Fri, Jan 17th 2025 04:45 pm
Tops Friendly Markets is pleased to once again announce a unique opportunity for students in grades third-eighth grade to shine!
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 04:45 pm
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball announced two funding opportunities are available to support New York's county and local fairs. The state's Transportation for Youth to New York State County and Local Fairs Competitive Grants Program will provide a total of $350,000 for transportation and related costs to bring participating youth groups, who may otherwise not be able to, to their county and local fairs during the 2025 fair season.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 04:40 pm
Western District of New York United States Attorney Trini E. Ross announced Dewayne Vass, 43, of Buffalo, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge John L. Sinatra Jr. to possession with intent to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl, which carries a minimum penalty of 10 years in prison, a maximum of life, and a $10,000,000 fine.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 04:40 pm
Former Deputy Erie County Clerk Alexander McDougall was sentenced Friday to 1 1/3 to 4 years in state prison and ordered to pay full restitution after pleading guilty to stealing over $320,000 in county funds, state Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane and Erie County Sheriff John C. Garcia announced.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 01:20 pm
The new year kicks off with brand-new music from a new collective, Sons Of Sunday, as they debut the first two songs from an upcoming project set to release early this year: "God Did!" and "Runnin with Angels."
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 01:20 pm
Gotee Records recording artist Jon Reddick opens 2025 with his new single, "No Fear."
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 01:15 pm
Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced James L. Allen, 69, of Buffalo, pleaded guilty yesterday afternoon before State Supreme Court Justice Deborah A. Haendiges to one count of manslaughter in the first degree (class "B" violent felony). The defendant pleaded guilty to the charge in full satisfaction of the indictment.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 01:15 pm
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded the University at Buffalo $28.4 million over seven years to build on its extensive record of success using the power of research to improve health outcomes and address health disparities throughout Western New York.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 11:00 am
The Gallo Coal Fire Kitchen campus on Center Street in Lewiston will soon have a new culinary offering available for patrons. Owner Michael Hibbard is partnering with Jamah Destino to transform the Gallo Pronto unit into Destino's Pizzeria. Here, customers will find slices, subs, soups and salads similar to what was offered via her family's former Creek Road restaurants.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 11:00 am
The walking trail at Veterans Park was covered with snow on the morning of Jan. 11 when a group of Relay For Life volunteers took the first lap.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 11:00 am
Three school buses will be fitted with stop arm cameras as a pilot project, beginning late in March.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 10:40 am
As part of their "Thanks For Coming Tour," Rainbow Kitten Surprise will perform at the Artpark Amphitheater at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, with special guest Medium Build.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 09:50 am
The National Football League announced the Miami Dolphins will play as the designated team in the historic first-ever regular season game in Spain, as part of the 2025 International Games.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 09:50 am
As Buffalo Bills and Baltimore Ravens fans prepare for their playoff showdown, churches in both cities are channeling their team spirit into a competition that will benefit local food assistance organizations.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 09:50 am
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum will be open for play on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and is proud to offer $5 admission for all adults and children ages 1 and up on Monday, Jan. 20, thanks to BankOnBuffalo. Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets ahead of time using discount code MLKDAY at checkout.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 09:50 am
Calling all aspiring theater and musical theater students: Shea's Performing Arts Center is proud to host the first annual WNY unified college auditions and college fair.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 07:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for Jan. 17, 2025
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 07:00 am
Hank Lisowski, born on June 12, 1938, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Jan. 8, 2025. He died at Mount St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston surrounded by his family. He graciously and mercifully did not suffer.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 07:00 am
As winter settles in here on the Niagara Frontier we have two choices: Either stay indoors next to a warm fire or try to find things to embrace and enjoy what the area has to offer in the coldest part of the year.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 07:00 am
The Town of Porter set the stage for 2025 with its annual reorganizational meeting, held Jan. 2. The brief session saw a number of resolutions and routine procedural items approved.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 07:00 am
The Town of Porter announced applications for its "Hometown Heroes" banner program are now available at Town Hall and online at www.townofporter.net.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 03:00 pm
Five hundred New York National Guard soldiers and airmen are deploying to Washington, D.C., to support the 60th presidential inauguration, set for Jan. 20.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 03:00 pm
State tax receipts totaled $79.9 billion through the first three quarters of state fiscal year (SFY) 2024-25, $1.2 billion higher than estimates released in the division of the budget's (DOB) mid-year update to the enacted budget financial plan.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 03:00 pm
The Western New York Land Conservancy has permanently protected an additional 38.3 acres on Grand Island. The property will be maintained by the Land Conservancy and be known as the Jim and Edna Braddell Preserve. Funding for the purchase comes from the Greenway Ecological Standing Committee (GESC), which awarded the Land Conservancy a grant to protect the important bird habitat.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 02:30 pm
Food Network's "Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking" will have a second season, it was announced Thursday by Betsy Ayala, head of content, food, Warner Bros. Discovery.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 02:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a team of 10 Department of Environmental Conservation forest rangers is traveling to California to support ongoing efforts to contain wildfires raging in Los Angeles. The forest rangers flew out of Albany on Thursday morning for what is expected to be a two-week assignment.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 02:05 pm
As part of the office's ongoing effort to protect citizens and prevent crime, District Attorney Michael J. Keane is warning the public about a scam involving robbery and sextortion. The Erie County District Attorney's Office is actively investigating several complaints from victims who reported being robbed during an encounter with a person they believed to be an escort.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 01:40 pm
The Greater Niagara Fishing Expo is set to celebrate its 10th annual event from Feb. 13-16, at the Niagara Falls Convention Center. Renowned for its emphasis on education, this premier fishing expo will feature over 250 seminars led by local, regional and national experts, all included with the price of admission.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 01:40 pm
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA (1900 Military Road) is celebrating Lunar New Year from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24, in the food court area near The Fragrance Outlet.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 01:40 pm
BEC recording artist, author and chart-topper Tasha Layton announces her first-ever live worship album, "Worship Through It Live." The nine-track project, recorded at Hope UC in Thompson's Station, Tennessee, will release March 7. Fans who preorder here will instantly receive the Grammy-nominated song "Praise," which is also now available across all digital platforms.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 11:35 am
The Neighbors Foundation of Grand Island thanks the hundreds of individuals and organizations who contributed to our successful 2024 holiday distribution. More than 100 of your neighbor families were helped with food baskets and, where appropriate, gift cards for 154 children; 68 of our seniors were also helped in two senior apartment complexes.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 11:30 am
Girl Scouts of Western New York is proud to announce that eight of our remarkable Girl Scouts, along with one from Girl Scouts of Central Maryland, have received one of the highest honors in Girl Scouting: the Medal of Honor. These extraordinary young individuals were recognized for their bravery, quick thinking, and decisive action in a life-threatening emergency while traveling abroad in Switzerland.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 11:25 am
Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced James B. White Jr., 23, of Buffalo, pleaded guilty Wednesday afternoon before Erie County Court Judge James Bargnesi.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 11:25 am
The Niagara County Office for the Aging is seeking nominations for the 2025 Niagara County Senior Citizen of the Year. Each year, our office recognizes a senior who is an integral part of our community, giving back to and serving residents of all ages.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 09:55 am
The Lewiston Democratic Committee is looking for individuals interested in being a candidate this year for the following offices in Lewiston town government: town supervisor, Town Council and town clerk.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 08:00 pm
The Erie County Department of Health is alerting the community that recent toxicology testing detected carfentanil in the local unregulated drug supply.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
Shea's Performing Arts Center has kicked off the centennial celebration of Shea's Buffalo Theatre. The commencement took place on Jan. 15, which marked the 100th anniversary of the day ground was broken on construction of the historic theater. The launch marks the beginning of two years of centennial festivities planned at the theater and in the community.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
One of the world's top Irish dance shows - featuring a starry roster of international dance champions - "A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation" is coming to New York. Locally, the show will stop at the Buffalo State Performing Arts Center for a 7:30 p.m. performance on Friday, March 7. Tickets are $54.64-$78.33 (plus applicable fees).
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
The Niagara Area Foundation announced awards totaling $60,200 to eight Niagara area nonprofit organizations for its 2024 grant cycle.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
Property tax levy growth for New York's school districts and 10 cities will remain capped at 2% for the fourth year in a row, according to data released by state Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.
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