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Supervisor accused of illegal actions
     In response to accusations that he was involved in illegal building practices, Supervisor Satish Mohan said he would
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Beating the heat
     Matthew DiNatale of Amherst gets set to go for a ride on the Niagara River from the shores of Isleview Park in the Town of Tonawanda.
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Number of police calls at housing complex could hurt chances for a second site
     Questions must be answered at the next Zoning Board of Appeals meeting in regard to the proposed student housing complex at 4460 Chestnut Ridge Road.
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Taste of Williamsville returns for 18th annual festival
Secret Gourmet Cooking School featuring Rob Lederman
     The Taste of Williamsville, Savor the Flavor, is back for another round of mouth-watering fun.
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Failure to register could be a felony for sex offenders
     Earlier this year, Cheektowaga police arrested a convicted sex offender who had moved from New York City and never notified local police. Living just two miles from the Williamsville border, he was charged with being in contact with a minor.
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Village looks to amend subdivision law
     After a number of residents complained about the subdivision of property, the Williamsville Village Board is looking to amend its building code.
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VARIETY OF VEHICLES
     The Rotary Clubs of Amherst and Williamsville held their 2006 Classic Car Show this past Sunday at the Amherst Pepsi Center. Approximately 200 cars were in the show that was held both indoors and outdoors. The event, labeled a
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Public meeting planned for July 31
     A public meeting has been scheduled by Council Member Dan Ward from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, July 31 at Amherst Town Hall, 5583 Main St., Williamsville to discuss the Town of Amherst
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Recycling program promotes environmental awareness, raises funds
     Williamsville Central Schools have teamed up with Abitibi-Consolidated Recycling Division to participate in the company's national Abitibi Paper Retriever Program, a recycling program that also serves as a way for schools to raise money for projects.
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Amherst Police Chief John J. Moslow was appointed to the board of governors for the New York State Association of Chiefs of Police. More...
Plan for sinking homes has cracks
In response to the homeowners whose assessments were reduced because of More...
(Editors note: The Bee's police blotter is a sampling of unusual, More...
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Joseph A. D'Onofrio, 82, a musician, died Saturday, July 22, 2006, at his home in Clarence. More...
Emily Warren, a member of the class of 2006 at Amherst Central High School, was honored with the Angela Poniglio Memorial Scholarship for her dedication to athletics and education. A member of the softball, ice hockey and girls hockey teams, Warren will attend Mercyhurst College on a field hockey s More...
Scholastic eyes golden four-peat; open returns several for medal quest
Getzville's Kevin McNamara has a motto which will hopefully lead the Western scholastic women's soccer team to a fourth consecutive gold medal this weekend at the Empire State Games in Rochester. More...
An intellectual and stimulating game
he Bridge Center of Buffalo got under way two years ago after a group of avid bridge players dedicated their time and money to open the not-for-profit facility. More...
Bass Ball to perform at coffee house The Bass Ball will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 26 at Higher Grounds Coffee House, 3622 Sheridan Drive. More...
Thursday, July 27 ANDY WARHOL REMEMBERED: "Uncle Andy's Carousel Horses" through Dec. 29, Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum, 180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda. 693-1885, www. carrouselmuseum. org More...
Buffalo's Infringement Festival runs from July 27-Aug. 6 with various types of entertainment, including many theatre productions. More...
Michael G. Lurz a senior financial advanced group advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. was recently recognized for having a 14 year affiliation with the company. He works at the 325 Essjay Road location in Williamsville. More...