In this legislative column, Assemblyman Will Barclay discusses tax relief for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers and calls for stronger support for first responders.

Senator Christopher J. Ryan and Assemblymember John T. McDonald III highlighted Nima’s Law, proposed nitrous oxide sales restrictions they plan to advance in 2027.

Fulton’s Common Council will meet November 5 at 7 p.m., with public hearings on city fees, stop intersections and the proposed 2027 General Fund Budget.

Potential foster and adoptive parents can register by Nov. 5 for an Oswego County information session Nov. 7 from 10 to 11 a.m.

The sixth annual Trunk or Treat runs noon to 3 p.m. Oct. 24 at Oswego Speedway, with public entry through City Line Road.

Oswego County veterans can register for free CPR, AED and first-aid training Nov. 7 and a beginner guitar lesson Nov. 10.

The Oswego County Office for the Aging is accepting meal kits for seniors facing food insecurity through Nov. 13.

New parenting and early childhood development books and free developmental screening information are available at Oswego County’s 11 public libraries.

Six schools participated in National Walk to School Day on Oct. 7, with volunteers helping students practice safe pedestrian habits.

OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Office for the Aging (OFA) visited city of Oswego resident and OFA client Frances Enwright to help her celebrate her 100th birthday in June.

Community members and students are invited to plant fruit-bearing and medicinal trees and shrubs at SUNY Oswego on Oct. 31.

Forest Rangers Petit and Vaile joined First Responders Day at the Ringgold Fire Department on October 9, where children tested firefighting gear and hand tools.