Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 02:15 pm
On May 30, the Fin, Feather, and Fur Conservation Society, Modern Disposal Services, and Niagara Metals collaborated to host a successful scrap-metal drive, raising funds for Pinnacle Community Services. A check in the amount of $2,695 was presented Tuesday at the Youngstown 3F Club.
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 09:25 am
On Sunday, July 26, the Friends of Youngstown will host its third annual celebrity bartending fundraiser at Griffon Brewing in Youngstown. Proceeds from the event will benefit the renovations of the recreation center (formerly called the "teen center") at the Red Brick building.
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Tue, Jun 30th 2026 03:20 pm
On Monday, June 29, at approximately 10:11 a.m., the Niagara County Communications Center received a report of a serious personal injury motor vehicle accident in front of 1678 Braley Road in the Town of Porter. Initial responding patrol units confirmed the crash involved a dirt bike.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 11:00 am
Despite threatening weather, the "Beginning of Summer Street Dance" in Youngstown had a great crowd come out to dance, eat, visit with each other, and shop the vendors.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 08:05 am
Though Femmes of Rock founder/string leader Nina DiGregorio was nice enough to sit down for a full interview, a preview of her July 10 Artpark concert could simply be summed up by this statement: You won't believe your ears.
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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 07:05 am
Improvement projects occupied much of the discussion at Monday's Lewiston Town Board session.
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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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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 06:00 am
The following activity occurred Monday, June 15, to Sunday, June 21, as reported by the Lewiston Police Department. LPD responded to 239 calls during this period. For more information, visit the Lewiston Police Department's mobile app or its Facebook page.
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Thu, Jun 25th 2026 09:10 pm
The Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday for Brandi's Cask + Cow, 840 Center St., Lewiston. Brandi Anello is the new owner of the restaurant.
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Wed, Jun 24th 2026 09:30 pm
The Village of Youngstown and event organizers announce the return of their free summer concert series in Falkner Park, beginning Friday, July 3. This year marks 25 years of the popular event, originally begun by late Mayor Neil C. Riordan.
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Wed, Jun 24th 2026 09:30 pm
The Kiwanis Club of Lewiston announced the recipients of its 2026 scholarships, recognizing local students who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership, and a strong commitment to community service.
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Wed, Jun 24th 2026 09:30 pm
Arts for Learning WNY announced a new partnership with Artpark & Company that will bring Arts for Learning WNY teaching artists into Artpark's established summer programming for children and families. This collaboration is made possible through support from the Niagara Area Foundation.
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Sat, Jun 20th 2026 09:40 pm
Artpark & Company hosted the U.S. Navy Band Commodores for a free concert Saturday night inside the Mainstage Theater in Lewiston. The event was sponsored by DiMino's Lewiston Tops.
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Sat, Jun 20th 2026 07:25 pm
Children of all ages frolicked into Artpark on Saturday to partake in the 16th annual Fairy House Festival, themed "Under the Sea!" They wore their best and brightest wings, made potions, had their faces painted, and enjoyed the festive collaboration of nature, art, music and dancing.
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Sat, Jun 20th 2026 07:00 pm
The Lewiston Garden Club's annual Lewiston GardenFest marked 20 years on Saturday and Sunday, with beautiful weather and large crowds along Center Street. Featured was approximately 100 vendors selling flowers, plants and garden essentials, along with open gardens, speakers and a container garden contest.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 06:40 pm
On Thursday night, "Christmas at The Starlight" leads Mario Lopez and Taylor Kalupa were joined on set by another star. ... Center Street.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 01:40 am
The Youngstown Business and Professional Association was incorporated in 1976. At that time, the YBPA president was Victor Szarejko, DDS. Originally, the purpose of YBPA was to be able to offer health insurance to various businesses in Youngstown. That job later went to the Lewiston Chamber of Commerce, but the YBPA continued on as an association serving the community.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 01:35 am
Following last weekend's Flag Day parade/community faire in Ransomville and the Plant-O-Rama gardeners extravaganza in Youngstown, next up on the events calendar is the 16th annual Beginning of Summer Street Dance and Classic Car Show, Thursday, June 25, on Main Street.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 01:30 am
The Friends of Youngstown has received funding for summer programming from the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation's Legacy Fund, held at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo. The grant will support sport sampling for three weeks in July and August, at no cost for children entering grades 2-7.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 01:20 am
The future of fishing in Niagara County depends on two important ingredients: healthy fish populations and the next generation of anglers. This month, both are receiving a boost thanks to the efforts of dedicated volunteers and community organizations throughout the region.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2026 04:25 pm
Three Lewiston-Porter senior students were each presented with a $1,000 scholarship by members of the Lewiston Service Guild at the Lewiston-Porter High School scholarship program on June 4. The scholarship recipients are Max Ljiljanich of Lewiston; and Jaden Reid and Kaitlyn Szarejko of Youngstown.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2026 08:00 am
On June 16 at 11:52 a.m., the Niagara County Sheriff's Office dispatch center received a call reporting a garage on fire.
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Tue, Jun 16th 2026 07:50 pm
Local author Timothy Henderson read from his recently published book "Isle of View," which is a collection of poems that his father, John Henderson, wrote as a young man in the 1930s and '40s.
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Mon, Jun 15th 2026 02:45 pm
St. John's Episcopal Church, overlooking the Niagara River on Main and Chestnut streets in Youngstown, will hold its annual Strawberry Fest from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 27.
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Mon, Jun 15th 2026 11:55 am
Though they would've enjoyed being in New York City to celebrate the Knicks' first NBA title in more than 50 years, Tony Danza and Mario Lopez said they were thrilled to be in Lewiston and working together on a new holiday feature for Great America Media. He's now a single father.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 08:00 am
Presented by the Lewiston Garden Club, Lewiston GardenFest is celebrating 20 years on Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days along Center Street. The 20th annual festival features approximately 100 vendors selling flowers, plants, and garden essentials, along with open gardens, speakers, a container garden contest, and more throughout the weekend.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 07:30 am
For almost nine years, Cask + Cow has been serving some of Western New York's best burgers - and some unique sandwich combinations found only in Lewiston. The seasoned staff has learned the ropes and catered to those looking for a meal, bar crowds and small gatherings in the banquet room.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 07:30 am
Though Michael Hibbard's two Center Street restaurants are for sale, he does not intend to close either Lewiston eatery.
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Thu, Jun 11th 2026 09:15 pm
The 10 Mile Garage Sale was technically a lot longer this year, as the event moved to include the Town of Niagara. This annual home-shopping spree also expanded to four days last weekend, with the addition of Thursday due to popular demand.
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Thu, Jun 11th 2026 10:45 am
Hibbard's Original Frozen Custard has teamed up with Artpark & Company to offer a new hometown favorite sweet treat: "Artpark Buttered Popcorn." The innovative custard pairs a vanilla base with popcorn flavoring to provide a one-of-a-kind dessert.
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Thu, Jun 11th 2026 09:50 am
Lewiston Council on the Arts celebrated the launch of its newest collaboration, "Afternoons at Barton Hill," a series of intimate concerts presented in an unforgettable setting. The inaugural performances featured jazz vocalist Alex McArthur with pianist Lisa Hasselback, baritone Dominic Townsend, soprano Mia Sorgi, and pianist Eunjoo Jeon.
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Thu, Jun 11th 2026 08:30 am
The Lewiston Democrat Party ad on Page 24 of the June 12 edition of the Niagara County Tribune/Sentinel • Dispatch does not note that it was paid for by the Lewiston Democratic Committee. It was inadvertently omitted. We apologize and regret this error.
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Wed, Jun 10th 2026 08:40 am
Notice to interested voters in Niagara County from the election commissioners regarding the June 23 primary election:
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Fri, Jun 5th 2026 07:00 am
The Youngstown Garden Club presents its fourth annual "Plant-O-Rama" from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, June 13, at The Youngstown Village Center, 240 Lockport St.
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Fri, Jun 5th 2026 07:00 am
The final installment for the 2025-26 concert series at Youngstown Presbyterian Church will be a performance by the Buffalo Silver Band at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 13, in the courtyard of Youngstown Presbyterian, 100 Church St. The theme is "Beatles and Beyond and God Bless America."
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Wed, Jun 3rd 2026 08:35 pm
Niagara County Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti announced law enforcement agencies across Niagara County will participate in the STOP-DWI "100 Days of Summer" high-visibility engagement campaign throughout the months of June, July and August. The initiative is part of a statewide effort to enhance traffic safety, reduce impaired driving, and increase public awareness during the busy summer travel season.
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Fri, May 29th 2026 07:00 am
The family of Dr. Robert L. Bull Jr. is sad to share the news of his passing on May 23, 2026, after a valiant battle with cancer.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 05:50 pm
The Niagara Falls Country Club proudly announces the celebration of its 125th anniversary, marking more than a century of rich history, exceptional golf, and a strong commitment to community.
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