Fri, Aug 21st 2026 06:00 am
In 2023, Jeremy Young, a sergeant major with the U.S. Army reserves, was asked to accompany a Vietnam veteran on an honor flight to Washington, D.C.
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Fri, Aug 21st 2026 05:55 am
For the past two years, Eco Island, 3285 Staley Road, has been one of the stops on the annual Grand Island Garden Walk.
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Fri, Aug 21st 2026 05:55 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for Aug. 21, 2026
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Thu, Aug 20th 2026 03:35 pm
The state Department of Environmental Conservation and Environmental Protection Agency assessment teams continue to conduct fieldwork across areas of interest in Niagara and Erie counties.
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Thu, Aug 20th 2026 02:05 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that Grand Island Boulevard (state Route 324), in the Town of Grand Island, will be closed between Whitehaven Road and Long Road beginning at 6 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, for approximately two weeks, to facilitate culvert replacements. Drivers should follow the posted detour using Baseline Road and Long Road.
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Thu, Aug 20th 2026 12:45 pm
Local residents were briefed on ongoing radiological assessments in Northern Erie and Niagara County by the New York State Department of Environment and Conversation and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Monday, as the agencies hosted a joint information session.
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Mon, Aug 17th 2026 05:35 pm
Tops Friendly Markets announced the launch of its annual campaign in support of the United Way. It will run from Aug. 23 through Sept. 5, will take place at select Tops locations. Shoppers can contribute by donating $1 at checkout or by rounding up their change at any Tops register. These donations directly support the United Way helping fund critical programs and initiatives that serve thousands of community members.
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Mon, Aug 17th 2026 05:30 pm
This Women of the Word (W.O.W.) will begin another year of Christian Bible study on Grand Island. Hosted by Trinity Church, 2100 Whitehaven Road, the ladies of W.O.W. will examine a survey of the New Testament and the Old Testament book of Nehemiah. The "Premier Celebration" is Thursday, Sept. 10, beginning at 9:15 a.m.
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Sat, Aug 15th 2026 08:45 am
Erie County is acknowledging National Breastfeeding Awareness Month in August by designating seven organizations as breastfeeding, chestfeeding and lactation-friendly worksites. This brings the total number of organizations in this program to 57 and more than 86 worksites, inclusive of tens of thousands of workers in Erie County.
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 06:45 pm
The Lewiston Art Festival, marking its 60th year in 2026, filled Center Street this past weekend with art, music and crowds who enjoyed the art and the beautiful summer weather.
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 06:50 am
The Grand Island Neighbors Foundation is deeply grateful to the Service and Mercy Alliance (SAMA), a local Muslim faith organization, for its generous donation of nonperishable food to support our food pantry and the Grand Island residents we serve.
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 06:30 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for Aug. 14, 2026
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 06:05 am
Grand Island now has four new electric vehicle charging stations at a plaza owned by Larry and Michael Playfair, at 1738 Grand Island Blvd., close to the bridges that link Grand Island to Tonawanda.
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 06:00 am
Food, camaraderie, music, cars and fast boats were some of the main features of events held at the Buffalo Launch Club during the weekend of Aug. 7-9.
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Thu, Aug 13th 2026 11:25 am
The Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) is alerting residents to a recent increase in reported bat encounters, and reminding the public that bats can carry rabies, a 100% fatal and 100% preventable disease. Any potential contact between a bat and a person or pet should be treated as a possible exposure.
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Mon, Aug 10th 2026 10:55 pm
The Grand Island Lions Club will hold its annual White Cane Drive on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 21-22, inviting the community to support one of the club's longest-standing fundraising traditions.
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Mon, Aug 10th 2026 10:55 pm
As this nation commemorates America's 250th anniversary, Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns marked National Purple Heart Day by honoring Erie County veterans whose names were added to the ninth annual William J. Donovan Purple Heart Book of Merit.
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Mon, Aug 10th 2026 10:55 pm
Erie County will host two free rabies vaccine clinics in September, inviting pet owners to take advantage of this public health service to protect dogs, cats and ferrets from this 100% fatal disease.
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Mon, Aug 10th 2026 10:50 pm
As part of a nationally coordinated effort to reduce risks for rabies in wildlife, Erie County will see distribution of rabies vaccine bait by air and on the ground in August and September. These activities will start Aug. 12, with fixed-wing airplane dropping bait over rural areas through Aug. 21, and Erie County Department of Health staff placing bait on the ground through Aug. 24. (Schedule dependent on weather.) Helicopters will cover suburban areas from Sept. 14-19.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 08:10 pm
For the first time ever, the Professional Disc Golf Association will host its amateur championship in the Buffalo Niagara Region this month. The event will bring about 350 athletes and their families from 44 states and 11 countries to the area over the week, with tournament play held in Erie and Niagara counties.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 06:05 am
The Grand Island Town Board voted Monday to give New York state's Department of Environmental Conservation and the federal Environmental Protection Agency access to Veterans Park to do radiological assessments.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 06:00 am
The Grand Island Town Board issued a proclamation honoring the 82nd Airborne Division at its meeting on Monday. Receiving copies of the proclamation were Ray DeGlopper, nephew of Charles N. DeGlopper; and Peggy White, sister of Terry Crowe.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 06:00 am
As Islanders watched from Town Commons, an Erie County Sheriff's Department helicopter landed on Whitehaven Road at exactly 6 p.m. during the community's celebration of National Night Out on Tuesday.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 06:00 am
Earlier this summer, the Charles N. DeGlopper expansion committee released its updated website and launched a new fundraising campaign for the DeGlopper Memorial located at the intersection of Grand Island Boulevard and Baseline Road.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 06:00 am
One of the questions I hear most often is, "When are home prices on Grand Island finally going to come down?" It's a fair question. After several years of rapid appreciation, many buyers are wondering if waiting will lead to better opportunities, while sellers are curious whether they've missed the peak of the market.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 05:55 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for Aug. 7, 2026
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 05:55 am
Bad weather pulled the plug on the electrifying Thunder on the Niagara hydroplane races shortly after 4 p.m. Sunday at Gratwick Park in North Tonawanda.
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Thu, Aug 6th 2026 03:55 pm
The Buffalo AKG Art Museum's Public Art Initiative celebrated a new mural by local artist Bree Gilliam (American, born 2000) at Evergreen Health and affiliate Community Access Services' (CAS) new location at 3070 Bailey Ave. Evergreen Health and CAS are building a new, comprehensive healthcare center to ensure inclusive and judgment-free health care is accessible, including primary care and pharmacy services.
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Thu, Aug 6th 2026 02:25 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that Interstate 290 (Youngmann Memorial Highway) westbound in the Town of Tonawanda, between the Interstate 990 off-ramp to I-290 and the I-290 on-ramp from Niagara Falls Boulevard (Route 62) will be reduced from three lanes to one from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, to facilitate bridge repairs. Drivers should expect delays and consider alternate routes when possible.
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Mon, Aug 3rd 2026 05:10 pm
New York State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt introduced legislation, Senate Bill S.10672, which would amend the environmental conservation law in relation to radioactive waste disposal. Currently, the state's hazardous waste Superfund program does not cover radiological contamination - and a Superfund cannot be declared for radiological contamination remediation.
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Mon, Aug 3rd 2026 05:10 pm
Ownership of the new Highmark Stadium was officially transferred Monday from Erie County to New York state, completing a process that involved the largest construction project in the history of Western New York.
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Sat, Aug 1st 2026 07:25 pm
In the best interest of guests, visitors, participants and event partners, Erie County has postponed "716 Celebrates: Stars, Stripes & Signers," originally scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 2, on Buffalo's waterfront.
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Fri, Jul 31st 2026 02:35 pm
On Thursday, Buffalo AKG Public Art Initiative celebrated the production of a student-led mural at the Buffalo Center for Arts and Technology (BCAT) on the east and west walls of its new home at 368 Sycamore St. The two-part mural, titled "Let's See Dreams," was recently completed by a team of 19 BCAT students.
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Fri, Jul 31st 2026 11:15 am
YMCA Buffalo Niagara is excited to announce a new loop course for the 131st YMCA Turkey Trot. This year's Thanksgiving race introduces a circuit route, starting and ending at the Buffalo Convention Center.
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Fri, Jul 31st 2026 11:15 am
The Erie County Fair is preparing to welcome guests back, Aug. 12-23, for its 186th year, bringing together agricultural traditions, family attractions, live entertainment, new food and beverage offerings, and affordable fun for all ages.
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Fri, Jul 31st 2026 06:00 am
Kayaks, ecotours, food trucks and sunny weather were the highlights of the 20th anniversary of Paddles Up, held July 25 at Beaver Island State Park.
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Fri, Jul 31st 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for July 31, 2026
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Thu, Jul 30th 2026 03:00 pm
Grab a blanket and a lawn chair: Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy is bringing back its free family movie night series, giving families across the city a reason to gather under the stars in two of Buffalo's most beloved green spaces.
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Tue, Jul 28th 2026 05:10 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced the appointment of Katie Morse as vice president of marketing and communications. Morse will lead the medical center's marketing, communications, media relations, and community engagement efforts, supporting Memorial's mission to provide exceptional care to the communities it serves.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2026 07:00 am
CentsLess Racing is ready to take to the water at this year's Thunder on the Niagara, Aug. 1-2, bringing one of the event's strongest and most diverse lineups to the Niagara River. With entries spanning four competitive classes and several hometown favorites behind the wheel, the team will be chasing victories in front of Western New York race fans at Gratwick Park in North Tonawanda.
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