Fri, Jun 26th 2026 07:00 am
Quinn Miller started collecting cans and bottles when he was 9 years old. As a Niagara County Tribune-Sentinel carrier, he would ask clients every week to leave cans and bottles outside of their homes for him to collect. It took him a year to gather the funds to donate his first check to Care-n-Share, a River Region nonprofit organization supported by Inter-Community Services
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 06:00 am
As I conclude my second term as mayor, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude to the many people who have supported me throughout this incredible journey.
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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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Tue, Jun 23rd 2026 05:40 pm
Visit Buffalo is preparing to welcome guests to the City of Buffalo this weekend for the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft, happening Friday and Saturday at KeyBank Center.
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2026 09:50 pm
New York Attorney General Letitia James has released guidance to help New Yorkers understand their health insurance options and avoid scams as major changes to New York's Essential Plan take effect.
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2026 10:05 am
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.93, down 14 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.22. The New York state average is $4.23, down 13 cents from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.21.
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2026 10:05 am
After a long winter, Western and Central New Yorkers are welcoming summer. Unfortunately, every year in the U.S., there are an estimated 4,500 unintentional drownings, according to the Centers for Disease Control, which reports 4,500 deaths due to drowning each year from 2020-22, 500 more per year compared to 2019.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 06:15 am
The Niagara Active Hose Fire Co. has put an order in for a brand-new ladder truck that will be capable of reaching all five stories of the Amazon Robotics Fulfillment Center on Lockport Road, thanks to a $2 million grant from Gov. Kathy Hochul's office.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2026 04:30 pm
Thirty-seven entrepreneurs are now equipped to elevate their businesses after completing the "M&T Bank Emerging Entrepreneurs" program, presented by the University at Buffalo School of Management's Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership (CEL).
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Thu, Jun 18th 2026 04:30 pm
The City of Niagara Falls has announced this year's details for "Food Truck Thursdays," hosted at the Niagara Falls Train Station, 825 Depot Ave W. From 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. (rain or shine) every Thursday from June 25 until Aug. 27, residents and visitors can enjoy live entertainment and local food vendors. Free parking will be available.
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Mon, Jun 15th 2026 02:25 pm
The City of Buffalo Animal Shelter is urgently calling on the community to help as the shelter faces a critical capacity crisis. With no open dog kennels available, some new arrivals are now being housed in temporary overflow crates. The shelter currently has 48 adoptable dogs and 20 adoptable cats waiting for homes, with additional animals expected to become available for adoption in the coming days.
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Mon, Jun 15th 2026 01:45 pm
The Niagara County Department of Employment and Training will hold an outdoor career fair this Wednesday, June 17, at Oppenheim Park for those seeking employment. More than 80 companies with open positions are now confirmed to take part.
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Mon, Jun 15th 2026 01:45 pm
POP Biotechnologies Inc. (POP BIO), a University at Buffalo (UB) spinout developing vaccines and therapeutics, will receive up to $9.7 million from the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) to advance a vaccine candidate for H5N1 avian influenza and test its rapid-response vaccine platform.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 07:05 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that Niagara Falls Boulevard (U.S. Route 62) northbound, in front of Delta Sonic Car Wash, in the City of Niagara Falls, will be reduced to a single lane with traffic shifted to the center turn lane for approximately two weeks.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 07:05 pm
YMCA Buffalo Niagara is offering 1,500 free swim classes to kids throughout Western New York, thanks to a new grant from the statewide NY SWIMS initiative. Through this effort, the Y is providing free swim lessons and water safety education to Western New York children, regardless of their family's ability to pay.
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Thu, Jun 11th 2026 02:55 pm
The Niagara County Youth Bureau is sponsoring the summer food service program (SFSP) again in 2026 and is pleased to announce the open program site locations. Free meals will be served weekdays at the following sites in Niagara County, except for the holiday for Friday, July 4:
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Thu, Jun 11th 2026 10:40 am
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and Erie County Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs (ECFSC) will conduct two free, family-friendly "Teach-Me-To-Fish" events. Visitors of all ages are invited to participate in these family-friendly events to explore the sport of fishing through interactive hands-on instruction provided by DEC and ECFSC.
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Thu, Jun 11th 2026 10:35 am
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Tue, Jun 9th 2026 01:35 pm
The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) recently announced $6.1 million was awarded to six projects that will rehabilitate and preserve 56 units, consisting of 184 beds, of emergency, transitional and permanent supportive housing in Albany, Niagara and Suffolk counties for individuals and families who have experienced homelessness.
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Fri, Jun 5th 2026 02:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a proclamation designating June as Gun Violence Awareness Month in New York. The monthlong observance honors victims and survivors of gun violence, supports families and communities impacted by violence, and highlights the ongoing work of law enforcement agencies, community-based organizations and violence prevention professionals working to make New York safer.
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Wed, Jun 3rd 2026 08:35 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has invested $2.23 million in next‑generation cardiac and patient monitoring technology from Spacelabs Healthcare, making NFMMC the only hospital in the region with this level of enterprisewide monitoring capability.
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Tue, Jun 2nd 2026 07:20 pm
Wild Kritters of Niagara County will host its 21st annual basket raffle fundraiser from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 14, at the 3F Conservation Club, 904 Swann Road, Youngstown.
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Tue, Jun 2nd 2026 07:10 pm
For more than a century, Catholic Charities of Buffalo has stood beside our neighbors in their most difficult moments - offering not just assistance, but dignity, stability and hope. Every day, Catholic Charities is often the first place people across Western New York turn to when they are facing hunger, mental health struggles, family crises, addiction, isolation, or the uncertainty of tomorrow.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2026 04:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the launch of the Regional Economic Development Council initiative.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2026 04:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a proclamation designating June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the Empire State.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2026 01:05 pm
The Niagara Falls Convention Center (NFCC), managed by Destination Niagara USA, announces the addition of Sarah Bubar as sales manager.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 05:25 pm
YMCA Buffalo Niagara announced Michael Farris Jr. was named the association's next president and CEO.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 05:25 pm
Speaker Carl Heastie and energy committee Chair Didi Barrett announced the state fiscal year (SFY) 2026-27 enacted budget includes funding to provide relief to families struggling with rising utility rates through "Protecting Our Wallets Energy Rebate (POWER) Checks."
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Thu, May 28th 2026 05:20 pm
United Way of Greater Niagara (UWGN) announces the appointment of North Tonawanda Mayor Austin Tylec as the new chairman of the board of directors, and Denise Abbott as the new vice chair - ushering in a new phase of leadership as the organization continues its mission to strengthen youth development across the greater Niagara Region.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 08:55 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced reforms to bring down costs of auto insurance rates and tackle fraudulent claims across New York as part of her FY27 enacted budget.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 08:55 am
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Wed, May 27th 2026 09:05 am
Three hundred years ago in June, French soldiers and tradesmen landed at the mouth of the Niagara River to establish Fort Niagara. Their mission was to construct a massive stone fortification disguised as a house. This building, known today as the French Castle, is the oldest structure in the Great Lakes Basin.
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Tue, May 26th 2026 09:15 pm
In Buffalo and Erie County, we are fortunate to have great cultural, educational and recreational institutions. As we approach the end of the school year, I would like to take the opportunity to highlight ways for families to take advantage of these spaces during the summer months.
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Tue, May 26th 2026 09:00 pm
The Town of Porter 3F Conservation Club and Modern Disposal Services are partnering for a scrap metal drive to collect aluminum and all scrap metals for recycling. Clean out your garage, shed or workshop. All proceeds will be donated to Pinnacle Community Services to help prevent domestic violence. Help make a difference.
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Tue, May 26th 2026 08:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the application for the Excelsior Scholarship for new applicants for the 2026-27 academic year is now open.
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
Niagara County 2nd District Legislator Michael Casale presented Artpark & Company President Dave Wedekindt with a check for $81,880 on Monday outside of the Lewiston performing and visual arts venue.
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
As grills get ready to fire up across the country ahead of Memorial Day celebrations, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY) is reminding New Yorkers of standard grill safety guidelines to prevent accidents and serious injuries.
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Thu, May 21st 2026 03:25 pm
When someone experiences a cardiac arrest, heart attack or stroke, fast, coordinated care can make the difference between life and death. Yet as mobile technologies - from telehealth platforms to mobile stroke units - rapidly transform emergency response, critical gaps in systems of care can arise, leaving lives in the balance.
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Thu, May 21st 2026 12:50 pm
The Niagara Falls Community Lions Club is providing free pop-up eye clinics this spring.
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Wed, May 20th 2026 09:10 pm
In school district elections Tuesday, voters overall approved their respective budgets for the 2026-27 school year, with only five districts - including Grand Island - reporting budget defeats.
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