Sailing days in Oswego recalled in harbor memories
Maritime historian Richard Palmer highlights Oswego Lake Ontario history recalling 40 to 50 sailing ships on the lake awaiting tow into Oswego Harbor. Old sailors describe white sails, grand races to upper lakes, and crowded docks with grain elevators, lumber, rails, and salt.
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Jay Knox
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Charlie Farwell
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Ritchie Renamed Senate Agriculture Chair and Library Leader
State Senator Patty Ritchie of Heuvelton received new leadership roles as chair of the Senate Agriculture Committee and deputy majority leader for Senate and Assembly relations, plus chair of the Senate Select Committee on Libraries. She noted progress in funding and farm market expansion, and expressed excitement to lead farmers and strengthen local libraries. Ritchie has served on related committees since 2012 and sits on many others, with Oswego, Jefferson and St. Lawrence counties hosting over 50 public libraries.
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Hannibal debates extending commercial zoning on key routes
Hannibal Town Board held a second public hearing over expanding commercial zoning along state Route 104, Route 3, and Route 34 to attract business. Residents urged caution, noting residential protections, while supporters argued shovel ready sites could spur growth and prevent tax hikes if action delays continue.
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Combes
Planning Board
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Fulton
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