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The drizzly and rainy weather didn't deter area youth from trick or treating on Halloween. Armed with umbrellas or semi-waterproof costumes, or just attempting to dodge the raindrops, trick-or-treaters braved the elements to parade from the Gowanda Central School District bus garage to the Gowanda Fire Hall Oct. 31 to enjoy cider and donuts while waiting for the annual Costume Contest to get under way. Dozens of parents with youngsters in tow, along with more mature individuals taking advantage of the opportunity to "dress up," filled the fire hall to dry out a bit and wait for the judging to begin. Kicking off the Costume Contest was the 0-5 years of age group, the largest. After the judges collaborated on their choices, winners were determined as follows: Bentley Turner (fire hydrant), first place; Jaina Moyer (Gramma Walker), second place; Rori Hales (Scarecrow), third place; and Mason and Colton Gernatt (Circus Wagon Animals), fourth place.
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At the regular meeting of the Cattaraugus-Little Valley Board of Education held on Wednesday, Oct. 29, the BOE heard from teachers on how the school year is going so far, and also were honored for their service. Showing appreciation for the Board of Education during NYS Board Recognition Week, Special Education teachers Dona Fredrickson and Kristin Stoll gave the board a dessert made in Stoll’s class. Superintendent Jon Peterson followed the teachers, giving certificates of appreciation to the board members. Peterson continued on to introduce Pre-K teachers Kelli Spink, Rebecca Singer, Kelli Russell and Jaclyn Winship. The teachers gave an ample presentation on how Pre-K has been going so far this school year by providing a slide show of photos of students from their
0-5 AGE GROUP — From left are Tonya Crouse with Bentley Turner, Amanda Hales with Rori Hales, Dan Moyer with Jaina Moyer, and Michael and Stephanie Gernatt with Mason and Colton Gernatt. Winners in the 6-10-year-olds category were: Julianna Speers (Land by the Sea), first place; Zachary Hammond (Robin Hood), second place; and Austin Greinert (Lizzie Borden), third place. Henry Jarzynski as Sasquatch took first place in the 11-18-year-olds category, with
Autumn Pierce as Gumby placing second and Melissa Briggs as a penguin coming in third. The last category for those over 18 years of age found Pat Hojnacki as a Viking Woman winning first place, Carrie and Kendra Tomszak (Elsa and Olaf from "Frozen") taking second, and Vampire Joe Hendrix com-
ing in third. Once the contest was over, everyone headed out to see how much candy they could collect during the trick-or-treat hours of 6 to 8 p.m. For the fire department, it was another Halloween celebration in the books, as the tradition continued. More photos on page 2
classes participating in this year’s activities. Some highlights the teachers mentioned were the Meet and Greet- where students came to their classroom for an hour the day prior to their first day of school- and the Class DoJo Smartphone application for parents and students- where the teacher can send messages to parents and show students’ progress and participation in daily activities. Board member Eric Pritchard asked if there was anyone who did not have the Class DoJo app. Each teacher said there are a few who do not, so they continue to send notes home with students. Both the event and app mentioned, however, are believed to be beneficial and recommended they be continued into the future. The board asked how the students are handling the Common Core modules. All responded the students seem to be doing well, and Singer said, “The rigor is appropriate” when it comes to Math, and the students are pick-
ing things up “pretty good… especially with the hands-on [activities] like singing” when it comes to ELA. Following the Pre-K presentation was a report given by grades 5-7 Principal and Director of Special Education Gayle Pavone. Pavone began her report by mentioning the AIMS Web is up and running, and handed the board a graph from the data submitted through the program of an evaluation. The graph showed 46 percent of the fifth-grade students and 54 percent of sixth-grade students rated “at or above grade level.” Pavone hopes to see the percentages increase. Lastly, Pavone showed a “year in review” regarding the Special Education aspect of her position, from when she started at the district to date and commented on how much has changed- and in a positive way. Tony Giannicchi, eighthgrade and high school principal, reported next to the board, mentioning that the requirements
for Regents graduation have shifted. He explained that this 4+1 option for students will be able to replace an exam with one that is more geared toward their career path. No further criterion has been available for specifics. Giannicchi then handed the board a list of questions he obtained while at a Social Studies conference he attended the prior Friday. The questions are aimed to get students to get many resources in order to conclude an answer. He mentioned this is the direction other areas of education, such as math, English and science, are going as well. The Homecoming Dance, Giannicchi said, had about 200 students attend and was a “unifying thing” when a majority of the students joined together to form a Congo line. Elementary Principal Aaron Wolfe followed Giannichi by handing the board a calendar including events and activities.
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The town of Collins held a public hearing Monday evening (Nov. 3) regarding the new budget for the coming year. Collins Town Superintendent David Tessmer went over the budget in detail. The proposed salaries of various town officials were presented as follows: Town Councilpersons -- $6,000 each per annum, for a total of $24,000; Town Supervisor-- $18,000 per annum with an additional $1,500 to supervise the Water Department; Town Clerk-- $39,119.07 per annum; Superintendent of Highways -- $52,284 per annum, with an additional $2,000 to supervise the Parks and Transfer station. To sum up, the effective result of the proposed tax code for next year does not reflect precisely, as different parts of the town receive different services and thus the effect is different in different places. To give an example, however, Tessmer said that a typical home valued at $100,000 would pay $9.99 per thousand of assessed valuation, which would amount to a tax on said property of $619.38. Tessmer also presented a history of Collins tax rolls that showed overall, the taxes in Collins since 2011 have increased an average of onetenth of 1 percent per year. The President of the Collins Historical Society, Linda Munro, then addressed the board. The main thrust of her address was to decry the great number of vacant, deserted houses in the town, with an urgency to deal with them. Some of them appear to be in good shape, but they all must be dealt with. She suggested one step would be to get more active with the Land Bank, which is a system set up to get properties back on the tax rolls. She was anxious to help in any way she could. Town Supervisor Tessmer agreed to meet with her for a bit of a brainstorming session on what steps may be taken. Town Clerk Becky Jo Summers reported transactions in her office in October were $6,352.65, of which the town’s portion was $4,931.01.
Code Enforcement Officer Gene Degman, reported three building permits issued in October, valued at $182,200, which included one new residence. Highway Superintendent Dennis Jensen reported that the town received $3,375 for the 1984 surplus Ford dump truck that was taken to auction. In other matters, the board: • Adopted the preliminary town budget. • Noted the public hearing for 8 p.m. was uneventful, with the result being the board adopting the contract with Gowanda, who will supply fire protection to Fire District #1, which is the Rosenburg District, at a cost paid to Gowanda of $20,141 in 2015; $20,342 in 2016; and $20,546 in 2017. • Agreed to solicit bids for the purchase of a 4-wheel-drive tractor, with a front loader. Specifications are available at the Collins Town Clerk's Office. Bids receivable at the Town Clerk's office on or before 4 p.m. Dec. 12. • Resolved to file a PO-17 job description with Erie County for the non-competitive position of Park Crew Chief, to allow Mark Mangano to split jobs between the transfer station and the supervision of the beautification program. • Authorized the use of the designated corridor trail through the Collins Town Park by the Southern Tier Snow Drifters snowmobile club. For the 2014-15 season. • Set a Public Hearing for Monday, Dec, 15 at 7:30 p.m. to review dog kennel specialuse permits on the following applications: Claudia Beaton, Cemetery Road, Collins; Linda M. Bowdish and Sarah A. Bowdish, Woodside Road, Springville; Karen Feddick, Brewer Road, Collins; Sandy Maloney, Collins Center Zoar Rd, Collins; Todd Struble, West Becker Road, Gowanda; and Richard Young, Lenox Road, Collins. The next regular meeting will be on Monday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m. in the Collins Town Hall. The town hall will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11 for Veterans' Day. There will be no trash day in November. Editor’s note: Lenox Road is now open to traffic.
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Maurice "Moe" John was MARSHAL elected president of the Seneca Keith White Nation of Indians in the Nov. 4 ALLEGANY MARSHALS election, securing 66 percent of Chris Bova Tim Jimerson the votes. Josie Pierce Winning the treasurer position was Todd Gates, with 61 percent CATTARAUGUS MARSHALS of the vote. Pauline "Snap" John was Mike Jimerson elected clerk, with 69 percent Andrew Keyes Darby LeRoy of the vote. ALLEGANY HIGHWAY Other results are as follows: COMMISSIONER ALLEGANY TRIBAL Chuck Stevens ALLEGANY ASSESSORS COUNCILLORS Scott Abrams Tina Abrams Sally Huff Rick Armstrong Larry Sunderlin William Canella CATTARAUGUS Steven Gordon CATTARAUGUS TRIBAL ASSESSORS Joni Jackson COUNCILLORS Stanley Jimerson Ross John Sr. Terry Nephew Llona LeRoy ALLEGANY Barry Snyder Sr. POORMASTER John Adali Williams Jr. Christina John ALLEGANY CHIEF CATTARAUGUS MARSHAL POORMASTER David Isaac CATTARAUGUS CHIEF Monica Redeye
Use of Computerized Informa- Halloween Costume Contest winners. tion Resources. • Approved Policy 7210 Student Evaluation, Promotion and Placement. • Approved the resolution transferring an amount not to exceed $174,399.24 from undesignated fund balance into the District Retirement Contribution Reserve. • Approved the Resolution Property Tax Law Section 458-1 exemption for veterans. • Approved personnel items. The next meeting will be held Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 6:30 p.m., Cattaraugus.
An event he was holding prior to the meeting was a fourth-grade Parent Night, where parents and students could come and discuss Common Core frustrations and strategies in Math. Wolfe said that 14 parents and two students attended. Wolfe concluded his report to the board saying there have been some students with attendance issues and he is trying to change that by involving the Counselor and starting a reward method for classroom attendance. In other news, the board: • Approved Policy 6410 Staff
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Erie County Sheriffs • Andrew Greinert, 24, of Gowanda, was charged Oct. 31 with felony grand larceny, unauthorized use of a vehicle, possession of burglary tools, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle following an incident involving a stolen vehicle. On Oct. 31 at 1:40 a.m., Deputies responded to a call regarding an early model Jeep with a loud muffler leaving an apartment complex in Springville. The complainant provided Deputies with a description of the driver and the direction he was traveling. The vehicle and suspected driver were located a short distance away. As the investigation continued, Deputies say they were able to obtain a statement positively identifying Greinert and that the vehicle was stolen. Greinert allegedly admitted to stealing the vehicle from an
unknown person. He was taken to Erie County Holding Center and is being held without bail until his arraignment. • The Erie County Sheriff’s Office Deputies from the North Collins Substation responded to 240 calls the week of Oct. 27 to Nov. 3. • Thomas Taggart, 59, of Silver Creek, was stopped Nov. 3 on Milestrip Road in Brant for a vehicle violation. According to authorities, a DMV check revealed that Taggart’s license plates had been suspended for no insurance. Also, Taggart’s license had been revoked in June 2014 for driving while impaired by alcohol, failure to pay driver assessment fee and failure to attend a NYS drinking driver program. Taggart is due in court and his vehicle was towed from the scene, pending release
from court. • Deputies assisted with 15 calls in the Village of Gowanda. The Erie County Sheriff’s Office dispatched the Gowanda Police to 53 calls during the week. • On Nov. 2, a Deputy responded a complaint Security of the Seneca Gaming and Entertainment complex on Route 5, Cattaraugus Territory. According to authorities, a patron reported losing her wallet while on the gaming floor. Security used video surveillance and says they saw Wanda Schultz, 67, of Angola, find the wallet and go into the restroom. Schultz allegedly removed the money from the wallet, then threw the wallet out. Schultz was charged with petit larceny and is due in court. She was also banned from the Gaming Complex.
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A-maze-ing support thank everyone who donated Editor: The Cattaraugus Free Library items and money for the Maze. We will see you all next year Teens would like to thank everyone who came to the library for more scares and thrills. Cattaraugus Free to Trick or Treat and participate Library Teens in the Maze. The Teens would also like to
The Unusual September of 2014 By Andy Wingeier Sr.
Plenty of sunshine with little rain May never see one like that again Warm and pleasant but dusty and dry To remember those of the past It’s not worth to try Usually damp or rainy with a cold wind Need of raincoat and boots- but still couldn’t win As we gathered crops through mud and muck Without a chance of a day of good luck With lightening bright up in the sky And unexpected thunder in the air Also outages of electricity With a wind-damaged wire somewhere But this year’s beautiful September With bright sun and little rain Was a month to be thankful for And in mind shall long remain
A salute to veterans The TCA (Timberwolves Community Alliance) would like to invite the community to join them as they honor both past and present Cattaraugus/ Little Valley-area military personnel. A Veterans' Day Dessert/ Concert will be held Nov. 11 at the Cattaraugus-Little Valley High School Theater. Doors will open and desserts served at 6:30 p.m. and the performance will begin at 7:15.
An entertaining evening by local talent is sure to please all ages. Homemade desserts will be served prior to the performance to allow visiting with honored guests. Sponsorships by local businesses and individuals have made it possible to offer this special evening free to all. Donations will be accepted at the door and proceeds will be shared with the Wounded Warrior Project.
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Thanks to the Gowanda BOE By Richard Westlund NEWS CORRESPONDENT
As the last week of October was New York State Board of Education (BOE) week, Gowanda Central School District Superintendent James Klubek read a statement of appreciation issued by Governor Cuomo, added to it with words of gratitude of his own for their continued time and efforts with no recompense and sometimes unappreciated. He then passed out to the members of the BOE a token of appreciation. Klubek stated that in his conversations with Pine Valley, and Gowanda's coaches, it was felt that the conjoining of the two football teams was very successful, and it is expected to continue next year. During a discussion period, one of the new members of the BOE, Peter DelPriore, reflected on his inner conflict of having spoken so highly of the accomplishments of a student in attendance at the previous meeting. He said that on second thought, in realizing that there were so many students who deserve recognition, he felt that in expounding on one, he was inadvertently ignoring so many others. He said that as Gowanda has on the agenda for each meeting a place for “Student Recognition Items,” the BOE ought to use that at every meeting to recognize a student who has risen, for any number of reasons, to deserve and receive recognition. His suggestion was well received by other BOE members, who contributed to his idea, and planned to institute it. Further discussions were had
on the motives for, and ways to find and fund, a new SRO officer for the elementary school. In other matters, the board: • Appointed Trisha Sills as a Middle School Teacher, and Amanda Sobczyk as an Elementary Teaching Assistant for the Seneca Nation of Indians' Johnson O’Malley Program for the 2014-15 school year. • Amended a July 1 motion to appoint the Director of Special Education, curriculum and Assessment, as Records Management Officer, commencing on July 1, 2014, and ending on Sept. 29, 2014; appointing the Superintendent as Records Management Officer commencing on Sept. 30, 2014 and ending on Nov. 9. 2014, and appointing the Director of Curriculum and Assessment as Records Management Officer from Nov. 10. 2014 and ending on June 30, 2015. • Amended a July 1 motion to read to appoint the Director of Special Education Curriculum and Assessment as the 504/ ADA Compliance Officer, commencing on July 1, 2014, and ending on Sept. 29, 2014; and appointing the Director of Special education as the 504/ADA Compliance Officer commencing on Sept. 30, 2014 and ending on June 30, 2015 to address student complaints. • Amended the July 1 motion to read to appoint the Director of Special Education Curriculum and Assessment as the Alternate 504/ADA Compliance Officer commencing on July 1 and ending on Sept. 29; and to appoint the Director of Special Education as the Alternate 504/ADA compliance Officer commencing on Sept. 30 and ending on
June 30, 2015 to address student complaints. • Amended a July 1 motion to read to appoint the Elementary School Principal as Asbestos Designee, commencing on July 1 2014 and ending on Nov. 5 2014; and appointing the Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds as Asbestos Designee, commencing on Nov. 6, 2014 and ending on June 30, 2015. • Rescinded an Oct. 15, 2014 motion that authorized the Superintendent to execute a School Resource Officer (SRO) agreement between the Town of Collins and the Gowanda School District. • Authorized the Superintendent to execute a contract with Young & Wright Architectural and the Gowanda School District. • Amended a motion from Oct. 15 to read: Appoint Paula Troutman to a full-time position in the Director of Curriculum and Assessment tenure area, with probation beginning Nov. 10, 2014 and ending Nov. 9, 2017. • Appointed Janine Jalal to a tenured position as School Psychologist, effective Nov. 7. • Accepted the resignation of Jacqueline Yallup, Seneca Language Teacher, effective Jan. 2, 2015. • Appointed Brett Ebling as JV Basketball Boys' Coach for the 2014-15 school; year. • Appointed Melanie Schott, Brett Ebling, Lea Golden and Taylor Hill as Substitute Teachers, effective Nov. 6. • Accepted the resignation of Chelsea Mead as Substitute Teacher, effective Oct. 29. • Amended an Oct. 1, motion to read: to appoint Joelle Woodward as the School District
Treasurer, effective Sept. 23, and ending Nov. 11, with no additional compensation. • Appointed Meaghan Matuszak to the full-time position of School District Treasurer, effective Nov. 12, and to approve the employment contract for the period Nov. 2, 2014 through June 30, 2017. • Granted Meaghan Matuszak an unpaid leave of absence from the position of Accountant, commencing Nov. 12 and ending on June 30, 2015. • Authorized the official depositories to accept all drafts, checks and other orders with respect to the funds of the school district bearing the signature of, or facsimile signature of Meaghan Matuszak, School Treasurer; Joelle Woodward Director of Finance and Support Services; or James Klubek Superintendent. • Authorized Meaghan Matuszak, School Treasurer, or Joelle Woodward, Director of Finance and Support Services, to invest idle funds in NYDauthorized investment pools, time certificates, or interestpaying accounts, paying interest from day of deposit to date of withdrawal. • Appointed Kelly Bylbie as a Substitute Teaching Assistant, effective Nov. 6. •Appointed Lea Golden as a Substitute Teaching Assistant and Substitute Keyboard Specialist, effective Nov. 6. • Appointed Christian Francis as a Substitute Teaching Assistant, effective Nov. 6. The next regular meeting of the Gowanda Central BOE will be on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 7 p.m., in the middle school library.
Collins Public Library News CHILDREN’S EVENTS Fall Story Hour: Monday Nights until Dec. 15 at 6 p.m. Children are invited to participate in a fun hour at the library with stories and crafts. Talk on the Wildside: Monday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. Join us for a fun-filled evening with animal friends from the Hawk Creek Wildlife Center. No registration required. This program is in place of regular Monday Night Story Hour. Special Story Hour: It’s a Mystery! Thursday, Nov. 20 at 6 p.m. Some favorite children’s book characters have gone missing. Children will be provided with clever disguises,
sleuthing supplies, and clues in order to solve the mystery. Ages 6 – 12. Registration is required. ADULT EVENTS Senior Movie: Friday, Nov. 7 at 1 p.m. Quilting with Florence: Every Wednesday morning until early afternoon come and quilt with this knowledgeable fun group. Hot Book List: “Saint Odd” by Dean Koontz, “Agenda 21” by Glenn Beck, “Cane and Abe” by James Grippando, “Sister Eve, Private Eye” by Lynne Hinton DVD List: “If I Stay,” “Hundred-Foot Journey,” “Guardians of the Galaxy,” “Dawn of the
Planet of the Apes,” “Hercules” We also have an array of TV Series! Catch up on your favorite shows: "Arrow" Season 1 and 2, "Honorable Woman," "Dracula" Season 1, and the PBS Speical: "The Roosevelts." Stay up-to-date with events at the library by ‘liking’ our Facebook page, Collins Public Library. Community Room – We have a community room that is available for community groups. Did you know? Erie County Library cards are available to all Erie County residents, all individuals who work in Erie County, and all those who live in the Gowanda School tax
district. Any person is able to use our computers free of charge. Adults can use the Internet and we have children’s computers with educational games. We also have free Wi-Fi. Check out our web page www.buffalolib.org. You can download e-books and audio books with your BECPL library card onto your Kindle, Nook, or iPad. Library Hours: Monday and Tuesday and Thursday, 2-8 p.m.., Wednesday 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday 10:30 a.m. -5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Sunday - CLOSED. Telephone - 532-5129.
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BOBBING WITH A TWIST – Water drips from Brandon Morley’s face in the photo on left as he begins a relay at the Gowanda Free Library’s Halloween party on Oct. 30. After catching an apple, participants had to carry it in their mouth to the opposite end of the room, drop it into a bowl, bob for a marshmallow in a basin of flour, carry the marshmallow in their mouth to the opposite end of the room and drop it into another bowl. In the photo on right, Ben Stepowski discovers that bobbing for apples is even more challenging with crutches.
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BIG WINNER – The winner of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” William Barfée (Trevor Greco, left), accepts his trophy and check from Vice Principal Douglas Panch (Ben Gross) and host Rona Lisa Peretti (Kim Gernatt), as Mahoney’s Homies (Olivia Eastland, Taylor Smith, Lexi Latona) and Trish Mahoney (Jessica Walsh) display “a word from our sponsor.”
HAPPY LOSER – From left, fellow contestants Logainne Schwartzandgrubenierre (Gabrielle McCormack) and William Barfée (Trevor Greco) look baffled as Marcy Park (Haylee Leatherbarrow) could not be more pleased to be leaving behind the pressure-cooker of the spelling bee competition, escorted by Mahoney’s Homies (Lexi Latona, Olivia Eastland and Taylor Smith) and Trish Mahoney (Jessica Walsh).
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TAKING A BOW -- The cast of the Gowanda Thespian Society’s fall musical, “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” takes a bow and directs applause to the musicians accompanying them during a preview performance at Gowanda High School on Oct. 30.
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A ‘spooktacular” event at the CCC enter, it was succeeding as a drawing card. Plenty of craft options were available, including: making Halloween bags, pumpkin painting, and cookie decorating. For adults, there was a movie trivia challenge, and for teens a Fear Factor-type challenge. “We're holding that after the costume judging because it will be messy,” said Jimerson. The costume contest involved hundreds, and was divided by age groups. It was in the 0-2 ages where parents really got to show off their creativity as well as their ability to guide their kids past the judging table. Nearby, a long row of carved pumpkins stood, awaiting attendees' votes as the best. Food and treats rounded out the three-hour pageant.
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“Something for everyone,” was the description given by Courtney Jimerson, a staff member of the Cattaraugus Community Center on the Seneca Territory. She was talking about the massive Halloween Party held in the facility on Oct. 24. With several hundred people filling the main hall, Jimerson noted that the event continues to grow. “Last year we only used half of the hall, this year we had to use the whole space.” And even that was not enough. Members of the “Pathfinders,” the youth group that calls the CCC its home, set up a “Hallway of Horror” nearby. From the continuous line of children waiting to
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Gowanda Free Library Corner
Story Time: Saturday, Nov. 8 and 22 for ages 2-5 Adult Fiction: "Lords of the Underworld" Books 1-10 by Showalter, "Whispers from the Third Level" by Jacob Mathews, "Tempting the Beast" by Lora Leigh, "Afterworlds" by Scott Westerfield, "Personal" by Lee Child, "The Dunning Man" by Kevin Fortuna Young Adult: "No Game No Life" graphic Children: "Waking Up is Hard to Do," "The People Could Fly," "Cat and Dog," "This Book Just Ate my Dog," "One Big Pair of Underwear," "Different Like Coco," "The Gurffalo," "Sofia The First The Curse of Princess Ivy," "The Girl Who Made Mistakes." DVD: PG13 and up - "Cap-
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Turkey Party The South Dayton Fire Department is holding a Turkey Party at 7 p.m. on Nov. 15 in the South Dayton Fire Department Activities Hall. Free refreshments will be available. All are welcome.
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Gowanda Elementary School’s observance of National Red Ribbon Week culminated with a Halloween costume parade on Friday, Oct. 31. Sponsored by National Fami-
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the entire school participated in theme days throughout the week. For Monday’s “Put a sock on drugs!” theme, everyone was asked to wear crazy socks to school. They wore their hats on Tuesday to “Put a cap on drugs!” Wednesday, Oct. 29, was “Say No to Drugs Day” for the campaign, and everyone was encouraged to wear red. In addition to wearing red, GES students and staff put on their sunglasses to “Shade out drugs!” For Thursday’s “Be a drug-free team!” theme, the
wardrobe was apparel from a favorite sports team. On Halloween Day, the theme was “Drugs are scary!” Toward the end of the school day, the students donned their Halloween costumes and headed outside for their annual Halloween Parade. Undeterred by cool weather and a few sprinkles, parents, grandparents, siblings and others turned out in force to see the parade. Cars spilled out of the school parking lot and driveway and lined both sides of Aldrich Street during the event.
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Around Town Happenings • Notice: Tables available for Dec. 6 Christmas Bazaar and Cookie Sale at the Cherry Creek United Methodist Church, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reservation/ Information call Pastor Bruce Fish, 640-6907. • Notice: Sewing for Smiles Quilting Group meets every Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the South Dayton Library, Park St., South Dayton. For more information call Phyllis, 988-3028. • Notice: Food Express Truck (fourth Wednesday of each month), 10:30 a.m., The Master’s Plan, 9586 Railroad St., Dayton. NOT income based. For more information call 725-9229. • Notice: Dayton Food Pantry open every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1p.m., The Master’s Plan, 9586 Railroad St., Dayton. Also open the third Friday of every month, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information call 725-9229. • Notice: The Master’s Plan Community Church, 9586 Railroad St., Dayton. Sunday School, 10 a.m. and Service, 11 a.m. For more information call 725-9229. • Now through Dec. 23- Open Sewing and Knitting (Tuesdays), 6:30 to 9 p.m., Perrysburg Fire Hall, Route 39, Perrysburg. For more information call Sue, 716-532-4459. November 9- Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 459 Meeting, 11 a.m., John T. Murray VFW Post #1017, 113 Deer St., Dunkirk. For more information contact Danny, 716-366-2287. November 9- Veterans Breakfast, 8 to 11 a.m., VFW Post 5007, 20 Sandhill Rd., Gowanda. “All You Can Eat” Hosted by VFW Post 5007 Ladies Auxiliary. November 9- Pancake Breakfast (All You Can Eat), 8 to 11 a.m., Perrysburg Fire Hall, Route 39, Perrysburg. Sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary. November 12- Gowanda Happy Traveler’s Meeting, 11:30 a.m., Gowanda Moose, Aldrich St., Gowanda. For more information contact Sarah, 380-7201, Pat, 532-5709 or Vie, 984-8207. November 13- Holiday Auction, 6 p.m., Cherry Creek Fire Hall. Auctioneer Ron Hennigh. Accepting donations of non-perishable food items for the Food Pantry and new toys for Salvation Army. November 15- Versailles Fall Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Versailles Community Hall. To reserve a table, call Sue Edler, 532-4459. Refreshments available with lunch served at noon. Chinese auction. November 15- Craft & Vendor Show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., American Legion Post 409, 100 Legion Dr., Gowanda. All welcome. Tables still available, call 532-3592. November 15- Round & Square Dance, 7 to 11 p.m., Epiphany of Our Lord Parish Hall. Music by Paul Zittel and Pure Country. Refreshments available. Reservations, 337-3952. November 15- Holiday Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Loyal Order of Moose Gowanda Lodge, 201 Aldrich Street Gowanda. Many crafters with quilts, baby items, candles, jewelry, ceramics, kitchen items, baked goods, homemade chocolates and much more. Lunch available. Hosted by the Women Of The Moose Gowanda Chapter 651. November 16- United Heritage Fiddlers Meeting, 2 to 5 p.m., Senior Center, Route 62, North Collins. Music and refreshments. November 17- SUNY Empire State College Information Session, 5:30 p.m., 112 West Main St., Suite 1, Fredonia. Call for reservation/ information, 673-1200. November 18 and 19- 5-Hour Pre-Licensing Course, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Gowanda High School Room 201. Must have valid NYS Learner’s Permit and attend both classes. Fee. November 20- American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 to 7 p.m., Senior Center, 11065 Gowanda State Rd., North Collins. Double Red Cell donation available. Sloppy Joes served at Canteen. For more information call Paul Lawton, 863-4819. November 20- Spaghetti Dinner and theme basket raffle, 5 to 8 p.m., Loyal Order of Moose Gowanda Lodge 1382, 201 Aldrich Street, Gowanda. Spaghetti and meatballs, salad, Italian bread and butter, and dessert. Theme basket and 50/50 raffle. November 22- Round and Square Dance, 7 to 11 p.m., Versailles Community Hall. Music by Paul Zittel and Pure Country. November 22- NYS Point/ Insurance Reduction Program, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., ECC South (Building 3, Room 3102), S-4041 Southwestern Blvd., Orchard Park. Information/ Registration call 851-1820 or visit www.ecc.edu (click on Workforce Development) November 23- Thanksgiving Worship Service, 11 a.m., New Hope Baptist Church, 13861 Route 62, Collins. Free Thanksgiving meal follows service. • Notice: Tables available for Craft & Vendor Show, November 15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., American Legion Post 409, 100 Legion Dr., Gowanda. All are welcome. Reservation/information 716532-3592. • Notice: Gowanda Neighborhood Watch meets the last Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m., Gowanda Fire Hall, Aldrich Street, Gowanda. Open to residents of Gowanda, Perrysburg, Collins and Dayton. For more information contact Officer Jen Alessi, 716-913-1143 or Tom Povhe, 716-725-5117. • Notice: Kidney Disease/ Transplant Support Group Meeting, fourth Thursday of each month, 6 to 8 p.m., SNI Cattaraugus Health & Wellness Center, Route 438, Irving. For more information contact Terry Thompson, 716-725-4328, Franchesca Cooper, 716-262-6631 or email healthysenecakidneys@gmail.com
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Jeanette L. Sherlock NOVEMBER 6, 1941 – NOVEMBER 2, 2014 Jeanette L. Sherlock, 72, of Fifth Avenue, Randolph, died November 2, 2014 at her home. Mrs. Sherlock worked at Randolph Hotel, Randolph Children’s Home; was a member of Grace Episcopal Church, its choir and Altar Guild, Randolph. She was the wife of Kenneth Neil Sherlock; daughter of the late Louis and Edna L. Peterson Barton; mother of Laurel (John) Hale of Randolph, Gregory (Moria Campese) Sherlock of Fredonia and the late Christopher Scott Sherlock, Stephen Mark Sherlock, Darryl Wayne Sherlock, David Michael Sherlock; sister of Janice Shields of Bradford, Pa. and the late Mary Barton; also survived by 18 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to Randolph Rescue Squad or Home Health Care and Hospice, 1225 West State Street, Olean, NY 14760. Arrangements were by VanRensselaer & Son Funeral Home, Randolph.
Joyce E. Smith SEPTEMBER 2, 1933 – NOVEMBER 4, 2014 Joyce E. Smith, 81, of Maltbie Hill Road, Gowanda, died November 4, 2014 at her home. Mrs. Smith worked at Gowanda Psychiatric Center. She was the wife of James F. Smith of Gowanda; daughter of the late George and Lucille Farley; mother of Susan (Zeke) Zeestraten of Jamestown, James M. Smith of Gowanda, Cynthia (Kevin) Hornberger of Gowanda, Jody Matern of Crestview, Fla., Katherine Smith of Fort Worth, Tex., Tammy (Brian) Danahey of San Antonio, Tex.; sister of the late Robert, Jack, Thomas, James Farley, Marge Zoeller, Mary Shaw, Myrtle Krajewski; also survived by 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were by Schindler Funeral Home, Gowanda.
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Lois Mae W. Hall APRIL 2, 1915 – OCTOBER 28, 2014 Lois Mae W. Hall, 99, resident at County Home, Dunkirk, formerly of Forestville, Dunkirk and Dunedin, Fla., died October 28, 2014 at her residence. Mrs. Hall worked at BOCES at Fredonia, Forestville Central School; was a 50-year member of First United Methodist Church, Fredonia; past member and Nobel Grand of Rebekah Lodge, Forestville; life member and past president of Chautauqua County Secretary Association; life member of NYS Congress of PTA; past member of NYS Association of School Business Office. She was the wife of the late Elton W. Hall; daughter of the late Arthur and Mary (Diefenbach) Watrous; mother of Robert E. (Marilyn) Hall of Fredonia, Cynthia S. (Robert) Saar of Perry; also survived by six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 25 Church Street, Fredonia, NY 14063. Arrangements were by Riles & Woolley Funeral Home, Forestville.
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Doors open at historic Hibbard House The North Collins Historical Society, together with the current owners, opened the historic Hibbard House on Main Street in the village to the public on Oct. 24. The home was built by Enos Hibbard shortly after his return from service with the Union Army in the Civil War. Hibbard would go on to organize the North Collins Grand Army of the Republic veterans' post
and proved to be a civic-minded leader in local affairs as well. Historian Kevin O'Beirne played the role of Hibbard, complete with Union uniform, to groups who arrived on the half-hour. Margaret Orrange played Mrs. Hibbard, describing life of post-war women. Many North Collins residents know the home as the former dental practice of Dr. Fregelette, who tended teeth in one section
of the house for over 50 years. Along for the open house was the Doctor's son, Don, joined by his children and other Fregelette descendants. Don grew up in the house and was happy to regale visitors with modifications that had been made to the structure, and some of the fun times he had growing up there. In the space that was once Dr. Fregelette's clinic room, Linda Spicola of The Winery at Ellicottville was handing out samples of the various wines she and her husband, Dominic, produce. The event was organized by the North Collins Historical Society and the home's current owners. The historic home at 10484 Main Street is currently for sale.
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GENERATIONS — Don Fregelette, second from left, is surrounded by his children, nieces and nephews, all stemming from one of the best-known former occupants of the Hibbard House.
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GRANDEUR — The upstairs hall reveals the architectural detailing found in the Hibbard House.
UNIFORMED — Civil War history buff Kevin O'Beirne of Hamburg gave visitors a lesson in life following the War Between the States.
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SPIRITS — North Collins resident Linda Spicola, who operates the Winery at Ellicottville with her husband, Dominic, offered tastes of the business's products.
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NOW YOU SEE IT ... NOW YOU DON'T — The large tree in front of the Musacchio and Pyle Law Offices in Gowanda was recently cut down. Due to its close proximity to the office building and next-door neighbor, it was taken down little by little until only just a pile of logs was left.
College names clinic for Gowanda professor
D’Youville College has named its campus chiropractic clinic for Dr. Paul T. Hageman, professor of nursing at the college, in honor of his work on developing the program, its curriculum and overseeing the program’s accreditation process. “Without his dedication and hard work our program would not exist today,” said Dr. Kathleen L. Linaker, execu-
tive director of D’Youville’s chiropractic program, at a special plaque presentation ceremony. “It is with great gratitude and respect that the faculty requested that the campus clinic be named in his honor as we celebrate our first 10 years of the program.” Hageman, who graduated from D’Youville with his nursing degree, later joined the institution in 1982 as an as-
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sistant professor and Clinical Director of the Nursing Practice Center. He has served in a variety of positions with the New York State Nurses’ Association (NYSNA) including president, and was the chair of the New York State Medical Access Review Committee and the NYSNA Council on Nursing Education. Hageman is recognized as an authority on the legal scope of nursing practice. “It is a high honor to have my name associated with our state-of-the-art practice clinics where students get extensive hands-on experience as they complete their internship requirements,” Hageman said. “I am grateful to D’Youville for having given me the opportunity to mainstream chiropractic edu-
cation by developing a Doctor of Chiropractic program.” The Gowanda resident earned his master’s degree in adult health nursing from the State University at Buffalo and his Doctor of Philosophy in nursing science, theory and research development at New York University. D’Youville graduated four chiropractic students in 2008 and today has approximately 90 students enrolled. It complements other health care majors at the college, including nursing, occupational and physical therapy, physician assistant, dietetics and pharmacy. D’Youville is only the second college in the U.S. to have a chiropractic program at a four-year multidisciplinary college.
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DEDICATION-The new Chiropractic Clinic at D'Youville College has been named for Dr. Paul T. Hageman of Gowanda. Joining in the presentation were, from left: Dr. Arup Sen, vice president for Academic Affairs; Sister Denise Roche, D'Youville president; Dr. Hageman and Dr. Kathleen Linaker, executive director of the college's chiropractic program.
ARC Blood Drives The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to make a point to give blood before the busy holiday season arrives. Nov. 11, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., State University of New York at Fredonia, Williams Center, Fredonia Nov. 11, noon - 6 p.m., First United Church, 35 Park Place, Silver Creek Nov. 12, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., State University of New York at Fredonia, Williams Center, Fredonia
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CHALLENGE — North Collins Elementary Principal John Cataldo, at far right, tells his students what his dare will be this year.
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CASTING CALL — Sixth-grade students made up the dinosaur cast with teacher David Burgstahler, at front center, taking the lead as a superhero. The play's author, teacher Michael Alvarez, is in the last row.
Holiday Craft Show A Holiday Craft Show will be held Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Gowanda Moose Lodge #1382, 201 Aldrich St., Gowanda. The craft show, hosted by the College of Regents Committee of the Women of the Moose Gowanda Chapter #651, will feature jewelry, quilting, quilt art, handbags, wine jelly, ceramics, wine bottle lights, hand-loomed rag rugs, candles,
Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls, embroidery, crochet, kitchen items, chocolates, baked goods, maple sugar candy, kettle corn, honey, cotton candy and fruit logs, doll clothes Christmas ornaments, herbal and essential oils and much more. Refreshments and lunch will be available. For more information, call 532-3829.
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North Collins Elementary Principal John Cataldo will be watching the long-range weather forecast intently for mid-June next year. And he'll be hoping for hot, sweltering temperatures for the school's annual Field Day. Cataldo challenged his students to amass 10,000 points reading books this year in the Accelerated Reading program. If they succeed, the school head promised he would allow himself to be dropped into a dunk-tank filled with ice water. Last year's students easily passed the same 10,000-point challenge, forcing Cataldo to confront his fear of snakes in public. This year's student population is even bigger than last. The assembly held to announce the challenge also provided a theater for a production of an original play written by teacher Michael Alvarez. Sixth-graders made up the cast, many in dinosaur costumes, while teacher David Burgstahler played the role of a superhero. The play centered around a boy and his father, who has a love of reading. Asked why he kept the point total the same this year Cataldo said, “I guess I'm getting softer in my old age.”
Penn Dixie exhibit at the Erie, Pa., show
The Penn Dixie exhibit will be at the Erie Rock-Gem & Jewelry Show at the Bayfront Convention Center in Erie, Pa., on Nov. 7-9. The Penn Dixie fossil Dig for children Penn Dixie fossils, and program information will be
available. There will be educational exhibits, informative, seminars, gem-mineral-fossiljewelry dealers, and more. The show will be open on Friday, 2-7 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
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The North Collins Democratic Committee recently met to reorganize. Chosen to lead the local party were, from left: Margaret Orrange, secretary; Marie Schmitz, treasurer; David Winter, chair; Mike Ortiz, sergeant-at-arms; Kathleen Mecca, vice-chair and Greg Bonnes, committeeman. Also pictured at right are Michaela Carbone and Diane Benczkowski of the Erie County Democratic Committee, who were on hand to assist.
Free Health Care Exchange open house Open enrollment for the NY State Health Care Exchange will begin in mid-November 2014. Cooper Planning Group (NYS certified Health Care Exchange Broker) and the Gowanda Ambulance Service are offering a free Health Care Exchange Open House on Saturday, Nov. 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gowanda American Legion on Legion Drive in Gowanda.
Rite-Aid pharmacies will be offering flu shots. The Gowanda Ambulance Service will be providing free glucose and blood pressure screenings. Representatives from Cooper Planning Group, Fidelis Care, Combined Insurance, and several others will be available to help you with health plans, dental plans, Child Health Plus, Medicaid and much more.
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Gowanda Happy Church plans Travelers dedication service
St. John's Church, 28 Ellicott Street, Cattaraugus, will observe a special service of worship at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 16. Church members and friends will honor the memory of Russell C. Coles by dedicating the recently installed elevator leading to the fellowship hall in his name. Following the service, the elevator willbe put to good use by transporting folks to the church hall where a harvest dinner will be served. Coles was well known as a devoted servant of St. John's,
serving in many and varied capacities. His Christian commitment was truly reflected in the way he lived his life for his family, community, church, and country. Even while maintaining residency in Florida for the majority of recent years, Coles stayed firmly attached to his Cattaraugus roots and most especially to his beloved church and church family. A cordial invitation is extended to those who wish to join the congregation as the elevator is dedicated in tribute to Russell Coles.
Academic kudos
Spencer L. DeCinque of Little Valley has been selected for membership in the St. Lawrence University chapter of Pi Mu Epsilon, the national mathematics honorary society. DeCinque is majoring in mathematics and attended Jamestown High School. He is a member of
the Class of 2016 at St. Lawrence. Membership eligibility for Pi Mu Epsilon varies by class year, but all students must have taken a qualifying number of mathematics courses and have achieved minimum grade-point averages in those courses, as well as overall, depending upon one's seniority.
The next meeting of the Gowanda Happy Travelers is Nov. 12 at the Moose on Aldrich Street at 11:30 a.m. December 11, 2014 is the Big Band Christmas Show in Fredonia, with a delicious meal before the show. Payment due now. Think about who you want as
officers because elections are coming up. Other trips will be discussed at the meeting. Everyone is welcomed on our trips. Any questions, call Sarah at 380-7201, Pat at 532-5709 or Vie at 984-8207.
Senior menus Monday, Nov.10: meat lasagna, wax beans, grape juice, garlic bread (chilled meals only Italian bread), peaches, Tuesday, Nov. 11: HOLIDAY; Wednesday, Nov. 12: baked ham, scalloped potatoes, mixed vegetables, pineapple juice, corn muffin, rice pudding, Thursday, Nov. 13: roast beef and gravy, mashed potatoes, cauliflower and broccoli mix, V-8 Juice (HDM orange pineapple juice), 12-grain bread, apple crisp with topping, Friday, Nov. 14: macaroni and cheese, stewed tomatoes, apricot juice, wheat bread, grapes, Monday, Nov. 17: roast pork and gravy, stuffing, green beans, cranberry juice, 12-grain bread, cinnamon applesauce, Tuesday, Nov. 18: country fried chicken breast with gravy, mashed potatoes, spinach, rye bread, pears.
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50-Plus Seniors
The Collins 50-Plus Seniors will be working with the Salvation Army and Love INC this upcoming Holiday season at Shop 'N Save in Gowanda. If you are interested in ringing the bell and collecting donations, call 532-2006 ext. 21 and leave message. All monies collected here stay in this local area. Please help out with this worthwhile cause. Activities this week are : Sunday - Pickle Ball - 6:30 p.m. in the Painter Center gym (free). Monday - Low-impact exercises with Pat Tucker - 9 a.m. in the Painter Center gym includes walking, regular and arthritis exercises. Wednesday - Low-impact exercises with Pat Tucker - 9 a.m. in the Painter Center gym - includes walking, regular and arthritis exercises. Quilting with Florence - 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at the Collins Library Community Room. Active Senior Aerobics - 11:30 a.m. in the Painter Center gym - wear comfortable clothing. Senior Bowling - 1 p.m. at K&L Lanes in Gowanda. Games and Crafts 1 p.m. in Painter Center Rose Room. Thursday - Pickle Ball - 6:30 p.m. in the Painter Center gym.
Friday - Low-impact exercises with Pat Tucker - 9 a.m. in the Painter Center gym - includes walking and regular exercises. Potluck Lunch at noon in the Painter Center Yellow Room. The next AARP Defensive Driving Class will held on Dec. 2 from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the L.K. Painter Center in the Community Room. To register call 532-2006 ext. 21 and leave a message with your name, phone number, AARP number (if a member) and if you plan on having the $3 lunch provided by the Senior Program. This class is filling up fast so be sure to register early. The fee for this class is $20 for members and $25 for nonmembers. After calling and registering please send your check (made out to AARP) to The Town of Collins, P.O. Box 420, Collins, NY 14034. The $3 fee for the lunch is payable on the day of the class. The Collins 50-Plus Seniors will be heading to beautiful Kleinhans Music Hall Dec. 19 for the Holiday Pops Show. A couple of seats have opened up for this show - if you are interested call 532-2006 ext. 21 as soon as possible to sign up. If you have already signed up for this event the balance is due no later than Nov. 19.
Craft and vendor show
The Gowanda American Legion, located at 1 Legion Drive, is holding a Craft and Vendor Show on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The show will feature a variety of crafts, including Christmas decorations, handmade jewelry, handmade knitting and watch repair; and vendors such as Par-
tylite, Paparazzi and Scentsy. As one of the Legion’s fundraisers, the Craft and Vendor Show is planned to be an annual event and everyone is welcome to attend.
Tickets are $8 per person Free for ages 10 and under
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