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Fulton Sets the Standard: DPW Work Puts Bridge Repair Ahead of Curve

February 7, 2019 Mikayla Kemp

“Out of sight, out of mind.” That’s how Fulton Department of Public Works Commissioner Charles Smith III said most people think of the spectrum of work performed by DPW crews across the country. Though as residents of Fulton we use the bridges, sidewalks, roads, and streetlights every day, we often give little thought to the work and money necessary to maintain them.

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County Tourism Office Provides Free Publicity for Summer and Fall Events

February 7, 2019 Contributor

Events that take place between May 1 and Oct. 31 will be posted on the county tourism website and listed in the calendar brochure, which is widely distributed at travel and vacation shows, chambers of commerce, NYS Thruway information centers, businesses and other outlets.

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Requests For Public Hearings Headed To Council

February 6, 2019 Steve Yablonski

The Planning and Development Committee approved two requests by the mayor for public hearings. One deals with tax exemptions for senior citizens in the city. The other would benefit Gold Star Parents.

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New Members Inducted To National Honor Society

February 6, 2019 Contributor

The Raider – written by students in the GR Bodley Journalism Club and Journalism class.

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1902: When Fulton Came To Be

February 6, 2019 Mikayla Kemp

FULTON, NY – It was not until 1902 that the City of Fulton came to fruition. Prior to, what is now known as the City of Fulton, was separated into two villages: Oswego Falls on […]

DA Greg Oakes Announces Re-Election Bid

February 6, 2019 Contributor

Oakes said, “I have spent my career protecting the families of Oswego County. My job is to seek justice, advocate for victims and hold offenders accountable. I hope to continue this important work for our community.”

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Fulton Block Builder Program Partners with CenterState CEO

February 5, 2019 Contributor

Fulton Block Builder (FBB) program announced it has partnered with CenterState CEO. The highly successful business leadership and chamber of commerce organization, CenterState CEO, will serve as the fiscal agent for FBB moving forward.

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Ethan Parkhurst Intends to Run For Fulton Mayor

February 5, 2019 Contributor

FULTON, NY – My name is Ethan Parkhurst, and I am currently seeking the Republican nomination for mayor of Fulton. Although the current chairman of the committee has been brought to my attention that they […]

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Mayor Barlow Announces $15,000 For Richardson-Bates House Museum

February 5, 2019 Steve Yablonski

At Monday night’s Administrative Services Committee,
Mayor Billy Barlow announced a proposed $15,000 grant for the Richardson-Bates House Museum to be put towards repairs to the roof of the museum. The repair is desperately needed to prevent future damage to the museum. The mayor asked the committee to send the request to the full council for approval.

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Pair Arrested Following ‘Check The Welfare Of’ Complaint

February 4, 2019 Site Administrator

A Hannibal man was found to be wanted on warrants and was also charged today with endangering the welfare of a child. A woman at the residence was also charged with endangering the welfare of a child.

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