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Oswego County Man Arrested for Identity Theft Following Wayne County Probe. State police have arrested a 35-year-old Oswego County resident, Thomas R. Alnutt, after an investigation into identity theft that began in Red Creek, Wayne County. Authorities found that several credit accounts had been opened using a victim's personal information without their consent. Financial records confirmed the fraudulent activity, leading to a felony charge of second-degree identity theft. Alnutt was issued an appearance ticket and will appear in Wolcott Town Court on Thursday. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 17) Finger Lakes Oswego, NY Wolcott, NY

Senate Approves National Historical Park Status for Fort Ontario Shelter. The U.S. Senate has unanimously approved legislation to designate the Fort Ontario Holocaust Refugee Shelter in Oswego as a National Historical Park. This step, led by bipartisan efforts, aims to preserve the site’s legacy as a refuge during World War II. The designation is intended to enhance educational resources and historical recognition in the region. The bill now awaits consideration in the House of Representatives. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 17) Finger Lakes Oswego, NY

Oswego Resident Charged With Identity Theft in Wayne County Investigation. A man from Oswego was taken into custody by state police after an investigation into identity theft linked to Wayne County. Authorities began looking into the matter in November 2024 when a Red Creek resident reported unauthorized credit card accounts in their name. The ongoing inquiry led to the arrest of the suspect for fraudulent financial activity. Police continue to review the case to determine if additional charges are warranted. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 16) Finger Lakes Oswego, NY

Another Lake Effect Snow Event Expected in Finger Lakes Region This Weekend. The Finger Lakes and Central New York region will experience a brief pause in snowfall Friday morning after several days of persistent wintry weather. Forecasters are warning that lake effect snow is expected to resume late Friday night and continue through the weekend, particularly impacting areas east of Lake Ontario and parts of the western Southern Tier. Cold temperatures near 30 degrees and gusty west winds are also anticipated. A Lake Effect Snow Warning is in effect for Oswego County through Sunday afternoon. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 12) Finger Lakes Oswego, NY Ontario, NY

Clipper Brings Snow and Gusty Winds, Lake Effect Expected in Finger Lakes Region. A fast-moving clipper system is bringing snow and gusty winds to the Finger Lakes, Central and Western New York, and the Southern Tier. Precipitation is expected to start as snow, change to a wintry mix at lower elevations, and then shift back to snow as temperatures drop. Lake effect snow bands could continue into Thursday and Friday, following a significant temperature decrease and strengthening winds. Several counties are under ongoing winter storm alerts. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 10) Finger Lakes Oswego, NY Jefferson, NY

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