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August 15, 2026

Barclay: New Year, Old Problem – Inflation Is Still Rising

January 15, 2022 Contributor

This week, the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics released its most updated data regarding inflation and spending trends in the U.S. The numbers aren’t just bad, they’re historically bad.

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Barclay: Public Safety Must Be Priority In 2022 In Albany

January 7, 2022 Contributor

The start of 2022 offers us many opportunities to change the way we do things. In New York, there are a number of issues that need to be addressed as we begin the New Year, and at the top of that list are the dangerous criminal justice policies that continue to put the public and the law-enforcement community at risk.

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Barclay: Beginning A New Year

January 1, 2022 Contributor

Today, we begin a new year with a renewed sense of hope and optimism. I am confident that 2022 will be filled with opportunities for growth for our families, friends, neighbors and state. As we continue to manage the realities of COVID-19, it is important that we continue to work together to get things back to normal and safely restore our everyday routines.

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Barclay: With The Start Of A New Year, Looking Ahead With Optimism To 2022

December 31, 2021 Contributor

While we’re closing the final chapter on 2021, and my colleagues and I gear up for a new Legislative Session, I am optimistic for a brighter and better 2022.

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Barclay: Hospital Staffing Shortages Creating Critical Threat To Patients, Providers

December 10, 2021 Contributor

Medical facilities across New York are facing massive staffing shortages that have not only jeopardized the available bed space for patients in immediate need, but are now also impacting the number of services offered in hospitals.

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Barclay: New York Should Be Shedding Mandates

December 10, 2021 Contributor

We are at a point where New York state should be shedding mandates, past the need for more sweeping executive actions and moving forward. Unfortunately, today we took several steps backward.

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Barclay: NYC Vote To Grant Non-Citizens Voting Rights Undermines Elections, Diminishes Value Of American Citizenship

December 10, 2021 Contributor

[Yesterday]’s vote by the NYC Council undermines our elections and diminishes the value of American citizenship.

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‘Tithe My Shoes’ Collectors Meet To Deliver, Bless Shoes

December 9, 2021 Contributor

Local leaders and elected officials met recently at Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay’s district office to deliver shoes that were donated to former Central Square Mayor Millard “Mudd” Murphy.

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Barclay: Drug Injection Sites Are A Public Health Disaster Waiting To Happen

December 3, 2021 Contributor

New York state is at a public health and safety crossroads, and yet again current leadership has proven they are unable to discern the right direction.

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Barclay: Statement On Judiciary Committee Impeachment Report

November 22, 2021 Contributor

The Assembly Judiciary Committee’s report on its impeachment investigation confirms what I, and others, have said throughout 2021: Andrew Cuomo abused the power of his office and deserved to be impeached.

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Phoenix Man Arrested For Disseminating Indecent Material To A Minor

August 12, 2026

PHOENIX,NY – On August 11, 2026, the New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation at SP Fulton arrested Bryan M. Wood, 20, of Phoenix, NY, and charged him with Disseminating Indecent Material to a [...]
Mayor Corradino Presents City of Oswego Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget; Common Council Votes to Table Local Law on Property Tax Levy

August 12, 2026

OSWEGO – At last night’s Common Council Meeting, Mayor Robert A. Corradino presented the Mayor’s Proposed City of Oswego Operating Budget for 2027 to the members of the Common Council with a 2.97% tax levy [...]

Phoenix Man Arrested For Disseminating Indecent Material To A Minor

August 12, 2026

PHOENIX,NY – On August 11, 2026, the New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation at SP Fulton arrested Bryan M. Wood, 20, of Phoenix, NY, and charged him with Disseminating Indecent Material to a [...]
East Seneca Street Bridge Closure and Repairs

August 12, 2026

OSWEGO – Beginning today, Wednesday, August 12, 2026, the East Seneca Street Bridge in the City of Oswego will be closed to make roadway repairs. Residents should anticipate the bridge being closed for the remainder [...]
Oswego County Sheriff’s Respond To A Drowning In The Town Of Sandy Creek

August 10, 2026

OSWEGO COUNTY – Yesterday, August 9th, 2026, at around 4:15 PM, members of the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call for a water rescue at Sandy Island Beach State Park, located at 3387 County Route 15 in the Town [...]