It isn’t always easy to see the good side of things after a loss.
But as Sarah Miller walked off the lacrosse field for the very last time in her scholastic career she was able to hold her head high because, she knew she was part of a special season.
A senior who spent four seasons on the Buffalo Seminary lacrosse team, Miller was a tri-captain and backbone of a squad that went 9-4-2 in the regular season and could arguably be called one of the most competitive teams in the programs history.
Though Buff Sem is far-and-away the smallest school in the Monsignor Martin Athletic Association, they had a smart, talented team that never gave up.
They scored wins over bigger schools, beating Sacred Heart and sweeping two from Nardin, and were competitive in all but one game-the lone exception was to powerhouse Nichols.
Though her heart was breaking after a 10-6 semifinal loss to Sacred Heart that spelled the end the season Miller smiled and talk about how much this team meant to her.
“Our team has definitely grown tremendously,” she said. “This year we walked on with a small squad thinking ya know, we might not make it to the playoffs, and we made it this year. It was incredible to be here with the girls. We’ve had a really tight bond with everyone.
To be part of this team was just wonderful it was an honor to be a captain on this team. I’ve watched the girls on this team grow tremendously. They’ve come out, they’ve worked hard. Today was not our best showing.
It’s really sad for me, as a senior, to be leaving this team.”
While it was easy for Miller to speak from the heart and talk about how much the team touched her, there are no proper words that can fully describe what Miller meant to Buff Sem lacrosse.
Sure, the Hawks had plenty of talented players this season. Maddy Paulk was brilliant in net.
Victoria Lester proved to be one of the best all-around players in the league and Katy Melber had a deadly shooting-eye.
But as good as this team was Miller was the X-factor that brought all of the pieces together. Miller was the one who, if things were falling apart, could get everyone to refocus.
“She’s definitely the one who, when she is there, everyone is a little more confident in themselves,” said teammate Olivia Knauss. “I think she has that calming voice and she can really rally us all up. She’s gives us these (motivational) speeches on the bus while going out to the games...She’s pretty inspiring and she’s great to watch. She’s a great teacher.”
Miller had the skill to takeover a game, but her greater value was in the kind of leader and calming force she was on the field. A true sign of a great player is when you make those around you better.
Sarah Miller did that.
“I think she’s a really good team player,” said Knauss. “She can take the ball to the net every time, but she doeswork it around. She knows how to settle it down. She (uses) her head. She’s a good leader.”
But in Miller’s eyes she is simply doing her job, nothing more and nothing less. If things got tough Miller said it was a group effort that helped the team get back on track.
“I think the best thing to do was just kind of work through it,” Miller said. “I could only say so much or do so much. It was more the girls who came out and listened to what I had to say, what our coach had to say.
I think it speaks volumes for the team that they were able to take what we said and transform it onto the field.”
Feeling that the stage is set to keep the program strong Miller, who will continue her playing career at Division III Bates College, has two keys bits of advice for the returning girls.
“Keep up your momentum and ‘leggo’ that was our little saying of the year,” Miller said with a smile. “There’s a Chris Brown song (Look at Me Now) and at the beginning he (says) ‘leggo!’ So we would just kind of screamed it.”
Friday, May 27, 2011
Theodore Reid & Marcus Jacksonsibanda of Cheektowaga arrested for possession of marijuana by Cheektowaga Police officers Jessica Mack and Matt Arnold
Cheektowaga Police arrested three Buffalo men at roughly 1:36 a.m. Saturday, May 21 after being stopped at a police traffic checkpoint.
Cheektowaga Police were running a road checkpoint on Genesee Street and East End when officers observed a vehicle approach with a front passenger not using their seatbelt.
Cheektowaga Police officers Jessica Mack and Matt Arnold detained the vehicle and noticed remnants of marijuana cigarettes in the ashtray of the vehicle.
Upon further questioning of the individuals, one of them turned over a bag of marijuana to Lt. Brian Gould.
The three were arrested and were found to be in possession of two additional bags of marijuana. While searching the vehicle, Officer Mack discovered a loaded semi-automatic handgun hidden in the backseat.
The serial number of the gun was defaced in such a way that it could not be read.
Theodore Reid, 19, of East Amherst Street, Marcus Jacksonsibanda, 18, of Clarence Avenue, and Chemere Barclay, 20, of Durham Avenue were arrested.
All were charged with unlawful possession of marijuana, criminal possession of a loaded firearm and criminal possession of a defaced firearm. They were arraigned in Cheektowaga Town Court and sent to the Erie County Holding Center.
Cheektowaga Police were running a road checkpoint on Genesee Street and East End when officers observed a vehicle approach with a front passenger not using their seatbelt.
Cheektowaga Police officers Jessica Mack and Matt Arnold detained the vehicle and noticed remnants of marijuana cigarettes in the ashtray of the vehicle.
Upon further questioning of the individuals, one of them turned over a bag of marijuana to Lt. Brian Gould.
The three were arrested and were found to be in possession of two additional bags of marijuana. While searching the vehicle, Officer Mack discovered a loaded semi-automatic handgun hidden in the backseat.
The serial number of the gun was defaced in such a way that it could not be read.
Theodore Reid, 19, of East Amherst Street, Marcus Jacksonsibanda, 18, of Clarence Avenue, and Chemere Barclay, 20, of Durham Avenue were arrested.
All were charged with unlawful possession of marijuana, criminal possession of a loaded firearm and criminal possession of a defaced firearm. They were arraigned in Cheektowaga Town Court and sent to the Erie County Holding Center.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Ivy Lea Construction honored by EPA and U.S. Department of Energy
Ivy Lea Construction has earned a 2011 Home Performance with Energy Star Century Club Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy.
Ivy Lea Construction is one of a select few that improved energy efficiency is more than 100 homes over the past year. Over the past 25 years, Ivy Lea has been a leading service in re-modeling in the Western New York area. The company specializes in home construction, including bathrooms, windows, concrete projects, and home energy audits.
“Ivy Lea Construction is very proud to be recognized by the EPA as a Century Club contractor for the second year in a row,” said Mike Washington, president of the company. “We have participated in the Home Performance with Energy Star program in New York for the past 10 years; it was a natural fit for our company, since we were already making several of these improvements in the home improvement projects that we were already installing.”
For more information about Ivy Lea, visit www.Ivyleaconstruction.com. For more information about the Energy Star program, visit www.energystar.gov or call toll-free 888-STAR-YES.
Ivy Lea Construction is one of a select few that improved energy efficiency is more than 100 homes over the past year. Over the past 25 years, Ivy Lea has been a leading service in re-modeling in the Western New York area. The company specializes in home construction, including bathrooms, windows, concrete projects, and home energy audits.
“Ivy Lea Construction is very proud to be recognized by the EPA as a Century Club contractor for the second year in a row,” said Mike Washington, president of the company. “We have participated in the Home Performance with Energy Star program in New York for the past 10 years; it was a natural fit for our company, since we were already making several of these improvements in the home improvement projects that we were already installing.”
For more information about Ivy Lea, visit www.Ivyleaconstruction.com. For more information about the Energy Star program, visit www.energystar.gov or call toll-free 888-STAR-YES.
Chris van Allsburg to make rare appearance at Talking Leaves Books
Esteemed children’s book author and illustrator, not to mention Caldecott award winner, Chris van Allsburg will make a rare appearance at Talking Leaves Books.
The book signing will take place from 4 to 6 p.m., Monday, June 6 at their location at 951 Elmwood Ave.
Allsburg will be signing copies of his book “Queen of the Falls,” the story of Annie Taylor, the first person to survive going over Niagara Falls in a barrel.
In 1901, 63-year-old Taylor rode over the Falls in a barrel. She was a charm school teacher without much charm of her own to spare. She was also widowed and unemployed at the time of her descent down the Falls.
Allsburg has examined her quest for fortune and fame in his book. She attempted to make her ordinary life extraordinary. Taylor’s sheer force of will accomplished this goal. Anyone wishing to have a book autographed must purchase a book from Talking Leaves and get a ticket for the signing line.
Allsburg has won two Caldecott medals, a National Book Award nomination, three major movies have been based on his books, and millions of his books have been sold worldwide. For more information, please contact Alicia Michielli at Talking Leaves, Elmwood by calling 884-9524, e-mailing talkingleaveselmwood@gmail.com. You can also contact Jonathon Welch at 837-8554 or tleaves@tleavesbooks.com.
The book signing will take place from 4 to 6 p.m., Monday, June 6 at their location at 951 Elmwood Ave.
Allsburg will be signing copies of his book “Queen of the Falls,” the story of Annie Taylor, the first person to survive going over Niagara Falls in a barrel.
In 1901, 63-year-old Taylor rode over the Falls in a barrel. She was a charm school teacher without much charm of her own to spare. She was also widowed and unemployed at the time of her descent down the Falls.
Allsburg has examined her quest for fortune and fame in his book. She attempted to make her ordinary life extraordinary. Taylor’s sheer force of will accomplished this goal. Anyone wishing to have a book autographed must purchase a book from Talking Leaves and get a ticket for the signing line.
Allsburg has won two Caldecott medals, a National Book Award nomination, three major movies have been based on his books, and millions of his books have been sold worldwide. For more information, please contact Alicia Michielli at Talking Leaves, Elmwood by calling 884-9524, e-mailing talkingleaveselmwood@gmail.com. You can also contact Jonathon Welch at 837-8554 or tleaves@tleavesbooks.com.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Police Blotter of the Tonawandas for the week of May 22
Endangering the welfare of a child
Gerald J. Mastreson, 41, of Condon Ave., Buffalo, was arrested Tuesday on a warrant for two counts of endangering the welfare of a child at 11 a.m., Monday, May 9.
He was held for court.
May 10
Multiple charges
Edward A. Jarnot, 46, Fletcher Street, Tonawanda, was arrested for driving while intoxicated at 11:40 p.m., Tuesday, May 10. Jarnot also received traffic violations, such as having no registration, no insurance, failing to keep right and failing to notify a change of address. Jarnot was first observed in an unregistered vehicle crossing over a double line. When he was pulled over the officer could detect intoxication. He had a BAC of .22 and was held for court.
May 12
Underage drinking party
Amanda C. Ebling, 22, Fletcher Street, Tonawanda, was arrested for hosting an underage drinking party and unlawfully dealing alcohol to a child at 1 a.m., Thursday, May 12.
She was released on an appearance ticket.
At the same party, Ross J. Myers, 19, of Dekalb Street, was caught leaving the scene of the party.
He was arrested for aggravated DWI, driving on the sidewalk and having tinted windows. Myers was stopped near Gibson and Fletcher streets.
He had a BAC of .18 percent. He was held for court
Violating court order
Laurie M. Putz, 35, Ensinger Road, Tonawanda was arrested on for violating a court order of protection at 2 p.m., Thursday, May 12. She was held for court.
May 13
Possession of controlled substance
Michael E. Schlifke, 20, Warren Drive, Tonawanda, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance at 1:30 a.m., Friday, May 13. Schlifke was stopped by police, who knew there was a warrant out for him, based on a previous petit larceny charge. After he was pulled over, officers found cocaine in his possession. He was held for court.
May 14
AUO
Patrick S. Carncross, 21, Burns Court, Tonawanda, was arrested on a warrant for aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle at 12:30 p.m., Saturday, May 14. He was released on an appearance ticket.
Aggravated DWI
Lindsay Peace, 26, Taunton Place, Buffalo, was arrested for an aggravated DWI at 11:46 p.m., Saturday, May 14 on Goundry Street in North Tonawanda.
She had a BAC of .18 and was held on $250 bail.
May 15
Dealing to a minor
Michael F. Laratonda, 22, Grove Street, Tonawanda, was arrested for unlawfully dealing alcohol to a child at 1:40 a.m., Sunday, May 15.
According to City of Tonawanda Police, Laratona was playing beer pong with the various individuals at the party, which was located in an apartment complex.
Police stated that the residents located below the apartment became annoyed when the ping-pong ball kept hitting the floor and notified police about the disturbance.
Laratona was released on an appearance ticket.
Multiple charges
Paul J. Brady, 30, 2nd Avenue, North Tonawanda, was arrested for assault and menacing, criminal obstruction of breath during a domestic disturbance at 3 a.m., Sunday, May 15.
He was held for court.
May 16
Arrested on warrant
Mikhail Yuzbaslev, 29, Herr Road, Clarence Center, was stopped by Amherst police at 12:52 a.m., Monday, May 16. The officer saw that there was a previous warrant for a violation of a city ordinance in North Tonawanda.
Amherst police turned him over to the North Tonawanda Police Department.
He was held on $250 bail
Gerald J. Mastreson, 41, of Condon Ave., Buffalo, was arrested Tuesday on a warrant for two counts of endangering the welfare of a child at 11 a.m., Monday, May 9.
He was held for court.
May 10
Multiple charges
Edward A. Jarnot, 46, Fletcher Street, Tonawanda, was arrested for driving while intoxicated at 11:40 p.m., Tuesday, May 10. Jarnot also received traffic violations, such as having no registration, no insurance, failing to keep right and failing to notify a change of address. Jarnot was first observed in an unregistered vehicle crossing over a double line. When he was pulled over the officer could detect intoxication. He had a BAC of .22 and was held for court.
May 12
Underage drinking party
Amanda C. Ebling, 22, Fletcher Street, Tonawanda, was arrested for hosting an underage drinking party and unlawfully dealing alcohol to a child at 1 a.m., Thursday, May 12.
She was released on an appearance ticket.
At the same party, Ross J. Myers, 19, of Dekalb Street, was caught leaving the scene of the party.
He was arrested for aggravated DWI, driving on the sidewalk and having tinted windows. Myers was stopped near Gibson and Fletcher streets.
He had a BAC of .18 percent. He was held for court
Violating court order
Laurie M. Putz, 35, Ensinger Road, Tonawanda was arrested on for violating a court order of protection at 2 p.m., Thursday, May 12. She was held for court.
May 13
Possession of controlled substance
Michael E. Schlifke, 20, Warren Drive, Tonawanda, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance at 1:30 a.m., Friday, May 13. Schlifke was stopped by police, who knew there was a warrant out for him, based on a previous petit larceny charge. After he was pulled over, officers found cocaine in his possession. He was held for court.
May 14
AUO
Patrick S. Carncross, 21, Burns Court, Tonawanda, was arrested on a warrant for aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle at 12:30 p.m., Saturday, May 14. He was released on an appearance ticket.
Aggravated DWI
Lindsay Peace, 26, Taunton Place, Buffalo, was arrested for an aggravated DWI at 11:46 p.m., Saturday, May 14 on Goundry Street in North Tonawanda.
She had a BAC of .18 and was held on $250 bail.
May 15
Dealing to a minor
Michael F. Laratonda, 22, Grove Street, Tonawanda, was arrested for unlawfully dealing alcohol to a child at 1:40 a.m., Sunday, May 15.
According to City of Tonawanda Police, Laratona was playing beer pong with the various individuals at the party, which was located in an apartment complex.
Police stated that the residents located below the apartment became annoyed when the ping-pong ball kept hitting the floor and notified police about the disturbance.
Laratona was released on an appearance ticket.
Multiple charges
Paul J. Brady, 30, 2nd Avenue, North Tonawanda, was arrested for assault and menacing, criminal obstruction of breath during a domestic disturbance at 3 a.m., Sunday, May 15.
He was held for court.
May 16
Arrested on warrant
Mikhail Yuzbaslev, 29, Herr Road, Clarence Center, was stopped by Amherst police at 12:52 a.m., Monday, May 16. The officer saw that there was a previous warrant for a violation of a city ordinance in North Tonawanda.
Amherst police turned him over to the North Tonawanda Police Department.
He was held on $250 bail
North Tonawanda Department of Youth tennis clinics
The North Tonawanda Department of Youth, Recreation and Parks is now accepting reservations for their summer mini tennis clinics. Lessons are open to youths ages 6 through 13.
There will be two different clinics offered. The first will be for girls, five days a week, Monday through Friday, July 11 to 29. Girls ages 6 to 9 will have the 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. session, while girls ages 10 to 13 will have the 10:45 to 11:45 session.
Boys lessons will start Monday, Aug. 1 until Friday, Aug. 19. Boys ages 6 to 9 will have the 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. session, and boys ages 10 to 13 will have the 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. session.
Both sessions will be held at Taber Courts, across from Gersh Academy, formerly known as Lowerly Middle School. The registration fee is $15 for residents and $25 for non-residents. For more information or to register, call the recreation office at 695-8520 ext. 5508.
There will be two different clinics offered. The first will be for girls, five days a week, Monday through Friday, July 11 to 29. Girls ages 6 to 9 will have the 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. session, while girls ages 10 to 13 will have the 10:45 to 11:45 session.
Boys lessons will start Monday, Aug. 1 until Friday, Aug. 19. Boys ages 6 to 9 will have the 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. session, and boys ages 10 to 13 will have the 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. session.
Both sessions will be held at Taber Courts, across from Gersh Academy, formerly known as Lowerly Middle School. The registration fee is $15 for residents and $25 for non-residents. For more information or to register, call the recreation office at 695-8520 ext. 5508.
The Cheektowaga Lion’s Club will host a Sight and Sound Fair
The Cheektowaga Lion’s Club will host a Sight and Sound Fair from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, May 23, held at the Cheektowaga Senior Center, on Broadway and Union Road.
This fair will offer testing for cataracts, glaucoma, hearing, blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, blood oxygen and colorectal test kits.
You do not need to make any appointments; the tests are first come, first serve.
UNYTS will be on site to take blood donations, too.
It’s important to detect diseases in their early stages. If you want to see your best and hear your clearest, or if you are worrying that something may be awry, stop down to this informative and beneficial fair.
If you have any questions, feel free to call Don Sendlak at 668-3844.
This fair will offer testing for cataracts, glaucoma, hearing, blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, blood oxygen and colorectal test kits.
You do not need to make any appointments; the tests are first come, first serve.
UNYTS will be on site to take blood donations, too.
It’s important to detect diseases in their early stages. If you want to see your best and hear your clearest, or if you are worrying that something may be awry, stop down to this informative and beneficial fair.
If you have any questions, feel free to call Don Sendlak at 668-3844.
Monday, May 23, 2011
Flood clean up services in Cattaraugus County are among the best in Nation
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If you have ever lived in Cattaraugus County NY you know that floods are a part of everyday life, especially in the springtime. But, fear not, because flood clean up services in Cattaraugus County are among the best in the nation according to a new survey.
According to 'Disaster Cleanup Services' Cattaraugus County flood clean up services received an A+ for speed and efficiency. Only three other Counties in the nation received such an a grade. That puts Cattaraugus County's flood clean up services in a class all its own.
If you are living in Cattaraugus County NY, or plan on moving there and floods are a concern of yours, don't worry about it. If there is a flood you can count on the flood clean up services of Cattaraugus County to come through with flying colors.
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If you have ever lived in Cattaraugus County NY you know that floods are a part of everyday life, especially in the springtime. But, fear not, because flood clean up services in Cattaraugus County are among the best in the nation according to a new survey.
According to 'Disaster Cleanup Services' Cattaraugus County flood clean up services received an A+ for speed and efficiency. Only three other Counties in the nation received such an a grade. That puts Cattaraugus County's flood clean up services in a class all its own.
If you are living in Cattaraugus County NY, or plan on moving there and floods are a concern of yours, don't worry about it. If there is a flood you can count on the flood clean up services of Cattaraugus County to come through with flying colors.
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Kenmore West High School Hall of Fame class announced
The Kenmore West High School Athletics Hall of Fame class has been selected for 2011.
New members will be inducted on Friday, Oct. 14 at Banchetti’s by Rizzo’s in Amherst.
The Hall of Fame class of 2011inductees include: George Davis (‘55), Jamie Gerace (‘03), Sandi Gerace (‘02), Marilyn Schneggenbuger Gregorie (‘50), Sandra Hollander (‘77), Laurie Hutten (‘03), Christine Keleher (‘03), Patrick LaForte (‘60), and Lindsey Walters Marranca (‘02).
For tickets and additional information, contact Joe Greco, the assistant principal of Kenmore West High School, by calling 874-8401.
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New members will be inducted on Friday, Oct. 14 at Banchetti’s by Rizzo’s in Amherst.
The Hall of Fame class of 2011inductees include: George Davis (‘55), Jamie Gerace (‘03), Sandi Gerace (‘02), Marilyn Schneggenbuger Gregorie (‘50), Sandra Hollander (‘77), Laurie Hutten (‘03), Christine Keleher (‘03), Patrick LaForte (‘60), and Lindsey Walters Marranca (‘02).
For tickets and additional information, contact Joe Greco, the assistant principal of Kenmore West High School, by calling 874-8401.
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The Beatles invade the Tonawandas
Beatle mania: Yesterday Productions has announced Yesterday - The Beatles Tribute Show Band, which has been labeled the top cover act in the world will be visiting the Tonawandas in early June. The cast includes Dick Cunico, Bobby Potter, Monte Mann, Clenn McCallum, Danny Leavitt, Jim Lett, Rich Fazzi, John Hepburn, Bob Graham and Bellezzo. Photo courtesy of Yesterday Productions.
The number one Beatle tribute band will be hitting the road this summer touring the Northeast.
Yesterday Productions has announced Yesterday - The Beatles Tribute Show Band, which has been labeled the top cover act in the world, will be visiting the Tonawandas in early June.
The band will be performing at the Riviera Theatre at 8 p.m., Friday, June 3.
Yesterday just recently completed a six month run at the Tropicana in Vegas, as well as six years of performing in Atlantic City.
Yesterday founder and John Lennon performer, Don Bellezzo recently stated, ‘We’re very excited about returning to the Northeast. The first shows of our touring season always set the tone for the summer and these shows are going to rock!”
The original English rock band formed in Liverpool in 1960. The group consisted of John Lennon, who played rhythm guitar, vocals, Paul McCartney, who played bass guitar, vocals, George Harrison, who played lead guitar, vocals and Ringo Starr, who played drums and vocals.
Audience members will be able to enjoy the authentic recreations of live Beatles concerts with gifted performers who will not only look like the original fab four, but will sound like them as well.
The group will recreate the historic performances from the early 1960s through the mid 1970s. Performances will be reproduced from appearances on the The Ed Sullivan Show, The Hollywood Bowl and Shea Stadium with their “Magical Mystery Tour.”
The cast includes Dick Cunico, Bobby Potter, Monte Mann, Clenn McCallum, Danny Leavitt, Jim Lett, Rich Fazzi, John Hepburn, Bob Graham and Bellezzo.
For tickets or information, call 692-2413 or visit www.rivieratheatre.org. To learn more about the Beatles cover band, visit www.legendsofyesterday.com.
The Riviera Theatre is located at 67 Webster St., North Tonawanda.
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Rachel Allen keeps firing for Tonawanda Lady Warriors softball team
If you are Rachel Allen what do you possibly do for an encore?
Allen, the starting pitcher for the Tonawanda Lady Warriors softball team, burst onto the varsity scene as a seventh grader.
That’s right, seventh grader.
Throwing her first varsity pitch as a 12-year-old middle schooler, few could begin to imagine the pressure Allen must have been feeling. But she handled that first season with an amazing show of confidence, maturity and poise.
Allen did exactly what you expect from a pitcher. She gave her team a chance to win every time she walked into the pitching circle.
Coming into Year Two you might think that Allen would be feeling pressure because more was now expected of her.
But she just shrugged that notion off and said, if anything, she’s feeling even better because she has that year of experience on her resume.
“I thought it was easier this year than it was last year,” Allen said.
No longer navigating uncharted waters, Allen said having a year of varsity under her belt has helped her settle into her role and be even more secure this year. But at the same time Allen knows she still has a lot to learn.
Which is why she feels lucky to be working with such a great catcher like senior Danielle “D.T.” Tyler.
Saying that Allen has tremendous ability, Tyler can read her young pitcher’s emotions very well and knows how to keep her calm and focused. Whether it’s loosening her up with an inside joke or simply reminding Allen she has a capable defense backing her up Tyler said she is very impressed with how Allen has pitched in her career.
“She doing really good, for being an eighth-grader, she throws awesome,” said Tyler.
“She gets a lot of people out with her screwball. She’s improving a lot. So I just keep reminding her of that. Try to pick her up when she gets nervous or she gets frustrated because a lot of these teams are really good hitting teams, and there’s you can do about that.”
Secure in what she brings in the circle Allen wants to be a complete player which is why she has focused this season on improving herself at the plate.
“The biggest surprise from Rachel this year has been her hitting,” said coach Jay Hall. “She’s hitting the ball very well.
She’s had one or two hits almost every game.”
Still, pitching is Allen’s forte and she has that drive to constantly search out ways to get better.
Already having good command of her pitches, especially her screwball and fastball, Allen took private lessons and worked on expanding her arsenal of pitches.
“I learned new pitches,” Allen said. “A curve and drop curve.”
Rachel Allen is a young lady of few words. She would rather do her talking on the field.
So far she’s been doing that very well.
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Allen, the starting pitcher for the Tonawanda Lady Warriors softball team, burst onto the varsity scene as a seventh grader.
That’s right, seventh grader.
Throwing her first varsity pitch as a 12-year-old middle schooler, few could begin to imagine the pressure Allen must have been feeling. But she handled that first season with an amazing show of confidence, maturity and poise.
Allen did exactly what you expect from a pitcher. She gave her team a chance to win every time she walked into the pitching circle.
Coming into Year Two you might think that Allen would be feeling pressure because more was now expected of her.
But she just shrugged that notion off and said, if anything, she’s feeling even better because she has that year of experience on her resume.
“I thought it was easier this year than it was last year,” Allen said.
No longer navigating uncharted waters, Allen said having a year of varsity under her belt has helped her settle into her role and be even more secure this year. But at the same time Allen knows she still has a lot to learn.
Which is why she feels lucky to be working with such a great catcher like senior Danielle “D.T.” Tyler.
Saying that Allen has tremendous ability, Tyler can read her young pitcher’s emotions very well and knows how to keep her calm and focused. Whether it’s loosening her up with an inside joke or simply reminding Allen she has a capable defense backing her up Tyler said she is very impressed with how Allen has pitched in her career.
“She doing really good, for being an eighth-grader, she throws awesome,” said Tyler.
“She gets a lot of people out with her screwball. She’s improving a lot. So I just keep reminding her of that. Try to pick her up when she gets nervous or she gets frustrated because a lot of these teams are really good hitting teams, and there’s you can do about that.”
Secure in what she brings in the circle Allen wants to be a complete player which is why she has focused this season on improving herself at the plate.
“The biggest surprise from Rachel this year has been her hitting,” said coach Jay Hall. “She’s hitting the ball very well.
She’s had one or two hits almost every game.”
Still, pitching is Allen’s forte and she has that drive to constantly search out ways to get better.
Already having good command of her pitches, especially her screwball and fastball, Allen took private lessons and worked on expanding her arsenal of pitches.
“I learned new pitches,” Allen said. “A curve and drop curve.”
Rachel Allen is a young lady of few words. She would rather do her talking on the field.
So far she’s been doing that very well.
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Friday, May 20, 2011
Hillary Panek reaches milestone
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Hillary Panek had no idea what coach Jeff Kryszczuk had to say as the Alden High School coach held a softball in his hand and said he had a special announcement to make. Turns out, she was the star of the moment.
Panek became just the second pitcher in Alden softball history to record more than 500 career strikeouts, the latest in a long line of feats for the standout senior right-hander.
“It feels awesome,” she said after a 12-2 win over ECIC-IV rival Tonawanda. “I never would have anticipated it. I didn’t even know what number I was at and then my coach just announced it to me. I was just shocked.”
Panek’s not worried about stats. Described by her coach as “a great team player,” she was focused on mowing down another league rival. So Kryszczuk waited until the postgame meeting to discuss milestones.
“I didn’t tell her because I didn’t want to mess her up; she was in her groove,” Kryszczuk said. “So we surprised her after the game; she only needed two so I knew she’d get that.”
She got 12 and stands about 100 strikeouts short of the school record, held by former teammate and 2007 graduate Carlissa Cole. Panek has been remarkable in the pitching circle and also at the plate, where she’s batting better than .400 on the season.
“She brings everything each and every day and she’s a team player,” Kryszczuk said. “She’s a great player to coach. She’s very coachable, very friendly and she has great chemistry with the team; she’s a great player for the team.”
Panek has been on the varsity squad since the eighth-grade and is in her fourth year in the starting lineup. She’ll play next season for St. John Fisher College and likely be remembered as one of the best at Alden.
“I think I’ve had a great time playing for Alden and I just love the game,” she said.
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Wednesday, May 18, 2011
School Budget fails in NT School District
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Residents in the North Tonawanda School District rejected a proposed $65 million school budget Tuesday, May 17.
The budget, which included cuts to staff and programs had a 1,121 to 813 vote.
Board members must now decide if they should amend to budget plan and have another vote or accept a contingency budget, which would include more mandated cuts to the district.
The $64,633,961 budget that voters did not vote through came with a tax levy of 1.95 percent.
The board will have until June to amend the budget or go with a contingency.
As for the board of education, incumbent Frank DiBernardo was re-elected, receiving 1,059 votes.
Also elected was Donna Braun, who won with 1,177 votes and Colleen Osborn with 989 votes.
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Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Governor Cuomo Blasts Plans To Slash Federal Homeland Security Funding
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Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today urged House Speaker John Boehner and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid to block a proposal to slash federal homeland security funding given to the states by 50 percent. In his letter, Governor Cuomo said the dramatic cut would hamper New York's efforts to prevent terrorist attacks and protect New Yorkers. House Republicans have proposed reducing the grant funding from $2.2 billion this year to $1 billion next year.
"These cuts would significantly impact our ability to train and equip police, firefighters, and other first responders and otherwise maintain the highest level of security New Yorkers need and deserve," Governor Cuomo wrote.
The Governor's letter can be found below:
Dear Speaker Boehner and Leader Reid,
At a time when the federal government is warning that we may see retaliatory attacks for the death of Osama Bin Laden, congressionally proposed cuts to state and local homeland security grants for the FY2012 federal budget would undermine the very initiatives that have been put in place to protect our nation and people from the persistent and evolving threat of terrorism.
Since September 11th, New York State has been the target of thirteen terrorist plots. Most were thwarted through the collaborative investigative prowess among local, state and federal law enforcement officials, as well as citizens who reported suspicious activity. Some plots, including Faisal Shazad's attempted bombing of Times Square and the crowded Theatre District, failed. Under all scenarios, federal support to the state and local officials who are literally on the front lines of the war of terrorism being waged against us is essential. The capability to prevent, protect against, respond to and recover from a terrorist attack requires the full participation of all levels of government. That is exactly what the funding made available through the State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) and Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grants has as its goal.
Thursday's arrest by the NYPD of two suspects who were targeting multiple synagogues and the Empire State Building demonstrate that the death of Bin Laden does not mean the threat of terrorism has abated. With the 10th anniversary of September 11th and the opening of World Trade Center Memorial only months away, this plot was simultaneously the latest success story and sober reminder that our city and state remains in the crosshairs of those who use bombs and bullets to make their points. Osama Bin Laden himself cited the 10th anniversary as a date his followers should target for attack. Now is not the time for the federal government to step back from the partnership with state and local governments in defense of our nation.
Your leadership is needed to prevent these harmful cuts and to ensure that our nation does not degrade its abilities to meet the threat of terrorism.
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Monday, May 16, 2011
Anthony Albert of Cheektowaga arrested for marijuana growing operation
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A Cheektowaga man was arrested at 1:30 a.m. Friday, May 6 after complaints from neighbors led to a police surveillance of the area.
Cheektowaga Police were watching the residence of a man living on Pleasant Parkway, after a multitude of residents in the neighborhood had complained of an increase in vehicle traffic and a pickup truck with a loud muffler frequenting the house in the very early morning hours.
Cheektowaga Police Officers, Michael Menth and Jeff Scaglione, observed a pickup truck with a loud muffler and subsequently saw a drug deal occur between the occupants of the vehicle and a resident on Pleasant Parkway.
The officers prevented the truck from moving and had to chase down male resident, Anthony Albert, 35, of 47 Pleasant Parkway.
Officers found cocaine on the individuals in the truck and the money used in the transaction with Albert.
Albert was charged with criminal sale of a controlled substance and resisting arrest.
The truck occupants included Thomas Farruggio, 42, of Wayside Drive in Depew, Amy Farruggio, 35, of Benz Drive in Cheektowaga and David Torgalski, 42, of Gold Street in Buffalo.
They were arrested and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance.
Officers obtained a search warrant for the house at 47 Pleasant Parkway from Judge Thomas Kolbert.
Upon serving the warrant, the officers found crack cocaine and an indoor marijuana growing operating consisting of more than 30 marijuana plants.
Albert was additionally charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance, third degree; criminal possession of marijuana, second degree; criminal use of drug paraphernalia, second degree; and unlawful growing of Cannabis.
Judge Kolbert arraigned Albert. His bail was set at $10.000 cash and $25,000 bond.
He was the sent to the Erie County Holding Center.
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Thursday, May 12, 2011
Erie County Comptroller Mark Poloncarz announces he will run for Erie County Executive position
Erie County Comptroller Mark Poloncarz announces he will be running for Erie County Executive.
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By: CHRISTOPHER GORDON Sun Editor
As Mark Poloncarz made his decision to run for County Executive official Saturday morning, he believes it was a symbolic gesture of Mother Nature that the sun came out the second he announced his candidacy in front of a packed crowd at the Lackawanna Public Library.
“I think there is a reason why the sun just came out,” said Poloncarz, who currently serves as Erie County Comptroller.
A large group of supporters cheered as he declared himself a candidate for the county’s top seat.
“I am announcing my candidacy to become Erie County’s next county executive and I humbly ask for your support,” said Poloncarz.
The Democratic candidate will seek to unseat incumbent Chris Collins, who recently announced he would seek a second term.
Poloncarz said he chose his hometown of Lackawanna to kickoff his campaign for a number of reasons.
“I didn’t grow up with a silver spoon in my mouth,” said Poloncarz.
He said as the son of a steel worker, he was taught the value of hard work.
While he admits that the county is in better fiscal condition then it was when he took office six years ago, Poloncarz said the county will not see growth under the direction of Collins.
“It was a crisis in leadership,” said Poloncarz about his decision to run.
“Chris Collins said he was going to run Erie County like a business,” said Poloncarz, adding he believes he has failed to live up to that promise.
He accused Collins of offering high salaries to “big shots” and said that he “raised taxes and decimated services.”
Poloncarz believes it is vital for the county to work with the private sector to give Erie County long-term fiscal stability.
According to Poloncarz, the county has endured too many “frivolous lawsuits” during Collins’ four-years in office.
He was also critical of Collins’ decision not to use funds in the surplus to help with needed projects such as roads. Poloncarz added in his estimation, Collins used the surplus to “piggy bank” the money as a way to protect his own job.
Poloncarz also believes Collins created a sense of urban versus suburban life and ignored rural areas.
“Erie County deserves better,” said Poloncarz.
If he is elected, Poloncarz vowed he would restore funding to libraries, as well as funding for the arts and cultural community.
He also plans to bring financial stability to the county by solving issues with Medicaid.
“I will aggresively fight Medicaid fraud,” he said.
Poloncarz also intends to work on a long-range plan for regional development throughout the county.
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Monday, May 9, 2011
Benjamin Mahle, Noco employee, busted for selling alcohol to minor
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Cheektowaga Police Department’s Vice Gambling and Narcotics Unit conducted a joint investigation with the New York State Liquor Authority Friday, April 29 regarding the underage sales of alcohol in a variety of convenient stores and bars throughout Cheektowaga.
At approximately 5:27 p.m. an 18-year-old decoy was employed and sent to numerous establishments to attempt to purchase alcohol.
The decoy selected a can of Tilt Malt Liquor, containing 12 percent alcohol, at Noco, located at 642 Cleveland Drive, from the cooler.
The decoy approached the counter where the offender, Benjamin Mahle, 23, of Harlem Road in Amherst, was working as a cashier. Mahle completed the sale of the alcoholic beverage without asking for identification from the decoy, or even inquiring about the decoy’s age. The decoy gave Mahle $3.08 for the can of Tilt in official Cheektowaga Police Department funds.
An investigator, who was part of conducting the stings, witnessed the sale.
The alcohol was subsequently turned over to the investigator to be held as evidence in any future hearings regarding this sale.
Mahle was arrested and transported to Cheektowaga Police Headquarters and was charged with one count each of unlawfully dealing with a child, first degree, and prohibited sale of alcohol under the ABC Law.
The offender was booked and issued an appearance ticket for a return date of May 9. Judge Dennis Delano will arraign him.
Noco was one of 25 establishments checked for underage sales during this operation.
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Friday, May 6, 2011
WNY Police officers honored for heroism
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Police agencies from Western New York and Southern Ontario will honor the memories of the police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.
The 14th annual Niagara County Police Appreciation Day Interfaith Memorial Service will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 12 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 400 Ridge St. in Lewiston.
This year’s guest speaker will be Michael J. Violante, Niagara County district attorney. Host pastor will be Rev. Susan C. Keppy, a chaplain with the Lewiston Police Department. A reception will be held in the church hall immediately following the service.
This service is held the night prior to the 23rd annual candlelight vigil in Washington, DC. The Niagara County service will feature the reading of the Roll of Honor, a roster of the officers killed in the line of duty over the years. Area musicians and a rifle salute will pay homage to the police officers who put themselves in harms way to protect the safety of all.
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Police agencies from Western New York and Southern Ontario will honor the memories of the police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.
The 14th annual Niagara County Police Appreciation Day Interfaith Memorial Service will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 12 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 400 Ridge St. in Lewiston.
This year’s guest speaker will be Michael J. Violante, Niagara County district attorney. Host pastor will be Rev. Susan C. Keppy, a chaplain with the Lewiston Police Department. A reception will be held in the church hall immediately following the service.
This service is held the night prior to the 23rd annual candlelight vigil in Washington, DC. The Niagara County service will feature the reading of the Roll of Honor, a roster of the officers killed in the line of duty over the years. Area musicians and a rifle salute will pay homage to the police officers who put themselves in harms way to protect the safety of all.
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Thursday, May 5, 2011
Family of 9/11 victim relieved by news of bin Laden’s death
Paul Walier stopped at St. Vincent De Paul Cemetery in North Evans Monday afternoon to visit the grave of his sister, Margaret Walier-Seeliger, who died in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center in New York City. Walier visited the cemetery one day after the man believed to be responsible for the attacks, Osama bin Laden, was killed by U.S. special armed forces during a raid in Pakistan.
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Paul Walier and his family awoke Monday morning to news they had waited for since Sept. 11, 2001: Osama bin Laden was finally dead.
Margaret Walier-Seeliger, a graduate of Frontier High School, was among those killed inside of the World Trade Center nearly a decade ago when two planes struck the towers during the terrorist attack.
Paul was asleep Sunday night when President Barack Obama told the world that a strike by special U.S. forces in Pakistan led to the death of bin Laden. But he said it was a sense of relief for the family, noting that hearing the news was “surreal.”
“There was some joy in there,” he said, noting that he told his family if and when the day ever arrived, “you’re going to wake up in the morning not expecting it.”
Walier admitted he was losing hope that bin Laden would ever be captured. Part of the reason was because there have been so many other major stories, he was nervous that the focus on bin Laden may not have been as strong.
“Bin Laden over the last few years kind of got pushed to the back,” said Walier.
He and his family were glad to hear that the man ultimately responsible for the death of his sister was finally brought to justice.
“Relief might be the best word,” said Walier.
He credits Obama and the U.S. government for finally being able to bring the news that families have been waiting upon for nearly a decade.
“I think they have to be commended from the president all the way down,” said Walier.
After hearing that bin Laden was killed, Walier said it brought back a lot of the emotions from the day of the attack.
“We needed to get this guy in a bad way,” said Walier, adding “It doesn’t bring back my sister.”
“I commend the military and the intelligence for following up on him,” said Walier.
With bin Laden dead, Walier said he is worried about the potential for retaliation by members of al-Qaida, the bin Laden-led militant Islamic group, which took credit for the 9/11 attacks.
Walier fears whether bin Laden left instructions to his followers if he was killed. While he and others wait to see if there is any type of retaliation, he said Margaret would be thrilled at the news of bin Laden’s death.
“I think my sister would say good riddance,” said Walier. “It’s a good day.”
In just over four months, Walier will return to New York City for the 10th consecutive year to remember all of the lives that were lost, including Margaret’s, in the 9/11 attacks.
“I go down every year to ‘Ground Zero,’” said Walier. “I haven’t missed a year.”
This year will be extra special for a number of reasons. Among them is a memorial wall being built in honor of the victims.
Along with being the 10-year anniversary, Walier said he believes there will also be a sense of celebration with bin Laden dead.
“I’m looking forward to the 10th anniversary,” said Walier, adding he expects there to be “more bounce in people’s steps” as this news will bring closure to many of the victims’ families.
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Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Buffalo Bisons’ notebook: Injury ends Mejia’s year, adds to Herd’s woes
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By: Dave Ricci, Sports Reporter
Wednesday, May 4, is the first league-wide day off in the 2011 International League season.
This break couldn't come any sooner for the Buffalo Bisons.
As if struggling out of the gate wasn't bad enough for a team that came into the season with so much promise, the Herd's woes continued to grow when it was announced the ace of the staff and Mets' top-prospect Jenrry Mejia's season was over because of an MCL tear in his right elbow.
Mejia was examined by New York Mets Medical Director Dr. David Altcheck on May 2. An MRI at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan and was diagnosed with a complete tear of the MCL in his right elbow.
Mejia will most likely require season-ending 'Tommy John Surgery' to repair the damage, but he is seeking a second opinion.
Entering the season as the No. 2 man in the Bison rotation, Mejia became top dog when Dillion Gee was promoted to the Mets.
Mejia threw just four innings in his most recent start, April 29 in Rochester, before exiting the game with discomfort in his pitching arm.
Mejia was 1-2 with a 2.86 ERA and 21 strikeouts in his five starts with Buffalo. Interestingly enough, Mejia struggled during his fourth start in Buffalo on April. Which bodes the question did the tear actually first happen that day?
Then become full blown on April 29.
It's another blow to a Bison staff that had already lost Boof Bonser to "Tommy John Surgery." Bonser went just 3.2 innings in his first start before leaving the game with what was thought to be nothing more than a strain.
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The Herd kicks off an eight game home stand on May 5 when they play host to Louisville.
Dontrelle Willis (2-1, 2.10 ERA) who exploaded on the MLB scene in 2003, winning 14 games for the Marlins and earning the National League Rookie of the Year award. D-Train is scheduled to pitch for Louisville on Mother's Day.
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Scranton-Wilkes/Barre, the Triple-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, make their first stop at Coca-Cola Field this week as well with three 7:05 starts Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and the 1:05 series wrap on May 12.
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Mets third baseman David Wright had this to say about Phillies fans when they broke into chants of U-S-A! U-S-A! when Osama Bin Laden's death was announced during the Mets-Phillies nationally televised game.
"I don't give Philadelphia fans too much credit. But they got this one right."
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Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Airman Jason Babirad of Cheektowaga helps Japanese after Earthquake
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The son of a Cheektowaga couple didn’t know what to expect. He’d seen pictures of the devastation on television and in the newspapers, and he knew he had to help, but he didn’t know how. It didn’t take long for him to find out.
The operation provides the authorized voluntary return of military family members from Japan in the aftermath of the deadly earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan March 11. Operation Tomodachi provides humanitarian assistance and recovery operations to the people of Japan.
Operation Pacific Passage has airlifted more than 7,000 passengers and more than 400 pets via military and commercial aircraft from various locations in Japan, and Operation Tomodachi has resulted in more than 400 missions being flown, more than 2,800 tons of cargo, and more than 400,000 pounds of fuel delivered. Military members are also assisting in the cleanup of communities and airports.
“My role and job during Operation Tomodachi is to help provide fire protection,” said Babirad, who is a firefighter with the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron, Yokota. “We have performed and are continuing to perform hazardous material assistance, including decontamination of aircraft and personnel if needed. We have also taught the Japanese firefighters pump operations on a truck that we sent to the north. Just providing a safe feeling for the base and then knowing that our main priority is the people, property, and environment is important.”
While nothing can totally prepare service members with the training they need to handle a disaster of this magnitude, the fact that they must be ready to deploy at a moment’s notice has come in handy during this operation.
“This is my first time being involved in an operation like this,” said Babirad, who graduated in 2003 from Cheektowaga Central High School.
“To prepare for this type of operation, we do training monthly on different types of incidents. We train daily on new techniques and operation of new equipment. When this incident happened, we spun up quickly on different types of aircraft being used in support of the operation and anything else in support of the operation.”
Operations of this type are very important because they further demonstrate the longstanding and close working relationships that the United States has developed with many countries around the world over the years.
“This operation is important because we are helping the Japanese who have become family to us,” said Babirad. “Helping a country that has been good to us has never felt better. This type of operation again proves to the world that the United States does care.”
Operation Tomodachi, or Operation Friendship, in the Japanese translation, means helping friends. For Babirad and the others, it has become more like helping family.
“Being involved with this type of operation, helping the Japanese with whatever is needed, makes me feel great,” said Babirad. “Working closely with the Japanese local nationals everyday at the fire station and helping them with their needs is sad. My thoughts go out to all affected. The Japanese are family to me and it feels great to be there for them.”
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Monday, May 2, 2011
Lancaster Academy of the Visual and Performing Arts presents the “Academy Senior Student Exhibition”
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The Lancaster Academy of the Visual and Performing Arts presents the “Academy Senior Student Exhibition,” which will feature more than 100 artworks by 15 Lancaster High School seniors. Spectators are welcome to attend the opening reception from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, at 11 West Main St., in the Village of Lancaster.
Three years ago, Lancaster High School began its Academy of Visual and Performing Arts. This year’s seniors are the first graduating class from the academy. The academy has encouraged in-depth participation in the arts. Students in the academy have welcomed guest speakers to Lancaster and attended concerts, theatrical performances, and art shows.
Students in the academy have also had the opportunity to take special exclusive classes that have focused on team-building, creative problem solving, and exploring careers in the arts. All of the skills students have attained are put to use in their Senior Projects class in which students design, create and display their own independent projects.
With help from academy students of all grades, Lancaster seniors have transformed an empty storefront into a temporary gallery space. This show on May 4 is the end result of a full semester’s worth of work and planning, both in school and at home.
“The goal of the Senior Exhibition Gallery is to create awareness of the arts in our community and to show appreciation for the incredible support that the Lancaster community has provided for our schools. Though temporary, this gallery is the first vital step towards establishing a permanent art gallery in the heart of Lancaster, which will grow to become a must-see destination for visitors to Lancaster,” remarked Art Academy Senior Projects Teacher Brett Miller.
Light refreshments will be served and live music will be performed by Lancaster High School’s string quartet during the opening reception.
Additional gallery hours include: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 5, Tuesday, May 10, Thursday, May 12, Tuesday, May 17, Tuesday, May 24, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 7. Admission is free.
For additional information contact, Lancaster High School Visual Arts Academy Advisor Ken Hawley at khawley@lancaster.wnyric.org or Miller at bmiller@lancaster.wnyric.org, or brettnmiller@hotmail.com, or 686-3276.
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Sunday, May 1, 2011
Four defendants sentenced for selling prescription pills in Cheektowaga
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By: Nicole Gawel
Daniel Smythe, 23, of Cheektowaga, Lindsay Lang, 19, of Orchard Park, Sophie Wroblewski, 39, and Olivia Paschell, 40, both of Buffalo, were convicted of conspiring to distribute oxycontin pills. Chief District Judge William M. Skretny sentenced the offenders to probation.
The four defendants were arrested July 15, 2010 along with 22 others following a long-term investigation into the widespread illegal sale of prescription drugs in the City of Buffalo and its eastern suburbs. To date, 10 of the 26 defendants have been convicted.
According to Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael L. McCabe, Wroblewski and Paschell sold their oxycontin pills in the City of Buffalo. Smythe and Lang obtained oyxcontin pills from a source with ties to a prescription pill trafficking network. They distributed pills to customers in the Cheektowaga and Lancaster area.
The sentences are the culmination of an investigation on the part of Special Agents of the Drug Enforcement Administration, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge Dale Kasprzyk, in conjunction with many local and state authorities such as the New York State Police, the Buffalo Police Department, the Cheektowaga Police Department, the West Seneca Police Department and the Lancaster Police Department.
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