Fri, Oct 16th 2026 07:00 am
The Town of Grand Island's "Paint the Town" public art project returns for its second year, featuring the work of three local artists whose designs celebrate the Island's natural beauty, recognizable landmarks, and strong sense of community.
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Fri, Oct 16th 2026 06:10 am
The Niagara River Greenway Commission has a new chairman: Grand Island resident Jim Sharpe.
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Fri, Oct 16th 2026 06:05 am
When Patrick Antonelli opened his JB's Coffee & Kitchen on Aug. 13, he did it to fill a need he felt other Grand Island eateries weren't addressing.
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Fri, Oct 16th 2026 06:00 am
The following Grand Island response activity occurred Saturday, Oct. 3, to Friday, Oct. 9, according to the Erie County Sheriff's Office. ECSO deputies responded to 2,022 complaints among its county districts of 15 municipalities, including Grand Island, for the week of this report.
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Fri, Oct 16th 2026 06:00 am
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Fri, Oct 16th 2026 06:00 am
After more than 30 years of use, the playground at Huth Road Elementary School has received a much-needed transformation, creating a refreshed outdoor space where students can play, explore, build friendships and feel included.
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Fri, Oct 16th 2026 05:55 am
The Grand Island High School art department unveiled new opportunities for art students to explore their creativity and discover their artistic vision as high school students.
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Thu, Oct 15th 2026 05:15 pm
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Thu, Oct 15th 2026 05:05 pm
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for Oct. 16, 2026
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Tue, Oct 13th 2026 09:50 pm
"I invite the Catholic family across Western New York and all people of goodwill to join together in prayer for our holy father, Pope Leo XIV, as he deals with this concerning health issue."
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Tue, Oct 13th 2026 07:00 am
Election Day is less than one month away. It is important to remind everyone about the options for registered voters to make their voice heard for what is on the ballot this year.
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Mon, Oct 12th 2026 11:55 am
Rotary Club of Grand Island, joined by students and other citizens, realize how important Beaver Island Parkway is - and would like to keep it litter free. We also realize that much of the litter eventually makes its way to our waterway and our drinking water.
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Mon, Oct 12th 2026 06:00 am
The Fairgrounds Festival of Lights returns for its 22nd season, bringing Western New York's largest holiday light show back to The Erie County Fairgrounds.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2026 04:25 pm
The Erie County Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Services - Fire Safety Division announced the acquisition of two fire engines through generous donations from the Colden Fire District and the Bowmansville Volunteer Fire Association. These engines will become the first fire apparatus assigned directly to the Erie County Fire Academy, providing a valuable new resource to support firefighter training and safety throughout Erie County.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2026 03:45 pm
Seven Western New York families have experienced the devastating loss of a newborn infant in the past two months. These deaths, investigated by the Erie County Medical Examiner's Office, were all in infants 6 months of age and younger, with an unsafe sleeping environment as a contributing cause.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2026 07:00 am
The Grand Island Board of Education recognized student accomplishments, celebrated recent school events and received updates on academics, athletics, career education and district operations during its Oct. 5 meeting.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2026 07:00 am
Two Grand Island Police Department officers were honored at the Town of Grand Island regular business meeting on Monday night.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2026 06:00 am
The following Grand Island response activity occurred Saturday, Sept. 26, to Friday, Oct. 2, according to the Erie County Sheriff's Office. ECSO deputies responded to 2,196 complaints among its county districts of 15 municipalities, including Grand Island, for the week of this report. This included 334 premises checks, 34 neighborhood patrols, 157 vehicle/traffic stops, 219 calls to assist other agencies, and 21 arrest warrants served.
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Thu, Oct 8th 2026 08:35 pm
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for Oct. 9, 2026
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Tue, Oct 6th 2026 10:45 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns and Community Action Organization (CAO) of WNY announced the DRIVE to Success program, directed by Madonna Bishop and Jamelle Simmons of the county clerk's office and CAO's HOPE Initiative, through the Erie County clerk's auto bureau division (DMV).
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Fri, Oct 2nd 2026 06:25 pm
Applications for Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) regular benefits will be accepted beginning Monday, Nov. 2, in Erie County. The Department of Social Services is strongly encouraging applicants to apply online or to utilize remote channels to apply. As in previous years, interested applicants are encouraged to apply sooner rather than later.
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Fri, Oct 2nd 2026 06:45 am
Diamonds in the Ruff animal rescue will hold its annual tailgate raffle from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, at the Shawnee Firehall, 3747 Lockport Road, Sanborn. The event will include basket, 50/50, booze, signed jersey and high-end items raffles; plus, baked goods and merchandise sales.
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Fri, Oct 2nd 2026 06:00 am
The following Grand Island response activity occurred Saturday, Sept. 19, to Friday, Sept. 25, according to the Erie County Sheriff's Office. ECSO deputies responded to 2,316 complaints among its county districts of 15 municipalities, including Grand Island, for the week of this report. This included 372 premises checks, 51 neighborhood patrols, 282 vehicle/traffic stops, 252 calls to assist other agencies, and 18 arrest warrants served.
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Fri, Oct 2nd 2026 06:00 am
John "Joe" Stanley Synakowski passed from this world on Sept. 10, 2026. He was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania, on April 22, 1930, the eighth of 13 children born to Margaret (Kucinski) and Francis Synakowski. The family moved to Buffalo when John was a child.
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Fri, Oct 2nd 2026 05:55 am
Community members gathered at Grand Island High School on Saturday for the first-ever "Grand Island Cares" event, a community initiative offering free CPR, airway rescue, and "Stop the Bleed" training to help residents prepare for medical emergencies and better protect their neighbors.
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Fri, Oct 2nd 2026 05:55 am
At the Sept. 21 meeting of the Grand Island Central School District Board of Education, three fifth grade students from Kaegebein Elementary School talked about the school's safety patrol program, as well as the announcers' club.
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Fri, Oct 2nd 2026 05:55 am
At the Sept. 12 meeting of the Grand Island Central School Board, Interim Assistant Superintendent of School Business and Finance Doug Whelan discussed the possibility of exempting veterans who are considered 100% disabled and unable to work from paying school taxes on their property.
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Fri, Oct 2nd 2026 05:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for Oct. 2, 2026
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Thu, Oct 1st 2026 09:40 am
Tops Friendly Markets announced that, during the month of October, it is once again offering schools the chance to earn double the rewards as part of its "Tops in Education" program ("TIE"). Participants enrolled in the program will now be able to earn up to 10% for their school(s) during the entire month of October.
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Fri, Sep 25th 2026 11:35 am
Project ideas for a town center are needed in Grand Island to take advantage of a potential $4.5 million grant through the NY Forward program.
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Fri, Sep 25th 2026 11:20 am
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz recently joined Department of Public Workers Commissioner William Geary and representatives from the 34 Group and e2 Companies to accept a check in the amount of $2,493,951 as a federal rebate check for investments made to create a modern and more efficient power system for the Rath Building.
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Fri, Sep 25th 2026 06:00 am
The Salvation Army Tonawanda Worship and Community Center recently held its fourth annual "Back-to-School Bash," a free community event helping students from Tonawanda, North Tonawanda, Amherst and Grand Island get ready for the new school year.
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Fri, Sep 25th 2026 05:00 am
Visitors to the Niagara Frontier 2026 Antique and Classic Boat Show, held at the Sandy Beach Yacht Club and the Sandy Beach Park Club during the weekend of Sept. 19-20, enjoyed an intimate atmosphere and a different view than in previous years. This year, the show was held at the adjoining Sandy Beach Yacht Club and Sandy Beach Park Club.
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Thu, Sep 24th 2026 08:40 pm
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for Sept. 25, 2026
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Thu, Sep 24th 2026 03:05 pm
The following Grand Island response activity occurred Saturday, Sept. 12, to Friday, Sept. 18, according to the Erie County Sheriff's Office. ECSO deputies responded to 2,217 complaints among its county districts of 15 municipalities, including Grand Island, for the week of this report. This included 393 premises checks, 41 neighborhood patrols, 256 vehicle/traffic stops, 239 calls to assist other agencies, and 13 arrest warrants served.
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Thu, Sep 24th 2026 12:30 pm
In recognition of National First Responders Day on Sept. 28, Erie County Clerk Michael P. "Mickey" Kearns is thanking the men and women who serve the community by offering free passport photos to Erie County first responders from Sept. 26-30.
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Tue, Sep 22nd 2026 09:55 pm
HUNT Commercial Real Estate has announced the listing of 2400 Grand Island Blvd., the former home of Fantasy Island and most recently Niagara Amusement Park & Splash World, for $4,999,900.
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Tue, Sep 22nd 2026 02:45 pm
Shea's Performing Arts Center and Broadway presenting partner Albert Nocciolino are thrilled to announce that tickets for the North American tour of the smash hit Broadway musical and global sensation, "The Great Gatsby," based on the beloved novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, are now on sale.
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Tue, Sep 22nd 2026 02:30 pm
The Erie County Department of Health and its Office of Health Equity have awarded funding to five community organizations to create sensory rooms for children and youth with developmental, behavioral, emotional and sensory challenges.
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Mon, Sep 21st 2026 04:15 pm
September is Suicide Prevention Month. Deputy Erie County Executive Lisa Chimera joined Commissioner of Mental Health Sarah Bonk; along with Health Commissioner Dr. Gale Burstein; Jessica Pirro, president and CEO of Crisis Services and chair of the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Erie County; Elena Miller, suicide prevention coalition coordinator; and other community partners to bring awareness about suicide prevention and raise a Flag of Hope at the Edward A. Rath County Office Building.
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