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1:21 PM SEPT 24, 2020

New Site Suffers Catastrophic Failure,Has Been Immediately Abandoned

Following the loss of our three new side columns, we have decided to return to the old site while we evaluate our next moves. The old site is: https://www.silverlakedailynewsletter.com.

Have you called in your order for Asbury's take-out Roast Beef dinner from 4-6 pm?

The menu for today is Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Carrotts, Biscuit, and Yellow Creme Cake. Call 237-5262. $12 at the time of pickup between 4 and 6 pm. Next week, September 30th, Asbury's pickup dinners move to Wednesdays kicking off with Davina's famous turkey and dressing dinner.

Silver Lake Community Enjoying Above Normal Temps this Week with Spotty Showers in Northtowns, Rt. 31 Corridor

We may be anticipating a mostly cloudy day today, but Silver Lake area temperatures  are at 65° at 11 a.m. and are expected to rise to a high of 76° today (Thursday) and 79° tomorrow with mostly sunny conditions. The air quality is generally acceptable for most individuals. However, sensitive groups may experience minor to moderate symptoms from long-term exposure. Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low of 52°. Boats are still in the water until October 4th at the latest (for this year). Get out and enjoy the extra week.

Woman Drives Pickup Truck through Police and Protesters in Buffalo Tonight

BUFFALO, N.Y. Sept. 23-24, 2020 — Police say one civilian and two police officers, one a NYS Trooper, were injured tonight after a driver and passenger in a pickup truck blew through a crowd of police and protesters outside of City Hall in Buffalo's Niagara Square tonight (Wednesday). Several news crews were on the scene when the pickup truck went through the group and continued to drive off. As of early Thursday that driver and passenger are in police custody. The civilian who was on a bicycle when struck was taken to Erie County Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. The two injured officers are expected to recover.

The Buffalo march had been peaceful up to that point. Buffalo Police say they are investigating the Niagara Square incident.

The protest was in response to only one former officer being charged in the Louisville, Kentucky case of Breonna Taylor's death. The officer, however, was not charged with her death but with wonton reckless disregard in the firing of his weapon without knowing where the shots were going. In Louisville, two police officers were shot in the protests there. Their injuries were non-life-threatening.

We are providing two videos of the street incident but ask you to be warned and use discretion in viewing them.

The first video contains updated information on the two officers who are expected to recover. The second by Sun media gives a longer view of the situation. To see the videos, click on:

Pembroke mail carrier arrested for widespread mail fraud scheme

BUFFALO, Sept. 23, 2020 - A U.S. Mail carrier from Pembroke has been arrested and charged with being a “money mule” for various internet-based scam, the U.S. Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday. Julie Keller, 55, of Phelps Road was arrested earlier today and charged with mail fraud, which carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in federal prison.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Jonathan P. Cantil, who is handling the case, said that Keller, between 2014 and August, was working as a money mule for various internet based scams, accepting and re-directing thousands of dollars to Africa. During that time, she had accounts closed by at least five different national and local banks due to suspicious cash, check, money order, and wire activity.

Public Boat Launch, Silver Lake Marine Docks, to be Removed Sunday, October 4

Quinn Bellamy of the Silver Lake Marine, huddled with Doug Kelly at the Silver Lake Public Boat Launch at State Park.to coordinate the preparations for the off season. Both concluded that they needed to pull the state launch ramp dock sooner than normal and were planning to do so next week. Mark Emmerson of the Silver Lake Association asked them to leave the launches in an extra weekend to give the Lakers a bit more time to get their boats out. They agreed to leave them in through through Sunday, October 4th. They will be pulled on October 5th. Looking toward community leaders and local news media, Mark asked, "Will you please start spreading the word? There are still a lot of boats on the lake and now just two weekends remaining to get them pulled."

This is to Tempt You, Family, and FriendsTo go for a Fall Foilage Walk or Drive

There are many such areas of color in Western New York which will be enjoyed by Western New Yorkers during this brand new Autumn. Some also grace a number of our many bodies of water, not only in Wyoming County and Letchworth, but Allegany, Chautauqua, Monroe, Livingston, Niagara and Erie.

RBG's Rabbi called her a Prophet, Others Proclaimed Her with High Praise

She will lie here to be honored today and tomorrow and then travel to the

Rotunda of the Capitol where she will Lie in State.

Former Hurricane Teddy Still a SignificantStorm Pounding Canada, Upper NE US

 "Teddy has been influenced by a non-tropical storm system in the upper levels of the atmosphere," explained AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brett Anderson. "This gave Teddy some extra energy Monday night into Tuesday, causing it to re-strengthen for a time. This is also caused it to undergo a process called 'extratropical transition,' where the structure of the storm changes, and it's technically no longer a [hurricane]."

Casket of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Approaches the SCOTUS Building

Representatives of the "family" of RBG's law students serve as Pallbearers on her final journey to the Court where the public will mourn and honor her. RBG had more than 150 law clerks over the span of her career. Those interviewed acknowledged feeling like family. See the updated RBG article in the column to the right of this photo story.

Becker Farms Kicks-Off Apple Harvestand Fall Fun on the Farm

Gasport, NY – Becker Farms kicks-off September with its weekend ticketed events, Apple Harvest and Fall Fun on the Farm, while observing proper social distancing in the time of COVID.

Apple Harvest and Fall Fun on the Farm includes parking, music, and access to 340 acres of glorious countryside and fresh air along with family-friendly activities of the season. Guests can pick apples and access the Garden Market, Beer Garden, Brew Pub, and Apple Barn. Families and children can enjoy the playground, Farm Animal Exhibit, hiking trails, corn and rope maze, pedal carts, tricycles, the giant jumping pillow, and more.

Amanda Vizcarra, 5th generation family member and Hospitality Director, sees the silver lining. “For us, the apple crop is one of the best we’ve seen in years. That, coupled with an abundance of outdoor seating, fall activities, and lots of space to spread out, we’re excited to welcome families back to enjoy the apple harvest.” Pricing starts at $8.00 per child, $9.00 per senior, and $12.00 per adult with advance purchase requested. Apple Picking and visits to the farm without ticketing continues Monday through Friday. Visit beckerfarms.com/buy-tickets to schedule your visit and for more details. 

Memorial Bricks are Available for Engraving and Installing Next Spring 2021

HERITAGE WALKWAY—The Silver Lake Institute is pleased to announce the sale of engraved pavers for the Heritage Walkway that connects Lakeview Avenue with the Institute Dock. This walkway provides a way to commemorate a special person, event or occasion by having a memorial brick engraved with a personalized message and then installed in the walkway, to become a permanent part of the walkway. We invite you to leave an imprint of your love for the lake or to honor a loved one. Silver Lake is truly a place where dreams are made and memories are kept. Click on "Read More" for the PAVER ORDER FORM (Please use one order form for each paver.)

That time of year ... boats being removed from the Lake

Courtesy of Silver Lake Institute

Forgot to buy 'Where Did These Street Names Come From?' while at Silver Lake? Here's the deal ...

We want you to enjoy this newly published book as much as we have been enjoying it. Since the cold weather is a great time for indoor activities such as reading, this is the time to get ahold of a copy. This is also the time to be thinking of Christmas gifts since you will be needing them in about 90 days. If you wish to order this spiral bound book for the $8.00 price, send your complete mailing address, your check or money order made out to Silver Lake Institute but mailed to: SL Newsletter, P.O. Box 19, Silver Lake, NY 14549-0019. We will pay shipping on the first copy (supporting our Silver Lake Post Office) and let you know what you owe on any additional copies. Send your email address and we can give you the total ahead of time. We love supporting our P.O.

Password Page Evolves into New 'Custom Readers' Private Blog

The Password Page of the Silver Lake Newsletter (SLN) has finally outlived its usefulness. Blogger has introduced a new "Custom Readers" Private Blog which appears to be a useful instrument in meeting the needs of SLI residents when seeking Institute-specific information. 

The SLN is also offering Blogger's email alternative, "Custom Email," whereby each new post in the "Custom Readers" Private Blog will be automatically emailed to those who prefer the email method over the private blog. This was decided on because the "Custom Readers" Private Blog is only available to folks who possess a Google-based email (@gmail.com) or who wish to get one.