Tue, Jul 18th 2023 05:05 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center's Primary Care Centers have achieved recertification for patient-centered medical home status by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) for the period of July 12, 2023, to July 27, 2024. This recertification recognizes the systematic use of patient-centered, coordinated care management processes at each center.
|
Tue, Jul 18th 2023 04:15 pm
The Niagara County Sheriff's Office released the following information:
|
Mon, Jul 17th 2023 09:20 pm
The Niagara County Office for the Aging has begun distributing farmers market coupon booklets at sites throughout Niagara County.
|
Mon, Jul 17th 2023 09:10 pm
Erie County, in partnership with the Western New York Stormwater Coalition, is once again offering rain barrels and compost bins to encourage households to reduce their environmental footprint through water conservation and reducing fertilizer use.
|
Mon, Jul 17th 2023 05:30 pm
Teamwork brought Canal Fest of the Tonawandas from hiatus to hurrahs this past Sunday. It was opening day of the eight-day festival with a ceremony on the Renaissance Bridge between its Twin Cities hosts, Tonawanda and North Tonawanda.
|
Mon, Jul 17th 2023 11:25 am
Empower, a nonprofit human services agency, has added two new board members: Kory Schuler and Liz Zulawski.
|
Mon, Jul 17th 2023 11:25 am
Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti is pleased to share the results from the July 4 DWI enforcement campaign.
|
Fri, Jul 14th 2023 01:55 pm
More than 70 4-H youth and their families attended an animal safety meeting Wednesday night hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County (CCE-Niagara) and the Niagara County Agricultural Rights Advisory Panel. The meeting was to discuss the upcoming Niagara County Fair and the proper protocols for the 4-H youth to interact with the public in a way that keeps both fairgoers and the animals safe.
|
Fri, Jul 14th 2023 11:10 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for July 14, 2023
|
Fri, Jul 14th 2023 11:00 am
Wheatfield is one step further in the process to allow retail and on-site consumption businesses to sell marijuana to adults in properly zoned areas of town.
|
Fri, Jul 14th 2023 10:50 am
Niagara University's Office of Violence Prevention and Education was established in March 2022 with a three-year, $300,000 federal grant from the U.S. Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women (OVW).
|
Fri, Jul 14th 2023 10:45 am
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced a lifeguard qualifier will be held for the completion of the 2023 season.
|
Fri, Jul 14th 2023 07:00 am
Col. Joseph Contino assumed command of the 914th Air Refueling Wing - leading 1,600 military and a civilian member force - at a change of command ceremony at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station on July 7.
|
Fri, Jul 14th 2023 07:00 am
For a festival that was set to be canceled back in March, the Canal Fest of the Tonawandas has made a remarkable comeback.
|
Thu, Jul 13th 2023 08:35 pm
Three Niagara County departments will join with state agencies and other service providers to take part in a Veterans Services Fair on Friday, July 21, in Lockport. Niagara County Employment & Training, along with the Veterans Service Agency and human resources department, will be on-site to provide assistance and information to veterans.
|
Wed, Jul 12th 2023 05:35 pm
Calling Niagara County residents of all ages: The Council for Older Adults in Niagara County, in collaboration with D'Youville School of Pharmacy, invites Niagara County residents to attend a free brown bag medication checkup event from 6-8 p.m. Monday, July 31, at the Shawnee Volunteer Fire Co., 3747 Lockport Road, Sanborn.
|
Wed, Jul 12th 2023 05:35 pm
The Kupiec family, along with ConnectLife and the Shawnee Volunteer Fire Co., will host a community blood drive honoring the memory of North Tonawanda native Brandon Kupiec. Brandon died unexpectedly in 2013, at the young age of 20. His family holds this yearly event in his honor.
|
Wed, Jul 12th 2023 05:20 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announces the appointment of Russell Elliott Carlson, M.D., as the medical director of the Wound Center of Niagara.
|
Wed, Jul 12th 2023 05:15 pm
Rachel Newman is not only an elite educator, but after the National Physique Committee (NPC) Universe Competition in June in Teaneck, New Jersey, she is now considered a nationally elite athlete, as well.
|
Wed, Jul 12th 2023 11:20 am
The Niagara County Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (NCDMH) is partnering with Housing Opportunities Made Equal (HOME) and the Niagara Orleans Land Improvement Corp. (NORLIC) to host a free landlord workshop focused on renting to those with mental health and substance use concerns.
|
Wed, Jul 12th 2023 09:35 am
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, and Congressman Brian Higgins on Tuesday announced Niagara University has been awarded a $1.3 million grant through the Economic Development Administration (EDA) to bolster workforce development in Western New York.
|
Wed, Jul 12th 2023 09:30 am
The Child Advocacy Center of Niagara (CAC of Niagara), a nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive, trauma-informed services to children who have been identified as victims of abuse, is participating in the OneTooMany Virtual 5K, a fundraising event organized by the New York State Children's Alliance to support Child Advocacy Centers across the state.
|
Wed, Jul 12th 2023 08:45 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced construction of True Bethel Commons - a $15 million adaptive reuse of the vacant former historic Sacred Heart school, rectory and convent buildings on South Avenue producing 39 affordable apartments in Niagara Falls - is now complete.
|
Wed, Jul 12th 2023 08:25 am
Niagara County Department of Public Works Commissioner Garret Meal announced a section of West Somerset Road, between Hess and Hosmer roads, in the Town of Newfane, will be closed to all motorists, except local traffic, beginning Monday, July 17. Detours signs to redirect motorists will be put in place.
|
Wed, Jul 12th 2023 08:25 am
The Niagara County Department of Health has issued a beach advisory at Olcott Beach in Olcott. This advisory is anticipated to remain in effect until further notice.
|
Mon, Jul 10th 2023 04:15 pm
The Western New York Lions will host a free picnic for visually impaired citizens on Sunday, July 16, at Five Senses Park, 6535 Ward Road, Sanborn. The event begins at noon for all registered individuals, followed by food and festivities from 1-3 pm. Preregistration is required to attend.
|
Mon, Jul 10th 2023 04:15 pm
The Mental Health Association in Niagara County will host its second annual cornhole fundraiser, "Cornhole for a Cause," from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6, at the Davison Road Inn, 383 Davison Road, Lockport.
|
Mon, Jul 10th 2023 10:00 am
The Carnegie Art Center (CAC) will host three more concerts on its outdoor space this summer as part of the "Live on the Lawn" music series, presented by the Niagara Area Foundation.
|
Fri, Jul 7th 2023 11:35 am
The Niagara County Department of Health (NCDOH) confirmed a rabid bat on Porter Avenue, City of North Tonawanda, on July 3. Three domestic cats came in contact with a bat that tested positive for rabies. As a result of the incident, the cats received required rabies booster vaccines and must quarantine for a time prescribed in the New York State Sanitary Code.
|
Fri, Jul 7th 2023 11:35 am
The Niagara County Sheriff's Office is announcing a partnership with Flock Safety, a company that provides an automated license plate reader (ALPR) service. The installation of cameras will include 67 locations strategically located throughout Niagara County.
|
Fri, Jul 7th 2023 11:00 am
The Wheatfield Veterans Memorial was the gathering spot on Saturday for veterans and families to educate, reflect, share stories, express gratitude and enjoy camaraderie.
|
Fri, Jul 7th 2023 09:25 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for July 7, 2023
|
Thu, Jul 6th 2023 09:05 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 30-year-old Nicholas D. D'Angelo of Niagara Falls was sentenced this afternoon before State Supreme Court Justice Debra Givens to six months in jail followed by 10 years of probation with sex offender conditions. He will be required to register as a sex offender upon his release from custody.
|
Wed, Jul 5th 2023 08:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the award of more than $516 million in enhanced assistance for 141 local governments to rehabilitate and replace bridges and culverts while supporting resiliency and sustainability in every region of the state.
|
Wed, Jul 5th 2023 08:00 pm
Recently, two alumni of Jennifer Manning's Orleans/Niagara BOCES animation, film and visual effects program, Jack Gatto (Lewiston-Porter graduate) and Geoff Roberts (Niagara Wheatfield graduate), had the amazing opportunity to work on the animated video for the song "Video Games" by actor/musician Jack Black's band, Tenacious D.
|
Wed, Jul 5th 2023 09:50 am
At approximately 8:53 p.m. last night, July 4, a 46-year-old man from Niagara Falls was shot in the arm and the abdomen on 16th Street in Niagara Falls. He was then transported to ECMC. Currently, there is no update on his condition.
|
Mon, Jul 3rd 2023 09:50 am
Niagara County law enforcement will continue to be vigilant over the remainder of the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
|
Fri, Jun 30th 2023 03:05 pm
Paul Kupiec is a longtime North Tonawanda resident. He and his wife, MaryBeth, enjoy joining in community events and activities, but health issues now limit his energy and options. Kupiec and his family hope that a kidney transplant will give him a new lease on life.
|
Fri, Jun 30th 2023 02:45 pm
Beginning Saturday, July 1, the Aquarium of Niagara will transition to a summer schedule featuring extended operating hours. Sunday through Thursday, the venue will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. On Fridays and Saturdays, the Aquarium of Niagara will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. These extended hours will apply through Sunday, Sept. 3.
|
Fri, Jun 30th 2023 11:30 am
Celebrate the Fourth of July with these local family-fun and fireworks spectaculars:
|
