Aurora Approves Plan for New Subdivision
The preliminary plat (general layout and plans) for a subdivision on Jewett Holmwood Road near Quaker Road received the approval of the Aurora Town Board on Monday night. At the July 12 meeting, board members acknowledged concerns from neighbors and other citizens about the safety of the planned development's entrance, as well as its impact on a nearby stream and adjacent properties. However, the board members said that project developer Robert Hill of Jewett Holmwood LLC has taken steps to address those concerns. Firefighters Criticize Comptroller's Report
Erie County Comptroller Mark Poloncarz's report on the costs of fire protection in the county, released in mid-June, was met with vocal criticism from many firefighters from around the area. Last week, firefighters had the opportunity to hear directly from Poloncarz at a meeting in Elma, and to share their own criticism, questions and concerns about the report. Hawk Creek's Renaissance Festival will Feature TV Show Host
Hawk Creek Wildlife Center invites guests to experience "a medieval spectacle that will take you, family, and friends on an enchanted adventure," the Wild Renn Fest on July 17, 18, 24 and 25. Visitors can witness the aerial acrobatics of free-flying birds during the Royal Tournament, explore the center to find the truth about dragons, listen to live music and even watch as armored knights joust, courtesy of Brother in Arms Jousting. Wipperman will Become Undersheriff
Chief Mark Wipperman, formerly of the Erie County Sheriff's Office Professional Standards Division, will be sworn in as Sheriff Timothy B. Howard's undersheriff on Thurs., July 15 at 4 p.m. in Erie County's Surrogate Courtroom (second floor of the old building) at 92 Franklin St. in downtown Buffalo. Wipperman is a resident of the Town of Elma. Police Use New Alert Services
East Aurora Police Chief Ron Krowka has formalized an agreement with the A Child Is Missing alert program, putting in place a high-tech protocol to search locally for missing children, missing elderly residents (often with Alzheimer's), college students and missing persons who may be mentally or physically challenged or disabled. Iroquois Board Holds Several Meetings
The Iroquois School Board met for what it termed a "professional development work session meeting" on Tues., July 13 and Wed., July 14. The board sessions were scheduled to take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at the Buffalo office of the law firm Harris Beach. Official notification of the meetings was received by the East Aurora Advertiser and Elma Review on Monday. No agenda for the event was available as of press time. East Aurora's Sidewalk Sale is Coming Up
The 41st annual East Aurora Street Festival & Sidewalk Sale will take place on Sat., July 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is a traditional part of the village's Reunion Weekend, and is organized by the Greater East Aurora Chamber of Commerce. Elma Teens Charged with Stealing Road Signs
Three Elma teenagers were arrested the night of Sun., July 11 following an investigation by deputies into the theft of a stop sign and several road signs. New Scholarship Honors Late Ormsby Educator
The late Roger Thompson of Holland left his mark on the Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES Ormsby Educational Center in a big way, working tirelessly to enhance the Automotive Technology Program located there and positioning his students for success after graduation. Holland Hopes to Keep Tutoring Program
By reallocating funds from a different budgetary area, the Holland School Board hopes to continue a tutoring program that pays students for helping to teach their peers. Teaching Skills and Sharing Knowledge: Nowicki is New Program Director for RCC
The Roycroft Campus Corporation (RCC) is working to develop new educational, artistic and interpretive activities. Leading that effort is Alan Nowicki, who began work in May as the RCC's program director. Voss Receives Kiwanis International's Highest Award
The Kiwanis Club of East Aurora recently honored longtime Kiwanian and East Aurora resident John Voss. During the past president's luncheon held at The Roycroft Inn, Voss received Kiwanis International's highest honor, the George F. Hixson Award. Winter, Hintz and Fentzke Earn Eagle Rank
Ned Winter, Geoff Hintz and Brian Fentzke became Eagle Scouts, the highest rank awarded to Boys Scouts, at a ceremony on Sat., June 19. Uncovering the History of the Roycrofters: Morton is Leading Archeological Dig at Campus
While many people can find history in books, it takes study and insight to find it underground. This summer, Dr. Ann Morton is hoping to discover clues about the workings of the Roycroft Campus in a spot that might seem unlikely—a parking lot. Ackermann Wants Marilla to Limit Flyer Clutter
Marilla Councilwoman Beth Ackermann is worried by what she perceives as an eyesore along roadways in her rural community: too many flyers hand-posted and stapled onto telephone polls. The postings include what Ackermann terms "clutter," such as notices of upcoming lawn and estate sales, fundraisers by not-for-profit groups, church chicken barbecues and religious services, as well as political signs and sporting event notifications. Walk for Independence Moves to Elma Village Green
The location is new this year, but the Walk for Independence will continue in its mission of raising money to help improve the lives of individuals with disabilities by allowing them greater personal freedom. Ormsby Recognizing Graduating Seniors
During its Senior Recognition Day ceremony on June 10, faculty, staff and administrators of the Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES honored 196 seniors from high schools throughout southern Erie County for completing their studies in Career & Technical Education programs offered at the Ormsby Educational Center in East Aurora. Historic Past, Promising Future: Changes Underway at the Roycroft Campus
A sudden downpour didn't do much to dampen the spirits of those gathered in a parking lot off of South Grove Street in East Aurora on June 18. Neither did the scene at the end of the parking lot – the broken down remnants of a building that burned more than a decade ago. At least some of the people present were looking beyond the rain and rubble to one year in the future, when a newly-finished building will stand at the site. The building will be the Roycroft Power House, the reconstruction of a structure that began to provide electricity and heat to the Roycroft Campus in 1910. Iroquois to Seek New Superintendent After Retreat
Following the late June resignation of the Iroquois Superintendent Neil Rochelle, the School Board will begin the search process for a new school leader in the coming weeks. The board must also decide how the district will act on other positions recently vacated by the resignations of an assistant superintendent and the Middle School principal. Judge Orders Return of Some Seized Horses
New York State Supreme Court Judge Joseph R. Glownia on Tuesday ordered the SPCA Serving Erie County to return 40 of the 73 horses it seized in March from Beth Hoskins of the Town of Aurora. Fifty-three cats and four dogs were also removed from Hoskins' property at the time, though four dogs and two cats have since been returned to her. EA Police Qualify at Area Club
Every year the officers in the East Aurora Police Department have to make sure they understand when and how to use their service weapons. They are able to do this with the help of the East Aurora Fish and Game Club, which provides the free use of its range for the officers. Marilla and Wales Criticize EMW Sports Request
A request from the not-for-profit EMW Sports organization for the towns of Elma, Marilla and Wales to contribute financially toward the construction of a combination press box and storage building continues to stir debate among the two smaller towns in the consortium – Wales and Marilla. Officials of those towns continue to voice concern over using their towns' treasuries to pay for a construction project in another town. Elma Open to Senior Housing Proposal
The Elma Town Board has shown initial interest in allowing senior housing within its borders. A developer approached them at a work session last week, detailing one plan. Parents Question Holland UPK Choices
"Hold your applause, you may want to shoot us before this is done." Those were the words of Holland School Board member Michael Liddle during the heated debate about the school's universal pre-kindergarten (UPK) program. Verbal shots were fired all around as the board and people in the audience argued about how the program should proceed and which facility students should attend – Color Your World Child Care Center or the district's in-house pre-kindergarten. Rink Roof Construction Starts Soon
The Aurora Ice Association has announced plans to move forward with the construction of a pavilion-style roof on the Time Warner Cable Classic Rink. Construction of the roof will begin next week and is expected to be completed in time for the skating season to begin on Oct. 30. Goat Farm Worries in Wales
The Wales Town Board received a complaint at its June 22 workshop from East Creek Road resident Thomas Lagrou, who is worried about a goat farm across the street from his home. Holland Class Creating Hovercraft [Article and Video]
"The goal for today is not to injure anybody," Scott Hunt said at the start of the class. He gave a quick glance towards a student tossing a hammer in the air, who was stopped right away. Travel Information Travel Info Links
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