Tue, Apr 7th 2026 01:20 pm
A Democratic caucus to nominate candidates for one, four-year term as mayor and for two, four-year terms as Lewiston village trustee for the Village of Lewiston, will take place beginning at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 23, at the Red Brick Municipal Building (gymnasium), located at 145 N. Fourth St.
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Tue, Apr 7th 2026 12:55 pm
Rock legend Billy Idol is set to return to the road this summer for the next leg of his highly successful world tour, "It's A Nice Day To...Tour Again!" - which saw Idol sell out venues across the U.S., Europe and Latin America. Produced by Live Nation, the run of arenas and amphitheaters includes a stop at Darien Lake Amphitheater on Aug. 14.
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Tue, Apr 7th 2026 11:30 am
Artpark & Company announces an evening of iconic '80s hits with "Howard Jones: Things Can Only Get Better Tour," featuring full performances by Howard Jones, Wang Chung, The English Beat and Modern English, and hosted by SiriusXM's Richard Blade.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 05:25 pm
The Village of Lewiston Republican election caucus will take place at 7 p.m. sharp Wednesday, April 22, at the Red Brick Municipal Building, 145 N. Fourth St. (gymnasium entrance).
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 05:25 pm
Casting has been announced and tickets are on sale for "Starring Buffalo's RENT In Concert," May 9 at the historic Shea's Buffalo Theater in downtown Buffalo. The show will feature a principal cast of Broadway and Buffalo's best, alongside the Staring Buffalo community chorus.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 05:25 pm
A popular fundraiser returns for its sixth year on Sunday, April 19, with all proceeds again benefiting the Ride for Roswell. A fundraising team called Team Roswell Rollers will host its sixth annual bowling event at Tonawanda Bowling Center.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 05:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has issued a proclamation declaring April 2026 as Financial Aid Awareness Month in New York, reaffirming the state's commitment to breaking down barriers to higher education.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 05:25 pm
The City of Buffalo announced additional sessions for lifeguard certification training are scheduled. The new dates are April 18-19, 25-26 and May 2.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 05:25 pm
Mayor Sean Ryan today announced the appointment of Erika Shields as commissioner of the Buffalo Police Department following a months-long national search. Shields is expected to assume the role in May, pending confirmation by the Buffalo Common Council.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 05:25 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the annual Arbor Day Tree Expo at Cazenovia Park in Buffalo, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 25.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 12:00 pm
The Niagara County Legislature has appointed Legislator Jesse Gooch as its representative to the Niagara Military Affairs Council. NIMAC is the civilian-led organization that supports the growth and prosperity of the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station. NFARS is the last federal U.S. Air Force base in the state of New York and the largest federal facility in the region.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 12:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced an "unprecedented" state effort to fill potholes and repave roads across New York, following one of the coldest winters in recent memory.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 10:45 am
The Oakwood Cemetery Association announced the results of its recent annual meeting, confirming its leadership team and outlining a transformative vision for the historic grounds funded by significant state and philanthropic grants.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 10:45 am
Danielle Bradbery released her new single, "Cowgirl's Prayer," via The Core Records on Friday, unveiling a deeply personal new track that reflects on faith, growth and finding strength in uncertain moments. The song arrived alongside an official music video, directed by Chris Ashlee (Bailey Zimmerman), and set in rural Tennessee.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 10:45 am
The Historical Association of Lewiston is pleased to welcome June Crawford for its next program: "The Grain Elevators; Saving Buffalo's History!" This presentation will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 23, at the Lutheran Church of the Messiah Fellowship Hall, 915 Oneida St., Lewiston.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 10:45 am
Registration is open for the 15th annual I Love My Park Day, which will be held Saturday, May 2, at state parks, historic sites and public lands all across New York.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 10:45 am
Tops Friendly Markets is pleased to once again partner with Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF), the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization. This year the campaign began Sunday, April 5, and will run through Saturday, April 25. The goal is to raise money to help fund research to help find a cure for T1D.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 10:45 am
Be part of an unforgettable evening of insight, culture and conversation with Just Buffalo Literary Center's BABEL author series. As part of its landmark 50th anniversary celebration, Just Buffalo Literary Center closes its 2025-26 season with an appearance by National Book Award-winning author Imani Perry, one of the most vital voices in contemporary literature and cultural criticism.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 10:45 am
On Friday, the New York State Public Service Commission announced it is participating in the nationwide effort to recognize April 2026 as Safe Digging Month.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 10:45 am
On Friday, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 12 community-based projects across seven regions of New York were selected as awardees through the New York State Community World Cup Grant program. State funding will support locally organized public viewing events and related programming tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 10:45 am
The Lewiston Public Library board of trustees will hold its regular meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, April 13, in the Lewiston Public Library Community Room, 305 S. Eighth St. All library trustee board meetings are open to the public.
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2026 11:50 am
On Friday morning, Jane McGrath of Lewiston was the first customer of 2026. She ordered a chocolate custard in a regular cone - "The classic," as she called it.
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2026 07:10 am
When it comes to fish frys, Grand Island's The Beach House has history on its side.
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2026 07:05 am
Bring out the red, white and blue. There's a new patriotic theme for the annual Mary Dunbar-Daluisio Memorial Lawnmower Race. That's because it's being held on Flag Day - Sunday, June 14.
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2026 07:00 am
If you're in the mood for some Krispy Kreme doughnuts, or if you'd like to treat friends and family to the doughnuts, you will have the opportunity to purchase them and support the Grand Island Relay For Life at the same time.
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2026 06:55 am
As technology evolves and the primary methods by which people consume information change, law enforcement must adapt, as well. Organizations like the Erie County Sheriff's Office must keep the people they protect and serve informed on what's going on in their neighborhoods.
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2026 06:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel/Dispatch for April 3, 2026
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2026 06:00 am
Born in Hanover Township, Pennsylvania, Joseph proudly served in the U.S. Navy. Following his honorable discharge, he moved to Buffalo, where he met the love of his life, Shirley.
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2026 06:00 am
The Erie Niagara Sunrise Exchange Club presented its Accepting the Challenge of Excellence (A.C.E.) awards at a breakfast meeting March 25 at the Olympic Restaurant in Kenmore. The award highlights high school seniors who have overcome challenges and achieved success at school and in their personal lives.
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2026 06:00 am
Sienna Sarkees, a senior at Grand Island High School, was selected by her counselor, Sheryl Kavanagh, as the Youth of the Year for the Erie Niagara Sunrise Exchange Club.
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 03:25 pm
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a meeting of the Village of Lewiston Board of Trustees will be held on April 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the Mayor's Office, Village Hall, Lewiston, New York.
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 03:20 pm
Fourth District Niagara County Legislator Jeffrey Elder, the body's minority leader, released the following statement on Thursday: "It is my honor to stand with Niagara Falls Council members and call for all flavored tobacco products, including menthols, to be taken off the shelves in Niagara Falls. These products are extremely addictive and use predatory marketing tactics to target the youth in our community."
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 03:15 pm
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is reminding travelers who are planning trips to the U.S. through land border crossings to be sure to plan accordingly. Travelers looking for ways to improve their travel experience should consider the following tips:
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 03:15 pm
The Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus (BPC), Western New York's premier symphonic chorus and winner of the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Choral Performance, has appointed Dr. Vernon Huff as its next music director, effective July 1. Huff will occupy the Cameron Baird Endowed Chair, named for one of the chorus' most impactful early music directors.
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 01:05 pm
The Erie County Fair is proud to announce the first wave of its 2026 paid grandstand entertainment lineup, featuring ticketed headlining performances at the Buffalo News Grandstand Aug. 12-23 in Hamburg.
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 12:45 pm
Artpark & Company announces Gov't Mule and JJ Grey & Mofro are headed to the Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston for 6:30 p.m. concert on Thursday, Aug. 6.
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 10:50 am
Montana International LLC, concessionaire for Grand Island State Park facilities, announced the Beaver Island State Park Golf Course will continue its tradition of offering free rounds of golf to active-duty service members and veterans. The program - now in its third year - has provided nearly $100,000 in complimentary golf to military players over the past two years.
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 09:55 am
Due to Niagara County's offices being closed tomorrow, Friday, April 3, the John Duke Center and the LaSalle Senior Center will not be offering the senior lunch program.
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 09:55 am
New York had one of the steepest drops of any state in international tourism in 2025, with overseas travelers falling 3% - a loss of over 176,000 visitors - second only to California, according to an analysis released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 09:55 am
Niagara County Legislator Chris McKimmie will host his next "Coffee with Chris" community forum from 9-10 a.m. Saturday, April 18, at Grace Lutheran Church in Niagara Falls. The event will feature New York State Sen. Rob Ortt, who serves as the Republican leader of the New York State Senate.
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