Emma McElligott

Buffalo

Journalist at Trill Mag

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Articles

East Aurora resident joins US Club Soccer’s National Team

2 weeks ago | beenews.com | Emma McElligott

This month, East Aurora Middle Schooler Marley Skalski is conquering a new field more than 4,000 miles away. Skalski, a 13-year-old soccer player from East Aurora, is one of only 18 female athletes in her age group across the country to be selected for the prestigious US Club Soccer id2 National Selection team. The team will compete in France through April 12, facing academy teams in Paris and Lyon.
West Falls EMT advocates for advanced safety training

2 weeks ago | beenews.com | Emma McElligott

Eighteen-year-old Clara Stucker grew up watching her parents volunteer with the West Falls Fire Company, responding to emergencies and serving their community. Now, as she prepares to graduate from Springville-Griffith Institute, Stucker is stepping into a leadership role of her own as an advocate for stronger protections for EMTs and first responders.
Cleve Hill inducts Class of 2025 Hall of Fame

2 weeks ago | beenews.com | Emma McElligott

Cleveland Hill Schools inducted two alumni into its Hall of Fame on Wednesday, June 4. The inductees for 2025 are Dr. Sarah Saputo, Class of 2004, and the late Thomas Kulaszewski, Class of 1972. Cleveland Hill High School Principal Timothy Wiles opened the program by explaining that the Hall of Fame was established in 2022 by the school’s Shared Decision-Making Committee.
Event unites Cheektowaga for Alzheimer’s support

2 weeks ago | beenews.com | Emma McElligott

Classic cars, live music and community spirit will come together once again as Peregrine Senior Living hosts its third annual “Care to Cruise” fundraiser from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 20, at 575 Cayuga Creek Road. The event will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association of Western New York. Admission is free. Attendees can enjoy live entertainment, food and giveaways while exploring a display of nearly 50 classic cars.
Resolute Wealth Planning expands to historic Orchard Park site

1 month ago | orchardparkbee.com | Emma McElligott

A familiar building in Orchard Park is preparing for a new chapter. The former Eckl’s restaurant at 4936 Ellicott Road, a structure that has stood for nearly 200 years, is being renovated to serve as the future home of Resolute Wealth Planning and other local businesses. The financial advisory firm, affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services, purchased the property earlier […]
Maryvale BOE approves resolution for capital reserve

2 months ago | cheektowagabee.com | Emma McElligott

At the Maryvale Board of Education meeting held on Tuesday, April 22, Superintendent Joseph D’Angelo introduced a resolution to establish and approve a new capital reserve fund. He explained the value this type of reserve has had in the past, emphasizing how it has supported important districtwide projects. D’Angelo highlighted that the capital reserve has been instrumental in ongoing improvements to school facilities, especially the recent upgrades to the primary school.
East Aurora resident joins US Club Soccer’s National Team

2 months ago | eastaurorabee.com | Emma McElligott

This month, East Aurora Middle Schooler Marley Skalski is conquering a new field more than 4,000 miles away. Skalski, a 13-year-old soccer player from East Aurora, is one of only 18 female athletes in her age group across the country to be selected for the prestigious US Club Soccer id2 National Selection team. The team will compete in France through […]
Orchard Park resident raising funds for cancer research

2 months ago | orchardparkbee.com | Emma McElligott

For Orchard Park resident Benjamin Schafer, running isn’t just about personal achievement, it’s about making a difference. On April 21, he’ll participate in the 129th Boston Marathon as a member of the Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge team, dedicating each mile to raising funds for cancer research. Schafer, a 2015 graduate of Orchard Park High School, is no stranger to big goals. […]
The COMMA Fine Art Gallery relocates to Orchard Park

Mar 13, 2025 | orchardparkbee.com | Emma McElligott

The COMMA Fine Art Gallery will open its new location in Orchard Park with an opening reception from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 14, at 3915 N. Buffalo St., in the Rider Frames and Gallery building. After the lease for the original gallery building in East Aurora ended, the team found a way to continue its support for […]
Cleveland Hill gives proposed 2025-2026 budget update

Mar 6, 2025 | cheektowagabee.com | Emma McElligott

The Cleveland Hill Board of Education furthered their discussion of the proposed 2025-26 budget at their meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 19. This budget presentation covered the tax cap calculation, tax levy since the cap and revenue estimation for the next school year. The update includes a calculated tax cap of 2.0%, which is lower than the consumer price index of 2.95%.