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Challenger Community News •September 21, 2023

INSIDE ROCHESTER

Urban League Celebrates 4th Annual Interrupt Racism Summit T

he Urban League of Rochester recently hosted its 4th annual Interrupt Racism Summit, presented by ESL Federal Credit Union. The event is the area’s premiere anti-racism conference, was held in-person at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center September 19 and via Zoom on September 20. The theme of this year’s Summit was “Legacy: What Will Yours Be?” Reverend Nontombi Naomi Tutu, daughter of the late Archbishop, Desmond Tutu, was the event’s keynote speaker. In addition to Reverend Tutu, the Summit will also include remarks from Mayor Malik Evans, County Executive Adam Bello, Abdul Tubman, relative of Harriet Tubman, Marc Morial, National Urban League’s 20-year President & CEO, and Dr. Christopher Metzler, civil rights lawyer, author and DEI champion.

The two-day event brought together hundreds to work collaboratively to interrupt racism, effect positive change and advocate for equity and inclusion for the greater Rochester community. During the in-person event on the 19th, the Urban League also hosted a Legacy Luncheon, presented by T-Mobile and emceed by News 10 NBC’s Deanna Dewberry. The luncheon will honor the legacy of Joan M. Allen, founding member of the Urban League of Rochester and recognize the Honorable NYS Attorney General, Letitia James, for her dedication and advocacy in the Rochester area, as well as numerous Rochesterians for their contributions to our community, as well.

In addition the League hosted an Interfaith Reception on the evening of September 19, in partnership with St. Paul & St. Thomas Episcopal Churches at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.

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Honoring Jalil Muntaqim

nderstanding history from a diversity of perspectives is essential if we are to understand the world. Today, with book bans and curriculum bleaching, It’s more important than ever that we counter neofascism with deep education.

Last month was also known as Black August, a time of reverence for the political prisoners and martyrs in the Black freedom struggle. Begun in 1978 to mark the assassination of the imprisoned Black Panthers George Jackson, Jonathan Jackson and Jeffrey Khatari Gaulden, Black August recognizes how the struggle for emancipation has been met with violence from the state, especially the forms of police violence, hyper surveillance, incarceration.

The Black freedom struggle is rooted in love for people, and the vision, tenacity, and resilience in this tradition has a lot to teach us all. Here at Citizen Action, one of our very Jalil Muntaqim own organizers was a political prisoner.

Jalil Muntaqim is a respected elder, veteran Black Panther Party and Black Liberation Army member, and one of the longest held political prisoners in the United States. During the nearly 50 years that he was incarcerated, Jalil never stopped organizing, educating and being a force against racial, colonial and imperialist oppression.

We honor Jalil’s struggle and that of his comrades. Freedom fighters play an important part in our history - especially at a time when there are so many attempts to rewrite history.

And as Citizen Action celebrates its 40th year, it’s important that this organization is doing the work to achieve racial justice. Now more than ever, it’s critical that we build multi-racial, multi-ethnic and multi-cultural coalitions to protect each other and achieve the change that liberates every last one of us.

Please invest in our work and be part of this change with us. It’s our 40th anniversary and I invite you to donate $40 - one for every year. Every contribution, large and small, helps keep us door-knocking, phone-banking, hosting community events and organizing.

The struggle for freedom continues. I hope you’ll join us in continuing to embracing Black August and immerse yourself in the rich history of Black resistance to oppression, from the Haitian Revolution to the Ferguson uprising and onward. Black August is a reminder of the power of our solidarity in the face of state violence, racism, and all forms of oppression.

In strength and unity, -Rosemary Rivera

Free COVID-19 Rapid Test Kits Available at Participating Libraries Home rapid test kits for Covid-19 are now available to the public for free at participating Monroe County library. While supplies last, test kits will be available at the following libraries: All Rochester Public Library Locations Brighton Memorial Library Chili Public Library East Rochester Public Library Fairport Public Library Gates Public Library Hamlin Public Library

Henrietta Public Library Irondequoit Public Library Mendon Public Library Newman Riga Library Ogden Farmers’ Library Parma Public Library Penfield Public Library Pittsford Community Library

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AREA BRIEFS

EWING NAMED LEAD ANCHOR FOR WGRZ’S CHANNEL 2 NEWS

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laudine Ewing has been named lead anchor for WGRZ’s 5:30p.m. Newscast, Channel 2 News at 5:30 Her life motto is “Expect nothing, appreciate everything, keep grinding!”

Most recently, Claudine has been anchoring 2 On Your Side’s weekend newscasts at 6p.m. and 11p.m., while reporting during the week. She also co-hosts and produces the monthly show commUNITY, which also airs on WGRZ. Claudine has been with WGRZ since 1998. She is a multiple award-winning anchor and reporter who has played an extremely significant role in elevating the 2 On Your Side brand of informing, advocating, and celebrating.

She earned a degree in Broadcast Journalism with Claudine Ewing Honors.

Over the years, Claudine has won numerous awards and has been nominated and recognized for her outstanding work in Journalism. Most recently she was nominated for a 2023 New York State Emmy in the category Talent: Anchor-News,and was named Best Anchor by Buffalo Spree Magazine.

A graduate of the Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts and SUNY Buffalo State Ewing began her TV career at WIVB-TV and switched to WGRZ in 1998.She is a member of the Buffalo Association of Black Journalists, the National Association for Black The four girls killed in the (clockwise from top Journalists. She also serves on the Buffalo State College Alumni Association Board, The bombing left): Addie Mae Collins (14), TEGNA Foundation and For Our Daughters.

Cynthia Wesley (14), Carole WGRZ’s News Director, Jeremy Settle added, “I am excited to welcome Claudine to Chan- Robertson (14), and Carol Denel 2 News at 5:30. Over the last 25 years at WGRZ, Claudine has established herself as a nise McNair (11) compelling storyteller, consummate journalist, and newsroom leader. Her connection and ixty years ago, on the commitment to our viewers makes her the perfect choice for this new role.” morning of September Congratulations Claudine! Well Deserved!

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60th Anniversary of the Birmingham Church Bombing

Public Hearing On $1 Billion Plan to Cover Portion of Kensington Expressway A public hearing will take place on Wednesday, September 27 on the $1 Billion Plan to cover a portion of the Kensington Expressway. The hearing will include two sessions to be held at the Buffalo Museum of Science, 1020 Humboldt Parkway from 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. and from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The public will be able to ask questions about the design plans after an update on the project progress. The federal Highway Administration is conducting the hearing with the state DOT. Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes called the community’s input “critical.”

Final Public Meeting On 5/14 Memorial Commission 2024 MLK Day of Service Committee Members Needed The 5/14 commission has announced that one more public en-

gagement meeting has been added. The meeting will take place on Monday, September 25 at 6:30 p.m. inside the Frank E. Merriweather Library. Don't get left out! VOICE YOUR OPINION/IDEAS . You can still Fill out the 5/14 Survey which has been extended to November.

Join the Monarch of Infinite Possibilities LLC and the Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor as we plan MLK Day of Service for 2024. In 2023, we had over 150 volunteers, donating 280 volunteer hours show up for service projects in 9 churches and nonprofits across the community. Committee kick off meeting will be Saturday, September 23, 11am at Michigan Street Headquarters, 136 Broadway St. For information info@michiganstreetbuff.a.lo.org

Basketball Great “Mel” Montgomery Dies Melvin “Mel” Montgomery died on Friday, September 15, 2023 at Absolut Care of Westfield, NY following a long illness.

Montgomery starred for Canisius in the early 70s, after graduating from Buffalo's Kensington High School.

The 1970s was said to have had the greatest depth of talent in Western New York high school basketball history. Montgomery was among that group.

Wrote one sports reporter: “Mel Montgomery, a 6-foot-5, 210-pounder from Kensington who may have been the ultimate "man among boys" player ever in Western New York.

Montgomery was the Moses Malone of area big men in the '70s. He dominated and intimidated inside on offense and defense. He didn't have any shooting range beyond 8 feet, but he didn't need it. He set a record for points scored in Yale Cup games as a senior with 384 (32 ppg) and averaged 20 rebounds a game. Kensington won the Yale Cup and the sectional titles and went 18-0 overall.”

Howard Garfinkel, Godfather of the famed Five-Star Basketball Camp praised Montgomery. "He was a human scoring machine inside, and he was a fantastic kid.“ -Submitted by Jerry Brown

BOOK LAUNCH

The official launch of Lady Dianna Henderson’s new book will be held on Sunday, September 24 from 2-4 p.m. free and open to the public at the Merriweather Library Jefferson @ E. Utica. V.I.P. available at $30 and includes book and small reception. (716)393-5040.

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by Ku Klux Klan members ripped through a Birmingham Alabama church, killing four little girls and injuring dozens of others in the assembly.

The bombing of the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church was one of the deadliest acts of violence to take place during the Civil Rights movement and evoked criticism and outrage from around the world.

In the aftermath of the bombing, riots and violent demonstrations broke out throughout Birmingham, resulting in the death of two young African American boys. Following a tainted investigation by the FBI, Robert Chambliss, an active member of the Ku Klux Klan, was arrested and charged with murder and the possession of dynamite without a permit. Chambliss was acquitted of murder charges until 1977 when the reopening of the case resulted in his conviction, 14 years after the bombing. Later, two additional conspirators, Thomas Blanton and Robert Cherry, were tried and convicted for their roles in the church bombing.

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FAITH & FAMILY

Macedonia Baptist Church Two-day 102nd Church Anniversary Celebration The Macedonia Baptist Church, 237 East North St., Rev. Dr. Carolyn Peeler, Interim Pastor, will celebrate its 102nd Church Anniversary with a musical Saturday, September 23 at 4p.m. featuring the Muhammad School of Music, Buffalo Choral Society Parent Body, The New Beginning Choral Ensemble, Pianist, Marcus Lolo and other talented musicians and vocalists.

On Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. there will be an anniversary worship service with Rev. Edward Jackson, Jr., Pastor of the Friendship Baptist Church, guest preacher.

Join us in celebrating our faith, community, and a bright future ahead.

Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church 89th Anniversary On Sunday, Sept. 24, Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church invites the community to join them as they celebrate Men’s and Women’s Day along with their own 89th year church anniversary. Pastor Frank Bostic is pastor.

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Fourth Annual Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship District Appreciation Awards Dinner

Dr. James A. Lewis III, and the Full Gospel area churches will host the Fourth Annual District Appreciation Awards Dinner, Friday, September 22 at 6:00 p.m. at the Classics V Banquet Hall. The theme for this awards dinner is “We Are Better Together.”

The Body of Christ is made up of all kinds of people, we have identified individuals from within the Full Gospel congregations and in the community, we feel worthy of being recognized as “Kingdom Workers.”

The cost of tickets is $50.00, to purchase tickets please call 716-913-0941. The deadline for ticket purchase is September 19, 2023.

It is the vision of both our New York State Bishop Darius G. Pridgen and District Overseer, Dr. James A. Lewis III to expand the kingdom. Our arms are open to receive you in fellowship. Blessings in Christ.

"Not Only Is God's Work Wonderful. God's Work Can Never Be Undone." -African Wisdom

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Challenger Community News •September 21, 2023

City Says Financial Help Is On the Way for Small and Minority-Owned Businesses!

The Small Business Assistance Program (SBAP), advocated for by the Council, aims to help small and minority business owners in Buffalo recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. A total of $3,500,000 will be equally divided among the nine Council districts to ensure widespread Assistance The Contract was sent to the Finance Committee where the Council is requesting the details be explained for residents and business owners city-wide.

The Buffalo Common Council is taking a significant step towards providing vital assistance to struggling small businesses across the city that was advocated for recently before the Buffalo Common Council adjourned

for August recess.

In a special session on July 27, 2023, the Council successfully advocated for $4.3 million in ARP grants for small businesses as the result of the Council’s approval of a partnership between

The City of Buffalo and the Office of Strategic Planning.

As part of this initiative, the National Development Council (NDC) has been enlisted to collaborate with the City and oversee the administration of the program.

The ARPA Relief Contract for Small Businesses with NDC has been sent to the Buffalo Common Council Finance Committee for explanation of the program.

"I am pleased to see relief for small businesses across the city taking a step further," said University District Council Member Rasheed N.C. Wyatt, Chair of the Buffalo Common Council Finance Committee. "This funding represents a vital lifeline for our entrepreneurs.

This fund includes $3,500,000 in business grant financial assistance,

which will be evenly distributed among the nine council districts, Grant awards will primarily range from $5,000 to $25,000 per business, with access to matching loan funds.

The program's priority is to support small businesses with fewer than 50 employees, with $1,500,000 of the available grant funds exclusively dedicated to low to moderate-income areas and/ or minority and womenowned businesses.

Eligible businesses can receive grants of up to $7,500 for 2021 or 2022 gross revenues between $35,000 and $150,000, up to $12,500 for gross revenues between $150,001 and $500,000, and $25,000 for gross revenues between $500,001 and $1,000,000. The final funding amount will depend on

BUFF BIZ

My Power Series – Eastside Business Networking Event

September marks the finale event of the summer-long business series that has brought together WNY Elite Executive Coaches in intimate fireside conversations.

This NO COST monthly 5-part series is exclusively designed for established east side business owners. The MY POWER SERIES pulls back the veil of entrepreneurial success and connects you with other business leaders…over delicious food & cocktails!

Join us Wednesday, September 27 from 6-7p.m. at the beautifully renovated Varsity Theatre for “Show Up & Show Out” with marketing expert, Darren McDuffie of McDuffie Marketing and moderator, Crystal Morgan of Pursuit Lending.

This session outlines an easy-to-follow guide to packaging and presenting your business to prospective clients, investors, and lenders. You will receive insight on how to shape a compelling presentation, honor and elevate your personal brand, and get to the “YES.” Stay tuned for 2024 event dates that will elevate your business success and expand your high-value network. Keep in touch by scheduling a one-on-one appointment with Crystal Morgan at cmorgan@pursuitlending.com Visit MyPowerSeries.org to register today! the project scope.

To be eligible, applicants must meet specific criteria, including being the principal owner of a small business in Buffalo, having been in operation before January 1, 2021, hav-

ing between $10,000 and $1,500,000 in annual/revenue in fiscal years 2021 or 2022, and experiencing economic or financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic or other economic factors.

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HEALTH MATTERS

Sadie Strong Free Community Health & Wellness Expo

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adie Strong will host the 5th Annual Sadie Strong Community Health & Wellness Expo on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 10a.m. – 2:p.m. at the Northland Workforce Training

Center located at 683 Northland Avenue in Buffalo. Sponsored by Key Bank, the free community Expo includes health screenings, flu shots, mammograms, HIV testing, CPR training, workshops, health advocacy and resources, Zumba fitness class and farmer’s market.

Workshops: •Chef Chelsea from Dash Catering will host the “Dash Health Meal Prep” workshop featuring a meal prep demo and tips and tools for meal prepping quick and nutritious meals. Workshop begins at 10:45a.m.

•Ask the Doctor Panel will feature Dr. J’Leise Sosa with General Physician, PC specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Timothy McDaniel with ECMC specializing in Primary Care, Dr. Breeann Wilson with Pure Podiatry of WNY specializing in Podiatry and foot and ankle surgery, Dr. Monica Wideman, Nurse Practitioner with the Hospitalist Group and professor in the Graduate School of Nursing at D’Youville University, and facilitated by Dr. Ramona Reynolds, Chair of the Buffalo Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Physical & Mental Health committee. This Sharon "Sadie" Sanford amazing panel of African American doctors will discuss a wide range of health and wellness topics that impact our communities and families. Workshop begins at 12:00pm.

•Zumba Fitness class with Karen from Queen City Fitness. Workshop begins at 1:30p.m.

•CPR Training:.

The University at Buffalo Recreation Department will offer free hands only CPR trainings to help equip and empower you to respond confidently in emergencies. CPR trainings will be offered at 11am, 12p.m. and 1p.m. If you are interested in getting CPR Certified through the American Heart Association or want more information about community classes offered call 716-645-3996.

•Mammograms: Windsong Radiation will have their mobile unit on site offering mammograms from 9a.m. – 12:30p.m. Call 716-929-9494 TODAY to make an appointment or go to winsongradiology.com/mobile to request an appointment.

Join Us September 30th!

For more information about the 5th Annual Sadie Strong Community Health & Wellness Expo or to donate to Sadie Strong visit

www.SadieStrong.org.

Sadie Strong is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit breast cancer support organization that promotes the early detection of breast cancer and inspires healthy lifestyles to women in the Buffalo Niagara region. We offer a variety of programs and services that provide awareness, support and empowerment to women affected by breast cancer. We also recognize and honor breast cancer survivors and share inspirational stories and messages of faith and hope. Sadie Strong is a labor of love inspired by Sharon “Sadie” Sanford’s journey with breast cancer.

Saturday is the First Day of The Fall Season!

Caring for Your Lungs, Large Intestines an Skin Important This Season!

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n the Fall equinox, occurring September 23, day and night are equal in length everywhere on the planet. The sun rises precisely in the east and sets exactly in the west.

Fall is a time to relish the abundance of food at the end of the growing season; to reflect with gratitude on all we have been given in our lives; to seek balance and harmony in our inner and outer worlds; to release physical and emotional baggage; and to cleanse and prepare for a period of deep introspection. It is a time of letting go, particularly of old grief and attachments.

Organs: In our bodies the organs associated with the fall period , and which we may pay particular attention to - are the lungs and large intestine, which govern the skin. Fall Herbal Remedies Include: Juniper, Bladderwrack, Nettle, Astragalus, Red Cover, Burdock root, Milk Thistle, Dandelion, Barberry and Marshmallow root.

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CHAMPION READERS!

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he 2023 Reading Rules! Kid's Summer Reading Challenge came to a conclusion several weeks ago with an awards ceremony at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center in downtown Buffalo. Mayor Byron Brown and Buffalo Public Schools Superintendent Tonja Williams were on hand to snap photos with participating "Champion Readers," present completion certificates, and award prizes. The prizes included laptops, Nintendo Switch consoles, scooters and bicycles, sevElena McCloud eral 40" televisions, and wireless headphones. Mickey Mouse, Spider Man, and Elmo mingled with the crowd and kept the smiles ongoing.

Every summer area children are encouraged to read five or more books and upload a summary of each to the official website, which enters them into the drawing for prizes. "It all starts at home," said Mayor Brown as he congratulated the many adults in attendance for spurring on these young participants.

Elena McCloud, age 4, won a bike. She's from Cyn's Heavenly Angels Daycare on Wyoming Ave., which makes a point of participating in the reading challenge every year. She started pre-K this month at PS #54.

Congratulations Elena! - Photo & Text Nannette Massey

Capen Garden Walk Plant & Seed Exchange Capen Garden Walk will hold a free plant & seed exchange from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23 at University Presbyterian Church, 3330 Main Street, corner of Niagara Falls Boulevard. Bring your perennials and seeds to share and get some new plants and seeds for your garden. Free seeds will also be provided by the ARTseeds program of the University Heights Arts Association. In addition, pots, planters, and garden art will be for sale. Donations of used pots, garden ornaments, and other garden paraphernalia are welcome. Proceeds go to the Christine Brooks Memorial Garden Grant Fund. Contact us: capengardenwalk@gmail.com

Family, Fun, & Farmers Market at the Buffalo Central Terminal The Buffalo Central Terminal is thrilled to invite the community to the free "Family, Fun, & Farmers Market" on the Great Lawn, 495 Paderewski Drive Saturday, September 23, from 10a.m. to 1p.m. Featuring an array of kids’ games. and a wide variety of delicious, locally made goodies. In partnership with Feed Buffalo, the "Family, Fun, & Farmers Market" will also feature a significant initiative aimed at giving back to the community. Feed Buffalo has generously committed to providing FREE PRODUCE to 300 local families at the market.

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WATCH THE BILLS ON MAIN STREET! Watch the Buffalo Bills this Sunday with Buffalo Funk Fest Foundation and Atty.

John Elmore who will present the Bills game on Sunday September 24 at 2969 Main Street near Hertel in the parking lot of offices of Atty. John Elmore. The Watch Party is from 12 noon-5p.m. for the Buffalo Bills vs Washington Commanders game. Bring your own chair. There will be food vendors, DJ Papa Trini and DJ Big Papa Parking in NFTA Lot. the free event is sponsored by the Buffalo Peacemakers.

Buffalo's Own D'Mott Joins Forces with IGA/Dare/Warner Music Group for Viral Stardom with "My Everything" on TikTok

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he music industry is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by D'Mott, an exceptionally talented artist who has recently signed with IGA/Dare/Warner Music Group. This partnership marks a pivotal moment in D'Mott's musical journey, propelling him into a new chapter of artistic expression and opportunity.

D'Mott's forthcoming single, titled "My Everything," has ignited a digital frenzy, garnering a staggering 348k views on TikTok within a mere three weeks since the teaser was shared.

Notably, the full release of the song is yet to come. This remarkable accomplishment stands as a testament to D'Mott's unparalleled musical prowess and his innate ability to resonate deeply with a diverse audience.

D’Mott wishes to extend his heartfelt appreciation to key figures who have played a pivotal role in shaping this transformative journey: Damon D. Stewart, Leroi Johnson, Melissa Ambers, Kenny Hawkins, Jae Daniel, and Rio Webber.

Join the celebration by showing your support on TikTok (@dmott_rnb) and Instagram (@ theofficialdmott). stay tuned for the highly anticipated release of "My Everything."

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ON STAGE!

The Color Purple A Musical Shea's 710 Theatre now through October 1. The musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel spotlights Celie, a downtrodden young woman whose personal awakening over the course of 40 years forms the arc of this epic story. For tickets visit Sheas.org or call 716- 847-1410.

ZOOMAN and the Sign On Stage in Rochester ZOOMAN and the Sign

by Charles Fuller directed

by David Shakes at The Avenue Blackbox Theatre.

Only three more shows left Friday September 22, Saturday Sept. 23 at 7p.m. and Sunday September 24 at 4p.m. Go to avenuetheatre.org for ticket info and more details.

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Road Less Traveled Production and Off-Broadway sensation, is the dramatic story of a love triangle gone wrong, a steamy and fun thriller with a razor's edge now on sage thru October 15 ThursdaysSaturdays @ 7:30 p.m., Sundays @ 2:00pm. at the theatre 456 Main Street, Buffalo, For Tickets: (716) 629-3069 / reservations@roadlesstraveledproductions.org.

Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers

will be performing at the CMC International Jazz Festival live October 14, 7:30p.m. at the Villa Maria Auditorium 240 Pine Ridge Rd. Call 716 855-9383 for tickets or visit online at thecoloredmusiciansclub.com This performance is part of the CMC 2023 International Jazz Festival.

The Magic of MOTOWN, Saturday, Oct. 14, Tickets $54 Ticketmaster Shea’s, t:30 p.m., “A Tribute to Hitsville USA” featuring music from The Temptations, Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye and more. Tickets Ticketmaster.

SUPPORT THE ARTS!

Love Peace and Afrobeats A new day party experience on Sunday September 24 at Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois Street from 5pm -10pm Presenting live band, Dj’s Afrobeats, Amapiano, Reggae, SOCA and vibes on top of vibes. Music and performance by Jay Gets Busy, Tru Journey, hosted

by Schondra Aytch , and Eann"the ear" Robinson Presented by Crews Control Media,Tickets can be found on Eventbrite.

Challenger Community News •September 21, 2023

COLTRANE CELEBRATION HEADLINER FEATURES RAVI COLTRANE

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he Pappy Martin Legacy Jazz Collective and Burchfield Penney Art Center co-present the 2023 COLTRANE Celebration, honoring the birthday of legendary saxophonist John Coltrane, September 28th – 30th!

The acclaimed George Caldwell Quartet featuring Lawrence Clark will perform at the Burchfield Penney on Thursday, September 28th, and headliner Ravi Coltrane accompanied by the Curtis Lundy Trio will close out the festivities on Saturday night in the Buffalo State Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall.

The highly anticipated celebration headliner Ravi Coltrane is a critically acclaimed Grammy™ nominated saxophonist, bandleader, and composer. In the course of a twenty-plus-year career, Mr. Coltrane Ravi Coltrane has worked as a sideman to many, recorded noteworthy albums for himself and others, and founded a prominent independent record label, RKM. Born in Long Island, the second son of John Coltrane and Alice Coltrane, Ravi was named after Indian sitar legend Ravi Shankar. He was raised in Los Angeles where his family moved after his father’s death in 1967. His mother, Alice Coltrane, was a significant influence on Ravi and it was him who encouraged Alice to return to performance and the recording studio after a long absence. Subsequently, Ravi produced and played on Alice Coltrane’s powerful, Translinear Light, which was released in 2004.The festivities will include special performances each evening by the Love Supreme School of Music, and more! The full schedule of events and ticket information can be found at burchfieldpenney.org and on pmljazz.com (and see Ad this page)

Artist XIII Illustrates 2023 COLTRANE Celebration Poster This year the 2023 COLTRANE Celebration commemorative poster was illustrated by outstanding Buffalo-based artist XIII. XIII is a multidisciplinary artist, whose work is inspired by the relationship between the human experience, futurism, spirituality, and tradition. This inspiration is reflected in the materials used, as well as the subjects chosen. XIII uses rich and vibrant colors in both her physical and digital work to depict ideas through a mystical and/or supernatural lens.

XIII was interested in the arts at a very young age, claiming the desire to pursue drawing and fashion in grade school. She artist XIII attended the Buffalo Academy for Visual & Performing Arts as a visual arts major and Daemen College as an Illustration major. XIII is a freelance creator who has worked in the area for several years and hopes to expand her creative reach across a variety of realms.

“My hope for this illustration was to capture the cool energy and magic that John Coltrane’s work embodies. His music manages to inspire a unique kind of excitement while also being relaxing and modest. I wanted to depict him in the colors of the tones that I hear: deep violets, magenta, and gold. Hanging stars are used to represent the enchanting nature of songs like ‘Blue Train’ & ‘In A Sentimental Mood,’” shares XIII. Previous COLTRANE Celebration posters have featured the work of artists Monet Alyssa, Phillip Burke, Stacey Robinson, Edreys Wajed, and Julia Bottoms. Limited edition prints will be available for purchase in the Burchfield Penney Art Center Museum Store. Keep up with XIII’s latest work at xiiitheartist.com and follow her on Instagram at @xiiitheartist.

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BLACK LIVES MATTER

Challenger Community News •September 21, 2023

One Step Closer to Freedom Park: “We’re Almost There!”

Two Syracuse Sudanese Community urged to attend the Tuesday Sept. 26 Council Hearing in City Hall at Teens Shot Dead By White 2 p.m. to show support for the name change From Broderick, to Freedom Park.

Deputy The Friends of Broderick SYRACUSE N.Y. On the

ALUMNI REUNION: Pictured above are scenes from the 2nd Annual New York State Alumni Reunion Celebration honoring and celebrating law enforcement personnel. The “Black Tie Affair” was held July 8 at Classics V Banquet Hall.

morning of Sept. 6, two Sudanese teens - Dhal Apet, 17, and Lueth Mo, 15 - were shot and killed by a White Onondaga County sheriff’s deputy responding to a call of suspicious activity at a parking lot in neighboring DeWitt, N.Y The Onondaga County sheriff, Tobias Shelley, has justified the shooting, saying that Deputy, 34-year-old John Rosello, had acted in selfdefense after the car drove toward him.

However, New York’s attorney general has released a video of the upstate deputy firing into a fleeing car and killing the two teens, raising questions about whether the officer needed to use deadly force to avoid being run over.

Rosello did not activate his body camera before the confrontation. But video shot by a surveillance camera across the street recorded the incident.

The video released by the attorney general doesn't appear to show the deputy, who is White, trapped or unable to get away as he claimed. Nor was he struck by the vehicle.

“These two teenagers should still be alive," New York Civil Liberties Union As-

sistant field director Deka Dancil said. “It is clear from the footage that the officer needlessly escalated to fatal force, and did so with a rapidity that is too readily deployed against young Black New Yorkers.”

Officers Charged With Federal Civil Rights Violations In Tyre Nichols Beating Death

ROLLIN' ON THE RIVER! Above, everybody had a good time at the annual Boat Ride onn the Miss Buffalo held by St. John's Lodge #16 this summer! Street Legacy Photos by Darvin Adams

MEMPHIS, Tenn.— Five former Black Memphis police officers have been charged with federal civil rights violations in the beating death of 29-year-old Tyre Nichols as they continue to fight second-degree murder charges.

Tadarrius Bean, Desmond Mills, Demetrius Haley, Emmitt Martin and Justin Smith were indicted in U.S. District Court in Memphis. The charges come nine months after the violent beating during a Jan. 7 traffic stop near Nichols’ Memphis home.

Park are making significant strides in getting the name Broderick Park - a Sacred Underground Railroad site renamed to Freedom Park.

During last Tuesday’s Community Development Com- "The Road to Freedom," mural by artist Gino Morrow II was unveiled mittee meeting, the Buffalo last year at Broderick Park. The work pays tribute to Harriet Tubman her journey leading enslaved people up north along the UnderCommon Council heard and ground Railroad. The City Council has been petitioned to change the from president George John- name from Broderick Park to Feedom Park to reflect the historical son and the Friends of Brod- significance of the Underground Railroad site. erick Park about the Park’s historical significance as a part of the Underground Railroad network to Freedom.

The council also heard from Michael J. Broderick, the great-grandson of Michael Broderick – founder of the West Side Rowing Club, for whom the park is currently named. He said the family was in support of the name change given its significance to history. Said Broderick, “We understand the cultural significance, and (are) hoping that this Chamber will support the name change."

Next Tuesday, September 26 at 2 p.m., the community is invited to attend the second Council public hearing regarding the name change.

“At that time the Buffalo Common Council will again look at the request to change the name Broderick Park to Freedom Park,” said Johnson in a message to supporters. “Many people, organizations and businesses have written letters of support for this change.

Join us in Council Chambers next Tuesday to voice your support! Let’s get as many people as possible showing up! We’re almost there!”

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The Congressional Black Caucus: Is The Peace In Ukraine Now! We Are All Affected!!! “Conscience of the Congress” Unconscious?

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Dear Editor: What: PEACE IN UKRAINE!! gathering as part of the Global Days of Action by the Peace In Ukraine Coalition, calling for: an immediate ceasefire; peace negotiations; and no more weapons from US. When & Where: Saturday, Oct. 7, at Noon to 1p.m.; Bidwell & Elmwood, Buffalo NY 14222.

Who: Organized by the WNY Peace Center (WNYPC), and hosted by Women In Black WNY. All are welcome.

The WNYPC has been working for peace and against militarism since its inception as part of Rev. Dr. King's Clergy & Laity Concerned in 1967 (one of the first 12 such chapters!). It pursues its mission of "Peace through Justice at home and abroad" through a wide range of activities.

Women In Black is an international movement started in Israel and Palestine in the 1980s by Jewish and Palestinian women who were protesting the violence and vigilling for nonviolence and peace in their region. It has spread worldwide, and the WNY Chapter was started during the run-up to the war on Iraq (2001/2) and its hour-long Noon Saturday vigil at Bidwell & Elmwood has occurred weekly ever since.

WHY: The war in Ukraine has caused: •A greatly increased danger of Nuclear War and annihilation, bringing the Doomsday Clock to 90 seconds to midnight; •A worldwide grain shortage, and associated shortages •Environmental catastrophe from the military activity (forest fires; bombed gas lines [by the US]; bombed out buildings, towns, and infrastructure; massive greenhouse gas emissions •Huge opportunity cost of the $75 Billion spent by the US, in addition to the human effort and monies squandered on this devastation by all sides.

It is way past time for #diplomacy and #negotiations for a #ceasefire, and an end to fueling the fire through massive provision of more arms. #PeaceNow #InternationalOrganizations #UN #PeaceInUkraine

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Dr.Wilmer J. Leon, III

he Congressional Black Caucus has strayed far from the politics of its original members.

Once called the "conscience of the congress," the group is made up of Democratic Party loyalists living off of a now undeserved reputation.

“Even though we think first of those we were directly elected to serve, we cannot, in good conscience, think only of them—for what affects one Black community, one poor community, one urban community, affects all…,” Letter from Congressional Black Caucus to President Nixon in 1971.

In the 1960s, Rep. Charles Diggs (D-Mich.) established the Democracy Select Committee (DSC) to bring the nine elected African American House members together. They were organized in order to help them strategize around their common issues and develop policy initiatives that would address the problems facing their African American constituents. “The sooner we get organized for group action, the more effective we can become,” Diggs said. The operative words in Diggs’ statement are “group”, “action” and “effective”. Is the current iteration of the CBC as a group taking effective action?

By the beginning of the 92nd Congress, (1971-1973) the number of African American Representatives had risen from nine to 13. Rep. Louis Stokes (D-Ohio) said, “In addition to representing our individual districts, we had to assume the onerous burden of acting as congressman-atlarge for unrepresented people around America.” Those 13 African American members founded The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) in 1971. It was from that above referenced 1971 letter to Nixon that the CBC became known as The Conscience of the Congress .

Ossie Davis was the keynote speaker at the first CBC fundraising dinner in 1971. The title of his address was, It’s Not The Man, It’s The Plan. In this address he challenged the members of the CBC by stating, “…the time has…come when rhetoric will begin to take a back seat…Give to us a “Ten Black Commandments,” simple and strong…” He closed by saying, “Let us stop making history by ad hoc methods and impromptu improvisations. Let us plan the whole thing out…” He directed the CBC members to give people their assignments and hold them strictly -WNY Peace Center responsible if they don’t carry them out.

Now is the time for the African American community to take stock, not of the original 13 wnypeace.org members of the CBC, but of the current 58. Are they in fact addressing the problems facing the African American community? Are they taking effective “group-action”? Has the “conscience of the Congress” become unconscious? Have they devolved into a comprador class of relatively privileged, wealthy and educated natives of a colonized land that have been "bought" by the colonizers? More simply put by the late Glen Ford, have they become “the Black Misleadership Class”? cation in prison thanks to those brave men who understood According to the CBC website, “…the Congressional Black the value of education to Mr. Robinson’s family and comCaucus (CBC) has been committed to using the full Constimunity. Education programs was included on the list of 27 tutional power, statutory authority, and financial resources of demands that the men initially sent to NYS Governor Nelthe federal government to ensure that African Americans and other marginalized communities in the United States have the son A. Rockefeller and to the NYS Commissioner of Coropportunity to achieve the American Dream.” Ossie Davis rections Russell Oswald. The Governor refused to negotiate said in his address, “…the name of the game is power-and if with the prisoners. Encouraged by the president, Richard M. you ain’t playing power, you’re in the wrong place.” Is the Nixon, Rockefeller and Oswald agreed that it would be best CBC using its power as a 58 - member potential voting bloc to send in law enforcement. Armed corrections officers and to demand substantive change, or are they a rubber stamp for state and local police were sent in to regain control of the the interests of the American elite? They appear to be less efprison. That is when the Attica Prison Massacre occurred. fective now than they were 51 years ago.

The police fired 3,000 rounds into a haze of tear gas, Before examining domestic policy, take a look at some killing 33 prisoners and 10 of the hostages and wounding foreign policy blunders. Last past April the House passed the Countering Malign Russian Activities in Africa Act, which 89. Most were shot in the initial indiscriminate barrage of was introduced by CBC member Gregory Meeks, Chairman gunfire, but other prisoners were shot or killed after they of the Foreign Relations Committee. Using pages from the surrendered.

Cold War playbook, the US is once again invoking the threat In the aftermath of the bloody raid, authorities said that of a Russian boogeyman to justify American imperialism in the prisoners had killed the slain hostages by slitting their Africa. The bill passed the House on a 415-9 vote. All of throats. One hostage was said to have been castrated. Howthe so-called “progressive” members of the House, the Squad, ever, autopsies proved that these charges against the prisonand the CBC supported this legislation. ers were false and that all 10 hostages had been shot to death The Act sanctions African nations that fail to follow the by police.

American lead and choose to exercise their sovereignty by Join us for the next meeting of PRISONERS ARE PEOPLE ignoring American dictates not to do business with Russia.

TOO, INC. Let’s take a look at how prisons have changed SADIC, the 16-member regional bloc of Southern African (or not) since the Attica Rebellion. What is meant by the countries, said in a joint statement that the United States is slogans, “Attica is All of Us” and “Attica Means Fighting “bullying” African nations and punishing them for not folBack.”? What do you think is the legacy of the Attica Relowing the “failing US sanctions regime” that has made the bellion in Buffalo? this state? this country? and the world?

African continent “the target of unilateral and punitive mea-

REMEMBERING ATTICA, 1971 This is a title that I have used before as PRISONERS ARE PEOPLE TOO, INC. has taken time every year to remember a prison rebellion, an uprising …. not a riot…. that took place at Attica State Prison from September 9 through September 13 in 1971. I have later used the term MASSACRE to describe what happened when government took control on the final day and law enforcement’s gunfire resulted in the deaths of 43…33 prisoners and 10 corrections officers and other civilians.

I prefer to use the words “rebellion” and “uprising” as this describes what happened when prisoners put forth a determined effort to stand up and speak out against inhumane living conditions, i.e. overcrowding, poor food, substandard medical care, little opportunity for education or rehabilitation and violation of their civil rights, protected by the U.S. Constitution. These men knew they were being denied certain basic rights, including the right to free speech, the freedom to practice their religion, and the right to access the courts and counsel.

We have remembered Attica in the past, celebrating the men who shouted, “We are MEN! We are not beasts and will not be treated as such!” Our programs have screened documentary films about Attica Prison, some old (ATTICA, 1974) and some newer projects (ATTICA, 2004). We have hosted individuals who are the children of those brave men, Lion Blyden, son of Herbert X Blyden, one of the recognized leaders of the rebellion, and Chiquita Archie, daughter of Thomas Robinson who was privileged to further his edu-

We will meet on Monday, September 25, 2023 7:00-9:00pm at the CAO Rafi Green Masten Resource Center, 1423 Fillmore Avenue@ Glenwood in Buffalo.

Next: Conclusion AFRICOM and More Source: BlackAgendaReport

12 LEGAL NOTICE Plaintiff designates ERIE as the place of trial situs of the real property SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 47 NORWOOD AVENUE, HAMBURG, NY 14075 Section: 182.20, Block: 5, Lot: 6&7 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK INDEX NO. 801775/2022 COUNTY OF ERIE _____________________________ MEB LOAN TRUST IV, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE Plaintiff, vs.

MARK SKINGLEY, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF EARL M. SKINGLEY; if living, and if she/he be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff CHERYL SKINGLEY, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF EARL M. SKINGLEY; JESSE RANDALL SKINGLEY, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF EARL M. SKINGLEY; CANDICE SKINGLEY, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF EARL M. SKINGLEY; HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF DARIN SKINGLEY, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF EARL M. SKINGLEY; HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF EARL M. SKINGLEY; HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF ALAYNE SKINGLEY, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF EARL M. SKINGLEY; any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, John Doe #1, "JOHN DOE #2" through "JOHN DOE #12," the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants.

To the above named 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 of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other 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.

Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $90,000.00 and interest, recorded on July 24, 2006, in Liber 13302 at Page 5550, of the Public Records of ERIE County, New York., covering premises known as 47 NORWOOD AVENUE, HAMBURG, NY 14075.

The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.

ERIE County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county.

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 the mortgage company will not stop the 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. Dated: August 18, 2023 ROBERTSON ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Theresa Regis, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 September 14, 21, 28 October 5

LEGAL NOTICE BID Bids will be received by RP Oak Hill Building Co., Inc. for the 310 Ship Canal Project (BLCP Tenant Improvements – Building A) on 9/28/2023 at 2:00pm. Please fax bids (716-8224367) or email (bids@rpoakhill.com) prior to 2:00 pm. The scope of work is for structural steel fabrication & installation. The contract documents may be examined at Construction Exchange. This project is open shop. ***W/M/DBE & SDVOB participation is encouraged.

LEGAL NOTICE Bid NFTA PROCUREMENT REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL/BID 230041 – RAIL CAR DECALS Go to NFTA's Website to register as a supplier and for instructions to download the Procurement Document at https://www.nfta.com/departments/ procurement.

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE Bid

PROBATE CITATION File Number: 2022-858 SURROGATES COURTERIE COUNTYCITATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK By the grace of God, Free and Independent TO: Michael Lewis, Calvin Lewis, Jr., Jamar Lewis, Monique Lewis, Jenna Lewis, Albert Lewis,III and Kari Lewis, if they be living, and if they be dead to their heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, if any such there be, all of whom and all whose names, ages, and places of residence and post office addresses are unknown to the Petitioner(s) and cannot after due diligence be ascertained, and JENNIFER G. FLANNERY, Erie County Public Administrator and to any and all persons who are, or who claim to be heirs at law, next of kin, distributees of the decendent named below, if any such there be, all of whom, and all of whose names, ages and places of residence and post office addresses are unknown to the Petitioner(s) and cannot after due diligence used be ascertained.

A Petition having been filed by Lena Marie Lewis, who is domiciled at 166 Donovan Drive, Apartment B, BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14211.

YOU ARE HEREBY CITED to SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Erie County, at 92 Franklin Street, Buffalo, New York 14202 on October 18, 2023 at 11 o'clock in the fore noon of that day, why a decree should not be made in the estate of Evelyn Lewis lately domiciled at 526 William Street, Buffalo, New York 14206 admitting to probate a will dated September 24, 2020 (a codicil dated n/a) a copy of which is attached, as the Will of Evelyn Lewis deceased, relating to real and personal property and directing that: Letters Testamentary to Lena Marie Lewis Dated, Attested, and Sealed September 6, 2023 Hon. Acea Mosey- Surrogate Linda C Novotny - Chief Clerk Rashied H McDuffie, Esq. Attorney for Petitioner 594 Winslow Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14211 September 21, 28, October 5, 12

COUNTY OF ERIE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS SUNY ECC North Campus Bretschger Hall Power & Mechanical Upgrades PROJECT NO. 2020-956-04 Sealed bids for General Construction, Mechanical/Plumbing Construction and Electrical Construction work for the above project will be received by the County’s Commissioner of Public Works in Suite 1400 of the Rath County Office Building, 95 Franklin Street, Buffalo, New York 14202 until 10:30 AM local time on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at which time they will be opened and read aloud. NYS Vendor Responsibility Form CCA-2 A/B/C, NYSDOL wage rates, MBE/WBE/SDVOB, Apprenticeship program, and Local and Disadvantaged Workforce requirements may apply to this project. Additional information must be found at: www.erie.gov/dpw

LEGAL NOTICE RFP Public Notice REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS – Uniforms & Protective Footwear The Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority (BMHA) requests responses to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Uniform Clothing and Protective Footwear for approximately 80 employees.

The project scope, content of proposal, and vendor selection process are summarized in the RFP and may be obtained by contacting Arnitra Chester at rfpresponse@bmhahousing.com or by visiting the BMHA’s website at bmhahousing.com.

Proposals must be received no later than 3:00 pm (EDT), Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

LEGAL NOTICE BID NFTA PROCUREMENT REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL/BID 230063 – METAL STORAGE LOCKERS WITH INSTALLATION SERVICE Go to NFTA's Website to register as a supplier and for instructions to download the Procurement Document at https://www.nfta.com/departments/ procurement.

LEGAL NOTICE Bid WANTED -- Contractor for Stabilization Repairs. The Buffalo Erie Niagara Land Improvement Corporation requests bids from qualified contractors to stabilize four vacant properties in the city of Buffalo. Please call 716-243-3996 ext. 104 or email m.azzano@benlic.org for the full bid document including scope of work.

Also available on our website https:// benlic.org/bids-work/.

LLC'S

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A DOMESTIC LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY The Earverse LLC. Filed with SSNY on 05/31/2023. Office: Erie County.

SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail copy to 346 Cable St, Buffalo, NY 14206. Purpose: any lawful.

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EMPLOYMENT

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY RUBY R ROSE LLC filed Articles of Organization with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 8/11/23. Office location: Erie County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 345 BROADWAY ST, SUITE 120, BUFFALO, NY 14204. Purpose: any lawful act or activity.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 1er Cru, LLC filed Articles of Organization with the New York Department of State on 08/25/2023. Its office is located in Erie County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the Company upon whom process against it may be served and a copy of any process shall be mailed to 65 Burbank Dr, Amherst, NY 14226. Purpose is any lawful purpose.

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Challenger Community News •September 21, 2023

RISE UP RIGHT SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS

Welcome, Let’s Rise Up !

High School Football Scores #1 Bennett 40 Orchard Park 0 West Seneca East 28 #24 South Park 7 #19 McKinley 40 Niagara Wheatfield 18 Niagara Falls 26 Hutch Tech 24 #12 Lackawanna 52 Tonawanda 12 Buffalo Bisons Baseball The Buffalo Bisons are still scratching and clawing to put wins together as the playoffs are not out of reach yet. The Bisons current record as of Saturday 9/16/23 is 72-68. The Bisons MVPs this season has been Wes Parsons who has recorded a 9-3 record with an ERA just under 4. Spencer Horowitz has 132 hits this season with a batting average of .337. His 72 RBI this season ranked second among his team just behind Rafael Lantigua who has 81 RBI and 12 home runs. Can the Bisons finish the season with a winning record?

Buffalo Bills Week 2 Football Bills 38 Raiders 10. Bills Offense: 29 1st Downs ,183 yards rushing, 267 yards passing,450 yards total offense.

Bills Defense:13 1st Downs, 55 yards rushing, 185 yards passing, 240 yards total offense. Bills Scoring Summary: Latavius Murray 4 yd touchdown run, Dawson Knox 2 yard touchdown reception, Khalil Shakir 11 yard touchdown reception, Gabe Davis 2 yard touchdown reception, Damien Harris 1 yard touchdown run, 29 yard FG Tyler Bass, James Cook's 123 yards against the Raiders was the first time the Bills had a 100-yard rusher since January 2nd 2022 when the bills played the Atlanta Falcons. The running back was Devin Singletary.

Buffalo Bulls Football The UB Bulls found a way to repeat history for the wrong reason as the Bulls were smoked by the Liberty Flames 55-27 this past Saturday at UB Stadium. For the second straight season, the UB Bulls have started the season 0-3 with losses to Wisconsin, Fordham and now Liberty. Cole Snyder threw for four touchdowns but the UB Bulls secondary gave up 344 yards and five touchdown passes to Kaidon Salter. If there's any good news, the last time the Bulls started the season 0-3 they ended the season with a bowl game win and if anybody can get this season back on the right track, it's coach Mo Linquist. Next week, the Bulls will be on the road against the Louisiana Raging Cajuns.

Can the Bulls record their first win of the season?

Buffalo Sabres Preseason Schedule Buffalo Sabres preseason will begin September 24th against the Washington Capitals. Here is a list of upcoming preseason Sabres games.

Sabres versus Bruins September 26th at 7:00pm Sabres at Maple Leafs September 27th at 6:30pm Sabres at Penguins September 28th at 7:00pm Sabres versus Blue Jackets October 4th at 7:00pm Sabres versus Penguins October 6th at 7:00pm The Buffalo Sabres season home opener will be October 12th versus the New York Rangers.

For more sports talk and news follow me on Facebook @Andre Robinson or D'Andre Torch Robinson. Tune into the WUFO sports report every Sunday at 6pm, and every Monday and Wednesday at 10pm.

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On Second Thought . . .

What a Difference a Week Makes!

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n a 38 – 10 dismantling of the Las Vegas Raiders, the Buffalo Bills again returned to at least a semblance of themselves from last season, let alone, the disaster of last week. The Bills and Josh Allen, in particular, have shown cause for alarm, as to the future state of affairs this current season.

Last week, the Monday Night Football world witnessed a classic display of the ‘good’ Josh Allen’ and his nightmare twin, the ‘bad’ Josh Allen.’ The ‘Bad Josh’ had been rarely seen since the early days of his career in Buffalo. It was then, that we first saw the impressive physical displays, including the strong arm, the great escapability in the pocket and the reckless abandon running style. But too often, the ‘Bad Josh’ would take over where he’d start to play so-called “hero ball,” whereby he over relied on his considerable physical talent, but not enough on his brain.

However, steadily over the last three plus seasons now, we’ve seen his maturation process, whereby he became more of a student of the game; better able to dissect complex NFL defenses, but still able to rely upon his great physical gifts. It has been this maturation which propelled Allen to the top rank of NFL quarterbacks.

Against the Jets, however, we witnessed an unwelcome incarnation of the ‘Bad Josh’ – he of the reckless “Hero Ball” mentality that helped his opponent with bonehead interceptions and careless play. The four giveaways against the Jets was the work of a rank amateur, who we all hoped, had gone away for good. Indeed, it was very reassuring to see the return of ‘Good Josh,’ as the Bills – after a slow start – began their systematic dismantlement of the Raiders. Once again, the maturation that we thought we saw in Allen’s evolution to becoming a superstar QB was on full display.

Frankly, I was not surprised by the turnabout. In my book, Allen is easily a Top Five QB and a rare talent by any standard, in any era. That’s because Allen is a hard worker and still growing as a student of the game. The element of his game that still needs work is all between the ears. And that is something, I am convinced, he will figure out.

Right now, for starters, he needs to figure out how to do the ‘electric’ turf slide. Allen seems temperamentally unsuited to safely sliding away from oncoming defenders. For some reason, he feels he has to leap, hurdle and deliver a blow on every improvised running play. But the man really needs to learn a ‘cool’ slide that will prevent angry defenders with bad intentions from taking his head off.

Make no mistake about it, Josh Allen is the one indispensable component of Buffalo Bills football team. As long as he remains upright and playing like ‘Good Josh,’ the Bills have as good a shot as any team to walk the Super Bowl walk. Of course, Allen was not the only Bill who did work. In addition to the usual suspects, like Stefon Diggs, Gabe Davis and Dawson Knox, the Bills also got big contributions from James Cook, Damien Harris and Dalton Kincaid. Unlike the Jets game, those contributions made the Bills two-dimensional in both the run and pass game. Certainly, it was too much for Las Vegas to handle.

Not to be left out, was the Bills defense, which also stood out, especially the play of all-pro LB Matt Milano. Milano made a highlight reel interception of an outlet pass intended for Josh Jacobs, the Raiders vaunted RB. On the play, Milano just jumped over the man’s back and simply “Bogarted” the football away. In the end, Milano and the rest of the Bills interior defenders put a skirt and high heel cleats on the normally hard running Jacobs, who was held to the lowest rushing output of his career.

Next up for the Bills, are the tough, up and coming Washington Commanders. They are a hardnosed team with a defensive line that is first rate. The Commanders are still trying to make their bones in the ultra-competitive NFC East, which features the Eagles and Cowboys. While they have the defense to play with the big boys, the question for them is whether they can hang enough points on the scoreboard with their second year

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Pictured: #50 Greg Rousseau and #92 DaQuan Jones tackle Raiders #10 QB Jimmy Garoppolo . Photo: Jerome Davis/Challenger News

Bills Demolish Raiders 38 - 10

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t the start of Sunday’s game against the Raiders, the Bills defense came out slow and Raiders running game exploded for a long run-down field setting up a Raiders TD. The turnover on downs at the goal line was head shaking because of Offensive Coordinator Ken Dorsey not calling for power football in that situation. The Raiders continued to turn the ball over and the Bills made them pay with TD passes to Dawson Knox and Gabe Davis respectively.

Josh Allen took what the defense gave him and he finally threw the ball away on a few plays instead of chancing an interception. That’s smart football and Allen James Cook averaging 7.2 yards per carry bode well for the Bills running game. The Bills had 35 rushes for 183 yards with an average 5.2 yards per carry - a recipe for winning football.

The Bills are unbeatable when Josh Allen does not turn over the football. The Bills defensive front was outstanding with Ed Oliver and DaQuan Jones dominating (former Bill) Raiders guard Greg Van Roten and their Center Andre James. The Bills edge rushes Leonard Floyd and Greg Rousseau picked up where they left off from last week with steady play on the outside. Rousseau especially seemed to be improving each week and his confidence level was sky high even after not making the play on the Raiders opening drive. Rousseau had two tackles and one assist along with forcing runs back into the middle of The Bills defensive line.

The Bills new starting middle linebacker Terrel Bernard looked much more comfortable and his fluid moves to the runners were good. After Bernard’s interception of a tipped pass his confidence and play increased. Bernard said: “Greg Rousseau made a great play tipping the ball and play was going to my man in coverage and I was able to make the interception. The crowd noise made a huge difference, and I look forward to going out and making plays.”

It’s a long season and Terrel Bernard is a work in progress, but if this unit can stay healthy through Thanksgiving and Von Miller returns this unit it could easily become a dominating defensive unit during the stretch drive and into the playoffs.

Micah Hyde aggravated his hamstring and had to leave the game. This looks like another season of nagging injuries for Hyde. I think Damar Hamlin might see his first week of regular season action against the Washington Commanders. The Bills must address the safety position in next year’s draft or bring in another quality player via free agency. This year’s free agent Safety Taylor Rapp had a very good game and will probably start in next week’s game. That’s when The Bills travel to Washington DC and face a furious defensive front with Montez Sweat, Chase Young, and Jonathan Allen. They are undefeated with wide out Terry McLaurin, and running back Brian Robinson Jr. will be a big challenge for this Buffalo Bills defensive unit. I see Bills offense - as long as Allen continues to take what the defense gives him - exploit the Commanders secondary on short to midrange passes to tight ends which will open up the field for Diggs and Davis. Bills will win in a highly contested game 27-21.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS SAT SEPT. 23 Niagara Falls Community Meeting 11a.m. Word of Life Ministries, 1941 Hyde Park Blvd., Niagara Falls, Topic: Clean Slate Law regarding record expungement and background checks.

Community Clean Up @ William L. Gaiter Parkway, 10 a.m. – 12 noon, rain or shine, meet @ corner of.

Norfolk Ave. and E. Delavan 9:30 a.m..

Micheal Andrews

U.S. Army 2001-2014 Fort Leanard Wood Mo. Masten St Armory M.O.S. Military Police 2003/2011 Served two tours in combat in Iraq 2003 and 2011.

In 2003 won Bronze Star Medal with V device for combat heroism the fourth highest award given for combat heroism.

SUN. SEPT. 24 Author Lady Dianna Henderson Official Book Launch, 2-4 p.m. Merriweather Library, free. VIP $30 includes book and small reception call (716)393-5040..

MON. SEPT. 25 Urban Line Dancing 12pm at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St, Buffalo. FREE for ages 50+ www.HustleforHealth.com LAST PUBLIC MEETING to give your opinion on 5/14 MASSACRE MEMORIAL Merriweather Library 6:307:30 p.m

TUES. SEPT.26 Free Line Dance Class, Dorothy Collier Community Center, 118 E. Utica, BEGINNER 11a.m.-12p.m.; ADVANCED 12-1 p.m. (716)882-0602.

Michigan Street Heritage Corridor Farmers Market 3-6 p.m., 136 Broadway.

WED. SEPT. 27 Meeting of the Board of the Westminster Community Charter School 3:30pm. 24 Westminster Ave. Public hearing on the $1 Billion Plan to cover a portion of the Kensington Expressway.

Buffalo Museum of Science, 1020 Humboldt Parkway from 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 4:30 to 8 p.m.

Urban Line Dancing 11a.m., Gloria Parks, 3242 Main St. FREE 50+ Visit www.HustleForHealth.com “Our history did not begin in chains. It will not end in chains.”

SAT. SEPT. 30 An African Art Exhibition hosted by Eric Ansuade 5-8 p.m. at 1134 Delaware Avenue. Live music, poetry, an Africa n Market, food and entertainment.

“The axe forgets but the tree remembers.”

-Afrikan Proverb

BILLS continued QB, Sam Howell. That is where the Bills defense has to step in from the jump and not give the young QB any hope at all.

For the Bills, the lingering question this season – until it isn’t – is which Josh Allen we will get? Will it be the ‘Good Josh’ or the ‘Bad Josh?’

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