Lancaster Depew Bee

Presumably straight from the North Pole, Kris Kringle’s Fire Company joins the 15th annual Lancaster Christmasville Fire Truck Parade on Saturday evening. See more colorful photos from the parade on...

Longtime Santa laying down his reins

by JAMES SINNER Editor | December 1, 2022

Depew resident Jeffrey Schuler, who has played Santa Claus throughout Western New York for 50 years, will be laying down his reins and putting in for some rest and relaxation...

DHS students step up for snow removal; aim to assist local fire department

by JAMES SINNER Editor | December 1, 2022

During a Western New York winter, snow removal is always a problem, but a new partnership among Depew High School, the Kiwanis Club of Lancaster and the local fire department...

Local News

HO, HO, HO!

December 1, 2022

– Santa Claus makes a big entrance at the Depew Christmas tree lighting ceremony, arriving via helicopter, courtesy of the Erie County Sheriff’s Office. Jeff Schuler, who has been embodying...

LPD prepares for ‘Battle of the Badges’ Chili Cook-off

December 1, 2022

The Lancaster Police Department will be participating in the Battle of the Badges Chili Cook-off taking place from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, at 4220 Bailey Ave., Amherst....

Girl Scout cookie season is on the horizon

December 1, 2022

Cookie fans, get ready to celebrate. Girl Scout Cookie lovers across Western New York will be able to purchase their favorite cookies online starting Dec. 10, just in time for...

News Briefs

December 1, 2022

The National Active and Retired Federal Employees organization is seeking members for local chapter 153. The first five retirees who contact chapter president Lori Gervasi will be able to join...

Sports

Experience, versatility define First Team

— All-Bee Football — Defense —

by DAVE PARISH Sports Reporter | December 1, 2022

Experience and versatility describe this year’s All-Bee Football First Team Defense, which features eight seniors – including Co-Defensive Players of...

All-Bee Football process explained

December 1, 2022

The Bee’s sports staff is once again proud to recognize some of the area’s top talent with the 2022 installment...

Judasz, Theodore share Player of Year honor

— All-Bee Football — Defense —

by DAVE PARISH Sports Reporter | December 1, 2022

To hear their coaches describe each of them, it is not surprising that Lancaster’s Sam Judasz and Sweet Home’s Jordan...

Watson takes over veteran Lancaster boys hoops team

by DAVE PARISH Sports Reporter | December 1, 2022

Anytime a new head coach takes over a veteran team, there are always some questions with players “buying into” and...

Veteran Depew boys hoops squad eyeing deep playoff run

by DAVE PARISH Sports reporter | December 1, 2022

The Depew boy’s basketball team has moved on, following its heartbreaking loss in last season’s Class B-1 semifinals. The Wildcats...

Editorial

Lock your vehicles, keep your valuables elsewhere

December 1, 2022

The best way to deter criminals is to make a crime inconvenient for them. Each week, there are reports in the police blotter about vehicles...

Spindle Items

December 1, 2022

..15 YEARS STRONG – Lancaster’s Christmasville Fire Truck Parade has hit 15 years. A glimmering spectacle enjoyed by thousands throughout its years, this event draws...

Out of the Past

December 1, 2022

100 YEARS AGOThursday, Nov. 30, 1922 SOME FACTS CONCERNING PARKS Our article last week under the caption “More About Park System” has awakened considerable timely...

Bee Heard

December 1, 2022

- As a resident of the Village of Lancaster, I’m disappointed in the mayor, board, and superintendent and assistant superintendent of public works. It seems we couldn’t pick up leaves...