Mon, Apr 11th 2022 10:55 am
Over the weekend, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced highlights of what her team called an "historic" fiscal year 2023 budget, which "blends record investments into the long-term future of New York along with significant one-time aid to help recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and unprecedented fiscal responsibility."
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Mon, Apr 11th 2022 09:30 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced 1,753 firearms have been removed from the state's streets in the two months since she convened the Interstate Task Force on Illegal Guns - a 20% increase in the overall number of guns seized due to increased cooperation and communication from the state and regional partnership.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2022 09:15 am
Lewiston resident Lloyd Draper will appear on the PBS hit "Antiques Roadshow" at 8 p.m. Monday, April 25. The program airs locally on WNED.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2022 07:00 am
As of April 4, New York State's budget had not yet been passed. At the Grand Island Central School District Board of Education meeting on that date, Dr. Rubie Harris, assistant superintendent of budget and finance, said, "We're confident that the aid that was allocated in the January funds is what we will receive. We'll be blessed if we receive more than that. We don't expect it to be less."
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Sat, Apr 9th 2022 07:00 am
A shoreline protection program is currently underway in the West River near Buckhorn Island State Park. Dan Dinsmore, field superintendent for LDC Construction, said the Grand Island company, owned by Lyle Dinsmore, is doing the project for the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2022 07:00 am
At the age of 11, Jack Dally began sailing at the Niagara Sailing Club on East River Road. It wasn't long before sailing was a big part of his life. He developed his skills by participating in the various sailing programs that the club offered for youth.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 05:00 pm
The Buffalo Sabres on Friday announced the team signed defenseman Owen Power to a three-year, entry-level contract.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 04:25 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is inviting the public to learn more about the status of Lake Erie and Upper Niagara River fisheries at a public meeting from 6:30-9 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, at Woodlawn Beach State Park's lodge.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 04:10 pm
After an impressive 30 seasons on ABC, "Dancing with the Stars" is moving to a new home on Disney+. The hit series received a two-season pickup and will premiere exclusively in the U.S. and Canada this fall, making "Dancing with the Stars" the first live series to debut on the streaming service.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 03:50 pm
On Friday, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences released the following letter:
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 03:05 pm
Earlier this week, Mandy Moore debuted "Little Dreams," the latest single from her forthcoming full-length studio album, "In Real Life," out on May 13 via Verve Forecast. To preorder "In Real Life," click here.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 03:05 pm
Grammy Award-winning artist Chris Tomlin is partnering with Facebook to expand his "Good Friday Nashville" event to a global audience through an exclusive livestream premiering on Facebook. "Good Friday Worldwide" will be live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on Friday, April 15, at 8 p.m. EDT, "Where Chris is thrilled to finally be back, live and in person, for a powerful worship experience," the singer's camp said.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 03:05 pm
Mercy Hospital of Buffalo, Sisters of Charity Hospital, Kenmore Mercy Hospital and Mount St. Mary's Hospital have all been named a "LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer" in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 15th anniversary edition of its Healthcare Equality Index (HEI).
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 03:05 pm
The Rotary Club of Niagara County Central presents the first Wilson "Market in the Country" on Saturday, July 9.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 03:05 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, Buffalo Common Councilmember Chris Scanlon, and Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper are announcing a study to examine the feasibility of a new riverwalk along the west bank of the Buffalo River.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 02:00 pm
Dylan McDermott's Remy will join the FBI fugitive task force in Tuesday's episode, which centers on the nefarious underpinnings of a cult-like church. He is immediately portrayed as a well-thought-of wheel-greaser, with an impressive resume in law enforcement. But as the episode unfolds, and the team begins to learn more about Remy, David Hudgins' comment rings true: "There's something going on with this guy."
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 01:50 pm
Residents for Responsible Government announced there will be opportunity for the public to view online the upcoming New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Siting Board hearings consider operations applications by CWM Chemical Services. President Vincent Agnello said RRG created an access link, found at RRG-NY.com, for the public to view the CWM hearings, which start Monday, April 11.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 11:25 am
Full edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for April 8, 2022
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 11:05 am
"We have a solid staff at all the locations right now, so I'm really optimistic about growth and moving forward," he said.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 11:00 am
Ronald "Ron" Eydt 79, of Tellico Plains, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, March 29, 2022, while surrounded by his immediate family.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 11:00 am
It is both with sadness and great joy that we announce Barbara Ruth Stahl, 90, passed peacefully from this life into the arms of our Lord on March 31, 2022, surrounded by her family.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 11:00 am
Given the restrictions of current COVID-19 guidance, the 38th annual Roger W. Andrews Memorial Senior Citizen Breakfast scheduled for May has been canceled. Organizers said, "It is our ultimate goal to protect the health and safety of our community."
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 11:00 am
On May 2, The General Pulaski Association will honor 12 outstanding leaders of the Polish community at a celebration banquet at Kloc's Grove, 1245 Seneca Creek Road, West Seneca. The honorees include Bozena Radt, Aniela Thant, Mary Lou Wyrobek, Shirley Pasek, Renata Lewicki, Alexandra Savka Szeglowski, Mark Peszko, Buffalo Councilman Mitch Nowakowski, the Rev. Cole Webster of St. Peter R.C. Church in Lewiston, Ron "Ronnie D" Dombrowski, Michael Cimasi and Robert Fronckowiak.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 11:00 am
Welcome back to our eighth bicentennial building in the series, the great old building at 755 Center St., today known as the Stone House pub. This is one of Lewiston's premiere summer venues for fun and frolic. Currently, it is owned and operated by Emery Simon and family.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 11:00 am
The Tuscarora Nation announced has chosen to close its roads to all non-residents, effective immediately. The matter involves cannabis sales activities, which officials are not in favor of, ongoing at various smoke shop businesses on tribal lands.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 10:30 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday announced more than 70 million over-the-counter coronavirus tests have been distributed, to date, by New York state, as part of the administration's ongoing efforts to keep New Yorkers protected throughout the pandemic.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 10:30 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday announced an agreement to address key priorities in the fiscal year 2023 New York state budget. Her team said, "This bold and fiscally responsible plan makes historic investments in communities across the state that will bring relief to New Yorkers recovering from the pandemic and launch New York's economic comeback."
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 10:30 am
City of Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown recently announced the lineup of Easter vendors and activities are attracting big crowds at the historic Broadway Market. From April 1-6, the market welcomed more than 9,000 visitors - and the busiest days of the Easter season are yet to come.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 10:10 am
Tops Friendly Markets is once again partnering with JDRF (formerly known as the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) as it embarks on a 52nd year to find a cure for type 1 diabetes (T1D).
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 10:10 am
April is National Minority Health Month - a time to raise awareness about health disparities that disproportionately affect racial and ethnic minority populations. The American Red Cross is reminding blood and platelet donors it's critically important to maintain a stable blood supply this spring to support those with chronic illnesses and other blood needs in the U.S.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 10:10 am
The Erie County Department of Health is announcing updates to its coronavirus testing sites.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 10:10 am
The action hits the aisles as "Supermarket Stakeout" returns for a new season, premiering Tuesday, May 17 (10 p.m. ET/PT), on Food Network. Hosted by Food Network staple Alex Guarnaschelli, each hour-long episode presents viewers with outdoor cooking battles where anything can happen, as four talented chefs persuade unsuspecting customers to sell their groceries as they attempt to turn the ingredients into themed culinary delights.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 10:10 am
The St. Francis Guild and board of associates of Mount St. Mary's Hospital recently coordinated an Easter egg hunt on the hospital campus for Mount St. Mary's associates and their families. The event included a hunt for eggs, visit from the Easter Bunny, petting zoo and prizes for all attendees.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2022 10:00 am
Heaven just became a lot more entertaining. Michael David Linenfelser entered into rest on March 8, 2022.
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Thu, Apr 7th 2022 09:20 am
Niagara Falls City Council Chairman John Spanbauer will resign from his position, effective May 22. Spanbauer notified his fellow councilmembers shortly before making a public announcement at Wednesday's council meeting.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2022 06:50 pm
Cannabis dispensaries are not allowed on the Tuscarora Nation territory based on traditional protocols of the clans of the Tuscarora Nation.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2022 06:50 pm
The New York Power Authority will hold its annual spring "Eggstravaganza" event, featuring photos with bunny, on Saturday, April 9, at its admission-free Power Vista, the Visitors Center for the Niagara Power Project, 5777 Lewiston Road in Lewiston.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2022 06:50 pm
The Niagara County Youth Bureau will return as a sponsor for the 2022 summer food service program (SFSP). This program ensures that children who are economically disadvantaged continue to receive nutritious meals during summer vacation. Meals are comparable to the national school breakfast and national school lunch programs throughout the school year.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2022 06:50 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance reminds taxpayers to avoid late filing penalties by filing their personal income tax return on time, even if they owe money but can't immediately pay. The Tax Department can help taxpayers avoid or reduce penalties and added interest on any taxes they might owe.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2022 06:50 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the Niagara Frontier Transit Authority will receive $30,962,912 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration for fiscal year 2022. Thanks to a historic $20 billion national investment in public transit included in the "Bipartisan Infrastructure Law."
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