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Church to give away free food, school supplies SINCLAIRVILLE — On Sunday, Aug. 25, from noon to 3 p.m. in downtown Sinclairville, Park Church will hold its annual I Am Free event. Children who live in the Cassadaga Valley community will be given free school supplies, clothing vouchers and free haircuts. The Sheriff’s Department will be on hand to provide car seat inspections. For those that don’t have children, there will be plenty to do as well. There will be free food, classic cars and a dunk tank! For those interested, there will be an outdoor church service starting at ...

Art classes let everyone explore their creative side

Art Start is inviting local community members to explore their creative side with free art instruction. A full slate of classes is returning for the fall session, including watercolor, decorative acrylic, knitting, card making, calligraphy, and scrapbooking classes. “Art Start has ...

Fredonia church names new pastor

Christ Community Church of Fredonia has called Mark A. Ferrer to become their next lead pastor. Mark was born in New York City to John and Jeanette. After working his way through a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biblical and Theological Studies from Nyack College, Ferrer moved to Philadelphia ...

Students receive First Communion

Beth Stang, Emma Luther, Ellie McFarland, Hailey Stang, Dan Morraco and Madeline Valone recently had their First Communion at St. Joseph’s in Gowanda. Pictured with them are Father Peter Karalus (center), Father Joe Porpiglia, director Wilma Parry and instructor Norma Kazmark.

Work is good

Labor Day will soon be here. That three-day weekend informally marks the end of the summer recreational season. Its real purpose is to pay tribute to the contributions along with the social and economic achievements of American workers. As we recognize the importance and value of all our workers let’s also recognize the value of work itself. All too often when we think of work it is not considered something to look forward to. Drudgery, tedium, and other negative descriptions easily come to mind in connection with having to do work. This is true whether we think of our employment or ...

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VBS at Collins Friends Meeting planned for Aug. 20 to 22 Vacation Bible School will take place at Collins Friends Meeting, 2345 Main St., Collins, from Tuesday to Thursday, Aug. 20 to 22. It will feature games, story hour, refreshments and more. Call 207-2886 for more information. 21st Priest Appreciation dinner The 21st Priest Appreciation dinner will take place on Sunday, Oct. 13 at St. Anthony’s Parish Hall, Cushing Street, Fredonia. Donations are $20 per person. Cocktails are at 4 p.m., with free bar, followed by a buffet-style dinner at 5 p.m. For tickets, contact St. ...