The future of Academy Park - and, by association, the Niagara County Peach Festival - will be decided by a group of people Mayor Anne Welch assembled together this week.

The hardships of growing older affect many living within the Tribune's circulation. Some may need canes, walkers, wheelchairs; the nights may get longer, memories grow harder to access. Aches and pains from years of work may come to back to haunt the body, and of course, eyesight may become hindered.

Baker Mayfield and the Cleveland Browns (1-1) host Jared Goff and the reigning NFC-champion Los Angeles Rams (2-0) this week on NBC's "Sunday Night Football." Coverage begins at 7 p.m. ET on NBC, followed by kickoff at 8:20 p.m. from FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland.

The 12 celebrity and pro-dancer couples compete a second week with the first elimination of the 2019 season, live, Monday, Sept. 23 (8 p.m. EDT), on ABC (TV-PG, L). Episodes can also be viewed the next day on ABC.com, the ABC app and Hulu.

The votes are in and America has chosen Kodi Lee as the winner of "America's Got Talent" season 14. Lee wins the show's $1 million grand prize on Wednesday, and will headline "America's Got Talent Live" at the Paris Theater at Paris Las Vegas Nov. 7-10.

Vittorio Giardetti of Niagara Falls, third from left, visited Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center on Tuesday to make a $10,000 donation toward the planned $2 million medical oncology center on the hospital's downtown campus.

Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn was joined by Mayor Byron Brown and Capt. Jeff Rinaldo of the Buffalo Police Department to encourage citizens to participate in Buffalo SafeCam. The program seeks to promote public safety by allowing city residents to register their home and business surveillance cameras with the BPD to assist in solving crimes.

The Niagara County Workforce Development Board and Niagara's WorkSourceOne will hold its annual fall career fair from 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Niagara Falls, 7001 Buffalo Ave.

Wednesday nights are going to get explosive as All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and TNT reveal the name and first official poster of their upcoming weekly show: "All Elite Wrestling: Dynamite."

Country music superstar Brad Paisley is set to host and executive produce "Brad Paisley Thinks He's Special," an hour-long primetime special set to air on ABC later this season from Sony Pictures Television. The variety special will showcase the energy of Music City from Nashville's iconic War Memorial Auditorium through a combination of Paisley's signature humor, unexpected surprises, heartfelt field pieces and rousing musical performances.

The much-anticipated Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays may still be months away, but the best time to book flights for these busy travel weeks is quickly approaching. In fact, a recent analysis of AAA Travel's flight booking data from the past three years revealed Sept. 25 marks the start of the best booking window for air travel around both the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.

Depression is a common problem among older adults, but is not a normal part of aging. Mental illness can be difficult to discuss and is no laughing matter. Often the best way to learn about a hard topic is through laughter.

Twenty-one members of the New York Congressional delegation penned a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue pushing back on a proposed new rule by the Trump administration that, as they said, puts tighter restrictions on the distribution of anti-hunger assistance under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Parents can best help their children overcome obesity and develop healthy eating habits by adopting a "family treatment" approach to positive habits, including acting as a "champion" for good choices and being a healthy role model.

Depeche Mode, along with Trafalgar Releasing, Sony Music Entertainment and BBH Entertainment, announce the upcoming release of the new feature-length documentary and concert film, "SPIRITS in the Forest," coming to cinemas worldwide for a one-night event on Nov. 21. The film will bring fans together around the world to celebrate the impact of Depeche Mode's music and performances. "SPIRITS in the Forest" will be screened in more than 2,400 cinemas, from Adelaide to Zagreb, in over 70 countries.

The Empire State Development board of directors met and authorized ESD to move forward with the east side commercial district program, a new initiative for the City of Buffalo as part of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's previously announced $50 million East Side Corridor Economic Development Fund (ESCEDF).

The auxiliary of Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center is seeking donations of "gently worn" men's and women's coats, jackets and blazers as well as purses and jewelry for a sale to be held Oct. 17-18. Items may be dropped off at the hospital gift shop.

Republican New York State Sen. Chris Jacobs announced that he has introduced legislation (S 6718) that would establish an indefinite moratorium on the construction or placement of wind turbines on any freshwater body located within the boundaries of New York.

Republican New York State Sen. Rob Ortt joined Assemblywoman Marjorie Byrnes, R-C-Caledonia, to oppose New York's handling of proposed Article X projects across the state.

A growing "wagon train" of legislation challenging the NCAA's rules against compensating collegiate athletes has "tremendous ramifications" on whether amateur athletes can be paid while still in college, according to the University at Buffalo's sports law expert Helen "Nellie" Drew.

Global superstar Celine Dion has released three new tracks from her highly anticipated album, "Courage," today via Sony Music Entertainment Canada/Columbia Records. "Imperfections," "Lying Down" and "Courage" are new tracks from the eclectic album, each representing a new creative direction for Dion.

The University at Buffalo department of theatre and dance presents the 46th anniversary of Zodiaque Dance Company (ZDC), UB's premiere resident student dance ensemble.

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Downriver Post 7487's "Circle of Honor" started to be assembled on Wednesday morning. Patrol cars from the Lewiston Police Department and Niagara County Sheriff's Office escorted stone pillars down Center Street and into Academy Park. Project manager Rocco DelGrosso and his team then began to install the monument pieces.

Join the Niagara County Historical Society History Center at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, for a look at the three International bridges from Niagara County to Canada. Ray Wigle will show images of the past and present spans connecting the two countries over the years.

Saved By the Bell," from Emmy Award winner Tracey Wigfield ("30 Rock"), featuring original cast members including Elizabeth Berkley and Mario Lopez.

The season 14 two-night finale of NBC's hit summer series "America's Got Talent" begins tonight (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) with performances from all of the show's Top 10 finalists, including Benicio Bryant, Detroit Youth Choir, Emanne Beasha, Kodi Lee, Light Balance Kids, Ndlovu Youth Choir, Ryan Niemiller, Tyler Butler-Figueroa, V. Unbeatable and Voices of Service.

Drew Drechsel of Hamden, Connecticut, was crowned an "American Ninja Warrior" champion on Monday's season 11 finale.

Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, announced a federal grant from the Department of Homeland Security's Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program has been awarded to the City of Buffalo for the hiring of firefighters. The grant is for a total of $9,806,400 and administered by DHS's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

The Parkinson's Foundation will host its annual Moving Day Buffalo, A Walk for Parkinson's, at the SUNY Erie North Campus on Saturday, Sept. 21. This is one of more than 40 grassroots events taking place across the country this year. The event begins at 9 a.m., with the 3-mile walk starting at 11 a.m.

The holiday season will be full of laughter at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino when the Seneca Niagara Event Center welcomes Terry Fator at 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21. Tickets go on sale at noon this Friday, Sept. 20.

Vice President and General Manager of Washington Mills Don McLeod, and Mary Ricciardi, a devoted community volunteer, will be honored at the 20th annual Good Works Gala of the Mount St. Mary's Hospital Foundation. In honor of the gala's 20th year, the theme is the "Roaring 20's."

Calling all Niagara County pizzerias: Registration is now open for the second annual Festival of Slice pizza celebration, taking place from 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at the Conference & Event Center Niagara Falls. It is taking place as part of the city's third annual Jingle Falls USA festivities, a collaborative holiday celebration in downtown Niagara Falls.

Back and better than ever, "Dancing with the Stars" welcomed a new, well-known and energetic cast of 12 celebrities ready to move out of their comfort zones and hit the ballroom floor. The competition began with a two-hour season premiere, live, Monday on ABC. The episode can also be viewed today on ABC.com, the ABC app and Hulu.

The Village of Youngstown will host a representative from the Niagara County Veterans Service Agency from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2. All veterans and family members are welcome to make an appointment with an accredited representative to discuss benefits, programs, health care and services that may be available as the result of active duty, military or naval service.

The Buffalo Sabres New Era Store is now open at KeyBank Center, and beginning today fans will be able to purchase the Sabres 50th Season Commemorative Jersey. The newly renovated store is open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sabres and Bandits game nights.