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This Week...Around Town - 2019
By Jodi Robinson |
December 26, 2019
Happy birthday today to Allison Hill & Thomas Dunmire. Happy birthday on Friday, December 27th to Abigail Dallassandro & David Phillips and on Saturday, December 28th to Robin Laible, Maggie Gushue & James Soto. Happy birthday on Sunday, December 29th to Judy Tafelski. Happy birthday on Monday, December 30th to Paul Facklam III. Happy birthday on Tuesday, December 31st to Candice Mye, Kathy Lazenby, Alan Geldin & Carol Sterzelbach and on New Year's day to Donna Turner, Carmela (Millie) Attrino, Linda Rader, Nina Leskiw, Nancy Weis & Elaine Clark.
Happy New Year Grand Island fans....I hope all of us has a healthy and peacefull 2020.
The Town of Grand Island announces that the Inauguration of the newly elected officials will take place on Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at 12:00p.m. (noon) at the Grand Island Community Center, 3278 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island. You are invited!
A retirement party for The Honorable Sybil E. Kennedy and Chief Court Clerk Maria C. Burns will be held on Friday, January 17, 2020. You are invited! See flyer for details. RSVP by Saturday, January 4th.
The new owners of the former McMahon's Family Restaurant are looking for photos and memorabilia from its inception in the 50's and the early 60's. If you have anything contact me at jodi@giecom.net and I will pass along your info.
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December 19, 2019
Happy birthday today to Pat Coughlin, Lucy D'Alessandro, Sandy Harvey, Sue Braun, Stan Hill, Louie D’Orazio, William O’Connor, Margaret Lawrence, James Purpora & Dale Henniger. Happy birthday on Friday, December 20th to Kathy Hogrewe Lowes, Bud Smith, Gloria Brown, Allyson Wolgast, Christopher Priest, John Duchnik, Nicholas Carey, Joan Dekany, George Jakab & Brian Mongielo and on Saturday, December 21st to Allene Jansen, Christopher Golda, Mike Metzger, Annette Smith & Robert McDonald and on Sunday, December 22nd to Kim Aceti,. Happy birthday on Monday, December 23rd to Karen Lloyd, Andrea Moreau, Renee Fraser Gugino & Mary Ann Nash. Happy birthday on Tuesday, December 24th to Melissa Marlin, Carolyn Furman & Betsy Oshirak and on Christmas day to Jeff Warning, Bud Yensan, Karen Carr Keefe, Chris Eberhard, Grant Hennigar, Marissa Catanzaro, Cayleigh Fitzsimmons & Ann Dlugokinski,.
Congratulations to my daughter Zoe Dodd and her fiance Chris Gilbert, on their recent engagement. A 2021 wedding is planned.
Now is your chance...if you have always wanted to live on the river, the time is now. Riverfront, smaller home, 2 bedrooms, boat dock, stove, refrigerator. No pets. $950 + utilities. Call 716-773-9498.
Spectrum News has a story about the BOOM that has been heard by many Island residents over the past six months. At first it was just heard at the south end of the Island, but now seems to be making itself heard at the north end too. Many report that it rattles their residence. See story.
The "Zoey Alert GI Lost & Found Pet" page will no longer be in operation. They are directing anyone who has lost or found a pet to go to the Facebook group "Grand Island Lost and Found Pets" (GILF).
Save the Date: The Grand Island Alumni Association annual Comedy Show will be at Ellden's at River Oaks on Saturday, February 29th. The ever popular wine raffle will be coming back and tickets will be available in the new year.
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah everyone!
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December 12, 2019
Happy birthday today to Dan Sexton, Stephen Stouter, Reba Conway, Ron Livingston & Steve Grunzweig and on Friday, December 13th to Charlie McDonough, Kori Loder , Denise (Stack) Dewey, Daniel Donovan, Emma Santorio, Sandy Burns, Sandy Sugg & Lorrie York. Happy birthday on Saturday, December 14th to Annette Panepinto Grandinetti, Mike Boerschig, Gary Sankes, Claire O'Connor, Nancy Koch, Sue Whitbeck, Amy Fisher, Mary Savoy & Jeff Boreali and on Sunday, December 15th to Anthony Grillo, Mike Ludwig & Garry Deutschlander. Happy birthday on Monday, December 16th to Nancy Hayes, Betty Lantz, Lee Zeplowitz & Tom Lak. Happy birthday on Tuesday, December 17th to Arvilla Kendzierski, Cassidy Louise Kendrick, Jeffrey Crane & Wilhelmina Perdaems and on Wednesday, December 18th to Jaylee Maddalena, Jan Brighton, Art DiMartile, Dan Epstein, Jan Zaborowski, Barbara Graff & Deborah Brennan.
An original musical, "Joseph and Mary" will be performed at Kaegebein School auditorium on Friday, December 13th (8pm), Saturday, 14th (8pm) and Sunday, 15th (2:30pm). The play is a holiday fundraising event for St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church Charitable Ministries and the Grand Island Community Food Bank. Tickets available at the door. See flyer.
Congratulations to GIHS All-State girls soccer team, Ella Rudney, M, Freshman named to Class A third team and Lydia Sweeney, G, Sr. named to Class A fifth team.
The Buffalo News High School Power 10 for Fall Sports 2019 named the Grand Island boys volleyball team as #1. They mentioned the team beating all 23 opponents it faced on its match schedule and winning tournament titles at Clarence, Orchard Park and Grand Island.
Dr. Brian Graham would like to congratulate Brian Albert, Chris Simpson, Michele Smock, Michael Lauria, Christina Boody and student Stephen Palmeri who took the Lake Erie plunge challenge in order to raise funds for Special Olympics. Their efforts raised approximately $2,200.
It's your chance to be in a Hollywood movie. Famous Director Guillermo del Toro is looking for extras in a movie "Nightmare Alley." They will be filming at the end of February here in Buffalo. Check out the online application for all the details.
Give the gift of music for something different at Christmas this year. Ray Braselton offers lessons for all ages and levels. Guitar, Piano, Snare Drums & Set Drums, Vocal, Ukulele, Dulcimer, Dobro, Band Instruments: Clarinet, Flute, Sax, Trumpet, Trombone and more! Website.
This Tuesday, December 17th may be the last chance to talk to EZ Pass at the Welcome Center, 3-6pm.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday December 9, 2019. See video.
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December 5, 2019
Happy birthday today to Darcey Golde, Carolyn Kreutz & Luke Gworek and on Friday, December 6th to James Heberlein. Happy birthday on Saturday, December 7th to Joan Staub, Julia Capage & Maxine Eldridge and on Sunday, December 8th to Robin Shipman & Bobbi Cap. Happy birthday on Monday, December 9th to Amanda Heftka, Grace Stewart. Happy birthday on Tuesday, December 10th to Lisa Dinsmore Szpakowsk, Jake Scott, Christine Mills & Donna Purpora and on Wednesday, December 11th to Paul Linenfelser Sr., Duffy Macguire & Richard Poveromo .
GIHS Viking Vision TV Club Advisor Mark Gorton sent a link to a compilation of ten years of GI High School Holiday Lip Dubs. The music will certainly get you into the spirit of the season and fun to see the kids from back in the day! Video.
The UB Bulls football team will be in the Makers Wanted Bahamas Bowl on December 20th in Nassau, Bahamas. The opposing team is Charlotte of Conference USA, and GI Class of 2014 grad Tommy Doctor will be playing for the 49ers. Tommy is a redshirt senior and a defensive lineman.
TONIGHT: Adrian's Custard & Beef is hosting a Holiday Shopping Event on Thursday, December 5th from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. There will be a cash bar with a few specialty drinks and a variety of vendors for your gift giving needs! Adrian's Custard & Beef has announced they are teaming up with the Grand Island Neighbors Foundation this year for the Share Your Happiness campaign. Adrian's will be a drop off point for any items you would like to donate. All donations will be accepted inside, Thursday through Monday, 11 am - 9 pm. Non-perishables, hygiene items and Tops and Target gift cards are appreciated.
The GI Chamber Light Up Blvd. Parade & Festival is on Saturday, December 7th, starting at 3:00 p.m. Outside will be a Huge Maze, Snowman Bounce House, a Full-size Snow globe for pictures, and a heated tent sponsored by Fuccillo of Grand Island. Food Trucks and vendors will be available to get a bite to eat. Inside Town Hall will be children activities and a special visit from Santa! At 5:00 p.m.the Rudolf Run begins and the Parade starts at 5:15 p.m. The traditional Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held after the parade at Town Hall.
More holiday spirit will be found at the Grand Island Community Chorus Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 8th at St. Martin-in-the-Field Church at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
If you are a dog lover, there is a White Whiskers Sr. Dog Sanctuary information meeting on Monday, December 9th at the GI Memorial Library at 6:30 p.m. The group aims to ease the stress of senior dogs who no longer have a home.
There are two workshops at the Welcome Center on Tuesday, December 10th for those interested in farming. See story for more information.
The VFW Post 9249 is sponsoring the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots collection on Grand Island. Drop off new, unwrapped toys in the donation box at the Post, 2121 Grand Island Blvd. from noon - 9:00 p.m. daily. Deadline for drop off is Sunday, December 15th.
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November 28, 2019
Happy birthday Thursday to Dennis Caldwell, Joan Rogers, Jason Yensan, PJ Marston, Ame'lia Isabelle Haag, Donald Loder, Andrew Baranyl, Mohinder Ghuman and on Friday, November 29th to JoAnn Vanderheite, Daisy Moore, John Stark, Joanne Carcione & Mary Savio. Happy birthday on Saturday, November 30th to Eric Harnden, John Podlucky, Pat Akinbami & Nancy Tobe and on Sunday, December 1st to Brian Sullivan, Betty Lou Camardella, John Cassoni, Jr., & Mary Lou Cannata. Happy birthday on Monday, December 2nd to Riley Crosby, Carol Ganster, & Marcy Malecki. Happy birthday on Tuesday, December 3rd to Lois Kaiser Schoenfeld, Mike Masters, Sara Barbur, Alan Endres, Liz Tucker, Evan Linenfelser & Kimberly Murchison-Petcu and on Wednesday, December 4th to Marie Long, Josette Dickinson, Natalie Carter, Aidan MacNeil & Cameron Cherenzia.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
Happy 35th wedding anniversary to Jack & Jackie Steckleberg on December 1st.
Grand Island Vikings are the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Boys Volleyball Champs after defeating Jamesville-DeWitt in the final, 3-0. This is the first state title for Vikings ever!
TONIGHT: DJ MXN at Mixon Music n’ Sound Entertainment will preside over Turkey-O-Key at Mallwitz's Island Lanes on Wednesday, November 27th at 8:00 p.m. Speaking of which, Mallwitz’s Island Lanes recently took the prize as Buffalo’s Best Bowling Alley.
EZ PASS will be at the WNY Welcome Center on Alvin Road on Tuesday, December 3rd from 3-6pm.
Adrian's Custard & Beef is hosting a Holiday Shopping Event on Thursday, December 5th from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. There will be a cash bar with a few specialty drinks and a variety of vendors for your gift giving needs! Adrian's Custard & Beef has announced they are teaming up with the Grand Island Neighbors Foundation this year for the Share Your Happiness campaign. Adrian's will be a drop off point for any items you would like to donate. All donations will be accepted inside, Thursday through Monday, 11 am - 9 pm. Non-perishables, hygiene items and Tops and Target gift cards are appreciated.
The VFW Post 9249 is sponsoring the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots collection on Grand Island. Drop off new, unwrapped toys in the donation box at the Post, 2121 Grand Island Blvd. from noon - 9:00 p.m. daily. Deadline for drop off is Sunday, December 15th.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting, including several special recognitions, in the Grand Viking Theater of Grand Island High School on Monday November 25, 2019. Video.
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November 21, 2019
Happy birthday today to Ben Kose, Terry Smith, Jeanne Treat, Tyler Lorence & Rob Ratajczak and on Friday, November 22nd to Marilyne Brandoni, Jennifer Przybylski, Kevin Rosman & Dr. Chris Gress. Happy birthday on Saturday, November 23rd to Bob Johnson, Barbara LaDuca & Nick Tomkins and on Sunday, November 24th to Edna Braddell, Margaret Sutton & Jean Caprio.Happy birthday on Monday, November 25th to Linda Geldin, Jeffrey Copp & Charlene Gornicki. Happy birthday on Tuesday, November 26th to Ginger Stamler, Dennis Parrino & Nancy Killian and on Wednesday, November 27th to Jim McGarvey.
Happy wedding anniversary to Bob & Pat Haag (pictured above), celebrating 50 years on Friday, November 22nd. Also on November 22nd, happy 39th anniversary to Vala & Spencer O'Boyle and 44th to Dr. Chris & Raymond Gress.
Happy wedding anniversary on November 25th to Nicole & Greg Butcher and Pete & Sue Marston.
GIHS Sports News:
UPDATE: Prep Talk AOW Grand Island volleyball player Billy Wieberg was named Buffalo News Prep Talk Athlete of the Week along with Portville volleyball player Kylie Blessing. "Wieberg led the Vikings to the NYSPHSAA Division 2 championship tournament for the first time in school history with 33 kills and three aces in regional victory against Churchville-Chili. He received 49% of the vote."
Grand Island Vikings are in the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Boys Volleyball Championship at the Albany Capital Center this week. They will be playing against Westhampton and Jamesville-Dewitt.
Congratulations to the Vikings cross country girls varsity team as they have won the B1 Section 6 championship again this year. This is the second year in a row.
State High School Girls Swimming Championships at Ithaca College on Friday & Saturday. Participating in the 1-Meter Diving event is Brooke Eichel (Grand Island).
Congratulations to Grand Island Viking athletes who have signed letters of intent recently. They are: Abigail Blair, Hockey - D1 St Anslem College, NH; Lydia Sweeney, Basketball - D2 Cedarville University, OH; Brooke Amato, Soccer - D2 Daemen College; Kayla Robinson, Soccer - D2 Frostburg State University, MD.
Holiday Makers Market for the community will be held on Friday, November 22, 2019 from 2-7 p.m. inside the Western NY Welcome Center. Browse and sample a wide selection of New York State products and unique gifts from Taste NY vendors! Enjoy crafts with the whole family as well.
The King of the Wing chicken wing eating contest is in the books and Scott Kalman is wearing the crown. He tied Nate Miles in eating 33 wings, but crushed the most important part....raising $400 for Relay for Life.
DJ MXN at Mixon Music n’ Sound Entertainment will preside over Turkey-O-Key at Mallwitz's Island Lanes on Wednesday, November 27th at 8:00 p.m. Speaking of which, Mallwitz’s Island Lanes recently took the prize as Buffalo’s Best Bowling Alley.
The VFW Post 9249 is sponsoring the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots collection on Grand Island. Drop off new, unwrapped toys in the donation box at the Post, 2121 Grand Island Blvd. from noon - 9:00 p.m. daily. Deadline for drop off is Sunday, December 15th.
The Grand Island Distinguished Alumni committee is seeking your input for 2020 nominations. Candidates should have graduated at least ten years ago and have made significant contributions to their field of expertise. For complete details and nomination form click here.
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November 14, 2019
Happy birthday today to Sarah Brand, Antonia Stabler & Ryan Foote and on Friday, November 15th to Carole Lochte, Tom Dworak, Mac Myles, Lisa Wendling, Alan Dally & Sue Teator. Happy birthday on Saturday, November 16th to Christina Basta Podlucky, Scott Kalman, Vala O’Boyle, Annabelle Linenfelser, Peg Price & Daniel Fuller and on Sunday, November 17th to Sierra Yarnes, Bobbi McNulty Champayne, Donald & Dayton Fancher. Happy birthday on Wednesday, November 20th to Scott Allaire, Douglas F. Bauer, Grace Kammerer, Kathy Menter & Pam O’Connor..
A special happy 7th birthday to Lucy Kalman today. Kim & Scott Kalman rescued five pups right after they were born and raised them until they were old enough to be adopted. Lucy was the lucky pup to stay.
GIHS Spotlighters Presents Tales for Tots Thursday, Friday & Saturday, November 14, 15, 16 at the Grand Island High School. Thursday & Friday, 7:00 p.m., Saturday, 1:00 p.m. Suitable for ages 3 and up and anyone who is young at heart. Fairy Tales & stories, tickets are $2 for adults, students, children and senior citizens, FREE!
GIHS Sports News:
UPDATE: GI, the Division 2A champs, were victorious over the Eden Raiders, Division 2B champs, 3-1 (20-25, 26-24, 25-22, 25-16). The Vikings (20-0) play Churchville-Chili at 1 p.m. Saturday, November 16th at Midlakes High School.
GI Varsity Boys Volleyball will be playing Eden tonight at 5:30 p.m. at Lackawanna in the Division II Championship game. The winner will play for the Far West Regional title on Saturday at Midlakes.
The Cinderella Isle Garden Club will hold its November meeting tonight, November 14, 2019 at 7:00 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church at 2100 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island, NY 14072. Theresa Malone of Floral Accents will present a program on Holiday Floral Designs. For club information, contact Melissa Marcus at 773-5015.
The Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library present a Discard Book Sale on Friday, November 15, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM & Saturday, November 16, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Entire Sale: $3 per bag, as much as you can fit. Bags will be provided.
The King of the Wing chicken wing eating contest is at Say Cheese Pizza, 1771 Love Road on Friday, November 15th at 6:30 p.m. There is also a basket raffle.
EZ PASS will be at the Welcome Center this coming Tuesday, November 19th from 3-6pm.
The VFW Post 9249 is sponsoring the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots collection on Grand Island. Drop off new, unwrapped toys in the donation box at the Post, 2121 Grand Island Blvd. from noon - 9:00 p.m. daily. Deadline for drop off is Sunday, December 15th.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Tuesday November 12, 2019. See video.
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November 7, 2019
Happy birthday today to John Kaefer, Dorothy Ginsburg, Joe Cushner & Mike Schopp and on Friday, November 8th to Kathy "Beeb" Houck, Scott Hammond, Joel Brennan, Grace Carey & Vera Grace Lucinski. Happy birthday on Saturday, November 9th to Meshkat Assian, Judith Bassette and on Sunday, November 10th to Katie Samland, Barbara Cook, Emily Nowak & Mary Mack. Happy birthday on Monday to Sandy Santorio, Lucia Roesch, Carolyn Gentz, Pat Wydra, Shane Kinney, Margaret Lawrence, James Purpora, & Paul Coughlin. Happy birthday on Tuesday, November 12th to Kelly Williams, Maria Burns & Carol Lindelow and on Wednesday, November 13th, happy birthday to Victor Cap, Mike Madigan, Pam Barton, Roberta Jean Burke, Ann Rossiter & Debbie Tront.
Happy 1st wedding anniversary to Sue & Jim Teator tomorrow, November 8th!
GIHS Sports News:
UPDATE: Buffalo News High School Extra, staff article published November 9th. "Grand Island came from two sets down to win an intense match over West Seneca West on Saturday night at Lackawanna and reach the Section VI Class 2A final against North Tonawanda at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
GI Varsity Boys Volleyball will be playing West Seneca West on Saturday, November 9th in the Division II-A semifinals.
UPDATE: Girls lost 32 seconds into the 4th OT 2-1.
Lady Vikings Soccer team beat Hamburg to win the Cass A title, 1-0 in overtime on Tuesday, November 5th. They are going to the Far West Regionals this weekend, being played at Williamsville East High School. Grand Island takes on Spencerport (V) on Saturday, November 9th at 11:00 a.m.
The Grand Island Cooperative Nursery School is hosting a Spaghetti Fundraiser Dinner tonight, November 7th at Trinity UMC Church, 2100 Whitehaven Road, from 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. See flyer.
The Grand Island Historical Society November General Meeting is tonight, November 7, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Golden Age Center, 3278 Whitehaven Road at the Nike Base Complex. The guest speaker will be Marty Biniasz of the Erie County Fair with a power point program on Buffalo's Central Terminal. A meeting and refreshments will follow. Everyone is welcome to attend.
The Grand Island Recreation Department invites everyone to the 2019 Veterans Day Observance on Monday, November 11th at 11:00 a.m. The site is at the Veterans Park on Bedell Road. All are invited to a reception at the Charles N. DeGlopper Post after the ceremony.
Message from McMahon's Family Restaurant: Due to our parents passing and circumstances beyond our control, we regret that we will no longer be opening the restaurant regular hours. We will still be holding our Thursday night take out dinners and starting November 12th we will be adding Tuesday night take out dinners as well. Thank you for your patronage for the last 17 years. We look forward to serving you on Tuesday and Thursday nights.
Welcome to new advertiser Tyler Pyc of D-T-P, a residential painting company. See flyer for details and contact information.
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October 31, 2019
Happy birthday October 31 to Morgan Proctor & Jane Wynne and on Friday, November 1st to Rhonda Arsenault, Emily Fred, Andy Chambers & Lynn Ortiz. Happy birthday on Saturday, November 2nd to Carol Zimmerman, Dale Brown, Blake Rockwood, & Joanne Lozo & Sue McMahon and on Sunday, November 3rd to Anthony Weis, James Maul & Ed Fitzgerald. Happy birthday on Monday to Marilyn Gullo, Mark Tiede, & Alli DeMartin. Happy birthday on Tuesday, November 5th to Susan Quagliana, Alexander Frye & Brian Rinio and on Wednesday, November 6th, happy day to Joshua Less & David Arch.
GIHS Sports News:
GI Varsity Boys Volleyball capped off their undefeated (16-0) season by winning the Grand Island Invitational Tournament last weekend, defeating Williamsville East for the championship trophy. Grand Island is currently ranked #1 by the Buffalo News heading into the sectional playoffs!
GI Vikings Football team is playing South Park High School at All High Stadium on Friday, November 1st at 7:00 p.m. in the Class A semifinal. Fans are asked to be over-the-top! From a Facebook post: "It's the game that everyone is talking about! WE need to OVERFILL the stands. Louder the screams the higher the arms in the air will lead our Vikings to WIN against South Park Sparks and pave the path for the next journey to the New Era Stadium!" Championship game will be at New Era Field on Saturday, November 9th.
Ben Moskala was named to the Connolly Cup/ADPRO Week 8 top performers. (High School Football)
#1 Grand Island Girls Soccer beat Lew-Port on Monday in the Class A2 semifinals 2-1, and will take on #2 Amherst in the Championship game on Saturday, November 2nd at Williamsville East at 11:00 a.m.
Freshman Kiersten Brown became the first Section VI tennis champion in Grand Island High School history on Saturday when she defeated Madeleine Eiss of Clarence, 6-4, 5-7, 6-4 in the singles championship at the Miller Tennis Academy. Brown, Eiss and third-place finisher Paige Szymusiak of Lancaster will represent the section next week in the New York State Public High Schools championship tournament.
UPDATE: Kiersten Brown participated in the New York State Public High Schools girls tennis championships in Latham, NY on Saturday, November 2nd. She lost in the first round to Adrianna Zaphiris of Hauppauge (Section XI), 6-1,6-2.
Mary Cooke took this photo on October 21st of the Halloween themed Fisherman's Park, at the South GI Bridge. Happy Halloween!
St. Stephen's School 11th annual Shopping Extravaganza is on Sunday, Nov 3rd from 9:00 - 3:00 p.m.
The Grand Island Cooperative Nursery School is hosting a Spaghetti Fundraiser Dinner on Thursday, November 7th at Trinity UMC Church, 2100 Whitehaven Road, from 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. See flyer.
Real people from EZ PASS will be at the WNY Welcome Center on Alvin Road on Tuesday, November 5th from 3-6pm
Announced Monday, October 28th, Bogey's at Beaver Island is closed for the season.
November 1, 2019 is the official start of the Grand Island Highway Department 2019-2020 Winter Season. Please observe the “No Parking” restrictions on all public highways between the hours of 2:00 a.m. thru 7:00 a.m. from November 1, 2019 thru March 31, 2020.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday October 28, 2019. See video.
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October 24, 2019
Happy birthday October 24th to Douglas Krueger, Judy Wozniak & Thomas Dugan and on Friday, October 25th to John Bidell, Joshua McMahon, Betsy Morrison, Kathryn Brown & Alphia (Liz) Wingert. Happy birthday on Saturday, October 26th to Donna Smith Phelan, Maxx & Calleigh Anderson, Dorothy Lew, Lorraine Mangin, Pete Gottler & David Russell and on Sunday, October 27th to Pete Marston, Dominic Cannata & Alyssa Quarantello. Happy birthday on Monday to Ann Samplinski, Ray Gress Jr., Steve Hunt, Nikki Zimmerman, Brenda Cassoni & Carl Beach. Happy birthday on Tuesday, October 29th to Joanne Gesl, Nina Goss & Thomas Roell and on Wednesday, October 30th, happy day to Dave Wilkinson, Bill Pioli, Lynda Black, Teddy Ann Davis, Sharon Moffett & Nancy Beach.
Happy wedding anniversary to Sue & Dan McMahon on Sunday, October 27th.
GIHS Sports News:
#1 GIHS Girls Varsity Soccer is playing in the Class A2 quarterfinals tonight at home agains #9 Starpoint at 6:00 p.m. Girls won 2-0!
#4 GIHS Boys Varsity Soccer beat #5 Pioneer yesterday 3-0 in the Class A2 quarterfinals. Next up is semi-final game on Friday, at Niagara Falls High School at 3:30 p.m. against #1 Will. South.
The #3 Vikings Football team will take on #2 Kenmore West on Saturday, October 26th at Crosby Field at 2:00 p.m. in the quarterfinal of Class A1.
The Grand Island Varsity Boys Volleyball team were the winners this past weekend at the Orchard Park Invitational Tournament. Congratulations!
Grand Island High School's Deca program will host the first ever Spooky Sprint Fun Run and 5K in Veterans Park on Saturday, October 26th. Event registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. The 5K will begin at 9:00 a.m., with a kids one-mile dash at 10:00 a.m. Register online at https://itsyourrace.com.
Trinity U.M. Church is hosting their Fall Fest on Saturday, October 26th from 10am - 5pm, with their ever-popular Trunk or Treat. See flyer.
EZ PASS officials will be at the WNY Welcome Center on Alvin Road on the first & third Tuesday of the month, from 3-6pm, until the end of December.
Grand Island History: What with the upcoming election....Interesting quote attributed to Grover Cleveland while campaigning for Mayor of Buffalo in 1881. "It is a good thing for the people now and then to rise up and let the office holders know that they are responsible to the masses." After Cleveland won, his idea was, office holders are the "trustee and agents" of their fellow-citizens, "holding their funds in sacred trust, to be expended for their benefit."
Cleveland loved to spend time hunting and fishing on Grand Island at his Uncle Lewis F. Allen's farm, Allenton Farms. A group of like-minded peers called the "Jolly Reefers", incorporated themselves as the Beaver Island Club in 1852, Cleveland was its president throughout its existance. See story written by Teddy Linenfelser in 2004.
The Grand Island Chamber of Commerce Streetscape Beautification Survey is looking for your opinion on how to improve Grand Island Blvd. You can take a quick survey here.
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October 17, 2019
Happy birthday October 17th to Stephanie Kowalak, Jenna Giambra, Julius Schopp, Rosemarie McDonald, Kathy Zielinski, Patricia Schafer & Jack Hammond and on Friday, October 18th to Alexandra Imperi, Aidan Daly & Sharon Ledwon. Happy birthday on Saturday, October 19th to Judy Thaler, Robert Skotnicki, Heidi Sue McCormick, Luke Hooper, Bill Winterfield & Chris McCabe and on Sunday, October 20th to Ryan Pinzel, Michael Madigan, Paula Hahn & David Hiser, Romona DeWitt & Wayne DeWitt. Happy birthday on Monday to Laury Linenfelser, Gunnar Munk, Bob Henschel, Suzanne McDonald, Gabrielle Pulvirenti. Happy birthday on Tuesday, October 22nd to Brianna Hadden, Rick Martin, Michele Namenek & Stanford Harrington and on Wednesday, October 23rd, happy day to Debbie DeGlopper Robinson, Patrick Gallagher, Chase Harding, Zakary Massaro, Gerry Robinson, Ed Shelp, & Kevin Koch.
Happy wedding anniversary to Carol & Gary Roesch on Sunday, October 20th. Happy 30th wedding anniversary to Jacquie & Patrick Foote on October 21st!
The Grand Island Varsity Football team has a game on Friday, October 18th at 7:00 p.m. at home against Amherst.
The Golden Age Center Holiday Happenings is Saturday, October 19th at the Nike Base from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Bake Sale starts at 9am, featuring a variety of desserts. Their will be many vendors selling their craft goods. Take a chance and try to win some AMAZING baskets from the HUGE BASKET & GIFT CARD RAFFLE! Raffle will close at 1:30pm; winners will be called at 2pm; winners need NOT be present to win. The Lunch Sale, featuring beverages, Chili with Cornbread, Chicken Noodle soup with crackers, & Roast Beef Sandwiches. Face Painters will be on hand for the children to enjoy!
The GI Historical Society will host an Open House on Sunday, October 20, 2019, from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the museum at River Lea in Beaver Island State Park. If you have ordered peirogi & sauerkraut, pick-up begins at 11:00 a.m.
Mark Sciortino is promoting a Meat Raffle to benefit Little Smiles on Sunday, October 20th at 12 noon at Volare Lodge, 5615 Kies Avenue in Niagara Falls. Check out the flyer and Facebook page for more information.
The Grand Island Chamber of Commerce Streetscape Beautification Survey is looking for your opinion on how to improve Grand Island Blvd. You can take a quick survey here.
There are two upcoming Relay For Life events in November. On Friday, November 8th, the Purple Ribbon Warrior Team is hosting "Lift Our Spirits for Relay For Life". It is a wine, beer & basket raffle event with light snacks, tickets are $25 presale and $30 at the door. See flyer.
On Friday, November 15th, the King of the Wing chicken wing eating contest is at Say Cheese Pizza, 1771 Love Road at 6:30 p.m.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Tuesday October 15, 2019. See video.
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October 10, 2019
Happy birthday October 10th to Willian Barbur, Linda Schneckenburger, Geraldine Burrano, Ray Billica & Annette Lobl and on Friday, October 11th to Jacob Mongold & Barbara Shepard. Happy birthday on Saturday, October 12th to Jean Peters, Gary Larsen, Marissa Mrkall, Ronald Milks, Douglas Carlson, Laura Bonarek & Maria Insalaco and on Sunday, October 13th to Christopher Conway, Dylan Castiglia, Tom Trader, Priscilla Johnson & Kim Yarwood. Happy birthday on Monday to Michael Chateauneuf, Stephanie Voyzey, John Turner, Ashley Battaglia, Barbara Krause, Iris Jiscitsno & Sheryl Kutis. Happy birthday on Tuesday, October 15th to Shirley Luther (95!!!), Jonathan Wozniak, Kalli Pedlow, Mark Argy, Mike Yensan, Joyce Ernst & Jerry Sitarski and on Wednesday, October 16th, happy day to Clare Conboy, Sue Cinelli & Kathleen Loth.
The Grand Island Fire Company Open House will be held tonight, Thursday, October 10th, at 5:00 p.m. at Fire Headquarters.
The Grand Island Varsity Football team has a game on Friday, October 11th at 7:00 p.m. at Starpoint.
Jack and Jill Community Pre-School is hosting a Island Fall Festival this Saturday, October 12th at 2587 Baseline Road. See flyer.
There is a 5k Making Strides for Breast Cancer Walk on Saturday, October 12th. Michelle Warner has organized a "Team Julie" in memory of Julie Roth Neville, a GI resident and teacher who lost her battle with breast cancer on October 16, 2018. The walk is at 825 Fuhrmann Blvd., at the outer Harbor Lakeside Bike Park. If anyone would like to join the walk, you are welcome to sign up or make a donation at MakingStridesWalk.org/Buffalo, Listed under “Team Julie.”
Grand Island Farmer's Market is hosting the last market of the season today, October 10th, starting at 4:00 p.m. Bring the kids and grandkids! Pumpkin decorating from 4-5:30 p.m., followed by a costume parade through the market. Vendors will be giving out treats, so be sure to bring your treat bag! A prize for best costume will be awarded at 5:45 p.m.
A group of 16 Class of '76 grads went to Zobud Bistro on Wednesday, October 9th for dinner. From start to finish, everything was of high quality and very enjoyable. The beet salad was off the charts!
Heard good things about Eggsquisite Eats, 1752 Grand Island Blvd. Open seven days, breakfast and lunch.
Riverstone Grill announced Tuesday, October 8th that is was their last day of business.
Story in the Buffalo News has Town Supervisor Nathan McMurray asking a judge to revoke Chris Collins' congressional salary. That is rich! What's good for the goose is definitely not good for the gander. How about he gives his salary back first.
The Rotary Club of Grand Island is hosting a Grand Island Supervisor Candidate's Night next Wednesday, October 16th at the Grand Island High School Viking Theatre from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Questions must be sent via email to mike@billoni.com prior to the Candidate’s Night or you can write a question on a card that evening.
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October 3, 2019
Happy birthday October 3rd to Jean Marie Ensminger & Joan Schlueter Wright and on Friday, October 4th to Margie Walker, Afiza Mojowalla, Lynn Polizzi, Celia Spacone Ph.D., Robert Vaccaro & Dawn Whitbeck. Happy birthday on Saturday, October 5th to Dylan Russo, Michele Remmes, Nancy Long, Robert N. Schwagler, Rebekah Thompson & Carolyn Mesches and on Sunday, October 6th to Craig Blowers, Ruth Cunningham & Sandy Warren-Henderson. Happy birthday on Monday to Lorraine Willcox, Greg Yensan, Mary Jo Soto, Bob McCormick, Michael Christensen, Morgan Capage, Evan Smith, Paul Leuchner & Robert Redfearn. Happy birthday on Tuesday, October 8th to Casy Galeza & Lana Redell and on Wednesday, October 9th to Taylor Duscher, Barb Jarzab, Chris Ciechoski, Marion Assenza, Paula Tickner, Kristina Cutini & Judi Maier.
Best wishes to Jim & Chris Ehde on their marriage, Saturday, September 28th!
GIHS senior Maria Buscaglia was named the Spectrum Scholar-Athlete of the week for the week of September 13th. Maria plays for the Viking's volleyball and lacross teams, and is an honor roll student. The honor comes with a $1,000 scholarship. Congratulations!
Congratulations to Nick & John Argy! Their restaurant, Macy's Place Pizzaria, 3348 Genesee Street, Cheektowaga, won the Sexy Slices People's Championship at a recent event.
A discussion on Facebook this past week discussed how the giant Viking, located in the GIHS auditoreum, came to be. Chuck Berlinger posted the photos above and the information as follows: "the class of '84 got the Viking (from a store on Military Road in the falls), and brought it over on a flatbed trailer". "Later on, other members of the class blew the one arm off with a pipe bomb. That was all done as a group welded a VW Bug around "The Rock" behind the school." As far as senior pranks go, this one has to be the best ever!
Kelly's Country Story is hosting a Fall Fest on Saturday & Sunday, October 5 & 6, 2019.
Eggsquisite Eats, in the old Theodore's space, has switched their opening to Monday, October 7th.
The Grand Island Fire Company Open House will be held on Thursday, October 10th at 5:00 p.m. at Fire Headquarters.
Montana International to give away $1,000 in prizes at The Haunted Falconwood Halloween Party on Saturday, October 19th. Party Details.
Grand Island Farms, Inc announced the Farm to Table dinner on Saturday, October 13, 2019 is cancelled, due to lack of ticket sales. A refund will be available by bringing your ticket to Thompson Farm on Saturday, October 5th from 8-4. If that doesn't work, please message the Facebook page to make arrangements.
Mark Sciortino is promoting a Meat Raffle to benefit Little Smiles on Sunday, October 20th at 12 noon at Volare Lodge, 5615 Kies Avenue in Niagara Falls. Check out the flyer and Facebook page for more information.
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September 26, 2019
Happy birthday today, September 26th to Madison Martin, Kevin Rogoza, Cameron Kolat. Betty Walk & James Walters, Sr. and on Friday, September 27th to Alice Gerard, Amy Heist, Kevin Cobello, Dave Grant, Ashley Bleistein, Sharilyn Zarajczyk, Linda Clark, Andrew Szolnoky & Jack Kuhn. Happy birthday on Saturday, September 28th to Cap Cooke, Jordan Davis, Claire Cinelli, Ron Webb, Marty Napier & Richard Gaudy and on Sunday, September 29th to Nancy Blundell, Matthew Hamm, Dana Robinson, Jim Wright Jr., & Samantha Krause and on Monday, September 30th to Faith Caldwell, Vikki Smith, Georgina Munk, Michael Rossiter, Barbara Nowakowski, Carol Luther Dunworth, Lee Cohen, Nancy Kaul & Stuart Short. Happy birthday on Tuesday, October 1st to Ariel Brucato, Carol Mihalovich & Allison Mae Walker and on Wednesday, September 2nd to Richard Warner, Mary Zerilli & Linda D. Davis.
During a scheduled stress test last week, John Whitney learned during an angiogram that he needed immediate triple bypass surgery. He is doing well and expects to be good as new.
Island resident and chef, Mark Sciortino is involved in the new Western New York non-profit Little Smiles. From the website, "Little Smiles helps professionals give kids in their care the chance to be kids during difficult times." The group provides funds, supplies and volunteers to create smiles for those in need. A Meat Raffle is planned for Sunday, October 20th at 12 noon at Volare Lodge, 5615 Kies Avenue in Niagara Falls. Check out the flyer and Facebook page for more information.
Congratulations to Island resident Jim Toellner on his induction into the Buffalo Broadcasting Hall of Fame on September 19, 2019. Jim is the president and general manager of WGRZ-TV Channel 2 and has been with the station since 2001.
There is a Grand Re-Opening of Pickleball Island, now sharing space with Cornhole Island, on Friday, September 27th. There will be food trucks from 6:00 p.m. "Slim Chance" & "Can't Hardly Playboys" will play from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m., and free pickleball and corn hole play all evening.
Jennifer Schiffmacher is hosting their first ever PurpleStride on September 28, 2019 at Buffalo RiverWorks. See Flyer.
There is a job fair on Saturday, September 28th at Thermo Fisher Scientific Check out the GI Jobs page for more info.
Zobud Bistro, 1879 Whitehaven, is now open for brunch and dinner, Tuesday - Sunday starting at 10:00 a.m.
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September 19, 2019
Happy birthday today, September 19th to Peter McMahon, Mike Carr, Lisa Stoddard, Vickie Harnden, Bonnie Sciuk, David Long, Julie O'Connor, Donnie Burns, & Ann Marie Chartrand and on Friday, September 20th to Bruce Senn, Becky Peters, Jennifer Fiels, Lawrence Runions, Lisa Dollendorf, & Lois Schneider . Happy birthday on Saturday, September 21st to Madison Nowak, Glenn Wallace, & Pamela O'Brien and on Sunday, September 22nd to Kevin Hagen, Janine Gregoire, Julia Goodwin, Kathleen McCormick & Richard Smyth and on Monday, September 23rd to Kenny Martina, Joyce Cline & Jack Bugman. Happy birthday on Tuesday, September 24th to Lucy Floss and on Wednesday, September 25th to Robert Tyrrell, Liz Brock, Dan Bridge, Sam Carpenter & Jim Harrod>
Sadly, I report long time Island residents Catherine Long & Phyllis Lange, passed away this week.
Breaking news: From Supervisor Nate McMurray's Facebook page, oops, I mean Nate McMurray for Congress page. "So, here’s the good news. After months of back and forth with my office and hearing from us regarding the obstacles they will face getting the current version of their plan approved, the developers (of Southpointe) have informed me that they will not move forward at this time."
Head out to the Farmer's Market tonight at the Welcome Center from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. There are kids crafts - a pine cone birdseed feeder, information from Fuccillo about electric cars that will be on site, and Solar Park Energy will see if you can save money (bring your electric bill).
Hey guys!!!!!! deSignet Jewelry Store is having a Pre-Holiday Gemstone Sale, All Colored Gems 50% OFF. The sale is through October 31, 2019. Come in and Reg will design a special piece for your special someone. You can have Christmas all wrapped up, two months ahead of time! See gemstones.
The Island Deli is moving...they will open on Saturday, October 5th at the Trend Setters/Hunt Real Estate Plaza, 2092 Grand Island Blvd. New hours are Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The currnet location will close at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, September 27th to make the move.
Save the date: The Rotary Club of Grand Island is hosting a Grand Island Supervisor Candidate's Night on Wednesday, October 16th at the Grand Island High School Viking Theatre from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Questions must be sent via email to mike@billoni.com prior to the Candidate’s Night or you can write a question on a card that evening.
Save the date! Mallwitz's Island Lanes is hosting a Family Halloween Cosmic Bowling Party on Saturday, October 26th from 3pm-5pm. It includes unlimited bowling, shoe rental, pizza and soda. See flyer. Make your reservation now at 773-0062
There are two job fairs coming up. Fresenius Kabi is on Saturday, September 21st and Thermo Fisher Scientific is on Saturday, September 28th. Check out the GI Jobs page for more info.
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September 12, 2019
Happy birthday today, September 12th to Elizabeth Belocci, Carole Bifano, Chris Aronica, Pearl Lane, Christopher Sadkowski, Callie Harding & Ben Shaw and on Friday, September 13th to Makenna Scalise, Bethany Kulikowski, Cindy Baker & David Cole. Happy birthday on Sunday, September 15th to Ava Staub and on Monday, September 16th to Matthew Wasson, Christie Davis & Beth Pollara. Happy birthday on Tuesday, September 17th to Carmela Bartolomeo & Patricia Klebes and on Wednesday, September 18th to Lynn Quarentello.
National Grid will pick up your fridge or freezer at no cost, recycle it and send you $100. This offer is available through October 31st. Call 1-888-740-8122. By the way....tried to call them to verify and their phone service was so annoying, I gave up. So good luck!
There are two job fairs coming up. Fresenius Kabi is on Saturday, September 21st and Thermo Fisher Scientific is on Saturday, September 28th. Check out the GI Jobs page for more info.
A benefit is planned for Sandy Grillo on Sunday, September 15th at the Sandy Beach Yacht Club. See flyer.
Grand Island Farms, Inc. is hosting an Agriculture and Farmland Protection Public Focus meeting on Wednesday, September 18th at the Golden Age Center at 6:30 p.m. A new resource guide will be discussed.
Jennifer Schiffmacher is the Advocacy Chair for the Western New York Affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCan) and a Grand Island resident. The group is hosting their first ever PurpleStride on September 28, 2019 at Buffalo RiverWorks. See Flyer. Jennifer would like to invite Island residents to participate.
Save the date! The Falconwood is hosting a Halloween party on Saturday, October 19th at Beaver Island. Check out the flyer, and get your tickets now!
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September 5, 2019
Happy birthday today, September 5th to Sarah Lange and on Friday, September 6th to Jean Leiner & Judy Schmidt, . On Saturday, September 7th to Collin DeMartin, Anna Hammond, Gretchen Moss Beach & John Monkelban . Happy birthday on Sunday, September 8th to Michael Edwards, John Ventry, Betty Serio, Florence Lorenz, Marie Perry and on Monday, September 9th to Elaine Miller, John Mingus, Ardeth Westrope, Mikayla Claus, Jackie McGinty, Elizabeth Carpenter, James O'Brien, William Seifert & Bonita Shevlin . Happy birthday on Tuesday, September 10th to Jessica Eastwood, Madison Mongold, Cathleen Moore & Richard Lozo and on Wednesday, September 11th to Joseph Mesmer, Lynn Ryan, June Ann Chadima, Peter Bezan.
Happy wedding anniversary to Julie & Butch Meyer on September 9th. Happy wedding anniversary on September 11th to to Judy & Bob Schmidt.
The Taste of Grand Island is back and has new owners, Dan & Shara Desrosiers. The event will take place at the Town Commons on Saturday, September 28th from 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. There will be Food Vendors, WNY Businesses, Kids Zone, Beer/Wine Tent and a DJ. Go to www.wnyfoodfestivals.com.
Grand Island High School Sports News: Senior Alex Gottler scored the deciding goal in the 65th minute for Grand Island (2-1) in a 3-2 nonleague boys soccer victory over Canisius on Wednesday. Sophomore Angelo Aiello and senior Kyle Vanderwell scored goals within a span of less than two minutes in the second half for the Vikings.
The Varsity football team is coming off of a 7-2 season, winning their division. The first game is Friday, September 6th at South Park. First home game is Friday, September 13th at 7:00 p.m. against Kenmore East.
The Boys Varsity Volleyball team won the championship at the 33rd Annual Clarence Invitational Tournament over the Labor Day weekend. This is the first time the team has won.
A benefit is planned for Sandy Grillo. Sandy is from the Island and had a very bad accident in January 2019. This accident resulted in serious brain damage. After several operations and a month of therapy, she is now confined to long term care. A basket raffle and meat raffle benefit is planned for Sunday, September 15th at the Sandy Beach Yacht Club. See flyer. If you can donate to the raffle, see donation letter here.
Rose Liquor Store is looking for part-time help...some day & some evening hours open for personable, dependable person. Week days and/or weekend hours available. Want to work as few as 4, 6, or 8 hours? Can do! Looking for 20 or more? Can do too! Stop by & pick up an app at 1771 Love Rd next to Say Cheese Pizza Co.
Those interested in helping to plan a class reunion event for the Grand Island High School Class of 1975 can call 262-4276 by September 8th. Leave a message stating your name and contact number and someone will call you back.
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August 29, 2019
Happy birthday today, August 29th to Barbara Macrides, Sharon Nichols & Lonnie Riggs and on Friday, August 30th to my brother Peter Hayes. On Saturday, August 31st to Patty Mash & Adrianna Marinucci. Happy birthday on Sunday, September 1 to Chance Luthringer, Justin Figler, Daniel Senn, Mike Sexton, Kay McGuire, Christian Hipp & Brooks Rimes and on Monday, September 2nd to Anthony Webber & Dorothy Click. Happy birthday on Tuesday, September 3rd to Carol Gress, Sam Linenfelser, Joshua Smith, Ian Conner, Jesse Rosser, Nancy Grabenstatter, Laurence Ledwon, & Ruth Loncar and on Wednesday, September 4th to Bob Dee, Justin Schmadel, Kiersten Winstel & Grace Carpenter.
Happy 11th wedding anniversary to Bryan Smith & wife Chrissy on August 30th. Happy 34th wedding anniversary on August 31st to JT & Donna Tomkins. Happy 7th wedding anniversary to Lindsey Smith Lucinski and Tim Lucinski on September 1st.
Today is the fundraiser for the Maras family at Island Kids Childcare on Ransom Road. from 4pm-7pm. There will be an ice cream social, basket raffle, 50/50, and tickets to purchase for free childcare.
Congratulations to 17-year-old Michael DeLano on winning the WNY Blues Society’s Memphis Bound Competition! He’ll be traveling to Memphis to compete in the International Blues Challenge in January!
There will be free Zumba with Nichole at Adrian's today, Thursday, August 29th at 5:15 p.m. and Saturday, August 31st at 9:30 a.m. Bring water, a towel and wear your sneaks!
Adrian's is raffling the Adirondack chair and table set shown above. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Crohn’s Colitis Foundation of WNY!. Tickets are $10.00 and are available now. A drawing date has not been set yet, but tickets are going fast.
Michael Scott took some photos on Sunday, August 25th at the South Bridge as the filming of "A Quiet Place II" took place. The above photo shows actor and director John Kasinski. You can see many more on Michael Scott's Facebook page.
Below is a picture by Mary Stewart of the films staging area at Kaegebein School.
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August 22, 2019
Happy birthday today, August 22nd to Justin Podgorny, Kenneth DeVantier & Mary E. Maj and on Friday, August 23rd to Gene Dinsmore, Shellie Smith, Kurt Raepple, Colin Pinzel, Deborah Ackerman and on Saturday, August 24th to Gene Mongan, Ava Brandon, Melaina Ranger, DJ Foote, Donna Baranyl & Mary Ann Fancher. Happy birthday Sunday, August 25th to Arlene Wunsch Anthony. Happy birthday on Monday, August 26th to Judy Webb, Marisa Atkinson, Brielle Backland, Herta Krein & Gail Allen. Happy birthday on Tuesday, August 27th to Luke Staub, Alexander Wright, Raymond Krause, Pat Shickluna & Michael Spalding and on Wednesday to Jennifer Courtright, Craig Ryan, Judy Meer, Sandra Thompson, Michelle Chasse & Joseph Steffan.
Island Kids will be having a fundraiser for the Maras family on Thursday, August 29th from 4pm-7pm. There will be an ice cream social, basket raffle, 50/50, and tickets to purchase for free childcare. If you would like to donate a basket or a gift certificate to be placed in the raffle, please drop it off at the North location on Ransom Road. This event will be open to the public. Tickets will be sold at the door for ice cream social or may be purchased before hand.
Another restaurant is in the works. An Orchard Park family will be opening a diner at the Theodore's site, near Burger King. They are supposed to be open at the end of September and will serve breakfast and lunch from 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The Grand Island Farmers Market is on Thursdays, at the Western New York Welcome Center on Alvin Road, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tonight is Family Fun day with activities for kids. Casey's Cabana, located in Ferry Village, will be the local Business Spotlight this week and will be serving burgers, Italian sausage, hot dogs, sodas and root beer floats. See flyer.
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Silver wedding ring, "somewhere on the Island". Call Peter at 716-514-3521.
The Grand Island Farmers Market is on Thursdays, at the Western New York Welcome Center on Alvin Road, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. The market will be in operation through mid October. See flyer.
CrossRiver Tabernacle is hosting an old-fashioned, Tent Revival August 23-25: Friday, at 7:00 p.m., Sat. at 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. Flyer.
There is an E-Waste Recycling event at Town Hall on Saturday, August 24th from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. It is sponsored by Pinto Sanitation. For guidelines, check out www.pintosanitation.com.
ConnectLife is having a blood drive on Wednesday, August 28th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Grand Island Highway garage, 1820 Whitehaven Road.
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August 15, 2019
Happy birthday today, August 15th to Bella Duscher & Donald O'Connor and on Friday, August 16th to Jim Dlugokinski, Katie Prell & Marietta Rotella. Happy birthday Saturday, August 17th to Jean Schlegel, Trudi Ruefli & Deborah Tirado. Happy birthday on Sunday, August 18th to Mark Doldan, Doug Saltzman, Nancy Pioli & Lisa Dudley. Happy birthday on Monday, August 19th to Darren DelSignore and on Tuesday, August 20th to Mary Ann Stone, Madelyn Forbes & William (Lee) Smith.
Happy 35th wedding anniversary to Lisa & Mike Dudley on August 19th!
Zobud Bistro is a new eatery setting up in the former Momma De's bake shop on Whitehaven Road. Word has it that it will open around Labor Day and they have applied to serve liquor, beer & wine.
The Grand Island Farmers Market is on Thursdays, at the Western New York Welcome Center on Alvin Road, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tonight is Family Fun day with activities for kids. Casey's Cabana, located in Ferry Village, will be the local Business Spotlight this week and will be serving burgers, Italian sausage, hot dogs, sodas and root beer floats. See flyer.
If you are 60+ you can score a $20 Farmers Market Coupon Book at the Golden Age Center on Friday, August 16th, from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. There are some income eligibility requirements. See flyer.
H.A.V.E. Project Concert for Homeless Veterans will be held at the Grand Island VFW, 2121 Grand Island Blvd. on Sunday, August 18th from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Admission is $10 or toiletries for the homeless. See flyer for details.
On Wednesday, Aug. 21st, from 6:00 p.m - 7:30 p.m., Assemblyman Angelo J. Morinello (R,C,I,Ref-Niagara Falls) will offer a free Alzheimer’s Awareness event at the Golden Age Center at 3278 Whitehaven Rd, Grand Island, NY 14072. The class will be taught by the WNY Alzheimer’s Association and will cover how diet, nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement are associated with healthy aging. Attendees can ask questions following the presentation. Those interested in attending can visit alz.org/CRF to register.
Parker Cinelli, Photo by Capt. Chris Cinelli
Lower Niagara River action has been great for walleye. Parker Cinelli of Grand Island caught and released an 11-1/2 pound fish recently on a spinner and a worm. My husband, son and nephew went on a fishing charter with Capt. Chris Cinelli on Sunday in the upper Niagara and Lake Erie. They had a great time!Have you always wanted to learn a musical instrument? Now is the time to checkmark your bucket list by signing up for Fall lessons with Ray Braselton. He is conveniently located on Grand Island and teaches just about every instrument. Contact Information.
A few weeks ago we had a bat in a living room window, stuck between the screen and glass. My husband rescued it and off it went, or so we thought. Then the rabies alert happened. Lo and behold, on Monday, three more were spotted in the attic. After some googling, I bought moth balls, which bats are supposed to hate (along with cinnamon and eucalyptus). They were placed in the attic vent, and we have not yet seen them flying in and out.
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August 8, 2019
Happy birthday today, August 8th to Brandon Robinson, Shannon McDonough, Norma Orton, Holly Best and Jeff Kwiatkowski and on Friday, August 9th to Jean Yarwood, Marcy Buell, Sybil Kennedy & Daemon Gatti. Happy birthday Saturday, August 10th to Lindsey Smith Lucinski, Joe Zarbo, Deb Lapore, Neil Hoffman & Kathy Jakab. Happy day on Sunday, August 11th to Sally Kaiser, John Ryan, Betty Clayton and Linda Saxton. Happy birthday on Monday, August 12th to Mathew Aronica, Kodie Shamrock, David Michaud and on Tuesday, August 13th to Cyndi Krupp. Happy birthday on Wednesday, August 14th to Carlin Hartman, Genna Nucherno, Mark Staggs & Anne Hipp.
Photo from birthday 99, last year at Golden Age Center.
A super special happy birthday on Tuesday, August 13th. Bernie Callahan turns 100 years-young!A recent post on Facebook noted to be careful at Buckhorn Park as a couple's car window was smashed in and money taken.
A Farmer's Market is at the WNY Welcome Center today, August 8th, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
The Town of Grand Island Long Range Planning committee is hosting a meeting regarding local waterfront revitalization. they are asking for your input on Wednesday, August 14th at the Grand Island High School Auditorium at 6:30 p.m. They will be looking at water quality, habitat protection, shoreline erosion, public access, and other elements. See flyer.
There is an E-Waste Recycling event at Town Hall on Saturday, August 24th from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. It is sponsored by Pinto Sanitation. For guidelines, check out www.pintosanitation.com. There will be a fee for disposal of tube tv's.
Assemblyman Angelo J. Morinello (R,C,I,Ref-Niagara Falls) announced five libraries in his district will receive major construction and renovation funding as part of a $34 million capital funding appropriation in the 2018-19 State Budget. Grand Island is to receive $47, 663. Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
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August 1, 2019
Happy birthday today, August 1st to Eileen Sims, JoAnn Holmes, Hannah Linenfelser, Ermina Atkinson & Rita Packard. and on Friday, August 2nd to Jackie Brennan, Gabrielle Martell, Parviz Taefi M.D. & Mary Tront. Happy birthday Sunday, August 4th to Bonnie Disarno, Harry Carter & Jack Bridenbaker. Happy birthday on Monday, August 5th to George Allen & Charlene Staub and on Tuesday, August 6th to Carol Moore, Philip Buchanan, Katrina Linenfelser, John Fletcher II, Editha Germain, Shelia Ferrentino, William Georgar, Dorothy Wiswall & John Senall. Happy birthday on Wednesday, August 7th to Bonnie Antholzner, Charlotte Tower, Madison Klos, Rebecca Reger & Richard M. Smith .
Happy 32nd wedding anniversary today to Marie & Tom Long.
Happy 30th wedding anniversary on August 4th to Greg & Cheryl Chamberlain!
Thunder on the Niagara is Saturday and Sunday, August 3 & 4 at Gratwick Park in NT. Admission is free, parking is $10 & includes a program. See RACE SCHEDULE.
The 44th Annual Kensington Lions All-Star Classic took place at Williamsville South on July 31st. Grand Island graduated seniors Cam Sionko (QB) and Jeremiah Wilkes (DE) participated. playing for North. The South team beat the North, 30-20.
Plan ahead to get rid of stuff in your garage and basement. On Saturday, August 10th there is a E-Recycling Event at Tonawanda High School and Hazardous Waste Drop Off at ECC North.
.The Snorkel Dog is grilling at Grass Island on Saturdays and Sundays through September, weather permitting.
Save the date: National Night Out is at the Marion Klingel Town Commons on Tuesday, August 6th. See flyer for a list of participants. The GI Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a chicken bbq that day. See flyer for details. Creek Bend plays comtemporary and bluegrass.
There is a drone video of Paddles Up available on Facebook, thanks to Kevin Cobello and his company K&D Aerial Imaging. It was reported over 300 paddlers participated this year. See video.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday July 29, 2019. See video. GICSD Calendar for 2019-2020
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July 25, 2019
Happy birthday today, July 25th to Lynne Heim and on Friday, July 26th to Lindsey Spiker, Liz Reimann, Faith Gworek, Gary Leskiw & Joyce McCloskey. On Saturday, July 27th, happy birthday to Helen Newkirk, Ruth Englert, Frank Burket, Rosemary Bahgat, Shelly Prange & Tom Redell. Happy birthday Sunday, July 28th to Andrew Spacone, Bob Elias, Trent Gavazzi , Eunice Johnson, Iris Galeza, Frank Greico, Mary DiMartile & Elly Zarbo. Happy birthday on Tuesday, July 30rd to Jane Costin Rocks, Diana Taefi Staub & Nicholas Panepinto. Happy birthday on Wednesday, July 31st to Karen Cooney, Jacqueline Kazmierczak, Pam Phillips, Mary Vari & Ann Koeta.
Happy 41st wedding anniversary to Donette & Michael Rayhill on July 29th!
Montana International, LLC is celebrating the opening of "The Chandler" at Big Six Mile Creek Marina on Friday, July 26th. The store will offer fuel, ice, snacks, boat supplies, tools, beer and spiked seltzer. Festivities begin at 3:30 with a ribbon cutting and there will be live music from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Montana International was selected by New York State Parks to manage concessions at Big Six and Beaver Island Park for the next 20 years.
Kelly's Country Store, 3121 Grand Island Blvd. is hosting Food Truck Friday, tomorrow, July 26th from 5pm - 8pm. Trucks include: Pizza Amore "The Wood Fire Way", Dirty Bird Chicken N' Waffles LLC., Cheesecake Guy NY, Kindred Kreek and Coyote Cafe's Food Truck.
Paddles Up / Summerfest is on Saturday, July 27th at Beaver Island Park. There will be farm & craft vendors, music, food, beer/wine and a kids zone.
The Grand Island Community Chorus is having a summer concert with cookies and lemonade on Tuesday, July 30th, from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at St. Timothy Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1453 Staley Road. Everyone is welcome to attend.
There are two more summer band concerts at Marion Klingel Town Commons. July 30th at 7:00 p.m. - Texas Revolver plays Blues/Rock. August 6th at 6:30 p.m. for National Night Out - Creek Bend plays comtemporary and bluegrass.
Save the date: National Night Out is at the Marion Klingel Town Commons on Tuesday, August 6th. See flyer for a list of participants. The GI Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a chicken bbq that day. See flyer for details.
A wonderful team of carpenters and painters have been at the Grand Island Historical Society museum, River Lea, in Beaver Island Park this week. They are replacing rotted wood, fixing windows and scraping old paint in preparation to paint the outside. The Historical Society is making plans to paint the interior very soon.
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July 18, 2019
Happy birthday today, July 18th to Elaine Petit, Margaret Tyrrell & June Newcomer and on Friday, July 19th to Tim Ehde, Pat (Weyland) Barroclough, Jean Bartholomew, Loretta Buffa, Connie Harrod, Alex Kavanaugh & Bill Shaw. On Saturday, July 20th, happy birthday to Mike Stamler, Rose Marie Shelp, & Richard Berti. Happy birthday Sunday, July 21st to Dan Linenfelser, Joan Portik, Bristol Khreis, Jeanne Anstett & Betty Phillips. Happy birthday Monday, July 22nd to Theresa Szpala, Tori Pritchard, Adrian Figliotti & Liz Lutnick and on Tuesday, July 23rd to Marion Fabiano, Michelle Botwin, Maya Pecoraro, Nancy Koch Diane Maness, & Joe Marino . Happy birthday on Wednesday, July 24th to John Garey, Kathy Bradley Smith, Mary Grace Egloff, Kaia Lynn Petrie, Emily Mae Klein, Sam DiChristina, Debra Gaudy, Marlene Golden & Suzanne Phillips .
The Cinderella Isle Garden Club will hold its annual summer picnic on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 5:30 PM at Bonnie Ahrens house. It is a mexican theme. For club information, contact Melissa Marcus at 773-5015.
Elderwood at Grand Island, 2850 Grand Island Blvd. is hosting Anderson's Food Truck on Friday, July 19th from 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. They will serve custard, ice cream and roast beef sandwiches.
The Grand Island Memorial Library will be open as a cooling station on Saturday, July 20th, 9:30 am-2:00 pm (there are soccer games scheduled all morning in Veteran's Park) and Sunday, July 21st, 11:00 am-4:00 pm.
The Grand Island Relay For Life smashed their $100,000 goal for 2019 by raising $118,131.11!!!!!
There are three more summer band concerts at Marion Klingel Town Commons. Tuesday, July 23rd at 7:00 p.m. - Lyle Stang plays just about everything! July 30th at 7:00 p.m. - Texas Revolver plays Blues/Rock. August 6th at 6:30 p.m. for National Night Out - Creek Bend plays comtemporary and bluegrass.
Gun Creek Phase 4 has been approved by the Town Planning Board. Located between Tracey Lane on the north and Whitehaven on the south, this area will be made up of townhomes for sale. It will consist of sixteen buildings with six units, fifteen buildings with four units and one building with three units. After much discussion, the phase was reduced brom 250 units to 218. The cost of the townhomes will not be less than $300,000..
An eye opening look at growing up "different" on Grand Island. Sara Ali shares her story on WNED Making Buffalo Home - Community Filmmaker series. Disturbing to say the least. Good luck Sara, in all you do.
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July 11, 2019
Happy birthday today, July 11th to Mark Frentzel, Ryan Shea, Jessica Doyle & Robert Kifowit and on Friday, July 12th to Ashley Dragonette, Lindsay Proctor, Becky Stufkosky & Noah Teater. On Saturday, July 13th, happy birthday to Christian Kessler, Peter Gornicki, Sarah Chamberlain & Michael Fabiu . Happy birthday Sunday, July 14th to Bernadette Childs. Happy birthday Monday, July 15th to Garnet Schopp & Sue Trammell and on Tuesday, July 16th to Kelly Yarnes, Mary Anne Eglott, Betty Clement, Carolyn Doebert, Luke Austin, Karen Belles & Yvonne Dugan. Happy birthday on Wednesday, July 17th to Nathaniel Cohen, Marie O'Hara, Jim Pedlow, Mary Warburton, Kathleen Scully & Frances Havens .
Happy 60th wedding anniversary today, July 11th to Mary Ellen & Jerry Kippley. The Kippley's were married in 1959 in Syracuse, NY. The family is planning a celebration in October in Youngstown, Ohio, at a football game between South Dakota State and Youngstown State. Grandson Joshua Manchigiah is a starting safety for the SDSU Jackrabbits.
Today's the day, 7-11, the convenience store chain, offers a free small Slurpee to any customer who walks through its doors, no strings attached. The offer's good from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Slurpee's originated in 1958 as an ICEE 7-11 got into the game in 1965-67. The favorite flavor is Coke, followed by cherry. The Slurpee capital of the world is Manitoba, Canada. Personally, I've never had one.
St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church, 2587 Baseline Rd, is hosting their Annual Chicken BBQ & Basket Raffle on Saturday, July 13th from 2pm - 7pm. Dinner tickets are $10 pre-sale until July 7, and $11 after July 7. Veterans eat free with proper ID. All are welcome! Drive-thru service will also be available! *Fabulous Basket Raffle and a 70″ LG Smart TV Raffle. Visit www.stmartinsgi.org.
Trinty U.M. Church, 2100 Whitehaven Rd., is hosting a family fun day on Saturday, July 13th from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., to celebrate school being out for the summer, parents not getting kids up early for school and warm weather. Food trucks, bounce houses, water slide, carnival games, live music, free basket giveaway and more!
The auction of Dino Mart, corner of Ransom & Stony Point Roads, that was to take place on Monday, July 8th, has been postponed.
The WNY 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament that was scheduled for Saturday, July 6th at the Grand Island Town Hall / Town Center was cancelled.
The Four Seasons Cinema on Military Road in Niagara Falls has announced that they will be closing on Sunday, August 4, 2019. After years of declining business, they can no longer stay open. If you have movie money or gift cards, use them as soon as possible.
Dixie on left, and Ginger.
After the recent deaths of our two Beagles, my husband and I adopted two dogs through Sadie's Safe Harbor Canine Rescue. It is a great organization out of Orchard Park, that goes where pets need to be rescued, and bring them back to WNY. They went to Texas to rescue these two and there are lots of pups to see on their website. Dixie is part hound, 44 lbs and is 5 months old. Ginger is who knows what, 30 lbs and almost 5 months. They have been with us one month and though a challenge, (think lots of digging, hosta destroying, non-stop wrestle/bite-a-thon), we love them!!!! Website.Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
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July 4, 2019
Happy birthday today to Chris Affuso, Alivia Manzo, Ella MacNeil & Bernie Cobello and on Friday, July 5th to Susan Kowzan & William Koch . On Saturday, July 6th to Capt. Peter Hayes & Concetta Wadsworth. Happy birthday Sunday, July 7th to Susan Willard, Anthony Gugino, Bruce Fuller, Bob Marble, Ellie Zaccaria & Stephen Birtz . Happy birthday Monday, July 8th to Cathy Thomas, Anthony Amato & Rosemary Campagna and on Tuesday, July 9th to Shannon Robillard, Tyler Liam Dawson, Jenine Linenfelser & Miles Havens. Happy birthday on Wednesday to Abby Englert, Justin Frentzel, Eric Bellanca, Maddie Mesmer & Elsie Bilyj .
Our favorite photographer Mary Stewart entered the above photo at Pixoto, the world's largest free photo contest site. The rose photo placed in the top 20% of photos for all of 2018. Nice job Mary!
The 9th Annual Grand Reunion will take place on Wednesday, July 3rd at Mallwitz's Island Lanes, starting at 6:00 p.m. The band, "Wide Right", begins at 7:00 p.m. There is no cover charge, and this is a 21 and over event.
The Dirty Bird Chicken 'n" Waffle food truck will be at Elderwood, 2850 Grand Island Blvd., on Friday, July 5th from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WNY 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament is planned for Saturday, July 6th at the Grand Island Town Hall / Town Center. (Cancelled)
The 4th Annual Grand Island Garden Walk takes place on Sunday, July 7th from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Pick up your map of participating gardens at the Town Commons Gazebo area, 2255 Baseline Road. This event is free.
Buffalo attorney Paul Cambria Jr. and wife Paula have purchased the West Oakfield home of former U.B. basketball coach Nate Oats for $1.6 million. Nate and his wife Crystal purchased the home just last summer, but a new coaching position at the University of Alabama forced a move. The home was built in 1904, is over 8000 square feet and has 250 feet of waterfront.
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June 27, 2019
Happy birthday today to Lily Panepinto, Tom Rall, Philip Bousquet & Tom Drabik and on Friday, June 28th to Norm Stessing, Eric Beyer, George DeGlopper & Dick Crawford. On Saturday, June 29th to Justine Vanthoff, Max Costello & Raymond DeGlopper. Happy birthday Sunday, June 30th to Brennan Morgan. Happy birthday Monday, July 1st to Joey Cali, Bob Kopf, Gary Roesch. Pat Colosi, Maria Leszczak & Margaret Giles and on Tuesday, July 2nd to Wilma Greenwood, Jason Davis, Joe Khreis, Georgio Panepinto, Natalie Mucci, John Wenner, Megan Pinzel & Paul Bassette . Happy birthday on Wednesday to Donald Lewis .
Happy 61st wedding anniversary on June 28th to Jo & Paul Klock. Happy anniversary on June 30th to Brian & Dana Robinson and to Barbara & Richard Brzyski. Happy 52nd anniversary to Rev. Paul & Ellie Robinson on July 1st.
The Grand Island Lawn Mower Race committee has announced they raised almost $5000 at the Father's Day event. Racing Results: Celebrity Race was won by Lynn Dingy who narrowly inched out Beck Stufkosky in two heats. The Vintage race was won by Lyle Dinsmore, beating out first timer Ryan Timmerman. The Stock class was won by Art Meaney over Pete Marston Jr. The Modified class was won by John Dingey over Gary Roesch. The Super Modified class was won by Jason Bartolata, over long time winner Rob Schooping.
Hidden Meadow Trail Townhouses, 2625 Grand Island Blvd., and Heron Pointe Apartments, 1993 Grand Island Blvd. are having an open house on Saturday, June 29th from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. These are high-end apartment and town house rentals.
Cashless Tolling Customer Assistance Sessions will take place Tuesday & Thursday afternoons at the WNY Welcome Center. Details.
The St. Stephen Annual Rummage Sale will be held in the air-conditioned school gym on Thursday - Sunday, July 27-30, see details and times here.
The 9th Annual Grand Reunion will take place on Wednesday, July 3rd at Mallwitz's Island Lanes, starting at 6:00 p.m. The band, "Wide Right", begins at 7:00 p.m. There is no cover charge, and this is a 21 and over event. See flyer.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday June 24, 2019. See video.
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June 20, 2019
Happy birthday today to Savannah Kustra, Joseph Verdi, Bev Kroetsch, Melinda Evans, Paula Callahan, Jacob Rowles, Carl Pinzel, Jim Linenfelser. John Frentzel, Andrea Rogers & Cindy Hagan and on Friday, June 21st to Alexandra Whitford, Warren Dinnis Rimer & Dana Gast. On Saturday, June 22nd to Melissa Thurnherr-Giambra, Patsy Johnson, Michael Baungartner & Mary Ann Reszel. Happy birthday Sunday, June 23rd to Tim Burley, Marilyn Johnson, Bill Lang, Mel Passarelli & Keelan Erhard . Happy birthday Monday, June 24th to Conor Bryan, Linda Roberts Krug, Tom Dahlquist, Sandra Grillo & Daniel Kutis and on Tuesday, June 25th to Cole Glessner, Nancy Valone, Brian O’Connor, Morgan Blum, Megan Zahradnik & William Gugino. Happy birthday on Wednesday to Tom Luescher, Jan Rose & Cheryl Gonda.
Grand Island Little League Fan Appreciation Day, Basket Raffle and Food Drive was postponed to Saturday, June 22nd at Veterans Park from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Free hotdogs while supplies last. 50/50 & basket raffle to benefit GIAA and non-perishable food drive to benefit The Neighbors Foundation. See flyer.
Riverside-Salem Environmental Sanctuary, 3449 West River Road is hosting "Music in the Woods" on Sunday, June 23, 2019 at 4:00 p.m., rain or shine. Featured will be Nan Hoffman, Joe Tumino and Kathy DeLoughry. Refreshments/potluck - Free-will donation. For more information call Nan (773-5315), June (773-1426).
Christina Podlucky wrote: I am pleased to announce that The Linda Basta Memorial Foundation will be donating around $10,000 to Children's Hospital this year (double what we donated last year)! This money goes directly to the children and their families in an attempt to allow them to live as normal a life as possible while they fight through this disease, and I am humbled and appreciative of your willingness to be a part of this. Thank you again, and we hope to see you next year!
From an Island real estate professional... Dino Mart at corner of Stony Point and Ransom Roads is going back to the auction house and will be sold to the highest bidder on July 8th. (Auction Cancelled)
The Grand Island Relay For Life has raised over $105,000 this year.
The 9th Annual Grand Reunion will take place on Wednesday, July 3rd at Mallwitz's Island Lanes, starting at 6:00 p.m. The band, "Wide Right", begins at 7:00 p.m. There is no cover charge, and this is a 21 and over event. See flyer.
Wicked Lewsers are a KISS cover band and will participate again in the July 4th parade. The song list is...Detroit Rock City, Love Gun, Shout It Out Loud and Rock n Roll All Night
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June 13, 2019
Happy birthday today to Paul Sommer, Kim Nestark, Jeffrey Wansart III, Danielle (Hassan) Martin & Philip Pack and on Friday, June 14th to Catherine Mancuso, Spencer O'Boyle, David Conbo, Jamin Cope & Raven Khreis. On Saturday, June 15th to Chris Russell, Ingeborg Haslam & Jennifer Knoll. Happy birthday Sunday, June 16th to Claire Neuhaus, Helen Vickers & Maryann Provorse. Happy birthday Monday, June 17th to Karen Wallace, Morgan Santorio, Lloyd Potter, Michelle Driess & Anna Vaccaro and on Tuesday, June 18th to Jacob Olszewski, Kester Bleich, Christopher Stessing, Nathaniel Cohan & Helen Harrington. Happy birthday on Wednesday to Mira Tetkowski Berkley, Randy White, Reg Schopp, Cindy Cosgrove, Marge Lebren & Adriana Kavanaugh.
The Hydroplane Races are back and they are celebrating their 80th ANNIVERSARY!!!! August 3 & 4, 2019 at Gratwick Park or if you're lucky enough to live on East River, in your front yard! Come out and join in two days of fun and great entertainment. There will be fireworks, food and craft vendors, and much more. More information to come, so stay tuned!
Grand Island Little League Fan Appreciation Day, Basket Raffle and Food Drive is on Saturday, June 15th at Veterans Park from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Free hotdogs while supplies last. 50/50 & basket raffle to benefit GIAA and non-perishable food drive to benefit The Neighbors Foundation. See flyer.
The GI Rotary is hosting their annual paper shred event on Saturday, June 15th at Key Bank, in Top's Plaza. It takes place from 10:00 a.m. - noon. The cost is $10 per box.
The Grand Island Father's Day Mary Dunbar-Daluisio Memorial Lawnmower Race and Kevin Doring Memorial 5K Walk/Run & Car Show will be held on Sunday, June 16, 2019 at 3957 West River Parkway, (near Long Road). There will also be a kid zone, food, music and 50/50. See flyer for more details.
The Buffalo Launch Club mates social group hosted a "Stop the Abuse Music Fest" Fundraiser in 2018, and recently presented a check for $24,079.58 to the GI Family Justice Center . The check was presented by Joan Lukowski, Jeanine Little, Karen Panzarella Brodie and Laura Mason at the Family Justice Center Voices Ending Violence Fundraiser. Thank you to all who came out and supported this event last summer.
WNY 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament is planned for Saturday, July 6th at the Grand Island Town Hall / Town Center. It is being organized by Dan and Shara Derosier. Register Here.
Please note: STM Northtowns Support Group at the High School is postponed while they secure a new location.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday June 10, 2019. See video.
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June 6, 2019
Happy birthday today to Peter Fadum, Victoria Aronica & Joan Mazur and on Friday, June 7th to Sally Waterson, Sandy Ackerman, Lorraine Dale & Brandon Loder. On Saturday, June 8th to Russ Colosi, Ryan Osvath & Debbie Becker . Happy birthday Sunday, June 9th to Nathan Cook, Jason Wilkinson, Irmgard Hohbach & JT Tomkins. Happy birthday Monday, June 10th to Dolores Wojdan & Peggy Skeels and on Tuesday, June 11th to Chris Beyer, Richard Furman, Aleida Delgado & Cynthia Lin. Happy birthday on Wednesday to Jeff Baumler, Roy Meyers & Randy Whitbeck.
Happy wedding anniversary on June 7th to Jim & Laury Linenfelser. Happy anniversary on June 10th to Kevin & Amanda Brady .
Mrs. Lynn Laman was a Grand Island School District Art teacher for many years, starting in the 1950's. After retiring in 1992, she remained very active in all kinds of activities on Grand Island, including Zonta Club. Sadly, Mrs. Laman passed away last week at the age of 89. Her funeral will be at 10:00 am Saturday, June 8th at St. Stephen’s.
A West River homeowner was "pulled over" for cutting the parkway grass in front of his and his neighbors homes this week. It was a warning, and he was told next time there would be a ticket.
Grand Island was listed in a Buffalo News article as being one of the five fastest-growing towns in Western New York. 2010 census - 20, 395, 2018 census - 21,294, an increace of 4.4% Other towns in the top five are: Clarence, Pendleton, Elma & Lancaster.
The 3rd Annual Relay For Life is tomorrow, June 7th at Veterans Park, starting at 4:00 p.m. There will be plenty of activities, food and raffle options, all in support of fighting cancer. See Schedule of Events.
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May 30, 2019
Happy birthday today to Jim Watz, Michael Dinsmore, Jill Stamler & Linda Facklam and on Friday, May 31st to Bob Backlund & Nikki Roesch. On Saturday, June 1st to Alan Sexton, Loretta Crvelin, Leslie Madigan, Kelly McGarvey & Loretta Leszczak Crvelin . Happy birthday Sunday, June 2nd to Dan Hiam, Diane Gerard, Dianne Tiede & William Bermel. Happy birthday Monday, June 3rd to Anne Timmerman, Kathy Molnar, Jordan Dixon, Jason Hill, Richard Koch & Willis Schwartz and on Tuesday, June 4th to Mike Stewart, Elizabeth Wedrychowicz, Karen Vanthoff & Deanna Kutis and happy birthday on Wednesday to Patti Loquasto, Beverly Kudla, & Brent Lesser.
Happy wedding anniversary today to Mark & Pattie Frentzel. Happy 45th anniversary tomorrow to Doug & Pat Harding. Happy wedding anniversary on June 2nd to Doug & Janet Saltzman.
The Linda Basta Memorial Charity Walk walk and basket raffle will take place at Veterans Park, 1845 Bedell Road on Saturday, June 1st at 10:00 a.m. See website for walk details. You can sign up at the event.
The Grand Island band "The Yasgur Project" will be having a concert on Saturday, June 1st at the Knights of Columbus, 1841 Whitehaven Road. Band members are Tony Nigro, Marty Binda, Reed Stewart, Bob Piatek and Ferd Duesel. The show is called "Classic Rock Radio Live" and begins at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $5. See flyer for details. Their tag line..."Music from the 60's by guys in their 60's."
Love Road roadwork has begun, Erie County is now milling between East River and West River Roads. Bush Road has been milled. They are waiting for bids for resurfacing. Next up is Baseline Road, from Whitehaven to East River.....FINALLY!
The 3rd Annual Relay For Life Zumbathon wil be held at the Radisson Hotel on Sunday, June 2, 2019, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 pre-sale or $20 at the door. There wil be a basket raffle and 50/50. See flyer.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday May 20, 2019. See video.
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May 16 - May 29, 2019
Happy birthday today to Dorothy Lenehen and on Friday, May 17th to Stephanie Senn, Nikolas Massaro, Renee Tasevski, Caoimhe Carpenter, Ellen Faber & Viktor Dekany . On Saturday, May 18th to Bob Pownall, Chase Luthringer & Peggy Winterfield. Happy birthday Sunday, May 19th to Adam Garlapow, Peyton Golde, Pattie Frentzel, Carl Flick & Sandy Caffery, 89 years young! . Happy birthday Tuesday, May 21st to JT Stamler, Steven Parisi, Dan Fitzgerald & Trudy O'Connor and happy birthday on Wednesday to Tom McDonough, Nathan DeMartin, Audry Brown & Jayne Playfair .
Happy wedding anniversary to Barb & Bill Wilson on Wednesday, May 22nd. Happy anniversary to Kim & Scott Kalman on May 23rd.
Next week's birthdays: Happy birthday Thursday, May 23rd to Chris Sugar, Dawn Fitzgerald & Ray Ackerman and on Friday, May 24th to Jordan Hiam, Catherine Long (96 this year!), Gayle Piershalski & Debra Coughlin. May 25 - Happy birthday... Marissa Cooney, Cathy Contino, Karen Wallace, Mercedes Miles & Thomas Pellegrino. May 26 - Lee Tetkowski (96), Greg Bruenn, Michael Craig Davis, Michael Ball, Liz Wilbert & Carrie Mesmer. May 27 - Ray Pauley, Cindy Hagen, Richard McClive, Jim Rodriguez & Nancy Aydelotte. May 28 - Pat Shaw, Chris Sugar, Ian Cameron, Mary Leigh Burke, Mitchell Samplinski, Sophia Myers & Diane Darmofalski. May 29 - Liam Dodd, Pam Fries, Sharon Bauer, Jean Westmoore & Richard Campangna.
The 56th annual George A. Obenauer Masters Tournament takes place at AMF Lancaster Lanes, starting Thursday, May 16th. Grand Island resident Mike Johnson was the third seed with 1,674 and Mike Mallwitz took the last spot with a 1,577. Good luck guys!
The Grand Island Historical Society is having an Open House at their museum at River Lea in Beaver Island State Park. It will be on Sunday, May 19th from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
On Saturday, May 18th: The VFW Post 9249 is hosting a family breakfast on Saturday, May 18th. This fundraiser is open to members, guests and the community. The buffet breakfast includes scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage, pancakes, fruit, juice and coffee. Service is from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. and the cost is $7.00 per person.
AND: St. Timothy Lutheran Child Care Center Annual Spring Fundraiser from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at 1453 Staley Road. There will be family entertainment, Master's Chicken & Rib BBQ and a basket raffle. See flyer.
AND: The Knights of Columbus Good Samaritan Council is hosting a Taste of Italy on Saturday, May 18th, from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., at the St. Stephen School cafeteria. Tickets are $15 ($13 Senior & Child discount). See flyer.
If the weather ever decides to cooperate, check out Blue Water Marina's kayak rental and eco tours. Dan & Tom Stedman have regular sit-in or sit-on kayaks and also fishing kayaks. See website for more information.
Casey's Cabana on Ferry Road and East River in Ferry Village will be opening Memorial Day weekend. Hours are Saturday, 12-7pm, Sunday, 12-7pm and Monday, 12-7pm.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday May 13, 2019. See video.
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May 9, 2019
Happy birthday today to Gary Novitz, Jimmy Geblein & Jeff Dinsmore and on Friday, May 10th to Patricia Kraft, Dana Hayes Erickson, Geraldine Mondi, Greg DeMike & Donny Dee. On Saturday, May 11th to Mike Zimmerman, Nikki Fadel, Charlie Lavallee & Barb Swagler. Happy birthday Sunday, May 12th to Kim Kinney, Janet Brennan, Lisa Hogrewe & Mary Quinn, and on Monday, May 13th to Charles Lambert, Kurt Marlin, Linda Fearon, Victoria Cacciatore, Judy Buzby, Dennis McGinn, Tom Rodriguez, Bruce Wojick & Susan Bognar . Happy birthday Tuesday, May 14th to Lyn Laman & Carol Volk and happy birthday on Wednesday to Teressa Meyer, Gabriel Wansart, Kevin Rustowicz & Edward Bognar.
Happy 34th wedding anniversary to Terry & Mike Endres, married May 11, 1985.
The Grand Island American Legion Post 1346 is hosting its annual flower fundraiser on Friday & Saturday, May 10 & 11, from 7:00 a.m. - sold out, at the VFW Post, 2121 Grand Island Blvd. Baskets are $15.00 each. See flyer.
Elderwood at Grand Island will host the Caribbean Flava food truck on Friday, May 10th at 2850 Grand Island Blvd., from 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Moms golf for free on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 12th, at the Island Fun Center, 2660 Grand Island Blvd. They will be open 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. See website.
The Professional Nurses Association of Western New York named Joyce Warning as a 2019 Nurse of Distinction nominee. Joyce has 26 years experience as a nurse and health care professional. She serves as a director, utilization management and comprehensive care services, for BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York. Congratulations Joyce!
The new stop lights at Whitehaven and I-190 are expected to be in operation as of Tuesday, May 14th.
VFW Post 9240 Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ Fundraiser is Wednesday, May 15th from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $10.00. Pre-sale tickets are encouraged by stopping at the post, 2121 Grand Island Blvd. See flyer for details.
The 3rd Annual Relay For Life Zumbathon has been rescheduled and wil be held at the Radisson Hotel on Sunday, June 2, 2019, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 pre-sale or $20 at the door. There wil be a basket raffle and 50/50. See flyer.
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May 2, 2019
Happy birthday today to Joan Fred, Brent Fred Jr., & Jim Bartolotta and on Friday, May 3rd to Katie Hillock, Patrick Smith & Vince Martello. On Saturday, May 4th to Sandie Rall-Smith, Emily Harnden, Mark Cunningham, William Gerristead, Mary Pascucci, Frank Tominich, Rev Paul Robinson, & Chris Stedman. Happy birthday Sunday, May 5th to Kathy Dilamarter & Scott Whiting, and on Monday, May 6th to Carol Hugill, Linda Skotnicki, Tammy Violanti, Tina Giambra, Paul Gast & Rosemary Wojick. Happy birthday Tuesday, May 7th to James DiCillis, Justin Geisenhoff, Betty Ann Wilkie, Mike Dudley & ME!, and happy birthday on Wednesday to Kara Dudley, Michele DiChristina, Lynn Gottler, John Lorenz, Michael Davis & Alice Blain .
Happy 45th wedding anniversary to Penny & Mike Linenfelser, married May 4, 1974.
The Grand Island Historical Society May General Meeting is tonight, Thursday, May 2, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at River Lea in Beaver Island State Park. The guest speaker is Jim Pace, president of the West Seneca Historical Society, with a presentation, "West Seneca Ebenezer Society, Community of True Inspiration". Refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Looking for a great gift for mom or dad this year? A brick paver at the new Sidway playground would be something to be proud of. Bricks are available until June 4th. Check out story here.
Bogey's at Beaver Island opened today, Thursday, May 2nd.
The Grand Island Conservation Advisory Board and the Grand Island Central School District are hosting an event in honor of Arbor Day. The event is scheduled from 10 to noon on Saturday, May 4th at the high school where there will be games, a scavenger hunt, tree planting ceremony, and other fun activities for kids of all ages. There will also be free saplings for attendees to take home with directions on planting and care. See flyer.
Seema Boutique in the Island Ship Center is having a one day sale on Saturday, May 4th, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Go on the Island Ship Center website to get the 25% off coupon, for one retail item.
The 3rd Annual Relay For Life Zumbathon wil be held at the Radisson Hotel on Sunday, May 5, 2019, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 pre-sale or $20 at the door. There wil be a basket raffle and 50/50. See flyer.
Trinity United Methodist Church is having a family fiesta on Sunday, May 5th from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Each ticket includes food and games, and a pinata every hour. Proceeds go to the Trinity Youth Mission Project. Adults - $10, Seniors - $8, Children - $6. See flyer.
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April 25, 2019
Happy birthday on Friday, April 26th to Mark Miles, Travis & Craig Perno, Lisa Braun, Brooke Christensen, Karen and Tessa DeMartin, & Scott Driess III . On Saturday, April 27th to Dr. Bob Miller, Bethany Leiner, Brandon Kinney, Henry Mayer & Tom Natale . Happy birthday Sunday, April 28th to April Wright, Elijah Linenfelser, Jaimen Wright, Pat Ehringer, Janet Austin, Kim Glessner & Jim Teator, and on Monday, April 29th to Diane Goupil, Frank Cannata, Herman Black, Bruce Hann & Rick Magro. Happy birthday Tuesday, April 30th to JP Kennedy, John Podlucky, Jessica Bykowicz, Ava DeFranks, Anna Pullano , Taylor Firth, Janet Pedlow & Georgette Combes and happy birthday on Wednesday to Krystin Hoppel, Amber Spiesz, Cynthia Stamler & Karen Conboy .
2019 All-League Boys Basketball team: GIHS Senior Cam Sionko was named to the first team. GIHS Girls Basketball Coach Kristin Wegrzyn was named NFLCoach of the Year. Junior Lydia Sweeney was named Niagara Frontier Player of the Year. Senior Samantha Bailey was named to the Niagara Frontier first team and Grace Carey & Julia Eichel were named to the third team. Congratulations to all!
Elderwood at Grand Island is hosting the Cheesy Chick Food Truck on Friday, April 26th, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The address is 2850 Grand Island Blvd.
The opening day at Island Fun Center for the 2019 season is Friday April 26th at 4pm! They are celebrating the 25th season with BIG changes such as new batting cages, new arcade games and a big new food menu! Know someone who needs a summer job? Apply today here : https://www.islandfuncenter.com/employment.
A DeGlopper Memorial Park work party is set for Saturday, April 27th, starting at 8:00 a.m. Everone is welcome to come lend a hand laying 34,000 squares of sod. Committe member Chris Taylor said "even an hour of your time will be very helpful." The park is located at the corner of Grand Island Blvd. and Baseline Road.
The VFW Post 9249 is hosting a family breakfast on Saturday, April 27th. This fundraiser is open to members, guests and the community. The buffet breakfast includes scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage, pancakes, fruit, juice and coffee. Service is from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. and the cost is $7.00 per person.
Heron Pointe Apartments on Grand Island Blvd. is hosting an open house this weekend. On Saturday, April 27th you can enjoy lunch wraps with veggies and munchies. On Sunday, brunch will be served with all the fixings. See Facebook page.
An editorial by the Buffalo News Editorial Board on Saturday, April 20th, pointed out that Grand Island has a case of NIMBY syndrome, (not in my back yard). It refers to the new solar farm on Whitehaven Road. See editorial.
The Lions Club Spaghetti Dinner is on Monday, April 29th at the Radisson Hotel from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Flyer.
Need Something Moved, Picked Up or Delivered? Give Grand Island Waste Management a call at 774-0418. Price varies, depending on distance.
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April 18, 2019
Happy birthday today to Mark Hassan, Norma Horton & Nunzio Spacone and on Friday, April 19th to Lela Mancuso & Paul Brush. On Saturday, April 20th to JoAnn Podlucky, Tina Miller & Bernadette Brown. Happy birthday Sunday, April 21st to Kim Domagala, Cindy Bleich, Rich Ray & Heidi Travagline, and on Monday, April 22nd to Genna Baldassarre, Laurie Steckelberg & Yvonne Turri . Happy birthday Tuesday, April 23rd to Sydney Neuhaus, Kathy Lechner, Linda Kutzbach, Erica Forbes, Nathan Miles and happy birthday on Wednesday to Brad Robinson & Mary O'Brien.
Happy 66th wedding anniversary to Athena & Pete Xanthos tomorrow, April 19th.
Grand Island Recreation Department Easter Egg Hunt and Visit with the Island Easter Bunny is on Friday, April 19th at 10:00 a.m., at the Miracle League Shelter at Veteran's Park. See flyer.
VFW Lenten Fish Dinner will take place on Friday, April 19th from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the post, 2121 Gand Island Blvd. Portions are HUGE and include baked or fried fish, French Fries, cole slaw, macaroni salad, bread, butter and coffee. Cost is $11, eat in or take out. See flyer.
St. Stephen School of Grand Island will host its last Lenten Fish Fry Dinner each Friday, April 19th. Dinners will be served from 4:30pm – 7:00pm, Good Friday Take-Out only. Take-Out orders will be taken by phone at 716-773-4347 from 4:00 to 7:00pm. See flyer.
If you are doing some spring cleaning, this event might be just what you need. A Nicaragua Mission Collection is being held on Thursday, May 9th. They will take summer clothing, shoes and household items at the Knights of Columbus Hall, between 10am and 6pm. See details.
Last Thursday my family had to say goodbye to our dear Beagle Stella, after almost 15 years. We chose "Lap of Love", Veterinary Hospice to come to the house. Dr. Steven Schultz, DVM made the process, kind and loving, in the comfort of our own home. If you become faced with this heartbreaking issue, remember them. Lap of Love website.
The Town Highway Department will collect remaining Republic recycling totes between April 22nd and May 3rd. Leave your empty Republic tote out on your garbage day for pick up.
Another dollar store? Facebook rumormill has it that the cleared land next to the gas station on Love Road will be some form of dollar store.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday April 16, 2019. See video.
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April 11, 2019
Happy birthday today to Roman Jurga & Arlene Edhe and on Friday, April 12th to Kathy Elias, Mary McDonnell & Ted Pawlowski. On Saturday, April 13th to Grace Aswad, Betty Killian (96!), & Nicole Butcher. Happy birthday Sunday, April 14th to Dan Robinson, Nicholas Aronica & John Leszczak, and on Monday, April 15th to Jim Panepinto, Curt Nestark, Trish Birtz & Jacquie DesJardins-LoManto. Happy birthday Tuesday, April 16th to Marie Casey, Helen Harrison & Judith (Judy) Wynne and happy birthday on Wednesday to Jon Albertsson & Rob Kopf.
Three Grand Island High School seniors were named to the Scholar-Athlete team recently. To be nominated for the team, students must have carried a 90-plus average for the previous six semesters and been a starter or significant player in their fall sport. They are: Samantha Bailey, Girls Basketball; Nicholas Carey, Boys Indoor Track & Field & Rhys Mendel, Boys Ice Hockey. Congratulations!!
LOST CAT: Jazz is a black female, missing from Staley Road, between Baseline & West River. She is friendly but skittish. Call Angela at 479-0312.
The GI Historical Society is having an open house on Sunday, April 14th at River Lea, Beaver Island State Park from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Cheer on the racers/walkers for the Purple Ribbon Warrior 5k being held on Sunday, April 14th, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., starting and ending at Say Cheese Pizza. Race proceeds go to Relay For Life of Grand Island in Memory of Mary Dunbar-Dalusio. There will be a basket raffle.
Taste New York at the Grand Island Welcome Center, 1999 Alvin road is hosting a story & activity hour on Sunday, April 14 (noon), 28th(4:00 p.m.) and May 5th(noon). Kids ages 4-8 listen to a story then participate in a related activity. The series starts with "Before We Eat, from farm to table". Afterwards kids can plant vegetable seeds to take home and grow themselves. There is no charge.
Some were wondering what was going on at the space in the Grand Island Plaza, formerly occupied by the Brick Oven. Word on the street is a private wrestling club. Not sure what that means. I googled it and found a few entries describe the term as "focused on conditioning, strength, and technique training."
Adrian's Custard & Beef opened on Wednesday, April 10th. Spring hours will be 11 am - 9 pm (kitchen will close at 8:30), seven days a week.Weather permitting, opening day for Beaver Island Golf Course is Thursday, April 25th. They will have a new pro shop this year.
The Brick Paver Sidway Playground Fundraiser is still in operation, with an ending date of June 4th. It would be a perfect Mother's Day or Father's Day gift!
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday April 8, 2019. See video.
I have cousins in the Florida Keys...cousin Mark posted the above photo this week.
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April 4, 2019
Happy birthday today to Natalie Baldassare, Zoe Dodd, Mike Geblein & Adele Cole and on Friday, April 5th to Daniel Tagiareni. On Saturday, April 6th to Sherri Garner . Happy birthday Sunday, April 7th to Barb Wilson, and on Monday, April 8th to Tom Crooks, Lucy Delavalle, Jean Mortenson & Daniel Lynch. Happy birthday Tuesday, April 9th to Wayne Kinney, Rhett Robinson, Becca Zimmerman, Walter Diringer, Carolyn Marble & Gerald Kutis and happy birthday on Wednesday to Sue Kaiser.
Happy 46th wedding anniversary to Vince & Margaret Martello on Sunday, April 7th.
Very sad news...Momma De's Mixing Bowl at 1879 Whitehaven Road has lost its lease and will be closing on Saturday, April 13th. Ellen DeNormand plans on baking out of her house, so keep an eye on the Momma De's Facebook page for news.
Adrian's Custard & Beef is opening Friday, April 5th, 5-8pm and Saturday, noon to 3pm, serving ice cream only. They plan to be fully opened by Wednesday, April 10th.
The GI Historical Society April general meeting and program tonight, Thursday, April 4th at 7:00 p.m. The program is featuring Island native and commercial pilot Jay Englert and "A Cold Day Alaska Adventure." Everyone welcome, refreshments served.
Volunteers are needed for the Purple Ribbon Warrior 5k being held on Sunday, April 14th, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., starting and ending at Say Cheese Pizza. Certain corners of the race route need traffic control. Volunteers all get food voucher and an option to purchase a dri fit race shirt for $5-6. Race proceeds go to Relay For Life of Grand Island in Memory of Mary Dunbar-Dalusio. Please email Kim Kalman at kim@raru.com or call 465-5574 for volunteer options.
Grand Island Central School District has received an increase of 3.44% in State aid in the new budget. They will receive $17,321,269.
Former Island resident Carlin Hartman has been mentioned as a possible replacement for UB Basketball Coach Nate Oats. He is currently at the University of Oklahoma. Hartman was a GI basketball star in the late 1980's and played college ball at Tulane University.
Speaking of UB Basketball. it is reported that outgoing coach and Island resident Nate Oats got a huge contract, at nearly 3 times his salary, to the tune of $2.462 million a year.
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March 28, 2019
Happy birthday today to Sherry Miller, Annalea Masiello, Liza Bowman, Olivia Williams, Barb Wienke, Kenna MacNeil, Jacob Stewart, & Valerie Robinson and on Friday, March 29th to Margie Southwood, Tracey Shickluna, Chloe Fitzsimmons & Michele LaBarre. On Saturday, March 30th to Sharon Wright . Happy birthday Sunday, March 31st to Barry Smith & Tom Shanor, and on Monday, April 1st to Jeremy Figler. Happy birthday Tuesday to Joel Moyer, Sharon Stevens-Downing & Susan Ventry and happy birthday on Wednesday to Dante LoPresti. Happy wedding anniversary to Rosemary & Bruce Wojick on Sunday, March 31st.
Isledegrande received a generous donation and a very nice note this week. It read, "Great Job! I look forward to each week to catch up with the going ons back home. Keep up the good work." It was from Kevin "Skee" Zoldowski, a former Island resident, long time reader and big fan. Thanks Skee!
Island native Kyle Staub was in a horrific motorcycle accident on October 26th, sustaining numerous traumatic injuries. He is on a long road to recovery. A fundraiser is planned for Sunday, March 31st at the Sephen Sikora Post 1322, 950 Payne Avenue, Tonawanda, NY 14120. The time is 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. and tickets are $20. There will be food, a cash bar, basket raffle and 50/50. For ticket information contact Kyle at 716-345-6926.
The Republican Committee would like to thank 773 North for the great job they did at the GOP Meet & Greet on Tuesday, March 12th. Everyone had an awesome time.,
The first Hasek's Heroes WNY High School Hockey Awards banquet was held on Wednesday, March 27th at the Lexus Club in KeyBank Center. GIHS hockey coach Don Pray earned Federation boys coach of the year, and Abigail Blair of the Federation girls Kenmore/Grand Island team earned defensive player of the year award. Congratulations!
Mallwitz's Island Lanes, 1887 Whitehaven Rd., is again hosting the Wide Right Band & Basket Raffle on Saturday, March 30th. The basket raffle takes place from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Wide Right plays from 8:00 p.m. - midnight. Show your support for Relay For Life Grand Island and the American Cancer Society.
The Grand Island Cooperative Nursery School is hosting a Family Fun & Basket Raffle on Saturday, March 30th at the Trinity Family Room, 2100 Whitehaven Road, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. See flyer.
The Grand Island Father's Day Mary Dunbar-Daluisio Memorial Lawnmower Race and Kevin Doring Memorial 5K Walk/Run & Car Show will be held on Sunday, June 16, 2019 at 3957 West River Parkway, (near Long Road). There will also be a kid zone, food, music and 50/50. See flyer for more details.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday March 25, 2019. See video.
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March 21, 2019
Happy birthday today to Paul Roeder, Ruth Ryan, Daniel Parker, Dolores Laska & Dorothy Martinelli and on Friday, March 22nd to Wendy Stratton-Gross, Peter Baker & Bev Kinney. On Saturday, March 23rd to Pattie Beauchamp, Jim Olmstead, Pat Harding & Ryan Kernin. Happy birthday Sunday, March 24th to Jillian Sheehan, and on Monday, March 25th to Jim Ehde, Jack Mahnk, Amy Blundell & Sue Ann Mackenna. Happy birthday Tuesday to Kendall Duscher, Betty Marinell & Angelo LaDuca and happy birthday on Wednesday to Brooklyn Landroche & Clive Roughsedge.
GIHS senior Cam Sionko will be playing in the 22nd Silver Hoops Classic at City Honors, Saturday, March 23rd. His NFL team will take on the ECIC 1 Stars at 2:30 p.m.
Grand Island graduate Carlin Hartman is going back to the March Madness tournament for a third straight year as an assistant coach at Oklahoma, the No. 9 seed in the South Region. Hartman played in consecutive NCAA tournaments for Tulane in 1992-93 and was an assistant coach at Louisiana-Lafayette when the Ragin’ Cajuns qualified in 2005. Oklahoma (19-13) will take on No. 8 seed Mississippi (20-12) at 12:40 p.m. Friday (truTV) in Columbia, S.C.
Minutes from the January 8, 2019, Traffic Safety Advisory Board meeting states that two traffic lights will be installed at the Whitehaven Rd. and I-190 exits due to limited site. Date for installation is not yet available.
The Cinderella Isle Garden Club will hold its March meeting tonight, Thursday, March 21, 2019 at 7 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church at 2100 Whitehaven Rd.,
A Bowl-a-Thon, Silent Auction and Basket Raffle will be held on Friday, March 22, 2019 at Mallwitz's Island Lanes at 6:00 p.m. Students are $15/adults $20. Tickets inculde 2 games cosmic bowling, shoe rental, pizza & pop. Raise donations and get free basket raffle tickets. See flyer for details.
The VFW Post 9249 is hosting a family breakfast on Saturday, March 23rd. This fundraiser is open to members, guests and the community. The buffet breakfast includes scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage, pancakes, fruit, juice and coffee. Service is from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. and the cost is $7.00 per person.
The Grand Island High School Class of 2021 is having a fundraiser at Chipotle, 1785 Military Road, Niagara Falls on Tuesday, March 26th from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Tell the cashier you're supporting the class and 33% of the proceeds will be donated. See flyer Nominate your local firehall contest on radio station WYRK. Could win $3000 in Gorilla Garage Gear. Entries eligible through Sunday, March 24th. Vote here.
Town of GI Recreation and Golden Age Center are looking for recreation attendents. See Rec. flyer and GAC flyer.
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March 14, 2019
Happy birthday today March 14th to Jon Grenda, Kathy Shaklee, Rebecca Popiel & Jim Walf. Happy birthday Friday, March 15th to Gail Monti, Elizabeth Figler, John Corrao, Mindi Kratz & Henry Lobl and on Saturday, March 16th to Megan Malaney, Dan Lee, Cameron Willer, Pat Phillips, Aree Saenger & Debbie Jenkins. Happy birthday Sunday, March 17th to Bill Brobeil, Nancy Anderson, Nonnie Carroll & Paul Gurzinski, and on Monday, March 18th to Adam Missert, Nicholas Tim, Audrey Mason & Eddie Krecisz. Happy birthday Tuesday to Carol Sharpe, Lester Lee, Ruth Landel, Joseph Roberts & Richard McDonald and happy birthday on Wednesday to Marty Bidell, Mary O'Dea Beyer & David Ames.
Happy anniversary on March 16th to Vicki & Ian Harnden, 34 years and Bob & Debbie Guenther, 40 years. Also happy anniversary to Amy & Steve Morgan on March 19th.
A very special happy belated birthday to Ralph Hoover, who turned 91 years young yesterday, March 13th. Ralph moved in with his daughter, Nancy Hoover Anderson about 5 weeks ago, and is not feeling the greatest. Ralph loves to get mail so if there is anyone out there that knows Ralph and the great guy he is, you can send your birthday greetings or get well greetings to him as follows: Ralph Hoover, 87 Monica Road, Grand Island, NY 14072. If you would like to visit him, please contact Nancy at nannerfrog1@yahoo.com.
Grand Island native Brett Kern, a punter who made the Pro Bowl in the last two years, has signed a four-year extension with the Tennessee Titans. NFL Network reported the extension is worth $12.55 million with a $2.2 million signing bonus. An 11-year veteran, Kern signed with the Titans in 2009 and his most recent extension was in 2015. That deal was set to expire after the 2019 season. Kern, 33, averaged 47.1 yards a punt last season with a 41.7-yard net. He had 39 punts downed inside the 20 and only punted into the end zone three times. He spent his first two seasons with the Denver Broncos. For his career, he has 834 punts for an average of 45.9.
The VFW Post 9249 is hosting a St. Patrick's Day All Weekend Party. Party starts 6:30 p.m. on Friday, March 15 and ends closing Sunday, March 17th. A corned beef & cabbage dinner will be on Saturday, March 16th from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. There will be drink specials all weekend.
Knights of Columbus Good Samaritan Council is hosting a Corned Beef & Cabbage dinner on Saturday, March 16, 2019, at St. Stephen School cafeteria. Cost is $15 per person with senior & child discounts, and includes corned beef dinner & dessert. See flyer.
Adrian's Custard & Beef is having Open Interviews on Saturday, March 16th, 12pm-4pm at 2352 Grand Island Blvd. Come in the back kitchen door.
The Grand Island Historical Society is having an Open House at River Lea in Beaver Island State Park on Sunday, March 17th from 2pm - 4pm. Come see Grand Island history.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday March 11, 2019. See video.
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March 7, 2019
Happy birthday on March 7th to Linda Leuchner, Glen Shepherd, Leda Barton, Lola Brindisi, Carol O’Connor, & Bill Ortiz. Happy birthday on Friday, March 8th to Rosemary Loth Fischer & Diane Grant and on Saturday, March 9th to Grace Wenner, Muriel Walker & Elaine Hardman. Happy birthday Sunday, March 10th to Nancy Seifert Dinan & Christie Lewis Hy, and on Monday, March 11th to Emily Bolles, Roman Cacciatore, David Cook & Shirley Norman. Happy birthday Tuesday to Al Meyer, Madison MacNeil, Ray Hayward, Michele Beauchamp & Jojo Paczynski Sparcino and happy birthday on Wednesday to Karen Hayes Smith, Martha Bojarski, Pat Kendzierski and son Adam Kratz, Susan Anstett Marston & Jody Ghianni.
Celebrating their 75th wedding anniversary last weekend at the Terrace in Delaware Park’s Marcy Casino were Richard "Bud" Whiting & the former Rosemary Woodworth, who were married March 4, 1944, in the rectory of St. Joseph’s New Cathedral. He is a World War II Army Air Corps veteran and a retired manufacturer’s representative. She is a retired secretary. Grand Island residents for 47 years, they have seven children, nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
At the behest of Councilman Peter Marston, the Town Board voted on Monday, March 4th to waive the user fees billed to the Grand Island Little League for use of the snack stand at Veterans Park in 2018. In other Veterans Park news; there will be a $25 "no show" fee on weekend days for fields that were prepared and not used. A 24-hour notice is required. Off Island adult soccer teams will now be charged a $300 registration fee to offset the cost of field preparation.
A former residence located at 2041 Baseline Road has been deemed an "unsafe structure" and will be demolished. The Town sent out numerous notices to the owner and has not received any communication. At this point the Town is seeking bids to complete the demolition.
St. Stephens School is starting their hugely popular fish fry on Friday, March 8th. See flyer.
The Democratic candidates invite the public to the Welcome Center for a “Meet the Candidates” afternoon coffee. Sunday, March 10th, 10am - 2pm.
The Republicans are also hosting a Meet the Candidates night on Tuesday, March 12th at 773 North. See flyer.
The Grand Island Parks Department is accepting applications for Seasonal Positions, see flyer.
Thunder on the Niagara will be held on Saturday & Sunday, August 3rd & 4th at Gratwick Park in North Tonawanda. It is sponsored in part by three Island owned companies, Snyder Industries, LDC Construction and GP:50. Activities include the boat races, a car show and vendors. See Poster.
NERDS GONE WILD are playing at River Oaks Golf Club, 201 Whitehaven Rd., on Saturday, March 9th, starting at 7:00 p.m.
Space is available in the GI Historical Society Community Ed program starting March 13th. Topics include the history of the many islands that surround Grand Island, now and in the past; Resorts of the Golden Era; and Farming in our community. The last class is held in River Lea at Beaver Island State Park, which is the Grand Island museum. See details.
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February 28, 2019
Happy birthday today, February 28th to Mary Ann Love, Barry Conway, David Steggs, Patrick McMahon & Ron Bastian. Happy birthday on Friday, March 1st to Jane Cooke, Jean Smith, Linda Hermann, Michael William Rayhill, Karie Stedman, Ashley Gorman, Sarah Dollendorf, Gail Click & Bridget McMahon and on Saturday, March 2nd to Jamie Akers Smith. Happy birthday Sunday, March 3rd to Jeff Denler & John Simon, and on Monday, March 4th to Kevin Smith & Mary Trinci . Happy birthday Tuesday to Tim Moriarty, David McConnell, Rich Amantia, Missy Fargino & Jeanne Powers and happy birthday on Wednesday to Hayden Backlund. Happy birthday to leap year babies Jason Weis, Greg Chamberlain & Donna Linenfelser.
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UPDATE: 2-Wmsv. South 65, 1-Grand Island 45 at the championship game Sunday, March 3rd.
Grand Island Vikings girls varsity basketball won the Class A-1 semi-final against Hamburg 44-40 in Clarence last night. From the Buffalo News: The Vikings had a struggle on their hands against the Bulldogs, especially after scoring only four points in the second quarter, leading them with a 21-20 halftime lead. GI outscored Hamburg, 12-5, in the third quarter but had to hold off the Bulldogs' fourth quarter rally. Lydia Sweeney scored 21 points. They will play Will. South in the championship game on Sunday at Buffalo State, 1:00 p.m.
UPDATE: The Vikings were defeated at Allyn Ice Arena 4-0 by Section III’s Skaneateles on Saturday, March 2nd.
The Grand Island boys Varsity Hockey Team won the Section VI Small School championship game at Harborcenter on Monday, February 25th, by the score of 3-2 over W. Seneca West. This is the varsity team's first sectional hockey title and allows them to compete in the regional on Saturday, March 2nd against Section III Skaneateles in their arena.
St. Stephen's Parish Players are presenting "Hello Dolly" on Thursday, February 28th and Friday and Saturday, March 1 & 2. See poster for details.
Former islander Dave Rowswell announced on Facebook that he will be competing in a Teacher's Tournament on Jeopardy in May.
The Grand Island Class of 1994 is having their 25th reunion on Saturday, July 6th at Say Cheese Pizza. Find information here.
The Grand Island Rugby Spaghetti Dinner is at the Grand Island High School cafeteria on Tuesday, March 5th from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Tickets are available at the door. There is a basket raffle and a bake sale. This is going on during the Kaleidoscope Chorus Concert also at the high school.
Bogey's will be back at Beaver Island Golf Course and will have a pro shop called "The Hub". Season starts April 25th, so get your clubs cleaned up!
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February 21, 2019
Happy birthday today, February 21st to Chere Rupp. Happy birthday on Friday, February 22nd to Marilyn Wilkie Watt, Marilyn Kinney, Jim Zilliox & Ralph Quarantillo and on Saturday, February 23rd to Sherry DeBruyn, Jo Klock, Paula Nakayama, Sophia Black, Linda Gerristad & John Whitney. Happy birthday Sunday, February 24th to Brian Robinson, and on Monday, February 25th to Dennis Donovan, Scott Tetreault & Kevin Brock. Happy birthday Tuesday to David Rogers, Debbie Kennedy-Rogoza, Jay Hollinger, William Madigan & Lynn Dingey and happy birthday on Wednesday to Gabrielle Robinson, Kevin Koch Jr. & Mike Cali.
Sports News:
UPDATE: The Lady Vikings beat North Tonawanda 42-25 in the A-1 quarterfinals Thursday night. Next up is the semifinal at Clarence High School on Tuesday, February 27th at 7:00 p.m. The final will be Sunday, March 3rd at Buffalo State.
Grand Island Vikings girls varsity basketball is playing tonight at GI in the Class A-1 quarterfinals at 6:00 p.m. They are undefeated in their division and take on #8 North Tonawanda.
Grand Island Viking Boys Hockey won their small school semifinal last night at the Harborcenter, defeating Williamsville East 4-2. Grand Island will play West Seneca West on Sunday, February 24th at KeyBank Center for the small school championship at 4:45 p.m. See WIVB highlight clip.
Over the next few weeks there are numerous classes taking place at the Grand Island Memorial Library. Everything from free tax preparation to making cider vinegar. Check out the library page for events happening between now and March 9th.
UPDATE: Ray Sommer stopped in the office and said buckwheat is planted in that field and the turkeys like to eat it. He also said people don't hunt turkeys like they used to, which leads to an increase in numbers. Here's a fun fact....a group of turkeys is called a rafter.
An unidentified reader snapped this photo recently on Love Road. She was curious regarding the number of turkeys that were hanging together, and if this is normal. I counted over 50! If you have the answer, please let me know at jodi@giecom.net.
Public Information Meeting for the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan on Tuesday, February 26, 2019. This meeting is being held at the Grand Island Senior High School from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. Flyer.
773 North entered the Buffalo Soup Fest last Sunday, at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center. Over 5,500 people sampled 80 different soups from area restaurants and food trucks. 773 won the "Best in 'Burbs" title with their Mulligatawny (Apple, Curry, Chicken & Rice) soup. They also offered Beef on Weck soup and Cubano soup. Congratulations!
Memories of restaurants and watering holes from the past was mentioned at our last family gathering. Joncaires on West River Road at Staley, had a wonderful "Hot Fudge Pudding Cake" that I dream about. Anyone like to share their fond memories? Just send an email to jodi@giecom.net and if there is interest, I will start a page. Not so much....will post here. Along that line, my dad, Captain Pete Hayes, owned the Showboat restaurant, located at the foot of Hertel Avenue, in the early 70's. I came across this page online and wondered if anyone has other photos they can share.
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February 14, 2019
Happy Valentine's Day!!!
Happy birthday today, February 14th to Kassie Bennett, Wayne Anstett & Shirley Martin. Happy birthday on Friday, February 15th to Herman Roberts, Philip Sahlem, Todd Sipson, Kellie Kehoe, Daniel Baney, & Donna Tomkins and on Saturday, February 16th to Deborah Parker, Marianne Ward & Lynne Rimer. Happy birthday Sunday, February 17th to Kathy Garlapow, Anitia DeGlopper, Lillian Brenner, Aaron Delavalle & Chuck Delavalle, and on Monday, February 18th to Michelle Gast, Patrick Stouter, Chris Ciszek & Dave Fields. Happy birthday Tuesday to Joan Santospirito and happy birthday on Wednesday to Bryan Smith, Melanie Stein, Carol Alt, Daniel Tattenbaum, Marilyn Kinney, Jennifer Watkins, Katie Brady, MaryJo Gill & Dick Bessel .
From Buffalo News: GI perfect in league - Grand Island girls basketball secured its first Niagara Frontier league championship since 2011-12. The Vikings defeated Lockport, Thursday, February 14th, 45-33, with Samantha Bailey’s 11 points, 12 rebounds and five assists.
The VFW Post 9249 is hosting a family breakfast on Saturday, February 16th. This fundraiser is open to members, guests and the community. The buffet breakfast includes scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage, pancakes, fruit, juice and coffee. Service is from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. and the cost is $7.00 per person.
A suicide prevention program will take place on Sunday, February 17, 2019 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (+potluck) at Riverside-Salem UCC Cottage, 3449 West River Rd., Grand Island. Dr. Celia Spacone, "Talk Saves Lives," presentation on suicide prevention, covering risk factors, warning signs, protective factors and how to help someone. See flyer for more details.
Thank you and welcome to Isledegrande's newest advertiser. Sara Allen, LMSW has been an Island resident for over 20 years and is a therapist and counselor, with a practice in Kenmore. See story.
The Grand Island CSD Board of Education, along with District Leadership, conducted a safety and security workshop with the community in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday February 11, 2019. See video.
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February 7, 2019
Happy birthday today, February 7th to Glenn Skelly. Happy birthday on Friday, February 8th to Diane Garey, Diane Gurbacki, Sarah Klock, David Santa Lucia, Jadon Garman, Carleigh Rodriguez, Sheila Strott and Jackson Tower. and on Saturday, February 9th to Elinor Wiant, Linda Tomkiel, Chris Ford & Dory Smith Matwijkow. Happy birthday Sunday, February 10th to Kaylee Montana, and on Monday, February 11th to Jackie Walt, Joanne Metzger, Joan Barone, Dominic Mazzola & Amanda Kaiser Wayne. Happy birthday Tuesday to Kim Kalman, Carol Roesch, Patty Rink and her twin sister Penny Linenfelser, Jayce Claus, Jack Muscarella & Charles Ackerman and happy birthday on Wednesday to Laura Sexton, Adam Dahlberg, Mitchell Matthews , Nancy Hamm-Johnson, Hans Sterzelbach, Phyllis Wesolek & Emma Wheeler .
The Grand Island Senior High School Music Boosters are hosting their Annual Mattress Fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 9th inside the H.S Band Room from 10am-5pm. There will be 25 different styles available.
GIHS Class of 1969 has added a website for their 50th Reunion. Check www.giclassof69.com for schedule of events.
On Wednesday, Grand Island's Town Hall lost internet services due to the storm and its mobile auto bureau was unable to process any Department of Motor Vehicles transactions, Erie County Clerk Mickey Kearns said in a tweet.
Mallwitz's Island Lanes - COUPON
GI Auto Tech - COUPON
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education along with the Town of Grand Island Town Board held their annual Joint Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday January 28, 2019. See video.
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January 31, 2019
Happy birthday today, January 31st to Ronald Duguay, Hailee Clayton, Conner Bolles, Anthony Mondi & Regina Truitt. Happy birthday on Friday, February 1st to Judith Pack, Mandy Malaney, Ryan Pecoraro, Clyde Hickok, & Sydney Mazur. and on Saturday, February 2nd to Lee Richard, Bob Hillock, Don Kaiser, Cheryl Wasson, Natalie Kopf, Dominic Pullano, Eileen Crane, Robert S. Fraser & Carol Maul. Happy birthday Sunday, February 3rd to Joan Savoy Dlugokinski, Ilene Dee & Ryan Timmerman, and on Monday, February 4th to Emma Hall, Christopher Drew, Juliette Caprio, Mark VonWryeza, Mary Lou Jerge, Dan Ryan Sophie Cane, Pete Marston, Maureen Lewis & Brenda Smith Urgo. Happy birthday Tuesday to Dolly D'Orazio, Jeri Benzing & Kip Staub and happy birthday on Wednesday to Linda Tufillaro, Olivia Wenner, Noelle Linenfelser & Cody Okelberry.
From the Buffalo News - Grand Island will retire the No. 24 jersey worn by the late Julie Roth Neville in a special ceremony at about 6:15 p.m. Friday, February 1st, between the junior varsity and varsity basketball games against Charter School for Applied Technology (CASt) at the school. "Hoopin' for Julie" is being planned to honor Neville, a teacher, coach and athlete at Grand Island who died of breast cancer last October. She was the first female player in Grand Island history to score 1,000 career points. She was also a tennis standout and shortstop on the Vikings' softball team. Besides the dedication ceremony retiring No. 24, there will be a sale of t-shirts, rally towns, beads and cookies and raffles will be held. All proceed will go to the Neville Boys Education Fund to benefit Julie's four surviving sons. Event planners are expecting a standing-room-only crowd for the tribute.
The 2019 Purple Ribbon Warrior 5K is scheduled for Sunday, April 14th. A planning meeting that was scheduled for tonight will now be held on Tuesday, February 5th at Mallwitz's Island Lanes, at 5:15 p.m. (New date, time and place)
Congratulations to winners of the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship. Winners were Blake DeLoreto (9-year-old boys) Will Meyers (10-year-old boys), Nate Meyers (12-year-old boys), Julia Eddy (13-year-old girls), Marissa Mrkall (12-year-old girls). Winners move on to the next round on February 9th at the Kenmore Knights of Columbus.
The Grand Island Rotary Club will hold Undie Sunday, a collection drive for new undergarments for homeless men, women & children on February 3rd. Look for collection boxes at area churches.
Colvin Cleaners has a unique promotion around this Sunday's Super Bowl game. Because no one wants the Patriots to win, they are offering free cleaning of Rams gear and charging double for cleaning Patriot's gear, with proceeds to benefit the Kelly for Kids Foundation. Take a look at their Facebook page ad here. The business provides pick-up and delivery to Grand Island.
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January 24, 2019
Happy birthday today, January 24th to Joyce Warning, Hunter Schmidt, Sarah Ramsperger, Benjamin DeFranks, Tyler Meyer & Warren Becher. Happy birthday on Friday, January 25th to Patricia Webb Scott, Anita Wasson, Al Ackerman, Jason MacClelland, Colton Wilkinson. Sam Giglia, Judy Polizzi & Carolyn Spacone and on Saturday, January 26th to John Dudley, Tommy Geblein, Wayne Baumler & Mary Caldwell. Happy birthday Sunday, January 27th to Sabrina Butcher, Brent Minet, Mary Stewart & Judi Wakefield, and on Monday, January 28th to Kelly Cunningham, Jason Vallina, Tom Burkman & Barbara Grabiec. Happy birthday Tuesday to Arlene Larry, Kevin Kelley, Eric Sharpe, Nicholas Penque & Bonnie Alabiso and happy birthday on Wednesday to David Clayton III & Rich Foks .
There are two columns featured this week in Isledegrande. Check out Diane Garey's "Love Your Home" article about sprucing up your space in the new year. Also you can learn about the "Mechanics of Blood Pressure" in the Creating Better Health column, this week written by Sue Attea, from the MOG.
Karli Burford has been named to the Edinboro University of PA Fall 2018 Dean's List
The Niagara Footprint Festival takes place at Beaver Island State Park on Saturday, January 26th. You can begin by birdwatching at 9am and end your day having chilli at River Lea Historical Site. In between there are many activities for the whole family. Footprint Festival Flyer
The proposed Grass Island restoration project is not popular with a large number of boaters who enjoy gathering there on summer weekends. There are efforts being made to stop the project. You can see the scope of work here. There is a Facebook page and also a petition you can sign, against the project.
GIHS Class of 1979 is planning their 40th reunion for Friday evening, July 5th, at the Buffalo Launch Club. Facebook Page.
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January 17, 2019
Happy birthday today, January 17th to Justin Sondel, Ron Sutton, Hank Kammerer, Nick Kingston, Marvin Mack & Barbara Creighton. Happy birthday on Friday, January 18th to Caitlin Schwinge, Gail Becher, Patricia Smith, Peter and Paul Minton, Robert Davis & Linda Piro and on Saturday, January 19th to Phyllis Lange, Mackenzie Hassan & Kristyn Brown. Happy birthday Sunday, January 20th to Fran Burrows, Kaylee Connell, Andrew Masiello, Josh Lange, Dustin Gushue, Brenda Hollfelder & Diane Haney, and on Monday, January 21st to Pat Caffery Roncone, Mary Cooke, John Gast & Dennis Lach. Happy birthday Tuesday to Kurt Lorence, Jean Bousquet, Joanne Browne, Nina Leskiw, Margie Rall Hunter, Karen Geng, Vinny Pascucci & Christian Bermel and happy birthday on Wednesday to Jonathan Minton, Allison Boron, Mark Leffler & Mary Jan Clark.
Happy anniversary to Karen & Rom Figler celebrating 37 years of marriage on January 23rd.
Congratulations to the Grand Island Vikings wrestling team on their upset of Niagara Falls, the #2 ranked team in Western New York, 35-34, at home on Wednesday, January 16th. Winning matches for GI were: Jack Randle (113), Brian Bielic (132), Caleb Messing (160), Adam Daghestani (170), Connor Kenney (182), Blake Bielic (220) and Jeremy Friedman (285).
Lots of talk on social media regarding EZ-Pass issues. My husband was charged almost $400 for not having enough funds in his account and proceeded to get a $5 per trip fine. He didn't check the statement. Numerous others being charged a higher rate due to mistaken vehicle identity. Take the time to check your bill each month. Customer service took care of his issues, it just takes plenty of time on hold.
Also on social media is West River coyote sightings. One of the deterrents mentioned was sprinkling wolf urine around the perimeter of your property. Someone else said, human urine would also work. Definitely keep your yard clean of your own animal's droppings.
VFW Auxiliary Annual Soup Night is Saturday, January 19th from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. All you can eat soup, salad and bread for $8.00. Take out soup is available after 6:00 p.m. for $7 per quart. Lots of soups to choose from. There will also be a lottery tree and 50/50. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Grand Island Recreation Department Snow Sculpture contest takes place from the first snow fall through March 31st. Call or email the Rec. Department and tell them the location of the sculpture and contact information. Pictures will be posted online and at Town Hall with winners announced April 4th. Call 773-9680 or email recreation@grand-island.ny.us.
The NYS Division of Budget on Tuesday released detailed calculations of what each school district would receive under Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo's budget proposal. Grand Island will receive $17,297,962, up 3.62%. School aid to districts is based on a number of factors, including enrollment and wealth, as well as reimbursement for certain programs.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their General Session Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday January 14, 2019. See video. Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
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January 10, 2019
Happy birthday today, January 10th to Patricia & Scott Shaw, Darlene Conners & Peter Fabiano. Happy birthday on Friday, January 11th to Debbie Stack, Joyce Neil, Susan Head, Art Ciechoski, Mary McClive, Mark Landroche & Jack Roesch and on Saturday, January 12th to Martha Muller, Barbara Fritchey, Lyle Dinsmore, Carol Gioia, Adam Kopf & Patricia Dunn. Happy birthday Sunday, January 13th to James Winter, Carol Kraemer, Greg Bell, Lynn Henschel & Paula Zucarelli, and on Monday, January 14th to Mary Jung, Carolina Luciani, Mike Rustowicz, Evan Carey & Judy Link. Happy birthday Tuesday to Anthony Masocco, Jennifer Farrell & John Harbison and happy birthday on Wednesday to Amber Malaney, Don Burrows, Sudha Sharma, Earl DeGlopper Jr., Carroll Becker, Sue Fleischauer, Joyce Hornbeck & Joy Mesmer.
Congratulations to Linda & John Braddell celebrating 50 years of marriage on January 13th. Happy anniversary to Donna & Bill Williams celebrating 30 years of bliss on January 14th.
Grand Island High School junior Abby Blair has committed to play Division I hockey at St. Anselm College in New Hampshire. Abby plays for the Kenmore/Grand Island hockey team and has seven goals and four assists this season. Last year, in 19 games, she had 10 goals and five assists.
Snowshoe at Beaver Island State Park on Saturday, January 12th from 10:00 a.m. - noon. Cross-Country Skiing will take place at Buckhorn State Park on Sunday, January 13th from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Registration is required...call 549-1050.
Two Team openings are available. Sign up now.
The Footprint Festival is coming to Beaver Island State Park on Saturday, January 26th. There will be a co-ed snowpitch softball tournament starting at 12:00 p.m. Registration deadline is January 21, 2019 and the cost is $25 per team. Teams will play at least six innings in a round robin format (each team will field and bat an equal number of times). Points are scored for every run and every out in an inning. For more information call the Recreation office at 773-9680.
Hate to go all PBS on you, but we can use your help. Make a donation to Isledegrande and we will send you a coupon for a free watch battery to be used at DeSignet Jewelry. Most batteries are $7-$10 and there is no "use by" date. Donation Page. Thank you!
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January 3, 2019
Happy birthday today, January 3rd to Terry Funk. Happy birthday on Friday, January 4th to Gail Berti, Lynn Vaine, Karen Woods & Michael Dowd and on Saturday, January 5th to Peggy Boettcher Fuller and her twin sister Kathy Boettcher Stisser, Sue Novits, Dennis McCloskey, Bob Zielinski, Jake Dixon, & Marissa Aceti. Happy birthday Sunday, January 6th to Michael Lockett, Melissa Clement Hill, Ron Webb, Kathy McNulty, Jacqueline Goris, & John Bidell Sr., and on Monday, January 7th to Craig Davis & Eric Reimann. Happy birthday Tuesday to Sharon Koehler, Sharon Minet, Nicholas Heftka, Alexandria Anderson, Michael Klipich, Betsy Tranter, Brooks Rime, Jean Siess & Sherilyn Gillard and happy birthday on Wednesday to Richard Brzyski, Rita Desemone, Sam Loquasto & Martha Marrinan.
Grand Island Boy's Basketball played last night and beat Hutch-Tech in a close one, 51-50. Congratulations to Senior Cam Sionko, hitting the 1000 point mark, after four seasons at GIHS. Next home game is tomorrow, Friday, January 4th against Niagara Falls at 5:00 p.m. Varsity begins at 6:30 p.m.
UPDATE: From The Buffalo News: Grand Island welcomed another player into its 1,000 point club. Senior Cam Sionko broke the mark by putting up 17 points in a 51-50 win over Hutch-Tech.Sionko only needed one point to reach 1,000. He’s projected to reach 1,200 in his career as a Viking, which would put him at second all-time behind Carlin Hartman (1,513). "He’s our captain, our leader," said Grand Island coach Ron Krysztof. "It’s a very exciting day for our team." Sionko hit two foul throws with 6.7 seconds left to win the game for the Vikings.
Relay For Life of Grand Island is hosting a "First Lap Grand Island Relay For Life 2019" on Saturday, January 5th at Veterans Park from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
The Town of Grand Island is hosting a Unyts "Holiday Heroes Blood Drive" on Wednesday, January 9th from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Grand Island Highway Department, 1820 Whitehaven Road. See flyer for complete details.
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