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Oswego County Offers Tips and Resources for ‘Bird Flu’

February 8, 2025 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – Avian (H5N1) influenza, more commonly known as “bird flu,” has been widespread across New York State since 2022. While the risk to public health is low, the Oswego County Health Department reminds […]

IOOB Chapter #1647 Aids OCO Cancer Services Program

February 6, 2025 Contributor

OSWEGO, NY — IOOB Chapter #1647 recently held an internal fundraiser to raise awareness of breast cancer and to support Oswego County Opportunities (OCO) Cancer Services Program of the North Country. Coordinated by IOOB Chapter […]

De-Stress Your Life With ‘Powerful Tools for Caregivers’ Program

October 6, 2024 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Office for the Aging (OFA) offers the six-week program, “Powerful Tools for Caregivers,” again this fall. The virtual sessions are held on Zoom from 5 to 6:30 p.m. every […]

Stone Creek Golf Club Women’s League Supports OCO Cancer Services Program

September 26, 2024 Contributor

OSWEGO, NY — Members of the Stone Creek Golf Club Tuesday Night Women’s League recently held a tournament to benefit Oswego County Opportunities’ (OCO) Cancer Services Program of the North Country. Coordinated by Tina Bourgeois, […]

People Urged to Stay Vigilant Against Mosquito Bites

August 21, 2024 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Health Department announced today that Eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEEV) was found in three mosquito samples. Two samples were collected from the town of West Monroe, and one sample […]

Health Officials Warn of Dangers of Blue-Green Algae

August 9, 2024 Site Administrator

OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Health Department reminds people using area beaches, lakes and waterways to be on the lookout for harmful algal blooms (HABs), commonly referred to as blue-green algae, that can pose […]

Oswego County Health Department Offers Lactation Counseling

July 19, 2024 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – August is designated as National Breastfeeding Month to celebrate mothers and lactating parents. The occasion aims to encourage and support breastfeeding and human milk feeding. It’s also a good time to highlight […]

Practice Tick Bite Prevention Habits This Summer

June 15, 2024 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Health Department reminds residents of the importance of tick bite prevention and offers tips to protect against tick-borne diseases this summer. “Ticks are active when temperatures are above 40 […]

Oswego Health Promotes Stephanie Benavidez to Radiology Manager

June 12, 2024 Contributor

OSWEGO – Oswego Health makes it a priority to recognize staff for their hard work and commitment to the organization and its patients. One key staff member who continues to shine is Stephanie Benavidez. Benavidez […]

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‘Fight the Bite’ This Summer with these Prevention Tips

June 8, 2024 Contributor

OSWEGO COUNTY – National Mosquito Control Awareness Week is June 16 through 22 and the Oswego County Health Department is taking the occasion to raise awareness about preventing mosquito-borne illnesses. “While summer is a great […]

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 [...]