Fri, Apr 3rd 2026 06:00 am
The Erie Niagara Sunrise Exchange Club presented its Accepting the Challenge of Excellence (A.C.E.) awards at a breakfast meeting March 25 at the Olympic Restaurant in Kenmore. The award highlights high school seniors who have overcome challenges and achieved success at school and in their personal lives.
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2026 06:00 am
Sienna Sarkees, a senior at Grand Island High School, was selected by her counselor, Sheryl Kavanagh, as the Youth of the Year for the Erie Niagara Sunrise Exchange Club.
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Tue, Mar 31st 2026 01:20 pm
Girl Scouts of Western New York (GSWNY) will celebrate the region's most inspiring leaders at the 2026 Women of Distinction event, recognizing individuals who exemplify courage, confidence and character, while making a lasting impact across Western New York.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 08:50 pm
Niagara University's student chapter of the Club Management Association of America (CMAA) was once again named Student Chapter of the Year by the association at its World Conference and Club Business Expo, which was held Feb. 17-21 in Anaheim.
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Fri, Mar 20th 2026 07:00 am
At its March 9 meeting, the Grand Island Central School District Board of Education honored athletic trainer Samara Johnson for an article that was published in the "Journal of Athletic Training," titled "Lower Leg Morel Lavallee Lesion in a Female High School Athlete: a Case Report."
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Fri, Mar 13th 2026 07:05 am
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University invites the public to an evening of reflection, dialogue and discovery on Thursday, April 9, celebrating the opening of two major spring exhibitions: "Human/Nature: Envisioning the Environment" and "USA250: Celebrating the American Vision."
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 11:15 pm
The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo will mark its 180th anniversary at a "Night of Distinction," recognizing leaders whose vision continues to shape health care in Western New York.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 04:45 pm
The KeyBank Foundation is investing $500,000 in Say Yes Niagara Falls to help remove financial barriers to higher education for public school students in the Niagara Falls City School District.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 07:00 am
Stella Niagara Education Park invites prospective families to attend its open house from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, and experience firsthand why Stella Niagara offers "An Education Unlike Any Other."
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Fri, Feb 27th 2026 07:05 am
Fourteen-year-old Remzi Yates III of Lewiston - aka "Jam Man" - stays active by dedicating his time to the interests he loves, including kickboxing, MMA fighting, wrestling, writing and, most notably, helping others.
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Thu, Feb 26th 2026 10:10 am
Niagara University has been awarded $525,000 in funding to modernize its theater facilities. This strategic investment will upgrade critical infrastructure including stage machinery, lighting, audio, and communication systems to align the university's training with the demands of the film, television and live production industries.
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Tue, Feb 24th 2026 01:50 pm
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University announces its spring 2026 programming calendar, alongside the release of The CAM Magazine (issue 2 - winter/spring 2026), now available in the museum's Sculpture Court.
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Thu, Feb 19th 2026 09:15 am
Senior Kaitlyn Szarejko has always been an active student in her school community throughout her time at Lewiston-Porter Schools.
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Mon, Feb 16th 2026 06:15 pm
There is much excitement about how Empire AI will transform the University at Buffalo's North Campus with the addition of a supercomputing center that will provide researchers across New York state with unprecedented computing power.
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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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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, Jan 19th 2026 11:30 am
Tops Friendly Markets is excited to announce its sixth annual contest celebrating Black History Month. This initiative offers students in grades 3-8 an opportunity to honor and celebrate African American individuals who inspire them.
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Thu, Jan 15th 2026 02:20 pm
In a groundbreaking shift in philanthropy, a 24-member youth advisory board of teenagers ages 13-17 will distribute more than $2 million in grants to out-of-school time and youth sports programs across Western New York.
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Thu, Jan 8th 2026 10:05 am
Research shows that, around the age of 8, many girls begin to lose confidence. They start to doubt themselves, speak up less often, and question whether they belong, especially in spaces where they feel different or unsure.
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Tue, Jan 6th 2026 10:45 am
The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo scholarship application process for the 2026-27 academic year is now open. Applications are due by May 1 and must be submitted online at www.cfgbscholarships.org.
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Mon, Jan 5th 2026 01:55 pm
Calling all aspiring theater and musical theatre students: Shea's Performing Arts Center is proud to host WNY Unified College Auditions at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 31.
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Fri, Dec 26th 2025 08:00 am
Children and families gathered Saturday at DiMino's Lewiston Tops for a celebration honoring this year's Lewiston Sentinel holiday coloring contest. Awardees include:
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Fri, Dec 26th 2025 07:55 am
Congratulations to the following winners of the 2025 Grand Island/Dispatch coloring contest:
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Mon, Dec 15th 2025 02:55 pm
NativityMiguel Middle School of Buffalo announced the unveiling of a vibrant new mural created by current students, alumni, and acclaimed local muralist Tyshaun D. Tyson, owner of Left-Handed Bandit Artistic Services LLC. The artwork commemorates the school's 20-year legacy and celebrates its recent relocation to a newly renovated campus at 128 Wilson St., Buffalo.
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Mon, Dec 15th 2025 12:50 pm
With Empire AI gearing up for its second phase, University at Buffalo researchers are already harnessing its supercomputing system to address pressing societal challenges.
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Fri, Dec 12th 2025 03:40 pm
The NFL and its clubs announced the 2025 Inspire Change Changemakers, recognizing individuals who have distinguished themselves through their commitment to social justice in their communities.
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Mon, Nov 24th 2025 09:55 pm
With nearly 3 out of 4 cardiac arrests outside of the hospital occurring in homes, knowing how to perform CPR is critically important. CPR, especially if performed immediately, could double or triple a cardiac arrest victim's chance of survival.
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Mon, Nov 24th 2025 10:45 am
Western New York's biggest winter tradition is back - and bigger than ever - as thousands of brave plungers will rush into the icy waters of Lake Erie for the annual Buffalo Polar Plunge. The signature fundraiser benefits local Athletes of Special Olympics New York.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2025 10:10 am
Congratulations to the students from the Niagara Career and Technical Education Center, who were recently inducted into the National Technical Honor Society.
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Mon, Nov 17th 2025 04:30 pm
Superintendents across the northeast region are working with the American Heart Association to improve the health and well-being of students, families and educators. Nineteen superintendents were selected to serve as volunteer leaders for the second year of the AHA's Eastern States Superintendent Council.
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Wed, Nov 12th 2025 10:25 am
Round Room Live is proud to announce "Elmo's Got the Moves," an all-new "Sesame Street Live" production at Artpark's Mainstage Theater in Lewiston. The show will stage at 6 p.m. May 28, 2026.
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Fri, Oct 31st 2025 07:00 am
Grand Island's history and natural beauty were the themes that local artists focused on when decorating two traffic boxes in the center of town.
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Wed, Oct 29th 2025 10:35 am
The Aquarium of Niagara welcomed Buffalo Bills offensive lineman Dion Dawkins and 18 kindergarten students from Ms. Jenkins' class at the Charter School for Applied Technologies (CSAT) Tuesday morning as part of Dion's Dreamers' "Shnow Day" field trip program.
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Fri, Oct 24th 2025 07:00 am
It's that time of year that our kids love. The holidays. The first one being Halloween next week. It's always a good time to remind all of you about traffic and costume safety, which can help make it safe for all the trick-or-treaters and the driving public.
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Tue, Oct 21st 2025 03:25 pm
Original drawings created by the young patients at Oishei Children's Hospital will be featured on skates worn by the Niagara University men's hockey team and referees during Niagara's annual Division I men's exhibition game against USA Hockey's National Team Development Program on Friday, Oct. 24, at Dwyer Arena.
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Thu, Oct 16th 2025 05:35 pm
The Niagara Aerospace Museum (NiAM) welcomed retired NASA astronaut Dr. Bonnie J. Dunbar for a series of programs on Thursday, including a visit to Buffalo Public School #18.
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Tue, Oct 14th 2025 09:35 am
As is tradition on Indigenous Peoples Day, the Historical Association of Lewiston teamed with leaders from the Tuscarora Nation to present a scholarship to a deserving student on Monday.
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Fri, Oct 3rd 2025 02:45 pm
The Lewiston-Porter Primary Education Center celebrated its recent achievement of being certified as a Leader in Me Lighthouse School by FranklinCovey Education in a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 26.
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Fri, Oct 3rd 2025 07:55 am
The Francis Center debuted its new classroom spaces on Sept. 25 on the second floor or the Niagara Falls Community Education Center at 6040 Lindbergh Ave.
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