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Wellsville going for a St. Patty’s Day world record BY KATHRYN ROSS
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WELLSVILLE — Many Wellsville teams earned athletic dhave is not finished records over the years, but one group is vying for a world record. The Wellsville contingent of the Ancient Order of Hibernians is throwing its cap into the ring for the Guinness world record for the smallest St. Patrick’s Day parade and they got the go ahead Monday night from the village board to close up a block of North Main Street. They even got the OK to suspend the open container law on March 17 for the Shortest Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. Hibernian Brian Cannon pitched the parade to the board, pointing out that currently the shortest St. Patrick’s Day parade in the world is in Hot Springs, Arkansas, at only 98 feet long. The Hibernians plan to beat that distance by at least 80 feet. Wellsville’s parade will take place in front of the entrance to Eaton Court, the alleyway located between the Irish business Have A Hart and the Wellsville Brewing Company. It is about 12 feet wide. The AOH plans to contact the high school band, bag pipers, dancers, car enthusiasts and find a color guard and parade marshals. But they didn’t want to get too far down the road without getting approval from the board, Cannon said.
He explained that while New York City, Buffalo and even Hornell stage St. Patrick’s Day parades they are often long, drawn out events that take much of the day, “Our parade will be short and quick and give people the time to visit our stores and restaurants. I think this will draw a lot of people to Wellsville and they will even have time to go to the Hornell parade if they want to.” He pointed out that about a third of village residents have Irish heritage. He went on to say that they will document the parade with video and statements that will be sent to the Guinness Book of World Records for the record. The proposal received the full approval of the board with Mayor Randy Shayler saying, “I think this is the coolest idea I’ve seen in awhile,” and he wondered if he can get his vintage Thunderbird on the parade route. With the event permit granted, Cannon said he will be advertising more information about the parade as it becomes available. The board also issued an event permit for the Dyke Street Engine Company and the Wellsville Fire Company for a chicken barbecue. The event will be held on March 26 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Dyke Street Engine Company at 89 E. Hanover St. During the trustees’
comment period the board heard from Mike Roeske, the liaison to the planning board. He requested that a half hour be set aside before the next board meeting on Feb. 27 for a presentation by representatives of Taco Bell. “Taco Bell wants to discuss building a Taco Bell facility here in Wellsville,” he said.
village treasurer Melissa Mullen announced that there is state assistance for low-income water and sewer customers. “The Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) helps low-income households pay the cost of water and sewer services,” she said. “The program can assist households who have
There were questions as to whether the meeting would be open to the public. The mayor said he will direct the clerk to nail down the time and date and post the information appropriately. Roeske said that he was not at liberty to reveal what site on Main Street the Taco Bell people are looking at. Prior to adjourning,
past due bills for water and or sewer services.” Applications for the program are available on the state’s website at www.otda.ny.gov, at the Department of Social Services in Belmont or at the village office. Applications may also be mailed to NYSLIHWAP, P.O. Box 1789, Albany, N.Y., 12201.
Allegany County recognizes rising Public Works employee BELMONT — The Allegany County Legislature has recognized the contributions of Robert Langdon, a junior engineer with the Department of Public Works. The resolution passed last week details the hard work and dedication Langdon has displayed while working for the county. He was hired in 2011 as an engineer technician and has since received promotions to senior engineer technician in 2017 and to his current title in October 2022. Langdon performs all surveying responsibilities for the department, including records and deeds verification, coordination with utility companies on department projects, the acquisition of easements and permits and assistance with bridge and culvert design. Tom Windus, su-
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Robert Langdon (second from right) was recognized by the Allegany County Board of Legislators. With him (from left) are Mandy Langdon, Joey Bednez, Braylin Langdon and Daejin Langdon.
perintendent of Public Works, lauded Langdon’s commitment to the county. “Rob exemplifies the employee that most deserves this type of recognition,” Windus said. “He is passionate about his work and does it with professionalism, thoroughness and attention to detail. Rob is also a great leader and mentor. He is always
willing to help others with whatever is asked of him.” In addition to his work with DPW, Langdon has displayed a commitment to the community with volunteering in youth sports. He has served seven years as a coach for the Friendship Little League as well as coaching baseball for Friendship Central School modified and junior varsity teams,
as well as coaching for the Friendship Summer Youth Soccer League. Previously, Langdon served his country with three years of active duty and three additional years in the Army National Guard, achieving the rank of E-4 specialist, field artillery surveyor. He is a three-time recipient of the Army Achievement Medal, which honors outstanding achievement and meritorious service in the performance of one’s duties. Board Chairman W. Brooke Harris, in a presentation of the resolution to Langdon, thanked him for his contributions. “The board is privileged to be able to present Rob with this recognition,” Harris said. “Thank you for your continued examples of hard work and commitment to the people of Allegany County.”
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