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May 5, 2026

Oswego Board Of Education Superintendent Provides Updates

May 7, 2020 Contributor

By: Shea O’Malley OSWEGO – The Oswego City School District Board of Education held its bi-weekly meeting on Tuesday evening, May 5, when it gave updates to how the district is responding to new state […]

COVID-19 Statistics Update, May 7, 2020

May 7, 2020 Kassadee Bradshaw

According to the Oswego County Health Department, as of 3 p.m. today, there has been one additional case of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) since yesterday. The cumulative reported number is 70 cases across the county and of those, 57 have recovered and three have died.

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Oswego Common Council Proposes Change To Electrical Standards In City Code

May 7, 2020 Contributor

The introduction of a proposed amendment to Chapter 108 of the Electrical Standards of the Code of the City of Oswego, was passed under Resolution – 114 at last week’s Common Council meeting, April 27.

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Katko: Teachers, Schools Need Increased Resources To Maintain Special Education Programs During COVID-19 Pandemic

May 7, 2020 Contributor

U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24) today led members of New York’s Congressional Delegation in requesting increased federal funding for special education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

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COVID-19 Statistics Update, May 6, 2020

May 6, 2020 Kassadee Bradshaw

OSWEGO COUNTY – According to the Oswego County Health Department, as of 3 p.m. today, there has been one additional case of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) since yesterday. The cumulative reported number is 69 cases across […]

Oswego County Health Department Reviews COVID-19 Testing Criteria

May 6, 2020 Contributor

Jiancheng Huang, Oswego County Public Health Director, and Dr. Christina Liepke, Medical Director of the Oswego County Health Department, today reviewed new guidelines regarding the New York State Health Department’s COVID-19 testing recommendations.

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Oswego YMCA To Host Free Milk Distribution

May 6, 2020 Contributor

The Oswego YMCA has been added to the sites for free milk distribution on Thursday, May 7. The distribution will take place from approximately 1 to 3 p.m. at the Oswego YMCA located at 265 West First Street in Oswego.

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Katko Calls For Funding To Ensure Frontline Providers Have Access To Mental Health Resources

May 6, 2020 Contributor

U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24) called on Congressional Leaders to advance legislation to ensure frontline healthcare providers have access to mental health resources, particularly as they cope with the traumatic impact of treating COVID-19 patients.

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Fulton Common Council Holds Quick Teleconference Meeting

May 5, 2020 Kassadee Bradshaw

The Fulton Common Council met briefly tonight, May 5, via teleconference call when councilors approved three resolutions.

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Katko Pushes Relief For CNY Rural Communities

May 5, 2020 Contributor

U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24) is pushing for relief for rural communities in Central New York amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Oswego County Resident Sentenced for Insurance Fraud After Concealing Work While Collecting Workers’ Compensation Benefits

April 30, 2026

NEW YORK – New York State Workers’ Compensation Fraud Inspector General Lucy Lang today announced the sentencing of an Oswego County man for fraudulently obtaining workers’ compensation benefits while concealing his return to work. Christopher [...]
Oswego Police Department Respond To Altercation On Governor Street

April 30, 2026

OSWEGO – On April 29, 2026, at approximately 2:48 PM, members of the Oswego Police Department were dispatched to 12 Governor Street to assist emergency medical services, who were treating a patient for injuries sustained [...]
Oswego Police Department Responds Oswego High School For A Report Of An Intoxicated Individual

April 29, 2026

On April 28, 2026, at approximately 3:14 PM, members of the Oswego Police Department Patrol Division responded to 2 Buccaneer Boulevard, Oswego High School, for a report of an intoxicated individual operating a school bus. [...]