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2020 Census: Area population smaller, older, more diverse BY BOB CLARK

The populations of Allegany and Cattaraugus counties became smaller, older and more diverse over the last decade. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau released late last week offered insights into population sizes, racial composition and age. The release of data tied to the April 1, 2020 Census Day was part of a collection of data to be used by states to draw new federal and state legislative districts before the 2022 election. The population of Allegany County dropped by 5.1%, from 48,946 to 46,456. The report was the lowest since the 1960 Census, which saw 43,978 reported. Allegany County’s population peaked at 51,742 in the 1980 Census, dropping between 1.1% and 2.5% until the 2020 Census. Cattaraugus County saw its population dip by 4.1% Kathryn Ross between 2010 and 2020, dropping from 80,317 to 77,042. Don Ash and Jim Ruschak, two of the founders of WRAQ Angelica, hosted a fifth anniversary hot dog party Monday in front of The report was the lowest the station on Main Street. population reported in the county in a Census since 1940 — then at 72,652. The population grew until it peaked in 1980 at 85,697, having dropped between 0.3% and 4.3% every decade since. Both counties saw comparable single-digit population dips to others in the area. The BY KATHRYN ROSS line of sight signal, at best, music ranging from Frank airing the St. Paul’s Episcopal population in Chautauqua from the broadcast antenna Sinatra to modern jazz and Church services. They even County dropped by 5.4% in 10 ANGELICA — Five years — but due to live streaming contemporary tunes; and lo- air a program from the David years, while Erie County saw ago the hot dogs were Don via the internet their reach is cal history and gardening A. Howe Library with direc- population increase by 3.8%. Ash and Jim Ruschak. On tor Nic Gunning. tips. immeasurable. Across the state line, Monday they were the ones McKean and Potter counties The station is on air around They have done it by put“I love it when we hear serving up the hot dogs as the clock with daily pro- also saw population losses. they celebrated the fifth an- from Angelicans living in ting local voices on the air. They’ve plugged in pro- gramming starting at mid- McKean County’s population niversary of WRAQ FM South Carolina or California who have listened to our gramming from the New night and going live from dropped 6.9% to 40,432 in Community Radio with their broadcast,” Ash said. York Times editorial staff, Angelica at 8 a.m. and con- 2020, while Potter County’s friends. historians, world news from tinuing through the daytime population dropped 6.1% to He added they have accomHot dogs because they hours with combined live and 16,396. took the bone in their jaws plished much of what they the Voice of America, book purchased programs. The local trends do not apand worked through all the set out to do — create a radio reviews and more to fill in the As they embark on the next pear to be unique to the area. gaps. paperwork, technology, lo- station that brings sports and Recently the station be- five years, the station is The Census Bureau reports gistics, construction and re- culture and local events to the people through a variety gan recording the meetings reaching out to younger gen- half of counties in the nation quirements to start a radio station in Angelica. It took of programs ranging from an of the Angelica Town Board erations to help take over. lost population in the last 10 years. Meanwhile, minority about a year. While the broad- old-time baseball game to the and airing them. And durGenesee Rapids’ games live; ing the pandemic they began WRAQ continued...................page 4 groups also grew in size and cast area is limited — a 15-mile

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share of the U.S. population in the 2010s. In Allegany County, 24 towns saw population decreases. The town of West Almond saw the largest decrease by percentage, losing 18% of its population — from 334 to 274. The town of Wellsville saw the largest in raw numbers, from 7,397 to 7,064. Five towns saw population increases, including Allen, Centerville, Hume, New Hudson and Willing. The town with the largest increase was Centerville, which saw a 13% bump in population — from 822 to 929. The town of Wellsville remained the largest, with 7,064 residents. The town of Birdsall remained the smallest, with 190 residents. Across the county, 14,069 residents lived in villages, not counting those in Richburg or Almond — which were not included in the data. All of the reported villages saw decreased populations, ranging from a 2% drop in Wellsville to a 16.8% drop in Angelica. The largest village remained Wellsville, with 4,587 residents; followed by Alfred at 4,026 and Cuba at 1,517. The smallest village remained Canaseraga, at 460 residents; followed by Angelica with 723 and Belmont with 856. The percentage of the county which identified as white only dropped by more than four percentage points between 2010 and 2020. In the 2020 Census, 91.6% of Allegany County residents — around 42,500 people — identified as white only. Those identifying as Black and African Americans rose about 57% to 1,147 in 2020, while those identifying as American Indian or Alaskan Native increased more than 167% to 861.

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25 Cattaraugus County, 7 Allegany County new COVID cases BY BOB CLARK More than two dozen more COVID-19 cases in the area were reported on Monday from over the weekend. As of Monday afternoon, Cattaraugus County Department of Health officials reported 5,907 cases to date, with 76 active cases and six hospitalizations. Another 345 people are in contact quarantine. The total number of cases is an increase of 25 since Friday, when 5,882 cases had been reported To date, 5,712 recoveries have been reported, and 110 deaths have been attributed to the disease — including one

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Fassett Greenspace Pavilion to be officially opened Aug. 28 WELLSVILLE — The Fassett GreenSpace Shade Pavilion ribbon cutting event will be held on Aug. 28 at 4 p.m. Over the last four years, local nonprofit Art for Rural America has transformed a vacant lot on 55 N. Main St. in Wellsville, into a space where families can get free, high quality produce while interacting with their neighbors. The Fassett lot is now a public garden in the village, with 2,000 sq. ft. of growing space in circular raised beds; an ensemble of sculptural musical instruments; a one-of-a-kind Bill Underhill fountain; a Little Free Library; and mosaic artwork. The newest addition to the Fassett GreenSpace is a shade pavilion with two rows of bleacher-like builti-n bench seating. This construction adds an additional area to grow more native plants and host community events.

Most importantly, the pavilion provides shade and protection from the elements for visitors. One of the shade sails is currently installed, and two more sails will be installed prior to the ribbon cutting. The roughly hour-anda-half ribbon cutting will consist of a recognition of donors and supporters and an overview of the history of the project, followed by a live dance performance within the labyrinth. Local dance instructor, Kate Martelle, choreographed a piece that exhibits dancers as they move between the garden’s walls, interacting with flowers, herbs, and vegetables. The performance debuted earlier in August and will be performed once again to showcase the creative spirit the Fassett GreenSpace Project brings to the Wellsville community. Following the dance and

ribbon cutting, volunteers will give tours of the public garden. Local musicians will join for an inaugural music performance using the new shade sail pavilion. The Fassett GreenSpace Shade Pavilion has support from the village of Wellsville, Alfred State College, LC Whitford, Wellsville Development Corporation, Clark Patterson Lee, Glenn Zweygardt, the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation through the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, The Giant, The East Hill Foundation, the Western New York Foundation, Art Services Inc. and many more volunteers. Please contact board president, Cassandra Bull at (518) 937-3234 or A r t forRu r a l A mer ic a @ gmail.com for more details or to be involved. To learn more about the project, visit artforruralamerica.org or follow Fassett GreenSpace Project on Facebook.

reported Friday. In Allegany County, the state Department of Health reported five new COVID-19 cases on Monday, bringing the total to date to 3,627 — an increase of seven since Friday. To date, 87 deaths among county residents have been reported. Allegany County Department of Health data was not updated by deadline, as the department switched to weekly reporting in July. The state reported Monday afternoon that 45.2% of Cattaraugus County and 39.4% of Allegany County

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WRAQ continued from 1 “We’re not getting any younger,” the two agreed, having come to the airways after retiring from their regular jobs. Younger voices are being heard on the broadcasts and, starting Wednesday, three young women from Genesee Valley Central School will broadcast their first show. “I expected it to be about school and what is happening there — games, contests and events — but when I talked to one of the students, she assured me that ‘they have opinions,’ so I’m not sure what to expect now,” Ash said. The station is also embarking on a new civics program, discussing a variety of subjects including why it is important to vote and how to register and vote around election and primaries.

Discussion will also include the roles of individuals holding political office, such as the role of the vice president and even the role of the Supreme Court. Most of those programs are purchased for broadcast. And although Angelica claims to be the birthplace of the modern Republican Party, Ash says they try to remain neutral when it comes to party politics. The local voices heard regularly on the station are, Stirling Smalley, who plays “The Best Songs,” Ash and Jim Gallman on “Good Morning, Angelica,” Justin Thaine’s “Classic Baseball,” Ruschak with a doo wop musical program and a Sinatra musical program, Josh Sherman with “Hip Crips Music” and Pam Duttweiler with a children’s reading program. They are always looking for more local programs, Ruschak said. In the future the station managers would like to increase the station’s ability

Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander groups jumped from 20 to 75 — 260% — while those identifying as a member of another race rose 435% to 1,418. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races rose almost 250% continued from 1 to 1,915. The number of county Those identifying as Asian residents identifying as increased by 0.83% to 608. Hispanic rose 60.6% to 2,117 Those identifying as Native — now making up 3.6% of the

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to broadcast live from local events. They also hope to purchase additional repeaters to enlarge the broadcast area. WRAQ-LP (92.7 FM) is licensed to serve the community of Angelica and is owned by Angelica Community Radio Inc. The station was assigned the WRAQ-LP call letters by the Federal Communications Commission on Feb. 26, 2014. The live-stream website is www.wraq.org. It is governed by a volunteer board of directors which oversees committees comprised of volunteers from Angelica and the surrounding area. There are no paid staff members. WRAQ is a not-for-profit station that needs the support of the community to build and sustain the station. WRAQ accepts donations in any amount to help the staff operate and improve the station. Checks may be sent to Angelica Community Radio, P.O. Box 1, Angelica, N.Y., 14709.

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county’s population. The population of Allegany County is also older than it was in 2010. In 2010, 21.6% of residents — 10,576 — were under the age of 18, while 78.4% of the population were adults. In the 2020 Census, 20.6% of residents — 9,593 — were children, with 79.4% of residents were adults.

Rains have washed out dike in town of Wellsville WELLSVILLE — Heavy rains this summer season have caused a problem in the town of Wellsville. Highway Superintendent Dean Arnold said Dyke Creek, near the Wellsville Hardware Store on Route 19, has washed out a dike that was built during the 1993 Flood Prevention Project. Part of an adjacent cornfield was also lost. Arnold said an inspector was expected to arrive this week to assess the damage. He said he hopes it can be fixed by installing riprap, but because it was constructed by the Army Corps of Engineers, they have the final say on the project. “We may have to bid the work out, but last time something like this happened the Army Corps of Engineers let

us do the work,” Arnold said. In another town matter, board members have approved the purchase of a broom for the loader used at the airport. No ordinary woodenhandled straw brush broom — this special broom will cost $23,000, including installation, according to Will Shutt, who oversees the airport facilities. With the Farmer’s Almanac calling for heavy snowfalls in January, Shutt told the board, “I can’t afford for that equipment to be unavailable in winter.” Even so, he expects between a 100- and 120-day wait for delivery. The board will decide at a later date whether the bill for

the broom will be paid out of the equipment fund or the general fund. “We’ll figure out where to take the money from when the bill comes,” Town Supervisor Shad Alsworth said. The board also approved the purchase of a universal towbar for the airport at a cost of $1,410 plus shipping. The cost will be paid from funds remaining in the Allegany County Airport Reserve Fund. Monies set aside by the county legislature for the Wellsville airport. Pertaining to the building project for the combined highway and town hall, Alsworth told the board that after discussing it with the head of the Building and Trades Department at Alfred State College it was decided to hire someone to oversee the project

and act as a liaison to the board and school. He proposed hiring Jack Jones, the former department head at the school. Arnold told Alsworth he thought Jones was an excellent choice. “He’s been in on the project since the beginning,” he said. The fee and duties will be hashed over by the board before they meet in September. Alsworth told the board that he expects to be meeting with Jones each week and that Jones will report to the board monthly. The project has been halted since Spring when the foundation was dug and holes for poles driven. It is awaiting the return of students to the curriculum to get started again. Construction is expected to

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begin before the end of the month. The board set the date for its first budget session for the 2021-22 budget — the meeting

will take place at the airport meeting room at 7 p.m. Sept. 1. The public is welcome to attend, but there will be no comment period at that time.

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Wellsville Village Board mulls spending ARP funding BY KATHRYN ROSS WELLSVILLE — The village board paid bills Aug. 9 and then started planning how to spend American Rescue Plan money. Like people and municipalities throughout the nation, the village has received its first payment of two through ARP — colloquially known as COVID-19 money. In late July the village received a check from the federal government for $223,446.02. The village will receive another payment, in the same amount, next year. Upon announcing the receipt of the funding, Mayor Randy Shayler told the board, “I’m very cautious and very concerned that we do not obligate ourselves to anything long term. “That we look at what kind of projects we can get our arms around for the total funding from the COVID money.” He went on to ask the board members to come up with projects before the next board meeting (Aug. 23) that might be undertaken with the funds.

Over the last couple of months projects such as repairing the town clock in front of the old municipal building has been discussed as well as landscaping and replanting the garden area around the building. At the time the suggestions were made, Shayler said that COVID funding could be used for each project. Getting down to the rest of the meeting, the board gave its approval for two events to take place this month. Starting Thursday and continuing through Sunday the Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a Chalk Walk. At the request of Fire Chief Kevin Fleischman and after concurring with the code enforcement officer, the board made the decision to approve the Dyke Street Engine Company’s request to hold a Corn Hole Tournament on Aug. 28, starting at 11 a.m. at the firehall on Hanover Street. Contact Ryan Nixon at (703) 801-1395 or Dennis Ellsworth at (585) 610-6390 for further information. Department of Public Work Supervisor Bill

Whitfield told the board that the crews have been busy striping the new pavement on Main Street using an epoxy on the crosswalk which is expected to last longer. After the meeting Whitfield answered a question concerning the west end of the new crosswalk on the north side of East State and Main. The site has been marked with traffic cones and tape since the street was repaved in early July. He explained that the village crews have to do more work at that site, adding blacktop rather than concrete to make that end of the crosswalk ADA compatible. “We’ll get it done before summer ends,” he said. Before the meeting adjourned, Chief of Police Tim O’Grady asked the board to accept and approve the 2021 STOP-DWI Plan. He told trustees that the funding, $9,300, which comes via the state from local fines collected from DUIs, has to be used to pay overtime for extra DWI patrols. The board approved.

Alfred University alum Joshua First nominated for Emmy for work on ‘The Politician’ As an Alfred University undergraduate, Joshua First ’03 was in charge of makeup for the 2001 production of The Crucible. He also began an internship that year at The Julliard School in which he branched out into hair styling. Now, at the age of 40, he has been nominated for an Emmy Award for his work on The Politician, the Netflix political satire that debuted in 2019. As an Alfred University undergraduate, Joshua First ’03 was in charge of makeup for the 2001 production of The Crucible. He also began an internship that year at The Julliard School in which he branched out into hair styling. Now, at the age of 40, he has been nominated for an Emmy Award for his work on The Politician, the Netflix political satire that debuted in 2019. “The Crucible was the turning point for me,” he says. He is waiting for the awarding of creative arts Emmys Sept. 11-12. The awards ceremony will be aired on FXX Sept. 18, the day before the prime time airing of Emmys

on Sept. 19. Joshua shares his own nomination with four other people working on hair styling for The Politician: Liliana Maggio, Timothy Harvey, Matthew Wilson, and Lisa Thomas. The group was nominated for their work on the episode “What’s in the Box?” in which lead characters competing in an election to the New York Senate scramble over the contents of ballot boxes. Sound familiar? Joshua was in charge of the hair styles of approximately 500 extras, whose appearances had to be consistent with the opposing styles of each candidate. “I was in charge of making sure none of those extras stood out, but also reflected the identity of their campaign,” he says. “I’d take a look at 500 people, and if somebody stood out, I’d assign them a make-up person and a chair.” Now 40 years old, Joshua lives in Long Island City, Queens, NY. He has lived in New York City for the past 18 years, beginning with his internship at Julliard. His spouse of three years, Scott Partridge, works for

American Express, which Joshua describes as “a nice nine-to-five job.” The working hours for a television series such as The Politician can be grueling, he says. His sister, Anjali Fahy, graduated from Alfred University in 2017. His brother, the late Justin Fahy, also attended Alfred University. Joshua says he got his first job in theater on Broadway, in December of 2003, only seven months after graduating from Alfred University with a bachelor's degree in theatre. “I like working.” Looking back at his undergraduate years, he points to three individuals at Alfred University who mentored him: retired Professor of Theater Steve Crosby, who directed The Crucible; Professor of Theater Becky Prophet; and former Alfred University Technical Theater Professor Michael Dempsey. He currently is working on a new project for Apple TV, following work he did on Apple’s Little Voice production. “I can’t talk much about it,” he says. “But it’s going to be an exciting show that comes out next year.”

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The service is also in desperate need for drivers. The volunteer must have a driver’s license and pass a physical test that shows they have good hearing, good vision and are in overall good physical health. “There’s more veterans now than ever before between Vietnam and the Gulf War,” said Gene Lee, a Portville Legion member. “But no one wants to (drive) other vets.” The joint van service is also in great need of one or two phone operators who can be in the office from 9 a.m. until noon on Tuesday and Friday. If you or a veteran you know is in need of transportation to Buffalo or Bath, or you would like to volunteer your time, the van service can be reached at (716) 7013604 or (800) 462-2901, ext. 3604, from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday.

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Youthful Cuba-Rushford ready to hit reset button BY J.P. BUTLER CUBA — It’s the general theme for high school football as a whole. The New York side of the Big 30 border had no fall 2020 season and had to accept a five-game spring campaign wedged between a host of other sports. It’s only just now returning to its normal routine — summer workouts, August practice, a full schedule. In that way, the area is entering what could largely be viewed as a “reset” year. And at Cuba-Rushford, that couldn’t be more fitting. The Rebels, under thirdyear coach David Wild, are beginning anew in almost every way. They lost 11 seniors, most of them starters, from a team that struggled to an 0-5 finish in April. They’re welcoming back just seven regulars from that spring season, including only two full-time starters: big linemen Benson McCumiskey and Clifford Karn. It’s, by far, the most inexperienced group in Wild’s time at either the varsity or lower levels, with 27 of the 33 on his given roster comprised of freshmen, sophomores and juniors. Given how the last year went, however, particularly for the Rebels, who lost those five contests by an average of 32 points, perhaps a fresh start isn’t a bad thing. And though they’re essentially starting from scratch, there’s reason for optimism. UNLIKE LAST year, C-R has a whole summer to prepare. It’s brought in a new assistant about whom Wild is excited: Jarrod Bell, who served as the head coach at Wellsville in 2018 and has been an aide at both Portville and Olean. And new for this season: a cooperative agreement with Hinsdale, from which the Rebels have garnered “five or six” additional players. Since being hired in 2019, Wild has forged a mark of 2-11, with just one win coming on the field — a 13-12 victory over Geneseo/Mount Morris in the ‘19 season finale (the following week, the Rebels received a forfeit triumph over Perry in the Connors & Ferris Class D Bowl championship). But as far as he’s concerned, C-R is now 0-0. “Just (from a teaching standpoint,” he said. “We have time to actually teach

Photo provided Seven letterwinners return from last year’s team for third-year coach David Wild at CubaRushford. Pictured are, front row (from left): Michael Swimline, Alex Baron and Haven Kellogg. Back row: Dom Bello, Benson McCumiskey, Clifford Karn and Justin Kerr. the younger kids, we have a ton of modified (kids) that are coming to work out, we have a ton of older kids who just haven’t played before, including the Hinsdale kids; they haven’t played since ponies. Just teaching them what high school football is, is its own thing, and the summer is definitely helping with that.” Of the newfound relationship with Hinsdale, which hasn’t had its own team since 2008, he added: “Just competition-wise, it adds a completely new dynamic. (We have) 5-6 new kids that are here to work, ready to play and want to play, want to start. And they’re coming in and trying their hardest … and there are some leaders among them, who are pushing as hard as they can and pushing everyone to try to get better.” THE REBELS graduated “basically all of the skills (guys),” Wild noted, including Ethan Rix and Trent Chamberlain, who split time at quarterback and were responsible for the bulk of their offensive production. C-R is still so unsettled as it breaks in virtually an entirely new lineup (and is still nearly two weeks from the start of official practice) that Wild wasn’t quite ready to list positions on his preview forms. So where does that leave his outfit as it heads into the fall campaign, its third under the federation-style scheduling adopted by Section 5 in 2019? “It’s going to be a rough

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transition at first,” he acknowledged. “We don’t expect to go in and win by 70 in game one. It’s going to be a transition, it’s going to take some time, because a lot of it is even the kids who are here are 10th grade and under. It’s just getting them used to it to build towards the future.” Despite that noticeable youth, there are building blocks in place. In addition to McCumiskey (5-11, 275) and Karn, the Rebels welcome back fellow linemen Michael Swimline and Justin Kerr, who rotated at tackle in the spring — the latter of whom is 6-foot-2, 305 pounds — creating a foundation on both lines. And though they lost the bulk of their skilled guys, they return a handful of players who got a taste at those spots, including Jack Frank, Alex Baron and Anthony Berardi in the backfield and Hunter Scott and Dominic Bello at wide receiver. And that gives the Rebels something to build on. “THE BIG strength is, they are coming together as a team for the summer,” said Wild, who’s kids were eagerly working the ropes and going through conditioning drills on Tuesday. “We have 36 kids here (Tuesday) alone. “They’re all working together; they all want to get better, they all want to win, they’re just competing with each other to be the best they can.”

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At a time where most programs are trying to move past the challenges of the previous year, Cuba-Rushford is embracing the idea of a blank slate. After all, after a winless spring, it’s only up from here. “It’s basically new everything this year,” Wild said. “I’m happier it’s this year; if this (had been the case) in the spring, it would be a lot more difficult. But we’ve got the summer, we’ve got Hinsdale, we’ve got a new assistant coach. It’s a complete reset.” For the Rebels, the overarching goal for 2021 is simple. They’re not worried about the playoffs, where they’ve been absent since making it in four of five years under Chris Fee from 2013-17. They’re not even necessarily concerned about wins and losses. They just want to make legitimate progress. “The big thing for me is improving each week,” Wild maintained. “Since we’re such a young team, Week 1 to Week 8, I want to see improvement all the way through, improve each game, and then we may shock a few people along the way. “People are expecting us to roll over; that’s not how it’s going to work. We’re here to work, we’re here to get better.” THE RETURNING starters: Michael Swimline, senior, 5-11, 190, offensive line/ linebacker Justin Kerr, senior, 6-2, 305, line both ways

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Benson McCumiskey, senior, 5-11, 275, line both ways Clifford Karn, junior, line both ways ALSO LETTERING were: Dominic Bello, junior, 6-1, 180, wide receiver/linebacker Jack Frank, junior, 5-11, 165, wide receiver/fullback/ linebacker Hunter Scott, junior, 5-10, 130, wide receiver/cornerback Anthony Berardi, junior, 5-7, 160, fullback/linebacker Alex Baron, sophomore, running back/linebacker Haven Kellogg, junior, offensive line/fullback THE REMAINING roster: Hunter Thompson (jr., 5-5, 155, running back/tight end), Ethan Erwin (sr., 6-1, 230, line both ways), Sam Grover, (jr., 5-10, 185, center/defensive end), Wyatt Shoff (jr., 6-1, 250, line both ways), Finn Ricketts (fr.), Luke Brooks (so.), Kadin Pierce (fr.), Ethan Cole (so.), Shaun Willis (jr., RB/WR), Cody Barton (so.), Braydan Numeracki (jr.), Haidon Moran (sr., RB), Adam Larabee (sr.), Tristan Clayson (so.), Caleb Elliott (fr.), Allen Fuller III (jr.), Noah Greenawalt (so.), Josh Grover (so.), Julia Horton (so.), Wade Hutchison (so.), Hunter Rix (sr.), Landin Taylor (fr.), Riley Wilson (so.) THE SCHEDULE: September 4 — at Oakfield-Alabama/ Elba, 7 p.m. 10 — Bolivar-Richburg, 7 p.m. 17 — at Geneseo, 7 p.m. 24 — Alexander, 7 p.m. October 1 — Avon, 7 p.m. 8 — at Clyde-Savannah, 7 p.m. 15 — Batavia-Notre Dame, 7 p.m. 22 — at York, 7 p.m.

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residents had received at least one vaccine dose, compared to the statewide figure of 56.9%. Cattaraugus County health officials will host several vaccine clinics in the next two weeks. A choice between either the Pfizer or Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccine will be offered to attendees at upcoming clinics. Pfizer vaccine requires the administration of a second dose within 21 days of the initial dose. The Pfizer vaccine is the only vaccine that has emergency use authorization for individuals 12 years of age and older. A parental/legal guardian consent will be obtained at the time of vaccination. Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) requires a single dose administration. Individuals 18 years of age and older are eligible to receive the Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccine. Appointments can be made through the Cattaraugus County website by visiting www.cattco.org/covid-vaccinfo. Walk-ins are welcome. Call (716) 701-3777 for assistance with registering. Clinics include: Friday: 2-5 p.m., Great Valley Fire Hall, Johnson & Johnson Aug. 28: 9 a.m.-noon, Olean county building, J&J, Pfizer

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5 Tips for Remodeling in Today’s Market (Family Features) In the aftermath of the COVID-19 lockdown, labor shortages and access to certain products affects numerous industries, including remodeling. Even so, after extra time at home and delays caused by the pandemic, there is high demand for home renovation projects. If you’re planning a home remodel or construction project, consider these tips from professional remodelers to avoid frustration and ensure your vision comes to life. Do Research and Plan Ahead Mapping out your project early and thoroughly can help you avoid delays. This is

especially important when it comes to materials, said John Brown of Bliffert Lumber and Hardware. “The quicker a homeowner can make selections, the sooner we can get it on order and get it in,” Bliffert said. Some contractors are adjusting the way they approach planning to offset delays. For example, selecting materials and finishes at the outset, instead of as you progress through the project like you normally would, may mean the materials are available when you need them. “The design process has really changed,” said Robi Kirsic

of TimeLine Renovation and Design. “We’re still designing based on homeowners’ wishes and dreams, but we’re also modifying by providing options based on what’s available.” Know Where You’re Willing to Compromise Whether you’re able or willing to compromise often comes down to why you’re doing the renovation in the first place.

“Some homeowners are specific about what they want,” Kirsic said. “They’ve been waiting for a long time to do this project and they’re not doing it to compromise. Others have a time constraint for one reason or another; they don’t have the luxury of waiting.” It’s a sentiment echoed by others, who caution that you may be able to get an item you have your heart set on, but

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HOME & GARDEN Remodel continued from 7 delays by changing your project scope or material selection. In this environment, project timelines are extremely tight and even minor changes can create significant disruptions, especially if there’s a delay in obtaining different materials or your new ideas require a different crew that wasn’t already scheduled for your job. Choose a Trustworthy Partner While these are unusual times, having a reliable contractor can make the project run more smoothly and help you feel more comfortable as the project progresses. “Use someone you trust, someone who is part of a reputable group like the National Association of

the Remodeling Industry,” Brown said. That way, if you encounter unexpected bumps along the way, you can be confident they will be handled professionally and appropriately. Brown encourages his teams to communicate early and often, which helps homeowners understand and trust they’re doing everything possible to keep the job on track. Be Patient Above all, understanding these are unusual times can go a long way toward a more successful project. “Patience will help it go a lot smoother,” Hensler said. “That may mean accepting longer wait times than you anticipated and a later completion date than you hoped.” The sooner you get your project started, the sooner your contractor can start mapping out a project timeline. Find contractors in your area at RemodelingDoneRight.com.

Quiet home noise with soundproofing Many people want their homes to be comfortable, relaxing retreats. While much thought will be given to layout and decor, the noises in and around a house also can affect how enjoyable a space is or isn’t. Certain offenders are driving up the noise levels in homes. New building materials that are lighter than those used in the past can make it easier for noise to travel between rooms. In addition, open floor plans make it easy for noise to travel from room to room, while handheld personal devices can make rooms noisy. Homeowners who want more peace and quiet in their home can take the following steps. Add more drywall Homeowners may not be able to add walls of sturdy brick to block sounds, but they can add more drywall in noisy rooms. Consider adding more drywall to a library or reading nook. The home improvement resource HomeLogic notes that drywall can be used to isolate

noisy rooms, such as those where kids practice playing musical instruments. Beef up dense materials Heavy curtains, fluffy furniture and thick carpets can make rooms quieter because they help absorb sound waves. Such items and materials also can help prevent echoes. Bare walls and floors will only make sounds bounce around. Seal holes and cracks Noises from outside can sneak around gaps in windows, doors and siding. Making sure gaps are sealed will not only make a home more energy efficient, but also help block out some exterior noises. Fix squeaky floors Wood floors can shrink and expand, leading to movement and the development of squeaky areas. By fixing squeaky floors, homeowners can reduce noise created when people walk through their homes. Soundproofing a home can be a relatively easy and effective DIY project.

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The importance of enrolling teens in driving school As teenagers eagerly await the arrival of the birthday that makes them eligible to get their drivers’ licenses, they may be anticipating the freedom that being able to drive alone provides. But that excitement can overshadow the immense responsibility of operating a motor vehicle. According to Geico, 25 percent of 16-year-old drivers are involved in a car accident during their first year of driving. Expertise behind the wheel comes with practice, and starting teen driving journeys with a good foundation of information and instruction is key. Enrolling in a driver’s education program can be a wise investment, and one that reduces the number of collisions on the road. The following are some ways driving school can benefit young drivers. • Pass your test the first time: Though requirements are different depending on where drivers live, they typically must pass both a written

and a road test to earn their licenses. Driver’s education courses go over the rules of the road and the laws governing safe driving. A road instructor will go over driving basics and help you put them into practice while behind the wheel. • Access to an expert: While Mom, Dad or another trusted adult may have the best intentions when teaching teens how to drive, they may be rusty with some of the rules. Furthermore, they may have adopted habits or shortcuts that, while they work for them, may not be the proper way to instruct new drivers. A driving school helps teens learn how to drive well and safely. • Specially equipped vehicles: The vehicles that driving schools have in their fleets have been modified to be especially safe. Most feature a rearview mirror and an additional brake pedal on the passenger side. This enables the driving instructor to have a clear view and also

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to act, if necessary, to avoid a collision while the student is still learning. • Meet requirements: Most states in the United States require driver training courses in some shape or form before a teen is able to get his or her license. In New Jersey, for example, obtaining a license is a multi-stage process. At age 16, teens may apply for a learner’s permit with proof of enrollment in a behindthe-wheel driver training course and a passing grade on the written test. At age 17, the student must then pass the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission road test. A probationary license will then be issued. If rules are followed during the probationary oneyear period, a basic license is issued at age 18. Driving schools also may facilitate contact between teen drivers and a local motor vehicle department, such as setting up road and written test appointments and enabling teens to use their vehicles for the road test. Such factors only underscore the ways families can benefit from enrolling young drivers in driving school.

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Items to include in college students’ quarantine bags Millions of parents dropped their children off on college campuses for the start of a new school year in August. While that might not stand out in a normal year, 2020 has proven to be anything but normal. Many colleges and universities grappled with how to approach the 2020-21 academic year as the world continued to battle the COVID-19 outbreak. Some schools chose to offer only remote learning and keep kids off campus entirely, while others offered in person classes and welcomed students back to campus. Still others created hybrid learning plans that combined remote learning with in person sessions. Regardless of which option schools ultimately chose, it’s fair to say that many recognized the potential that the pandemic could once again upset the academic apple cart after the semester began, forcing students and educators to adjust to fully remote learning in much the same way they did back in March. In addition to that potential outcome, students who returned to campus must be prepared to enter quarantine if they or a friend, classmate or roommate tests positive for COVID-19. In anticipation of that, it pays for students to prepare quarantine bags in case they need to isolate themselves at any point during the semester. Clothing Few college students have exclusive access to washers and dryers in their dorm rooms or apartments. Shared laundry rooms will likely be off limits while students are

under quarantine, so make sure to pack enough clothing to get through two weeks of isolation. Take inventory of your supply of pajamas, underwear and socks and purchase more if necessary. Food and cooking supplies College students accustomed to eating their meals at the dining hall food may need to prepare their own meals while in quarantine. Stock up on nonperishable items, such as pasta, soup, rice, and cereal, that can be stored in your room for long periods of time without expiring. Bottled water can help you stay hydrated should you feel ill, while decaffeinated tea can help you stay warm should you feel chills. Bring along a mini refrigerator, a toaster or toaster oven, a tea kettle, some pots and pans, bowls and plates, and utensils as well. Medical supplies Extra masks are a musthave when returning to campus, and they can help students make it through

quarantine as well. Masks can be worn when using restrooms or showers, even if students are attending schools that plan to isolate people who test positive in buildings that cannot be accessed by non-infected community members. In addition to extra masks, make sure you have enough daily medical supplies, such as toothpaste, shampoo, body lotion or soap, deodorant, tissues, and disinfectant, to last through quarantine, which is typically no less than two weeks. Technology While in quarantine, students will want to stay connected to the outside world and parents will no doubt want to check in as often as possible to see how their children are faring. A reliable laptop, desktop or tablet can ensure students can chat with family and friends and even stay up-todate with their schoolwork via the Zoom conferencing app. A backup phone charger also can

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