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Manna enjoying her time at West Point Will-South grad becomes member of the Long Gray Line By Matthew Ondesko MANAGING EDITOR
There are times you just forget. You forget they are only kids. Kids that have made a life changing decision. They look invincible in their dress uniforms. They look like they can change the world. That nothing can hurt them. But, remember, they are just like you and I. The only difference is they are going to be serving our country in just a couple of years, helping to protect the freedom that many of us enjoy. But, at the end of the day, they are college students. “We get personified as these invincible, tough human beings,” stated West Point Firstie Maria Manna. “But, none of us are like that. We all love being ourselves and doing things like shopping and playing sports. What normal people like to do.” For Williamsville South High School graduate Maria Manna she grew up not knowing much about the military life. She didn’t come from a military family. So, when the United States Military Academy at West Point came to St. Gregory the Great one day she was hooked. Maybe it was the awe of the dress gray uniforms the Cadets were wearing that day. Maybe it was the sense
Pictured from the United States Military Academy West Point, left to right, are: Devin Long (Georgia), Maria Manna (Williamsville), Andrew Mohr (Williamsville). of pride she had watching them sing for everybody. Whatever the case was, Manna knew she wanted to follow the path of the military. She wanted to get an Ivy League education, while serving her country in the process. “West Point Catholic Choir came to my church [St. Gregory the Great] when I was in sixth grade.
Before that I had never heard of West Point,” explained Manna. “When they came they looked very impressive in their uniforms and I was able to talk with them afterward. I just had that vision of being a Cadet. With my personality, I was a natural fit.” But, like most young men and women who attend one of the three acad-
emies, the reality of academy life hits you straight in the face. Becoming a member of the prestigious Long Gray Line isn’t easy. It isn’t handed to you on a silver platter. You need to work for it. You need to be committed to the cause. Committed to the military lifestyle and training, while still going to class and participat-
ing in other activities, like sports and Glee Club. “We take certain classes at West Point, like survival swimming,” stated Manna. “This is where you learn to swim with your gear. It is very difficult being 130-pounds and carrying 45-pounds of gear in the water, while trying not to drown. The nickname for the class is Cow [Junior
year] drowning. The standards in this class are the same for men and women.” Manna is a singer. She sings at West Point and has been able to travel around the United States to perform. Not many people can say they have been able to perform in front of thousands of people at Yankee Stadium, but she can. “Being in Glee Club freshman year I was able to leave almost every weekend,” said Manna. I traveled to Kentucky and was able to sing at some military balls. Members of the club were also invited to perform at some major sporting events. The Houston Texans and New York Rangers invited members of the Glee Club down to sing the national anthem. So, that was really exiting - because it’s kind of a get out of jail free card. You get to hang out with your friends outside of school, which is something that you normally can’t do your freshman year.” Four years have flown by for Manna since she was that wide-eyed Plebe (Freshman) from Williamsville. Because of some bumps and bruises she sustained during training, Manna is due to graduate from the academy in December of 2015.
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Two honored at annual meeting For 34 years, the Network In Aging has been committed to improving the quality of life for older persons across Western New York. This past November, two outstanding members who personify that ideal were honored during the Network’s Annual Meeting. Program of Excellence Award is given to showcase a program that has been successfully implemented to enhance the Western New York geriatric citizenry. The 2014 award was given to Hearts in Hands - Faith In Action, an Akron-based interfaith coalition that connects frail or vulnerable individuals in underserved communities with needed services Dr. Evan Calkins Meritorious Service Award is bestowed on a person who has made a significant contribution to the field of aging in Western New York. Bonnie McMorrow of Meals on Wheels was honored for advocating
on behalf of seniors and making a positive contribution to the delivery of services for the elderly, while increasing public awareness and expanding understanding of the aging process. The meeting also included presentations from Robert Blancato, the President of Matz, Blancato and Associates, the Elder Justice Coalition national coordinator and the Executive Director of the National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs; Greg Olsen, the Executive Deputy Director of the New York State Office for the Aging; Niagara County Office for the Aging Director Kenneth Genewick; and Erie County Senior Services Commissioner Randall Hoak. READ & SUBMIT
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NFADA AutoTech Competition organizers thankful The annual NFADA Ron Smith Memorial High School AutoTech Competition, an annual event sponsored by the Niagara Frontier Automobile Dealers Association and Erie Community College, will take place on Saturday, Jan. 17. Winners will be crowned in both the diagnostic skills and tirechanging competition, and thanks to the generosity of several sponsors, prizes and scholarships will be awarded to hard-working local students. The competition will be held at the Erie Community CollegeVehicle Technology Training Center at 5885 Big Tree Road in Orchard Park beginning at 9 a.m. and concluding with an awards ceremony at approximately 3 p.m. Highlights of the competition include a diagnostic skills competition for high school seniors and a tirechanging competition for juniors. Each team will consist of two competitors. At stake in the local competition are trophies, prizes and college scholarship awards. More importantly, the top local team in the diagnostic skills competition will automatically qualify for the National Automotive Technology Competition
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continue their education in the automotive field and ensures a strong workforce right here in Western New York.” General Motors will serve as the vehicle sponsor for the event and will provide six 2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles for the students to compete on. The WNY Ford Dealers return as a
competition contributor in 2015, sponsoring the front end alignment and electrical work stations and providing two display vehicles. Subaru is also sponsoring the front end alignment station and is providing a 2015 Subaru Forester to be worked on at the alignment station.
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West Point • from front By the end of their sophomore year, Cadets reevaluate why they came to West Point in the first place. For Manna, she knew she wanted to be there. She knew why she took the path to being a graduate of West Point and part of the storied history of the Long Gray Line. “I would say probably 85-percent of people consider leaving at some point,” stated Manna. “If you ask most Cadets, ‘Why did you go to West Point?’ It’s much different than ‘Why did you stay at West Point?’ I evaluated whether I should stay and chose to stay. And, I think that was the right decision.” Graduation will bring on an entirely new set of challenges for Manna, but one she embraces. She is looking forward to seeing what life has in store for her during her five-year tour of duty. “I received my branch already and I will be an Air Defense Artillery Officer” she explained. “It will be exciting to finally be on my own and explore what the Army has to offer.” “I injured myself a few
Pictured from the United States Military Academy West Point are: Alex Cauley, Devin Long, Dawson Hillis, Maria Manna, Andrew Mohr, Jake Schmitz, Nicholas Soos times,” explained Manna. “So, instead of a normal Firstie who will graduate in May, I will graduate in December. I had to go on medical leave for eight months, after having a couple of surgeries. That was really hard to overcome.”
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Like every other young man or woman who attends West Point, you have until the first class of your junior year to opt out. There is no shame in leaving after your sophomore year. There is a lot of soul searching. You start asking yourself ques-
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Outside Sales Representatives Serving Western New York since 1968, Community Papers of WNY is New York State’s largest locally owned publisher of free weekly community newspapers. As our family of products and distribution area continue to grow, we need to fill several entry-level, outside sales representative positions. The ideal candidate does not need outside sales experience. We will train the right person. They must however possess exceptional communication, negotiation and time management skills; and be able to follow specific and successful sales process. Our ideal Outside Sales Representative will need to establish rapport with people from all walks of life; wear different hats based on each client’s needs and is open to coaching and advice. Community Papers of WNY offers room for advancement, paid vacation and holidays, health insurance at group rates and 401(K). Interested applicants please forward resume and cover letter to: Community Papers of WNY PO Box 790 Buffalo, NY 14225 Attention: Kelly LaBella or email to: klabella@cpowny.com Community Papers of WNY is an equal opportunity employer
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Scholarship promotes Daemen earns fourth top school distinction commitment to human rights Housing Opportunities Made Equal, Inc. (HOME) is now accepting applications for the Joanne Champion Granger Scholarship, awarded each year to a college-bound high school senior in Erie or Niagara County who demonstrates high academic achievement along with a commitment to volunteerism and human rights. Joanne Champion Granger was a high school science teacher whose roots in community activism and personal experience with housing discrimination in Buffalo gave her the determination to promote fair housing. Both during her career and after her retirement from Mount St. Mary’s Academy, Mrs. Granger was an active member of HOME and other service and civil rights organizations.
The scholarship was created in 1995 by her husband, Dr. Carl Granger, to honor her courage to fight for social justice, her commitment to education, and her inspiration to others. Completed scholarship applications are to be postmarked by Friday, Feb. 13 and the winner will be recognized at HOME’s 52nd Annual Dinner to be held on Thursday, April 23 at the Hotel Lafayette in Buffalo, New York. Cocktail hour will begin at 5 p.m. For additional information and application forms, contact Alyssa Bergsten, Education Specialist, at 854-1400 ext. 22 or abergsten@homeny.org. Application forms may also be downloaded from HOME’s website at www. homeny.org.
Daemen College has been selected as a Top School in the 2015 Military Advanced Education’s Guide to Colleges and Universities, making it the fourth time the college has received this national designation. The guide, which was released in the December issue of Military Advanced Education (MAE), represents the result of a questionnaire of military-supportive policies at more than 600 institutions across the country. It’s intended to arm students with information about colleges and universities that go out of their way to give back to men and women in uniform. “Receiving this national distinction represents Daemen’s longstanding commitment to providing the best resources and support to help our student veterans be are grateful to once again successful in their educational be recognized by Military endeavors,” said Daemen Advanced Education.” Selection for the guide was President Gary A. Olson. “We based on military culture, Email classads@cpowny.com to place your
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Services provides assistance, resources, support, and advocacy to help student veterans be successful in college and after graduation. In addition, the Nancy Haberman Gacioch Center for Veterans offers a centralized place on campus for veterans to go to study and connect with fellow students who have served in the military. The college also has an active Student Veterans Alliance and holds several veteran-related activities and events during the year. Daemen’s selection as an MAE Top School marks the second distinction recently received by the Amherst-based institution for its commitment to student veterans. The college was also named to Victory Media’s 2015 Military Friendly Schools list, which is awarded to only the top 15 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools in the country.
Keep warm, keep safe (NAPSI)—As autumn approaches, many people are looking forward to a break from the summer heat. However, soon that relief may turn chilly and your reliance on heating equipment will increase. The Electrical Safety Foundation International wants you to be aware of the risks associated with heating equipment and follow a few simple steps to help reduce your risk of a home fire. According to a report by the National Fire Protection Association, heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fire deaths, responsible for an estimated 490 in 2010. The leading factors contributing to ignition in home heating equipment fires were failure to clean the device, the heat source being too close to combustibles, and a mechanical failure or
malfunction of the equipment. With proper installation, use and maintenance, you can reduce your risk of property loss, injury or death resulting from the use of heating equipment. With the increased use of heating equipment, carbon monoxide incidents are also more frequent in colder months. Gas-fueled heating devices were the primary heating source responsible for nonfire carbon monoxide poisonings. Carbon monoxide is odorless, invisible and potentially deadly. Be sure to continue testing your carbon monoxide alarms and smoke alarms each month to help keep yourself and your loved ones safe. More Safe Heating Behaviors • All heaters need space. Keep things that can burn
at least three feet away from heating equipment. • Make sure you use only equipment that displays a label indicating it has undergone independent testing by Underwriters Laboratories (UL), Intertek (ETL), or the Canadian Standards Association (CSA). • Have a qualified professional install heating equipment according to the local codes and manufacturer’s instructions. • Make sure all fuel-burning equipment is vented to the outside to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Also, be sure to remove snow or fallen leaves around the outlet to the outside to ensure proper venting of exhaust. • Have your heating equipment and chimneys cleaned and inspected annually by a qualified professional.
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Spotting Sampson Just Got Easier… Read on for Second Week Clues
Have you spotted Sampson yet? Community Papers of WNY and LAMAR Outdoor Advertising have joined together to welcome Sampson to his hometown. The Buffalo Zoo’s newest baby giraffe can be seen in a series of eight billboards throughout the Buffalo metropolitan area, through February 1, 2015.
soring a contest to win a stuffed baby giraffe, complete with a bandana with Sampson’s name. The first entry from each of the 25 community papers to correctly submit all eight routes and cross-street billboard locations, will win the collectible giraffe. After spotting all eight billboards, fill out the entry form on this page, and mail it to Community Papers of These billboards are helping to usher in a new WNY, Attn: Sampson Billboard Contest, PO year of celebrations at the zoo, including an Box 790, Cheektowaga, NY 14225. All eight upcoming coloring contest (winners chosen at locations must be included and identified to be random)! eligible; only one entry per person; one winner chosen per paper. To kick off the celebration, CPOWNY is spon-
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Keep your eyes open, as you travel around WNY, for these special Sampson billboards. If you missed any previous clues given last week, check prior newspaper delivery week. Contest entries due by February 6
Store your mower in eight easy steps (NAPSI)—Chances are, your lawn mower has been a faithful fair-weather companion. So at the end of the mowing season, you want to give it the attention it deserves. Here are some tips on what you can do now to be sure your mower will start easily next mowing season. • Make sure your operator’s manual is on hand for quick reference whenever you work on your mower or any such equipment. • Remove the spark plug lead wire from the plug before doing any mower maintenance, and tape or tie it out of the way. • Remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry place away from gas cans, the water heater or furnace. • Change the oil. Old oil has lost much of its ability to coat and protect engine components, which could lead to damage down the
road. Most people avoid changing the oil in their lawn mower because they think about having to tip the mower over to drain the old oil. They worry about spills in the driveway and a mess of rags and cardboard to catch spills. Oil removal kits make the process easier and a lot less messy. For example, the Briggs & Stratton 1.6-liter oil extractor pump has a longreach hose so oil can be extracted through filler or dipstick holes. It is important to return and recycle used oil at the proper collection center in your community. • Clean your mower. Brush or hose off leaves, grass and mud. Gently tip your walk-behind mower on its side to spray the underbody. If debris is caught on the blade, use a stick or tool to remove it—never use your hands. • Use a fuel stabilizer.
Never store your lawn equipment with a partially full fuel tank. Either run the equipment out of fuel or use fuel stabilizer in a full tank of fuel. Add Advanced Formula Fuel Treatment and Stabilizer according to the package directions. Then—and this is important—run the mower for a few minutes so the stabilizer circulates through the carburetor. The stabilizer keeps fuel fresh for up to six months. Turn off the engine and completely fill the gas tank. A full tank will help prevent moisture from condensing in the tank, which can form rust that could break away and clog the carburetor. • Store your mower in a dry, protected place such as your garage or a garden shed. Never store it next to a furnace, water heater or appliance with a pilot light.
Energy-savings tips for colder weather (NAPSI)—Here’s news that may warm your heartand your home. There’s now a new resource from the Eldercare Locator to help keep older adults safe and warm during the cold weather months. It’s a brochure called “Winter Warmth and Safety: Home Energy Tips for Older Adults,” and it provides tips about preparing a home for winter weather and saving money on energy expenses. Hints To Help You The brochure suggests
you: • Make sure your home is energy efficient by installing a programmable thermostat and sealing and insulating ducts. • Learn about energy assistance programs such as the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and utility no-cutoff programs. • Avoid the risk of home fires by not using your stove or oven to heat your home. • Make sure carbon monoxide detectors are installed and working prop-
erly. • Learn about Weatherization Assistance Programs (WAP). • Be sure to schedule a check-up of your heating equipment. Dirt and neglect are the No. 1 cause of heating system failure. • Insulate water pipes to avoid freezing and bursting. Be sure to drain and turn off outside waterspouts. • Identify alternative living arrangements should extreme weather conditions occur. Have a plan ready.
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Local sports Sweet Home falls just short in Ken-Ton Classic By Dave Ricci SPORTS REPORTER
It was a tale of two basketball teams that have more in common than they probably even realize. Mark Taylor went 2 of 2 from the line with 32.3 seconds left in the game to help Kenmore West secure a 56-55 win over Sweet Home in the opening game of the Ken-Ton Holiday Classic that was held at Kenmore East Dec. 26-27. The win vaulted the Blue Devils into the title game against Cardinal O’Hara, but more importantly, it proved to be huge confidence booster for a talented team that has not found its rhythm as a group. “We needed this. We needed this one,” said Ken West coach Mike Meetze. “I said to them, ‘I think two weeks ago we lose this game.’ Down the stretch, we didn’t play with a lot of composure. We
played young, we had two first-year point guards on varsity. We threw the ball away a couple times, but we hit big free throws. We did enough with the ball down the stretch in the last minute and got some pretty good communication in the last play to get a 15foot runner off the glass.” Jordan Heine, who led all scorers with 18 points, set the stage for the Panthers last-gasp attempt at the hoop when he sank a bucket with 20 seconds left. Sweet Home got one final look at the basketball, as Meetze alluded to, but the Blue Devils’ defense was able to bat away the attempted buzzer beater to hang on for their second win of the year. Almost mirror images of each other, the Panthers and Blue Devils both have very athletic, skilled players. But both teams entered the Ken-Ton Classic still searching for a way to bring all of the pieces of the puzzle together. Tied 10-10 after the first quarter, the Blue Devils began to turn the tide in their favor when Trent White (13 points) hit a two-pointer and Jon Lo-
renzo went a perfect 4 of 4 from the line. Ken West took a 28-22 lead into halftime. The combination of Heine, Jordan Evert (16) and Brandon Smiley kept Sweet Home in the game and pulled it within one point, 54-53, just prior to Mark Taylor’s winning free throws. “They were huge. Huge,” Meetze said of Taylor’s frees. “He struggled early on in the game, he had six turnovers in the first three quarters, for him to come back and play with that composure down the stretch is a credit to him.” For Panthers coach Scott Martin, it was back to the drawing board to see what they could do to get better results in the weeks and months ahead. “Right now we’re clearly a work in progress,” said Martin. “We have a lot of very good athletes, kind of similar to Ken West. We just don’t have that one (pure) basketball kid to kind of get us over the top.” The Blue Devils would fall to O’Hara, 55-52, in the title game while Sweet Home beat Kenmore East in the third place game.
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Sweet Home’s Jordan Evert (2) battles for position with a Kenmore West player during the Panthers’ 56-55 loss on Dec. 26. Evert had 16 points.
Stallions tie Wheatfield Blades, down Hamburg Hawks The Mite Major Clarence Stallions and Wheatfield Blades faced off on Dec. 19 at Hockey Outlet. For the Stallions, Luke Marchant (Clarence) opened the scoring with a breakaway goal. Defenseman and former
Wheatfield Blade Drew Idzik (North Tonawanda), then recorded a goal. On a partial breakaway, Miles Santa Maria (Amherst) rang a shot in off the goaltender’s left post. Liam Graham (Clarence) slid a shot into the net on
an odd-man rush to put the Stallions up 4-3 in the third. For Wheatfield, TJ Bamrick (of Amherst) contributed to all four goals, cashing in with three of his own and adding a helper. Easton Larrabee and Mat-
thew Myhalenko each assisted one of Bamrick’s goals. The Wheatfield goal that Bamrick set up was recorded by Owen Tylec, and it was Bamrick’s third goal that salvaged a tie for the Blades. •••
The Stallions defeated the Lakeview Hawks of Hamburg, 5-1, on Dec. 20, building their offense on solid defense. Stallions’ defensemen Owen McIntyre, Tucker Schoen, Maximus Henning (Clarence) and Idzik permitted
only seven shots on net. Goals for the Stallions were had by: Marchant (two), Alex Fulfaro (Amherst), Nic Zivis (Clarence) and Santa Maria. Assists were had by Cameron Stadelmaier (Wheatfield) and Santa Maria.
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