Union workers agree: OSHA cuts ‘ain’t right’



More than 60 Western New Yorkers protested proposed cuts to programs they felt are essential to American workers, as part of Workers Memorial Day April 28. (See editorial on page four) Constituents of U.S. Rep. Chris Collins set up in the parking lot of the congressman’s Lancaster office, 2813 Wehrle Drive, since they said he would not meet with them. […]

Zoning changes in the works for Lancaster Town



The Lancaster Town Board set a public hearing to discuss changes to the zoning code at Monday night’s meeting. (See editorial on page four) The proposed resolution would update a section concerning Commercial and Motor Service District code, limiting the term of special use permits issued and providing a renewal option for permits. “We’re just changing some of the language […]

Reinstein Woods unveils solar-powered charging station



Electric and hybrid car drivers now have a new location to juice up their vehicles, and it’s even got a view. Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve rolled out a solar powered electric charging station last week with a ribbon cutting ceremony and demonstration. State Department of Environmental Conservation officials Abby Snyder, regional director for DEC Region 9, and Meaghan Boice-Green, Reinstein […]

Lancaster grad wins coveted scholarship

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After winning the coveted Barry Goldwater Scholarship, University at Buffalo junior Anne Fortman has 7,500 more reasons to pursue her scientific dreams. According to a recent UB release, the physics major, a graduate of Lancaster High School, was one of only two at the college to receive the award this year, which puts $7,500 toward a student’s tuition in his […]

News Brief



The Lancaster Women’s Civic Club will hold its monthly meeting at noon Wednesday, May 10, at the Lancaster Municipal Building, 5423 Broadway. A speaker will give a presentation on Flying Bison Brewery in Buffalo. The Western New York Iris Society will meet at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 21, in the garden at 3755 Genesee St., Lancaster. David Baehre, master iris […]

Fifth Ride for Bryce aims to raise $30K remaining for second phase of BMX park



With more than $100,000 worth of work left to do in phase two of construction for the Bryce Buchholz Memorial BMX/Skate Park, friends and family of the 14-year-old, killed by a drunken driver in 2012, are busily planning the fifth Ride for Bryce, which will take place this weekend. Running from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 7, in […]

Second Hillview Color Run to help Lancaster student with leukemia



Having raised $11,000 in its first year toward a new playground at Hillview Elementary, the Hillview Color Run is aiming to raise even more money to benefit children this year, especially a William Street School student suffering from leukemia. According to organizer Kristi Perillo-Okeke, half of the proceeds from this year’s run will go to Maleia Lawrence, a fifth-grader at […]

Concert series scheduled



The Village of Depew will be sponsoring its second annual Summer Concert Series in Veteran’s Park on Terrace Boulevard. Concerts are as follows: •7 p.m. Thursday, June 29, Special Delivery •7 p.m. Thursday, July 6, Polka Night with The Buffalo Touch: “America’s Party Polka Band” •7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 13, Lancaster Town Band •7 p.m. Thursday, July 20, Ramblin’ Lou […]

Code revisions favor resident concerns

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Given contentious issues with special permit renewals, such as with PM Peppermint, having stipulations in writing helps residents and town officials keep businesses in compliance and outlines steps that would be taken if future issues arise. Proposed additions to the Town of Lancaster’s Commercial and Motor Service District code include sections on inspection and enforcement of CMS properties, as well […]

Spindle items




• GARAGE SALE — You never know what you’re going to find at a garage sale. If you know what to look for and have the patience to find it, there are items just waiting to be snatched up, sometimes for sentimental value and other times for money or practical use. Either way, it’s an adventure if you like shopping […]