Fri, Jul 17th 2026 02:05 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that Grand Island Boulevard (state Route 324), in the Town of Grand Island, will be closed between the Interstate 190 northbound Exit 20 off-ramp and Long Road beginning at 7 a.m. Monday, July 20, for approximately three weeks, to facilitate culvert replacements.
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Fri, Jul 17th 2026 12:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the start of a $54.4 million structural steel repair and seismic retrofit project on the south Grand Island bridges. More than 70% of the funding for the infrastructure project comes from a federal grant awarded to the Thruway Authority.
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Fri, Jul 17th 2026 07:00 am
Warm air, bright sun and a diversity of gardens greeted visitors to the Grand Island Garden Walk on July 12.
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Fri, Jul 17th 2026 07:00 am
Overcoming shyness was motivation to start a business for one of the approximately 150 participants in KidBiz on June 20. Katherine said she wanted to "interact with people and be less shy."
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Fri, Jul 17th 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for July 17, 2026
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Thu, Jul 16th 2026 01:05 pm
Do you know someone who lives for the Erie County Fair? Or maybe that someone is you? The Erie County Fair is now accepting nominations for the "2026 Ultimate Fairgoer," an annual honor awarded to a true champion of Erie County Fair spirit and tradition.
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Mon, Jul 13th 2026 10:05 pm
Buying a vehicle is one of the biggest financial decisions many people make, and today's car shoppers are more informed than ever. Whether you're purchasing your first car, upgrading to a newer model, or shopping for a dependable used vehicle, taking time to do your homework can save you money, frustration, and future headaches.
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Mon, Jul 13th 2026 10:05 pm
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Fri, Jul 10th 2026 05:40 pm
During Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, Gov. Kathy Hochul urged New Yorkers to take steps to protect their vehicles from theft. In the first six months of this year, investigators for the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles recovered 140 stolen vehicles worth $4.3 million. In addition, DMV also recovered eight stolen auto parts with a value of almost $13,000.
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Fri, Jul 10th 2026 07:05 am
Relay For Life's honorary survivor, Joe Slachciak, loves superheroes, cooking and YouTube. He said that he admires all superheroes but that his favorite one is Spider-Man.
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Fri, Jul 10th 2026 07:00 am
With prices rising in, well, just about everything, now is the perfect time ... to take a vacation. ... To Niagara Falls State Park.
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Fri, Jul 10th 2026 07:00 am
The $1 land transfer of 207 acres from Acquest Development to the Seneca Nation of Indians earlier this year has spurred new round of legal action from the Town of Grand Island.
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Fri, Jul 10th 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for July 10, 2026
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Fri, Jul 10th 2026 06:00 am
Grand Island's first Independence Day run was organized by Richard "Dick" Bessel to celebrate the bicentennial of the United States in 1976.
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Fri, Jul 10th 2026 06:00 am
The following Grand Island response activity occurred Saturday, June 27, to Friday, July 3, according to the Erie County Sheriff's Office. ECSO deputies responded to 2,151 complaints among its county districts of 15 municipalities, including Grand Island, for the week of this report.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
Through strategic budgeting and collaboration with food vendors, ride provider Strates Shows, and suppliers, the Erie County Fair is lowering admission prices and introducing additional savings opportunities for food and rides throughout the event.
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:40 am
Hayley Pizur of Grand Island, daughter of Martin and Erin Pizur, recently graduated from Daemen University with dual Bachelor of Science degrees in biochemistry and psychology.
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:35 am
The celebration of Shea's Buffalo Theatre's 100th anniversary takes center stage again on Wednesday, July 8, at 7:30 p.m., when internationally acclaimed organist Richard Hills takes the bench for an unforgettable evening showcasing one of the theater's most treasured icons - the mighty Wurlitzer organ.
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 09:45 am
Special July 4th week digital issue
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 09:15 am
The Buffalo Bicycling Club is hosting the New York state team time trial championships in memory of Glenn Hansen, for the second year, on July 12. Anyone who would like to participate is welcome to get a team of three to four riders together. The goal is to achieve one's fastest time around a loop of Grand Island.
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 09:10 am
The Erie County Fair announced the debut of its inaugural fire truck pull competition, set to take place Friday, Aug. 14, during the 2026 Erie County Fair.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 11:55 am
M&T Bank has introduced the "Meet Me Downtown" initiative, a collaborative effort bringing together public, private and nonprofit partners to strengthen the vibrancy of downtown Buffalo.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 08:00 am
Patriotic salutes in Western New York
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 07:00 am
Niagara Falls High School Class of 1964 is having an 80th birthday party and reunion! It will be held from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, at the LaSalle Yacht Club on Buffalo Avenue with dinner, mingling and music. On Friday, there will be a tour of the old NFHS building on Portage Road and Pine Avenue from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 06:00 am
Eco Island is a place where Grand Island students have the opportunity to explore nature and overcome fears, said director Cyndi Booker.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 06:00 am
The Grand Island Neighbors Foundation is deeply grateful to have received a generous $4,500 donation from the Greater Buffalo Track Club (GBTC), made possible through the proceeds of the Grand Island Half Marathon held at Beaver Island State Park on May 2.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for June 26, 2026
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 06:00 am
The Town of Grand Island will celebrate the Fourth of July and this nation's 250th anniversary of independence Saturday, July 4, with the following events:
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Thu, Jun 25th 2026 02:15 pm
Alyssa Pizur, daughter of Martin and Erin Pizur, was named to the spring 2026 dean's list at St. John Fisher University in Rochester. Pizur is a freshman working toward a biology major and a chemistry minor.
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Wed, Jun 24th 2026 09:30 pm
Erie County is now accepting applications from eligible Erie County-based charitable organizations interested in being entered into a lottery for a chance to receive tickets and parking passes for an assigned Buffalo Bills home game at the new Highmark Stadium. The application period will close Friday, July 24.
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Wed, Jun 24th 2026 09:30 pm
The Buffalo AKG announced this year's "Art Alive" celebration, the event's 30th anniversary, will take place from2-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, on the museum's Great Lawn.
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Wed, Jun 24th 2026 09:30 pm
When we think of weather-related emergencies, we often think of dangerous cold and disruptive snowstorms - but it's important to keep in mind that extreme weather can occur at any time of the year.
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2026 09:30 pm
People Inc. celebrated the completion of a newly renovated overnight respite house during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday, marking a significant expansion of this important service for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 06:20 am
The 25th anniversary of Grand Island's Relay For Life, held June 6 at Town Commons, featured better weather than anticipated, along with a few superheroes and a surprise donation.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for June 19, 2026
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Thu, Jun 18th 2026 08:10 pm
Just Buffalo Literary Center invites the public to join "In Gratitude: A Community Celebration," from 3-6 p.m. Saturday, June 27, at Silo City. The free event marks the culmination of the organization's six-month "In Gratitude" initiative, a citywide project inspired by the work of acclaimed poet and essayist Ross Gay.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2026 08:10 am
The Grand Island Central School District budget passed Tuesday.
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Tue, Jun 16th 2026 07:50 pm
Taste of Buffalo presented by Tops Friendly Markets returns to downtown Buffalo for its 43rd annual event from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, July 11, and from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, July 12. This year's festival features 42 restaurants and food trucks, four New York state wineries, live local music, and more along Delaware Avenue starting at Chippewa Street and continuing into Niagara Square.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 07:05 pm
The Erie County Fair is now accepting submissions for its inaugural national anthem contest.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 06:55 am
The annual Mary Dunbar-Daluisio Memorial Lawnmower Race has been rescheduled for Father's Day, Sunday, June 21.
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