Disaster Looms: Impact of the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ on Rural Hospitals
By George Chapman Several national polls revealed 70% of Americans were opposed to the proposed $1 trillion in cuts to Medicaid and 77% of us have a positive attitude…
A statement from Iroquois Healthcare Association president and CEO Kevin M. Kerwin
The US Senate reconciliation bill will impact the healthcare landscape in Upstate and rural New York. So today, IHA releases the following statement, strongly urging New York representatives to carefully…
Oswego County Supports New Advanced Nuclear Plant at Nine Mile Point
Oswego County leaders today (June 23) praised Governor Kathy Hochul’s announcement that the state will pursue construction of a new advanced nuclear plant somewhere in Upstate New York and said…
Economic Development Organization Presents Annual Highlights, Achievement Awards
Operation Oswego County held its 73rd annual meeting on June 19 at the Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center in Oswego. SUNY Oswego President Dr. Peter O. Nwosu, the keynote…
Watertown International Airport Completes Runway 10-28 Rehabilitation Ahead of Schedule
Watertown International Airport (ART) announced the completion of the Runway 10-28 Rehabilitation Project. The full-length runway is now operational, ensuring safer and more efficient aviation operations for the North Country…
After decades of service OCO executive director Diane Cooper-Currier ready for the next phase
More than 40 years ago, Oswego County Opportunities welcomed an individual whose dedication to helping others succeed and OCO’s mission was evident from day one. When Diane Cooper-Currier moved to…
Medical and health concept. Phrase MEDICARE ADVANTAGE written on the business card in a composition with a stethoscope
Health Plans and New York Delegation Call on Congress to Protect Older Adults in Upstate New York
Several nonprofit health plans are calling on Congress to protect older adults in Upstate New York. Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, CDPHP and MVP Health Care have come together to urge elected…
Child Care Investment Fund launched at chamber’s annual meeting
The Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting Thursday at the Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center in Oswego. “Our community is emerging as a beacon of innovation…
Oswego County Credit Union Recognized as Outstanding Corporation
Oswego County Federal Credit Union (OCFCU) has been selected as the 2024 Outstanding Corporation by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Central NY Chapter (AFP-CNY). This prestigious award acknowledges OCFCU’s unwavering…
Compass to Award $14K in Scholarships; Applications Due by April 11
Compass Federal Credit Union is again sponsoring its scholarship program, which will award $14,000 to help support members’ higher education. A total of seven graduating seniors in 2025 will be…