Official newspaper of the Akron Central School District, Town of Newstead, and Village of Akron
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.
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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.
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The Akron Celebration Committee 2022 Fourth of July Celebration begins with a Patriotic Concert presented by the Akron Community Band in Russell Park beginning at 8:00 p.m. on July 1.
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With caution tape still in place and the Village of Akron putting the finishing touches on the new splash pad in Russell Park, a group of children checked out the new feature as a way to cool off as the heat rose on Thursday.
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Akron Celebration Committee has announced parade themes for the 2022 Akron Fourth of July Celebration.
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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.
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There were no public questions or comments relative to the proposed Village of Akron 2022-2023 spending plan during a public hearing on that budget Monday night.
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Akron Village Board members adopted a resolution on Monday night expressing solidarity with the country and people of Ukraine and imploring the leaders of the United States to take greater steps to assist Ukraine in defending its nation.
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The Akron Celebration Committee is looking for organizations and individuals to participate in our “Home Town” festivities in Russell Park on July 4th.
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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.
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