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Cattaraugus Co. juniors participate in Empire Girls State; Legion Auxiliary seeking next delegates BY DEB EVERTS Seven high school junior girls from Cattaraugus County attended the 85th annual American Legion Auxiliary Empire Girls State (ALA EGS) event that took place June 30 through July 6 at SUNY Brockport. They joined together with hundreds of other junior girls from across the state to take part in the ALA EGS experience that immersed them in a weeklong leadership program to learn about politics and public service. The seven delegates who made the trip to SUNY Brockport for Girls State this summer included Maya Quinn of Pine Valley, sponsored by the South Dayton Unit 1593; Jasmine Laskey of Cattaraugus-Little Valley, Little Valley Unit 531; Lauryn Liberatore of CattaraugusLittle Valley, Hughes-Skiba Unit 535 (Salamanca); Mackenzie Randolph of Portville, Portville Unit 814; Molly John of AlleganyLimestone, Allegany Unit 892; Madison Bartholomew of Allegany-Limestone, Allegany Unit 892; and Cait Conroy of Allegany-Limestone, Allegany Unit 892. Cattaraugus County’s ALA units are currently asking girls in the junior class of their high schools who are interested in attending the 2027 Girls State to consider participating in this unique opportunity to learn more about government and community issues and what they can do to make an impact.
“The role of women in the community and government can make a difference,” she said. “Through the years, we have had delegates return from the week at Girls State, stating their intent to seek careers in law, law enforcement, history and enlistment in the military.”
Although Girls State week doesn’t take place until the end of the school year, local auxiliaries begin the process to select participants in November. After the first marking period of the school year, auxiliaries request a list of the girls who placed in the top 33-percent of the junior class.
Two delegates who participated in this summer’s event expressed what the experience meant to them.
“Each auxiliary sends the students a letter and a letter to the parent, congratulating the student on her eligibility, explaining the EGS program and providing the interview date,” said Susan Moberg, cochair of the EGS committee at the Little Valley post. “The students must respond by a given deadline to participate in the interview or to decline the opportunity to do so.” Auxiliaries set their own interview dates, generally held in late December through February, she said. One delegate and one alternate are selected, and both candidates must complete the required documentation and paperwork, returning it to the sponsoring auxiliary unit by April 1. Units then forward the documentation to the ALA Department of New York by April 15. “The delegate and alternate, together with their parents, view a district virtual orientation in May,” she said. “This must be completed before the delegate can complete final registration and attend EGS.” DURING THE interview process, the ALA committees look for several criteria in applicants that make them
Photo provided Several local Legion auxiliaries sponsored a group of high school junior girls to attend the annual American Legion Auxiliary Empire Girls State this past summer. Shown are a few of the delegates from all over the state who participated in the American Legion Auxiliary Empire Girls State event.
a good delegate including academic success, school involvement, community service such as volunteering and hobbies and interests outside of school. Ideal qualities include communication skills, interpersonal skills, patriotism and other reliable, responsible qualities as well as demonstrating independence and future aspirations. Students must also obtain a letter of recommendation from their high school principals or a high school guidance counselor, in addition to the virtual orientation and completing the required paperwork
during the preparation process leading up to the week of the program. According to Moberg, participants become citizens of a 51st mythical state in which they elect their own officials, from county leaders to judges to members of the state legislature and a governor, during the week. Delegates are assigned to a political party — Federalist or Nationalist — and wear T-shirts throughout the week for their designated party. They learn and participate in flag raising and lowering ceremonies, participate in a Fourth of July celebration and pledge the flag daily.
Through this hands-on daily engagement in the political process, the girls gain a better understanding of government. She said the girls learn everything from how to write a bill by working in groups and negotiating to respecting others’ opinions that differ from their own to an understanding of the election process and the importance of voting. THE GIRLS COME away with experiences they can add to their resumes and college applications that can open so many doors for them, Moberg said, from eligibility for a scholarship to receiving early college credits and more.
“I got to spend a week becoming part of something bigger than myself, a part that I will hopefully carry throughout the rest of my life. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to go to Girl State and meet girls who I’d consider my best friends,” Maya Quinn said. “I will always remember the amazing time I had, connections made, important learning experiences, laughs, memories and friendships that will last a lifetime,” Cait Conroy said. If anyone is given the opportunity to go, which I am so incredibly grateful and thankful for this opportunity, I would in a heartbeat say definitely go!’” According to Empire Girls State online, the first Girls State sessions were conducted in 1938 and, since 1948, have been a regular part of the Auxiliary’s Citizenship Program. Only 300 girls from throughout the state are eligible to attend. The 2027 ALA EGS event will take place Sunday, June 27 through Friday, July 2. For updated information, visit online at empiregirlsstate.org.
WVCA CARES donates to Ellicottville school’s Family STEM Program WEST VALLEY — The West Valley Cleanup Alliance (WVCA), the Department of Energy Office of Environmental Management’s prime contractor at the West Valley Demonstration Project, recently donated $1,500 through the WVCA CARES Program to the Ellicottville Central School District to fund additional family-oriented science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) programming. “Through this donation, we’re proud to help expand access to high-quality science, technology, engineering and mathematics programs that prepare today’s students for the world they’re growing into,” said Jason Casper, WVCA President and Program Manager. “Strong STEM learning builds curiosity, confidence and real-world problemsolving skills — tools students will use no matter which path they choose.”
STEM programs offer numerous benefits, including developing critical thinking, problemsolving and creativity through hands-on, realworld projects, boosting digital literacy, fostering collaboration, building resilience and preparing students for high-demand, well-paying careers in rapidly growing technical fields. They make learning more engaging by connecting classroom concepts to everyday applications, increasing student motivation and preparing them to tackle complex global challenges. This initiative will help the Ellicottville Central School District host four additional STEM Engagement Nights for elementary students and their families throughout the school year. These activities are designed to further build on the critical role parents and caregivers play in reinforcing these lessons at home. “We are incredibly
students gain deeper comprehension and stronger learning outcomes. This investment is about more than equipment or resources — it’s about empowering students and strengthening the network of support around them.
Photo courtesy West Valley Cleanup Alliance The West Valley Cleanup Alliance (WVCA) recently donated $1,500 to the Ellicottville Central School District to support its science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) program. Pictured (from left): Ellicottville student Layla Farnum, WVCA’s communication and external affairs director Joseph Pillittere, STEM teacher Leah Farnum and interim elementary school principal Beth Weaver.
grateful to the West Valley Cleanup Alliance and the WVCA CARES Program for supporting STEM learning in our school community,” said Leah
Farnum, Pre-K- 5 Grade STEM Teacher. “These STEM Engagement Nights will give our students opportunities to explore, create, and problem-solve
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Cantata Choir of the Foothills has a new director for Christmas concerts SALAMANCA — The Foothills Christmas Cantata Choir will showcase a new conductor this holiday season.
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Church of Ellicottville, 51 Elizabeth St., for the second rehearsal. Area adult musicians are invited to join in the group of about 40 singers. There will also be a junior choir for elementary/ junior high age children.
Annette Ieda, the director for the past 13 years, will be unable to lead the group due to upcoming knee surgery. Long-standing Cantata Pead has been working Choir member Ernest Pead on writing and arranging eagerly stepped in to help Christmas music for out. the group for the past two years. His recent Both concerts will be retirement gave him the held Sunday, Dec. 13, at 3 time to finish the project, p.m. at Riverside Chapel, and he is planning to 134 Broad St. in Salamanca present it to the choir at and at 7 p.m. at the Holy their first rehearsal. Name of Mary Church in Ellicottville. There are eight rehearsals planned to As in the past, master this collection of rehearsals will alternate lessons and carols which between locations, starting tell the story of the coming at the Riverside Chapel at and the birth of Jesus 1:15 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, Christ. The origins of the and going to the United music range from the Page 5
12th to 21st centuries and include pieces for a brass choir, accompaniments for string players, recorder or flute, guitar, piano, organ, harp, and even a tambourine. Since there are no auditions, the Cantata Choir committee needs to know the participants’ availability. Call one of the committee members to register or just show up at the first rehearsal with your enthusiasm and musicianship ready to serve God and the community this Christmas season. Committee Members to contact are Ernie Pead, (716) 392-0045; Nancy Rogan, (585) 403-1219; Wendy O’Neil Hill, (716) 397-9454; or Annette Ieda, (716) 912-3512. July 2, 2026
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• Furniture: Cover or store furniture to protect it from the elements. Covering it with weatherproof covers can be adequate if storing items indoors is not possible. • Deep clean: Items that will be covered or stored should be thoroughly cleaned prior to being removed from spaces for the season. Lingering dirt and moisture can cause damage. • Insulate and drain: Don’t risk damage to pipes, which can freeze and crack in the cold. Shut off the water supply to exterior faucets and drain water lines to prevent pipes from freezing and bursting. Use foam pipe insulation to prevent freezing and cover any exposed pipes. • Apply mulch: After cleaning up garden debris, think about applying mulch to garden beds and cover tender plants to protect them from the weather.
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