Town's golf season set to open next weekend
by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor
Golfers will know the season has started when the flags are placed at the holes, Highway Superintendent Bob Anderson said, adding that crews have been busy prepping the courses for the 2008 season. "For the past two weeks, we have been picking up sticks, raking, rolling the greens," he said. More ...
Engineering Department lacking personnel
by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor
When issues arise at the Waste Water Treatment Plant, interim engineer Thomas Ketchum just hopes it's nothing major, as there are fewer employees to maintain the facility. The more-than-30-year-old plant is in need of major repairs and is being operated with far less staff than necessary. More ...
Motorcycle accident claims life of East Amherst man
by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor
Amherst police are continuing to investigate the cause of a fatal accident that was reported Sunday on Interstate 990. According to Capt. Patrick McKenna, a motorcycle operated by Peter F. Frazon, 44, of East Amherst, was northbound on I-990, just north of Interstate 290, when the 1979 Honda went down and slid into a guardrail on the east side of the road. More ...
Sixty years
Walter Reitz directs the Amherst Male Glee Club during the first act of its concert Thursday at the Amherst Central High School. He founded the organization in 1948. Photo by Amy Krakowiak Purchase color photos at www.BeeNews.com More ...
CULTURAL EVENT
CULTURAL EVENT - Students and family members attended the annual Dodge Around the World event on Friday at Dodge Elementary School. The event introduces different cultures to attendees. Pictured from left are Laura Lange and her daughter, Angelina, a second-grader, and Angie Whalen, creating Ojo de Dios (eye of God) crosses to distribute at the event. Photo by Jim Smerecak Purchase color photos at www.BeeNews.com More ...
Mesi, Iannello join fight for 61st Senate seat endorsement
by JILL SCHMELZER Ken-Ton Editor
Town of Tonawanda native Baby Joe Mesi went 36-0 during his boxing career and is looking to continue that undefeated streak in his quest for the state's 61st Senate seat. Legislator Michele Iannello, D-10th District, is, like Mesi, also seeking the endorsements of the Democratic, Working Families and Independence parties. More ...
Veterans property tax exemption deadline May 1
The deadline to file for the new Cold War Veterans Partial Exemption to Property Taxes in New York State is May 1. Amherst Council Member Guy Marlette said the third alternative for partial exemption from real property taxes is an extremely important benefit for veterans and must not go unused. More ...
Re-Tree WNY training session planned in Amherst
A training session will be held this weekend in preparation for the massive replanting of trees lost in the October 2006 snowstorm. Training will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 12 at The Park School, 4625 Harlem Road, Amherst. More ...
HAVING A BALL
HAVING A BALL - Sacred Heart Academy students participated in the 2008 SHA Day of SHAring on April 4 where they volunteered at 49 locations around Western New York, including Wedgewood Nursing Home on Bailey Avenue in Amherst. There the students and residents took part in activities. From left are sophomore Mallory Siwirsky, resident Lidia Salvagno, sophomore Sara Koniarczyk, freshman Nicole Dewaal and freshman Maddie Bartels. The students wore T-shirts designed by one of the students for their day in the community. Photo by Joe Eberle Purchase color photos at www.BeeNews.com More ...
125 Years Ago April 12, 1883 Tuesday evening, the yearly meeting of the Williamsville Cemetery Association was held for the purpose of electing trustees and officers. The Ladies of the Methodist Church will give a pie social at the residence of Mr. George Hartman on Friday evening of next week. More...
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Everyone should be on alert for predators
In light of reports of attempted child abductions across Western New York, Amherst police are sending out a warning to parents: teach children about stranger danger. Now that spring has arrived, youths are outside more, playing in yards and not always with a parent's eagle eye upon them. More...
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I am a retired police officer after serving 35 years with the Erie County Sheriff's Office, Patrol Division. What I saw more than 35 years is that the cycles of traffic signals got shorter and shorter. 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. 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. More...
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William Hughes Lamale, 88, of Williamsville, died Thursday, March 27, 2008, at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. Born in Tarkio, Mo., Mr. Lamale grew up in Ada, Ohio. He graduated from Ohio Northern University in 1942 and was a member of Phi Mu Delta fraternity and of the the Northern Review staff. More...
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Marissa Polino, a third-grader at Christ the King School in Snyder, was named a 2008 state winner for the 17th annual Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest. She was chosen from more than 177,000 entries, representing students from grades one through eight from across the country. She was judged on cursive abilities. More...
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Lady Tigers return four All-Western New York selections
When you talk about the best girls lacrosse teams in Western New York, Amherst Central is always near the top of the list. It's when the Lady Tigers have gotten out of Section VI that they've struggled. Amherst has won seven Section VI titles over the past nine years but lost all seven of their trips to the Far West Regionals (Rochester). More...
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Eastern Hills Mall to host second Beautiful Beginnings Bridal Fair
The wedding dress, bridesmaid attire, tuxedoes, photographers, transportation, caterer, flowers, cake, shoes, garter, veil ... the list is endless when it comes to planning one of the most special days in one's life. For all those lucky brides-to-be, Eastern Hills Mall is here to help. More...
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Potluck dinner set for April 9 The Center for Inquiry's Friends of the Center will meet for their regular potluck dinner at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, at the Center, 1310 Sweet Home Road, Amherst. The free dinners are opportunities for inquisitive individuals to introduce themselves to the local community and discuss current issues in a casual environment. More...
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fri. 10 . Romeo and Winifred - Spoof on Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" by Charlie Lovett presented by the Amherst Players, opens at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 10 and continues at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and 1:30 p.m. More...
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People often come to Betsy Marie after they have experienced a tragedy. The Snyder resident, who goes by her first and middle names, is a professional medium. She said her motivation is to help people. "The purpose of a medium is to strengthen, encourage and love all who are in our hands," she said. When she does a reading for someone, they usually cry and hug her. More...
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- LEGAL NOTICE - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BICENTENNIAL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ADOPTION OF LOCAL LAW/ORDINANCE Notice is herewith given of public hearings, complying with the Town of Amherst Zoning Ordinance and 6 NYCRR 617 (SEQR) provisions and, More...
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