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by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor With the space designated, there is still a lot of work to be done before the church at 4110 Bailey Ave., can serve as the Eggertsville Community Center. Eggertsville Community Organization President Aaron J. Stanley encourages residents of the area to attend a meeting at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. More ... Swormville Fire Company names officers, directors Officers and board of directors have been named by the Swormville Fire Company for 2007. Firematic officers elected were: Chief Brandon Houck, first assistant chief Mark Gray; second assistant chief Michael Germain; first captain Scott Will; and second captain Stephen Klock. More ... Service remembers loved ones "Always" is the theme of Mount Calvary Cemetery's Memorial Service being held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 11 at the Pine Lawn Chapel, corner of Harlem Road and Genesee Street. The service recognizes that love never dies, and thoughts naturally turn to those loved and missed as Valentine's Day approache... More ... Community News Sally Bloom of Williamsville will be showcased in "And I To Me," a presentation of collages through the Sarasota County Arts Council, Fla. More ... Sanchez to be charged with two murders, evidence lacking in Diver case by KIMBERLY M. KARCHER Clarence Editor Alleged bike path rapist Altemio Sanchez was expected to be arraigned on two counts of second-degree murder Tuesday. Police believe Sanchez, of Cheektowaga, is responsible for the rape and murder of University at Buffalo student Linda S. Yalem in 1990 and Majane Mazur in 1992. More ...
Three members of the Amherst Police Department were recognized with the Merit Award presented by Chief John Moslow, bottom, left, on Jan. 25. Honored were Officer Thomas Barillari, left, Officer Thomas Grillo, center, and Assistant Chief John C. Askey. More ... State law change on statute of limitations in rapes doesn't apply to Sanchez case by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor The State Senate and Assembly passed a law in June that many people may not be aware of. The statute of limitations on rape cases has been eliminated in New York State. Prior to the passage of the law it was five years. Amherst Council Member William A. O'Loughlin Jr. said he was unaware of the c... More ... Correction The next Williamsville Central School District's Board of Education meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13 at the district office, 105 Casey Road. The time was incorrect in the Jan. 17 edition of The Amherst Bee. More ...
Williamsville students donate 120 pieces by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor Unable to choose only 50 paintings, the Art Committee at Women and Children's Hospital selected 120 pieces from Williamsville School District students to be displayed on the hospital walls. Barb Heller, an art committee member, said the paintings were so "fabulous" that 120 were chosen for an upco... More ... Williamsville Alumni Wall of Fame nominations accepted through March 31 The Williamsville Central School District is seeking nominations to its Alumni Wall of Fame, with induction to take place in the fall of 2007. This distinguished award honors the outstanding achievements and contributions of graduates from the three Williamsville high schools - East, North and Sou... More ... Singing valentine service offered The local chapter of the Friends of Harmony Barbershop will be playing Cupid this Valentine's Day. The group will perform singing valentines from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Feb. 13 and 14. Members dressed in barbershop style will sing two songs to your sweetheart at the place of your choice. The service al... More ...
Officer Thomas Barillari was named the 2006 Amherst Bee "Officer of the Year" at the annual Amherst Police Club installation dinner last Saturday. Officer Thomas Grillo received honorable mention recognition. This year marked the 50th anniversary of the award. More ...
Mohan looks to use 2007 to tie up loose ends by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor Supervisor Satish Mohan has set his goals for 2007, and many focus on the long-term development of the Town of Amherst. Mohan presented the annual State of the Town address during the Amherst Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Friday at Classics V Banquet and Conference Center. More ... Northern Hopkins Road access open to local traffic only The Erie County Department of Highways will close Hopkins Road from Schoelles Road north to Tonawanda Creek Road, except to local two-way traffic. The speed limit in this section will be reduced to 30 mph. The closure is expected the end of the week, weather pending. More ... Kindel plans to run for reelection Town of Amherst Council Member Bill Kindel will be seeking another term in office. He will make his announcement at noon Wednesday, Jan. 24 at Protocol Restaurant, 6788 Transit Road, Amherst. The event is $25 per person. At the fundraiser luncheon, Kindel will outline his goal for a "Lucky 7" run... More ... Sen. Rath appointed to Senate leadership position State Senator Mary Lou Rath, R-C-I, Williamsville, has become the first woman to hold the position of deputy majority leader for State/Federal Relations. "I am honored to be named to this leadership position, as I feel it serves a vital role in helping to ensure that state and federal governments ... More ... Williamsville Village receives $4,200 tree grant by JILL SCHMELZER Reporter The Village of Williamsville has been awarded a $4,200 Community Forestry Grant for street tree planting, maintenance and inventory following the destruction of the October storm. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation awarded the monies to municipalities in Western New York to as... More ... Village News The following events will take place at the Village Hall, 5565 Main St. in Williamsville. For more information, call the clerk's office at 632-4120. Meeting House Events Committee will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30. More ... Amherst Museum creates fiction book club The first meeting will be held at Amherst Museum at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, at 3755 Tonawanda Creek Road. The book club will continue to meet monthly. The first book for discussion is Edith Wharton's, "The Age of Innocence." Readers who do not already own the book can get it from the public lib... More ... Community News The Village of Williamsville will hold an exploratory meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31 in Village Hall, 5565 Main St. to discuss the idea of holding a farmers market at the Williamsville Water Mill, 56 E. Spring St. every Saturday during the summer. More ... Man pleads guilty to vehicular manslaughter A Williamsville man pleaded guilty on Monday to charges related to the death of a 43-year-old woman in August. The charges against Robert Endler, 29, involved vehicular manslaughter in the second degree and driving while impaired by drugs. He pleaded guilty before Erie County Court Judge Shirley T... More ... Teen assaulted with hammer, suspect arrested Amherst police officers Robert Stephens and Thomas Thielman responded to a call at 10 a.m. Monday on Fairgreen Drive where a 17-year-old male was struck in the face with a hammer. Witnesses at the incident gave police a description of the suspect's vehicle, which was located by Stephens and Thielm... More ... HEAP clinic to be held Jan. 25 at town hall Applications will be accepted for the federally funded Home Energy Assistance Program from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday Jan. 25, in the Council Chambers of the Amherst Town Hall, 5583 Main St. Williamsville. HEAP is guaranteeing service to the first 80 applicants. The doors open at 7 a.m. More ... Community News The United Methodist Women of Christ United Methodist Church recently installed the officers for 2007: President Diane Lovejoy, Vice President Janet Hill, Treasurer Jean Wood, Pledge Treasurer Phyllis Nicholson, Secretary, Recording Mary Ball and Secretary, Correspondence Barbara Burr. More ... State correction officer exam scheduled New York State Assemblyman Jim Hayes has announced that an examination will be held Saturday, April 14 for candidates interested in the position of correction officer trainee with the New York State Department of Correctional Services. Applications for the exam must be postmarked no later than Feb... More ... Mayor and trustee seek re-election, newcomer on ballot The Village of Williamsville Board of Trustees will hold an election June 19 to fill mayoral and two trustee positions. Mayor Mary Lowther and Trustee Richard Sweeney have announced their candidacy for re-election. However, Trustee Bea Slick, who was appointed last April to fill Ron Daniels' seat,... More ... Shotokan Karate Club celebrates 15 years The Buffalo Shotokan Karate Club will celebrate its 15th anniversary this year. In light of this milestone, they are hosting two free introductory training sessions during which participants will be introduced to the basic movements and some of the philosophy behind this original Japanese karate f... More ... |
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