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By Deb Everts
New Year’s Eve at Holiday Valley is a spectacular celebration that includes a family-friendly party at the main lodge, a Groomer Parade and a Torchlight Parade on Cindy’s Run, and fireworks.
Chase away the winter blues and share some good times with family and friends at many winter events offered in the village, as well as at Holiday Valley and HoliMont ski resorts. Start the new year out by participating in Holiday Valley’s New Year’s Eve celebration that begins Dec. 31 at 9 p.m. and continues through Jan. 1 at 1 a.m. Marketing Director Jane Eshbaugh said it will be a family-friendly party
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The past 12 months in Ellicottville have been busy, making 2018 one memorable year for local government, organizations, businesses, athletes, schools and public figures alike. Although the many events neighbors and visitors experience every year were still as well attended as ever, the area saw dozens of new, different or noteworthy moments. As Ellicottville continues to establish itself as the place to be all year round, here are some of the most memorable news items from 2018. Happy New Year!
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ECS SPORTS & NEWS Tapestry tops ECS boys; girls edge Clymer
Reflections on Christmas by an ECS student
By Louisa Benatovich, Student Reporter
Photos by Jerry Trass Ellicottville’s Wyatt Chudy (24) fights for the ball on the floor with Tapestry’s Dorian Plummer (0) during a Friday night boys basketball game in Ellicottville.
Dorian Plummer led Tapestry (6-2) with 22 points and Shane Cerone added 15 and Kaleb Thompson scored 11 Friday as the Buffalo-based charter school rolled to a boys basketball victory over Ellicottville. Tapestry, a Section 6 Class C champion last season, won 67-24. Leif Jimerson
scored seven points to lead Ellicottville (3-4). The Eagles trailed by six after the first quarter, 15-9, but Tapestry built a 19-point lead by halftime and 25 points after three quarters.
AT ELLICOTTVILLE Tapestry Charter (67) Plummer 9 3-3 22, Johnson 3 0-0 6, McDade 0 1-2 1, Bell 3 5-6 12, Cerone 6 0-0 15, Thompson 5 1-1 11. Totals: 26 10-12 67. Ellicottville (24) Jimerson 3 1-1 7, Logel 1 0-2 2, C. Rowland 2 1-3 5, S. Rowland 1 0-0 2, W. Chudy 2 0-0 4, J. Grinols 2 0-2 4. Totals: 11 2-8 24. Tapestry 15 32 46 67 Ellicottville 9 13 21 24 Three-point goals: Tapestry 5 (Plummer, Bell, Cerone 3), Ellicottville 0. Total fouls: Tapestry 14, Ellicottville 8. Fouled out: McDade (TC). JV: Tapestry, 50-39. GIRLS BASKETBALL Ellicottville 40, Clymer 29 CLYMER — Linnea Jimerson racked up 16 points, 10 rebounds and four steals as Ellicottville avenged a season-opening 40-28 loss Wednesday. Also for the Eagles, Makenna Smith tallied 10 points and five steals, and Sierra Maybee grabbed six boards. For Clymer (2-6), Hannah King had 11 points and five steals. Arden Hepler pulled down seven rebounds. The Eagles lost to Clymer by nearly the same score, 40-28, on opening night Nov. 27. Now at 3-4 with back-to-back victories, Ellicottville plays Franklinville on Thursday, Jan. 3, to open CCAA East II division play. AT CLYMER Ellicottville (40) Smith 3 3-4 10, Ruiz 2 2-6 8, Jimerson 5 6-8 16, Maybee 2 0-0 4, Nuzzo 0 0-2 0, Earley 1 0-0 2, Chapman 0 0-2 0. Totals: 13 11-22 40. Clymer (29) King 5 1-2 11, Linton 1 0-0 2, Kuno 1 0-0 2, Covey 1 0-0 3, Brumagin 0 0-2 0, Honey 1 2-2 4, Wiggers 1 0-0 3, Hepler 2 0-0 4. Totals: 12 3-6 29. Ellicottville 7 19 30 40 Tapestry 7 10 20 29 Three-point goals: Ellicottville 3 (Ruiz 2, Smith); Clymer 2 (Covey, Wiggers). Total fouls: Ellicottville 12, Clymer 16. Fouled out: None. JV: Clymer won.
ECS SPORTS SCHEDULE Saturday, Dec. 29 (IAABO Small School Tournament) V Boys Basketball: vs. Portville, at St. Bonaventure, 2:30 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 30 (IAABO Small School Tournament) V Boys Basketball: vs. Salamanca or Franklinville, at St. Bonaventure, 12:45 or 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 2 Ski: at Holiday Valley, 6 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 3 JV & V Girls Basketball: vs. Franklinville, 6 & 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 4 JV & V Boys Basketball: vs. Franklinville, 6 & 7:30 p.m.
I know what Christmas is supposed to be like: a real evergreen tree, lots of gifts and loud family camping out in all corners of a suburban two-story house. It’s shouted at us in all the movies: Christmas is supposed to be a joyous distraction from life’s faults and difficulty. And it is… most of time. But what happens when the holidays amplify the empty holes in life? What happens when Christmas draws attention to all that we don’t have? I say we change its definition. Christmas can be anything. It can be a drink with strangeras at an airport bar. It can be a trip to the church at midday.
It can be alone, with parents, with just mom or just dad. It can be ham, turkey, or Chinese food. It can be an artificial tree with lights or a real tree with baubles. Heck, Christmas doesn’t even have to be on the 25th. Everyone I have ever met interprets Christmas
in their own way, whether they’re Christian or not. It’s enjoyable to feel the good-nature that emanates from every home, from every light in
every window. There isn’t a formula for a good Christmas, no recipe for perfection. I’m old enough now that I don’t wake up at 5 a.m., I don’t make Christmas lists and I don’t watch “A Christmas Story.” I just stockpile traditions, because to me, that’s the beauty of a day like this. As Christmas thrusts us into the New Year, afraid and unprepared, I begin to wonder if these days really matter. Then, I watch “Love, Actually” all over again and I believe. Any day can be special. We’re all human, and we all have the right to choose how a simple day will make us feel. Merry Christmas, Ellicottville, and a Happy New Year!
Maren Bush is the new elementary principal at ECS By Deb Everts A new principal is at the helm of the Ellicottville Elementary School. Maren Bush started her dual position as Elementary Principal/Director of Curriculum on Dec. 3. Bush was appointed to the position upon the recommendation of Robert Miller, Superintendent of Schools, at a board of education meeting held Nov. 6. The appointment came after William Delity, who was appointed Aug. 14, stepped down after holding the position for a short time. Richard Schaefer has been serving as Interim Elementary Principal since October 10. According to Bush, this is her first year at Ellicottville Central School District. Before her new appointment as principal and curriculum director, she has worked at Allegany/Limestone School District as a speech language pathologist for 15 years. In addition to her primary role in education, she has also worked parttime in outpatient clinics, hospitals, nursing homes and was an independent contractor providing speech and language services with the Cattaraugus County Youth Bureau’s Children with Special Needs program. “I was a Speech Language Pathologist at Allegany/Limestone, but took a professional leave of absence to complete an extensive administrative internship at Franklinville Central School District this past fall,” she said. “While at Franklinville, I assumed administrative duties and participated on numerous committees. These included the curriculum leadership team, school improvement team, professional development team, safety committee and mental health/trauma team.” Bush said her goal as principal is to support all children in their development of learning and to facilitate success for all. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve the Ellicottville community and
contribute to the outstanding tradition of excellence in which it is known for,” she said. Bush is graduate of the State University of New York (SUNY) at Fredonia where she received both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Speech Language Pathology. She most recently attended the University of Rochester’s Warner School of Education PreK-12 Educational Leadership program. Originally from Olean, Bush is a passionate volunteer with The Pink Pumpkin Project in Allegany, a local, not-for-profit organization which provides emotional and financial support to men and women fighting breast cancer. She volunteers her time throughout the year, however, as her primary role is to coordinate and organize their annual 5K Walk/Run event that is held in Allegany. Bush has been a volunteer head coach for the “Girls on the Run” (GOTR) program for the last three years. The program is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization which incorporates physical activity (running) and social emotional learning for girls in grades 3-5. She said there is a specific curriculum taught by the coaches which covers the core values of GOTR: empowerment, responsibility, intentionality, diversity, connectedness, joy, optimism, gratitude, nurturing, health, openheartedness and compassion. “The culminating celebration is completing a 5k run with a running buddy at the University of Buffalo stadium,” she said. “It’s a wonderful, inspiring program that empowers our girls to be leaders, make healthy choices, give back to the community and embrace their individuality while taking responsibility to help others.” Anyone with questions, comments, suggestions or concerns regarding Ellicottville Elementary should contact Bush at 699-2318, ext. 1601, or email her at mbush@eville.wnyric.org.
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HEALTH & FITNESS:
WINTER IS HERE — DON’T STOP NOW
By Kim Duke Winter has arrived, and for many of us the transition from summer to fall and fall to winter is never easy. You still crave those
warm summer nights and the idea of seeing a temperature below your age is frightening. For those of you struggling to stay motivated to do anything more than
curl up on the couch, exercise in any form can actually help clear your winter blues. Be creative and don’t stop just because the snow has fallen. If you’re a person who loves to exercise outdoors, use the change of weather as a time to try something new and change up your own workout plan. Prepare for winter by buying a package at the local fitness studio or purchase some personal training sessions at the gym. If you’re used to exercising after work or in the evening, try to make adjustments and workout in the morning. At the end of the day, you’re more likely to opt out of exercising if you’re tired and stuck in traffic because of bad weather. Exercising in the morning gets your workout out of the way so you relax at night and get cozy on the couch. Winter weather offers a wide array of fun
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on the main floor of the lodge with a DJ. Afterward, guests will have the perfect view of the Groomer Parade and the Torchlight Parade on Cindy’s Run at 11:15 p.m. Fireworks will follow at 11:45 p.m., with the Grand Finale at midnight. January is Learn a Snowsport Month and half-priced packages will be offered all month long. Eshbaugh said the focus this year is the National Learn to Ski or Snowboard Day Celebration, Jan. 11. It’s a great time to introduce a friend or family member to skiing and riding. Other events taking place in January include New York State Ski and Stay Weekend, Jan. 11-12; Discover NY Ski Day, Jan. 17; and Your Turn Women’s Ski Clinic, Jan. 24-25. Mountain Ski Fest, scheduled for Feb. 8, is a day of skiing, riding, food, drink and good fun. According to Eshbaugh, the event is not new — just the name. “It was called Mountain Man Day last year and was geared more towards men but, this year, the event is open to anybody,” she said. “It’s a day when we encourage people to come down and bring their friends, coworkers, or maybe some corporate guests to kind of network.” The annual Penguin Paddle will be held Feb. 23 when people of all ages will don garbage bags and a helmet, then slip down the slope of Yodler like penguins. The event benefits Holiday Valley’s Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program. Holiday Valley Resort is located at 6557 Holiday Valley Road. To find out more, call (716) 699-2345 or visit online at holidayvalley.com.
with humungous tires that are made for snow. The event is open to everyone and is already a buzz among the biking community. Medals and prizes will be awarded. Register online at bikereg.com. “We are going to have a groomed snow course similar to our cyclocross course, but it will be for fat bikes. There will be three divisions: Men’s, Women’s and Kid’s,” he said. “It’ll be easy and a spectacle to watch. People will be able to see the whole race because it’ll be held at the bottom of Sunset area.” HoliMont Ski Area is located at 6921 Route 242. For information on public skiing, events and rates, visit online at holimont.com or call (716) 699-2320.
HOLIMONT SKI Resort invites the public to their Snowshoe Social on Jan. 12, and the first annual Frosty CX Fat Bike Race & Party, Feb. 23. Marketing Director Greg Culver said anybody can participate in the Snowshoe Social that is a guided trip up to the Lean-To where participants can enjoy a few beverages and snacks, as well as check out the terrain at the top of the hill. According to Culver, HoliMont has a new, non-skiing event called “Frosty CX,” a fat bike race coming Feb. 23. He said a fat bike is a mountain bike
THE ELLICOTTVILLE Chamber of Commerce has several events planned for the winter months. Executive Director Brian McFadden said they are kicking off 2019 with the Winter Blues Weekend. From Jan. 18-20, live performances will take place at various venues and establishments throughout the village and Holiday Valley. Back again for the second year is Ellicottville’s newest music festival, the Winter Music Jam, that will take place Feb. 22-23 at many favorite venues throughout the Village and at Holiday Valley. McFadden said approximately 16 different acts are expected to perform over the weekend offering all different kinds of music for people’s listening pleasure, as opposed to Blues and Jazz. “It’s the weekend after Presidents’ weekend, which is huge in Ellicottville and a sellout,” he said. “Last year, we built this new event for the weekend after which is typically a slower weekend. It turned out to be a success — almost equal to President’s Weekend.” McFadden said all the venues will have music that weekend but, as a reminder, there’s always lots of great live entertainment in Ellicottville. Ellicottville’s last event of the ski season is the Winter Carnival featuring the Mardi Gras Parade, March 8-10. For more information on this and all events, check the chamber’s website at ellicottvilleny. com or call 699-5046.
Take a ski through the woods at the Art Roscoe Ski Touring area with a naturalist starting Jan. 4. Learn about the winter landscape while getting some exercise. All levels welcome. Mini learn-to-ski clinic and tips will be provided. Meet at the Summit Warming Hut
10:30 a.m. to noon on Fridays in January and February. Contact J-Con Parks for ski rentals, 354-9163. The program will be canceled if ski trails are not open. For more information, contact the Environmental Education/Recreation Department at 354-9101 ext. 236 or AlleganySP@parks.ny.gov.
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activities to do that can involve the whole family. Try a new winter sport like ice-skating, skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing or even sledding. Taking up a new activity that has an expiration date can be motivating because, in a couple months, your opportunity will have melted away. Incorporating a new activity in your life is beneficial for you and your family. Take a group ski lesson with some friends or spend an afternoon running through the snow and sledding with your family. Any way to stay active is a good way. An exercise DVD makes it easier to exercise at any time, any season. Research some DVDs online and find the type of exercise you would like to do at home. If you have a limited space, try a Yoga or Pilates DVD because it involves a lot of mat work, which is great
for apartment living. If you have more space, try a full body workout that incorporates strength training and plyometrics. Find what type of workout works for you, in the space that you have available. Many libraries carry exercise DVDs that you can rent out, so call your local library and see what they have available. Research has shown time and again that regular exercise strengthens your immune system so it can fight off bacterial and viral infections. This becomes particularly important in winter when colds and flu rear their ugly heads. When you exercise and get your blood pumping, immune cells circulate through your body more quickly helping them seek and destroy infections. But this boost only lasts for a few hours, so exercise needs to be regular for long-term effects.
And finally, we all know that sunshine seems like a limited commodity during the winter months, so, when you see it enjoy it. Bundle up and get outside. There’s a reason it’s called the sunshine vitamin. While there are a limited number of foods that can provide your body with vitamin D, the easiest source is from exposure of bare skin to sunlight. During summer a short exposure of 10-15 minutes is plenty, but in winter, sunshine can be harder to come by, especially if you are snuggled up indoors. So that’s why it’s very important to get outside, get moving and smile at the sun! Sunshine makes strong bones and keeps your immune system strong. It can also boost positivity, help prevent high blood pressure, diabetes and cancer.
$135K secured to launch program for vets with PTSD, TBI in Cattaraugus County Every day, an average of 22 U.S. military veterans take their own lives. For many, this tragic outcome results from personal battles with post-traumatic stress disorder or a traumatic brain injury. To provide resources to veterans struggling with those types of issues, state Sen. Catharine Young, R-Olean, secured a $135,000 grant in the state budget to create a Cattaraugus County branch of the Pfc. Joseph Dwyer Peer-to-Peer Veterans Support Program, her office announced Friday. Young also secured $185,000 to continue the program in Chautauqua County, where the program has helped veterans since 2015. The Dwyer Program, as it is commonly known, brings veterans together in an anonymous setting to help one another cope with PTSD and TBIs. The Dwyer Program helps veterans in 16 New York counties. The program is open to all veterans, regardless of branch of service, deployment record or official medical designation as suffering from PTSD. The program is operated with six goals in mind: Pursuing outreach and education; Providing peer-to-peer support; Building resiliency among veterans; Encouraging a connection between veterans, their families, friends, and the community; Providing access to suicide prevention/ intervention initiatives; and Fostering an atmosphere of hope. “When veterans return from combat, they often face challenges as they reintegrate into civilian life,” Young said. “Families and friends of returning soldiers, and soldiers who have been home for decades, sometimes find it difficult to understand the demons haunting their loved ones. Personal dialogue with those who have experienced the same struggles has been shown as a highly-effective tool to help those suffering from PTSD and other stress disorders find relief.” Steve McCord, director of the Cattaraugus County Veterans’ Services Agency, said the Dwyer Program will be a welcome addition to the services available to county veterans. He also thanked Young for her ongoing support of veterans. “Anytime we can bring in a new program to help veterans, especially those
struggling with PTSD, it’s a great thing,” he said. “We support this program and we’re extremely excited about bringing it to Cattaraugus County.” According to the Dwyer Program website, since the program began five years ago, not one struggling veteran who has participated has taken their own life. “The Dwyer Program provides a unique veteran-to-veteran approach that connects servicemen and women with those who can relate, so that all involved can draw on their personal experience to cope with PTSD, with the ultimate goal of saving lives,” Young said. “The program is named in memory of Pfc. Joseph Dwyer, a war hero who, despite the support from a loving family, passed away in 2008 from complications with PTSD following his return from service in Iraq.” Cindy Reidy coordinates the Dwyer Program for the Chautauqua County Veterans’ Services Agency. She said an average of 60 veterans participate in the Chautauqua County program each month, and new veterans join the program weekly. “Veterans have their own language, that’s for sure,” she said. “Our job is to give them the space where they can feel safe, make a connection with other veterans and start talking to one another.” She said one veteran who just joined the program had not left his house in nine years other than for doctor’s appointments. His wife encouraged him to attend a Dwyer Program meeting. “Now he comes to all our events,” Reidy said. “He said, ‘I have brothers now.’” First established in Suffolk County as part of the 2012-13 state budget, the Dwyer Program has been used to assist veterans in Chautauqua, Broome, Erie, Niagara, Jefferson, Monroe, Nassau, Onondaga, Orange, Putnam, Rensselaer, Rockland, Saratoga, Dutchess, Suffolk and Westchester counties. Cattaraugus veterans interested in taking part in the program can contact Cattaraugus County Veterans’ Service Agency at cattco.org/veterans or at 7013296. In Chautauqua County, veterans can call Reidy at 661-8447 at her office or via cell phone at 661-8447 for more information. You can also visit the program’s website at dwyerchautauqua. com/ or its Facebook page at facebook. com/DwyerChautauqua/.
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Open Mon-Sat 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Tues/Wed until 8 p.m. Closed Sundays ellicottvillelibrary.org • (716) 699-2842 Photos by Rick Miller Cattaraugus County Sheriff Timothy Whitcomb (right) and school resource officers and others from the Sheriff’s Department loaded up their patrol cars with gifts for 35 families across the county Wednesday morning. Whitcomb helped establish the Santa Sheriff program here several years ago with cooperation from the Department of Social Services and Cattaraugus Community Action.
By Rick Miller Santa Sheriffs gathered last week to pack their patrol cars with bags of gifts for less fortunate families across Cattaraugus County. You could tell were the Santa Sheriffs because they wore red and white Santa hats in place of their uniformed hats. After nights of shopping and then wrapping presents for children and other family members, Sheriff Timothy Whitcomb, school resource officers and others from the Sheriff’s Department checked their lists — twice — and started loading several patrol cars and a transport van. The gifts were wrapped by elves and stored at the former Cattaraugus-Little Valley Elementary School. Patrol cars lined the Thompson Street entrance to the old school awaiting the bags of gifts. The Santa Sheriff Program in Cattaraugus County started in 2004. Whitcomb was undersheriff at the time and helped start a cooperative program involving the Sheriff’s Department, Social Services and the Office of Children and Family Services. Whitcomb’s brother Dana was director of the OCFS facility in Limestone. Cattaraugus Community Action is now involved as well. “In the first year we helped five or six families,” Whitcomb said. “Since then, it’s taken on a life of its own.” School resource officers, Community
Action and Social Services help identify families in need of Christmas help. “The SROs help families in their school districts,” Whitcomb said. This year, according to Lt. Melanie Churakos, the Sheriff’s Department’s Stop DWI coordinator, Santa Sheriff will help 35 families. “The numbers go up and down depending on the number of family members and our donations,” she said. Churakos has been helping with the Santa Sheriff program for four years. This year she is co-chairman with Kim Harrison of the Department of Social Services. After the families to help are selected, they are contacted as to needs and clothing sizes. If the items are among the toys and clothes that have been donated, the list is filled from there. Otherwise, monetary donations are used to buy items locally. The shopping is done at Walmart, Payless Shoes and local grocery stores — Tops, Reid’s Food Barn and Service Stores. Then stores also make donations, Churakos said. “Everything is from Santa,” Churakos said. “We make sure everyone in the household gets a gift.” In addition to gifts for each family member, there is a separate gift of household supplies and personal care products. Each family will also receive a turkey or ham, Churakos said. “It’s an awesome feeling,” Churakos said. “We just made Christmas for these kids.”
Third Tuesday, 3:30 p.m., Parkinson’s Disease Support Group — All are welcome to attend. Jan. 9, 1:30 p.m., Book Club — Discussing the book “Dear God, What’s on the Second Floor” by local author, Wally Holland. Contact Joyce Evans at 474-7679 for more information. New members are always welcome to join this relaxed and informal group. Mondays, 6–8 p.m., Knitting (& Crochet)
Club — All abilities welcome, just bring some yarn and your needles. Tuesdays, 2–3 p.m., Adult Coloring — Join Cathy Lacy for a relaxing, stress-free, creative break in your day. Free program, all supplies provided. Bring out your inner child. Wednesdays, 11 a.m., Storytime HEAP – Home Energy Assistance Program applications are available at the library.
Artwork at the Library — Currently in our gallery area we have oil paintings from Barbara Fox’s beautiful series of waterscapes. Check out these amazing paintings. www. ellicottvillelibrary.org — Check out our website for more information on new arrivals of books, coming events and classes and browse the system catalog for books, eBooks and movies.
‘Long Road to Mercy’ by David Baldacci
FBI agent Atlee Pine is the lone agent assigned to the Shattered Rock, Arizona resident agency, which is responsible for protecting the Grand Canyon. So when one of the Grand Canyon’s mules is found dead at the bottom of the canyon, and its rider is missing, Pine is called in to investigate. It soon seems clear the lost tourist had something more clandestine than sightseeing in mind. But just as Pine begins to put together clues pointing to a terrifying plot, she’s abruptly called off the case. If she disobeys direct orders by continuing to search for the missing man, it will mean the end of her career. But unless Pine keeps working the case and discovers the truth, it could spell the very end of democracy in America as we know it. A perfect blend of action, secrets and conspiracies, this book is currently available at the Ellicottville Memorial Library, including as a large print book or audiobook using the interlibrary loan program. You can download for free as an eBook or eAudiobook version to your device using your library card.
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A Calendar of Events for Ellicottville and Surrounding Communities Dec. 28 Farewell Friday Party at Hulbert Library of the Town of Concord. Say goodbye to the last Friday the library will be open. Mingle with neighbors, enjoy sweet treats and refreshments. Noon to 7 p.m.
Cindy’s Run at 11:15 p.m. and the fireworks at 11:45 with the Grand Finale at midnight. 9 p.m.
Roscoe trails. Rental equipment available at warming hut. Short clinic before. 5 p.m. Jan. 4 Cross Country Ski Tours at Allegany State Park. Ski through woods at Art Roscoe ski area. Mini clinic and tips provided. All levels welcome. Call 3549101 ext. 236. 10:30 a.m.
Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve at HoliMont 7 p.m.
Jan. 1 First Day Hike in Allegany State Park Self-guided, approximately 2.4-mile hike begins at the Summit Warming Hut and follows the scenic ridgeline to Stone Tower before ending back at the warming hut. Weather permitting, snowshoes and trekking poles encouraged. Warm beverages at warming hut after hike. Call 354-9101 ext. 236. 10 a.m.
Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve at Holiday Valley at the Holiday Valley Lodge main floor. Torchlight parade on
Jan. 2 Outdoor Adventure Cross Country Ski and Social at Allegany State Park. Join the Allegany Nordic Ski Patrol on the Art
Jan. 11 & 12 New York State Ski and Stay Weekend Packages available for ski resort visitors. Visit iskiny. com.
Dec. 28 Horse Drawn Wagon Rides at Villaggio in Ellicottville, hosted by Clarkside Stables. 5:30–7:30 p.m.
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Snowmobile clubs to share $153,000 for trail maintenance By Rick Miller
Ten snowmobile clubs with hundreds of miles of snowmobile trails in Cattaraugus County will share almost $10,000 in additional state funding this year. Cattaraugus County lawmakers agreed last week to contracts with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and Cattaraugus County Federation of Snowmobile Clubs Inc. for $153,204 for trail maintenance in the 201819 season. That is up from $144,746 granted to nine snowmobile clubs in the year ending March 31. Howard VanRensselaer, R-Randolph, chairman of the Development and Agriculture Committee, and Vice Chairman David Koch, D-Salamanca, sponsored the resolution. The grants are based on the number of snowmobiles registered by club members and the number of miles of trails the club maintains. The county’s Department of Economic Development, Planning and Tourism helped submit the grant to the state on behalf of the snowmobile clubs. Officials said snowmobilers are a potent force in local economic development as evidenced by the number of snowmobiles parked outside restaurants, bars, stores and gas stations. The snowmobile clubs, the 2017-18 grant, followed by the new grant are: Ashford Snowmobile Club, West Valley — $10,387, $10,812. Elibomwons Inc., Randolph — $26,730, $27,708. Enchanted Mountain
Border Riders Inc., Weston’s Mills — $4,875, $5,040. Franklinville Snow Sled Club Inc., $21,055, $21,828. Portville Snowmobile Club Inc., $11,700, $12,096. ACFS Rushford — $3,024 (2018-19 only). Snowbounders Inc., Cattaraugus — $43,609, $45,348. Southern Tier Snow Drifters Inc., North Collins — $9,113, $9,456. Tri-County Drift Hoppers Inc., Sandusky — $13,000, $13,440. Western New York Snowmobile Club of Boston Inc. — $4,277, $4,452. Other resolutions introduced for immediate consideration at the year-end meeting without formal committee review involved actions such as: Accepting a bid of $84,983 from Johnson Controls, Williamsville, for fire protection improvements at the Sheriff’s Department emergency call center. Hired two part-time building attendants for the county’s Pine’s Nursing Homes in Olean and Machias. Agreeing to participate as a provider in the Cancer Services Program with county health departments in Chautauqua, Allegany and Steuben counties, providing cancer screening and diagnostic services. Extending a contract with the city of Olean for development of a farmers market in Lincoln Park to Dec. 31, 2019. The contract, which began Aug. 1, 2017, calls for a $100,000 county grant and is due to expire Dec. 31. It was extended to Dec. 31, 2019. The city plans to rebid the project soon.
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New textile exhibit opens at Cattaraugus County Museum
Submitted photo A red-bordered “crazy quilt” (center), made by a woman from Otto in the 1890s, is displayed at the Cattaraugus County Museum and Research Library for their new exhibit “Cattaraugus Homespun: A display of textiles.”
A new exhibit, “Cattaraugus Homespun: A display of textiles,” has been opened at the Cattaraugus County Museum and Research Library in Machias. This exhibit focuses on homemade textiles, crafted by and for residents of Cattaraugus County. Featured are examples of quilting, weaving, lacework, crochet and embroidery. Also on display is a large barn loom currently
on loan to the museum by the Leon Historical Society. The exhibit will be on display through May. The Cattaraugus County Museum is located in the Stone House, 9824 Route 16. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Call 353-8200 with any questions, or visit www. cattco.org/museum.
Submitted photo Spinning wheels and a barn loom are on display at the Cattaraugus County Museum and Research Library for their new exhibit “Cattaraugus Homespun: A display of textiles.”
Village Planning Board approves medical office site plan for Park Square By Caitlin Croft Plans for a new medical office at 5 Park Square was approved by the Ellicottville Village Planning Board at its most recent meeting. This would be a proposed firstfloor office with residence on the second floor. A handicap ramp would be built on the east side and exterior exit from the second floor would be added on the west side. This property is in the Village Commercial District bounded by the Village Residential District. There was one issue regarding a side yard setback, which the Village Zoning Board of Appeals granted a variance. The decision was based on several major points. The proposed project is: consistent with the Village Comprehensive Plan; in harmony with the general purposes and intent of this zoning ordinance and complies with all applicable requirements; and compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. The project will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of a natural scenic or historic feature of major significance, alter the essential character of the neighborhood nor be
detrimental to the residents thereof. A Special Use Permit for use in the commercial or industrial district shall only be granted when it is clearly obvious that such use will be harmonious with the area. The size and location of the site are adequate for the use proposed. The proposed project will not unduly increase traffic volumes or unduly affect traffic flow or safety in the vicinity of the site. The proposed project will not generate excessive noise, odor, dust, smoke or vibrations. The Industrial Office/Light Assembly at 5 Park Ave. had been previously used for light manufacturing and there was a question if a special use permit was needed. There was a motion determined there was no change in use, therefore, no permit needed. An application was received for a Special Use Permit for a banquet/event center at the former M&T Bank Building at 3 Washington St. The Open Space Standards have been met, floor to area ratio is in the allowable range and, because it is in the Historical District, it is exempt from parking standards. This is exempt from referral to the County. There would be a new door in
the rear of the building and the previously approved exterior staircase will be changed slightly. The bottom three stairs will go in a different direction and the land will change. This was deemed a complete application and there was a motion to set the Public Hearing for the Jan. 8 meeting. An application was received for a hanging sign at Ava Grace, 24 Washington St. All requirements were met regarding dimension, color and it will be at least 8 feet above the sidewalk. The board approved the sign. At last month’s pre-application meeting, the applicant for work at 74 Elizabeth St. was asked to present a site plan, architectural piece and materials list that complies with all zoning regulations for a proposed residence to obtain a demolition permit. When the time comes that the lot is sold, should the buyer want to tweak the plans, they may come back to the planning board for a site plan modification. The application was received and deemed complete, and the board decided to set the Public Hearing for the Jan. 8 meeting. The next meeting of the Village Planning Board will be on Jan. 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the village hall.
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Cattaraugus, Allegany land banks share over $1.1 million By Rick Miller
Land banks in Cattaraugus and Allegany counties were notified last week by the state Attorney General’s Office of new grants totaling more than $1.1 million. The Cattaraugus County Land Bank will receive $650,000 and Allegany County will get a $500,000 grant. The Cattaraugus County Land Bank is selling more homes to low to moderate income families and demolishing more blighted homes than initially planned, said Daniel Martonis, Cattaraugus County director of Real Property Tax Services and chairman of the Land Bank. Martonis said the Cattaraugus County Land Bank has partnered with Cattaraugus Community Action to help low and moderate income families buy and make improvements to homes the county has foreclosed on. He gave as an example a man with several children who bought a home from the Land Bank for $6,500. Since the individual qualified for Community Action programs, the agency was able to install new windows and a new roof. Homes can also be winterized. “These are OK houses,” Martonis said. “Nothing that’s going to sell for $50,000. On the open market, they might bring from $30,000 to $40,000, but you’d have to put $30,000 to $40,000 more into it.” The Land Bank reviews the list of homes the county plans to foreclose on and makes a list of the homes that are too good to demolish, but not top tier candidates for the county auction. The Land Bank aims to help keep properties in foreclosure to landlords who do not plan to fix them up before renting them out. In the past, some properties sold at
auction ended up on the tax list a few years later. “We’ve got a lot of money left over from the grant,” Martonis said. The initial grant was for $1 million. “We’re looking at next year for houses that should be pulled from the auction to fix up and sell or demolish.” Martonis said of the 30 properties that have been included in the Land Bank program, seven have been rehabbed and the rest are being demolished this winter. “We have the option of selling a property ourselves,” he added. The Land Bank was formed to fight blight across the county. Since much of the housing stock is in Olean, much of the demolition has occurred or will occur in Olean. Besides Olean, other communities where the Land Bank is active include: Little Valley, Mansfield, Franklinville, Carrollton, Lyndon, Machias, Yorkshire, Ashford, Hinsdale and Napoli. After Community Action completes work on a home, the family has to live in the house and it can’t be resold for several years. “We can use it to help keep families in the county,” Martonis explained. “This is not for flipping properties.” Martonis said the Land Bank “needs people to go to the website and fill out an application. It shows all the properties — including ones we’ve bought and demolished. The website is www. cattlandbank.org. “We don’t want these properties to go through another winter,” Martonis said.”That’s why we’re working with Community Action.” Martonis said a demolition can cost around $20,000 unless the home can’t be inspected for asbestos. If it cannot be checked, a whole home demolition process to contain all the debris and ship it to a special landfill can double the cost.
“If a home was built after 1984, we don’t have to worry about asbestos,” Martonis said. It was outlawed in home construction after that date, he said. “We got the $1 million grant two years ago and we’re still working off that grant,” Martonis said. “There’s $100,000 for the Land Bank in the 2019 county budget and now we’ve got another $650,000. We can apply for more at the end of next year.” County lawmakers, he said, “have been fantastic.” Not only are they backing the Land Bank, they are suggesting properties the Land Bank may want to acquire and demolish or rehabilitate. “We see results already,” Martonis said. “Neighbors call to thank us for demolishing blighted properties. The sites of demolished homes are offered for sale to neighbors.” The Land Bank has help from the Office of Real Property Tax Services, the Public Works Department in the form of an engineer to assess the properties, Economic Development and the Treasurer’s Office. “We’re not taking prime properties,” Martonis explained. “There are bad streets in communities where a little work could make it a nice street,” he said. By demolishing a house that can’t be rehabilitated and selling homes that can be rehabilitated will help clean up neighborhoods. “We want to clean up neighborhoods and get properties back on the tax rolls,” Martonis said. The Land Bank faces another problem with socalled “zombie homes,” ones owned by a bank which continues to pay property taxes as the homes deteriorate. “The banks don’t return our calls,” Martonis said. The Land Bank is looking to do an “endrun” around those banks and go directly to the state to force the banks to reply, he said.
Nearly $1M from state’s Economic Development Council to aid local projects By Bob Clark
The state announced last week more than $763 million in funding through Round VIII of the Regional Economic Development Council initiative, with about $900,000 set aside for projects in Cattaraugus Counties. “By empowering the people who know their communities best, we have transformed the state’s economic development strategy into one that is not only successful but is built to last,” said Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul, chair of the Regional Economic Development Councils, who made the morning announcement. “Together, we’re restoring downtowns, supporting local businesses, and welcoming new residents and visitors. Through the REDC process, we’re advancing the strategic economic development plans of each region
and supporting growth as part of the Downtown and Upstate Revitalization Initiatives. With a focus on workforce development and growth of high-tech industries, we’re adding new job opportunities and strengthening the economy of the entire State of New York.” The funds, which will come from various state agencies through the Consolidated Funding Application, cover projects ranging from studies to water systems to significant redevelopments in the area. Funding in Western New York included $66 million for 188 projects. Of those, $849,107 was designated for nine projects in Cattaraugus County. Through the eight rounds, the Western New York REDC has announced $553.2 million in aid for 781 projects.
Local projects include: $200,000 for a salt and sand storage facility for Cattaraugus County and the town of Ashford. $196,607 to build a salt storage shed for the town of Mansfield. $50,000 to fund a study for upgrading the village of Franklinville water system. $50,000 for a study of the town of Great Valley water and wastewater systems. $30,000 for a study of a public sewer system in the town of Ashford. $30,000 to study the replacement of failed septic systems in Kill Buck with a possible connection to the city of Salamanca sewer. $12,500 to complete a market study for a welcome center and truck stop at the intersection of Route 219 and Eddies Road in the town of Ashford.
New K-9 deputized for Sheriff’s patrol
Submitted photo Cattaraugus County Sheriff Timothy Whitcomb recently announced the deputizing of the office’s new road patrol canine. Pictured (from left): Sheriff Whitcomb, Deputy Tim Pence, K-9 Nichols and Lieutenant Melanie Churakos, supervisor of the canine position.
Cattaraugus County Sheriff Timothy Whitcomb announced Tuesday the deputizing of the office’s new road patrol canine. Nichols, a two-year-old German Shepard, started training with his handler, Deputy Tim Pence, in April. He is a dual purpose canine trained in narcotics, patrol and certified in tracking and article search. Both Deputy Pence and K-9 Nichols are members of the Special Response Team and have helped the Southern Tier Regional Drug Task Force on several cases as well. This is the first time that a canine was exclusively assigned to an actual road patrol position for the Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Pence and K-9 Nichols
have to do maintenance training one day a week. They collaborate with all of the other canine handlers in the surrounding counties for the training. It is a great way to support our fellow officers and provide and receive mutual aid to those when needed. The Sheriff would like to thank the Randolph Veterinary Clinic for their services, Purina for their food and Amish Valley Sheds for the housing they provide for Nichols. Sheriff Whitcomb and Deputy Pence agreed to name Nichols after the office’s late Undersheriff Billy Nichols, who passed away in 2015 after 30 years of law enforcement service and a lengthy battle with leukemia.
Local Springville farmer says Christmas tree sales were on the rise By Deb Everts
Real Christmas tree sales were very good this year. The demand was so great that Harold Hill, Jr. had to close the doors early at his Hill’s Christmas Tree Farm on Dec. 16. Hill said he has seen a definite increase in real Christmas tree sales over the last couple of years. He said he was still getting calls from people wanting to go out and cut trees long after his closing date. “We harvested as many as we could this year,” he said. “This farm can produce only so many trees a year, which is a significant number, and we hit our limit.” He said their biggest seller is a 7- to 8-foot tree but, in the last three or four years, they’ve noticed a big market heading for the larger 10- to 15-foot trees. By the second weekend this year, they were out of those big trees. “It takes 15 to 18 years to grow a tree up to that 12- to 14-foot range, so I can cut only so many a year,” he said. “When I’m out, I’m out, and I don’t cut anymore because then I’m hurting myself for the next year.” According to the National Christmas Tree Association, most people are buying real Christmas Trees. The organization which collects Christmas Tree sales data determined that around 27 million trees real trees were sold in 2017. That number is up 10-percent this year. Hill said the last two years have been the best for tree sales at his business. He said it’s been since the stock market has gone up and the economy has picked up. And, it isn’t just with his business; he thinks it’s with other businesses, as well. “I think people have more money in their pocket right now, so they can do more things,” he said. “The other thing is, I hear people say things like, ‘I can’t stand looking at that plastic tree anymore,’ or, ‘You can’t decorate a piece of plastic.’ “The thing of it is, too, a real tree gives people a variety from year to year,” Hill continued. “We have eight different varieties of trees up here, so one year they can have a blue spruce, the next year they might have a Fraser fir or something
different.” Hill said he’s noticed a lot of younger people coming to his farm with their families and trying to make a family tradition out of picking out and cutting their own tree together. He said it’s so much more meaningful than to go to a big box store and pick up a plastic tree. “When they come to our farm, I’ve got an old ‘52 8N Ford [tractor] that we hook onto one of the wagons to bring the trees out. If we’re not too busy, we’ll let people ride with us, so they get to experience bringing their tree back from the woods — just like in the old days,” he said. “We try to make it a nice experience for them. We have free hot chocolate and cookies in our barn. Mrs. Hill makes about a thousand Snickerdoodles.” Hill said they’ve been planting Christmas trees on his farm since 1982. When the trees grew large enough to sell, they opened up for their first year, in 1991. They began selling trees from a small 8-by-12 foot shed to four barns on two farms — the main farm on Belscher Road and the second on Genesee Road. According to Hill, there are 18,000 trees on his two farms, and it takes anywhere from 8 to 10 years to grow a tree. He said it isn’t something he can put in the ground in the spring, like corn that grows the same season. “I’ve ordered 2,000 new trees to plant on two farms in the spring,” he said. “You gotta remember, we will lose 10to 15-percent of the seedlings that we planted last spring to drought, excess water and disease. Where that baby tree died, we will replant a second time.” People shopping for real Christmas trees have five tree farms in the Springville area to choose from, according to Hill. For a detailed listing of Western New York’s “choose-andcut” Christmas tree farms, visit online at pickyourownchristmastree.org. Hill’s Christmas Tree Farm is a family-owned and operated “choose and cut” tree farm offering a variety of trees including Canaan Fir, Concolor Fir, Fraser Fir, Grand Fir, Blue Spruce and Black Hills Spruce. They also have an assortment of exotic trees. The farm is located at 13214 Belscher Road. For more information, call 592-5096.
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County to update Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan By Rick Miller
Updating the Cattaraugus County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan next year will focus on economic development. Members of the county’s Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board were briefed on efforts to prepare a request for proposals from companies to help update the existing plan. The county is seeking a $50,000 grant from the state Agriculture and Markets Department to help fund the updating of the plan, which could cost up to $80,000. Patrick McGlew of the county Department of Economic Development, Planning and Tourism g outlined the plan to look at the current state of agriculture in Cattaraugus County and how to help improve it. The result of the study will be a new economic development plan for agriculture, McGlew said. One very important objective will be trends for the future. Members of an advisory committee for the updating of the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan will come from a variety of types of agriculture. IN OTHER NEWS, Richard
Rivers, executive director of the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Cattaraugus County, said his board has decided to hold off for at least a year to hire an agriculture specialist. Cooperative Extension had decided to focus on rebuilding the 4-H program after splintering off from Allegany County and re-establishing Cattaraugus County Cooperative Extension. “We haven’t given up on it,” Rivers told fellow members of the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board. The Cooperative Extension Board needs assurances of more than one or two years of funding, he said. Cattaraugus County is the only county in surrounding Western New York counties without an agriculture specialist, Rivers said. The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Cattaraugus County plans to co-sponsor some agriculture programs again this year. It will also offer vegetable and grape team programs. Crystal Abers, director of the county Department of Economic Development, Planning and Tourism said she expects to co-sponsor some specialized agriculture programs with Cooperative Extension again this year as well.
Outdoor Adventure Cross Country Ski and Social at ASP What better way to start the new year than to try a new sport? On Wednesday, Jan. 2, Allegany Nordic Ski Patrol and the Environmental Education Department have teamed up to host an evening cross country ski on the Art Roscoe trails of Allegany State Park followed by a social in the Summit Warming Hut. Cross country skiing is an excellent low impact exercise, easy to learn and a lifetime sport. Allegany Nordic Patrol will be on hand to help and give tips to newcomers. All levels are welcome as we head into the woods for an evening ski on trails. Bring a headlamp, your sense of adventure and
something to share for the social. Rental equipment will be available for a special price at the Summit Warming Hut from 5 to 6 p.m. Come early to get fitted properly. The program starts at 6 p.m. with a short clinic. The Outdoor Adventure Series is a great way to learn about all the fun activities offered within Allegany State Park. Please register for this event before 3 p.m. the day of the program. For more information, contact the Environmental Education/ Recreation Department at 3549101 ext. 236 or AlleganySP@parks. ny.gov.
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February Feb. 2, 2018 Edition — Griffin Chudy didn’t need it, sinking the first shot to end a 59-58 CCAA East II victory, avenging a 75-41 loss at Franklinville and putting a co-division championship in play. Feb. 9, 2018 Edition — HoliMont Ski Resort member Darren Gardner will fulfill his dream as a competitor in the Winter Olympics as he heads to PyeongChang, South Korea, to represent Team Canada in the parallel giant slalom. Feb. 16, 2018 Edition — Tricia Mangan’s path to PyeongChang is not your typical U.S. Olympic Alpine Ski Team story. It begins not on mountains, but on hills in Western New York at HoliMont, which features a mere 700-foot vertical drop. Feb. 23, 2018 Edition — Ellicottville Brewing Co. is branching out to neighboring Little Valley. It already has craft brew pub/restaurants in Ellicottville, Fredonia and Lakewood. March March 2, 2018 Edition — A brief overview on school security — and how Superintendent Bob Miller has been responding to questions from concerned parents — was presented Tuesday to the Ellicottville School Board of Education. Miller explained to the board that following the Feb. 14 school shooting in Parkland, Fla., school safety is a topic that has been on parents’ minds. March 9, 2018 Edition — The Ellicottville girls alpine ski team repeated as NYSPHSAA state champions Tuesday, Feb. 27, thanks to some top-10 performances from freshman twins Hayly and Logan Fredrickson. March 23, 2018 Edition — On March 14, one month after the massacre, a New York statewide school walkout was planned. The idea was simple: at 10 a.m., students would leave their classrooms for 17 minutes, a minute for every life lost. Many schools planned to participate. Ellicottville was one of them. March 30, 2018 Edition — A week after winning his gold medal in PyeongChang, Page made a visit Sunday to Holiday Valley and the Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program in Ellicottville. April April 6, 2018 Edition — After nearly 20 years as director of the Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program, Mary Ellen Racich will retire in May and pass the torch to assistant director Bill Bredenberg. April 13, 2018 Edition — The April 2018 Meeting of the Village Planning Board opened with a welcoming of Sean Cornelius, the newest member of the VPB. April 20, 2018 Edition — For 15 years, Kristen Sciara has been a fixture at Holiday Valley, so it’s no surprise to the friends she’s made along the way that she’s been recently promoted to marketing manager. April 28, 2018 Edition — This week, Holiday Valley announced they are planning a $3.2 million upgrade this year. Highlights include expanded automated snowmaking, a new groomer, a conveyor lift on Slippery Streets, slope work including several “tree trails” for kids and a new shuttle van. May May 4, 2018 Edition — The Town of Great Valley kicked off its bicentennial celebration April 15 when it officially turned 200 years old, but the festivities didn’t end there and continue all summer long. May 11, 2018 Edition — A letter from the Internal Revenue Service is not always welcomed by many, but a letter recently received by board members with the Ellicottville-Great Valley (EVGV) Trail was a cause of celebration. They are officially a 501(c)(3) organization exempt from federal income tax. May 18, 2018 Edition — The new multipurpose gymnasium at Ellicottville Central School will now be known as “The Ward” as part of a tribute to Mark Ward, who oversaw the facility’s construction as one of dozens of ties to his local school district. May 25, 2018 Edition — Ellicottville Central School has announced Kourtney Robinson is valedictorian for the Class of 2018 with a weighted average of 113.13. Lisa Krotz has been named salutatorian with a weighted average of 111.19. June June 1, 2018 Edition — A new crop wil soon be growing on a family farm in the town of Mansfield after Chris Golley, his sister Jessica Golley-Halftown and their mother Judy Gollery have decided to grow hemp on their property through an agricultural pilot program. June 8, 2018 Edition — The West Valley Fire District No. 1, along with Bertrand Chaffee Hospital in Springville and Mercy Flight, was recently presented a check for its services on behalf of the West Valley Demonstration Project. June 15, 2018 Edition — New York Army National Guard Specialist Anthony Caputi of Salamanca recently received the Humanitarian Service Award for his service last autumn in the hurricane response in Puerto Rico. June 22, 2018 Edition — A Grand Opening Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 23 at
11 a.m. to officially welcome Mister Happy Gem Mining Company to Holiday Valley’s Sky High. June 30, 2018 Edition — A pre-merger feasibility study of the West Valley Central School District concluded that merging with the Springville-Griffith School District would not only be a better fiscal fit than Ellicottville, but that a merger with Ellicottville doesn’t even make sense financially. July July 6, 2018 Edition — Kent may have never become a competitor but his involvement in rodeos has spanned decades as he has owned and managed the Ellicottville Championship Rodeo on Sommerville Valley Road alongside his wife, Karen, for 30 years. July 13, 2018 Edition — After only one season, Holiday Valley Snowsports Director Allie Doro has made great strides, and now she’s being recognized on a national level. Ski Area Management Magazine names 10 resort employees under 30 who are enthusiastic about the industry. Doro, 28, was nominated. July 20, 2018 Edition — The Great Valley Bicentennial features a return to Old Home Days Saturday with a parade and family events at the Great Valley Volunteer Fire Company. More than 25 parade units are registered for the parade so far. July 27, 2018 Edition — Students from the Cosmetology Program at the Ellicottville Career and Technical Center (CTE) volunteered at the 2018 Hunter’s Hope Family & Medical Symposium held July 18-22 at Holiday Valley Resort. August Aug. 3, 2018 Edition — As a 2009 West Valley graduate continues to recover from a mid-May car accident that has her still at Erie County Medical Center, a group of friends have organized a benefit to help pay for her medical costs. Aug. 10, 2018 Edition — HoliMont Ski Resort has found its next leader following last winter’s retirement of Dave Riley, who had served in the position for 18 years. The board of directors at the resort officially named Ed Youmans as HoliMont’s new general manager, a position he began in midJune. Aug. 17, 2018 Edition — Pumpkinville will mark its 50th season this year with several new attractions, as owners Dan and Diane Pawlowski and their family have been busy getting ready for the special anniversary. Aug. 24, 2018 Edition — The town of Little Valley is celebrating its 200th anniversary with some oldfashioned fun mixed with education about the town’s history. The public is invited to the bicentennial celebration, scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 25 and Sunday, Aug. 26. Aug. 31, 2018 Edition — The sign outside St. Paul’s Lutheran Church on Route 219 started as a temporary sign — 35 years ago. At the end of the month, the sign will be retired under an agreement between church officials and the Ellicottville building code enforcement officer. September Sept. 7, 2018 Edition — Starting her fourth year as varsity girls volleyball coach in Ellicottville coach Katie Auge sounds comfortable, not just in knowing her players but the coaching staff around her. Sept. 21, 2018 Edition — The Ellicottville Central School District is again searching for an elementary principal and curriculum coordinator after William Delity, who was assigned to the posts in August, chose to return to his position as an elementary teacher at the school. October Oct. 5, 2018 Edition — HoliMont will soon be ready to welcome members and guests for the upcoming ski season. In the meantime, fall is full of ways to enjoy Ellicottville’s private ski resort. Perhaps the biggest change HoliMont has seen in the off-season is a new General Manager. November Nov. 30, 2018 Edition — Thanks to the largest snowmaking system in the East and second-largest in the country, Holiday Valley plans to open for skiers and snowboarders Friday morning. December Dec. 7, 2018 Edition — Ellicottville officials believe Saturday night’s shooting was an isolated incident that won’t deter the roughly 1.5 million visitors who come through the village each year. Dec. 14, 2018 Edition — Dr. Brian Walters, an EMS physician from Ellicottville, spent several days this past week in Washington, D.C., providing medical support during the state funeral for former President George H.W. Bush. Dec. 21, 2018 Edition — There’s a new face on the bench leading the Ellicottville girls basketball team, but Chelsea Cole hopes to keep things as familiar as possible for the Eagles.
County VA services director availability in January As the director of Cattaraugus County Veterans Services, Steve McCord is extending his availability to outside locations throughout the county for the benefit of veterans and their families. McCord is making himself available to discuss VA benefit laws, VA healthcare or any concerns and questions veterans or their families may have. On Jan. 2, McCord will be at the American Legion in Gowanda from 1:30–4 p.m. On Jan. 9, McCord will be at the American Legion in Randolph from 10 a.m. to noon.
On Jan. 15, McCord will be at the Town Clerk’s office in Franklinville from 1:30–4 p.m. McCord is available at the Little Valley county office building on Thursday afternoons from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Please call prior to going to the office. McCord advises calling the Olean office direct line at 701-3298 prior to traveling to any location as meetings, appointments and unforeseen circumstances could cause delay in service.
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Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater marquee removed for restoration
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Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino will explode with laughter when Rodney Carrington takes the stage in the Seneca Allegany Events Center on Saturday, March 9 at 7 p.m. Tickets went sale on Dec. 21. Rodney Carrington is a multitalented comedian, actor, singer and writer who has sold millions of comedy albums and left audiences across the United States, Canada and Australia roaring with laughter. After releasing eight successful major label comedy albums, Carrington released three albums on his own record label. “Laughter’s Good” and “The Hits” both reached No. 1 on the Comedy charts. Carrington has been one of the top 10 highest grossing touring comedians for the past 10 years, according to
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Alzheimer’s caregiver support group to meet Jan. 11 Submitted photo The marquee to the Historic Hollywood Theater in Gowanda sits on a flatbed trailer in front of the theater after it was removed for restoration on Dec. 3.
By Rick Miller There’s a void in the West Main Street streetscape in this village bisected by the Cattaraugus Creek. West Main Street in Gowanda has taken on a different look since the Historic Hollywood Theater marquee was gently removed for restoration earlier this month. Crews took more than three hours on Dec. 3 to remove the wood-framed glass marquee from the facade of the theater that first opened April 16, 1926. The Hollywood was designed by Leon H. Lempert & Son, Rochester, the firm that designed four theaters that once stood in Olean. For 20 years, the Gowanda Area Redevelopment Corporation, comprised of scores of volunteers, has methodically restored the theater — one grant and fundraiser at a time. After being it was removed by a crane and gently loaded on a flatbed trailer, the marquee was taken to Signs Unlimited in Eden where it will be restored — with a digital upgrade — at a cost of nearly $200,000. The sign should be completely restored and ready to reinstall sometime in late March. “It will look the same,” said Debbie Harris, grant and project administrator for the restoration of the Hollywood. “It will be a little flashier with LED lights.” The marquee just can’t be too flashy, said Harris. Some of its capabilities won’t be used because they would violate the historic “restoration” protocols. Architect Nancy Redeye of Flynn Battaglia Architects of Buffalo is the lead architect. The letters on the high-resolution digital marquee will look just like the ones that had to be installed by someone using a ladder, she added. While the marquee hasn’t advertised movies since it closed in 1992, it has served as a community message board for everything from birthdays to local events. “People in town use it so much they often plan their events around when it is available,” Harris said. More often than not, the person
putting the signs up on the marquee was Mark Burr, president of the Gowanda Area Redevelopment Corporation, Harris said. Now that the iconic marquee has been removed, another crew will begin working on the exterior front of the Hollywood, Harris said. “They can work in 40 degree days,” she said. “It’s easier for them to do the work now rather than chance damaging the marquee once it’s reinstalled.” Over the winter, work will ramp up inside the theater, Harris said. There is still much plaster and painting work to be done. Brass rails have been removed and are being refurbished. Balcony seats are being restored, using as much original seating material as is available. Harris said the group was just notified last week of a New York State Council on the Arts grant to install a Bose surround sound system in the theater. The GARC also hopes to restore the theater’s organ. The original Wurlitzer Rank 6 organ was sold before the group took over the theater. However, several years ago the New York State Museum put a 1923 Wurlitzer Rank 10 that came from a Schenectady theater up for bid. It was trucked from Albany to Gowanda in about 1,000 pieces. Burr, the GARC president, has been with the group since the beginning of the theater’s transformation from an abandoned, water-damaged building. “We’ve signed the last contract,” Burr said. He estimates the theater could be ready to open its doors to the public in as little as a year, while Harris thinks it could be anywhere from a year to 18 months. Burr said he gets great satisfaction in seeing the end of the tunnel for the twodecades-long project. Local youth will stage a theatrical summer camp next year that will “fill the theater with high energy,” Burr said. “Once we get the theater done, there will be multiple theater and music camps.” Meanwhile, there is still some fundraising that remains to be done. The grants often require matching funds or don’t cover the entire cost of a project.
Fat Bikes in Allegany State Park
“Fat Bikes” — maybe you have seen them or heard them rolling along area trails. These are off-road bikes with big tires typically 3.8 in (97 mm) or wider. They are designed for low pressure to allow riding on soft, unstable terrain, such as snow, sand, bogs and mud. Allegany State
Park’s Environmental Educational and Recreation Departament will have a few available to demo during Fat Bike rides on select Mondays and Fridays throughout the winter. On Jan. 18, 2019, the park will hold its first Full Moon Fat Bike Ride. Participants should meet at the Red House
Administration Building at 6 p.m. The ride starts at 6:30. Bring a light, warm clothes and your sense of adventure. For more information call the Environmental Education Dept. at 354-9101 ext 232 or AlleganySP@parks. ny.gov.
Blood donation clinics open through Jan. 15
The American Red Cross will host several blood donation clinics through Jan. 15. To make an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. Local clinics include: Jan. 4: 1 to 6 p.m., Great Valley First Baptist Church, 5049 Route 219. Jan. 8: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Salamanca High School, 50 Iroquois Drive. Jan. 9: 9:30 a.m. to
3:30 p.m., West Valley Central School, 5359 School St. Jan. 11: 1 to 6 p.m., Franklinville Fire Hall, 75 N. Main St. Jan. 14: 3 to 8 p.m., Conewango Fire Hall, 12447 Northeast Road.
An Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group meeting is set for 1 p.m. Jan. 11 at The Pines Healthcare Rehabilitation Center, Machias Campus. The public meeting is for caregivers, family members or friends of
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‘Mary Poppins Returns’ scores big with familiar nostalgia By Kellen M. Quigley
I’m not sure what it would have been like to see the original “Mary Poppins” in theaters in 1964, but I hope it was similar to my experience last weekend. Everything about this movie oozed classic Disney charm, from the musical score and songs
to the fantastical whimsy nearly all the characters seemed to possess. There have been a few great musicals this year, but nothing could compare to the magic of “Mary Poppins Returns.” Of all the live-action cash grabs Disney has been making lately, a sequel to a musical from 50 years ago with no real merchandising opportunities or commercial tie-in doesn’t seem like the obvious choice for a holiday blockbuster. And yet, the timelessness of P.L. Travers’ stories of a magical nanny and the Banks family is appropriate for anyone in any decade. It may have taken 54 years for her return, but Mary Poppins always arrives exactly when she’s needed, and I have a feeling we could use her right about now. In Depression-era London, a now-grown Jane and Michael Banks are told their home will be repossessed in five days unless Michael can pay back a loan. His only hope is to find a missing certificate that shows proof of valuable shares that his father left him years earlier. When all hope seems lost, the enigmatic nanny Mary Poppins (played by Emily Blunt) returns to help the Bankses, including Michael’s three children, in their time of need. Through her unique magical skills — and with the aid of her lamplighter friend Jack (Lin-Manuel Miranda) — Mary helps the family rediscover the joy and wonder missing in their lives. Blunt knocks it out of the park with her performance as the titular nanny. Between this and “A Quiet Place,” she is having one of the best years of her career. I can’t think of another actor who can play narcissistic and stern one minute and be full of joy and charism the next like Blunt can. While she’s no Julie Andrews, it’s a
tremendous portrayal of the character. While the entire cast does a great job, the standout character of the film is the production itself. Even though the story takes place about 25 years after the original, London looks and feels like the same one audiences saw in 1964. The Cherry Tree Lane set, where the Banks home is located and several of the significant scenes happen in and around, is one of the most beautifully crafted stages in a Disney film. In addition to some “real” locations, the streets of London have a spiritual essence about them that is both dark and mysterious as well as magical and inspiring. Part of what makes all the magic believable is the old-school filming director Rob Marshall brings to the production. Previous hits “Chicago,” “Memoirs of a Geisha” and “Into the Woods” make Marshall the perfect director who knows how to make a period piece feel like the era it’s set in. Look no further than the opening credits sequence previewing the upcoming movie with gorgeous paintings of scenes from the story underscored with an overture previewing some of the songs, it’s all reminiscent of the original film. There’s even a scene where they jump into a hand-drawn animated world. Unfortunately, those aren’t the only thing that reminded me of the first film. You would have thought the executives and writers behind the sequel procrastinated until the last minute and then decided to just make it follow the same beats of the original with each scene in the same order. It doesn’t matter that it’s familiar and old-fashioned, because that means it’s fun, heartwarming and full of imagination. We could all use more of that today and every day, so why not do it with a Disney musical?
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