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Indigenous Peoples Day observance planned

October 11, 2026October 11, 2026 0 min read

All invited to join in a gathering in Friendship and Peace

Investigation continues into fatal crash on Thruway in Newstead

September 4, 2026September 4, 2026 0 min read

At approximately 2:30 a.m. on September 4, 2026, State Police assigned to Troop T, SP Buffalo responded to a motor vehicle crash on the New York State Thruway (I-90) in the town of Newstead. Investigation revealed that a 2018 Volvo tractor trailer was traveling westbound when it collided with a disabled 2012 Chevy pickup truck that was on the right shoulder. The driver of the pickup truck was pronounced deceased at the scene. A passenger in the pickup truck was transported to Erie County Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the tractor trailer was evaluated at the scene

Temporary discoloration of village water possible

August 25, 2026August 25, 2026 0 min read

The Village of Akron has announced that due to an unauthorized test flush performed by contractors at the Akron Central School sports stadium project site, an excessive amount of water was used in a short period of time this afternoon. This event could cause temporarily discolored water in areas of the Village but is expected to pass soon. As always, the village appreciates your patience.

Planned Electrical Outage cancelled

August 24, 2026August 24, 2026 0 min read

The Village of Akron has issued the following statement relative to the planned village wide electrical outage in September. Attention: CANCELLATION of Planned Electric Outage The New York Power Authority has officially postponed the planned electrical outage that was scheduled for September 12-13 and September 19-20 due to conflicts with National Grid. New Dates will be submitted for Village approval, possibly Spring/Fall of 2027.

Road work set to begin today in Village of Akron

August 20, 2026August 19, 2026 2 min read

Work on eleven Village of Akron streets is set to begin today, August 20. Westgate Ave, Shepard Ave, Sunset Blvd, Sunrise Blvd, Sylvan Pkwy, and Crescent Dr. will be micro-milled between August 20 and August 24, 2026 with paving set to begin on August 31, 2026. Stoneridge Ln, Flint St, Upper John St, Monroe St, and Colony Pl. are only scheduled for micro-paving. Village Board members approved the purchase from Suit-Kote in an amount not to exceed $208,497.00 for the micro surfacing portion of the project at their meeting Monday night. Board members authorized the appointment of Martin Schuman to

Westshore Market brings local vendors to Russell Park each week

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 2 min read

By Anne Santor The Westshore Farmers Market brings a variety of local vendors and items to Russell Park every Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. alongside Cruise Night. The West Shore Farmers Market began in 2021 on Eckerson Ave. in the area where the West Shore railroad formerly ran and was held every Sunday. The location of the market on Eckerson did not bring in enough customers to retain vendors so the decision was made to move to Russell Park and continue on Sundays. The change did not adequately increase the customer base, so the Market moved to Thursday

Yes, there is an Akron Community Band concert tonight, July 17

July 17, 2026July 23, 2026 0 min read

Akron Community Band will present their Friday night concert in Russell Park beginning at 7:30 p.m. tonight, Friday, July 17. There are pies, brownies, hot dogs, and popcorn available in the refreshment stand. The concert includes a number of Children’s favorites including Aladdin, Pirates of the Caribbean, Superman, Guardians, The Teddy Bears picnic and more. Next Friday, July 24 is the annual Christmas in July concert and decoration contest. Those attending that concert may enter by decorating their space for Christmas by 6:30 p.m. Prizes, include a basket from Martin’s Mercantile, awarded at intermission. Sponsored by the Town of Newstead

Car Show and West Shore Market canceled July 16

July 16, 2026July 23, 2026 0 min read

In an overabundance of caution for Akron-Newstead Chamber of Commerce members and the public, the Chamber has canceled the Car Show and the West Shore Farmers Market for tonight, July 16. This decision did not come easily and reflects the unhealthy air quality.

Akron Lioness Pies in the Park set for Friday, July 10

July 9, 2026July 11, 2026 1 min read

The Akron Lioness Organization invites you to attend their annual fundraiser “Pies in the Park” scheduled for Friday, July 10 in the Russell Park Shelter for the Community Band Concert. Lionesses will offer delicious homemade pies and desserts, as well as coffee and water for your enjoyment beginning at 7 p.m. Pies are sold by the slice or whole. “Plan on purchasing a slice of pie to enjoy during the band concert and take a whole pie home for your weekend family gathering!” organizers invite. “Lionesses kindly solicit the support of the Akron/Newstead Community for this fundraiser. Pies in the

Village of Akron waterline break repaired

July 6, 2026August 20, 2026 0 min read

Village of Akron reports that the leak in Erie County Akron Falls Park has been repaired. All paused water services have been resumed. Discolored water is to be expected as pressure is restored to the distribution system. They thank everyone for their patience. The Village of Akron water department repaired a large water leak within the Erie County Akron Falls Park which occurred earlier in the day.

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