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In this week’s edition: Ellicottville gears up to celebrate 50 years of Fall Festival See ‘Out and About’ on page 5

Cattaraugus Co. Legislature recognizes Higgins for 34 years on IDA BY KELLEN M. QUIGLEY

LITTLE VALLEY — A key figure in the decisions driving economic development in Cattaraugus County for three decades is moving on. Joseph E. Higgins resigned from the Cattaraugus County Industrial Development Agency Board on July 22, the end of an extraordinary 34-year tenure of dedicated service after first being appointed to the IDA Board in January 1992. On Sept. 23, Higgins was recognized for his dedication and service to the IDA and his contributions to Cattaraugus County with a certificate of appreciation from the county Legislature. “We thought it was appropriate that we bring Joe in for an overdue recognition of his service,” said M. Andrew Burr, chairman of the legislature. “But also, we should all be conscious of the many great contributions the IDA makes to Cattaraugus County every day.” Throughout his tenure, Higgins demonstrated

unwavering loyalty not only to the IDA but to the community as a whole, also serving on the Olean Chamber of Commerce and the Allegany Central School Board. Higgins was instrumental in the development of the Allegheny River Trail, conceiving the idea of a recreational trail along the river connecting Allegany, Olean and Portville in 1992 and later serving on the Allegheny River Trail Advisory Committee. After six years of negotiating leases with numerous private landowners and tireless efforts, the 5.6-mile trail opened to the public in October 1998. The trail’s master plan won the 1998 Outstanding Planning Project award for the New York Upstate chapter of the American Planning Association. Higgins has also been a pillar of the local business community, embodying the entrepreneurial spirit and work ethic that drives the region’s economy. As a business owner, Higgins and his family owned and operated Abbott Welding Supply in Olean for many decades and supported countless causes and efforts in that area. His guidance, insight and steady leadership have

shared his pride in the IDA as a whole and the admirable achievements it made during his time as a legislator. “The IDA, in my view, is one of the unsung heroes of Cattaraugus County,” he said. “You read their annual report and their cost structure, they run with two or three staff members. They’re one of the lowestcost IDAs in the state of New York with some of the most tremendous results in the state of New York.” Photo by Kellen M. Quigley Joseph E. Higgins (left) is congratulated by M. Andrew Burr, Chairman of the Cattaraugus County Legislature, on his 34 years of service to the county Industrial Development Agency Board.

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“It’s really been a wonderful thing to be involved with,” Higgins said after receiving a standing ovation in the legislative chambers. “I thank you for this. It’s really

“But I just enjoyed it so much that I stayed on — really, longer than I probably should have,” Higgins joked. “Now that Joe Giglio has taken my place, that’s really a good move and a great asset to the IDA.”

Higgins recalled a conversation he had about 10 years ago with Corey Wiktor, executive director of the IDA, suggesting that if the board ever wanted to “get rid of this old man,” to just let him know

Concerning construction of the Great Lakes Cheese manufacturing and packaging plant near Franklinville, which initially was expected to cost about $500 million in 2022 but eventually

escalated to over $700 million, Higgins thanked the legislature for their support in the project. “The IDA and Corey led the charge there and had to deal with the DEC and DOT and electrical supply and on and on, but it really worked out great.” “We’re so proud of everything you’ve done for this community and we’re proud of all your efforts,” Burr said. In addition to recognizing Higgins, Burr

Burr said all seven directors on the board are fantastic people with a pro-enterprise, prodevelopment, pro-jobs and pro-work attitude that he finds reassuring and refreshing, and Higgins was one of them. “In particular, in the past few years, the accomplishments of the IDA with his stewardship, along with Corey Wiktor’s, oversaw some of the biggest economic development projects in the history of Cattaraugus County with Great Lakes Cheese and Cimolai, along with many other smaller but very consequential projects,” Burr added.

Cedric the Entertainer to entertain Seneca Allegany Casino crowd in 2027 entertainer — I do it all!”

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SALAMANCA — The Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino will kick off 2027 in hilarious fashion when legendary comedian Cedric The Entertainer performs in the Seneca Allegany Event Center at 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16. Cedric the Entertainer is one of the most recognizable figures in the entertainment industry. A well-known actor, stand-up comedian and television game show host, he rose to fame in the 1990s as one of the Kings of Comedy in the stand-up tour along with Steve Harvey, D.L. Hughley and Bernie Mac. It was at this same time in the ’90s that Cedric began attracting attention for his acting roles, which have included movie roles in the “Barbershop” films, “Johnson Family Vacation” and “Man of the House.” He has co-starred in “The Steve Harvey Show” on television, appeared onstage as the Cowardly Lion in “The Wiz” and voices one of the recurring characters in the popular “Madagascar” series of animated films. In recent years, Cedric starred in and executive produced the CBS Television hit comedy

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A spot of tea for the Little Valley Food Pantry LITTLE VALLEY — A tea party fundraiser to support the Little Valley Food Pantry was held Saturday at the Little Valley Congregational Church. The event was attended by 47 ladies — a dozen more than the year before — and many came dressed in historical fashion, wearing traditional hats and tea party attire. Carol Johnston, a guest speaker, spoke about tea party history, etiquette and culture. Door prizes were given to the delight of many. It was a great time that supported the pantry with much needed funds to assist those in need of food assistance. Photo Provided Attendees of a tea party fundraiser for the Little Valley Food Pantry gather at the Little Valley Congregational Church.

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Supermarket, Save-a-lot Supermarket, the Little Valley Congregational Church and those that purchased tickets or made donations. The food pantry is located in the former Little Valley School and is accessed off Thompson Avenue through the rear door of the building. The pantry is open each Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and on the first and third Thursdays from 4-6 p.m. A mobile food truck is also available on the last Thursday of the month from 10 a.m. to noon. Monetary donations may be sent to Little Valley Food Pantry, P.O. Box 43, Little Valley, NY 14755. Information and updates can be found on Facebook at “Little Valley Food Pantry.”

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Ellicottville gears up to celebrate 50 years of Fall Festival chamber started Fall Festival in the village in 1975, they merged the two events into one big fall festival.

Mardi Gras slope where riders enjoyed hot dogs, hamburgers, cider and free beer. Riders were advised to bring their hiking shoes because the “It’s interesting — lift was licensed for upHoliday Valley held hill transportation only. their first Fall Open House in 1962, and they “In the beginning, had just built the first there was no charge for Mardi Gras chairlift,” the chairlift rides, but she said. “They renamed they started charging at the event Octoberfest in some point,” Eshbaugh 1974.” said. “Now, most of the According to Eshbaugh, the resort used to publish a small newspaper that chronicled the events. As she read through some of the archived papers, she was reminded of a few other things that happened in the past, including Octoberfest.

Photo provided This is the 50th anniversary of Fall Festival, Ellicottville’s biggest event of the year, which has provided thousands of festival-goers with family fun for five decades. The lively weekend will take place Oct. 10 and 11 in the village, at Holiday Valley and HoliMont. A photo from a previous year shows a small portion of Washington Street filled with vendors and visitors, with a backdrop of brilliant fall colors.

BY DEB EVERTS

ELLICOTTVILLE — Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Ellicottville’s Fall Festival on Oct. 10 and 11, marking five decades of one of the most beloved fall festivals in Western New York. Thousands of festival-goers are expected to flock to Ellicottville to celebrate the Golden Anniversary of Fall Festival with a lively weekend of family fun in the village, at Holiday Valley and HoliMont ski resorts. Presented by the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Green Mountain Energy, this free event attracts families from hundreds of miles away in both the United States and Canada. Each year since 1975, Ellicottville’s oldest and largest festival has gotten bigger and better, with vendors featuring arts and crafts, tasty foods and live entertainment along Washington, Jefferson and Monroe streets.

Fall Festival Trail Run” on Sunday, which features a Kids’ Race at 9:30 a.m. and a 5K at 10 a.m. Both races start with a breathtaking chairlift ride to the top of the hill. Awards will be given to the top three overall winners for each gender and the top three teams. The arts and crafts Register online at holivendors will have their mont.com/events. booths open both days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Food court hours are LOOKING BACK on scheduled for Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and 50 years of festivities, Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Brian McFadden, who served as the chamber’s At Holiday Valley, executive director for guests can experience 28 years before retiring the region’s spectacular in December 2024, exfall scenery from above panded local programwith chairlift rides on ming to nearly 20 anthe Mardi Gras 6 Express nual festivals, including to the top of Mardi Gras Fall Festival. from noon to 4 p.m., An excerpt from the both days, to enjoy the Mountain Top Cookout Chamber of Commerce and listen to live music. meeting minutes of The “Tommy Z” band May 1975 said, “The will entertain Saturday, Ellicottville Chamber of and the band Porcelain Commerce held a meetTrain will play Sunday. ing on May 12, 1975, at The live music continues the Barn Restaurant in down at the Cabana Bar Ellicottville, to establish with Jay McDonnell per- a Fall Festival — hopefully to be held in conforming both days. junction with Holiday The “Fall Scramble Off Valley’s and HoliMont’s Road Run” will kick off Open House weekends. at 9 a.m. Participants Many exciting activities will ride the chairlift to were suggested by Heidi the top of the hill for the Rounds, who was desigstart and will have four nated as the first general or eight-mile off-road chairman. These activities included an antique options. show, art show, boat Up at HoliMont, ad- racing, kite flying and a venture seekers can take advantage of mountain biking opportunities and enjoy the trails while taking in the beauty of the season. community, sponsors, volunteers and visitors who have helped make Fall Festival a tradition for generations. We are especially thankful for the support of Green Mountain Energy as we celebrate this historic year.”

“For 50 years, Fall Festival has brought together families, friends, businesses and visitors to celebrate everything that makes autumn in Ellicottville so special,” said Barb Pump, executive director of the chamber. “To reach this milestone anniversary and receive national recognition as one of the country’s top fall festivals Those who prefer to exis an incredible honor. plore on foot should parWe are grateful to our ticipate in the “HoliTrot

show and sale of arts and crafts as well as street dancing.”

An archived article from 1976 describes those first years as having lavish buffets, music, dancing and a greatly expanded Ellicottville Fall Festival with activities everywhere. Two German American Buffets highlighted the weekend activities, complete with a live German band and dancing at the Clubhouse Chalet.

proceeds go to Team Holiday Valley’s Empire State Ride for Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.” A list of scheduled activities, festival parking map, detour and shuttle service information for the 50th festival is posted online at ellicottvilleny.com.

McFadden said the stated purpose of the event was “to further stimulate our economy by attracting as many people to Ellicottville as feasible and to entertain and thereby thank those people who have sup“It was a big time and ported our commerce in German bands played the past.” all the time. Around 1970, they started havJane Eshbaugh, ing beer parties and Holiday Valley’s former they crowned a Beer marketing director, be- Meister,” she said. “They lieves an antique show recommended wearing in 1974 would have been costumes.” Holiday Valley’s first involvement with the vilThere were free chairlage. She said when the lift rides to the top of

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West Valley hosts rescue personnel to build emergency readiness

WEST VALLEY — Local law enforcement, fire protection and emergency medical services personnel recently met with West Valley Demonstration Project team members as part of an ongoing partnership to strengthen coordination and ensure employees are prepared to act quickly and safely in the unlikely event of an emergency.

early and managed correctly. This past summer, Kevin Murray, WVCA’s senior emergency management specialist, hosted West Valley regional partners, including Bertrand Chaffee Hospital, West Valley Volunteer Hose Company, Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police, Cattaraugus County Emergency Office, Mercy Flight, Erie County Medical Center and others. These agencies provide critical support if needed, and the West Valley visit helped familiarize them with the site layout, current work activities, safety protocols, emergency procedures and potential hazards.

FBI Buffalo Field Office Special Agent Aaron Allen and Cattaraugus County Deputy Sheriff Joe Yerpe shared best practices and reviewed tools that support operations during an emergency. Employees with the Radiation Training Department of U.S. Department of Energy Office of Environmental Management contractor West Valley Cleanup Alliance (WVCA) organized the visit to build strong working relationships, exchange operational expertise and confirm joint emergency response capabilities.

West Valley Cleanup Alliance photo From left, West Valley Cleanup Alliance (WVCA) Radiation Support Manager Jonathan Nehl; FBI Buffalo Field Office Special Agent Aaron Allen; Cattaraugus County Deputy Sheriff Joe Yerpe; WVCA Jr. Radiation Engineer J.P. O’Connell; and WVCA Radiation Control Qualifications Manager Duane Gills pose for a photo after a West Valley Demonstration Project tour.

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