Fri, Oct 31st 2025 07:00 am
Grand Island's history and natural beauty were the themes that local artists focused on when decorating two traffic boxes in the center of town.
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Fri, Oct 31st 2025 07:00 am
There was considerable support voiced for a Grand Island community center during an information meeting Monday night at the Golden Age Center.
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Fri, Oct 31st 2025 07:00 am
Joe Gnacinski is a standout employee at John's Pizza & Subs, 2131 Grand Island Blvd. - and, he has been working there for 25 years. It's a milestone he and his employers are proud of.
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Fri, Oct 31st 2025 07:00 am
The Town of Porter presented its 2026 preliminary budget of $6,664,168 on Oct. 28, with plans for final review expected toward adoption at the Town Board's meeting set for 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, in Town Hall.
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Fri, Oct 31st 2025 07:00 am
With the November elections and budget filing deadlines approaching, Lewiston's October Town Board session Monday was rather light on agenda items.
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Fri, Oct 31st 2025 06:55 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for Oct. 31, 2025
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 07:55 pm
The following activity occurred Monday, Sept. 29, to Sunday, Oct. 12, as reported by the Lewiston Police Department. LPD responded to more than 300 calls during this period. For more information on arrests and other activity, visit the Lewiston Police Department's mobile app or its page on Facebook.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 07:35 pm
Grand Islanders have nine elective offices and two proposals on the ballot for Election Day, this Tuesday, Nov. 4.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 07:20 pm
"Wicked" returns to Shea's Buffalo Theatre for 24 spellbinding performances, running Nov. 12-30, including a special performance schedule over Thanksgiving week. Part of the Five Star Bank 2025-2026 Broadway Season, tickets are flying fast, but there is still time to grab great seats.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 07:20 pm
The New York Power Authority today issued its first solicitations as part of a new initiative to develop 1 gigawatt (GW) of advanced nuclear energy.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 07:20 pm
Niagara Gospel Mission stepped up this week to support local airmen and their families affected by the ongoing government shutdown.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 07:20 pm
In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns announced that Old County Hall will be illuminated green from Nov. 4-11 as part of "Operation Green Light for Veterans," a nationwide initiative to honor and support military veterans.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 07:20 pm
In response to the recent pause in SNAP benefits, Tops Friendly Markets is launching its 21st annual "Food 2 Families" campaign earlier than usual to help ensure that no one in the community goes hungry. The campaign, dedicated to assisting neighbors facing food insecurity, will provide critical support to FeedMore WNY and surrounding food pantries throughout the region during a time of increased need.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 07:20 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton reminds New Yorkers to hunt safely this season. She encourages all outdoor enthusiasts to respectfully share the woods and follow safety precautions.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today directed that flags on all state government buildings be flown at half-staff in honor of retired New York State Police Zone Sgt. Steven W. Greene, who passed away Oct. 24 from an illness stemming from his assignment in and around the World Trade Center site following the 9/11 terrorist attack. Flags will be flown at half-staff on Friday, Oct. 31, from sunrise to sunset.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
Thanks to a $23,000 grant provided by the New York State Department of Labor, People Inc. will train more than 60 direct support professionals (DSPs) on solutions-focused strategies and trauma-informed care.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
In response to the growing need for food support in the community, and to assist families and individuals facing food insecurity, City of North Tonawanda Mayor Austin Tylec's office is partnering with Lumber City Church to host a community food assistance event.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
The Kenan Quilters Guild will present the biennial Kenan Quilt Show, Nov. 7-9 at the Kenan Center Arena, for a weekend celebrating handcrafted quilts and the artistry behind them.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
With daylight saving time ending at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 2, Americans will "fall back" and set their clocks back one hour to standard time. While many motorists will enjoy an extra hour of sleep, they need to be aware of the time change and potential distractions to their normal routine. There are added dangers that can come with a time change, especially behind the wheel.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
Double Up Food Bucks NY (DUFBNY), the statewide nutrition incentive program that provides a free and automatic dollar-for-dollar match on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) purchases of fresh fruits and vegetables, will remain available for SNAP shoppers at all participating DUFBNY locations throughout November, even if SNAP benefits are temporarily unavailable.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
Bishop Michael W. Fisher has returned from a weeklong visit to the Vatican, where he met with his holiness Pope Leo XIV and several dicasteries (administrative offices) of the Holy See to detail the progress of bringing together diocesan parishes, known as the "Road to Renewal," as well as emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, among other topics.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month and a time to raise awareness about the specialized, expert care Niagara Hospice provides in Niagara County. The nonprofit organization has provided hospice care to over 30,000 individuals and their families since 1988. In recognizing the month, the nonprofit organization is happy to announce plans for its longest-running fundraiser, "Cocktails & Cash."
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens and the Niagara Frontier Orchid Society will host their popular biannual orchid show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9. The show will feature hundreds of exotic and award-winning orchids, expert orchid growers and sellers, and other orchid vendors.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
Heading into Halloween weekend, Maid of the Mist will swap out its iconic blue ponchos for orange Halloween ponchos, continuing a tradition that began years ago. The unique pumpkin ponchos will be available beginning Friday, Oct. 31, and will be handed out while supplies last. Ponchos are included with the purchase of a ticket.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 05:10 pm
Legendary rock band O.A.R. has announced the "O.A.R. Three Decades Tour," an expansive run across North America, will play the Artpark Amphitheater in Lewiston at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, with special guests Gavin DeGraw and KT Tunstall.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 07:00 am
What makes a hero? What do we value? Mythical stories have captivated us for centuries - shaping art, culture, and the music we continue to celebrate today.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:50 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday urged New Yorkers to prepare for a storm system forecast to bring widespread rain and gusty winds now into Friday for parts of the Southern Tier, Western New York, Mid-Hudson, New York City and Long Island regions.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:50 am
Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced Wednesday that two teenagers were convicted for their involvement in a shooting that resulted in the death of a 3-year-old boy and injured his sister last summer.
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Tue, Oct 28th 2025 07:55 pm
The first "Return the Love" clothing drive is happening from 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, at Buffalo RiverWorks, to benefit Response to Love Center. The event is in partnership between Sweet Buffalo, Totally Buffalo, Alexis Jones, SnapBack Returns and Estelle Esthetics, four woman-owned businesses that wanted to make a difference in their communities and bring new warm clothes to those in need this winter.
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Tue, Oct 28th 2025 02:45 pm
On Oct. 27, at approximately 9:48 p.m., Niagara Falls police responded to investigate a crash spanning from the 5300 block to the 5600 block of Buffalo Avenue. The crash involved a 2012 Yamaha Sports Bike and an electric bicycle.
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Tue, Oct 28th 2025 02:20 pm
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection and the address confidentiality program are reminding domestic violence survivors and victims about the resources available in this state to protect New Yorkers and end the cycle of violence at home.
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Tue, Oct 28th 2025 02:20 pm
The French were the first Europeans to explore the Niagara Region - and Old Fort Niagara highlights this early history with two days of living history programs and demonstrations. On Friday, Nov. 7, the fort will welcome over 500 French and social studies students for a day of educational programs.
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Tue, Oct 28th 2025 11:40 am
Erie County residents are invited to give their pumpkins a second life this fall! Eleven locations across Erie County will be open for pumpkin collection for composting Nov. 7-9 for a fun and ecofriendly way to wrap up the Halloween season.
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Tue, Oct 28th 2025 10:40 am
Last year, 46 emergency responders never made it home, according to the Emergency Responder Safety Institute. They were police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and tow truck operators - struck while assisting others on the roadside.
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Tue, Oct 28th 2025 10:40 am
Empire State Development (ESD) announced MAHLE, a leading international development partner and supplier to the automotive industry providing components to major automotive manufacturers across North America, will undergo a $6.8 million expansion at its Niagara County facility. The project, located in Lockport, will support at least 11 new jobs and retain 226 jobs in the state-of-the-art manufacturing space.
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Mon, Oct 27th 2025 04:45 pm
Landmarks across Buffalo, including Niagara Falls, Buffalo Plaza, Buffalo City Hall, and the Peace Bridge, together with more than 1,500 buildings and landmarks around the world, will be lighting up teal on Nov. 3 to raise Alzheimer's awareness as part of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America's (AFA) "Light the World in Teal."
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Mon, Oct 27th 2025 04:40 pm
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Mon, Oct 27th 2025 03:40 pm
It's all about the TRENDING this year at "Live's" Halloween, unboxing the biggest viral moments of the year with nearly 67 costumes. So, take a seat, sever from whatever else needs to be done, and get ready to be thunderstruck by countless surprises, celebrity guest cameos and so much more. Viewers are going to love (island?) and 'Idolize' it! Plus, special guest Leslie Odom Jr. will be in the room where it happens. ...
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Mon, Oct 27th 2025 03:10 pm
This year, the sister rock duo The Band JAREN has catapulted onto the CCM music scene with a message that speaks directly to Gen Z, offering a voice to anyone trying to live for Jesus and to step out of a lukewarm faith.
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Mon, Oct 27th 2025 03:10 pm
The Lemonheads have officially unveiled their first album of all-new original material in almost two decades, "Love Chant," available everywhere via Fire Records both digitally and in a wide range of physical formats including CD, limited-edition white LP, limited-edition picture disc LP, limited-edition yellow LP, and limited-edition Rough Trade exclusive blue LP.
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