November 22, 2012 Chautauqua Star by The Chautauqua Star

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Week of November 22, 2012

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Those wishing to walk through a winter wonderland may wish to skip the outdoors and instead head to Chautauqua Suites, where a man-sized gingerbread house and 50 uniquely decorated Christmas trees will help get the public into the holiday spirit. Best of all, the event – which is on going until Dec. 28 - will also help support 50 area not-forprofit organizations. According to Stephanie Jackson Brown, Sales and Events Manager at the Suites, the event grew out of an invitation extended to a children’s advocacy program. “I then started meeting all these wonderful people and the wonderful programs they are involved with and “it just snowballed.” On Monday, Brown says that 50 area organizations came to decorate the 6 foot-artificial trees in the conference center’s ballroom in preparation for the event. When visitors stop in to the Suites, they can purchase ballots to “vote” for their favorite(s)placing the ballot in a box alongside the tree. Tickets are $1 a piece or $10 for an arm’s length. For each $10 purchase, individuals are also entered into a draw-

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Heather Nolan of the Chautauqua Lakes Association, stands with one of many trees part of the ‘Holiday Giving Tree’ at Chautauqua Suites.

ing for one of the numerous gift baskets that have been donated by area businesses and sponsors. “On Dec. 28, we are going to collect all the ballots, and will write a check to the organizations from the money collected,” Brown says.

“There are also businesses that will be making specialty trees and those donating gift certificates. So we’re going to be putting names in for anyone who spends $10 or more on ballots.” “It’s going to be fun. It’s going to

get the community in the moodthe right mood, says Brown, who wishes to take the focus off of the shopping frenzy associated with the holidays. ”We want the Continued on pg. 2

Dispelling the Myths of Alzheimer’s

Steals & Deals Inside This Week

By Patricia Pihl Managing Editor

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.4 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. One in eight older Americans has Alzheimer’s and it is the sixth leading cause of death. Census figures from 2010 indicate 30,500 individuals, or 23 percent of the population over 60 lives in Chautauqua County. The number is statistically significant where memory impairment is concerned since the majority of people who have Alzheimer’s are 65 and over. As the disease becomes more prevalent, more is known although a cure or treatment to stop its progression is presently not available. Chief Operating Officer Terri Ingersoll of Tanglewood Group of Jamestown spoke about disease recently in recognition of November as Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. “People with memory impairment do not (in most cases) need skilled care. We see far fewer people in our memory care unit with insulin dependent diabetes, or relying on oxygen.” Ingersoll says cases of dual diagnosis may require skilled medical service, “but nine times out of ten they don’t.” With a skilled nursing environment, she says, there are liability issues, “so you will see residents in a walker or geri-chair. “If they are

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Seniors gather for lunch at Tanglewood’s Comfort Today.

a wander risk, they may be heavily medicated.” Tangelwood opened Memory Gardens, a specialized memory care unit built in 2002, with Alzheimer’s and dementia specifically in mind. “Too much of this community believes this is a skilled nursing home, it is not.” Another misnomer she wishes to dispel is that dementia is not mental illness. “We are not dealing with mental health…it’s a destruc-

tive brain disease.” She adds, “It’s not something to be ashamed of or to cover up or deny. As soon as you are denying it, you are not dealing with it.” Asked about the distinction between dementia and Alzheimer’s, Ingersoll says, “I use the word dementia and memory impairment because it encompasses so many things.” She adds, “dementia is a symptom of Alzheimer’s, and also a symptom of Parkinsons, Hun-

tington’s Disease as well as a symptom of stroke –related problems and alcohol-related problems, and dementia spans all of them.” In terms of care, Ingersoll says there is no distinction. “We are taking care of people with memory impairment, For Memory Garden, you are required to have a dementia diagnosis.” She warns caregivers to be on the

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Commentary:

It’s Okay to Shop

Making a Diﬀerence

The Resource Center having a positive effect on Chautauqua County Jail inmates

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Pg 6: NASCAR People will go after the Pg 7: Buffalo Bills lower prices, and the world Pg 8-9: High School Basketball will go on. The person who Yvonne Calcaterra meets with an inmate. Pg 10: Buffalo Sabres hates the shopping could alPg 11: Chautauqua Outdoors Dr. McMahon said. “The Contributed Article ways try online, too. There Pg 12–15: Classifieds continuous and quick exare some great sales online TRC change of information and Pg 16: Featured Advertiser now throughout the whole A collaboration involving ideas between components week. The Resource Center and of an integrated treatment Happy Thanksgiving! the Chautauqua County team involving nursing, Part of the Jail is improving the mental case management and psyStar Media Group family health of inmates and help- chiatry allows us to provide ing inmates to successfully the best possible care for inreintegrate into the comdividuals in an unfortunate munity once they’ve been situation.” Locally owned and operated, released. this media company believes Army, Hurlbut community to come Jail officials are grateful in promoting, celebrating and The jail’s mental health Church, YMCA in and enjoy it and be for the improvements in advancing the positive aspects and The Chautau- program began in the late happier; to remind the inmate mental health of our community. qua Lake Associa- 1980s and had a signifithem what Christmas program. For more information, call cant level of staff support tion. is all about. “ (716) 366-9200 in Dunkirk or “Yvonne came in and really (716) 338-0030 in Jamestown. until budget cuts started While there are Visit our online community web Each organization will affecting the program. Staff did a good job of taking a many events portal at www.starnewsdaily.com. have a different apreductions were made, and look at the program that hosted at the Suites proach to their decowas in place before and when the mental health throughout the rations. “Kids from making some good changes Business Manager consultant who previously season, the pubthe boys and girls filled the position took an- that really needed to be put Kristin Korn lic doesn’t need a kristin.korn@star-mediagroup.com club will be doing a other job, it left a gap in the into action,” said Captain reason to stop in circus themed tree.” program. Conversations be- Patrick Johnson, the jail’s to view the trees. And the Humane tween Chautauqua County warden. Account Executives Hours for tree Society – you guessed Jason Ferguson Ms. Calcaterra also often and The Resource Center, viewing are 9 a.m.jason.ferguson@star-mediagroup.com it - a pet tree. There which provides counseling works with local courts to 7 p.m. through is a printer that has Susan Eubanks and psychiatric services in answer questions, advise Dec. 28. Chautaususan.eubanks@star-mediagroup.com designed pinecones and offer help with people Dunkirk and Jamestown, qua Suites Meeting out of recycled paper Jody Osgood led to an agreement to have coming into the courts who and Expo Center jody.osgood@star-mediagroup.com for a tree. may have mental health TRC assume operation is located at 215 According to Brown, issues. Johnson said that of the jail’s mental health Managing Editor West Lake Road in among the organizaabout 40 percent of the program. Patricia Pihl Mayville. pat.pihl@star-mediagroup.com tions in this year’s inmates have some sort The Resource Center conevent are The Red of mental illness. Some tracted with New Vision Sports Editor Cross, The Chautauinmates’ mental health Services to hire Yvonne Chris Winkler qua Lake Child Care challenges are more serious, Program, CASA, Hospice, chris.winkler@star-mediagroup.com Calcaterra, a master-level Center, Family Services, but everyone’s needs must Chautauqua County Husocial worker, as the foRoger Tory Peterson Inbe addressed on some level. mane Society, the Boys and rensic mental health case Senior Copy Writer stitute, The Lawson Boat Girls Club, VFW Home manager at the jail. She was While working to improve Scott Wise Museum, The Resource for Children, The Salvation quickly able to improve the and expand the jail’s mental scott.wise@star-mediagroup.com Center, the Child Advocacy health program, Ms. Caljail’s mental health procaterra has helped develop gram. Art Director a transition program for “The first thing I do is just Jennifer Pulver inmates who are being jennifer.pulver@star-mediagroup.com to provide a mental health assessment,” explained Ms. released. When jail officials are notified that an inmate Calcaterra, who began her Graphic Designer Patrick Westin job in January 2011. “Every soon will be released, they begin to work with the inpat.westin@star-mediagroup.com day I’ll get a request for someone to be seen regard- mate to prepare him or her to transition back into the ing mental health-related General Questions community. issues, either when they & Subscriptions Johnson explained part of go through the booking admin@maytumcompany.com process, or (for) individuals the transition process. “We who have been incarcerated identify what type of barriers that they’ll have to reenfor a while, the process is ter the community successthat they get a questionnaire that gives me an idea fully, and so then we try to of where they stand as far as overcome those barriers. So Submit Your News! if they have a mental health suicide or mental health.” The Chautauqua Star issue or problem, we want With limited staffing and brings you the latest stories a large jail population, Ms. to make sure that there’s a from across the region.. and continuum of their medicaCalcaterra is unable to ofwe want to hear about the tion,” he said. “It’s very, very fer intensive and ongoing issues that matter to you. stown Gerry Nov. 5 important we identify what counseling to the inmates. The part you play in making John Norman Herby- Jame- Clayton M. Wickham Jr.Shirley E. Larson- Lake“However, we do have crisis type of problems they have. And when they walk out, the news is very important. stown wood Dunkirk intervention,” she said. “If Whether it is breaking news Nov. 9 someone was having a bad they have an action plan Nov. 16 Anna B. Dawley- Casor a featured item, your day, something went wrong, that they have to follow in sadaga Mary G. Crea- Dunkirk Russell Thomas Freemanorder to stay out of trouble contribution can make a they had a bad visit, had a Gladys Mosher- Falconer Gerry and stay out of jail.” difference. Nov. 17 bad court date, the officer Timothy P. AndersonNov. 10 The inmates also get literawould call and say, ‘Hey, Deadlines For Print SubAlice M. Burch- Ellington Jamestown this person’s not doing very cy training through BOCES missions Mary Visker Searle- RanNov. 18 Adult Education at the well.’” Ms. Calcaterra also Nov. 14 dolph Typed press releases and/ Sharon Ann Renfroe- Port- coordinates with Dr. CailGateway Center in Jameor emails are always apDoris M. Mattera- WestWilliam Patrick Shieldsland stown, if needed. The staff lean McMahon, a psychiapreciated. The deadline for Alma field working with the transition trist at Th e Resource CenRobin J. Mentley- Collins press release submission Nov. 15 Nov. 11 program try to make sure ter, who comes to the jail is Mondays, 1 p.m. for the Phillip D. Knapp- Frewsthe inmates have means to once a week for three hours Joseph C. Ricotta- Dunkirk burg week of desired publication Pamela M. Clemens- Freprovide for themselves once to make sure the inmates donia date. Joan A. McFadden- BrocBeverly J. Prince- Fredonia who especially need mental they’re back in the comton Harry L. Sutton- Silver health care are receiving as munity. “What we’re also Todd R. Griswold- SherCreek Dewitt Joseph Chamberlin- man doing is providing training much as they can. Alberta B. Wade- Gowanda Forestville for learning how to find a Marita R. Ekberg- Falconer “At Chautauqua County job and retaining the job,” Margaret Nyweide- Collins Frederick J. Ward- Dunkirk Jail, we have a forwardJohnson said. “And we’re Nov. 19 looking and innovative Harry D. Abbey- Randolph Lucille M. Cobb- Fredonia Raymond J. Krull- Jameprogram with great ﬂexibil- now having employers looking to us for inmates Martin E. Purdy- JameNov. 13 stown ity in handling individual stown Deveda F. Copeland- Gerry issues in a timely and medi- coming out of the jail to be employees, so we’re getting Kenyon C. Butler- Jamecally appropriate fashion,” Morton C. Armstrongthem prepared for actual

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ing about the need to buy gifts, complaining about the fact that some stores start their sales on Thanksgiving rather than the day after. Let’s address the latter. Are we so focused on one day with our families that rescheduling dinner to save a substantial amount of money is practically sin. This paper will reach 2/3 of There’s two items in this our readers on Thanksgiv- that I feel need to be addressed: ing, and the other 1/3 on Black Friday. Spend more time with your family throughout the rest Let the festivities comof the year. This year, our mence. thanksgiving will consist of It’s no secret that the holiour immediate family, so it days bring about a sharp will be a rather small affair. increase in retail sales. If we spent more time with Some studies have shown that retailers get nearly half our families throughout the of their yearly revenue from year, one day wouldn’t seem like such a big deal. It’s a Nov. 1 to Dec. 25. Turkey dinner. Make turkey This year, more than ever and stuffing in July, and call before it seems, I hear it your own family tradinothing but complaintion- then go shopping in ing regarding the holiday November and save $300. shopping season. People complaining about the high It’s far from the end of the world. prices of gifts, complain-

Giving Trees, continued from pg 1

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of your children with Santa Claus. Come and enjoy your afternoon at “Santa’s Workshop.” Continuing on Sunday, Dec. 2 is the Christmas on the Lake Craft Show at Shorewood Country Club, Route 5 in Dunkirk. This craft show is between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. There will be over 20 unique and one-of-a-kind artisans and crafters. After or before browsing, enjoy taking lunch overlooking Lake Erie with a very special menu for the Christmas on the Lake Craft Show. Festivals Fredonia is in partnership with the Village of Fredonia, the Town of Pomfret, area merchants, volunteers, sponsors and organizations. For more information call 716-6724818 or visit www.festivalsfredonia.com.

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Tim Horton’s during this event. The popular, “ Gingerbread Workshop” is presented by Peggy Rose of The Cakery, and is also held at the First Methodist Church basement. The workshop is from 12 to 3 p.m. and is open to all ages. The fee for a small house is $10, a medium house is $15 and large house is $20. The highlight of Miracle on Main Street is Festivals Fredonia’s Santa’s Workshop located at The Grange on 58 West Main Street. Santa’s Workshop will begin at Noon and end at 3 p.m. There will be many different crafts for children. Kay Barlow will be performing holiday music for children. The highlight of this event is a visit with Santa Claus. The Kiwanis Club of Northern Chautauqua is providing free photographs

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alert and prepared. While strolling to the Grange for Santa’s Workshop, stop by the Gazebo for the annual tree lighting. The “annual tree lighting” at the Gazebo in Barker Common will begin at 11:45 a.m. with caroling from Fredonia High School’s Madrigals Choir. At noon, with the help of Rudolph and Frosty, Mayor Claus will do the village the honor of lighting the holiday tree. Festivals Fredonia has created a “Giving Back to Fredonia” donation. Each year a monetary contribution will be made to special organizations serving our village. For 2012, Festivals Fredonia board members will be presenting donations to the WCA Home and the Fredonia-Pomfret Grape Belt Senior Organization. Enjoy refreshments provided by Gina Korn of

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also planned. With five home-based businesses, continue your shopping with the Fredonia’s Gift Gals. Located at 7 East Main Street on the second ﬂoor, you will be able to browse among Mary Kay, Thirty-One Gifts, Tastefully Simple, Party-Lite Candles and Lia Sophia Jewelry. Enjoy refreshments while browsing and enter a free drawing, no purchase is necessary. Committee Member Christine Burdick, states, “One of the missions of Festivals Fredonia is to stimulate outside interests and tourism, thereby contributing to a healthy business environment. This year, we are pleased to present “Shopping the Village Businesses.” The participating businesses are Herbs for Life, 69 West Main St.; Eye Candies,

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The most anticipated holiday festival is coming very soon. Kicking off the season in the village of Fredonia is Festivals Fredonia’s Miracle on Main Street. Michelle Twichell, one of the originators of this festival over 10 years ago said, “We, the committee, count down the days beginning in September. This is our way of giving back to the residents of Fredonia.” The event is slated for Saturday, Dec. 1 and Sunday, Dec. 2, and includes many new features and additional shopping venue, which make for a fun-filled weekend for the entire family. Starting at 9:30 a.m., festival goers may begin the day at the WCA Home, 134 Temple St., for the Christmas ornament sale. There they will find interesting, gently used ornaments for holiday trees. All shopping venues are located downtown with hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also new this year is the holiday craft show, located at 25 Church Street at the First Methodist Church, where shoppers will be able to browse among unique and one of a kind crafts. A silent auction with many gift baskets donated from downtown businesses is

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42 West Main St.; Lake of the Lakes, 29 West Main Street; and Salon Belle Vie and Facial Expressions at 33 Church Street will be having a grand re-opening. Shoppers may stop for lunch at Buster Brown Bean at 33 Church St. Shoppers may then continue their shopping experience at Fresh & Fancy Flowers, 9 Eagle Street and Time Pieces, 23 White St. Shoppers will find something for everyone on their list. Activities For Children In addition, the committee has a full day of activities for families with children. Begin your day by visiting The Telecommunications Society of Fredonia’s Museum at 36 Center Street. From 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., children will be able to send a “telegram” to Santa Claus. While you are at the Museum with your children, enjoy browsing through the five rooms showing the evolution of telecommunications over the past years. Light refreshments will be served. Holiday story telling is located in the library’s Children’s Room at 7 Day Street. Relax while listening to Santa Claus read “The Mouse Before Christmas.” There may be a surprise visit at the library during this time, so be

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RELIGION SECTION

Rev. Michael Lokietek Family Church Fredonia www.thefamilychurches.org

Dear Pastor, The stores are already pushing Christmas and its not even Thanksgiving. Help! The holidays are usually filled with family get-togethers, planning, and shopping, and all the usual hustle and bustle. Many people like to get the jump on the holiday shopping because it makes them feel happy and prepared. The retailers are more than happy to accommodate this because it brings in early revenue and helps to keep stock ﬂowing. However,

Keeping the Faith

there are many people that find this “push” a stressor about “what’s coming” that they can’t be joyful due to focusing on the preparations rather than the reason for the holidays! It’s important to remember the whole focus of the holidays should be that we came come together to be grateful to God and enjoy the blessings of family. The Bible gives us a great example of this in Luke 10:38-42: “Now it happened as they went that He entered a certain village; and

a certain woman named Martha welcomed Him into her house. (39) And she had a sister called Mary, who also sat at Jesus’ feet and heard His word. (40) But Martha was distracted with much serving, and she approached Him and said, “Lord, do You not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Therefore tell her to help me.” (41) And Jesus answered and said to her, “Martha, Martha, you are careful and troubled about many things. (42) “But one thing is needed,

and Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her.” This passage reveals that Martha was stressed and burdened. Jesus lovingly, but firmly, chided Martha that her worry was causing her to miss the most important part which was the presence of Jesus! Martha allowed her focus to be on the wrong thing. This resulted in her bad attitude and kept her from enjoying the fact that Jesus, the Messiah, was a guest in her home!

We can get so overwhelmed by the shopping and preparations for the holidays that we lose sight of the real enjoyment…friends, families, and even God! We can even become annoyed at others who love the season and look to the holiday activities as opportunities for happiness. But don’t do that! Make a decision to celebrate the holidays with joy. Even if you put your tree up on December 24th…don’t rob others of their holiday excitement!

with a thought. They had an argument with their spouse and that opened the door to a terrible thought. The thought came to them, “I am not happy with my spouse. I need something else.” That thought is there as a seed or fiery dart trying to bring adultery into their life. The second step on the way to developing strongholds is the imaginations stage. 2 Corinthians 10:5 says, “Casting down IMAGINATIONS…” The word “imaginations” is referring to scenarios that people think about. Once a thought has begun to take root in a person’s life they

will then begin to imagine a scenario of that action taking place. They start to think about how to make it actually happen. At this point a person is actually considering acting upon that thought that wants to damage their life. This happens all the time with people. They begin to consider leaving a church, cheating on spouse, trying an addictive substance, having a promiscuous relationship, or something else that will hurt their life. Finally, if they act it out it is then a genuine stronghold. Next week: How to take thoughts captive

Weekly Word Stronghold of the mind

Rev. Tim Stahlman Family Church Jamestown www.thenewfamilychurch.com

The Bible says in 2 Corinthians 10:4-5, “For the weapons of our WARFARE are not carnal but mighty through God to the pulling down of STRONGHOLDS; casting down IMAGINATIONS and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God and bringing into captivity every THOUGHT to the obedience of Christ.” These scriptures are speaking of the battle that rages in our mind. That battle consists of thoughts and imaginations that would lead us to develop strongholds in out thinking. Strongholds are simply patterns of thinking that will cause you to act a certain

way in life. The Bible is clear: The battle in our life is first won or lost in the mind. Strongholds, or patterns of thoughts that are acted upon, do not happen overnight. They are developed over time through a progression. If we look closely at 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 we will see the progression of how strongholds are developed. The first step is thoughts. At the onset, thoughts appear to be random. They appear to be fiery darts shooting through our wandering minds. Thoughts are seeds seeking harvest in our lives. Have you ever been sitting

at work or at some menial task and had a terrible thought rip through your head? You sit there thinking to yourself, “If people knew the thought that just went through my brain they would disown me from their life!” We all will admit that we have had terrible thoughts in our head at one time or another. What are those thoughts trying to do? They are trying to create a harvest of that thought in your life. For example, how is it that people cheat on their spouses? Do they just wake up one day and say, “Today is the day I think I will be unfaithful in my marriage.” No, that’s not what happens. It all started

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The monthly luncheon and meeting of the Sinclairville Senior Citizens was held recently in the Sinclairville Firehall dining room. President Elaine Palmer-Titus welcomed all with some humorous stories, and then led the group in a blessing remembering those people standing in need and those who were unable to be there at the luncheon. The meal was a catered turkey dinner with all of the fixings provided by the Sinclairville Superette of Eric Spinler and his staff. A wonderful dinner was enjoyed by all. Many of the members brought a variety of snack foods for all to enjoy. Thanks was extended to Diman Smith for his time in getting many of the dining room items out, and preparing for the dinner. Table decorations were provided by Norvale MartinGane and Sis Morley. President Titus conducted the election of officers for the year 2013. Using the election process of protocol, aisle can be overwhelming because there are so many products. The following questions may help you find the right product for you: Do you have trouble falling asleep? If you are having trouble falling asleep due to occasional sleeplessness but aren’t experiencing pain, try a single-active ingredient sleep-aid product containing either diphenhydramine or doxylamine succinate. For example, Vicks ZzzQuil, containing diphen-

President Titus read nominations, asked for any additions from the ﬂoor, and then conducted the election for each officer. Elected for president was Marge McIntyre, for vice president was Linda Parmenter, for secretary was Bill Wittenbrook, and for treasurer was Claudia Wittenbrook. In his lengthy acceptance speech, Mr. Wittenbrook expressed the importance of everyone to take their turn in helping in an organization. Betty Wielgasz was re-elected to serve as the Sunshine Chairman. Drawings were conducted by Mr. Wittenbrook. Recipients included President Titus, Marge McIntyre, John Sipos, Norvale Martin-Gane, Peggy Hekins, Marian Culver, Tommy Alford, Irene Moll, and Nellie Sharp. November birthdays were recognized and the birthday song was sung to Diman Smith and Jane Penhollow. At the business meeting, President Titus led all in the Lord’s Prayer, and secretary Sipos led all in the pledge of

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allegiance after a brief history lesson on the pledge of allegiance. Secretary Sipos read the minutes of the previous meeting, some thank you notes, and a report of upcoming events. Treasurer Claudia Wittenbrook gave the financial report. Susan Sipos gave a report of the new Cassadaga Library Cookbook which she is currently typing, and will be ready for sale in the spring of 2013. The new cookbook will include a history of the library association, the original 1950 cookbook, the recipes from the cookbook printed 10 years ago, and new recipes. The next meeting of the group will be on the second Tuesday in December promptly at noon. The meal will be a catered scalloped potato and ham dinner by the Sinclairville Superette. Table decorations will be provided by President Titus and vice president Parmenter. John and Susan Sipos will purchase a Christmas gift for all. New members are always welcome. Do you prefer a natural supplement? Dietary supplements such as chamomile, valerian or melatonin are available in the supplement portion of the sleep-aid aisle. However, these supplements have not been evaluated and approved by the FDA. These questions are meant to serve as a guide. Talk to your physician if your sleeplessness persists for more than two weeks.

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Don Walter

Caretaker, Teacher, Husband By Patricia Pihl Managing Editor

Don and Mary Lou Walter had what most would characterize as a charmed life. Married for 60 years, the couple’s relationship was a true love story. Having met in high school in the small town of Garland near Youngsville, PA, they married while in college in the 1950s. After graduation from Ohio’s prestigious Oberlin School of Music, Don would go on to teach high school music in White Plains, NY. A composer, he also started teaching private music lessons and begun a successful music publishing business, an experience he calls “exhilarating.” The couple would raise four children and throughout the years traveled extensively with friends. Along with treasured family photos at his Ashville home is also a collection of framed pictures of the places Don and Mary Lou had visited over the years, including Europe, the Greek Islands, Hawaii, Europe, Bermuda and the Caribbean. As a musician and native to the region, Don would visit Chautauqua Institution over the years, eventually bringing his students on field trips to the center

charge of her medications. Health care worker and family friend Lynn Sample explains, “They (Hospice) took care of everything; it was a big weight off his shoulders.” Lynn said Hospice volunteers would visit Mary Lou to read, speak and sing to her. Describing one moment, Lynn states, “one of the girls sang a John Denver song to Mary Lou, and she laughed and repeated one of the words.” The time also provided a needed respite for Don. Lynn states that the physical presence of Hospice staff and volunteers -who came daily to the Walter home - was also very Don Walter is pictured with family friend Lynn Sample, and his jack russell terrier Sky. important. “The company was refreshing.” Julie Nagle, ones to receive. Working couch.” what Mary Lou was now with a patient’s family and a a Hospice Social Worker, facing. Don explains that It was at this critical point not unlike himself, Mary that Hospice of Chautauqua physician, an individualized would speak with Don, plan of care is then created Lynn says, “about everyLou was also a take-charge County brought its care thing going on and how he type of person. “We tried a team into the Walter home, to meet the specific needs was doing emotionally; I and wishes of the patient nursing home, but it didn’t which not only played a even spoke to her.” and family. last a month.” He relates critical role in all aspects of how she would stand by A film produced this year The professional Hospice Mary Lou’s care, but also the door, calling his name, served as a lifeline to Don. team includes a Medical by SUNY Fredonia students waiting to return home. entitled “Hello Mary Lou,” “When they came I knew I Director, Nurses, Home Health Aides, Social Work- chronicled Mary Lou’s and needed help; it was a slow Eventually unable to feed Don’s journey through the ers, Chaplains, Bereavedrain.” or bathe herself, Don too, last stages of her life. The ment Counselors, and would struggle under the According to Megan film was a recent winner at Volunteers. weight of the responsiD’Angelo, Director of Comthe SUNY-wide film festival bilities he now faced. “I was munity Relations at HosWhile providing for Mary and will be going on to half-way dead,” Don states, pice, during intake, family Lou’s basic care, she also national competition. Don I didn’t sleep - she was dif- members and caregivers received physical therapy, explains, “In the film, I said ficult at night. I would sleep are asked about the services art and music therapy and with one eye open on the they would like their loved a nurse was also placed in Continued on pg 12

for the arts. They would stay at what was then Don’s “camp,” a picturesque location in the woods with two A-frames and nearby Ball creek threading through his property. The site would eventually be the location of the couple’s dream retirement home, as they sought to reside closer to their families. It was at this juncture in their life that the full extent of their love and Don’s dedication to Mary Lou would be fully realized. Remembering the smallest details of the milestones in their lives, Don speaks with equal clarity about the day she got in her car to travel to Erie, PA. “Shortly after, I got a phone call that she was lost, she was ten miles away in Sherman. I got her, but that was the end of her driving.” Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, Don would do everything to provide the best care for Mary Lou, her needs steadily increasing as the disease progressed. It was Mary Lou who for years cared for Don’s mother, who had also suffered from Alzheimer’s. “I knew what Alzheimer’s was, I know that 99 percent of her care was in my wife’s hands.” He states he was “determined” to deal with

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HEALTH SECTION Brooks Memorial Hospital Expands Tobacco-Free Zone on Dunkirk Hospital Campus existing policies,” explained Brooks’ Chief Operating Officer Jarrod G. Johnson, A new state law prohibiting MBA, FACHE. the use of tobacco products Brooks Memorial Hospital’s within 100 feet of schools enhanced policy states that will further decrease the smoking options for people tobacco products, including smoking products, chew tonear Brooks Memorial bacco and electronic smokHospital in Dunkirk. The ing devices are not allowed new law was passed on on hospital property. The September 5 by Govertobacco-free policy applies nor Andrew Cuomo and prohibits the use of tobacco to all employees, patients and visitors, including famwithin 100 feet of schools, including public roads and ily members and friends visiting the hospital. In sidewalks. In the case of Brooks Memorial Hospital, addition, while under hospital care, patients are not this prohibits any tobacco use on the Eagle Street bor- allowed to leave the hospital to use tobacco products. der of the hospital, as the Rather, a patient’s physician Dunkirk Middle School is located directly behind the can arrange for nicotine replacement products such medical campus. Hospital as patches or prescription officials are also announcmedicine to help individuing enhancements to its tobacco-free campus policy. als manage through withdrawal periods, as needed. The announcement coincides with Thursday’s 37th Theresa Schrantz, LPN, Great American SmokeBrooks Memorial Hosout, a national drive that pital Employee Health encourages smokers to use Supervisor and Certified the date to make a plan to Tobacco Cessation Educaquit tobacco. The policy tor, stressed the importance prohibits all tobacco use of local policies to support in the Brooks facility, on state and national efforts. grounds including parking “The tobacco-free campus lots, within 50 feet of any policy at Brooks helps us entrance, and in hospitalreinforce our commitowned vehicles. “As a ment to provide a safe and health care facility and healthy environment for partner in tobacco cessation our patients, visitors and education, we’re pleased staff,” she said. Additional to be able to have this new services offered such as level of enforcement for our Contributed Article Brooks Memorial Hospital

Pictured with new signage posting Brooks Memorial Hospital as a Tobacco-Free Zone are (from left) Frank Schneider, Brooks Safety Officer; Laurie Adams, Tri County Tobacco-Free Program Director; Kelly Biddlecom, Brooks Patient Access Site Supervisor; Theresa Schrantz, LPN, Brooks Employee Health Supervisor/Certified Tobacco Cessation Educator; Desiree Coon, Brooks Patient Experience Coordinator; and Edwin Rodriguez, LERHSNY Marketing Specialist/Community Relations. (Photo courtesy of LERHSNY)

smoking cessation programs and the hospital’s participation in the Baby & Me Program are also tools to help providers and clients meet their tobaccofree goals. According to officials, Brooks Memorial Hospital joins thousands of health care facilities across the state and nation that have established tobaccofree policies. In addition to the enhanced hospital policy, new signage has been installed on hospital grounds, wallet cards will be available for staff who want to hand them out to remind others of the policy, and letters will be available to patients upon admission and to physician offices. For its efforts to enhance tobacco-free campus initiatives, Brooks Memorial Hospital is getting kudos from local partners in smoke-free campaigns. “We applaud the efforts of Brooks Memorial Hospital , management, and staff in enhancing their tobaccofree policy and protecting the health for those in our community from the dan-

gers of secondhand smoke,” explained Laurie Adams, Tri County Tobacco-Free Program Director. “The Great American Smokeout is an annual event for smokers to make a quit attempt. Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in our country, yet more than 20 percent of adults still smoke.” For more information about quitting smoking contact Mrs. Schrantz at 363-7293 or the New York State Smokers’ Quitline at 866-697-8487. For more information about creating tobacco free outdoor areas, contact the Tri County Tobacco Free Programs at 716-665-2310. The Great American Smokeout is an initiative of the American Cancer Society. To find more resources and learn about cancer, its risk factors, prevention and treatment, go to www. cancer.org. Brooks Memorial Hospital is an affiliate of Lake Erie Regional Health System of New York.

Lung Cancer Second Leading Cause of Death cancer can be cured the easiest. In addition, lung cancer gets little governIn 2009 lung cancer trailed ment spending; in 2011 it behind heart disease as the received $214 million for second leading cause of federal research compared deaths in the United States. to $424 million for prostate Compared to other types cancer, $334 million for of cancers, lung cancer has colon cancer and $1,128 for the lowest survival rate after breast cancer. five years. The reason for Each November, Lung Canthis rests in the fact lung cer Awareness Month hopes cancer rarely gets discovered at an early stage when to raise public knowledge about this disease, so more By Mallory Diefenbach Star Contributing Writer

people will be able to be treated and more lives can be saved. According to the Lung Cancer Alliance, non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) makes up 80 to 85 percent of all cases of lung cancer. NSCLC is based on the size of the size of the initial tumor and if and where the tumor has spread, separating into four different stages.

Those who typically contract lung cancer are current and former smokers. In statistics from 2011 provided by the Lung Cancer Alliance, 60 percent of former smokers and 20.9 of current smokers develop lung cancer compared to the 17.9 percent who never smoked before. For those who have been told by their doctor they have lung cancer, it can

be a good idea to obtain a second opinion for either affirming what your first doctor has said or seeing if there are different tracks to take to fight it which have not have been thought previously. There are many different treatment options which can be used to help fight lung cancer such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiation to name a few. For those who have more

questions or concerns about lung cancer, the Lung Cancer Alliance has an information line Monday thru Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1-800-298-2436. Their website also has lots of great information on lung cancer and great links on services provided for those have contracted it among other things at www.donate.lungcanceralliance.org

chance for YWCA staff, board members and trustees to meet and greet our members and the general public.” Light refreshments will be served; there is no charge and while reservations are requested, they are not required – people are welcome to drop in. YWCA Information The YWCA Westfield is a member of the National YWCA – a women’s advocacy organization with

affiliates worldwide. The mission of the YWCA centers on ‘empowering women, eliminating racism and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Locally the YWCA Westfield is a United Way partner and a member of the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce. The mailing address for the YWCA is 58 S. Portage St., Westfield, NY 14787 and the phone number is 716.326.2011.

WOMEN’S SECTION YWCA Westfield News shopping – consider a gift for the YWCA. Our list includes: sheets and towels Holiday Closings for the upstairs bedrooms, YWCA Administrative Of- tablecloths for the assembly fices and programs will be room tables, new lamps closed Thursday and Friday, for the living room and a Nov. 22 and 23 to observe variety of other home furthe Thanksgiving Holinishings. The office could days. The fitness center will use pens, paper, printer remain open and accessible ink, staples, paperclips and to members via their PIN other office supplies. Give code. us a call or stop in for a visit – we’d be happy to share the Holiday Shopping details and specifics with When you do your holiday you. By Katie Smith Contributing Writers

Office Hours Office Hours for the YWCA are traditionally 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays with evening coverage on Tuesday. Because the YWCA has a small staff there maybe occasions when they are off site. If you have urgent business or are making a special trip to the YWCA, we suggest you call ahead to make sure someone is here to receive you. Holiday Open House

Area residents, YWCA members and the general public are invited to the Annual YWCA Holiday Open House. On Thursday, Dec. 13 from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m., staff, board members and trustees will be on hand to share the holiday spirit. “The building is beautifully decorated and we are looking forward to visitors,” said Cassidy Cooney, board member. “This has become a tradition at the YWCA. It’s a

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Phoenix Palace States at 11. Being born and raised in Hong Kong, it was a change- but a welcome one. “We moved to New York City, and I started hanging around my uncle’s kitchen,” said Edison. “I hung around their all the time, and I was very interested in cooking. My uncle began showing me how he did what he did, and within a year I knew it all. I was a fast learner.” His mom soon opened a Chinese buffet, the Oriental Star in Brooklyn Square. With that, his desire to combine local business and his love of Chinese cooking, Phoenix Palace was born. “People kept telling me that I needed to open my own business,” said Edison. “All my friend, customers, neighbors- they encouraged me. I thought, ‘I’m going to do it. I’m going to try. I have to try.’” While most of the items on the menu at Phoenix Palace are traditional Chinese favorites, Edison maintains a degree of excellence with his food. And as they say- the proof of the pudding is Crab Lo Mein, just one of many traditional Cantonese dishes served at Phoenix Palace. in the eating. In Phoenix Palace in scenic downtown Lakewood. Senior Copy Writer Nearly anytime work calls Anyone who knows me me to the South County knows that I have a deep area, I mandate a visit to appreciation for Asian cuisine. Some of my earliest Phoenix Palace. Their style and ﬂavor, and quality of memories consist of going food, surpasses any Chito the Chinese restaurant in downtown Fredonia and nese restaurant I’ve visited, trying to figure out the dif- and matches the quality of some national chains. Busiference between Lo Mein ness owners Edison and and Chow Mein. Now, I’m usually the one who, when Melissa Yeung also makes the trip worth it- a man of we’re figuring out what stories and integrity, trying to do for lunch, suggests ordering out from the local to make a small business thrive. Chinese restaurant. “I love to cook,” said EdiWith all that said, I was son. “I love the look on my thrilled at the opportucustomer’s faces when they nity to write a Flavor of say, ‘That’s great!’” the Week about a Chautauqua County Chinese Edison has been in the restaurant that is a thriving entrepreneurial spirit since and unique local business- he moved to the United By Scott Wise

my not-so-humble opinion, the food from Phoenix Palace surpasses the quality of any other Chinese restaurant I’ve been to. “I only use the best ingredients,” said Edison. “The best meat, the best vegetables. I may have to charge a little more, but the quality is what makes the difference.” Edison, being a local businessman, prefers to support other businesses as much as possible. Much of his produce and meat comes from local places like Brigiotta’s, Wegmans and Sam’s Club. There are some more traditional items that have to be ordered from New York City, but even on those he spares no expense to bring his personal skillset to the Lakewood Phoenix Palace, located at 112 Chatuauqua Ave. in Lakwood, kitchen. offers quality dining at great prices with excellent service. “I use mostly original recipes, but change it 8 p.m. on Sundays. They offor the American tongue, up with my own skills,” said but I try to keep them as fer eat-in, take out and local Edison. “I change things delivery for Cantonese style traditional as possible.” for my customer’s tongues. Phoenix Palace is open Chinese food. Pay them I try to bring all the Chia visit at 112 Chautauqua from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on nese classics out- that most Tuesdays and Thursdays, Ave., Lakewood or check restaurants have changed. I 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday them out online. have to change some things and Saturday and 3 p.m. to

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more than eight years. Supplies and equipment will be provided, but participants are asked to bring a pair of sharp scissors and six (6) supermarket plastic shopping bags if they have them. While not necessary, some crochet experience is helpful, especially to be able to finish the project during the workshop. Cost of the workshop is $14; $10 for Friends of the Nature Center. With the class limited to 24 participants, reservations are required by Sunday, December 2. Call (716) 569-2345, email info@ Photo caption: On Saturday afternoon, Dec. 8, at the Audubon Center and Sanctuary you can learn how to make jamestownaudubon.org, or follow the links from the projects like this purse from “plarn,” plastic yarn made from recycled shopping bags. Instructor Erin Griffith will Program Listing on-line at share how a research project in a Jamestown Community www.jamestownaudubon. College art course led to this hobby that promotes org. environmental activism. (Photo by Jennifer Schlick) Audubon education probe on display. Participants grams are made possible Contributed Article will receive a handout giv- in part through funding Audubon Center and Sanctuary ing sources of other patfrom the Johnson FoundaWhen Erin Griffith did a terns to try on their own. tion, the Carnahan Jackson research project for an art In research for her Visual Foundation, the Hultquist course at Jamestown ComSurvey course at JCC, GrifFoundation, and the Jessie munity College, she had no idea that it would lead to a fith learned about the Insti- Smith Darrah Fund. tute for Figuring’s Crochet Located at 1600 Riverside hobby and craft venture. Coral Reef project, an effort Road, one-quarter mile From 1-3:30 p.m. on Satto bring attention through east of Route 62 between urday, Dec. 8, Griffith will crochet to the perils facing Jamestown and Warren, the lead a workshop in “Crothis delicate ecosystem chet Activism” at the Audu- because of plastic. As part Audubon Center and Sancbon Center and Sanctuary. of her research project, Erin tuary has over five miles of beautifully maintained After a brief presentation created her own crocheted trails on a 600-acre wetland on the history of crocheting coral reef model. She then preserve. Its three-story and crochet activism, she directed her crocheting building contains a nature will teach participants how skills to the more practical: store and a collection of live to make “plarn” (plastic turning plastic bags into fish, reptiles, and amphibyarn) from used grocery baskets, purses, tote bags, ians. One of the most bags. Participants will then and sturdy shopping bags visited exhibits is Liberty, a crochet the plarn into a and selling them throughnon-releasable bald eagle. small basket to take home. out the region at craft To learn more about shows. These same techniques the Center and its many can be used to make many Now pursuing a degree in programs, call (716) 569kinds of practical crocheted anthropology at JCC, Grif- 2345 or visit http://jameitems, several of which will fith has been crocheting for stownaudubon.org/.

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Local Performer Brings Christmas to England Contributed Article Lewis Kocher

Chautauqua County performer Michael Crowtower brings Christmas to England for the second year this season, when he performs his “Christmas From Chant And Legend” pipe organ concert series at five different medieval-era churches in Suffolk. “I have a deep interest in ancient history and British history and culture,” said Crowtower, “and my compositions for this concert series are based on or inspired by ancient Christmas chant, legends, and longforgotten carols.” During the summer season, Crowtower plays for the Sunday morning services at Hurlbut Memorial Church on the grounds of the Chautauqua Institution. He also plays one piano concert each summer at Chautauqua; this summer he introduced his “Ancient Voices” new-age/neoclassical piano series to an enthusiastic crowd of over 600 people at the Hall of

“The wonderful people of St. Matthew’s surprised me last year, by asking me to not only play a concert, but to play for their midnight service as well,” Crowtower said, adding, “And now they have invited me back to do the same again this year. It’s a dream come true. I got the whole idea for the concert a few years ago when I was sitting at a midnight Christmas service in an ancient cathedral in Provence. The beauty and the depth of the event captured my heart, and I thought, the only thing that could make it even more perfect for me, is if I could play in such places at Christmas.” Now he is doing so, and more. “I have been overwhelmed with requests to make a performing at various 15thsummertime concert series, century churches in the picturesque English villages so it looks like I will be of Great Bealings, Dalling- heading back overseas in the summer as well, with hoo, Whitton, and Monks Eleigh. And for the second the pipe organ version of ‘Ancient Voices’.” year in a row, he will be playing a Christmas Eve You can learn more about concert and the Christmas Michael Crowtower on his Eve service for St. Matwebsite: www.crowtower. thew’s church in the city of com Ipswich, Suffolk. Philosophy on the grounds of the institution. This Christmas he will be

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Christmas Classics Get Big Band Treatment in SUNY Fredonia Concert Contributed Article SUNY Fredonia

After more than six years of planning, research and preparation, Rockefeller Arts Center at SUNY Fredonia is looking to give audience members a night to remember when it presents “Big Band Christmas Spectacular” on Thursday, Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m. in King Concert Hall. “Big Band Christmas Spectacular” showcases 10 of SUNY Fredonia’s talented student singers and dancers backed up by The Little Apple Big Band, under the direction of Bruce Johnstone, director of jazz studies at SUNY Fredonia. The concert features instrumental numbers, vocal solos, group numbers and dance routines. “I’ve had the idea of doing a big band Christmas concert for some time now,” said Rockefeller Arts Center Director Jefferson Westwood, the producer of the Christmas concert. About six-and-a-half years ago, Mr. Westwood began acquiring the charts (or printed music) for this show. “The charts have come from all over the place,” he said. “Some are from the regular online retailers of jazz ensemble charts, but also from some more of the out-of-the-way publishers. This included Lush Life Music of London, England, who specializes in notefor-note transcriptions of popular big band hits of the past.” The songs include “It’s Beginning to Look A lot Like Christmas,” a jazz version of “The Nutcracker Suite,” “White Christmas,” “I’ve Got Love to Keep Me Warm,” “Home for the

Holidays,” “Santa Baby,” “Do You Hear What I Hear?” and many more with arrangements by and in the style of Count Basie, Gene Krupa, Glenn Miller, Les Brown, John La Barbera and Tom Kubis. “I have developed a relationship with the arrangers at Lush Life Music over the years and I have been a frequent customer of theirs for our commencement-eve productions,” Mr. Westwood said. “Two or three years ago, I suggested that they do Les Brown’s extended (almost eight minutes long) swing arrangement of Tchaikovsky’s ‘Nutcracker Suite.’ They took me up on the suggestion and I think I was one of the first people to buy it.” Mr. Westwood explained he found much of the music for the concert by purchasing big band CDs. “When there is a tune I really like, I scour the internet

for the composer/arranger,” he said. “This is how we came to acquire our chart for ‘Deck the Halls,’ which Nashville arranger Chris McDonald had done for a holiday CD but never published.” While many of the arrangements came through outside publishers, Mr. Westwood said the concert will feature others that were done especially for this production by Mike McGough, who recently earned master’s degree in music from SUNY Fredonia. “Big Band Christmas Spectacular” is a DFT Communications Pops Series event sponsored by Bahgat & Laurito-Bahgat, Certified Public Accountants as part of the 2012-13 Lake Shore Savings Season. Tickets are available through the SUNY Fredonia Ticket Office in the Williams Center (673-3501 or fredonia.edu/tickets).

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Northeast Presents “Sugar Plum Weekend” Dec. 1s 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Dec. 2, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Craft Fair Bake Sale Tour “New” 1947 Passenger Car (Just Arrived) Railcars & Locomotives Open

Make North East, PA your premier shopping destination this holiday season during the community’s annual Sugar Plum Weekend, December 1-2. Explore the many unique shops, restaurants and wineries that make this historic community so special while taking advantage of dozens of weekend promotions and discounts. Sugar Plum Weekend is more than just an opportunity to shop. The event embodies the holiday spirit, and captures the essence of the season. Free horse drawn carriage rides will jingle through downtown streets from 12-5p.m., Christmas lights will twinkle, and the sounds of caroling will fill the air. Visit with local artisans, crafters and exhibitors along the Sugar Plum Trail at Common Ground Youth Center, the North East Arts Council, the Lake Shore Railway Museum and Parkside Senior Living Center for one-of-a-kind gift ideas. The North East Chamber of Commerce will be distributing a free holiday coupon bag and a special Sugar Plum Stamp Card to every shopper. Visit local retailers to receive six stamps on the card and drop the completed entry at the Chamber of Commerce. A drawing will be held each day from all completed cards for a $100 North East gift certificate. Along with serving as a warm-up site for the weekend with food and music, Common Ground will host the PA Grape Queen and her Court, face painting, and a dozen unique exhibitors. On Sugar Plum Sunday, Santa will be making a stop at Common Ground to visit with children between 2 and 4 p.m., and North East High School’s a capella group Vineyard Vocalists will entertain. The Lake Shore Railway Museum will be adding to the Sugar Plum Weekend festivities with their annual “Christmas at the Station” on November 24, 25 and December 1-2. Shop for holiday crafts and gifts by local artisans, step aboard vintage locomotives, take a ride on the speeder car and the caboose, and enjoy lunch in the dining car. Be sure to stop at The North East Historical Society along the Sugar Plum Trail for “An Old Fashioned Christmas.” Create ornaments for the Christmas tree and help decorate the museum for Christmas while enjoying traditional holiday beverages and Grandma’s cookies. Afterwards, don’t miss the children’s holiday craft and the Arts and Crafts Bazaar upstairs at the North East Arts Council. For more details on holiday events, visit the North East Chamber of Commerce website at www.nechamber.org or call the Chamber at 814-725-4262

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Downtown Jamestown Winter Market

Renaissance Center 2-6 p.m. Every Thursday until January www.discoverjamestown.com

Survivors of Suicide Support Group

Every third Thursday 6:30 p.m. Gateway Center, 31 Water St., Jamestown 716-661-9044

Friday, Nov. 23 Don’t Make It, Buy It 10 a.m-4:30 p.m. Audubon Nature Center 716-569-2345

“The Saloonatics”

The Lakeview, Mayville 10 p.m.- 2 a.m.

“Old Sneakers”

Miley’s Old Inn, Jamestown 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

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Steeners Pub, Bemus Point 9 p.m.-12 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27

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Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

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Senior Day Programs Have Much to Oﬀer who live in community. Chautauqua Adult Day Care Centers The four sites that serve all of Chautauqua County Seniors can remain inare located in Jamestown, dependent and in their Dunkirk, and Westfield. homes. Seniors can make The Senior Day Programs new friends and benprovide socialization and efit from socialization and offer many opportunities recreation. Caregivers can for clients to participate in get a break from caring for activities during the day a loved one. Caregivers can in a caring friendly atmocontinue to work while the sphere with supportive staff older adult they care for is and companionship. One in an affordable day proof the agency programs is gram that provides activity specifically for older adults and an array of services. with Alzheimer’s disease. All of these are possible because of Senior Day pro- In addition to providing its grams like those offered by service during the week, the Chautauqua Adult Day the agency has a Saturday program located at the Taft Care Centers, Inc. Center in Jamestown. The Chautauqua Adult Day Saturday program is a speCare Centers Inc., a not for cial weekend program that profit United Way agency, provides additional comoffers affordable Senior munity recreation opportuDay Programs for adults nities and activities. sixty years of age and older Contributed Article

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Senior Day Programs enable seniors to have quality of life through socialization and activity programming. The sites provide breakfast, snack and a hot noon meal for participants. There is also a community recreation program that helps persons participate in outings in the community and the sites offer pet therapy, ceramics, music programs, arts and crafts and much more on an ongoing basis. Funding is available and if that helps assist families financially with the cost of the program. For more information in Jamestown call 664-9759, in Dunkirk, 366-8786 and in Westfield 326-6842. For information on its Alzheimer’s Program, call 664-9759 or visit www. seniordayprograms.com

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Now at The GreenFields fect setting, for people who Contributed Article A man fishes next to Cottages at the Pond at Tanglewood. GreenFields Continuing Care Com- require assistance with their medical equipment or who munity lookout for more than just come see the facility. Often, Ingersoll also says that if a caregiver is not prepared she says, they will remark, memory loss. “When they Applications are now being need help getting in or out of a bed or chair. to place their loved one in “its not what I thought (it can’t find the words they accepted for GreenField a residential facility, they need to say, or feel uncom- would be) at all.” With only 12 rooms per Terrace, the new memory can still take advantage of fortable and are withdraw- Many times children will care and enhanced assisted house, more individualTanglewood’s “Comfort To- living component of The ing in the home, it’s not ized attention will be come home at Thanksgivtime to close the door. It provided in a comfortable, ing or Christmas and notice day,” facility which stresses GreenFields Continuing is the time to get them out less-structured environCare Community in Lanthat Mom and Dad are not activities for strength and socialization. “We work around people and peers ment. Nursing staff will be caster, New York. doing quite as well as last to maintain their abilities – to help build self esteem time they visited. “Adult Officially opening in Janu- available 24-hours each day, and make them feel whole.” children may leave them in where they stand.” ary, GreenField Terrace will and Care Partners will provide just the right amount Th e interaction with others their home and think they Ingersoll understands the consist of four separate are safe, but are they safe?” is especially important. pressures caregivers are houses surrounding an en- of assistance for each resident. “Th ey never loose their placed under who have closed courtyard. In three “There is amazing improveneed for emotional touch, care responsibilities 24/7. In each household, people of the houses, residents ment when people are or love and they need to get with a primary diagnosis “So while they are thinking getting their medications will be able to decide what that in order to live with the of dementia will receive they are doing the best they on time and prescribed time they want to get up, disease.” can for their loved one, they and when they are getting individualized attention 24 when they want to eat, often become physically ill.” the nutrition they need and what activities they hours a day. In the fourth For more information Oftentimes, she says, they house, people whose needs want to do each day – just on Tanglewood Group, and when their hygiene is come in a “crisis.” like at home. In addition, interested persons may visit fall between traditional better.” everyone in the household assisted living and skilled www.tanglewoodmanor. Part of the process she says, “They think that they can will work together to make nursing will receive the is to “just brush off the guilt take care of themselves, but com or call 716-483-2876. decisions, like what the enhanced assisted living long enough to call and they don’t necessarily.” weekly menu should be or care they need. It is a per-

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In Celebration of Native American Heritage Month

September 28, 1915, which declared that Star Contributing Writer the second Saturday What started nearly of May as American two decades ago as Indian Day. That procan ambitious effort lamation served as the to secure a special first formal appeal for day of recognition recognition of Indians for the significant as American citizens. contributions the first The year before that Americans made to proclamation was isthe establishment and sued, Red Fox James, a growth of our counBlackfoot Indian, rode try is now an entire horseback from state month of celebrato state in an ambitions, ceremonies and tious effort to gain special events desigapproval for a day to nated for that purpose. honor Indians. After Locally, the Seneca his lengthy journey, he Nation of Indians has compiled an impresembraced the recognitype of American Indian sive list of signatures and tion and used it to educate Heritage Day as an official took that to Washington, and share with their own national legal holiday. D.C. on December 14, people as well as non-Na1915, where he presented One of the fi rst proponents tive Americans about their the endorsements of 24 of an American Indian Day rich heritage and fascinatstate governments at the was Dr. Arthur C. Parker. A ing culture. White House. Despite all of Seneca Indian who served It was in 1990 when then his efforts, for some reason as the director of the MuUnited States President there is no official record of seum of Arts and Science George H. W. Bush apin Rochester, he was able to such a national day actually proved a joint resolution persuade the Boy Scouts of being proclaimed. designating November America to set aside a day The Seneca Nation of Indias “National American for people who were acans has proudly celebrated Indian Heritage Month.” curately identified as “First the vibrancy of their rich Since then, similar procAmericans.” For three years heritage in recent ceremolamations approved under they adopted such a day to various different names and pay tribute and honor these nies and special cultural events held earlier this designations have been isbrave men and women for sued every year since 1994. their dedication and perse- month that recognized Native American Heritage According to the Bureau verance. Month. These gatherings of Indian Affairs for the were festive in nature and Th e annual Congress of the United States Department were infused with dancing, American Indian Associaof the Interior, the very tion held a meeting in 1915 the playing of live music, first American Indian Day singing, arts and crafts in Kansas where they forrecognized in our country demonstrations and the mally approved a plan conwas declared on the second serving of traditional foods cerning American Indian Saturday in May 1916 by that honor and celebrate Day. Under the language the governor of New York. that was approved by those Seneca culture. Several states went on to who attended that historical For more information recognize the fourth Frimeeting, the organization’s about upcoming events day of each September as president, Reverend Sherthat will celebrate Native American Indian Day, with man Coolidge, an ArapaAmerican Heritage Month, some states deciding to hoe Indian, called upon the visit their website at www. designate Columbus Day as country to observe such sni.org or call the Seneca Native American Day. The a day. Coolidge eventuNation of Indians at (716) hope of many Native Amer- ally drafted and formally 532-4900. icans is that one day our issued a proclamation on nation will observe some By Daniel Meyer

BVS Adoption began more than 100 years ago and is still Baker Victory Services providing services to birth November is National parents considering adopAdoption Awareness Month, tion and adoptive families. and Baker Victory Services Recent efforts to promote (BVS) Adoption is working adoption as an option for to help ensure our comunplanned pregnancy munity understands the include the launch of an invital role adoption plays in formative website, Facebook, helping young people realize Twitter and YouTube pages their potential and lead full, all aimed at helping birth happy lives—both adopted mothers fully understand the children and young birth loving gift adoption promothers facing an unvides. planned pregnancy. “There are so many families One of Western New York’s who are eager to adopt and oldest adoption agencies, Contributed Article

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provide a loving home,” said Judy O’Mara, Director of BVS Adoption. “BVS provides confidential counseling to birth parents and can facilitate open, semi open and closed adoptions.” While so much information about adoption focuses on newborns, O’Mara stresses that there are many children in the foster care system who are waiting and hoping for a loving family. “These children are the primary focus of National Adoption Awareness Month. By providing a strong, secure and loving home, we can change the future for these children in positive ways and help them lead productive, full and happy lives.” International programs remain popular International adoptions have been prominent for many years and remain a popular choice for families who want to adopt a child. BVS has a well established international adoption program, and is currently partnering with Colombia and Poland to seek parents for children from these countries. “The international adoption process can be complicated and intimidating. We provide parents with a full range of counseling services to assist with regulations, helping parents understand what to expect and support services after the adoption. We’ve placed many children from other countries in loving homes here in Western New York,” said O’Mara. Established in 1995 by then President Bill Clinton, the original goal behind National Adoption Awareness Month was to focus on adoption of children currently in foster care. November has since become a time to raise awareness of ALL adoption-related issues. For additional information on Baker Victory Adoption Services, call 828-9636. For help for women dealing with unplanned pregnancies, call or text the 24-hour confidential hotline at 716-799-3333 or visit bvsadoption.org

Benefit for Pediatric Cancer Patient Dec. 8

Contributed Article Donna Zimpfer

Aili Makuch is a 16-year old pediatric cancer patient and a student at Chautauqua Lake Central School. She is in a brave battle with this difficult disease and needs your help. Aili is currently recovering from a major surgery and preparing for continued chemotherapy and radiation treatments. As you might imagine, this is the most challenging time she and her loving family has ever experienced. A benefit basketball game is scheduled for December 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the Forestville High School gymnasium. New York State’s finest Correction Officer’s from Lakeview Correctional Facility will take on

the First Ward Falcons Club in Dunkirk. There will be snacks to enjoy and plenty lovely gift baskets and gift certificates in our Chinese auction. This fundraising event will help the family to defray uninsured medical costs, assist with transportation and lodging in Buffalo, and other unexpected expenses related to Aili’s treatment. We appreciate any contribution our community can offer. No donation is too small. Together, we can make this event a huge success for Aili. If you are able to assist with Aili Makuch a donation, please contact either of the Neal Gruber at the Deputies from the Chau680-0523 or Donna Zimpfer at tauqua County Sheriff ’s Office. 680-2966 to arrange for pickup After the game, friends will of your donation at a time that enjoy each other’s company at is convenient for you.

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Sharing the Warmth

Walter, continued from pg. 5 Mary Lou, the film is proof that the bonds of love are indeed stronger than any circumstance life may bring. Throughout the film, Don is shown softly kissing Mary’s Lou’s forehead. It was Don’s wish to express his gratitude to the people and services of Hospice, which allowed Mary Lou to

I was just about was at the end of my rope, and was going down. Within days of Hospice coming, I felt renewed.” “I wanted to do something to say thank you.” The film is Don’s testimony to the positive effects Hospice had in his and Mary Lou’s life. A poignant tribute to

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stay in familiar surroundings and who provided needed support to him. On June 2, 2012, Mary Lou died at home in her bedroom. The next day, June 3 was Hospice’s Memorial Service and Butterﬂy Release. “Hello Mary Lou” debuted during the service.

FestivalsFredonia Presents

Miracle On Main Street A Fun, Family Festival wth Shopping the Village LIST OF EVENTS

Saturday, December 1, 2012 9:30am to 2:30pm

WCA Christmas Ornaments Sale

10:00am to 4:00pm

Holiday Craft Show

10:00am to 4:00pm

Shopping with Fredonia’s Gift Gals

10:00am to 4:00pm

Specialty Shops Holiday Open House

10:30am to 12:30pm

The Telecommunications Society of

134 Temple St... Years ago ornaments for your Holiday Tree.

First United Methodist Church—25 Church Street...Browse among many Quality Crafters including a Chinese Auction & More... 7 East Main St.— Second Floor (Follow Signs) The Gals will present the best of home based businesses: Mary Kay, Thirty-One Gifts, Tastefully Simple, Party Lite Jewelr Enjoy refreshment and drawing. Candles and Lia Shophia Jewelry. Herbs for Life...69 West Main St, Eye Candies...42 West Main St. Lady of the Lake...29 West Main St. Salon Belle Vie...33 Church St. Facial Express...33 Church St. Buster Brown Bean...33 Church St. Fresh & Fancy Flowers...9 Eagle St. TimePieces Gifts...23 White St. Visit the shops for your holiday gifts shopping Fredonia’s Musuem...36 Center St. Send a Telegram to Santa Claus, visit with Frosty & Rudolph and Refreshments.

11:00am to Noon D.R. Baker Library Holiday Story Reading

7 Day St.—Stop by to listen to Santa Claus read “ The Mouse Before Christmas”

11:45pm to 12:30pm

Barker Commons Tree Lighting with Caroling

The Gazebo in the Park—Enjoy Caroling by the FHS Madrigals Choir with tree lighting by Santa Claus, FestivalsFredonia “Giving Back to Fredonia” Ceremony and refreshment from Tim Hortons.

Noon to 3:00pm

Santa’s Workshop at the Grange

58 West Main St.– Enjoy an afternoon of crafts, music, & visiting with Santa. Each visit with Santa will receive a free photo contributed by the Kiwanis Club.

Noon to 3:00pm

Gingerbread Decorating Workshop

25 Church St.—First United Methodist Church. Bring your children to decorate a special gingerbread house. Fee required: Small - $10.00, Medium—$15.00 and Large - $20.00. Call for more information 672.4294.

Sunday, December 2, 2012 10:00am to 4:00pm

Shorewood’s Christmas on the Lake

4958 West Lake Road, Dunkirk—Browse among the talented artisans, crafters and locally owned boutiques and their dazzling items. Enjoyed lunch after shopping. Admission is FREE.

Volunteers for Lutheran model the scarves they received as gifts of appreciation at the Annual Volunteer Recognition luncheon.

teer received a knitted scarf as a gift of appreciation. Over one hundred volunteers Journey Gunderson, executive director for the Lucille Ballages three to ninety three Desi Arnaz Center was the were honored at Lutheran guest speaker. She shared for the many ways they bring warmth and compassion to the humorous and interesting residents and staff. “The work facts about the life and times they do is precious and price- of Lucy and Desi, as well as, less,” said Suellen Carlson, Vol- highlights of the four pillars of comedy that are the vision unteer Coordinator. “We can of the Center. “The Lutheran add the hours and compute community seminars this the value in dollars, which is always amazing. But we can’t year have focused on laughter, measure the impact they make creating zest in life and living on the residents and staff – for well,” Carlson said. “We felt it is truly priceless.” The theme it was fitting to have this profor the luncheon was “Sharing gram that promotes comedy, the Warmth” and each volun- because we know that laughter can help keep our volunteers Contributed Article LSS

healthy.” Volunteers help in various ways at Lutheran. Some transport residents to activities and therapy while others serve as friendly visitors. They work two-hour shifts in the gift shop and help with special events. “We always match a volunteer to the area of their interest,” Carlson said. “We are very ﬂexible. Even if they travel or head south for the winter, we can accommodate their schedules.” For more information about volunteering at Lutheran visit the website at www. lutheran-jamestown.org or call Ms. Carlson at 665-8090.

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Toys For Tots Signup Dates Announced In Dunkirk, applications will be accepted from 1:00 TRC to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, NoArea residents can apply for vember 29, in The Resource assistance through the U.S. Center’s facility at 186 Lake Marine Corps Reserve’s Shore Drive West. Toys for Tots drive. In Jamestown, applications Families that are connected will be accepted from 1:00 with a human service to 4:00 Friday, November agency should apply for 30, and from 9:00 to noon assistance through their Saturday, Dec. 1, at 210 service coordinator. For Cherry Street. families that do not have a Children from birth to age service coordinator, TRC will accept walk-in applica- 17 living at home are elitions at the following times gible to receive toys. All applicants must bring identiand locations only: fication for themselves and Contributed Article

their children living in their household, as well as proof of household income. Applicants must meet income criteria. All applications will be verified for eligibility requirements. The Resource Center coordinates the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots drive in Chautauqua County each year, making the holidays brighter for about 2,500 children. For more information, phone Terri Johnson at 664-3141.

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Creative Fundraising

Annual Pottery Show and Sale Benefits University Police Criminal Justice Scholarship Fund just the one scholarship available at that time. Each Marc Levy year the fund strives for a On Wednesday, Dec. 5, $10,000 endowment reward the Annual Pottery Show to present to a deserving and Sale will be held in the criminal justice student. Multipurpose Room of the Ann Burns noted that, Williams Center from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to benefit the “The University Police University Police Criminal Department has almost 100 percent giving from Justice Scholarship Fund. Local potters will be selling their employees to the CJSF. Each person takes their handcrafted mugs, a certain amount out of trays, bowls, and jewelry and also donating a portion their paycheck every two weeks to give to the scholof their proceeds to benarship.” This is considered efit the University Police an important contribution Criminal Justice Scholarand act of dedication by ship Fund (CJSF). UPD employees, especially Potters include SUNY during the tough economic Fredonia faculty and staff times and unstable economembers Dr. Sally Turner, my in the past few years. Counseling Center DirecIn addition to the pottery tor; Dr. Ted Lee, Biology Professor; Dr. David Rudge, sale and personal donations by employees, the UPD also Music Associate Professor hosts a yearly golf tour(College Symphony conductor); Marc Levy, School nament as a fundraising of Music Director of Facil- opportunity to support the ity and Special Events; and CJSF. “We all understand the need to help young Chief Ann Burns, Univerpeople”, explained Burns. sity Police. Other potters who will be selling their All of the potters created works are Michele Ballachi- their works on the pottery no, Carol Samuelson, and wheels at Mudslingers, a Cynthia Fitzgerald. pottery studio in downtown Fredonia owned and operCJSF was started in July 2009 by Lieutenant Clifton ated by Fredonia alumnus Ron Nasca, who is a strong Wheeler. He recognized a supporter and teacher of need for more scholarship opportunities for Criminal the potters. Justice majors other than

will prepare Serbian Reis Fleisch (start time 9:15 BOCES a.m.) and Chef Prosperi On Tuesday, Dec. 4, the will prepare pastry crème/ Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattadiplomat cream with raugus BOCES and the Cu- variations of mint, vanilla, 0 linary Institute of America cinnamon and Frangipane in conjunction with the (start time 10:30 a.m.) The 8 New York State Distance chefs will be working with Learning Consortium will E2CCB Culinary Arts stuhost a Distance Learning dents and will be connectevent specially designed for ing with classes all across high school culinary arts the state. students to learn from and interact with two of the best Fritz Sonnenschmidt chefs in the nation. Fritz Sonnenschmidt is one of 66 Certified Master The theme of the event is Chefs in America, the high“Spicing it Up With the CIA.” During two back-to- est certification bestowed back hour-long sessions fol- by the American Culinary lowing a brief introduction Federation (ACF). In 2002, Chef Sonnenschmidt from CIA representatives, retired as Culinary Dean famed chefs Fritz Sonof the Culinary Institute nenschmidt and Paul Jean of America after 34 years Prosperi will demonstrate at the prestigious college the proper ways to use spices and herbs to compli- and is one of the longest� serving members of the ment a dish. CIA faculty. As a member Chef Sonnenschmidt Contributed Article

Chautauqua Regional Youth Symphony

The Chautauqua Regional Youth Symphony (CRYS) recently received a grant from Pizza Hut’s Raising Dough for Kids Foundation toward its trip next spring to hear the Pittsburgh Symphony. “We are planning a wonderful experience for our young musicians,” said CRYS board president Tanya Anderson, “and we are so grateful to Pizza Hut for this help in covering our costs.” After the holidays, rehearsals will begin for all three CRYS orchestras: Prelude Strings for beginning string musicians, Young Artists Orchestra (YAO) for intermediate musicians, and the Youth Symphony for highly talented and motivated musicians ages 13 through college. Next March, CRYS students will travel to hear the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra accompany a screening of The Wizard of Oz in Pittsburgh’s stunning

Heinz Hall. Prior to the performance, the students will have a meet-and-greet with the musicians. Plans are for a pizza party after the concert at the popular Buca di Beppo restaurant. The string players of the Youth Symphony will be at the Chautauqua Mall on Saturday evening, Dec. 7, at 7 p.m. The next evening they will present their full concert, including some holiday favorites, at SS. Peter and Paul Church in downtown Jamestown, also at 7 p.m. There is no charge for either of these performances. CRYS students pay tuition, but no one is turned away for inability to pay. For more information about CRYS and its programs for young musicians, call (716) 664-2465, ext. 202, or visit the website at www.CRYouthSymphony.com. Organizations that would like to have an ensemble from CRYS perform for them can call (716) 664-2465, ext. 202, or email CRYSymphony@mac.com.

“Spicing It Up with the CIA” of the U.S. Culinary Olympic Team, he won gold medals at the International Culinary Competition in Frankfurt, Germany in 1976, 1984, and 1988. He was named the American Culinary Federation’s 1994 National Chef of the Year and is a member of the Hall of Fame of the American Academy of Chefs. Chef Sonnenschmidt has also co�authored several culinary books including “The Professional Chefs Art of Garde Manger” and “Dining with Sherlock Holmes.” Chef Paul Jean Prosperi Beginning with an apprenticeship at Aux Delices in Paris, Paul Jean Prosperi’s career spans more than five decades. Chef Prosperi has worked at hotels and restaurants in France, England, and New York City, specializing in the areas of

Graduating SUNY Fredonia Students Share Artwork In ‘Senior Show’

variety of mediums, ranging from claymation SUNY Fredonia to painting. Each artist Five graduating stuhas a different message dents from the Departthey are trying to convey ment of Visual Arts at with their work, but New Media at SUNY most of all they want Fredonia will have their people to enjoy the work creations displayed in and have fun. the Cathy and Jesse “I would love people Marion Art Gallery in to just let themselves Rockefeller Arts Center Mayumi Tanoue works a computer be taken away for a few when the first “Senior animation that will be part of “The minutes and enjoy the Show” of the season End,” the first “Senior Show” wackiness of my work,” opens Nov. 30. exhibition of the season at SUNY Lauko said. Entitled “The End,” the Fredonia’s Cathy and Jesse Marion Gallery. It opens with a reception The works won’t be show opens with a recep- Art on Friday, Nov. 30. limited to just still pieces. tion on Friday, Nov. 30 There will also be mulfrom 7 to 9 p.m. It will Millhouse, Mayumi Tanoue timedia presentations, infeature the work William and Alyssa Velk. cluding Tanoue’s computer Lauko, Justin Leavitt, James The five artists work in a animation “Namazu - The Catfish” and Lauko’s film “Bramble.” “The End” will run from Nov. 30 to Dec. 6. The gallery hours are 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday. Both the reception and the exhibition are free and open to the public. Contributed Article

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pastry�making and baking. He served as pastry assistant at la Fauchon Patisserie, located inside la Place de la Madeleine in Paris, and then in the same capacity with Fortnum & Mason in London. From 1963 to 1982, he served as executive

pastry chef and pastry shop manager at the luxurious Essex House Hotel in New York City and then went onto teach the pastry and baking arts at the Culinary Institute of America. Chef Prosperi has won numerous international awards and is

a member of, among others, the Societe Culinaire Philanthropique, one of the oldest chefs associations in the U.S. The chefs will share recipes for publication and will be available for interviews.

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Shop Locally This Season The holiday shopping season is about to begin full force, with a wide variety of merchants available right here in Chautauqua County to meet your needs. Retailers come in all sizes here: from large department stores to small, specialty shops and boutiques. That allows consumers to find all types of merchandise, from large electronic goods to artisan and handcrafted items, without ever leaving our beautiful county. In fact, by staying right here, you can be a part of both the Black Friday frenzy at some of our larger retailers, and still support Small Business Saturday by purchasing goods from the multitude of small shops that are found in our cities and villages. When we support local businesses, we are truly supporting our local economy. Your shopping dollars go back into the pockets of entrepreneurial store owners and their employees, who then, in turn, support other local restaurants and service providers. This holiday season, we are urging everyone to shop locally to boost our own Chautauqua County economy. While there is a national movement to buy American made products, our Shoptauqua initiative takes it one step further. Helping to drive foot traffic into local businesses is one of the five focal points of the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce. In order to support this effort, the Chamber offers Shop Chautauqua County Gift Checks, which can be used just like cash at more than 80 restaurants, retailers, and service providers right here in our county. Gift Checks are available only through the Chamber, in denominations of $10, $15, and $25. These Gift Checks

make the perfect gift for family, friends, neighbors, employees, or others on your list. The Chamber also helps to drive foot traffic into local businesses by providing an online business directory to help consumers find what they are looking for, providing member-to-member discounts to support Chamber members, and offering marketing opportunities to members to encourage support of local companies. Consumers have many choices to make in today’s economy. One of the easiest decisions is to keep your holiday spending local. For more information about Chamber Gift Checks, call our offices at 716-366-6200 or 716-484-1101. Shoptauqua this holiday season to support local businesses! Chamber Annual Meeting December 7 The 2012 Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting will be held on Friday, Dec. 7 at Shorewood Country Club in Dunkirk, with local attorney Mary Hajdu as our guest speaker. Ms. Hajdu will discuss Opportunities in the Marcellus/Utica Shale. In addition, the Chamber will present its first ever Pam Lydic Coalition Builders Award in memory of our first Executive Director, and will also announce the top three winners in our summer-long Facebook Photo Contest. The Chamber Annual Meeting is being sponsored by the OBSERVER, The Post-Journal, and WJTN/ WWSE/WKSN/WHUG/ WQFX. The lunch meeting will begin at 12:15 p.m. and the cost is $18 for Chamber members and $21 for nonmembers, with registration open online and via phone. Invitations were mailed and include a proxy vote form for Chamber members who

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are not able to attend. Chamber Holiday Mixer Set Celebrate the holiday season with the Chamber of Commerce annual Holiday Networking Mixer! This event brings together Chamber members from around the county for an opportunity to network while enjoying this festive season. This year’s Holiday Mixer will be held at the Clarion, 30 Lake Shore Drive East, Dunkirk. The Holiday Mixer is sponsored by DFT Communications, Lake Erie Regional Health System of New York, OBSERVER, and The PostJournal. It will be held Thursday, Dec. 20 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., with complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. The cost is just $8.00 per person for preregistered guests or $10.00 at the door. To register, you can call the Chamber at 366-6200 or 484-1101, or register online at www.chautauquachamber.org. Social Media Classes Offered The Chamber of Commerce and JCC’s Office of Continuing Education has additional social media classes coming up. This series is designed to assist any local small business throughout Chautauqua County in creating, building and maintaining their social an Internet presence. Two classes coming up in December will be offered jointly at both the Jamestown and Dunkirk campuses in order to allow the greatest number of participants. On Tuesday, Dec. 4, the class will be Using Google Tools to Support Your Business, which will run from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Google Tools is free software and available wherever you are to help you create and share

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Main Street Salon Opens in Westfield

Main Street Salon, as part of the Chamber’s ShoptauWestﬁeld Chamber of Commerce Foundation Connects Hospitalized Children Through Skype qua week celebration, will The Westfield Community be offering a Black Friday Chamber of Commerce is amazing success,” said Les ing home games during Contributed Article special. If you purchase a December. Throughout this Friedman CEO & President pleased to announce the service or gift certificate LSSB of the Mikey’s Way Founda- Grand Opening celebration for $50 you will receive $75 time our employees, along Lake Shore Savings Bank is with the help of our cusof one our newest memtion. The entirety of these in value. So as you make proud to announce a part- tomers, raised $10,236. The funds will go to help apbers, Main Street Salon and your Black Friday plans nership with the Mikey’s Board of Directors of Lake proximately 50 kids at local Co., located at 75 East Main include the Main Street Way Foundation. The goal Shore, MHC, the majority Street in Westfield. The hospitals. Salon and Co, whether you of the Mikey’s Way Founda- stockholder of Lake Shore Grand Opening will take enjoy the Salon that day, in tion is to be able to connect Bancorp., Inc., matched the “I am truly grateful for the place on Saturday, Nov. 24 the future, or purchase the comprehensive fundraisevery hospitalized child at 1:00 p.m. Please stop in dollar amount raised by the ing support for Mikey’s perfect gift. with their friends, family, and see Laura and the staff Lake Shore Savings Bank Way, which involved our The Westfield Commuand school, enabling them fundraising effort. On and enjoy a beverage and employees, customers, and sweet treat. nity Chamber, in conjuncto cope with the separation November 3, 2012 a check the communities we serve. during long-term treatment presentation was made to This encompassing support for cancer and other life the Mikey’s Way Foundahas helped the Mikey’s Way threatening illnesses. The tion for the amount of Foundation achieve the Foundation ensures this $20,472. original goal Mikey Friedconnection through the use of the Internet (Skype), and “We at Mikey’s Way Foun- man set out to do, and I sincerely thank everyone dation are thrilled to have its ability to supply every that was involved,” said the opportunity to partner child with a laptop comDaniel P Reininga, Presiwith Lake Shore Savputer, netbook or similar dent & CEO of Lake Shore ings Bank. Th eir care and electronic device. In creatSavings Bank. concern for the commuing this connection it is in nity came shining through turn presenting the child For more information on when they offered to help with a form of diversion. Mikey’s Way and to find out This diversion helps create our charity tackle some of how you can get involved the problems associated the Mind-Body Connecplease visit their website at tion, and a way for them to with pediatric cancer. All www.mikeysway.org. 125 employees pitched in escape, Mikey’s Way. The to make their fundraiser an Foundation hosts several Mikey’s Day events at local hospitals throughout the year to pass out laptops, netbooks and other similar electronic devices. Lake Shore Savings Bank dedicated October as “Mikey’s Way Month.” During this time each branch location throughout Chautauqua and Erie Counties sold raﬄe tickets for a pair of Buffalo Bills tickets to two upcomContributed Article

tion with the Chautauqua County Chamber, encourages everyone to buy local at every opportunity. The Shoptauqua week celebration reinforces this and reminds us that Saturday, Nov. 24 has been designated Small Business Saturday across the nation. Small business is the backbone of our economy and every dollar spent in your community helps create a positive environment for you to live, work and play.

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Baby food can get a sick pet eating Q: When our cat got sick, our veterinarian recommended giving her human baby food to coax her to eat until she felt better. Is that a balanced diet for a cat? — via Facebook A: Pureed meat in those tiny jars meant for human babies is commonly recommended to help sick cats keep eating. The diet’s not meant to be a long-term solution, but rather is an important strategy for keeping a sick cat from getting sicker. As I’m sure your veterinarian told you, it’s important to make sure you’re not choosing a variety of baby food with onion powder in it, because of the risk the substance poses to your already ill cat. Read the label! Warming up your cat’s food will increase its appeal. Microwave it for 30 seconds or so, and then stir to eliminate any hot spots. You want the food to be a tick above your body temperature — warm, but not hot. If your pet won’t eat off a clean plate, try offering a little on the tip of your finger. Before you start, very gently clean any mucus accumulation from your cat’s nose with a warm, damp washcloth to help him to better smell what you’re offering. Offer a little bit at a time, several times a day, instead of expecting a sick pet to eat a whole meal. If you’re having no luck getting your cat to eat, call your veterinarian. There are medications that can stimulate appetite, and your veterinarian may want to prescribe one. One final note: It’s important when you’re nursing a sick pet that you understand your veterinarian’s instructions and get all your questions answered. Don’t be afraid to call for more information if questions come up after you leave your veterinarian’s office. Any good veterinarian would prefer that you completely understand what’s required of you, rather than have you guess wrong when it comes to home nursing care with your pet’s life is on the line. — Dr. Marty Becker Do you have a pet question? Send it to petconnection@gmail.com or visit Facebook.com/DrMartyBecker.

About Pet Connection Pet Connection is produced by a team of pet care experts headed by “Good Morning America” and “The Dr. Oz Show” veterinarian Dr. Marty Becker and award-winning journalist Gina Spadafori. The two are affiliated with Vetstreet.com and are also the authors of many best-selling pet care books. Dr. Becker can also be found at Facebook.com/DrMar tyBecker or on Twitter @DrMartyBecker.

HIDDEN ILLNESS

Fast reaction to early symptoms is a life-or-death matter for pet birds By Dr. Marty Becker and Gina Spadafori Universal Uclick

sick bird too often means a dead bird. That’s because by the time their illness is noticed, birds are usually very ill indeed, and sometimes too far gone to be helped even by the best veterinarian. Birds hide their illness, and that makes sense for wild birds. If you look sick in the wild, you’ll attract the attention of a predator and will soon be someone’s lunch. If you’re lucky, you’ll get better without your illness ever being spotted. That’s a good strategy for survival in the wild, but it doesn’t work as well for pet birds. That’s why some Parrots and other pet birds are good at hiding illnesses, which birds who seem fine one day are found dead the next. makes preventive care and prompt reaction to symptoms of illThey were likely ill for a ness critical to their survival. long time, but had managed to hide the symptoms. stopped, burns, poisoning, difficulty breathing, colThe best way to catch an illness before your bird lapse, blood in droppings, or straining to defecate gets too sick to be helped is to have your pet see a or pass an egg. In these situations, you can’t get veterinarian regularly. Your bird will be better off help fast enough. If it’s after hours and your reguwith a board-certified avian specialist, if there’s lar avian veterinarian cannot be reached, you’ll one available in your area, or with a veterinarian need to visit an emergency clinic. Not all of these who is comfortable treating birds and who keeps treat birds, so take time now to explore your opup with the latest available health information on tions so you’ll know where to go in an emergency. these pets. D Urgent situations. Problems that should be An avian veterinarian will go over your bird care- seen by a veterinarian within a few hours of your fully, and will ask you questions meant to reveal noticing them include eye injuries, or a lack of any problems in your bird’s health or behavior interest in eating, especially if your bird also seems and in how you care for your pet. The veterinarian “puffed up.” may suggest a couple of basic diagnostic tests. The Sudden swellings also demand relatively fast idea is to correct any current problems and change care, as do broken bones and diarrhea. Direct conanything that could become a risk in the long term, tact with dog or cat saliva, regardless of whether or such as an improper diet. not the skin was broken, is also an urgent matter — If you suspect your bird is sick, call your veteriyour bird will likely need to be started on antibiotnarian. Remember that a bird who appears ill may ics right away. be in mortal danger, even if he seemed fine just the D See your veterinarian. Everything else falls day before. Never try to treat your bird yourself. into the not-so-urgent category, but even then, You may be misreading the symptoms and making don’t get complacent. If there’s a problem, your pet matters worse. should see his veterinarian the next day. And if It’s sometimes difficult to judge what needs imme- any of the more urgent symptoms pop up, get help diate attention and what can wait until tomorrow. sooner. Here are some guidelines in determining how best No matter what, bear in mind that a “wait and to respond to your bird’s illness: see” attitude is not appropriate for a sick bird. D Life-threatening emergencies. These need to When in doubt, you should at the very least call be dealt with immediately by a veterinarian. They your veterinarian. Your bird’s life may well depend include bites or deep cuts, bleeding that can’t be on your prompt attention.

Donations make a great gift The gift for the petlover who has everything is a donation that will help other animals.

Looking for the perfect gift for the pet lovers in your life? Consider donating to animal-related charities. Even modest organizations, such as small local shelters and rescue groups, usually have gift membership programs in place. For your contribution, your gift should come with a year’s subscription to the group’s newsletter and sometimes discounts on local goods and services. Local groups often run on very small budgets, and your donations will really help. Animal-health foundations are also a good bet. Your nearest school or college of veterinary medicine will have a fund set up to accept donations, either for scholarships or ongoing research into animal health. The Morris Animal Foundation (www.morrisanimalfoundation.org), AKC Canine Health Foundation (www.akcchf.org) and Winn Feline Foundation (www.winnfelinehealth. org) also accept donations to support research into animal health. National advocacy groups have a wide range of programs and agendas, and you should investigate a group’s goals and funding prior to making a donation in another’s name. For every person who thinks the animal-rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (www.peta.org) is courageous, there are at least that many who are extremely opposed to it. Likewise with a group such as Heifer International (www.heifer.org), which works to provide food animals to third-world countries. A heroic effort to some, but probably not the best donation in the name of the leatheravoiding vegan in your life. Some animal-related charities are notorious for paying high salaries to executives while delivering relatively little funding to the programs they’re supposed to be supporting. Several websites are good for investigating charities, among them Guidestar (www.guidestar.org) and CharityNavigator (www.charitynavigator.org). — Dr. Marty Becker and Gina Spadafori

Resource Center, continued from pg. 2 employment.” Ms. Calcaterra said that the transition program helps inmates “make as many connections on the outside before they leave – if they need a mental health appointment, do they need career counseling, do they need help finding a job.” The jail’s staff continuously tries to improve the program, and recidivism rates have been fairly low in the program’s first few months. “Our last count was somewhere around 80 (inmates) that were transitioned out,

and five that came back,” said Ms. Calcaterra, adding that this success rate is extremely high when compared to national recidivism rates. Johnson is looking for ways to expand the program to include more of the community. “One thing we’ve identified is we need mentors – when they get out, there’s someone to turn to and talk to instead of their old contacts, which will lead them back into jail. So we’re going to start working on developing mentors

in the community so they develop some type of trust and relationship, so that when the inmate does get out of jail, they have someone who is kind of in a leadership/mentorship role that will help them through some of the tough times.” Ms. Calcaterra works hard to maintain both programs and help make improvements so that the inmates have a chance to do well outside jail. “Yvonne has just been spearheading this transition, being in charge of it, and since she’s been

there, it’s just taken off and really gained momentum, gained public support,” Johnson said. Despite understaffing and insufficient funding, as well as other challenges, Ms. Calcaterra said this is exactly what she wanted to be doing with her career. She is hopeful for the future of both programs, stating, “We’re working more and more to increase the programming that we have and the successes that we have.” Johnson is thankful for the work Ms. Calcaterra

has done, as well as for the collaboration with The Resource Center. “The Resource Center has become a really good partner with the jail and the sheriff ’s office. We’re really fortunate to have them with us, and if it wasn’t for our partnership that we have with them, we’d be in trouble as far as treating the mentally ill in our jail and doing any transition work, so it’s a great relationship.” Michelle Williams, TRC’s director of mental health services, said the collabora-

tion has been beneficial to the community. “We are very pleased to work with Chautauqua County Jail,” she said. “We have successfully addressed mental health issues among a population that was clearly at a disadvantage as to the mental health care they receive. The work that we’re doing in the jail is consistent with TRC’s mission of improving the lives of persons with disabilities.”

Chautauqua County Humane Society Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week This week we are featuring “Mister” and “Zena”. Mister is a 5 year old gray kitty that is everything you would want in a lap cat. He is very sweet and gentle and loves crawling up in an empty lap for some love. He would be a great addition to any home. Zena is a 2 year old brindle hound mix. She loves to go for walks or hikes and lives for her squeaky toys. She is a great girl that needs a home where she can get plenty of exercise and where they can be patient with her until she learns the “rules”. Please stop in at the Strunk Road Adoption Center to meet either of these great pets just waiting for a 2nd chance at a good life.

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Drake, Campion Lead Jamestown Into 2012-13 By Chris Winkler Star Sports Editor

Rewind the tape back to about one year ago today. The Jamestown Red Raiders were coming off back-toback sectional championships but were about embark on the 2011-12 season with really only three players returning with limited experience. They had lost a solid core group of seniors and were shocked in the summer time when reigning Western New York Player of the Year Jaysean Paige bolted to a new school in Kentucky. But, there they were in March, again. They were 18-2 and six minutes away from claiming a third straight championship before the wheels completely fell off against Niagara Falls. At that point, it Senior point guard Tommy Campion (No. 1) and head coach Ben Drake have the Red Raiders poised to reach a fourth surely was a disappointment, straight Class AA Championship. Jamestown opens the year Dec. 8 against Williamsville South at the Cataract Classic in but from where they started, you Niagara Falls. (Photo by Chris Winkler). couldn’t help but marvel at how far and starters. But that’s what being senior point guard, Campion might mistake; Campion is Jamestown’s that team had come. a good program is about. So that best shooter. just be the quickest guard in ECIC Now, back in the present. Jameyear-in and year-out you can be and showed it oft en by getting out “Th e key for him is to be more a stown — like every single high in transition for layups or fi nding vocal leader,” Drake said. “Last year competitive and that — to me — is school in this country — lost some where it starts.” teammates for the same. Any Jamehe was certainly our best player minutes to graduation last year stown success this year begins and and leader on the court, but he was But with respect to Walker and but have a returning core as strong ends with him. Cecchini, along with the rest of playing with seniors and wasn’t as as any that they’ve seen in recent the departing class, Jamestown’s vocal as he needs to be this year.” “The great thing about Tommy is years. Head coach Ben Drake just cupboard is stocked to say the least. he’s such a great leader, especially calls that tradition. The most important of those Junior forward Quinn Lee Yaw by example, ” Drake said. “He’s not seniors that have moved on were “The goal every year is to compete (6-5) started every game for Jameonly our best player, but also our starters Kareem Walker and Adam for a sectional championship,” said stown last year and should be more hardest worker. And I think it’s a Cecchini. Walker was a lockdown Drake, entering his 15th year as the of a force in 2012. It took a while good thing for our young guys to defender that used his athleticism headman at Jamestown. “This year for Lee Yaw to come into his own, see how hard he works, particularly well in transition. Cecchini was at won’t be any different. Our first but the sheer athleticism from the in the off season. ” times Jamestown’s only other congoal is to win our league again and big man is clear as day. sistent halfcourt offensive option Campion is no stranger to being a that’s something we’ve been able to besides Campion. Both, in addition Also back is a pair of sophomores leader on the court. He hit plenty do for the last two years.” to Campion were the key returning — yes sophomores — in Zack of big shots for Jamestown includLeading that charge is reining Comembers from the 2011 champion- Panebianco and Branden Kellam ing a runner against Williamsville Division Player of the Year Tommy who logged major minutes as freshship team. North to beat the Spartans near Campion, who led the team in scormen. Panebianco, a 5-8 guard that the buzzer. He did miss a jumper “That’s just high school basketball ing last season and was the de facto against Niagara Falls, trailing for you,” Drake said. “Every team, go-to player right away. A 5-foot-10 52-51, at the buzzer, but make no Continued on pg 2 just about, loses valuable players

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Class D: Defending Champ Panama Moves To Division 3 By Chris Winkler Star Sports Editor

It was a little bit of an end of an era for the Panama Panthers boys basketball team last year. Behind seniors Nick Lenart, the school’s alltime leading scorer, Zach Lubi, Tyler Marsh and Dylan Stow, Panama won its first sectional title since 1971, a span of 41 years. They’ve all moved on, but now so has Panama — to Division 3. “It gives us a chance to be more gametested,” head coach Ed Nelson said. “It gets guys focused on each game, whereas there’s times where you could slip into a lull [in Division 4].” So, while you might not expect Panama to run through league play at 13-1 like they did last year, you can expect them to be more prepared for Class D’s playoffs, which remain the same as last year. Of course, they’ll have to do it with largely a new roster. One that has to replace four starters, including Lenart, who did a little bit of everything en route to being named the league’s Player of the Year. “He’s just irreplaceable,” Nelson said. “But the thing about that group is each guy accepted their role. Tyler said Moore. His veteran savvy will be Marsh didn’t score a whole lot, but Contributed Article brought a lot of energy and grabbed Fredonia State Sports Information counted on. rebounds. Those goals set their goals Case made 13 starts a year ago, aside for the good of the team.” and with a year of Moore's system FREDONIA, N.Y. — After the steady under his belt after transferring from Continued on pg 9 presence of six seniors last season, Niagara County Community Colthe Fredonia State men's basketball lege, is expected to provide a bigger team will undergo a transition this role. “Devin is in better shape and year welcoming 14 new faces to the has gotten stronger. He will provide squad. Seniors Dalton Kashmer and defense and rebounding, and defend Amir Billups — the lone returning the post.” starters — will be counted on to lead the new-look Devils this season. Big To help fill the gaps from graduation, man Devin Case, a 6-foot-6 forward, a quartet of junior college transfers is the other Devil back from last year's was added: Ray Parris (Alfred State), roster. Add in Joe Monahan, who is Zach Edwards (Schenectady), TyGraduate student Dalton Kashmer (Pine Valley) and the Blue Devils are 0-2 as Contributed Article back after a one-year absence, and the the season tipped off last week. (Fredonia State Sports Information Photo) rone Clark (Tomkins Cortland) and Jamestown Jammers Devils have a solid foundation. Elliot Rogers (Hostos). “Dalton will pick up some of the Billups is expected to be one of slack [from losing Julius]. He's ready Clark, an All Region player at TC3, the main perimeter threats. He led “We will look to be more of a to step up and has shown aggressive- is expected to make an immediate the team in that department with perimeter scoring team this year,” JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — The Jameness driving to the hoop.” 52 three-pointers last year, ranksaid head coach Kevin Moore. The stown Jammers are pleased to animpact. He is a power forward with ing sixth in the conference. His 40 Devils' top two scoring leaders from nounce that they will be hosting the great athleticism and is dangerous Another three-point threat will be percent accuracy rate was fourth in last year were big men Julius Bryant Pittsburgh Pirates Winter Caravan. Monahan. Monahan chipped in 12.1 great in the open court. Clark had (14.2 ppg) and Damien Goodwin III the SUNYAC. 44 three-pointers and dished out 80 The event will be held at Jamestown ppg as a sophomore and connected (9.4 ppg). The team finished 13-12 Community College’s Student Union assists at TC3 last year, to go along for 28 three-pointers. “Joe has a Kashmer, a 6-3 guard, added 19 overall and 8-10 and in sixth place in threes of his own. He will also be on Dec. 13 with the Pirates holding with 4.7 rebounds per game. renewed appreciation for his opthe SUNYAC a year ago. a player meet and greet, autograph counted on to score from the inside. portunity after missing last season,” Continued on pg 4 session and speaker program from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Caravan is scheduled to include Pirates manager Clint Hurdle, major leaguers; former Jammer Gaby Sanchez, Josh Harricountry. His strategy of going out fast 24:26.8. Ahead by 16 seconds after if I could hold on," Hess explained Contributed Article son, the Pirate Parrott mascot, broadFredonia State Sports Information 5K, Nelson finished eight seconds paid off last Saturday when he led in a text message. "I got excited caster Tim Neverett and members of ahead of Allegheny's Bobby Over. early, was second after 2,000 meters, and went out a little too hard. The the Pirates front oﬃce staff. course was also a lot tougher than I and hung on for 12th in the NCAA "My strategy was to stay relaxed for Continued on pg 3 TERRE HAUTE, Ind. — Sophomore Atlantic Regional in Rochester. expected. There were a lot of turns the first 2K and not slow down on Zakk Hess briefly led the NCAA Diand gradual uphills." the winding turns," Nelson said. "I As a result, he earned an NCAA vision III Men's Cross Country chamtold myself before the race that if all-regional award and an invitation "I led for a while," Hess wrote in pionship race Saturday morning. I didn't win, I'd be okay with it as to the national meet. Now that he's another text, "and realized that no The fast start and layout of the long as I gave everything I had. o be been there, he wants to go back. one was coming so I was probably 8,000-meter LaVern Gibson course going too fast. Once we got down the "I'm pleased with it (his race Satur- able to do that and win the race, it's eventually took a toll on him. His fi- hill to the 1K mark everyone started very satisfying." day) overall," he wrote. "It was an nal time of 26:15.9 placed him 184th catching up and going." By John Wawrow North Central won the men's team amazing experience and my goal in a field of 280 finishers. Race-time Associated Press title for the 15th time in 30 years is to come back next year stronger Hess was among the top high school weather conditions were sunny and with 167 points. Calvin was second and smarter." milers in New York as a senior at 46 degrees. with 188. There were 32 full teams North Rose-Wolcott High School, yet The winner Saturday was Tim ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Buf"The plan was to go out hard like I from the eight NCAA regions. this is only his second year of cross falo Bills defensive end Chris Kelsay Nelson of the Wisconsin-Stout in did at regionals last week and see is set to return after missing two games with a partially torn ligament in his neck. And running back Fred Jackson could soon be ready for action, too. Brad High School Zed Williams Keselowski The Bills' bulging list of injured playBasketball Signs NLI... is suddenly growing shorter, and Claims Cup... ers Preview... just in time for a team attempting to mount a late-season playoff push. See B-2,

New Faces Bring New Hope For Fredonia Hoops

Jamestown Jammers Partner With Pittsburgh Pirates For December Event

Hess Reﬂects Upon 2012 NCAA Experience

Bills Getting Healthy In Time For Late-Season Push

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AA High School Basketball Preview Jamestown-Niagara Falls Rematch Looms

By Chris Winkler Star Sports Editor

On supposedly a down year, Jamestown led Niagara Falls in the Class AA Championship 42-31 with a little more than six minutes remaining in the game. Jamestown was well on their way to a third straight sectional championMatt Stafford (top) and the Detroit Lions will continue the Thanks- ship, further buoying the giving Day tradition as they take on the Houston Texans at 12:30 once-dominant Wolverines on CBS. (AP Photo) program. But, one more story was added to the solid rivalry Thursday, Nov. 22 as of late, as Niagara Falls 12:30 p.m., CBS — Houston Texans at Detroit Lions stormed back to win when 4:15 p.m., FOX — Washington Redskins at Dallas Cowboys Tommy Campion’s buzzer7 p.m., NBCS — CBB: Battle 4 Atlantic beater didn’t fall. 7:30 p.m., ESPN — Texas Christian at No. 16 Texas Now, with the two teams 8:20 p.m., NBC — New England Patriots at New York Jets combining for eight of the last 9 p.m., ESPN2 — CBB: Clemson at No. 17 Gonzaga nine AA championships, this year figures to be the pinnacle Friday, November 23 of the recent rivalry. 11 a.m., ESPN — Syracuse at Temple 12 p.m., ABC — No. 14 Nebraska at Iowa 2:30 p.m., CBS — No. 7 LSU at Arkansas 3:30 p.m., FOX — No. 25 Washington at Washington State 10 p.m., ESPN — Arizona State at No. 24 Arizona

Saturday, November 24

10 a.m., ESPN — College GameDay 12 p.m., ABC — No. 19 Michigan at Ohio State 3 p.m., P12N — No. 5 Oregon at No. 15 Oregon State 3:30 p.m., ABC — No. 4 Florida at No. 10 Florida State 3:30 p.m., ESPN — No. 21 Oklahoma State at No. 13 Oklahoma 3:30 p.m., CBS — Auburn at No. 2 Alabama 7 p.m., ESPN — No. 12 South Carolina at No. 11 Clemson 7 p.m., ESPN — Missouri at No. 9 Texas A&M 6:30 p.m., FOX — No. 8 Stanford at No. 17 UCLA 8 p.m., ABC — No. 1 Notre Dame at USC

Sunday, November 25

10 a.m., ESPN — NFL Countdown 1 p.m., CBS — Buffalo Bills at Indianapolis Colts 1 p.m., FOX — Minnesota Vikings at Chicago Bears 1 p.m., SNY — CBB: Colgate at No. 6 Syracuse 4 p.m., FOX — San Francisco 49ers at New Orleans Saints 4 p.m., ABC — Buffalo Bills Postgame Show

Monday, November 26

8 p.m., TNT — New York Knicks at Brooklyn Nets 8:30 p.m., ESPN — Carolina Panthers at Philadelphia Eagles

Tuesday, November 27

7:30 p.m., ESPN — No. 16 N.C. State at No. 4 Michigan 9:30 p.m., ESPN — No. 9 North Carolina at No. 1 Indiana

Wednesday, November 28

Favorites: Jamestown (ECIC 1), Niagara Falls (NFL).

Yes, it should come down to these two again. Jamestown returns three starters and a sixth man in sophomore Braden Kellam. Niagara Falls returns four headlined by Jermaine Crumpton (committed to Canisius) and J.J. Wilkes. Both teams are deep and athletic and they won’t see each other until the playoffs.

Second-Tier: Williamsville North (ECIC 1), Frontier (ECIC 1), Kenmore West (NFL).

Williamsville North has been a thorn in Jamestown’s side before and behind junior Sterling Taplin, North can’t be counted out. They lost a variety of players to graduation but senior David Berkun is a big X-factor for them. Frontier lost a solid class of Matt Taylor, Remington Hall and Alex Warren, but have eight players back from last year’s roster. Most important might be Kevin Marcinkows-

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ki, a senior who can shoot, and Tyger German, an athletic wing player that brought some versatility to Gary Domzalski’s team. Ken West was 16-3 last year (and 13-1 in league play) but lost eight seniors, but do return first-team all league senior Quinton Campbell. The Blue Devils also lost to Will North in a quarterfinal game at home that prevented them from reaching Buff State.

Darkhorses: Lancaster (ECIC 1), Lockport (NFL) Lancaster hasn’t been too much of a factor lately, but have two capable scorers in Sean Murray and Danny Emma coming back. Lockport, meanwhile, lost a lot of size, but will be a quicker, more athletic team with a solid group of underclassmen coming up. We saw this from their football team also, which drastically improved in 2012.

First Teamers:

ECIC: Campion (Jamestown), Quinn Lee Yaw (Jamestown), Taplin (Will North), Murray (Lancaster), German (Frontier). NFL: Wilkes (Niagara Falls), Crumpton (Niagara Falls),

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1. Jamestown 2. Williamsville North 3. Frontier 4. Orchard Park 5. Lancaster 6. Clarence 7. West Seneca West Player of the Year: Tommy Campion (Jamestown) and Sterling Taplin (Will North). Outlook: Campion and Taplin shared the award last year and are truly neck-and-neck to do it again this year. My vote would go to Campion considering he’s the leader of the Red Raiders, who were without question the top team in the league last year. Taplin, a junior, are the prime suspects to dethrone Jamestown, who has won it two years in a row. Frontier was the only team to beat Jamestown, but lost a healthy group of seniors. Lancaster is the darkhorse behind senior Sean Murray.

Ramir Burton (Niagara Falls), Campbell (Ken West), Jack Mulcahey (NiagaraCCAA 1 Wheatfield). 1. Olean

2. Southwestern 3. Fredonia Overall, this is a much stron- 4. Dunkirk ger class than it was last year. 5. Allegany-Limestone Jamestown and Niagara Falls 6. Falconer were largely stocked with 7. Gowanda underclassmen last year and Player of the Year: Sam senior-laden groups of Will Eckstrom (Olean). North, Frontier and Kenmore Outlook: The Huskies were truly West still couldn’t knock them unbeatable against WNY last off. To me, there’s only more year (21-0 against Section VI/ separation between the top MMA) and return just about two because they’re just going everyone. Eckstrom, Wil Bathurst and Max Portlow were all-league to be that good this year. selections as sophomores. Nick Will North is certainly the next team in and behind Tap- Schmidt (Mark’s son), Luke Hennessy and Pat Scholla were lin, I’d have to think they’re Honorable Mention selections going to win a championship and also return. They’re aiming at some point over the next for a state title after falling in the two years, I just don’t think it’s semifinal last year. Southwestern here yet. and Fredonia each have leading scorers coming back and But the depth of this league should be better, particularly Dunkirk’s always proven to be in the ECIC division because tough. Might be deepest league in WNY. Lancaster is on the upswing

Outlook:

and Orchard Park and Clarence should probably be just as good as last year. In the end, I like Jamestown and Niagara Falls for the title. You’re guess would be as good as mine.

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1. Silver Creek 2. Portville 3. Randolph 4. Salamanca 5. Frewsburg 6. Cassadaga Valley 7. Catt/Little Valley Player of the Year: Zed Williams (Silver Creek). Outlook: Williams won it last One big difference from last year, too, and should lead the Black Knights to another year is Jamestown’s boost division title. He has Steve in competition in their Marcey and Kaine Kettle to rely non-league schedule. With on too, who were both secondSweet Home dropping back team all league selections. Zach to ECIC 2, Jamestown only Blask and Portville look like has 12 league games. That opened up some more room the main divisional concern. and they took advantage of it. Frewsburg (Gage Bird) and Cassadaga Valley (Dustin They open in the Cataract Schauman) each lost their top Classic at Niagara Falls scorer and might be rebuilding.

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can do a bit of everything, played like a senior last year. He was as cool and collected late in games and earned more playing time as the year went on before blossoming into a starter once league play started. Standings as of Nov. 18 1. Legion Machines Purple Tier. Dylan Stuck is first “They were both really nice in the Red Tier. Jerry Rizzo is 2. Ronnie's Crazy 8'S surprises last year,” Drake first in the Yellow Tier. John 3. 8-Ball Assassins said. “At the beginning of the Jemiolo is first in the Blue Tier. year, they were both on the 4. Jamestown St. Marauders 5. Jamestown Tavern For more information contact team, but neither played a 5. Da Wicked Skibbies David Covert Division Rep at ton. As the season went on, those two kept getting better 698-2291. Top Gun and better.” Shawn Maloney is first in the Kellam, a 6-3 forward, showed unlimited potential late in the year at the playoff games held at Buffalo State College. Coupled with Lee Yaw, Drake has arguably the most athletic frontcourt in Western New York. “I hope it becomes one,” Drake said referring to his frontcourt strength. “It’s something we’re harping on in practice, but so much goes into it. From our guards getAccidents • Social Security Disability ting them the ball to executing the plays that we run. Workers’ Compensation “But absolutely, those two guys need to score for us to become a well-rounded team,” he continued. “And 81 Forest Avenue, Jamestown, New York 14701 that will also open up our perimeter game for Tommy and Zack.” So yes, while Jamestown has Representing Injured People and Their Families it’s proverbial “Big 4,” the rest of the team is a question 9:30 p.m., ESPN — No. 3 Ohio State at No. 5 Duke 10:30 p.m., TNT — Minnesota Timberwolves at Los Angeles Clippers

Last year, it was Jamestown against Niagara Falls in the AA Championship and Tommy Campion (left) against J.J. Wilkes (right) as the key matchup. A year later, the two teams (and players) are on a collision course for it to happen again. (Photo by Chris Winkler)

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mark, which is to be expected. The Red Raiders do have a deep group of reserves that return for this year, but not many of them logged bigtime minutes. Still, that along with a solid junior varsity team coming up, Jamestown probably won’t have any depth issues. “We’ve had very competitive practices so far,” Drake said. “Guys up from jayvee are really fighting hard for minutes.” One guy Drake mentioned, though, is 6-4 junior forward Jacob McBride, who is just another underclass athletic big man. McBride didn’t catch a whole lot of playing time last year, but will certainly be in the mix to spell Lee Yaw and Kellam. “He was our eighth man last year probably, but didn’t get to play a whole lot,” Drake said. “He’s really had a good couple of weeks and is another threat for us. After that, only time will tell with scrimmages and more practices.” Senior Tristan Holland (5-10) and junior Branden Johnson (5-11) figure to be in the mix in the backcourt. In addition to losing Walker, Jamestown also lost threepoint specialist Kevin Diaz and will certainly look to fill that void to help keep the floor spaced.

where they’ll take on Williamsville South on Dec. 8. Three days later, they’ll play in the MMA/ECIC Challenge held at St. Mary’s (Lancaster). There, they’ll take on perennially power St. Joe’s. They’ll also welcome fellow MMA-school Timon into town for the Jamestown TipOff Tournament 10 days later and head to Rochester for the Irondequoit Tournament two days after Christmas. That tourney includes the host team that Jamestown beat in the Far West Regionals in 2011, and Edison Tech, a power inner-city school in Rochester. “We’ll be tested early,” Drake. “And hopefully that makes us stronger as the year goes on. That’s something I’ve always believed in is not to be afraid to play the best competition. We want to win them all, but I’d rather schedule some tough opponents and lose rather than not, and win by 20 every time.”

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1. Maple Grove 2. Westfield 3. Chautauqua Lake 4. Panama 5. Pine Valley 6. Forestville 7. Franklinville Player of the Year: John Coe (Westfield) Outlook: Make no mistake about it, Maple Grove lost a lot of talent, but they were clearly the best team in Division 3 last year. I still like Curt Fischer’s team to repeat. Westfield lost scoringmachine Austin Alonge, but that responsibility will go to John Coe, who might be the best player in the league. Chautauqua Lake and Panama are both young, but I think they’re above the rest of the league, still.

CCAA 4

1. Sherman 2. Clymer 3. Brocton 4. North Collins 5. Ellicottville 6. West Valley 7. Ripley Player of the Year: Andrew Graham (Sherman) Outlook: Losing Panama opens this league up a little bit, and while Clymer and Sherman each lost a lot to graduation, I think they’re the class of Division 4. Brocton, behind Jordan Patterson and Dan Ferguson might be poised for a breakthrough year if Coach Jeff Franze can find enough depth.

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NCAA Realignment Strikes Again

Chris Winkler COMMENTARY

If you’ve followed along over the past year, or know much about me, you might know how much I love college athletics. I grew up in a pro sports city in Buffalo, but I am without question a much bigger fan of college sports over the pros. To be honest, I don’t really know why. I know I fell in love with St. Bonaventure basketball in the fourth grade. I also remember crying at Disney World after learning my Michigan Wolverines — I, like every other kid in the early ’90s worshiped the Fab Five — had lost an NCAA Tournament day game somewhere in the mid-’90s. And, I’m probably the only person in the world who can name every starter of the UB Bulls football team the year they came back to FCS (formerly known at Division I-A) football. Heck, I even started “bracketology” before I started high school and did better on those than my SATs. Sure, I watched a lot of pro sports, too — do I have a life, you ask? — but college has always been king. But, what’s happening to the NCAA right now is downright disgusting. News broke late last week and was finalized Monday that Maryland and Rutgers (Rutgers, really?) were joining the Big 10, giving the conference 14 institutions. In an obvious statement to the SEC, commissioner Jim Delany basically told everyone, “Hey we can do this too.” Because truthfully, I cannot think of any reason why the Big 10 would extend to 14 teams. Oh yeah, that’s right. Money. And, who would have guess that money — in a world of amateurism — is ruining the sports involved? It was a little more than two years ago when all of this really started. Some would say moves over the last decade such as Miami and Boston College to the ACC were preludes. Others would point to the 1990 re-alignments when the Big 10 went after an 11th school — Penn State — and the SEC scooped up South Carolina and Arkansas. But, nothing happened over that. Apparently, commissioners understood it, but just didn’t like it, yet. Yes, it was two years ago when the Big Bang happened, the first domino if you will. Nebraska left the Big 12 for the Big 10 in June 2010. What it did was understandable. It gave the Big 10 the magical number of 12 institutions, allowing two divisions of six and the coveted conference championship game — an absolute moneymaker. But, I didn’t mind it that much. Fact is 11 schools never made sense for any scheduling purposes and 12 is truly perfect for nearly every single sport — again in terms of scheduling. Also, Nebraska made some sense for the Big 10, both geographically and academically — let alone the elephant in the room known as the football field. But, still I predicted doomsday right then and there. Television networks were just starting to boom. The Big 10

and SEC were at the forefront of creating a conference-only television network. Imagine how silly that would have sounded 25 or 30 years ago? Still, television dollars were massively on the rise, and while they still are, it was the first time universities truly realized this. So, with Nebraska out the door, fulfilling the Big 10’s needs — although they did subtly say that they weren’t done — the Big 12 was down to 11 teams. Other than being a tough number to deal with, the conference was considered unstable. Colorado also left the conference for the-then Pac-10. Utah, out of the Mountain West joined them. The Pac-12 wanted new media markets in the Midwest. They got them, even if they didn’t capable athletic programs. Then the Big 12 lost Missouri and Texas A&M to the SEC. Again, the SEC — even though they were already at 12 teams, but weren’t about to be outdone — wanted new media and recruiting markets. Never mind Texas and Texas A&M won’t ever play on Thanksgiving anymore. The ACC then raided the Big East, again, and took Pitt and Syracuse. The Big East, throwing their name to the wolves, took San Diego State and Boise (yes, Idaho) State, among others. But, just when you thought it as finally over, it started back up again this week with the Big 10 going to an unnecessary 14 teams. Pardon me for being an old-timer for once, but what in the world does Maryland and Rutgers have to do with the Big 10? Football prowess certainly isn’t it. Which school, exactly, is placed in the Legends Division? Yes, that great Maryland football history is synonymous with the well-named Legends Division. Or maybe its Rutgers because we’ve all huddled in front of a TV set when the Scarlet Knights take the field on Saturday’s. Please — you’ve got to be kidding me. College realignment is ruining the NCAA. I’m not mad at the schools. They’ll make a lot more money and at least Maryland’s president had the decency to say it was all about the money. The additional income will allow the school to reinstate recently-axed athletic programs. But, like Texas and Texas A&M, Maryland’s fun basketball rivals with Duke and North Carolina are out the window. Furthermore, instead of more Michigan-Ohio State games, we’ll see the Buckeyes or Wolverines playing Rutgers on a yearly basis. But because of this, albeit comically, the Big 10 has 14 teams. The Big 12 has 10. The Atlantic 10 has 16 (for now). Following along? Please continue. The Big East has a West Division. Hawaii plays in the Mountain West. Missouri plays in the Southeastern Conference and Pittsburgh calls the Atlantic Coast Conference home. What’s next? Mexico’s finest joins Conference USA? Hey, if the dollars work, why not? It’s funny how university presidents can sit there idly, looking to maximize revenue from athletic programs, but it’s preposterous to pay the athletes earning it a dime. That’s the nature of the beast I suppose. Either way, it’s not over yet. Who knows, maybe the Big East won’t even exist at this time next week.

November 22, 2012 Edition – Sports Section – B

Williams Signs National Letter Of Intent

By Chris Winkler Star Sports Editor

Silver Creek’s Zed Williams made it oﬃcial Tuesday, by signing his National Letter of Intent to attend the University of Virginia, on full scholarship, beginning next year. Williams chose the Cavaliers, a lacrosse power in the Atlantic Coast Conference, over Syracuse and Ohio State. Already the most decorated player in New York State history, Williams was a highly-sought after recruit for the past few years. While the nature of college lacrosse recruiting tends to have players commit early — often times before their junior year — Williams took his time and finalized it on Tuesday. Williams was rated the No. 5 overall prospect in the nation

Zed Williams committed to the University of Virginia on Tuesday. Williams, already New York State's all-time leader in points, will join a powerhouse Cavaliers program in 2013-14. (Photo by Chris Winkler)

by Inside Lacrosse back in August and was considered the top unsigned player. He broke Casey Powell’s all-time points record last year as a junior and is certainly well on pace to break the country’s alltime career points record this

season. He trails Tim Stratton (Lancaster, Pa.) by just 35. Williams has been playing at the varsity level since he was in eighth grade, when he had an astounding 99 points. He followed that up with 174 as a freshman, still his highest

total. He’s also helped power Silver Creek to one of the country’s top offenses. They scored more than 30 goals three times last year, good for the highest three outputs by any one team throughout the whole country.

BASEBALL AFFILIATES COME TOGETHER FOR CHARITY continued from pg 1 The Jammers will be only selling 200 tickets for the player meet and greet. Tickets for the Pirates Caravan will be $5 each. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Downtown Jamestown Development Corporation. Jammers General Manager Matt Drayer was very upbeat when discussing the event. “I am very excited for the Pirates to bring their caravan to Jamestown. This is a great opportunity to showcase Major League ballplayers for our community. The Jammers are delighted to partner with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Jamestown Community College and the DJDC for such a fantastic occasion. Also, the Jammers are looking forward to presenting Jamestown and Chautauqua County for all

Pittsburgh Pirates manager Clint Hurdle will visit Jamestown, along with the rest of the Pirates caravan, on Dec. 13. The Jammers recently switched their affiliation to Pittsburgh. (AP Photo)

the Pirates visitors.” Jammers season tickets are also now on sale featuring our

holiday discount. They make a great gift this time of year as the Jammers look forward to a

thrilling 2013 season. Tickets for the caravan event expect to be limited to please place your orders as soon as possible. For more information and all the latest updates on the Jamestown Jammers, call the Jammers oﬃce at (716) 664-0915 or online at www. jamestownjammers.com. Remember Opening Day for the Jammers season is June 17. Attendees for this event are tentative and subject to change. The Jamestown Jammers are the Class A aﬃliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Jammers are Chautauqua County’s only professional sports team. They are owned by a local Buffalo company, Rich Products Corporation, which also owns the AA Northwest Arkansas Naturals and AAA Buffalo Bisons.

Notre Dame One Win Away From National Championsip By Ralph Russo Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — Notre Dame is a victory away from playing for the BCS title. Alabama and Georgia each need two, and could have to go through each other. A day after Oregon and Kansas State lost to give up control of the BCS race, the Fighting Irish (.9973) moved into first place in the standings for the first time. ''Now we don't have to answer questions about style points or politics,'' Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly said. ''Now we have a chance to play for the national championship this week.'' Notre Dame (11-0), ranked No. 1 in both polls and by the computer ratings, needs only to beat slumping rival Southern California on Saturday in Los Angeles to earn its first trip to the BCS title game.

Notre Dame senior linebacker Manti Te'o hsa the Irish one win away from playing for a national championship for the first time since 1988. Archrival USC stands in their way. (AP Photo)

Alabama (.9333) and Georgia (.8763) also have rivalry games Saturday. The Crimson Tide hosts Auburn and the Bulldogs play Georgia Tech at home. If the favorites win, the Southeastern Conference championship game will be a national semifinal of sorts, with the winner advancing to the BCS title game.

If form does not hold, and there are more upsets such as the ones that took out Oregon and Kansas State on Saturday night, there are a handful of teams that could be in the mix. Florida (10-1) is in fourth heading into a huge game at 10th-place Florida State. The Seminoles (10-1) also will have an ACC title game to play.

Oregon (10-1) dropped to fifth and Kansas State (10-1) was sixth. Notre Dame, which last won a national championship in 1988, has lost nine of the last 10 against USC, the lone victory coming in 2010, Kelly's first season as coach. But the Trojans have been a major disappointment this season, starting it No. 1 and dropping to 7-4 after losing Saturday to UCLA. They also will be without quarterback Matt Barkley for the matchup with the Fighting Irish. Max Wittek will make his first career start after Barkley was injured at the end of the UCLA game. If Notre Dame loses, it could leave a muddle of one-loss teams vying for a spot in the BCS title game, even opening up the possibility of a second consecutive all-SEC national championship game.

Marlins Salary Dump To Toronto Finalized By Steven Wine Associated Press

MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins' latest payroll purge received final approval Monday from the commissioner's oﬃce, and as the team's top baseball executive began to discuss the deal during a conference call, a bad connection generated waves of reverberating noise that filled the phone line. Nearly a week after the Marlins swung their widely ridiculed trade with Toronto, negative feedback keeps coming. Commissioner Bud Selig approved the blockbuster deal, however, even though it made Marlins fans irate and made the team a nationwide punch line. The trade sends All-Star shortstop Jose Reyes to the

Just one year ago Jose Reyes (left) and Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria (right) joined forces for the new-look Marlins. Now, Reyes, and everyone else Loria brought in, have been shipped away leaving the Marlins roster bare. (AP Photo)

Blue Jays along with pitchers Mark Buehrle and Josh Johnson, catcher John Buck and outfielder Emilio Bonifacio for seven players, none of whom has a big-money contract. Miami received infielders Yunel Escobar and Adeiny Hechavarria, pitchers Hen-

derson Alvarez, Anthony DeSclafani and Justin Nicolino, catcher Jeff Mathis and outfielder Jake Marisnick. By swinging the deal only months after the Marlins moved into a new stadium built with taxpayer money, they pared from their books $146.5

million in payroll. That's their net savings after agreeing to send $8.5 million to the Blue Jays as part of the trade. Marlins president of baseball operations Larry Beinfest said he understood why fans were mad, and confirmed the trade was necessary because owner Jeffrey Loria wanted to pare payroll. Beinfest also conceded the deal will make it harder for the team to recruit free agents in the future. But Selig decided not to block it. ''This transaction, involving established major leaguers and highly regarded young players and prospects, represents the exercise of plausible baseball judgment on the part of both clubs (and) does not violate any express rule of Major Continued on pg 11

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COLLEGE HOOPS continued from pg 1 Parris is expected to make his impact at guard. He can play either spot in the backcourt and defends well. Of the nine freshmen, local Dunkirk product Kevin Holmes and Matt Deboy will make their presence felt. Holmes has the physical maturity to compete with collegelevel players and at 6'2'' can play in the off guard and small forward slots. Moore expects his play to pick up as the season moves on. Deboy is 6-7 and his work ethic and busy motor could earn him a slot in the starting lineup. The Devils have also added size to go along with their perimeter game. In addition to the 6-7 Deboy and 6-6 Case, freshman Michael Coleman and senior Adam LaQuier stand at 6-7. LaQuier is back after a one-year absence. Coleman tips the scales at 260 pounds and provides some beef under the boards. The 6-5 John Kovach will also compete

for time in the frontcourt. Moore feels the team's overall quickness and shooting range have improved from a year ago. “Our athleticism will allow us to play an up-tempo game,” and with the additions of veterans Monahan and Clark, the team has several three-point threats. Defense has always been a priority for the Blue Devils. Last season, they ranked second in the conference in allowing only 63.2 ppg. An aggressive defense will again be a strength. If there is a challenge this year, it is for so many new faces to come together as a team and for the players to feel out their roles. Moore expects to work itself out as the season goes on, hoping to peak around playoff time. The Devils opened the season 0-2 after losing both games at the Hilbert Tournament. Their next game is at home against Elmira College on Tuesday.

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Late Comeback Leads Canisius Past Bonaventure, 72-69 Contributed Article

St. Bonaventure Sports Information

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Chris Johnson tied a career high for the second straight game with 19 points, but Canisius closed the game on a 13-4 run and after Matthew Wright's game-tying 3-point attempt missed as the buzzer sounded, the Griffs had claimed a 72-69 victory over St. Bonaventure Saturday afternoon in a soldout Koessler Athletic Center. Holding a 65-59 lead following a Wright free throw with 6:23 remaining, the Bonnies (2-1) made just one field goal the rest of the game — that coming on Johnson tip-in — as the Griffs (2-0) kept SBU winless in the KAC dating back to 1995. Johnson scored seven of Bona's first nine points en route to tying his career high for the fourth time. Demitrius Conger and Eric Mosley combined to account for six of Bonaventure's nine 3-pointers as each senior finished with 14 points. Wright, who was 6-6 from inside the arc, but 0-4 beyond it, contributed 13 points in a starting role. An aggressive Canisius squad went to the free-throw line 21 times and made 18 of those attempts (85.7 percent), while the Bonnies went just 8-10 from the stripe — an 80-percent clip, but eight fewer attempts than the Griffs had makes. As part of the 13-4 run to Doris Ortega had a double-double with 12 points and 10 assists to close the game, Canisius took lead the Bonnies to another win over Colgate. St. Bonaventure is a 66-65 lead on a Harold

Bonnies Build Big Lead, Hang On To Beat Colgate

now 3-0. (St. Bonaventure Sports Information Photo).

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ST. BONAVENTURE, N.Y. — The St. Bonaventure women's basketball team (3-0) built a 22 point lead and held on down the stretch to claim the 54-45 victory over Colgate (1-2) Friday evening in the Reilly Center. The game did not start out

well for the Bonnies. By the first media timeout, Colgate had built an 8-0 lead and forced SBU to an 0-6 shooting clip from the floor. The Raiders would build their lead to 10-1 before the Bonnies offense found its legs. Head coach Jim Crowley pulled his five starters and replaced them with four

Matt Wright (No. 24) and Chris Johnson (No. 23) led the Bonnies in Buffalo, but St. Bonaventure lost it's first game of the year 72-69 to Canisius. (St. Bonaventure Sports Information Photos)

Washington layup with 1:31 remaining. Conger answered with a pair of free throws just 11 seconds later to put the Bonnies back in front, 67-66. On the ensuing defensive trip, SBU forced Washington into a miss, but the Griffs got an offensive board and put-back from Chris Manhertz to reclaim the lead. A pair of Isaac Sosa free throws gave Canisius a 70-67 advantage with 17 seconds remaining. However, Johnson put back up a Conger missed 3 with five seconds left to trim the deficit to just one, but two Washington free throws clinched the win for the Griffs. Washington finished with a game-high 23 points, while Sosa was the lone other Canisius player in double-figure scoring as he netted 14. The Bonnies shot the ball well as they connected at a 50-percent clip from the floor (2652), out-rebounded the Griffs, 31-27 — thanks to a game-

Women’s Basketball Runs Past Caz, Starts Season 2-1

high eight from Marquise Simmons — but committed 19 turnovers compared with 13 for Canisius. Johnson helped the Bonnies get out to 13-8 start before a 13-2 Canisius run gave the Griffs what ended up being their largest lead of the game, 21-15, at the 10:23 mark of the first half. Bonaventure answered that run and trimmed the deficit to just two when head coach Mark Schmidt re-entered Mosley and his two fouls with 4:45 left in the half. The gamble paid off as the guard promptly drilled three straight 3-pointers on three consecutive SBU offensive possessions to turn a 28-26 deficit into a 35-30 lead. Mosley finished 4-6 from 3-point range, tying a career high for makes established last year against Temple. St. Bonaventure has a week off before returning to action next Saturday, Nov. 24, in Rochester against Little Three

rival Niagara. The Bonnies and Purple Eagles are set to meet at 4 p.m. at Blue Cross Arena. To purchase tickets, visit http://gobonnies.sbu.edu/ tickets/mbb-tickets. GAME NOTES: Simmons added five points off the bench, and Charlon Kloof contributed four points and a team-best four assists … this was the third time a St. BonaventureCanisius game has sold out at the Koessler Athletic Center (2003 and 2010) … Conger made his 66th consecutive start … Canisius is coached by former SBU standout player, and coach, Jim Baron … the 28-26 Canisius lead was the last time in the game the Bonnies trailed until Washington's layup at the 1:31 mark of the second half … Bonaventure entered the game having not trailed for 77 minutes and 24 seconds … Johnson played a career-high 34 minutes … a strong contingent of Bonaventure students and fans made up the sold-out crowd of 2,196.

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Pitt Invite Wraps Up For Bonnies’ Swim Teams

Marissa Cussins hit a couple of three pointers early as Fredonia opened a 14-point lead by halftime. The Blue Devils defeated Cazenovia 88-59. (Fredonia Sports Information Photo)

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ERIE, PA. — The Fredonia State women's basketball team cruised past Cazenovia College, 89-59, in the consolation game of the Penn State Behrend Tip-Off Tournament on Sunday. Mike Burud finished 7th in the breaststroke even to led the Bonnies. The St. Bonaventure men's and women's swimming and div- The Devils used two threeing teams get back into the pool Nov. 30 in Akron. (St. Bonavenpointers from Marissa ture Sports Information Photo) Cussins, a pair of layups from 1650-yard freestyle, good for a Becky Hebert and a jumper by Contributed Article St. Bonaventure Sports Information seventh-place finish. TeamNikole Lindquist over the first mate, Mike Hartwell came two-and-a-half minutes to in ninth-place with a time of take a 12-0 lead. PITTSBURGH Pa. — The St. 16:57.93. Thomas Caulfield The Devil's largest lead of the Bonaventure men's swimming touched in for an eleventhhalf came on a Grace Moore and diving team participated place finish and John Mackie- jumper with a minute left in in the final day of the Pitt wicz came for a twelfth-place the half to make it 44-28. CaInvite on Sunday Nov 18. finish with times of 17:04.89 zenovia converted a layup to During the third day of and 17:37.29, respectively. make it 44-30 at the break. prelims and finals the team Jimmy Martin had an 11th The Devils opened the second participated in six more events place finish in the 100-yard to gain points for the Bonnies. freestyle with a time of 46.17. half with a 10-3 burst over four minutes to claim a Vatslav Lets touched in Matthew Schutt and Mike 21-point lead, 54-33. From at 1:49.87 in the 200-yard Burud showcased their talents that point on, the Devils never backstroke, good for a bronze for breaststroke events for an- trailed by less than 17 points. place finish. Lets also had a other night. Burud finished in Hebert led Fredonia State sixth-place finish in the 200 seventh-place in the 200-yard with 25 points and four steals backstroke with a time of breast with a time of 2:11.06 on her way to the All TournaGregg Byrne and Matthew and Schutt came in just ment Team. Rochna touched in for 10th behind in ninth-place with a Freshman Sabrina Macaulay and 11th place finishes in the time of 2:10.81. added 12 points, seven re200 back. Byrne swam in at In the last event of the day, bounds and three steals. Jillian 1:57.19 and Rochna came in at a team of Michael Pilyugin, Brunswick added 11 points, 1:58.70. Martin, Lets and Nathan three assists and three steals Later in the meet, Byrne came Destree came in at 3:07.05 in off the bench. Jaimie Warren in seventh-place in the 200 the 400-yard freestyle relay had a team-high five assists fly with a time of 1:57.28. with a sixth-place finish. and had six rebounds and Elias Homerin touched in just The Brown and White return three steals. Lindquist had ahead at 1:56.48, good for a to the pool on Nov. 30 through eight points and seven boards. sixth-place finish. Dec. 4 for the Akron Invite in The Devils won the battle on Homerin also came in with Akron, Ohio. the boards 47-38 and caused a time of 16:27.20 in the

37 Wildcat turnovers with 22 steals. Cazenovia's Erin O'Malley was named to the All Tourney team. She had 19 points and seven rebounds against the Devils. In the opening game of the tournament, Fredonia fell 64-54, to Washington and Jefferson on Saturday. Down nine, 59-50, with 1:47 left to play, Fredonia State converted four consecutive free throws to make it a twopossesion game, 59-54. W and J responded by connecting on five of six free throws to close out the victory. Freshman Sabrina Macauley led the Devils with 12 points, and added six rebounds. All 12 points came at the freethrow line, as she hit on 12 of 14 attempts. Junior Jaimie Warren had nine rebounds and seven points. Juniors Beckey Hebert and Marissa Cousins and senior Jenna Austin had seven points apiece. Austin also had five assists. The game was even statistically, with W and J holding a 38-37 advantage in rebounding, and both teams committing 17 turnovers. Fredonia opened the season with a 70-52 victory over Nazareth. Junior guard Becky Hebert led the offense with 22 points, junior forward Jaimie Warren had 11 points and seven rebounds, and senior guard Jenna Austin added 10 points, eight Continued on pg 11

Declan Gunovski scored the lone goal for Fredonia against Oswego, as the No. 1 ranked team in Division III beat the Blue Devils 7-1. (Fredonia State Sports Information Photo)

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OSWEGO, N.Y. — Fredonia State fell below .500 with a 7-1 SUNYAC loss to the topranked Oswego Lakers. The Blue Devils dropped to 4-5 overall and 3-4 in the SUNYAC. They find themselves tied for fourth place with nine conference games remaining, beginning Nov. 30 at home vs. Buffalo State. It's their lone game over the next 19 days. Sophomore forward Declan Gunovski was credited with his first goal of the season to account for the Blue Devil scoring. It was the result of a defensive mistake by Oswego. Gunovski dumped the puck into the zone from outside the blue line. The puck deflected first off the boards, then off the stick of Oswego defenseman Zach Josepher, and into the net following a miscommunication between him and goaltender Andrew Hare. The goal cut the Oswego lead to 3-1 at 1:29 of the second period. It jump-started the Blue Devils, yet only briefly. The Lakers countered with two goals in the second period, and two more in the third period off Blue Devil junior goaltender Jeff Holloway, who replaced starter Mark Friesen. Holloway was credited with 27 saves. Friesen left the game with 52 seconds left in the first period after he shaken up following a collision in the goal crease.

Play continued and Oswego scored its third goal on the play as Friesen lay on the ice. Holloway was also shaken up in the third period, yet stayed in the game. For Oswego, Paul Rodrigues and Luke Moodie, had five points each. Moodie had a hat trick while Chris Ayotte added two goals, and Rodrigues and Chris Muise one goal each. Rodrigues also had four assists. He and Moodie lead NCAA Division III with 19 points each. In goal, Ware was credited with 27 saves. The Lakers improved to 7-0 overall and 6-0 in the SUNYAC. They are ranked No. 1 in the USCHO.com NCAA Division III poll. The game was watched by a sellout crowd of 2,471. Friday, Fredonia yielded three special teams goals and fell to Cortland, 4-2. The Blue Devils trailed 3-0 before scoring twice in a span of 25 seconds early in the third period. Matt Hehr and Stephen Castriota had the goals. Yet they could not score the equalizer despite keeping on the pressure for most of the third period. An empty-netter by Cortland resulted in the final margin. Fredonia State had a 34-23 advantage in shots. Cortland's Lyle Rocker made 32 saves. Friesen had 19 saves for the Blue Devils. Continued on pg 11

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Friday, Nov. 23, 7 p.m., vs. Johnstown

Saturday, Nov. 24 vs. Johnstown, 5 p.m.

Although no other team in the NAHL has more wins than the Ironmen, Saturday’s loss didn’t sit well with Daikawa’s squad. On Sunday, the team’s day off, Daikawa was in Erie for his son’s hockey game, yet couldn’t avoid calls from his players trying to get a workout in at the Jamestown Arena. “It’s a good feeling to know that your players want to work and get better, even on their day off,” said Daikawa. “We want to win a championship for this town; that kind of work and dedication is what might make that goal possible.” Jamestown now readies to host the Johnstown Tomahawks (9-6-6) at the Jamestown Savings Bank Arena this weekend. Games are set for Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 5 p.m. NOTE: Friday night’s game is billed as ‘Welcome Home College Night’ with $5 tickets available for anyone with a valid college ID. A ﬂat screen TV will also be raﬄed off at Friday night’s game, and tickets are available for purchase

Friday — Jamestown 2, Port Huron 1 1 Jamestown 0 Port Huron 1

2 2 0

3 0 0

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Goals

Jamestown: Johansson – PP (X), Zink – PP (X). Port Huron: Miller – PP (X).

Saves

Jamestown: Shaughnessy (W) 33. Port Huron: Milosek (L) 23.

Saturday — Port Huron 3, Jamestown 2 1 Jamestown 1 Port Huron 0

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Friday, Dec. 14, 7 p.m., at Johnstown

2012-13 NAHL Standings (Through Nov. 20)

Central Division Austin Brookings Bismarck Coulee Region Minot Aberdeen

North Division

BOX SCORES the lead with a goal from Tyler Dunagan, assisted by Aaron Scheppelman. The Fighting Falcons followed with a powerplay score from forward, Kody Polin and the division rivals headed into the third period deadlocked, 2-2. Polin burnt the Ironmen for a second powerplay goal just over a minute into the third, which proved to be the game winner as the rest of the period was scoreless. Mimmack took only his third loss on the season in goal for Jamestown, recording 35 saves on the evening. “It’s not exactly what we wanted,” said Ironmen Head Coach Dan Daikawa about going 1-1 on the weekend. “We want to win them all, but every point we can get is important, especially on the road against a very tough opponent.” After earning two points with Friday’s victory, the Ironmen currently sit atop the NAHL North Division with a five point cushion from the second place Soo Eagles, while Port Huron trails Jamestown by seven points in third place.

Saturday, Dec. 8, 7:05 p.m. at Wenatchee

Jamestown Soo Port Huron Kalamazoo Johnstown Springfield Janesville Michigan

South Division

GP 20 19 20 20 19 18

22 23 24 21 21 22 22 23

15 13 9 5 6 6

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Texas Amarillo Topeka Corpus Christi Wichita Falls Odessa

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Statistical Leaders

Goals

Points: Brandon Hawkins (TEX) 32, Brandon Wahlin (AUS) 32, Sean Gaffney (TOP) 31, Kyle Sharkey (TOP) 29, Jono Davis (WEN) 27, Jared VanWormer (SOO) 27.

Saves

Assists: Bradon Wahlin (AUS) 23, Jackson Leef (TEX) 22, Jared VanWormer (SOO) 21, T.J. Sarcona (AMA) 18, Sean Gaffney (TOP) 17.

Jamestown: Szajner – PP (x), Dunagan (X). Goals: Brandon Hawkins (TEX) 21, Kyle Sharkey (TOP) 15, Jono Port Huron: Powers (x), Polin, Davis (WEN) 15, Thomas Williams (BRK) 15, Sean Gaffney (TOP) 14. 2 – PPs (x). Jamestown: Mimmack (L) 35. Port Huron: Milosek (W) 23.

Goals Against (minimum half of team’s games played): Spencer Viele (TOP) 1.63, Paul Berrafato (AMA) 1.74, Robert Nichols (WEN) 2.08, Tyler Marble (SOO) 2.09, Reid Mimmack (JAM) 2.18.

NAHL Announces Divisional Stars Of The Week Contributed Article NAHL

North Division Star of the Week: Robin Hoglund, forward, Soo Eagles

The Soo Eagles continue to stay on the heels of Jamestown for 1st place in the North ree Division. This weekend, the to Eagles split a home series with the Michigan Warriors and forward Robin Hoglund, an 19, did most of the damage hird offensively for the Eagles. The hen native of Molndal, Sweden,

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Friday, Dec. 7, at Wenatchee, 7:05 p.m.

all week long at JSBA. For both Friday and Saturday’s games, anyone who donates a canned good to support St. Susan’s Center on their way into the Arena will receive a discounted ticket to that night’s Ironmen game.

Jamestown Ironmen

ce. up ed FRISCO, Texas — The North American Hockey League es (NAHL) announced the Divisional Stars of the Week presented by Combat Hocke ey for the week ending Nov. i- 18, 2012. The Divisional goal Stars of the Week is a weekly our feature during the 2012-13 d regular season that honors 9 the top performing players was in each of the four NAHL divisions as nominated by 0 their respective teams.

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Ironmen Split With Port Huron; Stay In First

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The Jamestown Ironmen split a pair of games on the road nch, with the Port Huron Fighting uted Falcons in North American Hockey League action this past weekend. Jamestown e- (16-4-2) captured the first at game on Friday night by a score of 2-1, while Port Huron answered with a 3-2 victory of their own on Saturday night. d by On Friday, the Fighting r, Falcons (13-10-1) got off e to a quick start and took a e one-goal lead into the second onperiod. Jamestown then took on's advantage of the powerplay, he scoring two strong-handed goals within three minutes t of each other. Victor Johans24 son scored the first goal for a the Ironmen with assists a from Matt Lanzillotti and enKenny Curtis while Dylan e Zink netted the second with 196. assists from Brett Szajner and Luc Gerdes. Both teams were scoreless in the third period, and the victory went to Tim Shaughnessy in goal for the Ironmen. Shaughnessy saved 33 of 34 shots en route to his fourth win of the season. In game two on Saturday, the Ironmen were the ones off to the quick start with a powerplay goal less than five minutes into the contest from Szajner with assists from Evan Ritt and Gerdes. Port Huron tied the game at ones early in the second, but Jamestown answered right back to regain

recorded four points (2 goals, 2 assists) and was +4 in the pair of weekend games. On Friday, Hoglund (6’1/180) assisted on both of the Eagles goals in a 4-2 loss. On Saturday, he scored the first and the third goals in a 3-1 win over Michigan. Hoglund played the first two games of the season with Fairbanks and then was traded to Soo. Overall, he has 10 points in 16 games played this season. “Robin has been an impact player right off the bat and this weekend really proved that,” said Eagles head coach Bruno Bragagnolo. “He does a very good job at being physical, using his size and playing the body. He has an excellent shot and knows how to score goals.”

Central Division Star of the Week: Brandon Wahlin, forward, Austin Bruins

Austin Bruins forward Brandon Wahlin, 20, is on pace for

a record-breaking month. The native of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, got his 1st place Bruins back on track with three wins in three games this past week. In those three games, Wahlin recorded eight points and was a +3. In the process, he increased his current point streak to six straight games. On Monday, Wahlin scored the first and last goal and assisted on the game-winner as the Bruins beat the Coulee Region Chill, 6-3. On Friday, Wahlin had an assist in a 4-1 home win over visiting Brookings. On Saturday, Wahlin saved his best game for last as he racked up four assists in a 7-5 win over the Blizzard, completing the weekend sweep. For the season, Wahlin has 32 points, which ties him for the NAHL lead and his 23 assists leads the NAHL. “Brandon was instrumental in getting the team back on track this past week,” said Bruins

head coach Chris Tok. “He is working hard on playing a good two-way game, which will be instrumental at getting him to the next level. You can’t coach or teach speed and Brandon has a ton of it along with great vision and hard work.”

South Division Star of the Week: Scott Conway, forward, Texas Tornado

It was a big week for 17-yearold Tornado forward Scott Conway, who had the best individual week of his NAHL career last week as the Tornado posted a 2-2-0 record in four games. The native of Kessimmee, Fla., began the week with two goals and an assist in a 9-1 win in Odessa against the Jackalopes. The next night, Conway had two more assists in an 8-2 win and sweep against Odessa. Over the weekend against the Amarillo Bulls, Conway assisted on both Tornado goals in a 5-2 loss to the Bulls on Thursday. He posted another

assist on Friday in a 7-2 loss to Amarillo. Conway has now recorded a point in eight straight games. “Scott is one of many young players we have on the roster who have really developed nicely in a short period of time and will be a good future NCAA Division I player,” said Tornado head coach Tony Curtale. “For being only 17-years-old, he sees the ice very well and has the ability to make great passes and find the open man.”

West Division Star of the Week: Kevin Aldridge, goaltender, Fairbanks Ice Dogs

When Fairbanks goalie Steve Perry went down with a broken finger in early November, the job of carrying the workload fell on the shoulders of 18-year-old rookie Kevin Aldridge. The native of Beverly Hills, Mich., has responded in big fashion, winning four out of his last five

starts including this weekend’s road sweep in Corpus Christi against the IceRays. Aldridge (5’8/150) stopped a combined 60 of 63 shots and allowed just three goals in two games as Fairbanks posted the weekend sweep. On Friday, Aldridge made 40 saves in a 3-2 overtime win. On Saturday, he made 20 saves in a 3-1 win. With the wins, Aldridge improved his record to 8-2-0 on the season with a goals against average of 2.17 and a save percentage of 92.4 percent. “Kevin has been given the opportunity to be the main guy in net because of Steve Perry’s injury and he has responded very well,” said Ice Dogs head coach Trevor Stewart. “He controlled his rebounds this weekend and kept his composure in a tough environment to play in. Each passing game, he is playing with more confidence and his teammates are also confident knowing he is behind them.”

NASCAR Insider November 22, 2012 Edition – Sports Section – B

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By RICK MINTER / Cox Newspapers 2012 CHASE RESULTS Following the Ford EcoBoost 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway

1. Brad Keselowski 2,400 (finished 15th) His No. 2 Dodge team seemed to be playing it conservatively to protect the points lead they brought into the finale, but despite a mid-race challenge from Jimmie Johnson, his car appeared fast enough to finish at least 15th and secure the title, even if Johnson hadn’t dropped out with a mechanical failure. “I think that as bad as we ran tonight that that made it more special that we were still able to finish 15th regardless of what happened to [Johnson],” said crew chief Paul Wolfe. 2. Clint Bowyer -39 (finished second) Few thought it would be possible for Bowyer to claim the runner-up spot in the Chase, but Johnson’s rear-gear failure, coupled with Bowyer’s strong finish, made it happen by a single point. “I didn’t see that coming,” Bowyer said. “But just a great year, super excited about how far we’ve come in a short amount of time.”

Brad Keselowski and team owner Roger Penske stand with the Sprint Cup trophy between them as they celebrate winning the 2012 series championship at Sunday’s NASCAR Ford EcoBoost 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway. (NASCAR photo)

New era S

“Generation Six” race car detailed Brad Keselowski in the No. 2 Dodge celebrates winning the Sprint Cup title. (NASCAR photo) team gets more experience. Keselowski has just three full seasons in NASCAR’s elite division. “It doesn’t take long to have [the championship] sink in, and we’ve got to think about the future,” said Keselowski’s car owner Roger Penske, who finally got his first Cup title after competing on and off in NASCAR since 1972. “Obviously Brad has got not only the raw talent, but I think he’s a thinking driver. I think his windshield is bigger than people realize. He knows what’s going on and takes care of his car … “I think he’s going to be a multiple champion, and I hope that Paul [Wolfe] and the team can continue to grow on the success we had this weekend and this year and we can go on and do it again.” Keselowski said he too is looking forward. “I feel like the best is yet to come. I really do,” he said. “I feel like we’re still at the beginning. You can’t judge something off the beginning. If you were building a house and you just looked at the foundation, it doesn’t look like much of anything. I feel like we’re very early. We’ve got the cement poured, and I want to keep building.”

4. Kasey Kahne -55 (finished 21st) He was in contention to win before a penalty for speeding on pit road and an extra stop for fuel put him out of the running. “We just got off, we had to pit more than the other guys,” he said. 5. Greg Biffle - 68 (finished fifth) His fifth-place finish at Homestead moved him to the top five in the final standings. He’s the top performer from the Ford camp.

Keselowski wins Cup title, ending Johnson streak everal years ago, Jimmie Johnson and his crew chief Chad Knaus seemed a bit miffed when they were asked about the upcoming season during their championship interview at Homestead-Miami Speedway. But on Sunday at Homestead, a good bit of the questioning of NASCAR’s newest champion, Brad Keselowski, was focused on the future. In winning the title, Keselowski, 28, becomes the first driver born in the 1980s to win the Cup title and thereby becomes the face of NASCAR for many fans. He’s already a garage leader in the relatively modern world of social media, which is popular among the younger audience that NASCAR wants to add to its fan base. “He’ll do great,” said Homestead winner Jeff Gordon, who at age 41 is long past his “Wonder Boy” years. “He’s entertaining. You never know what you’re going to get with Brad. I enjoy or look forward to watching him, and I think this experience, he will just mature to a whole ’nother level because of being in this position and carrying this responsibility.” Gordon also said he expects Keselowski, like others who have won their first Cup titles, to be changed by the experience. “Every champion that I’ve ever seen win their first one, they always come out of it with a whole new perspective on past champions,” he said. “I remember when Jimmie [Johnson] won his, he was overwhelmed with everything that comes along with it. It makes you grow up … There’s a lot to take in, and it makes you really look at things a lot differently and recognize that responsibility that you have.” There also was talk about how Keselowski and his Paul Wolfe-led team will perform on the track in the future as the relatively young

3. Jimmie Johnson -40 (finished 36th) Crew chief Chad Knaus’ strategy had Johnson in position to win the race, but a penalty for a loose lug nut on a pit stop followed by rear-gear failure ended his bid for a sixth Cup title. “I’m proud of the fact that we went out there and backed up what we said we could do and we put the pressure on [Keselowski],” Johnson said. “It doesn’t take the sting away from losing the championship. It helps in some ways and stings in others, so it balances out.”

NASCAR officials have released more details about the new race cars that will be run in the Sprint Cup Series beginning next season. The new car, which is being referred to as the “Generation Six” vehicle, more closely resembles the models being sold to the public, and it’s designed to provide more competitive racing. Among the changes fans will see are the driver’s last name featured on the windshield and a smaller car number as the car is slightly smaller. Sponsor decals will not be allowed on the headlights and taillights, two places where the manufacturer’s look is unique. The smaller numbers will be moved to the front and rear bumpers. A small sponsor logo will be allowed on the roof, and there will be larger areas on the sides of the car for sponsor logos. NASCAR also will lower the minimum age for drivers in the Truck Series from 18 to 16, but only at road courses and tracks 1.1 miles in length or less. Some of the Truck schedule is being revealed, including the addition of a race at Canadian Tire Motorsports Park in Bowmanville, Ontario. That allows NASCAR to remain in Canada with one of its top-three touring series after the Nationwide race at Montreal was dropped.

6. Denny Hamlin -71 (finished 24th) He was in the running for the championship before a parts failure at Martinsville. Since then he’s been a non-factor in the Chase, with three finishes of 20th or worse in the final four races. Still, he had five wins for the season. 7. Matt Kenseth -76 (finished 18th) His final run for Roush Fenway Racing wasn’t what he’d hoped for. “We were one of the cars that didn’t pit to make it on fuel, and then that cost us a good 10 spots,” he said. “A frustrating ending to the season.” 8. Kevin Harvick -79 (finished eighth) He had just three top-10 finishes in the Chase, and they all came in the final three races, including his win at Phoenix. 9. Tony Stewart -89 (finished 17th) His 500th career Cup start wasn’t one to remember. The defending series champion ran in mid-pack all day. “We just never got the balance of the car right,” he said. 10. Jeff Gordon -97 (finished first) A week after being docked 25 points and fined $100,000 for wrecking Clint Bowyer, he outran Bowyer to get his 87th career victory and a spot at the awards banquet, as only the top 10 are honored. “I can’t believe that we finished first and second after what happened last week,” he said. 11. Martin Truex Jr. -101 (finished sixth) His Homestead finish was his third top-six run in a Chase that didn’t work out like he’d planned. “Should have won four races this year, and we just keep giving them away,” he said. 12. Dale Earnhardt Jr. -155 (finished 10th) His overall performance was much improved throughout the season, but his Chase effort was dealt a blow when he missed two races because of concussions.

Stenhouse wins 2nd Nationwide title; Buescher Truck champ NASCAR’s Camping World and Nationwide Series championships wound up being won by the drivers who were atop the points standings as they entered the series finales at HomesteadMiami Speedway. In the closest contest, 22-year-old James Buescher, who had an 11-point lead before the Truck race, won the title by six points over Timothy Peters. Peters finished eighth at Homestead while Buescher was 13th en route to his first-ever major NASCAR title. In the Nationwide Series, defending series champion Ricky Stenhouse Jr. took the title by 23 points over Elliott Sadler with a sixth-place finish to Sadler’s ninth. Stenhouse’s celebration seemed a bit subdued, and much of his post-race press conference was spent talking about an issue late in the race when his spotter Mike Calinoff urged him to let Brian Scott pass by rather than risk a championshipcrushing wreck. Stenhouse ignored Calinoff’s instructions and held down the button of his twoway radio for the rest of the race. “There were some anxious moments for our spotter, and I got tired of listening, so I keyed up the mic so he couldn’t talk to me the rest of the way,” Stenhouse said. “I wanted 20 top-fives [finishes for the season] at least, so I came up one spot short. We wanted to win the race; that’s what we come to do each and every week and that’s what got us in the position that we were in … “I like racing hard like that. That’s what I do, that’s what I enjoy, and that’s why I love racing. That’s just how I drive.” Sadler, who won four races this season to

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. poses with his second consecutive Nationwide Series championship trophy. (NASCAR photo) Stenhouse’s six and stayed at or near the top of the series standings for most of the season, said his team just couldn’t overcome a controversial penalty at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in midseason and a crash at Phoenix the week before Homestead. At Indy, Sadler was penalized for jumping a late-race restart, and his resulting 15th-place finish saw his points lead over second place drop from 11 points to one. “You win some races, you have some peaks and

you have some valleys, and we just had a few valleys there coming down the stretch that just kind of took the momentum away from us and where we lost control of the championship,” said Sadler, who lost to Stenhouse for the second-straight year. “All in all, yes, it is disappointing. This one does hurt worse than last year because we did control the points the whole entire season, and we knew Ricky was going to be tough to race for the championship. “But I want to try to take the positives out of it, learn from it, and go home and spend some time with my family.” On the Truck Series side, the champion ended a dream season on a positive note. Buescher started the year with an upset victory in the Nationwide Series race at Daytona and won the Truck title on the strength of a series-high four race wins. “This year has been incredible for me,” Buescher said. “First of all, I got married in January, and my wife is my No. 1 supporter, so to be able to start off the race season after taking that next step in my life with a win at Daytona was incredible, best thing I’d ever done in racing. “That kind of opened the floodgates for us to win some races on the Truck side … It’s been a phenomenal year for my racing career and for my personal life. I just feel really blessed.” Cale Gale won the Truck race at Homestead, beating Cup regular Kyle Busch in a shootout on a green-white-checkered-flag run to the finish. It was his first Truck Series victory. In the Rookie of the Year contests, Austin Dillon won in the Nationwide Series while his brother Ty Dillon took the honors in the Truck Series

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PLAYERS RETURNING SOON TO THE LINEUP continued from pg 1 ''We're pretty healthy I think for the most part, and we've got some other guys that are coming off injuries,'' Kelsay said Monday before he returned to practice for the first time in nearly two weeks. ''If we can win these ballgames coming down the stretch, and get healthy to make a push for the playoffs, that's huge.'' Kelsay declared himself ready to play in revealing the nature of the injury that's sidelined the 10-year veteran since Nov. 8, when he felt something pop in his neck while he was pushing a sled in practice. With 10 days' rest, Kelsay feels significantly better, and added he's been assured by team doctors that he doesn't risk further damage. ''Structurally, everything's sound,'' Kelsay said, describing the injury as a minor tear. ''I definitely plan on playing. ... I have a lot of confidence that it's not going to slow me down.'' Kelsay was limited to taking part in only individual drills in practice Monday, when the Bills returned from an extended weekend break following their 19-14 win over Miami on Thursday. If all goes well, Kelsay expects to practice Wednesday and be ready for Sunday, when the Bills (4-6) play at Indianapolis (6-4).

''When you can start to get healthy toward the end, that's always big,'' Gailey said. ''And if we can continue to do that, and we don't lose any more, that bodes well for us.'' The Bills are already depleted at defensive end, with starter Mark Anderson (left knee) expected to miss at least one more game since having surgery. The news is promising for Jackson, too, after the running back missed last week's game since sustaining a concussion in the final minutes of a 37-31 loss at New England on Nov. 11. Coach Chan Gailey said Jackson is expected to complete his NFL-mandated post-concussion tests on Tuesday, which would clear him to return to practice the following day.

By John Wawrow Associated Press

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills were far from perfect. And this time it didn't matter. For once, coach Chan Gailey found it a lot easier going over the blemishes in team meetings on Friday, because the Bills were finally coming off a victory. ''Yeah, you still have concerns, but it's a lot easier to talk about them after you won a game,'' Gailey said after Buffalo hung on for a 19-14 win over the Miami Dolphins. ''Guys take criticism a little better when you've won the ballgame. And what it does to me is it proves to our guys that they don't have to be perfect to win.'' In snapping a three-game skid and winning for only the sec-

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Gameday Week Twelve

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''Everything's on track for him to be ready to go Wednesday,'' Gailey said. ''He says he's feeling well.'' Jackson attended a morning walkthrough and then watched the afternoon practice from the sideline. NFL rules exempted him from speaking to reporters — or host his weekly TV show broadcast on Monday night — because of his concussion. Jackson did appear to be in an upbeat mood after he playfully grabbed a teammate in a headlock while heading out the locker room door. The mood is significantly brighter in Buffalo since the win over Miami. The Bills snapped a three-game skid and won for only the second time in seven games to stay in the fringes of the AFC playoff hunt. With six games left, Buffalo is in the mix of five teams at 4-6, with only three teams ahead of them competing for the conference's two wild card playoff spots. Indianapolis and Pittsburgh are both 6-4, while Cincinnati's 5-5. That's enough for the Bills to believe they've got a shot, while acknowledging they've left themselves very little margin for error. ''Last week, it was keeping the season alive, and it's the same thing now,'' receiver Stevie Johnson said. ''If we win, we know we still have hope of the playoffs.'' Getting healthier is a switch for a team that's previously unraveled because of injuries. That includes last year, when a

mounting number of injuries led to the Bills losing eight of their last nine following a 5-2 start. Knock on wood, Gailey's hoping the trend reverses this year. ''When you can start to get healthy toward the end, that's always big,'' Gailey said. ''And if we can continue to do that, and we don't lose any more, that bodes well for us.'' Gailey confirmed the Bills placed tight end Mike Caussin on season-ending injured reserve because the player's surgically repaired right knee has not yet fully healed. The Bills had until Monday to determine whether to activate Caussin, who opened the season on the unable-toperform/reserve list. The second-year player accepted the team's decision, saying his knee was not yet strong enough to handle the extra workload of practice over the past three weeks. ''It was a little too much, too quick,'' Caussin said. ''It's the best thing for me, really. It gives me a chance to get back, get healthy and perform better for this team.'' Caussin had surgery in late January after tearing two ligaments in a 40-14 win over Denver on Dec. 24. ''He never got appreciably better,'' Gailey said. ''He told me in his own words he was 75-80 percent, and that's not good enough. We weren't going to release him, so we just put him on IR.''

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Leodis McKelvin (No. 21) sparked the Bills Thursday night against the Dolphins, but the spark didn't last more than a half. Still, Buffalo is alive, because of that touchdown, heading into Week 12. (AP Photo)

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Bills forced three turnovers, including a fumble recovered by Byrd. Williams had one of the team's three sacks. Buffalo gave up 184 yards and 16 first downs — both season lows — and allowed Miami to cross midfield just twice on 11 possessions. ''This is one of the better mornings of the year right here,'' defensive tackle Marcell

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Jamestown Red Raiders

Cassadaga Valley Cougars

Division: ECIC 1 Coach: Ben Drake 11-12 Record: 18-3 (13-1) Finish: Lost to Niagara Falls in Class AA Championship Key Returning Players: Tommy Campion (Sr.), Zach Panebianco (Soph.), Quinn Lee Yaw (Jr.), Branden Kellam (Soph.)

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Panama Panthers

Division: CCAA 2 Coach: Rich Clifford 11-12 Record: 9-11 (5-7) Finish: Lost to OTC in Class C-1 Semifinals Key Returning Players: F Mike Lancaster (Jr.), G Tim Bender (Sr.), C David Carlson (Sr.)

Dunkirk Marauders

Division: CCAA 2 Coach: Rob Genco 11-12 Record: 19-2 (11-1) Finish: Lost to OTC in Class C Championship Key Returning Players: F Zed Williams (Sr.), G Kaine Kettle (Jr.), G Steve Marcey (Sr.)

Fredonia Hillbillies

Division: CCAA 1 Coach: Greg Lauer 11-12 Record: 7-12 (6-6) Finish: Lost to Southwestern in Class B-2 First Round Key Returning Players: G Dylan Meyer (Jr.), G Nick Johnston (Jr.), F Zach Bunge (Sr.)

Falconer Golden Falcons

Division: CCAA 1 Coach: Tim Anderson 11-12 Record: 3-16 (2-10) Finish: Lost to City Honors in Class B-2 First Round Key Returning Players: F Brandon DePietro (Sr.), G Nick Conti (Sr.)

Southwestern Trojans

Division: CCAA 3 Coach: Ed Nelson 11-12 Record: 18-4 (11-1 CCAA 4) Finish: Lost to Notre Dame in Class D Far West Regionals Key Returning Players: F Alec Blose (Sr.), G Bryce Payne (Jr.), G Dan Odell (Jr.)

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Division: CCAA 3 Coach: Curt Fischer 11-12 Record: 17-4 (12-0) Finish: Lost to Silver Creek in Class C-2 Championship Key Returning Players: Aaron Germain (Sr.),

Division: CCAA 2 Coach: Tom Nelson 11-12 Record: 7-12 (3-9) Finish: Lost to Chautauqua Lake in Class C-2 First Round Key Returning Players: F Alex Elderkin (Sr.), F Brett Johnson (Sr.), G Nick Munella (Sr.)

Division: CCAA 3 Coach: Chris Dole 11-12 Record: 10-10 (8-4) Finish: Lost to Silver Creek in Class C-2 Quarterfinals Key Returning Players: F Ian Clute (Jr.), F Cody Thomas (Sr.), G Jeremiah Russin (Sr.)

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Division: CCAA 3 Coach: Ralph Jackson 11-12 Record: 4-14 (1-11) Finish: Lost to regular season finale Key Returning Players: G Jake Nosbisch (Jr.), F Nate Maines (Sr.)

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Division: CCAA 4 Coach: Jeff Franze 11-12 Record: 8-10 (5-7) Finish: Lost to Panama in Class D Semifinals Key Returning Players: G Jordan Patterson (Sr.), F Dan Ferguson (Sr.) Macalum Buchanan (Jr.)

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Division: CCAA 1 Coach: Andrew Krenzer 11-12 Record: 8-12 (4-8) Finish: Lost to Wilson in Class B-2 Quarterfinals Key Returning Players: G Kyle Radack (Sr.), F Jake Pilling (Sr.), F Pete Trathen (Sr.)

Division: CCAA 3 Coach: Bob North 11-12 Record: 13-6 (10-2) Finish: Lost to Portville in Class C-2 Quarterfinals Key Returning Players: F John Coe (Sr.), G Dylan MacCubbin (Sr.), F Danny DeMarco (Sr.)

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Division: CCAA 1 Coach: Jerome Moss 11-12 Record: 16-3 (10-2) Finish: Lost to Depew in Class B-1 Quarterfinals Key Returning Players: G Marquel Ruiz (Sr.), F Jacob Lockett (Sr.)

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Class B: Can Anyone Beat Olean? By Chris Winkler Star Sports Editor

It was a dream year for the Olean Huskies. 22 wins. Undefeated league record. Sectional championship. And it all might happen again — and again. Yes, that’s the question heading into the 2012-13 season, can anyone knock off Jeff Anastasia’s sensational junior class. Five sophomores — and one junior — were all league selections for the Huskies last year, and a team that basically featured a roster of underclassmen was still able to breeze through league play. That group was led by 6-foot-7 now-junior Sam Eckstrom. Classmates Wil Bathurst, Max Portlow, Nick Schmidt and Luke Hennessy round out the class and senior Pat Scholla adds to nals the embarrassment of riches ) that Olean has coming back. But, it’s not all that simple in CCAA Division 1. Sure Olean is loaded, but they’re not the only team returning a lot of talent. Fredonia and Southwestern each return leading scorers and Dunkirk, who is coming off backto-back season with 16 or more wins. In addition, the Marauders only two league losses last year both came at the hands of Olean. Class B-1: Dunkirk is the ), F only Chautauqua County school in B-1 and for the last two years and been the team to beat, only to fall in the playoffs. They lose a solid group of seniors, including all five starters, though. Kevin Holmes, who was the division’s Player of the Year, along with Mike Donaldson, Evan Ahlstrom, Josh Mleczko, Elon DeJesus and Shaquille Thomas will be tough to replace, and not just the minutes.

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Class C: Silver Creek Looks To Avenge Championship Loss To OTC

By Chris Winkler Star Sports Editor

Last year’s championships at Buffalo State featured the March Madness most hoops fans are used to season at the college level. Jamestown lost by a point after a gamewinning shot didn’t fall. Same could be said for Silver Creek, who had a potential game-winning, buzzerLuke Hennessy (No. 10) and Wil Bathurst (No. 11) lead the Olean beating jumper literally rim Huskies, along with classmate Sam Eckstrom. They're the clearout that gave the championcut team to beat in Class B in 2012. (Submitted Photo) Fact is, CCAA 1 looks pretty ship to OTC/Middle Early Elsewhere in B-1, Depew, Reining CCAA Division 2 Player of the Year Zed Williams leads College solid with Olean, Fredonia, Tonawanda and East (BufSilver Creek's hopes for a sectional title. (Photo by Chris Winkler) Now with CCAA Division falo) and Lackawanna figure Southwestern, Alleganythat and enough experience College (Yale Cup 2). 2 Player of the Year Zed to be in the mix. It’s just hard Limestone (Class C-1 now) to fill in elsewhere. They’re and Dunkirk at the top and Williams returning, along to imagine anybody beating They lost three really good going to be very tough to there just aren’t a lot of win- with classmate Steve Marcey players but expect Bri’an Olean at this point. beat. and junior Kaine Kettle, the nable games out there. Brown and Kevin Reese to Favorite: Olean (CCAA 1). Black Knights look like the Contenders: Maple Grove turn into all-league players. Favorites: Charter School It’s the Huskies and then overwhelming favorites to for Applied Tech (NO), Contenders: Allegany-Lime- (CCAA 3), MST Prep (Yale everybody else. at least repeat as division Cleveland Hill (ECIC 4). stone (CCAA 1), Oracle (In- Cup 2), Portville (CCAA 2), champs. Silver Creek hasn’t Contenders: Depew (ECIC Westfield (CCAA 3). dependent), Holland (ECIC Darnell Carson will anchor won a championship since 3) Tonawanda (ECIC 4). Sure, Maple Grove lost just 4), Salamanca (CCAA 2). a young CSAT team, but Can never count out a Larry Carson a nice place to start. 2005, but that drought isn’t Holland loses ECIC Division about everything from last nearly as long as the previJones-coached team. He year’s team, but you’d know Cleve Hill does have a lot 4 Player of the Year — and ous one — their last title took his senior-laden class better to count out a Curt to replace, but junior Jared first team All-ECIC selecprior was in 1977. into Silver Creek last year to Wilkins is good bet to be Fischer-coached team. The tion — Jordan Farrant, but Over in Class C-1, the only upset Dunkirk in the quarRed Dragons probably won’t that league’s Player of the are as good of a guess as Chautauqua County school terfinals. Clayton Hess leads Year. go undefeated in league play, anyone to stay in contenis Cassadaga Valley, who Tonawanda, he’s a first-team but they’ll be there in the tion. Something tells me lost arguably the best player all league selection from last Contenders: Wilson (NO), end. Westfield brings back Salamanca might be a little Southwestern (CCAA 1), in school history in Dustin year. John Coe, who’s the odds-on Fredonia (CCAA 1), Akron Schauman, who led the team better, too, even though they favorite to be league Player Sleepers: Lackawanna lost just as much talent as (NO), City Honors (Yale Cup in scoring each of the past of the Year. How the Wolver(ECIC 4), East (Yale Cup 2), anyone. 2). two years. Senior Tim Bendines adjust without Austin Dunkirk (CCAA 1). er and junior Mike Lancaster Class C-2 Southwestern knocked off Alonge will be interesting, Shaquille Brooks and Norare important pieces for the Favorite: Silver Creek Fredonia in last year’s first though. Portville should man Sweat might have Lack- round and that rivalry might Cougars this year. (CCAA 2). Silver Creek’s main threat in awanna back in the thick of start to heat up on the basNot many teams return three the division and might even Class C-1 things. They upset Dunkirk ketball court now. SouthFavorite: OTC/Middle Early top scorers. Silver Creek has pose a threat down the road in the 2011 quarterfinals and western has Kyle Radack in March. went on to win B-1. and Pete Trathen and that will produce a solid insideClass B-2: Odds are this outside game. The same can league will be just as balbe said for Fredonia who has anced again after Applied first-team all league selecTech pulled off a few minition Dylan Meyer returning upsets to win that part of for his junior year. Classmate the bracket. Locally, SouthNick Johnston and sophowestern and Fredonia both more John Piper keep the figured to be much better, Hillbillies as a young team, but I don’t expect much but one on the rise. from Falconer or Gowanda.

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ls Sr.), .) But as is the case in high school athletics, people graduate. “You live in the past, you die in the past,” Nelson said. Certainly while Panama relied heavily on its seniors, they also relied on Alec Blose, a two-year starter that has already scored more than 400 points in his career. Blose average 13 points per game and led the team in threepointers and steals. Finding a go-to scorer certainly isn’t on Nelson’s to-do list. “His biggest task is getting s other guys involved,” Nelson Jr.), said of his senior. “He can ) score, and he’s used to being the guy at the junior level, but he has to keep the big goal in mind. I’m excited to see what he can do.” A strong junior class will fill in the obvious voids elsewhere. Nick Kirby, a junior forward,

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is expected to play more minutes this year and could start. Joining him and Blose to round up the frontcourt is senior Brandon Lewis, who was Nelson’s 8th man last year and top frontcourt reserve. Stepping in at point guard will be junior Dan Odell, who gave Lenart the occasional spell last year and is the team’s second leading returning rebounder behind Blose. “He’s a great athlete and can certainly take over and do a Panama coach Ed Nelson led the Panthers to their first sectional title good job,” Nelson said. in 41 years. What will they do as an encore? (Photo by Chris Winkler) Odell and fellow returnee in practice so far,” Nelson said estville in their league. and classmate Bryce Payne of Eddy. “There’s no clear-cut prewere the top two options for season No. 1 favorite,” Nelson While Panama will be up in Nelson off the bench. Payne, Division 3, the goal is still the said of Class D. “Sherman, the 6th man a year ago, will same to win a sectional cham- Clymer, a lot of teams lost a likely start alongside Odell in bunch of key players. And the backcourt. Joining them is pionship. So, even though Brocton is getting better and they won’t have Clymer and junior Ricky Eddy, who played coach Franze is smarter than Sherman to battle with, they sparingly a year ago. will have Pine Valley and For- all of us. Can’t count anybody “He’s really taken an extra step

out, there’s a lot of great basketball being played.” Favorites: Sherman (CCAA 4), Clymer (CCAA 4), Panama (CCAA 3), Pine Valley (CCAA 3). It’s pretty even up at top, but I’ll add Pine Valley into the top tier that had consisted of three teams last year. Senior Lucas Trombley has the Panthers in good position to get back to the winning ways that saw the program win five of the last nine sectional championships. Sherman has the best backcourt in Andrew Graham and Ryan Robson coming back, but both are still just juniors. Clymer can rely on senior forward Dan Lictus, but the question is if the Pirates can find enough scoring elsewhere. Jake Wiggers, Connor Payne and Mitch Einink will

be needed to step up. Sleepers: Brocton (CCAA 4), North Collins (CCAA 4), Olmsted (Yale Cup 2) Brocton sprung an upset over Pine Valley in last year’s quarters to reach the semifinals at JCC. They have their top two players Dan Ferguson and Jordan Patterson coming back. North Collins will probably have the league’s leading in Jared Keppel. Getting more scoring out of Todd Youngman and Jared Bauerlein is key. Finally, Olmsted is always a wild card coming out of the Yale Cup. They’ll face the stiffest competition of any of these during the regular season and will improve on last year 3-11 league record. First Teamers: Keppel (North Collins), Graham (Sherman), Robson (Sherman), Lictus (Clymer), Ferguson (Brocton).

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As NHL Lockout Continues, More Eyes Turn To AHL By John Kekis Associated Press

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Bare-chested and dripping with sweat after a brief morning skate, Syracuse Crunch left winger Cory Conacher stood at the edge of the rink and tested the feel of a new hockey stick. ''Are there illegal curves in this league,'' Conacher asked Friday with a devilish smile before retreating to the dressing room in the bowels of the Onondaga County War Memorial. Indeed, the NHL lockout was an afterthought, at best, at that moment for Conacher, who is busy carving out a career in the American Hockey League. A player, just 22 years old, who fits those classic sports cliches right now — upside, potential, you name it — Conacher, like so many others in the league that they call the ''A,'' has no time to be concerned with the league that's not playing hockey these days. All that matters, is he's playing somewhere. And he's making the most of it. ''Everyone thinks about it, but right now there's no NHL and I don't even really worry about it,'' said Conacher, who had 39 goals and 80 points to earn AHL rookie of the year honors last season. ''I'm not a guy that does research. I don't know what the talks are like. There will be stuff on Twitter every once in a while, but I'm more worried about playing here and continuing to develop. ''It's only my second year of professional, so it's important for me to continue to grow and stay consistent.'' That's good news for the home team and the entire AHL. Fans and the media are showing great interest in Conacher and Co., as the lockout, which began on Sept. 15, rages on. So far, all scheduled NHL games through Nov. 30 — 327 and the New Year's Day outdoor Winter Classic — have been cancelled, and more cancellations are likely if a deal isn't reached soon. The

Cory Conacher of the Tampa Bay Lightning is having another big season in the AHL, this year with Syracuse. While most veterans have had to turn overseas to continue playing, youngsters with two-way contracts like Conacher have been able to stay in the AHL to fine-tune their skills. (AP Photo)

All-Star Game, in Columbus, Ohio, could be next off the list, as talks continue to produce little. Though everybody, at all levels of this game, would like to see the impasse end sooner than later, the atmosphere in the AHL has never been better. At midweek, overall attendance in the 30-team AHL stood at 970,416 after 184 games, an average of 5,274 per game. Five clubs were averaging more than 7,000 and another 10 were surpassing 5,000 nightly. Hershey led with an average attendance of 8,684 in six home games, while Syracuse had attracted 5,440 per game for the first four home dates, ahead of 2011-12. ''We're way ahead in everything — tickets, sponsorship,'' said Crunch owner Howard Dolgon, who switched NHL aﬃliations from Anaheim to Tampa Bay prior to the season. ''I don't think that's all related to the lockout. I think, for us, a part of that is the excitement over the change in aﬃliations and the quality of the teams. ''I certainly think that there's more of an emphasis on the American Hockey League now across the board. People are realizing just how good this league is, and now that they're seeing it, the players are probably feeling a real sense of pride playing in this league. We've always been the secondbest league in the world.

''Now, more people know that we are.'' A week ago, the Crunch played the Hamilton Bulldogs at the Bell Centre in Montreal, and a near-capacity crowd showed up for the first hockey game of the year on the home ice of the Montreal Canadiens. ''It was crazy,'' said Jim Sarosy, chief operating oﬃcer of the Crunch. ''There were 18,000 people there all missing hockey. Absolutely, there is a buzz.'' Syracuse coach Jon Cooper marveled at the attention. ''When we went to Canada, TSN, the equivalent of ESPN, has got AHL highlights going all the time,'' Cooper said. ''We're sitting there watching our scores on national TV. That's something that probably wouldn't happen had the NHL been going on, but it was definitely a lot of fun for our guys.'' Headed into the weekend, Syracuse was 7-2-1-1 and in first place in the East Division. ''These guys are intense,'' Cooper said. ''There's more talent out here, the ability to make plays, goal scoring, every line is a threat to score. I don't know if you could say that a year ago. The league's just much deeper now.'' And being eyed more closely. NHL facilities operations manager Dan Craig, the socalled ice guru of the league, is in town to make sure the War Memorial's ice surface is

consistent. Tampa Bay coach Guy Boucher is spending his second weekend in Syracuse, and Lightning general manager Steve Yzerman has been to a handful of Crunch games. ''That's stuff we never see,'' Sarosy said. ''And then the media, articles in the Toronto Sun following local products, Oklahoma City on the front page of The Hockey News. That's stuff we would never have if the NHL was playing.'' To be sure, the product on the ice in AHL arenas is above average and promises only to get better the longer the lockout continues. Look no further than the top ten in scoring so far. On that list is Oklahoma City's Jordan Eberle, Rochester's Marcus Foligno, and Adirondack's Brayden Schenn. All three are young NHLers who will play valuable minutes for Edmonton, Buffalo and Philadelphia, respectively, once — or if — the NHL season commences. ''Any first line of any team could be in the NHL, so the level of play is a little higher,'' Crunch defenseman J.P. Cote said. ''It's good for everybody. Everybody raises their play.'' Although it's still early, the Crunch is intent on repeating as league champion. The team won the Calder Cup a year ago while based in Norfolk, Va. ''It's a good environment, a good team, a good group of guys,'' said winger Brett Connolly, who played in 68 games for Tampa Bay last season. ''We're off to a good start. I'm having a lot of fun. ''Obviously, the NHL is on a lot of people's minds, but it can't be because you don't know when it's going to start again. If it's locked out for the whole season, we've got a team here that can repeat. There's a lot of positive things.'' Like that new curved stick. ''If the NHL does come back, maybe I will get my chance,'' Conacher said. ''I've got to take advantage of all the opportunities I'm given and go from there.'' So far, so good.

NHL Labor Talks Resume, Progress Still Limited By Ira Podell Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — The NHL and the locked-out players are talking again, just not for very long. After an eight-day wait between bargaining sessions — as hockey remained on ice — negotiations resumed Monday night at the league oﬃce, but were over in less than two hours. There wasn't any visible anger between the sides when talks wrapped up for the night, and both camps spoke optimistically that discussions would continue soon. ''We will be in touch with them in the morning,'' union executive director Donald Fehr said on a chilly Manhattan sidewalk Monday night. ''It's certainly a good possibility of it. I would say it's more likely than not.'' The only question is when — or whether — one side will say something the other really wants to hear. These negotiations have been going for a while, yet there hasn't been any kind of breakthrough to pave the way to a deal that would allow the already shortened hockey season to get started.

The lockout entered its 65th day on Monday and has already wiped out 327 games. More cancellations could be coming soon, but the NHL hasn't said when another such announcement might be coming. For now the focus is still on trying to get a deal as quickly as possible. Both sides know the lockout has inflicted a lot of damage on the sport that produced record revenues of over $3 billion last season. Every day of lost time is hurting everyone, and at some point owners and players will have to decide how much of the losses each side will have to absorb. ''I think every week is important in the process,'' NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly said. ''I don't attach a particular significance to this week over last week or next week. I want to play tomorrow.'' Not a whole lot was accomplished on Monday, but the sides at least looked forward to the next time they will get together. ''We talked about various things,'' Fehr said. ''No new proposals were made, they were not expected to be made. We had hoped to engage them in a discussion about the

player contracting issues that are so important to the players. At least tonight they were unwilling to do that.'' The league contends that it is waiting for the players to present a full proposal on all the major issues — including core economics and player contracting, which deals with the entry-level system, arbitration and free agency. After the request was made, the players' association asked for a break and the meeting adjourned soon after. ''We've never heard a full proposal from them,'' Daly said. ''They have given us a variation of the same proposal on economics a couple of times and there was no change in that position. They are still suggesting that they are moving in our direction on economics, but until we know exactly what their position is on economics now, we think it's all tied together and would like to hear it all together. ''It's our position that we've made a couple comprehensive proposals in a row. We'd like to know where they are on all of the issues. We asked that they put together a comprehensive proposal for us to consider.'' Union representatives, along

with 18 players who were in attendance, returned to the players' association oﬃce to have further internal discussions Monday night. Those could stretch into Tuesday, when the sides are expected to at least talk by phone. Another Continued on pg 11

Tight Loss To Binghamton, “Black Friday” Game on TV

Marcus Foligno added a goal last week and currently leads Rochester in points. If the lockout ever ends, you can be sure to see Foligno called up immediately. (AP Photo)

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BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — Derek Grant scored a pair of goals, including the gamewinner, as the Binghamton Senators defeated the Rochester Americans 3-2 Saturday night at Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena. The loss marks Rochester’s second straight of the weekend and drops the Amerks to 8-6-1-0 on the season. Kevin Porter and Evan Rankin each scored for the Amerks, while Brayden McNabb and Brian Flynn each notched assists to extend their point streaks to four and seven games, respectively. David Leggio earned the start for Rochester, stopping 33 of 36 shots on net. Ther Amerks also outshot the B-Sens 51-36 in the contest. Spencerport native Shane Prince rounded out the scoring for Binghamton, who also earned a 49-save effort from goaltender Robin Lehner. Rochester got on the board first at 11:58 of the opening period when Porter notched his fifth goal of the season. Frederick Roy advanced the puck to Marcus Foligno at the offensive blue line to create a 3-on-1 rush, and Foligno moved up the left wing boards before feeding a cross-ice pass to Porter, who backhanded it past Lehner for the goal. Foligno picked up his team-leading 16th point of the season on the goal while Roy collected his second helper of the year. The Senators evened things up just over a minute into the second period when defenseman Fredrik Claesson’s

shot from the blue line was deflected by Grant in the slot and re-directed past Leggio for the goal. Claesson was credited with the lone assist on the goal. Later in the period, Prince gave Binghamton a 2-1 lead when he scored the first goal of his professional career. Prince, stationed in front the Amerks crease, got his stick on a low shot from the point by Tyler Eckford and deflected it high into the net for the go-ahead goal. That lead would be shortlived, however, as Rankin tied the game with a power-play goal just one minute and 27 seconds later. Rankin tipped in a point shot by McNabb, who was set up with a pass from Flynn. By recording the assists on the play, Flynn extended his point streak to seven games while McNabb collected a point for the fourth consecutive outing. Binghamton regained its lead at the 4:38 mark of the third period when Grant scored his second goal of the night that proved to be the gamewinner. With the Amerks on a power-play, Grant picked up a loose puck in the neutral zone, rushed up the right wing boards, and tucked a shot inside the post for the unassisted, shorthanded goal. The Amerks return to action on Friday, Nov. 23 at The Blue Cross Arena when they host the Albany Devils at 7:05 p.m. The “Black Friday” match-up will be the first of four meetings between the teams this season. It will be televised on Time Warner Cable SportsChannel and can also be heard on Sports 1280 WHTK.

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In a collaborative effort to restore Gilt Darter populations in the Allegheny River Watershed, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and partners released approximately 1,200 Gilt Darter (Percina evides) juveniles into the Allegheny River and Oswayo Creek in Cattaraugus County in western New York. "Today's effort is a positive step forward in restoring this species to its historic range, as well as increasing the diversity of our aquatic ecosystems," said DEC Commissioner Joe Martens. "This stocking event represents a milestone in the

recovery of Gilt Darters in New York and culminates years of collaborative fishery restoration efforts." "One of the Service's goals is to work toward fully functional and sustainable landscapes," said David Stilwell of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. "This multi-agency effort to re-introduce gilt darters to the Allegheny River in New York brings us one step closer to restoring the natural heritage of this wonderful river. We look forward to working together in partnership on future projects in the Allegheny watershed." "SUNY Cobleskill faculty, staff and students are all very proud of our contribution to this collaborative effort to conserve and restore the Allegheny River

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efforts exemplify the "Resource First" philosophy of the PFBC's mission and we are pleased to have contributed." Classified by New York State as an endangered fish species, the Gilt Darter has been identified as a priority species for recovery efforts. Today's release marks the first time that Gilt Darters have been stocked in New York waters, and represents a five-year cooperative restoration effort between US Fish and Wildlife Service, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, Conservation Fisheries Inc. and SUNY Cobleskill. The stocking sites are located near Olean and Portville, New York and near South Carrolton on the Seneca Nation of Indian's Reservation.

ecosystem," said Dr. John Foster, Professor and Chair of the Fisheries and Wildlife Department at SUNY Cobleskill. "This challenging and important project has provided a broad spectrum of opportunities for SUNY Cobleskill's Fisheries & Aquaculture students to learn from and work with fisheries biologists from the NYSDEC, PA Fish & Boat Commission and Conservation Fisheries Incorporated." According to John Arway, Executive Director of the PA Fish & Boat Commission (PFBC), "The inter-state cooperation in fisheries science and management supporting this project has been exceptional and should advance the recovery of the gilt darter and other rare species in the region. These

The species is found 20 miles south in Pennsylvania but has been absent from New York for the past 75 years. In addition to their history in the Allegheny watershed, Gilt Darters occur in parts of the Appalachians and in the Midwest. Fish surveys have shown them to exist in only 12 states. Averaging two to three inches in length and occasionally reaching 4 inches, the Gilt Darter is a small-sized fish. In early summer, Gilt Darter males undergo a brilliantly colorful phase and develop striking yellow black and green shades across their back, explaining why their latin name means "attractive." Gilt darters are bottom feeders and eat a variety of invertebrates including aquatic insect larvae and crustaceans.

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hit natural baits like egg sacs and worms, flies such as egg imitations, streamers and bugger patterns, and lures like minnow-type stickbaits and in-line spinners. The fish passage project at the Westfield Water Works dam on Chautauqua Creek has been completed. This fish passage gives steelhead access to an additional 10 miles of stream that runs through a deep, wooded gorge. There are about 7 miles of public fishing rights easements (PFR) over that stretch of stream. See the Chautauqua Creek PFR Map (PDF) (409 KB) to view these public access areas. When weather permits, there is still good opportunity to catch a bucket

st Cattaraugus Creek is currently flowing at about 330 cubic feet per second and conditions will be prime d through the weekend. Catches of oal fresh silvery steelhead were good last weekend in the lowest section. he However, catches were spotty in k the upper sections. All of the other nt tributaries are back to lower, clear ct- flows. Using light fluorocarbon tiphe pets, small baits, small hooks and moving stealthily is the way to go when fishing clear conditions. tied Lake Erie steelhead commonly ay 7 ed b, League Baseball and does not fans have with the instability in s otherwise warrant the exercise our roster at a time when we of any of my powers to prevent were hoping to be very stable nn its completion,'' Selig said in in the new stadium,'' Beinfest to a statement. ''It is, of course, said. ''It's not a lot of fun.'' b up to the clubs involved to By contrast, the trade stamps make the case to their respecthe Blue Jays as contenders tive fans that this transaction in the AL East. They haven't ead makes sense and enhances the reached the playoffs since rd competitive position of each, winning their second consecnow or in the future.'' utive World Series in 1993. ht The players traded by the e- Marlins have combined guar- Miami also finalized a deal on anteed salaries of $163.75 mil- with outfielder Juan Pierre, who agreed to a $1.6 million, d lion through 2018, including one-year contract. That leaves tral $96 million due Reyes. the Marlins with an estimated opening-day payroll of $36 ''I understand the pause the

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Collaborative Recovery Eﬀort Returns Rare Gilt Darter Fish to the Allegheny River

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full of yellow perch from Lake Erie. Anglers have recently caught good numbers of big perch (11"-13") in 40-52 feet of water between Sturgeon Point and Cattaraugus Creek. Emerald shiners are top perch bait, however salted shiners and worms also work.

weed edges in 10-16 feet of water. Good methods include casting large bucktail spinners or stickbaits over the weeds or trolling on the outside of weed edges with large jointed stickbaits and crankbaits.

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November is traditionally the best time to fish for muskellunge in the upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. As water temperatures drop below 50 degrees, musky move in to overwinter. Musky anglers have picked up a few by drifting with large tube jigs or by casting large stickbaits around Strawberry Island. Trolling around the outer Buffalo Harbor and north gap has also produced

The open-lake fishing season is winding down and most anglers have pulled their boats for the season. However, fishing prospects are still good. Anglers can find good yellow perch and sunfish action in nearshore areas of 8-16 feet of water. Minnows, worms or small ice fishing jigs tipped with waxworms work well. Boaters can target musky near

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In addition to stocking, restoration of this species in New York includes understanding and protecting their critical habitats. While the exact cause for the fish's decline is unknown, biologists attribute its decline in New York State to water quality deterioration and past siltation. Subsequent improvements in water quality and land use conservation practices bode well for the future survival of these fish. DEC will continue to monitor the status of Gilt Darters in the Allegheny River Watershed and is hopeful that this new population within the Allegheny watershed will become successfully established. More information about Gilt Darters can be found on DEC's website.

some musky catches. Shore anglers are catching fair numbers of yellow perch and rock bass at Broderick Park, the north tip of Squaw Island and at the foot of Ontario Street. Casting spoons or drifting egg sacs from Bird Island Pier and Broderick Park usually produces some trout catches at this time of year. If you need more fishing information or would like to contribute to the fishing report, please call or e-mail Mike Todd (716-851-7010; mttodd@ gw.dec.state.ny.us) or Jim Markham (716-366-0228; jlmarkha@gw.dec. state.ny.us). The fishing hotline can also be heard at (716) 679-ERIE or (716) 855-FISH.

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freshmen and sophomore guard Tatiana Wilson. Katie ey Healy promptly got fouled and converted both free throws y” followed by a Nyla Rueter of driving lay-in. Wilson came e down the next possession and e stuck a floater in the lane to cut the lead to three, forcing a can Colgate timeout. 80 The Bonnies would continue their run as Crowley began to slowly filter starters back on to the floor. Ashley Zahn came in and hit a three-pointer from the corner off an inbounds play to give the Brown and White their first lead of the game at the 10:35 mark. The Raiders would come down the floor and tie the game, but a pair of Doris Ortega free throws gave SBU the lead that they would never relinquish. The Bonnies closed the half on a 30-10 run. After starting 0-6 from the floor, SBU shot 11-34 in the first half but were a disappointing 2-13 from long range. Alaina Walker paced the scoring with a game high

nine points at that stage. Ortega was filling the stat sheet, registering seven points, four rebounds, three steals and two assists by the midway point. SBU got the second half started with hot hands. They would build the lead up to 22, 42-20, with an 11-0 run in the first 3:20, before allowing Colgate to score. From there however, it was the Raiders who began to chip away. The Bonnies offense became stagnant but for a shot while maintained the lead. By the 7:13 mark, Colgate had cut the lead to just ten points. The teams would trade baskets over the next five minutes. Colgate held the Bonnies without a field goal over the last 5:58. The Raiders would cut the lead to single digits, 54-45, with 41 seconds to play but would come no closer. The Bonnies hung on to win by that score. With the win St. Bonaventure moves to 3-0 for the tenth time in program history. SBU

face-to-face meeting could take place Tuesday, or perhaps on Wednesday. It is unclear if talks will continue through the Thanksgiving holiday if any momentum is generated in the earlier part of the week. The players tried to put the focus on player-contract issues on Monday night before returning to specific revenue and economic areas, but the NHL wasn't interested in that

because the league considers everything to be intertwined. Neither side wants to agree to anything, or make concessions in one single area, without knowing how those will affect other parts of the CBA that still needs to be negotiated. ''Our position all along has been on the player contracting issues that they become considerably more important to players as the cap becomes limited,'' Fehr said. ''We made

achieved that payroll range.'' The Marlins flopped as big spenders. They began the year with a franchise-record payroll of $112 million, then went 69-93, their worst record since 1999. After sinking to last place by midseason, the Marlins traded former NL batting champion Hanley Ramirez, second baseman Omar Infante, righthander Anibal Sanchez and closer Heath Bell. ''We've finished in last place the past two years, and that is unacceptable,'' Loria said in

million for active players, which would be their lowest since 2008. In the latest figures, Oakland had the lowest payroll in the majors this year at $59.5 million. While Beinfest said the Marlins acquired championshipcaliber talent, fans believe Loria's goal was to increase his profits in the new ballpark rather than put increased revenue into the roster. ''We did receive a payroll range from ownership that we needed to achieve,'' Beinfest said. ''With this transaction, we have

hits the road for an eightgame road stand starting on Tuesday (Nov. 20) at Fairfield. From there the Bonnies will travel to New Mexico, then Delaware, Toledo, Buffalo and West Virginia before returning home to face the Golden Griffins of Canisius (Dec. 16). GAME NOTES: Doris Ortega registered her second consecutive double-double (fourth of her career) with 12 points and 10 rebounds. Ortega also picked up four steals and handed out two assists. Alaina Walker scored 15 points and grabbed seven rebounds. Ashley Zahn went 2-7 from three-point land for eight points. CeCe Dixon scored 11 on 4-14 shooting (2-6 3FG) and had three steals. Freshman Katie Healy, who scored 12 points in each of the first two games, scored just 2 points on 0-3 from the floor, 2-3 from the free throw line. The Bench contributed zero points in the second half for SBU. The Bonnies shot just 30.0 percent from the floor in the victory.

a statement. ''It's incumbent on us to make the changes necessary to make us a winner again. It may not happen overnight. But with the players we acquired in the second half of last season, coupled with the infusion of players we are acquiring now, we will be returning to Marlins baseball: high energy and hungry.'' Reyes, Buehrle and Bell signed multiyear deals as newcomers a year ago during an unprecedented Marlins spending spree, and Beinfest acknowledged other free agents might be now

reluctant to sign with Miami. ''It'll be a factor,'' he said. ''I don't think we're happy about this at all. I understand there may be some disdain in the marketplace. We won't know until we get into those negotiations with free agents. It's definitely not great for the club, and we're going to have to deal with it.'' Miami's biggest remaining star, slugger Giancarlo Stanton, has been among those expressing anger about the trade. Beinfest said he hadn't talked with Stanton about the deal.

DEVILS STOMP CAZENOVIA continued from pg 4 rebounds, and three assists. Senior guard Erica Shaw led Nazareth with 12 points. The Blue Devils used stifling defense to trigger their fast

break and raced out to a 30-12 lead in the first half. Seven players scored during the stretch, which included a 22-2 run. Nazareth regrouped with a 9-0

run of its own to trail 30-21. The Golden Flyers continued to close the gap and trailed by seven before Hebert drilled a three-point basket. The Blue Devils led 35-26 at halftime.

TOUGH WEEKEND FOR HOCKEY continued from pg 4 The Blue Devils were skating with a two-man advantage when A.J. Moyer made it 1-0 for the Red Dragons at 14:40 of the second period. Adam Bevilacqua made it 2-0 Cortland while his team was one man short. The Blue Devils had a chance

to cut their deficit in half but could not convert on a breakaway later in the second period. The Red Dragons added insurance with a power-play goal by Chris Kaleta just 29 seconds into the third period. Hehr redirected a shot from

the point at 1:41 of the third period for his fourth goal of the year. Castriota flipped in a bouncing puck 25 seconds later to trim the Cortland lead to 3-2. It was Castriota's first goal of the season. Cortland's Michael Lysyj scored into an empty net with 16 seconds left.

BILLS HAVEN’T GIVEN UP YET continued from pg 7 opponent's 20. That includes the Bills scoring four TDs on seven red-zone possessions in a 37-31 loss at New England last weekend. Quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick credited the Dolphins' defense

for playing well, and noted that it was diﬃcult to prepare a full game plan with only three days of practice. ''Yesterday, there's some stuff we have to look at and correct,'' Fitzpatrick said.

He'll still take the win. ''It's a rosier day, today,'' Fitzpatrick said. ''There's more sunshine in here today than there's been the last few weeks. It makes everybody feel better.''

the union requested another meeting with the league. ''We could've taken a couple of weeks off, I suppose,'' Fehr said. ''It's hard for me to see how you make an agreement if you aren't talking, so you talk. Sometimes it doesn't lead anywhere, and perhaps very often it doesn't lead anywhere, but if you aren't talking it's 100 percent sure it doesn't lead anywhere. ''They were willing to have the meeting if we said we wanted

to meet. That is about as far as I can go.'' Daly said the NHL is always willing to listen if the players have something meaningful to say. ''We're never going to shut down the process,'' he said. ''If they think there is a reason to meet and we can make progress, we're happy to meet. That's what we told them and that's what led to today's meeting.''

WHEN WILL THIS LOCKOUT END? continued from pg 10 proposals in a couple of areas in this regard, which moved toward them, but we wanted to talk about the rest of these to see where we were. We indicated to them the last time we met and again today that if we put aside for a moment the effect of the lockout on revenues — we didn't think we were too far apart on the share — and if that was right we can back into a discussion on the revenues. We wanted to know where we were on the

player contracting stuff first, and they were unwilling to do that — at least tonight.'' Fehr said the NHLPA would consider the NHL's request for a full proposal, and try to figure out what the next step will be. No one would say if they thought such an offer would come Tuesday. After turning down a suggestion from NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman to take a twoweek break from negotiations,

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tractor trailer. big trucksclutch jobs. $1350 parts, labor compare prices 716-6727242

Close to town. Available 12/1/12. 425/mo plus security. Call 716-792-7243.

MADENFORD SPRING & AUTO

WESTFIELD 2BR UPPER

Two bedroom in downtown Fredonia. Heat and Internet included. Must see to believe. Call Larry at 673-3049 for an appointment. APARTMENT FOR RENT

RENT ANGOLA ON THE LAKE

COMPARE PRICES to save. Madenford spring & auto. Car-truck repairs. inspections 716-672-7242 MADENFORD SPRING & AUTO

dont travel out of area. get your heavy truck/trailer inspected local 672-7242 716672-7242 MADENFORD SPRING & AUTO

Yearly Large 1st ﬂr. ﬂat 2 bdrm plus. Lg fam/liv rooms. Full dining room. Extra shower/laundry in basement. Attached garage. Beautiful quiet setting. Private beach. $995+ No pets/smoking. Live in paradise 716-549-1765

guaranteed to beat competitors prices. over 30 years exp.672-7242

2 BDRM APT W/APPLIANCES

MADENFORD SPRING & AUTO

2 BDRM APT 2/3 STUDENTS $1000 SEC. TOTAL, $700MTH RENT TOTAL, SHARE GAS, WATER & ELEC. READY NOW. 407-473-2683 J’TOWN 2BDRM, ON THE LAKE

Renovated unit with Lake frontage, garage, D/W, $610 inc heat and hot water. Sec Dep 716-450-2254

MADENFORD SPRING & AUTO

free state inspection with $150 or more in repairs on any vehicle 672-7242. fredonia best prices on tires & any auto repair. 672-7242 716672-7242 to get your undercoating done with Krown Undercoating Protection 814-835-0549 3063 w 26th Erie, Pa AUTO UNDERCOATING

MADENFORD SPRING & AUTO

get your winter tires here cheaper than others 6727242 madenford spring & auto 716-672-7242 MADENFORD SPRING & AUTO

HOUSES BEAUTIFUL RANCH IN RIPLEY

Move in condition. ﬁnished basement w/ﬁreplace. central air. 2 1/2 car attached garage, large lot. $85,000. 716-792-9462 or 716-736-7183

Very nice, Many updates 3-4 bedroom in great Dunkirk neighborhood. $59,900. Jan Colvin 716-467-1817

SINGLE FAMILY HOME

EXECUTIVE HOME 3100 SQ FT

In West Ellicot/Jamestown. Furnished includes 2000 Mercedes. $397,000. For more information call 716490-2964

we do it all! 716-640-0604

CONCRETE HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING Foundations, sidewalks,

driveways, ﬂoors & heated ﬂoors / sidewalks. We do it all! 716-640-0604

ELECTRICAL_SERVICES AIR_CONDITIONING_ HEATING

BROCTON 2 BEDROOM UPPER

HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING Floors, showers, walls -

ZIMMERMAN MOBILE HOME

3-4 BDRM APTS MOVE IN NOW

for the remainder of the school year pay for 2nd semester plus utilities. Very nice! 716-673-7317

CERAMIC_TILE

come get your vehicle ready for winter for less money.672-7242 MADENFORD SPRING & AUTO any vehicle any repair

madenford spring & auto. 672-7242 MADENFORD SPRING & AUTO

your one place to be treated like person not dollar sign auto repairs .672-7242 716672-7242

BUILDERS_AND REMODELERS HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING & PROPERTY MAINTE-

NANCE. Meeting all of your building, remodeling, home improvement, & property maintenance needs! Fully licensed & insured. www. holtcontractingwny.com 716-640-0604

HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING New service & upgrades,

repairs & add-on’s, no job too small! 716-640-0604

EXCAVATING HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING Excavation, drainage,

foundations, gravel, driveways . We do it all - reasonable rates! 716-640-0604

FENCING HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING Fences, decks & railings.

All types of construction & materials installed. Design sevices available. 716-6400604

FLOORING HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING Flooring - all types in-

ROOFING HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING Shingles, metal, EPDM

(rubber),composites & repairs. Call today! 716-6400604

stalled. Reasonable rates! 716-640-0604

SEPTIC_TANK_AND_ DRAINS

INSULATION

HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING Repairs & new systems.

SPRAY

FOAM

INSULATION

hard/soft foam available. Also oﬀering attic vacuuming. call STEVE BITTINGER 716-761-6189 HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING Blown in ﬁberglass & ce-

lulose, also rolled. Get a tax break to make your home more eﬃcient! 716-640-0604

LANDSCAPING HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING Very reasonable! - De-

sign & install! 716-640-0604

MASONRY HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING Foundations & repairs,

re-point & repair. 716-6400604

MISCELLANEOUS

Design services available. 716-640-0604

SIDING_AND_AWNINGS HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING Metal, vinyl, composites.

Design sevices available. Let us show you what’s available! 716-640-0604

WINDOWS CUSTOM WINDOW

GLASS

BLOCK

We make n install custom made glass block windows.Affordable/High Quality 716-484-8312 free est.

HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING All types! Repacement

& new constrction. Thermal - vinyl lifetime warrenty! Tax break! 716-640-0604

PARANORMAL INVESTIGATIONS PARANORMAL INVES-

TIGATIONS SPECIAL PARANORMAL ACTIONS TEAM 716-584-1395 spatghosthunters@gmail.com

PAINTING HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING Professional, neat &

clean! Interior & exterior. Reasonable rates! 716-6400604

PLUMBING HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING Repairs, drains cleared,

new constuction & add-ons, hot water tanks & baseboard heat. 716-640-0604

POLE_BUILDINGS HOLT GENERAL CONTRACTING All types - Design & build!

Kits available! 716-640-0604

MOTORCYCLES

VANS

We have a large selection of seats in stock priced from $40.00 716-338-7395

2001 FORD E350 SUPER DUTY

HOGG SHOPPE

TWO 42” HUB MOUNT DUALS

91 HD Ultra Classic new engine, new tires, new brakes, green & black 716-338-7395

TIRES FOR SALE

HOGG SHOPPE

no hardware, chrome rails $600.00 716-338-7395

91 HD Ultra Classic new engine, new tires, new brakes, green & black 716-338-7395

AUTOS

SUVS

CLASSIC CAR FOR SALE 1970 malibu. 327 auto. cragar ss rims. very nice $15000 neg. 672-7242. yellow/black stripe 1956 OLDSMOBILE ROCKET 88

For restoration. $3,500 716597-6372 1950S MERCEDES BENZ 220

For Restoration. $3,000 716597-6372 24,125 original miles. $22,500 For more information call 716-490-2964.

1963

MGB

BOATS 3 Person Priced to sell! 716-4889094 PEDAL PADDLE BOAT

VEHICLE_ACCESSORIES

Leather coats and chaps in stock starting at $45.00 716-338-7395

HOGG SHOPPE

HOGG SHOPPE HOGG SHOPPE HD hard bags,

E350 Van 131,000 miles Runs good. $2,500 Call 716-597-6372

Very good condition, 122K, AWD, AC, power windows/locks, sunroof. (716)-673-1901. 716673-1901

2004 HONDA CR-V (EX)

TRUCKS

Firestone - Size 18.4 R 42 $1,600 Good condition. Call 716-597-6372. 2 new Studded Snow Tires on new rims. 245-70R 17, Fits 2011 Chevy Silverado. leave message 716-679-9705

FORD DIESEL ENGINE 474 / 7.8 Liter - Runs great. $ 2,800 Many engines for sale 716597-6372 CHEVY454 BIG BLOCK ENGINE

Carbeurated. $500. Many engines for sale. Call 716-597-6372

WESTERN SNOW PLOW BLADE

Good Condition. $600 716597-6372

63000 miles 350 carbureted Runs great $1900 716-597-6372

1984 CHEVY 3500

1982 CHEVROLET C-70 33k miles. 5-speed trans. 366 gas engine. Tires in excellent condition. $4,200. 716-5976372. 1976 WATER TANKER TRUCK

Intl Transtar 4300 412k mi 10-spd Fuller Trans. Cummins 290 Engine. $7,800 716-5976372

MISCELLANEOUS military items and hunting items. Guns, Swords, Helmets, Foreign county uniforms, etc. Will buy complete collections. Jim Schermerhorn - 326-2854

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