the villager - may 5-11, 2011 - volume 6, issue 18

May 5-11, 2011 Volume 06 ~ Issue 18

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Flooding Postpones Marina PlansWater Levels Keep Onoville Closed; Opening Date “Indefi nitely Postponed”

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2010 Census FiguresCatt. Co. Planning Board Discusses Population Changes

Adventure RunHeartRateUp.org Event in Allegany this Weekend

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Recreation Manager Jeff Davis says that, due to rising water levels in the Allegheny Reservoir, the opening date is being “indefi nitely postponed.” As of Monday morning, May 2nd, the Allegheny Reservoir water level was roughly at 1336 feet above sea level. This is approximately eight feet above the normal summer pool level of 1328 feet above sea level.

BY NICHOLAS PIRCIOWPIG, 95.7 FM

Farmers worried about their crops and homeowners longing for some decent spring-cleaning weather aren’t the only ones praying for some sunshine. All this water is causing Onoville Marina to delay the opening of their 2011 season. Recreation Manager Jeff Davis says that, due to rising water levels in the Allegheny Reservoir, the opening date is being “indefi nitely postponed.” Davis cites serious fl ooding in the Ohio River basin as adversely affecting operations at Onoville. The opening date had originally been scheduled for Friday, May 6th. Davis reports that as of Monday morning, May 2nd, the Allegheny Reservoir water level was roughly at 1336 feet above sea level. This is


Members of the Cattaraugus County Planning Board will bring copies of the 2010 Census fi gures back to their respective towns after the board’s April 28th meeting, last Thursday. Vice Chairman Paul

Photo: County population (2010 Census) is 80,317. Numbers in pa-renthesses are Town totals including those living in the Territory portion of the town. Overall, Cattaraugus County saw a drop in pop-ulation of 3,638 from April fi rst of 2000 until April fi rst of 2010. The latest census puts the county population at 80,317.

Mager discussed the population changes, saying, ”There’s a lot more information since the fi gures originally came out in March.” Mager explained to board members that although not shown on the map which they received, village totals are included

By Brittany WhiteVanessa Elder, (Daughter of Party Squad Band’s Famed David Elder) a senior at BAVPA, is co-starring in a very unique production starting Friday May 6th. Vanessa, along with Connor Graham, and Daniel Henderson have student-directed their version of Jonathan Larson’s autobiographical musical, Tick Tick Boom! The play will run from May 6th to May 22nd starting at 8pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and 6pm on Sundays at the Subversive Theatre in Buffalo, NY.

BY MEAGHAN O’ROURKEST. BONAVENTURE UNIVERSITY

Come one! Come all to a carnival! Friday, May 13 marks the kick off to Salamanca’s 2nd Annual Carnival in the Park. Take a spin on the Zipper or Ring of Fire rides, race down the giant slide or ride the carousel and Ferris wheel! In a park fi lled with many rides and carnival games, everyone can fi nd something to enjoy at the carnival in Veteran’s Memorial Park on Broad Street, said Jenny Ingrao, members’ services and events manager at the Salamanca Chamber of Commerce. Festivities run from 3-9 p.m. on Friday. They will pick up at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 14 and run until 9 p.m. On Sunday, May 15 activities

will begin at 11 a.m. and the event will close at 5 p.m. Carnival vendors will be set up throughout the weekend to sell food including pizza, fried dough, burgers, onion rings and cotton candy. “There will be all types of yummy carnival food,” said Ingrao. There will also be a beer tent set up with a Miller Light Distributor Ride tickets can be purchased at a fi ve-for-fi ve until Thursday, May 12. After that, ticket prices will range from $3-$4 at the carnival. “It’s quite the savings if you buy them in advance,” Ingrao said. There will be a Disney trip raffl e to enter for a chance to spend a week in Orlando, Fla. Tickets for the raffl e,

BY ERIC HUNDUNIV OF PITT AT BRADFORD

You can burn some calories and donate to charity all while enjoying some nice spring weather this Saturday, May 7, during the annual Allegany Adventure Run. The Allegany Adventure Run, which is organized by HeartRateUp.com and is part of the Eastern Grip Trail Running Series, features three separate trail races of 6-kilometer, 13-kilometer and 22-kilometer. The race kicks off the groups trail running season, and the proceeds from the entrance fees go to the American Diabetes Association and the Nordic Ski Patrol. Participants in the race will compete as males, females or masters in six different age groups: 19-years-old or younger, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60 plus. The 22k race acts as a qualifi er to participate in other Easter Grip Trail Running Series events. A post-race lunch and refreshments, as well as a number of door prizes from the events sponsors will follow the races. A post-race awards ceremony will reward the best overall male, female and master male and female of each age division. One lucky individual will receive a Timex Ironman Global GPS Sport Watch valued at over $250. A Moonwalk race will also take place during the post-race picnic, with a prizes awarded to the fastest male and female racer.

The 22k race starts at 9:30am, the 13k race starts at 9:45am and the 6k race starts at 10am. You can register at the Summit Trailhead Ski Cabin inside the Red House section of the park starting at 8am on May 7.

By Nicholas PircioThe former Manufacturer Hanover Bank building sits at the corner of State and Union Streets and has long been an Olean landmark. It’s also been empty for many years, to the dismay of many residents and a score of city administrations. The current Mayor, Linda Witte, sees signs of hope in the latest efforts to bring the building back to life, although nothing under consideration is defi nite. The building is owned by the Olean Urban Renewal Agency, which met on April 20th. Mayor Witte, who is on the agency board, says approximately four developers are looking at it.

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Relay for Life Party“Rock and Roll” Theme This Friday at Ellicottville Brewing CompanyTeam Mariposa would like to announce a ROCK N ROLL RELAY PARTY to be held at the Ellicottville Brewing Company, Friday May 6th from 7 to 10pm. There will be light appetizers, cash bar, door prizes and 50/50 raffl es! Live music will be provided by Blues Brothers and Generation. A $5 donation at the door enters you in the drawings and benefi ts Team Mariposa for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Catta-raugus County. Come and support a great cause and have a great time!!!

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Ladies Club Donates $6,500HoliMont Ellicottville Ski Club Presents Check to Alzheimer’s Association

Center, Lisa LaValley, Assistant Director of Development for Alzheimer’s Association of WNY, along with Laura DeCinque (left) and Debbie Fierle, (right) co-chairs of ESC Ladies’ Day.

The ladies of the Ellicottville Ski Club held their 6th annual “Ladies’ Day”. As a result of the day of skiing, and the dinner complete with raffl es and live auction that followed, the women raised $6,300 to benefi t this year’s recipient, “Alzheimer’s Association of Western New York.” What began 6 years ago as an informal ski day followed by a dinner prepared by the men of club has grown to be an annual fundraising event. The women have now raised over $16,300. Past recipients include Family Support for Ellicottville, the Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program at Holiday Valley, Mercy Flight of Western New York and Susan G. Komen for the Cure of Western New York. In addition to donations from ESC members, nearly every local business contributed to this year’s auction and raffl e. An enthusiastic live auction featured items such as a Tamarack golf and ski package from Holiday Valley, a Paella dinner for 10, a handmade crystal necklace, (what were some of the other live auction items?) Laura DeCinque and Deb Fierle, co-chairs of the annual ESC Ladies’ Day event commented, “Our event is so successful in part thanks to the area businesses, as well as the ESC members, and their generous contributions over the past six years.“ The Western New York Chapter of Alzheimer’s Association is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) nonprofi t, donor-supported organization. Programs and services are made

possible through contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations. The chapter uses 77% of funds raised for programs and services in the eight counties of Western New York. The dual mission of the Alzheimer’s Association is to advance research to fi nd a cure or prevention while enhancing the quality of life for people with Alzheimer’s and their families. Lisa LaValley, Assistant Director of Development for Alzheimer’s Association of WNY commented, “It is the local support, and events such

as Ladies’ Day at ESC, thatare helping the mission ofAlzheimer’s Association ofWNY. We are striving toeliminate Alzheimer’s diseasethrough the advancement ofresearch, to provide and enhancecare and support for all affectedand to reduce the risk of dementiathrough the promotion of brainhealth. We are overwhelmedand thankful to the members ofthe Ellicottville Ski Club, andto all the local businesses thatmade donations, for their effortsin ensuring such a successfulevent.”

As I sit here in my offi ce writing this, I am watching the rivulets of springtime rain streak down my window – yet again. The folks out in Seattle couldn’t possibly

be ahead of Ellicottville, NY in the rain gauge department. After such an epic winter season, I can’t help but think “what if all this rain was snow?” and then I realize if it was, we could ski or board until late July. Maybe August… Now, that would be truly epic. Alas, it’s May and not February, and we have many more golfers, joggers, boaters and hikers than skiers, snow boarders, snow-shoers, and cross country ski folks. So, just through the combined sheer will of all these green grassers, I’m pretty sure warmer, sunny days will eventually arrive. Father Time will indeed triumph over Mother Nature. Happens every time, you know… Meanwhile, I need to take advantage of this indoor respite. Our sister publication, The Villager – Lakeside edition, will begin her summer/fall run as our neighbors around Chautauqua

Lake start to open their shuttered cottages. The Villager Rockies little league team will be taking the fi eld soon (got to support those cute little athletes!), and I’ve been thinking about throwing a little Cinco De Mayo fi esta, complete with piñatas fi lled with something besides candy. Love to plan a party! Last, but certainly not least, I’ll be checking out the Chamber’s event calendar and making plans for all the awesome affairs they’ve scheduled for our upcoming entertainment down this way. Before you know it, my social dance card will be all fi lled up! Prior planning prevents poor performance – and boredom. So, dear readers, I heartily recommend you also use this wet season to seriously assess your fun-in-the-sun options. It’s never too early to start scheduling!

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Monday league began Sunday May 2. This Sunday the club is offering a Mother’s Day break-fast. Men’s Thursday League begins this Thursday, May 5. Ladies League begins May 17. The Pro Am is May 23 and the Elkdale Open is June 5.

S. Tier Corp. Challenge Run Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce Presents Drive, June 22

The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce invites all companies to participate in the Southern Tier Corporate Challenge Run/Walk on Wednesday, June 22 at the Cattaraugus County Campus of Jamestown Community College. The event was created by GOACC with the goal of supporting companies in creating internal wellness programs. “It’s an opportunity for companies to encourage their employees to get out and exercise,” said Meme Yanetsko,

GOACC Chief Operating Offi cer. “The companies walk together or run so it’s just a great networking and team building opportunity for companies.” This fi rst ever 5K Corporate Challenge is about living healthy. The race is open to both corporate and community teams. The challenge concludes with “Olean’s Largest Offi ce Party” following the race complete with awards. The registration fee is $20 per participant. The 3.5-mile road race will run throughout

downtown beginning and ending at JCC-Olean. Sponsors for the 1st ever Southern Tier Corporate Challenge 5K are M&T Bank, Subway Subs, Integrys Energy, Olean High School Sports Boosters, and GOACC. From small companies to large corporations, the event will promote health, wellness and fi tness among companies and their employees, families and individuals. For more information call (716) 372-4433 or email [email protected].

Comedy & Music NightKnights of Columbus to Host Event in Olean this Saturday

The Mental Health Association In Cattaraugus County and the Knights of Columbus Council 338 are co-presenting a Family Fun Day and Comedy and Music Night on Saturday May 7. All events will take place at the Knights of Columbus:129 Hamilton Ave., Olean.

ZBA Approves PlansExpresses Concerns Over Van Buren Place Homesize and Drainage

BY JOHN THOMASSTAFF WRITER

At the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting Tuesday night Mr. Jim DiGiore presented revised plans for a home he wishes to build at 10 Van Buren Place. At issue is the fact that the village has an easement on the property of 30 feet to allow for sewage and water pipes to pass through the property to allow for any future development on the hillside behind Van Buren Place. Mr. DiGiore is planning a 59 foot wide home which would encroach on the easements. However, it’s generally accepted that no development will occur on the hillside, as the owner of the land used up his housing allotment in building a condo development on a different part of the same parcel. Mr. DiGiore stated that he had an alternative smaller house plan should he be unable to obtain approval for the full relief he is requesting. The board also expressed

concern over the drainage of water off his property. The board pointed out that a 59 foot wide home would not allow for much drainage on either side of the property. As planned the home would have eight feet of space to the property line on one side and 10 feet on the other. One board member expressed, “at eight feet you’re not leaving yourself a lot of drainage.” The board wanted to be sure that any water draining off the roof and the property did not drain onto his neighbors land. At fi rst the board seemed disinclined to grant him permission to build on the easement, and at one point Mr. DiGiore commented, “I guess I’ll build myself a 55 foot house.” Nevertheless the board continued exploring ways they could accommodate his request, examining various schemes to solve the drainage issue. The board pointed out that due to the slope most of the water would drain off one side of the house. They looked at having the owner install a swale

on each side of the house and additional drainage on the ten foot side of the house. Finally a compromise was reached, the board voted to recommend to the Village Board that the easement on the property be reduced to ten feet. The motion contained several provisions: the house would be set back 11 feet on the west side to allow for a one foot roof overhang, and eight feet on the east side. This would result in a 56 wide foot home on the property. Also he must create a swale on both sides of the house. The motion was contingent on the Village Board accepting the recommendation from the ZBA to reduce the easement to ten feet. At one point in the meeting Mr. DiGiore stated that he wants to retire to Ellicottville and build a house a short walk to downtown. The 10 Van Buren property was the best available lot close to town. The Village Board remains the only obstacle for his plans.

Gazebo Series AnnouncedEllicottville Chamber of Commerce Presents Free Thursday Concerts

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OLEAN -- For the fourth year in a row, basketball lovers can enjoy traveling the Southern Tier and playing in three Gus Macker Tournaments - Warren, Hornell, and Olean. The three Gus Mackers and Community Bank, NA are sponsoring the 3 on 3 by THREE WHO. The WHO will recognize players who participate in the 3 tournaments: Warren (June 4, 5); Hornell (July 30, 31); and

Olean (August 20, 21) with a complimentary I TOURED THE WHO shirt. Again this year, all players that are designated as the Gus Macker WHO players will be eligible to win a free team in 2012 from the three WHO cities! WHO stands for W-Warren, H-Hornell, O-Olean. Last year’s Olean Gus Macker event was a huge success with two hundred ninety-four teams

playing, an increase of 12 teamsover 2009 tournament. Thetournament had 1,176registered players. Werecognized NINETY-EIGHTplayers who participatedin the 3 tournamentsin the Southern Tier. To register for the WHO,please visit the website,gusmackerolean.org, or call theGreater Olean Area Chamberof Commerce.

Unsung Hero RecipientOlean Resident , Peg Bothner, Volunteers Selfl essly to Pines Healthcare

Mrs. Peg Bothner will receive the Unsung Hero – an individual recognized for ‘outstanding but behind the scenes’ service in a segment of our community. The Pines Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center nominated Peg. She comes to their facility once or twice a month and does an activity with the residents. One resident is chosen to have their portrait done in shades of charcoal. Residents gather with soft music playing to watch Peg’s sketch unfold. The facility maintenance staff makes the frames for the sketches but Peg donates all other materials and time. The most recent portrait is displayed in the lobby of the facility with a historical background of the resident. The original charcoal sketch is given to the resident. Copies are made for other family members. Peg makes them feel very special with compliments given to all her subjects. Families are so touched by the portraits that they are often on display at the person’s wake. Peg was inspired to do this act of kindness as a thank you to the facility that cared for her mother, Frances O’Malley, who lived to be 104. When Frances passed away in 2004, Peg decided this would be a fi tting gesture of appreciation.

Local Vet Receives AwardEnchanted Mountains Martial Arts Acad. Honors Purple Heart Recipient

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You might think the toughest thing a soldier faces is a combat zone, but many veterans suffer as much anxiety returning home. “Vets often feel alienated from their old lives,” says Vetrepreneur® Barry A. Broughton, founder of A.K.T. American Freestyle Karate and Enchanted Mountain Martial Arts Academy (EMMAA). “When vets lose the structure, discipline, and camaraderie they experienced while serving, they often feel disconnected and isolated. That’s why we offer veterans like Purple Heart Recipient, John K. Miller, a full scholarship to our academy. Veterans need a place where they can feel a sense of community, especially within the fi rst fi ve years of being discharged.” One could argue that all vets deserve a helping hand, but for Broughton, a veteran Battalion Medical Offi cer in the U.S. Army, it’s about teamwork and continuing to serve. “Vets like being around other vets. They share a similar work ethic and an innate connection from being part of something bigger than themselves. They understand and embrace selfl ess service regardless of personal risk.” A prime example is Sgt. John K. Miller, who was shot through both legs in November of 2008 while serving in Kandahar Afghanistan, “the most dangerous district in the province.” Sgt. Miller’s former commander, Brigadier General William C. Hix, says, “[Sgt. Miller’s] courage was never more evident than when he was wounded...while fi ghting in a combined Afghan-Canadian operation...His self aid and team work with his fellow advisors ensured he was properly treated without a loss of fi re superiority or momentum against the enemy.” After many surgeries and a demanding recovery, Sgt. Miller continues to serve in the Army

National Guard and is a ROTC cadet. He is attending college at the University of Pittsburgh Bradford. When asked why he deserved the scholarship to EMMAA, Sgt. Miller’s reply was, “I do not believe that I am any more deserving of this scholarship than anyone else. I have a desire to learn about martial arts and myself and to grow as a person. This is why I want to be a part of this academy.” “Where else do you see such selfl ess service?” Broughton asks. “Too often there is an unspoken expectation of dividends on other side, or an acknowledgement of some kind. But soldiers like Sgt. Miller expect nothing in return and are lifelong servants for the greater good. They epitomize the mindset of the majority of veterans serving our country.” Veterans need and deserve a place where they can experience a sense of community while assimilating back into a civilian lifestyle. Army Veteran Stephan Brown, awarded a partial scholarship at EMMAA, says, “[I] look...to meet like-minded people...to regain the discipline...lacking in my life since I have left the service. I believe that belonging to a part of something always helps people to grow stronger mentally and enforce standards that will improve a greater sense of life as a whole.” Veteran owned businesses like EMMAA understand that a lack of gathering places where vets can train and work together may be one reason there is a high incidence of unemployed and homeless veterans. Vets are used to physical exercise and daily training. A discipline such as martial arts can be an excellent means for vets to engage and experience a sense of community with the civilian sector. Broughton claims that training in martial arts helped raise his confi dence and prepare him physically and mentally for the Army, as well as helping him transition back to a civilian lifestyle. “Joining the Army

was the best thing I ever did,” Broughton says. “I learned leadership and that being part of a team means something. Training in martial arts is the only other discipline where I felt the spirit of camaraderie that I experienced in the service. I want every person, cadet, veteran, or civilian, who enters our A.K.T. Training Center to feel that same sense of connection and desire to serve something greater than themselves.” Serving is a common theme and often a lifelong journey for veterans like Broughton, who is a Patriot Guard Rider (www.pa t r io tgua rd .o rg ) “an organization supporting those who risk their lives for America’s freedom and security.” The motorcyclists are patriotic individuals who attend military funerals and deployment ceremonies as well as greeting troops when they return from overseas duty. Broughton also supports Wounded Warrior Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org) whose mission is “To honor and empower wounded warriors...to foster the most successful, well-adjusted generation of wounded warriors in this nation’s history.” Facing the challenging and sometimes emotional struggle of coming home is an experience all servicemembers eventually share. Veteran businesses like EMMAA (aktkarate.com) are providing places and programs to assist veterans with this transition. “It’s an honor to offer scholarships to veterans like Sgt. Miller and Stephan Brown who willingly risked their lives defending the security of our country,” Broughton says. “It’s a privilege to have them train at our academy.” About the Author: Wendy Lindstrom is the author of Shades of Honor, an award-winning post Civil War novel about one man’s struggle to rebuild his life after soldiering in a horrifi c war. More at www.wendylindstrom.com

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Pictured: Brad Spink (left) of the Letro MacIntosh Spink Fu-neral Home was honored with the Daniel O’Keefe Memorial Award in the community Provider Category. The Rev. Sam Marchetta (right), spiritual care coordinator for HomeCare & Hospice, was honored with the Daniel O’Keefe Memorial Award in the Hospice Caregiving Staff Category.

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WELLSVILLE - HomeCare & Hospice and Total Senior Care honored employees, volunteers and supporters at its 26th Annual Awards Banquet Saturday (April 30). It also marked two milestones for the organization: 40 years of providing home care services and 20 years of serving hospice patients. Two area recipients were honored with a Daniel O’Keefe Memorial Award for their service to the hospice program. Brad Spink of the Letro-MacIntosh-Spink Funeral Home, of Olean and Cuba, was honored as a community provider. “Mr. Spink showed great compassion to the family of a Wellsville patient who passed away He was extremely understanding and helpful to this family in their time of need. They were very grateful for his kindness,” said Kate Miller, director of clinical services for HomeCare & Hospice. Spiritual Support Coordinator Sam Marchetta, who serves Cattaraugus County, was honored as a member of the hospice caregiving staff. Of the Rev. Marchetta’s work, Miller said, “He provides meaningful spiritual and emotional support to the patients and families he serves. His only concern for hospice patients and families is to help them fi nd their source of strength and experience peace and comfort at the last. He practices focused listening and is open to the religious and spiritual beliefs of patients and families. He consults with other clergy when he is not familiar with a patient’s beliefs. He is highly respected by and is highly respectful of his co-workers.” Several employees and volunteers from Cattaraugus and Allegany counties took home I.C.A.R.E. Awards named for the organization’s Core Values. Winners include Jo Anne Holmes of Delevan,

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Patricia Caswell of Salamanca, Diane Clayson of Cuba, NY, and Cynthia England of Little Valley; 5 years - Kimberly Childs of Olean, Anne Davis of Salamanca, Laura Sue Doner of Salamanca, and Jennifer Newhand of Machias. Recognized for cumulative hours of volunteer service were: 100 hours - Melissa Grantier of Wellsville; 300 hours - George Bernatz of Delevan and Maunie Ketchner of Olean; 400 hours - Barbara Johnston of Cuba, NY; 600 hours - Mary Jane Smith of Allegany; 1,000 hours - Nancy Doner of Hinsdale; 1,100 hours - Donna Dorson of Olean; 1,200 hours - Madge Ash of Olean, and Teresa Clark of Wellsville; 1,500 hours - Rose Dahar of Wellsville; 2,000 hours - Sr. Regina Aman of Olean; 2,300 hours - Pat Coats of Allegany; and 3,000 hours - Alice Altenburg of Allegany. HomeCare & Hospice, a non-profi t United Way agency, provides specialized medical care and social/emotional support for patients and families coping with terminal illness in Allegany, Cattaraugus, Genesee and Wyoming counties. The agency is an E.O.E.

Walsh Students RecognizedS. Tier Academy Students Awarded for National Mythology Exam

Olean, NY—May 2, 2011. The students at Southern Tier Catholic School and Archbishop Walsh Academy recently participated in the 2011 National Mythology Exam conducted by the American Classical League. Of the students participating, one student received a perfect score and thus the Athena Gold Award of Excellence, another student received a Silver Medallion (scoring between 95-99), three students were given Bronze Medallions (scoring between 90-94) and six students received Honorable Mentions (scoring between 84-89). The American Classical League (ACL) was founded in 1919 for the purpose of fostering the study of classical languages in the United States and Canada. ACL sponsors National Junior Classical League (NJCL)

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literature, and culture of Greece and Rome in the classroom for all academic levels. [http://www.etclassics.org/nme.html] Students recognized for their outstanding results on this national exam are as follows: Athena Gold Award of Excellence (perfect score): Tristan Davis (8th grade); Silver Medallion (95-99): Esther Jermann (7th grade)Bronze Medallion (90-94):Ethan Clarke (8th grade), Trey Greer (8th grade), Kieze Hund (9th grade)Honorable Mention (84-88): Logan Clark (12th grade), Gregor Greer (9th grade), Bryan Allaire (10th grade), Shellie DiMartino (9th grade), Casey Hale (9th grade), Frances Quigley (9th grade). Congratulations to these students on their national academic achievement.

Art Apprentice ProgramRoutes to Art Introduces New Student Initiative, May 20-22, 2011

The Cattaraugus County Arts Council is excited to introduce a new element to the Routes to Art (RTA) weekend in 2011. The RTA Apprentice Project would allow RTA artists to serve as an artistic mentor for an area high school student

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2011 Biennial Art ShowCall For Artists for Prestigious Annual Juried Exhibit: Deadline June 10 CCAC is happy to announce that the prestigious 2011 Southern Tier Biennial (STB) was funded in full thanks to our program partner, the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation. The STB is a professionally juried contemporary art exhibition open to eight counties of the

Southern Tier, designed to make a measurable and positive difference for rural artists by offering an opportunity to take part in the process of a professional art competition and be rewarded for those efforts. The call for artists is now open and deadline for entries is June

10. The STB exhibition opening is scheduled for September 17 at the Olean Public Library Gallery and JCC Center Gallery. Paper prospectus is available at CCAC offi ce at 100 West Main Street or by request at [email protected] or 716-372-7455.

Master Gardener ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension Offers Free Class This Friday, May 6 “A Garden for Every Personality” Presented by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Program of Cattaraugus County Saturday May 7, 2011 at the CCE Building/Nannen Arboretum, 28 Parkside Drive in Ellicottville, New York

from 8:30 am through 1 pm for an afternoon of presentations related to the Gardens for Every Personality. This event is FREE but registration is required. Call our offi ce at (716)699-2377 ext 125 to register. Presentations offered will include “Growing

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Olean-Wide Garage SaleGOACC Schedules Community-Wide Sale for May 21, 2011

OLEAN -- The offi cials at Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce have scheduled the Community-Wide Garage Sale on Saturday, May 21, from 9 AM until 4 PM. The Chamber is encouraging people to get up in their attics, basements, and garages and start sorting and cleaning. Betty Burrows, Program Associate at GOACC states, “Garage sales are very well attended events. More than 165 houses participated last year and more than 350 maps were handed out. We encourage residents to hold garage sales at their homes or join with neighbors to hold

block sales.” For anyone who is interested in holding a garage sale at their home, they need to register their address with GOACC to be placed on the garage sale map for a $3 fee. GOACC will need address, and a short list of items that the home would be selling. Deadline to enter is Wednesday, May 18 at NOON. Maps depicting the locations of the garages sales, will be available on Friday, May 20 and also will be handed out from GOACC offi ce on the morning of the sales, beginning at 7 AM. Mail or drop off garage sale information to GOACC,

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Bonas Students InductedBeta Gamma Sigma National Honor Society Awards Local Scholars

ST. BONAVENTURE, N.Y., May 2, 2011 — The Student Induction Ceremony for Beta Gamma Sigma honor society at St. Bonaventure University was held Wednesday, April 27, at the University Club. Beta Gamma Sigma is a national honor society for business and management programs accredited by AACSB (the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business).Election to a lifetime membership in Beta Gamma Sigma is the highest honor a business student can receive in either an undergraduate or a master’s program.

The graduate student inductees for 2011 are Annette Agness of Macedon, N.Y., Sarah Bray of Cuba, N.Y., Lindsay Carr of Rochester, Mark Hanna of Rochester, Jessica Keller of Wellsville, Jan Lin of Cheektowaga, Jennifer Peters of Lakewood, Curtis Robords of Portville, Natalie Scarcello of Williamsville, Rosemary Schindler of Rochester, Kenneth Sherwood of Blasdell, and Catherine Way of Allegany. The undergraduate student inductees for 2011 are Chelsey Bowen of Ripley, Timothy Crilly of Rochester, Lindsey Culbertson of Warren, Pa., Jacob

Keenan of Arcade, Shane Nolanof Fillmore, Kevin Penner ofBuffalo and Courtney Slear ofAllegany.Dr. Michael J. Fischer, provostand vice president for AcademicAffairs, gave the welcome withremarks given by Laurie A.Branch, an alumna and trusteeof St. Bonaventure. Dr Zahid Y.Khairullah, the chapter presidentand faculty adviser, gave theconcluding remarks. During the ceremony, ChelseyBowen was awarded a $1,000scholarship, which was jointlypresented by the School ofBusiness and the National BetaGamma Sigma Honor Society.

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Goodeneck Hill Waterfowl Sanctuary would like to thank all the residents of Springville and the surrounding communities that supported the Taste of the Southtowns on Sunday May 1, at the Springville Fire Hall. This was the Seventh year for the Taste and a very successful year for the event. Pictured: Riley’s Restaurant of Ellicottville receives award for best seafood dish at last Sunday’s Taste of the South Towns Event.


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The former Manufacturer Hanover Bank building sits at the corner of State and Union Streets and has long been an Olean landmark. It’s also been empty for many years, to the dismay of many residents and a score of city administrations. The current Mayor, Linda Witte, sees signs of hope in the latest efforts to bring the building back to life, although nothing under consideration is defi nite. The building is owned by the Olean Urban Renewal Agency, which met on April 20th. Mayor Witte, who is on the agency board, says approximately four developers are looking at it. She commented, “We gave them a month extension to put in their proposals, which is a positive. I think this is the fi rst time in ten years I’ve felt a little encouraged about that corner.” The mayor is hoping that “funding lines” are available whichever developer is selected, so as to offset their costs. “That’s because it’s going to be a pretty big undertaking. But we’re cautiously optimistic right now.” Potential developers asked for and received an extension until May 27th to submit their proposals. Mayor Witte sees this as a good sign. “So hopefully after May 27th I’ll have some good news.” The plan is to revitalize several adjacent buildings as well. These include the former Siegel’s Shoe Store on North Union Street and several buildings extending from the old bank along West State Street. The mayor says one of the proposals might involve tearing down some of those buildings. Another proposal might be to develop all those buildings. “So we just have to wait and see what the developers

come back with.” So what kind of enterprise might make use of the space? According to Mayor Witte, “We’ve heard everything from possibly (using) the fi rst fl oor (of the bank) for retail, (and also) apartments, hotel, and offi ce space.” Or possibly it could be just your basic uptown building. “I haven’t heard too many ideas for the other buildings, but that’s what we’ve heard about the Manufacturer Hanover building.” Parking in the vicinity is at a premium. Theirs is some on-street parking, and one of the properties in the back, a one-story building, could be razed to provide more parking spaces. Another option would be to tear down one of the end buildings, according to the mayor. As for funding, Mayor Witte says the Urban Renewal Agency is in contact with the New York

State Development Agency, adding that “it all depends on what they (developers) choose to do. There may also be some new things coming from the Cattaraugus County IDA that would also hopefully help. So as we said in the meeting, everything’s on the table right now.” Mayor Witte notes that Stuart Brown Associates is helping with the development of the Manufacturer Hanover corner, in addition to helping the City of Olean update its zoning. “They had attended a URA meeting for our input as to what we’d like to see there. Then they put everything together and sent it out, which is an added bonus to try and get this (corner renovation) started for development.” The names of the four developers have not been made public, although one is located in Cattaraugus County.

The building is owned by the Olean Urban Renewal Agency, which met on April 20th. Mayor Witte, who is on the agency board, says approximately four developers are looking at it. She commented, “We gave them a month extension to put in their proposals, which is a positive. I think this is the fi rst time in ten years I’ve felt a little encouraged about that corner.” The plan is to revitalize several adjacent buildings as well. These include the former Siegel’s Shoe Store on North Union Street and several buildings extending from the old bank along West State Street. Pictured left:

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During high school, everyone is pushed to decide what they want to do when they grow up. Where you are going to college and what you want to major in are a few of the major decisions that need to be made by kids about seventeen or eighteen years old. Now isn’t that crazy, asking a teenager to decide what they want to do for the rest of their life, when most are concerned with friends and sports and not what they are going to be doing when they are 30? Many might agree, but there is one successful student attending the Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts (BAVPA) who knows right where she wants to be. Vanessa Elder, a senior at BAVPA, is co-starring in a very unique production starting Friday May 6th. Vanessa, along with Connor Graham, and Daniel Henderson have student-directed their version of Jonathan Larson’s autobiographical musical, Tick Tick Boom! The play will run from May 6th to May 22nd starting at 8pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and 6pm on Sundays at the Subversive Theatre in Buffalo, NY. General admission is $18 and students, seniors, and members can get in for a discounted rate of $13. However, it has taken a lot of work to get to this point. Way back before Tick Tick Boom! was even thought of, Vanessa was a junior at BAVPA with a concentration as a vocal major after changing from a piano major. She was very involved with productions and other school activities as one has to in the world of performing arts. Miss Elder was in a play called Now Let Me Fly by Marcia Cebulska, where Daniel Henderson was the main character. This fi rst encounter is what began their friendship which stayed strong as the two performed in the play Violet based off of Doris Betts’s The Ugliest Pilgrim. During this play, Henderson began to converse with people about running a student-directed play, and he contacted Jesse Martin. Jesse played one of the original RENT characters, but he is also an alumnus of BAVPA; plus Henderson’s family was very close to Mr. Martin, which

helped to get one of the greatest gifts this production received: When one produces a play, there are many fees associated with it. Sometimes fees can go clear into the thousands of dollars, and with this play being fully funded by the students themselves, this was a big hurdle to jump. Luckily, as Daniel was speaking to Jesse, Mr. Martin offered to pay the royalties for the play, which took a great load off of the students’ shoulders. Jesse did not want money to stand in the way of such an ambitious student’s vision. With this step taken care of, planning for the production began. Henderson teamed up with his friend Connor Graham to decide who they wanted to play the last character in the musical, as it has only three. They asked Vanessa to play Susan, John’s girlfriend and Daniel would play John, and Connor would take the role of John’s friend Michael. Vanessa was thrilled to be a part of such a unique production of Tick Tick Boom! with such great co-stars. She said, “These rehearsals have been so fun. Since we are performing at a theatre outside of school, it gives us a sense of freedom away from other students and administrators.” The high

school and the Subversive Theatre teamed up to give the students a longer running time than just one weekend which they would have received at their school. This has opened up an opportunity for many others to see such a great performance by these dedicated students. Vanessa and her co-stars are very excited for the show to open. They have received such great support from their school, community, and even alumni from their school which has provided them with a great opportunity. Vanessa is a senior however and this may be one of her last productions during high school, but she does not plan to stop performing. She plans to attend Buffalo State College for singing, and after a year she would like to transfer to SUNY Purchase or to a school in California where she says, “feels like where she needs to be.” Questions about the performances or the stars can be directed to the Subversive Theatre (www.subversivetheatre.org) or to the Buffalo Academy of Visual and Performing Arts (716-816-4220). Make sure to see this wonderful musical, directed by students and made for everyone!

Vanessa Elder, a senior at BAVPA, is co-starring in a very unique production starting Friday May 6th. Vanessa, along with Connor Graham, and Daniel Henderson have student-directed their version of Jonathan Larson’s autobiographical musical, Tick Tick Boom! The play will run from May 6th to May 22nd starting at 8pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and 6pm on Sundays at the Subversive Theatre in Buffalo, NY.


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Standing at the bottom of the driveway, I look up to see the house looming over the street, like some Renaissance castle. Its stone and wood exterior provides a bulwark against the weather. Even the steeply pitched center roof points skyward. Walking up the heated driveway, past the stone landscaping I begin to appreciate the size of the house; it’s big and bold, and towers over me as I get closer.

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If someone asked you,” Who are you?” would you be ready and able to provide a clear and detailed description of yourself? What if they asked “What do you want?” would that be easy to answer or would you fi nd yourself stumped and struggling to tell your story or paint a picture in the mind of your questioner leaving them without any doubts about who you were and what you wanted. If you are unable to answer without a little thought and refl ection, you are not alone. The answer to both questions challenges us to dig deep into the core of your personal strengths, passions, and dreams. Our search for an answer forces us to break through any congestion of the imagination and helps us to start living our best and life. Think

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Alice will arrive somewhere, but is it the destination she had in mind at the beginning of her journey? If we wander aimlessly through life we are sure to arrive somewhere, but is it where we intended to go. When we take the time to defi ne who we are, then what we want tends to show up. You can have your best life and become who you want to be starting with knowing where you are going and adjusting your course along the way. Those who are experiencing their best life started with a clear destination they took time to fi gure out who they are, and learn more about themselves with every experience. To get you started on your journey toward discovery refl ect on the following questions:• What is something important in life that you are forgetting? What might the people who you love say? • If your assured to be a success, what would you change in your life right now?• In the past year, what family activities did you enjoy most, work activities, personal activities?• How and when do you take time to refl ect about your destination in life?

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It seems like it happened only yesterday. A cliché? Yes. True nonetheless. Time does pass and a decade is still a decade but I can still feel the rank awfulness of that day as if it just happened. Sitting with my family in stunned and shocked silence. At some point one of us decided that it might be worthwhile to hit record on the VCR. VCR? You can hear Peter Jennings voice on that tape. Another voice from that day that is no longer with us. It just kept getting worse. The initial feeling that it might just be some sort of horrendous accident. Then the second plane hit and it became clear that our worst fears were being realized. Then the third plane. The fourth plane. Rumors of car bombs in Washington and New York. There were people throwing themselves out of the upper fl oors of the Trade Center rather than face the horror of the fl ames. The fi rst tower fell and our silence turned to sobs. The second tower and still we watched. It became clear early on who was responsible and we expected swift and exacting

justice. Later on that evening I had to get out, I needed air and booze. I wandered down to the corner store for a twelve pack. I was sure that by the time I got back Bin Laden would be a greasy stain somewhere in the desert. Ten years later and we were still waiting. It was simply a coincidence that on Sunday night I was, once again, with my parents when the news hit like a rolling thunderhead. The Devil was dead. Just like that. Ten years gone and, by God, we got the murdering SOB. Not only did we get him but an American soldier was able to look him in the eyes just before he shot one of them out. I didn’t know what to think at fi rst but a group of people who, for the most part, weren’t even teenagers on 9/11 helped me sort out my emotions. A small group of students from nearby universities had begun to gather in front of the White house as the news that something huge was about to be announced. As it became clearer their numbers began to swell. By the time President Obama reached the East Wing podium there were thousands of people

all of them singing, chanting and celebrating the death of a monster. The scene was repeated at Ground Zero and in Shanksville. A veil had been lifted and we, Americans all, fi nally had a moment of closure. Since that one rotten moment in time we’ve become something of a mess. We initially invaded the right country for the right reasons. We were looking for fanatics and slugs. We were looking for Bin Laden and his army of parasites. Then, for reasons as yet unclear, we abandoned the search and invaded Iraq. We shifted resources and manpower looking for revenge in all the wrong places. At home we became politically and morally divided and Bin Laden slithered away while our attention was elsewhere. When we elected Barack Obama as our commander in chief some nuts among us actually accused him of being a secret Muslim. We’ve had Birthers and Tea Baggers all ganging up on him with the “soft on terror” mantra while focusing on his birth certifi cate and other

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approximately eight feet above the normal summer pool level of 1328 feet above sea level. Davis says that, “Parking lots, launch ramps, dock approaches, electrical distribution points and other normally on-shore facilities are being inundated by rising water levels. A signifi cant increase in the pool level is possible and being anticipated. Marina staff is currently working to undo much of the work that it has done over the past several weeks, in anticipation of opening this Friday.” The reason for what’s going on is, of course, fl ood control downstream of the Kinzua Dam. As noted by Davis, “Outfl ows from all fl ood control projects in the Ohio River basin, of which the Allegheny River belongs, were being reduced to minimal amounts in order to reduce water levels in the Ohio River as much as possible.” The action was taken on April 30th. Davis says there’s never

before been a situation in the past preventing Onoville Marina from opening, although high water in the early spring is not uncommon due to a combination of snowmelt and rainfall. “Generally at that point the reservoir level is lower, which allows for the water to rise without creating problems. At any given time the reservoir is subject to inundation due to runoff. The Kinzua Dam has a basin that encompasses over 2000 square miles. It has been awhile since we have had serious problems with the water level.” The record high fl ood water level came, not surprisingly, during the Hurricane Agnes fl ood in June of 1972. Davis states, “The reservoir rose to a level of 1363.5 feet plus, which was within a foot and a half of the top of the dam.” We have had plenty of high water in the past. “Those dates include April 6 and June 6 of 1989, and on May 15 of 1996, sometimes referred to as the Mother’s Day Flood.” And there have been “lots of situations, usually yearly, in the 1330 to 1340 (foot) range.”

Currently, staff at Onoville Marina is busy gathering up the picnic tables at the campsites as well as other items like trash receptacles and moving them to higher ground. Dock adjustments are being made so that the fl oating dock systems remain in position. “We are preparing for the worst and hoping for the best. Additional rainfall isn’t going to help.” As for when the current situation might be resolved, Davis says the big question is always how high the water is going to go, and when will it crest. “We don’t want to spend a lot of time doing things twice (in preparing to open). In general it takes a few days to get a good handle on the information. We’ll be in daily touch with the Army Corps of Engineers staff. The upper limit of our operational range is usually about 1335 feet above sea level. To get back to an operational point, we need to get back under 1335 feet and falling. We don’t know when that will be yet.” Water levels can be viewed online at http://www.lrp.usace.army.mil/current/forecast.html.

in the town totals. He notes that the census shows the individual village totals, and that fi gures from the Seneca Nation are included in the respective towns, as shown in parentheses on the map. Overall, Cattaraugus County saw a drop in population of 3,638 from April fi rst of 2000 until April fi rst of 2010. The latest census puts the county population at 80,317. Mager also noted that the villages of Perrysburg, East Randolph, and Randolph are in the process of being dissolved. The Village of Limestone was dissolved in 2009, although their fi gures are included in the 2010 Census. A question arose over the county’s redistricting process. County Legislator Crystal Abers said the Chairman of the legislature, Michael O’Brien, will choose a committee that will look at re-districting. The county legislature passed a resolution on April 26th authorizing the action.

Mager told the planning board, “The most common number we hear is seventeen legislators.” Re-districting would not affect this year’s election in November, since as Abers noted that there’s “not enough time for this year.” A change in the weighted voting numbers according to the new census fi gures would be up to the Cattaraugus County Legislature. Projects being planned or built in the Town of Allegany were reviewed by the County Planning Board, which approved a request from the town to allow for a district energy facility as part of the planned Bonaventure Square Project on the former Castle properties. Mager noted that the town should consider the “visual impact” of the exhaust stack, a maximum of forty feet tall, on nearby homes. The county planning board also reviewed the wind overlay district for the proposed 29-turbine wind farm, and sent the paperwork back to the Town of Allegany. Board members then reviewed the site plan for changes at the Franciscan Sisters’ Motherhouse in Allegany, looking at pictures and discussing the details. Board member Kameron Brooks

noted that the Cattaraugus Local Development Corporation is looking to sell the Pat McGee Trail, which covers 12.4 miles from Cattaraugus to Salamanca. The trail is extensively used, but the current owner wants to concentrate its work efforts on “other projects.”It was also pointed out that a “very small group” is trying to save the McNally and Fisher building in Randolph, which is “on the block” for the county’s spring property tax auction on May 21st. The building is said to be in “horrible shape.” Board members noted that the Route 353 Bridge in Salamanca should be re-opened to traffi c some time in August, according to the New York State Department of Transportation. The bridge has been closed for replacement for about one year. Plans are being formed for the County Planning Board’s 50th annual meeting this summer. A date has not yet been selected. A dinner will be preceded by a tour of Country Side Sand and Gravel in the Town of Dayton. A recipient will be presented with the Brooks Patterson Community Leadership Award.

which was donated by Weast Insurance Agency, are $5 each or $20 for fi ve tickets. “Weast Insurance donated everything,” Ingrao said. The fi rst prize trip includes six days and fi ve nights at Walt Disney World; airfare for four and shuttle from the airport to hotel; three-day park hopper

passes to Disney’s theme parks; and a one-bedroom suite at Old Key West Resort. Second and third prizes receive a 42-inch fl at screen television and $500 cash, respectively. The winning tickets will be drawn Sunday, May 15 at 3 p.m. “You don’t have to be present to win,” Ingrao said. Tickets for the carnival rides and raffl e may be purchased at the Salamanca Chamber of Commerce, 26 Main St., Salamanca, N.Y. All proceeds from the event are returned to help bring Carnival

in the Park, which has grown since last year, to Salamanca. “We’ve added more rides this year,” Ingrao said. “We’ve also added the music element with Iron Eyes, which hopefully will be popular so we can grow and expand upon that next year.” Call the Chamber at (716) 945-2034 with questions and for more information about Carnival in the Park. “It’s a great way to kick off spring and a good time for camaraderie,” Ingrao said. “Everyone should come out!”

Mark Lawrence is the founder of HeartRateUp.com. Lawrence said he created the run about 10 years ago due to his love of running the trails in Allegany State Park, and as a way to help raise funds to support the ADA and the ski patrol. “It’s a thrill to enter unique, challenging events that promote good causes, challenging courses and the health benefi ts associated with training,” he said. Lawrence said he started out as a competitor in these races and moved into the role of a promoter, and that he has been fortunate to have a positive response to the events, which continue to grow in attendance. Lawrence said he created HeartRateUp.com to support the hobby he loves, and to help promote and host these fun and

challenging athletic events. “It is a thrill hosting these events.” The USA Track and Field sanctioned event is sponsored by WrightSock, Julbo, Mayer Bros., Mountain Rise Organics, Inc., Mountain Hardwear, Long Trail Brewing Co., Runner’s Roost Colter Bay Grill, Timex, Montrail, American Trail Running Association, Trigger Point Performance Therapy and Injinji Footwear. It is recommended that individuals participating in the 22k race bring some extra food with them since the race will test their endurance. The 6k race will follow the Sweetwater trail, and features a few gently rolling hills and a few fl at areas. The 13k race will follow Sweetwater, Christian Hollow, Leonard Run and Ridge Run trails before reaching the fi nish line, and features a number of rolling hills and a more challenging length. The 22k race will test your endurance since it follows the same route as the 13k run with the addition

of a 2-mile climb up Patterson Trail before reaching the fi nish. All three races will start and fi nish at the brown gates of the Summit Ski Cabin, rain or shine. Water stations are located at the 1.5-mile mark on Sweetwater Trail, the 4-mile mark at the Christian Hollow and Leonard Run intersection and 3 miles before the fi nish line at both the Ridge Run and Patterson trails. The 22k race starts at 9:30am, the 13k race starts at 9:45am and the 6k race starts at 10am. You can register at the Summit Trailhead Ski Cabin inside the Red House section of the park starting at 8am on May 7. The cost for registering is $20 for the 6k run, and $25 for the 13k and $30 22k runs, and there is no additional race-day or late fees for registering in the park. Lawrence explained that the longer runs are more expensive to enter due to the amount of preparation time and support needed to cover the extra distance of these runs. To learn more about this year’s visit www.heartrateup.com.

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thanks to his leadership, the former Saudi playboy turned terrorist mastermind is now lying at the bottom of the ocean with a hole in his head. Today, at least, we can form ranks and be Americans again. Ten years later. I wish I was standing outside the White House gates with those students on Sunday night. I wish I had

had the chance to celebrate with them. Generation to generation we delivered a message to those who would wish us harm. We are Liberal and Conservative. We are all the colors of the human rainbow. We are Christian, Muslim, Atheist and Agnostic. We Are Americans and in the end we will, as Americans, fi nd you and fi nish you. USA! USA! USA!


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