Challenger Community News October 9, 2019

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21st Century Gospel Preacher

Bishop Dr. Jacqueline A. Foye

Bishop Dr. Foye is the first female Bishop in this area and the First woman to build a church from the ground up in the State of New York. This weekend the Greater Apostolic House of Prayer Family will celebrate her 40th Pastoral and Church Anniversary. Page 7

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Giles, Galloway, Among Community Foundation $200,000 Grant Winners Page 3

ENTERTAINMENT

CMC International Jazz Fest Weekend!

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BLACK HISTORY

HEALTH

Food Justice Event: Food, Freedom, Farming!

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Africans Came to America Long Before Columbus Page 3

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INSIDE ROCHESTER

AROUND TOWN Baden Street Settlement Annual Gala Fundraiser The Baden Street Settlement will host its 2019 Annual Gala and Auction Fundraiser on Friday, October 18 at the Holiday-Inn Downtown Rochester. This year the agency is proud to honor Rodney A. Young, senior relationship manager and coordinator of the African American Leadership Development Program for the United Way of Greater Rochester, Inc. and Robert J. Duffy, president and chief executive officer of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce. The event is open to the public.

Diversity In Banking Network Event Join ESL Federal Credit Union and The National Black MBA Association, Western New York Chapter for drinks and hors d’oeuvres as we host a panel of ESL leaders as they share insight on what steps they took to succeed in the banking industry.

Place: ESL Headquarters 225 Chestnut Street Rochester, NY 14604 Date: Tuesday, October 22 Time:5:30pm6:00pm:Registration 6:00pm-7:00pm:Panel Discussion 7:00pm-7:30pm: Networking Space is limited, advance registration is required.

RSVP by Saturday October 12, 2019 at 585-336-1247 or esl.org/diversityevent

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BILLS UPDATE By George "The Radman" Radney

Bills Defeat Titans 14 - 7

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rainy warm day in Nashville, TN had the Bills playing aggressively and keeping Titans QB Marcus Mariota confused with finding the open receiver. The Bills defensive tackle Jordan Phillips had an outstanding half with three sacks. The Bills defense gave up only 91 yards in the first half. Buffalo Bills fans travel strong to road games and there was a large presence of Bills fans everywhere we went in Nashville over the weekend.

The Bills defense continued to impress with another stellar performance. All defensive starters were on top of their game with key plays throughout . Bills rookie defensive tackle Ed Oliver continues to improve and brings it on every play along with another rookie defensive end Darryl Johnson recording his first NFL sack.

Said Darryl: “It was a play action pass play and I reversed out of it and QB Mariota was right in front of me - my eyes got big and I made the play.I kept my jersey as a memento from getting my first professional sack . We had to stick to our game plan along with not letting great runners like Derrick Henry and Marcus Mariota beat you. We did an excellent job of executing our game plan.”

The Bills have been quite fortunate to beat losing teams and two of the wins came because of opponents missed field goal. The Titans regular steady kicker Ryan Succop is on Injured Reserved and could

come back later in the season.

Their fill in is current kicker Cairo Santos who missed 3 of 4 field goal attempts - almost unheard of in today’s NFL! But The Bills benefited from him and the New York Jets kicker in the opener, allowing then to be victorious.

The Bills offense must step it up real soon and become more relevant in controlling games by scoring more points. The Bills offense must start avergering at least 20 points per game in order to have a good chance of beating teams with winning records. Buffalo has not yet beat a team with a winning record but they will have their chances later in the season.

Bill Parcells: “You are what your record says you are.”

That’s very fitting for the Bills, and finally adding wide receiver Duke Williams to the active roster will help but Josh Allen has to stop turning the ball over and start taking what the defense gives you.

Duke Williams: “I gave the defender a move and got into the window for Josh. Me and my brother use to be on our knees in our mothers living room and ball up a sock and throw the sock and go get it - that’s was how I learned to shield my body away from defenders and catch the ball. I cried before going out on the field today and they were tears of joy. I was praying to stay humble grind and continue to grow as a man. I must continue to put myself in position for our team and I must do my part. Once you take anything for granted life has a funny way of humbling you so that’s what it’s about staying HUMBLE”.

Yes, after being blackballed

by NFL teams after his altercation with his head coach at

Auburn, Duke should have been drafted by an NFL team, but he went to Canada and became top receiver in the CFL last year. That’s great work by the Bills scouting team led

by Malik Boyd in finding a diamond in the ruff. Duke is hungry for success in the NFL and will be a welcome addition to the Bills team. It’s like the Bills were testing him to see if he was going to explode by being cut at the end of preseason. Duke Williams is the best wide receiver on the Bills team and for him not to have made the opening day roster is ridiculous. Once again - why is Patrick Dimarco on the team? He should be cut and replaced with a veteran running back that can complement Frank Gore until Devin Singletary returns from his hamstring injury.

The Bills are 4-1 and go on their bye week . I will analysis their overall performance and the rest of NFL quality teams fighting for possible playoff spots.

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AREA BRIEFS

A $100 Essay Contest for Adults Retired Teacher Eva M. Doyle is sponsoring a $100 Essay Contest for adults. Participants must answer this question:What Would You Like to Add to the African American Heritage Corridor? The African American Heritage Corridor features the Michigan Street Baptist Church, the Colored Musician's Club and other Historical buildings. What else would you like to see in this area?

Write a one or two page essay giving your ideas. There are four points to respond to in this contest. For a full list you can get the contest flyer by visiting the Merriweather Library or sending an email message to ewriter52@aol.com. The deadline to enter is October 26th. Prizes are first place $100, second place $75, and third place $50. For more information you can call (716) 847- 6010.

East Side, Airport Eyed for Metro Extension , Topic of October 17 Public Meeting The region’s leaders in transit, development, and policymaking will come together with the public on Thursday, October 17, to tackle one of the biggest questions about the future of the region: how to advance a proposal to extend light-rail access to the Buffalo-Niagara International Airport, tapping into the energy, investment, and positive development on Buffalo’s East Side.

On Thursday, October 17 from 5:30-7pm at the Merriweather Branch Library at Jefferson and East Utica, Citizens for Regional Transit (CRT) will host development experts and state and local policymakers at its final Quarterly Public Meeting of 2019.

CRT President Douglas Funke will present a proposal for a light rail line through the East Side to the Buffalo-Niagara International Airport, with responses from local experts and elected officials. An extensive question-and-answer period will follow the presentation and panel discussion.

Friday, Oct. 11 is Voter registration deadline This Friday, Oct. 11 is the voter registration deadline for the Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019 general election.

Registrations must be postmarked by Friday or delivered in person to the Erie County Board of Elections at 134 W. Eagle Street, Buffalo, NY 14202.

Registration forms are available at https://www.elections.erie. gov/VoterRegister.

Early voting for the general election runs Saturday, Oct. 26 through Sunday, Nov. 3. Polls will be open noon to 9 pm weekdays and noon to 6 pm weekends during this period.

A full list of early voting locations is available at https://www. elections.erie.gov/early-voting.

Residents may call 858-8891 for more information.

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James Giles, Kelly Diane Galloway, Among Winners of Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo $200,000 Grant Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, a local nonprofit organization committed to helping individuals, families and organizations make their charitable goals a reality, celebrated its first 100 years by recognizing the clients and partners that have played a role in reaching that milestone and by announcing the Centennial Award Endowment Winners and finalists. They are as follows: •Cause Award Endowment Winner: James Giles From Left:Rev. Giles, Ms. Galloway •Champion Award Endowment Winner: Diann Takens •Community Award Endowment Winner: David Zapfel •Up & Comer Award Endowment Winner: Kelly Diane Galloway “The Community Foundation has helped ignite change in Western New York alongside our clients for 100 years and the Centennial Awards celebrate everything our organization stands for,” said Clotilde Perez-Bode Dedecker, President and CEO, Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo. “Our four endowment winners and eight finalists are creating a more vibrant and inclusive region with opportunity for all and we look forward to seeing the impact they make with their grants and endowments in the near future.”

James Giles, Diann Takens, David Zapfel and Kelly Diane Galloway will be honored with $200,000: $100,000 to make a one-time grant to a Western New York nonprofit and $100,000 to create an endowment at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo that will allow them to make grants in their name forever.

The eight finalists – Jill Jedlicka, Karen Nicolson, Michael Martin, Marixsa Sanchez-Feliciano, Fajri Ansari, Jessica Bauer Walker, Dawne Hoeg and Megan McNally – will receive $25,000 each to grant to one Western New York nonprofit of their choice.

Buffalo Set To Host Holy Day of Atonement Event in Commemoration of the 24th Anniversary of the Million Man March

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he 24th Anniversary Commemoration of the Million Man March and Holy Day of Atonement will be marked by a major address by the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan from Christ Universal Temple in Chicago. Min. Farrakhan will deliver the address on Oct. 13 from the church pulpit and the program begins at 2 p.m. (Central time).

Local mosques and study groups around the country will be holding events over the weekend.

The Million Man March has been called “one of the most historic organizing and mobilizing evengs in he history of Black people in the United States.” Congress shut down that day and President Clinton left town.

In Buffalo “Community Call to Action Workshops" will be held featuring presenters and contributors Kelly Galloway, Betty Jean Grant, Dr. Wesley Muhammad, Carolette Meadows, Neal Dobbins and Gregory Glover.

Here are the details: COMMUNITY CALL TO ACTION WORKSHOPS Merriweather Library 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

SATURDAY OCT. 12 Free Half- Day Event Focused on Restoring the Health of Our Community For More Information call 716-570-3885 o r go to EVENTBRITE and search Holy Day Of Atonement 2019 Workshops.

Don’t Miss These Educational and Informative Sessions on a Range of Topics impacting the Community From the harmful quality of food being shipped into zip codes that are predominantly Black; the a high number of contaminated brownfields existing in urban areas where we live; lead tainted water in Flint MI, Newark NJ Chicago IL, and WNY; the high incidence of human trafficking in WNY making it one of the highest areas in the country; to cheap illegal guns flooding our streets and more!

Africans Came To America Long Before Columbus It has now become common knowledge amongst academics that Christopher Columbus clearly did not discover America.

An overwhelming body of new evidence is emerging which proves that Africans had frequently sailed across the Atlantic to the Americas, thousands of years before Columbus and indeed before Christ. The great ancient civilizations of Egypt and West Africa traveled to the Americas, contributing immensely to early American civilization by importing the art of pyramid building, political systems and religious practices as well as mathematics, writing and a sophisticated calendar.

The strongest evidence of African presence in America before Columbus comes from the pen of Columbus himself who noted in his journal that Native Americans had confirmed that Black skinned people had come from the south-east in boats, trading in gold-tipped spears.”

One of the first documented instances of Africans sailing and settling in the Americas were Black Egyptians led by King Ramses III, during the 19th dynasty in 1292 BC. In fact, in 445 BC, the Greek historian Herodotus wrote of the Ancient Egyptian pharaohs’ great seafaring and navigational skills.

In 1311 AD, another major wave of African exploration to the New World was led by King Abubakari II, the ruler of the fourteenth century Mali Empire, which was larger than the Holy Roman Empire. The king sent out 200 ships of men, and 200 ships of trade material, crops, animals, cloth and crucially African knowledge of astronomy, religion and the arts.

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Resolution Establishing Lead Poisoning Pilot Program in Erie County Passes Unanimously Chairwoman April Baskin was the primary sponsor of the $250,000 request for additional educational services for lead poisoned youtth.

Brandt Jean, the younger brother of Botham Jean, killed last year at the hands of a Dallas police officer who claimed to have mistakenly walked into his apartment, asked his brother’s killer if he could hug her after the sentencing.

The Question Of Forgiveness In The Court Tears, hugs and a new debate about race and forgiveness emerged after a White ex-Dallas cop was sentenced for the murder of her unarmed neighbor.

Brandt Jean, the younger brother of Botham Jean, killed last year at the hands of a Dallas police officer Amber Guyger, who claimed to have mistakenly walked into his apartment, asked his brother’s killer if he could hug her after the sentencing. Brandt went so far as to say that he didn’t want Guyger to face jail time for the 2018 shooting.

Video of the embrace immediately caused waves online.

Some people, many of them White, valorized it, calling Jean’s act 'inspirational.'

Some, many of whom were Black, were confused or disheartened by it.

But wait! There were more hugs – amazingly from the judge - also Black - who hugged the killer then gifted her with a Bible. What some saw as compassionate, others found biased and inappropriate. Critics have also questioned whether a Black defendant would have been shown the same compassion.

African Americans are more likely than White people to be arrested, convicted and given stiff sentences, according to research by the Sentencing Project.

And don’t forget the Black police woman in the courtroom who helped Amber “fix her hair” after the verdict.

While Amber got 10 years some analysts say she’ll probably be out in 5.

At the October 3, 2019 meeting of the Erie County Legislature’s Health & Human Services committee, the legislators unanimously approved a resolution creating a pilot program for educational intervention services for children who suffer from lead poisoning. The resolution was introduced and supported

by Chairwoman April Baskin.

Currently, there is a referral process for any child who tests positive for lead at a level above 10 micrograms per deciliter.

Cases are reported to the New York State Department of Health within 24 hours. However, lead poisoning can occur even when much lower levels of lead are detectable in the blood. With collaboration from Lead 716 and faculty from the University at Buffalo’s Law School, Erie County will create an educational services pilot program for up to 100 children who have a lower blood lead level of 5 mcg/dL to 10 micrograms in order for them to receive additional services.

“I originally introduced a resolution to provide more educational services for children with lower blood lead levels in September 2018 that sought to address this lead hazard in our community. Our aging housing stock means that many children are being exposed to lead particles on a daily basis which can have lasting, negative impacts on their entire lives. I have worked diligently and intently to get this issue brought to the forefront. After much work and dialogue with community activists, medical professionals and the Erie County Department of Health, we found an acceptable way to move forward this pilot program” said Chairwoman Baskin.

The Legislature will next work to identify $250,000 in funding in the 2020 Budget for the pilot program to assist up to 100 children. Baskin added: “I am confident we will find a way to work this into Erie County’s 2020 budget as my Legislature colleagues have all acknowledged the necessity of confronting childhood lead poisoning from all possible avenues.”

For additional environmental and medical resources on lead removal and treatment, please visit the Erie County Department of Health website at www.erie.gov/health.

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HEALTH MATTERS

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Pink Ribbon Season

By Christy Widman, MPH Assistant Director, Office of Cancer Health Disparities Rese

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t’s that time of year again: the kids are back to school, the leaves are starting to turn colors and before we know it, the pink ribbon will be upon us. Yes, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Pink ribbons are everywhere, but what do they really mean?

The pink ribbon is there in honor of those we have lost from breast cancer and to celebrate those who have survived the disease. Other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women. Certain populations get breast cancer more often and others die more frequently once they have the disease. For example, in Western New York, white women get breast cancer more often than other races, but an African-American woman with breast cancer in WNY has a higher chance of dying from the disease. Researches at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center work hard every day to eliminate the differences in cancer death rates between races and help all women survive breast cancer. However, scientists cannot do it alone; women need to get annual mammograms.

Today, more women survive breast cancer than ever before and that is largely due to mammograms. A mammogram is an x-ray of the breast and its surrounding tissue and is the best way doctors have to identify breast cancers early. The earlier a breast cancer is found, the better chance of survival. Think about breast cancer like a bag of marbles. When discovered at an early stage, such as through a screening mammogram, there may be only one marble in the bag. The longer the breast cancer sits undetected (when women don’t get mammograms) the more marbles accumulate in the bag and then ultimately, the bag breaks and marbles scatter everywhere. If you have ever tried to clean up a broken bag of marbles, you know it’s a hard job, and you will likely miss a marble here and there.

The point of the mammogram is to find the marbles before they multiply and spread.

At Roswell Park, we recommend women start mammograms at age 40 to offer the best chance for finding changes in the breast earlier. Scientific studies have found that when women get mammograms starting at 40, the overall death rate from the disease drops. Some women may require earlier or different screening methods based on their personal or family medical history. It is important for all women to discuss their breast cancer screening needs and personal risk factors with their doctors.

This October let the pink ribbon be a reminder to you, or the women in your life, to take care of your breast health. Visit roswellpark.org/pinkribbon for more information and to schedule your next mammogram.

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Food, Freedom, Farming

By Gail V Wells

What does food, freedom and farming have in common? The answer in one word...Kujichagulia!

The ability to be healthy and well is the foundation for having a good life. Controlling what we eat, how it is prepared and how it is grown is essential for health. Especially if one believes “food is thy medicine” and “you are what you eat."

Kujichagulia is the Swahili word for “self determination”. To speak, name, define, and create for ourselves as an African people was stripped away during the process of enslavement and continued with Jim Crow. But there is a local movement afoot among food activists/progressives to reframe the conversation regarding food equity. Access to healthy food is viewed as a basic right that includes food preparation, ownership of farm land and grocery stores including sovereign issues over what we choose to eat and grow.

Leah Penniman is a Black Kreyol farmer who has been tending the soil for 20 years and organizing for an anti-racist food system for 15 years. She will speak here Oct. 15 during Buffalo Food Sovereignty Week.

On Wednesday, October 9th the Buffalo Food Equity Network and Food for the Spirit are hosting an “End of the Season Gardening Day” at the Michigan Street Baptist Church, 511 Michigan Street, and the Jesse Clipper Square, William and Michigan Street from 4:30-6:30pm. Both properties are located in the Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor. This location was selected to encourage a connection between history, nature, health and sacred space. Master Gardener, Gail Wells will lead participants in activities on how to prepare any garden for the winter and how to plant bulbs for bloom in early spring using natural techniques rooted in Southern African American culture and spiritual practice. Bree Hassan will engage children in a fun educational garden activity. Families are encouraged to participate! There will be free food prepared on a grill! Come dressed for the weather!

On October 15th during Buffalo Food Sovereignty Week there are two free food justice events that will reframe the current paradigm on food equity.

From 3:30 - 5pm at Gerard Place, 2515 Bailey Avenue, a panel of renowned chefs and experts will discuss the importance of reclaiming heritage and culture by decolonizing our diet. At 6pm, Leah Penniman, author of “Farming While Black” and co-founder of Soul Fire Farm, will discuss food sovereignty as a right.

She will present a revolutionary vision that focuses on increasing farmland stewardship by people of African descent, restoring Afro-indigenous farming practices and ending food apartheid.

Please join the members of the Buffalo Food Equity Network by signing up at http://groups. google.com/d/forum/buffalofood-equity. For more information or to sign up for the programs above go to foodforthespirit.org.

US abortion rate drops

The number of abortions in the USA has fallen to the lowest level since the procedure became legal in 1973, according to a new study that cites a decrease in pregnancies rather than tighter restrictions on abortion.The report counted 862,000 abortions in 2017 – a 7% decline since 2014 .The study reported more than 1 million abortions in 2011.

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FAITH & FAMILY

Bethany Missionary to Honor Pastor Allen and Wife on 13th Pastoral Anniversary Bethany Missionary Baptist Church will honor Pastor Raymond H. Allen and his wife Reverend Lora Allen on the culmination of Thirteen years of Pastoral care of Bethany.

The Anniversary Service will be held on Sunday, October 13.

The 11:00 a.m. speaker will be Evangelist Joyce Scott of Word of Life Ministries, Niagara Falls, N.Y. Her Pastor is Bishop Jessie Scott.

The 3:00 P.M. Guests will be Pastor Dennis Lee and Congregation of Hopewell Baptist Church, Buffalo, N.Y. The theme for the day and year is: "Keep on Working." I must work the works of Him that sent me while it is day, The night cometh, when no man can work. John 9:4.

Chairpersons are Deaconess Katie Billips and Sis. Virginia Osby. For more information, please call 285-2893

Come On Children Let’s Sing!

A City wide children’s music workshop and concert will be held Wednesday, October 23 – Friday, October 25 at 6p.m. nightly for ages 3-11 years old. Workshop concert will be held Saturday, October 26 at 6p.m. This event will be held at Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, 165 Doat St., Buffalo Rev. John E. Elliott is the pastor. Presented by Bro. Adolphus Allen, Sis. Martha Connor, Sis. Yvonne Patterson and others.

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“You Are Not Alone” (Part 2)

Sexual Abuse Awareness Seminar Blessings from God Praise Dance Ministry Presents “You Are Not Alone” (Part 2) Sexual Abuse Awareness Seminar on Saturday, October 19 from 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., at the Frank E. Merriweather Library 1324 Jefferson Ave. Guest speakers are pastor Anderson of Faith Bible Tabernacle Center (Rochester NY) Bishop Snell of Greater Joy Baptist Church (Buffalo NY) and Minister Darlene McMickens of Greater Peace Deliverance Worshipping Center (Buffalo NY) and many more. For more information contact Shira Benson at 716 440-4659. Free admission, limited seating.

Light refreshments will be served.

The 4th Pastoral Anniversary Celebration The 4th Pastoral Anniversary Celebration of the Rev. Dr. Jimmie Hardaway Jr. and Rev. Karen M. Anderson Hardaway (42 years + 15 years of Pastoring) will be held at Trinity Baptist Church, 1365 South Ave., Niagara Falls. The pre-anniversary musical will be on Friday, October 11 at 6:30pm featuring local soloists and choirs. The anniversary services will be held on Sunday, October 13 at 10:45a.m. also on Sunday, October 13 at 2p.m. For more information call 716-285-0743 or email trinity@trinitynf.org

Position of Pastor at Zion Missionary Baptist Resumes are being accepted for the position of Pastor for the Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in divinity or theology study with a minimum of five years of experience/training; licensed and ordained by an accredited Baptist church in pastoral duties ; or an Associates’ Degree in divinity or theology study with a minimum of ten years of experience and training All candidates are subject to a criminal background, child abuse, and credit check screenings.

Please submit resume to Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 179 East Ferry St. Buffalo, NY 14208 or email to zionmbcbuffalo@ gmail.com Resumes will be accepted until November 1, 2019.

NO phone calls please!

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“21st Century Gospel Preacher” Bishop Dr. Foye is the First female Bishop in this area and the First woman to build a church from the ground up in the State of New York. This weekend the Greater Apostolic House of Prayer Family will celebrate her 40th Pastoral and Church Anniversary

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ishop Dr. Jacqueline Foye, senior pastor and founder of the Greater Apostolic House of Prayer, vividly remembers her first sermon.

“The subject was ‘Why Me’" she recalled. “I was thinking of all the people God could have chosen, all of the people he could have used, so why me? And God said to me…'Why not you?' ” So began the pastoral journey of this amazing Woman of God. She was appointed pastor and overseer to the Apostolic House of Prayer in 1979. In 2011 she was elevated to the office of Bishop and was recognized as the first woman Bishop, so named, in the World Assemblies of Restoration Apostolic Churches Worldwide.

Bishop Foye also holds the distinguished honor of being the first female to build a church from the ground up in the State of New York – The Greater Apostolic house 0f Prayer at 1555-1465 Fillmore Avenue.

Charismatic, humorous and demonstrative, Bishop Foye, who is 83 years young, has been referred to as “a 21st century Gospel preacher.”

“I’m led by God. I love God and I love people and I try to reach the heart. The Bible says out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks,” she referenced. “So I speak from the heart.”

The recipient of many awards and honors, she graduated from Jesus the Liberator Seminary of Religious Justice in 1995. Having been raised in the Apostolic faith, she said “it was definitely a culture shock” but “a great experience for me. God moved me so I could integrate with other denominations and better un-

derstand them and to be more broad minded and inclusive.

It made me a better person and helped me to re-educate our people to be more open minded as well. I was totally blessed by the experience.”

Her philosophy is: ”It’s not about me. It’s not about you.

It’s about God.” This weekend, Saturday October 12 and Sunday October 13, The Greater Apostolic House of Prayer Church family - both its Buffalo and Dunkirk, New York locations - will celebrate Bishop Foye's 40th Pastoral and Church Anniversary; a significant milestone to say the least.

The anniversary banquet will take place Saturday at 5 p.m. at the Classic V Banquet & Conference Center, 2425 Niagara Falls Blvd. The keynote speaker for the event will be H. Bernard Alex, Senior Pastor of Victory Temple Fellowship Church in Syracuse.

On Sunday, October 13 at 12 noon, Bishop Foye’s son, Bishop James E. Foye Jr., Senior Pastor of Kingdom Dimension Ministries in Buffalo, will be the keynote speaker at the Greater Apostolic House of Prayer, on Fillmore.

-Journey of the SoulBishop Foye was born in Goldsboro, North Carolina.

She was only two years old when she lost her mother and was reared, along with six sisters and one brother, in an Apostolic home by her father, Deacon Monroe Bryant.

“I started playing piano when I was 6 or 7 years old,” she said “the Lord just gifted me to play without any formal lessons.”

She has lived in Buffalo much of her adult life, and married her high school sweetheart James E. Foye,

Sr. who she described as “the love of my life…a man of God” in 1955. They were married for 54 years. Deacon Foye died in 2010. They had three children James Jr., Valerie and Tracey. All of their children are in the ministry.

Their son is a Bishop and their two daughters are pastors at The Greater Apostolic House of Prayer Church.

Bishop Foye continued her education at ECC; was employed for several years by the Buffalo Board of Education, and even worked as a shoe store manager. Active in the community and the church, she eventually found herself organizing choirs in various cities and states along the east coast. For 25 years she worked faithfully as the Minister of Music for Emmanuel Temple Church in Buffalo under the leadership of the late Bishop William Crossley.

Over the years she said she began to seek the Lord and ask him to remove her from the piano.

He answered her prayer and when she realized that God had called her to the ministry, she said “I couldn’t catch my breath…!”

“The first time I was called pastor I cried because I knew the responsibility behind it and it was pulling at my heart.

I asked myself, can I really help people? Can I make a difference in the things that I say? My life has to be transparent…Can I do this?”

She and her husband started out having church in their home before buying a vacant house and converting it.

“God gave my husband the vision and the faith to turn it into a church,” she said. “He worked tirelessly.”

Bishop Foye in front of the Greater Apostolic House of Prayer photo Blanc Photography

After it was renovated and that was over half of what we the church began to grow, the needed to build a church. I Lord spoke to me and said, pulled every dime out of that ‘I want you to build me a bank just as fast as I could!” house.”

With God’s guidance, she With unshakable faith, she was led to a company in Texas followed God’s instructions. with a Bond program. “After They ultimately acquired the that it took off! The Lord did area across it! And we began the street from to praise Him! their small We praised God church at 1482 every step of the Fillmore near way!”

E. Ferry – a “Today this lot which they church is paid had been usfor,” she contining for parking ued proudly. “Our – to build the church in Dunkirk new House of is paid for as well Worship. as the house we There were own next to the skeptics and church there.” naysayers. The “The Lord The first church. congregation took all the stress was not large, and all that I went but dedicated and faithful. through from my memory Ultimately the building fund because he wanted me to foraised enough money to pro- cus on the fact that I put my ceed. trust and confidence in Him. However getting a mortgage He’s a God of his Word….. I was not so easy. can only remember the fact “The incredible thing is we that God met the needs. Every could not get one bank in this time the contractors needed city to give us money,” re- payment it was there. To God called Bishop Foye. “We had be the glory!” $150,000 in a bank and they -A Heart For Godwould not lend us a dime…

Black women have long

been regarded as the backbone of the Black church. And the fact that African American church congregations are predominately women and the pastors nearly all male, is nothing new said Bishop Foye.

“There were always more women than men in the church, even today no matter what the denomination.

I think (in part) it is because women are more dependent on God…their heart is always turned towards God…women have always had a heart for God…and God has always used women, but the men kept them in the background. To a great extent that is still the case in some denominations,” although, she added, progress has been made and much has changed.

“It did not bother me that at the time I became a pastor that women were having a hard time in the ministry,” she continued. “I had no problem because I made a vow to God and He had my undying devotion.”

Bishop Foye said that she is thankful that God has allowed her to live to be able to see the fruits of her labor.

“I’m free now to travel more and visit churches and I don’t have to worry about dying and leaving the church struggling and in debt.”

She preaches only once a month or when she “feels like preaching.” Her daughters, she said proudly, “are very good preachers too.”

“Sometimes I look around at the wonderful things that God has done and I am so grateful that he has allowed me to live this long…”

(For more information about the 40th Pastoral and Church Anniversary Gala on Oct. 12, call 895-9633 or go to Facebook Messenger Greater AHOP Church.)

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ON STAGE •Billy Cobham Crosswinds Project w/Randy Brecker 75th Birthday Celebration Tour Tuesday October 22 @ TRALF MUSIC HALL" fusion's greatest drummer."

7pm Doors | 8pm Show General Admission Event $27 Advance / $30 Day of ShowTicketmaster. com / Tralf Box Office 716.852.2860 / Tralf.com

Valentino Dixon: Drawing My Way To Freedom New Exhibition to Feature Works of the Artist, Exoneree and Criminal Justice Reform Advocate VALENTINO DIXON

DRAWING MY WAY TO FREEDOM

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Join the Burchfield Penney and the Buffalo Jewish Community Relations

Council for the unveiling of drawings by Valentino Dixon. Convicted for murder, exonerated after 27 years behind bars, Dixon’s passion for art

sustained him. Don’t miss a special preview October 10 at 5:30 pm,

BENEFIT CONCERT FOR RUFUS “BREEZY” Cole Jr. Sunday, Oct. 13th, 3:30 p.m. (doors open at 2:30 p.m.) , Rockstarz, 603 Digens St., Cheektowaga, featuring Uncle Willie, Delane, Next level, Top Notch Band, Will Holton & More.

Admission $15. (716)240-9161. "Rufus Breezy Cole Jr. has aided many locals in their music journeys and has been a friend to even more. The proceeds from the concert will go to his everincreasing hospital bills. Your prayers and support are sought as he is in need of a healthy kidney.”

•The Nursing Home opens Saturday October 12 for two shows, 5p.m. & 7p.m. at the Alleyway Theatre located at 1 Curtain Up Alley.

Show Times are 5pm -7pm.

Tickets $30 in advance available at Doris Records 286 E. Ferry more info contact Dawna@exposedmultimediagroup@gmail.com

•Ujima Theatre’s “Pipeline” Opens to Rave Reviews: Directed by the in-

comparable Lorna C. Hill and starring Shanntina Moore, Jerai Khadim, Mary Moebius, Phil Davis, Johnny Rowe and Samantha Cruz. On stage now “Pipeline” runs through October 13 Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 4 p.m. at Ujima Theater, 429 Plymouth Ave. Tickets are $30 general admission, $25 for seniors and $15 for veterans and students. For tickets and reservations: www.ujimacoinc.org or call (716)281-0092.

•Drea d'Nur Performes at M& T 2nd Friday Singer and songwriter Drea d'Nur will be the featured performer at the Burchfield Penney Art Center’s M&T Second Friday, October 11, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. The event is free and open to the public. Drea’s work has reached national and international acclaim with localized work to highlight the rich history of Black music and art in Buffalo.

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with an artist talk hosted by WGRZ-TV reporter-anchor Claudine

Ewing at 7:00 pm as Dixon shares his story and discusses criminal

justice reform. For more information, visit BurchfieldPenney.org.

Valentino Dixon survived 27 years in prison because of the comfort he found in art. Dixon’s art ultimately set him free - a 2012 profile on his work in Golf Digest garnered national attention to his case, and in September 2018 he was exonerated.

Drawing My Way To Freedom, his first major exhibition in a museum, will open at the Burchfield Penney Art Center at SUNY Buffalo State Friday, October 11 as part of M&T Second Friday, 5:30 pm – 7:30 p.m.

The event is free and open to the public. On Thursday, October 10, 7 p.m. There will be an artist talk that is free with gallery admission ($10 adults; $8 seniors; $5 students). Show will be on view thru March 28 2020 for more info go to burchfieldpenney.org.( excerpt from article by Tiffany Gaines )

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Above Valentino Dixon, Hirono Golf Club (detail), 2016 Acrylic on canvas; Courtesy of the Artist.

"Ladies Swing The Blues" On Stage at The Paul Robeson Theatre inside

the African American Cultural Center 350 Masten Avenue now thru Oct. 13 - an entertaining "Jazz Folklore in the Key of Swing." Curtain time is 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and Sunday Matinee’s at 4pm.

Written, Directed and Choreographed by Thomas W. Jones II with original music composition by William Knowles and featuring Brittany M. Rumph, John Campfield, Kacy Lynn Carbone, Latosha Jennings and Lily Jones with an amazing live band under the Direction of Mr. Frazier Thomas Smith with Abdul Rahman Qadir, Ben Levitt, Jeremy Nesbitt, Quentin McCauley. Tickets are on sale now at the Paul Robeson Theatre box office (716) 884-0279.

General admission is $35, Senior/Students $30. Group rates are available.

For reservations, and more info call (716) 884-0279. or stop by the African American Cultural Center at 350 Masten Avenue (716) 8842013

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Dear Nina : a Sonic Love Letter to Nina Simone with Drea d’Nur and Rootstock Republic

Kimera Lattimore aka The Kim-Era Presents an Encore Performance of The Road to Lipstick on October 11 @ 6 p.m. sharp

(show starts at 7:30) at The Aud, 567 Hertel Ave. The daughter of Stacy Lattimore, who was a member of Process and the Doo Rags, Kimera is a singer, songwriter, vocal teacher, musician, producer and soon to be author. She is a true artist devoted to the message of empowerment and shining in determination to give the recipe of "Not Being Defeated." The Road To Lipstick is an all-star production with an all-star cast and as Kim-era puts it " Music is Medicine!" Tickets on Eventbrite or contact Aviance German at 716 316-7717 for more ticket info.

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Join the captivating, powerful and poised talents of vocalist and pianist Drea d’Nur (accompanied by 6-piece string ensemble Rootstock Republic) in a uniquely intimate and newly orchestrated songbook of Simone’s love songs, blues, and protest music as they pay tribute to her legacy in music.

Dear Nina will be performed on Sunday October 20 at 6p.m. at the Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center, 825 Depot Ave. West in Niagara Falls. Tickets at www.niagarafallsundergroundrailroad.org This program is presented by the Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage center and the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area in commemoration of the 400th anniversary of the first enslaved Africans arrival in America.

International Jazz Fest Kicks Off This Friday In Buffalo!

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n October 11th the CMC Jazz Fest kicks off for three memorable days of Jazz.! The anticipated CMC Jazz festival has been moved to the fall season to better highlight the festival’s elite level of jazz musicianship and artistry which sets it apart from outdoor offerings found on area stages throughout the summer months.

Local and international Industry pioneers, newcomers and fan favorites will be in full swing turning up the jazz journey through sound this weekend around the city .

French/Dominican singer Cyrille Aimée and Guest visionary, Blue Note/ Revive artist, saxophonist Brent Birckhead are this year’s headliners.

Festival highlights also include the CMC, Burchfield Penney Art Center and Hallwalls Contemporary Art Center in a collaborative musical celebration in honor of the late great Reynold Scott The all-star ensemble will play some of Rey’s original tunes, reimagined.

The curated show will feature Brent Birckhead on woodwinds, and French string composer/ improviser, Scott Tixier on violin. Artistic Director and lead pianist, Walter Kemp 3, calls the collective “Reyvolation--outer play-ces” and brings with him the ability to maintain a unique retrospective, while artistically reinventing the music in a way that lends itself to futurism. The unit will perform with a freedom indicative of Scott, and includes Abdul Rahman Qadir on drums, woodwind artist and Hallwalls Artistic Director Steve Baczkowski, bassists Sabu Adeyola and Rishon Odel, vocalist Curtis Lovell, percussionist Ravi Padnamabha, and guitarist Greg Millar There will also be the dynamic sitar and drummer duo featuring Naryan Padnamabha and David Teaspoon Hulett led by Sabu Adeyola and Don Metz featuring award winning pianist George Caldwell and famed drummer Darryl Washington in honor of Rey Scott’s music that will conclude the festival. See festival updates and tickets on www.cmcjazzfest.com.

The 2019 CMC Jazz Fest Scheduled Line Up FRIDAY 10/11 "CMC Jazz Opening VIP Mixer" VENUE: Historic Colored Musicians Club CMC Festival Kick-off Cocktail Hour 6:00pm- 7:30pm

Singer, sonwriter and artist AMINA The Empress will be Holding a live recording on October 23 UNPLUGGED at GRC AudioStudio A, 564 Franklin St. Tickets on sale now at empresslah.com follow her on IG @_empressmuic

SHOW George Spanos Trio VENUE: Historic Colored Musicians Club Series: CMC Living Legends 8:00pm SATURDAY 10/12 SHOW Doors at 5:00pm 6:00pm- "Reyvolation: Exploring Outer Play-ces" ReyVolation Dectet VENUE: Burchfield Penney Art Center SATURDAY 10/12 CON'T 10 Musicians re-imagine the works of Reynold Scott; Avant Garde woodwind artist, educator, and member of Sun Ra Arkestra Series: CMC Tribute Series

SHOW/ LOUNGE SET Tommyrotter Official Drink Sponsor The Mansion on Delaware . . . Pouring signature drinks!

8:00pm- Naryan & Teaspoon "Sitar, Beats, & Drums" VENUE: The Mansion on Delaware Series: CMC Trap Door Series SUNDAY OCTOBER 13 SHOW 2:30pm- Brent Birckhead Quartet VENUE: Historic Colored Musicians Club Series: CMC NEXT Series ARTIST MASTER SERIES 4:00pm- Cyrille Aimee shares the magic of her craft VENUE: Historic CMC Jazz Museum Series: CMC Artist Master Series SHOW 7:30pm- Cyrille Aimee Quartet VENUE: Historic Colored

Musicians Club Series: CMC Jazz Innovation Series HISTORIC TRIBUTE JAM 9:30pm- Led by Sabu Adeyola VENUE: Historic Colored Musicians Club Series: CMC Tribute Series

See cmcjazzfest.com for upt to the minute info& tickets

The CMC International Jazz Festival Presented by M&T Bank acknowledges the following sponsors: Tommyrotter Distillery, The Mansion on Delaware Avenue, Hotel Henry, KeyBank, Burchfield Penney Art Center, Hallwalls Contemporary Art Center, WNED JazzWorks, Villa Maria College, African American Cultural Center, Hon. Legislator Barbara MillerWilliams, Hon. Mayor Byron W. Brown, State Senator Tim Kennedy, Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, Try-it Distribution and Dolce Family Fund and Mix Musik & Media Artist Management Group. You'll want to be at the Club on festival weekend, and continue to join them annually; every second weekend in October.

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-An Apology-

U.S. Chess Federation Coach Michael McDuffie to Be Honored United States Chess Federation coach Michael A. McDuffie will be honored at the National Chess Day celebration on Sunday, October 13 at the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library at 1 Lafayette Square from 12:30- 4 p.m.

Also known as “Western New York’s Chess Ambassador,” Coach McDuffie is the founder and director of The Archangel 8 Chess Academy. The Academy, now celebrating its 20th year, is an official affiliate of the U.S .Chess Federation, the governing body of chess in the United States. McDuffie promotes the game by leading chess clubs at the Buffalo Public Library, Lockport YMCA and several district schools.

McDuffie was recently honored with the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award by Marquis Who’s Who. Last week he was honored as a 2019 Black Achiever during their annual gala.

Black Achievers Whose Names Did Not Appear Last Week

Last week’s Black Achievers awardees graced the front page of The Challenger. But inside on page 10, a nightmare computer glitch resulted in half of the honorees names being covered with an unrelated article. Our sincere apologies to the Achievers as well as the family of Fern Beavers (whose story was duplicated and ended up in the Black Achievers story). Following are the names of those outstanding persons and their sponsors which were missing last week.

Happy 35th Anniversary!

Diane Gayles Livingston and Jerry Livingston celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary on August 31 at the Airport Holiday Inn Buffalo. Diane & Jerry were honored by the presence of a host of family and friends. The ceremony was elegant with the honorees dressed as “King & Queen.”.

Diane and Jerry would like to thank all that attended and made their special day such a joyous occasion. A special thank you to Marian Gayles Shaw (planner, decorator, cake design), Alice Gayles Floyd (MC), David White (photographer), and Donald Suarez (DJ).

•H. Glen Graham, Jr., PHILLIPS LYTLE LLP: Currently the winningest coach in Cleveland Hill football program history.

•Rashika L. R. Hall, COLSTON ENTERPRISES: As a woman who exudes integrity, her bright light is a beacon of inspiration and hope.

•Allen Harris, Jr., LA NOVA PIZZERIA: “I believe that we are the people who can impact the present and future by making this world a much better place to live.”

•Asantewa

K.

Holley,

NORTHWEST BANK: A pas-

sion for helping others, Ms. Holley can be found volunteering with different organizations throughout WNY. •Iesha Humphrey, PEOPLE, INC.: In 2018 Iesha had the honor of winning Direct Support Professional of the year for all of her hard work and dedication.

•Chadwick Johnson, BUFFALO NEWS: Chad attributes

his successes to his strong work ethic, commitment to growth, never settling, and ultimately giving his all and being the best that he can be.

•Joy Yevette Kelly, BEL-

MONT MANAGEMENT COMPANY:Ms. Kelly is a

Believer and is described by most as old-fashioned and idealistic.

•Renee Mapp, Power 96.5/ WUFO Mix 1080 AM: An ardent worshipper, she also writes music and has been a principal soprano with multiple gospel recording artists.

•Tianna Marks, JMS BROS CONSTRUCTION: Tianna is a dedicated community servant and she knows the importance of giving back to the community.

•Michael A. McDuffie, TONY MARTIN AWARD, INC.:Michael is known as

“Western New York’s Chess Ambassador”

Pictured above, all 40 of the 2019 Black Achievers photos and their names as they appeared on the cover last week.

•Joel C. Moore, DRESCHER AND MALECKI LLP: Joel is passionate about giving back to his community.

•Rinaldo R. Moss, THOMAS T. EDWARDS FUNERAL HOME:Mr. Moss is a duallicensed Funeral Director and entrepreneur who currently resides in Buffalo, New York.

•Jasmine Mungo, EVANS BANK Jasmine’s passion is for children and loves her community and has worked selflessly in the nonprofit sector to help provide resources for underserved populations.

•Michael J. Norwood, Sr., TONY MARTIN AWARD, INC.: Michael is a highly motivated and experienced professional with over 20 years of administrative experience.

•Desiree L. Parker, BUFFALO GRAND HOTEL: Desirée enjoys spending time with family and friends and traveling.

•Pamela Riley, ECMC:“I believe the Word of God is one of the main foundations of nursing.”

•Chiquita L. Rodgers, FIVE STAR BANK: Chiquita believes it is important to give back to the community and has volunteered extensively.

•Monika L. McFoy, KOES-

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ASSOCIATES,

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Family is of utmost importance in Monika’s life and she is fiercely devoted to her loved ones.

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•Dr. Marvel E. Ross-Jones, BRYANT & STRATTON COLLEGE: A woman of great faith who loves the Lord and gives Him the honor and the glory for all that He has done in her life.

•Sandra K. Scruggs, DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT & COMPLIANCE, INC. : Sandra has a loving commitment to family as a wife, a mother, and grandmother, and considers her Christian faith a defining part of who she is.

•Dr. J'Leise Sosa, BELMONT HOUSING RESOURCES FOR WNY: Dr. Sosa also devotes time to medical mission work.

•Marcus Walker, TRUE WORD ANOINTED MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST: Marcus strives to provide support to aspiring business owners and serve the Buffalo community.

•Karen Warner, TOPS MARKETS : Karen recently went back to college and completed her Bachelors of Science in Business Administration Degree.

“Knowing when to stop, you can avoid any danger.”

-Tao Te

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In Memoriam

Sharon Gail Lucas

May 26, 1954 – September 22, 2019 A Home Going Memorial Ceremony for our beloved Sharon Gail Lucas, befitting the queen that she was, took place at Try Jesus Ministries on Fillmore Avenue on September 28. The large church was filled to capacity. The service was culturally rich and uplifting; a testament to the impact Gail had on this community. In her own humble, quiet way, she would have been impressed with the outpouring of love and respect from friends, family and countless acquaintances.

Sharon Gail Porter Lucas entered into this life on May 26, 1954 in Carlisle, SC to her loving parents, Johnny and Carrie Porter. The family moved to Buffalo, NY in the 1950’s and became members of Antioch Baptist Church where Gail was baptized. Gail attended School #74, after which she graduated from Kensington High School and earned an associate degree in Business from Erie Community College. She subsequently attended the self-taught School of Sewing /Creative Design, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, African Studies and Community Building… all of which she mastered and loving shared. In 1975, she married Lionel Lucas and together they had one son, Ameen.

Gail never met a stranger nor an enemy. Everyone she encountered was the beneficiary of her warm smile and welcoming spirit. Her solid work ethic, serious dedication and genuine commitment to community, led to her and her husband Lionel, creating two well-known businesses, Flight 104 and Ananse Ntontan/Creative Arts Studio. These were not only shops offering beautiful African artifacts, art and clothing, but also, tranquil community gathering spaces enjoyed by many. Upon entering these shops her love of African culture, history and spirituality was obvious and it was usually the case that an interesting conversation around these topics would ensue.

Gail’s creative sewing skills were also appreciated and highly sought, especially by those who shared her passion for African-inspired garments. Her pure love for community was evidenced by her heartfelt involvement and support of many local organizations including Juneteenth, Kwanzaa and the Pappy Martin Legacy Jazz Collective, among others. As a quiet warrior, she dedicated herself to uplifting others.

Gail was a wonderful loving and supportive wife, mother, daughter, sister niece, aunt and friend like no other. For sure, she has been elevated to the spiritual world in a cocoon of wellearned and well-deserved blessings and favor… The creator truly does have a master plan.

Gail is lovingly survived by her devoted husband of 44 years, Lionel Lucas; beloved son Ameen Lucas, adored mother Carrie Porter, cherished siblings: Johnny E., Gwendolyn, Thomas and Stacy Porter, dear aunts Hattie White and Brenda Plowden, caring mother-in-law, Janet Jalal and a host of other precious relatives and treasured friends. She is predeceased by her father, Johnny Porter.

May she rest in peace with a spirit that continues to soar on the wings of the bird of paradise and enthroned by the blessing of eternal freedom.

“We wish to plead our own cause.

Too long have others spoken for us.”

- John Russwurm, Freedom’s Journal.

1827 America’s 1st Black Newspaper

Don’t Cut Care for our Seniors!

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s a Pastor in our community I have the opportunity to visit many of the nursing homes in our community.

Many of the workers in these homes are dedicated people who serve their clients with grace and love. Unfortunately many of these workers are underpaid and overworked but they still do their very best in difficult circumstances. That is why I am a strong supporter of those who work in these facilities and any cuts to nursing homes will have a negative impact on our community.

Many of us have friends or loved ones in a nursing home. Nursing homes provide quality healthcare and comfort to elderly New Yorkers, but provide peace of mind to their families as well. Aging can be difficult—but nursing homes and the caregivers who work there ensure that it’s as good of a process as possible.

That’s why the proposed Medicaid cuts to nursing homes will devastate not just nursRev.George NICHOLAS ing home residents, but all many workers and families in our community.

In this year’s New York State budget, the Department of Health was asked to look at the case-mix index (CMI), which is the formula used to calculate how much Medicaid funding is provided to nursing home facilities. The understanding was they would improve the way funding was distributed.

They failed at that job. Instead, the changes proposed by the Department of Health will cost New York nursing homes $250 million in Medicaid funding cuts.

Why does this matter? Already, nursing homes across the state are reimbursed nearly 20 percent less for the care they provide.

And who suffers? The obvious answer is nursing home residents – approximately 75 percent of New Yorkers in nursing homes rely on this funding – but also those residents’ families, and the communities these facilities are in.

More than 100,000 residents who depend on quality care and comfortable living will see an immediate decrease as nursing homes are forced to slash resources. Some of those resources include jobs—jobs that thousands New York direct care workers rely on. More than 600 nursing homes throughout the state would be impacted in one form or another.

What’s worse is that some nursing homes may be forced to close entirely, given the lack of funding that has made their financial burden already unsustainable. Those closures would result in residents being forced to either relocate to another facility, likely further away from their families, or find some other

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less ideal alternative.

Aging requires complex, often life-saving care. It also requires comfort, as senior citizens are our most vulnerable citizens. Direct care givers provide all of this and more, working hard to ensure that nursing home residents are happy, healthy, and cared for. They do this with limited resources, and yet New York continues to have some of the highest-quality facilities in the country.

The peace of mind this gives to families cannot be overlooked either. Knowing an elderly relative is comfortable, happy and has the access they need to the healthcare they depend on al-lows loved ones to be at ease with the knowledge that their grandfather, grandmother, uncle, aunt, or friend, has the resources they need to live happily.

A $250 million cut would place that weight back on New York’s shoulders, and is a lose-lose for all New Yorkers. New York must protect its elderly, not deprive them of the quality care and comfort they depend on. In addition when there is a cut in funding causing a reduction in services the AfricanAmerican community is often hit the hardest.

That’s why New Yorkers must join together and make sure this life-threatening funding cut does not occur. The fight is not yet over; our local representatives have the power to ensure that Medicaid payments remain as they have been. Now is your time to use your power to let those who are elected to represent you and your family know that these cuts are cruel and will punish the poor.

Contacting your local representatives in the State Senate and the State Assembly can go a long way. Urging them to write a letter to the Department of Health and Howard Zucker, its Commissioner, will show the New York Legislature how important our nursing homes are to us, and how vital it is to keep them financially sustainable.

The federal government has time and again sought to undermine and weaken our existing healthcare system, and for the first time since the Affordable Care Act was passed in 2010, America saw an increase in uninsured last year. The attacks against the most vulnerable Americans and their access to quality healthcare will continue. We must make sure New York does its part and protects that access for all New Yorkers—especially our elderly.

The Rev. George Nicholas, pastor at Lincoln Memorial Unied Methodist Church in Buffalo, is on the African-American Health Disparities Task Force and the Greater Buffalo Racial Equity Roundtable.

BLACK HISTORY:AFRICANS CAME BEFORE COLUMBUS continued from page 3 During the early 1940’s archeologists uncovered a civilization known as the Olmecs of 1200 BC, which pre-dated any other advanced civilization in the Americas.

The Olmec civilization, which was of African origin and dominated by Africans, was the first significant civilization in Mesoamerica and the Mother Culture of Mexico.

Olmecs are perhaps best known for the carved colossal heads found in Central Mexico, that exhibit an unmistakably African Negroid appearance. Ancient African historian Professor Van Sertima has illustrated how Olmecs were the first Mesoamerican civilization to use a written language, sophisticated astronomy, arts and mathematics and they built the first cities in Mexico Africans clearly played an intricate role in the Olmec Empire’s rise and that African influence peaked during the same period that ancient Black Egyptian culture ascended in Africa.

A clear indicator of pre-Columbus African trans-Atlantic travel is the recent archeological findings of narcotics native to America in Ancient Egyptian mummies, which have astounded contemporary historians. These substances are known to only be derived from American plants. South American cocaine from Erythroxylon coca and nicotine from Nicotiana tabacum. Such compounds

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could only have been introduced to Ancient Egyptian culture through trade with Americans.

Similarities across early American and African religions also indicate significant cross-cultural contact. The Mayans, Aztecs and Incas all worshipped black gods and the surviving portraits of the black deities are revealing.

Pre-Columbus civilization in the Americas had its foundation built by Africans and developed by the ingenuity of Native Americans. Sadly, America, in post-Columbus times, was founded on the genocide of the indigenous Americans, built on the backs of African slaves and continues to run on the exploitation of workers at home and abroad.

Clearly, Africans helped civilize America well before Europeans “discovered” America, and well before Europeans claim to have civilized Africa. The growing body of evidence is now becoming simply too loud to ignore. It’s about time education policy makers reexamine their school curriculums to adjust for America’s long pre-Columbus history.

(Excerpted from an article by Garikai Chengu a scholar at Harvard University.

The original source of this article is Global Research)

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RISE UP RIGHT SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS

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elcome to Rise Up Right, where we give you the best sports news and highlights, and updates taking full circle in the sports world. Thank you for your continued support....and with that being said Let's Rise Up....

Torch's NFL Scoreboard Steelers 27 Bengals 3 Oct 1st Monday Night Game Bills 14 Titans 7 Texans 53 Falcons 32 Broncos 20 Chargers 13 Cardinals 26 Bengals 23 Eagles 31 Jets 6 Ravens 26 Steelers 23 OT Saints 31 Bucs 24 Panthers 34 Jaguars 27 Vikings 28 Giants 10 Patriots 33 Redskins 7 Raiders 24 Bears 21 Packers 34 Cowboys 24 Colts 19 Chiefs 13 Browns vs 49ers will be in the next issue Torch's Highlighted Teams of the Week 1. Green Bay Packers: Aaron Rodgers was the second best Aaron in the 34-24 win over the Cowboys this week as Aaron Jones racked up 4 touchdown runs and had 182 all purpose yards. Jones became the first player to ever rush for 4 touchdowns against the Cowboys.

2. Indianapolis Colts: Jacoby Brissett and the Colts knocked off the reigning NFL MVP and the Chiefs on the road 19-13.

The Colts are currently tied with the Texans for the division lead. Andrew Luck who?????

3. Oakland Raiders: The Raiders won this London game 24-21 as their former star linebacker and UB Bulls star Khalil Mack faced his old team as he has helped the Chicago Bears build an elite defense. The Raiders held Khalil to 0 sacks and Josh Jacobs ran for 123 yards and 2 scores.

Buffalo Sabres News After winning the season opener in Pittsburgh 3-1, The Sabres under the leadership of their new coach Ralph Krueger came out on fire in the home opener as Victor Olofsson scored 2 goals in a 7-2 Sabres victory over the Devils. Four Sabres players in 2 games already have 3 points or better. (Olofsson, Eichel, Reinhart, and Dahlin) Can the Sabres continue their winning ways as they face the start of 2019-2020 season? This is the Sabres 50th anniversary season. Let's go Sabres.

In Other News UB Bulls lost their MAC Conference opener 21-20 in OT to Ohio. Next Game is on the road against Akron on 10/19/19.

St.Francis is the Number 1 Large School in WNY Football and Southwestern is the Number 1 Small School.

South Park is Number 2 and Bennett is Number 10 in Large Schools. Health Sciences is Number 3 and Cheektowaga is Number 5 in Small Schools.

For more sports talk and news follow me on Facebook @Andre Robinson or D'Andre Torch Robinson. therealtorch716 or riseupfamilyseven16 on Instagram and thechallengernews.com Watch Rise Up Unlimited TV Show every Thursdays at 130pm and Saturdays at 730am on Channel 1302 for Spectrum Cable Subscribers. Also tune in to Power 96.5FM every Sunday from 6pm to 7pm as I am a Co Host on the WUFO Sport Report

Duncan Holdings Group LLC (2) Articles of Organization filed 8/5/2019 (3) in Erie County (4) The NY Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. (5) NY SOS shall mail copy of process to 358 Linden Avenue Buffalo, NY 14216 (6) No dissolution date (7) Duncan Holdings Group LLC will serve as a real estate holding company.

Sept. 11,18,25 Oct. 2,9,16 Khlarke & Associates LLC (2) Articles of Organization filed 5/20/2019 (3) in Erie County (4) The NY Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. (5) NY SOS shall mail copy of process to 146 Stratford Road, Lower Apt.,Buffalo, NY 14216 (6) No dissolution date (7) Khlarke & Associates LLC will serve as a real estate holding company.

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Coach Beilein photo A Dorcely

Still Teaching the Game!

By Ashley Dorcely

T

he history of John Beilein’s success is one thwarted with losses. In order to win, Coach Beilein had to first learn to lose.

“In the worst of times the best of things are right around the corner” Beilein said as he spoke about the loss of Darrell Barley to injury and his eventual win of the MAAC conference to head to the NCAA tournament in 1996. Canisius went on to play and lose to a tough Utah team which included the likes of some future NBA players such as Andre Miller.

Coach Beilein has seen all of his coaching positions thus far as an opportunity to help raise better adults. Not to mention help develop a better basketball player as he recalled a statement he made to a Canisius great who later repeated it to him. Dana “Binky” Johnson reminded him of these words “Binky you’re just trying to play basketball, the coaching staff and I are trying to make you into a basketball player.” This resonated so much so that Beilein used it the next day on his Michigan Wolverine’s team.

Now comes what most would think as Beilein’s greatest opportunity; to coach an NBA franchise. The Cleveland Cavaliers, for those who don’t know that’s LeBron’s former team. This team is riddled with youngsters and a few old vets.

But for John Beilein it’s just another opportunity in his eyes as you could tell that he had cherished the process and the chances to coach at every level in his coaching journey. He understands that this is a team in almost a complete rebuilding stage. And it’s something he enjoys and doesn’t fear. At the core teaching to play the game in the right way is what he’s about. There are certain characteristics universal to all good teams Beilein stated. This is what he plans to exude at this stop as well. “All I wanted to do was be a History teacher and coach football, basketball and baseball. That’s all I wanted to do my whole life.”

Unlawful discrimination. "This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 202509410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov.”

Notice of formation of 1433 Niagara Street LLC. Articles of Org. filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 6/7/2019. Office location: Erie County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Northwest Registered Agent LLC at 90 State Street, STE 700, Office 40, Albany, NY 12207. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

Sept 25 Oct. 2,9,16,23,30 Notice is given that articles of incorporation that will incorporate Tiffany's Operational Center for Youth T.O.C LLC have been delivered to the secretary of state for filing in accordance with the New York state non profit corporation code.The initial registered office of corporation is located at 73 Lemon st. Buffalo NY 14204 and it's initial regestered agent at such address is Tiffany Chapman.

Oct. 9,16,23,30 Nov.6,13

SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES! LEGAL NOTICE Bids

Unlawful discrimination. "This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/ complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 6329992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@ usda.gov.”

ROOMS FOR RENT ROOMS FOR RENT: Delavan-Humboldt area, BaileyDelavan. $325-$480. Everything included. (716)818-3410.

COUNTY OF ERIE NOTICE TO BIDDERS Abbott, McKinley, Armor Duells Road Rehab PROJ# FA-5762.25-19 Department of Public Works, Division of Highways, seeking sealed bids for Federal Aid road project, Abbott Rd CR28, US Route 20 to Milestrip; McKinley Pkwy CR204, US Route 20 to Willett; and Armor Duells Rd CR44, Abbott to Duerr.

Sealed proposals will be received by, and opened at the DPW, 95 Franklin St, Rm 1404, Buffalo, NY at 10 am Thursday, October 17, 2019. Certified check as bid deposit, in the amount of $181,000.00 is required..

Pre-let meeting on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at 10 am, DPW, 95 Franklin St, Rm 1404, Buffalo, NY. Davis Bacon Wage Rates, Local Minority, & Disadvantaged Workforce goals, NYS Apprenticeship, and DBE goals may be required. Plans and additional bid submittal information on the Erie County website at: http:// www2.erie.gov/dpw see On Line Bid Retrieval.

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Challenger Community News • t hec hallengernews.com •October 9, 2019 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Index No.: 807910/2019 Mortgaged Premises: 160 Sunrise Boulevard, Williamsville, New York 14221 SBL: 68.06-9-15

STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT :COUNTY OF ERIE

KEYBANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, 127 Public Square, Cleveland, Ohio 44114, Plaintiff, vs. JOSEPHINE M. FRITTON, Individually, and as Trustee of the Paul F. Fritton and Josephine M. Fritton Living Trust dated April 18, 2002, Defendants.

TO DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above-entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in this Complaint.

Erie County is designated as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the mortgaged premises.

Dated: September 11, 2019 Rochester, New York RUPP BAASE PFALZGRAF CUNNINGHAM LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff By: Miranda L. Sharlette, Esq., 300 Powers Building, 16 W. Main St., Rochester, NY 14614, (585) 381-3400 NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME IF YOU DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE MORTGAGE COMPANY WHO FILED THIS FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT, A DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AND YOU CAN LOSE YOUR HOME. SPEAK TO AN ATTORNEY OR GO TO THE COURT WHERE YOUR CASE IS PENDING FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON HOW TO ANSWER THE SUMMONS AND PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY. SENDING A PAYMENT TO YOUR MORTGAGE COMPANY WILL NOT STOP THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME AT THIS TIME. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO STAY IN YOUR HOME DURING THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME UNLESS AND UNTIL YOUR PROPERTY IS SOLD AT AUCTION PURSUANT TO A JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AND SALE. REGARDLESS OF WHETHER YOU CHOOSE TO REMAIN IN YOUR HOME, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR PROPERTY AND PAY PROPERTY TAXES IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE AND LOCAL LAW. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Joseph R. Glownia, Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, signed the 6th day of September, 2019. The object of the action is to foreclose a mortgage held by Plaintiff recorded in Erie County. The premises is described as follows: All that tract or parcel of land, situate in the Town of Amherst, County of Erie and State of New York, being part of Lot No. 66, Township 12, Range 7 of Holland Land Company’s Survey and according to map filed in Erie County Clerk’s Office under Cover No. 1982 is known as Subdivision Lot No. 1, situate on the west side of Sunrise Boulevard.

LEGAL NOTICE Charter Oaks v. Shenzhe LI

LEGAL NOTICE Carrington Mortage v. Hargrove

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK. COUNTY OF ERIE SUMMONS AND NOTICE Index No. 819007/2018 CHARTER OAKS CONDOMINIUM BOARD OF MANAGERS, Plaintiff, v.

SHENZHE LI, if living, or if he be dead, his wior claiming under, by or through said SHENZHE LI, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise of any right, title or interest in and to the premises described in the complaint herein, and all creditors thereof, and the respective wives, or widows of his, if any, all of whose names and addresses are unknown to PlaintiffAND “JOHN DOE #1” THROUGH “JOHN DOE #100,” Defendants.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in the aboveentitled foreclosure action, and to serve a copy of your answer on Plaintiff’s attorney within thirty (30) days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal service within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint.

Erie County is designated as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the subject premises.

Dated: August 9, 2019 TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication, pursuant to an Order of Honorable Joseph R. Glownia, a Justice of the Supreme Court, dated September 9, 2019, and filed with supporting papers in the Erie County Clerk’s Office.

This is an action to foreclose a lien for unpaid condominium common charges covering the property known as 5 Greenwich Drive, Unit 2, Town of Amherst, New York and identified as tax account no.: 40.76-1-11.000/2 (the “Premises”). The relief sought is the sale of the Premises at public auction in satisfaction of the unpaid condominium common charges. In case of your failure to appear, judgment may be taken against you in the sum of $6,243.25, together with interest, costs, disbursements and attorneys’ fees of this action, and directing the public sale of the Premises.

PHILLIPS LYTLE LLP Richard J. Evans, Jr. Attorneys for Plaintiff

SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF ERIE

Charter Oaks Condominium Board of Managers

28 East Main SSuite 1400 Rochester, New York 14614 Telephone: (585) 238-2000

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Approximate amount of lien $103,763.81 plus interest & costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Index Number 815080/2017.

ROBERT P. JOHNSON, ESQ., Referee David A. Gallo & Associates LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 99 Powerhouse Road, First Floor, Roslyn Heights, NY 11577 File# 7645.35 {* BUFF LAW J, Buffalo Challenger*}

LEGAL NOTICE Nationstar v. Szczerba NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF ERIE, NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff, vs. MYROSLAVA BERTALAN, AS NOMINATED EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN SZCZERBA, DECEASED, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly filed on September 18, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Erie County Hall, Foreclosure Alcove, 92 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY on November 13, 2019 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 63 Rondelay Drive, Cheektowaga, NY. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Cheektowaga, County of Erie and State of New York, Section 125.11, Block 10 and Lot 15. Approximate amount of judgment is $100,901.15 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 804624/2017.

Alana Carr, Esq., Referee GreenspoonMarder, 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022, Attorneys for Plaintiff

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EMPLOYMENT

CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC, Plaintiff -againstSHAWN HARGROVE, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated August 10, 2018, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Erie County Hall, Foreclosure Alcove, 92 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY on October 28, 2019 at 10:00 am premises situate in the City of Buffalo, County of Erie, State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point in the south line of Goulding Avenue, distant 244.30 feet westerly from its intersection with the west line of Humboldt Parkway; being a plot 35 feet by 105 feet by 35 by 105 feet. Section: 100.35 Block: 3 Lot: 22 Said premises known as 197

LEGAL NOTICE BID Bids will be received by RP Oak Hill Building Co., Inc. for the DYouville College – Site & Soil Remediation Work Project on 10/17/19 at 2:00pm.

Please fax bids (716-822-4367) or email (bids@rpoakhill.com) prior to 2:00 pm. The scope of work includes site work, soil remediation, landscaping and fencing work, etc. The contract documents may be examined at Construction Exchange or can be purchased at Avalon Printing, (P: 716-995-7777). This project is prevailing wage. ***W/M/DBE participation is encouraged.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Please see website for more details:

Admissions Advisor Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of Admissions Advisor.

For a full job description and to apply: https://jobs.buffalostate.edu.

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Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to respect for diversity and individual differences.

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LEGAL NOTICE BID ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS ERIE COUNTY SEWER DISTRICT NO. 3 SOUTHTOWNS SOLIDS HANDLING AREA REPAIRS CONTRACT NO. 65 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that sealed proposals for the above referenced contract will be received by the Commissioner of the Erie County Department of Environment and Planning (ECDEP) on October 24, 2019 until 10:00 A.M., local time, at 95 Franklin Street, Room 1034, Buffalo, New York, 14202, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud in Room 1004.

The nature of the work generally includes concrete repair, beam repair, grouting, and railing replacement.

Prospective bidders are encouraged to attend a pre-bid meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2019, at 10:00 A.M., in the conference room of the Southtowns Advanced Wastewater Treatment Facility located at S-3690 Lakeshore Rd, Buffalo, NY 14219. A site tour will follow the prebid meeting. The site requires safety shoes, hat and glasses.

Additional information and bid documents can be found at: http://www2.erie.gov/dsm.

BY ORDER OF: Joseph L. Fiegl, P.E. Deputy Commissioner, ECDEP Dated: October 4, 2019 Published: October 9, 2019

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Free Spook Fest Film Festival Movie Matine and Kids Halloween: Merriweather Library 1324 Jefferson Ave. Movies @3.30p.m.; Kids Halloween at 5 p.m., for trick or treat, prizes for the best costumes, games and a movie. For complete list of PG-13 movies shown email sblack3001@gmail.com

Scary-oke!

October 19, 8 p.m.–1 a.m. at Dnipro Ukrainian Cultural Center Pre-sale $20 | Door $25 Karaoke lovers: hop between three haunted movie-themed karaoke rooms designed by local artists. Proceeds help benefit Squeaky Wheel’s award-winning youth and adult media education programs.

Wednesday October 9

Monday October 14

Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 11am- 12pm. FREE for 55+ Call 716 832-1010 .

Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 12pm - 1pm. FREE for ages 55+ Call 716 832 1010

The Durham Central City Baby Café Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

200 Eagle St. (716) 427-0566.

Thursday October 10

Public Meeting Notice: Board of the Westminster Community Charter l 3:p.m.

M&T Bank, One M&T Plaza

Grief Support Group: Delaine Waring AME Church, 680 Swan Street, Thursdays, 6:308 pm. 716-842-6747.

Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 11am- 12pm. FREE for 55+ Call 716 832-1010 .

Yoga: Thursdays 5:30 p.m.

Gentle Chair Yoga $7; also Yoga & Meditation, 6:30 p.m. $10. Juneteenth Headquarters, 517 Genesee St. The Durham Central City Baby Café Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

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Sunday October 13

DEMAND ACTION! Join the WNY Peace center every Wednesday from 4-5:30 p.m. for a weekly vigil and protest at the Erie County Holding Center to stand for the men and women that have died while in custody at the Erie Coujty Holding Center.

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Benefit Concert for Rufus “Breezy” Cole Jr. Sunday, Oct. 13th, 3:30 p.m. (doors open at 2:30 p.m.) , Rockstarz, 603 Digens St., Cheektowaga, featuring Uncle Willie, Delane, Next level, Top Notch Band, Will Holton & More. Admission $15. (716)240-9161.

The Durham Central City Baby Café Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

200 Eagle St. (716) 427-0566.

Thursday October 17 Citizens for Regional Transit Free Public Forum: Merriweather Library, Jefferson @ E. Utica, 7 p.m. Topic "Extending Metro Rail Through Buffalo’s East Side."

Jefferson Avenue Block Club Meeting: 6 p.m., God City Apartments, 175 Pershing Avenue. For questions Ruth Kennedy @(716)563-3136 Grief Support Group: Delaine Waring AME Church, 680 Swan Street, Thursdays, 6:308 pm. 716-842-6747.

Yoga: Thursdays 5:30 p.m.

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2019 HOLY DAY OF ATONEMENT 24th Anniversary of the Million Man March

COMMUNITY CALL TO ACTION WORKSHOPS Merriweather Library 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

SATURDAY OCT. 12 Free Half-Day Event Focused on Restoring the Health of Our Community • FREE!

Workshop presenters and contributors include Kelly Galloway, Betty Jean Grant, Dr. Wesley Muhammad, Carolette Meadows, Neal Dobbins and Gregory Glover.

SADIE STRONG! Sadie Strong in partnership with The Community Health Center of Buffalo held a free Community Health and Wellness Fun Day inspiring healthy lifestyles this past Saturday at the Rev. Dr. Bennett W. Smith Sr. Family Life Center. The program included line dancing, chair yoga, health screenings, Zumba fitness, stress management workshops and more. Pictured on bottom right is Sadie Strong (middle) with Mayor Byron Brown(right) Photo A. Dorcely.

Don’t Miss These Educational and Informative Sessions on a Range of Topics Impacting Our Community!

• The harmful quality of food being shipped into zip codes that are predominantly Black • The high number of contaminated brownfields existing in urban areas • Lead tainted water from Flint to WNY • The high incidence of human trafficking in WNY • Cheap illegal guns flooding our streets and more!

For More Information 716-570-3885 or go to EVENTBRITE (Search Holy Day Of Atonement 2019 Workshops)

WHAT IS EARLY VOTING?

Voters now have 9 days to vote early, including weekends and some evenings.

YOU CAN VOTE EARLY from October 26 - November 3 EARLY VOTING LOCATIONS WILL BE OPEN: Saturday, October 26 & Sunday October 27 – Noon to 6 p.m.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday October 28, 29, 30, 31 & Friday Nov. 1st – Noon to 9 p.m.

Saturday November 2 & Sunday November 3 – Noon – 6 p.m.

RESIDENTS CAN VOTE AT ANY OF THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS REGARDLESS OF WHERE THEY RESIDE DURING EARLY VOTING City of Buffalo Polling Places Incude: •Board of Elections Main Office, 134 Eagle Street Buffalo •N. Buffalo Community Center, 203 Sanders Rd. Buffalo.

•The Belle Center 104 Maryland St. Bufalo *Broadway Market, 999. Broadway Buffalo *Hennepin Center, 24 Ludington St. Buffalo •Delavan-Grider Community Center, 877 E. Delavan Ave.,Buffalo •Salvation Army West Side Community Center, 187 Grant St.,Buffalo •Northwest Buffalo community Center, 155 Lawn Avenue, Buffalo •Tosh Collins. Community Center, 25 Cazenovia St., Buffalo •Gloria J. Parks Community Center,3242 Main St., Buffalo (This is a partial listing: For more information or questions call (716)858-8891 or go to elections.erie.gov