Highway contract ready for union vote
by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor
Representatives of the Amherst Highway Employees Association and the Town of Amherst said Thursday that they have reached an agreement in regard to the highway contract. Amherst Supervisor Satish Mohan, Personnel Director Bob McCarthy and Highway Association President Chris O'Neill made the anno...
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Deputy supervisor proposition to appear on ballot
GPI claims millions unpaid
by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor
On Nov. 6, Amherst residents will make the decision as to whether deputy supervisors must be members of the Town Board. The current board voted 7-0 at Monday's meeting in favor of putting the proposition on the 2007 general election ballot. At present, the supervisor has the power to appoint anyo...
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Pakistani boy recovering from life-saving surgery thanks to North grads
by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor
A small boy in Pakistan has been given the chance to live a long, full life - thanks to Amherst teens. Funds raised by two 2007 Williamsville North High School graduates paid for heart surgery for 4-year-old Sajad Dad. He underwent the operation on July 5 and was discharged five days later.
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SOMEONE YOU SHOULD KNOW
Teacher retires after 33 years, 12 songs
by JILL SCHMELZER
It was one of those kismet moments as kindergarten teacher Norma Gentner was searching for a song to teach her pupils about science concepts.
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Majority rules - Klein Road will not have sidewalks
Board tables moratorium
by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor
Residents on Klein Road told the Amherst Town Board they don't want sidewalks, and the members listened. In a 6-1 vote, the board denied the request for installation of sidewalks on the south side of Klein Road from numbers 221 to 1071. The proposal was started by the Price family, who requested ...
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Proceeds from lemonade stand to fund childhood cancer research
by CHRISTINE A. SETLOCK Intern
The summer fund drive known as Alex's Lemonade Stand is coming to Horizons Home Show in Amherst on Friday, July 27 and Saturday, July 28. Visitors will find the stand at the corner of North Rockingham and Arcadian Drive, outside the home show ticket booth.
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HOMELESS FOR A NIGHT - The first "Great Sleep Out for the Homeless," held at the University at Buffalo's North Campus on Friday, educated attendees on homelessness and how to make a difference locally.
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Hot rod
Anthony Messina and his son, Anthony Jr., admire a 1923 Ford owned by Mark and Carol Bosch during the annual Amherst/Williamsville Rotary Classic Car Show and Family Fun Day held Sunday at the Amherst Pepsi Center.
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OLD HOME DAYS - Sandy Schoellkopf and her daughter Emily take a spin on one of the rides at Old Home Days, held last week at Island Park in Williamsville.
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Among the 40 Developmental Assets developed by the Search Institute in Minneapolis is Asset number 39 - A Sense of Purpose. This asset applies when people report that their lives have a sense of purpose. Why was I born? Why am I here? What's the point? More... |
Daisy Lane residents recently learned from a flier flapping on a pole that the lighting on their street would be discussed by the Amherst Town Board. No information was sent to their homes. Homeowners showed up to refute the proposal and won. That means they won't be required to have lights insta... More... |
The yearly tradition of Old Home Days is a shining example of our neighborly community coming together to create an incredible festival. We should all be proud of the various organizations that comprise Old Home Days. These groups build booths to sell food or gift items, staff games of chance and ... More... |
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Jason C. Stafford was told at an early age he wouldn't live long. Born with neurofibromatosis, an incurable, genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerve tissue, producing skin and bone abnormalities, Mr. Stafford did his best to live a normal life. More... |
Anne-Claire Marrone, valedictorian of the Holy Angels Academy's class of 2007, plans to study medicine at Notre Dame in the fall. Daughter of Michael and Mary Marrone of Snyder, she was awarded several scholarships, including from the University at Buffalo, before choosing Notre Dame. She plans t... More... |
When it comes to the Empire State Games, it's usually a given that the Western region will be playing for a gold medal in scholastic men's ice hockey. This year should be no different. More... |
For several years now, David Wagner has been working on the collection of songs that he performs. "I have a working repertoire of probably 800 songs," the Amherst resident said. Around a quarter of those are songs by Cole Porter. More... |
Williamsville Farmer's Market continues The Williamsville Farmer's Market will be held from 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday through Oct. 27 at the Williamsville Water Mill, 56 E. Spring St. Locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers will be available. More... |
Swing sisters, swing The Andrews Sisters will be back in a return engagement of "Sisters of Swing: The Andrews Sisters Musical," on stage June 25-Aug. 11 at MusicalFare Theatre. The musical offers an insider's view into the personal and private lives of the most successful female group of all t... More... |
Flash those pearly whites after a visit to Kenmore Quality Dental Care, where the dentists pride themselves on their caring staff and teamwork, according to Dr. Robert LaCarrubba. The practice, which is staffed by 10 dentists, operates out of three offices - 956 Kenmore Ave., 8875 Porter Road in... More... |
e-mail: legals@beenews.com Amherst legal deadline: 5:00 p.m. Friday - LEGAL NOTICE - SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF OBJECT OF ACTION STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY COURT: COUNTY OF ERIE ACTION TO FORECLOSE A MORTGAGE INDEX NO. More... |
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