Department meeting yields cost-saving discussions
by KEATON T. DEPRIEST Associate Editor
In place of its Monday work session, the Town Board allowed department heads an opportunity to speak on topics selected by the council, including cost savings, grant opportunities and consolidation of services.
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Shark attack
Krissy Russo of Sacred Heart drives past Sloane Walton of Nichols during the Sharks’ 53-42 victory in the Monsignor Martin Association final Sunday at Daemen College. More ...
Amherst School Board examines 2010-11 budget
by PATRICK J. NAGY Reporter
The Amherst School Board looked at revised figures for the 2010-11 budget at a work session on Thursday.
Original projected expenditures for the 2010-11 school year were expected to increase from the 2009-10 school year from $43.6 to $45.8 million. More ...
Suspects of Amherst robbery arrested in alleged heist
Two men connected to six robberies were arrested March 3 after they allegedly attempted to rob a jewelry store.
Arthur W. Swain Jr., 20, and Joshua Green, 19, both of 166 Roesch Ave. in Buffalo, were arrested in the vicinity of Katz Jewelry store at 3771 Delaware Ave., in the Town of Tonawanda. More ...
Wal-Mart, CVS developments move forward in town
by KEATON T. DEPRIEST Associate Editor
Following several years of litigation and opposition by nearby residents and community organizations, a 184,914-square-foot Super Wal-Mart to be built on Sheridan Drive is in the initial phases of construction.
The facility will include a supermarket and tire and garden center in addition to being a department store. The property is owned by Benderson Development Corporation. More ...
Village names Flynn Battaglia as architect of mill
by KATE MOCKLER Reporter
The Village Board on Monday formally named the Buffalo-based firm Flynn Battaglia as the architect for the Williamsville Water Mill project.
Flynn Battaglia has worked on many high-profile projects in the
‘‘region, including development of master plans for the Erie Canal
Harbor and East Aurora’s Roycroft Campus. More ...
Legislature votes to downsize
The Erie County Legislature has passed a resolution allowing taxpayers to decide if the 15-member body should be reduced to 11.
The motion was approved during its meeting on Thursday by a vote of 9-6 and was supported by all members of the Republican Caucus and three members of the Democratic Caucus. More ...
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ROOKIE READER — Buffalo Sabres rookie defenseman Tyler Myers has everyone’s attention as he reads to students at the Park School on March 4. More ...
Town Council Member Guy Marlette will be the guest speaker during the Amherst Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Hours event to be held from 5 to 7 p.m Tuesday, March 16, at Eastern Pearl Restaurant, 938 Maple Road, Williamsville. More...
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Bee Editorial
Last week, when the Town Board scheduled a department meeting for March 8, there were questions surrounding the format of the session as well as the topics department heads would be presenting. More...
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Since 1874, villages are the only governments in New York State that do not need the permission of the state Legislature to form or be dissolved. If a group of people within a geographic area wants to form a village, they hold an election, and if the people agree, a village is created. More...
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(Editors note: The Bee’s police
blotter is a sampling of unusual,
sometimes humorous calls received
by the police department. It
is not intended to be a complete
record of all incidents reported.)
Thursday, March 4
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(Editor’s note: Call The Bee at 632-0390 and record a one-minute comment on our Bee Heard line. It gives readers an opportunity to comment quickly and candidly on items of local or regional interest. Callers do not have to identify themselves and no callers’ names will be used. In the interest of fairness and good taste, The Bee will not publish derogatory or insulting comments. More...
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Gordon Joseph Chearmonte, “Joe,” a junior honors student at Williamsville North High School, died suddenly Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010, at home.
He was born Feb. 16, 1993, in Memphis, Tenn. He attended Williamsville North High School where he was a junior honors student and a member of the varsity gymnastics team. He also enjoyed snowboarding and gaming with friends. More...
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The Park School of Buffalo, 4625 Harlem Road, Snyder, will offer three driver education programs this summer. More...
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It took 19 years but the Williamsville South boys basketball team has once again finally climbed the Section VI mountain. More...
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Sweet Home High
I f you’ve never heard of the musical, “Crazy for Yo u , ” you’re not alone. “When I first heard what it was, I was shocked,” said senior Jocelyn Mankowski, who plays Irene Roth in the Sweet Home High School production.
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Book club meeting
scheduled for March 10
The Meeting House Book Club will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday March 10, at the Meeting House, 5658 Main St. near Mill Road, Williamsville. For more information, call the Village Hall at 632-4120.
Embroiderers’ Guild
holds monthly meeting
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. Macbeth
— S hakespeare’s tragedy starring Brian Riggs, Kate LoConti, Eric Rawski, John Kreuzer, Caitlin Coleman, Darryl Hart, Adam Rath and Marie Costa under the direction of Kelli Bocock-Natale, 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday through Saturday, April 3 at New Phoenix Theatre, 95 Johnson Park, Buffalo; $. More...
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At Synergy Health and Fitness, the comfort of its clients is always first on its list of priorities.
The business, at 30 North Union Road, Suite 4, specializes in understanding the needs of people who are interested in living a healthier lifestyle. More...
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