Thirty years ago — 1993

The village of Westfield now has the title and deed for the Grand Theater building and plans are under way for its demolition. Mayor Joseph Pagano said the possibility of holding an auction first is being explored. There are stacks of old tickets, about 100 new bricks in the theater basement, seats and other items that people may want as memorabilia. The mayor thought an auction would be a fun thing to do, particularly this time of year when there isn’t much going on.

Forty years ago — 1983

From Just Between Us … Bird of Paradise plants don’t bloom too often in northern climates, but one bloomed recently after almost eight years of care by Mrs. Natalie Zatorski of Dunkirk. The horticulture enthusiast received her plant from a friend who brought it back from a Florida vacation. Happily, her patience and care were rewarded when the plant produced its orange and purple blossoms …