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Guest Sam Sochet is a retired high school principal who currently works as an educational mentor, coach, consultant, and community speaker. He has been a member of the Syosset, NY, Library Board of Trustees since 2020 and currently serves as its Vice President. Sam taught and led schools for over 3 decades, which culminated in his work at Martin Van Buren High School, transforming it from a school on the brink of NY State Receivership and closure, to a thriving destination school for families in Eastern Queens. Sam's ability to utilize data analysis and community and civic involvement nearly doubled the graduation rate. As a result, Sam was named New York City High School Principal of the Year in 2019. Sam is currently running for the position of Oyster Bay, NY, Town Supervisor. Summary Sam Sochet shares lessons from transforming a struggling school, highlighting the significance of community, empowering teachers, and preparing students for flexible futures—while reflecting on the changing purpose of education and his new role in public service. The takeaway We must reimagine K–12 education, starting at the local community level, so that schooling goes beyond the traditional acquisition of content and test scores, focusing instead on preparing adaptable, collaborative, critical thinkers who can thrive in an uncertain future. Social Media LinkedIn
Cheektowaga Town Supervisor Brian Nowak discusses a proposed tax rate hike for residents full 495 Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:20:00 +0000 tdchyqIK3FLxKVMs8DHVoA6ECcVy72iu news,wben,cheektowaga,a new morning,brian nowak A New Morning news,wben,cheektowaga,a new morning,brian nowak Cheektowaga Town Supervisor Brian Nowak discusses a proposed tax rate hike for residents Collection of LIVE interviews from Buffalo's Early News on WBEN 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False http
Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa on the sale of the Westwood Country Club site to Erie County, and the lawsuit filed on the sale by GOP candidate Dan Gagliardo full 412 Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:50:00 +0000 uIQYNDBcHnccBHU7QpWFtaA5aTjM41qC news,amherst,wben,brian kulpa,a new morning,dan gagliardo,westwood country club A New Morning news,amherst,wben,brian kulpa,a new morning,dan gagliardo,westwood country club Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa on the sale of the Westwood Country Club site to Erie County, and the lawsuit filed on the sale by GOP candidate Dan Gagliardo Collection of LIVE interviews from Buffalo's Early News on WBEN 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News
GOP candidate for Amherst Town Supervisor, Dan Gagliardo on his lawsuit filed over the sale of the former Westwood Country Club site to Erie County full 158 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:30:00 +0000 MyvnI0BBiweRnuO3BMCa0CnoN7rtOgR8 news,amherst,wben,dan gagliardo,westwood country club WBEN Extras news,amherst,wben,dan gagliardo,westwood country club GOP candidate for Amherst Town Supervisor, Dan Gagliardo on his lawsuit filed over the sale of the former Westwood Country Club site to Erie County Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News
Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa and members of the Amherst Town Board react to the lawsuit filed over the sale of the former Westwood Country Club to Erie County full 645 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:45:00 +0000 fkD6G53m68igaZpztheZPPUK83fYq7ae news,amherst,wben,brian kulpa,amherst town board,westwood country club,shawn lavin WBEN Extras news,amherst,wben,brian kulpa,amherst town board,westwood country club,shawn lavin Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa and members of the Amherst Town Board react to the lawsuit filed over the sale of the former Westwood Country Club to Erie County Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Ne
On this week’ s edition of Happenin' in Homer X101's Matt Brooks is joined by the Supervisor of the town of Homer, Mike Park. Mike joins to give updates on[Read More...] The post Homer Town Supervisor Shares Renovation Updates Happenin’ in Homer appeared first on X101 Always Classic - WXHC.com.
09-02 Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa before the Town Board Public Hearing bonus 448 Wed, 03 Sep 2025 08:15:00 +0000 TAqKNTBxlE2YVLTuB1eDtptYjQkm7um1 news WBEN Extras news 09-02 Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa before the Town Board Public Hearing Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player
Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa joins the show to talk about the new deal with the Westwood Park redevelopment
Clarence Town Supervisor Pat Casilio following Wednesday's Town Board meeting over e-bike safety in the town full 426 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:15:00 +0000 UDHVEssShBuFGqE5UtgvlveQlgXuazQJ news,wben,e-bikes,clarence,pat casilio WBEN Extras news,wben,e-bikes,clarence,pat casilio Clarence Town Supervisor Pat Casilio following Wednesday's Town Board meeting over e-bike safety in the town Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False
West Seneca Town Supervisor Gary Dickson on the town's efforts to pass legislation revolving around battery storage systems full 262 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 14:45:00 +0000 N40HQBzg5okxtMC6W6JcibcdXEYpRIYD news,wben,gary dickson,battery storage,west seneca WBEN Extras news,wben,gary dickson,battery storage,west seneca West Seneca Town Supervisor Gary Dickson on the town's efforts to pass legislation revolving around battery storage systems Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False
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Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa with the latest on where things stand with the Costco and Station Twelve projects full 503 Mon, 11 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +0000 1sgbpC5d1TwwL4rMO7V7Bc8TdqNUWXkU amherst,wben,costco,brian kulpa,station 12,news WBEN Extras amherst,wben,costco,brian kulpa,station 12,news Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa with the latest on where things stand with the Costco and Station Twelve projects Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False
Cheektowaga Town Supervisor Brian Nowak ahead of Fourth of July festivities later this week full 162 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +0000 piNCeJhwntallKamjPT0FSxNXEL8Rr50 news,fireworks,wben,cheektowaga,fourth of july weekend,brian nowak WBEN Extras news,fireworks,wben,cheektowaga,fourth of july weekend,brian nowak Cheektowaga Town Supervisor Brian Nowak ahead of Fourth of July festivities later this week Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False h
Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger on a deal between the town and the Tonawanda Police Club full 422 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 19:47:57 +0000 wNKkhcJ2AHFiFthPicpW4OlJieyCtwOo news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger on a deal between the town and the Tonawanda Police Club Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False
Joe Liberti secured the Republican nomination for Orchard Park Town Supervisor on Tuesday. He tells us about his plans for the town if elected, including development around the new Bills stadium.
Dan Gagliardo wins the GOP primary for Amherst Town Supervisor full 180 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 03:11:45 +0000 sRyZVoGkvJ3XrYjKtLj8sypLHc27qpLk news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news Dan Gagliardo wins the GOP primary for Amherst Town Supervisor Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False https://player.amperwavepodcas
Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa on the future of the 171-acre Westwood Country Club site full 311 Tue, 10 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +0000 PbzzLdDgVg96sS1F8V7yzY2qOHLr0Z3d news,amherst,wben,brian kulpa,dan gagliardo,westwood country club WBEN Extras news,amherst,wben,brian kulpa,dan gagliardo,westwood country club Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa on the future of the 171-acre Westwood Country Club site Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False
Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger discusses proposed traffic changes to Colvin Boulevard, and a public meeting being held Monday night full 496 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +0000 QFls7kQoeqo9Q9gCaMTcAASwKxMD4kvY news,wben,town of tonawanda,joe emminger WBEN Extras news,wben,town of tonawanda,joe emminger Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger discusses proposed traffic changes to Colvin Boulevard, and a public meeting being held Monday night Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News
Republican-endorsed candidate for Amherst Town Supervisor, Dan Gagliardo calls for transparency and community voice with regards to the future of the 171-acre Westwood Country Club site full 605 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0000 aksV9l4v85jhoVh4timr16P6SdS4H0ew news,amherst,wben,dan gagliardo,westwood country club WBEN Extras news,amherst,wben,dan gagliardo,westwood country club Republican-endorsed candidate for Amherst Town Supervisor, Dan Gagliardo calls for transparency and community voice with regards to the future of the 171-acre Westwood Country Club site Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc.
Orchard Park Town Supervisor Gene Majchrzak full 429 Fri, 06 Jun 2025 08:00:00 +0000 xsnsuwEfrfA75GiBAnqs1UiUM9IgTdCR news WBEN Extras news Orchard Park Town Supervisor Gene Majchrzak Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=
Angie Carpenter, Islip Town Supervisor LIVE on LI in the AM w/ Jay Oliver! by JVC Broadcasting
Westwood Press Conference with Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz and Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa full 2375 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:15:59 +0000 d1sn3tfGIMHL1o1Vyn3Q2bYGczIofQOG news WBEN Extras news Westwood Press Conference with Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz and Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False
West Seneca Town Supervisor Gary Dickson on the sale of the Seneca Mall site and the future of its development full 258 Thu, 20 Mar 2025 08:30:31 +0000 9MaaOPjMZ609Tws6bc7nAMY44BuHmjeW news,wben,gary dickson,west seneca,seneca mall WBEN Extras news,wben,gary dickson,west seneca,seneca mall West Seneca Town Supervisor Gary Dickson on the sale of the Seneca Mall site and the future of its development Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False
Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa on Ingram Micro making the move from Wehrle Drive in Williamsville to the former Highmark building in Downtown Buffalo full 221 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 17:30:56 +0000 MggLQ5v2wpy8Tqy1BNrNJBGUj7lS5ZmJ buffalo,news,amherst,wben,brian kulpa,williamsville,ingram micro,news & politics WBEN Extras buffalo,news,amherst,wben,brian kulpa,williamsville,ingram micro,news & politics Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa on Ingram Micro making the move from Wehrle Drive in Williamsville to the former Highmark building in Downtown Buffalo Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News
A town hall will be held in the Town of Cheektowaga tonight, where the town's budget will be discussed. Supervisor Brian Nowak gives us the town's economic outlook.
Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger with an update on efforts to start up a municipal ambulatory service later this year full 329 Mon, 10 Mar 2025 08:30:35 +0000 DLLjY3uBzbBJ7aFZ3SYBuEgATN0niuxM news,wben,town of tonawanda,joe emminger WBEN Extras news,wben,town of tonawanda,joe emminger Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger with an update on efforts to start up a municipal ambulatory service later this year Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False
Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger following the second meeting of the Sumitomo Rubber Closure Task Force on Thursday full 177 Thu, 06 Mar 2025 17:00:17 +0000 d0aUD92mr2B4wZ4WLjxURByuNhw2vbE4 news,wben,erie county,town of tonawanda,sumitomo rubber,joe emminger WBEN Extras news,wben,erie county,town of tonawanda,sumitomo rubber,joe emminger Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger following the second meeting of the Sumitomo Rubber Closure Task Force on Thursday Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False
Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger on Officer strike full 566 Tue, 25 Feb 2025 09:15:13 +0000 r0gBQsDscCPbfeIADWHviP7hYickWMjc news WBEN Extras news Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger on Officer strike Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.c
Bob talks to State Senator Pam Helming about the wildcat strike, Bob takes calls, talks about the indictment in the Robert Brooks murder, the Irondequoit Democratic Committee nominating John Perticone for Town Supervisor, the Town Supervisor race in Greece, and the Texas Roadhouse in Henrietta being shut down by the health department.
Angie Carpenter, Islip Town Supervisor LIVE on LI in the AM w/ Jay Oliver! by JVC Broadcasting
Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger reacts to American Rock Salt's progress report on supplies full 394 Tue, 04 Feb 2025 09:24:29 +0000 c0ebjNpxhW4EJf2lSQmuP77sxpEr7oUD news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger reacts to American Rock Salt's progress report on supplies Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False
Tonawanda Supervisor Joe Emminger says the town continues to work with Sumitomo on a future use of the site, and some suitors are interested.
Angie Carpenter, Islip Town Supervisor LIVE on LI in the AM w/ Jay Oliver! by JVC Broadcasting
Ken Rosato fills in for Mark. Ken and Don talked about the start of Congestion pricing being less than two weeks away. listeners say the plan is against the law.
Confusion surrounds the migrant situation in WNY as people living at the Red Roof Inn in Amherst were moved out of the hotel Thursday, weeks before DocGo's contract with the state ends. Brian Nowak gave us an update on what's happening in Cheektowaga, where two hotels had been housing migrants.
West Seneca was one of the hardest hit areas during Thursday's lake effect snow. Supervisor Gary Dickson tells us when things will be "back to normal."
Hamburg Town Supervisor Randy Hoak on stepping down full 168 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 15:41:17 +0000 8qjzUzYX6L81jjatXlCSRaRYNCrHFTpq news A New Morning news Hamburg Town Supervisor Randy Hoak on stepping down Collection of LIVE interviews from Buffalo's Early News on WBEN 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?fe
Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger reacts to the closure of the Sumitomo Rubber plant on Sheridan Drive full 235 Fri, 08 Nov 2024 15:00:56 +0000 1mC4YtUgpH0f1vpEipqftXVOBxyYA08V news,wben,town of tonawanda,sumitomo rubber,joe emminger WBEN Extras news,wben,town of tonawanda,sumitomo rubber,joe emminger Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger reacts to the closure of the Sumitomo Rubber plant on Sheridan Drive Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False
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Angie Carpenter, Islip Town Supervisor LIVE on LI in the AM w/ Jay Oliver! by JVC Broadcasting
Clavin talked with Len Berman and Michael Riedel about Gov. Hochul suspending congestion pricing. Clavin believes Hochul did it because she wants Democrats to win in 2024. Nobody believes the suspension will last.
The guys talk about 4-wheelers in the city, Top Golf getting the OK, and a Town Supervisor suing Pittsford. Extended and early version of the episode at www.patreon.com/innerlooppodcast
Donald talked with Len Berman and Michael Riedel in the Morning about the city of Hempstead filing a lawsuit against the MTA for the proposed Congestion Pricing plan. The lawsuit seeks a permanent injunction to stop the congestion pricing plan.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is holding two public hearing sessions this week (Feb. 7, 8) on a proposed biochar facility using sewage sludge in Moreau, Saratoga County. The support for the project by the former Town Supervisor was a key factor in his landslide re-election defeat in November. Tracy Frisch of the Clean Air Action Network of Glens Falls discusses why so many residents are opposed to the project. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson," we sit down with Andraé Evans, the newly-elected supervisor of the town of Irondequoit. Evans is the first Black person elected to a supervisor position in a Monroe County suburb. He discusses his background and his goals for the town.
The Town of Coeymans has been in the news the last few years over issues related to importing waste to burn at the local cement plant and the control exercised by Carver Companies which owns the Port of Coeymans. George McHugh, the former attorney for Carver, was narrowly defeated in his re-election bid for Town Supervisor along with other GOP Town Board members. Barbara Heinzen of the Clean Air Coalition of Greater Ravena-Coeyman discusses the potential impact of the election results with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.