Co-workers of suspected 'bike path rapist' baffled by arrest
Cheektowaga man pleads not guilty to murder charge
by KIMBERLY M. KARCHER Clarence Editor
There is a state of shock and disbelief at the Luvata Buffalo Inc. (formerly American Brass) company on Military Road in Buffalo. Co-workers of 48-year-old Altemio Sanchez, of Cheektowaga, learned Monday that police believe the 23-year employee of the brass and copper company is, in fact, the so-called "bike path rapist. More ...
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Mite Minor 'AAA' hockey adopts one of its own
by PATRICK J. NAGY Reporter
Amherst Youth Hockey has always been a huge part of Mike Ruckdaschel's life. As the oldest of three brothers, Ruckdaschel played defense for the Amherst Knights from house through travel hockey then played four years at defense for Williamsville North where he was on back-to-back Section VI Western New York Varsity Hockey Federation championship teams. More ...
St. Greg's parishioner leads diocesan effort
Dawn Iacono, a member of St Gregory the Great Parish, was recently named director of pro-life activities for the Diocese of Buffalo. Bishop Edward U. Kmiec, bishop of Buffalo, made the appointment following the announced retirement of Judith A. Gorman, director of the office since 1991. More...
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School budget process has begun - get involved
It's time to get involved with your school district's budget process. Unhappy with the district's spending plan? Want to see more spent on athletics? Less? Now, not in May, is the time to voice your opinion, concerns and questions. Make the school administrators and board of education accountable for how they are spending your money. More...
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The Rev. Gary Bagley, recently deceased pastor of St. Benedict Church, was school chaplain at Sacred Heart Academy, where he will be fondly remembered for years to come. He served the Sacred Heart Academy community for more than 30 years. This school year, Rev. Bagley celebrated three Masses sharing messages of love, faith and community with students and friends. More...
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(Editor's 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.) Friday, Jan. 5 + Police were called to a Main Street store when a clerk reported receiving a counterfeit $50 bill and the suspect was still there. More...
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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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Louis A. Zon, 87, of East Amherst, co-owner of Ziggy & Zon's World, died Friday, Jan. 12, 2006, in DeGraff Hospital, North Tonawanda. Born in Buffalo, he started as a huckster on the streets of Black Rock at age 17. He was also a Hall's Baker deliveryman and a Prudential Insurance Co. salesman. More...
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Williamsville Central School District fourth grade orchestra students from Maple East and Forest Elementary recently participated in the Erie County Music Educators Association, Elementary All County Solo Festival at Depew High School. Hannah Malof, Mandela Namaste, Riana Ferloin, and Sihyun Ahn all scored an A+ on their solos. More...
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Spartans crown four champions, win overall for first time in school history
Williamsville North wrestling coach Brian Swatland was hoping for a top-five finish at his team's own tournament on Saturday and got more than he asked for. The Spartans crowned four champions and placed first. North had 153½ points, 5½ more than second-place Pioneer. More...
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Traditional Scottish dinner to remember great man and heritage
T he Buffalo Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society will host the 40th annual Robert Burns Supper at 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, at the Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Highway in Snyder. More...
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Theologian to make two appearances The Rev. John T. Pawlikowski will visit two religious facilities. The first appearance will be at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, at the Jewish Community Center, 2640 North Forest Road in Getzville. He will also speak at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18, at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 885 Sweet Home Road in Amherst. More...
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Thursday, Jan. 18 THE BIRTHDAY PARTY, by Harold Pinter, presented by the Irish Classical Theatre Co., through Feb. 11, 625 Main St., Buffalo; $ 853-4282 CHARLES BURCHFIELD CENTER 40th anniversary exhibition, through May 13, Burchfield-Penney Art Center, third floor of Rockwell Hall, Buffalo State College, 1300 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo. 878-6012, www. burchfield. More...
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The Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra, under the direction of Gerard Floriano, performed at the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Memorial Observance on Jan. 15 at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany. This was the GBYO's sixth consecutive invitation. More...
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The Women's Board of Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital will honor its new slate of officers for 2007 at its annual Installation Luncheon on Jan. 25 at the Park Country Club of Buffalo. More...
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- LEGAL NOTICE - NOTICE OF HEARING ON APPEAL NOTICE is hereby given of a public hearing to be held before the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Amherst, Erie County, New York, at the Amherst Municipal Building, 5583 Main Street, in the Village of Williamsville, Erie County, New York, on Tuesday, January 23, 2007, at 7:00 o'clock P.M. More...
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