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We would like to thank our out going President Suzanne Amidon for her 6 years of dedicated service.
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From Allegany County District Attorney Ian Jones:
COURT
REPORT
Defendant’s Name: Jessica
L. Morrison
Address: Wellsville, New York
Charges: Arson 2nd (B felony)
Reckless Endangerment 1st (D felony)
Criminal Mischief 2nd (D felony)
Court
Appearance Date: April
24, 2024
Proceedings: Jessica Morrison has been convicted of the
top count of Arson 2nd (a B violent felony) for starting a fire at 46
North Broad Street in the Village of Wellsville back on May 2, 2023, that
resulted in the building being a total loss.
Morrison will be sentenced in Allegany County Court on June 18, 2024.
Defendant’s
Attorney:
Jennifer Galvan, Esq.
Prosecuting
Attorney: Ian M. Jones, District
Attorney
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA---Roger W. Hanson, 77, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Barkeyville, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a long struggle with multiple medical issues.
Arrangements entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
To express condolences, light a
candle or share a fond memory of Roger, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
ALMOND, NY — Since 2021, the
Allegany County Democratic Committee has cleaned up a section of State Rt. 21
in Almond, NY as part of the NYS Department of Transportation’s
“Adopt-a-Highway” program. This year’s
spring clean-up took place on Monday, April 22nd – Earth Day. Numerous bags of trash were collected, giving
the roadway a much-improved appearance.
State Rt. 21 in Almond was specifically selected by the Committee because of its importance as a gateway to our county. This stretch of highway is heavily used by I-86 travelers on their way to the Alfred campuses or to recreational opportunities elsewhere in the area.
This project is
just one of the many ways local Democrats serve our community. To learn more, visit www.alleganycountydemocrats.org or find us on
Facebook. Reach out via email
info@alleganycountydemocrats.org or phone (585) 610-4321.
The
Allegany County Democratic Committee is the official governing body for the
County Party, working toward broader representation by Democrats at the local,
state, and national levels.
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Photo Caption (L-R): Volunteers Rich Lilley, Sue Bain-Lucey, Janis
Carson, and Mark Holt after the Allegany County Democratic Committee’s roadside
clean-up on Rt. 21 in Almond. . Not
pictured: Reeni Holt.
BELMONT, NEW YORK (April 24, 2024) -- Cornell Cooperative Extension is excited to announce:
Tree ID and Bark rubbings Workshop
Join us for a unique and educational experience at our upcoming Tree ID and Bark Rubbings Workshop! Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a gardening lover, or just curious about the trees in your local environment, this workshop is perfect for you.
Led by Mary Lu Wells, Master Gardener Volunteer from Cornell Cooperative Extension Allegany County. This workshop will guide you through tree identification, native species and useful information about trees.
But that's not all! As part of the workshop, you'll also have the opportunity to create beautiful bark rubbings. This hands-on activity allows you to capture the unique textures and patterns of various trees, resulting in unique pieces of art that you can take home with you.
Date: Saturday, April 27, 2024.
Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am.
Location: 4981 McAndrews Rd, Andover, NY 14806
For any questions, please contact Cristian Acosta at cfa34@cornell.edu.
“Tree ID and Bark rubbings workshop” is one of many programs offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension Allegany County. The association is part of the national cooperative extension system, an educational partnership between County, State, and Federal governments. As New York’s land grant university Cornell administers the system in this state. For more information, call 585-268-7644 or visit our website at www.cce.cornell.edu/allegany. Cornell Cooperative Extension provides equal program and employment opportunities.
New York State Police Blotter
4/23/24 2:57 p.m.- State Police arrested Trent J. Dowd,
22, of Belfast. He was charged with third-degree assault. He was released with
an appearance ticket for court.
City of Olean Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire at 623 Seneca Ave
On Wednesday April 24th at 02:36 the City of Olean Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire at 623 Seneca Ave. Fire units arrived within four minutes and reported heavy fire in the rear of the building. Olean Police Officers assisted in the evacuation of the occupants.
Firefighters stretched a hose line and began extinguishing the fire while other firefighters conducted a search of the first and second floors for potential victims. The fire was contained to the rear exterior of the house with some extension to the interior second floor bedroom. The fire was deemed under control by 02:57.
During the incident, one civilian was transported to Olean General Hospital for evaluation. No injuries to fire service personnel were reported.
The City of Olean Fire Department was assisted on-scene by the following agencies: Olean Police Department, Portville Fire Department Air Truck, and Trans Am Ambulance. Love Thy Neighbor assisted displaced residents on-scene. The Weston Mills Fire Department and Allegany Fire Department were on standby.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, and more information will be provided as it becomes available.
The City of Olean Fire department would like to take this time to remind the public to ensure they have properly functioning Smoke detectors in their residence.
Captain Bryan Swift
Date: Tuesday April 23, 2024
Wellsville Police
arrested Rachel E. Sebree, age 35 of Andover, charging her with Petit Larceny
(Class A Misdemeanor). The charge stems
from an incident that took place at Fisher’s Pharmacy. Sebree was processed, issued an appearance
ticket and released. Sebree is due to
appear in Wellsville Village Court on May 7th at 4:30 pm.
Wellsville Police
arrested Anne E. Merry, age 40 of Wellsville, charging her with DWI
(Unclassified Misdemeanor), DWAI Drugs (Unclassified Misdemeanor), Speed in
Zone (Infraction) and Failed to Keep Right (Infraction). The charges stem from a traffic stop on
Chamberlain Street. Merry was processed,
issued an appearance ticket and released to a third party. Merry is due to appear in Wellsville Village
Court on May 21st at 4:30 pm.
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ROCHESTER - John R. "Jack" Murphy, former owner of WMNS, WBJZ (Olean) , WLSV and WJQZ (Wellsville) of Jacksonville, Fla., passed away Jan. 12, 2016.
Born in Rochester on Jan. 23, 1932, he followed a career in broadcasting, mainly radio, in several New York state cities. He did some television, but loved radio, especially the morning show. He later went into management and ownership.
He is survived by his wife, Elaine; three children, Shannon (Robert) McElmurry, Sean (Amber) Murphy and Erin (Michael) Kane; six grandchildren, Kylie Cogan, Nickolas Leonard, Elizabeth Leonard, Emma Kane, Julia Kane and Kallen Murphy.
He was predeceased by his son, Colin; and two brothers, Thomas and James.
JOB POSTING:
With the enactment of the FY2025 Budget, the State Liquor Authority is highlighting significant changes to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law. These measures will continue Governor Hochul’s goal of modernizing the state’s often-antiquated ABC laws by injecting common sense and collaboration into New York’s alcohol industry.
“This 24-25 budget process is a successful one for our agency,” said State Liquor Authority Chair Lily Fan. “It has been our long-standing intention to seek changes to our statute that would allow us to better support our applicants and licensees. We wholeheartedly thank the Governor, her team, and our partners in both Houses for approving and delivering this package of improvements that will help members of our industry operate better. We look forward to continuing to support the modernization effort in the future while ensuring public safety, health, and welfare.”
Several proposals included in this year’s budget are recommendations from a report issued in May 2023 by the Commission to Study Reform of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law. Other items in the FY25 Enacted Budget address outdated statutes while enhancing the customer experience with more options to support a key cog in the State’s economy.
In the FY2023 Budget, Governor Hochul tasked the temporary Commission to Study Reform of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law, 21-members comprised of state agency heads and a diverse set of industry stakeholders, with voting to recommend changes to modernize and simplify the state’s 90-year-old ABC Law. Their efforts resulted in 18 recommendations to be considered for future legislative changes by the New York State Legislature.
Governor Hochul signed two of those recommendations into law in October of 2023, while three more are included in this year’s Enacted Budget:
Other business and guest-friendly measures include:
The New York State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for March 2024. Rates are calculated using methods prescribed by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The State’s area unemployment rates rely in part on the results of the Current Population Survey, which contacts approximately 3,100 households in New York State each month. To recap last week’s statewide press release, New York State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 4.4% in February to 4.3% in March 2024.
The data in the preceding table are not seasonally adjusted, which means they reflect seasonal influences (e.g., holiday and summer hires). Therefore, the most valid comparisons with this type of data are year-to-year comparisons of the same month, for example, March 2023 versus March 2024. Labor force data for the current month are preliminary and subject to revision as more information becomes available the following month. Revised estimates for prior months are available at: https://dol.ny.gov/local-area-unemployment-statistics.
Structure Fire 121
Fulton Street
April 23rd 2024
On Tuesday April 23rd at 07:26 the City of Olean
Fire Department was dispatched for a structure fire at 121 Fulton Street. The fire department responded with two engines
and one ladder truck. The first engine
arrived on the scene within three minutes and found smoke and fire coming from the
2nd floor windows. A hose
line was stretched and advanced into the house for an interior fire attack,
while other firefighters conducted a search for any victims. The fire was knocked down within four minutes
of arriving on-scene. Crews then checked
for extension in the attic and voids. The fire was contained to one bedroom on the 2nd
floor with some extension to the exterior.
There were four people in the home at the time of the
fire. All residents were able to
self-evacuate. One was treated for burns
and smoke inhalation. Trans AM provided on-scene care and transported the
patient to Olean General Hospital. Portville Fire Department Air Truck assisted
on scene. Allegany and Weston Mills Fire
Department provided standby coverage. Love Thy Neighbor assisted the displaced
residents.
The cause of the fire has been determined to be accidental,
caused by electrical malfunction.
Submitted by Eric Maurouard
Fire ChiefNew York State Police Blotter
4/22/24 8:30 p.m.-After investigating a domestic
dispute in the Village of Canaseraga, state police arrested Brian M. Lowery,
51, Dansville. He was charged with felony third-degree criminal mischief. He
was released on his own recognizance.
4/22/24 7:46 p.m.- State Police arrested River J.
Rosinki, 28, of Friendship and Jasmine L. Smith, 21, of Friendship. Each was
charged with endangering the welfare of a child. Court action is pending.
Extension Master Gardeners: National Volunteer Week
April 21 to April 27, 2024.
National Volunteer Week is a time to recognize and honor the incredible contributions of volunteers across the country. Today, we take a moment to celebrate the dedication and service of our Master Gardener volunteers, whose passion for horticulture and community service brings beauty and sustainability to our gardens. Master Gardeners are more than just gardening enthusiast; they are trained experts who share their knowledge and skills to improve our environment and educate others. These volunteers spend countless hours running educational programs, workshops, and offering gardening advice to the public. Their efforts help create vibrant, thriving green spaces that benefit us all.
The impact of Master Gardener volunteers is far-reaching, they support local food systems by growing vegetables for food banks, promote native plants and biodiversity, and contribute to environmental sustainability by encouraging sustainable gardening practices; their work not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of our communities but also fosters a deeper connection with nature.
To our Master Gardener Volunteers (MGV) from Cornell Cooperative Extension Allegany County, we want to thank you for your commitment and tireless efforts. Your work makes a significant difference in the lives of many, and we are grateful for your dedication.
As we celebrate National Volunteer Week, let's take a moment to acknowledge and appreciate the invaluable contributions of these amazing individuals. Whether you're attending a gardening workshop, visiting a community garden, or enjoying a beautifully landscaped public space, remember to thank a Master Gardener Volunteer.
Emergency Services Dispatcher of the Year: Award winners are Emergency Service Dispatchers Tony Perkins, Ashley Thompson, Jared Mattison and DJ Helmer.
Albany, N.Y., April 22—State Senator Tom O’Mara (R-C, Big Flats), Ranking Member on the Senate Finance Committee, today called the final 2024-2025 New York State budget enacted by Governor Kathy Hochul and the Legislature’s Democrat supermajorities “the most bloated and wasteful government budget in America.”
O’Mara, the Ranking Member on the Senate Finance Committee, noted that Hochul and the Democrat-led supermajorities of the state Legislature are increasing spending by at least $8 billion over last year and have adopted a record-setting, $237-billion-plus spending plan -- including an additional $2.4 billion to provide programs and services to an ever-increasing surge of illegal migrants coming into New York.
O’Mara said, “New York State taxpayers today and long into the future already face trying to afford, and live, and work under the most bloated and wasteful government budget in America. New York is already one of the highest taxed, heavily mandated, overregulated, and least affordable states in the nation. This budget makes it worse. It increases spending and handouts by at least eight billion dollars but fails to address any meaningful tax relief, mandate relief, debt relief, or fundamental priorities in education, health care, local roads and bridges, and so many other areas. In fact, it ignores the economic and fiscal warnings on the horizon and keeps on increasing government spending like there’s no tomorrow. To afford it, Governor Hochul and the Democrat majorities in the Legislature will go on squeezing every penny they possibly can from state and local taxpayers through higher taxes, passing the buck to localities, ignoring badly needed priorities, more borrowing, raiding reserve funds, increasing fees, and every other anti-taxpayer, anti-business, anti-economic opportunity, anti-economic growth, anti-freedom action contained in this new budget and that will be the cornerstone of every future state budget for as long as New York remains under one-party, all-Democrat control. We will remain the nation’s leader in irresponsible, irrational, misguided, and unsustainable spending that will overburden and make this state unlivable for taxpayers, families, workers, small businesses, manufacturers, farmers, and every segment of our local communities and economies.”
Redistricting Plan, as required by New York State
Due to changes in New York State law, Allegany County is obligated to complete a process of redrawing district boundaries of the Allegany County Board of Legislators. The current redistricting process is underway now because a review of the final 2020 census data showed that our current County Legislative districts are not as equal as they should be.
The goal of redistricting is to uphold the equal representation principle of democracy, by ensuring that each County Legislator represents approximately the same number of Allegany County residents. While equal population is the goal, it is impossible to have exactly equal numbers in each district, and federal and state guidance allows for variances of approximately 5 percent in population between the districts. There are factors in this guidance such as keeping the lines of districts continuous or avoiding splitting townships into multiple districts whenever possible.
The
Allegany County Board of Legislators invites the public to review the census
data as well as the redistricting presentation, relevant local laws, and
proposed redistricting maps. The public
may ask questions or provide comments through a form on the website or by
submitting them to:
redistricting@alleganyco.gov.
Redistricting information and the public comment form may be found at:
https://www.alleganyco.gov/departments/county-administrator/county-redistricting-plan/
The
census data may be found at: https://www.alleganyco.gov/economic-development/data-center/
The next step in the redistricting process involves the Board choosing one of the presented options to move forward to a public hearing to be held in early summer. Information regarding the time and day of that public hearing will be announced in the coming weeks and listed on the Redistricting section of the Allegany County website.
Scan
this QR code for a direct link to the Redistricting section of the County
website and public comment form.
Date: Sunday April 21, 2024
Wellsville Police arrested Jerry A. Gaines Jr, age 42 of Whitesville, charging him with DWI (Unclassified Misdemeanor) and DWI w/BAC of .08% or more (Unclassified Misdemeanor). The charges stem from an incident that took place on South Main Street. Gaines was processed, issued an appearance ticket and released to a third party and released. Gaines is due to appear in Wellsville Village Court on May 21st at 4:30 pm.
Date: Saturday April 20, 2024
Wellsville Police
arrested Jennifer L. Bulkley, age 43 of Wellsville, charging her with DWI
(Unclassified Misdemeanor), DWI w/BAC of .08% or more (Unclassified
Misdemeanor), Aggravated DWI w/BAC of .18% or more (Unclassified Misdemeanor),
Aggravated Unlicensed Operation 3rd (Unclassified Misdemeanor),
Failed to Notify DMV of change of Address (Infraction), 2 counts of Harassment
2nd (Violation) and Making a Terroristic Threat (Class D
Felony). The charges stem from an
incident that took place on King Street.
Bulkley was processed and arraigned before Wellsville Village Justice
Thompson. Bulkley was committed to the
Allegany County Jail on $5,000.00 cash bail or $10,000.00 property bond or
$100,000.00 partially secured bond. Bulkley
is due back in Wellsville Village Court on April 23rd at 4:30 pm. Additional charges are pending.
Roy D. Jackson “Celebration of life Slated”
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Family and
friends are invited to attend a celebration of life service for Roy D. Jackson,
82, of Shinglehouse, on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 2PM at the Gospel
Tabernacle Church, 420 US 6, Coudersport, PA, with the Rev. John Minor, pastor,
officiating.
Roy went to be with the Lord on
March 16, 2024.
Roy’s family entrusted his care
and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the
Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
For further information, please
visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
(Photo)- Friendship Pastors Kirk Kirch of the United Church of Friendship, Duane Broadwell of the Bible Baptist Church, and Kevin Palmiter of the Followers of the Way – Nile Community Church, from left, will be coordinating prayer gatherings at the Friendship School and for the National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 2, as they encourage Pray Across America in 2024.
A monthly prayer gathering at
Friendship Central School will be extended next week to include a full-day
observance of the National Day of Prayer, with four different prayer activities
being scheduled to enable the entire community to participate.
Three
pastors from the What God
is Doing in Friendship ny alliance of churches will take part in
the community prayer opportunities, starting at 8:30AM Thursday, May 2.
Church congregants and other community
members will gather in front of the school at 46 West Main Street for the first
Thursday of the month regular prayer time for the school and its students,
teachers, administrators, other staff, the Board of Education, parents and
caregivers, and others.
The school’s May Character Trait of Empathy – the ability to understand another
person’s thoughts and feelings in a situation from their point of view, rather
than your own, will be part of the prayer focus as churches seek to
extend support for this positive school trait among their congregants and
within the broader Friendship community.
The prayer session then will move across
the street to the Bible Baptist Church – the inclement weather backup site for
prayer for the school – for a free continental breakfast and a National Day of
Prayer observance time, led by Pastor Kevin Palmiter of the Followers of the
Way - Nile Community Church.
There will be prayer for the government,
the military, media, business, education, churches, and families, including the
holding up of attending families and family members in prayer.
A second prayer gathering and luncheon will
convene at noon at the Baptist church, with Pastor Kirk of the United Church of
Friendship leading that session.
An evening prayer gathering, coinciding
with the church’s regular Thursday night prayer and Bible study, will be held
at 6:30PM, led by Bible Baptist Church Pastor Duane Broadwell.
Anyone within the greater community and
beyond is invited to participate in any or all of these prayer events and to
bring others with them.
The monthly prayer gatherings at the school
were started last fall at the beginning of the current school year.
Origins of the National Day of Prayer began
in 1952 when Congress approved legislation requiring the President to set aside
and proclaim a suitable day each year, other than a Sunday, as a National Day
of Prayer, on which the people of the United States may turn to God in prayer
and meditation at churches, in groups, and as individuals.
Further information is available from
Allegany Hope, alliance coordinator, at AlleganyHopeWNY@outlook.com on
(585) 664-9989.