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Chris Kyle captivates nation with story

As his killer goes on trial, Chris Kyle’s story has captivated and polarized Americans on the Iraq War, the heroism of soldiers and the intentions of the film “American Sniper.” I did not think “American Sniper” was a good movie….

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Oswego boy inspires city

Julian Ross, a 9-year-old Oswego boy who has been battling stage IV Neuroblastoma for more than three years, has been receiving support both locally and nationwide during his struggle. Ross, who returned home at the beginning of February, has generated…

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Facebook to add new feature

Facebook is a lifeline for most of us who are even the slightest bit in tune with social media. Keeping up with what our friends and family are doing takes up a large portion of our time and we wouldn’t…

In the Office Opinion

Little Leaguers wrongfully condemned

When I was a kid, I grew up spending my summers playing Little League. I was on All-Stars every summer dreaming of one thing; I wanted to make the 11-12-year-old All-Stars and go to Williamsport. Carman Little League in Rotterdam,…

Opinion Staff Editorial

Campus not notified of rape

On Friday, Feb. 13 The Oswegonian was notified through a release from Public Affairs that an arrest had been made in regards to a rape case in Hart Hall. No email was ever sent to the student body to notify…

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‘Cuse imposes self-ban on postseason

Syracuse University has self-imposed a ban on postseason play for the 2015 men’s basketball team. The ban comes as a result of player violations not being appropriately handled from the years 2007 to 2012, according to ESPN. Players had been…

Opinion

Brian Williams’ lie revealed

NBC Nightly News anchor Brian Williams has been caught in a lie. Williams’ defense is that he misremembered what happened, but don’t buy into that. Williams is just lying about lying. Since March 2003, Williams has told several different stories…

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Vaccines play crucial role in medicine

There have been a slew of opinions on getting vaccinated.  These debates have been based upon the argument over whether vaccines help or harm your body. With the outbreak of measles in California, people are overreacting and overthinking the purpose…

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ISIS claims U.S. hostage dead as result of Jordanian airstrike

The Islamic State, more commonly known as ISIS or ISIL, claims that U.S. hostage Kayla Mueller was killed by a Jordanian airstrike in Syria on Feb. 6. The airstrike from Jordan was a result of ISIS releasing footage of the…

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Skipping classes can turn into failing out of college

The early mornings and late nights are a constant struggle among college students. It can be tiresome and painfully draining to get through the week. However, it doesn’t necessarily mean that skipping class is the way to go about catching…