Thursday, November 30, 2017
Whitesville woman receives conditional discharge in felony drug case
A Whitesville woman, who had faced a class D felony drug crime, was able to have that charge reduced to a low level misdemeanor. In Allegany County court on Wednesday, Alicia A. Flamini, 29, of Old Country Road was given a conditional discharge by Judge Terry Parker. On July 23rd, she was charged with felony 5th degree criminal sale of a controlled substance but ended up pleading to criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 7th degree. The crime occurred on East Dyke Street in Wellsville when Flamini allegedly gave a narcotic substance to another person for consumption. She was also charged a $200 court surcharge and a $50 DNA fee.
Troopers identify human remains found in Bath
New York State Troopers from the Bath barracks announce a development regarding the discovery of human remains in the Town of Bath by a hiker on February 19th, 2017.
The remains have been identified as Orrin Mastin of Bath, New York. Mastin was last seen on January 18th, 2013, and was subsequently reported missing to the Bath Village Police Department. At the time of his disappearance, Mastin was 53 years old.
An investigation conducted in 2013 by the Bath Village Police Department failed to develop any viable leads. It was noted during the investigation that Mastin did not take any personal effects with him when he was last seen, including his medications, wallet, credit cards, personal effects, and stored clothing. Mastin had not been seen or heard from since the report.
On February 19th, 2017, a hiker walking through an undeveloped area north of Wood Street and Muck Circle in the Town of Bath, came upon what appeared to be human remains. The ensuing investigation determined that the remains were an almost complete human skeleton that appeared to have been exposed to the elements for a prolonged period of time. A neighborhood canvass by responding Troopers and Bath PD Officers developed information that redirected attention to the missing person report of Orrin Mastin in 2013. The remnants of clothing observed on the remains, closely resembled the last reported clothing description of Mastin, and the location of the remains was consistent with his last known direction of travel on foot. The New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Uniform Troopers from the SP Bath barracks, the Forensic Identification Unit based at Troop "E" Headquarters in Canandaigua, and an NYSP K-9 Unit contingent conducted a thorough search of the scene and the surrounding area in an effort to uncover any further details or information. The search did not yield any additional human remains or evidence to suggest foul play.
The remains were collected in conjunction with the Steuben County Coroner’s Office, and forwarded to the Monroe County Medical Examiner for further action. Due to the lack of available detail, the remains were then sent to the University of North Texas Center for Human Identification (UNTCHI) for analysis. The remains were reassembled and examined at their Anthropology Center where DNA was extracted from the skeleton and compared to DNA samples that were voluntarily provided by a known family member.
After reviewing the 2013 report to the Bath Village Police Department; the evidence collected and observed at the scene; the results of the DNA comparison; and the conclusions compiled by the UNTCHI; Troopers were able to establish the identity of the skeletal human remains as belonging to Orrin R. Mastin.
The investigation into the cause of Mastin’s death is continuing, and foul play is not suspected.
Rexville man arrested after claiming several Richburg teens were missing
State Police Investigators from the Bath barracks have
arrested a Rexville man after he allegedly made false reports of incidents
which did not occur, including but not limited to the report of several missing
teens from the Richburg area of Allegany County. Gregory O. Anthony, age 53, of 793 County Road
124 made multiple reports to several police agencies alleging
incidents which did not occur. Senior
Investigator Curt Eaton said in press release that Anthony’s claims of several
missing teens from the Richburg area were baseless. Anthony was charged with Falsely Reporting an
Incident, 3rd degree (class “A” misdemeanor), and issued an Appearance Ticket
returnable in the Town of Bath Court on December 6th, 2017 at 3:00 p.m.
Corning Adding Jobs to Manufacture New Valor Glass in New York
Corning Incorporated (NYSE: GLW) Wednesday announced an investment in Corning Valor ™ Glass that will create 185 new jobs and support more than 380 jobs overall in the Southern Tier of New York.
The new jobs will be located at the Corning Innovation Support Center (CISC) in Big Flats and at Corning’s Research and Development Facility at Sullivan Park in Erwin. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Corning’s investment during a visit at Sullivan Park hosted by Wendell P. Weeks, Corning chairman, chief executive officer, and president.
“Corning has been a beacon of enterprise and innovation for decades, and this new expansion builds on our efforts to spur development and job growth for the Southern Tier,” Gov. Cuomo said. “By working with local leaders and the Regional Economic Development Council, our strategic Southern Tier Soaring plan is putting the region on the right track and giving Corning the tools and confidence to grow and expand their world-class products in the region.”
Corning has been awarded incentives from Empire State Development, New York State’s chief economic development agency, in the form of a $6 million capital grant through the Upstate Revitalization Initiative to purchase manufacturing equipment and make infrastructure improvements; and tax credits through the Excelsior program.
“Valor Glass was invented right here in the Southern Tier so it is only fitting our first significant manufacturing operation be located here,” Weeks said. “Thanks to the Southern Tier strategic plan and Governor Cuomo’s ongoing investment in this region through initiatives like the Upstate Revitalization Funding program, I believe the future of our community is brighter than ever.”
Developing and manufacturing Valor Glass in the Southern Tier is part of Corning’s plan announced in July to invest $500 million and create 1,000 new U.S. jobs. To further support the production and delivery of Valor Glass, Corning will also add jobs in the future at an existing facility in Vineland, New Jersey, and at a location in the Southeast United States.
Valor Glass dramatically reduces particle contamination, breaks and cracks while significantly increasing throughput. As a result, Valor helps protect patients and improves pharmaceutical manufacturing.
The new jobs will be located at the Corning Innovation Support Center (CISC) in Big Flats and at Corning’s Research and Development Facility at Sullivan Park in Erwin. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Corning’s investment during a visit at Sullivan Park hosted by Wendell P. Weeks, Corning chairman, chief executive officer, and president.
“Corning has been a beacon of enterprise and innovation for decades, and this new expansion builds on our efforts to spur development and job growth for the Southern Tier,” Gov. Cuomo said. “By working with local leaders and the Regional Economic Development Council, our strategic Southern Tier Soaring plan is putting the region on the right track and giving Corning the tools and confidence to grow and expand their world-class products in the region.”
Corning has been awarded incentives from Empire State Development, New York State’s chief economic development agency, in the form of a $6 million capital grant through the Upstate Revitalization Initiative to purchase manufacturing equipment and make infrastructure improvements; and tax credits through the Excelsior program.
“Valor Glass was invented right here in the Southern Tier so it is only fitting our first significant manufacturing operation be located here,” Weeks said. “Thanks to the Southern Tier strategic plan and Governor Cuomo’s ongoing investment in this region through initiatives like the Upstate Revitalization Funding program, I believe the future of our community is brighter than ever.”
Developing and manufacturing Valor Glass in the Southern Tier is part of Corning’s plan announced in July to invest $500 million and create 1,000 new U.S. jobs. To further support the production and delivery of Valor Glass, Corning will also add jobs in the future at an existing facility in Vineland, New Jersey, and at a location in the Southeast United States.
Valor Glass dramatically reduces particle contamination, breaks and cracks while significantly increasing throughput. As a result, Valor helps protect patients and improves pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Bath: Two charged after hospital incident
An incident at Ira Davenport Hospital in Bath ended with the
arrest of two men. State Police said 25-year-old Jamie Gould of Bath and
26-year-old Cheyenne Koons of Cohocton were both charged with endangering the
welfare of a mentally incompetent person. Investigators allege that the men
assisted a mental health patient in absconding from the hospital. The patient
was awaiting transfer to a mental health facility and fled the hospital prior
to transport…allegedly with the assistance of Gould and Koons. The patient was
later located and safely returned to the hospital. Court action is pending
against both men.
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| Gould, Koons |
Christmas in Nunda
Two Cuba Non-Profits Receive Help with AED Purchases
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| (L to R): Denis Dahlgren, ACAF Executive
Director and Leah Weber, Cuba Library Director |
The Allegany County Area Foundation recently awarded a $500
grant to both the Cuba Circulating Library and the Cuba Friends of
Architecture. These two non-profit organizations will both use the money to
help them purchase an automated external defibrillator (AED). An AED is a portable system that checks the
heart rhythm and can send an electric shock to the heart to try to restore a
normal rhythm. Sudden cardiac arrest is
a condition in which the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating.
Dr. Michael Doyle, President of the Cuba Friends of Architecture, explained that their AED will be placed in the performance area of the Palmer Opera House. The AED will also be available to the businesses located on the first floor of the building.
Leah Weber, the Cuba Circulating Library Director, said they would advertise their location as an AED site which will not only benefit their patrons, but the community at large. The library also plans to offer free training to all library staff and volunteers, providing them with First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
The Allegany County Area Foundation holds assets over 9 million dollars and continues to add new funds each year. The endowed funds continue to grow in perpetuity to enrich and improve the lives of our Allegany County citizens. If you would like more information on how you can provided a legacy of hope and good will in our community, please contact the Allegany County Area Foundation at 585-808-8444.
Dr. Michael Doyle, President of the Cuba Friends of Architecture, explained that their AED will be placed in the performance area of the Palmer Opera House. The AED will also be available to the businesses located on the first floor of the building.
Leah Weber, the Cuba Circulating Library Director, said they would advertise their location as an AED site which will not only benefit their patrons, but the community at large. The library also plans to offer free training to all library staff and volunteers, providing them with First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
The Allegany County Area Foundation holds assets over 9 million dollars and continues to add new funds each year. The endowed funds continue to grow in perpetuity to enrich and improve the lives of our Allegany County citizens. If you would like more information on how you can provided a legacy of hope and good will in our community, please contact the Allegany County Area Foundation at 585-808-8444.
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| (L to R): Dr Michael Doyle, President of the Cuba Frieds of Architecture; Michele Conklin, Theater Manager/Director of the Palmer Opera House and Denis Dahlgren, ACAF Executive Director. |
Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Syracuse man arrested - accused of threatening death against a NY Congressman
BUFFALO, N.Y. - U.S. Attorney James P. Kennedy, Jr.
announced today that Patrick D. Angelo, 28, of Syracuse, NY, was arrested and
charged by criminal complaint with interstate communication of a threat, and
threatening a federal official. The charges carry a maximum penalty of 10 years
in prison, a $250,000 fine, or both. According to Assistant U.S. Attorney Craig
R. Gestring of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of New York
in Rochester, the criminal complaint alleges that on Thursday, October 19,
2017, the Washington D.C. office of New York Congressman John Katko received a
threatening voice mail that included a death threat to the Congressman and his
family.
The message stated: “Listen
Mr. Katko, if you support net neutrality, I will support you. But if you don’t
support net neutrality, I will find you and your family and I will
kill…you…all. Do you understand?” The message continued: “I will literally find
all…of…you and your progeny and t- just wipe you from the face of the earth.
Net neutrality is more important than the defense of the United States. Net
neutrality is more important than free speech. Net neutrality is more important
than health care. Net neutrality is literally the basis of the new society.
That even if you don’t understand, how important it is, net neutrality is
literally the basis of the new…free…society. So if you don’t support it, I am
willing to lay down my li- (recording ends).”
Congressman Katko’s office reported the voicemail to the
United States Capitol Police, Threat Assessment Section, which began an
investigation in coordination with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The
telephone number that the call originated from traced back to the
defendant.
“While citizens are certainly entitled to communicate their
views on issues of importance to them to their elected officials, there are and
must be bounds to the manner in which such views may be expressed, said U.S.
Attorney Kennedy. “We will respond aggressively to those who overstep those bounds
and seek to influence the making of Federal policies and legislation by making
threats to the lives of those entrusted with such tasks and their
families.”
As a result of the threat, security surrounding Congressman
Katko was increased. Since Congressman Katko formerly served as an Assistant
U.S. Attorney in the Northern District of New York, that Office was recused,
and the case is being prosecuted by the United States Attorney’s Office for the
Western District of New York.
Angelo made an initial appearance this afternoon before U.S.
Magistrate Judge Therese Wiley Dancks and is being held pending a detention
hearing on December 1, 2017 at 2:00 p.m.
The criminal complaint is the result of an investigation by
the Federal Bureau of Investigation, under the direction of Vadim Thomas,
Special Agent-in-Charge, Albany Office, the New York State Police, under the
Major Philip T. Rougeux, and the United States Capitol Police, under the
direction of Matthew R. Verderosa.
Steuben: Human remains identified...Troopers still investigating
New York State Troopers from the Bath barracks announce a
development regarding the discovery of human remains in the Town of Bath by a
hiker on February 19th, 2017.
The remains have been identified as Orrin Mastin of Bath,
New York. Mastin was last seen on
January 18th, 2013, and was subsequently reported missing to the Bath Village
Police Department. At the time of his
disappearance, Mastin was 53 years old.
An investigation conducted in 2013 by the Bath Village
Police Department failed to develop any viable leads. It was noted during the investigation that
Mastin did not take any personal effects with him when he was last seen,
including his medications, wallet, credit cards, personal effects, and stored
clothing. Mastin had not been seen or
heard from since the report.
On February 19th, 2017, a hiker walking through an
undeveloped area north of Wood Street and Muck Circle in the Town of Bath, came
upon what appeared to be human remains. The ensuing investigation determined that the remains were an almost
complete human skeleton that appeared to have been exposed to the elements for
a prolonged period of time. A
neighborhood canvass by responding Troopers and Bath PD Officers developed
information that redirected attention to the missing person report of Orrin
Mastin in 2013. The remnants of clothing
observed on the remains, closely resembled the last reported clothing
description of Mastin, and the location of the remains was consistent with his
last known direction of travel on foot.
The New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Uniform
Troopers from the SP Bath barracks, the Forensic Identification Unit based at
Troop “E” Headquarters in Canandaigua, and an NYSP K-9 Unit contingent
conducted a thorough search of the scene and the surrounding area in an effort
to uncover any further details or information.
The search did not yield any additional human remains or evidence to
suggest foul play.
The remains were collected in conjunction with the Steuben
County Coroner’s Office, and forwarded to the Monroe County Medical Examiner
for further action. Due to the lack of
available detail, the remains were then sent to the University of North Texas
Center for Human Identification (UNTCHI) for analysis. The remains were reassembled and examined at
their Anthropology Center where DNA was extracted from the skeleton and
compared to DNA samples that were voluntarily provided by a known family
member.
After reviewing the 2013 report to the Bath Village Police
Department; the evidence collected and observed at the scene; the results of
the DNA comparison; and the conclusions compiled by the UNTCHI; Troopers were
able to establish the identity of the skeletal human remains as belonging to
Orrin R. Mastin. The investigation into the cause of Mastin’s death is
continuing, and foul play is not suspected.
Wellsville Police Blotter
Date: Tuesday
November 28, 2017
Wellsville Police arrested Victoria L. Stormer, age 46 of
Wellsville, charging her with Harassment 2nd.
The charge stems from an incident that took place on Franklin Street on
November 19th. Stormer was processed and
arraigned before Wellsville Village Judge O’Connor. Stormer was released and is due back in
Wellsville Village Court on December 19th at 4:30 p.m.
Wellsville Police, acting on a Bench Warrant issued by the
Wellsville Village Court, arrested Brenden D. McLaughlin, age 27 of Fairport,
for failure to appear in Court and/or pay fine.
McLaughlin was processed and arraigned before Wellsville Village Judge
O’Connor. McLaughlin was committed to
the Allegany County Jail on $500.00 cash bail.
McLaughlin is due back in Wellsville Village Court on December 19th at
4:30 p.m.
Matt Lauer fired from NBC News - CNN
Matt Lauer was fired from NBC News on Wednesday after an
employee filed a complaint about "inappropriate sexual behavior in the
workplace," the network announced.
Savannah Guthrie made the announcement at the top of the
"Today" show, where Lauer has been an anchor for two decades.
NBC News chairman Andrew Lack said in a memo to staff that
it was the first complaint lodged against Lauer in his career at the network.
But he said "we were also presented with reason to believe this may not
have been an isolated incident."
Defendant gets physical with News10NBC's Chief Investigative Reporter
Defendant gets physical with News10NBC's Chief Investigative Reporter: Dennis Dalberth, the man accused of spraying a Rochester woman's lawn with chemicals and killing the lawn, got physical with News10NBC Chief Investigative Reporter Berkeley Brean...
$240,000 Awarded to Expand After-School Programs in Friendship Central School District
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo Tuesday announced nearly $240,000 in Empire State After-School Program funding has been awarded to Friendship Central School District to create 150 after school slots. First announced in January as part of the Governor's 2017 State of the State, a total of $35 million in funding has been enacted in the FY 2018 Budget to provide districts across the state with these five-year grants.
"An investment in our children is an investment in the future of this great state," Governor Cuomo said. "These after-school programs will help ensure young New Yorkers in high-need school districts receive the guidance they need to become the next generation of leaders, laying the foundation for a stronger New York for all."
The Friendship after school program will target grandparents raising children and provide them with resources and support, and will heavily involve parents in program direction, activities, and determining special interest clubs for children. The program will also include a four-week summer program with STEM activities, field trips, college exploration trips, swimming and other recreational activities.
Research has shown that after-school programs are associated with lower school drop-out rates and a reduction in juvenile crime. School districts receiving funding are in communities with high rates of child poverty and many are in communities designated under the Empire State Poverty Reduction Initiative. Additional research has shown that children enrolled in high-quality after-school programs have better peer relations, emotional adjustment, conflict-resolution skills, and overall conduct in school, as well as higher scores on standardized tests in math, reading, and language arts. Quality after-school programs have also been found to have a $3 return on investment for every dollar spent.
Dr. Judy May, Friendship Superintendent, said, "This funding is critical to the development of our youngest New Yorkers and I am grateful that Governor Cuomo remains committed to supporting our children and the future generations of Friendship. By expanding these programs and bridging the gap for working families who may not be able to take care of their children after school, New York is establishing stronger, safer communities and a well-rounded workforce for the 21st century economy."
Dr. Judy May, Friendship Superintendent, said, "This funding is critical to the development of our youngest New Yorkers and I am grateful that Governor Cuomo remains committed to supporting our children and the future generations of Friendship. By expanding these programs and bridging the gap for working families who may not be able to take care of their children after school, New York is establishing stronger, safer communities and a well-rounded workforce for the 21st century economy."
Christmas in Angelica
Christmas
in Angelica
Cancellation offered for extended period as Angel
Station marks 21st year
For the first time in its 21-year history the Christmas Angel postal cancellation
offered by the Angelica Booster Citizens (design as always by Pat Kaake) will
be available for more than just one day.
The ceremonial first day at the Angelica Post Office is Friday,
December 8. As in previous years, greeting cards may be mailed to the office or
dropped off prior to Dec. 8, addressed appropriately and intended for mailing
on that date. Please separate in-town and out-of-town mail. Postal employees
will be in the lobby to hand-cancel pieces brought in by customers that day.
The change is that in addition the Post Office will
accept all mail to be postmarked with the Angel cancellation, from December 8
through December 25. Window hours are Monday-Friday 8:30-11:30 a.m. &
12:30-3:30 p.m., and 10:00 a.m-12:00 Noon on Saturday.
All mail received requesting the Angel Station postmark
after December 25 will be for collectors only, available for 30 days. Please
provide a return stamped envelope or your postmarked item with stamp will be
sent through the normal mail stream. For more information please contact the
Angelica Post Office at 585-466-7869.
December 8
& 9
New shelf sitter at Holly Days boutique
The Civil War soldier’s monument in Until the Day Dawn
Cemetery is represented on this year’s shelf sitter & tree ornament,
offered at The Little Building in central Main Street during the Angelica Booster
Citizens’ Holly Days sale.
Also available are a limited number of this year’s “Votes
for Women” Heritage Days shirts, as well as a good supply of the Civil War
Weekend shirts. On the book shelf is a new press run of the 2008 title, Child’s History of Angelica, along with
the biographies of Rev. Calvin Fairbank, abolitionist and “slave stealer,” and
Moses Van Campen, Revolutionary War veteran and pioneer settler. Other Angelica
souvenir items include previous years’ shelf sitters, coffee mugs, caps,
postcards, and more.
The Little Building will be open Friday, Dec. 8, 11:00
a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 9, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Sunday,
December 17
Live Nativity, church-to-church caroling to follow
candle-lighting circle on Luminaries night
The candle-lighting circle that begins Luminaries, the
Angelica community Christmas celebration, will take place in Park Circle on
Sunday, December 17 at 5:00 p.m. As they have for many years, the Booster
Citizens will ring the circle with the traditional luminary candles. People
will gather near the two Christmas trees at the east end of the park, and will
pass the light by touching one candle to the next. The singing of a few
favorite carols then will fill the night air.
The group next will move to the Methodist Church where a
live Nativity scene will be presented on the front lawn of the parsonage. The
program continues with a church-to-church procession, going into the Methodist
Church, the Works of Divine Mercy mission, St. Paul’s Episcopal, and First Baptist,
with a pause at each church to place the baby Jesus in the creche.
All are invited to take part in this joyous celebration.
The even concludes with refreshments at the First Baptist Church and
announcement of winners in the holiday decoration contest.
For more information, please email angelicaboosters@gmail.com
Cattaraugus County District Attorney Report - November 27, 2017
Lori Pettit Rieman, Cattaraugus County District Attorney,
reported the following activity in Cattaraugus County Court on Monday, November
27, 2017:
Arraignments
JAMES HALEY, 54, of Bradford, Pennsylvania, was arraigned
and entered a plea of not guilty to an indictment that charges him with
Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, a class D
felony. The incident occurred on May 17, 2017, in the Town of Carrollton. The
matter has been adjourned for motions.
BENJAMIN MEYER, 32, of Cattaraugus, New York, was arraigned
and entered a plea of not guilty to an indictment that charges him with Burglary
in the Third Degree, a class D felony; Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree, a
class E felony; Criminal Mischief in the Fourth Degree, a class A misdemeanor;
Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fifth Degree, a class A
misdemeanor; Possession of Burglary Tools, a class A misdemeanor; and Petit
Larceny, a class A misdemeanor. The incident occurred between April 17, 2017
and April 22, 2017, in the Town of New Albion. The matter has been adjourned
for motions.
MARTIN MILLER, 33, of Rixford, Pennsylvania, was arraigned
and entered a plea of not guilty to an indictment that charges him with
Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated, a class E felony; Driving While
Intoxicated, a class A misdemeanor; Unlicensed Operation, an infraction;
Failure to Keep Right, an infraction; Driving to the Left of Pavement Marks, an
infraction; and Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a class A misdemeanor. The
incident occurred on May 7, 2017, in the Town of Olean. The matter has been
adjourned for motions.
Guilty
Pleas
PAUL R. BARAN, 35, of Salamanca, New York, entered a plea of
guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, a
class B felony, to satisfy a pending indictment. The incident occurred on May
19, 2017, in the City of Salamanca, when the defendant knowingly and unlawfully
possessed a narcotic drug with the intent to sell it. Sentencing is scheduled for January 28, 2019
pending the successful completion of Drug Treatment Court.
GERALD LOIACONO, 41, of Allegany, New York, waived
prosecution by indictment, and entered a plea of guilty by Superior Court
Information to Criminal Possession of Marijuana in the Fourth Degree, a class A
misdemeanor. The incident occurred on July 29, 2017, in the Town of Allegany,
when the defendant knowingly and unlawfully possessed one or more preparations,
compounds, mixtures or substances containing marijuana and the preparations,
compounds, or mixtures were of an aggregate weight of more than two ounces.
Further, GERALD LOIACONO, was sentenced to a conditional discharge for a term
of one year for the conviction stated above.
Sentences
TIFFANLY L. CHIARILLI, 39, of Cuba, New York, was sentenced
to a term of a one (1) year conditional discharge, driver’s license revocation
for a period of six (6) months, and the installation of the ignition interlock
device for a period of one (1) year, for her conviction of Driving While
Intoxicated, a class A misdemeanor. The
incident occurred on January 27, 2016, in the Town of Yorkshire, when the
defendant operated a motor vehicle on a public highway in an intoxicated
condition.
THOMAS E. CLOUSE, of Arcade, New York, was sentenced to a
conditional discharge for a term of one (1) year, driver’s license revocation
for a period of one (1) year, and the installation of the ignition interlock
device for a period of one (1) year for his conviction of Driving While
Intoxicated, a class E felony. The
incident occurred on November 7, 2015, in the Town of Yorkshire, when the
defendant operated a motor vehicle on a public highway in an intoxicated condition.
JOSEPH P. DEMPSEY, 38, of Olean, New York, was sentenced as
a predicate felony drug offender to a term of one and a half (1 ½) years with
the New York State Department of Corrections and 2 years of Post Release
Supervision, to run consecutively to his present sentence, for his conviction
of Attempted Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree,
a class E felony. The incident occurred on June 15, 2017, in the City of Olean,
when the defendant knowingly and unlawfully attempted to possess a controlled
substance with the intent to sell it.
STEPHON J. EDWARDS, 26, of Olean, New York, but presently
incarcerated in the Cattaraugus County Jail, was sentenced as a predicate
felony offender to a term of one and a half (1 ½) to three (3) years with the
New York State Department of Corrections for his conviction of Criminal
Mischief in the Third Degree, a class E felony. The incident occurred on July
30, 2017, in the Town of Little Valley,
when the defendant, with the intent to damage property of another person, and
having no right to do so nor any reasonable ground to believe that he had such
a right, damaged the property of another person in an amount exceeding
$250.00.
JASON M. GUTKNECHT, 43, of Olean, New York, was sentenced to
a term of nine (9) months in the Cattaraugus County Jail for his conviction of
Petit Larceny, a class A misdemeanor.
The incident occurred on August 18, 2017, in the City of Olean, when the
defendant stole property.
NATHAN NEPHEW, 39, of Versailles, New York, was sentenced to
a term of ninety (90) days in the Cattaraugus County Jail, three (3) year
Conditional Discharge, driver’s license revocation for a period of one (1)
year, and the installation of an ignition interlock device for a period of one
(1) year for his conviction of Driving While Intoxicated, a class E felony. The
incident occurred on February 6, 2017, in the Town of Perrysburg, when the
defendant operated a motor vehicle on a public highway while he was in an
intoxicated condition.
GERALD K. REDFORD, II, 41, of Gowanda, New York, was
sentenced to a term of one (1) year in the Cattaraugus County Jail for his
conviction of Burglary in the Third Degree, a class D felony, and one (1) year
in the Cattaraugus County Jail for his conviction Petit Larceny, a class A
misdemeanor, both terms to run concurrently. The first incident occurred on July
19, 2017, in the Town of Persia, when the defendant knowingly entered
unlawfully in a building with the intent to commit a crime therein. The second
incident occurred on July 26, 2017, in the Town of Persia, when the defendant
stole property.
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Wellsville Police Blotter
Date: Monday November
27, 2017
Wellsville Police arrested Timothy A. Whitesell, age 25 of
Andover, charging him with Resisting Arrest and Disorderly Conduct. The charges stem from an incident that took
place on North Main Street in the Village.
Whitesell was processed and arraigned before Wellsville Village Judge
O’Connor. Whitesell was committed to the
Allegany County Jail on $500.00 cash bail.
Whitesell is due back in Wellsville Village Court on December 19th at
4:30 p.m.
Olean woman charged with felony count in Cuba
Steuben joins opioid lawsuit; appoints Land Bank exec
BATH -- Steuben County will join a class action lawsuit seeking payment of damages from any and all persons or entities responsible for creating the opioid addiction epidemic. County legislators voted unanimously Monday to join counties and municipalities across the state in the effort to curb opioid addiction and recover the soaring local costs in law enforcement, mental health and social services caused by drug addiction. The effort will include large prescribers as well as the pharmaceutical industry, county Manager Jack Wheeler said. "We see this as a response to the cry from the public to ‘do something’ that we have heard at all our forums this year," Wheeler said. "Well, this is something we can do." The county hosted three substance abuse forums in Bath, Hornell and Corning focused on the devastating impact of opioids and other addictive substances. The forums also included information on supportive services through local agencies. The action is similar to a class action lawsuit Steuben joined in 1998 against four major tobacco growers in the U.S. The lawsuit resulted in a decline in production, compensation and funding for campaigns designed to curtail tobacco use. In other action, county legislators:
· Appointed county Deputy Manager Mitch Alger as the executive director of the independent Steuben County Land Bank Corporation. The appointment simply formalizes Alger’s work in representing the county on the corporation board and makes communication with the state more efficient, Wheeler told Steuben lawmakers.
· Authorized a public hearing on the eight-year review of Agricultural District No. 10 .
· Designated the Steuben County Conference and Visitors’ Bureau as the Official Tourism Promotion Agency for the County of Steuben.
· Adopted the Table of Equalization Rates for Fiscal Year 2018.
· Filed the Report of County Equalization for the Year 2018.
· Appointed county Deputy Manager Mitch Alger as the executive director of the independent Steuben County Land Bank Corporation. The appointment simply formalizes Alger’s work in representing the county on the corporation board and makes communication with the state more efficient, Wheeler told Steuben lawmakers.
· Authorized a public hearing on the eight-year review of Agricultural District No. 10 .
· Designated the Steuben County Conference and Visitors’ Bureau as the Official Tourism Promotion Agency for the County of Steuben.
· Adopted the Table of Equalization Rates for Fiscal Year 2018.
· Filed the Report of County Equalization for the Year 2018.
Livingston County Sheriff's Blotter
Press Release:
-Ean G. Miller,
28, Avon NY, was arrested on November 11, charged with Driving while
Intoxicated – 1st Offense, Speeding and Refusal to take Breath Test. Miller was arraigned in the Town of Geneseo
Court and released on his own recognizance.
Miller will return to the Town of Geneseo Court at a later date.
-Tanya M. Hoad,
38, Hornell NY, was arrested on November 14, charged with Criminal Possession
of a Controlled Substance 7th Degree and Muffler Exhaust Violation. Hoad was arraigned in the Town of Geneseo
Court and was held in lieu of $250 cash bail.
Hoad will return to the Town of Avon Court at a later date.
-Rosemarie J.
Brown, 24, Hornell NY, was arrested on November 14, charged with Criminal
Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th Degree. Brown was arraigned in the Town of Geneseo
Court and was held in lieu of $750 cash bail.
Brown will return to the Town of Avon Court at a later date.
-Nathaniel J.
Parsons, 18, Wayland NY, was arrested on November 15, charged with Sexual
Misconduct. Parsons was arraigned in the
Town of Geneseo Court and released on his own recognizance. Parsons will return to the Town of Nunda
Court at a later date.
-Thomas M.
Delamarter, 26, Springwater NY, was arrested on November 15, charged with 3
counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, 2 counts of Criminal Mischief and
Harassment 2nd. Delamarter was arraigned
in the Town of N. Dansville Court and released on his own recognizance. Delamarter will return to the Town of Springwater
Court at a later date.
-Richee B.
Jones, 51, Rochester NY, was arrested on November 18, charged with Promoting
Prison Contraband 2nd. Jones will appear
in response to charges in the Village of Geneseo Court on a later date.
-Timothy J.
Florentine, 42, Wellsville NY, was arrested on November 20, charged with
Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle 3rd Degree. Florentine was released on an appearance
ticket to appear in response to charges in Avon Town Court on a later date.
-Richee B.
Jones, 51, Rochester NY, was arrested on November 21, charged with Possessing
Contraband while in Prison. Jones will
appear in response to charges in the Village of Geneseo Court on a later date.
-Dale D.
Sickler, 35, Canandaigua NY, was arrested on November 21, charged with Unlawful
Possession of Marihuana. Dale was
released on an appearance ticket to appear in response to charges in Avon Village
Court on a later date.
-Tony C.
Jackson, 26, Rochester NY, was arrested on November 22, charged with Possessing
Contraband while in Prison. Jackson will
appear in response to charges in the Village of Geneseo Court on a later date.
-Christina M.
Hough Wood, 40, Dalton NY, was arrested on November 23, charged with 7 counts
of Passing a Check with Insufficient Funds.
Hough Wood was released on an appearance ticket to appear in response to
charges in Nunda Town Court on a later date.
Gov. Cuomo announces approval of 88 Smart Schools investment plans totaling $75.6 Million
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has announced the approval of 88
Smart Schools Investment Plans aimed at reimagining teaching and learning for
the 21st century. The approved plans, totaling $75.6 million, are part of the
$2 billion Smart Schools Bond Act - a sweeping education technology initiative
first proposed by the Governor and overwhelmingly approved by voters. The
investments authorized will modernize classrooms across New York and
equip students with the skills they need to thrive in the global economy.
"These vital investments are playing a critical role in
expanding educational opportunity, helping schools modernize outdated
classrooms and giving students access to state-of-the-art technology to learn
and grow," Governor Cuomo said. "This funding equips students across
New York with the skills and technology they need to succeed in the 21st
century economy."
The Smart Schools Review Board met Monday for the seventh
time to consider investment plans submitted by school districts and special
education schools. The Board is comprised of the Director of the Budget, the
Chancellor of the State University of New York, and the Commissioner of the
State Education Department.
The plans approved Monday were submitted by 80 school
districts and seven special education schools. Projects include $30.0 million
for classroom technology purchases, $27.4 million for school connectivity
projects, $17.5 million for high-tech security projects, and approximately
$745,000 for prekindergarten classroom construction. Some regional schools include:
First Citizen Employees Give Back
CARING FOR THE COMMUNITY BY DONATING BLOOD
First Citizen Employees Give Back
MANSFIELD, PA— First Citizens Community Bank employees, Matt Lundgren and Amy Augustine not only serve the financial needs of the Mansfield community, but also contribute to the physical health of the region. As long-time blood donors, they are regular faces at Community Blood Bank (CBB) drives, where donations directly influence local blood supply.
“Giving blood is a good way to help the community. Plus, the snacks are good here,” Lundgren said with a laugh. Lundgren, who works in the Trust Division, has been donating blood since he was 18-years-old. “I remember donating blood after I graduated from high school,” he says. “It was something that was important to me.” He even encourages others to give the precious gift of life.
“About four years ago, Matt asked me to donate,” says Augustine. “He said we could go to the drive over our lunch break. I didn’t hesitate.” For her, the decision was personally important.
“My son, Bryan, was ten-years-old when he was first diagnosed with cancer. I know how important blood donations are,” she says. “He had hundreds of transfusions. He is doing very well now and is a freshman in college.” Augustine added that the entire process takes less than an hour.
Lundgren added, “There are a lot of kids out there like Bryan. Every donation helps them, and in my book—that is wonderful.”
Blood donations not only affect the lives of cancer patients, but they can help trauma victims, newborn infants and surgical patients. Eligible donors should be healthy, over 110 pounds, and be at least 17 years of age. In addition, a 56-day time period is required from previous donations. Donors are encouraged to eat a nutritious meal within approximately four hours prior to giving blood. Free snacks and beverages are offered following a donation to replenish a donor’s energy.
“Matt and Amy are some of the most kind and giving individuals,” commented First Citizens CEO and President, Randall E. Black.” “They gift their time to support their neighbors and friends while supporting organizations vital to their community.”
“Both Matt and Amy put the Unity in Community,” says Lora Cope, Mobile Drive Coordinator for the CBB. “Together we are impacting lives. We are extremely thankful for their dedication to serving others.
They are part of our family.”
Allegany Co GOP Leadership Caucus
Belmont, NY–The annual Allegany County Republican Leadership Caucus was held to choose the Republican Candidates for Leadership for the coming year following the regular November 27, 2017, Board Meeting with the six (6) Legislators-elect and 9 returning Legislators present. The results were as follows: Dwight “Mike” Healy (Amity, District 2) was reelected as Majority Leader for 2018, with Curtis Crandall (Belfast, District 1) chosen as Republican Candidate for Chairman of the Legislature and Philip Curran (Alfred, District 5) selected as the Republican Candidate for Legislative Vice Chairman. The candidates will be voted on by the full Board at a meeting at the Organizational Meeting on January 2, 2018, at 2:00 p.m.
Monday, November 27, 2017
'Reminder: Five Star Bank Business Training Series presented by ACCORD'
The ACCORD Small Business Assistance Program is proud to announce the 2017 Five Star Bank Business Training Series. With four different workshops planned, the Five Star Bank Business Training Series consists of two days of offered classes presented by two experts in their fields, Pamela H. Witter and Paul Mastrodonato. Pamela H. Witter will be presenting two workshops on December 5th, focusing on communication tools to gain customers and improving you and your team's leadership abilities within your organization. She will also have one-on-one consultation time available at the end of each, so bring any materials you'd like to review!
Paul Mastrodonato of Nonprofit Works will be presenting the other two workshops on December 14th focusing on media relations (relationship building with local media outlets and developing press releases) and developing the all-important Strategic Plan for your organization.
The Five Star Bank Business Training Series is free for all interested, but prior registration is required. To register for one workshop or all of them in the series, please contact ACCORD's Business and Loan Manager at 585-268-7080 or bpayne@accordcorp.org to set up a registration intake appointment."
Wellsville: Bids sought for Airport work
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that sealed bid Proposals are sought
and requested for performance of a contract, according to specifications, to be
let by the Town of Wellsville, New York for the Wellsville Municipal Airport as follows:
REHABILITATE
LONG HANGAR
The project includes but is not limited to:
Replacement of the existing long hangar sectional overhead
doors, motors, and associated controls with new sectional overhead doors,
motors, and controls. The Work will also involve painting, electrical panel
replacement, all required conduit, electrical cable, testing, inspection, startup,
and testing of all new equipment and systems installed as part of this project.
Sealed bid Proposals for the above Project at the Wellsville
Municipal Airport in the Town of Wellsville, New York will be received by the
Town of Wellsville at 156 N. Main Street, Wellsville, New York 14895 until 2:00
pm prevailing time on Tuesday, December
19th, 2017. The bid Proposals will be publicly opened by the Town of Wellsville and read at 2:00 pm
on the same date.
PDF sets of the Contract Documents and Bid
Forms will be available beginning November 28th, 2017.
Contractors may sign up for plans and download them directly from the internet
at no cost by accessing McFarland Johnson’s Bid Portal by visiting www.mjinc.com/BidProjects.html
under the project name “Wellsville Municipal Airport Rehabilitate Long Hangar”. The Bidders are
responsible for checking the above website for all project updates, including
all Addenda.
Questions regarding problems accessing the portal
or documents, or pertaining to the
technical specifications should be directed to Bill Fletcher,
McFarland-Johnson, Inc., 607-723-9421 x267.
Bidders must supply all the information required by the
proposal forms.
A pre-bid conference will be held in the terminal at Wellsville
Municipal Airport, 2600 Tarantine Road, Wellsville, NY on December 5th, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. Attendance by prospective
bidders is strongly recommended.
A Cashier’s Check, drawn upon a state of national bank, or a
Proposal Bond with a Surety’s Bond Affidavit, in the penal sum of five percent
(5%) of the total maximum bid price will be required with each bid Proposal.
The proposed contract is exempt from New York State Executive Law
Article 15-A, Section 315. As such, no minimum requirements for Minority
Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)
participation are included in this contract. However, the Contractor is
requested to make every effort to include M/WBE participation in the work of
this contract.
All bid Proposals are to be delivered to The Town of Wellsville, New York with the following information
clearly labeled on the outside of an opaque, sealed envelope: project number,
location of airport and name and business address of the bidder. When sent by
mail, preferably registered, the sealed proposal, marked as indicated above,
should be enclosed in an additional envelope. Any bid proposals received after
the deadline will not be opened or considered.
The Town of Wellsville
reserves the right to reject any and all bid Proposals and to waive any
informality in bid Proposals received.
Wellsville Police Blotter
Date: Friday November
24, 2017
Wellsville Police arrested Brandon M. Carl, age 25 of
Wellsville, charging him with Criminal Possession of a Hypodermic
Instrument. The charge stems from an
incident that took place on Farnum Street in the Village. Carl was processed, issued an appearance
ticket and released to a third party.
Carl is due to appear in Wellsville Village Court on December 19th at
4:30 p.m.
Wellsville Police arrested Jessica E. Pascale, age 40 of
Little Genesee, charging her with AUO 3rd (Aggravated Unlicensed Operation 3rd)
and No/Inadequate Lights. The charges
stem from a traffic stop on East Dyke Street in the Village. Pascale was issued traffic citations and
released. Pascale is due to appear in
Wellsville Village Court on December 12th at 4:30 p.m.
Wellsville woman faces new charge
On Nov. 21, Wellsville Police, acting on a Bench Warrant
issued by the Village Court, arrested Diane R. Newsome, age 19 of Wellsville,
for a Violation of a pre-trial release.
Newsome was additionally charged with one count of Conspiracy 4th (Class
E Felony), for an incident that took place on Seneca Street on October
5th. Newsome was processed and arraigned
before Wellsville Village Judge O’Connor.
Newsome was committed to the Allegany County Jail on $10,000 cash bail
or $20,000 property bond. Newsome is due
back in Wellsville Village Court on December 19th at 4:30 p.m.
Obituary: Jesse E. Bedow, 83, Nile
Jesse E. Bedow, 83, of 7199, Times Square, Nile, passed away
Saturday, November 25, 2017 at Jones Memorial Hospital, following a lengthy
illness. Born October 8, 1934 in Corry, PA, he was the son of Ernest and Arlie
Rogers Bedow. On August 29, 1953, in Union City, PA he married the former
Dorothy L. Mead, who survives.
Jesse grew up in Union City. PA where he attended the school
district there. In 1964 he came to Nile working at the Friendship Dairies for a
few years. From there Jesse went to work at Worthington Corp. in Wellsville for
a short time then went to work at the Milk plant at Alfred State College in
Alfred. At this time He and his wife began Bedow Refrigeration in Nile until
his retirement in 1994.
Jesse enjoyed dairy farming, repairing most anything such as
lawn mowers, wood working, traveling and always ready to lend a helping hand to
anyone. Most of all he loved his family and spending time with them, especially
his Grandchildren.
He was a life member of the Friendship Fire Dept. and a
driver for the Friendship Ambulance Squad.
Surviving besides his wife Dorothy are two sons, Larry L.
(Sue Parks) Bedow and Steven E. (Rena) Bedow both of Friendship; three
daughters, Debra K. Greene of Richburg, Cindy R. (Ted Whitcher) Davison of
Friendship and Karen S. (Frank) Illerbrun of Friendship; 13 grandchildren and
23 great grandchildren; a brother, Robert (Shirley) Bedow of Spartensburg, PA;
two sisters, Shirley Wittig and Donna Fayeh both of Corry, PA; and several
nieces and nephews.
Jesse was predeceased by a brother, Ken Bedow; a sister,
Alice Goodwill; and a grandson, Timothy Greene.
Friends may call at
the Treusdell Funeral Home, Friendship 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday November 28,
2017 and 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 29, 2017. Funeral Services will
be held Wednesday November 29, 2017 at 11 a.m. The Rev. Al Batt, pastor of the
South Side Union Chapel of Olean will officiate and burial will be in Maple Grove
Cemetery, Friendship. Donations may be made to the family of Jesse C/O
Treusdell Funeral Home Box 85 Friendship, NY 14739.
Obituary: Shirley Rees Fleet, 93, Coudersport
Shirley Rees Fleet “beloved sister and aunt”
COUDERSPORT---Shirley Rees Fleet, 93, a longtime resident of
Coudersport, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, in Cole Memorial
Hospital, Coudersport, after a long illness.
Born on December 13, 1923 in Nanticoke, she was a daughter
of John H. and June A. Thomas Rees. On
August 18, 1956 in the First Presbyterian Church in Nanticoke, she married
Walter R. Fleet, Jr., who passed away on July 14, 2011.
Shirley was a graduate of Nanticoke High School and was a
graduate of Wilkes College in Wilkes Barre.
She received her Master’s degree in Biological Sciences from Penn State
University. She was a biology/chemistry
teacher in Matawan, NJ and also in Sayre, Pa.
She was also a real estate broker in Flemington, NJ.
Shirley was a member of the Park United Methodist Church in
Coudersport, where she served as a lay pastor and was a member of the choir.
She was a former member of the Coudersport Golf Club and a former member of the
former Coudersport Women’s Bowling League. Shirley was a proud member of the
Daughters of the American Revolution. She was an accomplished writer having
published poetry and family cookbooks. She had previously served as a volunteer
at Cole Memorial Hospital in Coudersport and also served as a volunteer at
Sweden Valley Manor. She was a lover of the outdoors. She greatly loved her
time spent at her home on Lake Silkworth and her home in Coudersport. She cherished her family, church and many
friends.
Surviving are a brother, Ronald David Rees of Nanticoke; a
sister, Mildred Plummer of Jenkintown; and many nieces and nephews, including
John F. (Linda) Domaleski of Coudersport, Martha J. (David) Pennell of Galeton,
June (Roy) Hill of Wellsboro, Robert Leete of Coudersport, John Plummer of
Delaware, Edward “Butch” Rees of South Carolina, and Tom (Cindy) Leete of
Sterling, Alaska.
In addition to her parents and husband, Shirley was
predeceased by eleven siblings, Malvern Rees, George Edward Rees, Laureen Ann
Watts, Lois Mae Leete, Mary R. Domaleski, Almena Vaughn, Grace Rosalee
Pfuntner, Madge Rees, Laurence Rees, John H. Rees, Jr. and Jane Turley.
Family and friends may call from 11am to noon on Saturday,
December 2, 2017, at the Park United Methodist Church, Coudersport, where a
memorial service will follow at noon with the Rev. Scott Ogden, pastor,
officiating. Burial will be in Eulalia
Cemetery, Coudersport.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Park United
Methodist Church, 15 East 3rd Street, Coudersport, PA 16915 or to Cole Memorial
Hospital, 1001 East Second Street, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Shirley’s family has entrusted her care to Kevin J.
Dusenbury, Funeral Director/Owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home,
Shinglehouse.
To express condolences or share a fond memory of Shirley,
please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com.
Sunday, November 26, 2017
NY State Police Blotter
11/25/17 11:45pm- State Police arrested investigated a domestic dispute and later arrested Donna J. Shelton, 44, of Centerville. She was charged with 2nd degree menacing with a weapon and harassment with physical contact. She was released on her own recognizance.
11/26/17 1:51am- During a traffic stop on State Route 19 in Willing, Troopers arrested Amber N. Tompkins, 31, of Greenwood. She was charged with driving while intoxicated and BAC above .08%. Court action is pending.
11/26/17 1:51am- During a traffic stop on State Route 19 in Willing, Troopers arrested Amber N. Tompkins, 31, of Greenwood. She was charged with driving while intoxicated and BAC above .08%. Court action is pending.
Local Artisans Featured at Houghton’s 31st Annual Christmas Art & Craft Fair
HOUGHTON, NY - Houghton College is pleased to host its 31st Annual Christmas Art & Craft Fair on Thursday, December 7 and Friday, December 8 in the Reinhold Campus Center. This event runs from 10 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. both days, and is open to the public. There is no cost to browse the fair.
Each year, the Art and Craft Fair is held in the beginning of December and provides community members and students the opportunity to find something special for the holidays while supporting local artisans and small businesses from across Western New York.
This year’s selection of vendors will sell handmade, one-of-a-kind artwork and local goods including, but not limited to:
* Alpaca wool scarves, socks, gloves, shawls, and sweaters
* Books, journals, cards, stationery, and other paper gift items
* Delicious local maple syrup and jams
* Naturally based makeup and skin care
* Original artwork, greeting cards, and prints of original paintings
* Pottery such as mugs, bowls, cups, plates, candleholders, and serving ware
* Soaps and bath products
* Stained glass pendants
* Sterling silver, bead, and glass jewelry items
* Textiles, such as baby blankets, pillowcases, coasters, and more
* Wooden crafts including toys, ornaments, cutting boards, utensils, decor and more
Shoppers will be given an opportunity to test their luck in daily raffles featuring vendors’ items with their raffle ticket received for each transaction made at the fair. Vendors will be located on the main and lower levels of the Reinhold Campus Center.
Additionally, the Houghton College Campus Store will be running its Gift Sale that week, with 20 percent off all gifts as well as buy-one-get-one-half-off jewelry purchases.
Each year, the Art and Craft Fair is held in the beginning of December and provides community members and students the opportunity to find something special for the holidays while supporting local artisans and small businesses from across Western New York.
This year’s selection of vendors will sell handmade, one-of-a-kind artwork and local goods including, but not limited to:
* Alpaca wool scarves, socks, gloves, shawls, and sweaters
* Books, journals, cards, stationery, and other paper gift items
* Delicious local maple syrup and jams
* Naturally based makeup and skin care
* Original artwork, greeting cards, and prints of original paintings
* Pottery such as mugs, bowls, cups, plates, candleholders, and serving ware
* Soaps and bath products
* Stained glass pendants
* Sterling silver, bead, and glass jewelry items
* Textiles, such as baby blankets, pillowcases, coasters, and more
* Wooden crafts including toys, ornaments, cutting boards, utensils, decor and more
Shoppers will be given an opportunity to test their luck in daily raffles featuring vendors’ items with their raffle ticket received for each transaction made at the fair. Vendors will be located on the main and lower levels of the Reinhold Campus Center.
Additionally, the Houghton College Campus Store will be running its Gift Sale that week, with 20 percent off all gifts as well as buy-one-get-one-half-off jewelry purchases.