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'American Idol' renewed for landmark 25th season
Thu, Jul 30th 2026 02:55 pm
"American Idol," the iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre, returns for a monumental 25th season.
National blood crisis NOW: Immediate need for blood donations
Tue, Jul 28th 2026 08:30 pm
For only the second time in history, the American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis - and patients may already be feeling the impact. Donors are asked to act immediately to help save lives.
Summer isn't over yet: Free family fun continues on Old Falls Street USA
Tue, Jul 28th 2026 05:35 pm
There's still time to make the most of summer on Old Falls Street USA.
New series 'Bobby Flay's The Line' serves culinary battles that reflect high pressure of real-life restaurant service
Tue, Jul 28th 2026 05:15 pm
In restaurant kitchens around the world, elite chefs must work as a team every night to perfectly execute their dishes under intense pressure. In the new competition series "Bobby Flay's The Line," the culinary icon pulls back the curtain on the high-stakes reality of working on a restaurant line.
From 4-H to Ferris wheels: Niagara County Fair brings affordable family fun
Tue, Jul 28th 2026 05:15 pm
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County is gearing up for an exciting five days at the Niagara County Fair in Lockport from Aug. 5-9.
Buffalo Zoo welcomes pair of endangered red panda cubs
Tue, Jul 28th 2026 05:15 pm
The Buffalo Zoo is thrilled to announce the birth of two red panda cubs, who entered the world together on June 10. The pair was born to mom Himalaya, 3, and dad Mogwai, 5. They are currently being cared for by mom inside their behind-the-scenes nest box. They are not yet visible to the public.
New York State Parks seeking partners at DeVeaux Woods State Park
Tue, Jul 28th 2026 05:15 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation has released a request for proposals for the adaptive reuse of Schoellkopf Hall, located in DeVeaux Woods State Park adjacent to the Niagara Falls State Park Whirlpool area. The RFP follows a $2 million investment to stabilize the building, including asbestos and lead abatement, structural shoring and temporary roofing.
NYS: NYPA economic development awards to drive more than $2B in private capital investments, support more than 15,000 jobs
Tue, Jul 28th 2026 05:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the New York Power Authority approved economic development awards that will drive more than $2 billion in private capital investments throughout the state and support more than 15,000 jobs - 549 newly created.
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center appoints Emmy Award‑winning communications leader Katie Morse as vice president of marketing & communications
Tue, Jul 28th 2026 05:10 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced the appointment of Katie Morse as vice president of marketing and communications. Morse will lead the medical center's marketing, communications, media relations, and community engagement efforts, supporting Memorial's mission to provide exceptional care to the communities it serves.
Corvettes of Buffalo hosts 22nd annual All Corvette Caravan to benefit Kids Escaping Drugs
Mon, Jul 27th 2026 08:30 pm
Corvette enthusiasts from across Western New York and beyond will be participating in the 22nd annual All Corvette Caravan, hosted by Corvettes of Buffalo, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at Bowen Road Grove in Lancaster.
League of Women Voters presents 'Conversations along the Canal'
Mon, Jul 27th 2026 08:30 pm
The League of Women Voters of Buffalo-Niagara, Buffalo United Coalition and Main Street Movement invites people to join in from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, at Gateway Harbor Pavilion located at One Young Street in Tonawanda for "Conversations along the Canal" and a visible demonstration of the power of community defending democracy.
Niagara Regional Construction Alliance raises funds for United Way of Greater Niagara
Mon, Jul 27th 2026 08:30 pm
The Niagara Regional Construction Alliance (NRCA) recently presented a $300 donation to United Way of Greater Niagara, with funds raised through the organization's popular nail-driving contest held during its annual summer picnic June 24 at West Canal Marina in North Tonawanda.
Hochul: Coordinated public awareness & enforcement campaign to prevent bridge strikes across NYS
Mon, Jul 27th 2026 04:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a growing, coordinated public awareness and enforcement campaign to prevent bridge strikes by commercial vehicles and large trucks across New York.
Niagara Gospel Mission serves hundreds at summer 'Feed the Falls' community service fair
Mon, Jul 27th 2026 04:10 pm
The Niagara Gospel Mission welcomed families and individuals from across Niagara Falls on Saturday during its summer "Feed the Falls" community service fair at Legends Park, providing free food, valuable community resources, and encouragement to neighbors in need.
New music: Elle Limebear releases new single 'Give Me Joy'
Mon, Jul 27th 2026 04:00 pm
U.K. singer-songwriter and worship leader Elle Limebear has signed with Decca Records, becoming the legendary label's first contemporary Christian artist. Available now, her new single, "Give Me Joy," marks the beginning of a new collaboration for both Limebear and Decca, whose nearly century-long legacy includes sacred, liturgical and choral recordings dating back to 1929. "Give Me Joy" is available on all digital streaming platforms.
New music: Foreigner releases new live album, 'In The Eye of the Storm'
Mon, Jul 27th 2026 04:00 pm
The 50th anniversary of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legends Foreigner continues in grand form with the release via Green Hill/Sun Records/Virgin Records of their live album, "In the Eye of the Storm," the official soundtrack to the band's landmark concert film captured Sept. 6-7, 2025 at Ellis Island and Brooklyn's Dumbo House.
New music: Goo Goo Dolls' 'Let Love In (20th Anniversary Edition)'
Mon, Jul 27th 2026 04:00 pm
The 20th anniversary expanded edition of the Goo Goo Dolls' acclaimed album "Let Love In" is out via Warner Records. This 21-track limited-edition release features the original album and 10 "Live and Intimate" recordings from a special session captured at Capitol Studios.
Relive '1776' in Youngstown
Mon, Jul 27th 2026 04:00 pm
On a sweltering day in Philadelphia 1776 the second continental congress is divided on whether to declare independence or not. The musical "1776" tells this story with humor, drama and rousing musical numbers.
Wilson to transform into action-packed bicycle racing hub for 13th annual 'Plan2Peak: Two Days of Buffalo Stage Race'
Mon, Jul 27th 2026 04:00 pm
The EA Racing Club (EARC) announced the 13th annual Plan2Peak: Two Days of Buffalo Stage Race will return to Western New York on Aug. 1. This year, the Village of Wilson will serve as the premier destination and central hub where elite cycling meets a vibrant community festival.
Gas prices keep climbing
Mon, Jul 27th 2026 04:00 pm
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $4.11, up 11 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.15. The New York state average is $4.23, up 8 cents from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.17.
Hochul: USDA disaster declaration for growers who sustained significant crop loss from extreme spring weather
Mon, Jul 27th 2026 04:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York state was granted a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) secretarial disaster designation for counties in the Finger Lakes, Mid-Hudson, Capital, Central New York, Long Island, Mohawk Valley, New York, North Country, Southern Tier and the Western New York regions following extreme weather in the spring that significantly impacted many fruit operations.
Body found in Niagara River
Mon, Jul 27th 2026 09:25 am
On Saturday, July 25, a body was observed floating in the lower Niagara River by Canadian officials. New York State Park Police immediately deployed a drone to monitor the location and track the body.
NCDOH confirms 2 cases of rabies in bats: Hartland & Lewiston
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 03:15 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health (NCDOH) has received confirmation of two positive rabies cases involving bats in the towns of Hartland and Lewiston. Samples were submitted to the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) Wadsworth Center on July 22, and positive results were confirmed July 23.
Buffalo AKG appoints Jillian Jones as executive director, Cathleen Chaffee as artistic director
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 11:35 am
The Buffalo AKG Art Museum announced the appointment of two leaders for the 164-year-old museum of modern and contemporary art: Chief Curator Cathleen Chaffee has been appointed artistic director, and Deputy Director Jillian Jones has been appointed executive director. They will begin serving in their new roles Nov. 1.
Innovative $13.4M Niagara River fish passage completed, revitalizing critical great lakes food web
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 11:30 am
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Buffalo District, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the City of Buffalo celebrated the completion of an innovative $13.4 million fish passage at Freedom Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony July 23.
Djo PHOTOS inside
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 11:05 am
Adults score major cool points with youth, thanks to 'Stranger Things' star Joe Keery, Djo & Artpark: Djo melted hearts - and scored major cool points for parents, guardians, older siblings and adults who brought youth to see the Joe Keery-led alt-rock band. The "Stranger Things" star and musical frontman was jovial, playfully bantering with fans, calling out sections of the crowd to make sure they felt included, and giving his fans a string of hit songs.
Vehicle pursuit in Town of Niagara
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 08:35 am
On Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 1:45 p.m., the Town of Niagara Police Department was notified of a suspicious vehicle parked in the lot of the Fashion Outlets Mall on Military Road.
ESD launches second round of Business Food Waste Mitigation Grant program
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 08:35 am
Empire State Development (ESD) announced the opening of the second round of the Business Food Waste Mitigation Grant program, a $2 million initiative aimed at reducing business-generated food waste sent to landfills and combustion facilities through investments in food recycling infrastructure in the state.
Village of Lewiston to leverage insurance money into long-term solution for damaged docks
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 07:15 am
Trustees in the Village of Lewiston voted Monday to use insurance money from the damaged waterfront docks as a 25% match for additional monies to fund a more-permanent solution.
Christmas in July: Meet Taylor Kalupa, Mario Lopez's romantic interest in Lewiston-filmed 'Christmas at The Starlight'
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 07:10 am
Though stars Mario Lopez and Tony Danza held the headlines while in town, it's their costar, Taylor Kalupa, who is integral to the movie's appeal.
Former Active Hose Firehall band members to meet
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 07:00 am
A group of members of the former Town of Niagara Active Hose Firehall band have announced plans for a get-together on Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Calvin K. Richards Community Center in Veterans Park located at 7000 Lockport Road in the Town of Niagara, just behind the firehall.
CentsLess Racing set to make waves at Thunder on the Niagara
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 07:00 am
CentsLess Racing is ready to take to the water at this year's Thunder on the Niagara, Aug. 1-2, bringing one of the event's strongest and most diverse lineups to the Niagara River. With entries spanning four competitive classes and several hometown favorites behind the wheel, the team will be chasing victories in front of Western New York race fans at Gratwick Park in North Tonawanda.
Volunteers, children enjoy Lions Club picnic
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 07:00 am
About 150 children enjoyed boat rides, karaoke, friendly horses and ponies, a petting zoo, lunch and more at the Lions Club Kids Picnic, held July 15 at the Buffalo Launch Club.
Lewiston Police Department blotter for July 24, 2026
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 07:00 am
The following activity occurred Monday, July 13, to Sunday, July 19, as reported by the Lewiston Police Department. LPD responded to 308 calls during this period. For more information, visit the Lewiston Police Department's mobile app or its Facebook page.
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for July 24, 2026
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for July 24, 2026
Youngstown: New clerk, plans to rehab gazebo
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 06:00 am
The Village of Youngstown has hired a new clerk, Angela Skimin.
Wheatfield eyeing outdoor improvements
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 06:00 am
The financial groundwork is being set for a future project on the Town of Wheatfield's only property adjacent to the Niagara River.
EPA, state DEC officials meet with Town of Niagara residents to address radioactivity
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 06:00 am
Officials from the Environmental Protection Agency and two state agencies visited with Town of Niagara residents Monday in an attempt to further explain a government-monitored radiological assessments survey now underway on certain residential properties. The session followed a July 10 gathering in a town park where two residents revealed news of radioactivity readings found from recent testing on their individual properties.
Grand Island Rotary Club supports Neighbors Foundation with summer donation
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 06:00 am
The Grand Island Rotary Club recently presented a $500 donation to the Neighbors Foundation of Grand Island to help offset expenses during the busy summer months.
'International Mahjong Night' is July 30
Fri, Jul 24th 2026 06:00 am
Local mahjong enthusiasts are inviting the public to "International Mahjong Night" on Thursday, July 30, at the Western New York Welcome Center, 1999 Alvin Road, Grand Island.
 

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