Ken-Ton Bee

01/14/2026

There are a few changes to the upcoming Winterfest Schedule. The Build a Boat Contest that was scheduled for Friday, Jan 16, at the Aquatic and Fitness Center has been cancelled. The Model Boat Demonstrations are still going on as planned. The Hockey Shot Contest is now happening at 1:45 pm on Saturday, Jan. 17, at the Paddock Chevrolet Ice Arena and the two Hockey games that were to take place during the Bills game have been rescheduled.

01/14/2026

Winter Weather Advisory today through Thursday night for widespread snow changing to lake effect. Snowfall amounts of 5 to 10 inches across the higher elevations east of Lake Erie and east of Lake Ontario can be expected. Widespread 3 to 6 inches will be possible for the rest of the area. Additionally, near to below zero wind chill readings are expected on Thursday and Thursday night.

01/14/2026

SHERIFF JOHN C. GARCIA
UNDERSHERIFF WILLIAM J. COOLEY

***PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT***

An issue is impacting wireless phone call services for Verizon customers in Erie County and across much of the country. Despite the outage, Verizon customers can still call 911 in SOS mode.

01/14/2026

The Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks & Recreation Department is thrilled to announce its annual Winterfest celebration, set to take place from Thursday, Jan. 15, through Sunday, Jan. 18. This year’s festivities will be hosted at various town facilities, including the Paddock Chevrolet Ice Arena, and Paddock Chevrolet Golf Dome, with additional activities at the Aquatic and Fitness Center and Town of Tonawanda Senior Center.
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01/13/2026

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball on Jan. 8 outlined progress made by the state’s agricultural industry in 2025 while urging continued adaptation and collaboration during his annual State of Agriculture address at the New York State Agricultural Society’s forum.

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball on Jan. 8 outlined progress made by the state’s agricultural industry in 2025 while urging continued adaptation and collaboration during his annual

01/13/2026

The public is invited to the North Tonawanda's monthly AARP meeting at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 20 at the Sikora Post, at 950 Payne Ave., in North Tonawanda. Speaker will be Jeffrey Kam from the NT Police Department with a K9 dog. Refreshments will also be served after the meeting.

01/13/2026

In celebration of the Buffalo Bills’ final season at Highmark Stadium, the Buffalo History Museum hosted Our Stadium, Our Stories on Wednesday, Jan. 7.

Originally opened in 1973, Highmark Stadium has stood as one of the most iconic locations in Western New York throughout many different eras of Bills football. From Jim Kelly to Josh Allen, Thurman Thomas to James Cook, and Bruce Smith to Kyle Williams, Bills fans have experienced many iconic players and moments throughout the history of the building. See more at

In celebration of the Buffalo Bills’ final season at Highmark Stadium, the Buffalo History Museum hosted Our Stadium, Our Stories on Wednesday, Jan. 7.

01/12/2026

The Buffalo Bills shed a lot of demons on Sunday.

For the first time in the Sean McDermott era, the No. 6 Bills went on the road and won a playoff game, defeating the No. 3 Jacksonville Jaguars 27-24. They did so with their defense making the final stop and their wide receivers playing a starring role.
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Buffalo Bills shed a lot of demons on Sunday.

01/12/2026

Nearly $18 million in state funding will be invested in Western New York freight rail infrastructure under a statewide program announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul, a move officials say will strengthen regional industry, reduce truck traffic and cut transportation-related emissions.

Nearly $18 million in state funding will be invested in Western New York freight rail infrastructure under a statewide program announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul, a move officials say will

01/12/2026

Gov. Kathy Hochul recently unveiled a new package of proposals aimed at strengthening New York’s gun laws by targeting the growing threat of 3D-printed fi****ms and illegal weapon modifications, part of her 2026 State of the State agenda.

Gov. Kathy Hochul recently unveiled a new package of proposals aimed at strengthening New York’s gun laws by targeting the growing threat of 3D-printed fi****ms and illegal weapon modifications, part

01/09/2026

Ten Lives Club Cat Rescue is partnering with The Velvet Bookmark to host Purr and Pages, a kitten adoption bookstore event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m on Saturday, Jan. 10. The free, family-friendly event will take place at The Velvet Bookmark, 50 Main St., in Tonawanda.
Read more at : https://www.beenews.com/ken_ton_bee/news/read-books-to-kittens-at-purr-and-pages-adoption-bookstore-event/article_7c45af4c-dd8d-4569-9ebd-b38a716ca68b.html