Wales Man Found - Update
UPDATE - July 22: Sheriff's office reports that Matthew Watson, reported missing on July 19, was found dead near his residence Wednesday. No foul play is suspected and the investigation is being completed. East Aurora to Host Race for Empire State Games
The Empire State Games begin in Buffalo this week, and East Aurora will see a piece of the action. On Sat., July 24, the village will host a criterium, a multi-lap cycling race held on a small road course. Government Incentives Help Spur Growth at Steuben Foods
Growth is coming for Steuben Foods, Inc., along with tax breaks and other incentives to encourage the company to keep that growth in the Town of Elma. Steuben Foods, which has a manufacturing site located off of Maple Road, has plans to invest $50 million towards expanding the facility and bringing in new packaging technology, said Thomas Krol, general counsel for the company. Puleo Pleads Not Guilty to Harassment Charge
Elma Councilman Dean Puleo appeared in West Seneca Town Court on Fri., July 16 to face charges of second-degree harassment brought against him by an ex-girlfriend, Kristin Puleo (no relation). She has alleged that several physical altercations took place at his home on Main Street in Elma in early June. The case was transferred out of Elma Town Court due to the potential conflict of interest there. Archeological Open House on Roycroft Campus Saturday
The Roycroft Campus is inviting the public to be a part of uncovering the history of the Roycrofters and the Campus by hosting its first ever "Archaeological Open House" on Sat., July 24, from noon to 4 p.m. Blue Lantern Continues Efforts for Heart Association
In April, the Blue Lantern in Elma hosted a "Little Black Dress Party," joining forces with other local businesses to raise money for the American Heart Association. The association and its work has special meaning for Blue Lantern owners Tom and Donna Pease; their granddaughter Layla was born with a heart condition known as coarctation of the aorta. Skilled heart physicians in Las Vegas saved Layla's life when she was only four days old. Layla's family then returned to Western New York, where physicians at Strong Memorial Hospital and a team of Buffalo cardiologists and surgeons performed a final fix to her aorta. Dudek Assists in Revitalization Efforts in North Carolina
An Elma native is helping the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in its effort to revitalize the economies of small communities across the state through its internship program, the Carolina Economic Revitalization Corps. Matthew Dudek, a third-year dual-degree graduate student in the department of city and regional planning and the public administration program at the university's School of Government, is working for 10 weeks with the Cape Fear Council of Governments. Dudek will provide research and grant-writing support for the commission as well as offer assistance for community and economic development projects. Marilla Sets Hearing on New Dog Rules
In anticipation of towns taking over dog licensing duties from the state, the Marilla Town Board plans to adopt new regulations to incorporate the changes. The board will hold a public hearing on August 12 for the residents to discuss the new dog law, which will revise the current law by establishing fines and fees along with some other rules for dog owners. Officials Mark Two-Year Anniversary of Elma Mobile Auto Bureau
Erie County Clerk Kathy Hochul joined Elma Town Supervisor Mike Nolan at Elma Town Hall last week to recognize the second year of auto bureau services delivered directly to customers in the Elma, Marilla, Aurora and Wales communities. The auto bureau's mobile office at the Town Hall is open Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local Author's Book Highlights Wright's Work in WNY
Continuing in the vein of her previous guidebooks that cover architectural destinations in Western New York, Jan Booth Sheridan's newest release puts a focus on the buildings located throughout the region that were designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. The Elma resident said Buffalo and surrounding land is home to the "most diverse and largest collection of Wright" designs and felt it would be good to give a broad overview of what is available. Holland UPK Issue Isn't Settled
Another argumentative discussion regarding pre-kindergarten took place at the Holland School Board on Monday, yet the topic is still unresolved, as are the district's contract negotiations with Color Your World Child Care. For Ochterski, Graves Do Matter
One stagnantly hot summer morning, a bearded man parked his motorcycle near a cemetery fence, and began systematically walking through the graveyard. He explained that a friend he had served with in Vietnam was buried in the Griffins Mills cemetery, but he wasn't sure where to find his grave. "I drove here 80 miles on my bike," he said, waiving off an offer to find the cemetery's directory. "I'll find him." Brunson will Again Lead School Board
Members of the East Aurora School Board re-elected Daniel Brunson as board president during the annual reorganizational meeting held on Tues., July 6. The board also voted for Vice President Kathyann Lorka to retain her post. Lorka and board member Eric Sweet, both of whom won re-election to the board in May, took their oaths of office for their new terms. Pet Connection Announces July Fundraising Events
Pet Connection Programs, Inc., a special care shelter for dogs and cats located in Marilla, will be participating in several fundraising events during the month of July. Police Agencies will Check Kids' Car Seats
Erie County Legislator Dino Fudoli has partnered with the Erie County Sheriff's Department and the New York State Troopers to hold a free car seat safety check. The check is open to all area residents from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sat., July 17, at the Elma Town Hall, 1600 Bowen Road, Elma, NY 14059. The car seat checks will take place in the parking lot. Village and Town OK Police Agreement
Member of the Aurora Town Board voted unanimously Monday night to approve an amended contract with the Village of East Aurora for police services. The Village Board approved a slightly different version of the deal in June, and the two municipalities have made a few tweaks since then. Local War Veteran's Grave Marked with Military Headstone: Milton Snow Died in Service in Vietnam in 1967
After PFC Milton Snow, Jr. of East Aurora was killed in action in South Vietnam while serving in the U.S. Army in 1967, he was buried at Maple Rest Cemetery on Porterville Road in a military funeral. 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. 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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