February 2, 2012 RSS feed / Front Page

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Winterfest success with snow’s arrival

by NAOMI SPENCER
Editor
Despite the dubious weather conditions in the days leading to Winterfest in Chestnut Ridge Park, the snow came just in time, blanketing the area in white. “The conditions were perfect,” said Ed Leak, Recreation Department director. More...

Local News

OP senior again named Student of the Month

SOMEONE YOU SHOULD KNOW
by NAOMI SPENCER

For Lukas Cetkovic, a senior at Orchard Park High School, working as a police officer isn’t just a job. It’s something he’s wanted to do all his life. More...

On the campus

Michael Dansa, David Culligan, Emma Arcara, Kailey Laipple, Michael Dlugosz, Laura Clesse, Catherine Dell, John Sullivan, Kelsey Brokenshire, Lauren Kryszak, Charlee Smith and Charles Kukoleca, all of Orchard Park, were named to the dean’s list More...

Assembly candidate Fahey receives support from three parties

The Erie County Democratic, Conservative and Working Families parties have nominated Chris Fahey for the seat in the state Assembly’s 145th District. More...

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Obituaries

Death Notice

WILLIAMS, Charles E., of Orchard Park, died Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012. Mr. Williams is survived by his wife, Marguerite I. (nee Lebo); one son, Richard; one daughter, Karen Biondo; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. More...

Bee policy on obituaries

The Bee publishes death notices and obituaries free of charge. Submissions may be made by the funeral director or by family members. More...

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Lifestyles

Lessons in linguistics and a whole lot of fun

OP Rec offers new Chinese language and culture course
by JULIE HALM Reporter

Every culture is multifaceted, comprising language, traditions, cuisine and more. And the benefits from learning about another culture can be equally diverse — for children as well as adults. More...

Library News

Story Time programs Me Time Lapsit: 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 3. For children aged 6 months to 2 years. Toddler Time: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 6. For children aged 2. More...

Cross-Graves

Linda Cross of Orchard Park announces the engagement of her daughter, Kathryn Cross, to Mitchell Graves, son of Karen Graves of Princeton, Mass., and Harold Graves of Syracuse. Miss Cross is also the daughter of the late Daniel Cross. More...

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Business

Chamber announces return of China trip

Nine-day excursion starts Oct. 22 and ends Oct. 30

The Orchard Park Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with the Western New York Chamber Alliance, is once again offering a trip to China departing in October 2012, Very similar to the China trip last fall, this nine-day trip begins Oct. More...

Restaurant group gives award

The Friendly Independent Restaurants of the Southtowns recently awarded the annual prize of a $1,000 travel voucher to Georgana Frame. Each January, the F.I.R.S.T. More...

Business set for expansion

Buffalo Exterminating, based at 3636 N. Buffalo Road in Orchard Park, will be expanding with the opening of a new service center on Niagara Falls Boulevard in Wheatfield. More...

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‘Waterfront district’ may include OP

by NAOMI SPENCER Editor

Proposed redistricting maps have been released that would change the district boundaries for state legislative representatives. (See editorial on page four) More...

‘Music and the Arts’ brings top musicians to church

by NAOMI SPENCER Editor

Switzerland, Russia, Austria and Germany are just a few of the countries musicians have traveled from to play in Orchard Park. More...

Editorial

State redistricting raises familiar concerns

Bee Editorial

Erie County recently wrapped up its redistricting process, but not before allegations of gerrymandering were cast by both parties, lawsuits were filed and the responsibility for the final decision fell to a federal judge. More...

Spindle items

NAOMI SPENCER
Orchard Park Editor

FAVORITE THINGS — Food brings people together. It’s one of the reasons I enjoy cooking so much. More...

Out of the Past

Early utility poles

Owned by the Depew and Lancaster Light, Power and Conduit Company, this truck and trailer delivered the original electric utility poles to Orchard Park for installation in the early 1900s. More...

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Police Blotter

Man caught trying to steal underwear

Monday, Jan. 23 A manager at the Armor Heights Apartments reported that someone struck a light pole with a car, causing an estimated $1,500 in damage. Tuesday, Jan. 24 More...

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Sports

Grapplers finding their groove before postseason

Wrestling
by MIKE MIGLIORE Reporter

All the hard work is starting to pay off for the Orchard Park wrestling team. It’s been a struggle at times for a team that has been rebuilding with a young roster and has suffered a multitude of injuries throughout the season. More...

Small roster ready to represent OP at sectionals

Indoor Track
by MIKE MIGLIORE Reporter

Just three meets remain on the regular season schedule for the Orchard Park indoor track team. More...

Quakers ready to impress in swim championships

Boys Swimming
by MIKE MIGLIORE Reporter

The Orchard Park Quakers were rolling through the 2011-12 regular season before suffering a rare defeat on Jan. 17 at Williamsville North. More...

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What's Going On

What's Going On

Winter Guard presents ‘Winterscape’ program More...

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Entertainment

Special Events

thurs. 2. Sweet Charity — Indulge in desserts, hors d’oeuvres and coffee from WNY’s bestrestaurants as well as champagne, beer and wine tastings at the Food Bank of WNYfundraiser in honor of community leaderAnn McCarthy. More...

Father/Child Spaghetti Dinner

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Giggles the Clown will greet the children when doors open at 5:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 6 p.m. Mike Randall, ventriloquist, magician & puppeteer will perform a family fun-filled show 6:45-7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. More...

Family Activities

thurs. 2. After-School Escape — Children, gradesK-5, are invited to enjoy a one-hour program forkids featuring a different, fun, outdoor activity eachweek, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. More...

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