Town of Newstead

Many Newstead Bicentennial events planned around the town this week

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In addition to the many “big” events happening during the Town of Newstead’s bicentennial celebration there are several “smaller,” historically rich and important events pertaining to our area’s history.  Check out the calendar included in this edition for a quick overview. Tonawanda Senecas’ History “History of the Tonawanda Senecas” will be on display at the Tonawanda Indian Community House, 372 Bloomingdale Road on Saturday, July 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. as part of the Newstead Bicentennial Native American day there will be a presentation on the history of the Tonawanda band of Seneca and the Tonawanda reservation hosted

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Retired Supervisor David L. Cummings passes away

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David L. Cummings, Town of Newstead Supervisor for over 21 years, one four-year term, and over 17 consecutive years prior to resigning early this year, passed away this week. Cummings also served as Town Councilman for fourteen and a half years during two separate series of terms, one year on the Town Zoning Board of Appeals, and one year on the Town of Newstead Recreation Board. He also served the community as a member of the Newstead Fire Company, Akron Jaycees, Akron Lions Club, Akron Celebration Committee (which he chaired for several years), and the Newstead Republican Committee. His career

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Bicentennial celebration kick-off June 30

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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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Snippets of History from Town Historian, Beverly Summe

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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.

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Erie County Historian speaking at NHS Meeting May 11

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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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