Fri, Mar 20th 2026 06:55 am
With the first few tastes of spring weather, trustees in the Village of Lewiston continue to issue approvals for events shaping the village's summer season. On Monday, the board approved motions:
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Mon, Mar 16th 2026 11:30 am
With the official start of spring later this week, it's not too early to start thinking about all things gardening. Lewiston GardenFest organizers are now accepting applications for both vendors and residents interested in sharing their own gardens as part of the annual event, set for Saturday and Sunday, June 20-21, along Center Street in Lewiston.
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Mon, Mar 16th 2026 10:15 am
Artpark & Company announced Andy Grammer's "The Big Stupid Heart Tour" will be coming to the Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, with special guest Walk Off The Earth.
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Fri, Mar 13th 2026 07:10 am
The Village of Lewiston's preseason shopping and dining extravaganza is back!
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Fri, Mar 13th 2026 07:05 am
Niagara County kicked off its tribute to the nation's 250th anniversary of independence celebration with a first look last Saturday of the county's historical landmarks and figures from past centuries.
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Fri, Mar 13th 2026 07:05 am
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University invites the public to an evening of reflection, dialogue and discovery on Thursday, April 9, celebrating the opening of two major spring exhibitions: "Human/Nature: Envisioning the Environment" and "USA250: Celebrating the American Vision."
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Fri, Mar 13th 2026 07:00 am
Lewiston Town Board members heard updates on the new Riverfront Park, and improvements planned for the Lewiston Police Department's Creek Road station, at their Monday work session.
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Fri, Mar 13th 2026 06:55 am
The Lewiston Public Library has been a place of incredible activity this past year. Thanks to the support of the Town of Lewiston, Niagara County and the dedication of our "Friends of the Library" group, we were able to offer a variety of materials and programs. The library is also a place patrons visit to read the newspaper, work on their laptop using the Wi-fi, or reserve a session on library computers.
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 12:25 pm
Registration is now open for Old Fort Niagara's 300th anniversary history symposium: "Politics, Trade and Diplomacy on the New York Frontier." The event will be held Saturday, April 25, at the Fort Niagara Officers Club adjacent to the Old Fort. Hours for the program are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 10:20 am
Artpark announces that Cole Swindell at the Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 08:15 am
Park improvements funded in 2025 through Greenway and municipal monies are starting to take shape in the Village of Youngstown.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 08:00 am
As snow has subsided in the Village of Lewiston, the Department of Public Works is shifting its attention to other projects.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 07:55 am
As deputy mayor and budget officer for the Village of Youngstown, I am deeply honored to serve our community, and humbled by the trust our residents have placed in me. This is more than a role - it is a responsibility to listen, to lead with integrity, and to ensure that every decision we make reflects the best interests of our village and its people.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 07:55 am
The Town of Lewiston kicked off the process for its long-awaited comprehensive plan update in a public workshop for residents last Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Lewiston Senior Center. Titled, "Lewiston's Next 10," the project sets the stage for the town's next steps.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 07:00 am
Dr. Glenda R. Rose, Dr. Thomas G. Barba, and the staff of Rose Chiropractic, P.C., in Lewiston, held their 36th annual "Doctors with a Heart Day" on Saturday, Feb. 14.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 07:00 am
Stella Niagara Education Park invites prospective families to attend its open house from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, and experience firsthand why Stella Niagara offers "An Education Unlike Any Other."
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Tue, Mar 3rd 2026 10:20 am
Artpark & Company announced Charley Crockett, "Age of the Ram Tour," is coming to the Mainstage Theater in Lewiston at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, with special guests Durand Jones & The Indications.
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Fri, Feb 27th 2026 06:55 am
The Lewiston Town Board held a lead-off public hearing to consider Local Law No. 3 of 2026 - "A local law to establish the residency requirements for the appointed office of Deputy Town Clerk and Deputy Tax Receiver for the Town of Lewiston" - at Monday's meeting.
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Thu, Feb 26th 2026 12:55 pm
The New York Power Authority on Thursday announced the successful return to service of the first of 13 turbine generating units to be upgraded as part of NYPA's "Next Generation Niagara" modernization and digitization program.
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Thu, Feb 26th 2026 10:10 am
Niagara University has been awarded $525,000 in funding to modernize its theater facilities. This strategic investment will upgrade critical infrastructure including stage machinery, lighting, audio, and communication systems to align the university's training with the demands of the film, television and live production industries.
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Tue, Feb 24th 2026 01:50 pm
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University announces its spring 2026 programming calendar, alongside the release of The CAM Magazine (issue 2 - winter/spring 2026), now available in the museum's Sculpture Court.
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Mon, Feb 23rd 2026 03:05 pm
The Lewiston Choraleers will present an Easter program at four area churches on March 21, 22, 28 and 29. The program will feature a cantata titled "Footprints in the Sand" by Joseph M. Martin.
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Sat, Feb 21st 2026 01:25 pm
The Town of Lewiston is updating its comprehensive plan to help guide the next 10 years of the town - and beyond! Join leaders for a public workshop from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Lewiston Senior Center, 4361 River Road. The event will be open-house style - residents can come and go as they please.
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Fri, Feb 20th 2026 07:05 am
Lewiston Police Department Chief Michael Salada is researching technology designed to provide officers a faster, safer look into potentially problematic situations.
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Fri, Feb 20th 2026 06:55 am
It was a celebration of service to community and all that entails, as members of the Youngstown Volunteer Fire Co. held their 115th installation Saturday, Feb. 7, at the firehall.
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Fri, Feb 20th 2026 06:55 am
The Youngstown Business and Professional Association got down to business Feb. 10 at its winter membership meeting at Ray's Tavern in Porter. Attendees learned more about local happenings planned for 2026 - including the annual O'Riordan St. Patrick's Day Parade leading off at noon Saturday, March 14 on Main Street; and YBPA's 15th "Beginning of Summer Street Dance and Car Cruise" set for 6 p.m. Thursday, June 25.
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Thu, Feb 19th 2026 06:05 pm
Niagara Frontier Golf Club has named Niagara Falls native Kurt Vogel to the position of PGA head golf professional, announced Thomas J. Baia, president of the board of directors. Vogel will begin his duties in March at the 96-year-old club located on Lake Road in Niagara County.
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Thu, Feb 19th 2026 09:15 am
Senior Kaitlyn Szarejko has always been an active student in her school community throughout her time at Lewiston-Porter Schools.
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Wed, Feb 18th 2026 12:00 pm
On Tuesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced more than $240 million in tax credits and subsidies was awarded to create and preserve 1,800 affordable, modern homes in 27 housing developments across New York.
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Mon, Feb 16th 2026 08:20 am
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Fri, Feb 13th 2026 08:15 am
Lewiston Town Board members received some unsettling news about the Lewiston Public Library at its Monday work session.
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Fri, Feb 13th 2026 07:15 am
Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours has authorized court proceedings seeking to confirm its ownership of Lewiston waterfront property it now leases from the Village of Lewiston.
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Fri, Feb 13th 2026 07:10 am
The paid parking administrator tasked with installing markers in and around the historic Frontier House's parking lot pledged to work with the Village of Lewiston in crafting more appropriate signage.
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Fri, Feb 13th 2026 07:05 am
The Lewiston Council on the Arts will present "Vincent," a one-act play that explores the life and art of Vincent van Gogh - and pair that with a Christina Custode-led bistro performance - on Feb. 20 and 22.
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Fri, Feb 13th 2026 07:00 am
Stella Niagara transformed its second floor into an enchanted forest this week as it hosted its annual Scholastic Book Fair, themed "Get Lost ... In a Good Book!" The weeklong fair offered students and families a themed event filled with literacy, creativity and school spirit.
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Thu, Feb 12th 2026 10:30 am
Today, three-time Grammy Award-winner and global icon Sarah McLachlan announced the 2026 extension of her "Better Broken Tour," produced by Live Nation, in support of her critically acclaimed 10th studio album of the same name, released Sept. 19, 2025, via Concord Records.
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Sat, Feb 7th 2026 10:25 am
The cherry on top of weeks of snow accumulations and freezing-cold temperatures is ice dams forming in and above gutters across Western New York. Though not a new phenomenon, these blocks of ice - and the size and quantity of attached icicles - have not been this noticeable (or noisome) in recent years.
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Fri, Feb 6th 2026 08:05 am
But the truth is, for every competition the Brickyard wins (and that includes past titles for "WNY's Best BBQ" and best stew), voters continually point to the fact that the staff at this restaurant - and its sister site - simply outworks other eateries. From customer service to in-house menus to offsite catering, the Brickyard continues to set the standard for WNY restaurants.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 11:30 am
Throughout this week, Lewiston laborers have been out along Center Street clearing massive snow piles caused by January's snowstorms. In working to clear the roads and sidewalks, snow had accumulated to heights almost equaling the neighboring buildings.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 10:40 am
Artpark & Company announced "Sierra Ferrell: Heavy Petal Tour" at Artpark's Mainstage Theater in Lewiston at 7 p.m. Sept. 2. Ferrell just announced her 2026 Heavy Petal tour, which includes more than 40 dates across the U.S. and Europe throughout this summer and fall.
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