Department heads, board don't echo Mohan's urgency
by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor
Three years ago, Supervisor Satish Mohan claimed that the town had a $4 million deficit and proposed an extensive plan to deal with it — an overreaction according to some town officials. (See editorial on page four) This year, he is calling for immediate adjustments — including a red... More ...
Parade to signal start of Old Home Days
The Amherst-Williamsville Old Home Days celebration will be held from Tuesday through Friday, July 7-10 at Island Park behind the Village Hall, 5565 Main St. The traditional parade will start at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, heading west from Williamsville South High School. The Celtic Spirit Pipe Band will... More ...
Search for murder suspect ends in Buffalo
by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor
Almost one month to the day after the death of Jesse Garnett, Amherst police located the man suspected in the shooting. Around 11 p.m. Friday, Amherst detectives, members of the Emergency Response Team and officers surrounded a house at 25 Hoyt St. in Buffalo. More ...
'We 're a family'
Matt Leffler wipes away a tear during his speech at Sweet Home High School's commencement Friday at the UB Center for the Arts. Leffler, who has terminal cancer, said, "Here at Sweet Home we're a family. These are my brothers and sisters that are graduating today and I am as happy for them as I am f... More ...
Former player now runs soccer association
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As president of the Amherst Soccer Association, Rob Anderson is able to give back to the sport that gave him so much while he was growing up in the town. In its 31st year, ASA now has 2,400 players, including Anderson's 16-year-old son, Brad, who plays on the Boys U16 Travel Team. More ...
July Fourth celebration planned at UB
The Town of Amherst Recreation Department will once again hold its Independence Day celebration at the University at Buffalo. Events will be held Saturday, July 4, at UB's North Campus. Attendees gather around Lake LaSalle and the area around Baird Point. The concert stage is located in the books... More ...
Two ongoing town cases back in court
by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor
Neither former Assistant Town Engineer Jim Johnson or the Hartford North Bailey Homeowners Association are happy with town decisions and are taking the matters back to court. Johnson filed an Article 78 claim in mid-June to once again challenge his dismissal in State Supreme Court, Personnel Dir... More ...
Pullinzi wins national culinary title
by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor
Nia Pullinzi did exactly what she said she was determined to do — win a national championship. A 2009 graduate of Williamsville East High School, Pullinzi won first place at the National SkillsUSA Culinary competition in Kansas City, Mo., on Friday. More ...
FATHER OR FLOTATION DEVICE?
FATHER OR FLOTATION DEVICE? — Amherst resident Oleg Staozhnikov, with his daughter, Michelle, 3, hanging from his back, spent some time at the North Forest pool on Friday. With rain showers finally leaving the area and summer temperatures setting in, residents were able to enjoy the pools. Pho... More ...
The Buffalo Branch, American Association of University Women is offering a $5,000 scholarship to a woman who is attending a four-year university. Visit www.aauw.buffalo.edu, or call 633-1294 or 688-6181 for info. More... |
Let's say, for the sake of argument, Town of Amherst employees could legally give back 3 percent of their salaries to help the expected revenue shortfall. Should they? We don't think so. Say what you will about government jobs, benefits, vacation time, holiday pay, overtime allowance or other per... More... |
In response to Richard Anderson's letter about downsizing the Town Board, his comments are typical of a political candidate, and more recently of the Republican Party. More... |
Friday, June 19 • A Rosewood Drive resident complained that a neighbor was power washing in the backyard. The call was made at 11:20 p.m. • A naked female was reportedly doing gymnastics around a few males in a parking lot on Amherst Manor Drive. More... |
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Gary Papa, 54, formerly of Amherst, died Friday, June 19, 2009, at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He battled prostate cancer for more than five years. Mr. Papa was born Sept. 2, 1954, and graduated from Canisius High School. More... |
The Amherst Kiwanis Club has awarded $1,000 college scholarships to three seniors: Bradley Hahn of Williamsville South High School; David Ban of Williamsville East; and Ariel Bauerle of Sacred Heart Academy. Anna Pressman a seventh grade student at Kadimah School in Amherst won third place in... More... |
Town of Amherst sports teams had most success in the fall
It was a good year for Town of Amherst varsity sports. Throughout the 2008-09 sports calendar year, Town of Amherst teams won 24 division titles, eight Section VI championships and one state championship. In addition, 11 teams were finalists for sectional crowns. More... |
E ast Amherst resident Ed Thompson never thought while growing up that he would be a firefighter, but in his early 20s, a fire at a neighbor's home prompted his decision to join the Swormville Fire Company at 6971 Transit Road. More... |
Men's Caregiver Group meeting planned The Men's Caregiver Group, sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association of WNY, will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, in the private dining room at Elder- Wood Village at Glenwood, 5271 Main St. Call Don at 937-7522. More... |
thurs. 2 . Seneca Niagara Fireworks — 9:45 p.m. Thursday, July 3, Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel, 310 Fourth St., Niagara Falls. Rain date is Friday, July 3. 299-1100 fri. 3 . East Aurora Fireworks — 7:30-11 p.m. More... |
The Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership Core program in the University at Buffalo School of Management has graduated the largest class in the program's 21-year history. Graduates included Rosanne Braxton, vice president, administration, Schroeder Braxton & Vogt, Amherst; Dr. Phyllis Burgio, ch... More... |
— LEGAL NOTICE — Notice of Formation of RMA ELECTRIC, LLC. Art. of Org. filed Sec'y of State (SSNY) 5/8/09. Office Location: Erie County. Street Address of principal business location: 397 Cottonwood, Williamsville, New York 14221. SSNY shall mail copy of process: c/o The LLC, 397 Cot... More... |
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