Thirty years ago — 1992

Nelson Capital Development Inc. invites the public to the grand opening of the Collins Manor at West Main Street in Ripley. The Collins Manor is a New York State-subsidized elderly housing complex to serve independent, low-income persons 62 years old or older. The two-story building consists of 24 apartment units.

Forty years ago — 1982

The new bridge on the Versailles Plank Road has been completed and is in use by local traffic. It is expected to be opened officially within a month after all guard rails are installed. The new bridge replaces a single-lane bridge that was closed to vehicle traffic for three years, requiring travelers to take an alternate route to Lawtons via Route 62.

Fifty years ago — 1972

William C. Kinner, who last year had the distinction of cutting down the 132-foot wooden flagpole at Memorial Park in Dunkirk has been hired by the city as a tree expert. He operates Kinner Landscaping and Tree Surgery at 35 East Sixth St.