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Small Allegany County Community Newsletter Allen Outlook FEBRUARY—2015 Picture taken of an open field on the Middle Road Tired of Winter? It is so easy to complain about the cold. It is the topic of every conversation. Plowing and shoveling; some days it seems like an endless task. We are eager to hear the weather reports, hoping for a well deserved break. Our “January Thaw” had come and gone in less than 24 hours. With the thermometer having difficulty earning double digits (above, not below) I’d like to mention a few positive things. Back in the day, before I was born, my parents have pictures of snow banks as high as the telephone and electric wires. So, when we get a foot of snow; do we really have the right to complain? Mom and Dad were snowed in for the better part of a week on numerous occasions, with small children and a working farm. Now, that’s a struggle! With many thanks to good neighbors, everyone weathered the rough times. Take the time to appreciate the beautiful sights around the countryside. Everything looks white washed clean, birds are eating from the feeders, deer and turkeys are foraging in the roadways. The sunsets are beautiful. The snow sparkles like diamonds in the moonlight. A time for baking and comfort foods with family gatherings in a warm and toasty home. Having said all that, if you still don’t feel inspired… Spring is only six weeks away.
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Small Allegany County Community Newsletter
Allen Outlook
FEBRUARY—2015
Picture taken of an open field on the Middle Road
Tired of Winter?
It is so easy to complain about the cold. It is the topic of every conversation. Plowing and shoveling; some days it seems like an endless task. We are eager to hear the weather reports, hoping for a well deserved break. Our “January Thaw” had come and gone in less than 24 hours. With the thermometer having difficulty earning double digits (above, not below) I’d like to mention a few positive things. Back in the day, before I was born, my parents have pictures of snow banks as high as the telephone and electric wires. So, when we get a foot of snow; do we really have the right to complain? Mom and Dad were snowed in for the better part of a week on numerous occasions, with small children and a working farm. Now, that’s a struggle! With many thanks to good neighbors, everyone weathered the rough times. Take the time to appreciate the beautiful sights around the countryside. Everything looks white washed clean, birds are eating from the feeders, deer and turkeys are foraging in the roadways. The sunsets are beautiful. The snow sparkles like diamonds in the moonlight. A time for baking and comfort foods with family gatherings in a warm and toasty home. Having said all that, if you still don’t feel inspired… Spring is only six weeks away.
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Fun and Useless Facts!
Do you have news of births, engagements, weddings, etc; please share with us! We are a small community and it is nice to build a close relationship with our neighbors. It is nice to share in the celebrations of joyous events or when life is difficult; letting your neighbors know you have suffered an illness or a loss. The extra prayers always help :) If you have historical or interesting stories that you would enjoy sharing with your neighbors please contact me. I am also interested in old photos. You may send them to me digitally, mail them, or allow me to scan them. “Spotlight Resident” - If you would like to write about the life of your loved one that has passed and had lived in Allen, please e-mail or mail the story and pictures. For “Spotlight” stories, and “Letters to the
Editor” please include your name, address, and phone number. Anonymous submissions will not be honored. Subscriptions to Allen Outlook and all local advertising services are free. I look forward to creating ongoing publications for years to come (on a monthly basis). I need your assistance to share news and ideas to keep Allen Outlook crisp and inviting. Please contact me to share ideas for future pub-lications. Thank you for your support!
Brenda [email protected]
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Welcoming Comments and Stories
The flea can jump 350 times its body length. It's like a human jumping the length of a
football field.
The placement of a donkey’s eyes in its’ heads enables it to see all four feet at all times!
Owls are the only birds who can see the color blue.
Months that begin on a Sunday will always have a "Friday the 13th”.
The average lead pencil will draw a line 35 miles long or write approximately 50,000
English words.
Ketchup was sold in the 1830s as medicine.
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Soft and Chewy Molasses Cookies
Congratulations!
Maxwell Hennard was born on January 17th
Weight: 6 lbs 13 oz,
Length: 21"
Jesse and Crystal Hennard
Big brothers: Brayden and Jesse Jr,
Big sisters Chloe and Aubrey
1 cup plus 3 tablespoons butter
1 1/4 cups sugar, divided
1/4 cup molasses
1 egg
2 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ginger
3/4 teaspoon cloves
In large mixing bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar. Blend in molasses and egg.
Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves; add to creamed mixture.
Mix until well blended. Shape into balls in remaining sugar. Place on greased cookie
sheets. Press flat with a fork. Bake at 350 degrees about 10-12 minutes or until set.
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Letters to the Editor
Jame VanDewalker
Town Clerk
(585) 567-8320
Office Hours:
Monday 8:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Tuesday 3:00 PM– 7:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM– 2:00 PM
Emergency Only:
(585) 567-8940
Allen has a website!!! Thanks, Jame!
http://townclerktownofall.wix.com/
town-of-allen-ny
Town Clerk Hours
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The highway department is requesting that in the winter
months, people do not park on the side of the road and that
they have all vehicles and debris cleared off so that the plow
drivers can safely and efficiently plow the roads.
Thank you!
Eric Brodman
** Court will not be in session February 11th,
the next court date will be March 11th.
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Doggie Notes
Connie Otto, D.C.O. has responded to a few calls in the Town and she
is doing a wonderful job!
There is a link on the town website as well as pictures for any dog that
is found. http://townclerktownofall.wix.com/town-of-allen-ny
Connie has begun the task of enumerating dogs within the town,
anyone who has an expired license or no license at all will get an
additional $5.00 fee tagged onto the license fee $6.00/fixed dog,
$13.00/ intact dog.
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Advertise your local business for free!
If you have something to sell or want to buy, I’ll include your information in next edition!
Maple Tree Inn is Spring Treat for
Many as Cartwright Family Serves
Up Pancakes, Fresh Syrup,
April 1982
Town Meetings 2nd Tuesday, 7:00pm Phone: (585) 567-8320
Meeting Location: Town Hall Fax: (585) 567-8320
Supervisor:
Julie Steadman
Deputy Supervisor
Bonnie Leigh 9399 West Hill Road, Fillmore, NY 14735 (585) 365-2104
Town Clerk:
Jame VanDewalker [email protected] (585) 567-8320
Tax Collector: Beth Dennis Old State Road, Angelica NY 14709 (585) 466-7191
Town Justice:
James Banish 4867 Klein Road, Fillmore, NY 14735 (585) 567-8436
Councilmen:
Richard Streiff 5826 Seavert Road, Fillmore, NY 14735 (585) 365-8224
Edgar J. Allen 8621 Old State Road, Angelica, NY 14709 (585) 466-3628
Donna Dorvit 5473 Dorvit Road, Fillmore, NY 14735 (585) 365-2427
Judy Allen 8621 Old State Road, Angelica, NY 14709 (585) 466-3628
Assessor: Duane Aylor 10044 Old State Road, Dalton, NY 14836 (585) 567-4767
Superintendent of Highways:
Eric Brodman 8929 Old State Road, Angelica, NY 14709 (585) 567-8320
Dog Control Officer::
Connie Otto (585) 808 8766
Town Attorney:
David Brautigam 9888 County Road 23 (585 567-8911
Allegany County Board of Legislators District V
Aaron M. McGraw 1296 Randolph Road (607) 382-8158 –Cell
Alfred Station, NY 14803 [email protected]
Phillip B. Curran 5431 County Road 12 (607) 587-9144 –Cell
Alfred Station, NY 14803 [email protected]
Charles O. Jessup PO Box 42 863 State Route 244 (607) 587-8802 –Home
Alfred Station, NY 14803 [email protected]
Phone: 585-466-3159
Fax: 585-466-3159
E-mail: [email protected]
Allen Outlook
TOWN OF ALLEN
4949 Klein Road, Fillmore, NY 14735
Editor: Brenda L. Norton
State Senator 57th Senatorial District
Catharine M. Young Legislative Office Building,
Room 307
Albany, NY 12247
(518) 455-3563
Fax: (518) 426-6905
West Gate Plaza
700 West State Street
Olean, NY 14760
(800) 707-0058
(716) 372-4901
Fax: (716) 372-5740
E-mail: [email protected]
Website:
www.young.nysenate.gov
New York Assembly 148th Assembly District
Joseph M. Giglio Legislative Office Building
Room 439
Albany, NY 12246
(518) 455-5241
Fax: (518) 455-5869
Westgate Plaza
700 West State Street
Olean, NY 14760
(716) 373-7103
Fax: (716) 373-7105
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