Jennifer Mays, an Oswego business owner, is running to represent the city’s Fourth Ward on the Common Council. Mays, the owner of outdoor recreation company Oswego Expeditions, is committed to promoting both physical and economic health for the Fourth Ward and the city as a whole.
The Oswego school board and audience members at Tuesday’s meeting were treated to a tour of the section of Leighton Elementary that will soon be home to the district offices. The northeast wing of the school is currently undergoing a renaissance from elementary classrooms to administrative offices and meeting space. “The main entrance will be on the north end of that wing,” Superintendent Dr. Dean Goewey said. “The main entrance faces Liberty Street.” The offices will be ready by the opening of the 2017-18 school year, he added optimistically.
The investigation has revealed, at approximately 12:45 p.m., a 2016 Chrysler Town & Country minivan, operated by Wendy L. Murray, 44, from Cicero, was traveling northbound on River Road in the town of Lysander when she approached a pedestrian walking on the east shoulder of River Road. The pedestrian ran directly into the path of the van, police said.
The Cayuga County District Attorney’s Office announced this afternoon (Aug. 1) that the NYS Parole Board has again denied parole for William LeVea, who killed Christopher Spack in a violent DWI crash after chasing and ramming Spack’s truck many times on the evening of November 20, 2009. The family of Chris Spack are relieved that the board once again denied parole to this violent killer, Assistant District Attorney Diane Adsit said.
Mayor Billy Barlow announced today (Aug. 1) upcoming improvements to the city of Oswego’s swimming pool. Planned improvements include the addition of a stand-up mushroom sprayer and sprinkler to accommodate smaller children and will be handicap accessible. The city will also add a large sand box. Additionally, the city plans to enhance the appearance inside the facility and will add more tables and chairs for parents and pool attendees.
The Oswego County Legislature continues moving forward with projects aimed at improving infrastructure and enhancing service to residents. The body voted to authorize applications for grant funding, and the intermunicipal agreements in support of them, to help with a project that will pave the way for the development of municipal sewer service between Volney and Fulton.
Staying true to the tradition of a family-oriented rural fair, the Agricultural Society of Oswego County, organizers of the 160th Oswego County Fair, have planned a full slate of activities from Aug. 9 through 13 at the Oswego County Fairgrounds, 291 Ellisburg St, Sandy Creek. Visitors can get the hang of driving a tractor on a virtual tractor ride, learn about antique farm equipment, hydroponics and enjoy a dairy treat in the agricultural building throughout the fair’s duration.
Harborfest 2017 had a great run this past weekend. “We had fantastic crowds. The entertainment was great and the weather was fantastic all weekend long,” Pete Myles, executive director, said. Plans are now getting started for Harborfest 2018. Here is a look back at just a few of the sights from Harborfest 2017.
Hundred of youngsters, their friends and families, marched from Breitbeck Park to the Novelis Family Park (West Park) on Friday in idyllic weather. The annual Children’s Parade is considered by many to be the official start of Harborfest. The parade drew an unofficial throng estimated at more than 1,000 participants, from infants to adults.
The 24-acre former Nestle site in Fulton will see continued demolition as city officials have unanimously approved a resolution to advertise for bids on the project. All sealed bids submitted to the city clerk/chamberlain on or before August 18 up to 2 p.m. will be a lump sum amount for the demolition of the remaining buildings on the site including buildings #2, #4A, #58, #60, #63, and #70 and will include evidence of the contractor’s qualifications to complete the work. Bid documents specify the successful bidder must be ready and able to begin work by August 31 with a 60 day completion timeline for demolition of buildings #2 and #4a that line State Route 481 and completed demolition of the remaining buildings by December 31.
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