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Prestigious conductors to direct NYSSMA Music Festival hosted by Akron Central

November 3, 2022December 1, 2022 2 min read

Musicians from fifty-two school districts as well as 130 teachers representing the four counties of Western New York will descend upon Akron Central School as it once again hosts the 2022 New York State School Music Association’s (NYSSMA) Junior High Area All State Music Festival on November 4th and 5th. The concerts will be held on Saturday, November 5, at 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. in the Edward Allen Auditorium at Akron Schools, 47 Bloomingdale Avenue, Akron. Guest conductors are: Band, Dr. Ricky Fleming, Associate Professor of Music and Director of Bands at Buffalo State College; SATB Chorus, Dr. Gary

Halloween Fun

November 3, 2022November 3, 2022 0 min read

Many enjoyed the warm weather to Trick or Treat in the Village of Akron on Monday. This young group particularly enjoyed the display at the LL Tillman Post of the American Legion on Eckerson Ave.

Students thank Board of Education for their support

October 29, 2022December 21, 2022 8 min read

Akron Central Student representatives from the Elementary, Middle, and High Schools appeared at the Board of Education meeting Wednesday, October 19 to say “thank you” for their support. They brought cards signed by students, performed a musical selection, and were featured in a video recognizing the Board for their efforts on behalf of the entire district. School Board Appreciation Week was observed October 17 to 21, 2022, in New York. This week helps build awareness and understanding of the vital functions locally elected boards of education play in our community. The Akron Central School District joined public school districts from

Sheriff’s Office investigating

October 6, 2022October 6, 2022 0 min read

Erie County Sheriff John C. Garcia reports that his office is investigating four fatalities today.

West Shore Farmers Market continues into October

September 23, 2022September 23, 2022 2 min read

The West Shore Farmers Market is watching the weather, and planning to continue into October on a week to week basis. The market, which began in 2021 at the corner of Cedar & Eckerson. is now located in Russell Park from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Sundays. Vendors offer produce, baked goods, home decor, clothing and a variety of hand-crafted items.

Hometown Heroes banners dedicated

September 22, 2022December 22, 2022 2 min read

Hometown Heroes banners were dedicated on Friday, September 16 with sponsoring families received a plaque with an image of their poster. Akron Chamber of Commerce and Village of Akron officials were present.

Hometown Hero banners dedication planned Friday

September 15, 2022September 23, 2022 0 min read

Akron DPW has been installing Hometown Heroes banners in the village. The banners will be dedicated on Friday, September 16 at 7 p.m., according to Kristy Pingitore who chairs the program. All are welcome to the dedication which will take place in Russell Park. The banners will stay in place from installation this Fall throughout 2023, according to Pinigtore. Hometown Hero banners dedication planned Friday Hometown Heroes banners will be dedicated on Friday, September 16 at 7 p.m., according to Kristy Pingitore who chairs the program. All are welcome to the dedication which will take place in Russell Park. The

Akron Police urge residents to lock their vehicles

September 10, 2022December 25, 2022 0 min read

Akron Police Chief Rick Lauricella is urging Akron residents to lock their vehicles. Lauricella reports that vehicles are being gone through in the overnight hours in the Village of Akron and surrounding communities.

Three West Shore Farmers Markets left in 2022

September 8, 2022September 23, 2022 2 min read

The West Shore Farmers Market continues to offer locally sourced produce and other items for three more Sundays in 2022, September 11, September 18, and September 25. The market, which began in 2021 at the corner of Cedar & Eckerson. is now located in Russell Park from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Sundays. Vendors lined up for the month of September will offer produce, baked goods, home decor, clothing and a variety of hand-crafted items. Some vendors you can expect to find include Human Farms, Sugarmama’s Bakeshop, Lighthammer Forge, Pain in the Craft, Drip Trip Designs, Rustic Gold, Kowalski

Opportunities to participate in Bi-Centennial continue to emerge

September 8, 2022September 9, 2022 1 min read

The Town of Newstead Bi-Centennial Committee continues to work on plans for the 2023 observance. Although 2023 seems a long way off, it takes many months to plan a huge celebration. The bicentennial committee has tentative plans for a scavenger hunt, children’s activities, garden walk, cruise night/taste of Akron, Native American day, and many varied activities. They welcome your participation in this planning.