Tue, Aug 11th 2026 04:40 pm
Niagara County Sheriff Mike Filicetti and Niagara County Legislature Chairman Mike Hill joined local officials and first responders on Tuesday to break ground on the final emergency communications tower in Niagara County's countywide public safety communications upgrade project.
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Tue, Aug 11th 2026 03:00 pm
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Wildlife Services program (USDA-WS) will begin a late-summer distribution of oral rabies vaccine (ORV) baits across Niagara County and Western New York in August and September.
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Tue, Aug 11th 2026 02:55 pm
On Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 22-23, "1776", a musical production about the creating of the Declaration of Independence and the official birth of the U.S., will be presented by the Porter Players (in association with Youngstown Presbyterian Church), on the outdoor stage of the historic Post Theatre at Fort Niagara State Park.
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Tue, Aug 11th 2026 02:55 pm
Fallsview Casino Resort is excited to welcome one of Canada's most beloved bands, Barenaked Ladies, to the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino on Nov. 20.
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Tue, Aug 11th 2026 02:55 pm
Does your child dream of taking the stage at Shea's Buffalo Theatre dancing to the live music of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra? That dream can become a reality this holiday season, as Neglia Ballet opens youth auditions for its beloved holiday tradition, "The Nutcracker."
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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 10:55 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 10:50 pm
After six days and 113 miles, Niagara Gospel Mission Executive Director John Cooper Jr. and Operations Director Dave DiTullio completed the "We Love Niagara County Ruck March" on Saturday evening at Hennepin View in Niagara Falls State Park.
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Mon, Aug 10th 2026 10:50 pm
Wegmans Food Markets has launched "Wegmans for Athletics," a comprehensive food, nutrition and hydration program designed to support collegiate athletic programs, youth sports and professional organizations on and off the field.
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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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Mon, Aug 10th 2026 10:50 pm
Celebrate a vibrant summer evening on the waterfront with live music, food and drinks for seafarers and landlubbers alike! "Party at the Pier" will be held from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Buffalo River Fest Park, 249 Ohio St., Buffalo. Presented by Tops Friendly Markets, "Party at the Pier" is an exciting summer fundraiser to benefit FeedMore WNY.
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Mon, Aug 10th 2026 10:50 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation advised motorists that state Route 425 (Shawnee Road) between Stone Ridge Road and Mapleton Road in the Town of Wheatfield will be closed to through traffic for approximately one week beginning at 6 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12, to facilitate a culvert replacement.
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Mon, Aug 10th 2026 10:50 pm
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $4.01, down 9 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.14. The New York state average is $4.16, down 6 cents from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.17.
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Mon, Aug 10th 2026 12:30 pm
Niagara County Legislature Chairman Michael A. Hill announced Monday that Niagara County has received funds from New York State Environmental Facilities Corp. (EFC) to participate in New York state's septic system replacement fund. The program is designed to improve water quality by providing funds to counties to assist homeowners with replacing cesspools and septic systems that are adversely affecting designated waterbodies.
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Sun, Aug 9th 2026 04:00 pm
"Stag with Magpies" was named "Modern Art Awards" Best in Show Saturday at the 60th annual Lewiston Art Festival. The mixed media piece was crafted by Attica couple Magen and Dylan Pratt, who operate Wood & Water Artistry.
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Sun, Aug 9th 2026 02:45 pm
Artpark & Company welcomed Gov't Mule and JJ Grey & Mofro for a full night of rock and jam music on Thursday at the outdoor amphitheater.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 10:00 pm
USA Network is bringing Nevada Barr's New York Times best-selling book series to life, with Tracy Spiridakos ("Chicago P.D.," "Revolution") starring in "Anna Pigeon." The 10-episode weekly series debuts at 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 08:10 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health has lifted the advisory at Olcott Beach. Water quality retesting conducted Aug. 5 indicates conditions are suitable for recreational swimming.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 08:10 pm
On Aug, 6, at approximately 9:30 p.m., The Niagara Falls Police Department crash investigation unit responded to the 8100 block of Niagara Falls Boulevard to investigate a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 08:10 pm
The Niagara County Legislature honored E&R Machine as its inaugural "Neighborhood Business of the Month." The company, located on Grand Street in Lockport, is a precision CNC machining and contract manufacturing firm serving a wide array of industries.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 08:10 pm
Shea's Performing Arts Center will mark its 100-year anniversary with Shea's centennial gala on Saturday, Oct. 3, an evening celebrating the theater's rich history while raising funds for its future.
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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 08:10 pm
Tops Friendly Markets has completed a $1 million remodel of its Niagara Falls store at 1000 Portage Road, marking the company's 52nd major store remodel in six years. The project is part of Tops' capital improvement project, which has included more than $100 million invested across its three-state imprint.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 08:10 pm
On Saturday, Aug. 8, Casella Waste Systems will pick up items that were damaged due to this past Sunday's rainstorm. This service is for City of Niagara Falls residents. They are asked to place any damaged items at the curb where regular trash and tote pickup occur by Friday evening.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 08:10 pm
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 08:10 pm
Niagara County Joseph A. Jastrzemski today led a ceremony at the Niagara County Courthouse in Lockport in honor of National Purple Heart Day. Legislator Dave Godfrey and Town of Wheatfield Supervisor Don MacSwan raised the Purple Heart flag while members of the Gates Pipe & Drum band performed.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 06:40 pm
As it pertains to his touring calendar, what's next for alt-rocker Johnny Manchild is a stop in Buffalo - where he'll perform Sunday night at Rec Room. As it pertains to the big picture, well, that's something the Oklahoma City-born singer is still figuring out.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 03:55 pm
The Lewiston Event Center has shared news of a change in leadership.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 07:00 am
Dust off your shoulder pads and acid-washed jeans; pull out the Walkman, warm up the synthesizer and open the line for Members-Only: The 1980s is returning to Lewiston - and in a big way.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 06:50 am
The state Department of Environmental Conservation and Environmental Protection Agency continue to advance fieldwork across areas of interest in Niagara and Erie 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
Eric Paul Freischlag, of Wilson, passed away peacefully at home on May 28, 2026, under the care of Hospice and his grandson, Alan.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 06:00 am
A crew from Saving Oaks recently treated what is believed to be Lewiston's oldest and most iconic tree in an effort to protect it from oak wilt, a deadly fungal disease that has already killed oak trees across the Niagara River in Ontario.
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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
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
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
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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