Fri, May 19th 2023 08:40 am
The town residential garbage pick-up scheduled for Monday, May 29, will be suspended one day in observance of Memorial Day, and collected on Tuesday, May 30.
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Fri, May 19th 2023 08:35 am
Voters in Western Niagara County joined with those from throughout New York on Tuesday in approving school budgets despite the ongoing inflation and economic challenges facing the state.
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Fri, May 19th 2023 08:35 am
Summer is the busy season for road construction.
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Fri, May 19th 2023 08:35 am
"When In Our Music, God is Glorified" is the title of a choir and handbell concert to be presented at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 21, at First Presbyterian Church of Youngstown, 100 Church St.
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Fri, May 19th 2023 08:30 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for May 19, 2023
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:55 pm
ABC's iconic and star-making "American Idol" is only three days away from revealing this year's big winner. Three contestants remain in the world-famous competition, and only one will be the next "American Idol"!
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:55 pm
Beloved husband/wife duo Seth & Nirva return June 2 with "On Earth," a six-song EP inspired by the words of the Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13). The couple's iconic fusion of pop, neo-soul and gospel sounds saturate an impassioned collection imploring Christians to stand firm amidst the moral decline of culture.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:50 pm
It's hard to believe that a little over three years ago Tops launched its highly successful "Tops Totes for Change." This program encourages shoppers to purchase a reusable bag with a special charity design for just $2.69, with $1 of the proceeds being donated back to five local community organization. Since its inception, Tops is proud to say that $519,846 has been raised for area charities and at a time that these organizations need it most.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:50 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 29-year-old Talyn D. Williams of Buffalo was sentenced this morning before Erie County Court Judge Shelia A. DiTullio to 25 years to life in prison.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:50 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 39-year-old Edward T. Turner of Buffalo pleaded guilty this morning before Erie County Court Judge Sheila A. DiTullio to one count of attempted robbery in the first degree and one count of robbery in the second degree (class "C" violent felonies).
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:50 pm
The Wheatfield Garden Club invites the community to its upcoming membership drive and plant-sharing event. A program will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 24, at the Wheatfield Community and Senior Center, 2790 Church Road.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:50 pm
"HOPE Day," the annual 24-hour match challenge day of giving to benefit Appeal, brought in a record total of $507,456 toward this year's $9.5 million goal in support of Catholic Charities of Buffalo and the "Fund for the Faith." This total included $111,000 in matching funds from EnergyMark LLC and Thomann Asphalt Paving.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:50 pm
Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman announced Reginald Barnes was sentenced this morning by County Court Judge John Ottaviano to 16 years in State Prison for his conviction of attempted aggravated assault on a police officer.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:50 pm
Following the proactive action taken by multiple counties in recent days, Niagara County on Wednesday issued a state of emergency in relation to the "immigrant crisis plaguing New York City," making it clear that it lacks the resources and accommodations to accept busloads of immigrants from downstate.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:45 pm
The New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) announced New York's electric grid and its electric utilities are prepared for increased summer demand for electricity. Additionally, the price for electricity paid by full-service residential customers on average is expected to be lower than a year ago, depending on the customer's location, demand and actual market prices.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced applications are now being accepted for the ninth year of 43North, the state-funded accelerator that invests $5 million annually to attract world-class entrepreneurs to grow their startups in Buffalo. This year, 43North will select five seed-stage startups to receive an investment of $1 million each and join their immersive accelerator program.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:45 pm
May 14-20 is National Women's Health Week. The Erie County Department of Health is joining with the HHS Office of Women's Health (OWH) to promote this year's theme: "#KNOWHmore About Your Health, Today and Every Day."
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:45 pm
Larry A. Montani, a former chemical manufacturing executive, has been named chair of the Niagara University board of trustees. Christopher D. Ross, principal at Lawley Insurance, has been named vice chair. The appointments were announced by the Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., president of the university.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:45 pm
The Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority (BMHA) announced it is no longer designated as a "troubled" public housing authority by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
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Wed, May 17th 2023 04:20 pm
TNT launches a second night of professional wrestling with a new tentpole series, "AEW: Collision" on Saturday, June 17, it was announced today by Kathleen Finch, chairman and chief content officer, US Networks Group, Warner Bros. Discovery, during the company's 2023 upfront presentation at Madison Square Garden in New York City. This live, two-hour, in-ring show will air every Saturday night from 8-10 p.m. ET and feature more wrestlers, more stories and more action to super-serve fans.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 04:10 pm
The Max Original docuseries, "Downey's Dream Cars," debuts with two episodes Thursday, June 22, on Max, with two new episodes debuting each Thursday leading up to the final two episodes on July 6.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 04:05 pm
Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman announced a Niagara County jury returned a guilty verdict in the murder case against Antonio Carr, age 30, of Niagara Falls, this afternoon. Carr was found guilty of murder in the second degree, as well as multiple weapons counts, in the slaying of 57-year-old Tracy Greene at the victim's barber shop in Niagara Falls on Oct. 2, 2021.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 03:50 pm
The New York State Department of Health (DOH) is partnering with Catholic Health to provide temporary emergency services in eastern Niagara County until the health system's new Lockport Memorial Hospital opens this fall.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 03:50 pm
Today, Warner Records released Eric Clapton's previously unreleased 1991 rock performance of "Knockin' On Heavens Door" at The Royal Albert Hall.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 03:30 pm
Two-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Lauren Daigle has released her highly anticipated, self-titled album - "Lauren Daigle" - out now via Atlantic Records/Centricity Music.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 03:10 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced a jury found 21-year-old Abdiwahab Sabtow of Buffalo guilty of one count of kidnapping in the second degree (class "B" violent felony).
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Wed, May 17th 2023 02:05 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos reminded New Yorkers to appreciate wildlife from a safe distance and resist the urge to touch or pick up newborn fawns and other young wildlife. Human contact with wildlife can result in unintended consequences detrimental to the animals people intend to help.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 02:05 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 24-year-old Dequan Richardson of Cheektowaga was sentenced this morning before Erie County Court Judge Susan Eagan to 25 years to life in prison.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 02:05 pm
On Tuesday, New York State Sen. Sean Ryan recognized Yuki Numata Resnick, an accomplished violinist, nonprofit leader and educator, as a member of the 2023 New York State Senate "Women of Distinction" class of honorees.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 02:05 pm
New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez announced the importance of bicycle safety during National Bicycle Safety Month, and reminded everyone that roadway safety is a shared responsibility.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 02:05 pm
Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University is thrilled to announce its summer events and exhibitions, including "Kids 'n Arts" summer camp.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 12:40 pm
New York State Senate Republican Leader Robert Ortt honored Rebecca Wydysh, chairwoman of the Niagara County Legislature, as the 2023 New York State Senate "Woman of Distinction" from the 62nd Senate District.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 11:30 am
The Niagara Arts and Cultural Center is debuting its newest showcase, "COHORT: An Alberto Rey Alumni Exhibition."
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Wed, May 17th 2023 10:20 am
New York voters approved 98.5% of proposed school district budgets on Tuesday, May 16, according to preliminary results compiled by the New York State School Boards Association.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 09:40 am
The Town of Niagara has revealed the acts headlining the 2023 "Music Mania Mondays" concert series. Events take place at Veteran's Memorial Community Park, 7000 Lockport Road.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 09:40 am
Lewiston-Porter Central School District Secretary to the Superintendent/District Clerk Marisa I. Barile announced the following unofficial results of the Lewiston-Porter Central School District 2023 annual meeting, budget vote and election:
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Tue, May 16th 2023 06:35 pm
Niagara University and Medaille University have entered a "teach out" agreement to provide students from Medaille an opportunity to continue their academic studies at NU. Medaille, which announced it is closing as of Aug. 31, sent a letter to all of its students on behalf of Niagara University on Monday afternoon.
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Tue, May 16th 2023 06:30 pm
The 59th annual commencement ceremony at Niagara County Community College took place on Saturday, May 13, at the Sanborn campus. More than 300 students crossed the stage to receive their degree.
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Tue, May 16th 2023 06:30 pm
Due to a family emergency, "Choir! Choir! Choir!," originally scheduled for Wednesday, May 17, at Kleinhans Music Hall has been postponed.
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Tue, May 16th 2023 06:30 pm
Villa Maria and Medaille University have reached a teach-out agreement that will allow Medaille's students to complete their degrees at the college once their university closes in August.
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