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Grand Island School District issues absentee voting information
Mon, May 8th 2023 01:55 pm
The Grand Island Central School District issued the following information with respect to obtaining an absentee ballot for the school budget and trustee election on Tuesday, May 16.
Catholic Charities: Appeal 2023 HOPE Day is Wednesday, May 17
Mon, May 8th 2023 10:45 am
HOPE Day, the annual 24-hour match challenge day of giving to benefit Appeal, is Wednesday, May 17, across Western New York. The first $111,000 raised will be matched dollar-for-dollar from generous donors including Delaware North, Energy Mark, and Thomann Asphalt Paving. All funds go toward the annual Appeal's $9.5 million goal in support of Catholic Charities of Buffalo and the "Fund for the Faith."
Erie County: Citizen Preparedness Corps training events scheduled at 5 different public libraries
Mon, May 8th 2023 10:10 am
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz and the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) recently announced five training sessions will be held later this month for local residents "to learn how to properly prepare for any type of disaster."
Grand Island residents, Dispatch readers offer ideas for former K of C building
Sat, May 6th 2023 07:00 am
Most of the Grand Island residents, responding to a contest asking for suggestions on what the new owners of the Knights of Columbus building at 1841 Whitehaven Road and the nearly nine acres of land behind it, said they would like to see the property developed into a destination where they could go and do something, and/or a spot to bring the community together.
Rain doesn't stop Relay For Life volunteers
Sat, May 6th 2023 07:00 am
On the rain-spattered morning of April 29, six volunteers hung up "dozens of bows around Town Commons, Town Hall, and the main firehall," said Lynn Marston Dingey, co-chair of Relay For Life. She said the group used at least five rolls of ribbons to complete the project.
Garage sale raises funds for Grand Island cat rescue
Sat, May 6th 2023 07:00 am
When Forgotten Felines of WNY rescued Trinity, she was pregnant and in poor condition.
Older Americans, town clerks honored at Town Board meeting
Sat, May 6th 2023 07:00 am
The Grand Island Town Board issued proclamations, honoring both older Americans and town clerks during the May 1 meeting.
New warehouse proposal under consideration on Grand Island
Sat, May 6th 2023 07:00 am
In the very near future, the Grand Island Town Board will vote on building the single largest development project in town history, when it is presented with Acquest Development's request to build a 1.08-million-square-foot, one-floor high-bay facility on 138 acres. The Grand Island Commerce Center would be built between Bedell and Love roads.
Catholic Health consultants experience data breach
Fri, May 5th 2023 04:20 pm
Minimum Data Set Consultants LLC (MDS), a firm that provides consulting services to skilled nursing facilities across the country, experienced a data breach that may include medical record information from some long-term-care residents within Catholic Health. MDS is in the process of notifying the residents, their family members, or other responsible party.
Ryan secures $5 million in state funding for Buffalo AKG renovations
Fri, May 5th 2023 04:00 pm
New York State Sen. Sean Ryan announced he has secured a $5 million state grant to support a series of renovations being completed as part of the continued development of the Buffalo AKG Art Museum.
Erie County Department of Health concludes monthly COVID-19 data updates
Fri, May 5th 2023 12:55 pm
In light of the end of the COVID-19 national emergency on April 10, and with the anticipated conclusion of the COVID-19 public health emergency on May 11, the Erie County Department of Health is ending its monthly COVID-19 data updates.
Erie County Fair: Daily flag retreat ceremony to honor veterans & active military
Fri, May 5th 2023 12:50 pm
The Erie County Fair will honor veterans and active military during its daily flag retreat ceremony at Slade Park. Now in its fifth year, this patriotic tradition will begin at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 9, and continue each evening during the 12-day run.
Attorney general: $350,000 to fight childhood lead poisoning, reduce energy bills in Erie County
Thu, May 4th 2023 10:45 am
New York Attorney General Letitia James on Wednesday announced she is providing $350,000 to Erie County to fight lead poisoning and reduce energy costs for low-income families.
AAUW Buffalo Branch to honor Hochul at Grand Island event
Tue, May 2nd 2023 11:20 am
AAUW Buffalo Branch announced the selection of Gov. Kathy Hochul as the 2023 Branch Achievement Award recipient.
Grand Island: Structure heavily damaged from garage fire
Tue, May 2nd 2023 09:15 am
At 12:11 p.m. Wednesday, April 26, the Grand Island Fire Co. dispatch received a call of a structure fire on Sandy Beach Road. Within minutes, firefighters were on scene, reporting a 2.5-story wood frame house with a fully involved garage fire beginning to extend into the house.
Erie County Opiate Epidemic Task Force meets to refocus efforts to prevent opioid poisoning deaths
Mon, May 1st 2023 04:40 pm
Erie County Opiate Epidemic Task Force members met at SUNY Erie Community College North Campus today for their first in-person meeting since 2020.
A conversation with interior designer Diane Garey, owner of Diane Garey Interiors
Sat, Apr 29th 2023 07:00 am
Diane Garey owns a Grand Island-based interior design company. In this conversation, she talks about how she transforms homes into places that people can love and enjoy living in, regardless of the client's budget.
Lion's Club spaghetti dinner attracts large crowd
Sat, Apr 29th 2023 07:00 am
The Grand Island Lions Club's first spaghetti dinner to offer a dining-in option since 2019 was a big success, said Lions Club Treasurer Tom Witkowski.
Committee looks to complete final phase of DeGlopper Memorial expansion
Fri, Apr 28th 2023 09:30 am
As the calendar soon turns to May, the volunteer members of the DeGlopper Memorial expansion committee will be hard at work preparing the site at the corner of Baseline Road and Grand Island Boulevard for the annual Memorial Day observance. That when we, as a nation, celebrate and recognize those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice with their lives to ensure our safety as Americans.
Erie County: Sheriff Garcia honored for excellence in office
Fri, Apr 28th 2023 09:30 am
Erie County Sheriff John C. Garcia, a Grand Island resident, was honored Thursday, April 21, by 100 Western New York civic leaders for his excellence in office as the 54th sheriff of Erie County.
Kearns warns drivers of risk of license suspension
Fri, Apr 28th 2023 09:20 am
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns and the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles are warning drivers they are in risk of having their driver's license suspended if they fail to comply with New York state DMV's vision screening policy.
Neighbors Foundation spring food drive
Fri, Apr 28th 2023 07:00 am
Thanks to all the businesses and organization that are hosting collection bins for the Neighbors Foundation Spring Food Drive which runs through the end of May!
Former waitress to serve prison sentence for stealing gaming tickets from Hamburg restaurant
Wed, Apr 26th 2023 05:05 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 31-year-old Danielle K. Bush of the Town of Tonawanda was sentenced yesterday afternoon before Erie County Court Judge Kenneth Case to 21/2 to 5 years in prison.
ECDOH to host breastfeeding discussion at United Way of Buffalo and Erie County for business leaders & managers
Wed, Apr 26th 2023 07:00 am
Recent changes to New York Labor Law (Section 206-c) have formalized the right of nursing mothers to express breast milk in the workplace. This welcome change will expand opportunities for lactating parents to maintain a breastmilk supply for their young infants during their time at work.
YMCA Buffalo Niagara to host Healthy Kids Day on April 29
Tue, Apr 25th 2023 02:40 pm
YMCA Buffalo Niagara will host its annual Healthy Kids Day from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, April 29, "encouraging families to take a moment to help kids be kids."
UB students to hold crowdsourcing event for area nonprofits
Tue, Apr 25th 2023 02:35 pm
A bestselling book from the early 1990s spoke of chicken soup for the soul. And while the book's title referred to the individual's soul, a dedicated group of University at Buffalo students believes that chicken soup - real soup, in this case − can also benefit the community's soul, as "Buffalo Soup" will demonstrate from 6-9 p.m. May 3 at Thin Man Brewery, 492 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo.
Higgins, Catholic Health announce $2.37 million-plus in federal funding for new substance use disorder treatment center at St. Joseph Campus
Mon, Apr 24th 2023 05:55 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins was joined Monday by Catholic Health President Mark Sullivan to announce $2,377,172 in federal funding to support additional inpatient treatment beds for those struggling with substance use disorder.
Buffalo man to serve prison sentence after search warrant uncovers illegal guns
Mon, Apr 24th 2023 05:55 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 30-year-old Joshua Gotthart of Buffalo was sentenced this afternoon before Erie County Court Judge Kenneth Case to 31/2 years in prison followed by 21/2 years of post-release supervision.
Buffalo man sentenced to probation for stealing fire truck
Mon, Apr 24th 2023 12:05 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 26-year-old Yassin A. Abdikadir of Buffalo was sentenced this morning before Erie County Court Judge Kenneth Case to five years of probation.
Erie County District Attorney's Office observes National Crime Victims' Rights Week
Mon, Apr 24th 2023 11:45 am
In observance of National Crime Victims' Rights Week (April 23-29), District Attorney John J. Flynn reminds residents of Erie County that his office is available to provide support to victims of crime.
Grand Island Garden Walk back for 2023
Mon, Apr 24th 2023 07:00 am
Mark your calendars! On Sunday, July 9, the Grand Island Garden Walk will return with many new gardens on the list of participants.
Changing lawns and lawncare practices for biodiversity and health
Mon, Apr 24th 2023 07:00 am
Did you know that 83% of all land in the United States is owned by private landowners, and that 40 million acres of land is maintained as turf grass, with 500 square-miles of lawn added each year?
Election 2023: Joseph Spinella running for Grand Island Town Council
Sat, Apr 22nd 2023 07:00 am
I am Joseph Spinella, your neighbor, a proud father of three, and husband to Autumn, a life-long Grand Island resident. I believe my education background and managerial experiences make me worthy of your important vote for Grand Island Town Council on June 27.
Town issues proclamations honoring Arbor Day and local environmental advocates
Sat, Apr 22nd 2023 07:00 am
Three proclamations celebrating Arbor Day and two local environmental advocates, Dorothy Westhafer and Ron Rezabek, were read at Monday's Grand Island Town Board meeting.
Artist shares his story on large piece of wood
Sat, Apr 22nd 2023 07:00 am
A mandala represents a spiritual journey. Generally, it is in the form of a circle, but, on occasion, it can be a square. The circle is often chosen as the form because it has no beginning and no end. It's geometric, and it represents the cosmos.
Montana continues to see progress, dreams come true on Grand Island
Sat, Apr 22nd 2023 07:00 am
Growing up on a farm in Quebec, Canada, Cyndy Montana knows a thing or two about hard work and putting in long hours to get the work done. Her parents were her role models and prepared her well for the outside world, but there was no preparation for what occurred to her and her family in the spring of 2020.
Jury finds Buffalo man guilty for murdering victim during robbery outside of gas station in city's Delavan-Grider neighborhood
Fri, Apr 21st 2023 04:10 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced a jury has found 28-year-old Daiquin Gray of Buffalo guilty of one count of murder in the second degree (class "A-I" felony), one count of robbery in the first degree (class "B" violent felony), and one count of criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree (class "C" violent felony). Jurors rendered their decision this afternoon after approximately two hours of deliberation following a four-day trial.
Tops reminds community of RX drop-off locations for annual National Drug Take Back Day
Fri, Apr 21st 2023 03:40 pm
Saturday, April 22, marks the 23rd annual National Drug Take Back Day hosted by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
Renderings unveiled for new Buffalo YMCA Wellness Center
Fri, Apr 21st 2023 03:00 pm
YMCA Buffalo Niagara has unveiled the initial renderings for a planned new Buffalo YMCA Wellness Center.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of WNY announces new marketing & communications director
Fri, Apr 21st 2023 02:20 pm
Ronald McDonald House Charities of WNY (RMHC of WNY) announced its appointment of Darlene M. Wilber as the organization's new marketing and communications director.
 

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