Fri, May 8th 2026 07:10 am
Lewiston's rollout of summer food destinations continued this week with the reopening of Gallo Coal Fire Kitchen at the corner of Center and North Fourth streets.
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Fri, May 8th 2026 07:10 am
While many Grand Islanders have eagerly awaited a splash pad as a bright, new amenity planned for Veterans Park, the financials presented to the Town Board on Monday cast a shadow over that enthusiasm.
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Fri, May 8th 2026 07:05 am
Council member Rhonda Diehl has taken a proactive stance in putting Grand Island service clubs on the same page - but not in the same spot on the calendar page!
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Fri, May 8th 2026 07:05 am
Mayor Anne Welch and the Village of Lewiston posed Monday with Robert Paul, commander of the Youngstown flotilla, as Welch proclaimed May 16-22, 2026, as National Safe Boating Week in the Village of Lewiston - urging "all those who enjoy our waters to practice safe boating habits, seek proper education, and 'Wear It' to ensure a safe and successful season on the Niagara River."
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Thu, May 7th 2026 02:20 pm
Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. and Buffalo Waterfront announced a vibrant 2026 summer lineup at Canalside, promising a season defined by both nostalgia and new discovery. From the whimsical debut of duck-themed paddleboats to the highly anticipated return of the World's Largest Rubber Duck, the downtown waterfront is set to become a premier destination for family-friendly recreation, art and active wellness beginning Memorial Day weekend.
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Wed, May 6th 2026 09:20 pm
Destination Niagara USA joined communities across the country in celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), recognizing the vital role tourism plays in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and enhancing quality of life in Niagara County.
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Wed, May 6th 2026 08:30 pm
As the Buffalo Sabres prepare to host the Montreal Canadiens, Visit Buffalo is rolling out a welcome for visiting fans with the debut of a new digital resource - the "Hockey Fan's Guide to Buffalo" - and a trio of billboards in Southern Ontario designed to greet Canadian visitors before they even reach the border.
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Tue, May 5th 2026 03:10 pm
The Niagara County Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (NCDMH) is taking part in recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month, aimed at reducing stigma, providing support and educating the public on mental health. As part of this effort, NCDMH officially launched the new Hope Speaks Niagara Community Coalition.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 10:55 am
From April 20-24, a coordinated spring aggressive driving enforcement initiative was conducted throughout Niagara County. The operation, undertaken in partnership with the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee's "No Empty Chair" campaign, brought together multiple law enforcement agencies.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 08:00 am
The Village of Lewiston Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously Tuesday to approve Ellicott Development's variance request for pay-parking signs inside the Frontier House parking lot at 460 Center St.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 08:00 am
Despite celebrating more than a quarter-century in business - a rare 2020s feat - a signature sandwich seen on national television ("The Haystack"), myriad "Best of" food/tourism lists and boatloads of positive social media feedback, The Silo Restaurant isn't settling for status quo.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 07:00 am
Growing up on a farm in Quebec, Cyndy Montana's favorite memory is sitting on the veranda with her family, enjoying peaceful moments as a reward for hard work.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 06:55 am
What do giant rocks, chains that drip water, a stone bench, and an ornamental flowering cherry tree all have in common? If you said they're items on display at Lincoln Park Nursery in Amherst, you'd be correct. You'd also be right if you guessed they're products of owner John Maloney's imagination.
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Thu, Apr 30th 2026 10:40 pm
Niagara Amusement Park & Splash World will not open for the 2026 summer season.
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Thu, Apr 30th 2026 04:45 pm
The Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce is inviting the community to celebrate and support local businesses during Small Business Week with a fun and rewarding initiative: The "Shop Small Challenge."
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Thu, Apr 30th 2026 01:05 pm
USA Niagara Development Corp. (USAN) and the City of Niagara Falls announced the completion of five projects funded by the Niagara Falls Small Business Property Improvement Grant program (NFSBPIP).
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Thu, Apr 30th 2026 12:50 pm
Artpark & Company announces the world-premiere performance of "Legacy in Motion: Celebrating Miles Davis at 100," featuring the Jon Lehrer Dance Company and John Bacon and Star People, in the Artpark Mainstage Theater in Lewiston at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 17.
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Wed, Apr 29th 2026 07:30 pm
Lewiston's newest restaurant was christened on Wednesday. The Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting for the Olcott Lobster Company.
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Tue, Apr 28th 2026 10:25 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, in partnership with ConnectLife, will host a meaningful flag-raising ceremony at 9 a.m. Thursday, April 30, to honor the selfless individuals who have given the gift of life through organ and tissue donation, as well as to recognize those whose lives have been saved and improved through transplantation.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 01:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced Buffalo's Silo City will serve as a premier destination for the FIFA World Cup 2026, projecting five select matches onto the towering facades of its historic grain elevators.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 01:10 pm
Researchers from the University at Buffalo and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center are developing an artificial intelligence tool to help surgeons better identify lung cancer patients at risk for postoperative complications.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 11:10 am
Warmer weather is making its way to Western and Central New York. Before it's time for backyard barbecues, pool parties, and picnics, it's spring-cleaning time in the house and the yard.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 07:15 am
Niagara County legislators Michael Casale, Irene Myers and David Godfrey joined Upward Niagara Chamber President Amanda Haseley in presenting special America 250 flags to area businesses and municipalities on Monday morning.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 07:15 am
Mom, grandma and wrestling, of all things, led Bashar Srouji to open Ghada Have It!, a Mediterranean restaurant on Military Road in the Town of Niagara.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 07:10 am
Olcott Lobster Company is opening Friday, May 1, in Lewiston, and "We're beyond excited," proprietor Michelle Pozantides said Tuesday. "This has been a labor of love, and we're just so excited to finally be able to open our doors."
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 07:05 am
Thank you to Josh Maloni and the Tribune for featuring the Town of Niagara in this week's edition. Our town may be small, but we have a lot going on and a lot to offer!
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Thu, Apr 23rd 2026 03:15 pm
America 250 will be a prominent feature of Maid of the Mist's 141st season, which launches at 9 a.m. Friday, April 24. As the U.S. celebrates its semiquincentennial, specially designed logos and decals will be featured on the exterior of the all-electric e-boats James V. Glynn and Nikola Tesla, throughout the Maid of the Mist facility in Niagara Falls State Park, on the company website, and on social media platforms.
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Thu, Apr 23rd 2026 03:05 pm
Scene One Entertainment, alongside Benchmark Management Group, opened the Market Arcade 8 on Wednesday in downtown Buffalo - the latest for the Schenectady-based entertainment company, and its first foray in Western New York.
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Thu, Apr 23rd 2026 11:35 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York's volunteer firefighter training stipend program is expanding to offset costs for five additional training courses available to volunteer firefighters.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2026 08:55 am
The Western New York (WNY) Armed Forces Week committee announced the return of its signature events to the historic Connecticut Street Armory this May, marking a vibrant celebration of local military service and community support.
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Mon, Apr 20th 2026 08:10 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Sunday highlighted the start of Severe Weather Awareness Week in New York by encouraging New Yorkers to take steps to prepare themselves and their households for severe weather.
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Fri, Apr 17th 2026 10:20 am
The Greater Niagara Ballet Company (GNBC) is proud to present "Fables & Frost," a charming, family‑friendly ballet program featuring "Peter and the Wolf," "Les Patineurs (The Skating Party)" and "Jewel Fairies" from "The Sleeping Beauty."
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Fri, Apr 17th 2026 07:00 am
The Village of Lewiston Planning Commission tabled Ellicott Development's request to reconfigure building No. 3 of its three-structure plaza. The board, and Building Inspector/Zoning Officer Ken Candella, requested additional information as they consider changing the street-level section's use from residential to commercial - a modification that would accommodate a retail tenant.
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Fri, Apr 17th 2026 06:55 am
On the afternoon of April 8, members of American Legion Post 1346 of Grand Island raised 10 new flags at the DeGlopper Memorial park.
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Thu, Apr 16th 2026 04:55 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens announced Thursday that its expansion and renovation project is more than halfway complete.
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Wed, Apr 15th 2026 10:00 am
Niagara County Fire Coordinator Jon Schultz, along with Niagara County legislators David Godfrey and Chris McKimmie, took part in an event Tuesday hosted by the Firefighters Association of the State of New York in support of FASNY's recruitment and retention campaign, RecruitNY.
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Tue, Apr 14th 2026 09:00 pm
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Tue, Apr 14th 2026 09:15 am
SUNY Niagara will welcome aspiring chefs, culinary professionals and the community for a dynamic weekend of food, artistry and education at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute on Saturday and Sunday, April 25-26.
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Mon, Apr 13th 2026 10:40 am
Two legendary groups will be heating up the summer entertainment at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino with hot performances in the Seneca Niagara Event Center. Classic Rock icons 38 Special bring their 50-year "Legacy Tour" to the Event Center at 8 p.m. Thursday, June 25. Then, country superstars Lady A will perform at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28.
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Mon, Apr 13th 2026 09:55 am
Shea's Performing Arts Center invites the community to Shea's Buffalo Theatre to see "A Minecraft Movie" at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 17 (doors open at noon). The movie-watching event is part of "Shea's Free Film Series."
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