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James Joseph Barbera

November 30, 2023 Contributor

OSWEGO – James Joseph Barbera, 84, of Oswego, passed away on November 24, 2023, with his lifelong partner Roberta by his side. They were married for 62 years and raised three children. Born to John […]

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John T. Sullivan Jr.

November 29, 2023 Contributor

OSWEGO – After a long and distinguished career in government, politics, law, education, and writing, John T. Sullivan Jr. passed away on November 27, 2023. He was born in Oswego, son of John T. and […]

Major Herbert “Herb” L. Smith Jr., Ret.

November 24, 2023 Contributor

Major Herbert “Herb” L. Smith Jr., Ret. 86, of Lake Placid, Florida passed away peacefully on November 21, 2023, his daughter by his side. Born on June 8, 1937, in Canonsburg, Pa. to the late […]

Eric Anthony Bresee

November 21, 2023 Contributor

OSWEGO – Eric Anthony Bresee, 44, of Scriba, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 18, 2023, in Oswego, NY. A funeral service to celebrate Eric’s life will be held at Nelson Funeral Home on […]

William David White

November 20, 2023 Contributor

OSWEGO – William David White, 84, of Oswego passed away from a recent illness at the Oswego Hospital on November 19, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born there on July 7, 1939, the […]

Victoria Beth Bartlett

November 16, 2023 Contributor

OSWEGO – Victoria Beth Bartlett, 60, of Oswego, passed surrounded by her loving family on November 15, 2023. Born and raised in Oswego, Victoria was the daughter of the late Sebastian and Mary (Clark) Stevens. […]

Thomas L. “Lou” Crisafulli

November 14, 2023 Contributor

Thomas L. “Lou” Crisafulli, 87, of Oswego, passed away on November 13, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Oswego, he was the son of the late John and Josephine (Muscalino) Crisafulli. […]

Matthew P. Torres

November 3, 2023 Contributor

OSWEGO – Matthew P. Torres, 34, of Oswego, passed on October 30, 2023. Born in Hesperia, California, he was the son of Hector and Patricia Torres. Matthew served in the United States Army from 2013-2019. […]

Irene L. Oleyourryk

November 1, 2023 Contributor

OSWEGO – Irene L. Oleyourryk, 80, of Oswego, passed away on October 31, 2023. Born in Temple Texas, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Marion (Pierce) Helmlinger. Irene married the love of […]

Edward James Woodward

November 1, 2023 Contributor

OSWEGO – Edward James Woodward, 82, of Oswego passed away on October 26, 2023, with his loving family by his side. Born in Oswego, he was the son of the late Leon E. and Ester […]

Fulton Man Arrested for Providing Alcohol and Nicotine Vapes to Minors

October 15, 2026

In July 2026, the Fulton Police Department received a report that an adult had purchased alcohol and provided it to a 13-year-old visiting the adult’s residence. An investigation was initiated into the incident. During the [...]
UPDATE: State Police investigate fatal motorcycle crash in Schroeppel

October 10, 2026

UPDATE: The motorcycle operator involved in the fatal accident has been identified as Hunter J. Hennessey, age 22, of Baldwinsville, NY. OSWEGO COUNTY – On October 9, 2026, at approximately 7:34 a.m., State Police responded [...]
Oswego Police Motor Vehicle Accident With A Pedestrian

October 10, 2026

On October 9, 2026, at approximately 3:05 PM, the Oswego Police Department responded to a reported motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian at the intersection of East Bridge Street and East First Street. Upon arrival, [...]

Small Fire Extinguished at Bristol Hill Landfill; Normal Operations Continue

October 16, 2026

A small fire at Bristol Hill Landfill was extinguished Oct. 16. Oswego County says the landfill and transfer station will continue normal operations while the cause is investigated. […] Share this: Email a link to [...]
USDA Announces $89 Million in Farm, Conservation Payments for New York

October 16, 2026

New York farmers, ranchers and landowners are receiving approximately $89 million in USDA safety net and conservation payments. Enrollment for 2026 ARC and PLC coverage continues through Dec. 11. […] Share this: Email a link [...]
Valiant Retire, Inc. supports OCO’s Giving Thanks 60 Years of Action Celebration

October 15, 2026

FULTON – Oswego County Opportunities (OCO) welcomes Valiant Retire, Inc. as a Gold Level Sponsor for the agency’s Giving Thanks Food and Beverage Pairing event. Presented by G&C Foods and Eagle Beverage, OCO’s Giving Thanks [...]