Chautauqua Star March 14, 2014

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By Scott Wise Editor

March bring with it springtime, St. Patrick’s Day and one of your favorite bi-an-

nual specials, the Campus Consultant.

Residents of Chautauqua County have come to look to and rely on the Campus Consultant for information

on planning for and applying to colleges as the school year nears its end. Our fall issue gave you previews and ideas on how to start the process, and senior and juniors now can look to our

spring edition to finalize their plans and prepare for that next big step.

Check out pages 17-23 of this issue for college locations, costs, and application ideas.

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While applying to college may seem easy, getting in can be tough! When you apply for college, you will have to be honest with yourself and do a bit of research to find the right fit.

This section is about how to apply to college, and the three steps to take when applying to colleges for the best chances at getting into the best college for you.

While an education from Harvard University may seem ideal, it isn't the right fit for everyone, only a select amount of elite students get admitted each year (Harvard University rejects 93% of applications.) When you apply to college you need to pick a school that aligns with your interests and academic profile, and that can meet your education goals and needs.

To do this, you need to make a list, then by looking at admissions statistics, including the test scores and

Step 2: Splitting The List Into Target, Reach and Safety Schools

GPA of students admitted the previous year, get a feel for a school's selectivity and whether or not you would get in. Here is the applying to college process broken down into three easy steps:

Step 1: Making A List Of Colleges To Apply To

With over 6000 colleges in the United States, the first step in applying to college is to do some research and make a college list. This process will be different for everyone. Some students have schools in mind, some know the state they want to

You will need to take your list, and now decide which are your top picks, which are attainable for you academically, which are affordable for you only with aid (don't discount a school because of price, but if this is a factor have a backup plan), and refine your broad list into a group of schools that gives you the best chance for success. Talk to an admissions counselor at your high school if you have questions about this. Counselors will usually have experience in what schools are a good fit for students with your academic record, test scores and extracurricular activities, and what type of aid your situation may provide.

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The Wall Street Journal recently published an article regarding the state of the United States electrical grid, and its susceptibility to Part of the Star Media Group family sabotage and attack.

Locally owned and operated, this media company believes Without quoting the in promoting, celebrating and advancing the positive whole article, here’s aspects of our community. the gist.

For more information, call (716) 366-9200 in Dunkirk or (716) The US grid is split 338-0030 in Jamestown. Visit our online community web into three different portal at www.starnewsdaily.com. main sections - West, Vice President and General Manager East and Texas (long Kristin Korn kristin.korn@star-mediagroup.com live the Lone Star Sales Manager state?). With that, Jason Ferguson jason.ferguson@star-mediagroup.com there are over 55,000 Account Representative electric transmission Ray Cieslewicz rayc@star-mediagroup.com sub-stations. Of those Matt owczarczak matt.o@star-mediagroup.com 55,000, it would only Editor take the destruction or Scott Wise scott.wise@star-mediagroup.com sabotage of nine – yes, Sports Editor 9 – to cause a nationStefan gestwicki stefan.gestwicki@star-mediagroup.com wide blackout that Graphic Designer would endure for an patrick Westin pat.westin@star-mediagroup.com estimated 18 months.

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Former Fredonia resident Josh McIlvain appears on Jeopardy.

ognized the essential nature of a free press in mandating a free nation.

But, as someone once so wisely said, with much power comes much responsibility.

The Wall Street Journal, no doubt, did a lot of research in finding that study information. But was it truly in the best interest of the nation for that to be published?

To its credit, the WSJ did not in fact publish those nine crucial substations that would bring down the nation. But, when you’ve essentially done the homework and laid it out before the bully, the bully will give into its nature and take advantage of the situation.

Was it irresponsible for the WSJ to publish such sheltered information? I guess that’s not for me to decide. I am, and this should be no surprise to those that read my column, a conservative by nature – and a strong proponent of small government. But, I recognize the ability and the capability of our government to defend this nation. A job that is thwarted by the

hand of the ‘free press’ at times.

That doesn’t mean a nation should maintain a position of transparency. The National Security Agency recently fell into hot water because took the name of transparency and managed to rob and plunder from privacy’s treasure chest. But at what point is the line crossed?

I do not believe the American public gained anything from the knowledge that our nation could be take down in a day. I believe that, with the necessarily changes already underway, it could have been reported years down the road and said ‘look what we did to succeed.’

Now we wait. It’s my prayer of course that no situations would arise because of this.

But, if you find your neighborhood suddenly without power, maybe start walking to New York City and find the editors to thank them for revealing to Paris our Achilles’ heel.

Scott Wise is the editor of the Chautauqua Star. Comments on this story of any other can be directed to scott. wise@star-mediagroup.com.

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Obama administration was made aware of this study last year, and according to the article, there is work already underway to bump up the security at the crucial substations, thus preventing what would surely be a decisive attack to our nation.

Cheryl LaFleur, acting chairman for the FERC, released a statement regarding the article. "Today’s publication by The Wall Street Journal of sensitive information about the grid undermines the careful work done by professionals who dedicate their careers to providing the American people with a reliable and secure grid. …The publication of other sensitive information is highly irresponsible.”

This brings to mind an interesting responsibility placed in the hands of the free press.

I recognize that, as a journalist, my job is to bring the news to the masses. I also recognize that our ‘masses’ are insurmountably smaller by comparison than the masses reached by the Wall Street Journal, but the underlying principle is the same. The founders of this country rec-

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Statepoint Crossword

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THEME: MARCH MADNESS ACROSS

1. "Haste makes waste," e.g.

6. Helicopter landing 9. Deadly slitherers 13. Bad car 14. Pub offering 15. Do this or forever hold your peace 16. Say pretty please 17. Junior's junior 18. Down and out 19. *Sweet number in March 21. *Point and shooting players 23. Coltrane's woodwind 24. Not in favor of 25. Final, abbr.

28. Essen basin 30. Firstborn 35. Story part 37. Plenty 39. 6 in 1/6 40. Fill to satisfaction 41. Pisa attraction 43. Not far 44. Correct 46. Japanese stringed instrument 47. Any of several languages of Celts 48. It's to be brushed off 50. Invitation letters 52. England's favorite drink in French 53. Exclamation of disgust 55. Diamond stat 57. Gluteus, pl.

60. *Grid 64. Grassy plain 65. *What teams do 67. Brownish gray 68. Fluorescent red dye 69. Down with the flu 70. Blew it 71. Wild goat 72. Red Cross bed 73. Midway attractions -------------------------------------DOWN 1. "The Sound of Music" backdrop 2. Kosher establishment 3. Unacceptable to some merchants 4. *As opposed to heroes 5. Ingratiate 6. Sacrificed for gain?

7. Formerly Cassius Clay

Last week’s solutions

Chautauqua County Humane Society Pet of the Week

8. Condescend 9. Copycat 10. *One of basketball sixteen 11. Stationer's stock 12. *NCAA's Big ___ Conference 15. Escargot 20. Feel like a champ 22. Shoshonean 24. MOMA display 25. *A #16 over a #1, e.g.

26. Andean pack animal 27. Luggage handler, e.g.

29. *Kind of shot down low 31. Eat 32. Make an effort 33. Money under mattress 34. *Value outside the arc 36. Backpacker's shelter

38. Best of 5 of these in men's tennis 42. Red _____ 45. *Opening round locale in OH 49. To feel regret 51. Chatterbox 54. Kind of duty 56. Ticks and mites and such 57. Lump 58. Function as a laser 59. Computer operating system, not Windows 60. Aaron Rodgers' mimed accessory 61. Kurdistan native 62. D'Artagnan's weapon of choice 63. Kennedy and Turner 64. Waikiki wear 66. United Nations labor agency

ADopt a pet

This week we are featuring “Shiloh” and “Sylvester.” Shiloh is a three-year-old Shar Pei mix. He likes squeaky toys and belly rubs. He likes going for walks and walks well on a leash. Sylvester is a three-yearold short-haired cat. He is super friendly and loves getting attention. He likes to be where the action is.

He has lived with dogs. If either of these pets sounds like the one for you, stop in at the Adoption Center at 2825 Strunk Road, Jamestown. We have lots of great pets looking for their 2nd chance at a good life.

For questions or more information, please call (716) 665-2209 ext. 0.

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Contributed Article Jill Kryzanowicz

If you would have told me I would be walking as a “Survivor” this year at our local Relay For Life event, I would have never believed you. But the fact of the matter is, I was diagnosed with Cancer this past summer. Not only will I be attending the annual event once again, this year I am an honorary captain of a team called “Team Krzyz CUREsaders.”

We all know someone who has been affected

by Cancer. Maybe a good friend. Maybe a family member. But you never expect that you yourself are going to be the one to get that devastating diagnosis. Cancer comes in all varieties, and discriminates against no one. My particular cancer, Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, is extremely rare. In fact, it is not recognized by the American Cancer Society as of yet.

You might ask why I would support such an event, when funds are not directed toward a cure for me and my

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specific cancer. The answer is simple. I seek to find a cure for all cancers, not just my own. I know the more “common” cancers are the ones that will most likely affect the people I love.

The mission of our local Relay For Life event is to save more lives and celebrate more birthdays! Funds raised for this event help thousands of people who hear the same words I did.

From lodging and fuel costs, to research and information, the Relay For Life proves to be a successful and necessary staple in

the movement to end cancer.

Relay is not just about walking laps. That part is optional, since most of the fundraising is done prior to the event. Actually, I see it as more of a community party! A place where everyone, of any age, can come and enjoy a great time among familiar faces while supporting the fight. Tents around the track offer unique themes and ways to donate funds. Relay teams host exciting things like face painting, bake sales, basket raffles, chicken barbeques, and every-

thing in between! It is an entire day and evening celebrating those who are gone and those still fighting.

You don’t need a ticket to get in, and all are welcome!

I encourage you to visit www.relayforlife.org for more information.

Think about registering for our Northern Chautauqua Relay to be held on June 14 at the SUNY Fredonia track. You might even consider becoming a team captain like me, or joining an existing team. You can make a donation, or dedicate a luminary bag in honor of someone dear to you. It truly is a community event, supporting a great cause!

I am proud to be part of it!

We hope to see you there! Help us create more birthdays for those who battle now, and those who will in the future. For more information you can also email Mike Porpiglia, Relay coordinator for Northern Chautauqua County at michael.porpiglia@ cancer.org.

obituaries March 5

James A. Griswold, Dunkirk Marian A .Tatchell, Forestville Onalee S. Yannie, Jamestown Coland L. Suckow, Frewsburg

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Mary Ann Bishop, Gerry Robert Gordon, Salamanca Judith A. Beardsley, Jamestown

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Daniel H. Johnson, Jamestown Jane S. France, Redhouse

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Thomas Makris, Dunkirk Joyce C. Westling, Dunkirk Larry A. Bova, Westfield Audrey E. Peterson, Cherry Creek Harvey G. Logan, Frewsburg

Hector L. Rivera, Dunkirk March 11 Mark D. Butler, Forestville Leland A. Mohawk, Irving Ruffin VanHook Sr., Janet L. Vargeson, Jamestown Jamestown Ronald Murray, Sinclairville Courtney A. Hoglin, Gerry Geneva B. Robbins, Jamestown

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Harold G. Wing, Ripley Evelyn M. Lanski, Dunkirk Kenneth L. Olson, Sinclairville Dorothy L. Fye, Jamestown Jack Erickson, Jamestown Roy Cissell, Jamestown Charles Armstrong, Falconer Ednamae LoPresti, Jamestown

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do you start with your Star Contributing Writer cleaning supplies list?

Particularly if you are field It’s spring cleaning time! trying to tidy up on Time to open up the a budget, there is no windows and finally let need to waste time or sburg that stuffy dry winter air resources on products out of the house, which I that aren’t all that they rving am currently doing. are cracked up to be.

After a seemingly Maybe you come from never-ending winter, the perspective of not the prospective of getwanting any unnecesting homes ready for sary chemicals pollutthe spring season is ing your house. With absolutely wonderful. little ones running and crawling about our In order to get your house, I am very carehousehold tidy and ful about what cleaning fresh once again, you products we purchase. will no doubt stock up on some new cleaners Thanks to ‘Pinterest’, and perhaps some new some advice from my storage products. mother, my ‘bonus With all of the choices mom’ (my mother-inlaw), and some good out there, and the difold-fashioned trial and ferent things that they error, I present to you promise to do, where a list of tried and true

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cleaning products.

You will be surprised to see just how short this list is, but this is one of the ways that our family keeps cleaning simple, affordable and kidfriendly. These items are most likely household staples and you probably already have them, so bring on the sunshine!

• Vinegar

Although this one is also quite good on French fries, vinegar can also effectively rid fabric and carpets of offensive smells such as pet urine. This is first on the list because it is natural, containing no harsh chemicals, and is also very economical.

Distilled white vinegar has many uses, with over

a thousand possibilities according to www. vinegartips.com. One of the best things about this eco-friendly cleaner is that not only does it eliminate unwanted smells, it actually disinfects by killing mold and other bacteria.

Uses: carpet cleaner, sink cleaner and deodorizer, shower cleaner, oven cleaner, refrigerator cleaner, and the list goes on and on and on. For more ideas, and how to maximize the cleaning potential of vinegar, see the website mentioned above.

• Baking Soda

Also a ‘pantry staple,’ this product specializes in getting rid of icky smells. Put in your fridge to help absorb

odors, or sprinkle on carpets and then vacuum to freshen up your living room floor.

This, just like vinegar is cost effective and is incredibly baby-safe. Baking soda can be used as a powder, or mix with water and use to scrub and refresh countertops, pots & pans, or give your laundry a boost.

Uses: carpet cleaner, baby toy cleaner, stain remover, grill cleaner, pool toy cleaner, lawn furniture cleaner etc. For more ideas, visit www. armandhammer.com

great for wood surfaces, but has a wide range of other uses as well.

Murphy’s also comes in many different packages, one of the easiest I’ve found to use are the wipes. When you need to quickly clean a wooden surface, wipes are fast and require no prep or cleanup.

Uses: wooden floor cleaner, cabinets, wooden tables, grease cleaner, leather, tile, and many more. Murphy’s website also boasts to have the ability of removing crayon marks, pen ink chewing gum. For • Murphy’s Oil Soap and more cleaning uses, see With 98% naturally www.murphyoil.com. derived ingredients, this cleaner is natural, safe to As always, thank you use around children and for reading, and Happy effective. This cleaner is Cleaning!

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Savor the Flavor event Scheduled For March 16 in Jamestown Contributed Article Athenaeum Hotel at

Chautauqua InstituRed Cross of SNY tion; Cibo Jamestown; Elegant Edibles; Farm The American Red Cross of Southwestern Fresh Foods Bakery; Johnson Estate WinNew York has schedery; Mariner’s Pier uled the 5th annual Express; Merritt Estate Savor the Flavor – A Winery; Rudy’z Pizza; Taste of Chautauqua The Horseshoe Inn; County event for The Payne Pantry; March 16. The event Wegmans; and Wing will be held at the City Grille.

Jamestown Savings Bank Ice Arena, with “The Red Cross is food served from 12 to grateful to our sponsors 2 p.m. and the event of Savor the Flavor,” ending at 2:30 p.m. stated Burch. Sponsors for the event include “This is a wonderWegmans; National ful event for the Red Grid; Star Media Cross here in the Group; Jamestown Chautauqua County District,” stated Kathy Macadam, Inc.; Media Burch, assistant execu- One Group; Shults Auto tive director. “We have GroupA tremendous amount of thanks has to vendors from all over go to our sponsors: the county attend, including caterers, platinum Sponsors: restaurants, wineries Nicholas and Liz Abraand more.” The event ham features samples of Otis Eastern Services each vendor’s specialties. For a $25.00 Bronze Sponsors: ticket, attendees are Van Rensselaer & Son treated to the best food Funeral Home and beverages that can L.C. Whitford Co., Inc. be found in ChautauBrian and Libby Loucks qua County. Vendors who are confirmed to Thank you as well to attend at press time our friends Jim and were 3C’s Catering; Sandra Keough and

the Belfast Lions for their support!; Van Rensselaer & Son Funeral Home; Cattaraugus County Bank; Chautauqua Institution; Kinzua Lake Campground; Southern Chautauqua Federal Credit Union; Jamestown Mattress; Jamestown Savings Bank Ice Arena; Jamestown Insurance Agents; Strate Welding Supply and Gary’s CARSTAR. Tickets are available for purchase by contacting the American Red Cross in Jamestown at 716-664-5115. Tickets are $25 per person, and you must be 21 or older to attend the event.

All proceeds from this event will benefit the programs and services of the Red Cross here in Chautauqua County.

If you are interested in sponsoring or being a vendor in the event, contact Kathy Burch at the Jamestown office.

The American Red Cross of Southwestern New York is a United Way Community Partner.

Book group Meeting Contributed Article colonial South Africa.

Lakewood Memorial Library

The Lakewood Memorial Library Book Group will meet Tuesday, March 18 at 2:30 p.m. to discuss “The Fever Tree” by Jennifer McVeigh, a compelling novel about

The group meets the third Tuesday of the month, and all interested parties are welcome to attend. In April the group will join the county-wide Big Read – the poetry of Emily Dickinson – with special programs at the library. Copies of

“The Fever Tree” and Dickinson’s poetry are available at the library and Off the Beaten Path Bookstore in Lakewood.

Lakewood Memorial Library is located at 12 W. Summit St. Call 763-6234 for more information.

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LinKS Charity Makes $100,000 gift to enhance Local Breast Cancer Care & Announces 2014 dates Contributed Article and major sponsors

Cummins, United Refining Company, ALSTAR EMS and LINKS Charity is The Bilicki Law Firm, looking forward to along with associate another ambitious calendar of events and sponsors Northwest Insurance Services and activities. Beginning Jamestown Savings with the 23rd annual Bank, LINKS Charity LINKS LPGA Golf announced that for a Pro-Am, “LINKing second straight year, in Together” Banquet & 2013, it raised $100,000 Auction, and LINKS Charity Golf Scramble while surpassing the $1 million mark. This on July 28 and 29 at was the second year Moon Brook Country of LINKS Charity’s Club, and finishing three-year, $300,000 with the 4th annual pledge toward the “LINKS Pink Walk” purchase of 3-D Breast on October 4 at the Tomosynthesis to aid in Chautauqua Mall, 2014 should prove to be the diagnosis of breast another banner year for cancer at WCA Hospital. In total, LINKS LINKS Charity.

Charity has now raised Spearheaded by lead $1,078,000 toward sponsor Truck-Lite enhancing local cancer WCA Hospital

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nity will support us in our fight against breast cancer.”

“We are so thankful to the sponsors and organizers of LINKS Charity for their outstanding commitment,” says Lyndon Gritters, Chair of Radiology and Lead Interpreting Physician Members of the LINKS Charity Planning for Breast Imaging at Committee present Lyndon Gritters, M.D., Chair WCA Hospital. “Their of Radiology and Lead Interpreting Physician for dedication continues to Breast Imaging at WCA Hospital, with a $100,000 enable our community check representing the proceeds from their 2013 hospital to stay on the fundraising events and activities that will enhance the detection of breast cancer in the WCA Center cutting edge of technolfor Imaging & Medical Arts. ogy, resulting in earlier care efforts. ity. “However, we are detection of breast canmore committed than cer and in lives saved.”

“It was an historic ever to surpassing our year for us to surpass LINKS Charity, estabgoal of funding 3-D $1 million,” says Brad lished in 1991, was coVan Riper, Senior Vice Breast Tomosynthesis founded by Mary Blair President for Truck-Lite at WCA Hospital, and and Sondra Anderson. remain confident that and Executive DirecTheir commitment our donors and commu- and passion along with tor for LINKS Char-

The Best of Times Seminar Series

Herb Gardening Spice up your life!

Recipes Taste Testing

Growing Tips

Betsy Burgeson, Coordinator Master Gardener Program, CCE

Thursday, March 20th 6:30 p.m.

Christ Chapel, Lutheran Campus RSVP 720-9122

many benevolent volunteers, including Allen Short, Executive Director for the first nineteen years, has been remarkable. LINKS Charity continues in its mission to link the community, business, and industry together to enhance local cancer care at WCA Hospital.

If you would like to make a tax-deductible gift to support LINKS Charity/3-D Breast Tomosynthesis, please contact Karl Sisson, WCA Director of Development, at (716) 487-6874 or mail your tax-deductible gift to: WCA Office of Development, PO Box 840, Jamestown, New York 14702-0840.

prendergast Library Kicks off Big Read With poetry Slam Contributed Article Prendergast Library

Prendergast Library will kick off the 2014 Big Read focusing on the poetry of Emily Dickinson at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 19, with a poetry slam.

Brandon Williamson, founder of Pure Ink Poetry Slam of Buffalo and an admissions counselor for SUNY Fredonia, will be in charge of the event.

Williamson was voted Best Poet of the Month last October at a Poetry Slam in downtown Toronto, and invited to be a guest on a Toronto radio

Tanya Eggleston, right, learns about the Big Read from, left to right, Tina Scott, director of Prendergast Library; Librarian Liz Gruber; and Eli Guinnee, managing director of the ChautauquaCattaraugus Library System.

show called “Nik Beat.”

His Pure Ink Poetry Slam team earned first place honors in Rochester at a statewide Empire State Team Poetry Slam and became the first American team ever to win the Q.E.W. International Poetry Slam at the Burlington,

Ontario, Performing Arts Center in January.

“We hope the public will join us in Jamestown to have fun and get ready to enjoy another reading adventure together,” Acting Director Tina Scott said.

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Contributed Article harm than good. Ar-

thritis or fibromyalgia sufferers may be doing everything to care for their illness, yet pain Pain has a way of getlingers. Scientists have ting our attention. It found that in chronic is an important signal when we have an injury pain, signals continue to fire in the nervous or illness that needs system longer than is attention. But chronic pain persists even after beneficial. It appears that the brain can even we’ve attended to the problem. Chronic pain become sensitized to pay too much attention can be triggered by an to pain signals. injury , an infection, or an illness. Everyone Currently, there is a expects a sprain or lot of discussion of the infection to hurt, but use of pain medications changes in the nervous called opiates. Sedatsystem can cause pain ing medications such as to persist even after opiates are tightly conhealing. Sometimes trolled to prevent abuse. the trigger for chronic While they are valuable pain is unknown. This medications, there are is called idiopathic or side effects and risk of psychogenic pain. And developing a tolerance. sometimes, the injury And not everyone gets or illness is ongoing, but good relief from these the pain is doing more medications. Opiates reFamily Service of the Chautauqua Region

main an important part of pain relief, but many people want to minimize their need for them.

As scientists learn more about chronic pain, options for managing the pain continue to widen.

Treatment of pain can include medication ranging from anti-inflammatory medications to opiate pain relievers.

Acupuncture, TENS units, or even surgery are sometimes options for pain management.

Physical therapy can provide exercise and activity prescriptions, heat/cold treatments, and ultrasound, which can reduce levels of pain and increase the ability to function.

In addition, there are psychological strategies to help with pain management. Some people

receive relief from placebos. This is not because the pain is “all in the head”—it is because placebos are one way of tapping the power of the mind. Pain management can include any of the following strategies.

Coping skills for pain include distraction and selftalk. People actually feel pain less if they become absorbed in an interesting activity. Changing how one talks and thinks about pain can help if the person emphasizes the temporary, limited, and external aspects of suffering. For example, Natasha and Boris both are having serious back pain today. Natasha tells herself, “I hurt all over (global)—it’s never going to end (long term), this is my life now because I didn’t stay in shape (in-

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ternal cause, self-blame).”

Boris hurts just as much, but tells himself, “This is a bad day (temporary). I know the pain is radiating from my back (limited). It’s probably worse today because of the weather (external cause).”

Can you guess who has a better day?

Interestingly, thoughts about causes of pain can help or hurt coping. While blaming oneself for pain feels bad, believing there is action to take to help with the pain makes a person feel better. So Natasha starts to feel more hopeful as soon as she goes on the Internet to try to find some new ideas. She learns that “scaling the pain” is a term for rating today’s pain on a 1-10 scale. This helps her

remember that there are better and worse days. She shifts focus towards surviving the worse days to thrive on the better days.

Learning about pain management can include education on stress management, because tension and unhappiness are linked in an ugly dance with pain. Pain can cause us to tense our muscles, and muscle tension can increase many types of pain. Also, brain chemicals like endorphins and dopamine can reduce pain, and we create more of these chemicals when we are enjoying ourselves. Biofeedback measures our body state and tells us whether we are tense or relaxed to help us increase our control of our bodies.

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DOn'T TAke pAIn LYIng DOWn, COnTInueD fROM pg 8 Biofeedback has a good track record for reducing tension headaches and some other types of pain.

Relaxation techniques use a variety of exercises to accomplish the same thing. Certain patterns of breathing, muscle relaxation, or mental imagery can help us change our mood, relax our body and improve our body chemistry. I was convinced of the connection between stress and pain when I learned that antidepressants are sometimes used to manage pain, and that depression increases the level of pain experienced.

Several other strategies for managing pain may use the same biochemical processes for their effectiveness. Exercise can boost endorphin levels, as well as im-

proving our mobility.

Social support can improve endorphins, help with relaxation, or serve as a way to get outside ourselves and distract from pain.

Skilled massage also appears to trigger helpful physical processes.

For practical purposes, anyone dealing with pain should start with a medical doctor. Diagnosis and treatment start with a medical exam.

Doctors also can help with decisions about pain medication and make referrals for physical therapy or other services. Learning and coping don’t stop there, though. The American Chronic Pain Association (www.acpa.org) has some great resources on their web site to learn about holistic pain

management. Medical resources, such as WebMD or an organization specific to your condition, give specifics about managing each illness. The American Pain Society has links to many specific sites on their web page, www. americanpainsociety. org. Brief counseling may be useful in improving self-talk or reducing anxiety and depression. Support groups can be a source of encouragement as well as information about resources. Not all pain can be eliminated.

But there are many options for improving quality of life.

Dr. Kelly Burkhouse, psychologist with Family Service of the Chautauqua Region

Big Read With POetRy SlaM, cOntinued fROM Pg 7 Each poet will present two poems, one

by Emily Dickinson and one original work.

Poems will be judged on a 10-point scale by five judges using score cards.

First and second place T-shirt prizes will be awarded for the highest combined scores.

The Faculty Student Association will provide refreshments.

Other Big Read events scheduled at Prendergast Library are Download Classics, storytimes, family activities, and an all day book spine poetry activity.

Details, dates and times are available at www. prendergastlibrary. org or on the library’s March programming calendar at all public service desks.

“The purpose of the Big Read is to bring communities together through books, and these Jamestown events are a perfect example of that happening,” according to Randy Gadikian, director of the Daniel A. Reed Library at the State University at Fredonia.

Other members of the Chautauqua-Cattaraugus Library System are also offering Big Read activities that are free and open to the public.

The Big Read, a program of the National Endowment for the Arts managed by Arts Midwest, is designed to revitalize the role of literature in American culture and to encourage citizens to read for pleasure and enlightenment.

The Big Read comes

to the region through a unique partnership between SUNY Fredonia and the ChautauquaCattaraugus Library System, Fredonia faculty, staff and students, and the SUNY Fredonia Academic Community Engagement Center, along with the Erie I Board of Cooperative Education Services, local schools, the Fredonia Faculty Student Association, the Fredonia College Foundation and the Reg Lenna Center For The Arts.

Prendergast Library is located at 509 Cherry St., Jamestown. For information about its events, call 484-7135.

Information is also available at http:// www.fredonia.edu/bigread or neabigread.org.

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Ongoing Events Exhibit: Bob Himes, National Wildlife Artist 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute 716-665-2473 mbaldwin@rtpi.org

Wait Until Dark

8:00 p.m.

Jamestown Community College 716-338-1047 bridgetjohnson@mail.sunyjcc.edu

Women Create Art Exhibit 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

3rd on 3rd Gallery www.womencreate.org 716-664-2465 ext 227

March 14 An Evening of Irish Song and Dance with Doc & Bill 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

1891 Fredonia Opera House 716-679-1891

March 15

Migratory Waterfowl Tour 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Location TBD 716-664-2166 info@chautauquawatershed.org

Chautauqua Striders Fifth Annual St. Patrick’s Dash

7:30 a.m.

Jamestown Savings Bank Ice Arena www.chautauqua-striders.org

Bucket List: Ancient Tree Field Trip

March 16

11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Mariners Pier Express 716-569-2345

Soupin Sundays

Live at the Met – Werther 1:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.

1891 Fredonia Opera House 716-679-1891 rickdavis@fredopera.org

11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

21 Brix Winery 716-792-2749 nicki@twentyonebrix.com

March 18 Flow: How Dis A Handful of Corporations Steal our Water? Film Screening

Spring Fest – Pond Skimming and Cardboard Box Derby

7:00 p.m.

Jamestown Community College 716-338-1194 bridgetjohnson@mail.sunyjcc.edu

1:00 p.m.

Peek’n Peak Resort & Spa 716-355-4141 info@pknpk.com

March 20

St.Patrick’s Day Celebration Spring Gourmet Dining Club – Turkish Cuisine 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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Kokomo Time Band Reinvents Itself Again For 2014

Contributed Article way, the band avails

itself the broad flexibility for anything from Mardi Gras, Cinco de From Mardi Gras, to Mayo, or a good old Cinco de Mayo, to fashioned beach Party summer and beyond, or cruise-in. the Kokomo Time Band is prepping for Another aspect of the the Spring-Summer band's redesign actualseason of 2014 with ly includes the addition many new changes in of some of their own the offing. original tunes. Four original tunes, written “We play all kinds of parties and have added by Steffan, include: My so many 50-60-70's old- Mardi Gras Queen, the Chili con Carne Song, ies that we've become Teeny Bop-a-Loola, more of an oldies type band,” said band leader and the Kokomo Polka.

Jim Steffan. “Our work- The band basically ing repertoire includes hails from Chautauapproximately 150 qua County, and has tunes and medleys with members from Fredoa lot of Cajun–Zydeco- nia, Brocton, Silver Tex Mex tunes in the Creek and Jamestown. mix as well.” In this Members of the Kokomo Time Band

band has changed and evolved can be seen on their website www. kokomotimeband.com where there are several pictures of events and places they've played, videos, and links to their YouTube and Facebook pages. “We have upgraded our videos on both YouTube and Facebook,” Steffan Kokomo Time Band Silver Creek on percussaid. “It's all relatively include Brian Bundy of sion. Other members current material from Brocton on guitar and of the Kokomo Time 2013, so people can get vocals, Spencer Drake Band family who also a pretty good idea of of Jamestown on bass, play on special events where we're at.” guitar and vocals, Jeff are Warren Sischo of Some of the 'oldie' McCheskey of JameJamestown on guitar, music additions for stown on keyboards bass and keyboard, 2014 include 'Walkin' and vocals, band leader James Iarocci of the the Dog,’ ‘Do You Love Jim Steffan of Fredonia Fibs of Buffalo on on drums and vocals bass, and Jim Cunio of Me,’ ‘Mother-in-law,’ ‘Save the Last Dance,’ and band website Ripley on keyboard.

‘Long Tall Texan,’ ‘I designer Russ Faraci of Much of how the love a Rainy Night,’

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and a Kokomo Time Band version of ‘Hang on Sloopy.’

“People love the oldies,” said Steffan. “And with us, everything old is new again.”

The Kokomo Time Band has made changes in music, personnel, and presentation and are excited about the upcoming 2014 season. They are already committed to Celeron's Rib Fest on June 7 and Orchard Park's Caribbean Night on July 23. Anyone interested in more information about the band or possibly booking the band for a party or event can contact Steffan at 716679-4311.

Opera House To Present An Evening Of Irish Dong & Dance Contributed Article their collective musi1891 Fredonia Opera House

To help celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, the 1891 Fredonia Opera House will present An Evening of Irish Song & Dance on Fri., Mar. 14, at 7:30 p.m. The concert features Irish folk singers Doc & Bill and members of Clann Na Cara Irish Dance.

Chautauqua County's popular purveyors of Irish pub tunes and Folk Era favorites, John “Doc” Hamels and Bill Drellow have established a strong following among Irish music aficionados in Chautauqua County.

The pair have melded

cal experience (Doc’s an old rocker and Bill’s an unrepentant folkie) in their interpretations of the musical stylings of legendary Irish folk groups, particularly Makem & Clancy.

Although they respect and take the music seriously, they don’t take themselves seriously, as anyone who has been exposed to their loopy song introductions and stage banter can attest.

The result is a special evening with a pair of seasoned acoustic musicians and singers who enjoy playing for audiences who love Irish rebel songs, pub songs and songs associ-

To help celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, the 1891 Fredonia Opera House will present An Evening of Irish Song & Dance on Fri., Mar. 14, at 7:30 p.m.

The concert features Irish folk singers Doc & Bill and members of Clann Na Cara Irish Dance.

ated with the “Great Folk Music Scare” of the 1960s.

Joining Doc & Bill

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will be Opera House favorites, dancers from Clann Na Cara Irish Dance. Clann Na Cara

was established as a western New York Irish dance school in 2006 by four National and World Champion medalists. Prior to receiving their dance teacher certifications, all four founders were regular performers at the Opera House during St. Patrick's Day celebration events. In addition, each has led dancers in performances with such notable artists as The Chieftains, Cherish the Ladies and Natalie MacMaster. The students at Clann Na Cara range in age from 4 to 21 and include numerous national champions.

Tickets to An Evening of Irish Song & Dance

are $15 ($13 for Opera House members) and may be purchased in person at the Opera House Box Office or by phone at 716-6791891, Tuesday through Friday, 1-5 p.m. They also may be purchased online any time at www.fredopera.org.

The performance is presented with support from the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County.

The 1891 Fredonia Opera House is a member-supported notfor-profit organization located in Village Hall in downtown Fredonia.

A complete schedule of Opera House events is available at www. fredopera.org.

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Chautauqua Fallen Heroes Scholarship Award

Contributed Article Valley High School.

She is attending Erie Community College with plans to conKurt Maytum and tinue on to SUNY David Ortolano, Brockport College to representatives of the pursue a bachelor’s Chautauqua Fallen degree in Criminal Heroes Scholarship Justice. In the essay Committee recently which accompanied presented two scholher application to the arships from the scholarship, Alaimo CHAUTAUQUA stated, “Many deciFALLEN HEROES sions youth make are FUND held at the Northern Chautauqua quick and cut-throat.

I believe that the Community Foundamajority of decisions tion. Erica Alaimo and Nicholas Munella made should have been thought out were each awarded a before put into action. $500 scholarship to further their education If I could help at least one troubled juvenile in law enforcement. turn their life around Alaimo, daughter for the better, I would of Sam and Melissa reach a successful goal Alaimo, is a 2013 in my career.” graduate of Cassadaga While attending high NCCF

school, Alaimo volunteered for the Breast Cancer Walk for 2011 and 2012, Kindness Counts and the Key Club.

Munella, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Munella Jr., is a 2013 graduate of Frewsburg High School. He is attending SUNY Fredonia for Law Enforcement.

In his essay he stated, “There are other careers in this world

can Golf Tournament, and assisting at a dinner benefit for a family that experienced a house fire.

The CHAUTAUQUA FALLEN HEROES FUND was established at the NCCF in the fall of 2001. Its central purpose is to that I have a little bit provide support to of interest in but law the families of county enforcement is where my heart is at. Every- heroes – firefighters, law enforcement ofthing about it makes me want to do it even ficers, EMS personnel more. The hard work and other local uniformed heroes – who and dedication you have to put in displays have been killed or a lot of interest to me.” critically debilitated in the line of duty. To His volunteer activisupport and encourties included helping age those who are to build a t-ball field at interested in careers in the Willis Hale Park public safety, scholarin Frewsburg, helping ships from this fund at the Italian Ameriare awarded on an

occasional basis.

Applicants must be pursuing a career in law enforcement, firefighting or emergency medical services.

The NCCF was incorporated in 1986 as a tax-exempt charitable organization. Since its establishment, the NCCF has distributed more than $9.4 million in the community through its various grant programs. It is an organization inherently committed to enriching the northern Chautauqua community and encouraging local philanthropy.

For more information on the NCCF, visit www.nccfoundation. org or call 716-3664892.

JHS Sophomore Chiara Raimondo Wins Poetry Competitions

by Paisley Rekdal, “On Monsieur’s Departure” by Queen Elizabeth I and “Candles” by Carl Dennis. Ms. Raimondo Poetry recitation as a competitive event is as old as the also won the Western New Olympic Games. Along with York Regional Poetry Out wrestling, long-distance run- Loud Competition in Februning, and the javelin toss, the ary. JHS students have won that title three out of the last ancient Olympics included contests in music and poetry. four years.

Jamestown High School has “I was extremely excited to long been known for its fine compete at the state level music, sports, and accelerand meet kids who are just ated academic programs, as passionate about poetry as but now it looks as though I am,” remarked Ms. Raiit’s on its way to becoming a mondo. “Reciting poetry is “poetry powerhouse!” an unusual hobby, and I was curious to witness a poetry On March 4, JHS sophocontest on such a large scale.” more Chiara Raimondo traveled to Albany, New York Barbi Price, Chairman of with her English teacher, the JHS English department Barbi Price, to compete at and JCC Public Speakthe New York State Poetry ing teacher, was happy to Out Loud competition. Ms. travel to Albany for the third Raimondo placed second out time. “Chiara has beautiful of twenty competitors, with voice, exquisite enunciation, her recitation of “Happiness” and a deep understandContributed Article JHS

registered in the Poetry Out Loud Program, chose a poem from the approved list, and recited it before their peers in JHS English classes. Then, on December 18, fourteen JHS students recited their poems before an independent panel of judges.

The JHS winners, Adriana Roehmholdt and Chiara Raimondo, traveled to Niagara County Community College on February 27 to compete against other Westing of the poems that she ern New York high school recites,” said Price. “She winners for the regional title was a great ambassador for by reciting two poems from JHS and recited her poems the approved list. flawlessly. I think that she According to Raimondo, really enjoyed watching and “Kids are good at many diflistening to other regional ferent things, some of which winners recite. Now, she’s are not so obvious. All sorts determined to win and go to of talents should be encourWashington for the National aged in high school so that competition.” youth can find what they Last fall, JHS students truly enjoy doing, not just

what is ‘normal’ or expected of them to participate in.”

The National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry Foundation partner with state arts agencies to create Poetry Out Loud, a program which invites the dynamic aspects of slam poetry, spoken word, and theater into the high school. At JHS, Poetry Out Loud helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about their literary heritage. Students who study, memorize, and perform timeless poems are immersed in powerful language and provocative ideas.

State champions compete in the National Poetry Out Loud Finals on April 29 and 30th at George Washington University in Washington DC, where the winner receives $25,000.

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Community Star: Josh Mcilvain (or at least show-long) JEOPARDY! fan, Star News Editor McIlvain was one of the first to take part in For three decades, the the new ‘online’ JEOPgame show JEOPARDY! has been giving or- ARDY! test. dinary folks the chance “When they came out to win big. If you tuned with the online test, I deinto the show on Feb. cided it was time to give 24, then you saw a it a shot,” said McIlvain. contestant who Johnny “I’ve always loved the Gilbert ( JEOPARDY!’s show, and anyone who long-running anwatched it with me has nouncer) introduced as told me that I had to go Josh McIlvain, a home on it.” After taking the health care aide from test in January of 2013, Syracuse. What he McIlvain received the didn’t mention is that call in February to head McIlvain originally to an audition. hails from the ChauFast forward to May tauqua County village of last year. McIlvain of Fredonia. heads to New York City McIlvain, who graduto stay with his younger ated from Fredonia sister and compete for a High and attended chance to be on the show.

SUNY Fredonia, lives The ‘audition’ focused on in Syracuse with his more than just questions wife, Janet. A lifelong and answers though.

By Scott Wise

tober, the call came.

“Hey, great audition.

You still want to be on the show?”

So McIlvain, his wife and his sister packed their bags in November and headed out to sunny Southern California for a vacation, and a taping of JEOPARDY!.

It was on the set that Josh McIlvain he came into contact “They want to see how When asked where creative you are, and his money would head with the three stars he so admired- the set, if you can play it up,” to, McIlvain calmly said McIlvain. “They’ll informed them it would Gilbert and of course, host Alex Trebek. ask you questions “pay off the mob and “When you walk onto about yourself, and get him some legs.” the set, that’s where you what you’ll do with the “But then, I told them money if you win. Most it would actually be for first realize, THIS is where the magic happeople had boring some travel.” Still, the answers like ‘pay off show loved the answer. pens!’” said McIlvain.

As he prepared, the loans’ and things like McIlvain went back other panelists were that. My answer was home and waited for probably what helped many months, prepared waiting patiently for the show to begin. That’s me get on the show.” to wait over a year if Curiosity piqued? necessary. Then, in Oc- when McIlvain was introduced to Arthur Chu.

If you’re not familiar with the show, Chu was a long-running contestant who upset JEOPARDY! traditions.

Typically, the game is played with contestants picking through a category from top to bottom. Chu’s system, alternatively, targeted questions across the board at random in his search for the big-money ‘Daily Double,’ a strategy which afforded him six-digit winnings.

McIlvain wasn’t aware of Chu or his style before his show appearance, and admits that he’s not sure he would’ve wanted to be. “I’m not sure if it would have made me more prepared or more nervous.”

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tying tHe Knot

By Katy Wise Star Contributing Writer

At this point in the 2014 wedding season it is highly likely that brides have already picked out their wedding color scheme and have purchased items in those colors.

However, if that is a decision yet to be made, or perhaps you have been waiting for the perfect pop of color to add to your special day, here is some inspiration for the bride-to-be (and the groom, too!)

If you have already picked out your colors, it is never too late to add an accent color here or there. One of the most fun things about weddings is that they can be whatever you decide, give or take a few minor details.

Weddings are a reflection of the betrothed couple, and each wedding is expected to have differences. One of the simplest ways to achieve that unique representation of yourselves as a couple is with color.

Before throwing just any of these colors into your special day, take into account any scen-

top 10 Accent Colors For Weddings

ery that you will have. If you are going to be wed in a church that has burgundy chairs, for example, consider how any other colors will look when placed next to such a subdued color.

vibrant orange. This color would be gorgeous for an autumn wedding, but it’s bright shade definitely doesn’t limit it to that. Looks great paired with magenta, navy or plum.

and cheery feel to your special day. Looks great with cool colors such as navy, aqua or green.

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soft pinks and champagne colored flowers.

• turquoise

• Kelly green

• Red

Probably the most common accent color for a wedding, other than pink of course, red has made itself a classic.

Try this color for the classic wedding vibe that it has, or modernize it by pairing it with an uncommon flower, or another vibrant color such as turquoise.

• gold

A color that goes handin-hand with elegance, gold can be paired with most anything. Try some gold votive holders or vases as decoration, or a pair of glittery gold flats to be comfy in at your reception.

With a touch of ‘preppy’ to this color, Kelly green is another classic, but still vibrant enough to be considered modern and fresh.

This color would look great in many different combos, just avoid red unless it’s Christmas.

If you are going for any kind of ‘beachy’ theme, this is your color! Don’t limit it to the beach though, this shade of blue is as versatile as they come and would be perfect for your something blue!

• Plum

• Orange

Definitely not as common place as red, is

Plum is a beautiful color for autumn, but along with all other • Mint green This color seems to be shades of purple, plum could be used yearmaking a comeback round for a royal touch these days, and is a to your ceremony. soft but stunning hue.

• yellow Pairs nicely with darker Don’t forget that color A perfect color for can be used in display, spring, summer, or even colors such as navy, but not just the flowers, would also look breathautumn, this bright dresses, or cake! color will give a carefree taking with a variety of

• Magenta

Magenta, a.k.a. hot pink is a perfect coordinating color for just about anything.

Consider pairing with another deep color, such as navy or plum as pictured above.

• coral

Another beach or tropical inspired color, this color would look magnificent with turquoise, mint green or all on its own. A pair of coral earrings or a couple of coral roses thrown in with the rest of your bouquet would make a lovely addition to your color scheme.

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preventing Financial nightmares during College

break the bank with cell phone charges, make sure you choose the right plan for your It’s almost the end of student. For those who the school year. If you can’t keep track or love have a first year college to talk and text, get a student, any financial plan with unlimited troubles your son or minutes. Another choice daughter didn’t have son or daughter, as soon is a pre-paid minute back home while they disasters a bigger chal- college freshman. in the beginning of the lenge than running the as they receive their are attending college plan. Your student (or Banking year may have caught first paycheck, discuss in another state. If you NYC Marathon. you, depending on the Start a small checking up with them and t taxes and the requirearen’t on the account, In retrospect, sending arrangement) decides account in your student’s reared their ugly head ment to file annually. your hands are tied on an unprepared young on a budgeted amount name (and yours) before by now. Your student’s r the amount of assistance Teach them about the adult off to college is for the phone which they head off to school. financial woes are a . important parts of a you can provide your much like sending a becomes the amount By opening an account ith gentle reminder that pay stub and how to troubled student if the kid out into the world available. If the time/ early, a parent has the the impulsive, disorverify whether they need arises. with a bag full of candy, dollar amount gets used opportunity to review m as ganized teen you sent have enough taxes being up before the month is Plastic can be evil for expecting them to still their bank statements away to college in the taken out of their check. over, the student has undisciplined students. eat their fruits and veg- with them, discuss hidfall is now an impulThey need to know how to wait until the next Avoid credit, debit and sive, disorganized con- etables regularly. If your den charges (like ATM to get it corrected so they month when the money ATM cards if you can child hasn’t graduated fees, service fees and sumer running amuck can avoid paying the is available. This kind of with a checkbook while yet and is preparing for bounced check charges) help it. If necessary, government in April. make sure your student college next year, now is plan teaches the stuand teach them how to living away from home. understands how to keep a great time to establish dent to keep track, pay Telemarketers balance a checkbook.

To make matters worse, track of card uses in a good financial founattention to their phone Once your student has By having a parents your student may attheir ledger which isn’t dation and lessen or use, and hopefully limits a cell phone or their name on the account, tend school out of state just for writing down avoid common financial phone use to emergenown phone number, the you can have access to which makes assisting checks, but all charges. troubles of unprepared cies and things that telemarketing begins the student’s account them in their money really are important. like it does at home.

When choosing a bankHave you ever thought ing institution for your Some colleges and how your sweet, gullstudent, make it clear universities use texting that the Bank of Mom ible teenage daughter as an expeditious way would deal with talking to communicate safety ropiand Dad or Grandma to a pushy telemarketer issues to the student his and Grandpa’s Finanwhile you aren’t there agcial Farm are not a body, so be sure to into intervene? It’s very oise, viable option. Having clude texting options in important to discuss n its an account in their your student’s plan. al home town and an ac- telemarketers with Budgeting e of count at school is help- your young adult and Whether you are a stuhow to avoid getting in ful, especially for the dent or an adult, living scammed.

Teach them r quick transfer of funds. according to a monthly how to decline the ofke a You and your student budget has loads of chalfer and hang up and our should use the same lenges. In college, one explain that they aren’t bank at home for the needs to juggle tuition, obligated to listen to the best customer service. room and board, as well speech.

Never give out When at school, choose as entertainment costs. credit card or banka credit union (many Some kids have no idea ing information on the universities have their that you can’t spend phone.

And don’t forget own) so your student more than you have that junk mail and popcan benefit from the coming in so they need ups and e-mails on the other perks offered like to learn how to budget computer are merely group insurance and their money. They need different versions of telelow interest rates (for to know how to make marketers.

They need to their future car loan). the proper financial know how to say no.

Jobs decisions, how to prioriCell phones If getting a job is new tize, and how to plan for If you don’t want to for your college bound upcoming expenses.

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Keeping The Faith

The Weekly Word

tion with good actions, we can interfere with His blessings for us through choosing to be disobedient to His will.

So how do we know His will? The Bible is His will! If you are doing what you know you shouldn't or you aren't doing what you know you should…you are in disobedience. This disobedience will be a barrier or a stumbling block to getting your prayers answered.

Our actions make us unavailable for God's blessings.

An example of this is seen in Matthew 9:35-36. Jesus, seeing the weary and scattered people around Him, referred to them as "sheep having no shepherd." This scripture reflects our need to sit under a shepherd's care…for direction, for teaching, for maturing in our Christian walk.

God has called Christians to go to church.

We are admonished to "not forsake the assembling of yourselves" (Hebrews 10:25). Much of the New Testament was originally written

Your Desire Brings His Power

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Dear Pastor, it seems that my prayers don't get answered. What am I doing wrong?

Last week we looked at the influence that our words have on our prayers. We saw that our words can either support our prayers or work against the very things we pray for.

This week we want to continue to examine things that can hinder our prayers.

In the last few columns we focused on how we speak. This week, I want to focus on how our actions influence our prayer effectiveness. While we certainly don't have to earn God's love and atten-

in the form of letters written to the local churches where believers gathered. This shows that God speaks to church bodies. If you are not there, you can miss what He has for you, including the answer to your prayer.

Another example of how our behaviors can influence our prayers can be seen in Matthew 6:14-15. Although many interpret this passage as if God will punish us if we don’t forgive others, I read it differently. In this prayer, Jesus says that having unforgiveness interferes with God's being able to forgive us. We can pray for forgiveness of our sins and God wants to forgive us, but if we haven't forgiven others, our heart becomes hardened. A hardened heart can't receive from God! Remember…we are called to walk in love towards others, even people who’ve hurt us in some way (Matthew 5:43-44). Forgiveness is all about love, and love enables our prayers!

community star, continued from pg 11 In the end, Chu took home the title that night. But for a majority of the 20-minute competition, McIlvain held his own against the reigning champ.

While he may not have been able to pay off the mob, McIlvain fulfilled

a lifelong dream and brought a lot of pride to the Syracuse and Fredonia communities.

Looking forward, McIlvain has hopes for another game show appearance.

“We had fun, and I’d

like to do something again,” he said. “But, the west coast was an expensive trip. Next time, I think we’ll hit somewhere closer.

[Who Wants To Be A] Millionaire is filmed in New York, so maybe I’ll head east!”

est, most Christians are not taking this attitude with the things of God today and the Church is powerless as a result.

How do you know that Christians are living without this attitude of passion Rev. Tim Stahlman towards the things Family Church Jamestown of God? I talk to fcjamestown.org Christians who enjoy a football game with cheering and apFar too often we are plauding a favorite looking to Heaven team yet in church for help when we ourselves have placed services they are our desires on things lethargic and sleeping. Why the enthuhere on Earth. Jesus said in Matthew 5:6, siasm over a pigskin crossing a goal line “Blessed are they which do hunger and and not over the thirst after righteous- Resurrection with Christ that produces ness; for they shall eternal life? People be f illed.” The word “blessed” here means are more likely to talk of the greatness happy, joyous, spiriof a team’s defense tually prosperous, than the goodness with life joy, and of their God. People satisfaction in God’s will think nothing of favor and salvation. giving a waitress at This is exactly what least 10% for a tip yet everyone is looking for but yet the condi- God gets less than a true tithe on Sunday. tion for obtaining such things is not be- Can you imagine ing met. What is that stepping in front of the Throne of God condition? Hunger and Him telling you and thirsting after that you honored righteousness. Or in your waitress more other words, cravthan Him? Ouch. Or ing the Born Again nature. To thirst and how about when the worship music begins hunger means that in church and people one would take the stand there silently attitude of considering death being more checking their watch, desirable than going “Are we done yet?” without God’s will in They forget that the their life. I’ll be hon- Bible says in Hebrews

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13:15, “…let us offer the sacrif ice of praise to God continually, that is the FRUIT OF OUR LIPS giving thanks to His Name.” If we are expecting God to pour out the Living Water on our lives then our lips had better be rivers of praise and worship. Our hunger for God is the valve that allows the power of God to f low into our lives.

Psalm 37:4 says, “Delight yourself also in the Lord and he shall give you the desires of your heart.” Of course we all would like to have the desires of our heart come to pass in our lives. Notice the condition of the verse.

You must delight yourself in the Lord.

The word delight here is an interesting word. It means to be f lexible and teachable. It means to be poured into a mold and take the shape of God’s Word. The Bible says that we are to be conformed into the image of God’s Son, Jesus Himself.

(Romans 8:29) We need the passion that Jesus has for the Father. If you are without the passion for God you will be without the power of God.

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HOW TO AppLY TO COLLege, COnTInueD fROM pAge 1 What is a Target School?

Most schools will accept a range of test scores and GPAs, and will clearly list other requirements on their website. If your test scores are the in average range of accepted scores, and you meet other necessary requirements, this is a target school. Also consider selectivity. If you meet most of the criteria, but selectivity is high (meaning they only accept a very small portion of the applicant pool), this college may fall closer to the reach category and

you will want to make sure you also apply to a backup (or safety) school. Remember to take into account that colleges consider all application materials and extracurriculars in addition to test scores in their decision.

Also, the state you live in can be a factor. State schools will often favor in-state students, so you may need to exceed requirements in order to consider an out-ofstate school as a target (or safety).

What is a Safety School?

For a safety school, you

should feel that you meet and exceed their requirements. Your scores should fall on the high end (or exceed) what they list. You may also want to consider a safety in terms of price, so in addition to academic criteria being met, your safety school, or one of them, should be affordable, if price is a family concern. You should have some interest in your safety school, but many don't feel as strongly about their safety as it is not their primary choice. It is not necessarily the best fit, though you should consider it to provide a qual-

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Many choose a state school or local community college as their safety. Having a safety school is important so that you have a fall-back plan if you don't get in to other schools.

What is a Reach School?

A reach school is somewhere you choose to apply to, but you knowingly fall short of some requirements. It can still be worth it to apply, because you may have

some outstanding qualities that will see you through. Fact: 100% of students that do not apply to Harvard, do not get into Harvard.

Keep your hopes in check when applying to a reach school, but you can't get in if you do not apply. If your reach school is really selective you can expect to have stiff competition.

To be clear, schools are labeled as safety or reach based on academics, but financial situations can warrant these labels too.

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According to Paul Bahr, Director of Bryant & Stratton College’s Western New York campuses, “Even though Bryant & Stratton College teaches over 1,600 students at our three Western New York campuses, we keep the focus on each individual student. That’s why our classes generally have no more than 25 people, so you’ll get all the personal attention you need. We also offer something we call First Year Experience, or FYE, where a team of advisors work closely

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Ideally located in the geographic center of the state, Morrisville State College boasts a rural setting with one of the most diverse populations among the SUNY campuses. Morrisville’s bachelor and associate degree programs are practical in nature within specialized areas in more than 75 different majors.

Morrisville is a national leader in experiential instruction with action-oriented, interactive learning labs that include a modern automotive building

designed to look like a dealership, a fine dining restaurant, a historic barn converted into an ultra-modern design studio, and a multimillion dollar equine rehabilitation center.

Students can expect small classes with realworld experiences from day one - and almost every bachelor’s degree culminates with a full semester-long internship.

In addition, Morrisville offers a well- balanced college experience with literally hundreds of student-run campus activities each year, 16 intercollegiate athletic teams, and more than 40 clubs and organizations to engage students from their first steps onto campus.

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schools ranked in the top tier by US News and World Reports, Morrisville has also recently been ranked second among regional colleges nationwide for outperforming its anticipated graduation metric. The anticipated graduation metric was developed by USNWR as an attempt to capture how well a college is able to support students so they are able to graduate with a degree, and to find where student succeed beyond expectation.

“We offer hands-on, experiential education at its best, integrating classroom theories and concepts with out-ofclassroom learning experiences,” said Morrisville State Provost David Rogers. “This approach

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Morrisville has also been lauded for its exemplary, innovative and effective community service programs.

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SUNY Fredonia Lifelong Learning And Special Programs Learning is a Lifelong Experience

Lifelong Learning and Special Programs at SUNY Fredonia offers a variety of learning experiences for students as well as community members.

Through J-Term ( January 6-17, 2014) and Summer Sessions (May 19-August 1, 2014), undergraduate and graduate students are offered traditional classroom instruction, online learning, and study abroad experiences.

Through its Fredonia Academy, Lifelong Learning offers many noncredit learning opportunities. SUNY Fredonia traces its roots to Fredonia Academy, which officially opened in 1826.

To honor the college’s beginnings, Lifelong Learning launched a 21st century Academy.

Here, faculty and staff share their knowledge and expertise with the college and surrounding communi-

program enables individuals to apply to SUNY Fredonia and enroll in regular undergraduate courses for credit. Although SUNY Fredonia the application proLifELong Learning cess is greatly simplified, Lifelong Learn2148 Fenton Hall, SUNY Fredonia, ing students are held Fredonia, NY 14063 (716) 673-3177 to the same academic www.fredonia.edu/lifelong standards as their matriculated colleagues – and experience the ties – much like the is designed for those same high quality Academy’s faculty did who would like to so long ago. begin (or restart) their education. college studies on a For community memThe Lifelong Learnpart-time basis.

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to partake in a college course but do not wish to earn college credit, course auditing is an option. By applying for course audit privileges, individuals can gain the knowledge imparted in many of the college’s regularly scheduled courses.

For more information about these programs, please visit www.fredonia.edu/lifelong or phone Lifelong Learning at 716.673.3177.

New Manufacturing Certificate Offered At JCC Jamestown Community College began offering a new credit certificate program in industrial equipment technology last fall.

According to Michael Weaver, JCC’s director of engineering science and technology, the interdisciplinary certificate program helps support the needs of local industries for trained personnel.

“Employer need for this program was determined through a survey of manufacturers and facilities in Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Warren counties, and evaluation of previous non-credit offerings,” Weaver said.

“The certificate prepares students with the necessary interdisciplinary background to troubleshoot, repair,

and maintain electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment used in a manufacturing or facilities environment,” Weaver said. “Students who complete the program successfully will be well qualified for entry-level positions in industrial maintenance and manufacturing jobs.

“Job titles may include industrial electrician, industrial machinery mechanic, installation technician, industrial technician, and building maintenance mechanic,” Weaver added. “The certificate will also allow personnel presently employed by industry to obtain a credential showing basic competence in the skills necessary for advancement.”

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includes basic foundations of automation systems used in advanced manufacturing and facilities maintenance. Courses emphasize the fundamentals of AC/DC electricity, programmable logic controllers, electric motors and controls, hydraulics and pneumatics, manual and CNC machining, and welding.

Courses in machine theory, electricity, and welding provide an introduction to specific areas that are important for overall understanding of the industrial equipment field.

In addition, students will develop skills in mathematics and writing appropriate to this type of work.

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By Stefan Gestwicki Star Sports Editor

For the first time in school history, the Chautauqua Lake Lady Thunderbirds will be playing for a New York State Class C championship this weekend.

Don’t think it hasn’t gone unnoticed.

“There’s certainly a buzz around school,” head coach Eric Schuster said. “Everyone you pass wants to talk about it. Everyone is excited whether they’re a basketball fan or not.

“It’s kind of unbelievable for me,” he continued. “It really hasn’t fully sunk in yet.

It’s hard to imagine. You dream about it and that’s where you want to go and we’re actually doing it.”

The team is coming off of a thrilling 76-62 win over Keshequa, the Section 5 champion, in the Far West Regionals. The win was the latest in what has become a 19-game winning streak for Chautauqua Lake.

“It was our goal at the beginning of the year to get out of the section,” Schuster said. “We couldn’t quite do that last year. I talk about this quite a bit. I tell the kids that anything from here on out is icing on the cake. We might say that, but I think we all have the same goal in mind and that’s to bring home a state championship.”

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CO M M EN TA RY The Chautauqua Lake Lady Thunderbirds will play for a state championship this weekend.

It’s the school’s first trip to the state final four. (Submitted photo)

The Lady Thunderbirds are a nearly perfectly constructed team. A pair of juniors — Jenna Einink and Ashton Albanesius — combine to form one of the most devastating forward pairing you’re likely to see at this level. Senior Tara Hunt and junior Courtney Hewes are a dynamic pair of guards that create turnovers on the defensive end and run a smooth offense on the attacking end. Senior swingman Ashley Moulton provides another reliable scoring threat while providing leadership with her three years of varsity experience.

“It’s worked out really good,” Schuster said of his lineup. “A lot of people talk about how it’s uncommon to play with two bigs anymore, but it makes my job much

easier. Jenna and Ashton work so well together down low. It’s a perfect mix.”

Even with a roster littered with juniors and underclassmen — Moulton and Hunt are the only two seniors — Chautauqua Lake has a plethora of experience as Einink has been playing varsity since eighth grade while Albanesius and Hewes both were called up as freshmen.

“When we talk about leadership,” Schuster explained, “each of these kids brings something different to the table that shows their leadership qualities. For Courtney it’s just the way she plays.

Tara has been around for a long time and the younger kids really look up to her.

They all bring something.”

Last year, the Lady Thun-

derbirds entered the postseason with high hopes only to fall to Frewsburg in the Section 6 Class C2 championship game in a game that became in instant classic.

That disappointment has helped fuel this run.

“I think the juniors are as eager if not more eager than the seniors,” Schuster admitted. “The whole team has its sights set on going to states. And not just going to states, but being somebody that can compete and bring home that state championship.”

While the depth of the Chautauqua Lake team is truly something to be admired, no story on the Lady Thunderbirds could be complete without making special note of Einink.

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The Team Is Garbage, But Games Are Fun

By Stefan Gestwicki Star Sports Editor

First off, I’d like to apologize to my readers for avoiding writing about the Sabres for this entire season. With the team quite literally in 30th place out of 30 teams, it’s just depressing.

That’s not to say the team hasn’t had an exciting season off of the ice. Perhaps you remember that the team has traded both Thomas Vanek and Ryan Miller this season. Those two guys had been the face of the franchise for years. The team also fired the longest tenured head coach in the NHL in Lindy Ruff.

Remember him? And now we have this bizarre Pat LaFontaine situation. Anyone who has Continued on pg 30

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Jammers Announce Luncheon Featuring Former pittsburgh pirate Contributed Article front office at (716)Jamestown Jammers

The Jamestown Jammers will be hosting a luncheon presented by Northwest Savings Bank at the Conewango Club in Warren, Pennsylvania on Monday April 7.

Kent Tekulve, a former pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates and current Pirates analyst for Root Sports Pittsburgh will be the guest speaker.

Tickets for the event will be $15 and must be purchased in advance by calling the Jammers

664-0915. A traditional buffet lunch featuring chicken, pasta and additional sides will be served to all attendees. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m., and the luncheon is scheduled to run from noon until 1 p.m. Tekulve will be available for an autograph signing after the speaking portion of the event is completed.

Tekulve signed as a free agent with Pitttsburgh in 1969 and made his major league debut for the Pirates in 1974. He spent

career record of 94-90.

He had 184 saves and a career ERA of 2.85.

Tekulve also led the major leagues in appearances on four different occasions (1978, 1979, 1982, 1987).

The Jammers open their season on June 13 at home against Kent Tekulve pitching for the Pittsburgh Pirates. the Mahoning Valley (Submitted Photo) 11 years with the Pirates World Series by saving 3 Scrappers, a Cleveland and went on to play for games including the de- Indians affiliate. 2014 both the Philadelphia cisive seventh game. He Jamestown Jammers Phillies, and Cincinnati was an All-Star in 1980. season tickets are now on sale. For more inforReds before retiring in Tekulve was known for mation on season tickets 1989. Tekulve played a his unique submarine and for all of the latest crucial role in helping delivery. He pitched in updates on the Jamethe Pirates win the 1979 1,050 games and had a

stown Jammers, call the Jammers office at (716) 664-0915 or visit them online at www.jamestownjammers.com.

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The Jamestown Jammers are the Class A affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates. They are owned and operated by a local Buffalo company, Rich Products Corporation, which also owns the AA Northwest Arkansas Naturals and AAA Buffalo Bisons.

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“There is a lot of work Jamestown Area Hock- that has gone into making this a reality for the ey Associates ( JAHA), benefit of the commuLLC, a group comnity, especially with a prised of prominent, local, businessmen and local group of owners who live here and supcommunity leaders, announced on Monday, port the community on a personal and profesMarch 10 that junior sional level.” hockey will be returning to the Jamestown “On behalf of the Savings Bank Arena Arena Board, I would ( JSBA) for the 2014/15 like to thank JAHA season and beyond.

President, Dr. Cirbus and the other local “We are very pleased team owners for their that hockey will be returning to the Jame- commitment to bringing back and maintainstown Savings Bank ing a junior hockey exArena”, stated new JSBA

perience to our region.

They represent our region’s best opportunity for a long-term, quality junior hockey program.

This is something the Arena has strived for, for a long time. It is one step forward for not only the Arena but for the community and our economic development as well,” said Max Pickard, JCCDC Board President.

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Hopefully this will be the catalyst to begin to utilize this wonderful ice arena the Gebbie Foundation has provided us to its full potential,” said Jim Cirbus, JAHA, LLC President.

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National League More Top Heavy On Paper

By Stefan Gestwicki get to the playoffs, of Star Sports Editor

With the weather warming up ever so slightly and green grass poking through the remaining remnants of snow, that can only mean two things: baseball season and golf season. I suppose it means more to some people, but not for a sports editor.

We’ll focus on baseball for now as the regular season is a mere week or so away, depending on when you’re reading this.

Last week I took a look at the American League and made predictions on each team’s finish within its respective division. Honestly, I don’t feel good about it.

The A.L. is ridiculously balanced on paper. If you made an argument for any of 12 of the 15 teams that they’d be in the playoffs, I’d be forced to listen.

In the National League, the exact opposite is true. There are probably no less than seven teams that have almost no shot at a playoff berth. The New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies, Miami Marlins, Chicago Cubs, Milwaukee Brewers, Colorado Rockies and San Diego Padres are basically out of contention already in my eyes. Have I been surprised in the past?

Sure. I never expected the Indians to have a season like they did in 2013, but the National League seemingly comes down to eight teams fighting for five playoff spots. Once you

course, anything can happen.

NATIONAL LEAGUE EAST

ATLANTA BRAVES

(Projected finish: 2nd) — Last year, the Braves were one of my pride picks. Everyone expected Bryce Harper to win the MVP, Stephen Strasburg to win the Cy Young and the Washington Nationals to win the N.L. East.

Obviously, the Braves put a wrench in those plans by winning 96 games and putting up a +140 run differential. I was very happy my prediction came to fruition. This season, however, I’m somewhat less excited about the Braves for a couple of reasons. First off, they lost two key members of last year’s team in catcher Brian McCann and longtime staff ace Tim Hudson. Secondly, Chris Johnson nearly won a batting title with an unmaintainable .394 BABIP (batting average on balls in play). That’s bound to come down to Earth. Thirdly, the Braves sport two of the worst starting players in all of baseball with Dan Uggla manning second base and B.J. Upton in center field.

Lastly, the Braves resigned seemingly every player on their roster to contract extensions. I’d worry about too many of them being complacent and not playing

out of last place in this bottom-heavy division.

The rotation is led by a pair of studs in Jose Fernandez and Jacob Turner. After that it’s a work in progress, but should be above average as a whole. The bullpen is a bit of an unknown. Closer Steve Cishek (another former Jammer) will almost certainly be traded by midseason. Carlos Marmol was brought in, but who knows what he has left? The Marlins might not have many leads to protect, MIAMI MARLINS but the bullpen prob(Projected finish: 5th) ably won’t help much.

— It pains me to say The Marlins are kind this about a team with of stuck in low gear so many former Jame- because they have a stown Jammers on it, couple of superstars, but the Marlins are in but the surrounding for another long season. talent just isn’t good For goodness sake, two enough to win now. of their starting infield- Will they be able to ers didn’t play in the resist trading guys like Major Leagues last Stanton in 2014? season (Rafael Furcal and Casey McGehee).

McGehee was horrendous the last time he was in the Majors and Furcal certainly isn’t the player he once was. The other offensive ‘fixes’ the Marlins dialed up? First baseNEW YORK METS man Garrett Jones and (Projected finish: catcher Jarrod Salta4th) — How can you lamacchia, neither of not feel bad for Dawhom is going to light vid Wright? The guy the world on fire with is the consummate their bats. Former Jamprofessional and yet his mer Marcell Ozuna organization seems peis penciled in as the rennially stuck in first everyday center fielder, gear. That said, manso that’s fun. Of course, agement tried to fill another former Jammer in some holes via free (formerly Mike, now agency this past offseaGiancarlo) Stanton will son. They brought in be in right field. His outfielders Chris Young power alone might be and Curtis Granderable to win the Marlins son. Those two guys enough games to sneak possess moderately high

all out every day. That said, there’s a lot to like about this team. Good, young talent on offense.

Dominant bullpen.

Promising young rotation. It’s definitely a two-team race in the N.L. East, but I expect the Braves to come up just short in 2014.

power numbers, but horrifically low on-base skills. In fact, other than Wright, this whole projected starting lineup is terrible at getting on base. It’s hard to see this team not being in the bottom five in runs scored in the National League. Of course, having a healthy Matt Harvey at the top of the rotation would have righted a lot of wrongs, but he’s likely to miss the entire season after Tommy John surgery late last year. Bartolo Colon should provide some quality innings, but how long can his arm possibly keep this up? Zack Wheeler has ace stuff, but hasn’t proven himself at the big league level yet.

Dillon Gee has shown flashes, but seems to be a fourth or fifth starter at best. Then what?

Jonathon Niese is nothing special. Daisuke Matsuzaka isn’t going to provide any real value. John Lannan is a batting practice pitcher.

No, I would suspect the Mets to struggle mightily to score runs and also to prevent runs.

That’s a bad combination that should result in another sub-.500 season in Queens.

PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES (Projected finish: 3rd) — Sometimes saying that a team will finish third in a divi-

was sion means they’ll be ter th fighting for a playoff Unle spot. With the Philhave lies, it probably just mach means they’ll be the back least horrible of the to wh three ‘other’ teams in playe the East. The Phillies’ prim biggest problem will be goin health and age. And it’s already a problem with Cole Hamels uncertain about when he’ll be ready. The entire starting infield, save third baseman Cody Asche, and catcher Carlos Ruiz are in their mid-30’s.

What are the odds of WAS every one of those guys NATI playing like they did (Proj eight years ago when Just t the Phillies were the like t cream of the crop in I thin the National League? never Not good, I say. Ryan his ex Howard is the most think overpaid player in can s baseball. Jimmy Rollins will never be that electrifying, MVP candidate ever again.

Chase Utley’s best days are behind him, though he’s still an above-average second baseman. New right fielder Marlon Byrd is 36 years old and only a full season removed from one of the worst seasons ever when he was cut by two teams.

Staff ace Cliff Lee is 35 and will certainly be in a different uniform come the trade deadline. The surprise signing of A.J. Burnett did nothing to help make this team younger, though he’s been quite good with Pittsburgh the last two seasons. Dominic Brown was a bright spot last season, but he Continued on pg 27

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natiOnal league BReaKdOWn, cOntinued fROM Page 26 was nothing special after the All-Star break.

Unless the Phillies have discovered a time machine and can go back five or six seasons to when all of their players were in their primes, the Phils are going nowhere in 2014.

WASHIngTOn nATIOnALS

(Projected finish: 1st) — Just to be clear I don’t like the Nationals at all.

I think Bryce Harper is never going to live up to his expectations. I don’t think Stephen Strasburg can stay healthy for a

full season. I don’t think they underperformed last season as much as they aren’t as good as everyone thought they were. Even with everyone thinking last season was such a letdown, outfielder Jayson Werth put together a monster campaign with a .931 OPS, good for the sixth-highest in baseball. Youngster Anthony Rendon is a breakout candidate this season. He’s adjusted nicely to the move from third base to second base and his bat will play anywhere. The Nationals need Denard Span to play like he did when he was with the Twins. This is a team that should play heavily into the trade market in July looking for a big bat. The reason I think they’ll win the division this year is twofold. First

off, I expect the Braves to regress. The Nationals might be able to repeat last year and still win the division thanks to the Braves falling back to the pack. Secondly, the rotation is extremely deep. Doug Fister joins an already stacked rotation of Strasburg, Jordan Zimmerman, Gio Gonzalez and Ross Detwiler.

Detwiler is obviously the weak link, but Washington has some young arms that might be able to jump in and take his place in the rotation if needed. If, and that’s a big if, Harper does make the jump from wannabe superstar to real superstar, we’re probably looking at the third-best team in the National League in 2014.

nATIOnAL LeAgue CenTRAL

could get those guys out. The upside is that the Cubs have help on the way, mostly on offense. Theo is doing his work, it just won’t show on the field for the Cubs in 2014.

chicagO cuBS

(Projected finish: 5th) — If you can find even one person that’s predicting the Cubs to finish higher than last place in this brutal division, please forward it to me. I’d love to hear the rational. General Manager Theo Epstein was the architect of the Red Sox teams that won a couple World Series titles. He was brought in with expectations of an immediate turnaround. Instead he handed $52 million to Edwin Jackson. Yeah, that didn’t exactly work out. The Major League team is bad. Real bad.

The rotation features a regressing Jeff Samardzija, a prototypical No. 3 starter in Travis Wood, a batting practice tosser in Jackson and instant losses in whoever rounds out the fivesome. The options aren’t great: Jason Hammel, Jake Arrieta, Chris Rusin and James McDonald. Ouch. At least the offense won’t be able to score any runs. That should help.

Starlin Castro has been a train wreck lately.

Anthony Rizzo has showed promise, but not really star potential. Then what? Nate Scheirholtz, Junior Lake, Ryan Sweeney, Darwin Barney and Luis Valbuena? A good high school pitcher

CInCInnATI ReDS

(Projected finish: 2nd) — The Reds were a bit of a disappointment last season when they finished third in the division and lost the wild card playoff game to the Pirates. With the losses of Bronson Arroyo and Shin-Soo Choo, the team has seemingly only gotten worse. But dig deeper and you realize that staff ace Johnny Cueto only made 11 starts last year after winning 19 games in 2012. The team is high on rookie starter Tony Cingrani as well. Joey Votto had somewhat of a down year, but he’s still one of the best hitters on the planet and should bounce back. But the talk of the town is rookie outfielder Billy Hamilton, who will get his chance to replace Choo at the top of the lineup. Hamilton’s base-stealing abilities are well documented, but his lack of on-base skills are a concern.

He wasn’t a good hitter in the Minor Leagues, how on Earth is he going to succeed at the Major League level?

As a Pirates fan, a big reason the Reds scare me this year is Jay

Bruce. I fully expect him to have an MVPcaliber season batting behind Votto. Of course, the Reds also have a handful of other nice pieces like second baseman Brandon Phillips and starters Homer Bailey and Mat Latos.

The team will also be leaning on a bounceback campaign from Ryan Ludwick. That’s not likely to happen, so expect the Reds to also be players in the trade market. Perhaps the Cubs’ Nate Scheirholtz ends up in a Reds uniform by July. Missing the playoffs would be unacceptable for a team with this much talent.

MilWauKee BReWeRS

(Projected finish: 4th) — The Brewers are one of the harder teams in the National League to get a feel for.

They had a couple guys break out last year in shortstop Jean Segura and outfielder Carlos Gomez, but questions remain if either guy can duplicate that success. Pitching has long been an issue for the Brewers, but with the signing of Matt Garza over the offseason, the rotation actually looks pretty decent with Garza, Yovani Gallardo, Kyle Lohse and Marco Estrada assured spots. The downfall of the pitching staff could be depth. There isn’t much to fall back on so an injury or two could Continued on pg 28

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national league breakdown, continued from page 27 Mark Trumbo gives them some thunder in the middle of the lineup.

Combined with last year’s star, first baseman Paul Goldschmidt, the Diamondbacks should sport a nice offense.

Also returning are Aaron Hill, Didi Gregorius, A.J. Pollack, Gerardo Parra and Martin Prado. A healthy Miguel Montero could make this one of the Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder was all smiles during a MVP year in 2013. Can he lead the Bucs to more better offenses in the glory in 2014? (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar) N.L., if it isn’t already. of the best teams in the Carlos Martinez and Unfortunately, the team Joe Kelly waiting in National League for returns a rotation that years and 2014 should the wings. Those two allowed the most home would be sure startbe no exception. In runs in the National ers on any other team. League last season. fact, there’s reason to The back end of the believe the team will Their remedy? Signing actually be better than bullpen is lights out extremely homer-prone with Jason Motte and last year’s team that Bronson Arroyo. Yes, advanced to the World Trevor Rosenthal. And he has spent much of Series after winning 97 if all that wasn’t good his career pitching in a enough, one of the top hitter-friendly ballpark, games in the regular season. The lineup got prospects in baseball, but his 31.5 home runs outfielder Oscar Tava big boost by replacper year is troubling. ing automatic out Pete eras, is ready to come Patrick Corbin, Trevor help the team immeKozma with proven Cahill, Wade Miley and diately. The Cardinals Brandon McCarthy veteran hitter Jhonny should prove again in Peralta. Yes, losing are likely to fill out the 2014 what we all alCarlos Beltran will rotation with Arroyo. ready know: That they Corbin gained some hurt a little bit, but are the best organiza- fame when he started the under-the-radar trade for Peter Bourjos tion in baseball. the season 9-0, but went gives the team an elite on to post a 6.04 ERA NATIONAL LEAGUE over the season’s final defender and capable PITTSBURGH PIRATES leadoff hitter. Also, the WEST two months. The Dia(Projected finish: Cardinals were able to mondbacks have shown 3rd) — It’s not exactly sign Matt Carpenter over the last few years true that the Pirates to a long-term extenthat they aren’t afraid shocked the world by sion. He was excellent to pull the trigger on a making it to within a at second base last year trade. They might be in game of the NLCS last and now moves back the market for another season. The team had to his natural position starting pitcher midshown improvement of third base in 2014. season. Perhaps Cliff for a number of years What really makes the ARIZONA Lee could be a target. before finally putting Cardinals great, how- DIAMONDBACKS He’s a guy with playoff it all together. Reign(Projected finish: ever, is their rotation. experience and should ing MVP Andrew I can’t fathom a better 2nd) — The D’Backs be able to thrive even McCutchen might just finished with an even rotation than Adam in hitters’ parks. The be the best all-around 81-81 mark last season. biggest advantage the Wainwright, Michael player in the N.L. ST. LOUIS CARDINALS Wacha, Shelby Miller, While it’s hard to proj- D’Backs have entering and he’ll need to play ect them for anything Lance Lynn and the 2014 season is an that way if the Pirates (Projected finish: 1st) higher than .500 in the Jaime Garcia (assumextremely weak diviwant to contend again. — The Cardinals have ing he’s healthy). The upcoming season, there sion. consistently been one Pedro Alvarez was is hope. The trade for depth is unreal with

be devastating. Khris Davis is an intriguing piece of the puzzle for the Brewers as well.

The 26-year old outfielder gets a chance to play every day after the team traded Norichika Aoki. Davis certainly has some pop in his bat and should be a 25+ homer guy. Obviously though, the biggest question about Milwaukee remains Ryan Braun. How will he play following his 50game suspension last season. How will Brewers fans react to him?

How will he deal with the cascade of boos that is sure to follow him at every stop on the road this season? The division is just too tough for the Brewers to compete in in 2014. With a depleted farm system, it could be years before baseball is relevant in Milwaukee again.

great down the stretch and in the playoffs, so if he’s finally figured out how to cut down on his strikeouts, ‘Cutch would finally have a No. 2. There are a number of young players to keep an eye on with this team. Left fielder Starling Marte could be a 30-30 guy if he puts it all together.

Gerritt Cole might already be good enough to contend for a Cy Young award. Two players that will likely be midseason call-ups — Jameson Taillon and Gregory Polanco — could easily compete with each other for the N.L. Rookie of the Year. Both are that good. The rotation will certainly miss A.J. Burnett, but a healthy Wandy Rodriguez could soften the blow a little bit. Charlie Morton was very good last year and looks great in Spring Training. Jason Grilli and Mark Melancon make up one of the game’s best 1-2 punches at the back end of the bullpen. It’ll take a lot going right for the Pirates to overtake the Cardinals and the Reds in the Central, but 2014 should prove that last season was no fluke.

give Not s Rock the h the N has s with A COLORADO ROCKIES and The (Projected finish: 3rd) thing — As bad as the Padres Haw reputation was last the te year, it was actually the now Rockies that finished pitch last in the weak West. be on Health played a big part prosp in that as both of their Gray star players — short- Eithe stop Troy Tulowitzki beco and outfielder Carlos best Gonzalez — missed few y extended time with tedly injuries. While there’s This no guarantee either team player stays healthy this stay h year, it’s hard to look reaso at those two guys and comp not see runs coming in spot bunches. Add in the bats of Nolan Arenado and Justin Morneau and you’ve got yourself a scary offense. But as it has been since the franchise’s inception, pitching will once again be the question. Jhoulys LOS Chacin is clearly the (Proj best pitcher on the roster, but he’s currently A loa dealing with some in- best jury concerns. Jorge De top o La Rosa won 16 games leagu last year and is in the outfi last year of his contract. dolla Why would a pitcher only the s stay at Coors Field? expe Brett Anderson was brought in from Oak- other that land and might very talen well be the Opening Day starter. Tyler Chat- expe wood will be the fourth much starter and had a very ingto nice year in 2013. Whileseaso Juan Nicasio is probably shaw the fifth starter, Jordan in ba Lyles, Franklin Morales there and Christian Friedrich But Z HynContinued on pg 29 the D

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give the team options.

Not surprisingly, the Rockies’ bullpen had the highest ERA in the N.L. last year, but has some nice pieces with Rex Brothers Adam Ottavino.

S and The fact that 40-somed) thing year-old LaTroy dres Hawkins is tabbed as the team’s closer right the now in troubling. Real d pitching help might just st. be on the way in stud part prospects Jonathan eir Gray and Eddie Butler. t- Either one could easily ki become the franchise’s os best pitcher ever in a d few years, which admittedly isn’t saying much. e’s This is a very top-heavy team. If the stars can this stay healthy there’s no k reason this team can’t nd compete for a wild card g in spot in the N.L. in 2014. e ado u self as e n, gain oulys LOS ANGELES DODGERS e (Projected finish: 1st) — ently A loaded offense. The n- best 1-2 punch at the e De top of a rotation in the mes league. Four All-Star he outfielders. A bazillion ract. dollar payroll (okay, er only . This team enters the season with higher expectations than any k- other in baseball. While that means there is y talent aplenty, the same g Chat- expectations didn’t do urth much for the Washery ington Nationals last Whileseason. Clayton Kerbably shaw is the best pitcher dan in baseball. On that rales there can be no debate. drich But Zack Greinke and Hyn-jin Rya help give the Dodgers a great top

of the rotation. Injury prone Dan Haren will be the team’s fourth starter with either Josh Beckett or Paul Maholm rounding out the quintet. None of those last three guys warrants much excitement.

Yasiel Puig might hold the key to the Dodgers’ success. He was dynamic and awful all at the same time during his rookie campaign. If he can harness some of that raw emotion that makes him so mistakeprone, he could be a great player. Adrian Gonzalez and Hanley Ramirez are often the forgotten players when talking about this offense because everyone is hung up on the four starting-caliber outfielders (Puig, Matt Kemp, Andre Either and Carl Crawford) but to many, Gonzo and Hanley are the best players on this team. Ramirez hit an astounding .345/.402/.638 last season in just 336 plate appearances. I don’t think the Dodgers are as good as everyone is making them out to be, but the division is also much worse than people are making it out to be.

Los Angeles should easily win the West, but I see no World Series title come October.

SAN DIEGO PADRES

(Projected finish: 5th) — I truthfully don’t

Los Angeles Dodgers lefty Clayton Kershaw is the best pitcher in baseball. Period. (AP Photo/ Morry Gash)

know much about the Padres or their farm system. But during my research, I came across a preview of this year’s team entitled simply “The San Diego Padres are not the most talented team in the NL West.” That sums it up nicely. This is not a good team. Is it the worst team in the National League? No. Probably not. But this is a franchise that hasn’t won a playoff series since 1998 and that drought seems destined to extend at least a few more years. Chase Headley looked like the next big thing two years ago but fell off hard last season. Some are blaming that on a thumb injury, but perhaps we just overvalued him to begin with. Everth Cabrera was looking like another bright young piece of the future, but then was suspended in the Biogenesis case.

He’s still valuable given that he plays shortstop and has swiped 81 bases in 210 games over the past two seasons. Jedd Gyorko clubbed 23 home runs and might have won Rookie of the Year honors in another

season. That’s about it for young talent on the Major League roster.

Yonder Alonso still might turn into a solid ballplayer, but his bat doesn’t have the pop you’d like from a first baseman. Cameron Maybin will miss some time after a Spring Training biceps injury.

The Padres are taking a big chance that Josh Johnson will turn back into the dominant starting pitcher he was during his early career in Miami and that Ian Kennedy can get back to the form that made him a 20-game winner. Andrew Cashner and Tyson Ross are holdovers from last year’s rotation and both should be inningeaters this year. Eric Stults is probably the most reliable starter in the rotation, having cracked 200 innings in 2013. Best-case scenario for the Padres in 2014 is probably third place in the West. Or maybe best-case scenario for the team is to bottom out and have the first overall draft pick in the 2015 draft. This team needs a talent boost quickly.

over from Atlanta, but time will tell whether his nearly 40-year old body can come back from his ankle injury. Matt Cain SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS was one of the better pitchers in baseball for a (Projected finish: 4th) — Originally I had the five-year stretch, but fell over considerably last Rockies fourth and the season with a 4.00 ERA. Giants third, but after And Ryan Volgelsong. looking at the Giants’ What happened to you roster, I just can’t make Ryan Vogelsong? The myself believe this is a team that will challenge bullpen is much of the same as Sergio Romo for a playoff spot, even has proven a capable though it’s only two closer but there’s isn’t years removed from a much to write home World Series title. The about between the offense is essentially starters and the closer.

Hunter Pence, Buster On the plus side, Barry Posey and change. Not Bonds is serving at a saying you can’t win that way, but I’m saying hitting instructor during the Spring Training. that the Giants won’t.

Brandon Belt is probably I suppose that’s something. Call it a hunch, the team’s third-best hitter, but that’s just the I just see the Giants imploding in 2014 and problem. His 17 home runs and measly 67 RBI breaking their streak of at first base represented winning World Series titles in even years (they career highs. I suppose won the World Series in Marco Scutaro isn’t 2010 and 2012). half-bad either and Pablo Sandoval used After looking at this list to be good, too. The again, I realize I haven’t rotation is a mixed bag. taken many chances.

Madison Bumgarner But you know what, I is one of the game’s feel good about it. The premier left-handed National League has pitchers, despite still not many more terrible being a household name. teams than the A.L. so Tim Lincecum has it’s a little easier to gauge two Cy Young awards what can/will happen. on his mantle, but has Will I look like an idiot been atrocious over the come September? Probpast few seasons. Tim ably. But that’s half the Hudson was brought fun of these projections.

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COMMenTARY, COnTInueD fROM pAge 24 been following this has so suspect something more than what’s being said. It has to be ugly for all of this secrecy.

So even with all of that hubbub going on off the ice, I simply can’t get excited about the product on the ice. I watch the team and realize that no more than a handful of these guys will actually be on the roster when the team is good again. These guys aren’t real Sabres, they’re just fill-ins until the Sabres arrive.

But when my father-inlaw received tickets to Tuesday’s home game against the Nashville Predators, I was still excited to go to an NHL game. The last game I attended in person was in Pittsburgh for a playoff game between the Flyers and the Penguins.

Buffalo fans might not remember, but a playoff atmosphere is truly something to behold.

Embarrassingly enough, I actually hadn’t been to a Sabres game since high school — a bunch of Penguins games, but no Sabres.

What first jumped out to me was the sheer number of fans that came out to the game.

The announced crowd was over 18,000 people.

Teams that are in 30th place generally have a hard time selling tickets, but somehow the Sabres are still doing fine at the box office. Apparently General Manager Tim Murray has successfully sold fans on the rebuild project he started at the trade deadline.

this year. He wins one of every six games. That’s horrific. His four wins are 64th in the league.

Let that sink in for a moment. Not only do all 29 starting goalies have more wins than him (as you’d expect), but there are another 34 backup goalies that have more wins. And like in baseball with pitchers, I understand that wins is a team stat, but wins and losses are all that’s counted in the standings.

There’s no tie-breaker for save percentage.

I got a little side-tracked during this commentary, but the point I’m trying to make is that If Jhonas Enroth is in net, you can be nearly certain you’ll see a Sabres loss, but it’s still fun to attend an even with a team mired NHL game in person. Enroth, #1, covers the puck as Richard Clune #16 of the Nashville Predators looks in last place (and one for a rebound at First Niagara Center on March 11, 2014 in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Rick Stewart/ that will probably stay Getty Images) there into next year) I was very glad to see the team this season. If Waiting in line with by 18,000 other sports a near-sellout because Stafford scores the first wallet, cell phone, keys fans, it’s a night out and it’s still worth the trip up to Buffalo to go to that’s the best part of goal of the game, he and gum packet (yes, it’s just exciting. a Sabres game. And attending a hockey said, you can almost as- gum packet) in hand to About the actual team, eventually the team will game in person. You suredly chalk it up as a be scanned for weapons though, I was very disbe good again and you can feel the excitement loss for the Sabres. Sure or other contraband is appointed. You’d think won’t have to run to build when the home enough, the Predators no fun. Waiting in the with a bunch of young catch the bandwagon. team gets a scoring scored the game’s next car after the game at the guys the effort would opportunity. You can four goals, the last being top of a parking garage always be there no mat- One random question almost see every person an empty-netter that for half an hour before ter what the team’s re- for readers: Do you scoot to the edge of sent fans streaming for moving an inch can be cord is. They’re playing think Shea Weber is a their seats when the the exits. frustrating (thank good- for their futures even if future Hall-of-Famer? opposing team has a ness for smart phones).

Even the one fight was this season won’t result He’s only 28 years old, 2-on-1 rush. You can but he’s also been elite kind of half-hearted.

But I still contend that in a playoff berth. But feel the collective tenfor a number of years.

Former Sabres player everyone should go I thought the Sabres’ sion drain from 18,000 Paul Gaustad was into sporting events in effort was a big steam- I’m just curious if I people when the goalie volved, which leads you person if they can. In saw a future legend on ing pile of…not goodgloves the puck on a Tuesday night. to believe he just wanted hockey, being there live ness, especially after quick wrist shot. Those to entertain the fans that lets you really apprecithe team fell behind. are the emotions that cheered for him for so ate the speed of the There was no urgency, you just can’t sense many years. I’m on the game and the skating no drive, no passion. It when watching a game side of the fence that and puck-handling skills was disappointing. on TV, no matter how thinks fighting in hockey of the players. In basketAlso, when will people high the definition. could probably go. It’s so ball, you can get a sense finally admit that Jhonas Sadly, the Sabres didn’t often staged and never of just how freakishly Enroth is not the answer give me (and the rest happens in the playoffs, large the players are. In in goal? I know that of the crowd I suppose) so how important to the baseball, you can see there aren’t many opmuch to cheer about on game is it actually? But just how quick a battions on the roster right Stefan Gestwicki is the Tuesday. Drew Stafford that’s a topic for another ter’s reaction time has now, but I haven’t heard sports editor of the Chautaugot the Sabres on the day I suppose. to be to hit a 100-mph. any talk of drafting the qua Star. Comments on this board first, but as a co- Sure, there are some fastball. Plus you’re sup- Sabres’ future goaltenstory of any other can be diworker pointed out, that things about going to porting your local team, der. My heavens, the rected to stefan.gestwicki@ seems to be a curse for it’s fun to be surrounded guy has a 4-15-5 record the games that stink. star-mediagroup.com.

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gowanda ApA League

nCSA to Hold Summer Recreation Soccer team Registration

(through march 9, 2014)

Contributed Article Gowanda APA League

Standings:

• 8-Ball Assassins • Legion Machines • Jamestown Raiders • Mike’s PG Team • Twoguns Team • Ronnie’s Crazy 8’s • Jamestown Tavern • Jamestown St. Marauders

Top guns:

Gary Oehler is first in the Purple Tier. Tom Thomas is first in the Red Tier. Richard Vosburgh is first in the Yellow Tier. Josh Swanson is first in the Blue Tier.

For more information contact division rep David Covert at 6982291.

Jamestown youth Baseball Sign-up date Announced

Contributed Article day, March 22 from NCSA

The Northern Chautauqua Soccer Association (NCSA) will offer two opportunities for players to sign up for summer recreational soccer. This year NCSA will field teams in the Little Kickers (ages 3-4) co-ed, U6 co-ed, U8 co-ed, U11, U14, and 3v3 boys and girls divisions.

Player registration will be held on Satur-

applied to families for players living in the same household. Need based scholarships are available on a limited basis. Forms are available online at www. myncsa.com.

Players must bring a copy of their birth certificate to in-person registration. If you are unable to attend in-person registration, mail the completed registration form, payment and a copy of your child’s birth certificate to NCSA, P.O. Box 331,

Fredonia, NY 14063.

Make check payable to "NCSA". A late fee of $10 per player will be applied to all registrations received after Wednesday, March 26, 2014. Time slots are available on a firstcome, first-served basis, so early registration is highly recommended.

Questions about the summer recreational soccer program should be directed to President of NCSA, Betsy DixonLang at president@ myncsa.com.

have fun. You’re going to be nervous, but once the ball gets thrown up in the air, it’s all about playing basketball. Look at what great teammates you have. All of you are here to support each other. We’re all going to have each other’s back. Play like you’ve always played. But it’s an effort to keep those nerves in check.”

Chautauqua Lake is now just two wins away from a New York State Class C championship. But the team also recognizes that it’ll be playing against the best

teams in the state this weekend. The girls are prepared for anything.

“We’re certainly hoping we don’t lose, but that’s part of the game,” Schuster concluded. “We talk about that. That’s something I’ll probably say again before the game. We’ve had a great season.

No one can take the accomplishments away from us.”

No, but as long as they’ve made it this far, they might as well bring a state championship back to Western New York.

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The junior forward has been a dominating Jamestown Parks Dept. dren who played in the presence since being program in previous called up to varsity as years must still sign up an eighth grader and The City Parks, Recre- on March 18th and pay was recently named ation and Conservation the registration fee.

Most Valuable Player Department would like The age determination for CCAA Division 2 to announce sign-ups date is APRIL 30, 2014. West. Her scoring abilfor the City Recreation Whatever a player’s age ity inside is an often Youth Baseball League is on or before April overwhelming force. will take place Tuesday, 30, 2014 is the player’s “On the court, she’s the March 18th from 5:00 LEAGUE age for the person that everyone –6:30 p.m. in the lobby 2014 season. This play- turns to,” Schuster said of City Hall. The proing age rule corresponds of his superstar. “She gram is open to boys with that adopted by brings so much to our and girls ages 8 to 12 Babe Ruth Baseball. team. She’s been the year olds.

If you have any quesspark. But we’ve had All children registertions, please feel free a lot of kids get better. ing must supply proof to call the Recreation There’s not a whole lot of age and a $5.00 Office at 483-7523. of separation talentContributed Article registration fee. Chil-

9 a.m., to noon in the Dunkirk High School cafeteria. A second registration day is planned for Wednesday, March 26 from 6 to 8 p.m., in the Fredonia High School cafeteria. Registration fees are $20 for the Little Kickers co-ed division, $30 for the U6 and U8 co-ed division, $45 for the U11 and U14 division and $50 for the 3v3 divisions. A maximum payment cap of $100 is

wise between Ashton, Courtney and Jenna.

The biggest thing is that Jenna wants to basketball and the kids know that.”

The Lady Thunderbirds will face Haldane, the Section 1 champion, on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. Schuster has been thinking on what he’ll say to his team prior to tipoff.

“I usually try to come up with something different each time,” he shared. “The biggest thing is, yes this game is very important to us, but we still want to

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Lake erie Fishing Hotline

Contributed Article NYS Dept. Of Environmental Conservation

The New York State DEC Region 9 Fisheries Office will be running an angler diary program on the Genesee River in Allegany and Wyoming Counties. The program will run from March 1st through October 31st, 2014. This program will cover the portion of the river from the PA line, downstream through Letchworth State Park, and will record data for both trout and bass fishing trips.

If you fish the Genesee River (even once) and would like to keep a diary for DEC please call the Region 9 Fisheries Office at (716) 372-0645 or e-mail fwfish9@gw.dec. state.ny.us. This diary program will be used to evaluate the quality of the fishery and determine future management actions.

Lake erie Tributaries and Harbors There is some open water in the Dunkirk Harbor off the fishing platform by the warm water discharge, and possibly off the city pier.

Anglers previously reported some steelhead and brown trout catches in the harbor.

Spoons, spinners, live minnows and egg sacs are good offerings for harbor trout.

The Lake Erie tributaries are pretty well iced over, with minimal open slots.

However, with a few day of milder temperatures in the mid to upper 30s forecasted for this week, look for the creeks to slowly start to

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Chautauqua Lake has upwards of 20 inches of ice.

Anglers have just over a week of walleye fishing left before the season closes on March 15th. Recent walleye catch reports have come from Prendergast, Dewittville and Long Point. With spawning season approaching, targeting walleye off other traditional spawning areas is also a good bet.

Target depths of 20-30 feet of water during low light periods. Jigging Rapalas, jigging spoons, jigs with picks, boot cleats, a throw open back up to steelhead tip-downs or with a slender minnows or shiners set on rope and a floatation device spoon (Swedish pimple, hali tip-ups are good offerings fishing. In cold water for walleye. Anglers catch conditions, it is best to keep are recommended safety jig, etc.). The occasional good numbers of yellow supplies. Use good judgdrifted offerings slow and walleye or lake trout have deep, as steelhead are more ment and fish with a friend also been caught by anglers perch lake wide, from 8 when possible. Those new lethargic and hugging the targeting perch. Be cautious feet to the deeper holes. to ice fishing can check the when ice fishing Lake Erie, Catches consist of mostly bottom. It is also good to Ice Fishing Basics page for keeping an eye out for pres- small perch with a handconcentrate efforts during more information. See the sure cracks and slush pock- ful of 8 inch fish mixed in. the warmest part of the Some have found better Lake Contour Maps page day when chasing winter ets. Also, it is best to avoid for maps organized by steelhead. fishing Erie when there are pockets of larger perch, but county. gusty winds out of the East, no area has been consistent For those new to steelhead for size. Jigging with larger which may widen cracks. fishing, see the Steelhead Lake erie lures (Swedish pimples, hali Ice at Cattaraugus Creek Fishing in Lake Erie Tribu- Lake Erie's ice sheet is jigs, small jigging raps) and broke up during a recent taries page for information still 2 feet thick or more, warm-up and is no longer a minnows helps to deter so on steelhead fishing equipwith some slush and chunk many runt perch hook-ups. safe access point. ment, locations and links to ice under the main sheet.

Nearshore shallows produce stream maps.

Buffalo Small Boat Take a long stick or broom a mix of bluegill and yellow handle to help clear the Harbor perch during the day and Ice fishing bottom of the holes. Out of Ice fishing inside the Buffalo are prospects for crappie Anglers should keep in mind that ice thickness can Sturgeon Point, ice anglers Small Boat Harbor remains catches after dark. are fanning out, both east much the same as it has for vary greatly on the same If you need more fishand west and concentratthe past month. Anglers body of water, especially ing information or would ing efforts in 50-60 feet of catch mostly smaller sunfish like to contribute to the near springs and stream water. The yellow perch bite and yellow perch, with a inlets. Before you head fishing report, please has improved and now more keeper here and there. Anout on the ice this winter, call or e-mail Mike Todd remember that a minimum anglers are reaching double glers who are exploring the (716-851-7010; mttodd@ sheltered bays and channels gw.dec.state.ny.us) or Jim of 3 to 4 inches of solid ice digit counts. Anglers who to the north of the harbor (blue or black, not white) is locate more active schools Markham (716-366-0228; are producing some real (around the Freezer Queen, jlmarkha@gw.dec.state. the general rule for safety. nice catches of 30-50 fish.

Bell Slip Harbor, etc.) have Drilling holes or tapping ny.us). Good Luck Fishing! with a spud bar to check ice Emerald shiners are the top produced better catches of The fishing hotline can also bait, fished on a drop-shot keeper perch. thickness is recommended be heard at (716) 679-ERIE style rig with 2 or 3 snelled on your way out. Safety ice Chautauqua Lake or (716) 855-FISH. hooks near the bottom, on

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Champions Of The Galaxy: The Live Event

Contributed Article nal Champions of the Filsinger Games

Filsinger Games is pleased to welcome Filsinger Games Live Event Productions, a new division of the gaming company that will present a liveaction wrestling event featuring classic characters from the Champions of the Galaxy Universe. This event, called Champions of the Galaxy: The Live Event, is scheduled for July 11, 2014 in Jamestown, NY. Champions of the Galaxy: The Live Event will kick off GalactiCon 25, the annual Filsinger Games fan convention to be held July 11-13. The show will feature top independent wrestling talent portraying origi-

Galaxy characters such as “Galactic Hero” Star Warrior, “Evil Incarnate” Thantos and “Post-Apocalyptic Head-Bangers” The Gladiators of Aethra.

The first performer announced for the event is Combat Zone Wrestling tag team champion Alex Reynolds, who will star as the iconic wildman, the “Savage” Wolf. More wrestlers will be announced in the weeks ahead.

Since 1986, Filsinger Games has been the premier company in science-fiction wrestling, with its popular Champions of the Galaxy tabletop card game.

Wrestling fans were first introduced to a new wrestling universe set 100 years in the future in the pages of Pro Wrestling Illustrated. In

This special familyfriendly show features superhero-like performances, alien characters, science-fiction elements, unusual costumes and unprecedented fan participation. Champions of the Galaxy: The Live Event will be filmed

by Smart Mark Video, an industry leader in professional wrestling video production. Adthis universe humans professional wrestling ditionally, a documenfought alongside aliens, landscape. Spearheaded tary is being filmed robots and giant lizard by Jeff Gutherz and that will not only men and waged wars Todd Joerchel and star- cover the history of for titles, inter-planetary ring Louden Noxious of the Champions of the bragging rights and CHIKARA Pro Wres- Galaxy game, but the galactic supremacy. tling and Kaiju: Big process of putting the The game has thrived Battel fame, Champions live event together. ever since with over of the Galaxy: The Live In order to fund the 50 game editions, an Event will attempt to productions costs of evolving storyline and revolutionize the peran expansive roster formance art genre and Champions of the Galaxy: The Live Event of characters. Now in take Filsinger Games and documentary, 2014, Filsinger Games and the Champions of Filsinger Games has Live Event Producthe Galaxy brand to launched a campaign tions is set to enter the new heights. through the popular

crowdsourcing website Kickstarter. Those contributing to the campaign will receive rewards including a DVD of the event and documentary, a special game edition featuring the characters from the show, signed memorabilia, the opportunity to have a personalized Champions of the Galaxy card or even a role in Champions of the Galaxy: The Live Event itself. The campaign ends on April 6, 2014.

For more information on this event, including how to contribute, please visit https:// www.kickstarter.com/ projects/622030394/ champions-of-thegalaxy-the-live-event To learn more about Champions of the Galaxy please visit championsofthegalaxy.com.

Einink MVP, Schuster COY In Division 2 West

By Stefan Gestwicki on the division’s domiStar Sports Editor

As the Chautauqua Lake Thunderbirds prepare to head off to the state final four in the Class D playoffs as one of the best teams in New York, their individual players and coaches continue to garner recognition.

When the CCAA Division 2 West All Stars were announced, it came as a surprise to absolutely no one that Chautauqua Lake junior forward Jenna Einink was named Most Valuable Player after being the key cog

nant team.

Of course, showing just how strong the Lady Thunderbirds team is, three more of Einink’s teammates were named All Stars as well. Another pair of juniors — center Ashton Albanesius and guard Courtney Hewes — were both named First-Team All Stars while senior guard Tara Hunt was named to the Second Team.

Joining Albanesius and Hewes on the First Team were Sherman’s sophomore guard Bridget Yaw, Panama’s junior forward Brittany

Johnson (Cassadaga Valley, senior); Ashley Congratulations to all CCAA Repine (Cassadaga Division 2 West athletes on a Valley, sophomore); great season.

Ashley Moulton (Chautauqua Lake, senior); M.J. Trisket (Clymer, Lenart, Clymer’s senior ware for his mantle by senior); Danielle Wade guard Kayla Gilkinson fittingly being named (Clymer, senior); Taylor and Sherman’s junior the division’s Coach Bowen (Panama, guard Talia Coccarelli. of the Year. He led the sophomore); Kelsey team to the Section 6 The Second Team Johnson (Panama, title game last season is made up of Hunt, senior); Brianna Marsh Brocton’s senior guard before this season’s (Panama, senior); Cadi incredible success.

Jessica Putcher, ClyHannold (Sherman, mer’s junior forward Playing well enough senior); Shenley Luden Carly McAfoose, to earn honorable (Sherman, sophomore); Clymer’s senior center mention status were Roxanne Toy (SherBreanna Summers and the following players: man, sophomore); RaPanama’s sophomore Brooke Kuschel (Broc- chel Allen (Westfield, guard Emilee Sperry. ton, senior); Jessica senior); Brenna CulMerle (Brocton, junior); breth (Westfield, sophoChautauqua Lake Kenya Stanton (Brocmore); Carson Hauser head coach Eric Schuston, junior); Preslie (Westfield, junior). ter added some hard-

The Panama Lady Panthers took home the Team Sportsmanship award and the team’s Brittany Lenart was awarded the league’s individual sportsmanship award. Individual sportsmanship awards also went to Brooke Kuschel (Brocton), Brittany Johnston (Cassadaga Valley), Courtney Hewes (Chautauqua Lake), M.J. Trisket (Clymer), Emilee Sperry (Panama), Bridget Yaw (Sherman). Emily LaPorte (Westfield).

Congratulations to all CCAA Division 2 West athletes on a great season.

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Predators Too Much For Sabres, 4-1

By Nick Mendola Associated Press

After watching his team fail to hold a big lead in its previous game, Barry Trotz was happy to watch the Predators build another and hold on for a win. ''Last night we cheated in a couple areas,'' Trotz said. ''Tonight we managed the puck better.

We exited better. All those type of things were much better for us.''

Nashville scored twice in a five-minute span in the second period on the way to a 4-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday night.

It marked the second straight win for the Predators, who lost a 3-0 advantage in Ottawa on Monday before beating the Senators in overtime. ''We weren't going to let that happen two games in a row,'' said Colin Wilson, who had two

assists for Nashville.

Shea Weber had a goal and an assist for the Predators, who also got goals from Nick Spaling, Craig Smith and Paul Gaustad.

Drew Stafford scored for Buffalo, which has lost three in a row.

After Nashville built a 3-1 lead, backup goaltender Carter Hutton helped stave off a Buffalo attack that controlled possession and outshot Nashville 11-5 in the second period. ''Keeping that two-goal lead going into the third was pretty huge for us, confidence heading out there,'' Hutton said. ''After last night, we knew we were going to lock it down and play our game.''

Hutton had allowed multiple goals in eight consecutive starts entering the game, but was stout on Tuesday. ''Hutton was really

good,'' Trotz said. ''He stabilized us when they had a little push.''

The Predators arrived in Buffalo after 2 a.m. after Monday's game at Ottawa and skipped their morning skate before having to fight off a slow start to Tuesday's game.

An early power play helped Buffalo take a 1-0 lead at 2:09 of the first as Stafford pulled a rebound away from Hutton's left pad to score his 12th goal of the season.

The goal ended a 0-for11 slump for the Sabres power play, and came in Stafford's 500th career NHL game.

Yet aside from Stafford's line, Buffalo had trouble generating offense. ''There was only one line basically going,'' Sabres interim head coach Ted Nolan said. ''You're not going to win too many games doing that.''

Nashville's equalizer came at the 17:10 mark of the first period, as Spaling used his skate to deflect a Weber shot past Jhonas Enroth.

The power-play goal came on Nashville's only attempt with the man advantage.

Tied at 1 after 20 minutes, Weber picked up a drop pass from Wilson and beat Enroth to make it 2-1 at the 3:33 mark of the second.

Smith doubled Nashville's advantage at 7:51. His low slap shot from just in front of the blue line beat Enroth between the legs.

The goal was Smith's 20th of the season, a career best. ''It's great, a good feeling,'' Smith said. ''We just have to keep moving forward, trying to make a little push here.''

The game was a shaky one for Enroth, who had played well since Buffalo traded Ryan

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''Their confidence is a little bit rattled right now. But through tough times like this you find out true character of certain players and through some ashes sometimes there rises some people.'' - Ted Nolan, Buffalo Sabres Interim Head Coach Miller to St. Louis on Feb. 28.

Buffalo's Zenon Konopka was challenged to fight by Gaustad at 9:20 of the second after the Sabres forward put an openice hit on Viktor Stalberg. Gaustad received a two-minute instigator and 10-minute misconduct in addition to his fighting major.

Trotz thought the penalty was questionable, and appreciated Gaustad's response. ''To me that was a really good glue play,'' Trotz said. ''We thought it was a ques-

tionable hit and that's what you want your team to stand up for each other. ''Gaustad knows how tough Konopka is, and that's why he's so valuable to us. He brings those intangibles. He does what's right and is very detailed in his game.''

Hutton made a big save on Tyler Ennis moments later.

Stafford worked the puck behind the net before passing to Cody Hodgson, whose high shot was gloved by the Nashville goaltender.

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Pittsburgh Philadelphia NY Rangers Columbus Washington New Jersey Carolina NY Islanders

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17 22 23 23 21 24 32 35

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St. Louis Chicago Colorado Minnesota Dallas Winnipeg Nashville

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195 174 162 184 184 152 154 176

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NASCAR Changing Qualifying After Safety Concerns

By Jenna Fryer AP Auto Racing Writer

Moving swiftly to address driver safety concerns, NASCAR on Tuesday banned cool-down laps and will start allowing teams to hook up cooling units to their engines on pit road - the first major changes to the popular new knockout qualifying format unveiled this season.

The decisions were made during a conference call with crew chiefs.

Several people who participated told The Associated Press that NASCAR initially said teams could use external fans on pit road to cool the engines. But after nearly unanimous objection, NASCAR relented on the use of cooling units.

NASCAR this season moved to the knockout format that has been widely praised as more entertaining. Drivers, however, were barred from cooling their engines on pit road because using the cooling units would mean opening the hood - and once hoods are open, NASCAR inspectors would have too difficult a time policing the pits to make sure adjustments were not being made.

The result? Drivers the last two weeks were slowing their cars to a crawl and circling the track at slow speeds at the same time other drivers were speeding past during their qualifying attempts - sometimes 150 mph faster.

Brian Vickers called it ''the most dangerous thing I've ever done in racing'' following last week's qualifying session at Las Vegas.

Crew chiefs argued during the call that teams already own cooling units and forcing them to purchase external fans was an unnecessary cost. NASCAR officials claimed engine builders preferred the use of

mitted to service the cars, but they must be wearing helmets when cars are on the track. ''The qualifying is new to all of us and as we have said over the past several weeks, we are looking at it from all aspects,'' said Robin Pemberton, vice president of competition and racing development. ''Following discussions, both internally and with others in the garage area, we moved quickly to make a few revisions that will be effective starting with our two national series events at Bristol Motor Speedway this weekend.''

The changes are in response to two weeks of driver complaints about the Brad Keselowski pulls out of pit row as his pit crew members finish changing dangers of slow cars driving on the his tires during a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series auto race on Sunday, March 9, apron. There was even more con2014, in Las Vegas. Keselowski won the race. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson) cern this week as NASCAR heads this weekend to Bristol, where there is a decided lack of space on the 0.533-mile bullring.

Rank Driver Points Starts Poles Wins Top 5 Top 10 ''It's going to be a tough one. I think the cooling will be obviously a little 1 Dale Earnhardt Jr. 133 3 0 1 3 3 bit better this week just from the fact 2 Brad Keselowski 132 3 1 1 3 3 that it's 15 second laps, the engine 3 Jimmie Johnson 117 3 0 0 1 3 temps won't get quite as high,'' Paul 4 Joey Logano 116 3 1 0 2 2 Wolfe, crew chief for Brad Keselows5 Jeff Gordon 115 3 0 0 2 3 ki, said earlier Tuesday. ''But yeah, 6 Matt Kenseth 105 3 0 0 0 2 trying to go out and cool down at 7 Carl Edwards 105 3 0 0 1 2 Bristol, that could be a potential 8 Denny Hamlin 101 3 0 0 1 1 issue. There's really no room to get 9 Ryan Newman 97 3 0 0 0 1 out of the way, unless you're just 10 Kyle Busch 95 3 0 0 0 1 running around on the flat part 11 Jamie McMurray 93 3 0 0 0 1 there on the apron.''

12 Greg Biffle 86 3 0 0 0 1 13 Austin Dillon 84 3 1 0 0 1 NASCAR did not make a decision 14 Kasey Kahne 83 3 0 0 0 1 Tuesday on a second complaint - the 15 Kevin Harvick 83 3 0 1 1 1 practice of having cars back out of 16 Ricky Stenhouse Jr. 80 3 0 0 0 1 their spots on pit road at the start 17 Casey Mears 80 3 0 0 0 1 of each qualifying round. Six-time 18 Paul Menard 76 3 0 0 1 1 NASCAR champion Jimmie John19 Marcos Ambrose 69 3 0 0 0 0 son called it ''sketchy'' and said ''we're 20 Brian Vickers 64 3 0 0 0 0 going to start crashing cars just backing out, because you've got guys at the fans, but that theory was widely through a flap on either side of the various angles trying to back out.'' rejected on the call so NASCAR car. Teams can still not lift the hood NASCAR said the cars will still back permitted the use of the cooling of the car. out at Bristol, in part because of prounits as long as they are hooked up Two crew members will now be per- cedures already in place at the track.

NASCAR Sprint Cup Standings

sabres overwhelmed at home by the predators, continued from pg 34 The Sabres finished 1 for 4 on the power play.

Gaustad added an empty-net goal at the 18:29 mark of the third period to a chorus of boos from

a crowd that chanted his nickname ''Goose'' when he was a Sabre.

Nashville finishes a three-game road trip on Friday in Chicago,

while Buffalo begins a stretch of playing 12 of its next 17 on the road. ''Their confidence is a little bit rattled right now,'' Nolan said. ''But

through tough times like this you find out true character of certain players and through some ashes sometimes there rises some people.''

NOTES: Sabres LW Matt Ellis played in his 300th NHL game. ... Patrick Eaves was scratched after going pointless in his first three games with the Preda-

tors after being acquired in a trade with Detroit for David Legwand. ... Sabres rookie C Zemgus Girgensons missed his third game with an undisclosed injury.

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