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by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor With regret, the director of Higher Grounds Coffee House has announced that the popular meeting place is closing. "We are lovingly saying goodbye," Rev. Julie McNitt said. "As much as we love the house and the people in it, we are not able to keep all the plates spinning. More ... Aug. 9 Bassett Park concert cancelled The Dady Brothers concert that was originally set for Thursday, Aug. 9 in Bassett Park has been cancelled. The Amherst Recreation Concert Series will resume Aug. 14 with the Lance Diamond Show. Aug. 16 will be The Pointless Brothers. Aug. 21 will be Them Jazzbeards. Aug. 23 will be The Jamie Mose... More ... State corrections officer exam slated for Oct. 27 An examination will be held Saturday, Oct. 27 for candidates interested in the position of corrections officer trainee with the New York State Department of Correctional Services, announced by Assemblyman Jim Hayes. Applications for the exam must be postmarked no later than Sept. 10 and must be a... More ... Legislature's minority caucus fights for road, drainage funding by CHRISTOPHER GORDON Orchard Park Editor Flanked by representatives from the towns of Concord, Evans, Newstead and Tonawanda, Republican Erie County Legislators John J. Mills, R-13th District; Michael H. Ranzenhofer, R-4th District; and Dr. Barry A. Weinstein, R-15th District, are seeking to have a fund established for the sole purpose o... More ... First step taken to assist owners of sinking homes by ELIZABETH TAUFA Reporter Amherst residents whose properties are sinking will receive tax relief after fixing the damage. At a press conference Friday, Supervisor Satish Mohan announced that legislation had been signed in Albany that will keep residents who have paid for sinking property damages from paying the full taxab... More ...
TASTE OF WILLIAMSVILLE - Cindy Clark, right, of Snyder samples foods at the 19th annual Taste of Williamsville held Tuesday on Island Park. She is served a goat cheese dip with tortillas from Danielle Amato of Frog Hair Grille. "Savor the Flavor" features selected menu items and specials from m... More ... United Way honors longtime president The United Way of Buffalo and Erie County dedicated a newly constructed memorial plaza on its Delaware Avenue grounds in memory of William J. McFarland, the organization's president from 1963 to 1985. Mr. McFarland, who was a Williamsville resident, passed away in September 2006. More ...
by DAVID F. SHERMAN Managing Editor It may be easy to forget about the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina in August 2005. After all, the storm smashed into America's Gulf Coast almost two years ago. Unfortunately the nightmare continues for thousands of residents and former residents as well as the firefighters who still shoul... More ... CHA presents 'Wines, Wheels & Songs' Event to benefit bike path safety initiatives by KIMBERLY M. KARCHER Clarence Editor The Clarence Hollow Association will present "Wines, Wheels and Songs" from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 21 at the Western New York Event Centre, 11163 Main St., near Davison Road. In conjunction with the wine event, national recording artist Pat Shea will perform a concert, "In Memory of Joan Dive... More ... Gilman Ciocia sets August workshop schedule Gilman Ciocia, a provider of federal, state and local tax planning and preparation services, has set its schedule of workshops taking place in Williamsville and Snyder in August. More ... Carly's Crossing set for Aug. 18 Roswell Park Cancer Institute is seeking youths and adults to fundraise and swim in an open-water swimming event to benefit pediatric cancer research and patient care programs. Swimmers will dive into the waters at the Buffalo Small Boat Harbor at Gallagher Beach on Saturday, Aug. More ...
The community is invited to the University at Buffalo on Saturday, Aug. 18 to experience Indian food and culture. India Association of Buffalo is celebrating India's 60th Independence Day as India Day Mela. The fifth annual "India Day Mela" festival is scheduled from 2 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. More ...
Harrison Singer, 17, of Snyder, placed fifth in the country at the July 1 Future Business Leaders of America Awards of Excellence, held in Chicago. Singer, an upcoming senior at Amherst Central High School, competed in Public Speaking II, in which 120 students from more than 60 states and territo... More ... AMVET Post 72 member named vet of the year Jim Mulderig, a member of AMVETS Post 72, has been named Department of New York AMVET of the Year. A member of the post for 11 years, Mulderig was nominated by the post for the prestigious award, which is chosen by New York Commander Jerry Johnson among the 8,500 AMVETS members. More ... Community Center Boys & Girls Club, Town agree on lease by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor With a wish of opening in spring 2008, the Eggertsville Community Center is one step closer to being a reality. During the July 16 Amherst Town Board meeting, the lease agreement between the town and the Boys and Girls Club was approved to allow for the organization to have programming at the cen... More ...
HOLDING IT TOGETHER - The Suitcases for Kids project, while collected suitcases, backpacks and duffel bags during the month of July, recently packed the donations. Debbie Norman, Buffalo Niagara Association of Realtors communications director, and John Henry, Suitcases for Kids Project chairman,... More ...
by JILL SCHMELZER Ken-Ton Editor It's been 50 years and counting since three area women sat at the first tea of the Junior Board of Kenmore Mercy Hospital. Freida Kapsiak, Audrey Mc- Carthy and Gerry Petko, all original members of the Junior Board, were acknowledged at the Kenmore Mercy Hospital Volunteer Services Recognition Re... More ... Rowles joins call for road, infrastructure improvements across Erie County Bradley W. Rowles, candidate for the 14th Legislative District in Erie County, supports a proposed local law that will annually dedicate existing county funds toward road and bridge maintenance and construction, as well as other infrastructure improvements. More ...
TOP DOG - Jerry Hooven cooks a grill full of hot dogs for the Amherst Kiwanis' summer picnic held on July 31 at Bassett Park. The group has been holding the event for more than 20 years. More ... Stroke, osteoporosis screening set for Aug. 20 Residents living in and around the Amherst community can be screened to reduce their risk of having a stroke. Life Line Screening Radiology will be at the Amherst Center for Senior Services on Aug. 20th. The site is located at 370 John James Audubon Parkway. Appointments will begin at 9 a.m. More ... County's recommendation to deny Rensch Road rezoning raises Town Board eyebrows by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor Erie County recommended denial of the Rensch Road rezoning, although in this situation the county acts only as an advisory board. Council members Dan Ward and Bill Kindel said they can't remember a denial to a request being issued during their tenures. More ... Sabres' Miller to address annual Compeer dinner Compeer of Greater Buffalo has announced that Buffalo Sabres goalie Ryan Miller will serve as the keynote speaker at the non-profit's annual Miracle of Friendship event on Tuesday, Oct. 16 at the Hyatt Regency. Miller will be joined by his father, Dean, who will speak about their family's charita... More ...
POLICE ACADEMY - The Amherst Police Department Youth Police Academy held its 2007 graduation ceremony on July 26. Officer Cathy Onions, front row, left, and Officer Tom Thielman, right, are pictured with this year's graduates. More ... Philanthropist named to Roswell board of directors With a commitment to service, Linda A. Dobmeier of Williamsville has been appointed to a three-year term as a member of the board of directors of Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation. Her appointment was announced by Assembly Majority Leader James Tedisco, R-Schenectady. More ... Community News The American Cancer Society has an ongoing need for drivers for their Road to Recovery program. If you are a licensed driver that is willing to donate your time (Monday through Friday, daytime hours) and use of your vehicle to transport cancer patients to their treatment appointments, contact the... More ...
Karin Crumb of Williamsville has been named employee of the month for July at Niagara University. She is a facility designer/ drafter in facility services, and was recognized for working cooperatively with all constituents on campus. Also, for being knowledgeable, creative and enthusiastic about ... More ... Honoring grandparents for role in raising children There's a Mother's Day, a Father's Day, and a National Kids Day. Now some overlooked members of the American family will get the attention and recognition they deserve. Grandparents are the primary caregivers for nearly six million children in the country and the numbers are growing. More ... Promotions announced in police department With the naming of a new chief of police comes promotions through the ranks. At Monday's Amherst Town Board meeting, Stephen McGonagle was promoted to captain of the afternoon platoon. He had been serving as lieutenant of the afternoon platoon. McGonagle joined the department in 1987. More ... Arrest made in daytime burglary A man whose address is listed as the City Mission in Buffalo has been charged with a daytime burglary that took place on Leonore Road on July 28. Assistant Chief Timothy Green said Lushawn Williams, 38, of "no permanent address" was charged with burglary in the second degree, a C-felony, and peti... More ... Political News Committee to Elect Guy Marlette will hold Guy's Picnic on the Island, Island Park behind Amherst Town Hall, 5583 Main St. The event is from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug 10 and includes food, pop and beer. Donations can be made to: Committee to Elect Guy Marlette, mailed to 21 Brantwood Drive, Sny... More ... Alzheimer's association accepting rummage sale donations The Alzheimer's Association, WNY Chapter, is taking a summertime tradition and turning it into a fundraiser, with proceeds going to provide programs and services to all eight counties of Western New York. The association will host a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m Saturday, Aug. 18 in the assoc... More ... In the Military Army Pfc. John Marando has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. He is the son of John and Kimberly Marando of East Amherst and a 2003 graduate of Williamsville North. More ...
by ELIZABETH TAUFA Reporter "Younger kids today have no idea what life was like before because they don't talk to their grandparents." That's the philosophy behind Ed "Sonny" Russo's writing. The 76-year-old Amherst resident has started his career as an author after learning many life-lessons growing up on Buffalo's West ... More ... New van donated for Town seniors Uniland Development Co. and the Amherst Senior Citizens Foundation, Inc., in cooperation with Amherst Senior Transportation Services, Inc., have formed a partnership that has resulted in another van being made available for medical transportation for seniors in the Town of Amherst. More ... Jazz on the Terrace' set for Aug. 15 Sugar & Jazz Band will provide entertainment as the Amherst Center for Senior Services presents Jazz on the Terrace, from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 15. Admission is free and open to the public. Concert-goers will be provided with complimentary refreshments. The event is sponsored by the Amhers... More ... Registration open for childhood cancer 5K The Race to Cure Childhood Cancer in Memory of Jeff Casterline will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 25 at the Ramada Inn and Conference Center, 2402 North Forest Road, Getzville. Pre-registration cost is $17. Day-of-race registration is $20. For more information or to pre-register, call 681-4... More ...
COOL MUSIC - Williamsville Community Band director Matt Cool leads his group during a concert on July 26. Inclement weather forced the outdoor concert to the auditorium at Mill Middle School. More ... Library News The following events will be held at the Williamsville Library, 5571 Main St. Registration is required for all programs. For more information, call 632-6176. Story Time with Miss Beth, 10:30 a.m. Mondays for toddlers and 11:30 a.m. Fridays for ages 3 to 5. More ...
DANCER OF THE YEAR - Williamsville South student Jacob Artist was recently named National Teen Male Dancer of the Year at the American Dance Awards in Orlando, Fla. He performed a contemporary jazz solo choreographed by Tiger Martina and is a dancer with David DeMarie Dance Studio in Clarence. A... More ... |
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