Fri, Mar 27th 2026 07:40 am
The Youngstown Garden Club is looking to renovate the gazebo on Main Street as it nears its 40th birthday in the summer of 2027.
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Fri, Mar 27th 2026 07:35 am
Trustees in the Village of Lewiston held a special meeting Monday to review the tentative budget for 2026-27. Treasurer Stephanie Longwell presented a line-by-line breakdown of projected expenses and income for the next fiscal year, which begins June 1.
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Fri, Mar 27th 2026 07:00 am
Western New Yorkers received a welcome education on smart meters Monday evening. A session at Porter Town Hall facilitated by First District Niagara County Legislator Irene Myers featured two representatives from utility provider National Grid, who clarified the questions of many when it comes to the new electrical monitoring devices now being installed in many residences.
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Fri, Mar 27th 2026 07:00 am
While discussions in Porter were centered on smart meters, the Lewiston Town Board had an informative session of its own, with news on reassessments; modifying the town's zoning code; and an updated NYPA compensation package for Lewiston among the agenda items.
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Fri, Mar 27th 2026 07:00 am
Jeanne Catherine (Pritchard) Bartlo, 91, of Grand Island, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving children.
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Fri, Mar 27th 2026 06:45 am
At its March 23 meeting, the Grand Island Central School System Board of Education honored the officers of the high school's student council, as well as the council's faculty advisers. In addition, the board honored senior Charlotte Tower, who was awarded the National Association of Student Councils (NASC) Scholarship. The LEAD conference (Leadership Experience and Development) was held from Feb. 27 to March 1 in Washington, D.C.
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Fri, Mar 27th 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for March 27, 2026
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Thu, Mar 26th 2026 04:40 pm
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) announced its fishing facilities, including the fishing pier at the base of the Robert Moses Niagara Hydroelectric Power Plant, will open for the season on Wednesday, April 1.
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Thu, Mar 26th 2026 04:25 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health (NCDOH) received notice of a confirmed rabid raccoon in the Village of Middleport with results received on March 26.
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Thu, Mar 26th 2026 04:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today directed that flags on all state government buildings be flown at half-staff in honor of decorated U.S. Army National Guard major and NYPD officer Sorffly Davius, who died March 6 while serving with the 42nd Infantry Division at Camp Buehring, Kuwait. Flags will be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset Friday, March 27.
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Thu, Mar 26th 2026 11:25 am
"The Boys of Dungeon Lane" is not only the first new solo album to be released by Paul McCartney in over five years; it is a collection of rare and revealing glimpses into memories never-before shared, along with some newly inspired love songs from one of the most culturally significant figures of our time.
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Thu, Mar 26th 2026 10:35 am
Niagara County Legislator Jesse Gooch has announced his candidacy for reelection this November to represent the 7th District, which spans most of Wheatfield and the Gratwick section of North Tonawanda.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 11:55 pm
HBO Max has released the official teaser for the eight-episode first season of the upcoming original "Harry Potter" series, titled "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone," at the HBO Max U.K. and Ireland launch event ahead of the platform going live tomorrow.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 08:30 pm
The National Football League announced the 2026 NFL Kickoff presented by YouTube TV is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 9 (8:20 p.m. ET), on NBC and Peacock, in Seattle, with the Super Bowl LX champion Seahawks.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 08:25 pm
ErieNet Local Development Corp. held its 2026 annual meeting on Tuesday, where Executive Director Melissa Hartman delivered a comprehensive update on the nearly 400-mile countywide fiber network. Hartman highlighted substantial construction progress and ongoing efforts to expand municipal and provider partnerships.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 08:25 pm
Tops Friendly Markets is proud to mark a major milestone as we reach 300 store visits with "Project Sticker Shock" since the program's inception in April of 2008.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 08:25 pm
New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez announced two upcoming public listening sessions for "Queen City Forward," NYSDOT's community-driven effort to reimagine the Kensington Expressway (state Route 33) and enhance transportation in Western New York.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 08:25 pm
The City of Niagara Falls and the Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club are partnering to launch a "night gym" pilot program designed specifically for local youth ages 16-18.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 08:00 pm
On April 18-19, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY) will launch its 17th annual RecruitNY campaign, a statewide initiative designed to connect New Yorkers with their local volunteer fire departments and inspire them to serve their communities.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 02:55 pm
The Spill Your Creativity Culture Lab opened its doors with a red ribbon-cutting on Saturday at 400 West Ave., City of Lockport.
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Tue, Mar 24th 2026 05:25 pm
The NCCC Foundation and SUNY Niagara Alumni Association are now accepting nominations for the Distinguished Alumni Award - and inviting alumni to reconnect at an alumni happy hour on April 9.
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Tue, Mar 24th 2026 05:25 pm
KeyBank is partnering with Parachute Credit Counseling and the BankOnBuffalo-Niagara Coalition to provide free tax preparation services to those who need it most, helping low- to moderate-income individuals and families determine their eligibility for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).
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Tue, Mar 24th 2026 05:25 pm
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Tue, Mar 24th 2026 11:40 am
No apron required! Settle in for a weekend of exceptional culinary delights as we proudly welcome back the culinary event that sold out last year, Fallsview Food and Drink Fest, from June 5-7.
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Tue, Mar 24th 2026 11:40 am
The West Herr Riviera Theatre proudly announces Todd Rundgren, performing live at 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 6, as a part of the "Damned If I Do Tour."
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Tue, Mar 24th 2026 11:40 am
Do you know of anyone who exemplifies the community spirit of Lockport, or who promotes the heritage and preservation of the historic Erie Canal? Then they are deserving of your nomination for the prestigious Key to the Locks award!
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Tue, Mar 24th 2026 11:40 am
Following seven No. 1 radio hits, a Grammy nomination, and a Dove Award, acclaimed singer-songwriter Ryan Stevenson has released his deeply personal new single, "This I Know."
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Tue, Mar 24th 2026 11:40 am
A new AAA survey reveals a growing concern among drivers: headlight glare. Six in 10 drivers say glare is a problem after dark, and nearly three-quarters of those affected believe it has worsened over the past decade. The findings are renewing concerns about road safety, headlight regulations, and modern lighting standards.
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Tue, Mar 24th 2026 11:40 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the release of a new online training for mental health professionals who currently work with or are considering working with first responders such as 911 dispatchers, law enforcement, emergency medical technicians and firefighters.
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Tue, Mar 24th 2026 11:40 am
Two Canadian citizens were arrested Saturday after U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Buffalo port of entry's Lewiston-Queenston Bridge border crossing seized multiple bags of marijuana hidden throughout their vehicle.
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Tue, Mar 24th 2026 09:20 am
Artpark & Company announces Turnpike Troubadours will be coming to the Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, with special guests Muscadine Bloodline & The Creekers.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 08:55 pm
D'Youville University will celebrate the Class of 2026 at its spring commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 9, at the Buffalo Harborcenter, in what promises to be one of the most distinctive ceremonies in the university's history.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 08:55 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton on Monday announced another year of safe hunting.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 08:55 pm
Diamond-certified superstar Thomas Rhett brings his signature sound to one of music's most legendary songs, unveiling a fresh take on "Georgia On My Mind" as part of ESPN's official campaign for the 2026 Masters Tournament.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 08:55 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists to expect a right lane closure on Sheridan Drive (state Route 324), westbound between Vicksburg Avenue and Belmont Drive in the Town of Tonawanda, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., beginning Tuesday, March 24, through Friday, March 27.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 08:55 pm
Tops Friendly Markets and Great Falls Council, Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America), have teamed up to help alleviate food insecurity in 14 counties from Western to South and Central New York and Central Pennsylvania ahead of the upcoming Passover and Easter season.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 08:55 pm
For more than 100 years, Catholic Charities has stood alongside Western New Yorkers during some of the hardest chapters of their lives. Today, nearly one in every 10 people in our region will be touched by its work. That's not just a statistic. It represents children, parents, seniors and neighbors who need support to steady their footing and move forward.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 08:50 pm
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara & the Southern Tier announced Benjamin Marchione was selected as the organization's next CEO, effective April 6.
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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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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 08:00 pm
National Grid has been named a recipient of the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Emergency Response Award. Presented annually to EEI member companies, the award recognizes heroic recovery efforts by electric companies following service disruptions caused by extreme weather or other natural events.
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