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Cat adoption fees reduced A special cat adoption opportunity is being made available by the Lakeshore Humane Society throughout September. During the month, the adoption fee for cats over one year of age is reduced to $40. As with all adoptions, this includes: spay/neuter; rabies, distemper, and leukemia vaccinations; FIV/FeLV testing; flea and worming treatments; 10-day health guarantee; and a 30-day refund for return of the cat if there is not a good match with the adopter. The usual adoption fee for kittens is in effect for September. For kittens under five months, the fee is $75 ...

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Driver Safety Class scheduled for October An AARP Driver Safety Class will be held Tuesday, Oct. 3 and Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day. Participants must attend both days. New York State requires the six-hour course to obtain the certificate. The class will be held at the Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Franklin Ave., Dunkirk. Call 716 366-7530 to register. The class is limited to 30 participants. Portland Fire District considering 2024 budget The Board of Commissioners of the Portland Fire District will be holding a 2024 Budget Workshop on Tuesday at 7 p.m. ...

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VFW auxiliary meets, announces donations SHERIDAN — The Sheridan VFW Auxiliary met at 5:30 at the post on Sept. 11 for its annual inspection and all went well. After the inspection, the business part of the meeting was held. The auxiliary donated to Trees For Troops, the Auxiliary Christmas card, the Cancer Grant Fund, Wreaths Across America, Health and Happiness, among other NYS Auxiliary projects. In addition, the monthly donation to a veteran related organization is going to the Stop 22 program to prevent veteran suicide, which unfortunately, is a major concern. There is a ...

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Veterans 4 Christ meet Saturday BROCTON — This Saturday, Veterans 4 Christ will have their free brunch for veterans, active duty military and guest at Tri-Church Parish at 41 East Main St. Brunch begins at 10 a.m. At this time, Steve Appleby, Curator, Education and Programs, of the Eldred WW II Museum, will be our guest speaker. From the museum’s website (https://eldredpawwiimuseum.com), their mission is to preserve and interpret the history of World War II, to commemorate the contribution of 40 million Americans that supported the 16 million fighting soldiers during the epic ...

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Villenova Burial Association Annual Fall Meeting SOUTH DAYTON — The Annual Fall Meeting of the Villenova Burial Association will be Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Villenova Town Hall, 1094 Butcher Road. This is a member meeting for anyone who owns a lot or has a family member buried in the Villenova Cemetery as a member, you are a part of the VBA and responsible for the Cemetery’s future operation and upkeep. The trustees of the association would greatly welcome your attendance at, and participation in this meeting as we work to preserve our 200-plus year-old cemetery. CIAO ...

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Adult fitness opportunities set in Gowanda GOWANDA — Registration is open for boxing, yoga, pickleball, circuit training, DrumFit and yoga via the fall course offerings from the Community/Adult Education division of Gowanda Central School District. Area adults interested in these fitness opportunities and more can visit www.gowcsd.org and navigate to the registration forms via the Community Connections drop-down menu. Classes are scheduled through December. Please contact Jamie Farner with questions at msfarner@gcslearn.org or 716-532-3325, ext. 6310. League plans city ...