Warsaw's Country Courier

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.

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

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.

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. See more

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 Par...ade 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. See more

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 c...hanging, 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. See more

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.

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 whi...le 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! #MissingDog #wyomingcountyny See more

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.

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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

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

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

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.

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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.

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. See more