Olympics
Excitement here continues to reach new heights about the upcoming Beijing Olympics after Fredonia’s Jenn Stuczynski broke her own American record last weekend at the U.S. trials in Oregon. After a nervous beginning, Stuczynski showed the nation the true champion she is, clearing 16 feet, 1 3/4 inches. “I think I was more happy to make the opening height than I was to make the record jump,” Stuczynski said at the trials Sunday. Community residents, whether watching or hearing the news, were just as happy. We are so lucky — and proud — to call Jenn one of our own. Because of her efforts, this year’s Olympics will be extra special for all Western New York residents.
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Taxpayers and members of Congress should be furious at the Army’s response to criticism of how it handles contracts for goods and services. Fortunately, the White House already has reacted with a stance that amounts to, “You’ve got to be kidding. No
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More than a full week has passed and I am still pinching myself following the sports lectures at Chautauqua Institution.
As I said before, interacting with the high profile individuals who spoke last week is something I won't soon forget.
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Drunken driving is a heavy duty crime.
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