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‘Gathering Around The Light’ – Sikhs Hold Community Prayer Vigil To Overcome Hatred, Stop Violence

November 29, 2017 Steve Yablonski

Several years ago, Ralph Singh, founding President of Gobind Sadan, USA, told Oswego County Today that “Darkness is merely a stage for the light to play on. As dark as it might seem; in fact the brighter the light becomes. And, a beacon of hope spreads further across the horizons for all men to see.” That was evident at the recent ‘Gathering Around The Light’ ceremony at the Sikhs’ temple on Graves Road in Palermo. In a world dominated by acts of hatred, some 50 people gathered to celebrate the power of forgiveness to overcome the flames hatred and remember the great miracle that rekindled the hope of the Central New York region.

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Cuomo Announces Nearly $2 Million To Expand After-School Programs In CNY

November 28, 2017 Contributor

Governor Andrew Cuomo today (Nov. 28) announced nearly $2 million in Empire State After-School Program funding has been awarded to two high-need school districts in Central New York. The Oswego City School District will receive $566,400.

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Fulton Man Charged With Sexual Abuse

November 28, 2017 Contributor

A Fulton man is facing sexual abuse and other charges, police reported today (Nov. 28). Anthony M. Gerard, 37, was arrested after an investigation by the City of Fulton Police Department and charged with the following crimes:
• First-degree sexual abuse (nine counts), Class D Felony
• Endangering the welfare of a child (three counts), Class A Misdemeanor
• Forcible Touching (nine counts), Class A Misdemeanor

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Oswego Resident Alleges Sexual Harassment Against Common Councilor, Editor

November 27, 2017 Steve Yablonski

Carol Thompson, a former local reporter, attempted to speak Monday night at the Common Council’s public session. She was shut down by the City Attorney Kevin Caraccioli; her comments, he ruled, violated the guidelines for speaking at the public session. It constituted a ‘personal attack,’ he said. The sexually explicit recording was sent to her via Facebook messenger, Thompson told the council as she began to play the one minute, five second recording into the record. She didn’t play the entire message.

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Fort Ontario To Host ‘Wreaths Across America Day’ Dec. 16

November 27, 2017 Contributor

Fort Ontario State Historic Site will host a “Wreaths Across America Day” program Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The public is invited to make wreaths with natural evergreens in the Enlisted Men’s Barracks and place them at the graves of the 77 officers, enlisted men, and their family members buried in the Post Cemetery.

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The Port City Welcomes ‘Elvis’ and Santa For The Holidays

November 26, 2017 Steve Yablonski

With temperatures in the upper 40s, visits from “Elvis” and Santa Claus himself made the Port City’s 2017 “An Oswego Christmas” holiday tree lighting a truly magical event. The chilly misty sporadic rain showers did little to dampen anyone’s spirits. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Oswego; except, of course, for the lack of snow, and no one is really complaining about that. The Port City officially lit up for the holidays on Saturday. Hundreds of people throughout the day enjoyed the community-wide, all-day event that welcomed the holiday season in Oswego at myriad locations.

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‘Elvis’ To Perform At Oswego Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

November 24, 2017 Submitted article

Movie actor, national recording artist and concert performer “Legend” Elvis (Michael Paul Callahan) will make an appearance at 5:10 .p.m for the Port City’s tree lighting ceremony. There will be a full day of activities including a visit from Santa, a children’s parade, multiple stage performances, food vendors, live reindeer, fireworks after the tree is lit and so much more.

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Oswego County Government Seeks Input on New Website

November 24, 2017 Contributor

Oswego County government officials are seeking input from the public on the design and features of a new government website. The county Department of Community Development, Tourism and Planning is coordinating the project.

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Governor Cuomo Launches New Fentanyl Public Awareness Campaign

November 23, 2017 Contributor

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced a new public awareness campaign on the fentanyl crisis impacting communities across New York State. The campaign consists of ads and information cards warning New Yorkers about the dangers of fentanyl, providing safety tips on prevention and offering guidance on how to safely respond to a fentanyl overdose.

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Friends of History Announces Annual Parade of Trees Kick Off

November 22, 2017 Contributor

The Friends of History In Fulton, Inc. is pleased to announce its annual Parade of Trees. Santa’s elves spent all day and night decorating the house inside and out. Now all we need is for you to come. We are located at 177 S.First St., in Fulton.

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