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Seielstad has deep knowledge of community, willingness to ask the hard questions
Editor:
Orleans County has an important choice to make for Orleans County Legislature. If, like me, you think we can do better, you finally have a real choice in Marlene Seielstad. I’ve known Marlene for nearly 30 years, through multiple programs at Cornell Cooperative Extension, the school board, and the BOCES Board.
She is one of the hardest working women I know. She’s smart, honest, and engaged in the community. Her drive and work ethic are second to none.
Marlene is a graduate of Leadership Orleans. She’ll use the knowledge gained there to ask the difficult questions and not shy away from challenging the status quo; something that is sorely lacking in our current Legislature.
Marlene is a thoughtful decision maker, and she truly listens in conversation. When is the last time you can say the legislature actually listened and considered comments from the community before making a decision?
Marlene has given a lifetime of volunteer service to our community through the Albion School Board, the Orleans Niagara BOCES Board, and the Orleans County Cornell Cooperative Extension. Marlene Seielstad is the right choice for Orleans County Legislature. Please vote this Tuesday. The future of your community depends on it.
Sincerely,
Wendi Pencille
Town of Shelby
Vote for candidates without hidden agendas, who work with others
Editor:
Lots of hate is being whipped up to turn out the vote. Some are using the excuse to claim the results are fixed – assuming several pollsters are right about how fed up people are.
But when you are at the polls really look at the kind and selfless people helping you. Remember they do not know your party and you do not know theirs.
Democrats are not immoral and Republicans are not ignorant. We simply need to elect those without hidden agenda and motives who are willing to talk to each other without rancor.
That’s the type who can articulate real solutions rather than shop worn epithets. Our job is to spot them and demand the right to live quiet, decent lives without fear of economic or personal hardship.
Regardless of the results remember your poll worker and don’t get worked up by conspiracy from the fringes. Keep in mind that people no different from them are helping people at every precinct in the country. They will get the job done fairly and well.
Conrad F. Cropsey
Albion
Albion’s disc golf course gets signs showing layout, distance
Photos by Tom Rivers
ALBION – A disc golf course at Bullard that opened about three years ago recently added some finishing touches. There are now concrete tee boxes for players to launch their frisbees on first throws of each of the nine holes.
There are also colorful signs that note the hole, distance and a layout. The baskets in the distance are mounted in small concrete foundations – 8 inches wide by 20 inches deep.
The course is known as the Albion Purple Drift DGC (Disc Golf Course). It opened in 2023 and was funded through a grant by the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation. The Orleans County YMCA secured the grant which also funded a disc golf course in Medina at Gulf Street Park.
The Albion course is a par 28 and totals 2,423 feet. It has a 3.6 rating among 68 respondents on udisc.com.
The most recent reviewer on Oct. 10 was complimentary of the course, which is on the west side of the park, including one very close to Sandy Creek.
“Really nice 9 hole course. Low ceilings on a few holes are tough, but fair enough. Recommend trying this one out,” the reviewer wrote on Oct. 10.
The holes range in distance from 201 feet as the shortest to the 412-foot hole 9, the longest and the only par 4.
Captain Michael Young announces retirement from Medina FD
Village Board approves hiring 2 new firefighters/EMTs
Michael Young
MEDINA – A 20-year veterans of the Medina Fire Department announced he will be retiring on Nov. 26.
Captain Michael Young submitted a letter to the Village Board, thanking the board for a rewarding career where he was able to serve the public and create life-long friendships.
Mayor Debbie Padoleski said Young has been a very dedicated employee for Medina.
The board accepted his retirement, and also appointed two new full-time career firefighters who are also EMTs on Monday.
The Medina FD will be welcoming Justin McMillion of the Murray Joint Fire District and Gabrielle DePetres of Hilton.
They will both be on a 78-week probation and will have a starting salary of $47,754. Fire Chief Steve Cooley said the two will be headed to the fire academy.
Akron joins Wilson as Section VI girls soccer champions
No. 2 seed Akron captured the Section VI Class B girls soccer playoff championship with a 2-1 overtime victory over top seeded Allegany-Limestone this evening.
Hannah Liss scored the game winner for Akron as Lexi Somers netted the Lady Tigers first goal.
Akron will now face Section V champion Livonia, a 4-3 winner over Hornell, in the regionals.
The Niagara-Orleans League now has two teams advancing to the regionals as top seeded Wilson bested No. 3 Frewsburg in the Class C title contest on Friday.
Wilson, which is 18-0, will next face the winner of Tuesday’s Section V Class C final between Holley and Kendall in the regional.
Seielstad brings proven dedication, common-sense approach to solving problems
Editor:
I add my strong personal endorsement to Marlene Seielstad’s campaign to serve as an At-Large Member of the Orleans County Legislature.
I have been impressed with Marlene’s common-sense approaches to modern challenges, her dedication to the completion of each task, as well as her heart for serving our community.
Marlene inspires confidence in her leadership, and she will be a strong voice for Democratic principles during a time when even the most basic functions of government are under threat.
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3rd, from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m, with a polling site in each of the county’s 10 towns.
James R. Renfrew
Clarendon
Orleans County Democrats, Chair
Medina Memorial joining lung cancer screening day on Nov. 14
Provided photo: Medina Memorial Hospital will participate in National Lung Cancer Screening Day on Nov. 14. Here, Erica Chutko, director of imaging, does a CT scan of a patient’s lungs.
MEDINA – Orleans Community Health has announced that Medina Memorial Hospital will once again participate in National Lung Cancer Screening Day on Nov. 14.
The nationwide initiative, held during Lung Cancer Awareness Month, aims to increase awareness of the importance of early detection and expand access to potentially lifesaving lung cancer screenings, according to information provided by Scott Robinson, director of marketing for OCH.
Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. While the disease often develops without noticeable symptoms in its early stages, screening with low-dose computed tomography can help detect lung cancer before symptoms appear, when treatment is more likely to be successful. Despite the benefits of early detection, many individuals who qualify for screening have never been screened.
“Early detection can make a tremendous difference in the treatment and outcomes of lung cancer,” Robinson said. “By participating in National Lung Cancer Screening Day, we’re helping remove barriers to preventive care and encouraging members of our community to take an important step toward protecting their health.”
On Nov. 14, Medina Memorial Hospital will offer low-dose CT lung cancer screenings to eligible patients. The screening is quick, painless and non-invasive, using a low dose of radiation to create detailed images of the lungs. The test can identify abnormalities that may require further evaluation, often before symptoms develop.
Individuals may qualify for annual low-dose CT lung cancer screening if they meet the following criteria:
- Are between 50 and 80 years old.
- Have a smoking history of at least 20 pack-years (equivalent to smoking one pack per day for 20 years or two packs per day for 10 years).
- Currently smoke or have quit smoking within the past 15 years.
- Have no signs of symptoms of lung cancer.
- Have a physician’s order for the screening.
- Obtain prior authorization if required by their insurance provider.
Insurance coverage requirements may vary, including different age eligibility criteria for Medicare beneficiaries. Patients are encouraged to speak with their healthcare provider to determine whether lung cancer screening is appropriate for them.
In taking the first step toward early detection, Orleans Community Health encourages community members who meet the screening criteria to speak with their primary care provider and consider scheduling a screening. Individuals with a history of smoking who have never undergone lung cancer screening are especially encouraged to learn more about their eligibility.
Individuals should call Medina Memorial Hospital at (585) 798-8054 to learn more about eligibility or to schedule a lung cancer screening.
Operation Honor plans cornhole tournament on Nov. 14 with proceeds going to veterans
Provided photos: This cornhole boards include two of the sponsors, Zacher Construction and the Crusaders Motorcycle Club.
Press Release, Operation Honor
MEDINA – Operation Honor is hosting its second annual cornhole tournament and basket raffle fundraiser on November 14th to raise money for local veterans.
The organization switched from doing a 5K near Veterans Day to the cornhole tournament. The event takes place at the Knights of Columbus in Medina. The tournament begins at 1 p.m. and baskets will be drawn 4 p.m.
The doors will open at noon for practice and basket entries. There will be food and drinks available for purchase all day. K of C staff will be running food specials in support of the event. Guests are welcome to watch the tournament and the basket raffle is open to the public. You will not need to be present to win.
Operation Honor is still looking for basket donations, and participants for the tournament.
Basket Raffle donations are appreciated and can be dropped off at 415 West Ave., Suite 2.
Cornhole Registration is $60 per team with a t-shirt included for a chance to win the final prizes.
To register, contact Jenn Thom, Operation Honor director, at 585-356-9596 or operationhonor18@gmail.com.
Operation Honor is a non-profit organization in Orleans County that provides financial assistance and support to local military veterans and their families. It has helped with veterans’ utility bills, car payments, and heating pellets. The organization has also helped with disaster relief and supports veterans in other ways such as donations to the local van service for medical appointments and other veteran-focused initiatives.
Tough 3rd round for Green at Malaysia
In a near instant replay of the opening round, Medina’s Melanie Green shot a 3 over par 75 Saturday (Malaysia time) on the third round of the LPGA Tour’s Maybank Championship being played at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Her opening round likewise was a 3 over par 75.
Green, who started the third round at even par for the tournament, had three bogeys on 13, 1 and 6 and one double bogey on 2 which two birdies on 14 and 15 were unable to overcome.
Green now has a 3 over par 219 total on rounds of 75, 69 and 75 entering the final round.
Clocks get turned back an hour tonight
Photo by Tom Rivers: This photo shows the top of the 90-foot-high bell tower at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Jamestown. The tower was hit by lightning on Sept. 1, 2013, causing a chunk of a turret in the tower to fall on the sidewalk. It has since been repaired.
Clocks should be turned back an hour tonight with the with the end of Daylight Savings Time and a return to standard time at 2 a.m.
AAA is advising drivers that although they can get an extra hour of sleep tonight with clocks going back an hour, the time change can cause potential distractions to their normal routine.
An earlier sunset and darkness can lead to an increase in the number of pedestrians killed or seriously injured by vehicles, AAA said.
Drivers, pedestrians, joggers, walkers and bicyclists are advised to take added safety measures so they are seen on the roads.
AAA recommends the following:
Drivers
Always watch out for pedestrians when backing up in parking lots or driveways. Use headlights to be visible.
Leave more following room. In the morning, when the sun is in your eyes it can be hard to see what the car ahead is doing. Use sunglasses and your sun visor.
Be mindful of children and others who are outdoors in the afternoon and evening as it gets dark earlier.
Pay attention and eliminate all distractions including cell phones and car clocks that are off by an hour.
Scan the road for wild animals, mainly deer. Be especially vigilant for deer and other wildlife. New York reported 36,743 animal-related crashes in 2024, averaging one crash approximately every 15 minutes, many occurring during dawn, dusk and nighttime hours.
Pedestrians
Be visible. This is especially important in dark places or poor weather. Remember to stay in well-lit areas and to wear light or reflective clothing. Never assume drivers see you just because you see them.
Use sidewalks and pathways. If a sidewalk is not available, stay to the far side of the road and always face traffic.
Headlights
With 50% of crashes occurring at night, drivers should check their headlights for signs of deterioration and invest in new headlights or, at a minimum, try a low-cost headlight cleaning and restoration to boost the safety of driving after dark. Headlights can show signs of deterioration after three years but most commonly by year five.
AAA suggests drivers check their headlights for changes in appearance such as yellowing or clouding. If the bulb is difficult to see, it is time to have the lens replaced or restored as soon as possible. Replacement and restoration services are available at most repair shops.
School Safety
Moving clocks back one hour means it will be darker in the late afternoon. It is important to remember that children will be on their way home from school during this time, so drivers must remain vigilant.
Slow Down. A pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling at 25 mph is nearly two-thirds less likely to be killed than a pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling just 10 mph faster.
“As we fall back, drivers need to stay especially alert during the evening commute as darkness arrives earlier and more people are out walking, exercising or traveling home from school and work,” said AAA Western and Central New York Director of Public Relations and Corporate Communications Elizabeth Carey. “Now is a good time to eliminate distractions, slow down and be prepared for changing road conditions.”
