VETERAN OF THE MONTH
March 29, 2023
– Michael Albanese, left, was recognized as the veteran of the month by Mayor John White. Initially serving with the U.S. Army Reserve National Guard, Albanese then moved on to...
Town approves contract for homeless service
by CHITRA SELVARAJ Editor | March 29, 2023
The Town of Tonawanda Board approved a $96,000.55 agreement with the YWCA of the Niagara Frontier, effective March 1, to provide services to the homeless. James Hartz, director of community...
Ken-Ton Schools go over accountability program
by ELIJAH ROBINSON Reporter | March 29, 2023
At the Ken-Ton schools Board of Education meeting on March 14, Ken-Ton Superintendent Sabatino Cimato led a presentation on the state’s Accountability Restart program for the district. It includes accountability...
City celebrates its 120th birthday
by CHITRA SELVARAJ Editor | March 29, 2023
The City of Tonawanda celebrated its 120th birthday on Thursday, March 23. Mayor John White, along with department heads, cut a birthday cake in honor of the date when the...
NTBGO moves forward with garden restoration
by ELIJAH ROBINSON Reporter | March 29, 2023
The North Tonawanda Common Council approved a resolution authorizing the North Tonawanda Botanical Garden Organization to apply for a $95,000 grant for the development of a green infrastructure plan at...
Troop 286 members earn Eagle status
March 29, 2023
Three members of Boy Scout Troop 286 of Tonawanda have earned the rank of Eagle Scout. John Abramo, Bryce Chatham and Alex Simmons were all able to demonstrate the perseverance...
Ken-Ton student’s clothing to showcase in BOCES FUSION Fashion Show
March 29, 2023
The works of students in the Erie 1 BOCES Fashion Design Technology program will hit the runway during the 2023 FUSION Fashion Show: Lust for Life. Among the student designers...
Annual fundraiser for Ken- Ton Closet set for April 15
By Dr. Jill O’Malley | March 29, 2023
When we have visitors, they often comment on how clean and organized the Closet is. I can’t tell you the number of times people have asked how we have found...
News Briefs
March 29, 2023
Servicemembers and veterans might be eligible for a full refund on Lifetime Jewelry and Watch Protection Plans from Harris Jewelry due to a settlement over deceptive marketing tactics. Visit www.harrisjewelry.com/...
News Briefs
March 29, 2023
The City of North Tonawanda is hiring a senior account clerk for the Parks and Recreation Department. This vacancy is pending a retirement. This is a civil service position, which...
South’s Trzybinski tabbed area’s top coach
All-Bee Boys Basketballby PATRICK NAGY Sports reporter | March 29, 2023
Williamsville South’s Mike Trzybinski said he was extremely flattered and taken aback when he found out he was named the...
All-Bee Hoops Team’s selection process explained
March 29, 2023
The Bee’s sports staff is once again proud to recognize some of the area’s top talent with the 2022-23 installment...
Publish scores in The Bee
March 29, 2023
Anyone wishing to have their team’s sports results published in The Bee, whether it is a house, travel, town, recreational...
Veteran St. Joe’s laxers looking toward state title run in 2023
by DAVE PARISH Sports reporter | March 29, 2023
Every year, St. Joe’s boy’s lacrosse head coach Peter Hudecki has one goal for his team: Winning the state championship....
Thunder eye return to playoffs
by DAVE PARISH Sports reporter | March 29, 2023
St. Mount Mary’s girl’s lacrosse team is looking to return to the playoffs after a one-year hiatus. The team has...
2023 BOYS All-Bee Team
March 29, 2023
MVP Nick Moore - Amherst Tigers Nick Moore has been a part of Amherst boys basketball since he was a...
New York state should deliver newspapers a front-page rescue
March 29, 2023
Albany lawmakers have the chance this month to do something their colleagues in Washington, D.C., couldn’t: Give a major shot in the arm to local...
Spindle Items
CHITRA SELVARAJ
KEN-TON EDITOR | March 29, 2023
..FUN PUN – About five years ago, a London firefighter, Antonia Nicol, started a Twitter thread on what things would be named if the person...
Out of the Past
March 29, 2023
25 Years AgoMarch 25, 1998 The Kenilworth Volunteer Fire Company has plans to build a new fire hall at its existing site on Hawthorne Avenue,...
Federal investments are cutting costs for WNY families
Brian Higgins
26th DISTRICT
U.S. CONGRESS | March 29, 2023
The rising costs of everyday necessities such as health care, energy, and internet access have put a strain on many Western New York families. In...
Mental health just as important as physical health
Lisa Chimera
DEPUTY ERIE COUNTY EXECUTIVE | March 29, 2023
Nationwide, there is strong momentum to remove the stigma surrounding mental health. Now, more services than ever are available to assist those who are struggling....
BUFFALO FISH FRY:
by Stephanie Zawadzki, Reporter
DESIGNED BY DENNISE LITTLE | March 29, 2023
What’s the deal with fish fries in Buffalo? The fish fry did not originate in Buffalo, yet if you didn’t...
Senior News
March 29, 2023
The following activities are scheduled at the City of Tonawanda Senior Center, 35 Main St. in Tonawanda. Their hours are...
Public Library Calendar of Activities
March 29, 2023
Call the library for more information or to register for any of these events. Kenilworth Branch 318 Montrose Ave. 716-834-7657...
Unbillievable! The Movie
WRITTEN BY JOHNATHAN CIOLEK, REPORTER
DESIGNED BY DENNISE LITTLE | March 22, 2023
For countless years, Buffalo Bills fans have struggled with watching their team fall short of a Super Bowl run. One...
Shambaugh named vice president of insurance for AAA
March 29, 2023
AAA Western and Central New York has hired Sandra Shambaugh as new vice president of insurance. Shambaugh has led several...
New lawn and garden bag made with recycled plastic to be launched
March 29, 2023
Tend, a NOCO company headquartered in Tonawanda, is launching their 1-cubic-foot bags of Brian’s Best STA Approved Compost for the...
Tonawanda resident appointed executive director of Delta Development
March 29, 2023
The Delta Development of WNY Board of Directors appointed Tonawanda resident James Lonergan to the position of executive director. Lonergan...
Elibol joins KVIS board of directors
March 22, 2023
The Kenmore Village Improvement Society is delighted to announce that Eileen Koteras Elibol has joined its board of directors. Elibol...
What’s Going On
March 29, 2023
Canal cleanup North Tonawanda is celebrating Earth Day with a community shoreline cleanup day. The city is encouraging community residents...
