By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 12 January 2024 at 8:51 am
MEDINA – Village residents interested in running for a spot on the Village Board can start the petition process.
Candidates need at least 100 registered voters in the village to sign an independent nominating petition that must be turned in to the village office by Feb. 13.
The mayor’s position and two trustees will be up for election on March 19. Mayor Mike Sidari announced he won’t be seeking re-election after eight years as mayor. The trustee positions up for election are currently filled by Tim Elliot and Marguerite Sherman.
Medina doesn’t have major party caucuses. The candidates all run as independents.
Provided photo: Medina Mayor Mike Sidari joins Nicole Tuohey and her Mary Lou Tuohey in cutting symbolic elephant links to start the Orleans County Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sept. 9 at State Street Park in Medina. Nicole sold the elephant links for $1 and she raised about $2,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association Western New York Chapter.
Posted 2 January 2024 at 8:28 am
Press Release, Alzheimer’s Association Western New York Chapter
MEDINA – The Orleans County Walk to End Alzheimer’s exceeded its goal for 2023, raising $32,485 to date, a 22% increase over 2022.
The walk was held on Sept. 9 at State Street Park in Medina and donations were accepted until the end of the year.
“As a co-chair and a longtime committee member of the Orleans County Walk to End Alzheimer’s, I am thrilled with the success we’ve seen this year,” said Medina resident Mary Lou Tuohey. “More than 200 people attended our very fun and meaningful event in September, and we raised an unprecedented amount thanks to our hardworking committee members and very generous Orleans County community! It was a beautiful day all around.”
Lynn Westcott, senior director of development for the Alzheimer’s Association Western New York Chapter, acknowledged the increase in support.
“We are extraordinarily grateful for the dedication and hard work of the Orleans County committee and the continued, generous support from the community,” she said.
Westcott added that the funds raised through the Walk to End Alzheimer’s ensure that the many programs and services the Alzheimer’s Association provides in Orleans County remain free to those living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, along with their caregivers. In addition, the Walk to End Alzheimer’s funds critical research and advocacy efforts which have resulted in new treatments for people living in the early stage.
More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, including 410,000 in New York State, with 546,000 individuals in New York serving as unpaid caregivers for those living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.
This year’s WNY Walk to End Alzheimer’s was presented by Uniland. Local Orleans County sponsors included UnitedHealthcare, FMC Middleport and Talis Equity.
The six Walks to End Alzheimer’s held throughout Western New York raised nearly $850,000 in 2023. To get involved with the 2024 Orleans County Walk to End Alzheimer’s, contact Westcott at lwestcott@alz.org or 716.440.4251.
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 30 December 2023 at 9:35 am
Provided photo
MEDINA – The Medina Rotary Club recently presented its $2,500 scholarship, which is based on academic achievement and community service.
Rotary Club President Peter Bartula presents the check to scholarship winner Abbie Goodrich, who just finished her first semester at Niagara Community College and is working towards her degree in Animal Management. This is an annual scholarship that goes to a student from Medina.
The Medina Rotary Club also is gearing up for a Cornhole Tournament with $5,000 in prizes at Dubby’s Tailgate on Jan. 6. There will be 80 teams of two players in three brackets with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes in each bracket.
By Ginny Kropf, correspondent Posted 23 December 2023 at 4:16 pm
Provided photo: Santa Claus is wheeled into Medina Memorial Hospital for his annual physical, before beginning is long journey Christmas Eve.
MEDINA – Staff at Medina Memorial Hospital have announced the successful yearly physical of Santa Claus on Thursday. The physical was completed by members of the Ambulatory Services team.
“Santa is ready to go,” said Kim Gray, chief nursing officer and director of Surgical Services at Orleans Community Health. “Our team ran several routine tests and there is no reason for concern. We’re excited for him and his big day.”
For those who are wondering why Santa Claus selects Medina Memorial Hospital as the location of his yearly physical, there are several reasons, said Scott Robinson, director of marketing for Medina Memorial. Most importantly is the little-known reason that Santa Claus used to help in Medina’s Imaging/Radiology Department during his off season.
“While we don’t typically release the information on patients, Santa Claus signs a waver with us every year because of the importance of this visit,” Robinson said. “It is again our honor to announce he is ready for the big day. The flight should be a little easier than the one he faced in 2022.”
NORAD (click here) will begin tracking Santa and his sleigh just after midnight on Christmas Eve. It is estimated that he needs 36 hours to complete his journey.
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 18 December 2023 at 10:03 am
Photos courtesy of Chris Busch
MEDINA – The Medina A’Cappella Choir Community Christmas Concert was held Sunday evening at St. mary’s Catholic Church and a capacity crowd was in attendance.
Rachel Trillizio directs the high school choir.
The A’Cappella Christmas concert is an annual tradition going back many years in Medina. Members of the Oak Orchard Elementary Glee Club also sang in the concert.
Andrea Busch, left, directs the Oak Orchard Elementary Glee Club.
The high school brass ensemble also performed with teachers Matt Jaeger and Kyla Leno.
Photo by Ginny Kropf: Veterans’ graves in Boxwood Cemetery were decorated today in the 10th local Wreaths Across America ceremony. Volunteers placed 1,008 wreaths this year, including 200 in St. Mary’s and Sacred Heart cemeteries.
By Ginny Kropf, correspondent Posted 17 December 2023 at 8:09 pm
Provided photo: Medina businessman Tom Snyder is one of several volunteers who participated in the Wreaths Across America ceremony Saturday at Boxwood Cemetery.
MEDINA – The 10th annual Wreaths Across America ceremony in Medina is one for the record books.
Organizer Kathy Blackburn reported 1,008 wreaths were placed this year by a local Boy Scout troop under the leadership of John Dieter and volunteers from the American Legion and VFW posts.
“We also had a new volunteer group this year – Boy Scout 86 from Brockport, who heard about our project and wanted to help,” Blackburn said. “The Carpenter Union workers were also out in full force and we thank them all, because we couldn’t do it without them.”
There were enough wreaths purchased to place 200 in St. Mary’s and Sacred Heart cemeteries. Blackburn encourages members of St. Mary’s and Sacred Heart to purchase wreaths for next year, so they can cover all the veterans’ graves in those cemeteries.
Again this year, the national Wreaths Across America organization will donate one wreath for every wreath purchased from now until Jan. 16. Checks should be made out to the village clerk for $17 and marked for Wreaths Across America, 119 Park Ave., Medina.
Blackburn also thanked local businessman Tom Snyder for his continued support of the Wreaths Across America project. Snyder not only makes an annual donation, but volunteers his time to lay a wreath during the ceremony.
Photos by Ginny Kropf: Sherry Tuohey (left), head of MAAC’s Christmas Barrel program, and Norma Jean Foster make a last-minute check of boxes that will be delivered today to families in need in the Medina area. Families served are one-third higher than last year.
By Ginny Kropf, correspondent Posted 16 December 2023 at 8:36 pm
MEDINA – MAAC’s Christmas Barrel program came to a conclusion for another year on Saturday, with the delivery of gift boxes to more than 300 individuals, more than 170 of them children.
Sherry Tuohey, who heads the annual Christmas project, said MAAC provided Christmas gifts and dinner to one-third more people than last year. The packed boxes filled the dining room and the entryway of the church.
She said there was such a need in the community, especially since year they had homeless families to provide for this year.
“We live in a wonderful community,” Tuohey told the dozens of firefighters who came to breakfast at the Grove United Methodist Church before setting out to deliver all the boxes. “People are so giving.”
East Shelby Fire Chief Debbie Taylor and her husband Jeff, along with Josh Fuller, load Christmas boxes in their truck for delivery.
Tuohey thanked all the people who helped her – Kathie McMoil who takes charge of personal care items, most of which are donated by Medina High School students and staff; Norma Jean Foster, who does all the food shopping; Barb Vreeland, president of MAAC, who coordinates the drive for hats, mittens and socks; the Boy Scouts who helped carry items up from the basement; and importantly, Medina firefighters who distribute the barrels in November and pick them up in early December; and the firefighters from Medina, East Shelby, Ridgeway and Shelby who volunteer to deliver the filled boxes to families in the Medina area.
Tuohey said she has a wonderful group who work with her. The MAAC Christmas Barrel program is really a year-long project.
“All year long, I’m shopping for deals,” she said.
Chief Matt Jackson and Captain Jon Higgins from Medina Fire Department, standing at left, and firefighter/paramedic Steve Miller load a pickup with Christmas boxes for delivery on Saturday.
Medina fire chief Matt Jackson said the firefighters look forward to the project every year.
“We’ve done it so many years, it goes pretty smooth now,” he said.
Gordie and Sandy Smith of Medina are relatively new volunteers, this being the second year they have helped. When Tuohey announced how tired they were after sorting all the gifts and packing the boxes, Sandy said, “But it’s so rewarding.”
Sherry Tuohey, head of MAAC’s Christmas Barrel program, welcomes firefighters from Medina, East Shelby, Ridgeway and Shelby to breakfast Saturday morning at The Grove United Methodist Church. Firefighters delivered Christmas boxes to more than 300 individuals who applied for assistance.
When the firefighters picked up the filled barrels and returned them to the church, volunteers then spent several days sorting the donations into categories of ages, and boys and girls. Then on Monday and Tuesday, they started to pack the boxes. Each family got a ham, canned fruit and vegetables and multiple gifts for each child in the family.
This year, MAAC provided Christmas boxes to 28 seniors, all of whom received food, personal care items and a crocheted lap robe, made and donated by Jane Wharram of Medina.
In concluding, Tuohey told the room full of MAAC volunteers and firefighters, “We really appreciate you.”
Don Marchner, a volunteer with Ridgeway Fire Department, carries out a Christmas box to his truck. In back, Lt. Steve Cooley with Medina Fire Department talks to fellow firefighters before beginning to load their vehicles.
By Ginny Kropf, correspondent Posted 15 December 2023 at 9:48 pm
Photo by Ginny Kropf: Lori Nottingham of Albion drops a donation in the red kettle at Tops Friendly Market in Medina. Manning the kettle are Peter Huth, in background, and Frank Berger, both of Medina. Members of the Butts-Clark American Legion Post volunteered to ring the bell for the entire day.
MEDINA – Ringing the bell for The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle drive is something Frank Berger and Peter Huth have done for decades, and this year is no exception.
When the Butts-Clark American Legion Post signed up to provide volunteers at Tops Friendly Market in Medina on Friday, Berger and Huth were among the first to sign up.
While Huth has been volunteering for at least 25 years, Berger, 89, can’t remember how long he’s been doing it.
He remembers when there were bell ringers almost on every corner.
“We used to ring the bell at Rosenkrans and Country Club Restaurant on Main Street, and Ames when it was on Maple Ridge Road,” Berger said. “I volunteered in the morning when the sun was out, because it could get cold later on.”
For years, Community Action of Orleans and Genesee has overseen the Red Kettle Campaign, where Katrina Chaffee, director of community services, is heading the drive.
While places to ring the bells have declined in recent years, every penny collected is much needed. This year, bell ringers are at Walmart and Tops in Albion and Tops in Medina.
It is stressed that every dollar collected in Orleans County stays in Orleans County.
Berger said he volunteers because he knows The Salvation Army does a lot for soldiers.
“I was in the service and I remember them brining us a cup of coffee and a donut,” he said. “My dad was in the trenches in World War I and The Salvation Army provided them with bags filled with personal care items, such as a bar of soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, a brush and comb.”
Volunteers can still sign up to ring the bell by calling Community Action at (585) 589-5605 and asking for Katrina Chaffee.
Provided photos: These Medina teachers include, from left: Greg Husung, Jesse Mankowski, Mark Fitzpatrick, Joe Byrne, Jeff Dole, Zach Harris, Mike Gray, Dr. Dave Voss, PJ Bell, Collin Scheiber, Doug Boje, Christian Held and Justin Morgan.
Posted 15 December 2023 at 11:27 am
Press Release, Medina Central School
MEDINA – Medina Junior-Senior High School Social Studies teacher and President of the Medina Teachers’ Association, Joe Byrne, has made a tradition of challenging his male counterparts in the district to grow some facial hair every November.
“Movember” raises attention to the growing number of men’s health concerns such as mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. Staff is encouraged to make a pledge not to shave their moustaches for a full month.
Joe Byrne presents a check to Nola Goodrich-Kresse, who accepted on behalf of the Orleans County Suicide Prevention Coalition.
“Many of us deal with some strange looks and stares at school and the community along the way as we go from clean shaven to hairy, but it is for a good cause,” laughs Byrne. “It is always funny what students say and think about us as our moustaches progress.”
The money raised goes to the Orleans County Suicide Prevention Coalition. This year the staff decided to continue bringing attention to a major health crisis that affects men, Byrne said. “Across the world, one man dies by suicide every minute of every day,” he said.
“Men account for 75% of all suicides. I’m so appreciative that our teachers, administrators and staff continue to support this worthy cause. Men usually don’t elaborate on their mental health issues because it’s seen as a sign of weakness in our society,” Byrne said. “Now more than ever, we need to be able to talk openly about our social and emotional wellbeing. It’s a tremendous feeling we are able to make a significant donation to Orleans County Mental Health and I know these funds will be earmarked to help assist countless number of men struggling with thoughts of suicide in our community.”
Jeff Dole, a math teacher at the Junior-Senior High School, organized this year’s fundraiser. Everyone was thrilled with the $1,400 that was raised. Byrne says a special shout out goes to retiring social studies teacher Doug Boje.
“We were struggling to meet our goal the last few days in November and he sent an email to staff. He thanked those who already donated and gave the staff a challenge – he would match and double the highest donation for the last three days of the fundraiser,” Byrne said. “His gesture fits in with Movember’s slogan on their suicide prevention page, ‘Be a man of more words.’”
Dr. Mark Kruzynski, superintendent of Medina Central School District, said, “Every year, our faculty raises money for Movember and every year they continue to surpass the previous year. Mental health ‘IS’ health, and I am proud that we were able to donate to this fantastic cause.”
Nola Goodrich-Kresse, chairperson of the Orleans County Suicide Prevention Coalition, said, “We are very grateful to the Medina Central School District staff for this very generous donation. Mental Wellness is something we all strive for, but we understand there are challenges for some in seeking help anytime of the year, but especially during the holidays. We encourage anyone who is struggling to talk to someone they trust or call 988 to talk with a trained crisis counselor 24/7, the call is free and confidential.”
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 15 December 2023 at 9:22 am
Photos by Tom Rivers
MEDINA – A new kiosk with eight panels about attractions and services in Medina was celebrated at a ribbon-cutting on Thursday afternoon. The kiosk lights up in the evening and at night.
It includes QR codes that lead to even more information.
The Village of Medina Tourism Committee worked with Takeform to develop the informational display.
Pictured from left at a ribbon-cutting include Kelly Kiebala and Jan Smith, members of the Tourism Committee; village trustees Diana Baker, Jess Marciano and Marguerite Sherman; DPW Superintendent Jason Watts; Jim Hancock, chairman of the Tourism Committee; Mayor Mike Sidari; Arnie Wolfe, project manager with Takeform; Lynne Menz, graphic designer and marketing manager for the Orleans County Tourism Department; Dawn Borchet, Orleans County Tourism director; Jesse Cudzilo, Orleans County YMCA director; and Kathy Blackburn, a member of the Tourism Committee.
The Tourism Committee includes Jim Hancock as chairman and members Marguerite Sherman, Jan Smith, Lynne Menz, Dawn Borchet, Kelly Kiebala, Kathy Blackburn, Jesse Cudzilo and Greg Reed.
The YMCA secured a $10,000 grant to pay for most of the cost of the kiosk. That money was provided by the Ralph C. Wilson Foundation. The Y, under previous director Greg Reed, sought to increase wayfinding signage in the community. After consulting with the Tourism Committee, the Y was amenable to putting the money towards the new kiosk.
Hancock said the Tourism Committee raised an additional $4,500 in donations and contributions towards the project.
Mayor Mike Sidari said the Y has been a good partner for the village. The organization also pushed for the development and secured funding for a new disc golf course at the Gulf Street Park and leads the “On the Canals” excursions along the New York State Canal system, with kayaking and hydro-bikes.
Jim Hancock, right, head of the Tourism Committee said the new kiosk was about 18 months in the making.
He thanked Takeform in Medina for putting in many hours developing the panels for the project, which highlights Medina and canal history, local cultural and culinary attractions, local services, parks, events and outdoor recreational opportunities.
The Tourism Committee brainstormed the subjects on the panels and obtained photos and text. Hancock said Lynne Menz deserves special mention for putting “an inordinate amount of time and effort into this project.”
Arnie Wolfe (right, project manager with Takeform, shakes hands and gives Mayor Mike Sidari the keys to the new kiosk to allow updates to panels and turn on the lights.
Wolfe said Gasport Welding & Fabrication made the steel structure for the kiosk. The Village of Medina Department of Public Works did the concrete base and was able to lift the structure in place and then bolt it down to the base.
The new kiosk replaces a wooden one that was more of a display board for notices. That kiosk has since been moved to the Medina Dog Park on North Gravel Road.
Dawn Borchet, the county’s tourism director, would like to see similar kiosks in other Orleans villages.
“Better signage is always good,” she said. “It keeps visitors to the community in the area longer.”
Provided photo: Local artist Carol Culhane, left, donated this tree of life to Medina Memorial Hospital, where it now hangs in the Imaging Department. The painting was unveiled at For Women Only, where women signed the names of loved ones lost to cancer. Holding the picture are, from left, Stephanie Aquilina, X-ray technician; Sara Berlin; and Erica Chutko, director of radiology.
By Ginny Kropf, correspondent Posted 14 December 2023 at 8:30 am
MEDINA – Orleans Community Health’s For Women Only, held in October at White Birch Golf Course, had a touching and unique feature.
During the event, the community came together for a special cause – a fundraising initiative dedicated to supporting cancer services.
Photo by Ginny Kropf: Devon Heveron of Lyndonville, left, signs her grandmother’s name on a tree of life painted by artist Carol Culhane. The tree was featured at Orleans Community Health’s For Women Only in October at White Birch Golf Course.
“The event not only aimed to raise essential funds, but also sought to create a meaningful and personal experience for attendees,” said Scott Robinson, director of marketing at Orleans Community Health.
At the center of this touching event was a unique artistic contribution by local artist Carol Culhane. She created a tree adorned with leaves for attendees to inscribe the names of loved ones they wished to honor. This interactive and soul-stirring artwork allowed participants to contribute to a collective expression of solidarity and support in the fight against cancer, Robinson said.
“As guests were given the opportunity to add a loved one’s name to leaves, the tree transformed into a living tribute, embodying the strength of a community standing together against the challenges of cancer,” Robinson said. “Carol’s thoughtful design not only captured the essence of the event, but also provided a tangible representation of the shared commitment to making a difference in Orleans County. The leaves on the tree stand as a testament to the unity and resilience of a community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer.”
Last week, Culhane donated the framed artwork to Medina Memorial Hospital, where it now hangs in the hospital’s Imaging Department.
“Our team was thrilled to accept the finished piece of artwork,” Robinson said.
Culhane is a self-taught artist, who has made it her mission to support local heroes, veterans and charitable organizations.
“I enjoy doing artwork for different causes because I can,” Culhane said. “I have been given a gift and I have done my best in my life to give and share it. I am a humble person and I have lived a successful life in terms of refining my skill as an untrained artist. As I realized I have a talent that could provide a mechanism for people to share, enjoy and give to others, I found great joy in doing so.”
Culhane has designed and painted hundreds of Christmas ornaments for Wounded Warriors, Purple Heart recipients and Gold Star mothers. She was chosen to paint portraits of veterans on a Vietnam Memorial in Rochester and she painted the murals at Golisano’s Children’s Hospital, to name a few. Each year, she designs and donates ornaments for a fundraiser for Hospice of Orleans County.
“Interacting with all walks of life, for example, children, elders, military, I have an opportunity to know each and everyone’s life story,” she said. “Whether it was a child full of joy and excitement at our tree farm or those fighting a serious disease; a member of our military who gave so much of his/her body and soul; or an elderly person so wise who shared their story with me, blessings came in many ways. My pen, pencil and paintbrush have been my blessing to share with others.”
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 13 December 2023 at 4:04 pm
MEDINA – The Village of Medina Planning Board last week approved the site plan for an 8,000-square-foot expansion at Vivus Technologies.
The business at 591 Mahar St. plans to put up a new 80-by-100 foot building. The company manufactures washers and other cleaning equipment.
Medina also approved a variance for the project. The village code requires a 50-foot setback for buildings when a commercial lot abuts a residential district. Vivus will have a 25-foot setback. The village approved the variance for the project, which is on a dead-end street.
The existing facility was previously used by Takeform before that company moved to Maple Ridge Road.
The Planning Board last week also approved the site plan for solar panels to be put on the roof of the Olde Pickle Factory on Park Avenue. The project has a capacity to generate 1.296 megawatts of power to be used onsite, with any excess to be sold on the grid, said Dan Gardner, the village’s code enforcement officer.
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 11 December 2023 at 5:48 pm
Students performed for full houses at Clifford Wise Intermediate School
Photos by Tom Rivers
MEDINA – Jacob Foley starred as Mowgli last week during performances of “The Jungle Book Kids” at Clifford Wise Intermediate School. Mowgli was lost and abandoned as a baby boy and was raised by wolves.
A cast of 90 fifth- and sixth-graders put on the show during four performances for about 1,300 people total. Anna Ferlito served as musical director. They worked since September to prepare for last week’s shows.
Last year, Clifford Wise performed Aladdin Jr. in the spring in the school’s first musical led by Ferlito. This year the show shifted to the fall so Ferlito can co-direct the high school musical in the spring.
Vincent Hosmer plays the role of Shere Khan, a tiger that decides that Mowgli is no longer welcome in the jungle. Shere Khan intimidates many of the other animals.
Harlow Rhim plays the role of Kaa, a snake that lulls Mowgli to sleep while Kaa sings “Trust in Me.” The snake coils include William Mojeski, Melody Pawlaczyk, Arik Papaj, Cadence Truesdell, Jace Campisano, Violet Trilizio, Emily Smith Flately and Bethany Chavez.
Kole Jones is the wiley King Louie, left center, and Amonte Mortenson-Chamblee is Baloo, a bear disguised as a very big monkey. They are singing, “I Wan’na Be Like You.”
Students created the artistic elements to turn the stage into a jungle scene.
Jill Vader is Colonel Hathi doing an inspection of the Elephant Army.
Shanti is played by Amber O’Kussick. Shanti is a girl from the Man Village. When Mowgli sees her, he is enchanted by her and decides to leave the jungle to live amongst humans in the village.
Bagheera, a panther played by Avery Twitchell, and Baloo, a giant fun-loving bear played by Amonte Mortenson-Chamblee, sing “The Bare Necessities.” Bagheera tries to keep Mowgli safe from predators, including Shere Kahn.
Photos and information courtesy of Medina Central School
MEDINA – For almost 30 years, the Medina Junior-Senior High School has helped out those in need in partnership with the Medina Area Association of Churches.
This year, under the mentorship of English teacher Kayla Rosenbeck and science teacher Sara Cinquino, students were asked to donate essential items to help out those in their community.
Students and staff collected over 1,300 items for MAAC to distribute to those in need.
“We are always happy to help out,” Rosenbeck said. “My co-advisor Sara Cinquino and I knew our students would want to help out such a worthy organization. We are very fortunate that our students wanted to donate and we are very proud of them for trying to make the holidays a little bit brighter for those less fortunate.”
The Medina Fire Department stopped at the school on Wednesday to collect the items and deliver them. Our Mustangs gave them a hand loading them into the ambulances.
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 8 December 2023 at 7:07 am
Photos by Tom Rivers
MEDINA – A community information kiosk with 8 panels about Medina has been installed in the Canal Basin.
The village’s Tourism Committee and the Orleans County YMCA worked with Takeform to design and develop the project. The YMCA used a $10,000 grant to pay for most of the cost.
The central part of the kiosk includes a map of Medina and the surrounding area in the 14103 zip code. That central part has a lighted panel to be visible at night. There are eight flanking panels, with four in a dark blue background and the other four in light blue.
The Tourism Committee, Takeform and village officials will have a dedication ceremony at 4 p.m. on Dec. 14 in the Canal Basin.
“This will be a beautiful addition to our Canal Basin for years to come,” said Jim Hancock, the Tourism Committee chairman.
The panel on the left focus on Medina Sandstone while the panels at right include “Embrace the culture” with history & museums, visual arts, significant architecture, “Made in Medina,” and performing arts. The panel at the far right “Savor our culinary creations” features farm markets, craft beverages, American cafes & family diners, drink & dine, pizza, wings & things, and familiar fast food.
These panels are about Erie Canal history (left) and exploring the outdoors – Erie Canal trails, the Canal Basin and marina, the Y Canal Club, Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge, Medina Memorial Bluebird Trail, local municipal parks and Glenwood Lake.
The kiosk also includes panels about community services with local government, health and emergency services, educational resources, community organizations, county agencies and veterans’ clubs.
Another panel highlights community events with parades, festivals and other events in the spring, summer, fall and winter.
There is a map with list of spots for shopping, houses of worship, lodging, recreation and cemeteries.
MEDINA – The Village of Medina Planning Board last week approved the site plan for an 8,000-square-foot expansion at Vivus Technologies.
