Cheektowaga Bee

24/01/2025

At the first town board meeting of the year, the councilmembers already had their sights set on the 2026 budget. Two resolutions were introduced, which directly countered one another; both concerning the budget and taxes.

At the first town board meeting of the year, the councilmembers already had their sights set on the 2026 budget. Two resolutions were introduced, which directly countered one another; both concerning the budget and taxes. The Democrats introduced a resolution to potentially increase the tax levy. Th...

22/01/2025

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22/01/2025

Changes in high school graduation requirements are in the works, as the state fine tunes its new vision for the future of education.

Cleveland Hill Assistant Superintendent David Evans said at the Jan. 8 Board of Education meeting that the state’s new vision aims to prepare students for real-world challenges.

Changes in high school graduation requirements are in the works, as the state fine tunes its new vision for the future of education. Cleveland Hill Assistant Superintendent David Evans said at the Jan. 8 Board of Education meeting that the state’s new vision aims to prepare students for real-world...

22/01/2025

1/21/25-Doyle Hose Company No. 2 sends are deepest condolences to the family and friends of Cheektowaga Town Historian Maureen Gleason. Maureen was instrumental in helping us discover our history for our 100th Anniversary last year.

21/01/2025

Residents shared their concerns during a public hearing held at the Cheektowaga Town Board meeting on Jan. 14, regarding local law 11, which will create a chapter in the town code regarding cannabis establishments.

Residents shared their concerns during a public hearing held at the Cheektowaga Town Board meeting on Jan. 14, regarding local law 11, which will create a chapter in the town code regarding cannabis establishments. The local law states that despite Section 125 of the Cannabis Law prohibiting the sal...

09/01/2025

Anthony Filipski joins councilmember Barb Bakowski, Vern Thompson and Mike Jasinski as part of the Republican caucus on the Cheektowaga Town Board after he was sworn into office on Jan. 3.

Anthony Filipski joins councilmember Barb Bakowski, Vern Thompson and Mike Jasinski as part of the Republican caucus on the Cheektowaga Town Board after he was sworn into office on Jan. 3. The swearing-in ceremony took place at Cheektowaga Town Court, led by Judge John Wanat. Filipski won the specia...

08/01/2025

The Erie County Clerk's Office and all Auto Bureau branches will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 9, in recognition of the National Day of Mourning for President Jimmy Carter. Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz has declared it a holiday for all employees.

07/01/2025

📢 Schedule Update: Bee Newspapers 📢

In observance of the National Day of Mourning for former President Jimmy Carter on Thursday, January 9th, 2025, this week's newspapers will be delivered on Friday, January 10th, 2025.

We appreciate your understanding as we honor this moment of reflection.



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07/01/2025

2024 was a busy year for the Town of Cheektowaga. New town laws, artwork, restaurants, councilmembers and local politicians made headlines in the news. Read the article to take a look at some of the major events of the year.

2024 was a busy year for the Town of Cheektowaga. New town laws, artwork, restaurants, councilmembers and local politicians made headlines in the news. Let’s take a look at some of the major events of the year. History made as two new councilmembers sworn into office The Town of Cheektowaga welcom...

06/01/2025

The Cheektowaga Thunderbirds, representing the town’s Youth and Recreation Center, are now two-time National Champions. Last week, they secured a second victory at the National Championship games in Florida.

The Cheektowaga Thunderbirds, representing the town’s Youth and Recreation Center, are now two-time National Champions. Last week, they secured a second victory at the National Championship games in Florida. Founded in 1965, the Thunderbirds are a long-standing nonprofit football and cheerleading ...

13/12/2024

We would like to congratulate our six newest officers who graduated today from the 145th Erie County Law Enforcement Police Academy. We are pleased to welcome Officer Zotara, Officer Bauth, Officer Bilski, Officer Lockwood, Officer Dumbleton, and Officer Welsby to the Cheektowaga Police family.

13/12/2024

Buffalo Bills player Dion Dawkins and West Herr Auto Group partnered together to give back to families in Western New York.

Applause, screams and “Go Bills” erupted as offensive lineman Dion Dawkins walked into the Depew-Lancaster Boys & Girls Club Tuesday night, as part of his Shnowman Express Christmas event. Dawkins went to four locations around the area, playing Santa Claus to families considered to be living in ...

12/12/2024

📰 Delivery Update: Another Snowy Delay! ❄️

Well, it seems Mother Nature has a sense of humor—two snowstorms, hitting on the same day, two weeks in a row! Due to the severe weather and several post office closures, some newspaper deliveries will be delayed this week.

🌨️ Deliveries in affected areas will resume as soon as post offices reopen and it’s safe for drivers to be on the roads.

Thank you for your understanding and patience. Stay safe and warm, everyone!

12/12/2024

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin visited Cheektowaga Central High School on Monday with Senator Chuck Schumer to announce the HEARTS act. The bill was brought to the senate floor this week and passed.

Local politicians Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz, Congressman Timothy Kennedy, Legislature Tim Meyers, Cheektowaga Supervisor Brian Nowak and Councilmember Brian Pilarski attended the event.

Nearly two years ago Damar Hamlin, Buffalo Bills safety, suffered cardiac arrest on the football field, a moment that made America silent. With the help of CPR trained professionals on the Bills medical team, and an Automated External Defibrillator, Hamlin’s life was saved. “In January of 2023, ...

12/12/2024

12/10/24-It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of member Leonard “LTMM” Szymanski. Leonard had served Doyle No. 2 for 62 years. There will not be a wake, only a church service, to be held Friday December 13th, at St. Andrews Church in Sloan at 9:30a.m.

10/12/2024

Just after noon on Dec. 10, Cheektowaga Police public safety dispatchers received multiple 911 calls that gunshots were heard around Sandstone Drive in Cheektowaga. Officers saturated the area and located a residence on Sandstone where the incident occurred. Two homeowners were inside of the house and claimed they were uninjured. The investigation is in the early stages and is ongoing, said Police Chief Brian C***s in a press release. At this time, it is reported that two unknown individuals in masks targeted this specific residence for unknown reasons. After forcing their way inside the home several gunshots were fired from an unknown type of weapon. As of this report no person has reported being injured by gunfire, said C***s. Anyone with an in-person account or video evidence of the event is encouraged to contact the Cheektowaga Police Detective Bureau at 716-686-3510.