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April 9, 2026

The U.S.-Israeli Invasion of Lebanon

April 6, 2026 Contributor

The Israeli reporter Amos Harel wrote, “the massive airlift of cargo planes from the United States continues, mainly bringing U.S.-made munitions. Between the start of the war and the end of last week, more than […]

Are we our brother’s keepers?

April 6, 2026 Contributor

The definition of empathy is “The ability to understand and share the feelings of another”. Related words are compassion, understanding, mercy, goodwill, charity and grace. It appears in the modern world of Facebook, Tik […]

The US Empire in Argentina

March 30, 2026 Contributor

In the declassified State Department document “Possible Coup in Argentina,” U.S. Ambassador Robert Hill admitted, “an Argentine military government would be almost certain to engage in human rights violations such as to engender international criticism.” […]

Town of Hannibal Uses State Troopers To Facilitate Private Seizure Of Property Despite $0 Balance

March 30, 2026 Contributor

On March 25, 2026, a disturbing event took place in the Town of Hannibal that should concern every property owner in Oswego County. The Town of Hannibal, acting through its code enforcement and the summoning […]

Canine’s across America

March 25, 2026 Contributor

Letter submission: America is Trump’s doghouse President Trump has trained his cabinet officials to be Pavlovian dogs. They salivate on command. Congressional MAGA followers are lap dogs, photo-happy corgi representatives of their royal master’s wishes […]

Peace Through War

March 24, 2026 Contributor

Arthur Herman wrote in the Wall Street Journal that, “President Trump has thrust the U.S. into… a time when a single great power dominates the globe and crafts a new world order.” The great power […]

“YOU GOT I.D.?!!!”

March 22, 2026 Contributor

You will not believe how many times I heard that exact phrase at liquor stores and any other places ‘that sold alcohol, especially bars in 1979. Myself and two of my best friends all turned […]

The Third Gulf War

March 17, 2026 Contributor

Before the illegal U.S. invasion of Iraq, David Armstrong wrote in Harper’s Magazine, “The Plan is for the United States to rule the world.” Armstrong referred to the Bush Administration’s 2002 National Security Strategy. It […]

Oswego County Deserves Balance, not a Shutout

March 15, 2026 Contributor

OP-ED: Oswego County Deserves Balance, not a Shutout The Palladium-Times headline read – “He wants to pitch a shutout”—it reported the Oswego County Republican chairman aims to win all 25 legislative seats in November. The […]

No shame in their game!

March 13, 2026 Contributor

Even after being asked and instructed by Rev. Jesse Jackson’s family not to interject any political statements in their eulogies, former democratic presidents Obama, Clinton, and Biden could not take it upon themselves to honor […]

Frustration Boils Over as Residents Press City Council on Budget Decisions

April 9, 2026

FULTON – Tensions flared during Tuesday night’s City Council meeting as residents once again voiced frustration over the council’s handling of the city budget. Concerns centered on ongoing contract negotiations with city employees, including the [...]
Scriba Man Arrested On Sex Offense Charges

April 8, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – On April 7, 2026, the New York State Police arrested Kevin C. Hoyt, age 55, of Scriba, for the following charges: • Use of a Child in a Sexual Performance (Class “C” [...]

Scriba Man Arrested On Sex Offense Charges

April 8, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – On April 7, 2026, the New York State Police arrested Kevin C. Hoyt, age 55, of Scriba, for the following charges: • Use of a Child in a Sexual Performance (Class “C” [...]
Hadessa Adsit Selected To Attend National 4-H Conference In Washington, DC

April 8, 2026

Hadessa Adsit of Mexico is representing New York State at the 2026 National 4-H Conference in Arlington, VA, April 10-15. “Hadessa is among the best and brightest of our 4-H family, and she has consistently [...]
State Police Seeking Owner Of Kayak

April 8, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – The New York State Police at SP Pulaski are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the owner of a recovered kayak. On April 5, 2026, a red kayak was located in the [...]