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INSIDE ROCHESTER Shani Curry Mitchell Is Running to Win! Page 2

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ELECT DEMOCRAT SHANI CURRY MITCHELL Monroe County District Attorney 5 VOTE TUES, NOV. NEW EARLY VOTING OCT. 26 - NOV 3!

Shani Curry Mitchell Is Challenging Her Republican Ex-Boss In Monroe County’s Next District Attorney Race

epublican Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley will face Shani Curry Mitchell next week, a Democrat who would be the second African American woman ever elected to a district attorney’s office in New York State. Mitchell, a career prosecutor and former defense lawyer who got her start working under Georgia’s first African American district attorney, Paul Howard, is a Rochester native running with the support of the Working Families Party and Shaun King’s Real Justice PAC. She was also, until very recently, a prosecutor working under Doorley. Her experience with the criminal justice system is particularly personal: In 2002, while working as a prosecutor in Atlanta, her sister was murdered. Flying back and forth between New York and Georgia, Mitchell sat through the whole trial. Fed up with Doorley’s tough-on-crime tactics—the Republican is a critic of discovery reform, ending cash bail, and legalizing marijuana—Mitchell quit her job last year. Campaigning on a platform of ending the “over-prosecution” of the poor and people of color, she says she will stop prosecuting marijuana cases and seeking cash bail. If she defeats her old boss next week , she will join a wave of new progressive prosecutors, including Philadelphia’s Larry Krasner, Boston’s Rachael Rollins, and St. Louis’s Wesley Bell, seeking to upend a half century of retrograde criminal justice policy.(Excerpted from an article by Ross Barkan, The Nation, August 2019)

More Democrats than ever Registered to Vote in Monroe County

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Monroe County, NY (WHAM) - The face of Monroe County's electorate is changing. Numbers provided by the Monroe County Board of Elections show more Democrats than ever are registered to vote on Election Day, Nov. 5. The latest numbers from the B.O.E show Democrats make up 41 percent of all eligible voters in the county. Meanwhile, Republicans make up 27 percent of voters.In addition, statistics show 21 percent are not affiliated with any political party.

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Vote Marvin L. Stepherson For Monroe County Legislator Dear Monroe County Voter, This election is critical and will determine the future of our community. I’ve worked my whole career as: s s

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Public safety, inclusion, fair wages, and improving quality of life in Chili are paramount in my campaign to represent you as a Monroe County Legislator.

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AREA BRIEFS Event Marking the 25th Anniversary of the Genocide In Rwanda to be Held at Daemen Dr. Aimable Twagilimana of Buffalo State College, will be the keynote speaker at the 25th Anniversary event marking the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi people in Rwanda at Damen College. The program will be held Thursday, November 7 from 7-8:30 p.m., in Rosary Hall, 4380 Main Street. The theme is “What Happened Then and Dr. Aimable Twagilimana Why it Matters Now.” The event is free and open to the public and is sponsored by the History Science Department, the African Student Association and the Black Student Union at Daemen. For more information contact Dr. Joseph Sankoh at jsankoh@daemenedu

Raul Vazquez, MD Honored as EPIC Hero EPIC – Every Person Influences Children has announced that Raul Vazquez, MD will receive the Robert M. Bennett Award for Service to Community. Dr. Vazquez is founder of Urban Family Practice and Greater Buffalo United Accountable Healthcare Network (GBUAHN). As president of GBUAHN, he leads a team of experts with 40 years of combined mediDr. Raul Vazquez cal experience providing care to the poor through a single physician-patient relationship. Dr. Vazquez and other EPIC Heroes will be celebrated at the EPIC Heroes Awards Reception on Thursday, November 7 at 6 p.m. at the Atrium @ Rich’s. More information is available at www.epicforchildren.org. Other awardees include: Sandra B. Rifkin, Lifetime Achievement Award; Mary H. Gresham, Ph.D., Robert L. Wilson Award for Exceptional Service and Leadership; State Farm, William B. Hoyt Award for Service to Families; and The Gloria J. Parks Community Center, Eugene T. Reville Award for Service to Education.

Will Jeffrey Elder Become Niagara Falls First Black Mayor? Niagara Falls Mayor Paul A. Dyster, a Democrat, is stepping down after 12 years in office, and there are five hopefuls running to replace him. Among the candidates is Jeffrey Elder, the only African American in the race who is looking to make history by becoming the first Black mayor of Niagara Falls. Elder, an Independent candidate on the Dynamic New Future Line, was born and raised in Niagara Falls and attended LaSalle Sr. High School where he excelled in sports. A United States Air Force veteran, he was selected to fly five Presidential campaigns and two secret Presidential missions to war zones in Baghdad and Iraq during his career while stationed at Andrews Airforce Base Elder, 57, who also worked at the Department of Homeland Security, said his first priority if elected would be to open the city’s books to make sure there has been no abuse of the funds. He has said he is also concerned about the area’s decline and will use his international and national experience and contacts to revive the city. This is Elder’s first political campaign, but he was able to gather an impressive 2,678 sigJeffrey Elder natures to make the November ballot. He said reaction to his candidacy has been encouraging. “In recent months, I, along with a growing band of supporters, have criss-crossed the neighborhoods of Niagara Falls and found thousands of voters who are desperate for a change in our city,” stated Elder. “I will continue our efforts to be a catalyst for that change with a concerted campaign to use the bottom line of the ballot to bring about a Dynamic New Future To Niagara Falls and our region as a whole. “I believe this uniquely qualifies me to be the next mayor of the City of Niagara Falls.” Elder is a graduate of the University of Maryland, University College with a B A in Emergency Management. He and his wife, Vicki have two daughters, Brianna (29) and Danielle (23) and two grandchildren ages 7 years and 18 months.

“It Ain’t Over Til It’s Over”: Vote Nov. 5th!

There is an election next Tuesday, Election Day, November 5 (plus Early Voting is still available now until Sunday November 3 from noon – 6 p.m. ) and your vote matters! In this heavily democratic city, normally if a candidate wins in the Primary election, he/she is guaranteed victory in the general – which is one reason voter turnout is often worse in November. Many assume after the Primary the elections are over. But there are several seats still being challenged in the upcoming November 5th general election where all parties participate – from Democrat to Write-In candidates. Flash! There is an election next Tuesday, November 5 (Plus Early Voting now till Sunday November 3 from noon – 6 p.m. ) Your vote still counts! Here’s a look at those races: 1st Legislative District (2 Year Term) Howard Johnson Democrat Katrinna Martin, Working Families

Masten Council Member (4 Year Term) Ulysees O. Wingo Democrat Veronica Golden Working Families Party

2nd Legislative District (2 Year Term) April N. McCants-Baskin Democrat Cariol J. Horne Green Party

Niagara Council Member (4 Year Term) David A. Rivera Democrat, Independence Mark T. Supples Republican, Conservative

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Fillmore Council Member (4 Year Term) Mitch Nowakowski Democrat, Independence Raymond Brinson Conservative Mohammed Jahangir Alam United Fillmore District Party David P. Howard Choice Party

University Council Member (4 Year Term) Rasheed N. Wyatt Democrat, Independence Dorethea Franklin Green Party

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Lovejoy Council Member (4 Year Term) Bryan J. Bollman Democrat Antionette T. Craig Lovejoy United Party

EARLY VOTING UPDATE Erie County Board of Elections Commissioners Ralph M. Mohr and Jeremy J. Zellner announced that 1,526 ballots were cast on the second day of early voting in Erie County. That brings the two-day total to 4,951 or .83 percent of the county’s registered voters. The Board of Elections will issue a daily advisory regarding vote totals through the end of early voting, which is 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3. Weekend poll hours are noon to 6 p.m. Weekday hours are noon to 9 pm.

Buffalo Comptroller (4 Year Term) Barbara Miller Williams Democrat, Working Families, Inependence Ross M. Kostecky Republican

WRITE IN CANDIDATES Nate Boyd Tyshone Peete Taniqua Simmons Also on the ballot but not facing any opponents are: Chief Judge City Court (10 Year Term) Hon. Craig D. Hannah Ellicott Council Member (4 Year Term) Darius Pridgen Democrat In the race for Buffalo City Court Judge (10 Year Term) there are only two candidates running for two seats on the bench: Lenora Foote Beavers, Democrat, Republican, Working Families, Green Party & Independence

Peter J. Savage Democrat

Harriet Tubman

HARRIET TUBMAN side from helping her family (and thousands more) escape enslavement, Harriet Tubman led troops in combat, cured a disease, and was generally way more phenomenal than history generally portrays her. Born Araminta "Minty" Harriet Ross in Maryland around 1822, "Harriet" adopted her mother's name after escaping enslavement in 1849. She lived a remarkably full life, especially for an AfricanAmerican woman of that time period. She died of pneumonia on March 10, 1913 at 91, at a charity home she founded in Auburn, New York. The movie “Harriet,” based on the true story about her extraordinary life, opens in theatres on Friday, November 1. Here is what we know: *Tubman's code name was "Moses," and she was illiterate her entire life. Other Underground Railroad code names included "Canaan" for Canada and spiritual songs for directions along the Railroad. Since few enslaved Africans were literate, the route of the Underground Railroad had to be accessible to everyone. Tubman used the stars and mosses in the woods to guide her in aiding escapees. *When she was enslaved as a teenager , an overseer threw a metal weight at another slave, but it hit Tubman instead. As a result of the head injury, she would often go into sleeping spells and was difficult to wake. She considered the dreams she had during these spells to be religious visions and her religiosity was a guiding reason to helping slaves escape.

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SOUL ORGANIC Can You Dig It? By Deidra M. Emel (aka. Sis. Benaiah)

od has seasons and cycles and it behooves us to recognize them and be in sync. When the shackles of our eyes are falling and societal mufflers are taken off, we can experience the unity of God in creation within us around us and under our feet! At this time of year, in the North, most plants have come to fruition, fulfilling their potential. Their flowers have bloomed and shown their glory. Once the plant bears fruit and seed, the energy goes back to its roots. Roots carry the life force of a plant. What is a root anyway? It is an original source of the plant. It's the part that attaches itself to the ground or a support, typically underground conveying water and nourishment to the rest of the plant through its numerous fibers and branches. Herbs such as burdock’s roots are harvested during this time of year. Other root vegetables, such as beets, potatoes, carrots, and yams are ready to be harvested, also. There are various methods that are used to harvest roots, depending on how deep they are, for deep roots such as burdock, you first need to dig around the plant to begin loosening the dirt and the plant. Then use a pitch fork/hand trowel to loosen the dirt in twisting motions. Issues in our lives individually and societal, all have roots and we must recognize that it takes more than one method to dig out the roots of oppression or of abuse, etc.

VICTORIAN DINNER AND TEA

The 9th Annual Victorian Mid-Day Dinner & Tea and Fashion Show was held on September 14 at the Grand Hotel. The featured speaker was Lynne Perry-Bottinger, M.D. Dr. Catherine Fisher Collins is founder and organizer of the yearly event. This year's honorees included Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes and Pat Ragin and Men In White. PHOTOS BY RONNIE TILLMAN When we consume these roots at this time of year, they assist us in grounding. They build up our blood and gives us the inert energy we need to survive the winter. They also provide vitamins and trace minerals such as vitamin C ,iron, folate and vitamin A , and B vitamins that assist us at this time. We also plant roots and bulbs at this time of year, so they are ready to bud at spring time, like garlic, onions, horseradish, goldenseal, solomon’s seal and ginseng. These herbs and vegetables need to grow through the process of thawing and freezing. This fall, as we dig up roots that are nourishing to consume and make us whole, we must acknowledge our elders and ancestors that have laid the groundwork for our successes today. Let us also consider the

digging up of roots that are not always in the best interest of the garden. Roots of so called “weeds” can strangle and /or take away nourishment from the crop. We pull these out in the fall, turn over the soil and lay down hay and other mulch so that the ground is ready for planting in the spring. We must do the same thing in our lives and world today, dig up the roots of oppression, stagnation and injustice out of our communities, so that we are ready for a more holistic and socialistic growth of prosperity. Getting our plants in the ground in the Fall helps their roots to establish themselves before winter. In the Fall, we tend to settle in our dwellings. We are reminded to plant our roots,to come down, slow down...conserve energy. We are to lay the groundwork and support for new projects, relationships, routines and cam-

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The Buffalo Association of Black Journalists

(BABJ) recently hosted its 2019 Carl R. Allen Memorial Scholarship Awards event. In the photo, from left to right, are: Cameron Owens, WIVB-TV; Claudine Ewing, WGRZ-TV; Denisha Thomas (who just left WGRZ-TV); Fadia Patterson, Spectrum News; Derricka Settles, a BABJ scholarship applicant; keynote speaker Anthony Neal, SUNY Buffalo State; BABJ scholarship winner Gabriella Hall; BABJ scholarship Chairman Harold McNeil; BABJ President Rod Watson; BABJ Vice President Al Vaughters; BABJ member Carlanda Meadors; and BABJ Treasurer Lamont Williams.

NATIONAL + WORLD

Amber Guyger’s Law Team Files Intent to Appeal Murder Conviction Dallas County District Attorney moved to have Judge Kemp recused from overseeing the upcoming hearings Amber Guyger’s law team has started the process to overturn the former Dallas cop’s conviction for the killing of Botham Jean with the filing of an intent to appeal. Guyger was handed a 10year sentence for fatally shooting Jean in his Southside Flats apartment, after allegedly mistaking his place for her own. One of her attorneys, Robert Rodgers, said that the team has already told the public that they are angling to overturn her sentence and the murder conviction. Given that Guyger garnered sympathy from Judge Tammy Kemp in her case, the Dallas County District Attorney’s office filed a petition to have Kemp recused from overseeing the upcoming hearings and replaced by another judge, NBC 5’s media partner KRLD reports.

John Conyers the Longest-Serving Black Congressman in U.S. History Dies Rwp. John Conyers, the Michigan Democrat who represented Detroit died in his sleep Sunday at age 90. A founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus, the Highland Park, Mich., native graduated from Detroit’s Northwestern High School, served in the Korean War and went on to graduate from Wayne State University with a law degree before working with labor union locals in the Detroit area. Active in the Civil Rights Movement, Conyers was endorsed by Martin Luther King, Jr., and voted in as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives in 1964. Early on as a congressman, he played a major role in more than 100 pieces of key legislation, including the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965.

Whites-Only Town in South Africa After End of Apartheid Twenty-five years after the fall of apartheid, the South African Northern cape town of Orania is a place for White people only. Oranians claim the town is a cultural project, not a racial one. Only Afrikaners are allowed to live and work there to preserve Afrikaner culture, the argument goes. However, a quarter of a century after the end of apartheid, for example, Black people are restricted to using the filling station on the edge of Orania. Benjamin Khumalo* is one of them. The 55-year-old and his wife, who have lived on a small nearby plot since the 1980s, were once pursued and harassed by a pickup truck covered with Orania stickers when walking home after an evening with friends. “Now you must run,” he urged his wife, pushing her through a fence. “I’ll be behind you.” Khumalo still remembers when Orania was a home for Black families. The guns carried on the hips of many Oranians, however, have been enough to convince him never to enter the town again. “They will hurt you,” he says. “There is nothing we can do.”-The Guardian

President Trump Speaks at Black College – But Fewer than 10 Students Given Tickets to Attend… COLUMBIA, S.C. — President Trump, speaking to a handpicked audience of supporters at a historically Black Benedict College in South Carolina last week, belittled the Obama administration’s record on racial equity and claimed that his own administration had helped African-Americans beyond anything “in the history of our country.” Opening a three-day forum on criminal justice that would later feature his Democratic rivals, Mr. Trump promoted the bipartisan criminal justice overhaul he signed last year. But fewer than 10 students from Benedict were given tickets to the invitation-only event, which had room for about 300 attendees, according to a college spokeswoman. More than half of the seats were reserved for guests and allies of the administration, including many Black supporters of Mr. Trump who came from out of state.

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FAITH & FAMILY

8th Annual Fruit of The Spirit Prayer Breakfast

The True Bethel Baptist Church Evangelism Ministry will host its 8th Annual Fruit of the Spirit Prayer Breakfast Saturday, November 9 from 11 am until 2 p.m. at the Church, 907 East Ferry Street. Tickets are $20.The theme is “Unity” which is lifted from 1 Corinthians 1:10.For more information call Evangelist in Training Denise Brady at (716)553-9672 or Crystal Taylor at (716)848-0361.

Mount Moriah to Host 5th Anniversary Celebration Pastor Jeffrey C. and First Lady Clarisse Y. Chambless anounces the Mount Moriah Baptist Church 5th Anniversary Celebration Banquet Saturday, November 2 at 1p.m. at the Fairdale Banquet Hall, 672 Wehrle Drive. For tickets & information 716-885-8778. The following anniversary services and guest speakers willtake place at 400 Northampton: November 5 @ 7p.m. Pastor Ted Howard and Edison Street Community Church November 8 @ 7p.m. Pastor John W. Williams and New Zion/ Memorial Baptist Church November 11 @ 7p.m. Pastor Edward Jackson Jr and Friendship Baptist Church November 15 @ 7p.m. Pastor Wendell Hamner and Ebenezer Baptist Church November 24 @ 4p.m. Pastor Ivery Daniels and White Rock Baptist Church

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Annual Free Hot Thanksgiving Dinner Schedule There will be free hot Thanksgiving dinners at the following locations and times served by a host of caring people that are thankful. Free dinners take-out or eat-in. There will also be free haircuts and lots of activities . November 3 755 Erie St., North Tonawanda 2-5p.m. November 4 213 Ontario St., -7 p.m. November 5 562 Genesee St., 4-7 p.m. November 6 244 Hudson 4-7 p.m. November 7 2019 South Park 4-7 p.m. Christmas Giveaway – December 5, @717 Tonawanda St. 4-7 p.m. Haircuts from1-4 p.m. Spaghetti Dinners – Takeout-Eat-in

African Methodist Ministers Alliance Harvest Celebration The AMMA is sponsoring a FAMILY HARVEST SAFE NIGHT OUT PARTY on Thursday, October 31 from 6 -8p.m. at Durham Memorial AME Zion Church, 174 East Eagle Street, Please, ONLY Biblical and non-violence costumes. Plenty of Food, Games, and Prizes for the best costume. All are invited. Pastor Angela R. Stewart, AMMA President.

Position of Pastor at Zion Missionary Baptist Resumes are being accepted for the position of Pastor for the Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in divinity or theology study with a minimum of five years of experience/training; licensed and ordained by an accredited Baptist church in pastoral duties ; or an Associates’ Degree in divinity or theology study with a minimum of ten years of experience and training All candidates are subject to a criminal background, child abuse, and credit check screenings. Please submit resume to Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 179 East Ferry St. Buffalo, NY 14208 or email to zionmbcbuffalo@ gmail.com Resumes will be accepted until November 1, 2019.

The Love Alive Fellowship Churh is Celebrationg its 25th Church / Pastoral Anniversary Join us Friday November 8 for our Anniversary Play/Musical and on Sunday November 10 at 10a.m. for our Anniversary Service followed by a luncheon at Salvatores Italian Gardens. For more information contact the church office at 716 856-1670 or email lovealive1994 @gmail.com Bishop Jeffery B. Bowens- Pastor, Elder Cynthia M. BowensCo-Pastor.

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Right Wing Host Claims God Killed Elijah Cummings for Opposing Trump A Black conservative radio host who is known for his in-

cendiary commentary is apparently seeking even lower ground by telling his listeners that he believes God killed Rep. Elijah Cummings as punishment for opposing President Trump. According to Daily Kos, following Cummings’ passing on October 17, far-right commentator and pastor Jesse Lee Peterson, took to his radio program to make claims that the late House Oversight Committee chairman was just the most recent politician struck down by God for getting in Trump’s way. “That’s what happens when you mess with The Great White Hope,” spouted Peterson, who refers to the president as “The Great White Hope.” “If you notice, John McCain, he's dead,” Peterson continues, listing other people he believes God has killed while playing the role of hitman for Trump. “Charles Krauthammer, he dead,” he continues. “And Free Breakfast for our community youth Elijah Cumming, now he [sic] every Sunday. Adults a small dead. They all didn’t like The donation. All Are Welcome! Great White Hope, they went Youth Church/ against him, they talked about Sunday School – 10am him, now they all dead. That’s Sunday Service – 11:45 am amazin’.”

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WNY Peace Center's Annual Dinner a Great Way to Support Peace and Unite!

lease join us at the WNY Peace Center’s Annual Dinner on Friday, November 8, 5-9 p.m. at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center. It’ll be an evening to remember, and enjoy. It’s also a great way to support the WNY Peace Center and to #unite. I am a board member for the WNY Peace Center because of the role it has taken on in the larger community. It has been working in peace and justice issues in Buffalo and WNY since its founding as part of Dr. King’s Clergy and Laity Against the War in Vietnam. Since then, the mission has been broadened to “Peace Thru Justice at home and abroad.” The Peace Center has nine taskforces, including Racial Justice, Economic Justice, and Prisoners’ Rights. It has worked to #UnitetheStruggles through the Poor Peoples Campaign and the Women’s March, organizing the recordbreaking marches and rallies of the past few years. It also has a great activist calendar on its website, wnypeace.org., and excellent programs and workshops, including for children. The keynote speaker, Medea Benjamin, is a real truth-teller, and a creative and dynamic woman. Her talk, “No Green New Deal Without Peace; Growing our Peace-Through-Justice Economy” will be energizing and hard-hitting. One of the most exciting parts of the evening will be Valentino Dixon getting the Emerging Leader’s Award. After 27 years of unjust incarceration and suffering, Valentino is a real national hero. His optimism and determination to make the world a better place are electric. And his vision is beautiful – both for the world we can make, and the world he represents in his moving and transporting art. His art show at the Burchfield Penney will be going on until March 28 – be sure to go see it (free every second Friday of the month). We hope you can join us at the WNY Peace Center's 52nd Annual Dinner. You can get your tickets online at wnypeace. org, or you can call the office at 716-332-3904. The evening will be one to remember – don’t miss it We also hope you'll become a member of the WNY Peace Center. We're all in this together, and it'll take all of us to get where we need to go! Harambe/Together! #Unite! Wnypeace.org

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FAITH & FAMILY 7 Vote for Diversity Vote for Diversity

ANTIONETTE ANTIONETTE “TRACY” CRAIG “TRACY” For Lovejoy DistrictCRAIG Common For Lovejoy District Common Council Member Council Member

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Science at Canisius College in International Business/ Management Hasan (member over 52 years); Mr. Isaac Pearson (member 55 and a minor in Supply Chain Management. years); Mrs. Fran Pearson (member 46 years); Ms. Hattie Green Ms. Craig has always fought for her community, during the October (member 64 years); Ms. Jimmie Green (member 64 years); Mrs. 2006 storm worked for for FEMA and supervised 50+ the Ms.ice Craig hasshe fought her community, during October Jayne Spell; Mr.always LeRoy Williford (member 59employees years); Mrs. to combat the massive ice damage to Buffalo streets and surrounding 2006 ice storm she worked for FEMA and supervised 50+ employees Louise Pearson (member over 50 years); Mr. Robert (Bobby) areas. She worked hours and was very dedicated to the cause. to combat the massive ice damage toSam Buffalo streetsMr. and surrounding Watts (member 85long years); Mr. Dean; Steve Ferguson areas. She worked long hours and was very dedicated to the cause. 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Antionette Tracy Craig, Lovejoy 10 Committee Member for 8 years, is no stranger to hard work dedication and diversity. The United States Navy Veteran has served in several wars and is eager to combat the war on poor living conditions (slumlords/bad tenants), poverty, and lack of activities for the youth, poor street conditions and bridging the gap between the police department and the community.

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Ms. Craig is as diverse as they come, she attended Canisius College and took on the challenge of studying abroad in Beijing,China for a year. She submerged herself in the culture while studying their dialect; Mandarin is now her second language. She received her bachelors of Science at Canisius College in International Business/ Management and a minor in Supply Chain Management. Ms. Craig has always fought for her community, during the October 2006 ice storm she worked for FEMA and supervised 50+ employees to combat the massive ice damage to Buffalo streets and surrounding areas. She worked long hours and was very dedicated to the cause. She didn’t stop there; she went on to help people during State of Emergency by working for the Small Business Administration, administering low interest rate loans for victims of the disasters. She has always demonstrated love for all communities, at times she’s been compelled to comfort victims while listening to their concerns. Her love for the military inspired her to volunteer at the Homeless Veterans Program 40 hours a week, giving back to her fellow Veterans. She worked diligently giving the best she could to those in need but it didn’t stop there. She continued to serve,working at the Veterans Hospital where she resigned in January 2019 so she could run for

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EDWARD G. SMITH RETURNS TO DIRECT “AUGUST WILSON’S TWO TRAINS RUNNING” (Buffalo, NY) Edward G. “Ed” Smith, celebrated, award winning director who helped establish Black theatre in Buffalo, has returned to direct August Wilson’s “Two Trains Running.” The production cast features Al Garrison, Debbi Davis, Fisher, Hugh Davis, Michael Hicks, Roosevelt Tidwell II, Russell Holt and Vincenzo McNeill. Two Trains Running opens on Friday, November 15 and runs until December 8. Curtain times are Fridays and Saturdays at 8p.m. and Sunday Matinee at 4p.m. with audience talkback following the performance. Two Trains Running is the 1960s chapter of the Pulitzer Prize winning playwright's decade by decade saga of ordinary African Americans in this turbulent century. It takes place in Memphis Lee's coffee shop in a Pittsburgh neighborhood that is on the brink of economic development. Focus is on the characters who hang out there: a local sage, an elderly man who imparts the secrets of life as learned from a 322 year old sage, an ex con, a numbers runner, a laconic waitress who slashed her legs to keep men away, and a mentally challenged man who was once cheated out of a ham. August Wilson's dialogue reveals simple truths, hopes and dreams, creating a microcosm of an era and a Edward G. “Ed” Smith community on the brink of change. Ed’s first gig in Buffalo was in 1967 where he traveled from New York and became a member of the Children’s Theatre at Studio Arena. In 1969, he permanently moved to Buffalo and started the Buffalo Black Drama Workshop in 1972. He was a lecturer at the University of Buffalo and worked his way to full professorship before he retired in 1993. Ed has directed at many of the regional theatres around the country. To date he has directed over 150 plays. He was honored to have directed 'Ossie Davis' last play, A Last Dance For Sybil which featured, ' Ruby Dee and ' Earl Hyman. Tickets can be purchased online or at the box office (716)884-0279. General admission is $35, Senior/Students $30. Group rates are available. Coupons are available online at www.aaccbuffalo.org For reservations, please call the box office at (716) 884-0279 or stop by the African American Cultural Center at 350 Masten Avenue (716) 884-2013.

HARRIET Opens Friday November 1st in theaters. The Long Awaited Film Harriet is directed by Kasi Lemmons with Cynthia Erivo (as Harriet) Janelle Monáe, Leslie Odom Jr., Joe Alwyn, Clarke Peters, Jennifer Nettles, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Vondie Curtis-Hall, Henry Hunter Hall, and Zackary Momoh. The film is based on the thrilling and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom fighter. Harriet tells the extraordnary tale of Harriet Tubman's escape from slavery and transformation into one of America's greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history. —Focus Features

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ON STAGE *Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, Wednesday, Oct. 30 7: 30 p.m., Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, Rochester, 433 East Main Street; Rochester (585)274-3000. Oct 31 Mask and Jam with Oscar Rotten and his Blues Band of No Goods 8:30pm11pm at 416 William & Spring. Musicians and singers welcome to come jam ! Bring a mask. This is a free event. •Rick James' Original Stone City Band @ TRALF MUSIC HALL Saturday November 2 With Special Guests SYSTEM with original band members Levi, Tom, Lanise, Oscar, Danny, and Nate. 6p.m. Doors 7p.m. Show $45 Advance | $55 Day Of Show. Ticketmaster.com / Tralf Box Office 716.852.2860 / Tralf. com

Kim-Era Encore Performance of The Road to Lipstick Saturday November 2 at 2p.m. at The Aud, 567 Hertel Ave. Tickets on Eventbrite or contact Aviance German at 716 316-7717

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Black Violin Impossible Tour, Thursday, Nov. 7, Kodak Center, 200 W Ridge Rd, Rochester, NY 14615. Phone: (585) 254-0181 Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Thu, Nov 21, 7:00pm Town Ballroom, Buffalo, NY Starts at $27.50

Buffalo Opera Unlimited presents CINDERELLA an Opera at Rockwell Hall Performimng Arts! Buffalo Opera Unlimited presents Cinderella, an Opera by Gioacchino Rossini Friday, November 1 at 8p.m. and Sunday, November 3 at 2:30 p.m., at Rockwell Hall Performing Arts Center 1300 Elmwood Ave. Rossini's version of Cinderella calls for virtuoso singers to tell the story of the poor stepdaughter who marries the prince. This is not your Disney version - there's a Shawn Parnell Tim Kennedy stepfather, a philosopher who takes the place of the fairy godmother, and instead of a glass slipper we have a bracelet. But be assured, love wins out in the end, and the singing is glorious! The opera is sung in English. English subtitles will be projected. Tim Kennedy is Artistic Director. Cast includes: Cinderella - Mariami Bekauri, Don Ramiro Lorenzo Shawn Parnell, Don Magnifico - Tyler Mecklenburg, Dandini - David Waterland, Clorinda - Danielle DiStefano Tisbe - Shaya Greathouse Tickets $30 general, $25 senior, $10 student Available at Rockwell Hall Box Office, 878-3005 online at https://buffalostatepac.org/calendar/all-events/event:cinderella/

NEW WORKS AT NEW PHOENIX PRESENTS ASCAC To Host Tribute To “TOLLEY’S PLACE” Renowned Black Scholars

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BUFFALO, NY The New Phoenix Theatre on the Park announces the second offering of its Sunday showcase series entitled, “New Works at New Phoenix” with the staged reading of the new play, “Tolley’s Place” written by area writer, activist and actor Shirley Sarmiento. The performance will take place Sunday, November 10 at 3p.m. “New Works at New Phoenix” showcases area playwrights, actors, musicians, writers, and poets. The “Pay-What-You- Can” program has been developed to make new WNY arts programming accessible to all. “Tolley’s Place” is the experience of four African-American women dealing with unexpected loss, family, lovers, and life challenges; and their journey of acceptance, healing, and moving onward, as they are aided by a wise, determined woman and a man who have seen it all. Sarmiento’s play features Valeria Aldridge, Joyce Carolyn, Mary Coleman, Charles Everhart, Sr., and Sandra Gilliam. It is directed by founder of the series, Buffalo native and Artie Award Winner, Verneice Turner, performance artist and Artie award winning actor She has performed in numerous productions in WNY as well as in New York City and Washington, D.C. as an actor, singer, dancer and poet. She ran the art space Buffalo East from 2009 to 2013. The New Phoenix Theatre is located at 95 Johnson Park in Buffalo. Admission is “Pay-What-You-Can.” There will be a meet and greet with the playwright. The New Phoenix Theatre’s mission is to present both classical and contemporary plays in ways that speak to our community, to rediscover the theatrical experience through the spirit of collaboration, and to revitalize the neighborhood in which our theater stands. The theatre is celebrating its 25th anniversary. The Historic Home of The New Phoenix Theatre was built in 1884, on land deeded to Buffalo by Ebenezer Johnson, Buffalo’s first mayor, and originally served as a lecture hall for the Buffalo Seminary, a “séance house,” a vaudeville house, and finally a soup kitchen, until New Phoenix founder Richard A. Lambert restored the space, with the assistance of many grants over the years from NYSCA, Erie County, The City of Buffalo, the Rupp Foundation, M & T Bank, the Margaret L. Wendt Foundation, and the GoldenGoldman Foundation. For further information call 716-853-1334 or visit www.newphoenixtheatre.org

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The Association for the Study of Classical African Civilizations Eastern Region (ASCAC ER) will hold a Tribute to Sister Kefa Jones of The First World Alliance and Dr. Yosef ben Jochannan, the renowned Egyptologist and Historian on Saturday, November 9 at the Countee Cullen Llibrary, 104 West 136th Street in Harlem. There will be three speakers: Reginald Mabrey, Dr. James Small and Sister Lenora Sharpe. All of these scholars were closely associated with Sister Kefa, Dr.Ben and Dr. Clarke. The tribute will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. The program is free and open to the public. For more information contact Modell Gault, ASCAC ER President in Buffalo at (716)715-6559.

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THE TEAM: From left Reginald Ingram, Tina Grant-Holt, Dale Holt.

Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for East Buffalo’s Newest Eatery set for November 4 where “Soul” is at the root of delicious healthy eating!

ina Grant-Holt was 10 years old when she prepared her first stove-top meal. It was hamburger patties. The first dish Dale Holt recalls cooking was chicken salad with his iconic mother the late Velma Holt. Reginald Ingram, with the help of his mom, made Thanksgiving dressing when he was 8 or 9 years old. At the age of 13 he catered an entire family wedding. Today Tina, her husband Dale and partner Reginald make up the talented team of the Manna Culinary Group, operators of Manna@Northland, the newest East Buffalo restaurant scheduled to open inside Northland Central at 683 Northland. The grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony will take place on Monday, November 4 at 10 a.m. A “soft opening” is scheduled for this Friday November 1 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. For the trio it’s a dream come true. Manna@Northland is where “soul” is at the root of healthy eating. Together, the Manna Culinary Group has a combined 80 years of local experience in food service, catering and culinary education between them. Tina, who manages and educates 80plus students daily, has the ability to offer culinary positions to Emerson students which will be a very real benefit to the business. -What’s in a Name?”The partners came up with the name for the business collectively. “I said ‘Manna’ and they said ‘@Northland’ recalled Reginald. “It was like a confirmation,” recalled Tina. The significance of Manna in the Bible of God making daily provisions for those wandering in the desert, fit their purpose perfectly.

MANNA@NORTHLAND: THE TEAM Tina Grant-Holt: Educator and Executive Chef

ina is a chef with a diverse culinary background. Pursuing her passion for food and people, her career began in Jamestown, New York working at Friendly’s Restaurant as a cook to move quickly to becoming head cook. Next she landed a job within the Public School System as a food service worker and was promoted to food service manager overseeing a small staff. Some years later she made a decision to move to Buffalo N.Y. Chef Tina enrolled in the Culinary Arts program at ECC (where she met her husband Dale) and graduated at the top of her class. It was there that she gained the necessary knowledge and skills to become a successful caterer and partnered with Holt’s Cooking Company. Presently she is operating a commercial kitchen both front and back-of-house managing and educating 80 plus students to

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“We are believers in God and He has been leading us all the way,” she continued. “For people in the community we would like to provide them with delicious food on a daily basis….we want to provide food for the soul.” Echoing his wife’s take on what Manna seeks to offer Dale added, “We’re truly about food for the soul and in our staple dishes we will never forget our roots. But being there is so much obesity, hypertension and diabetes in our community, we have a very strong concept of healthy eating, for example vegetarian greens, vegetarian specials and fresh soups daily. We’re going to have our chicken and fried fish too! But we’re going to show a global menu to host Western New York and truly the East side of Buffalo.” The restaurant concept will feature eat-in and grab-and-go breakfast lunch and dinner services available from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Fridays. In addition to their basic menu which includes All to Go Sandwiches and Wraps, and a host of fresh salads including, Quinoa and Mama’s Mango Chicken Salad (the one Dale's mom taught him to make). They offer a “Soup of the Day” and in keeping with Manna@ Northland’s Biblical theme will be an “Adam and Eve Special” and a “Last Supper Grab N’ Go” featuring Rotisserie or Fried Chicken and Cornbread. A Juneteenth special is offered as well as a vegetarian jambalaya made with brown rice. The restaurant has also partnered with Golden Cup to create their very own special Manna coffee blend. The establishment is closed for exclusive bookings on weekends. Their first once a month Jazz Brunch will begin in January. Manna@Northland will also present an on going in-house art exhibit, where the works of a local artist will be on display every few months. Creations by internationally renowned celebrated painter LeRoi Johnson will be the first to grace the walls of the restaurant. -A Great OpportunityIn August Mayor Brown announced that the Manna Culinary Group had been selected to operate the new restaurant at the Northland Avenue facility; taking over the space briefly occupied by the former Gigi’s. The final selection was made by the Buffalo Urban development Corporation (BUDC) after an extensive review process that included a taste testing panel and on-site food preparation drill. “We’ve been very fortunate to have won this RFP (Request for Proposals). The Mayor and the City of Buffalo has been very supportive of us; Mr. Woods at the Beverly Gray Business Exchange Center, Mr. Cammarata of the Buffalo Urban Development Corporation (BUDC) and most importantly, the partnership with the Buffalo Urban League and Brenda McDuffie,” said Dale. “When you have a desire to do something, and you are walking thru that desire as it comes to fruition (this restaurant) that’s amazing,” said Tina. “It hasn’t been easy but God has been leading us and guiding us every step of the way…and as long as we put Him first, everything will be ok.” “We all agree,” confirmed Reginald, “this is bigger than us… because God bought us three together.” “The legacy of the cooks of all our families – the Ingrams, the Grants and truly the Holts – has been a legacy in food,” concluded Dale, “and now we have this platform to keep it going.” feed over 500 students on a daily basis. Chef Tina serves as the CEO and President in charge of menu creation, staffing and training, and social media.

Public Meetings for East Side Commercial District Program for MLK & Broadway Fillmore

roadway Fillmore Neighborhood Housing Services (BFNHS) is pleased to announce a new East Side Commercial District Program (ESCDP). With funding from Empire State Development, this program will offer grant assistance – to a maximum of $50,000 - for commercial building improvements in the MLK and Broadway Fillmore commercial corridors. The MLK program area is Fillmore Avenue between East Ferry and North Parade. The Broadway Fillmore program area is Fillmore Avenue between Sycamore and Paderewski as well as Broadway between Reed and Memorial. To be eligible, applicants must own the property, or obtain site control (for example a purchase contract) prior to application. New businesses looking to rent space in the program area must apply in tandem with the current building owner. This program is specifically for commercial buildings that need exterior and interior improvements. Building owners are required to contribute 15% of the total project costs. The grant will provide the other 85%, up to a maximum of $50,000. There is technical assistance, including design and cost estimating, available to applicants at no cost. A neighborhood-based Project Selection Committee will score and rank all applications, and make decisions on which projects will receive funding. The kick-off meeting for the Broadway Fillmore commercial district will be held on: November 7, 2019 at 6:00 pm - Jericho Road CHC - 1021 Broadway The kick-off meeting for the MLK commercial district will be held on: November 21, 2019 at 6:00 pm – Merriweather Library – 1324 Jefferson At both meetings prospective applicants will receive the program application as well as the ranking criteria that will be used to make funding decisions. The consultant team will be present to provide additional information on the program as well as explain how to access free technical assistance in the preparation of the application. The grant award is from the East Side Collaborative Fund, which is administered by the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo. The pooled fund was created through a unique partnership of private and philanthropic organizations to complement capital funding that is being awarded by Empire State Development (ESD) as part of its $65 million East Side Corridor Economic Development Fund (ESCEDF), which is part of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s Buffalo Billion II initiative. For additional information, contact the BFNHS Commercial District Program Manager, Brianna Byandagara at bbyandagara@780fillmore.org.

Reginald Ingram: Executive Sous Chef: Director of Catering

Dale Holt: Director of Operations Executive Chef

nown throughout Western New York as an authentic Creole Chef, Dale studied in New Orleans under several renowned chefs."I never dreamed of being a chef. Being a musician I moved to New Orleans to further my music career...such is life's journey!" The Eastside has had the privilege to experience Chef Dale of Holt’s Cooking Company for the past 25 years. His restaurant operation experience began in Buffalo where he managed a team to open the restaurant downtown called YaYa’s. Leaving the city, he traveled to New Orleans and LA, working in several hotels and restaurants as both chef and manager. He also trained and educated upcoming culinarians in San Francisco.

emerged and now known as Manna Catering Group.

eginald Ingram of Ingram Brothers Catering is carrying 30 plus years of well-known impeccable catering service. As a young man he moved to Atlanta, GA and started his career with Hyatt Regency hotels where he became part of the culinary team that opened a new hotel in the Cayman Islands. That experience opened the door for him to work as Sous Chef at other locations where he managed up to 20 employees at both hotels in Tampa, FL and Rochester, NY. After returning to Buffalo, he started Ingram Brothers Catering in 1984. Annually Chef Ingram travels to Aruba where he is part of the culinary staff of the South Beach Music Festival. At Manna@Northland, Reginald is in charge of overseeing catering and kitchen operations. Since the Manna Group was formed, Holt Catering and Ingram Bro. Catering as

11 VOICES Legislators Baskin and Johnson Encourage Respect, Appreciate, Treasure & Protect “Images of Us” Early Voting Participation for City Residents The statue in MLK Park isn’t something we should even conChallenger Community News • t hec hallengernews.com •October 30, 2019

Dear Voters: Early voting has begun in Erie County, and we have had a very successful first weekend! In the City of Buffalo alone, over 500 people voted on the first day. With over 10 different sites located all around the City and open every day through Sunday, November 3, there is even less of an excuse not to vote this year. It was not long ago in this country that many persons sought to actively suppress the voting rights of people of color. Black suffrage has long been an issue that many in urban communities struggle with. Even after the passage and ratification of the 19th amendment, Black women specifically were still physically denied access to ballot boxes across the nation through intimidation while other suppression tactics, like demands for differing levels of identification, kept large minority populations from casting their vote for their preferred representatives in government. This fight is not over, but we are working hard to make sure that there is equal opportunity for all when it comes to the most basic of democratic values. Your vote is paramount to guiding the direction of your community, and all should have a seat at the table when it comes to making their priorities known. We are proud that the the Erie County Board of Elections Commissioners worked so hard to make voting accessible and easy. This has not been a painless endeavor in terms of funding or logistics – but our commitment to equality means it is worth it. New electronic poll books also mean that anyone can vote at any of the county-wide sites during early voting between October 26 and November 3. The sites located in the City of Buffalo are: Erie County Board Of Elections 134 W Eagle Street, Buffalo, 14202 Buffalo Community Development Ctr 203 Sanders Road, Buffalo, 14216 The Belle Center 102-104 Maryland Street, Buffalo, 14201 Broadway Market 999 Broadway, Buffalo, 14212 Hennepin Center 24 Ludington Street, Buffalo, 14206 Delavan Grider Community Center 877 E Delavan Avenue, Buffalo, 14215 Salvation Army West Side Comm Ctr 187 Grant Street, Buffalo, 14213 Northwest Buffalo Community Center 155 Lawn Avenue, Buffalo, 14207 Tosh Collins Community Center 35 Cazenovia Street, Buffalo, 14220 Gloria J Parks Community Center 3242 Main Street, Buffalo, 14214 All early voting sites are open from 12-9 pm during the weekdays and 12-6 pm on weekends. We encourage all voters to take the opportunity to vote early this year. Whether you’re shopping at the Broadway Market or attending an event at the Gloria J. Parks Community Center, make a point to fit early voting into your routine so it isn’t an afterthought on November 6 (the day after Election Day). We only get so many chances to decide on the type of community we want our children and grandchildren, our brothers and sisters to live in. In the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. “give us the ballot” and show them how much we can do. Respectfully, April N.M. Baskin, Erie County Legislator, District 1 Howard J. Johnson, Erie County Legislator, District 2

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sleeping spells and was difficult to wake. She considered the dreams she had during these spells to be religious visions and her religiosity was a guiding reason to helping enslaved Africans escape. * Her work as "Moses" was serious business. She and her escapees slept in swamps and moved only at night. Once with her on the Railroad, she threatened to kill anyone who lost their nerve to escape. She once told a man"You go on or die." Known as the "black ghost," the bounty on her head was at least $12,000, equal to around $330,000 today. *She never lost a slave. She recommended slaves escape on Saturdays, as owners used Sundays as a day of rest and would not notice slaves missing until Monday, giving the slave a two day head start. She also preferred to move during winter, when the days are shorter. Estimates of slaves she helped range as high as 3,000. * In April 1858, Tubman was introduced to the abolitionist John Brown, who advocated the use of violence to disrupt and destroy the institution of slavery. Tubman shared Brown’s goals and his methods. When Brown began recruiting supporters for an attack on slaveholders at Harper’s Ferry, he turned to “General Tubman” for help. After Brown’s subsequent execution, Tubman praised him as a martyr. *Tubman was a Union scout during the Civil War. She also served as a nurse, cook, and spy to Federal troops from 1862 to 1865. She received $200 for three years of combat service (roughly $5,400 adjusted for inflation). When she applied for veteran's compensation, it took her 34 years to get it and only after the intervention of President Lincoln's Secretary of State William Seward. She was 78 years old. *She cured dysentery. Her knowledge of the local flora in Maryland led her to find a cure for Union troops suffering from dysentery. She also helped relieve symptoms of Chicken Pox, Cholera, and Yellow Fever. *She was the first woman to lead a combat assault. While under the command of Colonel James Montgomery, Harriet Tubman led 150 black Union troops across the Combahee River in South Carolina in June 1863. Using information from escaped slaves, she led Union riverboats through Confederate torpedo traps, freeing 750 slaves and dropping off Union troops. the troops burned the estates of influential Southern secessionists who supplied Confederate forces. She didn't lose a single troop.

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sider discarding or destroying like an old shoe. We don’t destroy BLACK ART.

It has been said that everyone’s a critic, even those that couldn’t draw a straight line with a ruler. Since when does the view of so few have the right to determine what’s good art for so many. Art be it abstract, realism, symbolic, modern, contemporary, is subject to individual taste, as with music, books and movies. As a career professional artist of many years I appreciate those that like my artwork and respect the opinion of those that don’t. Historical documents and firsthand accounts verify that the committee that commissioned the statue for MLK Park got what they agreed to. Nowhere is it written that this statue was to be a realistic depiction of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It was meant to honor the civil rights leader and represent the everyday man. The very accomplished African-American sculptor John Wilson who created it at the time said “Although most statues are of important individual leaders, with this statue, I wanted to pay homage to the ordinary Black people (male or female) and make them undeniably visible. I wanted to design and shape it so that all viewers, of any race or culture, would identify with the sense of universal humanity contained in this monumental head of a Black person.” Is it an unreasonable expectation to appreciate and respect it for what it is and was created to be? Are we so rich with images that reflect African-Americans in our community that we can afford to destroy one of the unique statues in our country that’s been in Buffalo, N.Y. for 30 years? For decades it has been a part of the fabric of our cultural history and will be missed if destroyed. It cost just as much to destroy this one as it does to build a realistic one of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Why can’t we have to best of both worlds? It makes economic sense to have both. How soon we forget in January of 1986 the community was angered because the statue was vandalized with white paint just before the first national MLK holiday. Callers to police said White men where painting it. What’s worse - them painting it or us destroying it? What has changed since then, is it not the same sculpture, the same image? With all due respect I don’t know of any credentials or professional experiences that Mr. Samuel A. Herbert has that qualifies him to evaluate and determine the value of any artwork, symbolic, realistic or imagery. Instead of dividing and embracing our community with uninformed, unqualified misguided intentions masquerading as an art critic, he should redirect that energy into raising funds for the realistic MLK statue most agree we want. With all the battles to be had this is not one of them. Its 2019 Instead of complaining about what we have the complaint should be about what we don’t have. With all the public art being produce in our city all we have to claim is the FREEDOM WALL. A select few have described the statue as “SHAMFUL.” What’s “SHAMFUL” is the suggestion that it be destroyed came from within our own community! What should be destroyed is that divisive Coalition to Save MLK Park petition. This senseless assault on an “Image of Us” needs to stop! Let’s not do to ourselves what we have historically fought to keep others from doing to us….. Respect, Appreciate, Treasure & Protect “Images of Us”! TUBMAN $20 BILL: A DREAM DEFERRED... Extensive work was well underway on a new $20 bill bearing the image of Harriet Tubman when Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced in May that the design of the note would be delayed for technical reasons by six years and might not include the former enslaved heroine and abolitionist. Many were deeply disappointed with the delay of the bill, which was to be the first to bear the face of an African-American. Mnuchin denied that the reasons for the delay were anything but technical.

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Bills Get Blown Out In What NFL Network Commentator Michael Irvin Called A Very Important “Street Cred” Game. I agree. The Bills had to win to show entire NFL they are a true playoff caliber team. The Bills failed as a team with our defense getting manhandled up front with nose guard Star LoLotulelei and Ed Oliver getting their butt kicked by an experienced Eagles offensive line. Star Lotulelei has been the weak link in the Bills defensive front all season and is the highest paid at $10 million a season. Why would the Bills sign a bum for that kind of money who did not do anything in Carolina? It was Kwan Short doing the real work in Carolina! I remember media and fans complaining about Marcel Dareus, but where is the rage and discontent for an over paid player not living up to his contract? The Bills are in great shape for making playoffs in the AFC with must wins against the upcoming Washington football team along with Miami Dolphins and the New York Jets. That would give the Bills eight wins and they would need two more to land at 10-6. I see Bills getting those two wins from the Denver Broncos and a road win against the Cleveland Browns. The Bills must tighten up their run defense and allow our talented secondary a chance to win some games. Bills cornerback Levi Wallace is having an excellent season opposite Tre Davis White. He’s in right position covering a wide receiver and can make a play on the ball. I’m very impressed with Bills secondary playing at a very high level but against the Eagles there was no pass rush at all and nobody’s secondary can survive without a quality pass rush on the opposing quarterback. Eagles running back Jordan Howard : “We were learning and we stuck with our running game with good blocking up front after reviewing film of the Bills defense. Eagles Pro Bowl defensive tackle Fletcher Cox : “ After playing a poor game against the Cowboys allowing 150 rushing yards against us, we had to focus on stopping a very good Bills running game; we know when we are playing a full team defense we can beat anyone. We go home now after three on the road and a 4-4 record, and we must handle our business.” The Bills offense needs one good tight end not four mediocre ones all not being able to get open. They should have drafted Irv Smith, Jr. out of Alabama instead of drafting a backup in Dawson Knox and wasting free agency money on Tyler Kroft. Once again Bills General Manager Brandon Beane has over spent on career backups. The Bills don’t have the personnel to stop a power running game. The Miami Dolphins gave the rest of the league a blueprint of how to run the football up the middle of Bills defense. The Bills need a big run stuffing defense tackle instead of another wide receiver who can’t get the ball from our inaccurate QB. The trade deadline is this week and the Bills need to make some moves to strength their defensive line. There’s no need to acquire another wide receiver when your QB Josh Allen can’t get the ball to them. The Bills offensive line needs someone like all pro left tackle Trent Williams, who is sitting out the season with Washington, and move Dion Dawkins to the right tackle to replace the dumpster fire created by playing Cody Ford out of position. Cody is a guard not a tackle and should be returned to his natural position. The Bills take on Washington this Sunday to complete the home stand and I see them winning because of turnovers by rookie QB Dwayne Haskins, who will commit at least three turnovers in a Bills 20 to 13 win. I think future Hall of Famer Adrian Petersen will have a big game rushing against the Bills defensive line. Follow me on Twitter: georgeradney@georgeradman, FACEBOOK, Instagram, Cable access TV, Podcasts,RCTV- Ch. 15, and “Pro Talk Plus” airing live on WLGZ 105.5 FM The Beat of Rochester, 7 AM to 8 AM Every Saturday Morning

RISE UP RIGHT HIGHLIGHTS IN SPORTS

NFL Worthy Highlights The 49ers and Patriots are still the only two undefeated teams in the NFL. The Packers and Saints are 7-1. Drew Brees returned this week and played well. He threw for 373 and 3 scores. The Buffalo Bills made no moves at the trade deadline. UB Bulls Football Buffalo Bulls 43 Cent Michigan 20.The UB Bulls forced five turnovers and Jared Patterson ran for 149 yards and a touchdown. Kyle Vantrese hooked up with Antonio Nunn for two scores in the second quarter. The Bulls next game is on the road against Eastern Michigan. Both teams are currently 4-4. In Other News The Men's Bryant and Stratton Bobcats open up the season against the Bryant and Stratton Syracuse team at home at the Burt Flickinger Center on November 2nd at 7 p.m. The Women's Bryant and Stratton Bobcats team will be playing at home at the Burt Flickinger Center against Fisher College at 5 p.m. on November 2nd. The Houston Astros are one win away from winning their second World Series in three years.....Stay Tuned for more MLB News in the next Rise Up Right article.

For more sports talk and news follow me on Facebook @ D'Andre Torch Robinson. & riseupfamilyseven16 on Instagram. Watch Rise Up Unlimited TV Show every Thursdays at 130pm and Saturdays at 730am on Channel 1302 for Spectrum Cable Subscribers. Also tune in to Power 96.5FM every Sunday from 6pm to 7pm as I am a Co Host on the WUFO Sport Report.

Torch's NFL Scoreboard Vikings 19 Redskins 9 Eagles 31 Bills 13 Seahawks 27 Falcons 20 Chargers 17 Bears 16 Lions 31 Giants 26 Titans 27 Buccaneers 23 Colts 15 Broncos 13 Rams 24 Bengals 10 Saints 31 Cardinals 9 Jaguars 29 Jets 15 49ers 51 Panthers 13 Patriots 27 Browns 13 Texans 27 Raiders 24 Packers 31 Chiefs 24 Steelers 27 Dolphins 14

Buffalo Sabres News

Last 7 Games Ducks 5 Buffalo 2 Buffalo 3 LA Kings 0 Buffalo 4 Sharks 3 Buffalo 4 Sharks 3 OT Leading Scorers: Jack Eichel 7g 10a 17pts Sam Reinhart 5g 6a 11pts Jeff Skinner 7g 3a 10pts Victor Olofsson 6g 4a 10pts Rasmus Dahlin 1g 9a 10pts Record/Games Upcoming 9-2-2 Currently Sabres at Capitals 11/1, Sabres vs Islanders 11/2

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LEGAL NOTICE BID

COUNTY OF ERIE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Erie County Medical Examiner’s Office Morgue Renovation – Phase 5 PROJECT NO. 2019-886-01 Separate sealed bids for: Morgue Equipment work for the above project will be received by the County’s Commissioner of Public Works in the Rath County Office Building, 95 Franklin Street, Suite 1400, Buffalo, New York 14202 until 10:30 AM local time on Thursday, November 6, 2019, at which time they will be opened and read aloud. MBE/WBE, Apprenticeship program, and Local/ Disadvantaged Workforce requirements may apply to this project. Additional information must be found at: www.erie.gov/dpw

NFTA Procurement

LEGAL NOTICE BID Request for Proposals (RFP) Bethlehem Steel – Woodlawn Beach Shoreline Trail Master Plan/ Conceptual Alternates The Buffalo and Erie County Industrial Land Development Corporation, the land development affiliate of the Erie County Industrial Development Agency is soliciting proposals from quali-fied planning and engineering firms to provide planning and conceptual design services for the Bethlehem Steel – Woodlawn Beach Shoreline Trail from the trail’s current terminus at Dona St. in Lackawanna, south to Woodlawn Beach State Park in Hamburg, NY. To receive a copy of the Request for Proposals interested firms may contact the ECIDA/ILDC at (716)8566525, or visit the ECIDA website at http://www.ecidany.com/requests_ for_proposals. Proposals are due by 4:00 pm, Wednesday November 13, 2019, to ECIDA, 95 Perry Street, Suite 403, Buffalo, NY 14203, and Attention:

Invitation to Bid 4807 - 100’ MID-MOUNT QUINT PLATFORM FIRE APPARATUS Download Bids from www.nfta. com

LEGAL NOTICE Nationstar v. Gonzales SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK - COUNTY OF ERIE NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, V. SANDRA G. GONZALES; ET. AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated September 17, 2019, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Erie, wherein NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY is the Plaintiff and SANDRA G. GONZALES; ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the FORECLOSURE ALCOVE FIRST FLOOR, ERIE COUNTY HALL, 92 FRANKLIN STREET, CITY OF BUFFALO, STATE OF NEW YORK 14202 on November 25, 2019 at 10:00 am, premises known as 47 EDEN AVENUE, TONAWANDA, NY 14150: Section 53.37, Block 4, Lot 14: ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE IN THE TOWN OF TONAWANDA, COUNTY OF ERIE AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 816296/2018. Etido Udousoro, Esq. - Referee. RAS Boriskin, LLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff.

Notice of formation of 1433 Niagara Street LLC. Articles of Org. filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 6/7/2019. Office location: Erie County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Northwest Registered Agent LLC at 90 State Street, STE 700, Office 40, Albany, NY 12207. Purpose: any lawful purpose. Sept 25 Oct. 2,9,16,23,30 Notice is given that articles of incorporation that will incorporate Tiffany's Operational Center for Youth T.O.C LLC have been delivered to the secretary of state for filing in accordance with the New York state non profit corporation code.The initial registered office of corporation is located at 73 Lemon st. Buffalo NY 14204 and it's initial regestered agent at such address is Tiffany Chapman. Oct. 9,16,23,30 Nov.6,13

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LEGAL NOTICERFP COUNTY OF ERIE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES 95 FRANKLIN STREET BUFFALO, NEW YORK County of Erie, New York RFP RELEASE The Erie County Department of Social Services is seeking proposals from qualified agencies to provide a Revolving Loan Fund Program. The RFP #1946VF can be found at http://www.erie.gov and a complete copy of the package can also be obtained by contacting Brian Bray, ECDSS, at Brian.Bray@ erie.gov. All correspondence, communications and/or contact with the County in regard to any aspect of this proposal shall be with the ECDSS contact person listed on the specific RFP. Prospective proponents, or their representatives, shall not make contact with or communicate with any representatives of the County, including employees and consultants, other than the designated person in regard to any aspect of this proposal. Final sealed proposals are due to the Erie County Department of Social Services, 95 Franklin Street, Room 804, Buffalo, New York 14202, by 4:00 p.m. (EST) on November 15, 2019. Erie County reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and waive any informality. Marie A. Cannon, Commissioner of Social Services

LEGAL NOTICE Nationstar v. Szczerba NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF ERIE, NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff, vs. MYROSLAVA BERTALAN, AS NOMINATED EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN SZCZERBA, DECEASED, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly filed on September 18, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Erie County Hall, Foreclosure Alcove, 92 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY on November 13, 2019 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 63 Rondelay Drive, Cheektowaga, NY. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Cheektowaga, County of Erie and State of New York, Section 125.11, Block 10 and Lot 15. Approximate amount of judgment is $100,901.15 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 804624/2017. Alana Carr, Esq., Referee GreenspoonMarder, 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022, Attorneys for Plaintiff

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ROOMS FOR RENT ROOMS FOR RENT: Delavan-Humboldt area, Bailey-Delavan. $325$480. Everything included. (716)818-3410.

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EMPLOYMENT

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HH- HCBS Outreach Specialist. Perform outreach and assist consumers in the community to understand the benefits of, and enroll in, a Health Home of their choosing. Closes 11/5/19. EEOC. Resume and cover letter to employment@wnyil.org Health Homes Care Coordinator. Based in Niagara Falls. Coordinate services with Health Homes for decreasing high-risk medical and/or behavioral health costs for Individuals being served in the Health Homes. EEOC. Closes 11/5/19. Resume and cover letter (required) to employment@wnyil.org

Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of Senior Staff Assistant Professional Science Master’s Coordinator. For a full job description and to apply: https://jobs.buffalostate.edu.

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Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to respect for diversity and individual differences.

Kitchen @ the Market Manager Job Description Position Title: Kitchen @ the Market Manager Part-Time (20 hours/week) Employee of the Westminster Economic Development Initiative (WEDI) Pay: $15-18 / hour, commensurate with experience Location: The Broadway Market, 999 Broadway, Buffalo, NY 14212 Websites: www.wedibuffalo.org, www.thebroadwaymarket.org Essential Functions and Responsibilities ●Recruiting and enrolling new businesses to use the Kitchen @ the Market ●Updating and maintaining all paperwork and invoices ●Implementing marketing and recruitment plan ●Collecting and reporting all data needed on usage ●Planning and hosting Saturday events with Friends of the Broadway Market ●Ordering supplies, picking up orders, and organizing inventory ●Onboarding tenants and managing tenant relationships ●Ensuring tenants are compliant with rules & regulations of kitchen use ●Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications ●Ability to promote the Kitchen @ the Market through outreach efforts to community, social, and religious organizations ●Good customer service skills ●Knowledge of kitchen standards/operations ●Ability to follow directions, take initiative, and use time wisely ●Ability to work with individuals from a variety of diverse cultural backgrounds Preferred Qualifications ●Work experience in a restaurant, hotel, or hospitality setting ●Knowledge of, and connection to, the communities surrounding the Broadway Market ●Ability to organize things and maintain a clean and orderly environment Please send resume or work history to jobs@wedibuffalo.org by end of day Friday November 15, 2019. WEDI values diversity and inclusion throughout its city and in its organization. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and formerly incarcerated individuals are encouraged to apply.

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COUNTY OF ERIE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS EC Parks and Highway Facilities Oil/Water Separator and Facility Improvements PROJECT NO. 2019-999-08 Separate sealed bids for: Plumbing and Electrical Construction work for the above project will be received by the County’s Commissioner of Public Works in the Rath County Office Building, 95 Franklin Street, Suite 1400, Buffalo, New York 14202 until 10:30 AM local time on November 26, 2019, at which time they will be opened and read aloud. MBE/WBE, Apprenticeship program, and Local and Disadvantaged Workforce requirements may apply to this project. Additional information must be found

MHPC Program Assistant. Buffalo, NY. Provides clerical and planning support to Mental Health Peer Connection (MHPC). Assists the MHPC Team to obtain, calculate, and measuring outcomes/benchmark data.Provides office support to MHPC staff to increase efficiency in the delivery of services. EEOC. Closes 11/6/19. Cover Letter and resume to employment@wnyil.org Youth Peer Advocate. Provide peer support in person and online. Coordinate independent living skills, evaluations, and training for transition age youth with disabilities within Erie, Niagara, Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming Counties. EEOC. Resume and Cover Letter (required) to employment@wnyil.org by 11/5/19. Maintenance Position/PartTime Must have basic Knowledge of heating & cooling, plumbing, electrical & drywall repair. Must be reliable & trustworthy. Must have own tools & reliable transportation. Please fax resume to 716-883-2491. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Associate Director of Student Leadership and Engagement Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of Associate Director of Student Leadership and Engagement. For a full job description and to apply: https://jobs.buffalostate.edu.

Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to respect for diversity and individual differences.

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“Dance is for everybody…”

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On Going Community Dance Classes MONDAYS Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 12 noon – 1p.m.; FREE ages 55+ 832 -1010. Urban Line Dancing w/Cherie: 7-8:30p.m. Pratt Center. DJ Dave Urban Line Dancing, Martha Mitchell Center, 175 Oakmont, 5:30-7:30 p.m. TUESDAYS B.O.S.S. Detroit Stepping Pratt Community Center. WEDNESDAYS: Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 11 a.m. - 12 noon. FREE for ages 55+ 832 -1010. Urban Line Dance Classes: St. Phillips, 15 Fernhill ; 6-8 p.m.; Cheri & Darel 2009702. DJ Dave Urban Line Dancing, Baptist Manor, 276 Linwood. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Line Dance Class w/ Joan Harris, Metropolitan Church, 657 Best St, noon 2 p.m.; $3. Urban Line Dancing /Cherie: 6-:7:30 p.m. St. Philips Fernhill @ Grider THURSDAYS Line Dance Classes with Willa Jackson, 10:30 -11:30 a.m. Schiller Park Senior Center, 2057 Genesee st. 895-2727. FRIDAYS Beginners/Intermediate Line Dance 6pm Bethel AME Church Hall 1525 Michigan @ E.Ferry Ernestine, Instructor Chicago Steppin’: 7-8:30 p.m. Pratt Center 422 Pratt St. SATURDAYS Mike's Smooth Urban Ballroom Dance: 11 to 1 PM, Delavan-Grider Center, 877 E. Delavan.380-5100 . $5 DJ Dave Urban Line Dancing, Baptist Manor, 276 Linwood.10a.m.-12 noon.

SEE YOU AT THE EVENTS!

Wednesday October 30

Saturday November 2

Thursday November 7

Mental Health Forum: “Discussing Service and Addressing Needs” at the Prince of Peace Christian Church, 190 Albany St. in Buffalo 6 p.m. free and open to the public. Dr. Catherine Collins moderator.

Grand Opening for Linda's Bean Pie Café, owed by Linda Muhammad: 1 p.m., 301 East Utica.

Yoga: Thursdays 5:30 p.m. Gentle Chair Yoga $7; also Yoga & Meditation, 6:30 p.m. $10. Juneteenth Headquarters, 517 Genesee St.

Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 11am- 12pm. FREE for 55+ Call 716 832-1010 . The Durham Central City Baby Café Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 Eagle St. (716) 427-0566. Thursday October 31 Free Spook Fest Film Festival Movie Matinee & and Kids Halloween: Merriweather Library 1324 Jefferson Ave. Movies @3.30p.m.; Kids Halloween at 5 p.m. for trick or treat, prizes for the best costumes, games and a movie. For complete list of PG-13 movies shown email sblack3001@ gmail.com Grief Support Group: Delaine Waring AME Church, 680 Swan Street, Thursdays, 6:30-8 pm. 716-842-6747. Yoga: Thursdays 5:30 p.m. Gentle Chair Yoga $7; also Yoga & Meditation, 6:30 p.m. $10. Juneteenth Headquarters, 517 Genesee St. The Durham Central City Baby Café Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 Eagle St. (716)427-0566.

Monday November 4 Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 12pm - 1pm. FREE for ages 55+ Call 716 832 1010

The Durham Central City Baby Café Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 Eagle St. (716)427-0566.

Tuesday November 5

Friday November 8

Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 11am- 12pm. FREE for 55+ Call 716 832-1010 .

Saturday November 9 Free Black Holiday Film Festival Movie Matinee: Jefferson Library 1324Jefferson 3.30pm for a complete list of PG-13 movies shown please email Dr. Sylvia Black,PhD at sblack3001@gmail.com

The Durham Central City Baby Café Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 Eagle St. (716) 427-0566. Wednesday November 6 Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 11am- 12pm. FREE for 55+ Call 716 832-1010 . The Durham Central City Baby Café Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 Eagle St. (716) 427-0566. Thursday November 7 Event Marking the 25th Anniversary of the Genocide In Rawanda to be Held at Daemen College: 7-8:30 p.m., Rosary Hall, 4380 Main Street. Free and open to the public. Grief Support Group: Delaine Waring AME Church, 680 Swan Street, Thursdays, 6:30-8 pm. 716-842-6747.

Monday November 11 Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 12pm - 1pm. FREE for ages 55+ Call 716 832 1010

Celebration of Life Set for Crystal “Mama Crystal” Austin-Seymore A memorial service to celebrate the life and legacy of Crystal "Mama Crystal" R. Austin-Seymore, will be held on Saturday, November 9, at Ephesus Ministries 341 Grider St. from 3-7 p.m. with the program from 3:30-5 p.m. “Mama Crystal” transitioned October 8th after a courageous battle with cancer.

WHAT IS EARLY VOTING? YOU CAN VOTE EARLY Now Thru November 3

EARLY VOTING LOCATIONS WILL BE OPEN: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday October 28, 29, 30, 31 & Friday Nov. 1st – Noon to 9 p.m. Saturday November 2 & Sunday November 3 – Noon – 6 p.m. RESIDENTS CAN VOTE AT ANY OF THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS REGARDLESS OF WHERE THEY RESIDE DURING EARLY VOTING City of Buffalo Polling Places Incude: •Board of Elections Main Office, 134 Eagle Street Buffalo •N. Buffalo Community Center, 203 Sanders Rd. Buffalo •The Belle Center 104 Maryland St. Buffalo *Broadway Market, 999. Broadway Buffalo *Hennepin Center, 24 Ludington St. Buffalo •Delavan-Grider Community Center, 877 E. Delavan Ave.,Buffalo •Salvation Army West Side Community Center, 187 Grant St.,Buffalo •Northwest Buffalo community Center, 155 Lawn Avenue, Buffalo •Tosh Collins. Community Center, 25 Cazenovia St., Buffalo •Gloria J. Parks Community Center,3242 Main St., Buffalo Also: •Senior Citizens Center, 230 Martin Rd., Lackawanna (This is a partial listing: For more information or questions call 716 858-8891 or go to elections.erie.gov )

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Bennett High School held their 17thAnnual Sports Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony recently in the school auditorium. Attorney Gregory Brown accepted the award on behalf of his deceased brother Alfred C. Brown (photo below). Their family flew in from various parts of the country for the celebration. Congratulations to the Brown family on this awesome honor. PHOTOS PRINCESS PHOTOGRAPHY DON'T FORGET TO VOTE TUESDAY NOV. 5TH!

Africans in America: America's Journey through Slavery,The Terrible Transformation Friday, November 1, 2019 7:00 pm $5-7 suggested donation •Saturdays Drumming with FANA BANGOURA, 9:30a10:30, 10:45a.m.-12:15 p.m. •Guided Tours for Students •Ujamaa Marketplace & Mor

Baobab Cultural Center 728 University Ave Rochester, NY 14607

There are Six African American women among those community candidates on the November 5th ballot including incumbent Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren. •Karen Bailey Turner, Monroe County Court •Shani Curry Mitchell, Monroe County district Attorney •Council member Michael Patterson incumbent candidate for City Council’s Northeast District. •The Honorable John Lightfoot, incumbent candidate for the Monroe County Legislature for the 25th District •Council member LaShay Harris candidate City Council •LaShana Boose, candidate for City Council for the Northwest Quadrant. •The Honorable Sabrina LaMar 27th District in the Monroe County Legislature •The Honorable Melissa Barrett Rochester City Court •Marvin L. Stepherson is running for Monroe County Legislator District 3

Mayor Warren Faces Challengers in November Election Incumbent Lovely Warren, who handily won the Democratic Party primary, is being challenged by Republican County Legislator Tony Micciche, Green Party candidate Alex White and Lori F. Thomas, who is running on The People's line. James Sheppard is on the Working Families and Independence lines, but he said he would not actively campaign after losing the Democratic primary.