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Ɋ August 1 - South Dayton’s America 250 Event in the Village Park. Parade at 11am with the Statue of Liberty, floats, Pine Valley Marching Band playing patriotic music, 4H and more! There will be a picnic along with vendors set up in the park. The depot Museum will be open to visit. 11am-4pm.

Ɋ August 1 -2 - Summer Strings and Comedy Train Ride at Gowanda Depot. Warm breezes, golden light, and live acoustic music aboard the rails. Train departs Saturday at 11am & 2pm. Sunday at 2pm.

Ɋ August 5 - Portville Music Series at Pioneer Park. Music plays regardless of the forecast, but if it is rained out - then the performance will be moved to the Weston Mills Fire Hall. This weekMiss Hoshi’s Trio - 1920s - 2000s Jazz, Old Country, Bluegrass, Classic Rock, Rockabilly and Pop. 6:30pm.

Ɋ August 7-9 - Taste of Ellicottville in the Village. Taste all of the different flavors that Ellicottville has to offer! Walk around the village to taste-test some of the restaurant’s favorite dishes. Local restaurants will be serving up small bites and signature dishes

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that showcase the best of Ellicottville’s culinary scene. There will be live music indoors and tastings lining Monroe and Washington Streets. Pro tip: You can purchase your tickets ahead of time to skip the lines! 12-4pm all three days.

Ɋ August 10 - Summer at the Stone House: Independence Day Turns 250 at Cattaraugus County Museum - Stone House, 9824 Route 16, Machias, NY. The Summer at the Stone House event series continues on August 10th with a presentation by Chris Mackowski: Independence Day Turns 250! All Summer at the Stone House events are free and open to the public. 7pm.

Ɋ August 14-16Cattaraugus County Sportsmen’s Rendezvous at Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds, Little Valley, NY. Celebrating over 40 years, the Cattaraugus County Trappers Association Sportsmen’s Show features conservation displays, archery, trapping, fishing, big buck club display and live seminars. This is a NON-ALCOHOLIC, FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT, open to the public.Demos in the past have included trapping for fox, coyotes,

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When taking to the open road on a driving vacation, the temptation to keep going as long as possible is significant. A fun destination undoubtedly awaits, and that can compel drivers to stay behind the wheel for hours on end. But failure to rest when driving long distances can be dangerous and increase the risk of drowsy driving. Drowsy driving poses a notable threat to drivers, their passengers and their fellow motorists. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drowsy driving contributed to 633 deaths in 2023. The NHTSA notes drowsy driving accidents often involve only a single driver who runs off the road at a high rate of speed with no evidence of braking. But vacationers may fit that mold, too, particularly if they awake early to start a road trip and/or if they drive late into the night while passengers are asleep. Though it’s undeniably tempting to drive as long as possible when taking a driving vacation, it’s important that drivers learn to spot the warning signs of drowsy driving and get out from behind the wheel when such indicators appear. The National Sleep Foundation notes the following are some signs of drowsy driving.

beaver, mink, fisher, and more! Pistol Permit Clerks will be in attendance. Daily admission. Camping is available at an additional cost. Plenty of parking and food will be available. Fri: 10am-6pm, Sat: 8am-5pm, Sun: 8am-3pm.

Ɋ August 14 - Beach Party at Allegany State Park. Join in for an unforgettable evening at Red House Beach! Event Highlights: 2:00pm5:00pm - Ask the Naturalist, crafts and activities 2:00pm - 4:00pm - A sandcastle contest - get creative and show off your skills! 5:00pm - Limbo & contest winners announced 4:00pm6:00pm - Live Music with Siren’s Echo Come out and enjoy a fantastic evening with friends and family!

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August 15 - StrOlean at the 100-200 blocks of North Union Street, Olean. The Street will transform into a vibrant, “pedestrianonly” festival packed with delicious food, shopping, live music, entertainment, and family-friendly fun all day long! Over 100 arts and crafts vendors lining the streets - open from 11am to 5pm! Delicious eats from downtown Olean restaurants and GOACC Member food trucks! Live Music featuring Generations and Miss Hoshi’s Trio The Beverage Tent for guests 21+ A Free Children’s Activities Area with bounce houses, sponsored by Christ United Methodist Church. Pony Rides. Train Rides sponsored by Mallory’s Auto Body & Collision. Performances on the Main Stage. Carriage rides from The Little Red Barn Farm. 11am-5pm.

• Difficulty focusing on the road. The difficulty with focus may be accompanied or exacerbated by frequent blinking or heavy eyelids.

• Some drowsy drivers find themselves starting to daydream while behind the wheel. Drivers also may have wandering eyes and disconnected thoughts.

• Difficulty remembering the last few miles driven.

• Missing an exit or ignoring traffic signs. Ignoring traffic signs can be particularly dangerous.

The NHTSA notes most crashes involving drowsy driving occur between midnight and 6 a.m. Missing traffic signs during these times of day,

LITTLE VALLEY — The 183rd annual Cattaraugus County Fair is set to return Aug. 1-8, with several special themed days offering discounted admission for fairgoers.

Celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States on Sunday, Aug. 2, with Patriotic Day at the fair. Admission for all will be just $12 — $5 off the regular gate price.

Come for the rides and exhibits and then stay for the free grandstand show that night as the Black Cat Hell Drivers, a professional auto thrill and stunt show featuring high-speed reverse spins, ramp-to-ramp car jumps, precision two-wheel driving, controlled rollovers and cars bursting into flames. Additionally, many

when other drivers may have reduced visibility due to lack of daylight, can increase accident risk significantly.

• Yawning repeatedly or rubbing your eyes. These are telltale indicators that a driver is too tired to stay behind the wheel.

• Finding it hard to keep your head up or nodding off.

• Drifting from your lane, tailgating vehicles in front of you, or hitting a shoulder rumble strip.

• Feeling restless and irritable, or becoming aggravated with common annoyances such as sitting in traffic. The NHTSA urges anyone embarking on a long road trip to get a good night’s sleep the night

vendors will offer special pricing and discounts celebrating the day’s patriotic theme.

Then, on Monday, Aug. 3, there will be special gate pricing for Youth Day and Senior Day. Kids age 15 and younger as well as seniors 62 and older will be admitted to the fair for $10 — $7 off the regular gate price. This offer ends for both youths and seniors at 4 p.m.

For more information and a complete fair schedule, visit cattarauguscofair.com. Business hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. For more information, call (716) 341-2479, email info@longhausoflone. com or visit online at longhausoflone.com and social media.

before the trip begins. It’s also important that drivers taking prescription medications read the prescription packet to determine if the medicine could make them drowsy. If so, it might be best to let others handle driving responsibilities. Drivers who begin to feel drowsy should let others who are alert get behind the wheel. If signs of drowsy driving appear when driving alone, the NHTSA urges drivers to pull over and take a 20-minute nap in a safe place, such as a well-lit designated rest stop.

More information about drowsy driving can be found at nhtsa.gov.

Borrello honors Seneca Councilor Abrams during powwow

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Longhaus of Lone opens with authentic Native American art and designs

BY DEB EVERTS

SALAMANCA —

Shoppers looking for the finest in authentic Native American art and designs or high-quality quilting supplies can now find them at Longhaus of Lone on Main Street.

Owner Faye Lone officially opened her new business at 75 Main St. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony July 14. In attendance were Allegany Councilors Rickey Armstrong, Tina Abrams and Odie Porter; Salamanca Mayor Sandy Magiera; John Sheehan, Seneca Salamanca Chamber of Commerce CEO; Gary Quattrone, chamber marketing coordinator; and a group of Seneca artists and friends.

The business includes an art gallery featuring the works of local Indigenous artists and artisans on one side and a quilt shop filled with quality fabrics, beading supplies and select art supplies on the other. People may pre-order their fabrics and Lone will have them ready for pickup during business hours.

In the back of the shop, people can see Lone’s 14-foot, long-arm Gammil Statler quilting machine. Her special style of stitching is called free motion quilting, which is kind of like writing in cursive.

An award-winning Seneca fiber and fabric artist, Lone is known for weaving ribbons, vibrant colors and elaborate

the biggest effort,” she said.

“Two of my daughters, Shquanebin and Naquaqua, have worked with me and are established designers in their own right. We make over 50 products, both clothing and home goods, for the whole family. We created a single company, Longhaus of Lone, to take our fashion designs to the world. We are thankful for this creative outlet and hope everyone enjoys our works as much as we enjoy making them.”

Lone holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Learning & Instruction from the University at Buffalo, and works on a contract basis. She has a residence and studio on the Tonawanda Seneca Reservation and is currently designing a tiny home with custom built-in furniture and a moving wall. She also has a place in Salamanca so that she can be close to work.

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stitching in her pieces. She designs traditional regalia, including customized ribbon shirts, skirts and vests, as well as handmade quilts, bed scarves and table runners. She also designs one-of-a-kind commissioned quilts for individuals and organizations.

“My one-of-a-kind designs are not found anywhere else in the world,” she said. “I have digitized my drawings to do my regular

quilting.”

Lone is a distinguished artist whose creations are celebrated for their vibrant colors, elaborate stitching and storytelling elements. Her artwork is featured in the permanent collections of the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian, the Eiteljorg Museum, the New York State Museum, the Pequot Museum and the Seneca Iroquois National Museum

(SINM). She said one of her works was on tour with the Museum of Modern Art for over two years.

In her biography posted on the SINM website, Lone said, “Authenticity and knowledge are key elements of my work. I use my imagery to tell stories, to make a statement, not always subtle. My fabric art is an opportunity to teach about our culture, to show true depictions.”

Lone has owned and operated Faye Lone Designs for over 15 years. She created the Longhaus of Lone company with her three talented daughters, Shquanebin, Naquaqua and Dayyagohatay, whom she taught to sew. She hopes to pass the business down to create a brand and a legacy.

“I have had a business for almost 25 years, in some form or another, but this is

“I am (at the shop) typically six days a week, 8 to 12 hours a day,” she said. “I am committed to being open four days a week. The rest of the time is for my production and art.”

Register soon for classes in several art forms. During the fall and winter months, Lone plans to offer sewing and quilting retreats in a restored Victorian home.

Business hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. For more information, call (716) 341-2479, email info@ longhausoflone.com or visit online at longhausoflone. com and social media.

Randolph Academy board members recognized for service

RANDOLPH — At a recent Randolph Academy Board of Education meeting, two board members were recognized by the New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA) for their dedication to public education and commitment to board leadership.

Mary Myers was honored with the NYSSBA Level 4: Board Lifetime Achievement Award.

She has served on the Randolph Academy Board of Education for 17 years, serving the past 10 years as President. The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes board members who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and a long-standing commitment to advancing public education through continued professional development and service.

Susan Locke-Scott, a four-year member of the Randolph Academy Board of Education, received the NYSSBA Level 2: Board Excellence Award. This award recognizes board members who have demonstrated a commitment to strengthening their governance skills through ongoing learning and leadership development.

Randolph Academy Superintendent Michael Cipolla congratulated both board members on their well-deserved recognition. He said both Myers and

the meeting to recognize former board member Scott Winterburn for his years of dedicated service and unwavering support of Randolph Academy. Winterburn has been a long-time advocate for the district, serving on the board with a steadfast commitment to students, staff and the school community.

During the recognition, Cipolla expressed the district’s gratitude for Winterburn’s leadership and service.

“On behalf of the district and our school community, I would like to extend our sincere appreciation for your dedicated service as a member of the Board of Education,” said Cipolla. “Thank you for your leadership, your service and your lasting impact on our students and schools.”

support of the district’s policies, mission and vision has helped guide the board’s work with clarity and purpose, he said.

“Your collegial approach and professionalism have fostered collaboration and mutual respect among your colleagues and the broader school community,” Cipolla added. “Most importantly, your true character — marked by integrity, thoughtfulness and a genuine commitment to public education — has truly embodied the high standards set forth by the New York State Education Department for school board members.”

Locke-Scott have been steadfast public education advocates and strong voices for education and students throughout their tenures, consistently prioritizing their success and wellbeing.

“On behalf of the district and our entire school community, we extend our sincere appreciation to Mary and Susan for their dedicated service to the Board of Education,” said Cipolla. “Their leadership and professionalism reflect the core principles

and standards of the New York State School Boards Association, helping to guide our district with integrity and purpose. We are deeply grateful for their

lasting contributions and the positive impact they have made on our school.”

The Board of Education also took time during

Cipolla said Winterburn has been an unwavering advocate for students, consistently placing their needs and success at the forefront of every decision. Winterburn’s strong

The Randolph Academy Board of Education plays a crucial role in supporting the district’s mission to provide educational opportunities for all students. Recognizing Myers, Locke-Scott and Winterburn shows the district’s appreciation for the dedicated individuals who volunteer their time and expertise to serve Randolph Academy and its students.

Borrello honors Seneca Councilor Abrams during powwow

SALAMANCA — State

Senator George Borrello honored Seneca Nation Councilor Tina Abrams as the 57th District’s 2026 New York State Senate Woman of Distinction during the opening ceremony of the Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans Powwow at the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino.

The tribute featured remarks by dignitaries as well as a celebratory Honor Dance to recognize Abrams’s leadership, service and historic selection for this statewide distinction.

The ceremony followed the powwow’s Grand Entry and included remarks from Borrello and Seneca Nation President J. Conrad Seneca. Alan Dowdy, who coordinated the Honor Dance, explained its significance before leading the song and drum.

Abrams participated in the dance alongside Borrello and President Seneca, followed by her family, friends and

members of the community. A group of young Seneca girls dressed in traditional regalia also joined Abrams for the celebration. The Iroquois veterans presented Borrello with a special recognition during the ceremony.

Abrams made history earlier this year as the first Indigenous woman to be named a New York State Senate Woman of Distinction. The annual recognition was established in 1998 to honor women whose leadership, volunteerism and public service have made a lasting impact on their communities.

While she received the statewide honor during the Senate’s Women of Distinction ceremony in Albany in May, Friday’s presentation provided an opportunity to celebrate her achievements at home, surrounded by her family, fellow Nation members and the community she has served for more than two decades.

“Tina Abrams has devoted her life to serving the Seneca Nation and advocating for Indigenous communities with integrity, compassion and unwavering determination,” Borrello said. “It was especially meaningful to recognize her here at the Seneca Nation Veterans Powwow, where she has long played a leadership role and where so many who know her best could join in celebrating this well-deserved honor.”

First elected to the Seneca Nation Council in 2001, Abrams, a member of the Seneca Nation’s Wolf Clan, made history in 2012 as the first woman appointed CoChair of the legislative body. Throughout her career, she has championed Native American rights, strengthened relationships among tribal nations, advocated on state and federal issues affecting Indigenous communities, and worked to preserve Seneca culture and traditions.

Her commitment to service extends well beyond elected office. Abrams serves as chairperson of the Seneca Nation Veterans Powwow, helping honor Native American veterans while preserving cultural traditions for future generations. She also serves on the Remember the Removal Committee, the Cattaraugus County Planning Board, and the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Board of Directors and previously served as Northeast Region Vice President of the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI). Her leadership has earned numerous honors, including recognition as one of the Erie County Commission on the Status of Women’s “Living Trailblazing Women” and the Brooks Patterson Community Leadership Award.

“Senator Borrello’s recognition of Tina Abrams speaks volumes of his sincere appreciation for what the Seneca Nation means to Western New York,” said President Seneca. “In coming to Seneca territory to present this well-deserved award to Tina, Senator Borrello is not only showing his respect for all that Tina has accomplished — he is also sending a powerful message of respect for our Nation, our people and our history to our entire community, as well as to his colleagues in New York State.”

Abrams said she is grateful and moved beyond words that Borrello visited the Allegany Territory to celebrate this honor with her in front of our Seneca community.

“Being recognized during our annual powwow is especially meaningful to me as a Seneca Wolf Clan mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and community member,” Abrams added.

“Sharing this moment at home, surrounded by my family, my community, young Seneca women and the many people who traveled from near and far to participate in our Powwow, is a special memory I will hold dear for the rest of my life.”

The Women of Distinction program is about honoring women whose leadership, service and example have made a lasting difference in the lives of others, Borrello said, and Abrams represents the very best of that legacy.

“Her work has strengthened the Seneca Nation, advanced the interests of Indigenous communities and helped preserve the culture and traditions that are so central to the identity of Western New York,” the senator continued. “It has been a true privilege to recognize her in Albany and even more meaningful to celebrate her here, surrounded by the people and community she has served for so many years.”

The Seneca Nation’s Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans Powwow is one of the Northeast’s largest annual celebrations of Native American culture and traditions, bringing together veterans, dancers, drummers, artists and visitors from across the United States and Canada. The annual gathering honors the service of Native American veterans while celebrating the enduring heritage and traditions of the Seneca Nation.

Electrical safety strategies to emphasize throughout your home

Electrical fires at home may not be foremost on the minds of homeowners, but they’re a notable threat that should not be overlooked. The Electrical Safety Foundation International reports that home electrical fires account for an estimated 51,000 fires each year. Such fires result in hundreds of deaths and $1.3 billion in annual property damage. Many electrical fires are preventable. Various preventive measures can be taken to reduce the risk of electrical fires and safeguard a home’s residents should such fires occur. The ESFI urges homeowners to take these tips to heart.

• Consider electrical upgrades. Ask a qualified electrician if your home would benefit from AFCI protection, especially during inspections of older homes or upgrades to electrical systems. These advanced new safety devices recognize dangerous conditions that are not detected by standard breakers.

frequently enough that everyone knows exactly what to do should a fire occur.

• Adhere to manufacturer instructions in relation to lighting fixtures. Always use light bulbs that match the recommended wattage on the light fixture.

and buzzing sounds, and circuit breakers that trip repeatedly. Contact a qualified electrician immediately if any such signs appear.

• Reduce reliance on extension cords. Use extension cords only temporarily, and never use them to power space heaters or air conditioners.

• Routinely inspect fire warning systems. Test smoke detectors and AFCIs monthly to ensure that they are working properly.

• Audit your home electrical system. A thorough inspection conducted by a qualified electrician to ensure that all electrical work in the home meets the safety provisions in the NEC can uncover any potential issues that might increase the risk of an electrical fire.

Homeowners also can periodically conduct a basic assessment of your home electrical system, electrical cords, extension cords, power plugs, and outlets.

• Install smoke detectors on every level of the home.

The ESFI recommends installing smoke detectors inside each bedroom and outside each sleeping area.

• Design and share a plan to escape to safety. Establish an evacuation plan that can be used in case of an emergency, and practice evacuating with your family

• Childproof a home to avoid electrical accidents. In homes with young children, install tamperresistant receptacles to prevent electrical shocks and burns.

• Learn to spot the signs of a system in trouble. Telltale signs of electrical problems include dim and flickering lights, unusual sizzling

• Avoid overloading outlets. Consider having additional circuits or outlets installed by a qualified electrician as needed.

Electrical fires can be deadly. But many can be prevented with some simple safety strategies.