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Silver CreekIrving Heritage Fund Awards Grants DUNKIRK, NY – The Silver Creek-Irving Heritage Fund (SCIHF) recently awarded community grants to two local organizations. Anderson Lee-Library received a $3,400 grant to purchase approximately 250 new books to update the Junior Nonfiction book collection. A $600 grant was awarded to the Village of Silver Creek to support the 2022 Music in the Park concert series. The 6-concert music series will begin on June 14, 2022. The SCIHF, a Community Donor Advised Fund of the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation, provides grants to support new community initiatives, leadership development, and other charitable programs that address the most pressing issues within the Silver Creek-Irving community. Their mo o is “Remembering Our Past – Securing Our Future.” As an endowed fund, the SCHIF will continue to make grants in perpetuity. The fund was established by community residents and others interested in enhancing the Silver Creek-Irving community. Contributions may be made to the fund in any amount and at any time. The deadline to submit applications for grants from the SCIHF is September 20 of each year.
For more information, to apply for a grant, or to contribute to the fund, visit h ps:// w w w.nccfou ndat ion.org/ scihf or contact the NCCF or any SCHIF commi ee member. SCIHF committee members include Maureen Morabito, Donna Roof, Kathy Tampio, and Vincent Tampio. Community members interested in serving on the commi ee can reach out to any commi ee member for more information. Since its incorporation in 1986, the NCCF has invested more than $17 million in northern Chautauqua County through strategic grantmaking, targeted scholarships, and leadership and community collaborations. The NCCF is a tax-exempt charitable organization inherently commi ed to enhancing the northern Chautauqua community and encouraging local philanthropy. As a Nationally Accredited Community Foundation, the NCCF has proven compliance with the National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations, demonstrating integrity, equity, accountability, transparency, and effectiveness in meeting the needs of their community. For more information on the NCCF, visit www.nccfoundation.org or call 716-366-4892.
Opera House Cinema Series Presents Dear Evan Hansen FREDONIA – The next fi lm in the 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center Cinema Series is the feature fi lm adaptation of the Broadway blockbuster “Dear Evan Hansen.” It will be screened this Sat., Nov. 13, and Tues., Nov. 16, at 7:30 p.m. Thanks to an anonymous donor, the fi rst 20 SUNY Fredonia students a ending the Saturday screening will be given free admission. Opera House Executive Director Rick Davis notes that “due to the continued high positivity rate of COVID in Chautauqua County, and in accordance with CDC and State guidelines, we are requiring all patrons to wear masks before, during and a er Opera House events.” The breathtaking, generation-defi ning Broadway phenomenon becomes a soaring cinematic event as Tony, Grammy & Emmy Award winner Ben Pla reprises his role as an anxious, isolated high schooler aching for understanding and belonging amid the chaos and cruelty of the social-media age. The fi lm features Grammy winning
songs “You Will Be Found,” “Waving Through a Window,” “For Forever” and “Words Fail,” and stars six-time Oscar nominee Amy Adams, and Oscar winner Julianne Moore. Steve Pond, in The Wrap, calls the fi lm “messy at times and melodramatic at others... but those feel like quibbles given the joy you can fi nd in its best moments. Even if you go in with reservations, even if you don’t succumb to its most extravagant moments, it sneaks up on you. Go ahead, smile or ache or shed a tear – you are not alone.” Be y Jo Tucker, in ReelTalk, says “Pla grabs your heart with words and song. An Oscar nod would not be wrong.” Michael Rechtshaffen, in the Hollywood Reporter, says the fi lm “delivers the right message at precisely the right time.” Rated PG-13 for some thematic material involving suicide, brief strong language and some suggestive references, “Dear Evan Hansen” runs two hours, 17 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 not-for-profit performing arts center with a mission to “present the performing arts for the benefit of our community and region … providing access to artistic diversity … and high quality programming at an affordable price.” It is located in Village Hall in downtown Fredonia. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.fredopera.org.
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Indigenous cancer researcher to give campus presentation FREDONIA – Native American Heritage Month at SUNY Fredonia will feature an address, “Restoring Educational Balance in Pandemic Times using an Indigenous Framework,” by Associate Professor of Oncology Rodney C. Haring, who is director of the Center for Indigenous Cancer Research (CICR) at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. The talk is slated for the Garden at Reed on Tuesday, Nov. 16, from 1 to 2 p.m., at Reed Library on campus. An enrolled member of the Seneca Nation of Indians, Beaver Clan, Dr. Haring also serves in the Office of
Community Outreach and Engagement and the Department of Cancer Prevention & Control, both at Roswell. He applies the traditions and values of the Seneca and Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) people to his work. After graduate school, Haring embarked on a 15-year career as a social worker, serving indigenous communities on health and disparities issues. He has a Ph.D. in Social Work/Social Welfare and a M.S.W., both from the University at Buffalo. CICR was established at Roswell in 2020 to focus on reducing cancer’s impact on
indigenous communities in North America and elsewhere. Indigenous communities face some of the greatest cancer health disparities, higher mortality rates and persistent challenges in health equity. During the month, the library will host displays that recognize Native American graduates of Fredonia Normal School and include Holland Land Company documents, cultural artwork and methods and resources for genealogy research. Haring’s presentation is free and open to the public.
MINI CHEESE BALL BITES Makes 12 Delicious bite-sized morsels, courtesy of “Spectacular Spreads: 50 Amazing Food Spreads for Any Occasion” (Rock Point) by Meagan Brown 8 ounces light cream cheese, sovftened 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 3 tablespoons drained, chopped pimentos 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon paprika Pinch kosher salt Pinch freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup crushed pecans 1/4 cup chopped chives 12 pretzel sticks • I n a large bowl, stir together the cream cheese, cheddar, pimentos, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. • Place the crushed pecans and chives in a small bowl. Set aside. • Roll the cheese mixture into twelve 1-inch balls. Evenly coat each ball with the pecan-chive mixture. Press a pretzel stick into the top of each cheese ball just before serving. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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MAYVILLE, NY – The Chautauqua County Health Department announces several upcoming COVID-19 vaccination clinics. “After rigorous review, scientists and medical experts have deemed COVID-19 vaccination safe and effective for everyone 5 years of age and older,” said Christine Schuyler, County Public Health Director. “Vaccination is the best way to protect our children, friends, and families from COVID-19 infection, and the potentially severe disease, disability and death that the infection can lead to.” The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine has now been authorized for emergency use for children ages 5-11 in a two-dose series. The vaccine for this age group has been formulated specifically for this age group and is a much lower dosage than that of the vaccine approved for those 12 and up. Understanding that many parents are eagerly seeking vaccination for this age group, three large regional clinics are planned for November and December that will target this specific population. Parents may also contact their pediatrician, family health care provider, or pharmacist to inquire about the vaccine. A list of pharmacies that provide the vaccine to this population will be maintained on the County website, chqgov. com, and updated as we become aware of any changes. Clinics for Children Ages 5-11 Clinics listed in this section are only for children ages 5-11, and only the pediatric Pfizer vaccine will be offered. Consent must be provided at the clinic by a parent or legal guardian. Visit chqgov.com to register and print consent forms prior to clinic to speed up clinic operations. Vaccines will be provided for children at no cost. The adult bringing the child to the clinic must present a government-issued ID card. Every person is required to wear a mask. Location: Jamestown Community College Physical Education Building (290 Curtis St. Jamestown, NY) Date/Time: Tuesday, November 9, 4:00 PM-7:00 PM Clinic Type: Indoors Registration Format: Please pre-register at chqgov. com Second Dose: Tuesday, November 30, 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
Location: SUNY Fredonia Steele Hall (280 Central Ave. Fredonia, NY) Date/Time: Saturday, November 13, 1:00 PM-5:00 PM Clinic Type: Indoors Registration Format: Please pre-register at chqgov. com Second Dose: Saturday, December 4, 1:00 PM-5:00 PM Location: Chautauqua Lake Central School Elementary gymnasium Date/Time: Saturday, December 18, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Clinic Type: Indoors Registration Format: Please pre-register at chqgov. com Second Dose: Saturday, January 8, 2022, 10:00 AM2:00 PM Clinics for Anyone Ages 12 and Up Pfizer/BioNTech/Comirnaty, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccine, including booster doses, will be available at all clinics listed below, as long as supplies last. Vaccines will be provided at no cost to participants. Participants must bring proper identification to the clinic and wear a mask. Please bring your vaccine card to all clinics. Dates of prior vaccinations must be entered during the registration process, so have your card ready when pre-registering. Location: SUNY Fredonia Steele Hall (280 Central Ave. Fredonia, NY) Dates/Times: Thursday, November 4, 2:00 PM-6:00 PM Tuesday, November 23, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM Friday, December 3, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM Clinic Type: Indoors Registration Format: Please pre-register at chqgov. com Location: Jamestown Community College Physical Education Building (290 Curtis St. Jamestown, NY) Dates/Times: Wednesday, November 10, 12:00 AM-3:00 PM Monday, November 15, 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Clinic Type: Indoors Registration Format: Please pre-register at chqgov. com Additional clinics will be added to the Chautauqua County Health Department website as they are planned. Please monitor the webpage for the most up-to-date information and to pre-register for clinic events: https://
chqgov.com/public-health/ covid-19-vaccination-clinics. First, second, and third doses, as well as booster shots will be provided to any eligible persons at the time of the clinic. Pfizer is available to anyone ages 12 and up; Moderna is available to anyone ages 18 and up; Johnson & Johnson is available to anyone ages 18 and up. Booster guidance was issued by the FDA and CDC late last week. For individuals who received the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 Vaccines, the CDC issued recommendations for a single booster dose six months or more after initial series for the following individuals: Age 65 years of age and older Age 18 and older who live in long-term care settings Age 18 and older who have underlying medical conditions Age 18 and older who work or live in high-risk settings The CDC has also issued recommendations for a single booster dose for those individuals who previously received a primary dose of the Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccine, at least two months after the administration of the first dose. The booster dose should be given using the same vaccine manufacturer that the person received for the primary series. If the same product used for the primary series is no longer available, or a different COVID-19 vaccine is desired, any FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine can be used for the booster dose, according to FDA and CDC guidance. The FDA and CDC continue to recommend a third dose of mRNA vaccine (Pfi zer/ BioN Tech/Com i rnaty or Moderna) for people with immunocompromising conditions. Residents who have questions about their individual health and whether a vaccine is recommended for them, specifically, may reach out to their healthcare providers in advance of clinic registration. To pre-register for clinics, visit: https://chqgov.com/ public-health/covid-19-vaccination-clinics. Links to register will be added as quickly as web registration forms are approved by New York State. Please continue to monitor the site for new clinic links.
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Chautauqua County Board Of Health To Meet On November 18th MAYVILLE, N.Y.: --The Chautauqua County Board of Health will hold its bimonthly meeting on Thursday, November 18, 2021 at 6 p.m. in the HRC Building, B-14, Basement Level Conference Room, 7 N. Erie St. in Mayville. · Comments received from the public will be accepted as communications, and not read during privilege of the floor. Public comments at the meetings during the privi-
lege of the floor must be made in person. · Anyone not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 must wear a mask and social distance while in the building. Fully vaccinated individuals are encouraged to wear masks while in the building. · Anyone seeking further information or wishing to a¤end this meeting should call the Public Health Director’s Office at 716753-4590.
Sign Up for the Jamestown Holiday Parade The City of Jamestown and Collaborative Children's Solutions present the Jamestown Holiday Parade for 2021! The theme this year is "Jamestown NY, a Diverse Community, Celebrating Holiday Traditions from Around the World!" The Parade is at 6pm, Saturday, December 4. As a partner in this event the Chamber of Commerce is hosting a simple online registration form that can be used by either a group or organization signing up for parade entry, or by a downtown business that may be offering specials for parade day. To sign up for either,
click Register Now, fi ll in your information, and then select which category you are in: parade entry registration or downtown business promotions. There is no cost for either entry. The deadline to enter your parade unit is November 29. The deadline for downtown business promotion entries is November 19. Learn more or register now.
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation Awards $117,287 to Community Organizations DUNKIRK,NY – The Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF) is pleased to announce grant awards from their 2021 Fall Community Benefit Grants Program. The program awards grants biannually to organizations seeking funds to improve and strengthen the northern Chautauqua County region. NCCF's Board of Directors recently approved these grants, totaling $117,287 and benefitting the following 22 local organizations: · Camp Gross, for a water line replacement to restore water to four cabins; · Campus and Community Children’s Center, for equipment for the newly established Infant/Toddler Room at the Dunkirk School 4 Campus; · Cassadaga Lakes Association, for the installment of a surveillance system at Cassadaga Beach; · Chautauqua Children’s Safety Village, for virtual health and safety trainings for north county schools; · Chautauqua County Historical Society, for the restoration of porches at the McClurg Museum; · Chautauqua County Hometown Heroes, for Vet-
erans Memorial display panels and bricks; · Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy, for a conservation campaign to support the purchase of 14 acres along Chautauqua Creek and Lake Erie; · Dunkirk Historical Society, for the installation of waterproof basement flooring to protect the Railroad Display archives; · Dunkirk Public Library, for the Children’s Room ADA compliant ramp installation; · Evergreen Lawn Cemetery, for cemetery tree maintenance; · Forestville Wesleyan Church Neighbor To Neighbor Program, for a Community Care Coordinator; · GLYS of Western New York, to support the creation of Drop-In Centers in Chautauqua County; · Junior Achievement, for north county student programming; · Literacy Volunteers, for educational books and materials; · Mental Health Association, to support north county program expansion; · Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue, for Lake
Erie K9 Dog trainings; · The Resource Center, to establish an employee retention program; · Revitalize Dunkirk, for trash/recycling receptacles; · Sheridan Fire Department, for a Stryker Powered pro-XT ambulance stretcher; · Sinclairville Free Library, to support a community engagement project; · And the YWCA of Jamestown, to support the Supervised Visitation and Safe Exchange Program. NCCF will award the next round of Community Benefit Grants in the Spring. Organizations interested in applying should submit a letter of interest by March 1st, 2022, to be reviewed by the Grants Committee. Current Grants Committee members include Nancy Adams (NCCF President), Jill Casey (committee chair), Ann Eckman, Jody Falkner, Margaret Ferris, Alex Murphy, Rich Ryan, and Kurt Warmbrodt. For more information on grant opportunities and guidelines, please call our office at the number below, or visit our website at www.nccfoundation.org/grants-programs.
Global Banquet slated for Nov. 18 at SUNY Fredonia Lakeshore Humane Society holds “Picture Your Pet With Santa” fundraiser The Lakeshore Humane Society’s “Picture Your Pet With Santa” fundraiser returns Sunday, November 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lakeshore Humane Society Adoption Center, 431 E. Chestnut St. in Dunkirk. Pets’, children’s, and/or families’ photos with Santa
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FREDONIA – The 6th Global Banquet at the State University of New York at Fredonia, which raises money to support international student scholarships, will be held on Thursday, Nov. 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the Williams Center Multipurpose Room. It is open to students, faculty, staff and community members. The buffet style dinner – representative of the home countries of Fredonia’s international students – will include: tabouli salad, seaweed salad, breaded pork chop, bulgogi, vegetable curry, vegetable dumplings, vegetable tempura, tiramisu and assorted beverages. Performances by Fredonia students and a theme basket
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Belt Advancement at The Family Martial Arts Center and Kempo Karate Organization
On Wednesday November 3, 2021, the following Students advanced to the next belt level through The Family Martial Arts Center and the Kempo Karate Organization. Kohai Dani Spaulding (yellow belt), Kohai Ashley Kirkland (yellow belt) and Sempei Jacob Overstreet (brown belt) While building confidence and character skills in their journey, each Student has met several individual challenges which include weapons training, ground defense training, physical
conditioning, hand to hand defensive and offensive training and many other techniques and aspects of the Martial Arts. They have shown a large improvement in their growth and commitment at The Family Martial Arts Center. Congratulations to you and I am so proud of your accomplishments in life and in the Dojo(studio). For more details about The Family Martial Arts Center, please call 716-672-6683 or log onto: www.thefamilymartialartscenter.com.
Photo provided (Above) From left to right: Sensei Jess Sack, Kohai Ashley Kirkland, Kohai Dani Spaulding, Jr Sensei Cameron Matteson and Master Sensei Bill Matteson
Photo provided (LefT)From left to right: Sensei Vern Carpenter, Sensei Jesse Sack, Sempei Jacob Overstreet, Jr. Sensei Cameron Matteson and Master Sensei Bill Matteson.
CHAMBER CORNER The Chamber Makes it Easy for Small Business to Sell Online WRITTEN BY DANIEL J. HEITZENRATER PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
If your small local business is not selling online now is the time to make that happen, and the Chamber of Commerce is here to help. Online sales have skyrocketed in the past two years and are predicted to increase yet again this holiday season. The key for small, local businesses now is to cut through the online noise and get noticed by consumers. Establishing your own sales portal can be expensive and challenging, but the Chamber of Commerce makes it simple and affordable Working with an innovative provider – Shop Where I Live – the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce has established a local marketplace online, where small local businesses can compete with the major retailers. This platform will also help local businesses reach new customers. It works as both an e-commerce sales platform and a marketing platform that will allow small local businesses to contain their costs around online retail and help them reach thousands of high-value customers. If you have considered online retail in the past for your business but found it cost-prohibitive, this new program is exactly what you need. Get your business signed up now. It’s easy! Visit www.ShopLocalCHQ.com and click “Start Selling.” The helpful folks at Shop Where I Live can assist you each step of the way. All it costs is your membership with the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce – starting at $195 annually for the smallest businesses. If your businesses is already on the ShopLocalCHQ platform, please be sure your merchandise is up to date. Add new items to your collection to keep your online storefront fresh and a ract new customers. Businesses can learn more about how easy it is to sell and market online by visiting our website at www.chautauquachamber.org/shoplocalchq or you can call our office at (716) 484-1101 or (716) 366-6200. Mayville Area Holiday Open House is November 12-13 and 19-20 Kickstart your holiday shopping with the Holiday Open House hosted by the Mayville-Chautauqua Community Chamber of Commerce, November 12-13 and November 1920. On these two Fridays and Saturdays you can visit participating local merchants and pick up a special punch card. Get your card punched at each participating business, and then drop it off at your last stop to enter to win prizes donated by each participating business. 26 local businesses are taking part in the Mayville, Chautauqua, and Dewi ville areas. For a full list of participants fi nd the event on Facebook through the Mayville-Chautauqua Community Chamber of Commerce. Sign Up Now for an Experience Mayville Evening with the Chamber! Enjoy an evening in Mayville with the Chamber of Commerce. The Chautauqua County and Mayville-Community Chambers of Commerce invite you to save the date for a double-header evening November 18! Business A¨er Hours with the Chamber will be held from 5-6:30pm at Chautauqua Suites, 215 West Lake Road, Mayville. Business A¨er Hours is a fun social event and is free for two representatives from any Chamber member
business, or just $15 for non-members. Enjoy networking, appetizers, and a cash bar. This Business A¨er Hours event is sponsored by Chautauqua Suites, DFT Communications, Media One Radio Group, OBSERVER, and The Post-Journal. The Mayville-Chautauqua Community Chamber Commi ee will follow up with its annual Awards Dinner starting at 6:30pm at Webb’s Captain’s Table at 115 West Lake Road, Mayville. Advanced registration is required for the dinner by November 11. Masks will be required for all a endees at either event until they are seated to eat or drink. Registration is open now for either or both events. Check out the Chamber’s calendar at www.chautauquachamberorg. Westfield-Barcelona Community Focuses on Holidays A number of community organizations from the Westfield area have come together to organize the Let There Be Light Parade, Saturday, November 20 at 4:30pm. Local organizations interested in participating can fi ll out the entry form available on the Westfield-Barcelona Community Chamber Facebook page. The entry deadline is November 15. All entries must have lights and a team of celebrity judges will determine the winner. Prizes for best entry are sponsored by Grace & Abe’s in Westfield. This event is part of Christmas in the Village, and both are being organized by the Village of Westfield, Village of Westfield Beautification Commi ee, Pa erson Library, Westfield Development Corporation, and the Westfield-Barcelona Community Chamber of Commerce. Chamber Annual Meeting is December 3 The Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors will hold its Annual Meeting at noon, Friday, December 3 at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel in Celoron. This luncheon event will feature presentation of the Pam Lydic Coalition Builder Award, as well as election of board members and officers for the year ahead. You can learn more or register now at www.chamberrsvp.org. The Chamber Annual Meeting is sponsored by Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, DFT Communications, Jamestown Community College,
Chamber Annual Meeting is December 3 DUNKRIK– The Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors will hold its Annual Meeting at noon, Friday, December 3 at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel in Celoron. This luncheon event
will feature presentation of the Pam Lydic Coalition Builder Award, as well as election of board members and officers for the year ahead. You can learn more or register now at www. chamberrsvp.org.
Media One Radio Group, OBSERVER, and The Post-Journal. Tuesday Talks Returns December 14 Save the date now for the return of Tuesday Talks, December 14. Tuesday Talks features information pertinent to all types of businesses in a convenient, hour-long panel discussion held online. Our topic for December 14 is Business Security, with a focus on both physical security steps as well as cybersecurity. Watch our online calendar for additional details.
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Goal met with over 60 percent of SUNY Fredonia students voting in ’20 election FREDONIA – SUNY Fredonia students were squarely on board with the record numbers of Americans who voted in last year’s presidential election. Just over 60 percent of all Fredonia students – a goal set by the campus’ American Democracy Project – voted in the 2020 general election, according to the Institute for Democracy & Higher Education’s National Study of Learning, Voting and Engagement (NSLVE) study compiled at Tufts University. The tally represented a substantial increase – nearly 22 percentage points – over the 2016 general election. logo for American Democracy Project“A thriving democracy requires that
young people participate in civic life and maintain a commitment to political engagement over the long term,” said ADP Chair Angela McGowan-Kirsch. “Student political engagement was important during the 2020 election season. If students had chosen to sit out last year’s election, the decision would have had serious effects on the outcome of the election.” Of nearly 3,200 students who were registered, 2,327 actually voted – a hefty increase of 641 from 2016, when fewer than 950 students went to the polls. Fredonia students raised their voter registration rate to 82.7 percent, compared to 75 percent in 2016. The vot-
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record-breaking numbers in the 2020 election. The average institutional voting rate was 53 percent in 2016. The Fredonia rate was in line with the national rate of 6 of every 10 people of voting age who went to the polls, according to a preliminary Pew Research Center analysis. “ADP wants to thank the Fredonia Democracy Initiative and the League of Women Voters Chautauqua County for helping us register students to vote,” McGowan-Kirsch said. “Thank you to everyone, including faculty, staff, and students, who helped ADP reach its goal of having over 60 percent of Fredonia students vote in the 2020 election.
Transcripts and Exhibits From Independent Investigation Into Former Governor Cuomo Begin to Be Released NEW YORK – The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) today began the rolling release of transcripts and corresponding exhibits from its investigation into sexual harassment allegations against former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. On August 3, 2021, after nearly five months of investigating, the independent investigators appointed by New York Attorney General Letitia James — led by Joon H. Kim and Anne L. Clark — released their report concerning the multiple allegations of sexual harassment by Cuomo. Following the release of the report, multiple district attorneys asked that the OAG refrain from publicly releasing transcripts and other evidence so that their offices could first investigate and determine whether to file criminal
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