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Oswego Is Ready to Lead New York’s Next Clean Energy Era

December 4, 2025 Contributor

With a trusted operator, a skilled union workforce, and decades of experience, our community is built for advanced nuclear. Senator Christopher J. Ryan represents the 50th Senate District, which includes parts of Onondaga and Oswego […]

What the World Needs Now

December 4, 2025 Contributor

The other day, running errands, I did something I rarely do anymore—I turned the car radio to the oldies channel. A familiar melody poured through the speakers, and before I knew it, I was singing […]

Integrity Over Self-Interest: A Call to Our County Legislators

December 1, 2025 Contributor

On December 11th when the Oswego County Legislature meets at 2 pm and again at 7 pm, each legislator will face a profound truth—one that is both simple and personal. And that is: “We are […]

Letter to the editor 11-25-25

November 26, 2025 Contributor

As a person who spent 12 years in the Army as a Private, a Non Commissioned Officer (Sergeant) or Commissioned Officer (Captain at time of my medical discharge) I want people to understand how ridiculous […]

Letter to the Editor 11-19-25

November 20, 2025 Contributor

I was able to review a copy of the summary of a New York State Commission of Correction meeting earlier today November 19, 2025. In it I found that some issues at the Oswego County […]

Being at the County Legislature Meeting Makes a Difference

November 11, 2025 Contributor

Change is in the air! And being part of a positive change in government never felt better than this election cycle. Increasing numbers of folks like yourselves have been attending the Legislature meetings all this […]

Veterans School Tax Exemption

November 9, 2025 Contributor

Letter to the Editor In the November 1st edition of the Oswego County News, Kevin Hill outlined his views on providing school tax exemptions for veterans. His impassioned plea was requesting the Oswego City School […]

Empathy Near Death

November 9, 2025 Contributor

Empathy has been under attack for years by the MAGA virus spread by Donald Trump. This virus has been attacking Empathy repeatedly, and recent attacks have left Empathy reeling. These attacks include taking parents from […]

veteran tax exemption

November 4, 2025 Contributor

patrick o’neil at a recent board of education meeting (oct 21), city assessor kevin hill made a plea to members to formulate a resolution and implement a veteran’s tax exemption for city school taxes. mr […]

Open Letter to Claudia Tenney

November 4, 2025 Contributor

I write today because when I called your DC office two days ago I was met with rudeness, condescension and juvenile bullying by your aide. Therefore, I still have the question that I tried to […]

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 [...]