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Department of Public Works projects $40,000 savings By Mary Mazur
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Being environmentally friendly has its economic advantages. The City of North Tonawanda hopes to initiate a new electronics contract that according to the Superinten-
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The current system costs 35 cents per pound to recycle. Although that number does not seem very high, it adds up when the majority of electronics being recycled are large items like 50 pound TVs. The new contract with Electronic Recyclers International is free. The contract does not
include initial costs for the city, but the contract is more labor intensive. The company requires the electronics be stored on a pallet and wrapped before pickup. The city also has to provide 20,000 pounds of material for each pickup, but city members don’t think the labor will be a problem.
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The city saves money twice because the electronics that are recycled decrease the amount of weight entering the waste stream and the city currently pays $33.53 per ton of waste for garbage pickup. “It increases our ability to get rid of some of this stuff and it’s a potential positive
for the city economically and environmentally,” said Mayor Robert Ortt who seemed excited to put the proposal on the agenda to be passed next week.
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North Tonawanda youth woke up extra early on their day off last Tuesday morning to help serve breakfast to veterans. The breakfast, put on by The Department of Youth was held at the North Tonawanda Senior Center, 110 Goundry St. Youth were excited to meet the mayor and shake his hand, because he is a veteran. Ayden Manzare and Christopher Lyons are both sixth grade students who helped out at the breakfast. Both boys were excited to serve in remembrance of their grandfathers who had been in the service. “First you bring drinks out to the veterans. Then you bring fruit and food. The food is sausage, egg and cheese, and coffee cake. And then after everybody is done you go around and you take all their stuff back to the garbage for them,” said Ayden explaining the process. Youth seemed to enjoy the experience despite the hard work. “It feels good to volunteer you know, because we are helping them and they served for us,” said Steven Calamita one of the older youth volunteering. “I have a lot of fun meeting them and giving them their food. It’s really an honor to meet them,” another youth, Madison Man-
Thanksgiving is almost upon us. It’s a time to give thanks for the blessings we have received, for good health and good company. It is also a time to give back. This holiday, as you plan your family meals, take time to think about others who are in need and do what you can to help. Whether this means donating canned goods, a turkey, or a side dish for others to enjoy during a holiday meal, or making a monetary donation - every little bit makes a difference. The Disabled American Veterans Post 120 (DAV) continues its mission toward helping homeless or lowincome veterans living on the streets of Western New York. Each holiday, and throughout the year, members of the DAV rally together in support of collecting donations of canned food, toiletries, coffee and more, in order to ease the burden of the Homeless Veterans Shelter, in Buffalo. This holiday, the DAV is asking the community for donations of boxed food; canned food; toiletries including aftershave, feminine products, soap, and razors; TOPS gift cards; Walmart gift cards; toilet paper and coffee. Any donations made toward the DAV and homeless veterans will provide aid to a family on Thanksgiving. It allows those who are living on the streets and in abandoned homes and vehicles the chance to enjoy a hot meal during the holiday with their family. In addition to food and monetary donations, consider donating clothing. Winter is quickly approaching and many people living on the streets are in need of warm clothing. The DAV is always collecting coats, hats, gloves, sweatshirts, long johns, and more. It is important to give back. It is up to you to choose the way you would like to give back. Whether that means you donate clothing, food, money, or your time - make a point to give back. Any donation can be picked up from your home just by making the arrangements. Former Post Commander Gerald Tidd is available at 310-2004 and is willing to make arrangements with those who are unable to drop off donations. Those who wish to drop off donations, can do so by stopping by Tidd’s at 460 North Ave., North Tonawanda. These men and women made sacrifices to protect our freedoms. Show them you care by supporting them in their time of need. For more information, call Tidd.
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John Lukasik fought in WWII in the Pacific. Picture features Lukasik on the left and Barbara Barrett on the right. Photo by Mary Mazur. zare chimed in. After the breakfast the city held its annual ceremony on the bridge on Webster Street. North Tonawanda veterans and service members stood in a formation and held flags. Troop 184 Boy Scouts also participated in the ceremony. After saying the Pledge of Allegiance and saying a prayer, Tom Konopka, a member Post 264 Vietnam Veterans of America, said a few words about his experiences visiting The Marine Corps Museum in Quantico,
Virginia and the importance of taking care of veterans after they are finished with their service requirement. “It is necessary for us to ensure that the memory of those who lost their lives in battle will forever be recognized and remembered. It is also important that soldiers of the current war on terror are assisted as they reintegrate into civilian society. We must help them find employment, housing, education, and the means to become contributing members of society. We must recognize every day the value
of those citizens who have taken an oath to preserve our democracy. Since the revolutionary war nine generations of veterans have made this unbroken commitment to our freedom. It is now up to us to continue the struggle of our citizens who gave their life so that we may live in a free country,” said Konopka A wreath was then tossed into the harbor, and three shots were fired by the Tonawanda Color Guard as TAPS was played. Then five white doves were released.
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Whether it’s working on TV and film or spending time with his family, Wayans will always include comedy in his life as he loves the rush that fills his body after making someone laugh. “To resurrect something brand new in the moment, I’m blessed,” he said. “I treat every opportunity presented to me as if it’s my first and my last.” Wayans’ stand-up show
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Comedy fans can “expect the unexpected” as funny guy Marlon Wayans takes the stage at Helium Comedy Club next weekend to perform stand up. Though he has performed at colleges throughout the area many times in the past, he is excited to perform his first show for “the locals.” “I really enjoy Buffalo,” he said. “People there are listeners, and I love listeners more than anything. Listening will make you laugh.” Wayans grew up with a funny family in the projects of New York City. As he and his nine brothers and sisters grew up, their work and their names became well known in the entertainment industry. “We always give each other advice and inspire each other with what we’re doing,” he said. He gained popularity in the early ’90s when he appeared in the sketch comedy series “In Living Color,” created by his brothers Keenan and Damon. Following in their footsteps, Wayans joined brother Shawn in creating the series “The Wayans Bros.” The family continued working together, writing, producing and starring in box-office hits such as “White Chicks” and the “Scary Movie” franchise. “Collaborating with my brothers is the greatest thing,” Wayans said. “It’s not about if what we did sucked or not. What matters is that we worked together in harmony, had a good time and worked through those moments with smiles.” His latest projects include working with new
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Legislature looks to reduce taxes in 2015 The Erie County Legislature has before it the county executive’s proposed $1.4 billion budget for 2015. The budget holds the tax rate at $5.03/$1,000 assessed value, but also includes $40 million in new spending that must be carefully reviewed. Holding the line on taxes is always better than raising them, but I don’t think it goes far enough. I believe, especially in this budget with an extreme amount of new spending, that there are opportunities to reduce spending and lower taxes. My top priority is to ensure that areas concerning public safety are adequately funded. We can’t even begin to discuss discretionary funding if people’s lives are in danger. When we have to consider funding a non-essential county job or essential Child Protective Services funding, I believe the choice is clear to everyone.
Our focus for next year has to be on the sheriff’s office, road funding, assisting our vulnerable residents and other areas where safety is a concern. Looking beyond next year, I believe that if we are mindful of our spending, we can pass along more savings to taxpayers. There are several trends that will help that. The first factor is sales tax. In early October 2014, the county executive announced that Erie County had its best quarter since 2011 with 4.71 percent growth for the third quarter of this year. The administration reported that, through August 2014 yearto-date, sales tax receipts have shown 3.63 percent growth compared to the same period in 2013. This is encouraging. If sales tax continues to increase about the average rates, in addition to the assessment growth we have seen, we
will be in a better position to deliver positive change to taxpayers. Another factor is the new CSEA contract which will result in savings on health care costs. With the new contract ratified this past August, the county will be seeing a savings due to the agreed upon terms with employees contributing more. The savings in health care, coupled with pension contributions falling $4 million in 2015, means that we have an opportunity to get government spending below what it is today and the end result would be lower taxes. Overall, we are looking at lower costs in areas that have plagued governments for years, health care and pension, and increased revenue from sales tax and assessments. With lower expenses and increased revenue, I feel strongly that we have to pass along savings to taxpayers, not find ways
Erie County Legislator Ted Morton
to spend it. At the Nov. 6 session, I was appointed by the Chairman of the Legislature to the Budget Committee and look forward to diving fully into process. I will join my colleagues on the committee for budget hearings with the county departments Nov. 17-19, during which time I hope we can work with the commissioners and department heads to identify areas where we can save. I would also add that your comments are critical to that process. Your taxes pay for county services so you should be involved. Please call or email me if you have any questions, concerns or suggestions related to the proposed budget. Contact me at 858-8856 or email ted. morton@erie.gov. Erie County Legislator, Ted Morton
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Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo recently announced the launch of a new online portal that will provide veterans the tools they need to connect with temporary employment opportunities offered by New York State. The website enables job seekers to upload resumes and designate geographic preferences, which State agencies then use to identify and consider candidates for open positions throughout New York. “We owe all of our veterans a tremendous debt of gratitude for their service, and helping them find employment is an important way to support them here at home,”
Cuomo said. “By connecting veterans with job opportunities in their area, this new online portal will help the men and women of the armed forces leverage their skills and experiences and ultimately grow their careers. This is another example of how New York State is working to put veterans first, and I want to thank Sen. Ball and Assemblyman Benedetto for their work in making this new resource possible.” The Veterans Temporary Hiring Program offers opportunities for temporary employment in positions such as a disaster assistance representative, transporta-
tion construction inspector and highway maintenance worker, as well as seasonal positions, such as a lifeguard and tax information aide. The online portal can be accessed through the Department of Civil Service’s website here. Civil Service Commissioner Jerry Boone said, “Interested veterans seeking temporary employment are encouraged to utilize this convenient employment resource. Temporary jobs provide valuable experience our veterans can leverage to improve their employment opportunities both inside and outside state government.” Director of Veterans Af-
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Rock out, raise money for Roswell Nov. 16 By Amy Robb SUN REPORTER
Performing Arts in Depew will be teaming up with Boulevard Music Lessons to put on a show benefitting Roswell Cancer Institute and its Tuition Assistance Program. The Rock 2 Cure concert will take place at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16 at The Forvm in the Maple Entertainment Complex. Students from both centers will rock out to raise money for a good cause, one which hits home for parents and relatives of students. Some have had family work there, while others have been serviced at the institute. Students enrolled in Rock Band 101 at both locations will be the stars of the show. The program can be compared to “a travel sports team,” said Owner and Instructor at Boulevard Music Lessons, Joe Childs. “The bands are all assigned their Rock Band Coach, named, and they’re performing. Students must audition in and take musical instruction somewhere,” added Childs. Through this program, and other interactive workshops, Performing Arts and Boulevard Music are able to develop musicians and artists instead of just in-
Leanna Bishop and Matt Noonan of Depew will be performing with Performing Arts at the Rock 2 Cure event. Photos submitted. structing them. The rock band program helps students grow, especially those that are “really moving forward and are interested in their instrument, and interested in performing,” said Sam Marabella, owner and instructor at Performing Arts. Like the Boulevard location, rock band at Performing Arts also have to audition to get into the program, and once they’re accepted there’s a coach assigned along with an instructor. Bands usually start out at 2 piece or 3 piece, and as oth-
ers are accepted to the program, it might grow more with different instruments lending different dynamics to the overall sound. The instructor plays with the band at first, and little by little, as the band starts coming into its own, the instructor becomes more of an advisor than a band member. The coach walks band members through logistics and the business side of running a band, getting everyone together for meetings, creating a website on Reverbnation, and coming
Join Santa for a spin We couldn’t find any reindeer, but it turns out Santa is an excellent equestrian as well. Come join Old St. Nick on the carrousel; just make sure you’re on the “nice” list. Start the day off with lunch at 11 a.m., where you can visit with Santa and make sure he got your letters. Then there will be lots of fun, festive activities starting at noon, including decorating your own stocking, making a holiday ornament and coloring a picture for Santa. Warm up with some hot chocolate and s’mores, and of course don’t forget to hop on our historic 1916 carrousel. An extra highlight each afternoon is a special holiday performance at 1 p.m.: •Nov. 29: Holiday carols
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Lunch price includes all afternoon activities. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, contact the museum at 6931885. The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum is housed in the historic Allan Herschell Company Factory building at 180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda. For directions and further information about special events, programs or group tours, visit our web site, www.carrouselmuseum. org, or contact us at 6931885 or info@carrouselmuseum.org. This project is made possible by a grant from the New York State Council on the Arts.
up with a name everyone agrees on. “The rock bands have most certainly taken off,” added Marabella. With a performance every four weeks, maybe more often depending on how far along the band is, the program also helps build social skills and boosts confidence for teenage students, in addition to putting those lessons to good use. Blood Money and 2nd Generation are two of the bands that will be performing, showcasing a mix of
Evan Hawkins and Jack Sawyer of Amherst will also be performing at the Rock 2 Cure event. seasoned and new talent. Childs himself will be performing in Blood Money on guitar, while 2nd Generation is made up of three young performers with serious heart. The Forvm is located at 4224 Maple Road in Buffalo, and tickets are available at either music school
or at the door. Adults are $18 and children under 13 are $10. For more information please call 725-5060 or visit the Facebook event page titled Rock2Cure @ The Forum – A Fundraiser Event for Roswell & Tuition Assistance.
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Class of 1954 donates to history museum The last meeting of the reunion committee of the North Tonawanda High School Class of 1954 took place on Saturday, Nov. 1 in the North Tonawanda History Museum. The committee had given the museum a donation last year as a deposit on their 60th reunion visit earlier this year. Their visit on Saturday was to be their final meeting as a committee and they made a donation of the funds left
in their reunion planning account. Gabriel DiBernardo, speaking on behalf of the committee, told Donna Zellner Neal, executive director of the museum, that the class of 1954 hoped that other reunion classes would follow their lead. The North Tonawanda High School Class of 1954 donated a total of more than $1,000.
Statement from the Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda Union Free School District At approximately 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 10, 2014, an incident occurred involving a female student of the Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda UFSD who was offered a ride and pursued by an unknown male. The student reported to police that she was walking east along Highland Avenue near Colvin Boulevard when the driver of a black vehicle traveling in the opposite direction stopped to offer her a ride. The student did not know the driver, who attempted to approach her, and she was able to leave
KVIS plans schedule of holiday events By Kimberlee Sabshin NT SUN CORRESPONDENT
At Monday’s monthly Kenmore Village Improvement Society meeting, the society’s president, Melissa Foster, outlined holiday season events the organization is again hosting, most of which occur yearly, to brighten the streets and days of neighbors within the village. The calendar of festivities included a project on Friday in which KVIS members replaced a number of wreath lights at a preselected house on Dorset Drive. Foster said, during the decorating, participants began at 2 p.m. with 44 wreaths, fluffing them and removing two strands of old lights. Additionally, they put on new strands of lights and replaced bows on the wreaths. “One year we replace the lights, the next year we replace the bows on those wreaths,” Foster said. “We
the area without further incident. The driver was described as a bald white male in his 30s with no facial hair who was wearing jeans the day of the incident. Anyone with information regarding this individual or the incident should contact school officials or Town of Tonawanda police. All parents and guardians are asked to remind their children to never to accept a ride or any Dunkin’ Donuts, Amerother offer from a stranger ica’s all-day, every-day and to report any such activ- stop for coffee and baked ity immediately. goods, will offer Western New York residents a reward for good behavior when they show support for the second-oldest humane society in the country. Now through Dec. 5, all participating Dunkin’ Dobuilt in the basement around the water and gas meters nuts locations throughout and the part of the building the greater Buffalo area where the water and sewer will offer guests a special and gas lines come into the heart-shaped donut as a building at the rear end. That thank you when they make was constructed in the fall of a $1 donation to the SPCA 2010 and each winter they Serving Erie County at have an electric heater on an participating restaurants. automatic thermostatic device keeping the pipes and meters from freezing. Hall smiled at that. Since none of them, including Hall, had seen the museum’s 10,800 square feet of exhibits, Neal gave them a quick tour to get the overall idea of what they have. They hadn’t yet begun using the annex side (south half that was previously rented to Tanning Bed) when Hall had done his work for the museum and they were still working on figuring out what to do with their huge collection, which at that time, was not yet sorted into topics and categories. They all agreed that they will come back and spend more time really looking at each exhibit.
The initiative marks the fourth year in a row that Dunkin’ Donuts has partnered with the SPCA Serving Erie County. The program has raised more than $30,000 since its inception in 2011. “Dunkin’ Donuts is honored to support the SPCA Serving Erie County, which provides high quality care and educational programs to support fair and humane treatment of animals in Western New York,” said Tammy Monks, field marketing manager, Dunkin’ Donuts. “I encourage residents throughout the great-
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Enter annual Christmas Lighting Contest The North Tonawanda Mayor’s Office in conjunction with the city’s department of youth, recreation and parks, reported that entries are currently being accepted for the city’s annual Christmas Lighting Contest. The contest is open to any resident of the city who decorates their home or business for the holiday season. Entries are being accepted for five different categories that include: Most Original, Overall holiday, Clark Griswold Award, Best Decorated Business and Decorated Lawn. A sixth category will be the Mayor’s Award, which is at the discretion of the judges. Judges also reserve the right to place entries in appropriate categories. The 2013 winners are requested to enter a different category this year to avoid repeat winners. Judging will be conduct-
Delaware, Elmwood, Military and the entrances to the village, so we need a lot of help,” Foster said. Additionally, at 12:15 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 29, KVIS members and village residents plan to meet in the Village Green for hot chocolate, a tree lighting and a visit from Santa. As children and their families wait in line to see Santa, Foster said the KVIS members will bring hot chocolate to them, from a table in the green, so they will not have to lose their place in line. Finally, at 4 p.m., Monday, Dec. 8, in the Kenmore Community Center on Wilber Avenue, the society is sponsoring a “Greens for Seniors” decorating event, during which participants will make handmade bundles of fresh greens, with ribbons, messages of holiday wishes and candy canes, for the residents of the senior apartment complexes at Colvin
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History museum receives Wurlitzer organ Members of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church delivered a no longer used Wurlitzer organ to the North Tonawanda History Museum. Their congregation has been supportive of the museum since it began. Donna Zellner Neal, executive director of the museum, had been asked to speak to members of the church back during the museum’s Oliver Street days by Gail Parske Bille, and they were first informed they would be getting the organ (a Wurlitzer Centura Delux Model 605 organ, manufactured in 1974) by Marcia Miner Poleon. When the four men arrived with the organ, Neal learned that only Marty Hall, who did some plumbing work for the museum when the pipes and water meter froze and had to be replaced in January 2010, had been in the history museum before. Hall inquired as to how they deal with the pipes in winter. Neal told him of the insulated room their volunteers
fluff and replace the lights, or replace the bows, every year. It’s an ongoing expense…I think we got them four years ago. People donated them in honor, or in memory, of loved ones, and we have a whole list of that on our website (www.villageofkenmore.com).” At 9 a.m. next Saturday, Nov. 22, KVIS will do Christmas and holiday decorating in the Village Green, in front of the municipal building at Delaware Road and Delaware Avenue. “We’ll probably be doing it all the way through noon, maybe 11:30 a.m. There’s a lot to do for Christmas and the holidays. We have decorations for Military Road, Elmwood Avenue, Delaware, the entrances to the village, so there’s a lot to be done.” She asked participants to bring scissors and gloves. “We’ll decorate the village green, the gazebo on
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USPS honors one of its ownin beautiful Veterans Day ceremony By Rebecca Gunning LOCKPORT STAR EDITOR
Every year for the last seven years, the United States Postal Service honors one of its own military veterans for his or her courageousness and dedication, both in the service and to the post office. This year, with the sun shining on an uncharacteristically warm November morning at 1200 William St. in Buffalo, John Light, a veteran of the Vietnam War, was honored with the Frank E. Cius Award in front of a crowd of about 50 postal employees and veterans. Light, who has worked as a letter carrier for the post office for the last 34 years, was drafted to serve in Vietnam at the young age of 19. After serving three years, he was honorably discharged when a booby trap went off, injuring both his legs. “It was tough, especially being away from home for the first time,” Light said. “It made you grow up real quick.” An emotional Timothy McKibbin, Light’s boss,
presented the award to him, giving a moving speech. “Only by the grace of God, and the dedicated surgeons and nurses who helped him through his wounds was he able to survive and return home in one piece,” said a tearful McKibbin, who also nominated Light for the award. “I was scared. The war was already going on so you knew where you were going,” added Light, who was awarded a Purple Heart and Combat Award among others for his service. “It was just a matter of making it back hopefully.” After the nomination from McKibbin, the post office’s Veterans Committee, composed of Marty Siminski, William C. Maygar, Kenneth V. Brown Jr., Elena Franjoine, David M. Lisowski and Patrick Gunning, unanimously chose Light. “It was a no-brainer. Not only with the job he did over in Vietnam, but also the way he goes about his job here at the post office,” Gunning said. “He does his job the right way, and is an extremely hard worker.” Also in attendance was Cius, whom the award was
named for. Cius, also a veteran of the Vietnam War, was part of the crew chief in a helicopter that was shot down. He was captured and spent six years in a POW camp. Seven years after receiving the inaugural award, he is still in awe that the award is in his honor. “I was honored. I just couldn’t believe that the post office was going to create an award,” said Cius, who worked at the post office for 22 years. “I didn’t realize the full extent of it until after I got the award. My name was going to be handed off to someone else to receive this award.” Cius believes this year’s ceremony was the best so far, and thinks it’s important for people to be understand what’s going on in the world as well as recognize the job former and current military personnel are doing. “I think we should have more recognition for the troops. I think it’s good to know what’s going on,” he said. “If you don’t want to serve, you should be aware of what’s going on around you.”
John Light, the man of honor, and his wife Mary. Photo submitted.
‘Girl Code’ star comes to Buffalo By Lauren Kirchmyer
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Syracuse native Jessimae Peluso grew up making her family and friends laugh. As she grew older she decided she never wanted to work for a boss, so she moved to Boston to work on improvisation and stand up comedy. In 2006, she packed her bags and moved to New York City. “It takes a long time to get funny,” she said, stating it takes a combination of ambition, humility and taking risks to make it in the comedy circuit. “I love connecting to random strangers by talking to them. I’m so fortunate to do it and make a living off of it.” Peluso found her best shows happened when she remained as genuine as possible on stage. One day, while performing stand up in New York City, her raw and unpredictable sense of humor attracted the casting directors of MTV’s “Girl
Code” and she was invited to audition for the show. “Being approachable and having humility on stage served me well,” she said. The casting directors liked Peluso and asked her to join the show’s cast. “Girls have a hard time growing up in this culture,” Peluso said. She loved that being a part of “Girl Code” gave her the opportunity to talk about various insecurities girls face while sharing her own experiences on how she survived them and became the woman she is today. “If I can let girls know beauty standards are ridiculous I think I accomplished something.” Besides being on “Girl Code,” Peluso has had the opportunity to appear on “The Tyra Banks Show,” “Failosophy” and “Chelsea Lately.” She also enjoys writing and has contributed to magazines such as “Cosmopolitan” and “Glamour.” Though she has had many memorable mile-
stones in the short amount of time she has been working professionally, her most memorable moment took place when she was shopping at her favorite store with her mom in Syracuse last Christmas. “A girl came up to me when we were at Marshall’s. She said I was her favorite girl from ‘Girl Code’ and asked if she could have her picture taken with me,” Peluso recalled. “My mom was so excited and was beaming with pride. It was a special moment for me. I’m doing all of this for my family. I want to be able to take care of them.” Though she misses her family and the Western New York accent, the selfproclaimed “lazy kid” learned she could achieve anything when she dedicates herself. “Find something you want so bad you would sacrifice everything to do it,” she said. “I’m fortunate to have found that.” She hopes to continue Jessimae Peluso. Photo submitted.
writing for magazines and appearing on television. She is currently working on writing a memoir and is on tour performing stand up. Peluso will visit Buffalo – for her first time ever – to perform at Helium Comedy Club, located at 30 Mis-
sissippi St. in Buffalo. Her shows begin at 7:30 and 10 p.m. Saturday. General admission tickets are $20 and may be purchased at www.heliumcomedy.com/ buffalo. A meet and greet will take place after every performance. “I invite all single fire-
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