A soldier's tale, times four
At 80 years old, Bill Sirianni knows he has been blessed. "It's been a good life," Sirianni says as he sits at the kitchen table talking about what he holds most dear - his wife of 58 years, Dee, his children and his grandchildren. more

Events, activities galore at Hamlin Wheel Fest
From horseshoe tournaments to fire and ambulance rescue demonstrations to an appearance by Sponge Bob Square Pants® to a silent auction, children’s activities and various food and vendor booths, the annual Hamlin Wheel Fest promises a day filled with fun and interesting events. more

Fire displaces five in Hamlin
The Hamlin Fire Department was called to a structure fire at 1:45 a.m. on May 24. Upon arrival, the first arriving engines found a two story wood frame residence with heavy fire showing on both floors of the south side. more

Hilton Apple Fest celebrating 25 years
The Hilton Apple Fest board of directors are making plans for the 25th Hilton Apple Fest on October 1 and 2. The 2005 logo was chosen from the submitted entries. more

Lakeside leaders set agenda for growth
Their enthusiasm to handle the challenges ahead is tangible in the conference room as they outline plans for the future. The recently appointed Interim CEO of Lakeside Health System, Michael Perry, and Interim President, Kevin Nacy, are prepared to manage the coming months, and possibly longer, as senior administrators. more

Lakeside names employee of the year
Verna Keyes, LPN at Lakeside Health System, has been selected as the Robert W. Harris 2005 Employee of the Year. more

Local war veteran remembered
The New York State senate has declared June 20 as Major George Quamo Day. Awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, two Silver Stars, Bronze Star, Legion of Merit Award, Purple Heart, Presidential unit citations and many more. more

Mail brightens soldiers’ days
“You’ve got mail.” That phrase may be a bit grammatically incorrect but for a soldier who is stationed overseas those words – whether on a computer screen or via land mail – are some of the most important and uplifting ones that could be heard at the end of the day. more

Orleans County American Legion Memorial Highway dedicated
Senator George D. Maziarz (62nd District) took part in a special ceremony May 21 dedicating the "Orleans County American Legion Memorial Highway." more

The soul of small business -
Westside Pizza - Young owner, savvy outlook
An auto accident and disillusionment with school were the impetus for an opportunity for Amy Ziobrowski of Spencerport. She had worked at Rubino’s, a pizza and sub shop, for three years during high school and really enjoyed it. more

St. Paul Lutheran's new sanctuary
preserves history, provides for future
Opening the doors to a new sanctuary is exciting to the congregation at St. Paul Lutheran Church and School in Hilton - after all they have been more than a decade without one. more

Teen sets goal for Relay for Life, inspires others
A little over two years ago, at age 14, Brook Maier learned that the problem with her right eye wasn't an eye infection. more

Twig Association's contributions at Lakeside recognized
Lakeside Health System hosted an event to celebrate the work and support of the LMH Twig Association throughout the year. more