New York’s annual burn ban begins March 16Free Access
March 15, 2024
In effort to prevent wildland fires and protect communities during periods of elevated wildfire susceptibility, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that the annual statewide ban...
CCSD plans upgrades to parking lot, buildings
by EMILY STOLL
Editor | March 13, 2024
Clarence Central School District is planning its next capital project proposal, and the public will have an opportunity to attend two meetings to learn more and provide input. The projects...
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF SHARING
March 13, 2024
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF SHARING – The Clarence Community Foundation held a free International Day of Sharing Saturday in the event center at Sto Lat. The event aimed to bring community...
Clarence Contemporary Club approaches 57th anniversary
by KATIE SKOOG
Reporter | March 13, 2024
The Clarence Contemporary Club will be celebrating its 57th anniversary on April 18. The club is a nonprofit philanthropic and service organization of women that promotes “civic pride, fellowship and...
Man pleads guilty to 15 felony charges in eight Erie County crimes involving high-end vehicle theft
March 13, 2024
Richard E. Lucas III, 21, of Cheektowaga, pleaded guilty on Friday afternoon to felony charges in eight separate criminal cases....
State newspapers form coalition to advocate for local journalism
March 13, 2024
A statewide group of local news organizations, comprising over 100 local newspapers in New York, launched The Empire State Local...
Man arrested after BFLO Store thefts
March 13, 2024
Craig Szymanski, 51, of Hamburg, was arrested following an investigation into retail theft from The BFLO Store in the Town...
News Brief
March 13, 2024
Bin kits for backyard composting are available for $30 through Erie County until April 15. There is a limit of...
Program leaders dominate First Team
All-Bee Boys Hockeyby PATRICK NAGY
Sports reporter | March 13, 2024
There is always a collection of high-level talent on the All- Bee Boys Hockey First Team, but the 2023-24 installment...
All-Bee Hockey selection process explained
March 13, 2024
The Bee’s sports staff is once again proud to recognize some of the area’s top talent with the 2023-24 All-Bee...
Ken East scorer Turnbull tabbed Player of the Year
All-Bee Boys Hockeyby PATRICK NAGY
Sports reporter | March 13, 2024
Austin Turnbull’s growth as a hockey player over the last three years culminated with a banner year on the ice...
Coach of the Year Pray celebrates milestone win at Ken East
by PATRICK NAGY
Sports reporter | March 13, 2024
Kyle Pray’s 300th coaching win is one he will never forget. Pray, the 2023-24 All-Bee Boys Hockey Coach of the...
Sports brief
March 13, 2024
Clarence’s Braiden Roba helped the Section VI boys all-star squad place third in the team standings during the composite portion...
SECOND IN STATE
March 13, 2024
SECOND IN THE STATE – Clarence’s competitive cheerleading squad made a successful debut in the finals of the state championships...
March is a month to start recycling
March 13, 2024
With the start of spring right around the corner, it makes sense that International Recycle Day is coming up on March 18, ushering in a...
Spindle Items
March 13, 2024
• KIDNAPPING CONCERNS – Unless you’ve been offline and ignoring most news outlets in the area, you’ve probably heard about Kelly, a teacher from Cheektowaga...
Town of Clarence has gone through reassessment
March 13, 2024
Many of you have already received notice in the mail regarding updated property assessments. The Town of Clarence has just gone through a townwide reassessment....
Congrats, women’s basketball team
March 6, 2024
Congratulations to the Clarence women’s basketball team on a wonderful season. While playing for the Section VI championship against the...
Share Your Thoughts
December 13, 2023
Do you have thoughts to share about something happening in town? Call our Bee Heard line at 716-632-0390 to comment...
Lions thank community, contributors for successful breakfast with Santa
December 13, 2023
The Clarence Lions would like to say thank you to the community for making this year’s pancake breakfast with Santa...
NYS OMBUDSMAN Program looking for VOLUNTEERS
March 13, 2024
The New York State Long Term Care Ombudsman Program is looking for volunteers for the Western New York region, covering...
CLARENCE Public Library
March 13, 2024
14031 Clarence, NY 3 Town Place, or to register For more information for an event, call 741- 2650. HOURS: 10...
Senior News
March 13, 2024
The center will be closed on Monday, April 8, due to the eclipse. The Clarence Senior Center is located at...
Youth & Recreation News
March 13, 2024
• Candle-Making Class: 9 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 3 p.m. Friday, March 22, at the youth bureau, 10510...
What’s Going On
All-WNY concert and hymn-sing The Buffalo Niagara Praise Orchestra and Houghton University Choir will present the annual all-WNY concert and...