Wed, Feb 11th 2026 06:20 pm
Niagara Pride Inc. is proud to announce the return of the WNY Pride 5K & LGBTQ+ wellness event on Saturday, May 9, at the SUNY Niagara campus. As the premier LGBTQ+ health and wellness event in Western New York, this year's 5K marks a critical turning point for the organization as it embarks on a mission to raise $75,000 to establish the county's first mobile Pride unit.
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Wed, Feb 11th 2026 06:20 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health, in partnership with the Niagara County Office for the Aging, is offering a free diabetes self-management workshop. The workshop will meet one day a week, from 1-3:30 p.m. Mondays, for six weeks (March 23 through April 27), at Lockport Memorial Hospital, 6001 Shimer Drive.
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Tue, Feb 10th 2026 06:05 pm
The New York Power Authority today was named a Best Midsize American Employer by Forbes Magazine. The Power Authority earned a high ranking as the No. 10 best place to work out of 500 companies, and was ranked first within the utility industry.
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Tue, Feb 10th 2026 08:00 am
On Monday, Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns and Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski announced the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is preparing over the long Presidents Day weekend to launch the first phase of a new, modernized technology system designed to improve customer service and streamline operations for both residents and staff.
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Mon, Feb 9th 2026 12:10 pm
The Historical Association of Lewiston welcomes back Douglas DeCroix for its next program, titled, "Metamorphosis of a War Criminal; Walter Dornberger, Bell's Rocket Genius." This presentation will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Lutheran Church of the Messiah Fellowship Hall, 915 Oneida St.
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Sat, Feb 7th 2026 10:25 am
The cherry on top of weeks of snow accumulations and freezing-cold temperatures is ice dams forming in and above gutters across Western New York. Though not a new phenomenon, these blocks of ice - and the size and quantity of attached icicles - have not been this noticeable (or noisome) in recent years.
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Fri, Feb 6th 2026 08:05 am
But the truth is, for every competition the Brickyard wins (and that includes past titles for "WNY's Best BBQ" and best stew), voters continually point to the fact that the staff at this restaurant - and its sister site - simply outworks other eateries. From customer service to in-house menus to offsite catering, the Brickyard continues to set the standard for WNY restaurants.
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Fri, Feb 6th 2026 07:00 am
Hello everyone! I am pleased to offer an update on my recent projects and acquisitions to the museum collection.
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Fri, Feb 6th 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for Feb. 6, 2026
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 11:30 am
Throughout this week, Lewiston laborers have been out along Center Street clearing massive snow piles caused by January's snowstorms. In working to clear the roads and sidewalks, snow had accumulated to heights almost equaling the neighboring buildings.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 10:40 am
Artpark & Company announced "Sierra Ferrell: Heavy Petal Tour" at Artpark's Mainstage Theater in Lewiston at 7 p.m. Sept. 2. Ferrell just announced her 2026 Heavy Petal tour, which includes more than 40 dates across the U.S. and Europe throughout this summer and fall.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 08:25 am
From Jan. 25-30, students and faculty at St. Peter R.C. School in Lewiston celebrated Catholic Schools Week with special events and a focus on how to "live like a saint," as they explored ways to positively contribute to their families, school and the community.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 08:00 am
Birthdays are meant to be celebrated - especially through the eyes of a child. Sadly, with the rising cost of groceries, even a simple birthday cake can be out of reach for families who are struggling.
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Wed, Feb 4th 2026 11:05 am
Destination Niagara USA is proud to announce that Niagara Falls USA will host the International Inbound Travel Association 2026 Summit from Feb. 8-11.
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:55 pm
Nine students from Niagara University's College of Hospitality, Sport, and Tourism Management are headed to Santa Clara, California, to see what goes into organizing the National Football League's showcase event as they work behind the scenes at Super Bowl LX for a one-of-a-kind experiential learning opportunity.
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:35 am
The Niagara Arts & Cultural Center (NACC) will showcase a multimedia exhibition of works featuring 30-40 professional and amateur artists at the 15th annual "Artists of Color" Gallery Exhibition.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 06:40 pm
Niagara University's College of Nursing has received a $400,000 grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to develop a comprehensive educational and community engagement program aimed at addressing maternal health disparities in and around Western New York.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 06:40 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health offers free rabies immunization clinics. 2026 dates include:
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 06:35 pm
In 2026, America turns 250 and celebrations are planned throughout the nation. On Feb. 14-15, Old Fort Niagara ushers in the semiquincentennial year with a special event focused on how people survived winter on the New York frontier during the American Revolution.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 02:20 pm
The newly published "Isle of View" anthology will be showcased at a reading and signing event at the Lewiston Library, 305 S. Eighth St., at. 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15.
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 10:30 am
Niagara County Legislator Chris McKimmie will welcome New York State Assemblyman Angelo Morinello to "Coffee with Chris" at 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at Grace Lutheran Church, 736 Cayuga Drive, Niagara Falls.
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 09:35 am
The Lewiston Public Library board of trustees will hold its annual meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2, in the Lewiston Public Library Community Room, 305 S. Eighth St. This will be followed immediately by the regular February meeting.
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 08:05 am
Local food fans doubled down this time around, voting Favorites "WNY's Best Pizza" and "WNY's Best Wings."
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 08:00 am
The photographic art of two local shutterbugs, and student-created works related to those makers, will be on display Thursday at the Level Gallery. "SOUL" will showcase the fruits of a collaboration between the Lewiston Council on the Arts and Lewiston-Porter High School.
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 07:00 am
At the Lewiston Town Board meeting Monday evening, newly elected councilman William Burg reported on new request from the Niagara County Sheriff's Office for installation of an additional vehicle-monitoring Flock Safety camera at Military and Annover roads.
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 07:00 am
On Saturday, Feb. 14, from 9 a.m. to noon, Dr. Glenda R. Rose and Dr. Thomas G. Barba of Rose Chiropractic, P.C., in Lewiston, will be sponsoring the 36th annual "Doctors with a Heart Day" for their patients. Nonperishable food items will be collected to benefit the Niagara Community Action Program (NiaCAP) food pantry in exchange for chiropractic services.
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 07:00 am
The other day, I was asked about the lack of visiting anglers this winter. I had to assure the person it had nothing to do with lack of promotion or any issues with the number of fish waiting to be caught, but it was just due to the clarity (or lack thereof) of the water itself.
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 06:10 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for Jan. 30, 2026
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 03:20 pm
Destination Niagara USA has announced the addition of three distinguished professionals to its board of directors for 2026: Anna Pierce, vice president at Rainbow Air Inc.; Dave Wedekindt, president of Artpark & Company; and John Kinney, founder and owner of Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours. Each brings decades of experience, leadership and dedication to the Niagara Falls tourism community.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 11:50 am
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Tue, Jan 27th 2026 08:20 pm
SUNY Niagara's leadership has approved a revised institutional mission, a new vision statement and five-year strategic plan to support it. The plan, named "Future Forward 2026-2030," goes into effect this month following its unanimous approval at the college's board of trustees meeting in November.
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Sat, Jan 24th 2026 09:20 am
The New York Power Authority's Niagara Power Vista will be closed due to the severe impending weather. The closure will be in effect Sunday, Jan. 25, and Monday, Jan. 26.
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Fri, Jan 23rd 2026 01:35 pm
The Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce officially unveiled its 2026 advocacy agenda on Thursday, outlining a set of guiding principles that will shape the Chamber's advocacy efforts at the local, state and federal levels in the year ahead.
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Fri, Jan 23rd 2026 07:00 am
A series of summer events were approved Tuesday - on one of the coldest days of the year - during the Village of Lewiston's monthly meeting. Trustees approved the following motions:
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Fri, Jan 23rd 2026 06:30 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for Jan. 23, 2026
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Thu, Jan 22nd 2026 11:10 am
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski announced the planned closures and schedule changes of the county's three Department of Motor Vehicles offices in February as the New York State DMV begins a large-scale system upgrade next month to modernize its technology platforms and service delivery. The upgrades impact every DMV across the state.
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Wed, Jan 21st 2026 07:10 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health, children with special needs division, is pleased to announce an upcoming session of "Happy Talk Song and Sign." This free, community-based parent-child group is designed to support early communication and language development in young children through songs, simple signs, and evidence-based play.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2026 01:45 pm
The newest member of the Aquarium of Niagara's penguin colony is making his public debut in honor of Penguin Awareness Day - and his arrival also brings a budding bird romance to Western New York.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2026 01:35 pm
Niagara Community Action Program Inc. would like to extend its appreciation and thanks to Niagara Sheets LLC for a donation of $850, three boxes of new clothes for children, and six boxes of assorted toys for children to help needy families throughout Niagara County.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2026 01:35 pm
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski, on Tuesday, issued his yearly reminder to pistol permitholders to check their permits to see if they are due to recertify with the New York State Police.
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