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Beverly and Edward Earle

April 10, 2025May 2, 2025 4 min read

Edward Earle, lovingly known to many as Ed or Eddie, passed away on April 1, 2025 at the age of 90 and will be deeply missed by friends, family, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He was born on October 27, 1934 in St. John’s, Newfoundland. The son of the late Hedley and late Elizabeth (Cook) Earle. After a six year tour in the Canadian Army, he married Beverly and started his family. Edward was a man who had a deep love for his family, and he prioritized them above all else. He was a dedicated father,

Marcia L. Albrecht

April 2, 2025April 7, 2025 1 min read

Marcia L. Albrecht of Akron passed away unexpectedly, at the age of 80 on March 29th at their winter home in Sunnybreeze, Florida. She was born on November 16, 1944 to Vernon and Bernice Long. Marcia was the beloved wife of Clayton Albrecht for 42 years. She was the cherished mother of Melissa (Michael) Nigro and Karin (Michael) Fiegl. Stepmother of Dawn (Philip) Keppler and Clayton Albrecht Jr. Grandmother of 9 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Dear sister of the late JoAnn Pautler. Marcia graduated from Akron Central School in 1962, was a lifelong resident and enjoyed country living. She attended

Newport Christmas in Akron

March 27, 2025June 6, 2025 0 min read

SCENES FROM NEWPORT CHRISTMAS were filmed in Akron last week. Local businesses and Russell Park reflected the Christmas season as movie magic was made. Dante Marconi (seated), Mary Borden in yellow vest and Christa Marconi (far right), had an opportunity to meet the stars, Ginna Claire Mason and Wes Brown.

Forrestel and Norton return to Village Board

March 18, 2025March 18, 2025 0 min read

Trustees Peter Forrestel and John Norton were reelected to their seats in the Village of Akron in the biennial election held on Tuesday, March 18.

Winter Parking ban lifted in Village of Akron

March 17, 2025April 2, 2025 1 min read

The Village of Akron winter parking ban has been lifted for the remainder of the 2025 season. Due to movie filming in Russell Park this week, parking restrictions will be put in place at different times throughout the next few days by the Akron Police Department. 2025 Hallmark Movie – Newport ChristmasMarch 17th –Small Crew working during dayMarch 18th –Small Art Crew working Russell ParkClinton Street parking on park side closed at 7 pm for Equipment TrucksMarch 19th –Film office / lunch – C Dee Wright CenterCrew Size between 50-70 need parkingWhole crew working from noon – 1 am, filming

Hallmark movie shooting in Akron

March 13, 2025April 2, 2025 0 min read

The 2025 Hallmark Movie – Newport Christmas will be partially shot in Russell Park. Details were announced Thursday. A schedule follows: Small Crew working during dayMarch 18 th –Small Art Crew working Russell ParkClinton Street parking on park side closed at 7 pm for Equipment TrucksMarch 19 th –Film Office / lunch – C Dee Wright CenterCrew Size between 50-70 need parkingWhole crew working from noon – 1 am, filming from 2pm – 1:00 amFilming in Russell Park and on Main StreetClinton Street parking on park side closed for Equipment TrucksChurch Street Closed – no parking for the whole dayJohn

Tesnow Rd scene of a fatal accident

February 24, 2025February 24, 2025 1 min read

The Genesee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a bicyclist in the area of 7824 Tesnow Road in the Town of Alabama. The Genesee County Emergency Dispatch Center received the 9-1-1 call reporting the accident at 6:38 p.m. February 23.

Lenore Abrams

February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 1 min read

It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Lenore Abrams on Friday, February 7, 2025 after a brief illness. She was born on January 28, 1926, and at 99 she was the oldest living resident of the Tonawanda Indian Reservation at the time of her death. Wife of the late Walter Abrams, she was a member of the Bear clan, and a retired records clerk for the Genesee County History Department. A graduate of Akron High School class of 1944, she was one of two remaining classmates. Thirty years later, she returned to school, graduating in 1978 from

Daniel F. Giras

February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 1 min read

Daniel F. Giras-of Alden, New York passed away February 9, 2025. Daniel was a a 32nd Degree Life Member of the Alden/Akron Masonic Lodge. A 50-year member of the Buffalo Consistory and the Ismailia Shriners, of West Seneca. He volunteered for the Shriners by driving children and their families to the Shriner’s Hospital in Erie, PA. He was active in the Shriners Mini Car Parades and volunteered at the Shrine Circus selling souvenirs. Dan was a truck driver for Trans American Trucking and Higgins Hauling, driving in all 50 states. He loved his family, traveling with his late wife Sally

Beverly (Bev) A. Grove

February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 1 min read

Beverly (Bev) A. Grove passed away on February 4, 2025, leaving behind a lifetime of love, adventure, and dedication to family and friends. Born on December 5, 1941, in Medina, New York, Beverly embraced life with a spirit of curiosity and generosity that touched everyone around her. Beverly’s love of travel took her across 49 states and beyond, including Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, along with numerous river boat cruises. She was a former volunteer with the Association of Twigs at Medina Memorial Hospital, an active member of the Akron/Newstead Senior Center, enjoyed knitting, and had a gift of transforming