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Akron parents keep girl's memory alive
It is a parent's worst nightmare. One moment your child is full of life playing a sport she loves; the next, she is lifeless on the soccer field.
New law curbs residency of sex offenders
The Akron Village Board on Monday adopted a local law that restricts where registered sex offenders can reside in the village.
In Jest enjoyed by Akron audience
In Jest entertained an appreciative audience in Russell Park, Akron, New York on Thursday afternoon as the Akron Fourth of July Celebration continues.
Find the nearest fireworks display or Independence Day celebration
Everyone wants to see a spectacular Fourth of July fireworks show without traversing across Western New York.
Man accused of stealing, selling cattle
DARIEN - An Erie County man has been charged in connection with the theft of 150 cattle from a farm where he used to work.
City of Lockport: Local ballet company students win spots in prestigious training programs
Akron Student Collapses, Dies at Soccer Practice
Erie County Sheriff Timothy Howard Tuesday said his office is investigating the death of an Akron girl, who collapsed while playing soccer in the Akron Falls Park.
Teen Dies While Playing Soccer
A 14-year-old girl collapsed and died while playing soccer. The incident happened just after 7:30 last night at a soccer field on Skyline Drive in Akron.
Teen Dies While Playing Soccer
A 14-year-old girl collapsed and died while playing soccer. The incident happened just after 7:30 last night at a soccer field on Skyline Drive in Akron.
Last Friday we published a list of upcoming garden tours happening this summer throughout Western New York.
Plans for complex to be displayed
Newstead town officials intend to have the site development plan for the Akron/Newstead shared public works complex on display soon at Village Hall and Town Hall and Newstead Public Library.
New security restrictions at border
A road trip to Canada got a little more complicated, starting Monday. You'll need a passport, enhanced license or NEXUS card to make the trip back home.
For Memorial Day, Buffalo police honor Vietnam vets
Those who served both their country and their community - first in Vietnam, later on the streets of Buffalo - finally received some recognition today with the unveiling of a plaque listing 66 Buffalo police officers who also served in Vietnam.
Contract set to rebuild Parkview Drive bridge
The rumblings of a long-awaited bridge reconstruction project should be heard in coming weeks.
Parades, observances, services to mark Memorial Day
From the first observance in Waterloo, N. Y., in 1866 honoring local veterans who fought in the Civil War, communities have honored their sons and daughters who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
Reporters' Notebook / Bits and pieces of news...
Crank up the Cessna and wing on out to Akron Airport, off John Street behind Akron Central High School, between 7 a. m. and noon on Memorial Day, Monday, to join the Western New York Group of the Civil Air Patrol at its annual Pancake Breakfast.
Hourlong programs set at historic octagon house
Three hourlong programs will be offered next Thursday at the Rich-Twinn Octagon House in Akron that will include displays on other octagon buildings in the nation.
A preview of school elections in Erie County
Voters go to the polls Tuesday to decide the fate of school budgets and propositions and to elect members to their district's school boards This is not what school boards and administrators thought May 19 would feel like this year.
Panel to seek new senior center director
A five-member committee will seek a successor to Theo Abraham, who will retire June 30 as director for the Akron/Newstead Senior Citizens Center.
SCHOOLS: DeSales runs Race for Fitness
DeSales Catholic School just finished a marathon. The school held its first "Race for Fitness" Saturday.
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