Fri, May 8th 2026 11:15 am
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the formal reopening of the fishing and boating access site located at 880 Harlem Road in West Seneca. DEC recently joined the Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper and other partners for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the project.
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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 07:00 am
As of May 5, the New York state legislators have not passed a budget, which means the Grand Island Central School District's major state revenue sources for the 2026-27 academic year are estimated. The state budget is now more than a month late.
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Fri, May 8th 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for May 8, 2026
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Fri, May 8th 2026 06:00 am
Chipotle is readying it's new store for an opening this season next to Starbucks on Grand Island Boulevard.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 05:15 pm
The Erie County Department for the Aging's University Express program officially launched its spring 2026 semester today at the Orchard Park Senior Center, as Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz led the special kickoff class with a special presentation, "Roosevelt Rumble: FDR vs. TR."
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Mon, May 4th 2026 02:45 pm
The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) will conduct its 34th annual national food drive on Saturday, May 9.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 07:00 am
I am running for the Grand Island Central School District Board of Education to bring disciplined oversight, transparent decision-making, responsible financial management, and a renewed focus on strengthening both vocational and traditional education.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 01:00 pm
SUNY Erie President Dr. Adiam Tsegai provided this statement regarding the situation at City Campus on Friday:
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Fri, May 1st 2026 09:25 am
"Vienna, is spring still considered the best time of year to sell a home?"
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Fri, May 1st 2026 07:00 am
The following Grand Island response activity occurred Saturday, April 18, to Friday, April 24, according to the Erie County Sheriff's Office.
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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
A big helping of alternative rock culture is coming to the Old Church Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 16.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for May 1, 2026
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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 06:25 pm
Grand Island is among the myriad Western New York communities rooting for the Buffalo Sabres, as the team continues its first playoff run - and Stanley Cup chase - in more than a decade.
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Thu, Apr 30th 2026 04:05 pm
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Thu, Apr 30th 2026 12:35 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns announced updated operating hours at three of the six auto bureau branches, continuing his longstanding focus on delivering superior customer service and reduced transaction times.
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Tue, Apr 28th 2026 02:35 pm
Grand Island's South End is about to lose a longtime community retail outlet.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 04:25 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns announced the grand-opening of a new northtowns outreach center located inside the Eastern Hills Mall, directly adjacent to the Erie County Auto Bureau.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 11:10 am
Tops Friendly Markets announced it will once again host a "Stars for Our Troops" initiative, running May 10 through June 14. The program welcomes the community to donate worn and tattered American flags at select Tops Markets locations for proper retirement.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 02:25 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), the City of Buffalo, and Buffalo Naval Park announced the completion of phase one to stabilize two historically and culturally significant vessels: the USS Croaker and USS The Sullivans.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 07:00 am
Pedestrians face a gap-toothed sidewalk system along a half-mile stretch of Grand Island Boulevard.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 06:55 am
As bicycles, e-bikes and scooters come out of basements and garages and onto the trails this spring, safety is a prime concern.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for April 24, 2026
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Thu, Apr 23rd 2026 11:40 am
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service personnel will apply lampricides to Buffalo Creek to kill invasive sea lamprey larvae burrowed in the stream bottom. Applications will be conducted between May 5-14, in accordance with state of New York permits. Application dates are tentative and may be changed based upon local weather or stream conditions near the time of treatment.
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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 05:20 pm
Catholic Charities of Buffalo is joining Catholic Charities agencies across the U.S. to host People of Hope: Faith-Filled Stories of Neighbors Helping Neighbors, a nationwide storytelling museum designed to amplify the profound impact of Christian services.
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Fri, Apr 17th 2026 07:00 am
The 2026 version of Relay For Life, scheduled for June 6, marks the 25th anniversary of this event on Grand Island.
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Fri, Apr 17th 2026 07:00 am
A varsity baseball coach at Grand Island High School celebrated his 300th career win on April 1 against Amherst. Dean Santorio marked the occasion as the Grand Island Vikings defeated Amherst, 12-0.
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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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Fri, Apr 17th 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for April 17, 2026
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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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Tue, Apr 14th 2026 08:25 pm
On Tuesday, Rochester-based First Learning, a trusted leader in high-quality early care and education, with a growing network of centers across New York, announced the acquisition of Island Kids Child Care Centers.
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Tue, Apr 14th 2026 08:25 pm
We are currently seeking input from residents to share their opinions about county services, programs, infrastructure, priorities, future projects and more through the "Envision Erie" public survey.
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Tue, Apr 14th 2026 08:25 pm
To help residents properly dispose of items from their spring cleaning, the Erie County Department of Environment and Planning is joining with partners to offer two free waste collection events in May.
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Tue, Apr 14th 2026 08:25 pm
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz was joined Tuesday by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield President Jessica Cox and Erie County Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Gale Burstein to recognize Highmark BCBS as the first local employer to earn the "HEARTSafe Workplace" designation.
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Fri, Apr 10th 2026 07:00 am
The Island Dispatch is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Easter coloring contest:
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Fri, Apr 10th 2026 07:00 am
The wind was no deterrent for Island families wishing to participate in the Town of Grand Island's annual Easter egg hunt, held April 3.
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