Betty Klein — Feb. 6, 1924 – Feb. 11, 2017
Betty R. Klein, wife of Judge Lee F. Klein, passed away on February 11, 2017 at the age of 93. She was born in North Tonawanda on February 6, 1924.…
Two Romanians plead guilty for their roles in a fraud scheme
BUFFALO — Nicolae Sarbu, of Romania, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud and aggravated identity theft before U.S. District Judge Richard J. Arcara. The bank fraud charge carries…
North Tonawanda business owner sentenced for tax fraud
BUFFALO — David B. Schmitt, 65, of North Tonawanda, who was convicted of tax evasion, was sentenced to 30 months in prison by U.S. District Judge Elizabeth A. Wolford. The…
Higgins announces satellite office locations for February
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced the Congress on Your Corner schedule for the month of February. Through the program, staff from Congressman Higgins’ office are available at satellite sites throughout…
Russell D. Wickins — March 10, 1942 – Jan. 30, 2017
Russell D. Wickins earned his air force and angel wings on January 30, 2017 after a long and courageous battle with many health issues. Born in North Tonawanda and raised…
Gerald A. Taylor — Jan. 12, 1963 – Jan. 24, 2017
Gerald A. Taylor Of North Tonawanda, entered into rest on Tuesday January 24, 2017 at home, the son of Jacqueline Roger Taylor and the late Gene Taylor. He was born…
Herschell Carrousel Museum to offer spring woodcarving classes
NORTH TONAWANDA — The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum will hold spring woodcarving classes for beginners and intermediate/advanced woodcarvers on Saturdays from March 4-25. Beginner woodcarving classes, aimed towards students who…
Louie’s Texas Red Hots celebrating 50 years
BUFFALO — Since opening its doors in 1967, Louie’s Texas Red Hots has proudly been serving its delicious Sahlen’s hot dogs, special sauce, Greek favorites and more. The name has…
Rizzo to leave NT Council
NORTH TONAWANDA — For the second time in two weeks, a member of the North Tonawanda Council has announced their resignation. Alderman Phillip R. “Russ” Rizzo says he will retire…
Schwandt to resign as N.T. Alderwoman
North Tonawanda Alderwoman-at-Large Catherine Schwandt has announced that she will be resigning from her elected position with the city to pursue a full-time opportunity with the New York Power Authority.…