Condos
Neighbors show support for plan on Campbell
by JESSICA L. FINCH Associate Editor
Many residents from Foxberry Drive said they support a proposed 32-unit condominium development at 479 and 489 Campbell Blvd. While there were some from the development who spoke against the project at Monday's public hearing, the majority of speakers said they wanted to see the condos built. More ...
Records are made to be broken
Williamsville South sophomore Allie VanBuren clears a hurdle in the Division I 100-meter hurdle preliminaries at the New York State Track and Field Championships on Friday at the University at Buffalo. VanBuren finished second in the Division I 100 hurdles in 14.75 and fourth in the Federation race in 14.55. She also set a new Section VI record in the 400 hurdles, going 1:00.7 in the Federation race for third. VanBuren placed second in the girls Division I 400 hurdles race in 1:01.28. Photo by Amy Krakowiak Purchase color photos at www.BeeNews.com More ...
Strawberry social planned at Island Park
The Williamsville Rotary Club will host its annual strawberry social from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 25, at Island Park at the rear of Williamsville Village Hall, 5565 Main St. The event benefits the Amherst Youth Board. Admission is $5 per person and $3 for children under 12. Tickets are available at Village Hall. More ...
School district acquires Mill Street property
by DARLENE M. DONOHUE Reporter
For the price of $120,000, the Williamsville School District is one step closer to improving traffic flow around Mill Middle School. During last week's meeting, the School Board authorized the purchase of property at 437 Mill St., located near the south end of the campus. The district will use the unappropriated fund balance to purchase the property. More ...
Their hearts broken, residents remember Tim Russert
by DAVID F. SHERMAN Managing Editor
"What is this? 'Meet the Press?'" That defensive question has become as American as the television show's moderator for the last 17 years, the late Tim Russert. A native of South Buffalo, Mr. Russert, 58, died Friday, June 13, 2008, in the Washington, D.C., studios of NBC News. More ...
Niagara Falls Boulevard plan raises concerns
by JILL SCHMELZER Ken-Ton Editor
The state Department of Transportation's preferred alternative for the reconfiguration of Niagara Falls Boulevard at Koenig and Ridge Lea roads raised concerns among residents of the neighborhood during a June 11 public hearing. More ...
Performer delivers emotional impact
At age 5, when many of his peers gained enjoyment from coloring or playing with toys, Eitan Fischer's curiosity led him to music - especially the piano. "I liked the sound and touching the keys," said Fischer, now 17 years old. "I liked everything about it and still enjoy playing. More...
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Public comments make a difference in decision process
The Erie County Department of Public Works has nixed the roundabout concept for the Brighton/Eggert intersection in Tonawanda because of the negative response from the public. The New York State Department of Transportation is also proposing alternatives for Niagara Falls Boulevard at Koenig and Ridge Lea roads. More...
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The cost of cigarettes went up by $1.25 a pack on June 3. Smokers might want to take the time to smell the lovely June roses as they breathe more easily when they quit smoking. Good things happen when someone quits: easier breathing, more energy, lower risk of heart attacks, a better sense of smell and taste, and walking without getting out of breath. More...
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(Editors 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, June 6 • An Amberwood Drive resident reported that newspapers were taken from 23 and 29 North Briar. 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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David C. Smith Sr. of Williamsville, died Sunday, June 8, 2008. Mr. Smith started his career in the car business in 1966 as a salesman at D & E Motors in Williamsville. In 1974, he went into business with his brother Michael. Together they operated Mike Smith Buick Pontiac and David Cadillac Oldsmobile GMC in Lockport. More...
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East's Allen wins state, Federation 400 titles; breaks section record twice
New York State high school runners who didn't know Williamsville East's Kala Allen know her now after last weekend's State Track and Field Championships at the University at Buffalo. More...
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Sliding for a cure
As the saying goes, "There is always room for Jell-O." At least that's how some of the participants feel about sliding into a pool of gelatin during The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's 19th annual Gelatin Splash. "This event continues to generate enthusiasm, publicity, and a great awareness of leukemia, lymphoma, the blood cancers and organization," said Luann M. More...
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Music program welcomes members Those interested in becoming a member of the Williamsville Summer of Music Program can sign up for these performance age groups: 5-8 string orchestra, 9-12 choir, 5-6 band, 7-9 band and Williamsville Community band for anyone in 10th-grade through adult. The Community Band rehearsals are from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. More...
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thurs. 19 . Tartuffe - American Repertory Theater of Western New York presents Moliere's play, directed by Thomas Dooney. Opens at 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 19, and continues at 8:30 p.m. More...
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Kit Perusich, director of Williamsville Community Education, received a special award for the Community Education brochure cover design at the "West-NY" awards, presented by Western New York Association of Community and Continuing Education. The brochure was recognized by LERN, the national professional organization for community and continuing education. More...
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- 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.: 3947/08 HOUSEHOLD FINANCE REALTY CORPORATION OF NEW YORK Plaintiff, vs. PETER HAUSNER, HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF THOMAS J. HAUSNER, Defendant(s). Mortgaged Premises: 11 ROBERT COURT, CHEEKTOWAGA, NY 14225 SBL #: 91. More...
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