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Storm update for Village of Akron and Town of Newstead

December 23, 2022December 23, 2022 0 min read

Emergency Manager for the Town of Newstead and Village of Akron, Dan Kowalik reports that as of 11:30 a.m. Electric Power was still on in the Village of Akron and the Town of Newstead had 190 customers without power as of 11:00 a.m. Pixley’s ShurFine is closing at noon today, December 23 and will be closed tomorrow as well. Both Akron and Newstead Fire Companies have standby crews in their respected halls. Snow is blinding in the area. Updates from both highway departments will be shared as available. Both the Town and Village have a travel ban in place.

Travel ban declared in Village of Akron and Town of Newstead

December 23, 2022December 25, 2022 0 min read

Village of Akron Mayor Carl Patterson and Town of Newstead Supervisor David Cummings have declared a State of Emergency and a Travel Ban for the Village of Akron and Town of Newstead effective 9:30 am. Friday morning, December 23. Updates will be shared as available

Akron Central School closed on Friday, December 23

December 22, 2022December 29, 2022 0 min read

Akron Central School Superintendent of Schools Patrick D. McCabe announced this morning that due to forecasted extreme weather conditions, the Akron Central School District will be closed, including all afterschool activities, on Friday, December 23, 2022. “We understand that the decision to close schools has a big effect on all members of our school community. It is our hope that early notification allows families additional time to make the necessary arrangements for work and childcare,” McCabe said. “We wish you and your family a happy and safe holiday season.”

Senior Center closed Friday, December 23

December 22, 2022December 29, 2022 0 min read

The Akron-Newstead Senior Center has announced it will be closed Friday, December 23 in anticipation of the blizzard. “Please stay safe, stay home, and stay warm,” Senior Coordinator Sarah Young encourages.

BRINGING HOLIDAY CHEER

December 22, 2022December 27, 2022 0 min read

– The Akron Central High School Orchestra performed at the Akron/Newstead Senior Center during lunch on Wednesday, December 14. The audience enjoyed a variety of holiday music shared by the gifted musicians.

Parking habits impact snow clean up

December 21, 2022December 21, 2022 0 min read

Village of Akron residents are reminded there is no overnight parking on Village Streets during winter months. Vehicles parked on the roadways or in parking spots not allocated by village permits make snow removal difficult and at times dangerous.

UPDATE: Friday’s garbage pick-up now Cancelled

December 21, 2022December 25, 2022 0 min read

Modern Disposal, servicing the Town of Newstead and Village of Akron just announced that pick-up is cancelled Friday, December 23 in light of weather reports of high winds. A double refuse/recycling collection is planned for Friday, December 30 at the regular time. Previously they had said it would be picked up early tomorrow.

Rust Belt and Fiddle & Fig hold Grand Opening

December 8, 2022December 21, 2022 3 min read

The newest businesses on Main Street Akron, Rust Belt and Fiddle & Fig held a Grand Opening last Saturday.

Octagon House Candlelight tour enjoyed

December 4, 2022December 5, 2022 0 min read

Many stopped by Sunday night to enjoy the annual Candlelight tour of the Rich-Twinn Octagon House decorated for Christmas. Music and treats greeted guests.

Return of cannon wheel hub requested

December 2, 2022December 21, 2022 0 min read

There will be no questions asked if the wheel hub stolen from the historic cannon in Russell Park is returned to the Akron Police Department. The hand forged hub is important to the integrity of the cannon and of no use to the person or persons who stole it, Akron Police Chief Rick Lauricella noted. “We appreciate it’s immediate return,” Lauricella said.