November 6, 2013 by Challenger News

INSIDE ROCHESTER

It’s a Lovely Day! Warren Elected Rochester’s First Female Mayor!

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AROUND TOWN KWANZAA MEETINGS ANNOUNCED

Kwanzaa meetings this year to plan and implement the 2013 Kwanzaa Celebration will be held on Wednesdays at the Baobab Cutural Center 728 University Avenue from 5-6pm October 9th December 18th. Join us to plan an exciting and wonderful Kwanzaa Celebration! *Magnificient Africa Exhibit Open House Sat.Nov. 9, 1-5 p.m., Baobab Cultural Center, 728 University Ave., (585) 563-2145.

WARREN WINS! Lovely Warren, above, celebrates Primary win. She went on to make history Tuesday when she w on general election, defeating incumbent Thomas Richards.

ovely Warren made history Tuesday night when she became the first woman elected Mayor of the City of Rochester. The 36-year old Warren, president of the City Council and lead counsel and chief of staff for State Assemblyman David Gantt, defeated the incumbent, 70-year-old Thomas Richards, first in the Democratic Primary, then again in the General. Richards, who suspended his campaign after his September defeat, remained on the ballot as the Independence and Working Families Party candidate.

Mrs. Warren made schools, specifically the dismal state of the Rochester school district, the cornerstone of her campaign and rolled out a comprehensive education plan to address that critical issue. “Today, only three Rochester high schools graduate more than 50% of their students. The time has come for the city of Rochester to exercise leadership in the area of education,” she declared. She was also outspoken about the “two Rochesters” – one with exciting projects and the other which is seventh in the nation for child poverty and first in the state

for incarcerating young African American males’ ‘ “Technically we have a third-world country right here in our city,” she said in an interview before the primary. In that same interview she stated: “This race is about … our community…We need a mayor who an lift all tides. Who can function in both worlds. Who has the skills and background and the education to manage the city and to work with companies and businesses. But we also need a mayor who understands what’s happening in that other city, and who an relate to those people and uplift them.” Leading up to Tuesday’s election she was endorsed by Gov. Andrew Como and Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks, a Republican who said was “honored” to support Warren. She was also endorsed by U.S. Senators Charles Schumer and Kristen Gillibrand. Lovely ius one of the few African Ameriacan female mayors of a major city in the United States.

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*The Housing Council Operating Rental Property Workshops, Sat. Nov. 9, Fairport, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Sat. Dec. 14, The Housing Council, 75 College Ave., 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Sat. Jan. 25, East Rochester 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; fee $35 per person; to register call 546-370com

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Baobab Cultural Center Events 728 University Ave., (585) 563-2145.

*Ted Kirkland: Spirit & Soul Film & Book Signing Friday, Nov. 8, 7 pm Film Presentation: For Love of Liberty Spirit and Soul: Odyssey of a Black Man in America, Volume One is an engaging, edifying autobiography by Theodore Kirkland, of Buffalo,offering critical insight and politically cognizant commentary on the past, future and real-time reality of race relations in America. Mr. Kirkland will discuss his experiences and their impact. *The film, For Love of Liberty: The Story of America's Black Patriots, Nov. 8, an unprecedented documentation of the AfricanAmerican experience in the U.S. military. $5 donation is suggested. RSVP

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*Friday, Nov. 15, 7 pm Film & Guest: The Tuskegee Airmen with Herbert C. Thorpe. Thorpe was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant Navigator Bombardier on December 30, 1944. Because the Armed Air Forces were not integrating multi-engine air crews then, Black navigator-bombardiers had nowhere to go. Lt. Thorpe was sent to the Tuskegee Army Airfield where he went into advanced flying training to operate multi-engine aircraft. He was then qualified as a B-25 pilot. The Tuskegee Airmen , an inspiring World War II story, spotlights 450 men who fought on two fronts at once. Black American aviators, known as the Tuskegee Airmen, battled Axis powers in Europe and North Africa and then took on racism at home. Their success led to the integration of the U.S. armed forces. $5 donation is suggested. RSVP

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WNY AREA BRIEFS -Election Update-

Brown Wins Third Term Democratic Mayor Byron Brown cruised to victory in Tuesday night’s general election with 69 percent of the vote or 23,538 votes to defeat challenger Sergio Rodriguez who received 10,033 votes. Sergio, who ran on the Republican and Progressive Party lines, conducted a spirited race but was no match for Brown’s incumbency, his $1.2 million campaign war chest or the fact that the city is 73 percent Democrat. Rodriguez, who raised just $23,390, got virtually no support from Republican party headquarters. Mayor Brown -Community CandidatesAdditional community candidate winners include: *Chairwoman Betty Jean Grant, 2nd Legislative District *Barbara Miller-Williams, 1st Legislative District *Debra L. Givens, Buffalo City Court Judge -Additional ResultsThe Republicans swept Erie County, winning control of the County Legislature. They also won the office of Sherriff and Comptroller. *Stefan I. Mychajliw Jr. defeated Democrat Kevin P. Gaughan for Comptroller *Incumbent Timothy B. Howard won in the race for Sherriff over Democrat Richard E. Dobson and minor party candidate Bert D. Dunn.

Free Weatherization Demonstration A demonstration of window weatherization will take place at the Merriweather Library, 1324 Jefferson at Utica on Thursday, Nov. 14 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Come and learn how to properly install weather stripping and window film. Sign up to receive free weatherization kits. Limited supplies are available. David H. Flynn, manager of the Elmwood Avenue Home Depot will conduct the demonstration. The event is being chaired by Larrone Williams and sponsored by National Fuel, Home Depot, the Board of Block Clubs and the Glenwood Block Club.

November is Homeless Awareness Month November is Homeless Awareness Month and Daemen College will host several activities to bring focus to the issue. All events will take place in the Wick Center at the college. On Thursday Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. activities will kick off at 6 p.m. featuring guest speaker Karen Carmen, Director of the Matt Urban Hope Center. On Thursday, Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. the United Way will simulate what it is like to live in poverty. TOn Thursday, Nov. 21 at 6:30 p.m. a panel discussion and concluding remarks will take place.The Daemen College Diversity Community and Center for sustainable Communities and civic Engagement is hosting the events. For more information call 839-8524 or email sbenz@daemen.edu.

Senior Celebration The Delavan Grider Community Center will be holding Senior Celebration Fundraiser on Saturday November 16 from 4-8 p.m. The Celebration is open to seniors for an admission price of $10 per ticket. Attending seniors will be able to enjoy a Chinese Auction,line dancing, door prizes and refreshments. Tickets may be purchased from any current Senior member. The Delavan Grider Community Center is located at 877 E. Delavan Avenue. For more information call 8967021 ext 202.

Fruitbelt Neighborhood Advisory Council Formed : Officers to be Sworn In Nov. 14 The Fruitbelt is one of the City’s most historic neighborhoods dating back to the early 1800’s and is currently in the process of experiencing tremendous growth with an influx of construction projects, jobs and stakeholders. Due to such impacts, community stakeholders have come together and organized with the assistance of Dr. Catherine Fisher Collins, former Buffalo School Board Member, to create Fruitbelt Neighborhood Advisory Council the Fruitbelt Advisory Council, which will provide community input and advice to the Buffalo Common Council on decisions affecting the community. The installation of the Advisory Council will take place on Wednesday, November 13 at the Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers located at 97 Lemon Street at 6 p.m. The following officers will be sworn in by the Honorable James A.W. McLeod, City Court Judge: Pastor Alan R. Core, President; Dennice Barr, First Vice President; Eddie Mae Harris, Second Vice President; Susan Johnson, Corresponding Secretary; Ekua Mends-Aidoo, Recording Secretary; Anthony Chestnut,, Treasurer; Ricardo Herrera, Financial Secretary; Pastor Gregory Deas, Chaplain; Harvil Hill, Sergeant-At-Arms; and Dr. Benjamin Cashaw, Parliamentarian.

Communities of Giving Legacy Initiative Introduces the  “Pay it Forward” Awards The Communities of Giving Legacy Initiative (CGLI), a philanthropy giving circle led by leaders of color, would like to engage the Buffalo community in a conversation about the power of collective giving. On Thursday, Nov. 7, the organization will celebrate the power of collective giving by hosting the “Pay it Forward Awards,” a new event profiling leaders that reflect the multi-cultural and ethnic diversity of the group’s Council – AfricanAmerican, Hispanic-American, Asian-American and Native-American who have committed to paying it forward with their time, talents and treasures in an effort to create positive change in the lives of low-income youth of color in Western New York. The fundraising reception and awards program will be held at WNED Studios, 140 Lower Terrace from 6 to – 8:30 p.m. The 2013 Pay it Forward honorees include: •The Links, Incorporated (Buffalo, Erie County and Niagara Falls, NY Chapters) •Miss Borinquen Leadership Development Committee, Leadership program for Latina girls •Mr. Michael Martin, Executive Director of the Native American Community

Some of the youth who have benefitted from the efforts of philanthropists of color.

Services of Erie and Niagara Counties, Inc. •Mr. John Sung, C.P.A. and Dr. Janet Sung, Founders and owners of Windsong Radiology Group  The awards event is a major part of a month long campaign led by members of The Communities of Giving Legacy Initiative (CGLI), which is a fund of the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo . Members all share a desire to “pay it forward” in honor of those who helped them succeed by creating a legacy of success that will encourage collective giving to support positive change in the lives of low-income youth of color.  “We would like this campaign to be a community conversation in a city so often referred to as the “City of Good Neighbors.” Our city’s generosity is well known. However, the story of col-

lective giving of time, talent and treasure among philanthropists of color in the Buffalo community is not well known,” stated Jennifer J. Parker, Chair of the Communities of Giving Legacy Initiative.

VISIT THE NASH HOUSE MUSEUM

The Nash House Museum 36 Nash Street*856-4490 www.nashhousemuseum.org

Historic home of the late Rev. J. Edward Nash and Frances Jackson Nash. Open by appointment November - January

Lauren Ashley Howard

Lauren Howard Passes New York State Bar Lauren Ashley Howard has been certified to the 4th Judicial Department by the New York State Board of Law Examiners. The New York State Bar Exam is a prerequisite for admission to practice as an attorney in the State of New York, and Miss Howard was among those candidates who were examined on July 30th-31st, 2013. She was notified of her successful results on October 30th, 2013. A graduate of the State University of New York at Buffalo, Miss Howard earned a Bachelor of Arts in Media Study, Magna Cum Laude, and a minor in Japanese Language in May 2010. In May 2013, she earned her second undergraduate degree at UB, a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Studies, Magna Cum Laude, as well as a Juris Doctor from SUNY at Buffalo Law School. Miss Howard is the daughter of State Supreme Court Justice Shirley Troutman, and Dr. Rory J. Howard, Senior General Surgeon at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal, Kansas. She is the step-daughter of Mr. Kenneth J. Turner, Chief Program Officer of the American Red Cross, Western New York Region. The admission ceremony will be held on January 16, 2014, at the New York State Supreme Court Appellate Division, Fourth Department, in Rochester, New York.

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4 National/International NEWS Racism Linked with gun ownership and opposition to gun control A new study has found that higher levels of racism in White Americans is associated with having a gun in the home and greater opposition to gun control policies. The research, published in PLoS One and led by Dr. Kerry O’Brien from Monash University in Australia and Manchester University in the UK, used data from a large representative sample of white US voters. After accounting for numerous other factors such as income, education and political ideology, the researchers found that for each one point increase (on a scale from one to five) in symbolic racism there was a 50 per cent increase in the odds of having a gun in the home and a 28 per cent increase in support for policies allowing people to carry concealed guns. Each one point increase in symbolic racism (a modern measure of anti-Black racism) was also associated with a 27 percent increase in the odds of opposing bans on hand guns in the home. After

accounting for those who already had a gun in the home, the odds were reduced to a non-significant 17 percent increase. However, the authors note that this reduction is unsurprising as opposition to bans on guns equates to self interest on behalf of those who already own a gun and do not wish to give it up. And racism was already strongly associated with having a gun in the home. The research was stimulated by gun control debates in the US, after mass shootings such as the Sandy Hook tragedy, and research showing Black American’s are more likely to be shot than Whites. The most recent figures show there are approximately 38,000 gun related deaths in the US each year, with other research suggesting having a gun in the home is related to a 2.7 or 4.8 fold increase in the risk of a member of that home dying from homicide or suicide, respectively. “Coming from countries with strong gun control poli-

cies, and a 30-fold lower rate of gun-related homicides, we found the arguments for opposing gun control counterintuitive and somewhat illogical,” Dr. O’Brien said. “For example, White Americans oppose gun control to a far greater extent than do Black Americans, but Whites are actually more likely to kill themselves with their guns than be killed by someone else. So why would you keep them? We decided to examine what social and psychological factors predict gun ownership and opposition to gun control.” Conservatism, anti-government sentiment, party identification, being from a southern state, were also associated with opposition to gun control, but the association between racism and the gun-related outcomes remained after accounting for these factors and other participant characteristics (age, education, income, gender). Symbolic racism supplanted old-fashioned or overt/blatant racism which

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was associated with open support for race inequality and segregation under ‘Jim Crow Laws’, but it still captures the anti-Black sentiment and traditional values that underpinned blatant racism. Symbolic racism is also related to stronger opposition to policies that may benefit Black American’s, such as welfare, and greater support for policies that seem to disadvantage black American’s, such as longer prison sentences.

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blackagendareport News Briefs A Slap in the Face “My immediate reaction is that the federal appeals court stopped-and-frisked Judge Scheindlin,” said Carl Dix, a co-founder of Stop Stop-and-Frisk, which launched a campaign of direct action protests at police precincts across New York, two years ago. The panel’s action is a “slap in the face of all of the people who hate stop-and-frisk,” he said. “Them finding impropriety in Judge Scheindlin’s handling of the case, but seeing no impropriety in the way stop-and-frisk demonizes and criminalizes Black and Latino youth – that’s the real story, here.”

Caribbean Slavery Suit: Reparations or Pay-Off? The 12 nations of the Caribbean economic community, plus Haiti and Surinam, plan to sue Britain, France and the Netherlands for the crime of slavery. However, the plaintiffs’ lawyers are already talking about a settlement. “Reparations is an issue whose time has come,” said Omali Yeshitela, head of the African People’s Socialist Party and chairman of the Black Is Back Coalition. But, it seems that the Caribbean leaders are “asking for a kind of pay-off, and nothing that actually challenges the relationships of power and the economic relationships that exist between Europe and the oppressed nations of the world.”

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HEALTH MATTERS

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The 7 Most Prescribed Drugs In The World And Their Natural Counterparts

First row seated, Board of Directors, left to right Secretary, Brent Rollins; Vice Chair, Hosie Arnold, Chairmen, L. Nathan Hare, Treasurer, Floyd Jones.

United Black Men’s Think Tank Of Buffalo Initiates Mentoring Effort Because our Buffalo Public Schools are plagued by an extraordinary percentage of it students - 89%, who are achieving below grade level performance in English Language Arts and Math skills, and virtually every study of the education and life outcomes of these types of children notes that they are at a very high risk of diminished economic viability, social development and even incarceration, the United Black Men’s Think Tank of Buffalo has decided to take the lead in developing a meaningful approach to changing their condition. We intend to have a positive impact on our community and produce outcomes such as a decrease in the dropout rate of African American males, and a marked increase in the rate of High School student graduation. The United Black Men’s Think Tank of Buffalo, is a group of men who are dedicated to solving problems that plague our community, and offering a platform for the operation of other like-minded groups. Chairman L. Nathan Hare invites everyone interested in working toward the positive development of our children of color, to attend the next meeting . For more information call 716-884-3312

f the over 4 billion prescriptions written every year, the United States and Canada make up more than 80% of the world’s prescription opioids (psychoactive medications). Between 1997 and 2012 prescription opioids increased in dosage by almost 500%. Pharmaceuticals and medical errors are now a leading cause of death. Painkillers are the leading cause of accidental death. Check out the top 7 most prescribed drugs and the best natural remedies to treat and prevent disease.   1. HYDROCODONE (Acetaminophen/Vicodin/Oxycontin) Use: For Pain Currently the single most prescribed drug in the world. More and more doctors are getting huge payouts from pharmaceutical companies to promote these hydrocodone, especially generic drugs. They make up more than 20% of the top prescribed medications. Dr. Thomas Frieden, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), told Fox News that doctors are handing out narcotics like candy. Some doctors are giving patients prescriptions for narcotics for even minor injuries. Consequences: Respiratory depression; bradycardia; coma; seizures; cardiac arrest; liver damage; and death. Inherited genes such as the Cytochrome P450 affects metabolic pathways– some cannot process it at all, whereas a smaller percentage can get even more strength from it than usual. Natural Foods:  Ginger, turmeric, berries, cayenne pepper, celery/celery seeds, cherries, dark green veggies, walnuts. See: Natural Healing Remedies: 10 Foods That Fight Inflammation And Pain   2. STATINS (Generic versions of Lipitor/Zocor/Crestor) Use: Reduction of LDL Cholesterol Approximately 15% of the top prescribed medications are generic statins. A study published in January 2012 in the Archives of Internal Medicine linked statins to 48 percent increased risk for type-2 diabetes.

The are NO scientific studies ever documented which have proved through causation that lowering LDL cholesterol prevents disease. The obsessed culture of lowering cholesterol may actually be causing cancer. Consequences: Inflammation and pathological breakdown of muscle, acute kidney failure, diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, interference with sex hormones and death. Natural Foods: Nuts, spinach, apples, turmeric, cranberries, tomatoes, green tea, fatty fish, beans, alfalfa herb, capsicum fruit, garlic, psyllium, fenugreek seeds, butcher’s broom, licorice root, hawthorn berry.   3. LISINOPRIL (Prinivil/ Zestril) AND NORVASC (Amlodipine) Use: Reduction of High Blood Pressure In combination, Lisinopril and Norvasc make up a whopping 23% of the top prescribed medications. This makes them the most prescribed generic medications (if combined) for cardiovascular disease and blood pressure. Individually, Lisinopril constitutes approximately 14% Consequences: Cancer, blood disorders, development of breasts in men,

impotence, depression, tachycardia, enlargement of gums, inflammation of the liver, elevated blood glucose, hepatitis, life threatening skin conditions. Natural Foods: Any foods high in vitamin C (chili peppers, guavas, bell peppers, thyme, parsley, dark leafy greens, broccoli), any foods high in magnesium (chocolate, green leafy vegetables, Brazil nuts, almonds, cashews, blackstrap molasses, pumpkin and squash seeds, pine nuts, and black walnuts) and any foods high in potassium (mushrooms, bananas, dark green leafy vegetables, sweet potatoes, oranges and dates). Coconut oil/water and CoQ10 are also very effective for lowering blood pressure.  4. SYNTHROID (levothyroxine sodium) Use: Hypothyroidism A synthetic form of the thyroid hormone thyroxine, generic Synthroid makes up more than 11% of the top prescribed medications. It’s used to treat hypothyroidism. The related drug dextrothyroxine (D-thyroxine) was used in the past as a treatment for elevated cholesterol but was withdrawn due to cardiac side-effects. Continued Next Week

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Friendship Tea: Books and Thee

Bethel AME of Lackawanna News

Women Extraordinaire - WE Readers Ministry's - Friendship Tea: Books and Thee will be held on Saturday, November 16, from 11a.m.-1p.m. Enjoy fellowship, tea and refreshments, books and extraordinaire giveaways. The event will take place at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 701 E. Delavan Ave.Call 895-7494 to reserve.

Bethel A.M.E. Church 21 Steelawanna Avenue Lackawanna of the W.N.Y. First Episcopal District presents, Presiding Elder Pedro A and soloist Rev. Stephanie Castro in concert featuring the Voices of Jubilee Friday, November 8 at 7 p.m. Guest choir will be Voices of Methodism. For tickets contact Kimberly Smith at 822-5963 or Vivian Thomas at 881-2006.

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Rev. Roderick M. Brown, founder St. Martin de Porres Parish June 17, 1942 – Oct. 16, 2013 Sunday’s Best: Alexis Spight was the 1st runner up in the national Sunday Best competiton in 2012.

Buffalo’s Best Meets Sunday’s Best Auditions Register now to audition for “Buffalo’s Best Meets Sunday Best” at the New WUFO studios, 143 Broadway Ave. Auditions will be held Nov. 15 and 16 at Pilgrim Baptist Church. Visit www.wufoam. com or Call 834-1080 for details.

Worship This Week!

he Rev. Roderick M. Brown, founding pastor of St. Martin de Porres Parish in Buffalo and a spiritual leader for many African-American Catholics, died unexpectedly Oct. 16 in Resurrection Hospital in Chicago. He was 71. The Chicago native served as a priest in the Buffalo diocese for 14 years, and he coordinated the consolidation of several central city parishes into St. Martin de Porres in 1993, which led to the building of a new church on Northampton Street. The structure was the first Catholic church in Buffalo to be built with features that reflect black culture and traditions. Father Brown graduated from Corpus Christi High School in Chicago in 1960 and served as a U.S. Navy corpsman from 1960 to 1964. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Chicago State University in 1974. He entered the novitiate of the Dominican Friars the same year. He studied at St. Rose of Lima Priory in Dubuque, Iowa and the Aquinas Institute of Theology prior to his ordination to the priesthood in 1979 in Dubuque. Father Brown did doctoral studies at LaSalle University in Philadelphia. In 1979, he was assigned to campus ministry at Texas Southern University in Houston. He served as vicar for black ministry in the Diocese of Lansing, Mich., and was pastor of Christ the King Parish in Flint. Later, he was part of team ministry at Visitation Parish in Chicago. In 1988, Bishop Edward D. Head invited Father Brown to Buffalo, where he served as vicar of the Central Buffalo vicariate and pastor of St. Matthew and St. Bartholomew parishes. Father Brown also was involved in interfaith efforts and broader community outreach, and he wrote a book, “A Gathering at the River,” which traced the history of AfricanAmerican Catholics in the Buffalo diocese. Father Brown moved back to Chicago following a 2002 diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. “I’ve grown to love Buffalo and think of it as my home. I’m going to miss it very much,” he said in an interview at the time. He returned to St. Pius V Priory in Chicago on limited service due to his health. He moved to Resurrection Life Center in Chicago in 2008. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday in St. Vincent Ferrer Parish

Detroit Pastor, Resigns After Marrying A Woman

A pastor resigned after announcing to her congregation that she had married a woman. Bishop Allyson Abrams, 43, stepped down from Zion Progress Baptist Church in Detroit recently according to the Detroit Free Press. She told her congregation earlier in the month that she married Diana Williams in March in Iowa where gay marriage is legal.

First Shiloh Pastor, Rev. Jonathan R. Staples (inset).

First Shiloh to Observe 97th Church Anniversary The 97th Anniversary Revival, of First Shiloh Baptist Church, 15 Pine Street, will be held November 5 -7 at 7p.m. nightly at the church. The Rev. Dr. Walter L. Parrish, III of Baltimore, Maryland will join the congregation for a time of renewal and revival. The 97th Church Anniversary will take place Sunday, November 10th at 10:00 a.m. when we will celebrate the Lord’s faithfulness to First Shiloh. The guest preacher is The Rev Dr. Kenneth Q. James, a pastor, educator, and scholar, who serves as the pastor of the Memorial African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church in Rochester, NY. Rev. Jonathan R. Staples is host pastor.

St. Paul’s AME Zion Fall Revival

“Kingdom Agenda: The Great Commission” Fall Revival will be held Wednesday – Friday, November 13 – 15 at 7 p.m. nightly at St. Paul’s A.M.E. Zion Church, 610 East Eagle Street. Newly-installed pastor, the Rev. Loretta Brooks welcomes Rev., Dr. Stephen W. Pogue of the Greater Centennial A.M.E. Zion Church, Mt. Vernon, N.Y. as the featured revivalist. Rev. Pogue, a spirit-filled pastor, dynamic speaker and teacher. For additional information, please contact Anita Ingram. Phone: (716) 852-2721, Fax: (716) 852-2722. Email: stpaulsamezionchurch.com

ENTERTAINMENT

ON STAGE The Sunset Limited

on stage @ Paul Robeson Theatre at the Afrian American Cultural Center, 350 Masten Ave., Nov. 8 - Dec. 1; Fri/Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 4 p.m.; $25, seniors/students $22; 884-2013

The Beautiful Music Band

featuring “Peaches,” Saturday November 9,16 & 23 (Thanksgiving Celebration) and December 21 (Christmas Party) & Dec. 28 at The New Humboldt Inn, E. Delavan & Humboldt Parkway; Also playing at the Seneca Niagara Casino Middle Stage, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m., Friday, Nov. 22.

Wayne Shorter

November 21, UB Center for the Arts; tickets @ Center Box Office; for info; 645-2787 or visit UBCFA. ORG

Saturday LIVE

@ The Historic Colored Musicians Club, JTher Vincent James Explosion, Sat. Nov. 9 COMMUNITY AFRICAN DRUM AND DANCE CLASS: A

Performing @ Rhythms Café, 1380

Jefferson, Sunday Nov. 17, Brunch featuring Annette Christian w/Jimmy Davis on piano & Lonnie Harrell poetry; 2 p.m.$30 includes dinner.

Faith, Bilal and the Jazz Example

Sat. Nov. 30, The Metropolitan, 1670 Main St., tickets $25 @ http://faithharris.com; $30 @ door.

Clybourne Park,

starring Buffalo’s own Barry Williams & Danica Riddick, Shea’s, Nov. 8 Dec. 1; Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m; Fridays & Saturdays @ 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m.; tickets $35 & $17 students @ Shea’s Ticket Office.

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Has Kanye Gone Too Far? West Target of Boycott by Sharpton’s National Action Network for Confederate Flag Clothing If you thought a Jesus impersonator and bedazzled face masks were the only jaw-dropping stunts Kanye West had up his sleeve for the "Yeezus" tour, then think again. In fact, the fashion-obsessed rapper is taking his controversial antics to a whole new level by selling confederate flag emblazoned t-shirts. That's right, the historically racist symbol is all over Kanye's concert merchandise. The National Action Network of Los Angeles, a leading national civil rights group founded by Rev. Al Sharpton is none too amused and is calling for a national boycott of hip hop superstar Kanye West new clothing line featuring the confederate flag symbol. Why? “Kanye West already has several pieces of merchandise from his Yeezus tour that are emblazoned with the controversial Southern Cross at his tour store in Los Angeles. Our organization is deter-

mined to shut down that and any other store that decides to sell this merchandise. For African-Americans the confederate flag is symbolic of the hurt and pain of slavery in the South and the legacy it has left for those still living under those ideologies. When Kanye embraces and adorns this confederate flag, He also embraces the ignorance and racism that goes along with it.” I challenge Kanye West to create a clothing line of merchandise featuring swastikas if he’s sincere about his beliefs . But we all know Kanye doesn’t have the courage to do that. The Jewish community would run him out of town if he did and so should the African American community,” stated Najee Ali political director of the Los Angeles National Action Network. “Kanye West selling jackets with the Confederate flag on them is a disgrace and embarrassment. many of our

ancestors were brutalized, kidnapped , raped, and murdered during slavery under this flag. Its inexcusable for West to be promoting and merchandising this flag. Were determined to boycott and shut down any other stores that attempt to sell this merchandise, stated Rev K.W. Tulloss President National Action Network Los Angeles The Rev. Al Sharpton: “The Confederate flag symbolizes dehumanization, injustice and pain. It is a stark reminder of an era in our history that was defined by the abhorrent practice of slavery. And it is representative of a mentality that looked upon blacks as inferiors who needed to remain in the shackles of subservience.”

Orchestra Rehearsal Rehearsal for the Larry Salter Soul Orchestra is held every Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. the public is invited. Call first. (716) 855-9383 SEE YOU AT THE EVENTS!

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party over here!! *The Little Black Dress Party, Friday, November 8 from 6-10 p.m., Buffalo Live Main & Minnesota; Donation $10- and Doris Records. *Stevie J, Buffalo Live, Friday, Nov. 8, 3053 Main St.; $15 advance, @Doris Records; $25 @ dppr. 10 p.m. -3 a.m.

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“Emile Was The World…” Community pays tribute to a legend during an inspiring and spiritually uplifting memorial

jima Theatre’s Lorna C. Hill, in her brief, yet brilliant eulogy for Buffalo’s beloved Emile Latimer, summed it all up in seven profound words: “We will never have another like you….” And so it was on an exceptionally windy Friday, November 1, that the community and the world celebrated the earthly existence of one who bought so much to so many, - a service as unconventional and beautiful as the man himself. Inside the Unitarian Universalist Church, the spirit was high. The sounds of John Coltrane’s “Love Supreme” performed by Eric Crittenden on sax, filled the magnificent chapel as hundreds streamed in to be seated. Lorna, who also opened the service, recited the poem “On Death” from Kahlil Gabran’s “The Prophet” which ended with the profound words: Only when you drink from the river of silence shall you indeed sing. And when you have reached the mountain top, then you shall begin to climb.

And when the earth shall claim your limbs, then shall you truly dance. The invitation was then open for the community to dance in celebration of Emile’s life. And what a dance it was! The church rocked to the sounds of “Somali,” performed by Emile himself and his group Abundance. Emile’s drumming on that piece was exhilarating! Those who danced did so from the soul; young old; Black, Brown and White. There was singing and hand clapping laughter and tears. It was cathartic. A bittersweet, joyful moment in time. A Cleansing. A lovefilled release, as large images of Emile, known lovingly as “Papa,” smiled approvingly. He had to have been especially pleased to know that some of the very souls who danced to his first drum beat here in the late 1970’s from the Black Dance Workshop/School of Movement were part of the celebration Then came the heartfelt words by some of those whose lives he touched. One of them, his “adopted” daughter, Yanava, delivered a beautiful, hon-

est and heartfelt tribute to her “Poppers” who was “always there.” One of his brothers in the sprit, who traveled from New York City, Cascadu, shared the story of their spiritually profound connection which played a major role in shaping him. Emile did what he was sent here to do, he said, which was “to build a village of consciousness in every person he touched…to weave a web of connectedness among souls… among brothers and make the village what he was instructed to make it.” On a more personal level, he said, Emile “infused in me, the spirit… to play the drum, to live by the drum and become the drum.” M’Baye Diagne, who met Emile in Senegal, West Africa when Emile traveled there to study the djembe drum, declared that a tribute in the form of a sidewalk star in Emile’s honor needs to be created (similar to a Hollywood Star). Calling him “a master,” he declared “Everybody love Papa” who “lifted people up when they are down…The man had a heart of a lion…” continued M’Baye in halting English…”the man was a legend!” Also sharing the love was Cheryl Gorski, Emile’s personal photographer, whose images adorned the sanctuary; Ismael “Mayo” Gonzales, another one of Emile’s beloved “brothers”; and Gi (Gail) Lyons, his special spiritual companion, who recited the poem “Dream Walking” by Sunshine, in his honor. Zoe Scruggs, Emile’s God child, an amazing young vocalist, performed a beautiful rendition of “Salt” by Lizz

Wright. Staying true to the unique beauty of the service, the gathering then heard a recording of the voice of Emile himself, tell his own story, in his own words, and declare his own purpose, stating, “I was born to play rhythm.” At the end, he beat the drum for us one more time, as only Emile can…and Nina’s Simon’s classic, “I Love you Porgy” played to a now quiet and reflective gathering of souls. “Emile Was The World…” Emile’s brief illness and sudden death on October 23 shook this city’s cultural community to its core.. Gi Lyons sat at her kitchen table in her Northland Avenue home just days before the memorial service; the same table where she and Emile shared so many daily teas and countless conversations. She had known for some time before he fell ill that his health was deteriorating. She watched him closely. She saw the signs. “He was born in his mama’s bed (Gladys Landrum Latimer) in Huntington, Long Island on May 15, 1934” Gi said. “He would always say that his father, Homer Latimer, was his best friend.” Gi did not refer to Emile as “Papa” – the beloved term used to describe him by most. “Emile was the world,” she reflected, quietly shifting though scores of photos and old articles. Indeed. Emile had already made great strides by the time he came to Buffalo in 1977. Beating on whatever he could find since the age of 3 (his father made him a pair of sticks and a rubber pad), by Junior high he was also playing piano and had his own group. In high school he discovered he could play rhythms on bongos. He bought his first drum for $10. He began drumming for dance classes in 1953 while still in Long Island. Self taught, Ti Ro Ro, a Master drummer of Haiti, was one of his first inspirations. After he left home as a young man Emile had his share of hard times. When he made it to New York he was in his twenties. “He recalled sleeping on the subways in New York City… on park benches,” shared Gi. “But what made a difference in Emile’s life is that he became responsible.” The turning point came when he was invited to per-

Emile. Jim Bush Photo formance. “Nina, who hired him as a guitarist, didn’t even know that Emile was a drummer!” said Gi. He has literally played all over the world with Richie Havens, whom he considered a good friend. He performed with Exuma, the Obeah Man, and was introduced to the Master, Olatunji. He was acquainted with Hugh Masekela and performed at such venues as the Montreaux Jazz and Pop Festival of the Netherlands and Switzerland and the Newport Jazz Festival. He was also at Woodstock. In 1976 he was invited to the 10th Year Independence Celebration of the South Afrikan Republic of Botswana by that nation’s President, which included accompanying famous South African vocalist Letta Mbulu. Gi reflected: “Emile used to say, ‘everything I’ve done I’ve done because of my music and I’m known n 158 counties!’ ” “Rooted” In 1977 Emile first arrived in Buffalo to drum for classes at the School of Movement and the Allentown Art Center at the request of .his mentor, the legendary Pearl Reynolds, a principal dancer with the great Katerine Dunham. That was also the year he

and Gi met. “Emile was immersed,” Gi recalled. “he was a dancer’s drummer.” When Emile played and she danced, the magic was immediate. Lorna Hill at the memorial last Friday described the scene like this: “…it was exhilarating, transforming, transfixing, exuberant… not just the love between the dancer and the drum…but the watchers as well.” That was the same year that the Dance Mobile was formed and Gi participated with School of Movement performing African dance and drumming all over the city. It was a precursor to the Sounds and Echoes of Yemenja, the group which Emile and Gi would later form. “1977 was a magical year,” she recalled. In 1978 their daughter Kunjane’ was born. Sounds and Echoes officially debuted in 1979 in Kleinhans Music Hall. The group consisted of Emile on Congas, Gi on cow bells, percussion and dance, Ismael Gonzales “Mayo” on congas and percussion , Eddie Nicholson on percussion and dancers Yvonne Hicks, Anisha Hassan, Tina Houston and Pauline Foster. Sounds and Echoes made a significant imContinued Page 10

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EMILE continued pact on spreading the culture of dance and drum in Buffalo and beyond. “1982 was our best year,” she recalled. They received a grant to work with a youth group they formed called the Spirit of Dance and Drum, comprised of girls between the ages of 10 and 11 from the Jasper Parish Housing Projects in the Black Rock section of the city. It was a hit. That year they traveled with the young troupe to Madison, Wisconsin Civic Center where they received rave reviews and a standing ovation. In addition to Sounds and Echoes, which he co-founded with Gi, Emile also formed (and performed with ) Xalat ( Sounds & Echoes: consisting of dancers Robbin Hibbert, Anisha Hassan, Yvette Hicks, Nicole Jones and Erika Mitchell and drummers Landing Diatta, M’baye Diagne and Boubacar Cissoko, Baba Isa and Chechon Stepp); Additional groups he formed were Wato Seta Jama, Africo (a percussion group), and his most recent, Kinfolk, comprised of family members. -The DjembeGi, who had studied dance in Senegal, West Africa before meeting Emile, was trained to dance to the djembe, and encouraged Emile to play that particular drum. “The Djembe was not prevalent in Buffalo at the time” she said. “It wasn’t until Emile went to Dakar, Senegal in 1987 on the advice of Senegalese famed

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Emile the Master Drummer by Daryl Rasuli Since the beginning of time, The heartbeat, The spirit of goodness, Came through the drummer. A channel in which God speaks Without interpretation, without words, with feeling and truth. A master drummer, rare, bringing the wisdom of past to the present, Calling our ancestors on our behalf, Speak to us, Attach us to that river of humanity. The Master Drummer travels Up and down the river of life, Picking the necessary wisdom To carry us couragously to the future. Travel on great drummer and send the necessary rhythms Through the drummers you have taught, That we might travel down the wide expansive river fearlessly….

Tao Te Ching 43 The gentlest thing in the world Overcomes the hardest thing in the world. That which has no substance Enters were there is no space. This shows the value of non-action. Teaching without words, Performing without actions: That is the Maser’s way.

“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

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“Throwin’ The Babies Under the Bus”

hen last also required to dewe talkvelop contingency ed on plans to move all the subject of the 28,000 children in state of our pub45 failing schools. lic schools, we These plans may be reported that our put into effect over elected board reptime, but for those Sabirah resentatives have who apply now, the utterly failed us Muhammad transfer must be in the exercise of granted now. their duties. We reported When the Superintendent that they have created false and other administrators recontroversies (“Save the ported that they would move Superintendent who’s per- 300 – 500 children this year, fectly safe, “Carl Paladino is they were openly announcpickin’ on me…)” in order ing their intent to break the to distract us from the fact law. They have proceeded that they have “thrown our to do just that. Though babies under the bus.” we are continuing to battle One of the most egre- for our children, so far, the gious examples of the sac- only ones who receive conrifice of our children in- sequences for the failure of volves the school choice / school administrators are school transfer campaign our children, in the way of that garnered over 2,000 drop-outs, functional illitrequests for transfers from eracy; the lack of marketfailing schools. As you may able skills and few chances know, the district is required for higher education or gainby law to grant space in a ful employment. In addischool of good standing for tion, should our children any child who requests a misbehave at school, the transfer from a school that’s consequences are harsh and in bad standing. It is not al- immediate, ranging from lowed to claim that a child suspension to denial of excan’t be moved for lack of tracurricular activities, to space; the law cites 10 op- being handcuffed and taken tions for ways to create to jail. How is that fair? space, and mandates that the How do we as a community district do so. tolerate more scrutiny, conWe have already ex- demnation and severe punposed the wicked lie on the ishment for children - but part of administration of- not for adults – whose beficials that parents weren’t havior is most likely the rearequesting transfers in large son for the acting out among numbers because they were the children! apparently “satisfied” with Recently, our Millions their failing schools. Once More Movement Co-Chair parents were informed of and DPCC (District Parthe law that they could not ent Coordinating Council) be denied, they responded President Samuel Radford in record numbers; num- reported something that bers that would have been churned our stomachs and greater had administrators left us fighting mad. Apnot sabotaged the process. parently, the district could Parents reported long lines, immediately grant the translong waits, and no assis- fers that they’re refusing, but tance, even for those who administrators have devised could not read or speak Eng- a scheme to force the state lish. Many walked out in to pay for the costs – somefrustration. But in addition thing known in the criminal to the approximate 2,000 justice system as extortion. who did apply, the district is The plan is to claim that

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the district doesn’t have the money to move the children, which will require parents to file an appeal with the state to force them to make the transfers, but will require the state to pay for the costs. An administrator, a board member, and later the Superintendent have confirmed that all 2,000 of the children can be moved now. Both the administrator and the board member admitted that the children could be moved to the old Performing Arts building, School #56 on Delavan, and that the other buildings could be annexed. The board member in this meeting boasted that the district annexed Pinnacle Charter and moved 500 children in less than a week. Here’s the problem. The state doesn’t want to give money to move children to empty buildings – while there’s space in other schools. But the schools in good standing are mostly White. The schools in bad standing are mostly Black. It was designed that way, and those who designed it mean to keep it that way. We have negroes out there claiming that it’s reasonable to move 300 children now. Give the Superintendent more time. Whose children are we talking about? Whose child is it OK to sacrifice? How much time does it take to comply with the law? Obviously, when the will is there, it takes a week. Here’s what they want more time for. 1) The 2,000 parents who applied for transfer are the fist ripple in an awakening that will ultimately dismantle the twotiered system that’s killing the majority of our babies. They want more time to keep parents feeling powerless, kill their hope for change and put them back to sleep, or inaction. 2) Instead of doing right by our children when we challenge them, the administrators’

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The Buffalo Veterans Group Attends 25th Anniversary of the Congressional Black Caucus Dear Editor: The Buffalo Veterans Group, Executive Officers Jerry Bowman, Charles Allman, and Debbera Ransom (AMVETS Commander, Johnetta R. Cole Post # 24), attended the 25th Anniversary of the Congressional Black Caucus Veterans Brain Trust, at the CBCF 43rd Annual Legislative Conference in Washington D.C. in September, and brain stormed with men and women from around the country. We have returned with much information, and made necessary contacts with people who are on the same page as we are. We are planning another trip to Washington DC, this month to visit with high ranking officials at VA Headquarters, and will meet with a member/members of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs. No date has been set as of yet. We are making plans based on the availability of the individuals we want to meet with. Far too many issues have negatively affected our veteran community, because the system that is suppose to care for us, has completely failed. And as veterans, we are obligated to speak up and demand changes in the VA system, marked bt corruption, fraud, malpractice, poor attitudes, poor service, large backlogs of veteran claims, mistakes, etc. If you are interested in making this trip with us, to express your concerns, or the concerns of your veteran’s organization directly to the right officials who can make changes, contact the Buffalo Veterans Group at the numbers listed below. We will charge a fee of $75, which will help to cover the expenses of a hotel and gas. We will probably travel by van, depending on how many people who really want to go. We are not going to Washington to “beg” anyone for anything. We will be making more of a demand. We served America and now America must serve us...as promised!! Jerry Bowman - 716-335-8272] Charles W. Allman III. - 716-812-7707 Debbera Ransom - 716-563-2536 response is to mount a campaign of lies against parents. They want more time to try to dismantle the DPCC. 3) The amount of money that comes into Buffalo for the education of our children is enormous. They want more time to continue stealing it. In fact, the 5 or 6 million dollars that it would take to make the transfers can’t even compare to approximately $900 million in School Improvement Grant (SIG) and Title I money

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Lt. Colonel Stayce Harris made history in February 2001, by becoming the first African American women to command an Air Force Flying Squadron. Lt. Colonel Harris, who was mentored by Tuskegee Airmen, commanded the 729th Airlift Squadron out of California. In charge of over 100 personnel, she commanded missions that transported combat forces and humanitarian aid.

This outstanding young man quickly rose through the ranks earning over a hundred different Leadership and Excellence awards and held titles such as, “Ring Leader, “Top Gun,” “Top Recruiter,” “Top Station Commander,” to name just a few. He proudly served in combat in war zones of Kuwait, two different tours in Afghanistan and Iraq. He led soldiers and continues to lead soldiers to this day with honor, courage and the highest distinction.

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Many African Americans have served in wars only to come home to slavery, Jim Crow, lynchings and businesses that would not serve them, because of the color of their skin. Even more noteworthy, African American military members committed themselves to defending other American citizens rights to vote, although they were deprived of the same. Despite all of these contradictions, African Americans have been able to serve honorably and achieve a high standard of excellence and discipline throughout all branches of the armed forces.

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Tuskegee Airman, Daniel “Chappie” James Jr. was the first four-star general in the United States military. As a fighter pilot, he flew 101combat missions during the Korean War. He flew an additional 78 combat missions during the War Vietnam.

Established in 1979, BVSJ has helped to provide legal, medical, housing and career assistance services for African American veterans. In the past fiscal year they have service over 10,000 veterans. For more info on BVSJ contact www. bvsj.org. African American military personnel have had to endure hardships inside the military, as well as outside. Their impact on the social and political climate of America is often dismissed or ignored. Their ability to overcome and accomplish in spite of adversity is commendable. People of all nationalities are encouraged to learn about African American military contributions, because it is not just Black history, it is American history. Salim Adofo is the National Vice Chairperson National Black United Front

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BARBER SHOPS Klassic Kuts 1471 Kensington 836-3260

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PIERCE & PRESLEY (Elvis that is!): On June 21, 1958 at Fort Hood Texas, Pfc. Eugene L. Pierce of Buffalo and Pvt. Elvis A Presley of Memphis, Tennessee, take a break from their basic training duties. After the completion of advance infantry training they were assigned to a unit in West Germany. Rev. Pierce, a long time Community activist, is now retired Deputy Superintendent of the Erie County Correctional Facility. He is the current Commander of the Jesse Clipper Post #430, American Legion and Chair of the Buffalo Branch NAACP Criminal Justice Committee. Rev. Pierce successfully arranged to have the Buffalo NAACP conduct voter registration within the correctional facility for those prisoners that were not convicted of a felony or on parole for a felony.

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WASHINGTON — It took nearly 15 years after voters approved medical marijuana for it to become available in the District of Columbia, but the next major change to pot laws in the nation’s capital is on the fast track. The D.C. Council is poised to approve a bill that would decriminalize possession of small amounts of pot, and Democratic Mayor Vincent Gray announced last month that he supports it. He could sign the bill into law as early as January. Some activists want the city to go further by legalizing, taxing and regulating marijuana as Colorado and Washington state do, and they’re considering a ballot initiative if the council doesn’t take that step. It’s a big change from a year ago, when there was no medical marijuana in the capital and elected officials weren’t talking about relaxing recreational pot laws.

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A SOLDIER’S STORY continued make it to the top. It takes hard work, dedication, perseverance and an outstanding leader to rise through the ranks from Private First Class to a Sergeant Major in the Army. I am proud to honor my American Hero from Buffalo, New York, Command Sergeant Major Albert L. Lampkins for making it to the TOP! “Some people dream of Success while others wake up and work hard at it.”

BOARD OF ED continued and the utter lack of integrity in developing the plan for academic achievement. There is no way the district could have created a workable plan that would succeed while violating the process apparently every step of the way. So how do they explain away persistent failure after only pretending to meet the requirements that have been instituted for success? That brings us to our next installment in this report: “Blaming the Victim.”

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The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority Seeks to fill the following position: AIRFIELD SUPERINTENDENT JOB #170-13-N Duties: Has overall responsibility for administrative, technical and supervisory work in the airfield operations of the Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Performs important duties in developing and carrying out airport regulations, policies, security and procedures to ensure effective passenger, cargo, general aviation and public services. Plans, directs, and coordinates activities and personnel involved in airfield operations, airfield electrical, fuel farm, equipment maintenance, and airport landscape services departments. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Aviation-related field, and five (5) years experience in airport, port, or other major transportation facilities operation and maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Proven experience in airfield snow removal maintenance procedures. To apply: Send application, resume and cover letter specifying the job number to: NFTA Human Resources/Job # 170-13-N 181 Ellicott Street Buffalo, NY 14203 Application deadline: 11/13/2013 Niagara Frontier is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The following positions are available in various departments and locations of Erie Community College Technical Assistant Full-Time – Hospitality Management Assistant Professor of Nursing Full-Time Instructional Support Spec PT-Secondary Transition Programs Mentor PT – Transitional Services Assist Prof PT-Workforce Dev Solar (Photovoltaic) Energy Technical Assistant PT – Industrial Technology Cashier PT – Bursar Mentor PT – Education 2 Recovery Program Case Manager RPT – Cast Program For more information or to apply to the positions above go to:

https://jobs.ecc.edu Erie Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, members of minority groups, persons with disabilities, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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EVENTS CALENDAR

Wednesday November 6

Monday November 11

Thursday November 14

Family Fun Bowling Day: Every Wed. Kerns Bowling, 163 Kerns, 5-8 p.m. Hosted by Buffalo United Front.

American Legion Veterans Day Ceremony: Forest Lawn, 8:30 - 9:45 a.m., free and open to the public.

Free Window Weatherization Demonstration: 5-7:30 p.m., Merriweather Library Jefferson & Utica; free.

Tuesday November 12

Career Fair: Buffalo Employment and Training Center, 77 Goodell St.; 10 a.m. – noon; 856-5627.

Hutch Tech High School Admissions Testing: 8:15 a.m., 256 S. Elmwood;www.buffaloschools.org Also on Nov. 13 & 14 @ 8:15 a.m. ECC Fall Open House: South Campus, 4-7 p.m., 851-1ECC. Thursday November 7 AKA Debutante Information Meeting: 802 Kenmore Ave, 6 p.m. Hutch Tech High School Admissions Testing: 8:15 a.m., 256 S. Elmwood;www.buffaloschools.org Also on Nov. 13 & 14 @ 8:15 a.m. “Play It Forward” Awards: The communities of Giving Legacy Initiative, 6-8:30 p.m., WNED Studios, 140 Lower Terrace; 852-2857 Friday November 8 Thanking Veterans in Our Community: 12 Noon, Buffalo & Erie County Public Library, Lafayette Square downtown, Veterans Day Ceremony, Don Paul keynote speaker; free and open to the public; 858-8900. Stevie J. Brings Love From Hip Hop Atlanta: three special appearances: 3:30-4:30 @ Villa in Thruway Plaza; 5-6 p.m. One of a Kind Fashion, 3000 Bailey; 10p.m. – 3 a.m., Buffalo Live, 3053 Main St., tickets $15 in advance. “The Little Black Dress Party”: 6-10 p.m. at Buffalo Live, $10 tickets at Doris Records & at the door. Saturday November 9 City Honors School Open House: 9 a.m., 186 E. North; 816-4230. Veterans Day Parade: 11 a.m. from Delaware Ave. & Edward to City Hall; 862-8753 or www.buffalo. va.gov for info.

“Living on the Border” Program: Canadian-American issues and opportunities panel discussion, 7 p.m., Buffalo History Museum; 881-3010 ext. 227. Wednesday November 13 Board of Education Meeting: 5:30 p.m. Waterfront School, 95 Fourth Street. Installation of Fruit Belt Neighborhood Advisory Council: BFNC, 97 Lemon St., 6 p.m. Community Congress: 6-8 p.m., City Honor School, 186 E. North St.; workshop on creating a more sustainable future for Buffalo/Niagara; free & open to public; visit oneregionforward.org. Kristian Williams, Author or Life During Wartime: Resisting Counter Insurgency, Our Enemies in Blue, Confrontations, American Methods, Hurt; 7pm, Burning Books, 420 Connecticut Street.

LP Ciminellli Community Forum for Leroy/Fillmore Residents and Business Owners: School #61m 453 Leroy Ave; 5-8 p.m.; 2184698

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HONORED: Ellicott District Councilmember and Buffalo The Common Council recently honored Keith B. Wiley in the Council Chambers. Mr. Wiley, a math educator at Houghton Academy, led his underdog student math team to defeat the reigning math team champs City Honors in the Buffalo City Schools Middle School Math League competition. Houghton is a pubic school with an 85 percent poverty rate. T:9.75” Congratulations to Mr. Wiley and his awesome students! PHOTOS PRINCESS PHOTOGRAPHY

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