Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
Russ Ward, Ron Krul, Jim Schaller and Tom Mach of Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 264 presented the Village of Lewiston Board of Trustees with a plaque and signage designating the municipality as a Purple Heart community.
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for May 22, 2026
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 06:00 am
The following activity occurred Monday, May 11, to Sunday, May 17, as reported by the Lewiston Police Department. LPD responded to 270 calls during this period. For more information, visit the Lewiston Police Department's mobile app or its Facebook page.
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Thu, May 21st 2026 07:15 pm
Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti announced law enforcement agencies throughout Niagara County will participate in the STOP-DWI high-visibility engagement campaign during Memorial Day weekend, May 22-25. This statewide initiative is focused on promoting roadway safety, encouraging smart decisions, and preventing impaired driving crashes during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
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Thu, May 21st 2026 05:05 pm
The Historical Association of Lewiston shared the following this week:
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Thu, May 21st 2026 04:50 pm
1st District Niagara County Legislator Irene Myers recently visited with a number of local groups at Porter Town Hall, where she hand-delivered 2026 county assistance funding to representatives of these organizations.
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Thu, May 21st 2026 08:40 am
Catholic Health's EMS liaison team honored EMS providers and first responders from across Niagara County on Wednesday during the annual awards dinner at the Sanborn Fire Co. The event recognized outstanding calls submitted by regional partners, highlighting the skill, expertise and lifesaving work that often goes unseen.
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Thu, May 21st 2026 07:00 am
The Niagara media event once again showcased why the waters of the Niagara Frontier continue to earn recognition as one of the premier freshwater fishing destinations in North America.
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Wed, May 20th 2026 09:10 pm
In school district elections Tuesday, voters overall approved their respective budgets for the 2026-27 school year, with only five districts - including Grand Island - reporting budget defeats.
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Tue, May 19th 2026 10:55 pm
Youngstown voters opted for change on Tuesday, as unofficial election numbers show almost two-thirds of the people chose the challengers to the incumbent board.
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Tue, May 19th 2026 08:55 pm
The Niagara History Center is continuing its free family night series with an Erie Canal-themed program to celebrate the opening of the 2026 season from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, at the Erie Canal Discovery Center, 24 Church St., Lockport.
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Tue, May 19th 2026 08:55 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will welcome expectant parents, new families, and community members to its 2026 community baby shower from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 23. The free event will take place at the Scott Bieler Training Center, located on the NFMMC campus at 621 10th St.
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Tue, May 19th 2026 08:55 pm
"Wings of Hope," a community remembrance event hosted by Niagara Hospice, will take place from 1-3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 13, on the Niagara Hospice campus, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport. The nonprofit organization invites the community to gather for an afternoon of remembrance, reflection and family-friendly activities. The event's presenting "Monarch" sponsor is Wendt's Propane & Oil.
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Tue, May 19th 2026 10:50 am
Artpark & Company announces "Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Evening Tour" is heading to the Artpark Amphitheater in Lewiston at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3.
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Mon, May 18th 2026 05:00 pm
A Niagara County patient reunited Friday with the first responders who helped save her life.
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Mon, May 18th 2026 04:35 pm
The Niagara Regional Construction Alliance (NRCA) announced its annual summer picnic will return June 24 at West Canal Marina in North Tonawanda. This year, the event takes on a new dimension: The beloved nail-driving contest has been reimagined as a team-based fundraising competition to benefit United Way of Greater Niagara.
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Mon, May 18th 2026 04:30 pm
Niagara University's graduate nursing programs have officially earned accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), a milestone that affirms the institution's commitment to the highest national standards in healthcare education.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 10:50 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has been awarded $120,000 from the James H. Cummings Foundation to support the hospital's plasma sterilizer modernization initiative. The funding will allow Memorial to replace aging plasma sterilization equipment essential to the safe processing of surgical instruments and supplies.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 08:05 am
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines smelt as a small, bony fish that closely resembles a trout in general structure; lives along coasts and ascends rivers to spawn; with a delicate oily flesh and a distinctive odor and taste. Here in Lewiston, smelt means the start of summer festival season.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 08:05 am
Smelt Festival is a time to celebrate local fishing - and there are more opportunities these days thanks to the efforts of local anglers and charter captains.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:05 am
What are you doing the weekend of Thursday, June 4, through Sunday, June 7? If you're interested in finding great deals on items you won't find anywhere else - in the world! - then we've got something special for you: The 34th annual 10 Mile Garage Sale.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
I am Catherine Stella, and I am running for reelection as your village trustee. I've been a resident of the Village of Youngstown for 30 years and raised my family here. My children attended Lewiston-Porter Schools, and it has always been my belief that serving the community is an honor and a privilege.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
A Lewiston-Porter High School senior recently became the first student representative on the district's board of education.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
My name is Rob Reisman. I have served our community for the past six years as a trustee and village mayor. I desire to continue serving our community, drive continued change to improve infrastructure, and support initiatives that sustain Youngstown as a village into the future.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
On Monday evening, the Town of Porter recognized the late Brad Hardison, of Hardison Funeral Homes in Ransomville, for his many contributions over the years to the town and community.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
Improvement needs at town parks, properties and roadways were among the discussion items at Monday's Lewiston Town Board session.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
Since September of 2023, I have had the honor and privilege of serving the village in my capacity as deputy mayor and budget officer. During this time, my primary objectives have been to "do more with less," a novel idea in today's politics, and "fix what was broken."
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Fri, May 15th 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for May 15, 2026
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:35 am
The Niagara Falls Community Lions Club proudly hosted the 2026 5th Grade Citizenship Awards Dinner, recognizing 23 outstanding students from eight elementary schools in the City of Niagara Falls and surrounding communities.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:25 am
Two staff members from the Niagara County Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (NCDMH) had the honor to present at the National Council for Mental Wellbeing Annual Conference, held in Denver at the end of April. NCDMH Deputy Director Myrla Gibbons-Doxey and Community Coalition Coordinator Connie Desmarais presented, "The Power of We: Inspiring Partnerships in a Rural System of Care."
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:05 am
New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez announced construction has begun on an $8.7 million project to resurface the LaSalle Expressway (state Route 951A) and a section of Interstate 190 in Niagara Falls.
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Wed, May 13th 2026 09:45 am
On Wednesday, the Niagara County Center for Economic Development launched the inaugural Niagara County Corporate Fishing Challenge, a new initiative focused on engaging business professionals, showcasing the region's world-class fishing opportunities, and supporting a local charitable organization.
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Wed, May 13th 2026 08:45 am
Artpark & Company announces legendary performer Sir Roger Daltrey will bring his "A Great Night Out" tour to the Artpark Mainstage Theater in Lewiston at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17.
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Tue, May 12th 2026 01:40 pm
This Memorial Day weekend, Old Fort Niagara will highlight 300 years of military history with special exhibits and programs tracing military life from the 17th century through modern times.
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Tue, May 12th 2026 01:35 pm
Niagara University and Rich Products announced that they have expanded their shared commitment to global education through the launch of the Rich Products scholar program in partnership with Foreign Trade University (FTU), one of Vietnam's premier academic institutions.
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Tue, May 12th 2026 11:00 am
The Historical Association of Lewiston is pleased to present Ken Slaugenhoupt for its next program, titled, "Into the Wilderness." This presentation will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 28, at the Lutheran Church of the Messiah Fellowship Hall, 915 Oneida St.
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Fri, May 8th 2026 11:40 am
The Lewiston Choraleers will present four performances of spring program "Celebrate America's 250th Through Music":
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Fri, May 8th 2026 11:35 am
Artpark & Company, in partnership with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, will present an intimate "Candlelight Concert" inside Artpark's Mainstage Theater at 1 p.m. Sunday, July 19. The show will feature a string duo from The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra.
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Fri, May 8th 2026 07:15 am
With the start of spring weather comes increased activity outdoors - and a new warning from Lewiston Police Department Chief Mike Salada regarding youth on electric bikes.
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Fri, May 8th 2026 07:05 am
2026-27 budget preparations continue in the Lewiston-Porter and Niagara Wheatfield central school districts, as the school budget/board vote approaches on Tuesday, May 19.
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