Village of Akron Archives - Page 6 of 20

Erie County Historian speaking at NHS Meeting May 11

May 11, 2023May 11, 2023 1 min read

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

‘Newstead 200 Years’ opens at Knight-Sutton will open their newest exhibit, “Newstead 200 Years”

May 4, 2023May 5, 2023 1 min read

The 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.

‘Newstead 200 Years’ opens at Knight-Sutton Museum

May 4, 2023May 11, 2023 1 min read

Village officials take oath of office

April 3, 2023June 23, 2023 0 min read

Newly elected Village of Akron Mayor Brian T. Perry and Trustee Darin S. Schultz, as well as reelected Trustee Michael R. Middaugh took their oath of office on April 3.

February 27 Village Board meeting cancelled

February 27, 2023April 12, 2023 0 min read

The Akron Village Board meeting scheduled for tonight, Monday, February 27 is cancelled due to lack of a quorum. Business on tonight’s agenda will be handled during their regular meeting scheduled on Monday, March 6 at 7 p.m.

IRS announces tax relief for victims of severe winter storm in New York

December 29, 2022December 29, 2022 5 min read

NY-2022-09 WASHINGTON — Victims of severe winter storm beginning Dec. 23, 2022, now have until April 18, 2023, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced today.

Travel advisory lifted in Village of Akron

December 29, 2022February 27, 2023 0 min read

Village of Akron Mayor Carl Patterson has lifted the Travel Advisory in the Village of Akron effective 10:22 a.m. Thursday, December 29.

Village Hall closed Thursday

December 29, 2022December 30, 2022 0 min read

The Akron Village Hall will be closed today, December 29 due to a power outage. The Village electric crew is working on restoring power to the Village Hall and Yogi’s, no one else is impacted by the problem.

New Year’s Eve celebration planned in Russell Park

December 27, 2022January 3, 2023 0 min read

The Akron Celebration Committee is hosting New Year’s Eve in Russell Park again this year. The “Family Friendly” festivities begin at 11:30 p.m. with music, hot cocoa and more. There will be a ball drop at midnight to welcome in 2023, followed by an incredible fireworks display. This is an alcohol-free gathering and glass bottles are prohibited.

‘Stay off the roads’ is the message for Newstead and Akron residents Travel ban remains in effect

December 25, 2022December 27, 2022 0 min read

Town of Newstead and Village of Akron residents are being asked to stay off of the roads. Emergency Manager Dan Kowalik reports that the travel ban continues and those ignoring it are putting themselves and others at risk. Kowalik said non-essential vehicles continue to venture out, getting stuck, blocking roadways. “This delays our ability to clear the roads and get power crews to those still without electricity,” Kowalik said. “We are already into the middle of the week before we can get everything open and each stuck vehicle increases that timeline.” Loaders are working to open up the roads so