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Q&A with Grand Island supervisor candidate Michael Madigan
Fri, Aug 4th 2023 08:45 am
Island Dispatch Senior Contributing Writer Karen Carr Keefe last week posed the same set of questions to the two candidates for Grand Island town supervisor: Peter Marston, running on the Conservative line; and Michael Madigan, running on the Republican line. Both candidates currently serve as councilmembers on the Town Board.
Reading garden planned for Grand Island Memorial Library
Sat, Jul 29th 2023 07:00 am
The Grand Island Memorial Library is planning to add a reading garden to the grassy area next to the building that faces the parking lot. The library will be called the Richard Earne Memorial Reading Garden, as a tribute to the late Richard Earne, who was a member of the Grand Island Rotary Club, as well as a member of the library board of trustees. He died on Sept. 18, 2022.
North Tonawanda Corn Fest to highlight City Market farmers
Fri, Jul 28th 2023 11:00 am
Niagara County farmers are proud of the exceptional taste of Niagara County corn, and their produce is eagerly awaited each year at the North Tonawanda City Market at 365 Payne Ave.
Town of Niagara investigating pumping brakes on large vehicle parking on private property
Fri, Jul 28th 2023 11:00 am
Town of Niagara officials are taking a look at how to curb large vehicular obstructions throughout the town.
Lewiston Town Board puts short-term rentals on hold, approves open-ended moratorium
Fri, Jul 28th 2023 11:00 am
The Lewiston Town Board took steps Monday to get a handle on short-term rentals. While other communities continue to debate the "What to do?" question, Lewiston approved an open-ended moratorium that effectively puts the matter on hold until all questions concerning zoning codes and permitted uses are reviewed in detail.
A new era in law enforcement training: Officials break ground on police academy complex at NCCC
Fri, Jul 28th 2023 09:20 am
Tuesday marked an exciting beginning for the future of local law enforcement. Amid summer rain, county and state officials gathered with visitors from the law enforcement community to break ground for the new Niagara County Law Enforcement Academy training facility at Niagara County Community College.
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for July 28, 2023
Fri, Jul 28th 2023 09:10 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for July 21, 2023
Paddles Up hits the water running
Mon, Jul 24th 2023 07:00 am
The 17th annual Paddles Up Niagara is gearing up for another good run in the Niagara River on Saturday, July 29.
Niagara County Fair opens Aug. 2 with 5 days of fun at fairgrounds
Mon, Jul 24th 2023 07:00 am
The 2023 edition of the Niagara County Fair opens Wednesday, Aug. 2, for five days of fun at the fairgrounds, 4467 Lake Ave., Lockport.
GI leads off workshop series for Family Justice Center
Sat, Jul 22nd 2023 11:00 pm
The Grand Island satellite of the Family Justice Center was chosen to lead off a Wellness and Safety Workshop this coming week, from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 25.
Residents anxious to learn status of Long Road warehouse proposal
Sat, Jul 22nd 2023 10:55 pm
Fear of overdevelopment was the hot topic as Grand Islanders took to the microphone at Monday's Town Board meeting.
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for July 21, 2023
Fri, Jul 21st 2023 09:05 pm
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for July 21, 2023
New change in leadership at Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market
Fri, Jul 21st 2023 11:00 am
The Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market will say goodbye to its founder, Jamie Symmonds, on Saturday. Having taken her idea and built it into a signature event at Academy Park, Symmonds said now is the right time to walk away - and she's confident her replacement, Rachel Jolbert, is the right person to move the merchants forward.
Sushi debuts at DiMino's Lewiston Tops
Fri, Jul 21st 2023 11:00 am
The countdown is over: Sushi has arrived at DiMino's Lewiston Tops.
Niagara's second solar array finances finalized
Fri, Jul 21st 2023 07:00 am
Town of Niagara officials now know what to expect, financially, once AC Power 15 LLC completes its solar power array in the Republic Services Allied Waste Niagara Falls Landfill at 5600 Niagara Falls Blvd.
Project Connect Niagara offers 40-plus services to community
Fri, Jul 21st 2023 07:00 am
A one-day, one-stop event in Niagara Falls next week will bring more than 40 agencies and health providers together to help area residents who are in need of services.
Sharing Niagara's history: County funding allows StoryAmerica series to expand
Fri, Jul 21st 2023 07:00 am
Last week, Niagara County Legislator Irene Myers visited with local tourism officials and historian interests from Youngstown and Ransomville to present $3,000 in county funding intended to further expand the area's historical past to outside visitors.
Q&A: Foreigner brings 'Farewell Tour' to Darien Lake
Thu, Jul 20th 2023 09:40 pm
Music fans know there's usually a time at each concert where they can take a song or two off: Go to the bathroom, get a snack, grab a cold one, check email. That routine is going to be a little trickier when Foreigner takes the Darien Lake concert stage, pairing with fellow 1980s hitmakers Loverboy.
'Thunder on the Niagara' returns to North Tonawanda's Gratwick Park
Wed, Jul 19th 2023 07:00 am
The Niagara Frontier Boat Racing Association and Hydroplane Racing League of Canada are pleased to announce this year's "Thunder on the Niagara" boat racing event will return to Gratwick Park, North Tonawanda, Aug. 5 and 6.
Village of Lewiston adopts new 'sandwich board' sign law
Tue, Jul 18th 2023 07:00 am
A new "sandwich board" sign law was adopted Monday by the Village of Lewiston Board of Trustees. The affirmative vote follows nine months of discussions amongst elected leaders seeking uniformity and safety on Center Street, and business owners looking to keep the exterior advertising they say is key to attracting walking traffic.
Team effort revitalizes Canal Fest of the Tonawandas
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.
Photos: Fairy House Festival at Artpark
Mon, Jul 17th 2023 03:30 pm
Imagination came to life Saturday, as Artpark & Company presented the annual Fairy House Festival. The event featured a drum circle, crafts, costumed characters, live music, photo opportunities, and a "secret" garden filled with fairy houses - and even more of the above!
GIHS alums bring canned cocktail brand to WNY
Sat, Jul 15th 2023 07:00 am
A partnership has been forged between a Grand Island liquor store and two alumni of Grand Island High School who are working together to introduce a canned cocktail to the Western New York area.
'Tuesday Night Summer Concert Series': Let's start the music and dance!
Sat, Jul 15th 2023 07:00 am
The Town of Grand Island Recreation Department kicked off its "Tuesday Night Summer Concert Series" without a hitch as the rain held off and a cooler breeze made for the perfect summer night of music, dance and neighborly conversation.
Grand Island Board of Education holds annual reorganization meeting
Sat, Jul 15th 2023 07:00 am
In its reorganization meeting held on July 10, the Grand Island Board of Education elected Ashli Dreher to serve as president, and Sue Marston to serve as vice president. Both are continuing their roles from the prior school year.
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for July 14, 2023
Fri, Jul 14th 2023 11:10 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for July 14, 2023
Wheatfield Town Board clears hurdle to allow cannabis sale
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.
Visitors greeted by a diversity of gardens during Island Garden Walk
Fri, Jul 14th 2023 07:00 am
A 5-year-old boy sat on rocks and poured fish food into a small koi pond on East River Road during the Grand Island Garden Walk on Sunday. As soon as the food hit the water, the fish swam excitedly to the surface.
'History makes me ready': Contino takes command of 914th
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.
Canal Fest back with a full lineup of fun
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.
Photos: Barenaked Ladies bring 'Last Summer on Earth,' Del Amitri & Five For Fighting to Artpark
Wed, Jul 12th 2023 06:45 pm
In what has become an annual tradition, the Barenaked Ladies returned to Artpark in Lewiston for a sold-out concert on Tuesday. "The Last Summer on Earth Tour" featured some of the Canadian band's biggest hits - and even more hits from opening acts Del Amitri and Five For Fighting.
Artpark lives up to billing, with poetry, family programming, children's events, new music & iconic performances
Mon, Jul 10th 2023 12:10 pm
Artpark & Company's goal, as defined, is "Where art + nature + culture fuse into unforgettable experiences." The venue "fosters a transformative world of artistic engagement that explores the human experience, cultivates creativity, and encourages curiosity. Our work is informed by a long tradition of discovery, an expectation of artistic excellence, and an awareness of the inspiration of singular natural splendor."
Elsie Martino honored for diligence, work toward DeGlopper Memorial
Sat, Jul 8th 2023 07:00 am
Elsie Martino has been the humble, dedicated volunteer secretary of the DeGlopper Memorial Expansion Committee since the fall of 2018. She has been gracious and helpful in accomplishing many tasks while being supportive of every committee member as they accomplished the amazing goal of constructing a monument in honor of Grand Island's World War II hero, U.S. Army Pvt. First-Class Charles N. DeGlopper and all town veterans.
A new mission for St. Stephen's 'Old Church'
Sat, Jul 8th 2023 07:00 am
Work is underway to transform the historic St. Stephen's "Old Church" building into its eventual role as the Grand Island cultural center.
Q&A: New songs, new set - even new award for Lauren Daigle ahead of Artpark show
Fri, Jul 7th 2023 11:00 am
It's been a minute since Artpark & Company slotted a straight-up Christian music-making solo artist into its list of concert headliners. In the summer of 2007, Rebecca St. James performed inside the Mainstage Theater to a crowd of about 1,000 people. In this, Artpark's 50th anniversary season, the Lewiston visual, cultural, educational and performing arts company welcomes the genre back - and has not only moved the venue - to the outside amphitheater - but has booked perhaps the biggest name in all of Christian music: Lauren Daigle.
Coming soon: Sue's Frame of Mind opens new location, 3 Sisters Garlic & Oils added to culinary center
Fri, Jul 7th 2023 11:00 am
Two popular River Region businesses are taking over two vacant Village of Lewiston parcels.
Veterans event brings unity to Wheatfield community
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.
Village of Lewiston holds reorganizational meeting
Fri, Jul 7th 2023 11:00 am
Trustees in the Village of Lewiston set their sights on the next fiscal year, and approved appointments, at Wednesday's special meeting.
Summerfest at Porter-on-the-Lake includes skydivers, family fun & entertainment
Fri, Jul 7th 2023 09:35 am
Summer fun is in full swing, with a whole slew of outdoor happenings going on wherever you look.
Kingdom Bound 2023: We Are Messengers find 'Where The Joy Is'
Fri, Jul 7th 2023 09:25 am
Previewing songs from We Are Messengers' next full-length album, "Where The Joy Is," Mulligan said it's "Full of bangers. Absolute bangers. I was actually listening to it before I jumped on the call with you. I was just praising the Lord ... and thumping the steering wheel! (Laughs)."
 

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