Oswego County NY News

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Oswego, NY - The Oswego County man shot to death at his residence Friday was a fixture in the Oswego community, where he worked as a police officer in the 1960s, ran a gun shop for many years and remained active in Republican politics. Ralph R. Malone, 74, was found dead about 5 p.m. inside his 128 Tug Hill Road... Full story »

Oswego, NY -- Preparation work began last week on the upcoming Utica Street bridge project in downtown Oswego. Signs are being put up and traffic signals on the East and West First intersections with Utica Street are being adjusted to allow for a smooth traffic flow, said Police Chief Michael J. Dehm, Jr. Work on the bridge is set to... Full story »

Hannibal, NY -- Teens throughout Hannibal couldn’t believe their ears. To help close a $1.6 million hole in the 2010-11 school budget, Superintendent Michael DiFabio proposed eliminating all sports, mock trial, school plays, proms, senior trip, student councils, yearbook, student advisers, Oswego County Academic Youth League, Arts in Education and Students Against Driving Drunk. “I can’t imagine having senior year... Full story »

Joyce Malone, 69, is charged with second-degree murder in the death of her 74-year-old husband, Ralph Malone. Full story »

Ever since Jeff Parrotte cleaned up during trivia night competitions back in the residence halls of LeMoyne College, he’s been trying to get on a television game show. Parrotte was 19 then, he’s 24 now and he’s climbed that mountain. Jeopardy spurned him twice, but he made it to “Who Wants to be a Millionaire”.; The show starring Parrotte... Full story »

Maple Weekend Saturday and Sunday is the first of two Maple Weekends across the state. Visit www.nysmaple.com to find a producer near you to visit and tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and also March 27 and 28. Central New York -- While people throughout Central New York are enjoying the sun and warm temperatures, maple... Full story »

Oswego County, NY -- The mock trial teams in Oswego County are down to four who are left in the competition. Fulton’s team from G. Ray Bodley High is the only undefeated team. Central Square, Sandy Creek and Phoenix each have one loss. A team is eliminated once it loses twice. On Monday, Central Square will take on Sandy Creek.... Full story »

Several states are closing or reducing hours at state-owned historic sites. Full story »

Oswego - A missing State University College at Oswego student has been found safe, SUNY Oswego police said today. SUNY Oswego police confirmed Thursday night that student Lei Deng, 26, was located safe in New York City, Assistant Chief John Rossi, of SUNY Oswego police, said today. Deng was last seen March 12 on the SUNY Oswego campus. Police don't... Full story »

Couple, their son raise money in name of Liverpool girl who died four years ago. Full story »

Pulaski, NY -- The Pulaski Central School District is proposing the elimination of eight positions and cuts to its athletic program to help close a $1.4 million budget gap, Superintendent Marshall Marshall said. But the district’s approximately $21 million preliminary 2010-11 budget would not raise taxes, the superintendent said. Pulaski schools expect to lose $700,000 in state aid, which represents... Full story »

Hannibal, NY -- Hannibal’s school board has asked for a two-year pay freeze from its six employee unions to help close a $1.6 million budget gap. But so far, the teachers union is balking. The teachers union was the only one of six to not attend a recent meeting with a school board subcommittee. The teachers cited prior commitments,... Full story »

Fulton, NY -- A standoff that began with an investigation into domestic abuse ended peacefully this morning in Fulton. Here's what police said happened. Police were called to an apartment on South Fifth Street at 11:45 p.m. Wednesday to investigate a report of domestic abuse. The suspect, Jason T. Stevens, 28, had already fled the apartment when police arrived. Police... Full story »

'I don't think you will see any districts that won't be making some cuts' (video). Full story »

After 41 years at Syracuse radio station WRVO, station manager John Krauss is retiring. During his tenure, he has held eight different positions and has seen the digital transformation of radio. Before he goes, Krauss answered some questions about hisJohn Krauss Age: 61 Hometown: Brooklyn Home: Oswego Education: St. Lawrence University Favorite type of music: Oldies Hobbies: Model trains... Full story »