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Polkowski re-elected Akron Central School Board president

July 17, 2025August 15, 2025 10 min read

Akron Central School Board of Education members held their organizational meeting for 2025-2026 school year on Wednesday, July 9. Board members Connor Borchert, Heather Cayea, Chandra Jagielo, elected during the annual meeting in May, were sworn in as well as Audrey Garverik, Alexander Parisi, and Austin Vandenbosch – Student ex officio Board Members; Erik Polkowski was elected as President and Heather Cayea was elected Vice-President for 2025 to 2026. District Clerk Bonnie Lee James served as temporary chairman until election of the President was completed and administered the oaths of office. Board Officers Susan Brewer was appointed District Treasurer. Serving

Erie County Sheriff’s Office responds to accidents with injuries

July 17, 2025August 17, 2025 1 min read

Below is a sampling of the noteworthy incidents in Akron and Newstead as called into the Erie County Sheriff’s Office from July 6 to July 12, 2025.

Akron Police Department investigating porta-potty explosion

July 17, 2025August 17, 2025 2 min read

The Akron Police Department conducted a number of foot and vehicle patrols June 30 through July 13, 2025. In addition, some of the calls to which they responded follow:

Akron-Newstead Garden Walk to Benefit Senior Dog Sanctuary

July 17, 2025August 17, 2025 1 min read

One of Akron’s summer traditions will help senior dogs in need. The Akron-Newstead Garden Walk takes place on Saturday, July 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring 11 private gardens and two public spaces across the village and surrounding area. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a free, self-guided tour showcasing the beauty, creativity and community spirit of local gardeners. Highlights include the Akron Falls Rock Garden, nestled within Akron Falls Park, and the historic Rich-Twinn Octagon House, surrounded by lush, 19th-century-inspired plantings. New this year, the event will raise funds for White Whiskers Senior Dog Sanctuary, a

LADY LIONS INSTALL NEW MEMBERS AND OFFICERS

July 17, 2025October 27, 2025 0 min read

LADY LIONS INSTALL NEW MEMBERS AND OFFICERS – The Akron Lady Lions Club recently held their Installation Dinner, installing new members: Catherine Shannon, Rachel Jendrowski, Melanie Holtz, Tammy Holtz, Donna Henning, Bridget Gillman, and Sue Kelkenberg. Also installed were 2025-2026 officers:Jessi Ferry President, Marlene Stone President elect, Jennifer Whitmarsh Secretary, and Jayne Perry Treasurer.

Students named to Dean’s List

July 17, 2025August 17, 2025 1 min read

On the Campus Purchase College announced that more than 1,300 students were named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester. Students who have earned this academic honor have maintained a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher and taken a minimum of 12 credits. For BA and BS programs, a semester GPA of 3.50 is required. For BFA and MusB programs, a semester GPA of 3.75 is required. Grace Leonard of Alden (14004) About Purchase College, SUNY Purchase College, part of the State University of New York (SUNY) network of 64 universities and colleges, was founded in 1967 by Governor

Request made for peddlers permits in Newstead

July 17, 2025August 16, 2025 2 min read

The pros and cons of creating a peddlers permit requirement in the Town of Newstead are expected to be part of conversations in upcoming Newstead Town Board meetings.

Classic Broadway featured

July 10, 2025July 24, 2025 1 min read

Akron Community Band will feature Classic Broadway on July 11 as they present their third of eight concerts in the Russell Park gazebo, Main Street, Akron. The concert begins at 8 p.m. under the direction of Holly Meides and Karlyn Backus, with a variety of “band favorite’ selections. All are invited to come enjoy a summer evening in Russell Park, which now has an upgraded, more easily accessible amphitheater. There will be refreshments for sale in the refreshment stand. Upcoming concerts Concerts, sponsored by the Village of Akron, Town of Newstead, and County of Erie begin at 8 p.m. in

NRD Splashes into Summer!

July 10, 2025July 11, 2025 6 min read

Summer 2025 Programs & Activities The Town of Newstead Recreation Department offers the following programs for Summer ‘25… AM Fitness & Fun, AM REC/PM REC, After Hours Swim, Field Trip Fridays & Special Events. Highlights for the six weeks of the NRD Summer Recreation Season include the following…

Rockets Red Glare

July 3, 2025July 24, 2025 0 min read

The Akron Celebration Committee’s fireworks in Russell Park Thursday night provided a vivid illustration of the national anthem’s “rocket’s red glare” illuminating the Flag in the darkness. The Celebration continues with a full day of activities on Friday.