Official newspaper of the Akron Central School District, Town of Newstead, and Village of Akron
An old-fashioned non-denominational Cowboy Church service, complete with a circuit rider, will take place at Veterans Park on Buell Street (Rt. 93), just south of the Village of Akron, NY starting at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday July 2, 2023.
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The Town of Newstead Bicentennial celebration will reflect the rich diverse history of this community in the many activities, programs, and displays. The Committee has worked for over a year to create a huge birthday party for the town, beginning with an opening ceremony on June 30 before the Akron Community Band plays the second concert of their 100th season.
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In preparation for the upcoming Bicentennial I have been putting together displays. It is indeed very challenging to research the many history files in the towns archives. As your historian, I never tire of reading an old excerpt from an old 1800’s newspaper or looking at the many pictures which always make a story come to life. That is what has been going on at the Historians office and a lot of it.
Read moreThe West Shore Market is getting ready to kick off for its third season on June 4th. The West Shore Market is a local farmer’s and craft market, hosted by the Akron Chamber of Commerce. The market meets on Sundays in Russell Park from 9:00 to 1:00 from June 4th until September 24th.
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Newstead Historical Society looking forward to welcoming back Erie County Historian Doug Kohler as he talks about, “The Top 10 Events in Erie County History”, tonight, May11. He will attempt to unravel truths from the distant past of the Holland Land Company to the triumph and tragedy of the Pan-American Exposition and so much more. All are invited to come see what other events make up the top ten list. “Doug is an interesting speaker and you are sure to learn and be entertained by his presentation,” a NHS spokesperson said. “Debate is always welcome. The program is at 7
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Town of Newstead Historian, Beverly Summe is putting together a picture board of “Families of Newstead” for the Bicentennial, to be on display at the Cultural Center.
Read moreThe Erie County Fair is where competition lives! Spirited competition among peers is at the heart of the fair experience. Who has the best photograph? Best jam? Biggest stalk of corn? How about the best quilt, floral display, woodcarving, and more.
Read moreThe Knight-Sutton will open their newest exhibit, “Newstead 200 Years” on Sunday, May 7. It is a special exhibit honoring the Town of Newstead’s Bicentennial.
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