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Oswego, New York is a small city located on the southeastern shore of Lake Ontario. It has a population of approximately 17,000 people and is known for its historic downtown area, outdoor recreational activities, and proximity to several colleges and universities.
Summarizing the user reviews on BestPlaces.net, it seems that overall, residents of Oswego have mixed opinions about living in this particular place. Some appreciate the small town feel and scenic location, while others express frustration with the harsh winters and lack of job opportunities. Many reviewers mention the friendly community and strong sense of community pride, but some also note issues with crime and poverty. From the reviews, it is clear that living in Oswego has its pros and cons, and individual experiences may vary.
Excerpt 1: "I have lived in Oswego my whole life and it really is a great town. The people are friendly and there is always something to do, especially in the summertime with all the festivals and events." - Sarah G.
Excerpt 2: "Oswego is a beautiful place, with the lake and river right in our backyard. However, the winters can be brutal and the job market is pretty limited. I have struggled to find steady employment in my field here." - Mike D.
Excerpt 3: "I moved to Oswego for college and ended up staying after graduation. It's a charming town with a strong sense of community. The cost of living is relatively low and I've always felt safe here." - Emily K.
Excerpt 4: "While Oswego has its perks, it's important to note that there is a significant poverty and crime rate here. The city has its rough areas, and it's something to consider before moving here." - John S.
based on 7 ReviewsGet to know Oswego with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Oswego
LOL - 6/25/2006
Oswego is such a college town!!! Its kind of boring unless you like to drink alot. However, the sunsets on Lake Ontario are amazing, and they never get
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Historical sites - 6/25/2006
In Oswego,NY, The historical sites are very interesting. Fort Ontario was built in 1700's before the revolution war. French, British and United States colonists were used that fort over 200 years...Today,the fort ontario opens to the publics. The other historical sites are in the City of Oswego. In 1800's, The industrials expanded in the city of Oswego by the canals and the Kingston cornstarch factory were running for at least 100 years then the factory shutdown sometime in 1900's and abandoned for years. In the early 1970's, the kingston factory was engulfed and destroyed by the arson. The investgations never found whoever did burn the kingston factory. They saved the kingston bell and settled at the park, in the west
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Small town life, small town politics - 5/1/2006
A good place to raise a family. Much of the jobs in the area are from the power plants (they're safe!) and the aluminum facility. There is also a state college and the school district itself is really quite good for a town of its size. There is usually some debate over the teacher salaries being too high, but the students' test scores are above average, and as someone who's come out of the Oswego schools, I would say it is worth
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nice place, is resources were better used - 4/26/2006
I agree with the other posters about the job market and some businesses move out. But for the most part, the economy isn't all that bad. The taxes and other fees the city puts on businesses is the main reason most don't stay here. If this community would wake up and just look north.. at that vast lake we have right on our shore... Some kind of tourist attraction or hotels, something. Maybe we'd have a better economy and lower taxes. There are several factory and energy plants in the immediate area that help thru them paying taxes, but we need more to attract potential business and tourism. I've always thought a water park/ amusement industry could really benefit from this area. Or even tours of the historic sites around the county and city. Something has to be done, because this area is rich in untapped resources...
Rob
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nice place... if resources were better used - 4/26/2006
I agree with the other posters about the job market and some businesses move out. But for the most part, the economy isn't all that bad. The taxes and other fees the city puts on businesses is the main reason most don't stay here. If this community would wake up and just look north.. at that vast lake we have right on our shore... Some kind of tourist attraction or hotels, something. Maybe we'd have a better economy and lower taxes. There are several factory and energy plants in the immediate area that help thru them paying taxes, but we need more to attract potential business and tourism. I've always thought a water park/ amusement industry could really benefit from this area. Or even tours of the historic sites around the county and city. Something has to be done, because this area is rich in untapped resources. Just think of the
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Oswego City, New York - 1/3/2006
Oswego, NY is a nice community with a beautiful view of Lake Ontario. Small town feel where you don't have to be afraid of walking down the street at any time of night or day. The drawback is lack of quality jobs in the entire county. Many communte to Syracuse for employment which is just over 30 miles away. It is a nice place to live, bad place to find a
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A kind of sad place - 12/4/2005
Businesses often start up and shut down. Every business looks like it's struggling except Lowe's and maybe Wal-Mart and New York Pizzeria. The schools are poorly run and look like jails. People do not generally look healthy, there more obese people than anywhere I've ever
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