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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

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.

Governor in Newstead for ribbon cutting

July 11, 2022September 9, 2022 0 min read

Governor Kathy Hochul and Town of Newstead Supervisor David L. Cummings were among state and local officials who celebrated the commissioning of Western New York’s newest large-scale electric transmission line, Empire State Line on Monday morning. Governor Hochul spoke on the importance of clean energy. The new 20-mile 345 kilovolt line runs through the Town of Newstead and connects the new Dysinger switchyard in Royalton, NY with the new East Stolle switchyard in Elma, NY. In addition to providing access to existing renewable resources, the new transmission line advances New York’s clean energy goals by supporting the integration of future

Many gather in Village of Akron for Fourth of July Celebration

July 7, 2022July 15, 2022 4 min read

Many gathered in the Village of Akron over the holiday weekend to enjoy the Fourth of July entertainment, activities, and parade organized by the 2022 Akron Celebration Committee 2022.

Fireworks light up the sky as Akron continues Celebration

July 4, 2022July 11, 2022 2 min read

The Akron Celebration Committee 2022 Fourth of July Celebration lit up the skies Sunday night as hundreds gathered to enjoy the fireworks. A full schedule of events is planned as the Celebration continues on the Fourth.

Parade themes announced for Akron’s Fourth of July Celebration

June 2, 2022June 17, 2022 0 min read

Akron Celebration Committee has announced parade themes for the 2022 Akron Fourth of July Celebration.

Memorial Day observances honoring Akron-Newstead veterans announced

May 19, 2022May 31, 2022 1 min read

The longstanding tradition of honoring the sacrifices made by generations of veterans will take place Memorial Day weekend throughout the Town of Newstead and Village of Akron.

Plans for Newstead Bicentennial continue to expand

April 28, 2022May 16, 2022 3 min read

Additional fundraising and programing ideas surfaced as the Town of Newstead Bi-Centennial Committee continued to develop plans for a celebration of Newstead’s milestone anniversary in 2023 during their meeting this month.

Town of Newstead bicentennial committee surveying community for their input on preliminary plans

February 23, 2022April 29, 2022 2 min read

The Town of Newstead bicentennial committee continues to work on plans for the Bicentennial Celebration in 2023.

COVID-19 test kits available for Village of Akron and Town of Newstead residents

February 15, 2022February 23, 2022 0 min read

Town of Newstead and Village of Akron Emergency Manager Daniel Kowalik has announced that Local Emergency Managers will be distributing Rapid COVID 19 Test Kits to Village of Akron and Town of Newstead pick-up sites for residents while supplies last. This is will be a walk-in distribution and NOT a drive through one.