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Saturday, October 4, 2014
BY SCOTT LEFFLER
scott.leffler@eastniagarapost.com
NIAGARA UNIVERSITY — When the 6-0 Jersey Shore Wildcats pull up to Dwyer Arena tonight to face the 3-2 Lockport Express, they'll be bringing two Buffalo-area natives with them.
Tim O'Connor of Warsaw joined the Wildcats in late October of 2013. The defenseman had a great freshman season with the Junior A club — which won the league championship last year — and continues to look good this year, according to Assistant Coach Cole Bell.
"Tim really improved throughout the year," Bell said by phone Saturday. "He's been steady back there. We can always count on him."
The 17-year-old "skates well, moves the puck. He does everything we ask of him," Bell said.
O'Connor was — in a way — instrumental in getting a second Buffalo-area native on the New Jersey team. His father, Tim O'Connor Sr., is a hockey scout and saw something he liked in Travis Valvo, now a forward for the Wildcats. Valvo was playing for the Wheatfield Blades 18U team at the time.
Of Valvo, Bell said, "He's great. Brings a lot of energy, makes simple plays, plays hard. He's not afraid to get his nose dirty when necessary."
"Tiim and Travis both have a lot of friends coming (tonight)," Bell said. "They're both excited about coming home and playing in front of everybody."
Express Coach Frank Vecchio says the Wildcats are going to be a tough test for his team.
"From what I understand, they're a big team, but they're skilled. If you look at their penalty minutes, they play hockey," Vecchio said. "They have a deep lineup and they're tough to beat."
"We are looking to give them their first loss of the season, I'll tell you that," Vecchio added.
The puck drops at 5:30 p.m. at Dwyer Arena. Tickets are $5 for adults and $2.50 for youth and Niagara University students.
Two players suspended
The Express' last game at Dwyer Arena was a 9-3 blowout over the Roc City Royals. The game got ugly in the third period and two Royals' players were suspended by the league for their actions. Reece Tucker was suspended for 10 games, while Bryan Smith will sit out five games.
The Express will play the Royals again on Oct. 18, expected to be the first game at Cornerstone Arena. Vecchio hopes it's a better hockey game than fans saw on Sept. 27.
"I want this to be a good product. I want people to come out and enjoy it," Vecchio said.
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Tim O'Connor of Warsaw joined the Wildcats in late October of 2013. The defenseman had a great freshman season with the Junior A club — which won the league championship last year — and continues to look good this year, according to Assistant Coach Cole Bell.
"Tim really improved throughout the year," Bell said by phone Saturday. "He's been steady back there. We can always count on him."
The 17-year-old "skates well, moves the puck. He does everything we ask of him," Bell said.
O'Connor was — in a way — instrumental in getting a second Buffalo-area native on the New Jersey team. His father, Tim O'Connor Sr., is a hockey scout and saw something he liked in Travis Valvo, now a forward for the Wildcats. Valvo was playing for the Wheatfield Blades 18U team at the time.
Of Valvo, Bell said, "He's great. Brings a lot of energy, makes simple plays, plays hard. He's not afraid to get his nose dirty when necessary."
"Tiim and Travis both have a lot of friends coming (tonight)," Bell said. "They're both excited about coming home and playing in front of everybody."
Express Coach Frank Vecchio says the Wildcats are going to be a tough test for his team.
"From what I understand, they're a big team, but they're skilled. If you look at their penalty minutes, they play hockey," Vecchio said. "They have a deep lineup and they're tough to beat."
"We are looking to give them their first loss of the season, I'll tell you that," Vecchio added.
The puck drops at 5:30 p.m. at Dwyer Arena. Tickets are $5 for adults and $2.50 for youth and Niagara University students.
Two players suspended
The Express' last game at Dwyer Arena was a 9-3 blowout over the Roc City Royals. The game got ugly in the third period and two Royals' players were suspended by the league for their actions. Reece Tucker was suspended for 10 games, while Bryan Smith will sit out five games.
The Express will play the Royals again on Oct. 18, expected to be the first game at Cornerstone Arena. Vecchio hopes it's a better hockey game than fans saw on Sept. 27.
"I want this to be a good product. I want people to come out and enjoy it," Vecchio said.
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ENP STAFF REPORTS
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The National Weather Service would suggest bringing an umbrella today — and for the next several days, actually. Showers are expected to continue throughout the day with a high near 54 and an overnight low of around 41.
Sunday, there's a 90 percent chance of showers and possible heavy rainfall with a high near 55 and a low around 39. Monday, there's a chance of more showers with a high near 63 and a low around 47. Tuesday, there's a chance of showers with a high near 65 and a low around 45.
Wednesday, there's a chance of showers with a high near 62 and a low around 45. Thursday will be partly sunny with a high near 62 and a low around 45. Friday: A chance of showers with a high near 62.
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Sunday, there's a 90 percent chance of showers and possible heavy rainfall with a high near 55 and a low around 39. Monday, there's a chance of more showers with a high near 63 and a low around 47. Tuesday, there's a chance of showers with a high near 65 and a low around 45.
Wednesday, there's a chance of showers with a high near 62 and a low around 45. Thursday will be partly sunny with a high near 62 and a low around 45. Friday: A chance of showers with a high near 62.
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Friday, October 3, 2014
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| Local dignitaries arrive at the locks via the tugboat Urger. (ENP STAFF PHOTOS) |
BY SCOTT LEFFLER
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| Mayor Anne McCaffrey opens the dedication ceremony. |
There were plenty of kudus spread around over the $3.2 million project, which began in November and was finished this summer.
Lockport Mayor Anne McCaffrey opened and closed the dedication program, pointing out several members of the audience who had helped in some manner or another — from current and former state and local politicians to the Grigg-Lewis Foundation.
McCaffrey discussed the changes in the area of the locks over the past decade, noting the refurbishment of Canal Street and the businesses that have popped up on it, as well as the re-creation of the locks themselves.
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| The Lock City Glee Club performs. |
Many of the dignitaries arrived just prior to the event via a flotilla that came through the locks from west of the city.
The Lock City Glee Club performed for the crowd of nearly 100.
Stratton reminded the crowd that the festivities will continue Saturday with Locktoberfest, a community celebration along Canal Street, including a farmers/vendors market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and craft beers until 5 p.m.
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| State officials set up a boat this morning at the site of the locks dedication. |
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The Erie Canal in Lockport is expected to be busy today as the Locks Heritage District Corporation has invited local boaters to participate in a flotilla on the canal this afternoon, leading up to the 3 p.m. dedication of the newly restored Enlarged Erie Canal Locks 69 and 70.
The flotilla will form at the West Genesee Dock at 2 p.m. and will depart for the Lockport Locks at 2:15 p.m. The procession will be led by the tug Urger, launched in 1901 and listed on the National Historic Register, the Urger has served as the canal’s flagship and floating classroom since 1991.
Boaters participating in the flotilla and arriving from the east of the Lockport Locks should form at the base of Lock 34 at 1 p.m. to lock through. No toll will be charged to boats participating in the flotilla.
The $3.2 million restoration project of the locks was completed over the summer. Phase II will cost about $3 million and include a set of gates to the east of the current ones, as well as a set of gates to the west.
Today's dedication will be followed by a community celebration Saturday along Canal Street called "Locktoberfest." Activities include a Community Market featuring an expected 40 vendors from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., craft brewers and wineries from noon to 5 p.m, narrated tours of the Flight of Five and the Erie Canal Discovery Center, a canal artists show at 57 Canal St., children's activities and musical performances.
"Locktoberfest" is a joint project between the Lockport Locks Heritage District Corporation, Lockport Main Street Inc., the New York State Canal Corporation, I Love NY, and the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets.
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A flotilla of boaters will be locking through this afternoon around 2:15 p.m.
(ENP FILE PHOTO BY HEATHER N. GRIMMER)
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The flotilla will form at the West Genesee Dock at 2 p.m. and will depart for the Lockport Locks at 2:15 p.m. The procession will be led by the tug Urger, launched in 1901 and listed on the National Historic Register, the Urger has served as the canal’s flagship and floating classroom since 1991.
Boaters participating in the flotilla and arriving from the east of the Lockport Locks should form at the base of Lock 34 at 1 p.m. to lock through. No toll will be charged to boats participating in the flotilla.
The $3.2 million restoration project of the locks was completed over the summer. Phase II will cost about $3 million and include a set of gates to the east of the current ones, as well as a set of gates to the west.
Today's dedication will be followed by a community celebration Saturday along Canal Street called "Locktoberfest." Activities include a Community Market featuring an expected 40 vendors from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., craft brewers and wineries from noon to 5 p.m, narrated tours of the Flight of Five and the Erie Canal Discovery Center, a canal artists show at 57 Canal St., children's activities and musical performances.
"Locktoberfest" is a joint project between the Lockport Locks Heritage District Corporation, Lockport Main Street Inc., the New York State Canal Corporation, I Love NY, and the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets.
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Sunday, September 28, 2014
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Organizers of the Winter Wonderland Project are asking the community to come out and help light up Lockport for the coming holiday season.
The group will hold a "Light it Up" party at 4 p.m. Saturday at the Second Presbyterian Church, 7l Van Buren St.
They're looking for volunteers to bright lights and decorations out of the upstairs storage of the church, test light strings, replace bulbs, assemble decorations and Christmas trees, and decorate the church.
Volunteers will be paid in feelings of tidings, joy, and hot dogs, as there will be free hot dogs and a bounce house at the party.
For more information, call 364-3607 or 531-2357.
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The group will hold a "Light it Up" party at 4 p.m. Saturday at the Second Presbyterian Church, 7l Van Buren St.
They're looking for volunteers to bright lights and decorations out of the upstairs storage of the church, test light strings, replace bulbs, assemble decorations and Christmas trees, and decorate the church.
Volunteers will be paid in feelings of tidings, joy, and hot dogs, as there will be free hot dogs and a bounce house at the party.
For more information, call 364-3607 or 531-2357.
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Friday, September 26, 2014
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Buffalo may hold the claim to being the historic terminus of the Erie Canal. but Lockport will serve as the terminus of 2014's Buffalo Beer Week.
The 10-day series of craft beer events with will conclude with the first ever Locktoberfest from noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 4 on Canal Street. As Buffalo Beer Week’s final event, the festival will showcase craft beer from many of the region’s most popular breweries while celebrating the restored Lockport Locks with a variety of food, arts and entertainment.
“Locktoberfest will be a fitting event to wrap up our annual celebration of the craft beer renaissance in Western New York!” said Willard Brooks, Chairman of Buffalo Niagara Brewers Association. “We are very pleased that Lockport, one of Western New York’s most historic areas, will be showcasing the local craft beer scene that has significantly emerged since our first Buffalo Beer Week in 2010.”
Participating regional craft breweries will include Big Ditch Brewing Co., Barker's Blackbird Cider Works, Community Beer Works, Ellicottville Brewing Co., Hamburg Brewing Co., Old First Ward, Southern Tier Brewing Co. and Woodcock Brothers Brewery of Wilson. The event will also feature beer and wine samplings, as well as commemorative glasses on sale from the participating breweries.
The festival will also include narrated tours of the Lockport Locks Historic District, an expanded Community Market, children’s activities, farm produce and artisan demonstrations, as well as Erie Canal-themed music, art and photography.
“It is very exciting to have such a large-scale event highlight the cultural and historic attractions that make Lockport so unique,” said Mayor Anne McCaffrey. “We are looking forward to having so many local breweries use this opportunity to help us kick off the fall season in Lockport and positively contribute to our local economy and tourism efforts.”
Locktoberfest is organized by the Lockport Locks Heritage District Corp. and Lockport Main Street Inc. in conjunction with the state Canal Corp., I Love NY, New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and TasteNY.
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The 10-day series of craft beer events with will conclude with the first ever Locktoberfest from noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 4 on Canal Street. As Buffalo Beer Week’s final event, the festival will showcase craft beer from many of the region’s most popular breweries while celebrating the restored Lockport Locks with a variety of food, arts and entertainment.
“Locktoberfest will be a fitting event to wrap up our annual celebration of the craft beer renaissance in Western New York!” said Willard Brooks, Chairman of Buffalo Niagara Brewers Association. “We are very pleased that Lockport, one of Western New York’s most historic areas, will be showcasing the local craft beer scene that has significantly emerged since our first Buffalo Beer Week in 2010.”
Participating regional craft breweries will include Big Ditch Brewing Co., Barker's Blackbird Cider Works, Community Beer Works, Ellicottville Brewing Co., Hamburg Brewing Co., Old First Ward, Southern Tier Brewing Co. and Woodcock Brothers Brewery of Wilson. The event will also feature beer and wine samplings, as well as commemorative glasses on sale from the participating breweries.
The festival will also include narrated tours of the Lockport Locks Historic District, an expanded Community Market, children’s activities, farm produce and artisan demonstrations, as well as Erie Canal-themed music, art and photography.
“It is very exciting to have such a large-scale event highlight the cultural and historic attractions that make Lockport so unique,” said Mayor Anne McCaffrey. “We are looking forward to having so many local breweries use this opportunity to help us kick off the fall season in Lockport and positively contribute to our local economy and tourism efforts.”
Locktoberfest is organized by the Lockport Locks Heritage District Corp. and Lockport Main Street Inc. in conjunction with the state Canal Corp., I Love NY, New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and TasteNY.
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The Lockport Community Market is winding down for the 2014 season with only two markets left — this Saturday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. as part of an expanded market for Locktoberfest.
Featured entertainment this Saturday at the Lockport Community Market includes:
The Oct. 4 market is expected to have 40 vendors, and will coincide with Locktoberfest, a celebration of the season, as well as the dedication of the newly re-created locks.
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The Lockport Community Market is winding down for the 2014 season with only two markets left — this Saturday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. as part of an expanded market for Locktoberfest.
Featured entertainment this Saturday at the Lockport Community Market includes:
- 9 - 10:30 a.m.: From WJJL, local singer/songwriter Dale Campbell in the Canal Street
- 11 a.m. to noon: Jamie Holka plays solo guitar in the Canal Street gazebo. Finger style instrumental classics.
The Oct. 4 market is expected to have 40 vendors, and will coincide with Locktoberfest, a celebration of the season, as well as the dedication of the newly re-created locks.
Send an email to news@eastniagarapost.com with "email update" in the subject line.
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