Fri, May 15th 2026 10:50 am
The Solar-Powered Buffalo Heritage Carousel will officially open for its fifth summer season Friday, May 22, for Memorial Day weekend, welcoming families and visitors back to Canalside with special holiday weekend promotions and extended summer hours.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 10:00 am
The NFL on Thursday announced its 18-week, 272-game regular-season schedule for 2026, which kicks off on Wednesday night, Sept. 9, in Seattle and concludes with 16 division games in Week 18 - three on Saturday, Jan. 9, and 13 on Sunday, Jan. 10.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 08:05 am
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines smelt as a small, bony fish that closely resembles a trout in general structure; lives along coasts and ascends rivers to spawn; with a delicate oily flesh and a distinctive odor and taste. Here in Lewiston, smelt means the start of summer festival season.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 08:05 am
Smelt Festival is a time to celebrate local fishing - and there are more opportunities these days thanks to the efforts of local anglers and charter captains.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 08:00 am
The Grand Island Board on Monday voted to pause the town's contract to build a splash pad in Veterans Park, due to concerns over a lack of funding.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 08:00 am
A chocolate Labrador named Cocoa has found a second chapter in life after being adopted by Town of Niagara Police Clerk Miranda McQuillan. Cocoa will serve as a therapy dog for the police department.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:05 am
What are you doing the weekend of Thursday, June 4, through Sunday, June 7? If you're interested in finding great deals on items you won't find anywhere else - in the world! - then we've got something special for you: The 34th annual 10 Mile Garage Sale.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
Since September of 2023, I have had the honor and privilege of serving the village in my capacity as deputy mayor and budget officer. During this time, my primary objectives have been to "do more with less," a novel idea in today's politics, and "fix what was broken."
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
I am Catherine Stella, and I am running for reelection as your village trustee. I've been a resident of the Village of Youngstown for 30 years and raised my family here. My children attended Lewiston-Porter Schools, and it has always been my belief that serving the community is an honor and a privilege.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
My name is Rob Reisman. I have served our community for the past six years as a trustee and village mayor. I desire to continue serving our community, drive continued change to improve infrastructure, and support initiatives that sustain Youngstown as a village into the future.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
On May 9, a group of adults and young people gathered together to sort donated food at the Grand Island Cultural Center.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
On Monday evening, the Town of Porter recognized the late Brad Hardison, of Hardison Funeral Homes in Ransomville, for his many contributions over the years to the town and community.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
Town commons tree trunks boasted new purple ribbons on May 9.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
The Grand Island High School Class of 1976 is planning its 50th reunion for July 1-5 at various locations on Grand Island.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
A Lewiston-Porter High School senior recently became the first student representative on the district's board of education.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
I am running for the Grand Island School Board because I believe that it needs fresh perspectives. I have been an observer of the board for 48 years. While the names and faces have changed, the process just rolls forward: The waste of taxpayer money continues; dismissing concerns and complaints of parents continues. Nothing ever changes. I would like to help change this.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
Improvement needs at town parks, properties and roadways were among the discussion items at Monday's Lewiston Town Board session.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
The following Grand Island response activity occurred Saturday, May 2, to Friday, May 8, according to the Erie County Sheriff's Office. ECSO deputies handled a total of 2,128 complaints among its county districts of 15 municipalities, including Grand Island, for the week of this report.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 07:00 am
With heavy hearts, we announce that Sherrie A. (Mitchell) Wendling was welcomed into heaven on April 18, 2026.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for May 15, 2026
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Thu, May 14th 2026 04:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 15 New York state landmarks will be illuminated orange this evening, Thursday, May 14, to honor the lives lost and those impacted by the racially motivated mass shooting that occurred May 14, 2022, at the Tops on Jefferson Avenue in Buffalo's east side.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 04:15 pm
Motherhood can feel isolating, especially when most local event roundups revolve around entertaining your kids. But across Western New York this May and June, there are actually plenty of opportunities for moms to step away from the mental load for a few hours, meet other women, tap back into creativity, and feel like themselves again.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:40 am
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens announced its "Butterfly Experience" will return beginning this weekend and continuing from May 16 to July 19. Hundreds of live butterflies will take flight in the tropical orchard greenhouse.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:40 am
Buffalo Music Hall of Fame inductee and Las Vegas headliner Clint Holmes (Class of 2000) will return to his hometown for a special 80th birthday celebration and performance at the West Herr Riviera Theatre, honoring a remarkable career that has spanned decades in music, television and live entertainment.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:35 am
The Niagara Falls Community Lions Club proudly hosted the 2026 5th Grade Citizenship Awards Dinner, recognizing 23 outstanding students from eight elementary schools in the City of Niagara Falls and surrounding communities.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:25 am
As graduation season approaches, Wegmans Food Markets is giving customers even more reason to celebrate. Every product in its in‑store bakeries now meets the Wegmans "Food You Feel Good About" (FYFGA) standard - meaning all bakery items are made without artificial colors, dyes, flavors or unnecessary preservatives.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:25 am
Two staff members from the Niagara County Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (NCDMH) had the honor to present at the National Council for Mental Wellbeing Annual Conference, held in Denver at the end of April. NCDMH Deputy Director Myrla Gibbons-Doxey and Community Coalition Coordinator Connie Desmarais presented, "The Power of We: Inspiring Partnerships in a Rural System of Care."
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:20 am
Western New York's first Urban Planet, a fashion brand featuring clothing and accessories that appeal to young men and women, is officially opening at Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA (1900 Military Road) on Friday, May 22.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:20 am
As the weather warms and the days grow longer, motorcycle season is once again underway across Erie County. With thousands of riders preparing to get back on the road, now is the perfect time to remind everyone that motorcycle safety is a shared responsibility.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:15 am
The City of North Tonawanda is proud to announce the launch of a new "Sidewalk 50/50" cost-sharing program aimed at helping homeowners replace deteriorated sidewalks while improving neighborhood safety, accessibility, and overall community appearance.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:05 am
New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez announced construction has begun on an $8.7 million project to resurface the LaSalle Expressway (state Route 951A) and a section of Interstate 190 in Niagara Falls.
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Wed, May 13th 2026 09:45 am
On Wednesday, the Niagara County Center for Economic Development launched the inaugural Niagara County Corporate Fishing Challenge, a new initiative focused on engaging business professionals, showcasing the region's world-class fishing opportunities, and supporting a local charitable organization.
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Wed, May 13th 2026 08:45 am
Artpark & Company announces legendary performer Sir Roger Daltrey will bring his "A Great Night Out" tour to the Artpark Mainstage Theater in Lewiston at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17.
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Tue, May 12th 2026 01:40 pm
This Memorial Day weekend, Old Fort Niagara will highlight 300 years of military history with special exhibits and programs tracing military life from the 17th century through modern times.
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Tue, May 12th 2026 01:35 pm
Niagara University and Rich Products announced that they have expanded their shared commitment to global education through the launch of the Rich Products scholar program in partnership with Foreign Trade University (FTU), one of Vietnam's premier academic institutions.
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Tue, May 12th 2026 01:35 pm
On Friday morning, 415 people laced up their gym shoes and took to the stairs of Sahlen Field for the American Lung Association's annual "Fight For Air Climb Buffalo."
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Tue, May 12th 2026 01:30 pm
On Friday, Congressman Nick Langworthy joined with leaders from Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, pediatric cancer advocates, and local families to celebrate the enactment of the Give Kids a Chance Act, bipartisan legislation signed into law earlier this year as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026.
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Tue, May 12th 2026 01:30 pm
As spring brings rain and melting snow to the Great Lakes region, communities along Lake Ontario are once again navigating the challenges of rising water levels. During these high-water events, local municipalities, county emergency responders and state agencies are always the first line of defense, working tirelessly to protect neighborhoods and critical infrastructure.
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Tue, May 12th 2026 01:30 pm
Despite median household incomes increasing in every county from 2019-24, they did not keep pace with the cost of living when adjusting for the 23.1% inflation during that time period, according to a report by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.
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Tue, May 12th 2026 12:55 pm
The Niagara County Department of Public Works announced Ewings Road, between McKee Road and Route 78 (Lockport-Olcott Road), will close Monday, May 18, for work on the bridge over 18 Mile Creek. Detour signs will be posted directing motorists to use McKee, West Creek, Ide and Lockport-Olcott roads. The road is expected to reopen in mid-August.
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