2009 Candidates Discuss Campaign Financial Disclosure
This is the final article in a series analyzing the 2009 elections in the Town of Aurora. Iroquois will Host Cavalcade of Bands
The Iroquois Music Department will present the Cavalcade of Bands concert at 7 p.m. on Tues., Feb. 9. The performance will be held in the auditorium of Iroquois High School on Girdle Road in Elma. Wales Looks at Ways to Abolish Tax Post
Under a proposal put forth by Wales Town Councilman Donald Butcher, the office of receiver of taxes would be abolished and melded into Town Clerk Sharon Marfurt's department. West Declares Candidacy for Village Board
Randy West of East Aurora announced on Monday that he will seek a post as village trustee. West, an engineer and an eight-year member of the Village Planning Commission, indicated that he seeks to bring his experience and expertise to serious issues facing the village. A Classic Winter Week in East Aurora
"Snow is free." That is what Brian P. Higgins—not the congressman—said while talking about the snow sculptures he creates within the village with three generations of family members every year. His outlook on the cost of snow makes winter seem like a gift. Village Seeks Dissolution Study
The Village of East Aurora will seek a $50,000 state grant to fund a study that will examine the feasibility of dissolving the village government. Though some trustees had earlier opposed such a study, the six members of the board present at a Feb. 1 work session agreed to apply for the study as part of a three-pronged approach suggested by Deputy Mayor Libby Weberg. Her suggestions, and the board approval, follow a Jan. 20 New York State Conference of Mayors and Municipal Officials (NYCOM) forum in Orchard Park at which NYCOM representatives stressed the time constraints on a potential referendum to dissolve the village, as well as the high level of competition for dissolution study grants. Man Charged with DWI Tried to Flee Troopers
A 25-year-old Blasdell man was arrested on charges of driving while intoxicated, resisting arrest and unlawful possession of marijuana following a Monday-night traffic stop for speeding on Transit Road in the Town of Elma. The man allegedly attempted to flee State Police after being told he was under arrest for driving while intoxicated. Deputies Make Reckless Driving Arrest in Holland
Deputies Chris Parisi and Don Hoelscher arrested a 32-year-old Holland man Jan. 30 after investigating a citizen complaint on North Canada Street. The man had allegedly driven his vehicle dangerously close to a resident. He was charged with reckless driving, aggravated unlicensed operation, operating with a suspended registration, driving without a license and failure to keep right. He was also wanted on an arrest warrant for driving while intoxicated by the Village of Depew. Deputies transported the man to the Erie County Holding Center to await arraignment on his charges in Holland Town Court. Wales Kiwanians Plan "Souper Bowl" Event
The Wales Kiwanis Club will again be holding its popular "Souper Bowl Sunday" fundraiser on Sun., Feb. 7 from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Wales Center Fire Hall on Route 20A. The event coincides with the NFL Super Bowl game between the New Orleans Saints and Indianapolis Colts later than day. Farm Bureau Recognizes Officials
New York Farm Bureau, the state's largest general farm advocacy organization, has named 84 state legislators to its Circle of Friends for the year 2009. The award is an indication of each individual lawmaker's support of New York agriculture and the Farm Bureau. Pathways Christian Fellowship and Local Residents to Assist in Gulf Coast Rebuilding Efforts
Pathways Christian Fellowship of South Wales is sponsoring a trip to help rebuild hurricane- and flood-damaged homes in southeast Louisiana. Bachman Wins Middle School Geography Bee
East Aurora Middle School fifth-grader Benjamin Bachman was the winner of the school's 2010 National Geography Bee. The runner-up was Tanner Reese, an eighth-grader. Committee Members Sought for Elma Day
The Elma Town Board is looking for people interested in volunteering for a citizens' committee to help organize and coordinate "Elma Day." The June 13 event will feature a car show and a ceremonial disposal of American flags. Unshackle Upstate Leader Coming to East Aurora
The Greater East Aurora Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a presentation by Unshackle Upstate Executive Director Brian Sampson on Wed., Feb. 3 at 6 p.m. in the auditorium at 300 Gleed Ave. Wales Makes 2010 Appointments
The Wales Town Board made appointments to various town advisory committees and posts at its re-organizational meeting Jan. 12. Councilman Gerald E. Klinck, named as deputy supervisor, will also serve as the town's delegate to the Northeast Solid Waste Team (NEST). The organization is responsible for the overall recycling and refuse efforts in this part of Erie County. Klinck also will serve as chairman of the town's solid waste, conservation, soil and water committee. Marilla Club Celebrates 95th Anniversary of Kiwanis
The Kiwanis Club of Marilla celebrated with Kiwanians Worldwide as the organization marked its 95th birthday on Jan. 21. Marilla Town Historian Hubert Kutter, a Marilla Kiwanian, gave a presentation to the club at the local meeting on that day, speaking about the changes in the world since that first meeting. Community Members Invited to Toastmasters Event
On Mon., Feb. 1st, professional speaker, author, and Past Toastmasters International Director, Gary Mull, will be presenting "Be An Exceptional Presenter - 5 Key Techniques to Sharpen Your Skills." Classes Aimed at Needs of Single Parents
Single parents interested in learning about food budgeting, meal planning, dealing with home emergencies, home repair, health and other topics are invited to attend one or more workshops in a series hosted by Pathways Christian Fellowship. Town Board to Discuss Joint Facility Feb. 16
At its 7 p.m. work session on Feb. 16, the Aurora Town Board will discuss the final report from a study on the possibility of creating a joint village/town/library facility. The study was made possible by a Shared Municipal Services Incentive (SMSI) grant from New York State. Town Supervisor Jolene Jeffe said that the board members had recently received the final report, but that they should have time to review it before the work session. Town Engineer Bryan Smith noted that the study had only a few differences from the draft presented in October 2009. The new report will be available for review by citizens at Town Hall. Holland School OKs Budget, Teachers' Contract
A round of applause followed the Holland Central School Board's approval Jan. 25 of a new teachers' contract, 18 months after the previous one expired. Following months in which no negotiations took place, the administration and teacher's union hammered out a deal during one afternoon. Judicial Race had the Highest Spending of 2009
This is the third article in a series analyzing the 2009 elections in the Town of Aurora. EA Students Prepare for "Annie"
Little Orphan Annie, Daddy Warbucks, and yes, even Sandy, will take the stage when East Aurora High School presents "Annie" on Feb. 5, 6, and 7. Over 125 students are part of the production, based on the iconic musical that debuted at the former Alvin Theatre in New York nearly 33 years ago. Workshop Series to Start at East Aurora UU Church
"Woman attacked and stabbed in eye after leaving lesbian nightclub." "Man beaten in mall parking lot by attackers shouting gay slurs." These two local headlines gave a grim start to 2010 in Western New York. Hate crimes persist in our midst; most of them do not make headlines. They happen around the world, across our country, and in our own backyard. Some locals are doing what they can to turn the tide, to promote compassion for all people – but in particular, to make a deliberate effort to better understand the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender (GLBT) community, and the obstacles they face. Hartwick Still Unaccounted For
As of Tues., Jan. 26 Lynn University had no new information on Dr. Patrick Hartwick, a former East Aurora resident who was in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on Jan. 12 when an earthquake struck there. Hartwick is believed to have been in the fitness center of the Hotel Montana when the hotel collapsed. He, another professor and four students were part of a Lynn University group visiting the country as part of a program called "Journey of Hope to Haiti." Relay for Life Effort will Kick Off February 6th
All are invited to the eighth annual Kick Off for this year's Elma Relay For Life, which will benefit the American Cancer Society. Colern Asks Elma to Change Inspection Fees
Building Inspector Joseph Colern spoke to the Elma Town Board at a work session on Jan. 13 about the possibility of changing the fee schedule for fire inspections for commercial businesses in town. Colern said he would like to update the "archaic" pay structure to make the work a little easier for his department and give businesses an exact figure on what they would be charged. Travel Information Travel Info Links
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