Official newspaper of the Akron Central School District, Town of Newstead, and Village of Akron
The Akron Police Department is trying to identify the person circled in this photo in connection with a larceny. If you have information please call the Akron Village Hall and leave a message for patrol or let someone in the Village Clerk’s office know. Your assistance is appreciated.
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Village of Akron crews are working to clean up and decorate the Main Street business district this Tuesday morning (November 22). Snow removal is opening up sidewalk access so area residents can easily access local businesses, already in the holiday spirit. The crews are also hanging the lights and garland that add a festive touch.
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The Village of Akron and Town of Newstead State of Emergency and travel ban put in place Thursday night has been lifted for now. The Akron Village Hall, Newstead Town Hall, and Senior Center are closed today, Friday, November 18. More information will be shared as available and all are encouraged to watch weather conditions. file photo by Ken Kasperek
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The Good for the Neighborhood event scheduled for tonight, Thursday, November 17 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. the Center is cancelled. No rescheduled date is available at this time. University Express Program rescheduled The University Express program planned for Friday, November 18 – 1:00 p.m. – Presidents in Buffalo: Unusual and Unknown Stories; is cancelled. It is rescheduled for Wednesday, December 7th.
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The Akron Police Department has issued a reminder that winter parking restrictions are currently in effect. From November 1 to April 1 there is no overnight parking on village streets. Vehicles will be ticketed and/or towed. The regulation allows for safe and timely snow removal by highway crews and everyone’s cooperation is appreciated.
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The West Shore Farmers Market is watching the weather, and planning to continue into October on a week to week basis. The market, which began in 2021 at the corner of Cedar & Eckerson. is now located in Russell Park from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Sundays. Vendors offer produce, baked goods, home decor, clothing and a variety of hand-crafted items.
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Hometown Heroes banners were dedicated on Friday, September 16 with sponsoring families received a plaque with an image of their poster. Akron Chamber of Commerce and Village of Akron officials were present.
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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
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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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