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Fred Basket lists hours for month On Saturday, June 20, Fred Basket previously known as The Fredonia Food Pantry will be open from 10 a.m. to noon at Fredonia Presbyterian Church at 219 Central Ave. Additionally, it is open on Wednesdays from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Guests may only receive one helping a month. These new hours hope to serve those who cannot attend on Saturdays the food pantry serves the needs of residents of Fredonia, ZIP code 14063, Pomfret, Sheridan, and Laona. All guests receive one or more bags of non-perishable food. Number of bags given out depends on family ...

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Sheridan plans memorial open house for Langworthy SHERIDAN — The Sheridan Historical Society is hosting a memorial open house in honor of Mary Langworthy on Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. Friends and family are invited to share memories of Langworthy beginning at 1 p.m. Some of her research into the town's early lake history will also be shared, including the story of the schooner Kingbird, which was built in Sheridan about 1815. Those interested will have ample time to view the society's displays, as well. She was active in the society for more than 25 years and remained a champion of ...

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Yoga class being planned CASSADAGA — Join teacher Rachel Krupa for a Beginner's Yoga Class on Friday, June 19, from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Seymour Cassadaga Library Branch. This class will incorporate slow, gentle movement. Please bring your own mat; some will be available for loan. Please RSVP to 716-595-3323. Tickets are available at the door, $5 for seniors and $10 for general admission. Silver Creek Senior Citizens meet SILVER CREEK –The Silver Creek Seniors met on May 26 with 32 people in attendance. President Randy Nurmi opened the meeting with all saying the Pledge of ...

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Healthcare for youth event planned June 16 A fun and educational event! Bring your Stuffed Animal or Doll for a Check-up! Come to a special event where children can bring their favorite stuffed animals or dolls for a fun and friendly medical check-up! This interactive experience helps kids feel comfortable with healthcare while learning about healthy habits. Parents must stay with their children while they are participating in this event. The first open house healthcare event will take place Tuesday, June 16 at Central Christian Academy, 876 Central Ave., Dunkirk from 11 a.m. ...

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Chicken barbecue planned for Tuesday There will be a chicken barbecue on Tuesday, June 2 at the D&F Plaza in Dunkirk beginning at 11:30 a.m. until sold out sponsored by Forestville Chapter 247 Order of the Eastern Star. Cost is $15 per dinner or $10 for chicken only. Brush pickup planned in village The village of Fredonia will be picking up limbs and yard waste beginning Monday at 7 a.m. Collection will continue until every village street has been completed. Bags and brush are collected separately by different crews. All items for collection must be at the curb no later than 7 ...

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Pinochle scores from city announced Dunkirk Senior Center recent pinochle scores were announced: — Monday, May 11: Cindy Morse-566, Donna Richardson-546, Nance Szymanowicz-537, Carol Keller-524. Double pinochle-Lynn DiPalma; Peanuts-Romaine Hohenstein. — Friday, May 15: Nance Szymanowicz-579, Molly Hamernik -568, Wende Adamczak-548, Rich Hazelton-525, Bill Tuttle-519. Double pinochle-Molly Hamernik; Peanuts-Dave Trentini. Fredonia Ukulele sets Friday event On Friday, there will be Fredonia Ukulele at Raven & Thorn 26 Water St., Fredonia, from 5 to 7 p.m. Play immediately ...