Assemblyman David DiPietro (R,C,I-East Aurora) delivered Proclamations to the Holmes family, the owners and operators of the Wallenwein’s Hotel, on Saturday, July 28, for their tireless support of the community and being a symbol of the spirit of the town of Aurora. The Holmes family has been living and managing the Wallenwein’s Hotel for several generations and have made it a centerpiece of the community and a local gathering spot where people can relax and celebrate their lives. This Proclamation also serves to memorialize Mr. Holmes’ late son, Lance Holmes. Lance was a staple of the community and always was a symbol of the hotel and the town.

“I was so pleased to deliver these Proclamations to the Holmes family and their renowned Wallenwein’s Hotel,” DiPietro said. “I have known Stubby my whole life and there is no better representation of our Western New York values. The entire Holmes family is deserving of recognition and praise. Thank you for being a staple of Aurora and being a landmark of our great town!”