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Camp Invention returns to Amherst
10+ hour, 49+ min ago (278+ words) Camp Invention is designed for children in kindergarten through sixth grade, and will feature creativity, science and inventions. Camp Invention is back in Amherst for another year of creativity, science and inventions. Camp Invention will run from 8 a. m. to 2: 30 p. m. Monday through…...
Coyle-Lenz to run for Erie County Legislature, District 5
10+ hour, 49+ min ago (314+ words) Christina Coyle-Lenz has announced her candidacy for the Erie County Legislature's District 5 seat, currently held by Jeanne Vinal, launching a campaign centered on affordability, public safety, government accountability and quality-of-life issues. District 5 includes much of Amherst and portions of Cheektowaga....
Depew Boys & Girls Club raises over $5, 000 to help local teen fight cancer diagnosis
10+ hour, 49+ min ago (233+ words) Michah Trammell Ali, seated, attends the fundraiser at the Depew-Lancaster Boys & Girls Club on June 26. The club had a dunk tank setup as part of the fun during the fundraiser. Depew-Lancaster Boys & Girls Club Executive Director Jeff Kupka, center, stands…...
Tennyson Court celebrates 25 years
10+ hour, 49+ min ago (734+ words) Residents and staff at Tennyson Court, in Williamsville, recently took a day trip to Old Fort Niagara. Residents George and Mona Maalouf are pictured with their daughter, Nadine Iannarelli, at a Tennyson Court event. Tennyson Court in Williamsville is celebrating…...
WNY Land Conservancy reminds community of poison ivy's native plant status
10+ hour, 49+ min ago (213+ words) Native plant Poison ivy is commonly identified by its clusters of three leaflets and can grow as a vine, shrub or groundcover across forests, fields and woodland edges throughout the region. Poison ivy, a plant many hikers try to avoid,…...
Clarence softball's Banaszak retires after three-decade career
10+ hour, 49+ min ago (983+ words) Clarence softball coach Todd Banaszak discusses strategy with players during a road game at Grand Island on April 28. Banaszak is retiring after a 36-year career, including 34 as head varsity coach. Clarence's Todd Banaszak, named 2023 All-Bee Softball Coach of The Year,…...
Jacobia receives Angela Y. Coniglio Memorial Scholarship
10+ hour, 49+ min ago (77+ words) Bee Group Newspapers The 30th annual presentation of Amherst Central High School's Angela Y. Coniglio Memorial Scholarship was awarded to senior Samantha Jacobia on June 4. In the 30 years of the scholarship, Amherst women have received a total of more than $33, 000. According to…...
East's Greenway named All-Bee Boys Lacrosse Coach of the Year
10+ hour, 49+ min ago (513+ words) Ed Greenway, the 2026 All-Bee Boys Lacrosse Coach of the Year, guided Williamsville East to a 14-4 record and an appearance in the Section VI Class C final. Greenway's 362 career wins rank him third all-time in Section VI. Ed Greenway is a pioneer…...
Bologna: Reflecting on session and looking ahead
10+ hour, 49+ min ago (527+ words) As the New York State Legislature concludes another session, I find myself reflecting on what can only be described as a whirlwind final few weeks in Albany. As is often the case, the closing days of session brought long hours,…...
Assemblyman Chludzinski inducted into JFK High School Alumni Wall of Fame
10+ hour, 49+ min ago (321+ words) Bee Group Newspapers Assemblyman Patrick Chludzinski speaks during Lancaster's Memorial Day ceremony earlier this year. Assemblyman Patrick Chludzinski was inducted into the John F. Kennedy High School Alumni Wall of Fame this past week. Chludzinski, who was born and raised in…...