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ACTION FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY Awarded $1.6 Million Grant PG. 2
National Day of Action to Free Imam Jamil Al-Amin/ H. Rap Brown PG. 4
The DA’s Race
VOICE Buffalo to Seek Pledges From DA Candidates to Lower Local Prisoner Population PG. 7
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THE ARTS
LeRoi Johnson: “Electric Primitive” Gets International Exposure
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Inspirational Rev. John T. Hilliard: Pressing for 100! PG. 7
WHERE DO I GO TO VOTE? Primary Election Polling Places City of Buffalo
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Don’t Miss Final Week of Sankofa Theatre &
Jazz Fest!
Free. Fun. For their future!
Sankofa Evening of Theatre & Jazz Fest 2016 PRESENTED BY: MMB Theatre 1 Project FOUNDER & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: Curtis K. Rivers SYNOPSIS: One full-length play and seven one-act plays. This is the ninth year of this annual theatre festival. WEEK TWO PERFORMANCES/SHOW TIMES: The festival continues at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1,with My People Perish, a one-act play, by Jahaka Mindstorm. At 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 2, there are three one-act productions: Spectrum by DC Taylor; Now and Then by Grace Flores; and Snitch by Karen Culley. And at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3 the one-act plays are Enough Is Enough by Jacquetta A. Harris; Dancer: The Cholly Atkins Story by Michael Avent; and Far from Grace by Laura A. Thomas. Nightly admission is $12 in advance and $16 at the door. Group rates for five or more are available through Mood Makers Books. PERFORMANCE VENUE: Multi-use Community Cultural Center (MuCCC)in the Neighborhood of the Arts, 142 Anderson St., Rochester, 14607 ONLINE TICKET SITE FESTIVAL DETAILS: www.muccc.org.N-PERSON TICKET SITE & INFORMATION: Mood Makers Books, Village Gate Square, 274 N. Goodman St., (585) 271-7010
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Rochester Action for a Better Community Gets $1.6 Million Grant
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ction for a Better Community (ABC) has received a Health Profession Opportunity Grant (HPOG) from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, in order to help place over 1,000 low-income workers into jobs in the healthcare industry. The $1.6 million grant has been authorized by the Affordable Care Act, and is renewable for five years, according to ABC officials.The grant currently provides education, training, and career opportunities to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families recipients, other low-income individuals, and incumbent workers. “We are very pleased about the opportunities this grant provides the targeted populations to acquire the education and training to either begin, or expand, their growth in a healthcare career,” ABC president and CEO James Norman James Norman stated. “I want to acknowledge the work of the FREE, Facing Race, Embracing Equity community collaborative, (especially the Race and Health Disparities and Race and Jobs workgroups) for playing an important role in helping us to quickly mobilize community support around the development of the HPOG application. Also, I want to recognize the hard work of other community partners who participated in the writing, and helped to defray the cost of grant development. This is truly a community effort that ABC is happy to lead.” Norman said the overall objective of ROC-HPOG is to enroll 1,500 participants, and to assist at least 1,000 pro-gram participants to attain career–ladder employment in the healthcare field, over the term of the grant. Over 100 participants have presently been accepted into the program, and, to date, 35 are either registered for, or involved in one of the approved healthcare training tracks, or basic skills training.Five are currently employed in the healthcare field. ABC said the organization is preparing the remaining enrollees to enter healthcare training. Twelve program participants are presently enrolled in the Finger Lakes Community College (FLCC)Certified Nursing Assistant training program at St. Mary’s Hospital, which began Aug. 1., and the next training will begin Sept. 1.Seating is limited to 12 for the training. Visit www.abcinfo.org/hpog for additional information regarding the HPOG program.
AROUND TOWN
ROC The Park “ROC Rhythm & Groove R&B Tribute” “Motown & Soul Tribute” happens Labor Day weekend, when patrons will celebrate Motown fa-
vorites and soul music. Featured will be local favorites Mitty & The Followers and the return of “Mr. Roc The Park” himself, saxophonist Will Holton. Headlining this event will be Rochester’s premier party band Shine and the Roc City Soul All Stars with The Carlton Wilcox Live Band. Gates open at 5 p.m. for all events and the music starts at 6 p.m. General admission $6 and VIP tickets, available at the gate only for $20. Kids ages 12 and under are free. Guests may bring chairs . For ticket info and details, call (585) 966-9650 or (585) 503-6270, or visit www.rocthepark.com.
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AREA BRIEFS Outstanding Women Named to Business First “Power 100 Women” List
Captain Anthony Wiley
Congratulations Captain Wiley!
Congratulations to Captain Anthony Wiley, New York State Department of Corrections (Retired), on his newly elected position as National Treasurer of the National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice. Captain Wiley, a Buffalo resident, also serves as Northeast Representative of the organization. Founded in 1974, NABCJ serves as a vehicle by which criminal justice practitioners could initiate positive change, while increasing opportunities for citizens to better understand the nature and operation of the criminal justice process. Their mission, as a multiethnic, nonpartisan, and nonprofit association, is to act upon the needs, concerns, and contributions of African Americans, and other people of color, as they relate to the administration of criminal justice. For more information about the organization, call (716) 830-7803.
Purple Heart History Display
Mayor Brown is hosting a Purple Heart History Display in the front lobby of City Hall from September 5 - 30. The Military Order of the Purple Heart is a Congressionally Chartered Veterans organization with a mission to reach out to veterans who were awarded the Purple Heart of all national origins, races, religions, genders, and ages to make sure they and all veterans receive the earned benefits they deserve.
Listed among the likes of Kim Pegula and Kathy Hochul on the Business First “Power 100 Women” list were: *Katherine Conway-Turner, President of SUNY Buffalo State College *Crystal Peoples-Stokes, New York State Asemblywoman, 141st District *Lisa Wilson, Executive Sports Editor, The Buffalo News *Catherine Collins, New York State Board of Regents *Brenda McDuffie, Chairwoman ECIDA and President & CEO Buffalo Urban League *Rose Sconiers, Retired State Supreme Court Justice *Jennifer Parker, President & Owner Jackson Parker Communications and Founder Black Capital Network *LaVonne Ansari, CEO Community Health Center of Buffalo *Shandra Spicer, President and CEO Spicer Group The list was published in the July 29th edition of Buffalo Business First.
School Superintendent Dr. Cash to Address Community on Upcoming Talk Show Superintendent of Buffalo Public Schools Dr. Kriner Cash will appear on WUFO Radio 1080 AM’s “The Truth Nothing But The Truth So Help Us God” We d n e s d a y August 31 from 1:30 DR. CASH to 2 p.m. The show is hosted by Samuel A. Herbert. Dr. Cash will update the community on the upcoming new school year and take questions from the listening audience. Be sure to tune in!
FEARLESS! “Fearless” recruits pose with Captain Dennis Muhammad following a rousing presentation at the Rafi Green Masten Resource Center last Saturday.
“Together We Can Save Our Youth!”
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aptain Dennis Muhammad introduced his Peacekeepers Initiative to Buffalo last weekend to a receptive and enthusiastic audience at the Rafi Green Masten Resource Center on Saturday. He drove home the crux of his message with a simple parable about the little boy who fell in the well. After numerous adults tried to save the child – each individually extending their ropes into the well that were too short – the boy finally pleaded – “why don’t you tie your ropes together and get me out!” “Everyone of our ropes have fallen short,” admonished Captain Muhammad in reference to rescuing our youth today as the violence and self hatred continues. “Now is the time to tie our ropes together and save our youth!” regardless of religious, political, civic or social affiliations he said. Representatives of at least two community peace keeping groups were present, and he addressed representatives from several other organizations prior to Saturday’s meeting. His visit was designed to introduce and set the PeaceKeepers initiative in motion, explaining that those who joined would be trained in conflict resolution and other tools to communicate with the youth. “We’re not going nowhere (as a people) without the youth,” he declared. “So we’ve got to give them the power…but they’ve got to see that we are serious and not playing games!” Bro. Dennis, a former resident of Buffalo, said this city has a unique opportunity to really Continued Page 11
Buffalo Solidarity Movement groups to host Pre-Labor Day Rally A large coalition of Buffalo activist groups have organized a Pre-Labor Day Rally in Niagara Square on Friday, Sept. 2 from 3-6 p.m. The purpose of this rally is to call attention to issues that are negatively impacting the lives of residents on the east and lower west sides of Buffalo. Groups such as We Are Women Warriors, Black Lives Matter-Buffalo Chapter, Young Black Democrats, PUSH Buffalo, Power In Numbers, Puerto Rican Committee for Community Justice, Buffalo Anti-Racism Coalition, Stop The Violence Coalition, B.U.I.L.D. of Buffalo, Niagara Frontier for the Advocacy of African American Human Rights, Buffalo Parents and Teachers Organization, Fruit Belt/ McCarley Gardens Housing Task Force and the Contract Compliance Review Committee. Issues to be addressed will include unsafe city sidewalks and streets, gun violence in neighborhoods, neglect of inner city and neighborhood business commercial districts, lack of adequate resources for senior citizens and low income housing rehab programs, restorative justice, abuses and deaths in the Erie County Holding Center, equity in education, quality education for all children, CBA's and commercial investments in poor comBetty Jean munities, high level of stoppage, frisking and incarceration of young black GRANT and brown men, lack of construction training facilities in the city and the under representation of minorities and women in the unions. This event is free and we are inviting all groups and individuals who share the same or similar concerns, to be in attendance. Please bring your banner and signs to hang in the Square. bottled water and snacks will be provided to the participants. If you wish to get on the speaker list, please call Betty Jean Grant @ (716) 602-5877.
Queen Nanny
Fearless Black Female Warriors Throughout History Part 2 Queen Nanny or Nanny (c. 1685 – c. 1755) Queen Nanny, a Jamaican national hero, was a wellknown leader of the Jamaican Maroons in the 18th century. Nanny was kidnapped from Ghana, West Africa, as a child, and was forced into slavery in Jamaica. Growing up, she was influenced by the Maroons and other leaders of the enslaved Africans. The Maroon people were enslaved Blacks who fled the oppressive plantations and formed their own communities in Jamaica’s interior. Nanny and her brothers ran away from the plantation and hid in the Blue Mountains area. From there, they led several revolts across Jamaica. Queen Nanny was a well-respected, intelligent spiritual leader who was instrumental in organizing the plans to free enslaved Africans. For over 30 years she freed more than 800 slaves and helped them settle into Maroon communities. She defeated the British in many battles and despite repeated attacks from the British soldiers, Grandy Nanny’s settlement, called Nanny Town, remained under Maroon control for several years. NEXT:Araminta Harriet Ross
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September 16 Declared National Day of Action to Exonerate and Free Imam Jamil Al-Amin September 16 has been declared the National Day of Action to Free Imam Jamil Al-Amin (H. Rap Brown). Among the nationwide events, a National Day of Action Dinner for Imam Al-Amin will be held in support of the Day of Action on Saturday, September 17 at the West End Community Islamic Center. All proceeds will go to the Justice fund, 573 West End Place, Atlanta Georgia 30337. Jamil Al-Amin , formerly known as H.Rap Brown, was wrongfully convicted in The State of Georgia. ImamAl-Amin was housed in solitary confinement at Supermax in Florence,Colorado for seven years. Known as ADX, this federal prison has been dubbed one of the 10 worst prisons in not just the U.S., but the world. It is a super-maximum security facility where Al-Amin has spent 23 hours a day in solitary confinement since he was transferred there from Georgia’s Reidsville State Prison in 2007. He has since been transferred to Canaan USP, in Waymart,PA where he is in general population. For the past 16 years Imam Jamil has been a political prisoner -- unjustly imprisoned for deeply held convictions going all the way back to his days as H. Rap Brown. It was learned through the discovery process, leading up to and during what masqueraded as a trial, that government scrutiny of Imam Jamil (via undercover informants and provocateurs) increased following his embrace of Islam – despite the laudatory work done by him and his community in cleaning up the West End of Atlanta . The ultimate goal of his supporters is to generate the required pressure to exonerate and free Imam Jamil Abdullah Al-Amin!
BLACK LIVES MATTER ACTIVISTS PROTEST ACROSS BRITAIN AGAINST RACIAL INJUSTICE A protest took place in London on August 5, which was matched by demonstrations in other cities. Black Lives Matter U.K. called for a nationwide “shutdown.” Its activists blocked traffic in Nottingham, Birmingham and in London near Heathrow Airport. Demonstrators were protesting an array of injustices, including police brutality; racial disparities in arrests, convictions and sentencing; the treatment of immigrants in detention; inadequate mental health services; and a reported increase in hate crimes since Britain’s decision in a June 23 referendum to leave the European Union. “We are here because we have no choice,” said one activist. “We are here because this is a crisis.” The Black Lives Matter movement, which emerged In the United States in 2013, has spread to several countries, including Britain, Canada and France.
The Life and Death of Dr. Sebi There are those who believe that Dr. Sebi, born Alfredo Bowman—a world-renowned vegetarian herbalist, healer, pathologist and biochemist— had the cure for many of the diseases such as AIDS - that bring devastation and an altered existence before snatching the lives of those who don’t break free. There are many who believe that Dr. Sebi, who was not a licensed physician, became a threat to a multibillion-dollar medical industry that not only relies on continued sickness but also needs it and profits from it.. Dr. Sebi rose to cultlike fame pushing a simple dietary premise: that food is alkaline for the body, and dead foods kill your body’s natural ability to heal and regenerate healing. By eliminating what Dr. Sebi considered toxic foods—like meat, poultry, all processed or synthetic items, alcohol, sugar, fried food and iodized salt—the body could begin detoxing. Replacing those foods with plain ripe fruit; nonstarchy vegetables, especially leafy greens; raw nuts and nut butters; and grains like quinoa, rye and kamut promotes the body’s natural healing properties. In doing so, he claimed to have cured several patients of AIDS, cancer, diabetes and blindness. On May 28, 2016, Dr. Sebi was arrested at Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport in Honduras for carrying some $37,000 in cash. He was released pending a court hearing, only to be rearrested June 3 by the Ministerio Público, Honduras’ version of the FBI, and charged with money laundering. Dr. Sebi remained in custody until Aug. 6, when he was rushed to a local hospital reportedly suffering from complications of pneumonia. Dr. Sebi died en route. He was 82. -The Root
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Merea World Transportation Created in Honor of a Beloved Daughter’s Memory
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y name is Marquita Nailor. I am the proud mother of a beautiful daughter and wonderful teenage girl whose earthly life was taken all too soon. On October 9, 2014 my daughter Sh’merea L. Nailor lost her life tragically to senseless gun violence. Although I continue to mourn her passing, I feel the strength of her spirit with me everyday. Sh’merea, or Merea, for those of us who knew her, was very passionate about her love and relationship with her father, for basketball and her sense of fashion. After reflecting on these things that made Merea the wonderful person Marquita & Sh’merea she was, the idea and need for Merea World Transportation was born. Sh’merea’s father ( like many of our youths fathers) is incarcerated. Despite his unfortunate circumstance, I always felt the need to help and encourage her to nurture the relationship and bond they shared and over the years did my best to take her to visit with him. That is when I learned first hand the difficulties that children and family members face obtaining a means of transportation to see their loved ones who are incarcerated . Merea loved basketball but when she could she participated in all sports . As a “sports mom” for many years I’ve become more and more aware of the various sports events and tournaments our children wish to experience and take part in that often takes place in other cities or states. Its not unusual for a team or individual youth to have to obtain their own means of transportation to get to these events or forgo the opportunity to participate because there is no means of transportation available to them. When I reflect on She’merea and all of the things that she was passionate about, I’m inspired and motivated by her to positively impact our community in her name and hopefully aid in the prevention of further senseless crimes that plague our communities and take lives in the process. It is my belief that Merea World Transportation will act as a two edged sword by providing families with a means of transportation to see and visit loved ones in prison and give children a chance to build a relationship with and learn firsthand from the mistakes of an incarcerated parent, while at the same time giving incarcerated people from our community a positive reinforcement and motivation to return to society and be productive. With these among other things in mind, I have founded Merea World Transportation, with the hope and goal to strengthen family ties and relationships; to provide our children and youth opportunities to pursue their athletic aspirations wherever the venue may be; experiences that will open their eyes to see beyond more than just what is in the street; and to go farther than what’s within walking distance or where public transportation will take them. (Merea World Transportation, Text or Leave a Message (716)939-8892 or www.facebook.com/mereaworldtransportation)
NOW IS THE TIME!! to Register Your Child to Attend a Buffalo Public School Pre-Kindergarten if your child was born in 2012 Kindergarten if your child was born in 2011 Any student new to the District or returning from a private, charter, or parochial school
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Monday –Friday at 33 Ash St. (8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.)
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“Superfoods” For Diabetics It may be wise to add some of these "superfoods" for diabetics to your diet on a regular basis. •1.Fatty Fish Low in Mercury. One of the most important foods for diabetes is seafood, as it provides the essential animal-based omega-3 fat docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) from a food source.Good choices include wild-caught Alaskan sockeye salmon, sardines, anchovies, herring and fish roe. Avoid farm-raised fish, as they can actually be more hazardous than wild in terms of their toxic content. •2.Avocado. Avocado (which is actually a fruit, is a great source of healthy fat, fiber and about 20 different vitamins and minerals, including magnesium. Eating high-fiber foods can … improve weight loss, and make insulin more efficient. •3.Seeds (Sunflower, Black Sesame, Black Cumin, Pumpkin and Chia) Magnesium is a very important nutrient that many are deficient in. Lack of magnesium may raise your risk of insulin resistance. Some of the most magnesium-rich foods are seeds. Avocados also contain
magnesium. •4.Fiber and Digestive-Resistant Carbs Diabetics also need to mind their fiber intake. Research15 shows that people with high intakes of dietary fiber not only have a significantly lower risk of obesity and diabetes, but also a lower risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, hypertension and gastrointestinal ailments.The best sources of fiber in your diet come from whole foods and include the following. Chia seeds Berries A l m o n d s Cauliflower Root vegetables and tubers, such as onions and sweet potatoes Green beans, Peas V e g e t a -
bles, such as broccoli, cauliflower and Brussel sprouts Organic psyllium seed husk ArtichokesFreshly ground flaxseed meal,Black beans. •5.Walnuts:Research shows higher nut consumption is associated with lower body weight, which is helpful for maintaining normal blood sugar levels.22 Walnuts, in particular, are a healthy choice for diabetics as they're high in fiber and healthy fats.Walnuts are great for snacking when you might otherwise be tempted to reach for chips or crackers. You can easily make your own trail mix, combining walnuts, pumpkin seeds and raw cacao nibs, for example.
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FAITH & FAMILY
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“Harvest of Our Love Concert” Open Praise Founders
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n Friday, September 9 at 6:30 p.m., the Taste of Faith Food Pantry is hosting “Harvest of Our Love” at True Bethel Baptist Church, 907 E. Ferry Street. This is a free gospel concert staring Angel Vox, Men in White Choir, True Bethel Baptist Church Spirit of David, True Bethel Baptist Church Voices of Angels and Praise Dancer Solar Ingram. The purpose of this event is to collect non-perishable food items and help support the installation of a much needed new freezer in the food pantry. Taste of Faith Food Pantry is an auxiliary of True Bethel Baptist Church that was established in 1997 and has grown to be one of Buffalo’s premier food banks, providing approximately 4,000 meals for over 500 individuals and families each month. The food bank operates on Wednesday and Friday of each week from 10 am to 2 pm. Wendy Rodgers, Food Bank Coordinator stated, “Buffalo is still among the most poverty ridden cities in America, but it also one of the most charitable. We care about each other as a city. On September 9, let’s show each other some love. Bring a canned good, and join us for a gospel singing good time at Harvest of Our Love!” Admission is free and open to the public.
Day Anniversary
The Open Praise Full Gospel Baptist Church, 761 Fillmore Avenue Buffalo under the pastorship of Bishop A. Boyd, will be celebrating their 25th (Silver) Founders Day and Church Anniversary, September 17, with a banquet at Salvatore’s Gardens and closing out on Sunday the 18. At the Morning Service at 10 a.m., the guest speaker will be Bishop Lewis Spencer of Saints Home COGIC and at 4p.m. with Bishop D. Brown and the New Mt. Arrat Temple of Prayer will be our guest. All are welcome and invited to celebrate with us. Our contact person is Sister Betty Lewis 833-8749 or Deacon Milton Rus-sell 876-4389
FAITH & FAMILY
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Public Meeting at Elim Christian Fellowship September 8
VOICE-Buffalo to Seek Pledges from Candidates for DA to Lower Local Prisoner Population
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powerful, compelling Public Meeting held by VOICE-Buffalo will take place on Thursday, September 8 at 7 p.m. at Elim Christian Fellowship, 70 Chalmers Avenue. At that meeting, VOICE-Buffalo will ask each candidate for DA individually to pledge that if elected he will work with us
and other community leaders to implement changes that will lower the prison population in the Holding Center and County Jail. Specifically each will be asked to: 1) Establish a policy of allowing those who commit a first time non-violent offense to choose a restorative
justice program to resolve the offense. If successfully completed, the record of the arrest would be expunged. If not, the criminal prosecution would resume. 2) Identify individuals who have committed a crime because of a mental illness, PTSD, or drug addiction and attempt, wherever possible, to send them for clinical treatment instead of prosecuting them criminally and incarcerating them. 3) Support for Crisis Intervention Training for law enforcement officers and judges so that problems caused by mental health issues and/or substance abuse can be recognized from the outset and treated appropriately in the community. 4) Coordinate a task force of community leaders, members of the Judiciary, the Erie County Mental Health and Social Services Divisions, and other service providers to explore creating a Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) Program similar to the one in
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Seattle, and to consider creating a Diversion Center to reduce the number of costly and inappropriate admissions to the ECMC Psychiatric Emergency Center. Facts: From 1980 to 2008, the number of people incarcerated in America quadrupled, from roughly 500,000 to 2.3 million people. Today, the US is 5% of the world’s population and has 25% of the world’s prisoners. Combining the number of people in prison and jail with those under parole or probation supervision, 1 in every 31 adults, or 3.2 percent of the population is under some form of correctional control. African Americans now constitute nearly 1 million of the total 2.3 million incarcerated population. African Americans are incarcerated at nearly six times the rate of whites. Together, African American and Hispanics comprised 58% of all prisoners in 2008, even though African Americans and Hispanics make up approximately one quarter of the US population.
The state of affairs in Erie County is no different. In our county the frequency of drug offenses between African American and Anglo young adults is roughly equal. Yet while the African American population of Erie County is 14%, they constitute 43% of those arrested for drug offenses and 67% of those convicted and sentenced. Approximately (L to R): Rev. Kinzer Pointer, Rev. Rachelle Sat’chell Robinson, 35% of our prison population is considered mentally John Flynn, Rev. Dennis Lee, Rev. Cary L. Beckwith, VOTE ill. Prisons are not meant to SEPT. Rev. Chan-Tell King-Beckwith, and Rev. Frank Bostic. be mental health institutions. 13th By incarcerating those with mental health and addiction twitter: @FlynnforDA Facebook.com/FlynnforDA FlynnforDistrictAttorney.com issues and not treating and supporting them we are dam• Town Attorney - Town of Tonawanda aging human lives, separating A n s w e r i n g y o u r• Judge q u e sAdvocate t i o n s General’s a b o u t Corps (JAG) families,- and paying inordic r e m a t i o n a n d b u r i a l . . . nate amounts of tax dollars to U.S. Navy Reserve support this system. It costs $63,875 annually to house an • Professor of political science - Buffalo inmate. Most cemeteries allow 1 or 2 burials in a single grave. At
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VOICE-Buffalo: VOICE-Buffalo is a powerful organization of 60 faith communities and organizations working together to improve For example, if a couple chooses side-by-side casketed the quality of life in Western New burial in 2 graves, there’s room for them and up 6 other York. Recently VOICE’s Crimimembers of their family. This can represent a significant nal Justice Task Force helped to cost savings for the family. But more importantly, it can reinstate the Local Conditional make it possible for you and your dearest loved ones to • Erie County Assistant District Attorney Release- Program in Erie Counremain together forever. ty. In addition to churches and Homicide Bureau mosques, VOICE includes Catholic Charities, Niagara Frontier • Judge - Town of Tonawanda City Ministries, PUSH Buffalo, If you have any questions about 1411 Delaware Ave ● Buffalo, NY 14209 Back to Basics Outreach Miniscremation or burial, give us a call forest-lawn.com tries, the SSJ Sister Karen Klim• Councilmember - Town of Tonawanda at (716) 885-1600. czak Center, and 1199 SEIU and NYSUT. • Professor of ethics - U.S. Naval Academy
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REV. AND MRS. HILLIARD
“Pressing for 100!”
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n August 14, 2016 The Humboldt Parkway Baptist Church family along with the Hilliard family, friends from near and far gathered together at the New Golden Nugget for the 90th birthday celebration of Reverend John T. Hilliard! Reverend Hilliard is the beloved pastor (44 years) of the Humboldt Parkway Baptist Church. The birthday celebration program began with a solo selection “Ride On King Jesus” by Mezzo-Soprano and niece Rae-Myra Hilliard. Expressions of love were shared on behalf of area Pastors and Ministers from Reverend William Gillison Moderator of the Great Lakes Baptist Association, Deacon Donald Bradley Chairman of the Humboldt Parkway Baptist Church Deacon Board spoke on behalf of the Humboldt church family. Last but not least; comical reflections were shared by Reverend’s daughter Linda Williams on behalf of family members. A moving tribute from son Darryl Hilliard to his dad was also shared. The “icing on the cake” was the proclamation read by Mayor Brown proclaiming “August 14, 2016” as Reverend John T. Hilliard Day!” A most wonderful time was had by all ! As Reverend Hilliard always states: “I’m pressing for 100 !!!” -Submitted by Carol Melson
St. John AME Church Community Calendar
917 Garden Pkwy. N.F. Rev. Dion S. Greer, Sr., M.Div., Pastor *LAY ORGANIZATIION BLACK TIE DINER: Friday, September 9, Frontier Volunteer Co. 2176 Liberty Drive, Niagara Falls, 6 p.m. $30 per person. *MEN’S DAY KICK OFF BREAKFAST: Saturday, September 10, 8:30 am., St. John’s AME Church, 917 Garden Avenue, N.F. $10 adults, $5 youth. *TRUSTEES CHIVETTA DINNER SALE: Sunday, Sept. 25, St. John’s AME Church, 917 Garden Avenue, 1-4 pm. $10 per dinner FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 285-6432.
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ON STAGE *Niagara Falls 9th Annual Blues Festival,
“Power of the blues”: Sept. 16,17 & 18; Marsha McWilson & “Bluz” Queen Claudette King, daughter of the late, great BB King, will perform at “Sunday Gospel Bruch” event Sept. 18, noon – 8 p.m.Also appearing will be James P. Smith Jr. Admission is free. www.NiagaraFallsBluesFest.org
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Artist LeRoi Johnson with painting of his brother Rick James.
Local Artist Receives International Exposure
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ocal artist LeRoi Johnson recently received international attention when his work adorned the cover of Art Tour International Magazine; a publication with over 2 million readers in 192 countries! LeRoi, an attorney and former manager of his brother Rick James’ career, was born in Buffalo into a family of eight siblings,. The successful attorney and award-winning artist creates abstract expressionistic paintings that combine impressionism, symbolism, and fauvism. Johnson works with intense colors and a striking variety of textures. He calls his art form, “electric primitive.” A self-trained artist, he began painting at a very young age. He received his only formal art training at his high school art classes and later continued painting during his law school years, documenting his life during that period. His works have been shown in numerous international exhibitions in the United States, Africa, South America, and Europe for over a decade. Working with acrylics and oils, Johnson boldly pioneered his new “electric primitive” art form. Strong African influences can be seen in the African tribal icons and symbolism in his paintings. His use of space and density creates welcoming pieces, portraying culture through nature. His upbringing, education, career (both in law and art), and his travels to Europe and South America have all been a great influence on his art. Initially his work was mostly autobiographical and his personal life experiences were intricately woven into his work, as he successfully fused African themes and geometric abstracts. His work was also featured on the August 17 cover of ArtVoice along with a two-page cover story. Congratulations LeRoi!
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Community Health Center of Buffalo Hosts Grand Opening for Niagara Falls Site
The Buffalo Association of Black Social Workers to Host 2nd Annual Legends Luncheon Prior to Luncheon a Free, open to the Public “Ma’at to Maafa To Sankofa” Screening will take place
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n Saturday, August 20, 2016, the Community Health Center of Niagara located at 2715 Highland Avenue, Niagara Falls, New York, celebrated its official grand opening complete with a ribbon cutting ceremony, facility tours, a back to school giveaway and a 1.2 mile parade down Highland Avenue. The Community Health Center of Niagara (CHCN) is one of five satellite sites (Buffalo, Lockport, Niagara Falls, Sanborn and Cheektowaga) under the umbrella of the Community Health Center of Buffalo, a federally qualified health center located at 34 Benwood Avenue in Buffalo, New York. The mission of the center and its’ satellites is to provide comprehensive, culturally competent care without regard for ability to pay. Most all insurances are accepted and a sliding fee scale based on income and family size is available at all sites for those who don’t currently have access to insurance. The three story, 24,320-square-foot facility will replace its former location in the Mizer Building located on 10th Street. At a press conference which followed the parade, Dr. LaVonne Ansari, CEO, stated, “This is really a project of love and faith! This building is a five million dollar building with no mortgage.” The Center was awarded a $5 million dollar grant in 2012 by the United States Health Resource Services Administration for the construction of the building to help reduce and manage chronic disease. Niagara County Legislator Owen Steed said “the Community Health Center will continue to strengthen this area that at one time seemed to be forgotten.” Legislator Steed was among many elected officials who participated in the grand opening ceremonies, including Mayor Paul Dyster. Rev. Ray Allen, President of the Niagara Min-
isterial Council, City Councilmembers Ezra Scott, Charles Walker, and Kenneth Tompkins, NYS Assemblyman John D. Ceretto, representatives from Millennium Collaborative Care, Fidelis Insurance, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, the Highland Avenue Revitalization Center, Niagara Falls satellite of the Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers, Niagara Falls Fire Department, The OG Cruisers, Exclusive Dance Team, the African American Cultural Center and many more participated in the parade down Highland Avenue to Profit Lane. One area resident commented on the parade saying, “There hasn’t been a parade down Highland in over 30 years…. it shows you guys really want us to know you are there and that you care.”
he Buffalo Association of Black Social Workers will host its second annual Legends and Scholarship Luncheon on Saturday, September 10 at the Adams Mark Hotel, 120 Church Street from 1-4 p.m. The keynote speaker is Rev. Dr. Johnny Ray Youngblood of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church, Brooklyn, New York . The theme is “Our Reality, Let Me Guide You Through.” Tickets are $45. Prior to the Luncheon, on Fri- Rev. Dr. Johnny Ray Youngblood day, September 9th, the community is invited to a free screening of “From Ma’at to Maafa to Sankofa” at the Buffalo Museum of Science from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. presente.d by Anyika K.K.S. Nkululeko, MSW. The 2016 Legends Award recipients are: •Dawoud S. Adeyola, M.Ed, Legend Service Award •Charles L. Fowler, LCSW-R , Quintessential Service Award •Joseph Brown, MSW, Iconic Service Award •Lorraine Wright, LCSW-R 1, Epic Service Award •Margaret Hamilton, Paradigm Service Award The 2016 Scholarship recipients include: •Danyelle Truesdale, BA, Buffalo State University •Travis Brown, MSW, State University at Buffalo Tickets to the luncheon are $45 per person, Table of ten $400.00 For tickets call 716-308-0334 or reach Us on Facebook or buffaloabsw@yahoo.com
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Memorial Birthday Fundraiser to SOLO Launches 8th Honor Rian N’Kole Davis Annual Operation he Poppy Kidz Klub has been birthed from the tragic and School Supplies & T very untimely death of a precious child, Rian N’Kole Davis, so young and dear to the hearts of her family and community. Discount Haircuts for As a living testament to how loving and the immense joy she Back to School! brought to so many, the group is building a Kidz Fund to give under privileged children in Buffalo and surrounding areas the opportunity to experience some of the wide variety of cultural and social entertainment available within our community and near by areas.
The Poppy Kids Fund Foundation will provide financial freedom from the cost of admission to these events, which may give some hope and comfort to families who are in need and distress from whatever tragic life situations they currently find themselves in. A Memorial Birthday Fundraiser, in honor of Rian N’Kole Davis, will be held Saturday, September 10, from 3 to 8p.m. at the Delavan Grider Community Center, 877 E. Delavan Avenue. The first 100 children, under the age of 5, attending the event, will receive Poppy Kidz Klub Buttons. Come out and enjoy games, fun, novelties, prizes, food, and a bounce house. Please respond by phone or e-mail 716-471-0453 or lecandice920@gmail.com Make checks payable to: Delavan Grider Community Center, in care of Poppy Kids Klub.
SOLO Productions, Incorporated will kick off the 2016 back-to-school season with its 8th annual Operation School Supplies Campaign On Wednesday August 31 beginning at 11a.m. SOLO Productions will give away book bags full of supplies at SOLO Unisex Salon, located at 3081 Main Street in Buffalo. Students ages 18 and under will also be able to receive discounted haircuts for $5 between the hours of 11am-8pm. Free food and giveaways will also be provided. Operation School Supplies provides needed supplies to low-income families across the City of Buffalo. For many of these families, back to school season is also a reminder that they may not be able to afford the basic supplies- including pens, pencils, notebooks, backpacks and art supplies their kids will need to be prepared when school starts.
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Jackie Robinson in 1972:
‘I Cannot Stand and Sing the Anthem; I Cannot Salute the Flag’
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ackie Robinson, in his 1972 autobiography, I Never Had It Made, described the moment when he realized that he could not “stand and sing the anthem,” nor “salute the flag,” which calls to mind recent statements made by San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick. Robinson strongly indicted this nation on charges of racism, classism and bigotry: There I was, the Black grandson of a slave, the son of a Black sharecropper, part of a historic occasion, a symbolic hero to my people. The air was sparkling. The sunlight was warm. The band struck up the national anthem. The flag billowed in the wind. It should have been a glorious moment for me as the stirring words of the national anthem poured from the stands. Perhaps, it was, but then again, perhaps, the anthem could be called the theme song for a drama called The Noble Experiment. Today, as I look back on that opening game of my first World Series, I must tell you that it was Mr. Rickey’s drama and that I was only a principal actor. As I write this twenty years later, I cannot stand and sing the anthem. I cannot salute the flag; I know that I am a Black man in a White world. In 1972, in 1947, at my birth in 1919, I know that I never had it made. Kaepernick shared a similar sentiment after his game against Green Bay last Friday: “I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses Black people and people of color. To me, this is bigger than football and it would be selfish on my part to look the other way. There are bodies in the street and people getting paid leaveand getting away with murder.” Kaepernick has since doubled down on his stance, despite many White Americans completely becoming unhinged at the thought of a man of color not showing gratitude or pledging allegiance to a country that continues to extrajudicially kill Black, Brown and indigenous people with impunity. Despite
the nation’s history of activist athletes—including Muhammad Ali, who in 1966 refused to serve in the Vietnam War; Tommie Smith and John Carlos, who raised their fists in a Black power salute at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City as “The Star-Bangled Banner” played—their friend and ally Peter Norman standing beside them in solidarity; and Mahmoud Abdul Rauf, who in 1995 refused to participate in the “nationalistic ritualism” of recognizing the flag and singing the anthem—racists in this country continue to feign surprise that blacks in America are not eternally grateful for the “privilege” of not being in chains. In 1947, Jackie Robinson felt the beautiful burden of Blackness as “The Star-Bangled Banner” played. His dual consciousness, something that even during the last year of his life he could not quite explain, is evident in each word of his book. The gravitational pull of racism at odds with the euphoric pull of patriotic possibilities is what continues to keep many people of color off-balance, slipping and sliding on streets filled with the blood of our children and the tears of those who love them. We know that “we never had it made.” And continuing to salute, stand at attention or place our hands over our hearts in honor of a symbol that has doubled as a noose around the necks of generations of Black Americans, especially those who seek liberation, will ensure that we nev Robinson’s words are ancestral wisdom. They are both road map and blueprint, waiting on us to find and build upon his understanding that “liberty and justice for all” is a red, white and blue lie. And what has once again been made clear in the last few days is that many White Americans just can’t handle the truth. Kirsten West Savali is a cultural critic and an associate editor at The Root. She was named to Ebony magazine’s 2015 “Power 100” list and awarded a 2015 Harry Frank Guggenheim Fellowship. Her provocative commentary explores the intersections of race, social justice, religion, feminism, politics and pop culture. Follow her on Twitter.
Birth of a Nation: The True Story of Right Reverend Nat Turner
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By The Mighty O’Ba Pat Freeman
he Sundance Film festival, whose mission as a non profit organization is to actively promote independent story tellers in film and theater, were brought their feet in applause by the film Birth of a Nation. So many have already acclaimed that this film could be a masterpiece of a generation because of the nature of such a compelling true story. It’s because of this that those that are dedicated to protecting White supremacy and the narrative that has been attached to it began attacking the deficiency of its creators Nathaniel Parker and Jean Celestin. These two college roommates made the mistake of their lives at Penn State University in 1999 when they were both charged with rape, and sexual assault. The victim’s name will not be mentioned but both of the accused were eventually cleared of any wrong doing. Though cleared, the decision of this act, indeed not determined to be criminal, is one of the worse problems on college campuses today. The effort nationwide to stop date rape and sexual assaults on college campuses has now become a nationwide priority. There is no doubt in the evidence of this case that Nathaniel Parker and Jean Celestin made the wrong decision 17 years ago. So why are the sharks attacking them with such veracity on such a sensitive subject? The sharks are prosecuting the creators of this film on this subject which is a nationwide problem, however their goal is not to address the problem of
“We wish to plead our own cause. Too long have others spoken for us.” - John Russwurm, Freedom’s Journal. 1827 America’s 1st Black Newspaper
the abuse of women, but to discredit the creators of this generational film Birth of a Nation. You see this film rebukes the traditional slave narrative of the docile enslaved African, and embraces the truth of constant rebellion against the crimes of White America against an innocent people. That it was a Christian preacher who was supposed to use European Christianity as the modus operandi to harness the spirit of the enslaved was the leader of this revolt will resonate in a Christian culture dominated by the prosperity version of Christianity that puts everything on our Creator without putting in the work here on this Earth. This story is a threat to a narrative that has enabled the Black preacher to emerge as pulpit pimps rather than leaders of revolution. Those that protect White privilege immediately said we must discredit the messenger so this impactful film will not resonate the truth about the inhumanity of enslavement, and the debt owed to its survivors. Unfortunately for the sharks this film will serve two purposes now as it will increase awareness to college sexual assaults, and will further open the door to the reality of the true story of an enslaved African preacher that received a vision to rise up and fight tyranny at every level no matter the cost. The truth about enslavement in this country was a never ending rebellion that saw those enslaved never accept the aggression of those who proclaimed liberty and freedom for some, and inhumanity to Africans that were the victims. We must go see this film Birth of a Nation: The true story of Nat Turner!!!
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Buffalo Police Get Failing Grade for Actions to Address Gun Violence
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t’s undeniable that doing the same thing the same way -while expecting different results -- is an unsensible prescription for failure. Now, to the point. The actions of the Buffalo Police Department (BPD) -- to address the gun violence - have been with longevity -- ineffective, essentially inappropriate and disappointing (to be polite). Sadly, according to news media reports, 37 people were shot in July. At yearto-date (August 23), there have been 29 homicides and 26 of them occurred from guns. There were 5 killings by mid-August, alone. The bullets have not discriminated. Men and women have lost their lives. Two young boys remain hospitalized (August 29) with life-threatening bodily damage. (One of them was shot in the head while just sitting in a car. The other child has some paralysis and major speech problems.) The gun attacks are rapidly increasing. Figuratively, guns seem to be almost vending machine accessible. It obvious the BPD needs immediate assistance from outside the department. There must be relevant, expanded initiatives far beyond the bogus guns buy-back and periodic raids when there is a brief shower of grant money. Main source gun dealers seem untargeted. If so, the results have not been reported on the 11 o’clock news. Territorial issues must not prevent the BPD from seeking HELP from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF). Years ago during a television news interview, an ATF agent stated the bureau must be invited by local law enforcement. That invitation from the BPD is overdue and definitely justified. (Also, the FBI should be included.) Increasingly, it seems there’s an unrealistic expectation that citizens need to be crime stoppers/solvers. That’s the realm of those officers depended upon “to protect and serve” (even though the mission statement has been downgraded to “improve the quality of life in the City of Buffalo.”) Of course there is an understandable reluctance for witnesses to come forward. (In one instance a female witness left town but she was assassinated.) Enough said.
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continued make a difference. “We’ve got everything right here to do what
we need…But we can’t be afraid…to unite…with people you may have differences with…you can’t be afraid of unity…of falling in love with each other !” Captain Muhammad, who was trained by the Nation of Islam for over 30 years, founded the PeaceKeepers Global Initiative, which he describes as a community action plan to promote peace, love and unity in communities plagued by crime and gun violence. The initiative teaches courage and pride, by calling upon the men to take responsibility in protecting the women, children and elderly within their communities. Under the tutelage of Captain Muhammad, participants sundergo training and upon completion the participants take what they learned out into the streets wearing their orange Tshirts with the words “10,000 Fearless” to demonstrate an “Hour of Peace.” Overall, the program’s objective is to: 1.Implement “New Norms,” establishing new rules of conduct and behavior by which the young people (in particular) and community (in general) must be governed by. 2. Deem every community PeaceKeeper safe. 3. Shift the paradigm of thought in our communities to the reality that we can change our neighborhoods by changing our behavior. For more information call 716-348-1426.
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Comprehensive Housing Plan Addresses Diverse Needs The Assembly also recognizes that as parents of children with developmental disabilities age, they deserve peace of mind that their loved ones are being supported and cared for. The Assembly plan supports a significant CRYSTAL PEOPLES- t a r g e t e d investSTOKES ment in affordable housing units for these vulnerable developmentally disabled individuals. Additionally,
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while a series of successful actions have been taken to assist individuals living with HIV and AIDS, the Assembly Majority is proposing additional funding for services and support to allow this population to receive the assistance they need to maintain stable housing. It is unconscionable and irresponsible to neglect the housing needs of those who need it most. Funding New Senior Housing Programs Seniors all across New York State are also in need of safe and affordable housing options. There are currently 2.6 million seniors living in New York State and studies suggest that number could increase by
40 percent by the year 2040. Although many seniors would prefer to continue living in the homes they’re familiar with, and the Assembly is very supportive of those efforts, for many that is simply not an option. As rents continue to rise, seniors living on a fixed income are struggling to find housing that suits their unique needs. Additionally, many seniors fall prey to unscrupulous actors and suffer the injustice of being forced out of their homes through tenant harassment and a wanton disregard of rent regulation laws. Our plan would fund a new senior housing program and help to prevent seniors from having to make difficult decisions about their living arrangements. I am proud that everyone the Assembly, the Senate, and the Governor - recognized the need to invest in housing and agreed to an unprecedented $2 billion commitment in the budget. It’s time to get serious about how this money will be allocated. Millions of New Yorkers who are struggling to keep their heads above water are counting on us. I urge my colleagues in the Senate and the Governor to join us in making a real difference in the lives of the people we serve.
Erie County Board of Elections Absentee Voting The Erie County Board of Elections announced that their office will be open for absentee voting for the Tuesday, September 13th Primary Election from 9am- 5pm each working day up to and including Monday, September 12. Extended hours for Absentee Voting In addition, the office will be open extended hours for absentee voting on: •Thurs. September 1 until7pm •Sat. Sept. 3 ,9am to 12noon •Tuesday Sept. 6 until 7pm •Thursday Sept. 8 until 7pm •Saturday September 10 9am to Noon The last day to apply in person for an absentee ballot is Monday September 12 Please be advised this Primary Election pertains to only those registered voters who are enrolled in a political party that is having a contest. An absentee ballot application can be found on their website: www. elections.erie.gov Call the Absentee Ballot Department at 858-7818 or 8587819 if you have any questions.
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LEGAL NOTICE Supplemental Summons STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF ERIE SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Index No. 803048/2016 LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff, -vs- ANY UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, DISTRIBUTEES OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OF THE LATE TRACIE FUHRMAN, IF LIVING, AND IF ANY BE DEAD, ANY AND ALL PERSONS WHO ARE SPOUSES, WIDOWS, GRANTEES, MORTGAGEES, LIENORS, HEIRS, DEVISEES, DISTRIBUTEES, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OF SUCH OF THEM AS MAY BE DEAD, AND THEIR SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, DISTRIBUTEES AND SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST, ALL OF WHOM AND WHOSE NAMES AND PLACES OF RESIDENCE ARE UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA BY THE INTERNAL, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, CACH, LLC, and JOHN DOE, Defendants. To the above named Defendants: You are hereby summoned to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or if the complaint is not served with this summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff’s attorneys within thirty days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service, and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of Honorable Dennis E. Ward, Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, signed the 1st of August, 2016, at Buffalo, New York. Tax I.D. No. 54.29-1-11 All that tract or parcel of land situate in the Town of Tonawanda, County of Erie and State of New York, being part of Lot Number 26, Township 12, Range 8 of the Holland Land Company’s Survey and further distinguished as the north 1 foot of Subdivision Lot Number 3 and the south 45 feet of Subdivision Lot Number 4, as shown on map entitled “Palumbo Parker Park, Part 1” filed in Erie County Clerk’s Office under Cover Number 1833, situate on the west side of Parker Boulevard and being 46 feet front and rear by 150 feet in depth. Subject to easements, covenants, and restriction of record. These premises are also known as 2354 Parker Boulevard, Tonawanda, NY 14150. WOODS OVIATT GILMAN LLP Attorney for Plaintiff 700 Crossroads Building 2 State Street Rochester, NY 14614 Tel.: (585) 987-2800
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Cariol Horne will be honored as Umoja’s Woman of the Year on Sunday, September 11 from 6-10 p.m. at Musicians Big 6 at Fox and E. North, hosted by Bro. Sam Radford. Featured will be live music by Oasis and Sabu Adeyola and a dinner buffet catered by Umoja. Tickets may be purchased at Bus Stop Liquor, 11 Grider St. or call Bro. Peoples at 892-3462.
AUTO SALES Paddock James Talford (JT), Sales (716)261-1096/908-9926 3232 Delaware Ave.
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TAILORS Ann Rhod’s Tailoring 3185 Bailey Ave. (716) 838-5633
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Eva Noles Scholarship Book Fair: Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Carlton 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Hustle for Health Seniors line dance fitness class with Phyllis Caver at Gloria J Parks Community Center 3242 Main St, Buffalo. Every Wednesday 11am - 12pm Call 716 832 1010
Khametic Ascendants: 9-10 a.m. & 12:30 a.m. (after midnight), Channel 20. The Durham Central City Baby Café: every Wed. and Thurs. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 E. Eagle. Dinner free! 885-6348.
SEPTEMBER Thursday September 1 Back To School Rally for All Children of Ellicott District: 422 Pratt Center, 5:30-7 p.m., sponsored by CouncilMember Darius Pridgen. Friday September 2
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Buffalo Solidarity Pre-Labor Day Rally in Niagara Square: 3-6 p.m. For info (716) 6025877. (See Page 3) Saturday September 3 National Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration: hosted by Goya Foods, CanalSide, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; FoodTaste, Arts & crafts, vendors & more. Thursday September 8 911 Tribute: The Salvation Army-Golden Age Center 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at 960 Main Street.
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