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Man pulled from Wednesday morning fire at 23 W. Main St.

Removing the excess

By Rich Place

Managing Editor

Press photo by Rich Place

Workers from the village’s Department of Public Works work at dawn Wednesday morning to remove snow from West Main Street in Gowanda.

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church to again host Christmas dinner

GOWANDA — While families are gathered cozily in their homes or on their way to a family dinner, a group of volunteers is spending part of its Christmas afternoon preparing a meal that gives back to the community. St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Gowanda will again this year serve its annual Christmas dinner for the community. The feast — which includes ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, Brussels sprouts, bread, drinks and cookies — will begin at noon and

GOWANDA — A 56-year-old man was transported to Erie County Medical Center’s burn unit early Wednesday morning after being pulled from a structure fire on West Main Street. Gowanda Police Department officer-in-charge Steve Raiport said early Wednesday afternoon the victim, whose name was not released, was on life support around noon. “We hope for the best,” he said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.” The village’s police and fire departments were dispatched to the blaze at 1:10 a.m. at 23 W. Main St. Some members of the fire department were already on their way to the fire hall because of a carbon monoxide alarm See Fire, Page 21 continue until 2 p.m. “We have had families come in for Christmas dinner, and that is so nice,” said Marolie Harvey, one of the volunteers for the dinner. “Maybe you are visiting your parents and they do not cook anymore — well come on down to St. Mary’s and take the dinners home with you.” The dinners have been a recent tradition for St. Mary’s, which Harvey described as a “small church See Dinner, Page 20

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Dec. 23-29, 2016

Catt. Co. Farm Bureau wins Silver Key Awards BATAVIA — The Cattaraugus County Farm Bureau was presented with nine Silver Key Awards at the New York Farm Bureau State Annual Meeting, held Dec. 6-7 in Albany. The Silver Key Awards are presented to county Farm Bureaus that have exhibited excellence in a variety of categories relating to effectiveness in policy implementation, promoting agriculture amongst the public and in classrooms, leadership development and membership building. The awards were presented for excellence in the following categories: n Membership n Agricultural Education & Promotion n County Financial Management n Information & Public Relations n Leadership Development n Policy Development & Implementation - Local n Policy Development & Implementation – State & National n Young Farmers & Ranchers n Distinguished President While at the state annual meeting, farmer members also took part in the grassroots process of laying the groundwork for the year ahead. More than 100 delegates from across New York proposed, discussed and voted on resolutions that set NYFB’s public policy agenda for 2017. They also elected a new president of the organization, DaSubmitted photo vid Fisher, a dairy farmer from St. Lawrence County. Phyllis Couture of West Valley Cattaraugus County Farm Bureau delegates at the annual state meeting included (from left) Charles was also re-elected as the promotion and education chairperson on the state board. Couture, Phyllis Couture, Kevin Herman, Katie Hill and Darin Hill.

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Santa Sheriff brings Christmas to disadvantaged the program in 2004 when they recognized the need. Since then, Easton said she and the committee have seen that need steadily increase. With Easton, Kim Harrison has helped run the program over for the past few years. She has helped review applications of families to receive gifts, sought out donations from local businesses, organized fundraisers, and also done her fair share of shopping and gift wrapping. Both Easton and Harrison expressed their gratitude for the people and organizations who have helped support Santa Sheriff. The Great Valley Fire Department, for example, has offered space and volunteers have helped to wrap the many presents to be delivered. Support for Santa Sheriff comes from the very top of the Sheriff’s Office as well, Harrison said. “(Sheriff Timothy Whitcomb) has been a champion of making sure that

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Melanie Easton and her partner, Kevin McMillen, purchase gifts for the Santa Sheriff program.

OLEAN — When Melanie Easton comes to pick up gift certificates from the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation office, she has been hard at work. Easton, a detective for the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office, has been on a raid all morning — of the toy aisle at Wal-Mart. “We make use of every dollar for these kids,” she said. She may have been tired from her morning of shopping but she could not quite hide her excitement, either. She added she had to return to pick up a Lego set for a 7-year-old who will be in

a full-body cast this Christmas. Since establishing the Santa Sheriff Fund at the foundation in 2012, the Santa Sheriff program has used Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce gift certificates to purchase almost $48,900 in gifts for disadvantaged families at Christmastime. Just this year, the program has purchased $13,500 worth of gifts to deliver to needy families. Later that day, Easton and her partner leave Wal-Mart with two more carts stuffed full of toys, snow gear, clothing — and, of course, a Lego set. Two county employees established

the families in the county are taken care of since the inception of the program,” she said. “The Santa Sheriff Fund fills a niché of need in our community, especially this time of year. It’s wonderful that the sheriff’s department has provided this program and is able to serve more families each year as the need has increased,” said foundation Executive Director Karen Niemic Buchheit. For Harrison, the joy the program creates for kids across the county warms her heart as well. “Being able to make sure that the families in the county have something on Christmas morning to open, and a dinner that day, brings the spirit of the season to my heart,” she said. Donations can be made to the Santa Sheriff Fund at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation, 301 N. Union St., Suite 203, Olean, NY 14760; or online at cattfoundtion.org.

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Catt. Co. Youth Court says goodbye to retiring coordinator By Rick Miller County Reporter

LITTLE VALLEY — Laurie Peterson has served as coordinator of Cattaraugus County Youth Court since 1997. In that time, more than 700 youths from ages 7 to 16 have appeared before a judge and jury of their peers — other kids. Hundreds more have served as judge, jurors and attorneys for the prosecution and defense. Peterson knows she will miss all those kids when she retires soon. “I never got tired of watching them work preparing the cases,” she said last week at her office in the basement of the Cattaraugus County Center. Peterson is spending her last weeks before she retires to train her successor, Allison Crosson, a former school resource officer in Salamanca and road patrol deputy. “One of my favorite parts of law enforcement was Youth Court,” Crosson said. She was a deputy for 6 ½ years. The federal government has encouraged the Youth Court concept because the Justice Department had found it to be very effective. Cattaraugus County and most other counties in New York state accepted block grants to get Youth Court programs started. “It diverts juveniles from the criminal justice system,” Peterson said. “They believed a peer court was a good way to go. Many youth will listen to others their own age when they won’t listen to an adult.” There are 80 such programs in New York and more than 1,000 across the nation, Peterson said.

Youth Court gives kids who make bad decisions and run afoul of school authorities or law enforcement an opportunity to avoid having a criminal record and learn something about themselves — if they successfully complete the program. “Youth Court is restorative, not punitive,” Peterson said. Peterson’s job included training members to staff the Youth Court hearings. “Some joined in seventh grade and stayed until they graduated from high school,” she said. In some cases, “respondents” who were referred to Youth Court and successfully completed the program came back to serve as jurors or other team members, Peterson said. It’s all volunteer-based. Hers is the only paid position in the program. “They do it because they are able to help others,” Peterson added. “I’ve seen it work. It gives them anothPress photo by Rick Miller er chance. Just being in that court of peers Laurie Peterson is retiring after serving as coordinator of Cattaraugus County Youth Court since is important. They become very honest in 1997. She is spending her last weeks before she retires training her successor, Allison Crosson, a there. Sometimes the parents hear for the former school resource officer in Salamanca and road patrol deputy. first time what they did.” When a proceeding starts, the bailiff comes into the courtroom and says, “All rise,” Peterson explained. “They have that deer-in-the-headlights look,” and it all sets in, she said. The proceeding is more of a sentencing hearing. There are opening comments, evidence and closing remarks by the attorneys. They have studied the case and prepared their remarks in advance. Respondents are also required to have a prepared statement that includes what See Peterson, Page 20

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Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus DEAR EDITOR: I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, ‘If you see it in THE SUN it’s so.’ Please tell me the truth; is there a Santa Claus? - Virginia O’Hanlon 115 West Ninety-Fifth Street VIRGINIA, your little friends are wrong. They have been affected by the skepticism of a skeptical age. They do not believe except [what] they see. They think that nothing can be which is not comprehensible by their little minds. All minds, Virginia, whether they be men’s or children’s, are little. In this great universe of ours man is a mere insect, an ant, in his intellect, as compared with the boundless world about him, as measured by the intelligence capable of grasping the whole of truth and knowledge. Yes, VIRGINIA, there is a Santa Claus. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give to your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! how dreary would be the world if there were no Santa Claus. It would be as dreary as if there were no VIRGINIAS. There would be no childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence. We should have no enjoyment, except in sense and sight. The eternal light with which childhood fills the world would be extinguished. Not believe in Santa Claus! You might

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as well not believe in fairies! You might get your papa to hire men to watch in all the chimneys on Christmas Eve to catch Santa Claus, but even if they did not see Santa Claus coming down, what would that prove? Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is no Santa Claus. The most real things in the world are those that neither children nor men can see. Did you ever see fairies dancing on the lawn? Of course not, but that’s no proof that they are not there. Nobody can conceive or imagine all the wonders there are unseen and unseeable in the world. You may tear apart the baby’s rattle and see what makes the noise inside, but there is a veil covering the unseen world which not the strongest man, nor even the united strength of all the strongest men that ever lived, could tear apart. Only faith, fancy, poetry, love, romance, can push aside that curtain and view and picture the supernal beauty and glory beyond. Is it all real? Ah, VIRGINIA, in all this world there is nothing else real and abiding. No Santa Claus! Thank God! he lives, and he lives forever. A thousand years from now, Virginia, nay, ten times ten thousand years from now, he will continue to make glad the heart of childhood. (This letter and subsequent response were published in the Sept. 21, 1897 edition of New York’s Sun. The letter was written by eight-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon, and the response was an unsigned editorial written by Francis Pharcellus Church, a veteran newspaperman.)

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‘Tis the season By Dr. Robert Heichberger Contributing Columnist

Ah yes, the joy of the Christmas season in rural and small town America — there is just nothing like it! In our rolling hills, productive farm lands and friendly villages of the counties of Chautauqua, Cattaraugus and southern Erie there is so much for which to be thankful. Most everyone knows their neighbors, and neighborly they are! There is a genuine concern for each other, and a joy in sharing — sharing whatever is needful, be it goods, services or greetings. Therein, in part, is the joy of this holiday season. ‘Tis the season! The brisk wintry season is here and the crisp temperatures are knocking at our doors. But the cold breezes on the outside is moderated by the warmth of the neighboring folks on the inside. This is a season to rejoice, to renew contacts with friends and to bring joy to those who are in need of friendship. To be sure, there is the normal hustle and bustle and last minute things to do. For children and for some adults, the waiting time seems to move so slowly, and for others, the time seems to move too quickly. But, on the face of it, most of us seem to enjoy the busy holiday spirit, just as it is. As with the lives of many of our friends and neighbors, young and old, there is the feeling of anticipation. And then, there are some in our midst who at this time of the year seem to feel the burden of loneliness. And yet, you know, one never needs to feel alone. There are many around you and near you who are waiting for that special greeting of warmth just for and from you. Most of us, if not all, have experienced the “joyous ups” and the “lonely downs.” We know the joy which comes from giving and we know, too, the need to receive the gift of a friendly greeting. We know the pleasure of helping to fulfill the cherished needs of others, as others have so kindly done for us. Will you join us in this holiday “gift wish” for others?

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Extra recreation day offered COLLINS — The Collins town recreation department welcomes all children between 5 and 18 years of age to attend upcoming activities. Those who do not live in the town can attend for $1 per session. Collins residents can register and attend every weekend until the end of March for a fee of: one child, $10; two children, $20; three children or family cap, $30. Since the beginning of December the children at the Collins recreation department, headed by director Samantha D’Amaro, have been making winter hats

for their second annual “Make a Hat, Give a Hat” donation. This year they will donate 22 hats the children made and 40 pairs of gloves families have given. The department will offer an extra day of recreation from 4 to 8 p.m. Dec. 27 for ages 5 to 13. In addition, holiday hours are: Dec. 23, 6 to 8:30 p.m.; Dec. 24, closed; Dec. 30, 6 to 8:30 p.m.; Dec. 31, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and closed for Big Kid hours. To stay up to date on activities and crafts, “like” the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/TownOfCollinsRecreation.

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Collins 50 Plus Seniors activities The following are scheduled activities a.m., Collins Library. n Senior Bowling — 1 p.m., K & L for the week of Dec. 25 to 31. Some senior Lanes in Gowanda. programs will be closed Christmas week. Tuesday n Active senior aerobics with Kim — 9 a.m., Painter Center gym. Wednesday Quilting with Florence — 10:30

Thursday Yoga — 9 a.m., Painter Center gym. n

All senior programs will start up again Jan. 2.

Collins Public Library events The Collins Public Library will be closed Dec. 24 for Christmas Eve and Dec. 26 in observation of Christmas Day. The library will be open Dec. 31 during its normal hours of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The library will be closed Jan. 2 in observation of New Year’s Day.

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OBITUARIES Dennis Young

OLEAN — Mr. Dennis Young, 69, of The Pines Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Olean, formerly of Hillview Manor, Salamanca, died Sunday (Dec. 18, 2016) at Olean General Hospital following a long illness. Born on Oct. 24, 1947, in Salamanca, he was a son of the late Gerald and Mary “Mayme” Beatty Young. He received his accounting degree from Jamestown Community College in 1967. Mr. Young had been employed with Bush Bros. in Little Valley and Jamestown for over 15 years as their inventory auditor. He had also later been employed as an accountant at the Seneca Nation of Indians. He was a member of Our Lady of Peace Parish, Holy Cross Athletic Club and American Legion Hughes-Skiba Post No. 535. He was avid sports fan and loved Notre Dame and the Buffalo Bills.

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Surviving are a son, Micah (Summer) Jones of Gowanda; two sisters, Diane (Daniel) Dolecki of Salamanca and Patricia Yehl of Salamanca; three brothers, Donald (Nin Abrams) Young of Salamanca, David (Flo) Young of Henderson, N.C., and Jerome (Kimberly) Young of Salamanca; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by four sisters, Juanita Smallman, JoAnn Haley, Barbara Gould and Judy Hunt. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 2, 2016, in Our Lady of Peace Parish. Burial will be in Wildwood Cemetery, Salamanca. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the O’Rourke & O’Rourke Inc. Funeral Home, 25 River St., Salamanca. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Our Lady of Peace Parish. E-condolences may be sent to john@ orourke-orourke.com or posted to facebook.com/ onofh.

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DAYTON — William N. Harris, 85, of Dayton, passed away Sunday (Dec. 18, 2016) at his home. He was born Jan. 2, 1931 in Gowanda, the song of the late George and Esther (Shed) Harris. Mr. Harris was an operating engineer with Local 17 of Buffalo, joining in 1952 and working there until his retirement. He also owned and operated Harris Quarter Horse Farm in Dayton and was a past member of the Dayton Volunteer Fire Department.

He is survived by his loving wife, Joyce (Colson) Harris; a son, Kyle (Donna) Harris of Lockport; a daughter, Kim (Randy) Dorman of Pembroke; and three grandchildren, Jon, Jen and Taylor. Friends called Wednesday (Dec. 21, 2016) at the Mentley Funeral Home Inc., 105 East Main St., Gowanda. A Mass of Christian Burial was said Wednesday (Dec. 21, 2016) from St. Joseph’s R.C. Church in Gowanda,. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Local churches announce Christmas Eve services The following churches responded to a request for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day worship. It is advised to check with church offices for details of Christmas Eve services and to inquire about changes in Christmas Day worship. Gowanda Free Methodist Church n Christmas Eve, 7 and 11 p.m. Gowanda United Methodist Church n Christmas Eve, 7 p.m. n No Sunday service

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New Hope Baptist Church in Collins n Dec. 25, 11 a.m., Christmas Day service St. Mary’s Church in Cattaraugus n Christmas Eve, 4 p.m., Christmas Family Mass St. Joseph’s Church in Gowanda Christmas Eve, 6 p.m. Christmas Family Mass n Christmas Eve, 10 p.m., Solemn Mass of Christmas n Christmas Day, 9:30 a.m., Solemn Mass of Christmas n

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Gowanda n Christmas Eve, 7 p.m., candlelight service n Christmas Day, 10 a.m. n Christmas Day dinner, noon to 2 p.m. Trinity United Church of Christ in Gowanda n Christmas Eve, 7 p.m., candlelight service n Christmas Day, 10:30 a.m. Immanuel Lutheran Church Christmas Eve, 5 p.m. candlelight communion service n Christmas Day, 8:45 a.m. communion worship service n

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POLICE REPORTS ERIE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE n IRVING — Deputies responded Dec. 15 to the report of a head-on crash on Southwestern Boulevard. EMS responded, and all occupants involved in the crash were checked and refused further medical treatment. No further information was provided. n IRVING — Sara Seeley, 27, of Gowanda, was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and a turning violation Dec. 17 on Seneca Road after a traffic stop. Seely is scheduled to appear in court at a later date. n COLLINS — Justin Donovan, 26, of Springville, was charged with driving while intoxicated, leaving the scene of a property damage accident, moving from a lane unsafely, speeding and no proof of insur-

ance after deputies responded to the report of a vehicle in a ditch on Main Street on Dec. 19. Donovan allegedly resisted arrest and had to be peppersprayed in order to be placed into custody. Donovan was taken to the North Collins substation prior to being transported to the Erie County Holding Center pending his arraignment in court. n IRVING — Darren Kuhl, 21, of Lackawanna, was charged with unlawful possession of marijuana and second-degree criminal contempt for being in violation of a court order after deputies investigated a suspicious vehicle in a parking lot on Southwestern Boulevard on Dec. 20. Kuhl was transported to the Erie County Holding Center pending his arraignment in court.

CATTARAUGUS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE n LITTLE VALLEY — Jay and an Amish buggy late Dec. 13. L. Kirell, 53, of Little Valley, The accident occurred around 5 was charged with driving p.m. near 10939 Chautauqua while intoxicated, driving Road. No more information with a blood alcohol content was available at press time. n LITTLE VALLEY — Ashof 0.08 percent or more, failley M. Waite, 28, of Little Valley, ure to keep right, failure to dim was charged at 1 p.m. Dec. 14 high beams and having a broken with two counts of second-degree windshield at 2:27 a.m. Dec. 11. criminal impersonation; three counts Kirell was stopped on Route 242, of third-degree forgery; and two police said. He is due back in Little counts of petit larceny for two separate Valley Town Court. n NAPOLI — One person was transport- incidents in Randolph. She was issued ed to WCA Hospital in Jamestown as the re- an appearance ticket and is scheduled to sult of an accident involving an automobile appear in court Jan. 5.

No injuries in Yorkshire school bus accident

YORKSHIRE — No injuries were reported Dec. 15 when a Pioneer Central School District bus struck a Jeep at about 4 p.m. at the intersection of California Hill and Weaver roads. Cattaraugus County Sheriff Timothy Whitcomb said the Jeep, driven by Trent Dunn, 20, of Chaffee was driving west on California Hill Road when the school bus, traveling north on Weaver Road, struck the driver’s side of the Jeep. The

impact pushed the Jeep off the road and into a utility pole. There were 19 student passengers on the bus at the time of the accident. The sheriff’s office’s report did not indicate who the bus driver was. Ambulances from Delevan, ChaffeeSardinia, Machias and Yorkshire responded to the accident scene, according to deputies. No charges have been filed. The accident remains under investigation.

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GOWANDA POLICE DEPARTMENT n Dec. 13, no time given, four men have been charged with unlawfully dealing with a child and child endangerment after allegedly providing alcohol to two juvenile females Nov. 25. Following an investigation and warrants issued by Collins Town Court. the Gowanda Police Department reported the arrests of Timothy J. Isles, 22, of Dunkirk; Roscoe Henhawk, 19, of Gowanda; Rico A. Acevedo, 20, of Fredonia; and Louis J. Acevedo, 19, of Fredonia. Patrol responded to the report of a subject passed out in the road on South Water Street at 10:30 p.m. Nov. 25 and discovered a 14-year-old female who was intoxicated and passed out. The juvenile’s mother was contacted, and the juvenile was treated and transported to Lakeshore Hospital. Patrol then received another request for another intoxicated female at a Buffalo Street address; this female was also treated and transported to Lakeshore Hospital. The men were arrested on warrants issued by Collins Town Court after an investigation by Gowanda police, when it was learned Isles allegedly provided a location and, in concert with the other three male subjects, provided alcohol to these juveniles. Isles was also charged with second-degree criminal nuisance. He was arrested Dec. 13, arraigned in Collins Town Court and released after posting $1,500 bail. Henhawk, Rico Acevedo and Louis Acevedo were arrested Dec. 9, arraigned in Collins Town Court and remanded to the Erie County Holding Center in lieu of $1,000 bail each. n Dec. 6, 8 p.m., Kenneth G. Hawkins, 43, of Gowanda, was charged with seconddegree harassment, petit larceny, fourthdegree stalking and second-degree unlawful imprisonment after patrol responded to the report of a disturbance at a Commercial Street address. Patrol was informed Hawkins had gone to the room of a female resident and was harassing her through the door and a male resident overheard the harassment and confronted Hawkins, who began harassing the male subject and threatened him with a bottle. The female opened the door and began videotaping the incident. Hawkins grabbed the camera and ran to his room, and the female subject pursued him and a physical confrontation ensued, police said. Hawkins allegedly grabbed the female in a chokehold, pulled her into his room and refused to release her until police arrived. Both parties

received minor injuries. Hawkins had been previously warned not to harass the female, as he had been previously arrested for harassing her. Hawkins was arraigned in Persia Town Court and remanded to Cattaraugus County Jail in lieu of $1,500 bail. n Dec. 7, 6:45 p.m., Shylia A. Shelly, 28, of Gowanda, was charged with third-degree aggravated unlicensed operation and a seat belt violation after a traffic stop. Her license was suspended June 25 for her failure to pay driver’s responsibility and Aug. 11 for her failure to answer a traffic summons in Perrysburg Town Court. Shelly was released on an appearance ticket for Persia Town Court. n Dec. 12, 11:59 a.m., Michael K. Beeler, 32, of Gowanda, was charged with sex offender failure to report change of address after patrol monitored Beeler’s residence and discovered he had moved to another residence without reporting his new residence. Beeler was arraigned in Persia Town Court and was remanded to Cattaraugus County Jail in lieu of $500 bail. n Dec. 14, 8 a.m., Bethany S. Lyndley, 34, of Gowanda, was arrested on a warrant from Persia Town Court after previously being arrested for second-degree aggravated unlicensed operation and failing to appear in court to answer the charge. Lyndley was arraigned in Persia Town Court and remanded to Cattaraugus County Jail in lieu of $1,500 bail. n Dec. 14, 2:20 p.m., Nathan E. Miskell, 22, of Gowanda, was charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle after patrol responded to the report that Miskell had taken the vehicle of an acquaintance without permission. Miskell was released on an appearance ticket to appear in Persia Town Court. n Dec. 15, 6 p.m., Dale H. Dahlgren, 53, of Gowanda, was charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle after being located by Town of Depew Police following a warrant for his arrest. On Dec. 1, patrol received report Dahlgren had taken the vehicle of an acquaintance without permission; the owner of the vehicle was located and recovered the vehicle a few days later, and the warrant for Dahlgren’s arrest was requested and issued by Persia Town Court. Dahlgren was turned over to Gowanda police, then arraigned in Persia Town Court and released on his own recognizance to reappear at a later date.

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CATTARAUGUS COUNTY COURT REPORTS Felony drug conviction ends in probation for Olean woman

Gowanda resident pleads guilty to felony drug-sale accusation

LITTLE VALLEY — An Olean woman received probation for a felony drug conviction Monday, Dec. 12, in Cattaraugus County Court. Roseanna Rivera, 38, was sentenced to five years of probation for fifth-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance, a class D felony. The incident, reportedly involving a type and quantity of drug that were not listed in a court report, occurred June 2 in Olean, according to District Attorney Lori Rieman. Rieman’s office reported the case Tuesday, Dec. 13, among numerous others that took place Monday.

LITTLE VALLEY — A Gowanda man pleaded guilty to a felony drug charge Monday in Cattaraugus County Court. Reginald Irion, 57, entered a guilty plea to third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance, a class B felony, to satisfy a pending indictment. Irion sold an unspecified type and quantity of narcotic drug on Nov. 11, 2015, in Persia, according to District Attorney Lori Rieman, whose office on Tuesday reported the case among numerous others from Monday. Sentencing was scheduled for Feb. 27.

IN OTHER CASES: n Codie Capron, 27, of Little Valley, pleaded guilty to four counts of thirddegree burglary, a class D felony. The incidents occurred between July and September in the towns of Allegany, Hinsdale, Coldspring and Mansfield, Rieman stated. Sentencing was scheduled for Feb. 21. n Keith K. Ellis, 21, of Kill Buck, but presently at Cattaraugus County Jail in Little Valley, pleaded guilty to third-degree burglary, a class D felony; first-degree criminal contempt, a class E felony; and second-degree criminal contempt, a class A misdemeanor. Ellis burglarized a building in Olean and violated an order of protection Oct. 10, Rieman stated. Sentencing was scheduled for Feb. 21. n Christopher Tomasik, 38, of Springville, pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree disseminating indecent materials to minors, a class D felony; and one count of endangering the welfare of a child, a class A misdemeanor. Authorities allege Tomasik sent inappropriate pictures to a minor between January and March in Yorkshire, Rieman stated. The case was adjourned for motions. n Bryant Galmer, 29, of Olean but currently at county jail, pleaded guilty to fifth-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance, a class D felony. Galmer sold an unspecified type and quantity of narcotic drug Jan. 16 in Olean, Rieman stated. Sentencing was scheduled for Feb. 21. n Suzanne E. Randolph-Brooks, 25, of Franklinville, was sentenced to five years of probation for second-degree forgery, a

class D felony. She forged checks that did not belong to her between July 2015 and March in Franklinville, Rieman stated. n Evan M. Spruce, 29 of Little Valley, pleaded not guilty to three counts of failure to register as a sex offender, a class E felony. Authorities allege Spruce failed to register with the state Department of Criminal Justice Services between Aug. 1, 2015, and Feb. 16 in Napoli, Rieman stated. The case was adjourned for motions. n Johnson, 42, of Salamanca, pleaded not guilty to aggravated driving while intoxicated, a class E felony, also known as Leandra’s Law; DWI and endangering the welfare of a child, class A misdemeanors; and making an unsafe lane change, driving without a seat belt and driving with an open container of alcohol, all violations. Authorities allege the incident occurred July 28 in Salamanca with a passenger less than 15 years old, Rieman stated. The case was adjourned for motions. n Andrew Usyk, 25, of Gowanda, was sentenced to five years of probation for driving while intoxicated, a class E felony. He drove with a 0.10 percent blood alcohol content in Perrysburg on Dec. 27, 2015, Rieman stated. n Jared P. Black, 36, of Salamanca, pleaded not guilty to aggravated driving while intoxicated and DWI, both class E felonies; and unlicensed operation of a vehicle, making an unsafe lane change and driving with an open container of alcohol, all violations. Authorities allege Black drove with a blood alcohol content of 0.20 percent Aug. 13 in Salamanca. The case was adjourned for motions. n Ronald Miller, 61, of Olean, was sentenced to three years of probation for first-degree attempted endangering the welfare of an incompetent or physically disabled person, a class A misdemeanor. The incident occurred between July 1, 2015, and March 17 in Olean, Rieman stated. n Jesse C. Bartlett Jr., 26, of Olean, was sentenced to one year in county jail for sexual misconduct, a class A misdemeanor. Bartlett engaged in sexual conduct with another person without that person’s consent June 12, 2015, in Salamanca, Rieman stated.

IN OTHER CASES: n Christopher R. Rowand, 36, of Olean, pleaded guilty to third-degree attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance, a class C felony; and driving while ability impaired, a violation. The incident involving a type and quantity of narcotic drug not specified in a court report that occurred Jan. 28 in Olean, Rieman stated. Sentencing was scheduled for Feb. 27. n Nicholas S. Cossairt, 28, of Olean, but currently incarcerated at Cattaraugus County Jail in Little Valley, pleaded guilty to second-degree burglary, a class C felony. The incident occurred July 17 in Olean, Rieman stated. Sentencing was scheduled for Feb. 27. n Paul E. Tyler Jr., 30, of Cuba, and Erik W. Hagen, 30, of Olean, both of whom are now at the county jail, pleaded not guilty to second-degree attempted burglary, a class D felony; and fourth-degree criminal mischief, petit larceny, possession of burglar tools, resisting arrest, and obstructing governmental administration, all class A misdemeanors. Authorities allege the incident occurred Oct. 26 in Olean, Rieman stated. The cases were adjourned for motions. n Ronnie R. Miner Jr., 22, of Grantsville, Md., but currently at the county jail, pleaded guilty to second-degree rape, a class D felony. Miner had sex with a person who was younger than 15 years old Oct. 7 in Perrysburg, Rieman stated. Sentencing was scheduled for Feb. 27. n Thomas J. Archer, 21, of Delevan, pleaded guilty to third-degree burglary, a class D felony; and unlawfully growing cannabis, a class A misdemeanor. The incident occurred June 13 in Machias.

Sentencing was scheduled for Feb. 27. n Donald Applewhite, 25, of Olean, but currently at the county jail, pleaded guilty to fourth-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance, a class D felony. Applewhite sold an unspecified type and quantity of narcotic drug June 24 in Olean, Rieman stated. Sentencing was scheduled for Feb. 27. n Ricky Vento, 42, and James Lewellyn, 36, both of South Dayton, were sentenced to five years of probation for second-degree attempted assault, a class E felony. Vento, Lewellyn and a third man not named in a current court report entered another man’s home with weapons and attempted to cause him serious injury in October 2015, Rieman stated. n Ryan D. McDonald, 27, of Cuba, pleaded guilty to aggravated driving while intoxicated, a class E felony also known as Leandra’s Law; and second-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle, a misdemeanor. He drove while intoxicated with a child passenger younger than 15 years old in the vehicle May 17 in Ischua, Rieman stated. Sentencing was scheduled for Jan. 29, 2018. n Derek A. Stock, 35, of Holland, pleaded not guilty to driving while ability impaired by drugs and first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle, class E felonies; fifth-degree criminal possession of stolen property, a class A misdemeanor; and unlawful possession of marijuana, a violation. Authorities allege the incident occurred May 2 in Yorkshire, Rieman stated. The case was adjourned for motions. n Nicole Karl-Lebrenz, 43, of Olean, but currently at the county jail, pleaded guilty to third-degree attempted burglary, a class E felony. The incident occurred March 19 in Allegany, Rieman stated. Sentencing was scheduled for Jan. 29, 2018. n Mahli Brophy, 26, of Olean, pleaded guilty to fifth-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance, a class E felony. Brophy sold an unspecified type and quantity of drug June 7 in Olean, Rieman stated. Sentencing was scheduled for Jan. 29, 2018. n Matthew P. Krysick, 32, of Olean, but now at the county jail, was sentenced to one additional year in jail for seconddegree attempted escape, a class A misdemeanor. The incident occurred Feb. 2 in Olean, Rieman stated.

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Perrysburg Town Board holds two public hearings Hearings held on locating solar power installations; highway superintendent residency By Phil Palen Press Reporter

PERRYSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Perrysburg Town Board has approved a six-month moratorium on locating commercial solar power installations. The board held hearings at its Dec. 12 meeting to hear public input on two issues, including the moratorium. After discussion, the moratorium was approved. The moratorium will give the town time to enact ordinances regulating commercial solar power installations. The new codes will not affect private residential solar projects. The other public hearing was on expanding the area where the elected town highway superintendent could reside to

include the towns of Persia and Dayton as well as Perrysburg. There is precedent for this, Town Supervisor Dennis Stopen said, citing other towns in Cattaraugus County that allow it. The board voted to table the action for a month, allowing time to consult with town attorney John Grinnell. ALSO DEC. 12, Highway Superintendent Daniel Stang said the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has approved an outline for remedial work on the erosion problem on lower Prospect Street. The project will go out for bid in January with work to begin after the end of the school year in June. Stang said the road will be closed during construction. The new Mack plow truck needed repairs on the rear differential to allow

it to travel faster than the top speed of 52 miles per hour, he added. A new gear ratio was required to allow it to reach highway speed. Stang requested the board to transfer leftover highway repair and building funds into the scheduled highway equipment account. The board voted to add it to the agenda for their year-end meeting Dec. 29. Assessor Bonnie Rae Strickland reported that renewal applications for enhanced STAR tax exemptions are being accepted at her office. If a primary residence homeowner will be 65 years old by Dec. 31, 2017, he is eligible for the Enhanced STAR program if the householdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual income is below $86,000. New Basic STAR applicants can apply with New York state at (518)

457-2036 or www.tax.ny.gov. Councilwoman Jennifer Dabolt said she met with grant writer Betty Accordino regarding a $50,000 grant application for the town. Projects would include improvements to the town hall such as a new roof and windows, as well as amenities in the town park like picnic tables, dugouts and restrooms. The town board is obtaining estimates for the projects to be included in the grant application. The board set the time for the annual year-end meeting for 5:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, at the town board room. The next regular Perrysburg Town Board meeting is set for 7 p.m. Jan. 9 at the town hall, 10460 Peck Hill Road.

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Holiday Helping Hands program a success

Persia Town Board holds final meeting of year By Phil Palen Press Reporter

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Leaders of the Holiday Helping Hands program in Gowanda stand with various donations made this year to the charitable group. The program was considered a great success by organizers.

GOWANDA — Gowanda Ford, the Gowanda Lions Club and the Gowanda Police Department said this year’s Holiday Helping Hands program was a “great success” and stressed the endeavor will make the Christmas season a very joyous one for many families in the Gowanda area. “Our goal was to ﬁll the truck and that is exactly what we did,” said Pat Riter, general manager of Gowanda Ford. “The generosity of the Gowanda community is unmatched by any other community. It just shows how thoughtful and caring this community is. We thank you.” Organizers express gratitude to all those who donated toys, food items and cash to the program and wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year.

PERSIA — Persia Town Board members recently attended meetings regarding a brownfield grant and more. Councilman John Walgus serves on the steering committee for Gowanda’s Brownfields Opportunity Assessment grant. At the Dec. 15 town board meeting, he reported that he and Councilman Robert Dingman wrote a letter of support for the brownfield grant and attended a rail corridor project meeting at Buffalo’s city hall. Advocates of improving and reopening the historic Buffalo-to-Jamestown rail corridor for tourism had a meeting scheduled for Dec. 21 in Jamestown to tour facilities at that end of the line. Dingman attended the attended the Persia comprehensive plan meeting Nov. 28 and went to the Eden Town Board

meeting to request a resolution of support for a grant application for funding improvements on the Buffalo-Jamestown rail line. He said the Gowanda railroad depot received a new coat of interior paint for the ﬁrst time in nearly 40 years. Councilwomen Theresa Girome and Gloria Tomaszewski also attended the Persia comprehensive plan meeting, and Tomaszewski was at the last meeting of the Gowanda Ambulance board. She said the board is getting a third ambulance, and she heard a presentation from developer William Gugino regarding construction of a new ambulance hall on Aldrich Street. The Persia Town Board scheduled a comprehensive plan meeting for 6:30 p.m. Jan. 24 at the town board room. The next regular board meeting is set for 7 p.m. Jan. 12 at the town hall, 8 W. Main St., Gowanda.

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Recognized for great seasons

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Students from the boys and girls cross country teams were recognized at the Dec. 7 meeting of the Gowanda School Board of Education for the teams’ performances during the season. Pictured (from left) are High School Principal Dr. Anderson, School Board President Lynn Guzzetta, Ryan Monat, Matt Kruszka, Lyle Warrior, Nina Roman, Lexi Latona, Superintendent James Klubek, Kala Farley, Riley Delpriore, Kristine Twoguns and Emagin Warrior.

By Mark Benton

Gowanda Sports Report

Sports Correspondent

The Gowanda Central School varsity boys’ basketball team had a tough week and lost to Ellicottville at home, 62-53, on Dec. 13 and lost on the road two nights later to Fredonia, 75-62. Both games were nonleague contests. First year player Jermani Benton was the team's high scorer in each setback with 20 and 19 points, respectively. Nate Brawdy chipped in with 17 points in both games. To the defense of the Blue and White, they played without key starters. The Panthers will compete in the Emerling Ford Tournament at Springville High School over the Christmas recess.

■ The Gowanda junior varsity boys’ basketball team won two in a row with victories over North Collins and Ellicottville on Dec. 12 and Dec. 13, respectively. Andrew Maybee played well at both ends of the ﬂoor as the JV Panthers, coached by Jack Gaylord Jr., ran their overall record to 2-1. ■ The Gowanda Central School girls’ varsity basketball team lost at home to Pine Valley, 43-40, on Dec. 15. The Lady Panthers led throughout much of the game but the visitors outscored Gowanda 19-10 in the fourth quarter to win. Alexis Hawkins led Gowanda with 19 points and 10 rebounds. Miya Scanlan tallied 13 points for the Panthers, whose record fell to one win and three losses.

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Southern Tier Wrestling Officials Association Tournament Results (Dec. 16 and 17)

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In the 170-pound class, Nick Desimone of Warren (Pa.) High School works to get leverage on Dakota Crawford of Cattaraugus-Little Valley High School during Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Southern Tier Wrestling Officials Association Tournament in Salamanca.

From previous page n Wrestling tournaments kept the GCS varsity and junior varsity teams active on Dec. 16 and 17. The varsity competed in the Southern Tier Holiday Classic at Salamanca while the JV team wrestled in a separate tournament that was held at Williamsville South High School. For the varsity, Chuck Valone brought home second place in the 220 pound weight class. Dave Poff (126) and Dave Ball (99) each placed third. Twenty-seven teams were entered into the two-day event. Domanick Rodriguez was the champion in the 152-pound division at the JV tournament. Zach Caroll placed third at 145 while Charles Pasternak (195) and Randy Conrow (170) took fourth. n The Gowanda Recreation Learn to Ski Program at Holiday Valley will begin on Sunday, Jan. 8. The bus will leave from the front circle of the high school at 1:15 p.m. and return at 8:30 p.m. The cost for those students in grades 5-12 that have their own equip-

ment is $235. Students that have to rent skis will pay $330 and renters of snowboards will pay $350. The price includes round trip transportation to Holiday Valley for eight consecutive Sundays. There is also a free bonus day in March. There is still room for any student and adult chaperone (skiing is free) that would like to register. Please call 532-4053 or 229-1436 for more information. n Roller skating for students in kindergarten through eighth grade will continue on Monday, Jan. 9 at the Academy Place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The cost that includes skates remains at $2 per night. The program will not be held over the Christmas recess. n Gowanda Recreation will sponsor a youth co-ed basketball clinic for students in third through eighth grade for six consecutive Wednesdays beginning Jan. 11. All sessions will run from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Academy Place. There is no fee to attend this program. Certified coaches will be providing the instruction. Scrimmage games will also be played each night.

Falconer 259.5, Niagara Wheatfield 170.5, Olean 168, Randolph 147.5, Warren 140.5, Hamburg 117, North East 112.5, Fredonia 110, Newfane 104, Eisenhower 85, Chautauqua Lake 80, Eden 80, Dunkirk 79, Gowanda 67, Wayne 64.5, Maple Grove 60, Tonawanda 55.5, Portville 53, Iroquois 46, Cattaraugus-Little Valley 45.5, Starpoint 45.5, Franklinville 42, Southwestern 37, Jamestown 36, Canisius 26.5, Lew-Port 24, Salamanca 12, Falconer (B) 7 (Championship Finals) 99: Andy Lucinski (Newfane) 9-4 Jacob Payne (Falconer) 106: Marcus Evans (Randolph) 1:58 Nick Bierfeldt (Olean) 113: Justin McDougald (Niagara-Wheatfield) 7-4 Shane Hetrick (Maple Grove) 120: Zach Braddell (Tonawanda) 9-1 Dalton Gardner (Fredonia) 126: Giovani Russo (Fredonia) 3-2 Matt Evans (Randolph)

132: Hector Colom (Fredonia) 9-2 Warren McDougald (Niagara-Wheatfield) 138: Jacob Page (Eden) 5:18 Zach Brown (Newfane) 145: Dylan Ingrao (Falconer) 3-2 Jake Engstrom (Warren) 152: Giuseppe Hoose (Southwestern) 1-0 Billy Seiders (Dunkirk) 160: Cameron Page (Falconer) 13-1 Joe Galvin (Iroquois) 170: Trevor Micek (Maple Grove) 5-3 Jake Smeader (Hamburg) 182: Matt Cicco (Niagara-Wheatfield) default Jake Peru (Falconer) 195: Corey Keefe (Falconer) 10-5 Marshall Johnson (Randolph) 220: Jordan McLaughlin (Olean) 3-1 Chuck Valone (Gowanda) 285: Nick Jones (Dunkirk) 2:35 David Runge (Niagara-Wheatfield)

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The history of Gowanda wrestling By Mark Benton

Sports Correspondent

The sport of wrestling was only sponsored by a few dozen high schools throughout Western New York when Gowanda physical education teacher Ernest Bareham initiated a program at the local high school in the fall of 1953. And during the first season, Gowanda only wrestled other schools in practice meets. An overall won-loss record of dual meets was not recorded. When the 1954-55 season began, the Gowanda High School varsity wrestling team was more than ready. In their first full year of competition, the Panthers surprised everyone and posted a record of 10-6. No one was caught off guard the

following season as the 1955-56 squad went 11-7. The Blue and White “grapplers” were also beginning to produce individual Section VI champions. The success on the mat continued as Gowanda rattled off eight more consecutive winning seasons; included in that impressive streak was the seven year run between the start of the 1957-58 campaign until the end of the 1963-64 season. The Panthers had posted an overall dual meet record of 93-7. Gowanda finally succumbed to the program's first losing season in 1964-65 and only won four dual meets while losing nine. They quickly rebounded the following winter and posted a record of 14-1. The only defeat came at the hands of Southwestern by one point.

Bareham's troops, however, avenged that loss to Southwestern by edging the Trojans in the Section VI meet. That was the seventh and last Section VI team title that Gowanda has won in the sport of wrestling. Ernie Bareham coached the sport for two more years and Gowanda finished 7-7 and 11-3, respectively. The longtime wrestling guru handed the reigns over the Dennis Crouse when the 1968-69 season began. Bareham, who had become the school's head football coach in the fall of 1967, wanted to concentrate his efforts on just one sport. Since Coach Bareham left the Gowanda High School wrestling program some 48 years ago, the Panthers have had mixed results. The Gowanda Central School Board of Education

even went so far as to eliminate the varsity wrestling program in 1980-81 as part of a cost saving measure. The program was reinstated the following season and continues to do well each year. This year's team has several outstanding wrestlers and a few that might be competing at the New York State championships in March. On Dec. 13 of this season, the Panthers handed a good Dunkirk team a 52-23 setback in front of an appreciative home crowd. It was a stark reminder of the early years when Gowanda crushed their opponents in wrestling almost every time they took the mat. And the famous one word phrase echoed by the late coach Ernie Bareham that will never be forgotten, “Wrestle!”

Martin powers C-LV boys to second win CATTARAUGUS — Kellen Martin delivered 18 points and 10 rebounds, and Andrew Hutchison logged 15 points, seven steals and seven assists to pace CattaraugusLittle Valley’s boys basketball team (2-3) to its second win Monday. The Timberwolves also got 10 points from TJ Southwick while topping Cassadaga Valley, 55-48. “We played our hustle basketball,” C-LV coach Matt Minnekine said. “We got some opportunities and didn’t take advantage and that cost us in the second

quarter. But our kids battled hard and we hit some shots late. “We kept the lead pretty much the entire game, but it was down to two at the half, 25-23. Then in the third, we came back and outscored them 17-7.” Brandon Chamberlin led Cassadaga Valley (1-3) with 19 points. Cassadaga Valley (48) Kubera 3 0-0 8, Chamberlin 6 2-2 19, Crabtree 2 2-3 7, Nunez 2 2-4 6, Goot 0 1-2 1, Pastor 1 0-0 2, Sanabria 1 2-3 5.Totals: 15 9-14 48. Cattaraugus-Little Valley (55) Hutchison 5 5-8 15, Southwick 5 0-0 10, Martin 7 3-4 18, Baker 3 1-2 7, O’Donnell 1 1-3 3, Givan 1 0-0 2. Totals: 22 10-17 55. Cassadaga Valley 13 23 30 48 Catt-Little Valley 20 25 42 55 Three-point goals: CV 7 (Chamberlin 3, Kubera 2, Crabtree, Sanabria); C-LV 1 (Martin). Total fouls: CV 17, C-LV 16. Fouled out: None. JV: Cassadaga Valley won.

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Bandits announce 2017 roster Bandits begin theme nights with The Buffalo Bandits finalized their 20-man roster Monday, announcing the final roster moves to cut down their training camp list. The 2017 Bandits should look much like the unit that reached the Champion’s Cup last year, returning their top seven scorers including league MVP Dhane Smith, along with captain and 15-year Bandits veteran Billy Dee Smith. New to the active roster are forward Craig Point and transition player Brad Self, both former Rochester Knighthawks. The Bandits acquired Self in a draft day trade. He won NLL Transition Player of the Year last season after putting up eight goals and 13 assists. “It was a very competitive camp and we have placed some good young players on our practice roster, but we return pretty much the same group from last year,” Bandits general manager Steve Dietrich said in a press release announcing the roster. “The mood of camp was that of a team with unfinished business

and we feel this group gives us a chance to compete for a championship once again.” Salamanca native Josh Becker signed with the Bandits in October for a training camp tryout but was released along with five others on Dec. 5, two days after the team’s scrimmages against Rochester and New England. The Bandits open the 2017 season Dec. 30 at KeyBank Center against the Colorado Mammoth. The full roster is presented below: Forwards (7): Ryan Benesch, Mitch Jones, Anthony Malcom, Craig Point, Dhane Smith, Mark Steenhuis, Daryl Veltman Transition (4): Kevin Brownell, Alex Kedoh Hill, Brad Self, Mitch Wilde Defensemen (7): Matthew Bennett, David Brock, Mitch de Snoo, Steve Priolo, Billy Dee Smith, Andrew Watt, Nick Weiss Goalies (2): Anthony Cosmo, Davide Diruscio Practice Squad (4): Tim Edwards, Justin Martin, Kevin Orleman, Blaze Riorden Injured Reserve (3): Bryce Brochu, Craig England, Adam Will

early New Year’s Eve celebration BUFFALO —The Buffalo Bandits recently announced that the team will hold theme nights for select home games during the 2017 regular season. The Bandits will kick off their season with an early New Year’s Eve Celebration during the home opener on Friday, Dec. 30 at 7:30 p.m. against the Colorado Mammoth. The first 10,000 people in attendance will receive a 2017 Bandits magnet schedule. The team will also be offering special ticket packages for the game that will feature a Bandits-themed tuxedo T-shirt. Those ticket packages include one 100 level ticket and T-shirt for $35 or one 300 level ticket and T-shirt for $25. For fans who already have tickets to the home opener, the tuxedo T-shirts will be available for purchase in the Sabres Store. Bandits season ticket holders can receive a 40 percent discount on the Tshirt by presenting their game ticket. Updates and more details about ad-

ditional theme nights will be announced on the Bandits’ social media platforms in the days leading up to each game this season. Individual game tickets are currently on sale. Tickets can be purchased in person at the KeyBank Center box office, online at Tickets.com or by phone at 1-888-467-2273. The full list of Bandits 2017 theme nights is below: n Friday, Dec. 30 vs. Colorado Home Opener and an Early New Year’s Eve Celebration n Friday, Feb. 17 vs. New England - Hometown Heroes Night n Saturday, Feb. 25 vs. Toronto Alumni Night n Friday, March 3 vs. Rochester - Native American Night n Saturday, April 22 vs. Georgia Tucker Out Lymphoma Night n Saturday, April 29 vs. Toronto - Fan Appreciation Night

C-LV wrestlers bounce back, pin Frewsburg in 54-0 win CATTARAUGUS — On Dec. 13, the Cattaraugus-Little Valley wrestling team lost a tough 42-31 decision at Portville. As C-LV coach Sam Grey recalled, “We were leading in three matches and ended up losing them in falls. “Tonight, two of those guys — Nicholas Burroughs and Dakota Crawford — didn’t make the same mistake.” And the result was the Timberwolves (1-1) defeating Frewsburg, 54-0, on Wednesday evening, Dec. 14, in a Chautauqua Cattaraugus Athletic Association Division II match. In a meeting with six double forfeits and four Catt-LV forfeit victories, the Timberwolves’ five match wins were all pins, four of them in under a minute: Sam Grey (145, :57), Tyler Penrod (152, :48), Burroughs (160, :49) and Austin Genberg (195, :46). Crawford’s pin at 170 came in 1:51.

Cattaraugus-LV 54, Frewsburg 0 99: double forfeit, 106: double forfeit, 113: double forfeit, 120: double forfeit, 126: M. Grey (C-LV) won by forfeit, 132: Oberrer (C-LV) won by forfeit, 138: double forfeit, 145: S. Grey (C-LV) 0:57 Koch, 152: Penrod (C-LV) 0:48 Tompkins, 160: Burroughs (C-LV) 0:49 Landman, 170: Crawford (C-LV) 1:51 Marsh, 182: Fedeson (C-LV)won by forfeit, 195:Genberg (C-LV) 0:46 Sanfilippo, 220: double forfeit, 285: Pascarella (C-LV) won by forfeit

Portville 43, Cattaraugus-LV 31 PORTVILLE — All three of the Portville wrestling team’s non-forfeit victories Tuesday, Dec. 13, were pins, two of which came in key spots by two of the squad’s youngest members. Kamil Murawski pinned CattaraugusLittle Valley’s Nick Burroughs in 3:21 at 160 pounds. And at 126 pounds, Kirkland Hall won by fall in 3:37 over Jason Oberer in the second-to-last bout in the Panthers’ CCAA Division II triumph. “Two big, key matches out of two

freshmen who did an awesome job for us,” PCS coach Matt Milne said. “Kamil was down 8-7 when he got a pin, and Kirkland was losing 11-4 when he got his pin. Two kids that got their matches turned around, and to be honest, Kirkland Hall’s was at a key point in the match. He wins, we’ve got a good shot at winning the match. He loses, we’ve got a good shot at losing the match.” Matt Waugh (182 pounds) also recorded a pin for Portville (3-4). The Panthers had four forfeit wins. In C-LV’s first dual meet, the Timberwolves had five wrestlers win via fall — Mike Grey (120), Sam Grey (132), Zak Fedeson (170), Austin Genberg (195) and Vince Pascarella (285).

“Catt-LV wrestled hard and put themselves in a position to win,” Milne said. “One match makes the difference, and we had two young freshmen that stepped up and made a difference. I’m proud of how they did. AT PORTVILLE Portville 42, Cattaraugus-Little Valley 31 99: double forfeit, 106: Long (P) forfeit, 113: double forfeit, 120: M. Grey (C-LV) 11-1 D. Hall, 126: K. Hall (P) 3:37 Oberer, 132: S. Grey (C-LV) :19 Gayton, 138: Kozlowski (P) forfeit, 145: Niver (P) forfeit, 152: Penrod (C-LV) 5-2 Hlasnick, 160: Murawski (P) 3:21 Burroughs, 170: Fedeson (CLV) 2:28 Ziegler, 182: Waugh (P) 2:46 Crawford, 195: Genberg (C-LV) 2:12 Quattrone, 220: Morales (P) forfeit, 285: Pascarella (C-LV) 3:16 Saltsman.

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Dinner from Page 1 shoeboxes filled with goodies worldwide to children in impoverished areas. And just like other projects that take … but a mighty church.” The dinner place in the church, the volunteers have comes after the church’s Christmas Day no qualms about helping out for an effort service, which begins at 10 a.m. like the Christmas Day dinner. Again this year, Susan Ashby is in “We just have a great time getting this charge of the organization of the dinner. dinner ready, setting the tables, getting She took over for Paul and Ruth Willis, pots and pans together, and we laugh of North Collins, who retired from the and talk a lot,” Harvey said. “We have dinner three years ago. a brother-and-sister act — David and “When you get something started in Tracey — who have been kitchen worka small town, especially from a small ers since the very first dinner. church, you just keep up the tradition no “It is so good to see them every year matter if you get one person or 50 peoand to think that they take time out from ple,” Harvey said. “We just do not want their Christmas Day to help others. This anyone to feel that they cannot come to is what it is all about, helping out every our church for anything, any time.” day, every way.” The dinner is another one of the The church is led by the Rev. David community projects taking place at St. Noves, who lives in Dunkirk and is acMary’s, which just recently hosted a tive in the Gowanda Ministerial Associacraft night and every year participates in tion. Operation Christmas Child, which ships

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Peterson from Page 5 son said. Olean operates a separate Youth Court that includes other area municipalities. they have learned. Part of the statement “This has had a big impact on me,” Peaddresses their responsibility and the terson said. “I got to work with all these negative impact the offense has had on kids and be part of their lives. I watched others. them grow up.” “It helps, and they read it in court,” How does she motivate her staffers to Peterson said. take on the work? Letters of apology to victims and par“Pizza goes a long way,” she said. ents or guardians are a must. If anything Occasionally, Peterson will run into was stolen or damaged, restitution is resomeone who will ask if she remembers quired. Community service, drug screenthem from Youth Court. One time she got ing and shoplifting or anger management a letter from a former respondent thankclasses are required when necessary. ing her for not sending them to probation Most of the offenses are petit larceny, and granting a second chance. possession of marijuana, harassment and Hinting at what she’ll be up to after trespassing, Peterson said. The average her Youth Court tenure ends, the 35-year age of the respondents is 13 ½. fly fisherwoman noted she travels widely There have been between 30 and 40 to fish. Youth Court cases a year, split between “I’ll be going fishing more next year,” courtrooms in Little Valley and Machias. she promised. “I’ve already booked two “We tried to have a courtroom within 15 miles of where the youth lived,” Peter- trips for fly fishing.”

Season from Page 6 armed forces who sacrifice their lives for us, we are supremely thankful. We ask that they be given a special meaFor the children, we ask that they be sure of encouragement and support given a gentle hand of encouragement. and receive a special thank you from a For the teenagers, we ask that they be given a special measure of attentiveness grateful and humble people. And to the leaders of our country, so that they may know the dignity of sharing hope with others. For the adults we ask that they may be blessed with the insight, virtue and discernment of in our midst, we ask that they be given wisdom, so to have the character and strength, patience and love so to be a source of thoughtful guidance and serve the determination to effectively lead a willing, dedicated and thankful people. as exemplified role models of virtue. To all, it is our hope that truth and For those who are grieving, may they justice may prevail in a world free of find comfort in the warm memories of tyranny. May the year 2017 be filled their loved ones now past and so apprewith joy and may peace prevail and ciate how rich they are that their lives were joined if for only a short time. For freedom ring out for all to hear. This is a joyous season of giving. those who are lonely, we ask that they For the yesterdays are a precious may find the joy in giving warmth and memory, the tomorrows are an opcheer to others and thus, both the giver portunity to give, but today — ah yes, and the receiver will be abundantly today — that is a special time when blessed. For all those who, with such genuine we can share the gift which lasts for all seasons. dedication and unselfish commitment, And so,throughout our neighboring serve our community in numerous hills, valleys and plains, may the gloriways, we extend grateful appreciation. ous resounding of neighborly voices be And especially to our health providheard with holiday greetings of a merry ers, the law enforcement agencies, fire Christmas to all, and to all a blessed department, ambulance and emergency new year! personnel, human service volunteers, other first responders and caregivers — (Dr. Heichberger is the author of a may each of them know the warmth of new children’s book entitled, “We Will sincere gratitude felt by an appreciative Be Friends Forever.” It will be released and thankful public. early in the new year.) For the men and women of our

Fire from Page 1 that was set off at the school about 15 minutes before the call, Raiport said. “Upon arrival of the officer, he observed heavy smoke coming from the second floor of the apartment building,” Raiport said. “The officer made entry with another firefighter who showed up at the same time before other fire personnel and apparatus arrived.” The two responders — identified by Raiport as Gowanda policeman Sean Hotnich and firefighter Casey Jones of the Perrysburg Volunteer Fire Co. — made entry into the apartment after assisting tenants of the apartment building who were trying to get out. “They did an excellent job working together,” Raiport said. “It was a nice job by everyone involved. The fire was contained …. it could have been a lot worse.” Raiport said the responders found the victim lying facedown on the floor and was severely burned and unconscious. The pair brought the man from the fire and were assisted by other police and fire personnel down the stairs and out of the building. The victim was transported by Gowanda Ambulance Service to Lakeshore

Hospital, where he was later transported by helicopter to ECMC’s burn unit in Buffalo. He suffered second-degree burns to more than 80 percent of his body, according to Raiport. The fire was contained to the single apartment, Raiport said, with adjoining apartments only sustaining smoke damage. The first-floor business, McCormack’s Hardware, had minor water damage, he said. The fire was ruled accidental, Raiport said, and both and candle and cigarette ashes were both found near the fire’s origin. Raiport commended the first responders on a Facebook message he authored and posted on the official Gowanda Police Department page. More than 325 people had reacted to the post Wednesday afternoon, and more than 75 people posted a comment. The Gowanda police and fire departments were assisted at the scene by the Collins, Perrysburg and Dayton fire companies; Erie and Cattaraugus counties’ sheriff’s offices; New York State Police; and the Gowanda and Seneca Nation ambulance services. The Cattaraugus County Fire Investigation Team was called in to determine the cause and origin of the fire.

HCA to host free Diabetes Prevention Program GOWANDA — TLC Health Network and Healthy Community Alliance will host a free Diabetes Prevention Program workshop series beginning Jan. 10, from 1 to 2 p.m. The workshop will take place at Healthy Community Alliance, 1 School St. DPP is an evidence-based program that aims to help participants make

healthy lifestyle changes that reduce their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. This program helps participants by losing weight through healthy eating, being more physically active, and learning to recognize and overcome barriers to healthy eating and physical activity. The program is free. Any interested people can call or text Tracy at 270-7967 to register.

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Celebrating a happy holiday This photo, estimated to be taken around 1958, shows Santa Claus and the community Christmas tree in the Gowanda village square. The Gowanda Area Historical Society sends its best wishes during the holiday season.

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Gowanda Assembly of God 78 Allen St. | gowandaassembly.com Pastor: David Gabel Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

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Cattaraugus United Methodist 53 Washington St. | 257-3583 or 257-9398 Pastor: Becky Ward Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Gowanda Free Methodist Church Roberts Memorial Free Methodist Church 149 West Main St. | gowandafmc.org 111 South St. | 257-3326 Pastor: Jon Horton www.robertsfmc.org Assistant Pastors: Tim McKeever, Chris Landon Pastor: Rev. Mike Jones Worship Times: Saturday, 6 p.m. and Sunday, 9 and Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Victory Tabernacle First Presbyterian Church of Gowanda 254 South Main St. | 257-9638 64 E. Main St. | 532-4292 Pastor: Michael Winder Pastor: Rev. Donna Lewis Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Gowanda United Methodist Church 30 North Chapel St. | 532-4092 Pastor: Chris Klimecko Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church 36 Washington St. | 257-9351 | stmaryscatt.org Pastor: Rev. Joseph Porpiglia Sunday Mass: 11:15 a.m.

Immanuel Lutheran Church 40 South Chapel St. | 532-4342 Pastor: Travis S. Grubbs Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m.

St. John’s United Church of Christ 26 Ellicott St. | 257-9287 or 257-5315 or 257-3606 Pastor: Rev. Harland J. West Sunday Worship: 9 a.m.

St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church 26 Erie St. | 532-5100 | sjcgowanda.org Pastor: Rev. Joseph Porpiglia Worship: Saturday, 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, 8 & 9:30 a.m.

East Leon Wesleyan Church Corner 42nd Street & Leon/Mosher Hollow 257-9082 or 257-6081 | hischild2660@gmail.com Pastor: Rev. Karen Cleveland Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church 76 Center St. Pastor: The Rev. David Noves Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

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New Hope Baptist Church Trinity United Church of Christ 13861 Route 62 near Richardson Road 30 Erie Ave. | 532-3004 | trinityuccgow@yahoo.com Pastors: Jack and Micah Seiler Pastor: Rev. Suzanne Hodges Worship: 10 a.m. Sundays; 7 p.m. Wednesdays Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Special Notes: Free community meal, second Saturday of the month from 4 to 6 p.m., January through November

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The Gowanda Press provides church listings to religious establishments in the Gowanda area free of charge. To submit a listing, email gowandapress@gmail.com or call 241-7267. Please include church name, address, phone number, website, pastor’s name and worship times.

EAST OTTO

United Methodist Church 7896 East Flats Road | 257-9452 Pastor: Wesley Tessey Sunday Worship: 9:45 a.m. Free Methodist Church East Otto Road at Brooklyn Corners | 257-3253 Pastor: Raymond Start Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

IRVING

Pleasant Valley Baptist Church 12557 Route 438 Pastor: Rev. John Proios Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

LITTLE VALLEY

Wesleyan Church 704 Erie St. | 938-6190 Pastor: Rev. Buck Hall Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

First Congregational Church 301 Rock City St. Pastor: Rev. Sue Fish Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. United Methodist Church 109 Court St. | 938-6150 Pastor: Nathan Lange Sunday Worship: Traditional, 9 a.m.; Contemporary, 11 a.m. Grace Bible Baptist Church & Grace Christian Academy 201 Rock City St. Pastor: Rev. Rich Godinez Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Valley View Baptist Church Routes 242 & 353 at the Y Pastor: Rev. Ken Doyle Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:50 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.

MANSFIELD

Solomon’s Porch Ministries 7705 Toad Hollow Road | 257-9138 Pastor: Gail McCory Worship: Saturdays, 7 p.m. & Sundays, 10 a.m.

OTTO Immanuel Lutheran Church 9027 East Otto Road | 688-5194 Pastor: Rev. Howard Warner Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

PERRYSBURG

United Methodist Church Main Street near Peck Hill Road Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.

VERSAILLES

Versailles United Methodist Church Main Street Pastor: Dave Rood Sunday Worship: Sunday, 10:30 a.m.

WESLEY

Wesley United Methodist Route 353 near Markham Road | 257-3583 Pastor: Becky Ward Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m.

This page is dedicated to the building of a more spiritual and greater church-going community. Area businesses who desire to see more people attend the church of their choice can show support by sponsoring this page. For additional information, call 945-1644 x. 305.

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NOTICE OF FILING OF ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF MSP PROPERTIES, LLC Articles of Organization of MSP PROPERTIES, LLC were filed with the New York State Office of Secretary of State on November 15, 2016. Office Location: Cattaraugus County. The principal business location is located at 6103 Route 16 South, Franklinville, New York 14737. The New York Secretary of State is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The New York Secretary of State shall mail process to the LLC at the address of its principal office. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity.

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Dec. 23-29, 2016 Legal Notices AdOPTION NOTICES LOCAL LAw NO. 10-2016 On December 14, 2016, the Cattaraugus County Legislature adopted Local Law Number 10-2016, entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Local Law Amending Local Law Number 8-2011 (Intro Number 14-2011) Regarding Fees for Cattaraugus County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Servicesâ&#x20AC;?. It is the intent of this Local Law to amend Local Law No. 82011 (Intro Number 14-2011) regarding the fee schedule for certain services provided by the Cattaraugus County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office. This Local Law shall take effect immediately. LOCAL LAw NO. 11-2016 On December 14, 2016, the Cattaraugus County Legislature adopted Local Law Number 11-2016, entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Local Law Establishing Fees for Department of Nursing Homes Resident Private Pay Rates and Repealing Act 5572015â&#x20AC;?. It is the intent of this Local Law to increase the resident private pay rate for the County Department of Nursing Homes. This Local Law shall take effect immediately. LOCAL LAw NO. 12-2016 On December 14, 2016, the Cattaraugus County Legislature adopted Local Law Number 12-2016, entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Local Law Establishing Salaries for Certain County Officersâ&#x20AC;?. It is the intent of this Local Law to establish salaries for the year 2017 for County Officers, elected or appointed, who serve fixed terms. This Local Law is subject to permissive referendum in accordance with Section 24 of the Municipal Home Rule Law. John R. Searles, County Administrator AdvERTISEMENT FOR BIdS Sealed bids for the purchase of certain materials, equipment, and/or services, for the Cattaraugus County Department of

Legal Notices Public Works, according to specifications, will be received by the undersigned, at the Department of Public Works Facility, 8810 Route 242, Little Valley, New York, until Thursday, january 12, 2017 at 1:45 P.M. after which they will be publicly opened at 2:00 P.M. (at the same location), by the undersigned, under the direction of the Public Works Committee of the Cattaraugus County Legislature. Each bid, at the time it is received, will be stamped showing date and time of receipt. ALL BIDS MUST BE SEALED AND CLEARLY MARKED: Any bid not clearly marked will not be considered. dPw BId #1 Crushed Stone dPw BId #2 Processed Gravel dPw BId #3 Rock Rip Rap dPw BId #4 Concrete Catch Basins dPw BId #5 Portland Cement Concrete dPw BId #6 Flexible Concrete Mats dPw BId #7 - Bridge Structural Steel dPw BId #8 Geotextile Fabric Bidding sheets and instructions may be obtained at the Cattaraugus County Department of Public Works, 8810 Route 242, Little Valley, New York, 14755. Phone Dawn Smith at 9389121 Ext. 2465. All bids must be sent or delivered to Cattaraugus County Department of Public Works, 8810 Route 242, Little Valley, NY 14755, Attention Dawn Smith. All bids must be accompanied by a NON-COLLUSIVE BIDDING CERTIFICATE. Any bid submitted without such certification will not be accepted. Any bid not meeting ALL specifications will not be considered. All bids received are subject to all federal and state controls concerning any such equipment, materials and/or services. The County Legislature reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informalities, and to accept the lowest responsible bid.

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LIMITEd LIABILITY COMPANY Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company ( LLC) Name: S&A Apartments, LLC Articles of Organization filed by the Department of State of New York on: 08/03/2016 Office location: County of Cattaraugus Purpose: any and all lawful activities Secretary of State of New York (SSNY ) is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 1234 Delaware Avenue Buffalo, NY 14209 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF SKI wING HUNT CLUB, LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/21/16. Office location: Cattaraugus County. Princ. office of LLC: 4011 Wing Hollow Rd., Allegany, NY 14706. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the addr. of its princ. office. Purpose: Any lawful activity. NOTICE OF FORMATION of GORNC OPERATING LLC. Arts of Org. filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 9/6/16 Office location: Cattaraugus County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 25 Robert Pitt Dr., Ste 204, Monsey, NY 10952. The name and address of the Registered Agent is Vcorp Agent Services, Inc., 25 Robert Pitt Dr., Ste 204, Monsey, NY 10952. Purpose: any lawful activity.

Legal Notices NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LIMITEd LIABILITY COMPANY SHUHARI KARATE dOjO, LLC filed Articles of Organization in NY on November 8, 2016. Principal office location is in Cattaraugus County, NY. Registered agent for service of process is NY State Secretary of State. Service of Process will be forwarded to 5344 Kyler Hill Road, Little Valley, NY 14755. The duration of the company is perpetual. The LLC is formed to carry on any lawful business in NY. NOTICE OF SUBSTANCE OF ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION On 11/14/2016, TwIN TIERS BASEBALL, LLC filed with the NYS Department of State its Articles of Organization. The office to be located in Cattaraugus County. The NY Secretary of State is designated as agent for service of process. The mailing address for the LLC is 1 Leisure Lane, Olean, NY 14760. The purpose of the business is to engage in any lawful activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law.

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OUT & ABOUT n Dec. 23, 10 to 11 a.m., Preschool Storytime, Concord Public Library in Springville. Free program for ages 3-5. For more information or to register, call 592-7742. n Dec. 25, noon to 2 p.m., Christmas dinner at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Gowanda. n Dec. 26, 10 a.m. to noon, Mommy and Me playtime, First United Methodist Church in Springville. Allows moms to gather while children are supervised. n Dec. 27, 10 a.m., Lapsit Storytime, Concord Public Library in Springville. Free program for ages six months to two years. For more information or to register, call 592-7742. n Dec. 30, 10 to 11 a.m., Preschool Storytime, Concord Public Library in Springville. Free program for ages 3-5. For more information or to register, call 592-7742. n Dec. 31, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., New Year’s Eve Celebration and Torchlight Parade, Holiday Valley. Party begins

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at 9 p.m. with family-friendly event at Holiday Valley Lodge main floor and adult party in T-Bar on top floor. Torchlight parade, 11:15 p.m. on Cindy’s Run; fireworks begin at 11:45 p.m. with grand finale at midnight. Call 699-2345. n Jan. 4, 7 p.m., Paint Night at the Tamarack Club at Holiday Valley. Paint a masterpiece and enjoy a beverage at the same time. Visit holidayvalley.com. n Jan. 6, 10 to 11 a.m., Preschool Storytime, Concord Public Library in Springville. Free program for ages 3-5. For more information or to register, call 592-7742. n Jan. 7, 7 p.m., Peter Cetera, Seneca Allegany Event Center, $25. n Jan. 13, 10 to 11 a.m., Preschool Storytime, Concord Public Library in Springville. Free program for ages 3-5. For more information or to register, call 592-7742. n Jan. 14, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., HarleyDay Valley at Holiday Valley Resort in Ellicottville. Sponsored by Gowanda

Harley-Davidson. Live music, food and drinks, and the Jumpstart will be available. Visit gowandaharley.com. n Jan. 14, 4 to 6 p.m., Free Community Meal, Trinity United Church of Christ, 30 Erie Ave. in Gowanda. All are welcome. n Jan. 15, 2 to 5 p.m., United Heritage Fiddlers meet at North Collins Center Senior. All acoustic instruments are welcome to participate. Weather permitting. Refreshments provided. Open to the public. No charge. n Jan. 18, 7 p.m., Paint Night at the Tamarack Club at Holiday Valley. Paint a masterpiece and enjoy a beverage at the same time. Visit holidayvalley.com. n Jan. 19, Discover NY Ski Day, Holiday Valley. Purchase 8-hour lift ticket through Ski areas of New York for $24. Visit iskiny.com. n Jan. 20, 10 to 11 a.m., Preschool Storytime, Concord Public Library in Springville. Free program for ages 3-5. For more information or to register, call 592-7742. n Jan. 20-22, Winter Blues Weekend in downtown Ellicottville. Blues music scattered throughout village during the weekend. Visit ellicottvilleny.com for complete schedule. n Jan. 21 & 22, Olean Area Outdoor and Rec Sports Show, Good Times of Olean. Latest hunting and fishing gear and more. Hours, Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 372-4433. n Jan. 26-27, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Your Turn Women’s Ski Clinic, Holiday Valley. Led by Lisa Densmore Ballard. Cost $290 includes coaching, demo equipment, some meals. Call (800) 323-0020. n Jan. 27, 10 to 11 a.m., Preschool Storytime, Concord Public Library in Springville. Free program for ages 3-5. For more information or to register, call 592-7742. n Jan. 28 & 29, USASA Boardercross Weekend, Holiday Valley. A weekend of 4 USASA Boardercross events with competition to be held on Moonshadow course. Visit holidayvalley. com. n Jan. 28, 7 p.m., Kris Kristofferson, Seneca Allegany Event Center, $25.

n Jan. 29, noon to 6 p.m., Aspire Ski the Valley, Holiday Valley. Benefits children and adults with disabilities in Western New York. Music, basket raffles and more. Visit aspirewny.org. n Feb. 3, 10 to 11 a.m., Preschool Storytime, Concord Public Library in Springville. Free program for ages 3-5. For more information or to register, call 592-7742. n Feb. 3 & 4, AMSOIL Championship Snocross racing at the Seneca Allegany Resort and Casino. The national snowmobile racing tour returns for its fifth stop on its schedule. More information as the event nears. n Feb. 11, 7 p.m. Blood, Sweat and Tears featuring Bo Bice, Seneca Allegany Events Center, $15. n Feb. 18 & 19, Sportsman’s Show at Seneca Allegany Events Center. Presented by York-Penn Shows. Hours, Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $8. Visit yorkpennshows.com. n Feb. 19, 2 to 5 p.m., United Heritage Fiddlers meet at North Collins Center Senior. All acoustic instruments are welcome to participate. Weather permitting. Refreshments provided. Open to the public. No charge. n Feb. 24, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Telestock at Holiday Valley. A day of peace, love and telemark skiing. Call 699-2054. n Feb. 25, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Penguin Paddle at Holiday Valley. Annual fundraiser for Holiday Valley’s Lounsbury Adaptive Program. People slide on bellies “penguin style” on garbage bags to bottom of Yodeler. Visit holidayvalley.com. n March 4, 7 p.m., Dick Fox’s Golden Boys, Seneca Allegany Events Center. Featuring Fabian, Frankie Avalon and Bobby Rydell. $35. n March 11 & 12, Winter Carnival at Holiday Valley and downtown Ellicottville. Various events including Mardi Gras parade in village, costume parade down Mardi Gras slope, dummy downhill and more. Visit holidayvalley. com.

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Members of the 2016 Cattaraugus County Student Government Intern program stand with instructor John Padlo (center), a Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES instructor of the program and a county legislator. The program marks its 41st year this year. The interns prepare resolutions and debate some of the same issues the County Legislature discussed this year.

The worship band at the Gowanda Free Methodist Church warms up prior to the churchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first services held in the new sanctuary on Sunday, Dec. 18. The church moved its sanctuary from a section of the church that had housed its worship services since the church was built around 1860.

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