Warsaw's Country Courier

12/24/2020

This morning the Perry Police, Santa and his elves have been spreading some Christmas cheer, delivering gifts to local children.

12/21/2020

This afternoon, State Assemblyman David DiPietro and staff members dropped off special packages to residents of the East Side Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Warsaw. A total of 75 bags were presented to the home that included various activities, snacks, warm accessories and other items to help spread holiday cheer. The assemblyman will be visiting other nursing homes in his district to drop off more packages. Items in the bags were donated by local community members.

12/15/2020

Chamber & Tourism announces annual award winners | Warsaw's Country Courier

Country Line Electric Supply, Tackbary’s Trophies and Gifts, Letchworth State Park, Windy Brew, and Butter Meat Co. were all recognized.

The 2020 award winners for Large, Small, Tourism Attraction, Tourism Business, and Most Promising New businesses of the year have been announced by the Wyoming County Chamber & Tourism office. Thi

12/14/2020

Victory Sports Global Outreach Executive Director Doug Rifenburg visited the Wyoming County YMCA on Friday to drop off 95 Play Packs for local youth. The bags contain a variety of sporting equipment to keep kids active at home during the pandemic. Pictured from left to right are Y Executive Director Matt Hilton, Tom Halstead (after school program director) and Rifenburg.

12/02/2020

Local support fuels The ANT experience | Warsaw's Country Courier

A virtual auction has raised more than $22,600 for The Autism Nature Trail at Letchworth State Park.

When the COVID-19 pandemic canceled all in-person fundraising events for The Autism Nature Trail at Letchworth State Park this past spring and summer, volunteer co-chairs Susan Herrnstein, Loren Penma

12/02/2020

Editorial: IRS rule makes survival more taxing for small business | Warsaw's Country Courier

As many businesses are beginning to apply for loan forgiveness for the Payroll Protection Program, the Internal Revenue Service has ruled that the expenses – wages as well as the other covered costs – cannot be deducted as an expense if the loan is forgiven.

Back in April when small businesses were struggling to deal with the sudden loss of revenue caused by the government-ordered COVID-19 shut-down, the Payroll Protection Program offered some hope. It wa

12/02/2020

Warsaw Fire Department & Rescue Squad

In an effort to give everyone some Christmas cheer this year during the Moonlight Magic night on December 4th, we have decided to do the Firetruck Christmas Parade around the village so families do not have to leave their homes to see Santa and the firetrucks if they choose to. We encourage people to come out and stand by the curb to view Santa, but maintain social distancing with your neighbors. We are also driving by East Side Rehabilitation Center as well as the Cloisters so those residents can view the parade as well. We will be leaving the Ag Center at 7:30pm and heading down to Brooklyn street over to Liberty Street. We will be arriving with Santa around 7:50-8pm at the Monument for the annual lighting of the monument. We hope everyone enjoys this experience from the comforts of their own homes and possibly starting a new tradition during these difficult times.

12/02/2020

Bell ringers are needed for the Warsaw Wal-Mart and Tops locations. See attached info for directions on signing up! Donations raised from the Red Kettle program will go to families and individuals in need throughout the year, and well as to the Warsaw Food Pantry.

11/21/2020

Annual Walk to End Alzheimer's raises funds for dementia resources | Warsaw's Country Courier

To date, the WNY Walks have raised more than $500,000 and efforts to ensure those living with dementia have ongoing access to programs and services continue.

Despite the hurdles of organizing an event during the COVID-19 pandemic, Western New York's famed generosity once again rose to meet the challenge. The Alzheimer's Association® Western New Y

11/21/2020

Local police agencies and the Wyoming County DA’s Office are taking part in the Stuff the Cruiser event today at Wal-Mart in Warsaw. In partnership with Community Action for Wyoming County, officers are collecting new unwrapped toys, games, winter gear and gifts that will be donated to local families in need. Stop down until 4 to donate!

11/18/2020

'Lightening the mood' of 2020 | Warsaw's Country Courier

The WNY Gas and Steam Association will be hosting the Country Christmas Light Display this holiday season. At a cost of $10 per vehicle, occupants will be admitted to a half-mile-wide showing of holiday lights and displays. The event opens on the evening of Thanksgiving and initially runs through Saturday, Nov. 28, then continues every Friday and Saturday through Dec. 19.

In hopes of spreading some Christmas cheer for all, the Western New York Gas and Steam Association will be holding a drive-thru light display this holiday season. For the first time, the Association w

11/10/2020

State Police warn of grandparent scam

The New York State Police are warning the public of a recent increase of phone scams to elderly citizens.
This scam includes a few different scenarios:
• The caller claims to be a family member who has an illness or was arrested. This caller will put urgency on helping them and not to contact other family members.
• The caller claims to be a law enforcement official with a family member under arrest demanding bail or funds — police agencies do not contact family for bail money.
The caller in both scenarios will advise the victim to get a specific amount of money and buy gift cards from popular stores such as Wal-Mart, Home Depot, Lowes, Target and other big retail stores. The victim is told to call a number and read off the gift card identification number.
If you receive a call you believe to be a scam:
• Resist the urge to act immediately, no matter how dramatic the story is.
• Verify the caller’s identity. Ask questions that a stranger couldn’t answer. Check with a family member to see if the information is true.
• Don’t send cash, gift cards or money transfers. Once the scammer gets the money, it’s gone.
State Police advise that if you have parents or elderly people in your family, take the time to explain this scam to them.

11/04/2020

Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Rebecca Ryan reports that Wyoming County is experiencing an increase in positive COVID-19 cases among residents.
“These cases are not specific to any particular area of Wyoming County; all quadrants have seen increasing activity over the last month,” Ryan said in a statement. “Neighboring counties across Western New York and the Finger Lakes region are also experiencing case increases and community transmission. The weather is changing, gatherings are moving indoors where people are in closer contact with others and it’s the beginning of the traditional cold and flu season. The Health Department is reminding residents to wear face coverings, maintain social distance and practice good hand hygiene.”
As of Wednesday, Nov. 4, the number of cases in the county was up to 220, with 21 active cases. All active cases are in mandatory isolation.
There were also 117 people in mandatory quarantine and 173 in precautionary quarantine.
The number of recoveries in the county was up to 194.
The county also saw an increase in the number of negative tests, which was up to 25,897. Additionally, negative tests increased by 170 from Nov. 3 to Nov. 4.

10/31/2020

Animal Friends at Wyoming County Animal Shelter

🚨🐶🚨 ATTENTION PERRY/SILVER LAKE AREA🚨🐶🚨
MISSING: A small 8 to 10 pound Yorkshire Terrier with one eye wearing an orange bandana ran away yesterday afternoon while leaving the vet clinic. She was just spayed and the Wyoming County Animal Control Officers along with volunteers last spotted her on Tempest Street in Perry last night. Her name is “Lark” and she is very friendly and very scared. She is a fast runner so please immediately contact Animal Control or your local Sheriff’s department if you spot her. Shelters phone number is: 585-786-8938. You can even message us through Facebook. Please share and spread the word!
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10/20/2020

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10/19/2020

Orangeville Energy Storage commences construction | Warsaw's Country Courier

The facility will store up to 20 megawatts of clean energy produced by the nearby wind farm that can be deployed based upon the changing needs of the New York power grid

Invenergy announced the start of construction on its Orangeville Energy Storage facility Monday, Oct. 19 in Orangeville. Located on just under one acre of land on Centerline Road, the facility will st

10/19/2020

Pavilion selects next superintendent | Warsaw's Country Courier

Mary Kate Hoffman is the new school superintendent at Pavilion. She has 11 years of educational leadership experience.

The Pavilion Central School District's Board of Education has selected Mary Kate Hoffman as the district's next superintendent. Hoffman will be appointed pending successful contract negotiat

10/19/2020

Perry Rotary Club 'Gives the Gift of Perry' | Warsaw's Country Courier

A total of 1,960 gift certificates were delivered to 490 households.

The Perry Rotary Club, through the generosity of the Perry community, gave away $49,000 in "Give the Gift of Perry" gift certificates to households in need during the pandemic months of Apri

10/16/2020

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09/29/2020

09/29/2020

Endlessly Outdoors officially cuts the ribbon at new business location | Warsaw's Country Courier

Endlessly Outdoors Company has opened in Perry. The business provides the education, products, equipment, program, events, inspiration and confidence that inspires the community to reconnect with nature throughout all four seasons.

Every successful entrepreneur knows that the "big idea" is only as good as the ability to execute it. On Saturday, Sept. 26, Brianne Blaszak, owner of Endlessly Outdoors Company, officially

09/26/2020

Breakfast today!

We will do the cooking!! Come on out!!!

09/21/2020

As of Monday, Sept. 21, there are four active cases of COVID-19 in Wyoming County, Health Department officials say. A total of 126 cases have been reported overall in the county during the pandemic, with 117 recoveries and five deaths. The county has not reported a COVID-19 death since late April.

09/21/2020

Services

U.S. Rep. Chris Jacobs is announcing the following information for students in New York’s 27th Congressional District who are seeking a nomination to a United States service academy.
Members of Congress can nominate candidates to four of the five U.S. service academies: the U.S. Military Academy in West Point; the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland; the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point. The fifth academy – the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, New London, Connecticut – does not require a congressional nomination.
Jacobs’ office will be holding a virtual information night with representatives from each of the academies to brief prospective attendees on the nomination process and answer questions. The virtual meeting will be held 6 p.m. Wednesday, September 23. To RSVP for this night and get login information attendees may call (716) 634-2324 or (58) 519-4002.
Application information can be found at Jacobs.house.gov/services. The deadline for applications will be 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6. All applications must be sent to Rep. Jacobs’ Clarence District Office at 8203 Main St. Suite 2, Williamsville 14221.

Types of services and help our office may be able to provide, and how to request more information or assistance.

09/21/2020

Three finalists named for Pavilion Central superintendent | Warsaw's Country Courier

The candidates include administrators at the LeRoy, Batavia and York school districts.

The Pavilion Central School District's Board of Education has named three finalists for the position of the district's next superintendent. "Selecting the best superintendent for Pavili

09/21/2020

The Needle Club of Gainesville UMC is holding a Swiss steak takeout dinner on Thursday, Sept. 24. Pickup starts at 5 p.m. at the Gainesville United Methodist Church. The menu includes Swiss steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, dinner roll with butter and a dessert for just $12. Call or text (585) 689-4033 for more information or to reserve a takeout.

09/08/2020

Perry PD launches new therapy dog program | Warsaw's Country Courier

Here is the article to accompany the photo of K9 Rocky for the Perry Police. The photo was posted earlier this evening.

Summer may be ending, but the "dog days" are just beginning in the village of Perry. With support from local business partners Pioneer Credit Recovery and Perry Vet, Perry Police Chief Micha

09/08/2020

Meet Rocky, the Perry Police Department's newest addition to the force. Rocky will be working in the Perry school district and community as a therapy dog with his handler Matt Masci, who serves as the school resource officer at PCS. The K9 and Masci will also be visible in town at some special events.
Rocky is pictured in front with Masci. At back from left to right are Perry Village Mayor Rick Hauser, Perry Police Chief Mike Grover and Jeff Mersmann, president at Pioneer Credit, which provided funding for Perry to be able to obtain the dog.
We can confirm that Rocky is indeed a very good boy!

09/08/2020

According to the Health Department, there are zero active cases of COVID-19 reported in the county.

09/05/2020

On Friday, Attica resident Henry Doll was honored by the Attica Police, Genesee County Sheriff’s Office, and We’ve Got Your 6: Ride and Rally (Wyoming County) organizers Amanda Auriemma and Heather Wheeler. Since the rally on Sunday, a photo showing Doll with his hand on his heart has gone viral. Doll had stopped his lawn work as the rally was going by and held his hand on his heart for the entirety of the caravan of vehicles passing (13 minutes). Auriemma said the simple gesture has touched many of the rally participants. Photos by Natalie Muster.

09/05/2020

Wyoming County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

Wyoming County is updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan. The HMP documents the county’s vulnerability to natural and manmade hazards, and the county’s, towns’, and villages’ strategies to reduce that vulnerability. There will be a public webinar to discuss the hazards we face and the planning effort from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. All interested residents, businesses, and other stakeholders are invited to attend.
Visit the calendar on wyomingcountyhmp.com/ for the meeting link. Contact Brian Meyers, director of fire and emergency management for the Wyoming County Office of Emergency Services, at (585) 786-8867 for more information.

Wyoming County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Welcome to the Wyoming County Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) Website.  This website provides project updates, resources, and links to hazard mitigation in support of the HMP update.  The goal of the project is to save lives and property through the reduc...

09/04/2020

Village of Perry Police Department

***UPDATE*** This good boy’s human has been located. Thank you!

PSA: At about 2pm, the Perry Police Department located this big guy on North Main Street in the Village. We believe he is a Great Pyrenees. Our “little” buddy has since been turned over to the Wyoming County Animal Shelter. If anyone has any information on the owners, please reach out to them and have them contact the Perry Police Department at (585)237-5445.

08/30/2020

This morning, supporters of law enforcement held a “We’ve Got Your 6: Ride and Rally” in Wyoming County. Participants gathered at the Alexander Fire Hall and rode to Perry, where final remarks were given by Sheriff Greg Rudolph, Congressman Chris Jacobs and event organizers. The rally stretched a combined seven miles.

08/26/2020

Warsaw Public Library

Warsaw Public Library is participating with Shake on the Lake and the Arts Council for Wyoming County for this event! You can pick up your Sea Serpent Puppet Piece at the library during open hours or at the Arts Council!
Watch a short instructional video here https://youtu.be/AWzL9h-k810