Chicken barbecue set for Sunday

A Chiavetta’s chicken barbecue will be Sunday. Sponsored by Chadwick Bay Chapter of Demolay, which is a Masonic boys youth group, it’s located at the Forest Lodge Masons Lodge at 321 East Main St. Fredonia. Proceeds will be going to Battle Within, an organization to bring awareness to veteran suicide and mental health. It will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 with presale tickets at https://facebook.com/events/s/chiavettas-chicken-bbq-fundrai/1425815014704629/ and on the link is local delivery information and to text Rich Newton, Brandon Nolan or Robert Anthony. Venmo also accepted.

Vietnam ceremony set for Monday

Next week, U.S. Rep. Nick Langworthy (NY-23) is proud to a 50th Anniversary Vietnam-Era Veteran Pinning Ceremonies, in partnership with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. These special events will honor Vietnam War Era Veterans from New York’s 23rd Congressional District for their service and sacrifice.

The 2008 National Defense Authorization Act established the U.S. Vietnam War Commemoration to honor living U.S. veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time during the period of November 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975, regardless of where they were stationed.

Ceremonies will be Monday at Cassadaga High School Auditorium, 5935 Route 60, Sinclairville, at 2 p.m.

Langworthy invites all Vietnam War Era Veterans and their families to attend these ceremonies to be formally recognized for their contributions. To receive a pin and be honored at the event, veterans are encouraged to register at langworthy.house.gov/vietnam. Community supporters are also welcome to attend and show their appreciation for these veterans.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the Congressman’s office at (716) 547-6844 or replangworthyinfo@mail.house.gov.

Grants

available

for Westfield

homeowners

WESTFIELD — The Village of Westfield has grant funds available to help low- and moderate-income homeowners make necessary home repairs. The Village of Westfield was awarded $493,000 and these Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds were awarded through the New York State Office of Community Renewal to assist seven homeowners living in the village.

The funds can be used for necessary repairs such as replacing old windows and doors, repairing or replacing roofs, repairing porches and entries, electrical, plumbing or heating system repairs, water and sewer laterals, etc. Anything that is necessary to assure the health and safety of the occupant and/or the structural integrity of the home is eligible, including modifications such as wheelchair ramps and walk-in showers. The program does not provide funds to remodel. In all cases, the property will be made lead-safe as part of the work that is done.

In order to be eligible, you must live in the Village of Westfield, the home must be your primary, year-round residence, and all taxes and mortgages (if applicable) must be current. In addition, you must meet the income guidelines as follows: household of one, $46,800; household of two, $53,450; household of three, $60,150; household of four, $66,800.

If you would like more information or an application for the Westfield Village Rehab Program, please call CHRIC at 716-753-4650.