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A final goodbye 2% tax drop planned in village budget

Sewer rate hike OK’d by village board

By Rich Place

By Rich Place

Managing Editor

GOWANDA — Village residents could see a 2.04 decrease in property taxes during the upcoming fiscal year if the proposed budget presented on Tuesday is approved next month by the village board.

A public hearing on the proposed 201718 village budget will be held at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4 with mayor-elect David Smith expected to help facilitate the discussion in his first business as mayor.

“These continued tax decrease are a result of the past five years we have spent as a board to reorganize every department,” said Mayor Heather McKeever.

“All village departments have worked corroboratively to consolidate resources and effectively work together to pass on efficient practices and cost savings to our residents.”

During her budget presentation on McKeever highlighted the personnel changes in the village’s police and public works departments.

GOWANDA — The village board on Tuesday gave the green light to raise sewer rates for Gowanda residents effective June 1 following a recommendation by the village’s sewer committee.

The rate, which will start with billing in July, will be $20 for a minimum of 4,000 gallons and $3.50 per thousand used thereafter. Currently, the rate is $12 for a minimum of 6,656 gallons and $1.80 per thousand used thereafter.

The hike equates to $2.67 per month for the minimum charge.

The decision to raise the rates comes on the heels of an announcement by the Department of Corrections (DOC) to contribute $2.33 million toward a $3.26 million capital improvement project to the village’s wastewater treatment plant.

With the village contributing the remaining $931,000, the increased rates will help to make those payments, according to village officials.

“As much as it is a problem we are

Managing Editor

See Budget, Page 23

Press photo by Rich Place

Outgoing Gowanda mayor Heather McKeever (right) gets a hug from village Trustee Carol Sheibley during McKeever’s final village board meeting on Tuesday. McKeever served as Gowanda mayor since 2012 but did not seek reelection. Story, page 5.

See Sewer, Page 23

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Artemis Pyle to visit Hollywood Happening

By Rich Place

Managing Editor

GOWANDA — With less than three months until the sights and sounds of motorcycles envelop the streets of Gowanda, the organizers of this year’s Hollywood Happening have published the schedule for the annual event.

The general flow of the festival will be similar to past years and carry on the tradition of celebrating motorcycles in a joint collaboration between the Historic Hollywood Theater and Gowanda Harley-Davidson.

The Hollywood Happening takes place Friday, June 2, through Sunday, June 4, with opening ceremonies taking place at 7:30 p.m. Friday following a bike parade that leaves

Photo courtesy GowandaHollywoodHappening.com

Motorcycles line West Main Street in Gowanda during last year’s Hollywood Happening. This year’s event is scheduled for June 2 to 4.

Gowanda Harley-Davidson a half-hour prior.

Among the attractions during the weekend, Artemis Pyle will

return for a concert on the main stage on Saturday, June 3. Pyle, a member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, last played at the Hollywood

Happening in 2011.

“That was a really good show last time,” said Dr. Dana Anderson, chairman of the organizing committee for the festival.

Also on this year’s schedule again is Wheel Revolution, a V-twin motorcycle student show that will conduct three shows each on Saturday and Sunday on Center Street. Dr. Anderson said the group uses Harley Davidson motorcycles for their stunts.

In Jest, which is deemed “gravity-defying entertainment with oddball Nels Ross,” will also be holding three shows each on Saturday and Sunday at the theater in the Western New York natives returning to the festival.

Favorite events like the tattoo contest will also be

returning. That event is scheduled for 3 p.m. on Saturday.

Registration will take place from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Also on Saturday, the Hollywood Theater/J.C. Seneca Foundation Charity Run will begin at noon following a three-hour registration period at Native Pride in Irving. Participants are expected back to Gowanda around 3 p.m.

Other bands on the main stage announced for the event include Turbulence from 8 p.m. to midnight Friday; Mid Life Crisis from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday; Boogie Monsters from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday; Darkwater Duo from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday; and Wasted Whiskey from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday.

See Hollywood, Page 24

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Press photo by Bill Peglowski

Press photo by Bill Peglowski

St. Joseph School Class of 1970 members (from left) Jim Leisner, Mike Sladich, Mark Benton and Kathleen Murphy Castillo were present for the History of St. Joseph School book unveiling March 25. All four had a parent who also graduated from the Gowanda school.

The large memorabilia display of St. Joseph School artifacts and photos were viewed by many of the former teachers, students and friends at the “God Bless SJS” book unveiling held at the Gowanda American Legion on March 25.

St. Joseph School book unveiling draws overflow crowd GOWANDA — The recently published book “God Bless SJS,” the history of St. Joseph School, was unveiled at the Gowanda American Legion on Saturday, March 25, before an overflow crowd of school alumni and friends.

Besides the book being available for purchase for the first time, attendees were treated to complimentary pizza, homemade desserts and had a chance to view numerous memorabilia items.

The pizza was provided by Capozzi's Pizzeria whose owner, Bev Loehr Gernatt, is a 1972 graduate of St. Joseph School.

Mike Gernatt, SJS Class of 1964, donated three pans of his famous fudge while Bev Gabel baked an assortment of desserts.

Several former students brought items from their school days at St. Joes that added to the numerous tables lined with memorabilia. Medals given to a student in 1933, a 1960 Kindergarten report card and the 1966-67 Diocese of Buffalo championship trophy when the “Travelling Cagers” posted an undefeated season were just a few of the items on display. Town historian Phil Palen, SJS Class of 1968, also had five full binders of school and church photos. Many SJS alumni were able to assist Palen by identifying several missing names in the photos.

Babs Reid, at age 95, was the oldest parishioner in attendance. She was accompanied by her daughters Becky Mowry, SJS Class of 1963, and Monica Hall, SJS Class of 1966. Audrey Benton age 92 from Bradford, Pa., was the oldest SJS graduate, Class of 1938, that was present. She was accompanied by five of her children, four whom attended St. Joseph School.

“This is quite an event,” said Rick Noecker, SJS Class of 1967. Noecker was a member of the school's 1966-67 undefeated basketball team and later coached St. Joes on the hardwood.

“I am so happy to be here,” said Sister Lucina Stang, one of three Holy Sisters that made the trip to Gowanda from Stella Niagara in Lewiston. Sister Lucina was a 1945 graduate of SJS. She brought a poster board with photos of the ten surviving Holy Sisters that reside at Stella Niagara and the years they taught at the parochial school located at 71 E. Main St. Sister Lucina was also surrounded by a large family of nieces and nephews who all enjoyed the event. That group also included her brother, Werner, and sister-in-law Olive Gernatt Stang, both 1948 graduates from St Joseph School.

Dennis Murphy, SJS Class of 1968,

brought his family from Southern California. He thanked the book's author, Mark Benton, for “continuing to carry the torch.” Murphy's sister, Kathleen, and first cousin, Jim Leisner, both members of the Class of 1970, traveled to the unveiling from Buffalo and Rochester, respectively, the same route that sisters Carol Dittenhofer DeNysschen and Helene Dittenhofer Hoople from the SJS Class of 1977 took to attend the unveiling.

Three former school principals and nine teachers were also present to share their experiences at the school that was shuttered

on June 21, 2014. The current St. Joseph Church Pastor Reverend Joseph Porpiglia was also in attendance during the fourhour event in which over 150 books were purchased by alumni and friends.

The Gernatt's were another family that had many relatives in attendance.

There is a tribute in memory of Dan Gernatt, Sr. that appears in the book for his unwavering support of SJS. The book “God Bless SJS,” the history of St. Joseph School, can still be purchased by calling Tri-County Events, Inc. at 532-4053.

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Local 4-H Club members advance to states

By Deb Everts Press Reporter

GOWANDA — A group of 4-H members from Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties are advancing to the New York State 4-H Horse Quiz Bowl scheduled to take place Saturday, April 8 at Cornell University.

The girls, who are passionate about horses and have a vast knowledge about the animals, participated in the Region 1 Horse Quiz Bowl competition March 18 at Ellicottville Central School. Approximately 55 boys and girls from Cattaraugus, Allegany, Chautauqua and Wyoming counties competed against each other.

Team members who took first place were: Caryle Winship (South Dayton), Delanie Tunstall (Forestville), Megan Stang (Perrysburg), Hayley Stang Submitted photo (Gowanda), Rylyn Tunstall (Forestville), The Gowanda area team won first place in the Region 1 competition in the 4-H Horse Quiz Bowl held at Ellicottville Central School. Holding their blue Alexis Tunstall (Forestville), Kendyl ribbons for first place are (from left): Caryle Winship (South Dayton), Delanie Tunstall (Forestville), Megan Stang (Perrysburg), Hayley Stang (Gowanda), Rogers (Olean), and missing from photo, Rylyn Tunstall (Forestville), Alexis Tunstall (Forestville) and Kendyl Rogers (Olean). Absent: Eliza Schrantz (Ellington).

Eliza Schrantz (Ellington).

The contest is broken up into divisions with novice (ages 13 and under) being the first year a child participates. Junior is for ages 8 to 13, and senior, ages 14 to 18.

The difficulty of the questions depends on the age group or division.

According to Nicole Stang of GowanMarch 18 —Ellicottville Central da, the Horse Bowl is a competition that earns individual and team points. The Team Members Who Took First Place contestants must know all aspects of Caryle Winship (South Dayton) horse-related information including the Delanie Tunstall (Forestville) history of the horse, horse care, manageMegan Stang (Perrysburg) ment, showing, health and anatomy, as Hayley Stang (Gowanda) well as breeds and characteristics of all Rylyn Tunstall (Forestville), types of breeds and disciplines.

Alexis Tunstall (Forestville) Kendyl Rogers (Olean) Hayley Stang received first place in Eliza Schrantz (Ellington). the Junior Division for the whole region.

Delanie Tunstall placed first in the regional competition for the Senior DiviRegion 1 SouthTeam Placings — Seniors sion. This is Hayley’s third year compet1. Cattaraugus County ing in the Horse Bowl. A 4-H member 2. Allegany County 3. Chautauqua County since age five, she is 13 years old, and the 4. Wyoming County. daughter of Nicole and Dan Stang.

Stang said the majority of the girls on their team are members of the Perrysburg Region 1 SouthTeam Placings — Juniors Barn Buddies 4-H club and the other girls 1. Cattaraugus County 2. Wyoming County are independent 4-H members. She said 3. Allegany County all the girls have their own horses, but

Local Region 1 Horse Quiz Bowl

4. Chautauqua County

See 4-H, Page 25

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Mayor leads last board meeting; clerk thanked for service

By Rich Place

Managing Editor

GOWANDA — Adjournment of the special village board meeting Tuesday was bittersweet for Mayor Heather McKeever, who oversaw her last board meeting as the village’s leader.

The meeting, called to present the proposed 2017-18 village budget, was McKeever’s last as mayor after five years in the position. She did not seek reelection and will be succeeded by David Smith, who will be sworn in during the reorganizational meeting on Tuesday.

Amid village business that included a presentation on the upcoming budget and a public hearing on increased sewer rates, McKeever and outgoing village clerk Kathy Mohawk received keys to the city for their service to the village.

Mohawk is retiring as village clerk after serving in that capacity for 20 years.

“You have both benefitted the residents of our village and impacted many lives in significant and different ways throughout your tenure in office,” said Paul Zimmerman, deputy mayor. “Your daily contributions to the village of Gowanda resident provide an opportunity for all those who live among us.”

Village trustee Carol Sheibley read a poem she wrote for McKeever and Mohawk, and Bob and Linda Dingman presented a bouquet of flowers to McKeever.

“I’ve been so fortunate to work

with such an amazing, hard working board,” McKeever said. “Our staff is more dedicated than anyone can imagine. It’s like a family and I will truly miss that.”

“I’ll miss the people,” said Mohawk, adding with a smile, “I enjoyed it, most of the time.”

McKeever ends eight years of public service in an official capacity, although she admitted she will still remain active in the community. She has agreed to cochair Community Connections and said she will remain active in GO-wanda on the Move.

In a budget message that carried a “State of the Village” vibe, McKeever said she helped lead the village out of a financial crisis following the 100-year flood in 2009.

“Over the past five years the village board has brought the village’s water and general fund back into the black, with a 2.5 percent decrease to the tax levy in 2016,” she said. She called the GO-wanda on the Move initiative one of the highlights of her tenure as mayor.

McKeever said she plans to dedicate more time to her family and church and thanked various members of the village for their service.

“I am looking forward to working with Mayor Smith as I know he will continue to cultivate the progress we have made as a community,” she said.

“I am so grateful to have been provided the opportunity to serve the Gowanda community.”

The village board approved advertising for the village clerk position.

Press photo by Rich Place

Gowanda Deputy Mayor Paul Zimmerman (left) reads a proclamation before handing keys to the city to Mayor Heather McKeever (second from right) and Clerk Kathy Mohawk (right) during the village board meeting Tuesday. Looking on are trustees (from left) Carol Sheibley, Aaron Markham and Wanda Koch.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR FROM THE MAYOR’S DESK

SJS book signing event gave alumni chance to reconnect To the editor: As a former Gowanda resident and St. Joseph’s student I just want to pass along a few thoughts about my recent visit.

Author Mark Benton and his wife, Karen, hosted a book signing that introduced “God Bless SJS,” which chronicled the history of the parish elementary school. I relived the great memories of those “glory days” during the ‘60s with many relatives and friends.

St. Joe’s provided us with the structure and discipline which helped us stay the course during the tough times we would later face. Father George Freeman and coach Art Palumbo will always be remembered for being tremendous role models for all of us.

Many of those in attendance have maintained a solid and enduring friendship with classmates through the past 60 years, and it was great to share the memories and laughter on this special occasion.

Many thanks to Mark and Karen for providing us with such a wonderful event.

Dennis Regan Pittsford

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our new Mayor David Smith, our current board and village staff will continue to make progress and carry on to provide the leadership our village needs and deserves to keep us on the right track.

One of the highlights of my tenure includes the GO-wanda on the Move I started as a trustee in 2009 and five initiative. This initiative was built on to months into my term the village expeother projects, some of which are concurrienced a 100-year flood. This disaster rent with the BOA Step 1 Study and listed devastated our village financially and below. In our pre-nomination study, we created many structural challenges to our included a Citizen Parinfrastructure and water ticipation Plan to ensure reservoir. that the local community I felt it was important is given a voice in the to continue to serve and redevelopment planning help solve these issues. for each study area. This I became mayor in 2012 was accomplished in 2016 and we were still in primarily through public financial crisis due to the and stakeholder meetings, 2009 flood and both our small-scale events and water account and general media advertising. In adfund were in the red. Over dition, a Steering Committhe past five years the tee comprised of members village board has brought of local business owners, the village’s water and Heather McKeever citizens, and community general fund back into the groups has been formed to black, with a 2.5 percent Gowanda Mayor assist in communicating decrease to the tax levy in events and milestones to 2016.

In addition to being on a team of hard- the community.

I am hopeful the village will continue working village staff and trustees — Carol Sheibley, Paul Zimmermann, Wanda Koch these efforts as we have started the process and Aaron Markham — it has been a plea- of applying for BOA phase 2. This initiative is so important because it will give us sure to work with so many engaged community members and organizations to help vision and tangible goals as our community grows. overcome the challenges of years past.

Key Accomplishments since 2012 I feel confident in my accomplishments include: as mayor and as I end my tenure I know (Editor’s Note: The following is Mayor Heather McKeever’s budget message delivered during the village board meeting on Tuesday. It was requested it be printed in this week’s edition.)

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n continued flood mitigation, Thatcher Brook Task Force effort and the Army Corps of Engineers flood study; n development of the WNY Regional Rail Corridor Project; n strengthened relationships with surrounding communities including the Seneca Nation, town of Collins and town of Persia; n street paving was a priority along with developing a Complete Streets program. Safe Routes to School projects including sidewalks, safe and improved crosswalks; n downtown revitalization: China King demolition, South Water Street parking lot, former print shop demolition and replaced with Zoar Valley Clinic set to open this spring; n worked with small businesses and the Gowanda Area Chamber of Commerce to create Christmas in Gowanda; n development of new website; n built strong collaborative relationships with local law enforcement agencies including a partnership with the Southern Tier Regional Drug Task Force and helped to implement Community Connections Organization; n Gateway Park continued development and clearing and re-use of the old glue factory reservoir on Palmer Street; n Tree City USA designation; and n commitment to support the renovation of Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater.

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Burt C. Hawkins

HERNDON, Va. — Burt Charles Hawkins, 79, died Monday (March 27, 2017) from surgical complications due to an injury to his leg and hip.

Burt was born Sept. 15, 1937, in Buffalo, N.Y., the son of Ralph Charles and Irma Ada Rowley Hawkins.

He grew up in Gowanda, N.Y., and graduated from Gowanda Central School, Class of 1955. He attended the University of Rochester and graduated with a bachelor of the arts degree.

After three years of graduate studies at Duke University, he joined the Army. He volunteered for the Infantry. He was sent to Germany in 1962 and was a court marshal clerk. During his service he helped GIs obtain their GEDs. He met his wife Maria in Giessen, Germany. They were married for 53 years.

Burt Hawkins had a fulfilling government career and retired in 1996 from APHIS/ USDA. He worked in the administration of the screwworm eradication program.

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He was a founding member of Holy Trinity Orthodox Parish, OCA, now located in Ashburn. During his career he traveled many times to Mexico. In his retirement he volunteered as much as he could as an ESL teacher to adult immigrants. He helped them find their first employment, obtain driver’s licenses and citizenship.

In addition to his wife, Burt is survived by a daughter, Victoria (Markus) Brombacher; two sons, George (Erica) Hawkins and Thomas (Julie) Hawkins; and grandchildren Kira, Lukas, Anja, Anna, Eli, Evelyn, Owen, Brenna and Madeline. He is also survived by his twin brother Brett (Linda) Hawkins Sr. and his nephew, Brett Hawkins Jr. A visitation was held Thursday, March 30, at Adams Green Funeral Home in Herndon. Funeral services will be held Friday (March 31, 2017) at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in Ashburn.

Final resting place will be Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

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LV resident promoted Up a creek with a paddle at Community Bank OLEAN — Community Bank, N.A. recently announced that Jackie Winship, of Little Valley, has been promoted to direct loan manager. She brings to the position 17 years of experience in the banking industry.

In her new role, Winship will be responsible for overseeing the installment of lending platforms and managing the direct loan department. Additionally, she will prepare and maintain direct lending policies and procedures, as well as manage the retail credit insurance program for all consumer loan products.

“Jackie has shown incredible dedication to Community Bank, N.A., and we are thrilled to recognize her for all her hard work,” said Dick Heidrick, director of consumer loans at Community Bank.

“Jackie is tremendously Jackie Winship talented and devoted to the success of her clients.”

Winship joined the team in 2000 in the proof department as she completed her associate degree in accounting and business management from Olean Business Institute.

Upon graduation, Winship joined the bank full time in the escrow department in loan operations. Since then, she has served as team leader, unit supervisor and, most recently, consumer loan assistant manager.

Winship resides in Little Valley with her husband, Chad.

Press photo by Rick Miller

Kayakers from the Zoar Valley Paddling Club navigate on Saturday the whitewaters of Cattaraugus Creek.

East Otto area news and notes

By Mrs. Carlton L. Smith Press Correspondent

CATTARAUGUS — The Let’s Travel Club met March 20 at the senior center on South Street.

New officers were elected at that time. Anna Mallaber, president; Brenda Bailey, vice-president; Dorothy Harvey, secretary; and Pat Gunsolus, treasurer.

Three directors were also named: Anita Wienk, Diane Drain and Brenda Bailey.

The next meeting will be April 3.

Those attending should bring a dish to pass and their own dishes for the 5:30 p.m. potluck dinner.

In addition to the business meeting, there will be guest speaker Michele Fisher, who will be talking about her trip to India.

E. Otto Preservation Supporters met EAST OTTO — The East Otto Preservation Supporters group met March 8 in the senior room in the East Otto town hall.

Preliminary plans were discussed for this year’s community.

The next meeting will be at 7 p.m.

April 5 in the senior room. Interested residents welcome to attend.

Inter-church Women met EAST OTTO — The Inter-church Women’s group met March 21 in the annex of the Brooklyn Free Methodist Church.

Marge Manning presided over the Seder at that meeting.

The next meeting will be at 10 a.m.

April 11 in the church community

room. Merri Kirkland will be in charge of the meeting, and all women are welcome.

Cattaraugus Civic League to gather CATTARAUGUS — The Cattaraugus Civic League will meet at 7 p.m. April 19 at Victory Tabernacle.

Denise Reechard give a presentation in the first-person as Amelia Earhart. She is a noted presenter portraying different historical figures.

Cattaraugus historical meeting held CATTARAUGUS — The Cattaraugus Area Historical Society met March 21 at St. John’s United Church of Christ on Ellicott Street.

An essay contest is being planned for fourth graders with local history in

Cattaraugus County, family history, old schools in the district or the history of the house a student lives in as the topics to choose from.

Walter Gunther gave a presentation at St. Mary’s on Cattaraugus and New Albion at the Civic League March 8.

It was noted that the window displays at the museum is changed regularly and it was awarded a prize for the window display at Christmas.

The county historical crawl is being held June 17 and 18. Plans are being made for both the Cattaraugus and Otto museums to be open on June 18.

The next meeting of the society will be at 7 p.m. May 9 at St. John’s United Church of Christ.

Nonmembers are welcome to attend meetings.

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Mayor on NY loss of casino funds: ‘Nothing has changed’

By Rick Miller County Reporter

SALAMANCA — “Nothing has changed,” Salamanca Mayor Michael Smith said late last week.

Smith was referring to the Seneca Nation’s March 22 announcement that under the state gaming compact, which expired in December, they would no longer be required to pay a share to the state.

Smith said Seneca Nation President Todd Gates had advised him “not to panic” and hinted at a continued share from the Salamanca, Buffalo and Niagara Falls casinos for host communities.

“We watched President Gates’ press conference on (March 23),” Smith said.

“They asked us not to panic and we’re not panicking.”

State officials were caught unaware last week when The Salamanca Press and Olean Times Herald posted the announcement online. The governor’s press office referred questions to the New York State Gaming Commission, where a call

seeking comment was not returned.

The state stands to lose the $110 million a year it was receiving in payments from the Senecas. An earlier tiff over the state’s expansion of casino-style gambling in their exclusive area resulted in the Senecas withholding the payments until the issue was resolved. The city of Salamanca laid off nearly 50 people in September 2010 following the stoppage of payments.

However, the local host communities received their share at the end of the dispute, and the state agreed to let the Senecas keep more than $200 million as part of the resolution.

The Salamanca mayor, who is a Seneca, attended a State of the Seneca Nation address by Gates last week on the Cattaraugus Territory.

Smith was told the Nation did not believe that the last seven years of the compact required the payments to the state, a share from the net drop from slot machines.

The state then shared 25 percent of the revenue with the host communities.

The Senecas plan to make their last pay-

The language of the compact has not ment to the state on March 31. It covers the changed. We are following the language last quarter of 2016. of the compact as we always have.

Smith said there is “no indication “The signing of the of a date” on which the compact in 2002 started a Nation and host commuwave of economic progress nities could discuss conin Western New York,” he tinuing to share revenue. added. “With our gaming In the case of Salaoperations, the Seneca manca, the casino revNation is one of the largest enue means about $5.9 employers in Western New million this year out of a York. We enjoy strong $10 million budget. business partnerships with The Salamanca City many local companies and Central School District suppliers. We have made also receives a portion of more than $1 billion in the casino revenue, as does private investments in our Cattaraugus County.

Michael Smith community, which has Both the school been transformational for district and the county the local construction trades. receive a share equal the the amount “Clearly, the Seneca Nation plays an of property taxes exempted on parcels important and active role in our comowned by enrolled Senecas. munity and in the local economy. This Cattaraugus County budgeted more is our home. With the completion of our than $1.2 million in casino revenue revenue sharing responsibility under the this year. County officials had not been compact, we now look forward to workbriefed on the situation as of March 22. ing with our local leaders to continue In a statement March 23 outside the the economic progress of Western New Tribal Offices on the Cattaraugus Territory, York.”

Gates explained that the Seneca gaming Smith, the Salamanca mayor, said it compact remains in effect and that the Seneca Nation “has faithfully followed the appeared state officials were not expectterms of our compact since 2002. ing the Senecas to make the announce“We are now approaching the final share ment Gates did March 22. payment as clearly outlined in the language There was a comment period prior to of the compact,” Gates said. “With this the end of the initial 14-year period of payment, the Nation will have provided the compact last year. the State a revenue share contribution for During a four-month period, either the 14 years. These contributions total more Nation or state could call for arbitration. than $1.4 billion. Per the plain language The Senecas intend to make the final of the compact, revenue share contribupayment by March 31 for the last quarter tions exist for 14 years. This is not new. of 2016.

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Gowanda Women of the Moose to host towel raffle

GOWANDA — The Gowanda Women of the Moose will hold a towel raffle party April 2 at the Loyal Order of Moose lodge, 201 Aldrich St. Doors open at noon with the raffle beginning at 1 p.m. The raffle will last until about 3 p.m. Admission board is $4 with extra boards $1 each.

There are 100 towels to be won as well as other prizes, including a Chinese auction table, a 50/50 drawing, a 25 cent auction table and door prizes.

The kitchen will be open to provide refreshments.

For further information, call 574-6944.

Easter egg hunt to be held April 9

GOWANDA — The annual Easter egg hunt hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary Post 409 and Women of the Moose Chapter 651 will be held at 1 p.m.

Sunday, April 9, at the Gowanda American Legion, 100 Legion Drive.

The event, which is open to the public, includes a visit from the Easter bunny, coloring contest, prizes, cornhole and refreshments. Participants are asked to come dressed for the weather and are recommended to bring a camera.

A donation for the Gowanda Food Pantry is appreciated.

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Donor hopes gift will spur support for ambulance building fund

By Rich Place

Managing Editor

GOWANDA — Gowanda Ambulance officials are hoping an anonymous $5,000 donation to their organization’s building fund — along with a challenge for the community to match it — can help spark a slowerthan-anticipated fundraising effort.

The anonymous donor said they will donate an additional $5,000 to the campaign — for a total of $10,000 — if the community will match the initial $5,000 donation.

“I think it’s wonderful we had someone so generous to do that and even think about trying to stimulate the community to respond,” said Pat Volk, president of the Gowanda Ambulance Service Board of Directors.

The donation brings the total amount raised for the building to about $35,000, according to Volk.

The total cost of the building, which is expected to be built on Aldrich Street across from the Gowanda Fire Department, exceeds $400,000.

The organization late last year set up a GoFundMe account online to try and raising additional money, but only $450 has come in online after promotions via advertising, newspaper articles and word-of-mouth.

“I think it’s a very important asset to the community and no one is getting behind this to fund a new

building,” said the anonymous donor in a phone conversation with The Gowanda Press. “It concerns me.”

The donor is hoping to spur the community to rally around the ambulance service’s plea for funding by creating the challenge of raising $5,000. If the community can do it, they’ll match it.

“We need it more than ever because there is no hospital,” the donor said about the ambulance service.

Volk admitted she is perplexed why donation avenues like the GoFundMe account — which is accessible online and can be shared on social media — hasn’t receiving more donations.

“I thought we’d get some kind of donations — even $10, $15 or $25,” she said. “Not much seems to be coming of it.”

Volk said Gowanda Ambulance has sent out surveys to those who used their services recently and thought a donation would come from them after their positive review of their treatment.

“They are happy with the service and how wonderful the paramedics and EMTs are, so I thought maybe they’d send something in,” she said.

The lack of donations has slowed the organization’s plans for this year, but Volk said she is still hopeful Gowanda Ambulance can begin construction of the building this year. To

do so, they are aiming to raise at least $200,000 to start, she said.

In addition to donations, Gowanda Ambulance has been working to obtain grant funding to try and bring in more money.

“We give medical care that saves lives on the way to the hospital, which is important today because we cover such a large area,” said Volk.

The donor, who has ties to the medical industry in Gowanda for decades, said they remember when the community used to rally and donate to Tri-County Hospital for its fundraising campaigns.

“People had a good feeling about it,” the donor said about donating to Tri-County Hospital. “There seems to be no feeling whatsoever and yet when they need (the ambulance service) they want it right there.”

Gowanda Ambulance officials celebrated the future location of their new building last September, when land for the building — specifically a 2.02 acre plot — was donated by the late Dennis Hills, his wife, Pat, and Bill Gugino.

The move will eventually give Gowanda Ambulance a more upto-date location after being located in the heart of the village since its inception in 1961.

To donate to Gowanda Ambulance, visit gofundme.com/ambulance-building-fund.

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POLICE REPORTS ERIE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE n BUFFALO — James Pennacchio, 38, of Hamburg, was charged March 22 with uninspected motor vehicle, unregistered motor vehicle, unlicensed operation and aggravated unlicensed operation following a traffic stop on Franklin Street in Buffalo for uninspected motor vehicle and unregistered motor vehicle. Pennacchio was released to appear in court at a later date. n BOSTON — Nicole Feness, 34, of Boston, was arrested March 24 on an outstanding warrant for petit larceny.

Feness was turned over to the West Seneca Police Department. n BOSTON — George Abraham, 35, of Hamburg, was charged March 25 with driving while intoxicated, parked on pavement, parked facing the wrong direction and refusal to submit to a breath screen device March 25 after deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle in the roadway complaint on Boston State Road. Deputies located the vehicle and Abraham, the vehicle’s driver, exhibited signs of intoxication. Abraham was transported to Erie County Holding Center on bail or pending his arraignment. n BRANT — Jennifer Runfola, 45, of Amherst, was charged March 25 with aggravated driving while intoxicated and failure to keep right following a traffic stop on Route 20 for failure to keep right. Runfola revealed signs of intoxication and failed roadside field sobriety tests. A breath test resulted in a blood alcohol content reading of .24 percent. Runfola’s vehicle was towed and Runfola was released to a sober third party pending an appearance in court at a later date. n EVANS — Christian Brown, 23, of Warrensville Heights, Ohio, was charged March 25 with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled

substance, unlicensed operation, unlawful possession of marijuana and an equipment violation following a traffic stop for an equipment violation on Erie Road at Cain Road. Brown was found to be unlicensed and in possession of narcotics and marijuana. Brown was released to appear in court at a later date. n SPRINGVILLE — Angela Lipinski, 41, of Boston, was charged March 26 with driving while intoxicated, speed in zone and failure to maintain a lane of traffic following a traffic stop on South Cascade Drive for speed in zone and failure to maintain a lane of traffic.

Lipinski revealed signs of intoxication and failed roadside field sobriety tests.

A breath test resulted in a blood alcohol content reading of 0.15 percent. Lipinski was released to a sober third party pending a scheduled court appearance. n BOSTON — Jacob Walker, 36, of Concord, and Luis Lanzo, 23, of Buffalo, were charged March 27 with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and criminal use of drug paraphernalia after deputies stopped a vehicle on Route 219, at the Route 391 intersection, for allegedly moving from a lane unsafely. Walker, the vehicle’s driver, was also charged with criminal possession of drug paraphernalia and unsafe lane change. Both were transported to Erie County Holding Center on bail or pending their next court appearance. n BOSTON — Ronald Grottanelli, 68, of Springville, was charged March 27 with aggravated unlicensed operation and inadequate exhaust and arrested on an outstanding warrant from the town of Cheektowaga following a traffic stop for inadequate exhaust on Route 219, at the Rice Road intersection. Grottanelli was turned over to the Cheektowaga Police Department on the outstanding warrant.

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GOWANDA POLICE DEPARTMENT n March 14, 8:54 p.m., Joshua A. Satterfield, 30, of Collins, was arrested on a warrant out of Collins Town Court for failure to appear for a petit larceny charge regarding an incident at a Buffalo Street address. Gowanda Police arrested Satterfield after his release from Cattaraugus County Jail on an unrelated matter. He was arraigned in Collins Town Court and remanded to Erie County Holding Center in lieu of $250 bail. n March 15, no time given, Daniel Dunmore, 26, of Gowanda, was charged with third-degree assault and seconddegree menacing after a female acquaintance of Dunmore contacted Gowanda Police March 3 about an incident that occurred the previous night. The female had been involved in a verbal altercation with Dunmore that escalated into a physical altercation with Dunmore allegedly punching the female, knocking her to the floor and continued to punch and knee her in various parts of her body. The incident also allegedly included Dunmore presenting two knives and making threats. Dunmore’s actions caused multiple contusions to various body parts and a broken rib, according to police. Dunmore was arraigned in Persia Town Court and remanded to Cattaraugus County Jail in lieu of $1,500 bail. n March 18, 12 a.m., a 17-year-old female juvenile, no hometown given, was charged with a curfew violation after patrol observed her wandering village streets in violation of the village’s curfew laws. Patrol contacted the juvenile’s guardians, who responded to the police station. The juvenile refused to return home and stated she would run away and roam village streets. The juvenile had a prior record of the same derogatory behavior last year and failed to follow the court’s direction and mandates. She was remanded to Erie County Holding Center in lieu of $1,000 bail. n March 19, 10:13 a.m., Jennelle L. Fancher-Junghans, 28, of Ashville, was charged with license plate violation and operating a vehicle with a suspended registration following a traffic stop for

a license plate violation. During the stop, it was revealed Fancher-Junghans’ vehicle registration was suspended for an insurance lapse. She was released on an appearance ticket for Collins Town Court. n March 19, 12:04 p.m., Debbie A. Thompson, 48, of Gowanda, was charged with petit larceny after patrol responded to a disturbance at Shop’n Save at 10 Buffalo St. in Gowanda. Patrol was notified Thompson had been observed walking up a Mechanic Street residence driveway and stealing a large bag of empty cans.

The Mechanic Street resident followed Thompson to Shop’n Save where she attempted to redeem the cans for a $10 refund. Thompson was arraigned in Collins Town Court and remanded to Erie County Holding Center in lieu of $500 bail. n March 20, 8:30 a.m., Eric Kendall, 41, of Gowanda, was charged with petit larceny after patrol responded to Shop’n Save for the report of a shoplifting incident. Patrol was notified employees witnessed Kendall take a can of coffee, valued at $4.99, and place it under his coat and leave the store without paying for the item. Kendall was arraigned in Collins Town Court and remanded to Erie County Holding Center in lieu of $1,000 bail. n March 22, noon, Toby L. Arnold, 29, of Perrysburg, was charged with unlicensed operation, operating a vehicle with a suspended license and possession of a hypodermic instrument after patrol responded to a Buffalo Street business parking lot for the report of a subject possibly unconscious in a vehicle. It was revealed Arnold did not have a license and his vehicle registration was suspended. The officer requested Arnold exit his vehicle, at which time a hypodermic needle allegedly fell from his pocket. A further investigation allegedly revealed Arnold was in possession of several baggies and other hypodermic needles. More charges may be pending after the analysis of the baggies and needles by Central Police Services.

Arnold was released to appear in Collins Town Court.

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n MANSFIELD — No injuries resulted from a onevehicle accident at 3:27 p.m.

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The driver was identified as Laura A. Sanborn, 46, of Fairport. n YORKSHIRE — No injuries resulted from a two-vehicle accident at 3:43 p.m. March 24 on Route 16. The drivers were identified as Brittany A. Meerboth, 26, of East Concord, and James L. Kittleson, 79, of Chaffee. n ELLICOTTVILLE — Eamonn P. Gleeson, 50, of Atlanta, Ga., was charged with first-offense driving while intoxicated, aggravated DWI and illegal signaling following a stop at 11:57 p.m. March 24 on Route 219.

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Andrew Sulski was sworn in Tuesday night as a police officer with the Gowanda Police Department by Mayor Heather McKeever. Sulski’s wife, Catie Beth, held the Bible for the ceremony.

n GREAT VALLEY — Cody M. Stone, 27, of Eldred, was charged with criminal possession of a firearm, a class E felony, first-offense driving while intoxicated and firstoffense driving with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 percent or higher following a traffic stop on Route 19 at 1:31 a.m. March 26. n EAST OTTO — There were no charges filed or injuries in a two-vehicle accident at 4:06 p.m. March 27 on East Otto-Springville Road, at the Hammond Hill Road intersection. Troopers say the driver of one vehicle was Robert P. Steinbar, 66, of East Otto, and the driver of the second car was an unidentified, 18-year-old male.

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Bligh, Maybray added to SCA staff

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SPRINGVILLE — The Springville Center for the Arts recently added Liz Bligh and Tracy Maybray to its staff.

Bligh will coordinate the center’s theater, concert, workshop, exhibit and other arts programs as the new programming director. A recent graduate of SUNY Fredonia with a degree in music therapy, she was president of Music Therapy Club and Sigma Alpha Iota at Fredonia.

Bligh recently played bass in the SCA production of “The Santaland Diaries” but her connection to the Arts Center dates to her childhood with “Paper Mache Monsters” and “Clay Creatures” workshops at the original Main Street space. She performed in many summer SLAM productions on the Mongerson Theater stage.

Maybray will manage the center’s finances, volunteers and facility as a part-time director of operations. She first became involved with the center through her daughter Amanda’s participation in summer programs. Maybray began volunteering at the annual gala and then joined the board of directors in 2014.

While on the board, Maybray took a role in coordinating volunteers, especially during the major construction of basement bathrooms at 37 N. Buffalo St. “This staff expansion is going to provide a significant boost to the quality and quantity of our programs,” said board President Dr. Debbie Ehrig. “Liz and Tracy will give more support

NORTH COLLINS — A 16-year-old was transported to the hospital with nonlife-threatening injuries March 26 after rolling his all-terrain vehicle on a gas line on Fox Avenue at Langford Road.

The ATV operator, who was not identified, had called the Erie County Sheriff’s Office to report the accident. The case was turned over to the office’s ATV-snowmobile unit for further investigation.

Charges are pending against the operator, according to authorities.

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Liz Bligh (left) and Tracy Maybray were recently added to Springville Center for the Arts as programming director and part-time director of operations, respectively.

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Longtime village employees, leaders honored

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Outgoing village clerk Kathy Mohawk (left) was recognized Tuesday by Mayor Heather McKeever and the village board for her 20 years of service to Gowanda. In addition to her time as clerk, Mohawk served as a past president of the VFW Post 5007 Ladies Auxiliary, is a member of the American Legion Post 409 Ladies Auxiliary and served for 20 years as Urban Development Action Grant Committee chairwoman. The mayor declared April 26, 2017, as Kathleen Mohawk Day in the village.

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Larry Green, a police officer in the village for 30 years, was recognized Tuesday by Mayor Heather McKeever and members of the village board. As the longest serving village employee, Green helped implement the school resource officer program at Gowanda Central School and became its first SRO in 2000. Green also serves as the village’s code enforcement officer. The mayor declared Aug. 1, 2017, which is also National Night Out, as Larry Green Day in the village.

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Gary Denea, superintendent of the Gowanda Department of Public Works for the past 25 years, was recognized Tuesday by Mayor Heather McKeever and members of the village board. In his addition to his position with the village, Denea was also recognized for his time as a coach for Gowanda youth football and Little League baseball. The mayor declared May 21, 2017, the beginning of National Public Works Week, as Gary Denea Day in the village.

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(From left) Bob and Linda Dingman, owners and operators of the New York and Lake Erie Railroad, were recognized Tuesday by Mayor Heather McKeever and members of the village board. The mayor proclaimed the Dingmans have helped promote recreation, tourism and economic development in the village through the train excursions during all seasons of the year. The mayor declared May 13, 2017, which is also National Train Day, as Robert and Linda Dingman Day in the village.

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S ports Minnick pitches Mercyhurst to strong start THE GOWANDA PRESS

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By Sam Wilson

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“He's lefty, which is always great to throw a 90s fastball and I think potentially he's going to be mid-90s,” the 18th year coach said. “He's already shown some 93s and 94s and he sits 9092, but I think down the road he's going to be even better. He's more of a late bloomer. If he had this velocity in high school, he could be anywhere. But his fastball always has good run on it, even a little sink, he locates very well and everything builds off of his fastball. His changeup is that much better now, with the breaking stuff he's throwing, it all lives off the fastball. I'd say his fastball is his best pitch.”

After going 7-1 with a 3.48 ERA in 15 appearances including 10 starts as a sophomore, Minnick had to pick up the proverbial “ace” role this year.

Former Lakers standout Colin McKee was picked by the Astros in the 18th round of the MLB draft and Mercyhurst graduated two eight-game winners in Cam Knott and Joe Gnacinski.

As a freshman, Minnick wowed in 12 relief efforts, including a DII World Series game, marking a 2.20 ERA and 22 punchouts in 16 1/3 innings.

Minnick said he’s tried to stay consistent in his approach to game days regardless of the ace tag.

“You could pick up maybe some small modifications to your routine, but you don't want to switch it up too much,” he said. “I've definitely learned some things Colin McKee, who was drafted last year, I learned a lot from him. He really helped me kind of establish a gameday routine, just kind of watching him throughout the years.”

Spano thinks Minnick has both the ability and intangibles to join several former Lakers at the pro level, including McKee and Seattle Mariners 2014 draftee Dan Altavilla, who made his big league debut last fall.

Collins native Matt Minnick is 3-0 in three starts leading the Mercyhurst University baseball team’s pitching staff.

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Sports Reporter

There’s no escaping the hype for Matt Minnick this season.

After two lower-profile seasons, in the bullpen and another as in the starting pitching rotation, the lefthander returned this spring not just as the ace of the Mercyhurst Lakers, but one of the best in Division II baseball. Baseball America named Minnick, a Collins native who starred at St. Francis High School (Buffalo), its Division II preseason pitcher of the year and fourthhighest DII prospect entering the year.

After three starts, Minnick hasn’t appeared since March 6 due to multiple postponed or cancelled games, then an illness going around the team last week against Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Coach Joe Spano said Minnick should return this weekend during a series at Seton Hill.

“He lost a few pounds and I just wanted to see him strong before I go ahead,” Spano said. “It's bigger than just winning a game. It's a long season and it's also somebody's career, so I want to make sure he's healthy before he goes back out there, but I think he's going to be ready this weekend.”

In three starts for the Erie, Pa. school this year, Minnick is 3-0 with a 1.89 ERA, striking out 17 batters to five walks. He deferentially credits his teammates’ defense and hitting first for the team’s success at 13-1.

Individually, Minnick credits his summer workouts at Impact Sports Performance at the Harborcenter in Buffalo for his physical improvement.

He started developing his breaking ball in college, added velocity to his fastball and worked with Spano on his changeup, which Minnick calls his favorite pitch.

It’s the fastball that catches Spano’s eye.

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Gowanda sports report

By Mark Benton

Sports Correspondent

The 15th Annual Cattaraugus County Sports Hall of Fame banquet is set for Saturday, April 8 at the Little Valley Legion beginning at 6 p.m. Twelve individuals from throughout the county will be enshrined this year. Robert Jimerson, Sr. will be Gowanda's inductee for 2017. The former three-sport high school all-star at Gowanda Central School also played many years of baseball for the Gowanda State Hospital and Gowanda Merchants. Those wishing to support Jimerson's induction and would like to attend the banquet should call Tri-County Events, Inc. at 532-4053 for tickets. n The Village of Gowanda Recreation summer program will begin taking applications for certified lifeguards, arts and crafts instructors and playground counselors after May 1. Applications are available at the village office located at 27 East Main St. Applicants must be at least sixteen years of age and have a strong background in sports or arts and crafts.

The Gowanda Central School boys and girls track and field teams finally were able to get outside and on the renovated all-weather surface at Hillis Field this past week. Both squads will travel to Cattaraugus-Little Valley on Thursday, April 6 for a practice meet beginning at 3:30 p.m. Distance runners Lexi Latona, Emagin Warrior and Justine Twoguns will give the Lady Panthers a very formidable trio in the long distance events. All three runners performed very well on the GCS cross-country last fall. Sophomore Summer Allen should be one of the top sprinters in the league this spring. For the boys, senior captain Ryan Monat will run distance events and toss the shot put. Junior Jacob Hostetter (sprints), sophomores Harry Kaus (discus), Everett Olrogg (sprints) and Austin Jankowski (hurdles and long jump) plus freshmen Dominik Rodriguez (hurdles and 400 meters) have all shown good potential in the preseason. n The unveiling of the book “God Bless SJS: The History of St. Joseph School” brought together over 100 alumni on Saturday, March 25. Among n

the large group that attended were several players from the school's championship basketball program that won the Monsignor O'Connor title almost every year during the decade of the 1960's.

Included in that group were: Dick Stout, Dave Schuster, Tom Samuelson, Dennis Regan, Mark Regan, Rick Noecker, Tim Noecker, Martin Schank,Tom Massar, Jim Smith, Mark Benton and Dennis Murphy. n Notre Dame College of Ohio freshman softball pitcher Taylor Olson picked up another win as her team pulled out a 4-3 win on March 25. She threw a three hitter and only allowed one earned run. Olson is a 2017 Gowanda Central School graduate. n The Gowanda co-ed youth spring soccer program is scheduled to begin on Thursday, May 4 at the George Dispenza Memorial Field on Broadway Road. It will run for five consecutive Thursdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The program is open to all children ages 5 to 13 regardless of which school they attend. More information will be forthcoming next month.

Olean Oilers announce new radio partner OLEAN — Fans of the Olean Oilers will have one more way of following the team beginning this season.

Salamanca-based radio station WGWE (105.9) will broadcast 39 of the Oilers’ 42 regular-season games in the New York Collegiate Baseball League.

The station has also agreed to carry the NYCBL All-Star game, which will be held at Bradner Stadium July 13. It’s the first time in its six-year existence that the Oilers have a radio partnership.

“The Olean Oilers have always received great support from our local fans, so it made sense for our organization to partner with a local broadcasting station to enhance our fan experience and broaden our fan appeal,” team owner Brian O’Connell Jr. said. “I welcome WGWE to the Oiler family and believe our partnership will continue to grow our organization and allow our fans to be part of some of the best summer entertainment in the area.”

For the first time, Oilers fans will have a way of tuning in to Olean road games. Before this partnership, the only way to keep tabs on road games was through the team’s social media accounts or the gametracker feature on the league website.

The only regular-season road game that will not be aired on WGWE is the June 19 contest at Rochester.

“We really think this is a big step forward for us and a great way to continue to expand our brand,” O’Connell said.

In addition to the radio broadcasts, Olean games will be streamed online via the WGWE website www.wgwefm.com.

Chris Russell, the WGWE morning host and voice of the St. Bonaventure women’s basketball team, will do the Oilers play-by-play.

Olean opens the season Friday, June 2 against Hornell at Bradner Stadium.

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March 31-April 6, 2017

The history of Gowanda lacrosse

By Mark Benton

Sports Correspondent

Although lacrosse has been played on the nearby Cattaraugus Indian Reservation for many years, the sport was not part of the Gowanda Central School athletic program until the spring of 1976.

Robert Jimerson, a 1965 Gowanda High School graduate, was working for Title VII during the 1975-76 school year and presented the idea of a boys' varsity lacrosse team to then athletic director Howard Hillis. But the longtime Panther football, basketball and baseball coach had concerns that a third major sport in the spring would be in direct conflict with the other spring sports of baseball and track. After all, Gowanda had relied heavily on the pitching arms of many Native American student-athletes for their successful

baseball teams.

And if lacrosse was added, the track and field program would also lose a significant number of outstanding Native Americans that helped that team compete on a high level each spring.

But Jimerson persisted. He saw a pattern of Native American boys that played varsity sports dropping out of school after the winter sports season concluded. With an organized school lacrosse team, several of the boys might stay in school, play the sport and receive their diploma.

Hillis finally relented and a lacrosse

team was added in time for the 1976 spring sports season.

Jimerson was able to alleviate many of the upstart costs of the program by having an outside source provide the lacrosse sticks and some of the other needed equipment.

The Gowanda head football coach Bob Krenzer who also had a background in lacrosse was appointed the coach. The Panthers began play in April 1976.

Gowanda lost their first ever game to private school Nichols. However, this was no start up team since most of the boys had played in the Newtown junior lacrosse program.

The Panthers then proceeded to win nine of their next 10 games to finish the season

with a record of 9-2.

Krenzer stayed on as the coach for two more seasons as Gowanda posted records of 10-1 and 10-2. In 1979, GCS graduate Kerwin Huff took over the head coaching duties. The Panthers continued their outstanding play and went undefeated, winning all 14 games that season. After just four years, Gowanda lacrosse was the number one team regardless of school size in all of Western New York.

This spring, the Panthers begin their 42nd consecutive season playing lacrosse at Hillis Field. And it all began 41 years ago because of Jimerson’s insight.

On Saturday, April 8, Jimerson will be inducted into the Cattaraugus County Sports Hall of Fame during the annual banquet at the Little Valley Legion.

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St. Bona to add men’s lacrosse as varsity sport ST. BONAVENTURE — St. Bonaventure has announced it will add men’s lacrosse to its NCAA athletics lineup beginning with the 2018-19 academic year.

“For a number of reasons, the addition of men’s lacrosse at St. Bonaventure is extremely beneficial for our institution,” Director of Athletics Tim Kenney said.

“This is a strategic decision that recognizes an opportunity for our department and for the university. Over the next several years, men’s lacrosse will add approximately 45-50 student-athletes to our growing department, which will be an integral part of enrollment.

“Lacrosse is one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States, and it is already one of the most popular sports in Canada,” Kenney added. “We have a successful club team and significant interest in adding the sport at the varsity level as well. Also, the men’s program will complement our women’s lacrosse program well and give us another sport that I believe can be very competitive.

For all these reasons, we’re excited to add men’s lacrosse.”

Men’s lacrosse will become the 17th NCAA Division I varsity sport at St. Bonaventure. The University added men’s and women’s outdoor track this year, a move that has already brought nearly 20 additional student-athletes to St. Bonaventure.

Men’s lacrosse has shown tremendous growth in recent years. Total participation rose 95 percent from 2000-14 with the number of teams across all NCAA

divisions. That continues a trend of great expansion for the sport as whole – 57 teams were announced to begin in men’s and women’s lacrosse during the 2016, 2017 and 2018 seasons. In all, 71 institutions currently sponsor Division I men’s lacrosse.

The university previously sponsored men’s lacrosse as an intercollegiate team in NCAA Division III from 1989-93, when the program was moved to its current club level.

St. Bonaventure is actively pursuing a conference affiliation as the Atlantic 10 Conference does not sponsor men’s lacrosse.

A search will begin immediately for a coach, Kenney added.

St. Bonaventure has sponsored varsity women’s lacrosse since 2000. The women’s team currently has 27 studentathletes. As with the women, the men’s lacrosse team will play its home games at the Tom 80’ and Michelle Marra Athletics Fields Complex, which was rededicated in September 2014 following a $1 million donation from its namesakes with a new artificial turf playing surface. The renovations also included lights, allowing for night games and practices.

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“All the guys that make it to the next level have the same work ethic and Matt fits right in to that category with those guys,” Spano said. “He knows it's all about work ethic. You can have all the talent in the world. Colin McKee, Dan Altavilla, they're the first guys at the field, they're the last ones to leave, they're the first guys in the weight room, they stay the longest, they eat the best.

Everything's a competition with those guys. They have the best grades.

“There's a theme with all the guys that go on to play pro ball and Matt has it. Matt's got that work ethic. I think he knows if he stays focused and humble and keeps working on what he does, it's certainly a realistic possibility.”

While Minnick dreams like any ballplayer of one day making it as a pro, he says he’s focused on his next start. He still has plenty of collegiate games to play, and hopes to help his Lakers get back to the DII World Series.

“I knew coming in here, coach Spano has been great,” Minnick said. “He's had multiple guys drafted out of here and it was never, I would say, out of the picture for anybody who wants to work hard enough to put themselves in that position.

It's always been a dream of mine and it would be awesome, but you have to go out and win the games now and prove yourself here first.

“Just keep playing consistently and win some games. Personally I'm just trying to focus on fine-tuning, I guess, and learn it, keep learning about the game and how to win.”

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McKeever from Page 6 oratively to consolidate resources and effectively work together to pass on efficient practices and cost savings to our residents.

Public Works Highlights I excited for the enthusiasm that is now In addition to our supportive board members, I want to note that these accom- in place in all of our departments who are currently led by treasurer Traci Hopkins, plishments I am about to list would not officer-in-charge Dennis Feldmann, public have been possible without the forward thinking and initiative of Jason Opferbeck, works superintendent Jason Opferbeck, recreation director Mark Benton and fire who took charge of our Public Works Dechief Nick Crassi. As our dedicated vilpartment in 2015, and Andrew Burr, who lage board members continue to support has served as our citizen budget committhese collaborative efforts I am confident tee member for the past four years. the village of Gowanda will continue on n Point Peter reservoir upgrades and a path of prosperous growth and low tax completion of several FEMA projects; rates for years to come. n We are currently partnering with Moving forward, I will be dedicating NYS Department of Corrections on a capital improvement project which will al- more time to my family and church. Some low us the use of environmentally friendly of the village projects I will continue to play a role in: I have agreed to co-chair UV lights at our wastewater treatment facility. NYS announced they will be Community Connections, I will remain active in GO-wanda on the Move initiaproviding $2.3 million towards the effort; tive, including working with leaders n Shared water service agreement with within the WNY region as we further Town of Collins: Over the next 10 years, develop the WNY Regional Railway Corthis shared agreement is projected to save ridor Project. taxpayers over $1 million. Along with I want to thank everyone who has being able to pass a savings onto our tax played a part helping me in this role over payers this collaborative effort has given the past five years. It has been such an us an opportunity to develop a capital imhonor to work with different board memprovement project plan which will allow bers during my tenure. I especially want us to keep our aging water infrato thank my Deputy Mayor Paul Zimmerstructure safe and updated such as the mann who has helped and supported me Water Meter Replacement Project and the since day one.

2017 Water Line Improvement Project; Finally, I need to recognize my family n Consolidation of Public Works locawho has kept me grounded over these tion to Aldrich street in an effort to save past eight years of public service. Most tax dollars and allow for more economic importantly my husband, Ryan and son, development opportunities within the vilLucas, who both always reminded me not lage; and to sweat the small stuff. n Consolidated Public Works workI am looking forward to working with force and reorganizing all departments to Mayor Smith as I am know he will conbe more cost effective and efficient. tinue cultivate the progress we have made as a community. I am so grateful to have I am happy to present to you today the 2017-18 budget presentation that includes been provided the opportunity to serve the Gowanda community. a property tax decrease of 2.04 percent.

These continued tax decreases are a result Thank you, of the past five years we have spent as a Heather M. McKeever board to reorganize every department. All Mayor, Village of Gowanda village departments have worked collab-

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In the police department, the personnel services line dropped $13,788 as changes were made to the department’s overall organization. Among them, the village will no longer have full-time officer positions but instead have competitive part-time officers.

“One of the realities of hiring fulltimers in small villages is you put a lot of resources into them, a lot of revenue in them and you end up losing them to other departments and you have a total loss and a flux in your schedule,” said Dennis Feldmann, officer-in-charge.

In public works, two positions will be consolidated pending two upcoming retirements, McKeever said.

In a budget presentation that had the feel of a “State of the Village” address

Sewer from Page 1 coming up with a true solution but we do have to pay our fair share when it comes to the rates,” said Mayor Heather McKeever.

During the special village board meeting on Tuesday — as well as the public hearing on the proposed rates that followed — village officials discussed the condition of the plant, its neglect in past years and the need for it to be upgraded.

Public Works Superintendent Jason Opferbeck said his department has been “catching up” on maintenance since he started in his position at the end of 2014.

“Maintenance is definitely an issue and there are a lot of things that were ‘let go’ for a good number of years,” he said.

Janet Voglti, who served on the sewer committee that discussed the rates, said a rate increase would likely

as well, McKeever — who was in her last village board meeting — outlined several highlights of the upcoming budget and the condition of the village’s financial standing.

“In 10 years, the village is projected to be debt free and use its savings to build the general fund,” she said.

She also pointed out changes being made to the village offices, noting the new configuration will not cost the village any more than its current setup.

“For the first time in two decades we are going to have a full-time treasurer and a full-time clerk along with some part-time staff,” she said. “I think that’s huge. It’ll cost as much as it did in the past, if not less.”

Copies of the village budget are available at the village office.

be necessary regardless of the plant’s condition but “wouldn’t be as bad” if the plant was currently in better shape.

“Our sewer plant was neglected for years for maintenance. That’s why we are in the position we are in,” she said.

“I think it’s fair the people of the village of Gowanda understand that. The prior people who were working there did not take care of it as they should have.”

Under the terms of the project, the DOC will pay for 78 percent of a $914,000 aspect to improve ultraviolet disinfection; 37 percent of a $143,000 bill to improve the outfall headwall; and 72 percent of the $1.82 million aspect for the headworks.

The rate that was increased on Tuesday had remained nearly unchanged since 1991. The rate of $12 for a minimum 6,656 gallons stayed the same when the rates were increased in 2006; only the overage was increased from $1.40 per thousand gallons to $1.80 per thousand gallons.

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24 Hollywood from Page 2 The hometown showcase, featuring local musicians, will be held on the main stage from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday.

Also, the Harley Davidson Factory Demo Fleet will be available at Gowanda Harley Davidson from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday.

Dr. Anderson said the schedule is posted about three months in advance to allow people time to mark their calendars for their favorite attractions during the festival and also to help vendors to see what the event is all about.

The 19th annual Hollywood Happening will help to raise funding for the restoration of the Historic Hollywood Theater, which recently received three grants totaling nearly $1 million. The money raised will be used to help match those funds.

The festival is still seeking sponsors and vendors, both of which can find out more information by visiting gowandahollywoodhappening.com. Vendors can download an application on the site.

Additional information on the festival, including the complete schedule, is also available on the website.

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Cattaraugus County Court report LITTLE VALLEY — A man pleaded guilty Monday in Cattaraugus County Court to charges of raping a child.

Loren G. Warner, 27, who has no permanent address but is presently incarcerated at Cattaraugus County Jail, pleaded guilty to second-degree rape, a class D felony; and endangering the welfare of a child, a class A misdemeanor.

On Jan. 20 in Farmersville, Warner had sex with a person younger than 15, according to District Attorney Lori Rieman, whose office reported the case Tuesday.

Warner was charged Jan. 24. State police told the Times Herald that during their investigation it was discovered Warner had sexual with a 14-year-old victim.

Sentencing is scheduled for June 12.

IN OTHER CASES: n Nicholas Cooper, 22, of Salamanca, pleaded not guilty to driving while intoxicated, a class E felony; first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, a class E felony; interlock ignition violation, a misdemeanor; and speeding and refusal of breath test, both

violations. The charges stem from a Nov. 22 alleged incident in Salamanca. The matter has been adjourned for motions. n Franklin J. Chase, 31, of Olean, but incarcerated in state prison, pleaded not guilty to third-degree burglary, a class D felony; fourth-degree grand larceny, a class E felony; and fourth-degree criminal mischief, a class A misdemeanor. The charges stem from an alleged incident between June 12 and 13, 2014, in the town of Olean. The matter has been adjourned. n Michael E. Fraylon Jr., 25, of Hartford, Conn., but presently incarcerated at Cattaraugus County Jail, pleaded guilty to two counts of second-degree criminal possession of a forged instrument, class D felonies; and second-degree criminal impersonation, a class A misdemeanor.

The charges stem from an incident Feb. 15 in Randolph. Sentencing is set for June 12. n Angeline Barnish, 31, of Olean, pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated, a class E felony. The charges stem from a Sept. 30 incident in Olean. Sentencing is scheduled for May 14, 2018. n Jay D. Stafford, 26, of Salamanca,

pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated, a class D felony; and second-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, a misdemeanor. The charge stems from a July 4 incident in New Albion.

Sentencing is scheduled for June 12. n Curtis A. Ford, 26, of Allegany, but presently incarcerated at Cattaraugus County Jail, was sentenced to two years in state prison and two years of postrelease supervision for a conviction of fourth-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance, a class C felony. On May 31 in Olean, Ford sold an unspecified narcotic. n Keith Funderburk, 29, of Olean, but presently incarcerated at Cattaraugus County Jail, was sentenced to a year in jail for third-degree attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance, a class C felony.

On Jan. 6, 2016, in Olean, Funderburk attempted to sell an unspecified narcotic. n Leah Thomas, 31, of Great Valley, was sentenced to five years of probation for fourth-degree attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance, a class D felony. On Jan. 15, 2015, in Great Valley, Thomas tried to sell an unspecified drug.

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Kindergarten registration underway in Gowanda

GOWANDA — Kindergarten registration for the 2017-18 school year began this week at Gowanda Elementary School.

Children must be five years old on

or before Dec. 1 to register.

To obtain a registration packet and schedule a screening appointment, call the school office at 5323328.

Gowanda Garden Club will meet April 5

GOWANDA — The Gowanda Garden Club begins its year with a meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 5, at the Free Methodist Church on West Submitted photo Main Street.

Displaying their ribbons for individual achievements for the Junior Division are (from left) Hayley Stang (Gowanda), Alexis Tunstall (Forestville), Rylyn Tunstall (Forestville), Kendyl Rogers (Olean) and Eliza Schrantz (Ellington).

4-H from Page 4 there were no actual horses involved in this competition, nor will there be any at the state-level. It’s all knowledge-based.

The kids need to learn everything about the horse.

“It’s for kids who are crazy about horses,” she said. “They have to learn all about the skeletal system, the horse’s intestinal system, what parasites horses get, what’s poisonous for horses to eat, what kind of injuries can a horse get and what is the injury called. The competition is very in-depth and the kids have to study hard for it.”

To prepare for the competitions, the kids study questions found in big binders that have been used in horse bowls from other states. On March 26, the kids and their coaches got together at the fire hall and did a study session.

Yvonne Rogers is the coach for the junior girls. Chere Tunstall and Marcia Stang coach the senior girls. Stang said she does the food and looks the information up when the kids are practicing and don’t know the answer.

“We constantly ask the kids different questions. If they don’t know the answer, or if the answer is given but they don’t know why it’s correct, we look it up and figure it out because we

want them to understand the ‘why,’” she said.

According to Stang, Cattaraugus County did really well. She thinks it’s because the girls and the volunteers take the competition seriously and they study together. She said they actually do practice competitions complete with a set of hand-buzzers, just like on the TV game show, “Jeopardy.” The contestants are asked questions pertaining to horse topics. Teams compete against each other responding to questions asked by a contest moderator. Each team receives credit for correct answers and, in some cases, a penalty for incorrect answers. At the end of the contest, the team with the highest score is declared the winner.

“The state competition is similar to the regional with more knowledge questions, but it’s involving 4-H clubs from all over New York State,” Stang said.

Only the Top 6 contestants in both the Senior and Junior divisions who participated at the regional contest are eligible to participate in the state contest. The Top 6 individual Senior and Junior winners from the state competition will move on to the National competition held in Louisville, Ky., in November.

Guest speaker Barbara Blackburn, a columnist for the Victorian Times, will present.

Members are encouraged to come, and guests are welcome to attend.

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Old Times Remembered...

Gowanda Water Works, 1929 The village reservoir on Crestwood Drive was built by Salzler Construction of Springville in 1929-30. It held water from a well on the American Legion property across Cattaraugus Creek that produced 500 gallons a minute. It took about two and half days to fill the 1.7 million gallon reservoir. It was circular in shape, 22 feet high and 130 feet in diameter. Twelve thousand cubic yards of concrete were used in its construction. Total cost of the project including the reservoir, water line and Legion well was $105,000. It went online in 1930. Today it is used for chlorinating the village water supply. This photo was taken in November 1929.

Photo courtesy Gowanda Area Historical Society

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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.

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

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

United Methodist Church 7896 East Flats Road | 257-9452 Pastor: Wesley Tessey Sunday Worship: 9:45 a.m.

Gowanda Free Methodist Church 149 West Main St. | gowandafmc.org Pastor: Jon Horton Assistant Pastors: Tim McKeever Worship Times: Saturday, 6 p.m. and Sunday, 9 and 10:30 a.m.

Roberts Memorial Free Methodist Church 111 South St. | 257-3326 www.robertsfmc.org Pastor: Rev. Mike Jones Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Free Methodist Church East Otto Road at Brooklyn Corners | 257-3253 Pastor: Raymond Start Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

First Presbyterian Church of Gowanda 64 E. Main St. | 532-4292 Pastor: Rev. Donna Lewis 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.

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

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

Victory Tabernacle 254 South Main St. | 257-9638 Pastor: Michael Winder 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.

IRVING

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

LITTLE VALLEY

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.

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

First Congregational Church 301 Rock City St. Pastor: Rev. Sue Fish Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

COLLINS

Collins Friends Meeting Religious Society of Friends (Quaker) 2345 Main St. Pastor: Janice Ninan Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday, Sunday School

Trinity United Church of Christ 30 Erie Ave. | 532-3004 | trinityuccgow@yahoo.com New Hope Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Suzanne Hodges 13861 Route 62 near Richardson Road Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Special Notes: Free community meal, second Saturday of Pastors: Jack and Micah Seiler Worship: 10 a.m. Sundays; 7 p.m. Wednesdays the month from 4 to 6 p.m., January through November

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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.

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

PERRYSBURG

Perrysburg Seventh-Day Adventist Church 10700 North Road | (407) 927-5936 Pastor: Zechariah Musselman Worship: Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. (fellowship meal after services) United Methodist Church Main Street near Peck Hill Road Pastor: Grace Warren 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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Failure to comply may result in appearance tickets. All unlicensed dogs found during the enumeration period shall be subject to a $5.00 enumeration fee in addition to the regular license fees. No additional fees will be added to dogs licensed prior to May 1, 2017.

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OUT & ABOUT

n March 31, 7 p.m., “Secret Keepers: A Fractured Fairy Tale,” performed by St. Paul’s Players, Immanuel Lutheran Church in Gowanda. Admission is one non-perishable food item. n March 31, 8 p.m., Tyler Smilo concert, Springville Center for the Arts.

Tickets $15 or $12 presale. Call 5929038 or visit SpringvilleArts.org. n April 1, 7 p.m., Ham, Chocolate and Easter Basket Party, South Dayton Volunteer Fire Company. Raffles of hams, Easter baskets, cash and more.

Free refreshments. n April 1, 7 p.m., Ham and Turkey Party, North Collins Volunteer Fire Company’s Firemen’s Training Center on Spruce Street in North Collins.

Hosted by the Firemen’s Auxiliary.

Sandwiches, pop and more included with free admission. Door prizes available. n April 1, 7 p.m. Ham and Turkey Raffle, Collins Center Fire Hall.

Benefits Collins Center Auxiliary. Free admission. Food and refreshments provided. n April 1, 8 p.m. to midnight, Cabin Fever Dance, Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds Corporate Building in Little Valley. Drawings, basket raffles, food and drinks. Supports Relay for Fire “Walk This Way” team. Admission $5.

Call 244-2344. n April 2, 1 p.m., Towel Raffle Party, Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge, 201 Aldrich St. in Gowanda.

Presented by Gowanda Women of the Moose. Raffle begins at 1 p.m. and lasts until 3 pm. Admission board is $4 with extra boards $1 each. Call 574-6944.

n April 2, 3 to 7 p.m. second annual Spaghetti Dinner to support Cattaraugus County 4-H. Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds Corporate Building. Tickets $8 presale or $10 at the door. Tickets available at Catt. Co. 4-H office in Ellicottville. Call 699-2377 x. 130. n April 5, noon, Ellen Wilson of Creekside Physical Therapy at Village Pharmacy and Medical Supplies in Gowanda. Discussion on different durable products. Light snack, bottled water and drawing for gift certificate. n April 7-9, Greater Olean Area Home Show, William O. Smith Recreation Center in Olean. Area’s leading businesses exhibit their wares and services. Hours, Friday, 5 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit OleanNY.com. n April 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Daffodil Festival in South Dayton, South Dayton Firemen’s Activity Hall. Call 988-5975. n April 8, 4 to 6 p.m., Community Meal, Trinity United Church of Christ, 30 Erie Ave. in Gowanda. Sheppard’s pie, Jello-O, roll, dessert and beverage.

Public welcome. Free. n April 8, 7 p.m., Tony Orlando, Seneca Allegany Events Center, $25. n April 9, 1 p.m., Easter Egg Hunt, Gowanda American Legion. Includes a visit from the Easter bunny, coloring contest, prizes, corn hole and refreshments. Open to the public. Donation to Gowanda Food Pantry appreciated. n April 13, 5:30 p.m., Soup Supper, St. Joseph Church in Gowanda. Hosted

by Altar/Rosary Society of the St. Joseph Church. Public welcome. Soup to pass is welcome but not required. Free.

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To submit an event or happening for Out & About, email event details to gowandapress@gmail.com, send via mail to 49 W. Main St., Gowanda, NY 14041 or call 241-7267. Please be sure to include date and time and any cost associated with the event. Out & About listings are free of charge. n April 16, 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 April 17, Versailles Cemetery Association annual meeting. n April 22, 6 p.m., Spirit of Gowanda Awards Gala, Hollywood Theater. n April 27, 6 p.m., Cottage Cemetery annual meeting, Dayton Fire Hall. n April 29, 7 p.m., Steve Winwood, Seneca Allegany Events Center, $55. n May 6, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Downtown Springville Art Crawl. Coordinated by Springville Center for the Arts. Kids site, interactive activities, musicians, art displays and more along Springville’s East Main Historic District. Visit crawl.springvillearts.org.

n May 13, HappyHalf Half Marathon and 5k, Holiday Valley. Fun distractions on course; entertainment, food and beer at post race party. Visit holidayvalley.com. n May 14, time TBA, Mother’s Day Chicken Barbecue, Collins Fire Hall, 2365 Main. St, Collins. n May 18-21, Rediscover Weekend in Gowanda. Carnival, sidewalk sales, New York and Lake Erie Railroad train rides, military-themed movies at the Hollywood Theater and more. n May 21, 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 June 2-4, 59th annual Allegany Nature Pilgrimage, Allegany State Park. Draws hundreds of participants to take a deeper look at nature. Visit alleagnynaturepilgrimage.com.

n June 2-4, 19th annual Hollywood Happening, downtown Gowanda. Rows of motorcycles line Main Street. Live music, bike parade, tattoo contest, ridein-bike show, Hollywood Happening Charity Ride, food, vendors and more. n June 3 & 4, Elllicottville Outdoor Expo, downtown Ellicottville. Visit ellicottvilleny.com.

Collins Public Library

COLLINS — Upcoming events taking place at the Collins Public Library: n April 3, 6 p.m., Craft Club for ages 4-12. Registration required. n April 7, 1 p.m., Senior movie, “Allied,” starring Brad Pitt, Marion Cotillard, and Jared Harris. n April 8, 10 a.m., Easter Egg Hunt for children ages 0-10. Hunt to fund all the lost eggs misplaced at the library.

Prizes and free basket raffle will also be available. For more information and to register please contact the library. n April 13, 3:30 p.m., Teen Game Night. Learn what new technology is coming or just show up to play games with friends. Pizza may be ordered at 4:30 p.m. based on how many attend. n April 14, the library will be closed for Good Friday and reopen for normal hours on Saturday. n April 15, 11 a.m., Movie Saturdays, “Fantastic Beasts” starring Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Alison Sudol. n Library hours: Monday, 2 to 8 p.m.; Tuesday, 2 to 8 p.m.; Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m.; Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Closed Sundays. For more information, call 532-5129.

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n June 10, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Allegany Garden Festival, Fourth Street and Maple Complex in Allegany. Call 378-8001. n June 11, time TBA, chicken barbecue, Gowanda Fire Hall, 230 Aldrich St. n June 17, Holiday Valley Mudslide at Holiday Valley. A 3.5-mile or 5.4-mile course includes 11 obstacles.

Collins 50 Plus Seniors Activities for the week of April 2 to 8 include: Sunday n Pickleball — 6:30 p.m., L.K. Painter Center gym. (free) Monday with Pat — 9 a.m., Painter Center gym. (free) n Exercises

Tuesday senior aerobics — 9 a.m., Painter Center gym. (fee for this class) Wednesday n Exercises with Pat — 9 a.m., Painter Center gym. (free) n Quilting with Florence — 10:30 a.m., Collins Library Community Room. (free) n Games and crafts with Pat — 1 p.m., Painter Center Rose Room. (free) n Senior bowling — 1 p.m., K & L Lanes in Gowanda. n Active

Thursday with Suzie, 9 a.m., Painter Center gym. (fee for this class) Friday n Exercises with Pat, 9 a.m., Painter Center gym. (free) n Walk and Tone with Kim, 9 a.m., Collins Town Park (fee for this class) n Movie Day at Collins Public Library, 1 p.m., “Allied.” n Yoga

n Those who signed up for the Buffalo Historic River Cruise, scheduled for June 6, must have their $80 payment in by May 9. Make check payable to “Town of Collins” and mail to Town of Collins. Box 420, Collins, NY 14034. n Just Announced: “Elvis, Christmas, and Country” with Terry Buchwald at Salvatore’s Italian Gardens on Monday, Dec. 4. Dinner, show, and travel by coach bus. Cost $ 70. Seats are limited so sign up early by calling 532-2006 ext. 21

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