The 2013 edition of the Oswego County “Public Emergency Response Information” calendar has been mailed to residents in the 10-mile emergency planning zone near the nuclear power plants in Scriba, according to Terry Bennett, emergency services program coordinator of the Oswego County Emergency Management Office. The calendar is a joint effort of Constellation Energy Nuclear(…)
by Carol Thompson The Oswego County Legislature will hold its annual organizational meeting Jan. 3 at 2 p.m. At that time, the legislature will elect a chairman and vice chairman. The majority and minority leaders will be named as well. The legislature will also elect a legislature clerk and designate the officials banks and newspapers(…)
“The best way to find yourself, is to lose yourself in the service of others.” Those words, made famous by Mahatma Gandhi, characterize a recent community outreach project where students at Oswego County BOCES experienced the true spirit of generosity. The project was a cooperative effort between OCB School Counselor Jo Ann Smegelsky and students(…)
“Ghostly Refuge,” an episode of “Ghost Hunters” filmed at Fort Ontario last summer, will air tonight, Oct. 3 at 9 p.m. on the SyFy Channel. “Ghost Hunters” is a reality television series that investigates reports of paranormal activity across the U.S. Watch the clip from tonight’s episode: Paul Lear, historic site manager at Fort Ontario(…)
Brother Sun will perform at the Oswego Musical Hall Saturday, Oct. 6 at 8 p.m. Brother Sun is a nationally touring folk trio — with each member having solo careers from three major points on the map — Boston, New York & Seattle. They are Greg Greenway, Pat Wictor and Joe Jencks. The new trio(…)
The second annual Oswego Zombie Crawl will feature a walk, ghostly storytelling, charitable collections Saturday, Sept. 29. The family-friendly walk will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Oswego’s East Park. Zombies will make their way across the bridge along Route 104, ending at Greene’s Ale House. There is no admission charge to participate, although zombies are(…)
Rita Hooper I should be writing about Labor Day this weekend, a day set aside to honor the American work force. In a way I will be, but first it’s time for Rita’s Rant! There has been much controversy over the 10 Commandments and particularly their use in public buildings. A little research will show(…)
by Rita Hooper Politics are sure getting interesting. I have put a self-imposed ban on this column not to discuss politics or religion, but after more than 30 years of writing, I’m beginning to feel I may just have to break that band. Suffice it to say, I hope sex education has gotten better in(…)
by Rita Hooper Hope you are all enjoying your summer and have managed to get a little time away for some rest and refreshment. It’s not only good for the body but the soul as well. Before we know it, the children will be back in school and the fall colors will bring a refreshing(…)
