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Highs and lows: Some of the best, worst of the week

Here are some of the best — and worst — of the week:

BEST

HONORING THE FALLEN — A special thank you to those who organized different Pearl Harbor ceremonies across the region. This year marked the 75th anniversary of the attack in which 2,403 people were killed and another 1,177 people were injured. There are not many people left who remember that day. But even if there’s not a single person alive that was alive on Dec. 7, 1941, as a society we need to continue to honor those who were killed. May their lives never be forgotten.

CHIEF STEPS DOWN — Congratulations to Evans Police Chief Ernest P. Masullo. After 40 years in law enforcement, the father and grandfather has decided to retire. Of his 40 years, Masullo spent 39 of it working with the town of Evans. We wish him the best as he spends more time with his family. He’s earned it.

SPIRIT OF SPOKE FOLK — Members of the Spoke folk Community Bicycle Program have  been working to refurbish 50-60 old bicycles for distribution through Chautauqua County Rural Ministry and the Salvation Army this holiday season. “It’s making sure that every kid experiences the thrill of having that first bicycle, if their family or (financial) circumstances can’t really handle it,” said Richard Goodman. This is a wonderful project and we applaud all those involved in making it happen.

WORST

METH LAB BUST — On Tuesday, Fredonia police were called to a residence on Berry Street for a possible meth lab. A woman at the home was in the process of disposing chemical solutions and equipment. In doing so, noxious fumes began to fill the residence. Also in the home was a two-month old baby. Right now these are allegations, but if true, it is heartbreaking. A two-month-old baby was exposed to the chemicals in this house. Children, because of their small stature and still developing brains and vital organs, are especially vulnerable to the health problems caused by homes filled with toxic chemicals. Drug addiction is real and can have serious consequences. If you know of someone struggling with chemical dependency, please contact the Chautauqua Crisis Services at 1-800-729-6686.

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