Christmas For The Animals Held

Sunday – December 11: “Working Together” the 4th Annual Christmas for the Animals was held yesterday in Wellsville. It took place at the Gazebo in the 4th Street Square. Mayor-elect Susan Haugh welcomed all who attended and issued a heart felt thank-you to those that put on the event and to all who made it possible. The first Christmas event for the animals in the village was started by the ladies of the Alley Cat Aide Brigade four years ago. It was the brain child of Brigade member Connie Carmichael based on a similar event she had heard about being held in Boston.

Joining forces with the Alley Cat Aide Brigade this year was the Columbiana County Humane Society, Wellsville's Animal Control and Paws-R-Riding On It. The four groups working together for the first time for the animal Christmas must have pleased Mother Nature. It was the first time in four years there were clear skies and bright sunshine for the event. The bright sunshine & shadows were brutal for picture taking but it was a beautiful day for an outdoor event. There were gifts, treats and free food given out for the animals while supplies lasted. It was all made possible through generous donations.

Another first this year was rural Wellsville residents Jeff & Sue Bennett taking pictures of the animals with Santa, with professional expertise. When asked where their shop was Sue Bennett declared “we're just winging it, we're not in the business!” Jeff Bennett noted there were 35 pets photographed. Those pictures will be available for pick-up this Thursday & Friday at Air Waves, 464 Main St.

Penelope, the pot bellied pig, had to be the top attention getter. There were lots of cute kittens and lovable dogs but Penelope elicited a lot of “OH Look!” comments. Her owner says she is quite friendly, house broken and gets along well with the two family dogs. The pig was very content nibbling on dry dog food and was very cooperative posing for pictures. “Snakey”, the colorful corn snake, had to be eligible for the most unusual prize, if prizes were given for most unusual pets.


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Wellsville Historical Society Installs 2012 Officers

Tuesday – December 6: The Wellsville Historical Society held their annual Christmas dinner party last Tuesday at the River Museum. The dinner was served by Bricker's Catering. Members had a choice of stuffed pork chops or Italian chicken breast entrees.

Installation of 2012 officers followed the dinner with Historical Society President Robert “Brass” Beresford presiding. Mr. Tom Davidson was installed as President for the new year. Davidson had previously served as a Trustee. Following the swearing in of president Davidson then swore in Past President Beresford as a 1-year Trustee and Tim Gane as a 3-year Trustee.

Other officers returning in 2012 are Bonny Beresford as Vice President, Joan Davidson as Recording Secretary, Carol Smith as Corresponding Secretary, Patricia Lawrence as Treasurer, Lucille Huston as Financial Secretary and Walt Hanlon as Parliamentarian. Jeff Weekley, Robert Lloyd and Mike Lynn remain as the other Trustees.

Although closed for the season private tours of 10 or more can be arranged by calling 330-532-1018 or 330-532-3941. Pictured above from the left is Trustee Tim Gane, Past-President/Trustee Brass Beresford and President Tom Davidson. The next meeting is schedule for Tuesday, January 17, 2012. New members are always welcomed.

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Wellsville Tigers Go 1&1 This Past Week-end

The WHS Tiger men had a busy week-end of basketball on the road playing two long time backyard rivals.

On Friday evening they traveled out Route 39 to take on the Southern Local Indians. The Reserves had an impressive win beating the Indians by a score of 51-28. The varsity game was a renewal of the hard played rivalry it always seems to be with the young Wellsville squad coming up short in the final minute of the game. Up until then they played right along with the Indians and for much of the game had the lead on the score board. The final was Southern 51-46.

The Tigers got back in the win column Saturday night when they traveled down the river to take on the Toronto Red Knights. We didn't make that trip but from the newspapers we see the Tigers never trailed at the end of any quarter and came home with a 79-47 victory. The Reserves put another impressive win in the books taking the first game with a 54-26 final over the Toronto Reserves.

The Tiger Varsity and Reserves are both now 2&1 on the young season. The Wellsville round ball players return to action at home on Tuesday evening, December 13, when they host ITCL rival Jackson Milton. The Reserves tip off at 6 PM.

Pictures above are from last Friday's game at Southern.

Go Tigers!

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Wellsville Village Council Change Meeting Date

With the approaching holidays Wellsville's Village Council has changed the date of their second meeting date of the month. Council normally meets the first & third Tuesday of the month.

The meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 20, has been moved up to Thursday, December 15 at 11 AM. The meeting will take place at Wellsville Village Hall at 1200 Main St.

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Santa & Wellville Volunteer Fire Dept. Team Up For Visits

Once again the members of the Wellsville Volunteer Fire Department have lined up Santa to tour the village and Yellow Creek Township to hear last minute Christmas wishes from children young and not so young. As in years past the firemen will be driving Santa around in one of the fire trucks.

Santa will be in town on Saturday, December 17, and Monday, December 19, from 7 to 9 PM each evening. If he hasn't seen everyone that want him to stop by he will return on Thursday, December 22. All that residents need to do is turn on the porch lights and watch for the fire truck with the flashing lights. When spotted come out the front door and wave. For safety reasons please do not let children go in the street and approach the truck until one of the firemen give the okay.

Residents of Yellow Creek Township are asked to call the station as soon as possible at 330-532-1338 to schedule a stop. For more information call the same number.

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Daw Mid. School Boys Basketball Split Home Opener With United

Wednesday - December 7: The Daw Middle School Boys Basketball teams opened their home schedule this past Wednesday. They hosted the United Local Middle School teams in Beacom Memorial.

The 7th Grade Team had a convincing win beating their United counterparts by a score of 57-35. In the nightcap the 8th Grade men lost a cost one by a score of 29-26.

The teams came right back to host Jackson Milton Thursday night in Wellsville. According to the Morning Journal the 7th Graders defeated Jackson Milton 50-20. There was nothing reported on the 8th Grade game.

The Daw boys team return to action at home Monday night, December 12, when they host backyard rival Southern Local. Tip-off is scheduled for 5 PM for the first game.

Pictures in the collage are from Wednesday's United games.

Go Tigers!

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Kung Fu Panda 2 Coming To Wellsville Library

The kind folks at the Wellsville Library are once again providing some top notch entertainment that the whole family will enjoy. This coming Wednesday afternoon, December 15, they will be showing the newly released DVD movie “Kung Fu Panda 2”. This movie was just released in the theaters on May 26. Now it will be available on DVD.

This Dream Works Pictures is fun for the whole family and kids will love it. It offers action, comedy, stellar animation and lots of visual sparkle. It's all about Po living his dream protecting the Valley of Peace. Jack Black is the voice of Po. Some of his supporting cast members are Dustin Hoffman, Jackie Chan and Angelina Jolie.

Show time at the Wellsville Library located at 9th & Main is 3:30 PM Wednesday.

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