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Fulton Class of 2018 Includes 93-Year-Old Veteran, Teen Undergoing Chemotherapy

June 24, 2018 Mikayla Kemp

Along with G. Ray Bodley High School seniors, a 93-year-old war veteran and a senior staying at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital while undergoing chemotherapy treatment are among Fulton’s class of 2018 graduates. Fulton City School District administration first presented World War II veteran Norman Smith with an honorary high school diploma at a ceremony at St. Luke’s Nursing Home. Administration then brought a surprise ceremony to Alicia Carroll, a G. Ray Bodley honor student graduating with a Regents Diploma with advanced designation who was unable to walk at graduation due to chemotherapy treatment at Golisano Children’s Hospital in Syracuse.

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The last day as a high schooler also served as the last day of chemotherapy treatment for Alicia Carroll, who received a special, bedside GRB graduation ceremony at Golisano Children’s Hospital in Syracuse.

Fulton Takes Graduation Ceremony To Golisano Children’s Hospital

June 24, 2018 Submitted article

“After high school, chemo was a piece of cake.” That message that was found atop of Alicia Carroll’s graduation cap also served as a reminder for her to never give up when things are tough. Her battle with Hodgkin’s lymphoma may have stopped her from walking across the stage this weekend with her fellow G. Ray Bodley High School Class of 2018 graduates, but it has never held her back in becoming successful.

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Oswego High School Class of 2018 Told: ‘Dream Small’

June 23, 2018 Steve Yablonski

“To dream small requires us to suppress the need to always look ahead. It feels very counterintuitive, especially at this stage in our lives. But, dreaming small is to consciously decide to value immediate moments as they occur, so you can glean the most from them,” explained salutatorian Danielle DelConte said. “However, allowing yourself to be consumed by the pursuit of a big dream often means missing out on life as it is meant to be experienced.”

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Oswego resident Norman Smith, a 93-year-old WWII veteran, beams with pride as he was presented an honorary high school diploma from Fulton City School District Superintendent Brian Pulvino, left, and G. Ray Bodley High School Principal Donna Parkhurst.

Fulton School District Provides Honorary Diploma to WWII Veteran

June 22, 2018 Submitted article

Former Fulton City School District student Norman Smith has waited his entire 93.5 years of life to fulfill a dream: graduating high school. FCSD Superintendent Brian Pulvino and G. Ray Bodley High School Principal Donna Parkhurst were proud to present Smith with an honorary diploma the day before GRB’s very own graduation.

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Mayor Barlow Announces $75,000 To Paint Oswego Lighthouse; Unveils Marker

June 21, 2018 Steve Yablonski

Standing on the south deck of the Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse, Mayor Billy Barlow announced today (June 21) $75,000 in funding from the city of Oswego’s New York State LWRP grant award in 2016 to fund an exterior paint job for the landmark in the Oswego Harbor. He also helped unveil an historic marker at the lighthouse

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Domestic Dispute Leads To Multiple Charges

June 21, 2018 Site Administrator

On 6/20/18 at 8:49 a.m., Anthony L. Feliciano, 23, of 38 Birch Lane, Bldg. 41C, Oswego, was arrested for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, 5th degree, a class A misdemeanor, following the investigation into a domestic dispute that occurred in the town of Scriba.

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Community Members Can Share Thoughts On Local Healthcare In Online Survey

June 21, 2018 Contributor

Oswego Health asks community members to take part in an online survey to better learn needs, behaviors and opportunities to enhance local healthcare services.

The brief online survey is part of a comprehensive community health assessment process undertaken by Oswego Health, which is committed to improving the health status of community residents.

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Successful Resolution to Man On Roof Incident

June 20, 2018 Steve Yablonski

On June 18, at approximately 3:44 p.m., the Oswego City Police Department and the Oswego Fire Department responded to 140 W. Seneca St. in regard to a man who was on the roof of the residence and threatening to jump off. At approximately 3:25 a.m. today (June 19), the man was successfully taken into custody by police.

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Additional $75,000 Earmarked For Oswego Lighthouse Restoration Project

June 20, 2018 Steve Yablonski

On Thursday, the H. Lee White Maritime Museum and Oswego Mayor Billy Barlow will host an historic plaque dedication ceremony at the Oswego Lighthouse to recognize the historic Oswego landmark. In addition, Mayor Barlow will officially announce $75,000 in funding from the city of Oswego to paint the exterior of the lighthouse.

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Mayor Barlow Announces $225,000 for Harbor Trail Improvement Project

June 20, 2018 Site Administrator

Mayor Billy Barlow announced a $225,000 project enhancing the Oswego Harbor Trail along Breitbeck Park and the Oswego lake front in the city of Oswego. The Oswego Harbor Trail project will transform the recreational trail, clearing brush, weeds and overgrown vegetation in an effort to beautify the area and increase usage along the trail and Breitbeck Park.

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