A federal grand jury in Buffalo Thursday returned
a six count indictment against three County men
claiming they used two Wheatfield restaurants for
drug trafficking. J-T Wheatfield co-owner, 45 year
old Joseph Tomasino of North Tonawanda, Papa
Joe's Bar and Restaurant owner, 41 year old Stephen
Catone of Wheatfield, and 28 year old Wesley Albert
of North Tonawanda were charged with conspiracy
to distribute five or more kilograms of cocaine in
addition to the crime of maintaining drug involved
premises. The indictment seeks the forefeiture of
the two restaurants. The charges carry a maximum
penalty of life in prison, A $4-million fine, or both.
The Grand Jury also charged Albert with growing
marijuana at properties in Niagara and Erie counties.
The charge carries a maximum penalty of 20 years
in prison, a million dollar fine, or both. Assistant US
Attorney Michael McCabe said the indictment charges
the defendants were involved in a large scale drug
trafficking organization in parts of Niagara and
Northern Erie counties that started in 2005. The
indictment charges Albert with supplying cocaine
to Catone who then allegedly stored and sold it
at his business. Tomasino is accused of buying
cocaine from the drug ring and then allowing
distributors to sell it from his bar in 2009. The
charges stem from a drug raid last July where
twenty others were also arrested.
Friday, January 15, 2010
PASQUANTONIO RESIGNS
The Niagara Falls School Board last night accepted
the resignation of former CSEA Union President
Jeffrey Pasquantonio during a special meeting. It
happened after a resident submitted evidence he was
doing personal business while he was supposedly
clocked in for the district. Pasquantonio was
followed by Probe Services for three years and was
allegedly seen painting and doing construction work
at private homes between 50 & 60 times. A confidential
report said he used a district issued credit card to buy
paint and materials. He was also videotaped shopping,
running errands, and dining out in Niagara and Erie
counties during work days. District officials say he
won't face disciplinary action but criminal charges
could be filed.
the resignation of former CSEA Union President
Jeffrey Pasquantonio during a special meeting. It
happened after a resident submitted evidence he was
doing personal business while he was supposedly
clocked in for the district. Pasquantonio was
followed by Probe Services for three years and was
allegedly seen painting and doing construction work
at private homes between 50 & 60 times. A confidential
report said he used a district issued credit card to buy
paint and materials. He was also videotaped shopping,
running errands, and dining out in Niagara and Erie
counties during work days. District officials say he
won't face disciplinary action but criminal charges
could be filed.
GOVERNOR'S BUDGET ADDRESS
The Governor's office announcing he will
propose a four year moratorium on unfunded
mandates in his budget address next Tuesday.
He'll also propose reforms to the Wicks Law to
lift contract restrictions that increase costs for
school districts and ultimately, property taxpayers.
Paterson said the law imposes inefficient
contract requirements that substantially drive
up capitol construction costs. Paterson's office
says his mandate reform agenda includes more
than 100 reform initiatives that'll provide savings
to local governments of nearly a billion dollars
over the next three years.
propose a four year moratorium on unfunded
mandates in his budget address next Tuesday.
He'll also propose reforms to the Wicks Law to
lift contract restrictions that increase costs for
school districts and ultimately, property taxpayers.
Paterson said the law imposes inefficient
contract requirements that substantially drive
up capitol construction costs. Paterson's office
says his mandate reform agenda includes more
than 100 reform initiatives that'll provide savings
to local governments of nearly a billion dollars
over the next three years.
HAITI
Catholic parishes throughout the diocese
of Buffalo will be taking up a special collection
at all masses this weekend in support of relief
efforts in Haiti. All the money will be given to
Catholic Relief Services. They're on the scene
readying food and other aid for victims. The
Hartland United Methodist Church will hold a
spaghetti dinner next Friday to benefit relief
efforts. It'll be held from 4-7pm at 8017 Ridge
Road. State Senator Antoinne Thompson says
monetary donations will be taken during a blood
drive from noon till 6 today at 786 Delaware
Avenue in Buffalo. He'll also accept toiletries,
non perishable food items, and cash
Saturday at 65 Court Street in Buffalo.
of Buffalo will be taking up a special collection
at all masses this weekend in support of relief
efforts in Haiti. All the money will be given to
Catholic Relief Services. They're on the scene
readying food and other aid for victims. The
Hartland United Methodist Church will hold a
spaghetti dinner next Friday to benefit relief
efforts. It'll be held from 4-7pm at 8017 Ridge
Road. State Senator Antoinne Thompson says
monetary donations will be taken during a blood
drive from noon till 6 today at 786 Delaware
Avenue in Buffalo. He'll also accept toiletries,
non perishable food items, and cash
Saturday at 65 Court Street in Buffalo.
SEARCH FOR NEW COUNTY MANAGER
The Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce is
offering to help the County in it's search for
a new manager. Chamber Chief Deanna
Alterio-Brennen sent Legislature Chairman
Bill Ross a letter last week offering their aid
in the search. She said legislators should get
a jump start on the process to give them the
most time to find the right candidate. She
reccomended they form an ad-hoc committee
of outside business professionals to vet the
first round of applicants.
offering to help the County in it's search for
a new manager. Chamber Chief Deanna
Alterio-Brennen sent Legislature Chairman
Bill Ross a letter last week offering their aid
in the search. She said legislators should get
a jump start on the process to give them the
most time to find the right candidate. She
reccomended they form an ad-hoc committee
of outside business professionals to vet the
first round of applicants.
POLICE OFFICER HIT IN THE FALLS
A 20 year old Falls man is accused of hitting
a police officer with his car early yesterday
morning while fleeing from a traffic stop on
Portage Road. Craig Crumpler Junior of
Main Street allegedly put his car into gear and
drove off after being told to get out of his
vehicle. He struck Officer Dan Pierini in the
right leg. He was chased until he crashed
into a snowbank. The pursuing officer then
sled into Crumpler's. Crumpler then climbed
over the hood of the patrol car and ran through
yards in the 1000 block of 19th Street before
he was caught. Police said he tossed 64 bags
of marijuana on the ground during the chase.
He was originally pulled over for talking on his
cell phone and driving without headlights. He
was also charged with reckless endangerment,
resisting arrest, unlawfully fleeing from the police,
aggravated unlicensed operation, and failing to
stop for stop signs.
a police officer with his car early yesterday
morning while fleeing from a traffic stop on
Portage Road. Craig Crumpler Junior of
Main Street allegedly put his car into gear and
drove off after being told to get out of his
vehicle. He struck Officer Dan Pierini in the
right leg. He was chased until he crashed
into a snowbank. The pursuing officer then
sled into Crumpler's. Crumpler then climbed
over the hood of the patrol car and ran through
yards in the 1000 block of 19th Street before
he was caught. Police said he tossed 64 bags
of marijuana on the ground during the chase.
He was originally pulled over for talking on his
cell phone and driving without headlights. He
was also charged with reckless endangerment,
resisting arrest, unlawfully fleeing from the police,
aggravated unlicensed operation, and failing to
stop for stop signs.
GOP ELECTIONS COMMISSIONER
The County's Republican Commitee last
night nominated Maryann Casamento to be
the GOP Elections Commissioner. She's
from the Town of Niagara and has worked
for the board for 20 years, most recently as
Deputy Elections Commissioner. The
County Legislature could vote Tuesday to
give her the $50,000 a year job. Former
Commissioner Scott Kiedrowski resigned
last week to take the job of City Clerk and
Treasurer in North Tonawanda.
night nominated Maryann Casamento to be
the GOP Elections Commissioner. She's
from the Town of Niagara and has worked
for the board for 20 years, most recently as
Deputy Elections Commissioner. The
County Legislature could vote Tuesday to
give her the $50,000 a year job. Former
Commissioner Scott Kiedrowski resigned
last week to take the job of City Clerk and
Treasurer in North Tonawanda.
YWCA FITNESS CENTER CLOSING
The YWCA Fitness Center in Lockport is closing
today. CEO Kathleen Granchelli told the Union
Sun & Journal membership was about half of
what is was five years ago and they did not want
to raise membership fees. She said they would
have to charge $800 a year and they would never
do that for a YWCA program. The operation has been
around for about 25 years at various locations
downtown, most recently in the Ulrich City Center.
today. CEO Kathleen Granchelli told the Union
Sun & Journal membership was about half of
what is was five years ago and they did not want
to raise membership fees. She said they would
have to charge $800 a year and they would never
do that for a YWCA program. The operation has been
around for about 25 years at various locations
downtown, most recently in the Ulrich City Center.
FIGHT AT LOCKPORT HIGH SCHOOL
Two ambulances were sent to Lockport
High School Thursday after a fight broke
out just before noon between two boys in
the cafeteria. A student and teacher suffered
minor injuries. A 15 year old, who fell and
cut his head, received several stitches at the
hospital. The teacher suffered a minor head
injury while trying to break up the fight. The
two students will be suspended.
High School Thursday after a fight broke
out just before noon between two boys in
the cafeteria. A student and teacher suffered
minor injuries. A 15 year old, who fell and
cut his head, received several stitches at the
hospital. The teacher suffered a minor head
injury while trying to break up the fight. The
two students will be suspended.
BABY BEATEN
Twenty-eight year old John Jordan of Maple
Avenue in the Falls plead not guilty yesterday
in County Court to charges he repeatedly beat
an 11 month old baby boy. The incidents
allegedly took place between April 10 and May
30 of last year but he was not arrested until
October 19. The child suffered seven broken
bones including fractures of both arms, both
legs, and his clavicle. The baby is not his son,
but officials would not release further information
about his identity.
Avenue in the Falls plead not guilty yesterday
in County Court to charges he repeatedly beat
an 11 month old baby boy. The incidents
allegedly took place between April 10 and May
30 of last year but he was not arrested until
October 19. The child suffered seven broken
bones including fractures of both arms, both
legs, and his clavicle. The baby is not his son,
but officials would not release further information
about his identity.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
TERM LIMITS
Lockport alderman Andrew Chapman proposed last
night the city should put term limits into place for
elected officials. Corporation Counsel John Ottaviano
said they could do it without holding a referendum but
they would have to hold a public hearing. The resolution
to do so was seconded by second ward alderman Jack
Smith. He said he's against the idea, but he did so just
to hold the hearing. Chapman said incumbents have an
unfair advantage. He proposed limiting future mayors
to two four year terms and future alderman to three
two year terms. Lawmakers could run again for their
old jobs after taking a term off. An alderman who had to
leave office because of the law could still run for mayor.
Mayor Mike Tucker said there are already term limits and
they're called elections. The Council is also expected
next week to o-k a three year extension of the city's
contract for the Molson Canal Concert Series. The
original deal with promoter Kathy Paradowski runs out
this year. The extension through 2013 would guarantee
at least nine shows a year.
night the city should put term limits into place for
elected officials. Corporation Counsel John Ottaviano
said they could do it without holding a referendum but
they would have to hold a public hearing. The resolution
to do so was seconded by second ward alderman Jack
Smith. He said he's against the idea, but he did so just
to hold the hearing. Chapman said incumbents have an
unfair advantage. He proposed limiting future mayors
to two four year terms and future alderman to three
two year terms. Lawmakers could run again for their
old jobs after taking a term off. An alderman who had to
leave office because of the law could still run for mayor.
Mayor Mike Tucker said there are already term limits and
they're called elections. The Council is also expected
next week to o-k a three year extension of the city's
contract for the Molson Canal Concert Series. The
original deal with promoter Kathy Paradowski runs out
this year. The extension through 2013 would guarantee
at least nine shows a year.
MARTIN LUTHER KING CELEBRATION
Falls lawmaker Charley Walker will be presented with
the Civil Rights Achievement Award tonight during
the school district's 21st annual celebration of
Martin Luther King's birthday. High school senior
Savanna Terreberry will be honored with the youth
award. The event begins at 5:30 in the high school's
Performing Arts Center. The director of multicultural
and international student affairs at Niagara University,
David Blackburn, will be the keynote speaker. The
Housing Authority Youth Choir and the Annointed
Voices of Praise will perform. The theme is "Building
Our Community Starts With Me."
the Civil Rights Achievement Award tonight during
the school district's 21st annual celebration of
Martin Luther King's birthday. High school senior
Savanna Terreberry will be honored with the youth
award. The event begins at 5:30 in the high school's
Performing Arts Center. The director of multicultural
and international student affairs at Niagara University,
David Blackburn, will be the keynote speaker. The
Housing Authority Youth Choir and the Annointed
Voices of Praise will perform. The theme is "Building
Our Community Starts With Me."
A GALA OPENING FOR THE GIACOMO
A gala opening was held last night in the Falls
for Carl Paladino's Giacomo Hotel at 222 First
Street. He called it a watershed moment for the
city. He said it was a long time in coming and
it was nice to see the building lit up again, that
it hasn't been like that in years and years and years.
The 21 story structure was formerly known as the
United Office Building. James Oliver is the hotel
manager. He said the project started about seven
years ago when the building was filled with five
feet of water and had been abandoned. Oliver
said Paladino saw the vision for the art deco
hotel. The building was erected in 1929 and
is now on the national historic registry. Paladino
sunk $10-million into the property. It includes
a 38 room boutique hotel, office space, and
24 residences. The hotel is named after one
of Paladino's uncles. The top two floors have
exterior lighting to enhance the city's skyline.
for Carl Paladino's Giacomo Hotel at 222 First
Street. He called it a watershed moment for the
city. He said it was a long time in coming and
it was nice to see the building lit up again, that
it hasn't been like that in years and years and years.
The 21 story structure was formerly known as the
United Office Building. James Oliver is the hotel
manager. He said the project started about seven
years ago when the building was filled with five
feet of water and had been abandoned. Oliver
said Paladino saw the vision for the art deco
hotel. The building was erected in 1929 and
is now on the national historic registry. Paladino
sunk $10-million into the property. It includes
a 38 room boutique hotel, office space, and
24 residences. The hotel is named after one
of Paladino's uncles. The top two floors have
exterior lighting to enhance the city's skyline.
LEE SIGNS ON
Congressman Chris Lee signed onto legilsation
Wednesday calling for health care discussions to
be open and available for public viewing. He said he
shared the frustration Western New Yorkers have
with the way Washington operates...and the type
of back door deal making that's been going on
is cause for additional concern. He signed a petition
that would force a House vote on a bi-partisan
resolution that says any conference committee or
meeting held to determine the content of the bill
should be done in public in front of the American
people.
Wednesday calling for health care discussions to
be open and available for public viewing. He said he
shared the frustration Western New Yorkers have
with the way Washington operates...and the type
of back door deal making that's been going on
is cause for additional concern. He signed a petition
that would force a House vote on a bi-partisan
resolution that says any conference committee or
meeting held to determine the content of the bill
should be done in public in front of the American
people.
GRECO MURDER TRIAL
The trial of the two teens accused of killing
Lockport youth counselor Renee Greco will
begin April 12. Judge Sara Sheldon Sperezza
ruled Wednesday the statements made to
police by Anthony Allen and Robert Thousand
can be used in court. She also granted a request
from the DA's office that DNA swabs can be taken
from the two. Allen and Thousand are accused of
beating Greco to death in a youth home on East
Avenue last June 8.
Lockport youth counselor Renee Greco will
begin April 12. Judge Sara Sheldon Sperezza
ruled Wednesday the statements made to
police by Anthony Allen and Robert Thousand
can be used in court. She also granted a request
from the DA's office that DNA swabs can be taken
from the two. Allen and Thousand are accused of
beating Greco to death in a youth home on East
Avenue last June 8.
PAYBACK
The governor announced this morning the
State will have enough money tomorrow
to complete all the payments to school
districts and local governments that were
supposed to get money from the State in
December. Paterson said it would be the end
of this chapter but not the end of the problem.
He said the State has $13-billion that needs
to be paid in March and if the Legislature
does not close the budget deficit they would
be right back where they were.
State will have enough money tomorrow
to complete all the payments to school
districts and local governments that were
supposed to get money from the State in
December. Paterson said it would be the end
of this chapter but not the end of the problem.
He said the State has $13-billion that needs
to be paid in March and if the Legislature
does not close the budget deficit they would
be right back where they were.
FORMER NEWFANE TEACHER GETS HIS SENTENCE
A former Special Ed teacher at Newfane High
School was sentenced to 1 1/3 to 4 years in
jail yesterday for sending graphic e-mails to
a female student. Fifty-one year old Allan
Grogan was charged with fondling the girl when
they were alone in the classroom and e-mailing
a lewd photo of himself. Judge Matt Murphy
called him a predator, but the victim, whose now
18, cried as Murphy imposed Grogan's sentence.
The girls parents are suing the school district.
School was sentenced to 1 1/3 to 4 years in
jail yesterday for sending graphic e-mails to
a female student. Fifty-one year old Allan
Grogan was charged with fondling the girl when
they were alone in the classroom and e-mailing
a lewd photo of himself. Judge Matt Murphy
called him a predator, but the victim, whose now
18, cried as Murphy imposed Grogan's sentence.
The girls parents are suing the school district.
TECH WARS
The Lockport School district came in second
yesterday as NCCC held it's annual Tech Wars
competition. The Grand Island School district
was first in just their second year of competition.
The City of Tonawanda was third. More than
700 middle and high school students from 24
school districts participated.
yesterday as NCCC held it's annual Tech Wars
competition. The Grand Island School district
was first in just their second year of competition.
The City of Tonawanda was third. More than
700 middle and high school students from 24
school districts participated.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES
The Catholic Diocese announced yesterday a
$10.5-million goal for this year's Catholic Charities
campaign. The theme of this year's appeal is
"Whoever, Wherever, Whenever." The official
appeal week runs from March 21-28. The effort
is being chaired by Mick Whipple. He stressed
the importance of each individual donation. They
never made last year's target of $11-million.
$10.5-million goal for this year's Catholic Charities
campaign. The theme of this year's appeal is
"Whoever, Wherever, Whenever." The official
appeal week runs from March 21-28. The effort
is being chaired by Mick Whipple. He stressed
the importance of each individual donation. They
never made last year's target of $11-million.
ETHICS REFORM
Democratic and Republican leaders in Albany
yesterday announced the introduction of sweeping
ethics and election law reform. The legislation will
include provisions agreed to by both the Senate and
Assembly. It would require greater disclosure from
lobbyists and restore an independent lobbying
commission. Other provisions call for more
information about the outside sources of income
by lawmakers and it calls for the State Board of
Elections to enforce greater adherence to campaign
finance laws.
yesterday announced the introduction of sweeping
ethics and election law reform. The legislation will
include provisions agreed to by both the Senate and
Assembly. It would require greater disclosure from
lobbyists and restore an independent lobbying
commission. Other provisions call for more
information about the outside sources of income
by lawmakers and it calls for the State Board of
Elections to enforce greater adherence to campaign
finance laws.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT SPOTS FOR HI TECH
The Majority Leader of the County Legislature
said last night National Grid would be sending
up to $300,000 to the county to pay for studies
of two sites on Lockport Road. Rick Updegrove
said they believe the spots are suitable for the
construction of data centers. One of them is
a 71 acre site at Lockport and Comstock Roads
in Cambria. The other is a 142 acre location on
Lockport Road between Bear Ridge Road and
Campbell Boulevard in Pendleton. The announcement
was made at last night's meeting of the legislature's
Administration Committee. A joint news release
by the county and National Grid said the utility
would also provide matching funds to Cambria
and Pendleton for water and sewer improvements.
Updegrove said the studies would put the County
at the top of the list for site selections.
said last night National Grid would be sending
up to $300,000 to the county to pay for studies
of two sites on Lockport Road. Rick Updegrove
said they believe the spots are suitable for the
construction of data centers. One of them is
a 71 acre site at Lockport and Comstock Roads
in Cambria. The other is a 142 acre location on
Lockport Road between Bear Ridge Road and
Campbell Boulevard in Pendleton. The announcement
was made at last night's meeting of the legislature's
Administration Committee. A joint news release
by the county and National Grid said the utility
would also provide matching funds to Cambria
and Pendleton for water and sewer improvements.
Updegrove said the studies would put the County
at the top of the list for site selections.
NIGRO
The County dropped charges against a 23 year
old Lockport woman Tuesday in connection with
the morphine overdose death of her daughter
in 2008. Prosecutors thought they had a weak
case against Sara Nigro. Her live-in boyfriend,
24 year old Nicholas Doxey of Niagara Street, was
allowed to plead guilty to a misdemeanor charge
of child endangerment. He could be sentenced to
a year in jail on March 23. Doxey told Judge Matt
Murphy he did not know how their 13 month old
daughter, Sierra Marie Doxey, got the morphine
into her system. His attorney, Earl Key, speculated
a pill might have been dropped into the girl's
gifts by guests as a birthday party two days before
she died.
old Lockport woman Tuesday in connection with
the morphine overdose death of her daughter
in 2008. Prosecutors thought they had a weak
case against Sara Nigro. Her live-in boyfriend,
24 year old Nicholas Doxey of Niagara Street, was
allowed to plead guilty to a misdemeanor charge
of child endangerment. He could be sentenced to
a year in jail on March 23. Doxey told Judge Matt
Murphy he did not know how their 13 month old
daughter, Sierra Marie Doxey, got the morphine
into her system. His attorney, Earl Key, speculated
a pill might have been dropped into the girl's
gifts by guests as a birthday party two days before
she died.
BRIDGE PROBLEMS
The North Adam Street bridge in Lockport was one
of ten bridges in Western New York cited for
deficiencies yesterday by State Comptroller Tom
DiNapoli. He said they are in worse shape than the
bridge over Lake Champlain that was demolished
last month because of it's condition. He said the
Peace Bridge's state assigned safety rating was
3.323 out of a possible seven. Five of the other
bridges are in Erie County and the rest are in the
Southern Tier.
of ten bridges in Western New York cited for
deficiencies yesterday by State Comptroller Tom
DiNapoli. He said they are in worse shape than the
bridge over Lake Champlain that was demolished
last month because of it's condition. He said the
Peace Bridge's state assigned safety rating was
3.323 out of a possible seven. Five of the other
bridges are in Erie County and the rest are in the
Southern Tier.
STATE OF UPSTATE
Governor Paterson did not offer much new in
yesterday's State of the Upstate address. About
200 people listened at the Buffalo Museum of
Science as he re-emphasized issues brought up
in his State of the State address last week. He
started by talking about ethics reform and
criticized the Legislature's failure to respond to
the State's economic problems. He mentioned the
proposed spending cap, property tax relief, a
new econominc development effort, and a special
program to sustain housing in blighted cities like
Buffalo. Paterson strongly endorsed the state's
application for federal funds under the Race To The
Top program. He only specifically mentioned Upstate
during the end of the speech , saying again he
wanted to expand the Erie Canal development
corridor all the way to Syracuse and to make
Upstate the "back office" for corporations
with headquarters downstate. He said there was
still time to "save" the Empire State. Falls mayor
Paul Dyster called the speech "stark and austere."
He said Paterson let the people know difficult
choices are necessary for the state to move
forward.
yesterday's State of the Upstate address. About
200 people listened at the Buffalo Museum of
Science as he re-emphasized issues brought up
in his State of the State address last week. He
started by talking about ethics reform and
criticized the Legislature's failure to respond to
the State's economic problems. He mentioned the
proposed spending cap, property tax relief, a
new econominc development effort, and a special
program to sustain housing in blighted cities like
Buffalo. Paterson strongly endorsed the state's
application for federal funds under the Race To The
Top program. He only specifically mentioned Upstate
during the end of the speech , saying again he
wanted to expand the Erie Canal development
corridor all the way to Syracuse and to make
Upstate the "back office" for corporations
with headquarters downstate. He said there was
still time to "save" the Empire State. Falls mayor
Paul Dyster called the speech "stark and austere."
He said Paterson let the people know difficult
choices are necessary for the state to move
forward.
GOVERNOR'S SON IN TROUBLE
The Governor's 15 year old son was taken into
police custody yesterday in New York City
for allegedly possessing a stolen credit card. Police
believe it was lost or stolen and they say he
may have used it. The card was found after police
took Alex Paterson into custody for playing dice
in the street. He and another boy were given juvenile
reports for loitering and released. They will not have
to appear in court and they were not criminally
charged. Paterson asked that their privacy be
respected during this personal time.
police custody yesterday in New York City
for allegedly possessing a stolen credit card. Police
believe it was lost or stolen and they say he
may have used it. The card was found after police
took Alex Paterson into custody for playing dice
in the street. He and another boy were given juvenile
reports for loitering and released. They will not have
to appear in court and they were not criminally
charged. Paterson asked that their privacy be
respected during this personal time.
FLU SHOT CLINIC
The County Health Department will offer free flu
shots Thursday at the Gratwick Fire Company at
110 Ward Road in North Tonawanda. It'll run
from 10am till 10pm and and it's open to any
County resident. both the H1N1 and seasonal
flu shots will be available for anyone over six
months of age. The department is also offering
free cancer screenings for those between the ages
of 40 & 64. We're told a change in state policy
last April eliminated the eligibility of those between
the ages of 18 & 39 from the program, and as a result
the county has a huge surplus in funding that must
be used by the end of March or they will lose it.
What's more, the State might give them less cash
next year. The program is overseen by the health
department but the screenings are done by hospitals,
health care clinics, and physicians. Follow up services
are also available. The screenings are for those that
are not insured or under-insured. Call 278-8285 for
information.
shots Thursday at the Gratwick Fire Company at
110 Ward Road in North Tonawanda. It'll run
from 10am till 10pm and and it's open to any
County resident. both the H1N1 and seasonal
flu shots will be available for anyone over six
months of age. The department is also offering
free cancer screenings for those between the ages
of 40 & 64. We're told a change in state policy
last April eliminated the eligibility of those between
the ages of 18 & 39 from the program, and as a result
the county has a huge surplus in funding that must
be used by the end of March or they will lose it.
What's more, the State might give them less cash
next year. The program is overseen by the health
department but the screenings are done by hospitals,
health care clinics, and physicians. Follow up services
are also available. The screenings are for those that
are not insured or under-insured. Call 278-8285 for
information.
MARTIN LUTHER KING CELEBRATION
Falls lawmaker Charley Walker will be presented with
the Civil Rights Achievement award tomorrow night
during the school district's 21st annual celebration of
Martin Luther King's birthday. High school senior
Savanna Terreberry will be honored with the youth
civil rights achievement award. The event begins at
5:30 in the high school's Performing Arts Center. The
director of multicultural and international student
affairs at Niagara University, David Blackburn, will be
the keynote speaker. The Housing Authority Youth
Choir and the Annointed Voices of Praise will perform.
The theme of the night is "Building Our Community
Starts With Me." A reception will follow in the
cafeteria.
the Civil Rights Achievement award tomorrow night
during the school district's 21st annual celebration of
Martin Luther King's birthday. High school senior
Savanna Terreberry will be honored with the youth
civil rights achievement award. The event begins at
5:30 in the high school's Performing Arts Center. The
director of multicultural and international student
affairs at Niagara University, David Blackburn, will be
the keynote speaker. The Housing Authority Youth
Choir and the Annointed Voices of Praise will perform.
The theme of the night is "Building Our Community
Starts With Me." A reception will follow in the
cafeteria.
GOLD WATCH & CHAIN MISSING
A 27 year old Ransomville man told Sheriff's
deputies last night a gold watch and a gold
chain were taken from his jacket while he was
bowling at South Transit Lanes. He said it
happened between 6:30 &10 pm. Deputies and
a manager looked at a security tape that showed
the jacket but nobody went near it. There are
no suspects. The estimated value of the
property is $500.
deputies last night a gold watch and a gold
chain were taken from his jacket while he was
bowling at South Transit Lanes. He said it
happened between 6:30 &10 pm. Deputies and
a manager looked at a security tape that showed
the jacket but nobody went near it. There are
no suspects. The estimated value of the
property is $500.
PENDLETON MAN SCAMMED ON INTERNET
A 29 year old Pendleton man reported yesterday
he was scammed out of over $1,500 by a company
he found on Craig's List on the internet. The
victim was looking for construction equipment.
He sent the money to Toolsclearance dot com.
He sent e-mails to them after receiving nothing
and got no response. He told Sheriff's deputies
a friend told him the site was created about two
months ago and was designed by some company
in France.
he was scammed out of over $1,500 by a company
he found on Craig's List on the internet. The
victim was looking for construction equipment.
He sent the money to Toolsclearance dot com.
He sent e-mails to them after receiving nothing
and got no response. He told Sheriff's deputies
a friend told him the site was created about two
months ago and was designed by some company
in France.
CHILD ENDANGERMENT
A 33 year old Town of Lockport man was charged
with harassment and endangering the welfare of a
child yesterday for allegedly punching a 13 year old
girl in the face Monday night. Edward Lane of
Dysinger lane was arrested by city police at ENH-
Lockport where he was awaiting a psychiatric
transfer to the Falls Memorial Medical Center. The
incident was said to have happened at a home on
Columbia Street. The victim and her mother have
requested an order of protection.
with harassment and endangering the welfare of a
child yesterday for allegedly punching a 13 year old
girl in the face Monday night. Edward Lane of
Dysinger lane was arrested by city police at ENH-
Lockport where he was awaiting a psychiatric
transfer to the Falls Memorial Medical Center. The
incident was said to have happened at a home on
Columbia Street. The victim and her mother have
requested an order of protection.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
A-E-S
The County I-D-A is expected to o-k a payment
in lieu of taxes deal for AES Somerset following
a half hour public hearing last night at the
Somserset Town Hall. About 35 people were
there and six offered comments generally in favor
of the agreement. The company will essentially
get the same deal that drew overflow crowds in
opposition 39 months ago in the Barker School
Auditorium. AES will pay a total of $15.8-million
each year instead of being taxed on the assessed
value of it's coal burning power plant. The deal
will run five years.
in lieu of taxes deal for AES Somerset following
a half hour public hearing last night at the
Somserset Town Hall. About 35 people were
there and six offered comments generally in favor
of the agreement. The company will essentially
get the same deal that drew overflow crowds in
opposition 39 months ago in the Barker School
Auditorium. AES will pay a total of $15.8-million
each year instead of being taxed on the assessed
value of it's coal burning power plant. The deal
will run five years.
NIAGARA FALLS COUNCIL MEETING
Lawmakers in the Falls voted 4-1 last night
to spend $180,000 on a series of six concerts
this year in conjunction with the Hard Rock Cafe.
Charley Walker cast the no vote. He said he was
concerned the extra concerts would mean
more overtime for the police and the department
of public works and he wondered if they actually
produced that much revenue for the city and the
businesses in the area. Mayor Paul Dyster said
the Administration was bringing up the proposal
now so they do better planning and promotion. He
said they had not finalized their concerts last year
till after event calenders had already been printed.
He said he hoped private sponsors would take
over more of the cost in future years. The Council
tabled a request to spend as much as $40,000
on a three day Summer blues festival until they could
get more information about it's budget. They rejected
a request to contribute $25,000 of casino revenue
to the celebration of the bi-centennial of the War of
1812. They wanted to know how much was being
contibuted by other communities. The City's
representative on the Water Board, Tom vitello,
said he was upset Dyster chose to replace George
Morreale on the five member board. Vitello said
Dyster did not return phone calls about the
appointment and had replaced Morreale...who lives
in the city....with someone who does not. That's
Mike McNally of Cambria. He served as chairman
until his term expired and he was replaced last year.
Dyster said Morreale had been appointed by former
Mayor Vince Anello on the last day of his term and
he wanted to pick someone on his own. McNally
told reporters he was concerned Vitello, Morreale,
and new member Joe Schiro were attempting to
forgo a six month search for a new executive
director and were trying to hire a candidate that
was less qualified than the top finalist. Current
director Gerry Grose is planning to retire at the end
of the month. The Board is expected to hire a new
chief later this month.
to spend $180,000 on a series of six concerts
this year in conjunction with the Hard Rock Cafe.
Charley Walker cast the no vote. He said he was
concerned the extra concerts would mean
more overtime for the police and the department
of public works and he wondered if they actually
produced that much revenue for the city and the
businesses in the area. Mayor Paul Dyster said
the Administration was bringing up the proposal
now so they do better planning and promotion. He
said they had not finalized their concerts last year
till after event calenders had already been printed.
He said he hoped private sponsors would take
over more of the cost in future years. The Council
tabled a request to spend as much as $40,000
on a three day Summer blues festival until they could
get more information about it's budget. They rejected
a request to contribute $25,000 of casino revenue
to the celebration of the bi-centennial of the War of
1812. They wanted to know how much was being
contibuted by other communities. The City's
representative on the Water Board, Tom vitello,
said he was upset Dyster chose to replace George
Morreale on the five member board. Vitello said
Dyster did not return phone calls about the
appointment and had replaced Morreale...who lives
in the city....with someone who does not. That's
Mike McNally of Cambria. He served as chairman
until his term expired and he was replaced last year.
Dyster said Morreale had been appointed by former
Mayor Vince Anello on the last day of his term and
he wanted to pick someone on his own. McNally
told reporters he was concerned Vitello, Morreale,
and new member Joe Schiro were attempting to
forgo a six month search for a new executive
director and were trying to hire a candidate that
was less qualified than the top finalist. Current
director Gerry Grose is planning to retire at the end
of the month. The Board is expected to hire a new
chief later this month.
SHERIFF TO HOLD TOWN MEETINGS
Sheriff Jim Voutour said Monday he will kick off
a series of Town Hall meetings in Porter on
Monday, January 25. He said he plans to have
one in each town and city during the year. They'll
focus on the operations of the department, the
sex offender and citizen observor programs, recent
crime trends in each community, and other important
public safety topics. Residents will have the chance
to ask questions about issues affecting their area.
He said he would ask their respective legislator,
Town Supervisor, or Mayor to attend. The session
in Porter will run 90-minutes and start at 7pm in the
Town Hall. Voutour added that those with specific
concerns they want addressed should contact
Administrative Captain Mike Filicetti before the
meeting is held in their area. He can be reached at
438-3331.
a series of Town Hall meetings in Porter on
Monday, January 25. He said he plans to have
one in each town and city during the year. They'll
focus on the operations of the department, the
sex offender and citizen observor programs, recent
crime trends in each community, and other important
public safety topics. Residents will have the chance
to ask questions about issues affecting their area.
He said he would ask their respective legislator,
Town Supervisor, or Mayor to attend. The session
in Porter will run 90-minutes and start at 7pm in the
Town Hall. Voutour added that those with specific
concerns they want addressed should contact
Administrative Captain Mike Filicetti before the
meeting is held in their area. He can be reached at
438-3331.
STATE OF UPSTATE
The Governor will deliver his State of the Upstate
message today in Buffalo. Paterson is slated to
speak at 3:30 in the auditorium at the Buffalo
Museum of Science on Humboldt Parkway. He
also said Monday his 2010-2011 executive budget
proposal will not only meet, but exceed the
requirements of his inflation spending cap. He
said if it's enacted, it will generate a more than
$1-billion surplus in the 2011-2012 fiscal year.
He promised it would be returned directly to
property taxpayers in the form of a progressive
circuit breaker tax credit that would average about
a thousand dollars per recipient. The proposal is
included in his proposed executive budget. His
office says it would be calculated by limiting an
individuals property tax burden to a specified
percentage of their income. The percentage would
decrease based on the size of the surplus. It
would be limited to household incomes up to
$200,000 upstate and $300,000 downstate. Those
having incomes below $90,000 upstate and below
$120,000 downstate would receive the largest
benefit.
message today in Buffalo. Paterson is slated to
speak at 3:30 in the auditorium at the Buffalo
Museum of Science on Humboldt Parkway. He
also said Monday his 2010-2011 executive budget
proposal will not only meet, but exceed the
requirements of his inflation spending cap. He
said if it's enacted, it will generate a more than
$1-billion surplus in the 2011-2012 fiscal year.
He promised it would be returned directly to
property taxpayers in the form of a progressive
circuit breaker tax credit that would average about
a thousand dollars per recipient. The proposal is
included in his proposed executive budget. His
office says it would be calculated by limiting an
individuals property tax burden to a specified
percentage of their income. The percentage would
decrease based on the size of the surplus. It
would be limited to household incomes up to
$200,000 upstate and $300,000 downstate. Those
having incomes below $90,000 upstate and below
$120,000 downstate would receive the largest
benefit.
STUDENT CHARGED WITH SELLING DRUGS
A 9th grader at Niagara Wheatfield has been suspended
from school after he allegedly sold drugs on school
property. Officials say they found five yellow pills in the
battery compartment of his cell phone last Thursday. He told
them they were an anti-depressant called Seroquel. The
boy was caught after another student was brought to the
nurses office for a reported drug overdose. He left class
unable to walk straight or speak clearly and said he paid
the other boy a dollar for the pill. The Sheriff's Department
says the teen will be treated as a juvenile and could be
charged with the criminal sale of a controlled substance
on school grounds. He will also face a Superintendents
hearing before being allowed to return to school.
from school after he allegedly sold drugs on school
property. Officials say they found five yellow pills in the
battery compartment of his cell phone last Thursday. He told
them they were an anti-depressant called Seroquel. The
boy was caught after another student was brought to the
nurses office for a reported drug overdose. He left class
unable to walk straight or speak clearly and said he paid
the other boy a dollar for the pill. The Sheriff's Department
says the teen will be treated as a juvenile and could be
charged with the criminal sale of a controlled substance
on school grounds. He will also face a Superintendents
hearing before being allowed to return to school.
MARSHAWN LYNCH
Hamburg Police say Bills running back Marshawn
Lynch took $20 from the wife of a Buffalo Detective
Sergeant but she does not want to pursue criminal
charges. Detective Sergeant Thomas Best said the
wife told them her hubby had taken out of context
how Lynch took the money while she and friend
were leaving a restaurant. Best said the money has
been returned by mail and what's happening between
Sergeant William Crawford and Lynch's agent is no
longer considered a police matter. Crawford said he
is considering a defamation of character suit against
Lynch's agent over a statement he issued Saturday
lambasting Crawford and denying Lynch took the
money.
Lynch took $20 from the wife of a Buffalo Detective
Sergeant but she does not want to pursue criminal
charges. Detective Sergeant Thomas Best said the
wife told them her hubby had taken out of context
how Lynch took the money while she and friend
were leaving a restaurant. Best said the money has
been returned by mail and what's happening between
Sergeant William Crawford and Lynch's agent is no
longer considered a police matter. Crawford said he
is considering a defamation of character suit against
Lynch's agent over a statement he issued Saturday
lambasting Crawford and denying Lynch took the
money.
QUALITY MARKETS
Tops is expected to get the o-k to buy all of
the 79 food stores owned by the Penn Traffic
Company by January 25. Their $85-million bid
has been accepted by the company but it still
needs approval by a bankruptcy court judge
and that will be determined during a later
hearing. If Tops bid is rejected, another
bidder could step in because court documents
say the deadline to submit a bid does not end
until January 19. Penn Traffic owns the Quality
Food Stores in our area.
the 79 food stores owned by the Penn Traffic
Company by January 25. Their $85-million bid
has been accepted by the company but it still
needs approval by a bankruptcy court judge
and that will be determined during a later
hearing. If Tops bid is rejected, another
bidder could step in because court documents
say the deadline to submit a bid does not end
until January 19. Penn Traffic owns the Quality
Food Stores in our area.
DOG ATTACK
A Hartland woman told the sheriff's department
she paid a thousand dollars to cover vet bills
after two of her dogs attacked a neighbor's
dog just before 3pm Monday on Ridge Road.
The woman also said she moved the dogs to
another location. The injured animal, Bandit,
was treated for one laceration, about five inches
long, behind his right shoulder and for two
smaller ones on his right side.
she paid a thousand dollars to cover vet bills
after two of her dogs attacked a neighbor's
dog just before 3pm Monday on Ridge Road.
The woman also said she moved the dogs to
another location. The injured animal, Bandit,
was treated for one laceration, about five inches
long, behind his right shoulder and for two
smaller ones on his right side.
Monday, January 11, 2010
JANUARY THAW?
We haven't been above freezing since New Years
Day, but the National Weather Service says
temperatures should reach the low 30's
by Wednesday and lots of sun with high's
in the upper 30's can be expected Thursday.
There's a chance of rain and snowshowers
Friday but temperatures are still expected to
peak at about 34. A cold front will come by
Saturday and drop them back into the 20;s,
but we should bounce back to 32 or so Sunday.
Forecaster Dave Sage told us they have recorded
48.3 inches of snow so far at the airport, about
2 1/2 inches above normal. He says most of
it fell this month, that we're 14.2 inches above
normal so far for January.
Day, but the National Weather Service says
temperatures should reach the low 30's
by Wednesday and lots of sun with high's
in the upper 30's can be expected Thursday.
There's a chance of rain and snowshowers
Friday but temperatures are still expected to
peak at about 34. A cold front will come by
Saturday and drop them back into the 20;s,
but we should bounce back to 32 or so Sunday.
Forecaster Dave Sage told us they have recorded
48.3 inches of snow so far at the airport, about
2 1/2 inches above normal. He says most of
it fell this month, that we're 14.2 inches above
normal so far for January.
ENTRIES/NOMINEES SOUGHT
The County Historical Society is taking entries
now for it's annual Songwriting Contest about the
Erie Canal and the Locks. It has to be an original
song and can be an individual solo or a group
thats working on a song together. The entrants
must write it and perform it and the Society wants
a CD of the performance. The complete rules
and application blanks can be found on their
website, www.NiagaraHistory.org. There are cash
prizes for the winners. Last year's winning entry,
"Down On The Erie Canal" was written by Patrick
Gordon and John Culliton Mahoney. The deadline
for entries is April 1. They are also looking for
nominees for this years "Key To The Locks"
award. The award was presented to Clint Starkey
last year. The winners of both will be honored
on Saturday May 8.
now for it's annual Songwriting Contest about the
Erie Canal and the Locks. It has to be an original
song and can be an individual solo or a group
thats working on a song together. The entrants
must write it and perform it and the Society wants
a CD of the performance. The complete rules
and application blanks can be found on their
website, www.NiagaraHistory.org. There are cash
prizes for the winners. Last year's winning entry,
"Down On The Erie Canal" was written by Patrick
Gordon and John Culliton Mahoney. The deadline
for entries is April 1. They are also looking for
nominees for this years "Key To The Locks"
award. The award was presented to Clint Starkey
last year. The winners of both will be honored
on Saturday May 8.
CHURCH AT SHAWNEE LANDING
The Church at Shawnee Landing is planning to
buy the former Saint Joseph's Catholic Church
in North Tonawanda after abandoning plans to
build one in Wheatfield. Church moderator Vic
Baker said they will sue the Town if they rezone
the land they own there without their consent.
Baker says they have almost reached an
understanding with the diocese....and spokesman
Kevin Keenan confirms they are in negotiations.
Saint Joseph's closed in June 2008 and merged
with Our Lady of Czestochowa. The Church At
Shawnee Landing was formerly known as The
Payne Avenue Christian Church. A public
hearing on the rezoning is slated for January 25.
buy the former Saint Joseph's Catholic Church
in North Tonawanda after abandoning plans to
build one in Wheatfield. Church moderator Vic
Baker said they will sue the Town if they rezone
the land they own there without their consent.
Baker says they have almost reached an
understanding with the diocese....and spokesman
Kevin Keenan confirms they are in negotiations.
Saint Joseph's closed in June 2008 and merged
with Our Lady of Czestochowa. The Church At
Shawnee Landing was formerly known as The
Payne Avenue Christian Church. A public
hearing on the rezoning is slated for January 25.
CIGARETTE TAX INCREASE?
The Governor talked about the possibility of
raising the State cigarette tax during an interview
Sunday on a Syracuse radio station. A Paterson
spokesman had dismissed a rumor last week that
he might propose an increase of a dollar a pack
when he unveils his 2010 budget plan in a week.
However, Paterson said Sunday that if things get
rough, he might use the tax to pay for health care.
The State already charges a tax of $2.75 a pack.
Any increase would give Indian retailers an even
larger price advantage over non-Indian stores.
raising the State cigarette tax during an interview
Sunday on a Syracuse radio station. A Paterson
spokesman had dismissed a rumor last week that
he might propose an increase of a dollar a pack
when he unveils his 2010 budget plan in a week.
However, Paterson said Sunday that if things get
rough, he might use the tax to pay for health care.
The State already charges a tax of $2.75 a pack.
Any increase would give Indian retailers an even
larger price advantage over non-Indian stores.
FALLS CITY COUNCIL
The Niagara Falls City Council is slated to get an
update from Water Board member Tom Vitello
during today's 4pm work session. Tonight's official
agenda calls for a vote on a plan to spend $180,000
on six concerts this year in conjunction with the
Hard Rock Cafe....and to spend as much as $40,000
on the Blues Festival later in the year. Another
resolution would have the City contribute $25,000
towards the bicentennial celebration of the War of
1812.
update from Water Board member Tom Vitello
during today's 4pm work session. Tonight's official
agenda calls for a vote on a plan to spend $180,000
on six concerts this year in conjunction with the
Hard Rock Cafe....and to spend as much as $40,000
on the Blues Festival later in the year. Another
resolution would have the City contribute $25,000
towards the bicentennial celebration of the War of
1812.
FALLS SCHOOL BOARD TRIP UNDER FIRE
In a story this morning, the Gazette says two
members of the Falls School board...and two
district officials...spent more than $10,000
attending a recent conference in San Diego.
Board members Robert Kazeangin and Vincent
Carcemi...and High School Vice Principal Bob
Bradley and Gaskill Prep Principal Joe Colburn..
attended the 69th annual conference of the
National School Board Association. Colburn said
he went to present the district's middle school
re-organizational plan to a national audience.
The school board president said board members
obtain a wealth of knowlegde that can only be
obtained by going. The paper noted they ran up a
bill of $237, plus a $45 tip, at a four star restaurant.
members of the Falls School board...and two
district officials...spent more than $10,000
attending a recent conference in San Diego.
Board members Robert Kazeangin and Vincent
Carcemi...and High School Vice Principal Bob
Bradley and Gaskill Prep Principal Joe Colburn..
attended the 69th annual conference of the
National School Board Association. Colburn said
he went to present the district's middle school
re-organizational plan to a national audience.
The school board president said board members
obtain a wealth of knowlegde that can only be
obtained by going. The paper noted they ran up a
bill of $237, plus a $45 tip, at a four star restaurant.
D-W-I
A 32 year old Lockport man was charged with
DWI around 11pm Sunday night after he went off
Genesee Street and struck a telephone pole in
front of Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home. Donald
Gray II of 59 Independence Drive told police he
went off the road after attempting to miss a large
black dog that was on the road...but police said he
had slurred speech and failed field sobriety tests.
They said they found him trying to free his car
from the pole and it's support wires. A copy of the
surveillance tape was obtained from the funeral
home. Gray was also charged with unreasonable
speed. Another Lockport man was arrested for
DWI just after 1:30am Saturday. Police said they
had to wake up Jeremy Meyer of 209 Church Street
after they allegedly found him sleeping behind
the wheel..with his car in drive....at the corner of
Washington and Prospect. He said he had been
drinking at his father's house and was on his way
home.
DWI around 11pm Sunday night after he went off
Genesee Street and struck a telephone pole in
front of Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home. Donald
Gray II of 59 Independence Drive told police he
went off the road after attempting to miss a large
black dog that was on the road...but police said he
had slurred speech and failed field sobriety tests.
They said they found him trying to free his car
from the pole and it's support wires. A copy of the
surveillance tape was obtained from the funeral
home. Gray was also charged with unreasonable
speed. Another Lockport man was arrested for
DWI just after 1:30am Saturday. Police said they
had to wake up Jeremy Meyer of 209 Church Street
after they allegedly found him sleeping behind
the wheel..with his car in drive....at the corner of
Washington and Prospect. He said he had been
drinking at his father's house and was on his way
home.
MARSHAWN LYNCH
Hamburg Police issued a statement yesterday
about a story that Bills running back Marshawn
Lynch stole $20 from a woman December 7 at a
restaurant. They said the facts reported in
Saturday's edition of the Buffalo News were not
consistent with those conveyed to their department.
Police said they had not received any complaint
from anyone directly involved. The newspaper said
Lynch took the money out of the woman's hand and
refused to give it back. The paper said the husband
of the woman is Buffalo Police Sergeant William
Crawford and that he filed the complaint. Hamburg
Police said they will continue to decline further
comment on the specifics of the situation. Lynch's
agent told "Pro Football Talk dot com" the
allegations are false and entirely malicious.
about a story that Bills running back Marshawn
Lynch stole $20 from a woman December 7 at a
restaurant. They said the facts reported in
Saturday's edition of the Buffalo News were not
consistent with those conveyed to their department.
Police said they had not received any complaint
from anyone directly involved. The newspaper said
Lynch took the money out of the woman's hand and
refused to give it back. The paper said the husband
of the woman is Buffalo Police Sergeant William
Crawford and that he filed the complaint. Hamburg
Police said they will continue to decline further
comment on the specifics of the situation. Lynch's
agent told "Pro Football Talk dot com" the
allegations are false and entirely malicious.
N-T PIZZERIA TO BE ON FOOD NETWORK
A North Tonawanda pizzeria will be featured
tonight on The Food Network. The Pizza Junction
will be highlighted on "Diners, Drive-In's and
Dives" at 10 p.m. The show will highlight their
"beef on weck" pizza, barbecue pulled pork,
reuben pizza, and stuffed hot banana peppers.
They plan to watch the show on a new projection
screen installed last week. A live band will
perform leading up to the show.
tonight on The Food Network. The Pizza Junction
will be highlighted on "Diners, Drive-In's and
Dives" at 10 p.m. The show will highlight their
"beef on weck" pizza, barbecue pulled pork,
reuben pizza, and stuffed hot banana peppers.
They plan to watch the show on a new projection
screen installed last week. A live band will
perform leading up to the show.
EVERYWOMAN TO HOLD JOBS WORKSHOP
The Everywoman Opportunity Center in the
Falls will start a 14 day free workshop later
this month to help women and single heads
of households enter or re-enter the job market.
Classes will be held Monday, Wednesday, and
Thursday starting January 25 and continuing
thru February 25. The program starts with
employment search and job fair preparation.
Other topics, such as career decision making
and the job search process will help identify
career choices. They tell us it's ideal for those
who are widowed, divorced or seperated...or for
those whose spouse is unemployed or
disabled. Call 282-8472, seating is limited.
Falls will start a 14 day free workshop later
this month to help women and single heads
of households enter or re-enter the job market.
Classes will be held Monday, Wednesday, and
Thursday starting January 25 and continuing
thru February 25. The program starts with
employment search and job fair preparation.
Other topics, such as career decision making
and the job search process will help identify
career choices. They tell us it's ideal for those
who are widowed, divorced or seperated...or for
those whose spouse is unemployed or
disabled. Call 282-8472, seating is limited.
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