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Two Horses Tested Positive for EEE Virus, Euthanized

September 3, 2019 Contributor

The Oswego County Health Department reported today September 3, that two more horses, located in the towns of Albion and Amboy, tested positive for the Eastern equine encephalitis virus. Both horses were euthanized last week.

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Having a Plan Helps Save Lives During Emergencies and Disasters

September 3, 2019 Contributor

“Prepared Not Scared” is an appropriate theme for National Preparedness Month, Dale A. Currier, director of the Oswego County Emergency Management Office, said. “Having a plan to respond to any emergency or disaster gives people something to focus on,” he said. “Following the plan may save your life or someone else’s.”

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Pulaski Man Dies After Roll-Over Crash

September 2, 2019 Steve Yablonski

On September 2, at 3:57 p.m., Brian E. Parker, 63, from Pulaski, succumbed to his injuries at Upstate University Hospital. The investigation is continuing.

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Hannibal Woman Charged With Nine Counts of Animal Abuse

September 2, 2019 Steve Yablonski

On August 31, Lynn M. Hemingway (DOB 10/16/1958) was arrested by the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office following an animal abuse investigation that began on July 6. Hemingway has been charged with nine counts of overdriving, torturing and injuring animals; failure to provide proper sustenance

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DRI Gives Potential To Fulton Businesses

September 2, 2019 Kassadee Bradshaw

Local businesses hope to be included in recent $10 million grant.

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Refugees gather at the fence of the Fort Ontario Emergency Refugee Shelter, 1944-1946. Photograph by Leni Sonnenfeld from the collection of the Beit Hatfutsot Museum.

Cayuga Launching Hometown History Series at Fulton Campus

September 2, 2019 Contributor

Cayuga’s new Hometown History Series will feature presentations spotlighting significant events and characters from Oswego County, and the roles they played in shaping history. The presentations are free and open to the public, and will be held on Cayuga’s Fulton Campus.

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Legislator Farfaglia Meets with Comptroller DiNapoli

September 1, 2019 Contributor

County Legislator and candidate for Mayor of Fulton Dan Farfaglia met with New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli recently during the Comptroller’s annual State Fair Breakfast Reception.

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Fulton Fire Department Responds to 102 W. Second St. Fire

August 31, 2019 Kassadee Bradshaw

Breaking news – Fulton units respond to fire on West Second Street.

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Avery Kicks off Campaign For Fulton Council Seat

August 31, 2019 Contributor

Audrey Avery kicked off her campaign for Fulton’s Fifth Ward council seat with a meet and greet for ward families. She raised funds and organized the event.

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Redfield Crash Victim Identified

August 31, 2019 Steve Yablonski

On Friday, August 30, at 1:01 p.m., members of the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to County Route 17 in Redfield for a two-car motor vehicle accident. Lawrence Herse, 32, of Redfield, was pronounced dead at the scen

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