Month: September 2018
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US World Report, September 14, 2018
September 15, 2018
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STATEMENT FROM DEMOCRAT ASSEMBLY CANDIDATE BARBARA BAER:
The race for the 133rd assembly begins today. I look forward to announcing my candidacy in the next few days. as a person of character, competency, and compassion, i offer a commonsense choice to the voters of the 133rd.
As a member of the majority, i will be a powerful voice for change for the people my district. We have been neglected for a long time.
This year, the issues of healthcare, jobs, climate change, and farmer distress are on voters’ minds. People are looking for a powerful voice for change, not a naysayer.
From Pittsford to Hornell, folks wake up at night worrying about the same things, health, work, their farms, the future of their children.
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Susan R. (Quackenbush) Ray, of Hornell
HORNELL-Susan R (Quackenbush) Ray, also affectionately known as “Susie Q”, entered into rest, in the presence of her loving family, late Tuesday evening (Sept. 11, 2018) at the age of 69 at her home on Scott Street, after a long illness with Alzheimer’s.
Born in Hornell on Nov. 29, 1948 she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Eleanor (Saylor) Quackenbush. She was married to Benjamin O. “Gentle Ben” Ray at their home on June 3, 1988, he predeceased her on March 21, 2011, after 23 years of marriage.
A lifelong resident of Hornell, Sue was a graduate of Hornell High School, class of 1967 and received her Licensed Practical Nurse Certification from Steuben-Allegany BOCES in Hornell.
She was employed as an LPN at Sonyea and the Witter House in Dansville before she began her employment as a secretary with the former Morrison-Knudsen and eventually retired from Alstom. After her retirement, she dedicated her time doing private duty nursing.
Sue was a member of the Hornell Association, the Hornell Moose Lodge No. 210 and the VFW Auxiliary in Hornell.
An avid Buffalo Bills fan, she also enjoyed NASCAR and trips to the Casinos. Sue will be remembered most of all for being a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and sister, who especially enjoyed spending time with her grandkids.
Her loving family includes her three children, Pamela (Tom) Davis of North Dakota, Billie Jo Klees of Hornell and Joseph Klees (Genevieve Day) also of Hornell; her two stepchildren, Michael (Debbie) Ray of Canisteo and James (Lisa) Ray of Hornell; her nine grandchildren, Nathan and Rachel Davis, Tyler Mattison, Mason Terwilliger, Rylan Mattison, Sage, Elliott, Vivian and Zaiden Klees; her great grandchild, Braelyn Mattison; also several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren; her three brothers, Patrick (Ann) Quackenbush and George Quackenbush (Karen Flaitz) all of Hornell and Edward Quackenbush (Monica Morris) of Nunda; her three sisters, Mary Bossard of Arkport, Frances Martin of Peoria, Ariz., and Ellie (Tom) Morey of Arkport; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.
The Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc. in Hornell is honored to serve the family of Susan R. (Quackenbush) Ray.
Calling hours are 6-8 p.m. Monday (Sept. 17, 2018) at the Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc., 285 Main St., Hornell, where a funeral service will be held in her memory following the calling hours at 8 p.m. Monday, with Deacon Robert McCormick officiating.
Everyone is invited to a Celebration of Life for Sue on Saturday (Sept. 22, 2018) at The Main Place in Hornell from noon-3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers those wishing may contribute in her memory to Steuben County Ministry, P.O. Box 61, Canisteo, N.Y. 14823. Envelopes for memorial contributions will be available at the funeral home.
Online condolences or remembrances of Sue are welcomed on the Facebook page of Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc. or at www.bishopandjohnsonfuneralhome.com.
HORNELL-Joseph D. “Joe” Kelleher, SR, 88, formerly of 15 Florence St., Hornell, died Wednesday afternoon (September 12, 2018) at Hornell Gardens where he had resided for the past 3 years.
A native & life resident of Hornell, he was born June 21, 1930 and was the son of Daniel & Helen (McGinnis) Kelleher.
Joe attended Hornell High School where he participated in basketball and other sports. He was employed as a brakeman for the former Erie Railroad and Erie Lackawanna Railroad for over 30 years, retiring in 1983.
He was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a devout communicant of St. Ann’s Church. He was also a longtime member of the Hornell Knights of Columbus.
Joe was an avid sports fan and enjoyed following his children’s and grandchildren’s sporting careers — rarely missing a game. He was also a “Die Hard” Notre Dame Fighting Irish Fan who enjoyed many trips to South Bend, IN to attend Notre Dame games with his family.
As a devoted husband and a loving father, grandfather & great-grandfather, Joe thoroughly loved and appreciated time spent with his family. Not only will he be sadly missed by his family, but will also be missed by his many friends throughout the Hornell community.
Joe was married on August 8, 1948 to the former Doris King who died April 30, 2007. He was preceded in death by his 5 siblings, Robert Kelleher, Mary Smith, John Kelleher, Cecilia McPherson and William Kelleher.
Surviving are 3 sons, Joseph (Linda) Kelleher, JR of Hornell, Thomas (Rebecca) Kelleher of Castile, NY and Timothy (Denise) Kelleher of Lewisburg, PA; 2 daughters, Kathleen Welch of Caledonia, NY and Rosann (William) Whiteman of Largo, FL; 11 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; many nieces & nephews.
The family of Joseph D. Kelleher will receive friends on Monday from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10:00 AM at St. Ann’s Church with burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Joe’s family request that memorial contributions in his name be made to St. Ann’s Academy, PO Box 446, Hornell, NY 14843. Memorial forms will be available at the Dagon Funeral Home.
The family of Joseph D. Kelleher would like to express their thanks and gratitude to the staff at Hornell Gardens for the wonderful care that he received over the past three years.
To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.
September 14, 2018
NORTH DANSVILLE, NY – State Police report that they pulled over a vehicle in North Dansville, and charged four people inside the vehicle with criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree. The suspects are Ryan L. Krupp, 33, Wayland, Robert H. Dockstader, 33, Cohocton, Ryan W. Privetts, 30, ELmira, and James M. Sick, Wayland. Troopers say that Privetts and Dockstader were also charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 7th degree. Officials say the suspects had crack cocaine and methamphetamines, and that the suspects are now in Livingston County Jail.
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DWI Wreck In Alfred
September 14, 2018
ALFRED, NY – Alfred Village Police Chief Paul Griffith reports that Zachary Mower, 22, Warsaw, NY, was traveling at a high rate of speed on Waterwells Road in the Town of Alfred, and got into an accident. “Mowers vehicle crossed the center line and struck a guard rail on the other side of the roadway causing the guide rail to penetrate the vehicle from the front. The vehicle traveled down the guide rail until it came out the trunk. The vehicle then caught on fire. Mower was able to get out of the car and was pulled to safety by a citizen that lived nearby and personal of the Alfred Police Department. Mower was charged with DWI and was issued appearance tickets to appear in court at a later date.”
Other charges include failure to keep right, and speed not reasonable or prudent.
September 13, 2018
Local races first:
Steuben County Judge Primary:
54 out of 54 districts in
2840 Chauncey Watches
2698 for Matthew McCarthy
Statement From Chauncey Watches:
“I’m humbled to have earned victories in tonight’s Republican and Conservative Primary Elections. With the Independence Party line also already secured, the General Election was effectively decided tonight. The people of Steuben County have my sincere commitment to serve with honor and integrity. I feel it will be a tremendous privilege to serve as your next Steuben County Court Judge. Thank you to the voters of Steuben County.
Thank you to my opponent, Matt McCarthy, for running a spirited campaign. I’m proud to call you a friend, and I see a bright future ahead for you.”
Assembly Primary (and this is Monroe, Steuben and Livingston counties combined)
3635 Marjorie Byrnes
2191 Assemblyman Joe Errigo
State Senate Primary
Amanda Kirchgessner – 7,712
Michael Lausel 4,739
Allegany County Sheriff Primary
Sheriff Whitney 1,757
Walt Mackney 1425
Statewide races:
Governor Andrew Cuomo: 952,728
Cynthia Nixon: 502,563
Lt. Governor Kathy Hochul: 715,573
NYC Councilman Jummane Williams: 627,329
State Attorney Generals Primary:
Tish James wins: 564,634
September 13th, 2018
HORNELL, NY – Hornell Police Chief Ted Murray informed the Board of Public Safety that the city’s Police Dept. has recently received their new service weapons and training at the firing range will begin immediately.
The department is changing over from the Smith & Wesson brand of guns to Glocks. Murray said for the local residents of the firing range to not be surprised if they hear multiple gunfire in the coming weeks.
In addition to the new weapons, the HPD also received a new patrol vehicle. A brand new all-wheel drive Dodge Charger will soon be taking the streets of Hornell.
In other news Fire Chief Dan Smith announced that the HFD will start participating in the Steuben County EMS Mutual Aid Plan. According to Smith, Hornell decided to participate in the program to help insure better response times in emergency situations.
With this plan, if an emergency medical service is needed and the first contacted agency cannot respond in a timely fashion, the call will be relayed to the next closest department.
This program is designed to allocate resources and provide patients with efficient and time sensitive services. The proper medical care for the sick and injured is the primary scope of this plan.
September 13th, 2018
HORNELL, NY – The Board of Public Safety recognized 4 people after a major accident occurred on August 29th at 223 Grand Street at around 7:30pm. According to Police Officer Stuart McHenry, a motor vehicle accident resulted a vehicle going off the road, striking a house severing a major gas line.
First on the scene was officer McHenry, who immediately noticed the intense smell of natural gas. Nearby resident Terry Walton, thanks to quick thinking, informed homeowner George Robertshaw, who in turn immediately located the valve to shut the gas off. Walton then called 911 and kept on constant contact with them providing updates.
The suspected vehicle attempted to leave the scene after the accident, where a 3rd resident, Edward Landries, swung into action. He followed the vehicle and got the license plate number and briefly confronted the suspect who he recognized and then decided to back off at that point.
“All three of these men reacted with an appropriate response to the incident and thankfully avoided a potentially life threatening situation to the entire neighborhood,” said McHenry, “and because of their involvement an arrest was immediately made. This is a great example of how we want our citizens to react in situations like this.”
Ed Landries Receives his Certificate
