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President Biden announces SUNY Fredonia alumna Trini Ross as nominee to serve as U.S. Attorney President Joseph Biden has announced eight nominees to serve as U.S. Attorneys across the country, including State University of New York at Fredonia alumna Trini E. Ross as the U.S. Attorney nominee for the Western District of New York. In making the announcement, the White House noted, “These individuals— many of whom are historic firsts—were chosen for their devotion to enforcing the law, their professionalism, their experience and credentials in this field, their dedication to pursuing equal justice for all, and their commitment to the independence of the Department of Justice.” If confirmed, Ms. Ross would be the first female African American to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Western District of New York. Ms. Ross has served as the Director of Investigations, Legal Division, with the National Science Foundation’s Office of Inspector General since 2018. She has also been an adjunct professor at the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law since 2006. From
1995 to 2018, Ms. Ross was an Assistant United States Attorney for the Western District of New York, where she served as the Senior Litigation Counsel and the Chief of the Anti-Fraud and Corruption Section from 2012 to 2017. She also served as an Assistant Counsel with the Department of Justice’s Office of Professional Responsibility from 2007 to 2009. Ms. Ross was previously a civil litigation associate at Hiscock & Barclay, LLC from 1994 to 1995, and served as an Appellate Court Attorney for the New York State Supreme Court from 1992 to 1994. Ms. Ross received her J.D., cum laude, from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law in 1992, her M.A. from Rutgers University in 1990, and her B.A. in Sociology from the State University of New York at Fredonia in 1988. “SUNY Fredonia is incredibly proud of Trini Ross,” said SUNY Fredonia President Stephen H. Kolison Jr. “Her journey to this nomination is a shining example of how SUNY Fredonia prepares students for success. We look forward to seeing Ms. Ross fill this important
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Photo provided SUNY Fredonia alumna Trini Ross, '88.
role in the Western New York community.” U.S. Senator Charles Schumer released a statement in response to the announcement: “Trini Ross is the consummate Western New Yorker. As a product of local public schools — from Hutch Tech, to Fredonia, to UB Law — Trini Ross rose to become one of the most respected attorneys in Buffalo. I was proud to recommend her for this position, knowing that she will continue her commitment to the highest standards of legal professionalism as the newest United States Attorney. I look forward to moving
her nomination through the Senate.” U.S. Representative Brian Higgins (NY-26) also released a statement applauding President Biden’s nomination of Ross: “President Biden has made a wise choice with the selection of Trini Ross, an experienced attorney and Western New York native, as his nominee for U.S. Attorney for the Western District of New York State, based in Buffalo. Ms. Ross is not only well-qualified, but her nomination is historic as the first Black female to be nominated for this office.”
tion portal at nccfoundation.org/grants-programs and Chautauquagrants.org. The Community Benefit Grants program considers grant proposals from nonprofit organizations twice a year in March and September. The Community Benefit program is made possible through the generosity of community donors who have established or contributed NCCF Community Benefit Funds. Those wishing to contribute to a Community Benefit Fund may do so at nccfoundation.org/ community-funds.
The Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation will accept letters of interest to the Community Benefit Grants program until September 1, 2021. Proposals must efficiently and effectively address identified community needs or encourage new opportunities. Letters seeking eligibility should not exceed two pages in length and should include the following information: A brief project description, including how this project furthers the agency's mission. What the anticipated and measurable impacts of the project are, including the number of people who might benefit, specific community benefits, or both. The total project cost and the specific amount requested. The signature of the Executive Director or President and the name and contact information of the primary person responsible for the proposal. Submit letters of interest to Eileen Ardillo, eardillo@ nccfoundation.org. After a grants committee review, the committee will invite selected organizations to submit full grant applications through the applica-
For additional information on grants programs or how to establish a fund, contact (716) 366-4892 or visit www.nccfoundation.org. Since its incorporation in 1986, the NCCF has invested more than $17 million in northern Chautauqua County through strategic grantmaking, targeted scholarships, and community collaborations. The NCCF is a tax-exempt charitable organization inherently committed to enhancing the northern Chautauqua County community and encouraging local philanthropy.
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Audubon 2021 Nature Photography Contest Entry Deadline is August 31 Jamestown, N.Y.— You have till the end of the month to take a fresh picture or choose one from your collection to enter into the 2021 Nature Photography Contest presented by Audubon Community Nature Center (ACNC) of Jamestown, N.Y. Tuesday, August 31, is the deadline for submitting your photograph that could win $200. Cash prizes of $200 each will be awarded to winners in both the Youth (ages 8 to 18, or still in high school) and Adult (ages 18 or older, or out of high school) divisions in all three categories of: - Fauna – any wild animal, no photos of animals in captivity, such as pets, zoos, or rehab animals - Flora – all plants, fungi, lichens, etc. - Landscapes/Waterscapes – mountains, forests, fields, deserts, etc.; oceans, lakes, ponds, rivers, creeks, etc. The six winning photographs and 12 finalists -- six youth and six adults -- will be displayed indefinitely on
the contest website along with the photographer’s name and city/state/country. ACNC will print the winning photographs to exhibit in the Nature Center, and winners will be named in a news release that is widely distributed, including to their local media, when known. Fine art nature photographer Karen Glosser is judging this year’s competition. Full details of the competition as well as images of previous winners and finalists are at ACNCPhotoContest.com. Audubon Community Nature Center is located at 1600 Riverside Road, one-quarter mile east of Route 62 between Jamestown, N.Y., and Warren, Pa. You can enjoy the grounds, with its six miles of trails, and view Liberty, Audubon’s non-releasable Bald Eagle, dawn to dusk daily, free of charge. The three-story Nature Center building houses interactive displays, a collection of live animals including the new Hellbender
exhibit, the Blue Heron Gift Shop, and winning photographs from the 2020 Nature Photography Contest. Visitors are welcome Mondays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., and Sundays, 1 - 4:30 p.m. Nature Center members enjoy free building admission daily, and building admission is free every Sunday for non-Nature Center members. Face coverings are not required outdoors, but unvaccinated individuals are asked to wear face coverings when inside the Nature Center building. To learn more about Audubon and its many programs, call (716) 5692345, visit AudubonCNC. org, or find Audubon Community Nature Center on Facebook. Audubon Community Nature Center builds and nurtures connections between people and nature by providing positive outdoor experiences, opportunities to learn about and understand the natural world, and knowledge to act in environmentally responsible ways.
Photo provided Six winners will each receive $200 prizes for their entries in Audubon Community Nature Center’s 2021 Nature Photography Contest that closes at the end of the month. Lily Mullett of Gillett, Wis., was a previous Youth Winner with her photograph “Vibrant Dahlia.”
COUNTY EXECUTIVE ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF NEW EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Feldmann Appointed as Executive Assistant MAYVILLE, N.Y.: — Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel recently announced the appointment of James Feldmann as his Executive Assistant effective July 27,
2021. Feldmann served as a Field Director for Tom Reed for Congress in 2018, 2019, and 2020, where he managed the campaign offices in Alle-
A R O U N D TO W N Gifts of Love & Hope Charity Event Saturday, August 7, 2021 from Noon till Midnight at Bart's Cove, Dunkirk, NY. Helping the children with cancer of "The Courage of Carly." Very family friendly event from Noon till 7:00pm. Live entertainment, Dup-
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Photo provided Pictured above from left, PJ Wendel, Chautauqua County Executive, and James Feldmann, new Executive Assistant in the Chautauqua County Executive’s Office.
gany, Cattaraugus and Chautauqua Counties. He also served as a Campaign Assistant for George Borrello for State Senate in 2019. Most recently, he served a Manager at Sunset Bay Beach Club in Irving, N.Y. “It is my pleasure to announce James Feldmann as my Executive Assistant,” said Wendel. “He has an extensive background in public relations and his strong leadership and communication skills make him a welcoming addition to my team.” Feldmann fills the vacancy left by former Executive Assistant Daniel Heitzenrater, who resigned in July to become the new President and CEO of the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce. “I am honored to join County Executive Wendel’s team,” said Feldmann. “I look forward to working with County Department Heads, employees and the people of Chautauqua County.” Feldmann graduated from Silver Creek Central School and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in History at the State University of New York at Fredonia. He currently resides in Silver Creek, N.Y.
Dunkirk Fredonia Lions Club Announces First Annual Golf Tournament The Dunkirk Fredonia Lions Club announces its first annual golf tournament to be held Saturday, August 14th at the Vineyards Golf Course in Fredonia. Registration will begin at 8am with a 9am start time. There will be prizes for winning team, longest drives and more. Basket raffles and 50/50 raffles will also be available. The cost is $70 per person and includes: 18 holes of golf with a cart, hotdogs and beverages at the turn, and dinner at the course catered by Super Duper Catering.
For added fun there will be a hole-in-one contest with a winning prize of a new car sponsored by Basil Family Dealership in Fredonia. There are also opportunities for tee signage, raffle donations, and sponsorship. To register your foursome or for more information contact: Marty Klemann 716-4103720 or email at: mtk33c@ yahoo.com. The money raised will be used by the Dunkirk Fredonia Lions club to support their work in the community. The Lions Club endeavors to be of service in the
local area by helping with eyeglass and hearing aid financial help for those who cannot afford such, maintaining a durable medical equipment loan closet with items such as wheelchairs and walkers for those in need, contributing to local food pantries, sponsoring an annual coat drive, awarding scholarships for high school seniors, and more. The club is always looking for new members and invite interested persons to call 672-8509 for membership information.
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United Arts Appeal 2021 Fund Drive Closes August 31
JAMESTOWN, NY “Residents and businesses throughout Chautauqua County benefit from the positive impact the arts have on children’s academic success, the region’s economic well-being, and our quality of life,” said United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County (UAA) President Julie Newell. Newell is encouraging local businesses and individuals to support the UAA’s 2021 fund drive before it closes at the end of the month. “Our members are eagerly planning to fully resume the in-person classes, rehearsals, and performances that are so important but that couldn’t happen during the oworst of the COVID pandemic,” Newell said. “We’re lcounting on the community to help us make all this possible.” Contributions to the lUnited Arts Appeal support nthese member organizations: Chautauqua Regional lYouth Ballet, Community Music Project, 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center, Infinity Visual land Performing Arts, Lupcille Ball Little Theatre of Jamestown, and Western New York Chamber Orchestra. Member offerings range from classes and performance opportunities for all ages in music, art, dance, and theater, to presentations of concerts, plays, dance, and films, from classical to contemporary. The UAA also awards grants for arts projects to individual artists and non-profit organizations through its Projects Pool Grants Program. To be recognized during the 2021-2022 arts season, contributions must be made by Tuesday, August 31, with checks payable to the United Arts Appeal and mailed to P. O. Box 754, Jamestown, NY 14702. The United Arts Appeal
recognizes its supporters in numerous ways. Every contributor is listed on the UAA’s website as well as the websites of all the member organizations. With the return of in-person presentations, donors will be named in their printed programs. Additional acknowledgments can include links to the donor’s website, being featured on posters in the lobbies of the Lucille Ball Little Theatre of Jamestown and the 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center, free cinema admissions, being named in news releases, and more. To learn all the benefits available to contributors to the United Arts Appeal, visit “Support UAA” at UnitedArtsAppeal.org. The United Arts Appeal has received significant support from Chautauqua County, the Jessie Smith Darrah Fund, and the Hultquist and Holmberg Foundations this year. Major contributors to the UAA’s 2021 fund drive to date are Patrons Phin and Sara DeMink, Lyndon and Melanie Gritters, Mark and Donna Hampton, Richard Turner Jr. and Terry Havens-Turner, and Dr. Bruce Rockwell. Special Gifts have been given by M. L. Feather, Jamestown Roofing, Lake Shore Savings Bank, Lissa and Sherwood VanDewark, and Wegmans. Donors are John and Elaine Sherwood. For a complete list of contributors, see BRAVO! at unitedartsappeal.org. To learn more about the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County, visit UnitedArtsAppeal.org. Businesses and individuals who want to strengthen the arts in Chautauqua County can send their contribution to the United Arts Appeal, P. O. Box 754, Jamestown, NY 14702.
Attorney General James Urges Facebook to Combat COVID-19 Vaccine Disinformation in Latino Communities
AG James Leads Coalition of Advocates in Highlighting Concerns Over Vaccine Discrepancies Among Latino Community NEW YORK — New York Attorney General Letitia James today continued the fight against disinformation that has been amplified on social media platforms during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Leading a coalition of advocates in the Latino community, Attorney General James today sent a letter to Facebook, urging the company to address and dispel harmful and inaccurate myths about the virus and the available vaccines, which has resulted in vaccine hesitancy among Facebook users. The Latino community, in particular, has been targeted by inaccurate information about the vaccine, which has led to vaccination rates nearly 45 percent lower than some other ethnic groups. Vaccine hesitancy is even higher among individuals who primarily speak Spanish. “As COVID-19 continues to spread across the nation and unvaccinated communities, particularly the Latino community, see the worst of the disease, Facebook and other powerful social media companies must choose lives over profits and take real action to combat the spread of destructive lies,” said Attorney General James. “As we near the fall and more New Yorkers begin to move to indoor activities again, it is vital that we encourage those who have not yet been vaccinated to take that step. But the constant barrage of inaccurate information being shared on Facebook has led to vaccination rates in the Latino community barely surpassing 15 percent. Neither language nor ethnicity should be a barrier to receiving accurate information about life-saving medical care. We’re calling on Facebook to take responsibility for its role in allowing these dangerous lies to continue to spread, and to do more to combat this disinformation. We must encourage all, especially our most vulnerable communities, to get vaccinated.” In today’s letter, Attorney General James leads the coalition of advocates in asserting that low vaccination rates, specifically in the Latino community, are due to misinformation circulating on social media, particularly on Facebook. They write, “Misinformation is undermining the country’s
efforts to end the pandemic and exacerbating racial disparities in COVID-19 vaccination rates. People are using social media platforms to disseminate not only misinformation but disinformation about vaccines, encouraging vaccine hesitancy among Americans. As new virus variants emerge and infection rates begin to rise again, it is critically important that social media companies take stronger action to combat misinformation and encourage vulnerable communities to get vaccinated.” Specifically, Attorney General James and the coalition note, false information — much of which is written in Spanish — has circulated across the Latino community. This direct targeting of Latino and other Spanish-speaking communities has led to vaccination rates that remain extremely low. A little more than 15 percent of those who identify as Latino have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, compared to nearly 60 percent of white, non-Hispanic people. A recent study found that over half of those who identify as Latino who have not yet been vaccinated are concerned about the vaccines’ safety and efficacy; among Spanish-speaking people, this number increases to 67 percent. Further, according to one study, Facebook is more likely to flag and place a warning label on false information in English than the same information in Spanish. This has helped contribute to the fact that nearly 40 percent of Latino respondents said they had been exposed to material that led them to believe the COVID-19 vaccines are neither safe nor effective. Attorney General James and the coalition are calling on Facebook to do more to stop the spread of false and inaccurate information about COVID-19 and the available vaccines that target the Latino community. Specifically, they request that Facebook share its policies and procedures regarding misinformation targeted towards the Latino community, including what tools Facebook uses to monitor Spanish-language and Latino-targeted misinformation regarding the COVID-19 virus and vaccines across its platforms, including on
WhatsApp and Instagram. The letter also requests information regarding any initiatives that Facebook has underway to amplify evidence-based and scientifically-accurate material to Latino users. Joining Attorney General James in sending today’s letter are the advocacy groups Bronx Chamber of Commerce; Capital District Latinos; Dominican Women's Development Center; El Puente; Emerald Isle Immigration Center; Good Old Lower East Side, Inc.; Health and Welfare Council of Long Island; Hispanic Federation; Ibero Rochester; Make the Road New York; Mixteca Organization, Inc.; Mohawk Valley Latino Association; New York Communities for Change; New York Immigration Coalition; OLA of Eastern Long Island; R.A.I.N. Home Attendant Services, Inc.; Salvadoran American Chamber of Commerce; Spanish Action League of Onondaga County, Inc. – La Liga; Spanish Speaking Eldery Council-RAICES, Inc.; St. Ann's Corner of Harm Reduction; UPROSE; and Urban Health Plan. “Information is power and the truth is that vaccines are widely proven to be safe and effective by the scientific community,” said U.S. Representative Nydia M. Velázquez (NY-07). “We must, however, understand that vaccine hesitancy is real and especially prevalent among Latinos. It is our responsibility to ensure that people are making the decision to get vaccinated based on facts, not disinformation. That’s why I’m proud to support Attorney General James’ effort to hold Facebook accountable to root out disinformation and myths around the vaccine. As the Delta variant surges, getting vaccinated could not be more critical.” “As New York became the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic, we learned the value of trusting science and public health officials to guide our recovery from the worst depths of the pandemic to our recovery and rebuilding,” said U.S. Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13). “Since the early days of the pandemic, social me-
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dia platforms have been used to spread false, incorrect, or incomplete information with ruthless efficiency unabated. Minority communities were hardest hit by the virus and our communities were inundated with misleading information that undoubtedly led to higher rates of infection, greater uncertainty and vaccine hesitancy, and, ultimately, the tragic loss of life that could have been prevented. We have made tremendous progress in stopping the spread of COVID-19 and must ensure that the communities most severely and disproportionately impacted by the virus are not the targets of yet further scams and fraud. I am proud to join Attorney General James today to demand greater accountability from Facebook and other tech giants to help debunk myths and stop the spread of misinformation, and ensure our communities have access to reliable and accurate information as quickly as it becomes available.” “As cases of COVID-19 continue to rise in communities with low vaccination rates, everyone must do their part to fight vaccine misinformation, including social media platforms where misinformation is rampant,” said U.S. Representative Ritchie Torres (NY-15). “Misinformation and conspiracy theories about the COVID-19 vaccine must be stopped in their tracks so that Latinos can have access to accurate information about the shot. I applaud Attorney General James for leading this letter to Facebook in the hopes that the company will take the necessary steps to flag misinformation and provide Latinos and Spanish-language users with helpful tools that can improve vaccination rates in those communities.” This matter was handled by Policy Analyst Melanie Weniger, Senior Policy Counsel Jarret Hova, Senior Advisor and Special Counsel M. Umair Khan, Bureau of Internet and Technology (BIT) Chief Kim Berger, BIT Deputy Chief Clark Russell, and BIT Summer Intern Spencer Hamersmith — all under the supervision of First Deputy Attorney General Jennifer Levy.
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Luca S. Calanni Foundation Approves Additional $14,000 in 2021 Q1 Grants The Luca S. Calanni Foundation (Live Like Luca) is pleased to announce the approval of grants to local organizations this month in excess of $14,000. “We are so pleased that so much good has come from this tragedy” said Ashley Calanni, Lucas’s mother. “We smile at the fact that many children will be able to enjoy experiences this summer that would not have been possible without this foundation”. Grants were made to Hilbert College Basketball Camp, Catching Dreams Charters, St. Francis High School Basketball Camp, The WNY Section PGA, The First Tee of WNY, Northern Chautauqua Catholic School Basketball Camp, and Lakeview Athletics Soccer. These grants will fund sports and camp experiences this summer and fall for over 75 children in the WNY
region. “The Calanni family would like to thank the many individuals and businesses that have helped keep Luca’s memory alive and made the Luca S. Calanni Foundation possible” said Roger Calanni, Luca’s father. Luca Calanni passed on January 11th, 2020, from flu related complications at the age of 11. In less than one year, the Luca S. Calanni Foundation has made grants exceeding $46,000 benefitting well over 250 local children through various local youth and sports oriented nonprofit organizations in Erie and Chautauqua Counties. Applications for 3Q 2021 grant requests are due no later than Mon., August 16th. The Luca S. Calanni Foundation celebrates the life and legacy of Luca Calanni by following his example of
kindness and caring. Our mission is to help all children experience the joys of participating in sports, camps, the arts and other activities that made Luca’s light shine bright. For more information or to donate visit LiveLikeLuca. com These grants were made possible through Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation’s and generous community-minded donors. The NCCF is committed to improving the community through the promotion of local philanthropy, strategic grantmaking, and community leadership. The organization has distributed over $17 million in the form of grants and scholarships within the community. For more information on applying for grants, call 716-3664892 or visit www.nccfoundation.org.
82nd Annual Westfield Antique Show is August 14 and 15 WESTFIELD, N.Y. - The Annual Westfield Antique Show, sponsored by the Chautauqua County Historical Society, is returning to the village this summer! After being canceled in 2020 due to the COVID 19 pandemic, the annual antique show returns on August 14 and 15 with a wide variety of items available for sale. This year’s Antique Show will be held Saturday, Aug. 14 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Eason Hall (23 Elm St., Westfield, NY). The event will feature antique furniture, dining sets,
glassware, silver, jewelry and much more. Over 20 different dealers will be in attendance. The Westfield Antique Show has its origin dating back to 1938, when Doc and Edis Shelkey organized the first ever event in Westfield. The two were well-known local antique dealers during that era and the event was so well attended they decided to hold it each year. Since then the show has become an annual tradition in Westfield and for the past several decades has been organized by the Chautauqua County Historical Society.
Admission for the Westfield Antique Show is $5 for both days. Free parking is available in the municipal lot on Elm St. (within half a block of Eason Hall). Free street parking is available on all streets surrounding Moore Park (corner of Routes 20 and 394). For more information, including directions, please visit the Antique Show page at the Historical Society’s website, McClurgMuseum. org, or contact the historical society at 716-326-2977 or by email at CCHS@McClurgMuseum.org
More than 1,100 Canisius College Students Named to Dean's/Merit List BUFFALO, N.Y - Canisius College congratulates more than 1,100 students who were named to the spring 2021 Dean's and Merit lists. Dean's List recognitions are awarded to those students who have attained a grade point average of at least 3.50 for the semester and have completed at least four courses of three credits or equivalent. Merit List recognitions are awarded to students who have attained a grade point average of at least 3.25 for the semester and have com-
pleted two courses of three credit hours or the equivalent. Those local students earning academic distinction are: Jessie Farner, of Silver Creek, NY. A member of the Canisius College Class of 2021, Farner is majoring in Animal Behavior Ecology and Conservation and earned a place on the Dean's List. Anna Gullo, of Fredonia, NY. A member of the Canisius College Class of 2021, Gullo is majoring in Psy-
chology and earned a place on the Dean's List. Morgan St. George, of Fredonia, NY. A member of the Canisius College Class of 2021, St.George is majoring in Biology and earned a place on the Dean's List. Marissa Burr, of Fredonia, NY. A member of the Canisius College Class of 2024, Burr is majoring in Childhood Ed 1-6/TESOL K-12 and earned a place on the Dean's List. Makayla McGinty, of Fredonia, NY. A member of the Canisius College Class of 2025, McGinty is majoring in Sports & Exercise Health Care and earned a place on the Dean's List. Noah Radack, of Silver Creek, NY. A member of the Canisius College Class of 2021, Radack is majoring in Accounting and earned a place on the Dean's List. One of 27 Jesuit universities in the nation, Canisius is the premier private university in Western New York. Canisius prepares leaders intelligent, caring, faithful individuals - able to pursue and promote excellence in their professions, their communities and their service to humanity.
BECOMING TOBACCOFREE DURING THE SUMMER STARTS WITH A PHONE CALL
The New York State Smokers' Quitline Encourages tobacco users to take advantage of the summer months to end nicotine dependence The New Year is a popular time for tobacco users to become tobacco-free; however, calling the New York State Smokers' Quitline (Quitline) and changing behaviors can make summertime ideal for making a quit-attempt. Quit Coaches are available to assist New York State residents seven days a week at 1-866-NY-QUITS (1-866697-8487) and encourage tobacco users to consider the summer months as an advantageous time to stay tobacco-free. "It is natural to associate the New Year with a 'fresh start,' but summertime in New York State can give tobacco users a boost to successfully become tobacco-free," said Dr. Andrew Hyland, chair of Health Behavior at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and director of the Quitline. "The warm weather and increase of outdoor activities can lessen overall stress and help a smoker stay focused on navigating triggers and sticking to a quit-plan." Highly trained Quit Coaches are available seven days a week beginning at 9 a.m. to empower tobacco users through free, individualized coaching. Most New York State residents also will qualify to receive a free starter supply of stop-smoking medication, such as nicotine patches, nicotine gum or nicotine lozenges. Numerous studies report the
use of coaching with combination medication – such as the patch and gum used simultaneously – as one of the most effective methods to become and stay tobacco-free. The Quitline's Quit Coaches have encountered many examples of tobacco users who achieved success through summer activities, which offer healthy alternatives to smoking. "Hiking is a perfect distraction from smoking. It will help your circulation, too." – Karina "Spend time at the beach, especially if you swim. You can't swim and smoke!" – Kathy "Gardening can offer a calming activity to stay focused." – Darlene "Especially now with so many New Yorkers coming out of quarantine and isolation, this is the perfect time to get outdoors and try new activities to replace smoking." – Lyette While the summer months can offer advantages to successfully become and stay tobacco-free, any day of the year without smoking is a great day for your health and well-being. Free help begins with a simple phone call to 1-866-NY-QUITS. For online support, the nysmokefree.com website features self-help guides and a registration system to access coaching and stop-smoking medication. About the New York State
Smokers' Quitline The New York State Smokers' Quitline is a service of the New York State Department of Health and based at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. It is one of the first and busiest state quitlines in the nation, and has responded to nearly 3 million calls since it began operating in 2000. The Quitline encourages nicotine users to talk with their healthcare professionals and access available Medicaid or health insurance benefits for stop-smoking medications. All New York State residents can call 1-866-NYQUITS (1-866-697-8487) for coaching and resources, free of charge, seven days a week beginning at 9 a.m. Visit www.nysmokefree.com for more information. About Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is a community united by the drive to eliminate cancer's grip on humanity by unlocking its secrets through personalized approaches and unleashing the healing power of hope. Founded by Dr. Roswell Park in 1898, it is the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in Upstate New York. Learn more at www.roswellpark.org, or contact us at 1-800-ROSWELL (1-800-767-9355) or ASKRoswell@roswellpark. org.
STATEMENT FROM THE CITY OF JAMESTOWN HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION ON DOW PARK INCIDENT The City of Jamestown Human Rights Commission denounces the hateful vandalism of the Catherine Harris and Silas Sherman statues in Dow Park discovered on the 4th of July in the City of Jamestown. This racist, anti-Semitic act is a clear example of white supremacy in our city and must be renounced as loudly and powerfully as possible. The Commission is disappointed by the repeated malicious activity that has happened in Dow Park in recent months. The looting of the Underground Railroad Tableau in May of this year was reprehensible, and this vandalism has made it clear that there is a racist narrative that is becoming more prevalent in our area. Catherine Harris, Silas Sherman, and many other individuals from Jamestown and the surrounding county, shared an active role in the Underground Railroad. These activists dedicated their time, money, and opened up their homes to provide aid to people trying to reach freedom. Due to these efforts, it is estimated that about 30,000 people were able to reach Canada. The City of Jamestown has always played a significant role in the fight for justice and equality and this community will not be defined by the defacement of our statues. We refuse to allow these acts to tarnish their importance. We do not want this to be how these statues are recognized and remembered by the world. It is our duty as a community to identify this white
supremacist behavior and work tirelessly to obstruct its expression in our neighborhoods. As a Commission, it is our responsibility to acknowledge destructive and hateful acts like those committed in Dow Park, and to ensure that these do not become distinguishing traits of our city. We strive for Jamestown to be known for its strong opposition to any prejudiced, intolerant behavior that does not align with the values of compassion and inclusivity. Anti-Semitism is defined by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) as “a certain perception of Jews, which may be expressed as hatred toward Jews. Rhetorical and physical manifestations of antisemitism are directed toward Jewish or non-Jewish individuals and/ or property, toward Jewish community institutions and religious facilities.” Merriam-Webster’s definition is “hostility toward or discrimination against Jews as a religious, ethnic, or racial group.” Both definitions can be directly applied to the vandalism at Dow Park. The Commission does not hesitate to view these actions as unequivocally anti-Semitic and feel that our leaders should treat them as such. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) is an organization started in 1913 with a mission “to stop the defamation of the Jewish people, and to secure justice and fair treatment to all”. Their main focus is to monitor, track, expose, and respond to antisemitism
around the county. Their Center on Extremism keeps a running list of reported anti-Semitic incidents in the United States. They use this information to compile yearly audits; comparing the number of incidents to past years, dividing them up by state, and even organizing them by certain locations such as schools, business establishments, college campuses, etc. These audits help provide a small glimpse into the hate and animosity that Jewish individuals face throughout their lives. The incident in Dow Park is now on ADL’s tracker and will be a part of their 2021 audit. The Commission wants to emphasize that this act was a hate crime, and that we are in support of identifying the involved individual(s) and prosecuting them to the fullest extent of the law. As Jamestown residents, we are tasked with the obligation to vehemently rebuke any and all expressions of racism, anti-Semitism, and bigotry. These acts do not define who we are as a community and are in direct opposition to the work we do to represent and highlight our city’s diversity at the City of Jamestown Human Rights Commission. The Commission urges anyone who may have information regarding the vandalism or the disappearance of the statues at Dow Park to please contact the Jamestown Police Department at (716) 483-7537. Alternatively, the Department’s tip line is (716) 483-8477. All callers can choose to remain completely anonymous.
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Opera House Cinema Series Presents The Truffle Hunters Fredonia – The next film in the 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center Cinema Series is the documentary “The Truffle Hunters.” It will be screened this Sat., July 31, and Tues., Aug. 3, at 7:30 p.m. Opera House Executive Director Rick Davis notes that “in accordance with State guidelines, all COVID restrictions have been lifted for the Opera House, EXCEPT that unvaccinated individuals are required to follow CDC guidance, which calls for masks to be worn at indoor events and social distance to be maintained.” He adds that “any individual can, of course, choose to wear a mask at his/her own discretion AND that these guidelines are subject
to change should circumstances dictate.” Deep in the forests of Piedmont, Italy, a handful of men, 70 or 80 years young, hunt for the rare and expensive white Alba truffle – which to date has resisted all of modern science’s efforts at cultivation. They’re guided by a secret culture and training passed down through the generations, as well as by the noses of their cherished and expertly-trained dogs. They live a simpler, slower way of life, in harmony with their loyal animals and their picture-perfect land, seemingly straight out of a fairy tale. They’re untethered to cell phone screens or the Internet, opting instead to make their food and drink by hand and prioritizing in-person
connections and community. David Rooney, in the Hollywood Reporter, calls the film “Gorgeous. Unique. Delightful. Visual Poetry. A fascinating glimpse inside a world of arcane knowledge and the luxury market that feeds off it. A constant feast for the eyes and a nourishment for the soul, giving the illusion of a journey back in time to a pre-technology age of simpler pleasures.” Ann Hornaday, in the Washington Post, calls it an “endearing, thoroughly entertaining movie (that) might be what we all need right now: An invitation to stop and smell the roses – or, if you’re lucky, their far less showy fungal cousins.” Pete Bradshaw, in The Guardian, says
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“it’s a film to leave you with a smile on your face.” Unrated, “The Truffle Hunters” runs one hour, 24 minutes. Tickets are available at the door for $7 (adults), $6.50 (seniors & Opera House members) and $5 (students) the night of each screening. A book of 10 movie passes is available for $60 at the door or online at www.fredopera. org. For more information, call the Opera House Box Office at 716-679-1891. The
Opera House Cinema Series is sponsored by Lake Shore Savings Bank. The Opera House is equipped with individualized closed captioning eyeglasses for the deaf as well as with assistive listening headsets for the hearing-impaired. Simply request one from any usher or Opera House staff member. The 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center is a member-supported
To a wonderful son, daddy, grandson, brother, and friend, Justin Matteson. Happy heavenly birthday. We love and miss him so much. 8/08/89 -1/05/19
Make Your Voice Heard to Save our Congressional District WRITTEN BY DANIEL J. HEIT- of counties all across the New York State border with ZENRATER PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE CHAUTAU- Pennsylvania from Ripley QUA COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERC to Ithaca, and also extends north through the Finger Congressional district Lakes to cover that region. In lines in New York State are years past, similar district about to be redrawn, and lines comprising a sprawlnow is the time to make our ing Southern Tier region, voices heard in the process. were represented by both The New York State IndepenAmory Houghton, a Repubdent Redistricting Commislican, and Stan Lundine, a sion has scheduled a series of Democrat. virtual meetings by region Following the 2000 US and is accepting public tesCensus, New York State lost timony. The public meeting two Congressional Districts. for the Western New York Despite a widespread bipartiregion – which includes san effort that included both Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Houghton and Lundine, and Allegany Counties – is Chautauqua County was set for 2pm, Thursday, Aucarved out in a redistricting gust 12. move that ultimately put Our three-county region us in a north-south district has a somewhat contorted along with Buffalo and Brian history when it comes to Higgins represented the Congressional District county for many years. boundaries. We are curThe Southern Tier disrently part of the 23rd District lines were reinstated trict represented by Tom following the 2010 census, Reed, that covers the tier
and Chautauqua County was once again included in an east-west plan along with the counties to which we remain closely linked in terms of demographics and rural interests. Now we need to wage the battle once more. We know that New York State will lose a Congressional seat due to last year’s census count. Because our incumbent representative has already made it known that he will not seek re-election, the 23rd District of New York may have a bit less clout in the process. That does not mean we shouldn’t have a voice. In fact, it makes it all the more important that our voices be heard. We urge all local residents to speak up. It’s easy to submit testimony in this process. You do not even have to show up for the online meeting. You can submit testimony by visiting the
Independent Redistricting Commission website at https://nyirc.gov/meetings and click “submit testimony without attending a meeting.” Please do so before the regional meeting on August 12. While we are fortunate to have some fine amenities and attractions that put us on par with many larger cities, the fact is that Chautauqua remains a largely rural county. We still have an active agricultural economy as well as small businesses and numerous manufacturing interests. We have far more in common with our neighboring counties, and communities stretching up to the finger lakes and out to Elmira within the current district than we do with the City of Buffalo. Let’s keep our voices strong and active in an effort to save our Congressional District.
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Local Man Helping Children to C.O.P.E. WRITTEN BY MORGAN BONN Local business owner of the Family Martial Arts Center, Bill Matteson, has been working with children for over 23 years throughout various organizations and his business. Through this experience and his own life experience Bill identified a population in our community that is in need of support. Children who have lost a parent due to the consequences of opioid addiction. On January 05, 2019 Bill’s family lost his son Justin Matteson in an overdose. Justin left behind his three children, and while he considers his grandchildren one of the fortunate ones because of their support system he realized not every child has the same opportunities as his grandchildren. With this realization in mind, Bill has set out to create a new organization in Chautauqua, Children of Opioid Parents and Empowerment, or C.O.P.E. The organization’s mission is to bring awareness to the overwhelming facts of drug abuse and overdoses. To focus on children who survive the tragedy of losing a par-
ent to an overdose. Lastly, to inform the children that repeating the cycle does not have to be their path, there is hope. C.O.P.E has developed a multi-pronged approach to serving its members: Social Interaction, Life Coaching, Physical Healing, and Spiritual Healing. The organization will assist with referring children to its partnerships where children can begin in the process of healing through new fun experiences, talking to life coaches as well as ministries, and using resources available such as the Family Martial Arts Center to receive the physical exercise every growing child needs. Bill’s hopes are to provide a foundation of support and healing to C.O.P.E members in Chautauqua County, and eventually expand the program outwards towards other states. Bill encourages any family affected by an opioid addiction to reach out to the organization with questions via cope.foundation19@gmail.com. Visit w w w.c o p e fou nd at ion 19 . com
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2021 CUCURBIT DOWNY MILDEW WARNING BY EMILY REYNOLDS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Cornell Cooperative Extension Vegetable Program warns “Cucurbit Downey Mildew is present in neighboring counties and is expected it to be found soon in Chautauqua County and Pennsylvania.” CDM (cucurbit downy mildew) causes rectangular checkerboarding that stays within the boundaries of veins. Given the current weather patterns, there is high risk that the disease will continue to spread moving on rainstorms. People raising cucumber, melon, pumpkin, and squashshould scout their fields twice a week. Professional growers should be implementing their downy mildew best management practices at this time. Many growers throughout the county have received updates and support for managing downy mildew by subscribing to CCE’s VegEdge Newsletter.
Suspected cases of should be put into a zip seal baggie with a big breath of air or spritz of water and left on the counter overnight to force sporulation. Once sporulating, CDM can be visually confirmed by Cornell Cooperative Extension. Unfortunately, they are not great mitigation options once the plants are infected, specifically for homeowners, as most home remedies and offthe-shelf fungicide products do little to stop an infection. Luckily, resistant varieties are available and are a great choice for planting in homr gardens next year! CCE is looking to collect samples to provide to researchers who are continuing to work on better controls cucurbit downy mildew. Every gardener can help! To learn more about the disease and see photos and tips for identification please visit https:// cdm.ipmpipe.org/. Cornell’s Vegetable specialist are looking to collect a few samples from Chautau-
qua County. If you suspect that you have CDM, please contact us immediately. Home Gardeners should reach out to the Chautauqua County master gardeners at chautauquamg@cornell. edu, 716-664-9502 Ext.224, or email chautauqua@cornell.edu. Vegetable producers may contact the CCE Executive Director at eck47@ cornell.edu, 716-664-9502, Ext. 201 please leave a message including your name, farm location and species affected. We need to track the disease to help protect other farms by knowing where it has moved to and helping you to get your outbreak to stop sporulating. More details, photos and a Reference chart of fungicides used for CDM control, are available on the CCE Website http://chautauqua. cce.cornell.edu/agriculture The Cornell Vegetable Program is one of many programs offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua
Photo provided Cucumber plant photos taken by Cornell Vegetable Specialist Elizabeth Buck. The sporulation photos are under 10x magnification using a hand lens help up to a smartphone.
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4-H members exhibited rabbits ahead of the 4-H UnFair Dunkirk, N.Y.— The Chautauqua County 4-H Rabbit Project held their show as a part of the 4-H “UnFair” on Sunday, July 18th, 2021 at the Chautauqua County Fairgrounds. This year Paula Murdock from Sherman, NY judged the breed classes and Cale Kunick from Centerville, PA evaluated showmanship classes. The top placings in the Junior Showman class were Katie King, Everett LeBarron and Alexis Cross. First Year project members placed as follows: Corinne Covert, Lydia Cross, Gavin LeBarron, Johnathan Coblentz, Kiley Jones, and Eddie Light. Cloverbud participants were Ida Jones, Harrison LeBarron, Onna Warner, Violet Walker, and Madison Griswold. The Champion Senior Showman was Luisa Smith followed by Maggie King, Jack Ewing, Christopher King, Matt Brown, and Lexus Eschenbach. Receiving the honor of Best of Show was Lexus Eschenbach with her English Lop. Reserve Best of Show was Madison Griswold with her Polish. Everett LeBarron received honorable mention. Rabbit Breed Winners are as follows: American Fuzzy Lop – Alexis Cross Brit- Matthew Brown
Dutch – Violet Walker English Lop - Lexus Eschenbach Flemish Giant – Kiley Jones French Lop – Corinne Covert French Lop – Best Opposite – Alexis Cross Himalayan – Christopher King Holland Lop – Gavin LeBarron Holland Lop – Best Opposite - Katie King Lionhead – Everett LeBarron Mini Lop – Everett LeBarron Mini Lop – Best Opposite – Onna Warner Mini Rex – Matthew Brown Mini Rex – Best Opposite – Lydia Cross Mini Satin – Maggie King Mini Satin – Best Opposite – Maggie King Netherland Dwarf – Lexus Eschenbach Polish – Madison Griswold Polish – Best Opposite – Matthew Brown Tan – Christopher King Best Doe ad Litter – Mini Lop – Jonathan Coblentz The 4-H UnFair has been well supported by the community. Many thanks to Just for Pets, Tractor Supply Lakewood, Paula Murdock, Bridgeview One-Stop for sponsoring awards and
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The volunteer Rabbit Project Committee who worked to host the show should not go without recognition. Chairperson Becky King and committee members Kim Chapman, Laura LeBarron, Shari and Alyssa Graziano, Cassie Skal, Emily DeGolier, Tessa Warner, Beth Southworth, and Jen Light planned the show, secured judges, awards, organized a basket raffle and poster contest. The 4-H Youth Development Program is one of many programs offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County (CCE-Chautauqua). CCE-Chautauqua is a community based educational organization, affiliated with Cornell University, Chautauqua County Government, the NYS SUNY system, and the federal government through the United States Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture. For more information, call 716664-9502 or visit our website at www.cce.cornell.edu/ chautauqua. Cornell University Cooperative Extension provides equal program and employment opportunities.