Tue, May 27th 2025 10:25 am
In honor of Memorial Day, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced key enhancements to the New York State Veterans Tuition Award that expand access to college financial aid for more veterans. This expansion now allows veterans who served at least four years on active-duty to qualify for full-tuition awards, even if they did not serve in combat or a specific combat theater.
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Mon, May 26th 2025 05:45 pm
The Village and Town of Lewiston joined forces with Veterans of Foreign Wars Downriver Post 7487 on Monday to salute those River Region residents who have served in defense of this country.
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Sat, May 24th 2025 10:55 am
Looking for a calendar of Artpark concerts, BPO events, festivals and other fun events? We've got you covered!
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Fri, May 23rd 2025 09:25 pm
Smelt Fest ushered in the season on Friday. Unfortunately, that season was winter.
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Fri, May 23rd 2025 03:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced increased New York State Police and local law enforcement patrols to combat drunk, impaired and reckless driving as Memorial Day celebrations get underway.
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Fri, May 23rd 2025 01:55 pm
As the Buffalo Bills were making a run for a Super Bowl championship late last season, another team was in town looking to claim a television title.
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Fri, May 23rd 2025 11:00 am
Steven Page will perform Friday, June 6, on the Alphonso I. DiMino Memorial Band Shell. He will be joined by Steven Page Trio bandmates Craig Northey (guitar, vocals) and Kevin Fox (cello, vocals).
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Fri, May 23rd 2025 11:00 am
A revised version of the Town of Grand Island's zoning code amendment regarding allowable uses in the commercial districts will be the subject of a public hearing at 8 p.m. Monday, June 2.
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Fri, May 23rd 2025 11:00 am
Some of the Town of Niagara's infrastructure and properties are slated toward improvement and development, following action at the Town Board's regular business meeting Tuesday.
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Fri, May 23rd 2025 10:55 am
The wind blew and the rain fell on the afternoon and evening of May 17 at Town Commons, but Grand Island's 24th annual Relay For Life went on. This year's theme was the football-inspired, "Tackle Cancer."
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Fri, May 23rd 2025 10:30 am
For the next few weeks, the Buffalo Bills will be playing in Hallmark Stadium.
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Fri, May 23rd 2025 10:25 am
The Village of Lewiston recognized outgoing Lewiston Police Department Chief Frank Previte and thanked him for three decades of keeping the public safe.
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Fri, May 23rd 2025 10:20 am
Fichte, Endl & Elmer has set its sights on offering eyewear selections that are unique and wide-ranging. It has a vast array of eyewear, sunglasses and frames, with "styles for everyone and every budget."
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Fri, May 23rd 2025 07:00 am
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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Thu, May 22nd 2025 11:30 pm
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for May 23, 2025
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:45 pm
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is gearing up for a summer of musical memories.
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:40 pm
The Village of Youngstown presents "Falkner Park Fridays," with live music from 6:30-8:30 p.m. July 4 through Aug. 22.
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:40 pm
The Town of Niagara Has announced its concert schedule for "Music Mania Mondays." Events are held each Monday night at Veteran's Memorial Community Park, 7000 Lockport Road.
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:40 pm
Destination Niagara USA and its downtown Niagara Falls partners announced plans are in place for the upcoming summer season.
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:30 pm
Representatives of Gateway Harbor Concerts announced the lineup for this year's Wednesday Night Canal Concert Series at a press conference May 16 in North Tonawanda. Shows are scheduled to run from June 18 through Aug. 27. The roster of bands was detailed at North Tonawanda Gateway Harbor.
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced more than $50 million has been awarded to 50 projects through the state's Restore New York Communities Initiative.
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:10 pm
Tops Friendly Markets has partnered with DoorDash, a leading global platform for local commerce, to launch on-demand grocery delivery across all 145 stores in New York, Pennsylvania and Vermont.
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:05 pm
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is reminding New Yorkers of basic safety tips ahead of Memorial Day weekend. As the warm weather approaches, summer safety tips are guides for enjoying, working and living during the summer without compromising safety.
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:05 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation reminds recreationists to "Clean. Drain. Dry." boats, trailers, fishing gear, and other equipment before launching in New York's waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS).
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:05 pm
Wings of Hope, a community remembrance event, will take place Saturday, June 21, on the Niagara Hospice campus located at 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport.
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:05 pm
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 05:15 pm
Due to inclement weather, the Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce announced Thursday it's moving the Lewiston Smelt Festival back to the foot of the Griffon Brewery & Gastropub on South Water Street. The event will still begin at 6 p.m. Friday.
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 09:00 am
The following activity occurred Friday, May 2, to Thursday, May 8, as reported by the Lewiston Police Department. LPD responded to more than 375 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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Wed, May 21st 2025 07:20 pm
Niagara County voters spoke their minds on the future Tuesday, with school budget referendums approved and school board candidates elected.
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Wed, May 21st 2025 07:15 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Acting Commissioner Amanda Lefton reminds New Yorkers that turtles are nesting in May and June and encouraged motorists to "Give Turtles a Brake."
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Wed, May 21st 2025 07:15 pm
The Niagara Pioneer Renegades under 15 boys soccer team advanced to the New York State West Soccer Association State Cup semifinals in Cortland. The Renegades will play Syracuse Development Academy in the State Cup semifinal on May 31.
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Wed, May 21st 2025 07:15 pm
The New York Power Authority has received a top ranking on Forbes Magazine's list of America's Best Employers for New Grads 2025. NYPA earned a ranking as the third-best place to work out of 500 companies, behind Microsoft and Google. NYPA also earned the No. 30 spot on Forbes' list of America's Best Midsize Employers earlier this year.
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Wed, May 21st 2025 07:10 pm
In celebration of National Small Business Month, Empire State Development announced new and continuing initiatives to drive small business growth and advance economic equity across New York state.
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Wed, May 21st 2025 07:10 pm
Mental health is an essential part of the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, the Erie County Department of Mental Health, Erie County Department of Health and Crisis Services are calling on the community to unite in support of mental health, reminding residents: "We Are All in This Together."
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Wed, May 21st 2025 07:10 pm
In a surprise moment that brought both judges and fans to their feet, Kelly Hansen, longtime lead vocalist of legendary rock band Foreigner, announced he's stepping down live during a special appearance on NBC's "The Voice."
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Wed, May 21st 2025 07:05 pm
AAA projects 39.4 million people will take road trips at least 50 miles or more from home this Memorial Day weekend - that's 1.2 million more drivers out on the roads than last year's holiday weekend, which also marks the beginning of the "100 Deadliest Days" for teen drivers.
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Wed, May 21st 2025 03:15 pm
HBO and NFL Films reteam to present two upcoming editions of the groundbreaking series, "Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Buffalo Bills" debuting Tuesday, Aug. 5 (9 p.m. ET/PT), on HBO, with new episodes of the five-part series premiering on subsequent Tuesdays through Sept. 2; and "Hard Knocks: In Season with the NFC East" debuting this December. Both series will be available to stream on HBO Max.
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Wed, May 21st 2025 08:45 am
On May 20, voters in the Grand Island Central School District cast their ballots in favor of approving the 2025-26 budget by the vote of 558 in favor and 387 opposed. The budget for the school district's new fiscal year is $79,321,145. Proposition 2, which provides for the purchase of vehicles, passed by the vote of 573 in favor and 370 opposed.
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Wed, May 21st 2025 08:35 am
Shake Shack officially opens in Western New York today, at 1531 Niagara Falls Blvd., Suite 300, Amherst (next to Starbucks in the T.J. Maxx plaza).
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Wed, May 21st 2025 08:30 am
After years of struggle and perseverance, the Niagara Arts & Cultural Center has reached an important new milestone in its restoration and adaptive reuse of the former Niagara Falls High School with the completion of six ADA-compliant toilet rooms on the three floors of the main building.
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