Financial scams are common problems. The Federal Trade Commission reported that in 2017, more than 100,000 New Yorkers lost approximately $40 million in financial scams. These numbers are probably much higher because people are reluctant to admit they have been scammed and, therefore, do not file a report. […]
Oswego Harbor Festivals, Inc., would like to thank all those who participated in our blood drive for the American Red Cross along with the donations for Human Concerns. We considered it a success, so look for us again next year. We also want to thank LaParrilla’s Grill & Wine Bar for its gift certificate donation. […]
There is nothing like seeing the joy in a child’s eyes when he or she opens up gifts on Christmas morning. However, as a parent it is just as important to know that the gifts your children get for Christmas are as safe as they are fun. […]
Earlier this year, the State Health Department announced some good news: the statewide adult smoking rate has fallen to 14.2%. This is the lowest level since 1985 when New York began using its current system to track smoking rates and it is below the national average of 15.5%. […]
The Christmas spirit is alive and well once again in the village of Waddington this year as one of its most historic buildings is serving as the centerpiece for its third annual “Christmas in Waddington” event. […]
In 2017, the President set a goal to double the number of apprenticeships in the U.S. because there is a great need for skilled laborers due to retiring baby boomers. AARP estimates that 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 each day, a trend that will continue into the 2030s. Businesses are in need of reliable, skilled employees who can fill the gaps left by retirees. […]
Political payoffs take on different faces. This one is the face that promises future benefits during a hiring process by some elected officials. During the hiring of the Director of the Oswego County Land Bank (A private non-profit formed in 2015) the promise of a state retirement package was promised to the candidate if they accepted the position. […]
It is that time of year again. Snow has already arrived in most of Central and Northern New York and for many of us, the snow will be begin to be counted in feet. Now is the time to prepare your home, and your vehicle, for what the Old Farmer’s Almanac is predicting will be a cold and snowy winter. […]
When serving in the National Guard, guard soldiers and airmen never know when they will be called to serve the state or country. On the morning of 9-11, two pilots were on alert duty at the Otis Air National Guard Base in Cape Cod, Massachusetts when a call came through of a suspected hijacking. […]
Thank you to those that have stopped by Save-a-Lot and donated to the food drive taking place. This food will be divided to go towards two programs. The first is Catholic Charities in order to have enough food on hand to get them through some of the rough points this winter. The second organization that will get items is the Meals on Wheels program. […]
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