Mon, May 10th 2021 03:35 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance on Monday reminded taxpayers who have yet to file their tax returns that the deadline to do so is Monday, May 17. To date, the department has processed more than 9 million returns and issued 4.7 million refunds. Eligible taxpayers who still need to prepare and submit their returns can do so for free at www.tax.ny.gov.
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Mon, May 10th 2021 03:30 pm
The Lewiston Council on the Arts and the Lewiston Public Library have teamed up to present a new offering, called "Bug Fest." It will take place in Seneca "Bug" Park, adjacent to the library on South Eighth St., from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, July 10. LCA said the event will feature "lots of cool, bug-themed programs for children of all ages."
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Mon, May 10th 2021 11:35 am
Fitz and the Tantrums will perform on the Artpark Amphitheater stage with special guest Colony House at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 6. The concert is part of "Tuesdays in the Park" presented by M&T Bank, with featured act sponsor Miller Lite.
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Mon, May 10th 2021 07:00 am
Furthering its mission to deliver high-quality, compassionate and affordable care to Western New York, Catholic Health announced the launch of a new business line focused on offering comprehensive personalized, specialty pharmacy services across its network of physician practices and clinics. A key part of Catholic Health's community pharmacy initiative, the program is being developed in partnership with Trellis Rx, a leading technology-enabled specialty pharmacy services provider.
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Mon, May 10th 2021 07:00 am
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation 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 carry unintended consequences detrimental to the animals people intend to help.
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Sat, May 8th 2021 11:10 am
The Town of Wheatfield Lions Club has completed elections for the year 2021-22 on Thursday. This includes a first female president.
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Sat, May 8th 2021 11:10 am
Niagara County Community College has announced its academic and extracurricular plans for the fall 2021 semester, with intentions to increase its face-to-face capacity in both areas.
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Sat, May 8th 2021 11:05 am
The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) announced all New Yorkers enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will receive at least the maximum allowable level of food benefits for May. For a 15th consecutive month, these emergency supplemental SNAP benefits are being provided to individuals and households already enrolled in SNAP.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 05:45 pm
Hosted by Selena Gomez with performances by Jennifer Lopez, Eddie Vedder, Foo Fighters, Prince Harry, J Balvin and H.E.R., "VAX LIVE" was taped before an audience of vaccinated frontline health care and essential workers at SoFi Stadium. This event will air Saturday, May 8, on ABC, ABC News Live, CBS, YouTube, iHeartMedia broadcast radio stations and the iHeartRadio App, at 8 p.m. The concert will also air on FOX at 11 p.m.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 05:45 pm
Spotlighting the honest realities of his own mental health journey, acclaimed hip-hop and spoken word artist, church leader, speaker and community advocate Legin drops his latest single, "Streets of Gold," today. Blending gospel and trap influences with live brass and bass, the Cardec Drums and Ben Mekkes-produced track finds Legin delivering some of his most personal verses yet.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 05:45 pm
Integrity Music announced "Jesus," the new single from worship artist and songwriter Phil Thompson, releases today. Partnered with a music video, "Jesus" will be featured on Thompson's sophomore album, "Lion of Judah," slated to release this summer.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 05:45 pm
CAIN, the sibling trio behind the multiweek No. 1 single "Rise Up (Lazarus)," officially released their first full-length album today: "Rise Up" (Provident Label Group/Sony Music). Their current single, "Yes He Can," is already No. 15 on the Billboard Audience Chart, jumping quickly after hitting radio just two weeks ago. The 10-song project is the follow-up to their 2020 self-titled EP.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 05:45 pm
The Grand Ole Opry announced it will open up performances to full-capacity for the first time in more than a year, beginning with its performance Friday, May 14, featuring Opry members Lorrie Morgan and the Oak Ridge Boys.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 05:45 pm
On Friday, singer/songwriter Ellie Holcomb debuted "I Don't Want To Miss It," from her upcoming album, "Canyon," which will release June 25. This song will also be the debut radio single from the forthcoming project.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 05:45 pm
Integrity Music on Friday released the follow-up EP from YWAM Kona Music, "The Sound Of Go." The debut release, "The Commission," released in 2020 and contained songs about the mission of being sent. This new EP is the continued heart and next step to follow through the call to reach the ends of the earth.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 05:45 pm
Jess Ray, a singer/songwriter, artist and producer based in Raleigh, North Carolina, announces the release of her latest solo project, "Baby Take My Hand." Self-produced, self-written and self-released, "Baby Take My Hand" is her third solo project, following 2019's "Parallels + Meridians" and 2015's "Sentimental Creatures." It is, as Ray shares, her "musical self-portrait."
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Fri, May 7th 2021 05:30 pm
Nancy Beach Katvala, formerly of Youngstown, was called home early morning on the 23rd of April 2021, at the Memorial Regional Medical Center in Mechanicsville, Virginia, after a short illness.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 05:10 pm
Full edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for May 7, 2021
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Fri, May 7th 2021 04:35 pm
Six Flags Darien Lake is teaming up with the Genesee County Health Department to offer a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the park on Tuesday, May 11.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 04:25 pm
The Red Jacket Peace Medal, an object of cultural patrimony under federal law, has been returned to its rightful home with the Seneca Nation by The Buffalo History Museum.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 04:20 pm
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and AAA Western and Central New York is reminding both drivers and bikers of key safety tips as the weather gets nicer. Many bikers will choose to ride free on the open road.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 04:20 pm
The "Little R" came to life on Thursday night as the SANY New York Go-Karts took to the speedway for the first time in 2021. SANY New York has signed on to be the presenting sponsor of the go-kart program at the "Little R" at Ransomville Speedway.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 04:00 pm
Mayor Robert Restaino announced the continuation of the expedited process for local businesses to apply for temporary permits for outdoor seating/dining service. This system was developed last year in response to the economic effects felt throughout the Niagara Falls community due to COVID-19 and increased reopening efforts by local government to support local businesses.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 04:00 pm
The famous "Pup Cups" are back at De Dee's Dairy - and this year they will benefit the dogs of the WNY Heroes "Pawsitive for Heroes" program.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 03:55 pm
Niagara County Community College's 57th annual commencement will use a virtual format at 7 p.m. tonight. The ceremony will stream on the college's website, https://www.niagaracc.suny.edu/commencement. Graduates, along with their family and friends, are welcome to join the online celebration from the safety of their homes due to the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 03:55 pm
Cardinal O'Hara High School in the Town of Tonawanda decided to show its appreciation of its teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week with thank you sign put up at the entry to the school on Monday. The tribute was put up to show teachers how much they mean to the students and to honor all the hard work they accomplished in the pandemic.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 03:00 pm
The Niagara Wheatfield High School Alumni Committee announced the multiclass reunion previously scheduled for August has been canceled due to the pandemic. Plans are being made for a reunion to be held Aug. 21, 2022.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 12:15 pm
The Toronto Blue Jays confirmed Wednesday what the Island Dispatch speculated in its April 23 Island-wide issue: Major League Baseball games will be played in downtown Buffalo's Sahlen Field for the second straight year.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 11:55 am
On Tuesday, March 2, a fast-moving fire at a Village of Youngstown apartment complex resulted in significant damage to the building and displaced four families with children into the chilly winter night.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 11:45 am
Mayor Anne Welch presented a certificate of appreciation to Lewiston-Porter Intermediate Education Center fourth-grade student Charlotte Ryan, whose "passion project" was pushing elected leaders to look out for dogs.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 11:35 am
Amid public backlash from residents and neighboring communities, as well as some newly raised issues, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is preparing to rescind its environmental OK for a planned asphalt plant in the Town of Niagara.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 11:30 am
Marion Assenza of Grand Island entered into rest on May 2, 2021.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 11:30 am
Bobby Vincent Fraser of Grand Island passed away on April 29, 2021.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 11:30 am
The North Tonawanda Police Department issued a public information announcement via its Facebook page regarding recent amendments to the city's solid waste code. On April 20, the North Tonawanda City Council approved an amendment to Chapter 45 of the City Code regarding solid waste, which imposed stricter penalties for violating new bulk pickup rules.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 11:30 am
Earlier this week, Michael Zimmerman announced his resignation as director of community development, effective May 14.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 11:25 am
Last Thursday, demolition crews began tearing down the vacated structures located at 7001 Packard Road in the Town of Niagara. The location was most recently the site of Clancy's Restaurant. However, for many locals, the location will forever be remembered as the home of Page's Whistle Pig.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 11:20 am
As announcements continue on the state level with regard to COVID-19 reopening plans and protocol changes, there's some upbeat news on the local level: The annual Niagara County (aka Lewiston Kiwanis) Peach festival is a go for this year.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 11:15 am
Jonathan Perez, 56, died at home in Houston on Feb. 9, 2021, after a brief illness.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 10:35 am
"A Quiet Place II," partially filmed in Western New York, opens in theaters Friday, May 28.
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Fri, May 7th 2021 10:35 am
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino announced "Cedric the Entertainer and Friends" will visit the Seneca Niagara Event Center at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20.
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