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Walk and celebrate
Summit holds annual benefit to help children with developmental disabilities
by RIKKI CASON Reporter
      The eighth annual walk to benefit Summit Educational Resources will be held Saturday, April 26, with registration beginning at 10:30 a.m. and the walk starting at 11:30 a.m. The walk will begin at Summit Educational Resources, 150 Stahl Road, Getzville, and continue for close to three miles, foll...
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Bee Travel
Help Delta Queen stay afloat
CHRISTINE HICKS- USTA Travel
      Not that it matters, but I am not a bleeding heart, banner-waving kind of American. I love this country but believe its underlying principle - the thing that makes it so great - is that we learn from others and are at our best when pressured. I don't believe in buying American just because it's ...
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Couple honeymoon at Disney World
      Jennifer Lynn Sciandra married Michael Thomas Babcock II in an afternoon ceremony on Saturday, April 19, 2008, at St. Amelia's Church in Tonawanda. The Rev. Ken Keenan officiated. The bride is the daughter of Debbie and Ron Sciandra of Tonawanda. The groom is the son of Debbie Gobrick of Mentone,...
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Couple celebrate 65th anniversar y
      Hilda and Kenneth Engasser of East Amherst will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary with a quiet dinner together. Kenneth Engasser married the former Hilda Graf on April 26, 1943, at the Graf family home while Kenneth was on leave before heading to Germany during World War II.
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Pair celebrate 50 years with dinner
      Sylvia (Sally) and James (Jim) Nelson of Williamsville will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a close family dinner in April 2008 and a large party for family and friends when their son returns from Iraq. James Nelson married the former Sylvia Buddenhagen on April 26, 1958, at the Wil...
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Disney cruise marks 50th anniversar y
      Sharon and Roderick Strom Sr. of Williamsville celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in February by going on a Disney cruise. Roderick Strom Sr. married the former Sharon Babbick on April 26, 1958, at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Buffalo.
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DeMarti- Watorek
      Cindy and Charles DeMarti of Wheatfield announce the engagement of their daughter, Michelle DeMarti, to Jeffrey Watorek, son of Judy and Stanley Watorek of Depew. Miss DeMarti received a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting and a Bachelor of Arts degree in dance from the University at Buffalo...
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Pokorski- Lelonek
      Linda and Joseph Pokorski of Depew announce the engagement of their daughter, Suzanne Pokorski, to Gary Lelonek, son of Kathy Galas of Tonawanda. Miss Pokorski graduated from Villa Maria Academy in 2002. She received a Master of Arts degree in speech pathology from Geneseo State College in 2007. ...
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Red Hat Society celebrates 10th birthday with banquet
      The Red Hat Society in Buffalo will celebrate its 10th birthday on Friday, April 25, at Banchetti's Restaurant, 550 N. French Road, Amherst. Jacque Waggoner, chief executive officer of Hunter's Hope Foundation, will be the guest speaker at the event.
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Senior News
      The following events will take place at the Amherst Center for Senior Services, 350 John James Audubon Parkway. Registration is required. For more information, call 636-3059. Senior eye care presentation, 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 23.
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Lunch Menu
      The cost of lunch is $2.25 for Erie County residents age 60 and older. Call 636-3059. Wednesday, April 23 - Beef pepper patty/gravy, spiral pasta, broccoli, roll, rainbow gelatin and salad Thursday, April 24 - Sliced turkey breast/stuffing and cranberry, squash,
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Expert tips for perfect azaleas
      Long adored for their luscious blooms and stately stature in the garden, azaleas remain one of the most popular shrubs in modern-day landscapes. But to ensure that these super-bloomers operate at peak performance, there are a few tips that every well-intentioned gardener must know.
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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. Anime Jeopardy and Manga Madness, ages 10 and older, noon-1 p.m. Saturday, April 26.
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SOMEONE NEEDS THIS MORE
     SOMEONE NEEDS THIS MORE - Elizabeth Arnold, 8, of Getzville, started growing her hair a few years ago to donate to Locks of Love, and in March, it finally reached the proper length. SuperCuts, at North French and Transit roads, cut her hair free of charge. She had been inspired by her friend, Tyler...
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Freudig Singers perform 'Trial by Jury' at theater
      The Freudig Singers of Western New York hereby summon all Gilbert & Sullivan lovers to appear at its all-Gilbert & Sullivan season finale, featuring a full concert performance of "Trial by Jury." Conducted by Roland E. Martin, with accompanist Mark Di- Giampaolo, the chorus will perform at 7 p.m...
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South grad earns Eagle Scout rank with completed project
      Only 2 percent of Boy Scouts attain the organization's highest rank of Eagle Scout. To attain the rank, a Boy Scout must complete at least 21 merit badges and organize a service project that benefits his church, community or school. Recently, five Boy Scouts in Troop 554 from St. Barnabas Parish ...
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Eagle Scout named
      The Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Ed Wojtkowiak, 18, was held April 8, marking years of his dedication as a Scout. A member of Boy Scout Troop 445, Wojtkowiak celebrated his achievement at the Williamsville Meeting House with fellow Scouts, Scout leaders including Scoutmaster Gil Munz, and frien...
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Join the Movement
MS walk to take place May 3
by TIMOTHY CHIPP Reporter
      Western New York has the second highest percentage of multiple sclerosis patients in the nation, with the first being Seattle. To help raise awareness and funding for a cure, the 20th annual Multiple Sclerosis Walk will begin at 9 a.m.
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Bee Healthy
      BlueCross BlueShield sets walking event BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York wants to remind everyone that taking time to walk during lunch breaks leads to better health. That's why it is holding the second annual National Walk @ Lunch Day on Wednesday, April 30.
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On the Campus
      Lisa Bavisotto of Amherst was named to the dean's list at Slippery Rock University for the 2007 fall semester. She is the daughter of Bob and Susan Bavisotto. John Stevens of East Amherst has been named to the dean's list at Berklee College of Music in Boston for the 2007 fall semester.
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