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“The Hibernians have stepped up to make the parade an exciting annual event and I appreciate their efforts. I’d like to wish everyone a happy St. Patrick’s Day and encourage folks to get outdoors, support the event and celebrate our heritage and culture,” Mayor Billy Barlow said. The Oswego Saint Patrick’s Parade will take place Saturday at 1 p.m.

The 13th annual St. Baldrick’s Day in Oswego is set for Sunday, March 31, at the Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center on East First Street from 1-4 p.m.

Today (March 6), State Police in Pulaski arrested Devon M. Buckner, 23, and Sarah A. Diamond, 28, from 27 Marsden Road in Mexico, for Assault 2nd degree, a class “D” felony and Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a class “A” misdemeanor.

At Monday night’s Planning and Development Committee, Mayor Billy Barlow requested approval of amendments to the City Plumbing Code regarding water meter bypasses and other amendments.

With Lake Ontario water levels already above average, U.S. Reps. John Katko (NY-24) and Anthony Brindisi (NY-22) today (March 5) sent a bipartisan letter to Lana Pollack, chair of the U.S. Section, International Joint Commission, requesting immediate action to mitigate flood risks for coastal communities.

Oswego is eligible to apply for up to $150,000. The funds would be used to continue the Port City’s crusade to clean up blighted and vacant properties.