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Schumer, Gillibrand Re-Up Senate Plan To Set Federal Limousine Safety Regulations, Close Safety Loopholes To Get Dangerous Limos Off The Road

May 6, 2021 Contributor

U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand will re-introduce three pieces of legislation to increase the safety of stretch limousines for all of the Americans and New Yorkers who ride in them: the Safety, Accountability, and Federal Enforcement of Limos Act (SAFE Limos Act), the Take Unsafe Limos Off the Road Act, and the End the Limo Loophole Act. […]

Final Fulton Youth Basketball Registration Thursday

October 17, 2018 Mikayla Kemp

There is one more opportunity to register for the Fulton Youth Basketball 2018-2019 season. The final sign up is scheduled for Thursday, October 18 from 6-9 p.m. at the Fulton War Memorial located at 605 West Broadway. […]

Fulton Youth Basketball Sign Ups

September 21, 2018 Mikayla Kemp

It’s that time of the year. The ever-growing Fulton Youth Basketball league is holding sign ups for the 2018-2019 season. Registration is open to all youth in any school district in grades pre-kindergarten through sixth. […]

State, Local Unofficial Primary Election Results

September 13, 2018 Mikayla Kemp

State and local primary elections were held across New York State today (Sept 13.) The unofficial results for Oswego County voters are as follows: […]

Annual Hunter Arms Homecoming Weekend Slated for August 24 and 25

August 11, 2018 Contributor

Gun collectors and history gurus will gather from all over the country in Fulton for the eighth Annual Hunter Arms Homecoming. The event is hosted by the Friends of History in Fulton, N.Y., Inc. The shoot event will take place Saturday, August 25 at Pathfinder Fish & Game Club on Route 57 in Phoenix, N.Y. Concurrently, there also will be an exhibit both days (Friday and Saturday) at the John Wells Pratt House Museum located on 177 South First St, Fulton, NY, showcasing L.C. Smith Guns and Hunter Arms memorabilia. […]

Fourth Annual ‘Play for Bray’ Tournament: August 4 and 5

August 2, 2018 Mikayla Kemp

Brayden Munger of Minetto, a seven-year-old cancer patient, is nearing the end of his treatment. However, his generosity is infinite as he plans on using an annual fundraiser to purchase items for Golisano Children’s hospital and Upstate Children’s Cancer Center’s wish lists. “Brayden’s end to treatments are right around the corner, but his desire to help other children and families in his position is so very strong,” his aunt, Crystal Bracy said. The fourth annual “Play for Bray Volleyball Tournament” located at Cheap Seats Sports Bar and Grille, 6 Hillside Ave. in Oswego, will use 100 percent of all proceeds to purchase wish list items for children and families undering hospital stays for cancer treatment. […]

Fulton Block Builders Issues First Check of 2018

June 28, 2018 Contributor

The first Fulton Block Builder check is presented to the Stoutenger’s. Angela and Keith Stoutenger are the first of 220 homeowners in the city of Fulton to receive their Fulton Block Builder (FBB) check in 2018. The couple has completed over $10,000.00 worth of exterior enhancements to their property, and Angela has taken on the responsibilities of the Block Leader. […]

Free Family Fun: FoFP Presents A Day in Foster Park

June 6, 2018 Site Administrator

Foster Park will be filled with entertainment, treats, food and fun on Saturday June 9 from noon to 4 p.m. A Day in Foster Park is a free event presented to the public through Friends of Fulton Parks and sponsored by Oswego County Federal Credit Union. The event will feature horse rides, an inflatable obstacle course, kickball, games, sno-cones, and much more!

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Fulton PD Bike Rodeo Gives Away Free Helmets, Bikes

June 5, 2018 Mikayla Kemp

The Fulton Police Department held its annual Bike Rodeo to give away free helmets and promote bike safety. Each year, roughly 100 or more children participate in the free event, said Lieutenant Ralph McCann. The event allowed children to complete a bicycle safety obstacle course alongside a Fulton PD Bike Patrol Officer to learn the rules of the road and safe practices while bicycling.

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ARISE Ride for Ramps Celebrates 10th Year of Fundraising

June 5, 2018 Mikayla Kemp

The sound of dozens of motorcycles echoed through Fulton as the ARISE Ride for Ramps fundraiser celebrated its 10th year at Lakeview Lanes. A fundraiser for the Oswego County Ramp Program, Saturday’s (June 2) event began with a four-hour motorcycle ride and followed up with food, music, and fun. “This is a great event because it gives people access to their community. It gives people access to their independence. And we couldn’t do it without all of you,” Tania Anderson, CEO of ARISE told the bikers before the head out on their ride.

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