Official newspaper of the Akron Central School District, Town of Newstead, and Village of Akron
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.
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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 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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The Akron Lioness Organization is sponsoring two Town of Newstead Bicentennial Celebration contests. A facial hair judging and an 1800’s garment judging will take place in the Russell Park Gazebo, Akron, NY at 3 p.m. on July 4th. Participants entering the facial hair contest must come, clean shaven to M.R. Middaugh’s Barber Shop at 71 Main Street, Akron, to obtain a grower’s permit which is available now. Categories are Best Beard, Best Moustache, and Best Sideburns. The 1800’s vintage clothing apparel contest categories are Best Women’s Costume, Best Men’s Costume, and Best Children’s Costume. Prizes will be awarded. Grower’s permit
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Dawn Izydorczak was sworn in as Town of Newstead Supervisor on April 10. She resigned as Town Clerk and was appointed by the Newstead Town Board to fill the remainder of former Supervisor David L. Cummings’ term, who resigned because of health reasons at a previous meeting. Jennifer DiChristina was sworn in as Town Clerk, to fill the unexpired term of Izydorczak.
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The Town of Newstead Recreation Department is hosting the following programs for the Winter-Spring 2023 Season which conclude by the end of February or mid-March, depending on the program.
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