Sat, Jun 3rd 2017 11:20 am
New York State Sens. Chris Jacobs and Michael Ranzenhofer, AAA Western and Central New York, New York State Police and AT&T teamed up Thursday to raise awareness for AAA's "100 Deadliest Days" (the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when teen crash fatalities historically climb 15 percent compared to the rest of the year), as well as AT&T's "It Can Wait" public education campaign and state distracted driving laws.
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Sat, Jun 3rd 2017 10:00 am
Construction continued this week on an all-new offering at Bandana's Bar and Grill in Youngstown. To be known as the "Courtyard at Bandana's," the new outdoor facility, found in the rear of the Lake Road establishment, is expected to offer patrons a completely different social and dining experience, according to owners Rob and Melissa Kudel.
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Sat, Jun 3rd 2017 07:05 am
Grand Island Moose Lodge 180 presented two scholarships to members of the Grand Island High School Class of 2017 on May 17.
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Sat, Jun 3rd 2017 07:00 am
With Lake Ontario water levels still adversely impacting the Village of Lewiston waterfront, the Board of Trustees invited BMC Adam A. Pedzich to Wednesday's special, fiscal year-end meeting. Pedzich is officer in charge at the U.S. Coast Guard Station Niagara.
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Sat, Jun 3rd 2017 07:00 am
Resident Francis Flanagan has announced he is running for the Lewiston Town Board. He has received the endorsement of the executive board of the Niagara County Democratic Committee as well as the Lewiston Democratic Committee.
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Sat, Jun 3rd 2017 07:00 am
Over the past 12 years, it has been my absolute privilege to serve as councilman for the Town of Lewiston.
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Sat, Jun 3rd 2017 07:00 am
Members of the Grand Island Town Board vented their frustration this week with the state's care of the two parkways on the Island it's responsible for maintaining.
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Sat, Jun 3rd 2017 07:00 am
The River Lea Quilters Guild made the first of two charitable donations from money raised at its triennial quilt show.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 08:00 pm
Town of Porter Supervisor Merton K. "Mert" Wiepert has announced his candidacy for re-election.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 05:10 pm
A fundraiser has been set for Mike Moreland. Here are all the details:
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 05:05 pm
•The Rotary Club of Niagara County Central will hold a "Shred Your Sensitive Documents Day" from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 3, in the Sanborn Fire Co. parking lot. Any questions, please call the Rotary Club at 716-693-1946.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 04:55 pm
Regal Entertainment Group, a leading motion picture exhibitor owning and operating one of the largest theater circuits in the U.S., announces the return of the "Summer Movie Express" to over 300 Regal Cinemas across the country for the 2017 summer season.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 04:50 pm
Earlier this week, Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced he would implement the Police Council Program to ensure a closer working relationship between his office and 28 police agencies in Erie County.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 04:50 pm
Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. and the Outer Harbor Management Group (OHMG) on Friday announced their 2017 season of summer activities for the whole family.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 04:35 pm
The Most Rev. Richard J. Malone, bishop of Buffalo, and Catholic Charities of Buffalo officials are asking for help as the organization struggles to reach this year's $11 million goal with the 2017 Appeal entering its final month.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 04:30 pm
Former Pink Floyd bassist and co-founder Roger Waters will return to Buffalo on Saturday, Sept. 9. The "US and THEM" Tour visits KeyBank Center.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 04:20 pm
Tonight, British rock band Royal Blood will kick off their U.S. headlining tour with a sold-out show in Boston, at Paradise Rock Club. They'll be touring throughout the summer in support of their recently announced and highly anticipated new album, "How Did We Get So Dark?," due out June 16 on Warner Bros. Records.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 03:45 pm
At 9 a.m. on the first Saturday of each month, United Baptist Christian Church of Lewiston hosts a free pancake breakfast. After breakfast, the women of the church gather for their monthly study of the book "Women of the Bible" by Ann Spangler and Jean E. Syswerda.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 03:40 pm
Colorful kites will soar along the Niagara River during the fifth annual "Come Fly a Kite for Homeless Veterans" event, which is set to take place from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 3, at Gratwick Riverside Park.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 03:35 pm
The 2017 edition of the Relay For Life of Greater Niagara takes place today, starting at noon and continuing to midnight at Reservoir State Park bordering the towns of Niagara and Lewiston.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 03:05 pm
The federal budget received a failing grade from the Grand Island superintendent of schools at the May 15 Board of Education meeting.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 03:00 pm
Martha "Marty" (née Bir) Kennell of Grand Island entered into rest May 26, 2017.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 03:00 pm
Grand Island resident Capt. Dennis E. Trach (USMC, Ret.) entered into rest May 28, 2017.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 02:50 pm
The Greater Niagara Federal Credit Union recently held Youth Month, where young credit union members were taught about the importance of saving money for the future and giving back to the community.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 02:45 pm
North Tonawanda Mayor Arthur G. Pappas participated with the volunteers of Twin Cities Meals on Wheels last Friday.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 02:40 pm
Over the past few months, members of Project Pride of North Tonawanda have helped clean up the grounds of the Carnegie Arts Center, Oliver Street, Webster Street, Manhattan Street and a vacant parcel of land at Tremont and Oliver streets.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 02:40 pm
City of North Tonawanda Common Council President Eric Zadzilka will ask voters to allow him to continue several efforts in the city that have "made North Tonawanda an even better place to raise a family and make a life," Zadzilka recently announced.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 02:00 pm
You've got to admit it's a neat idea. The Town of Niagara is getting ready for its second annual "Neaten Up Niagara," a spring-cleaning event on a townwide scale.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 12:15 pm
Arts Services Initiative of Western New York announced Buffalo, Niagara Falls and Jamestown will join cities across the country and around the world for this year's Make Music Day on June 21.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 12:15 pm
Disney|ABC Television Group will air the exclusive television broadcast of "One Love Manchester" benefit concert on Sunday, June 4, for U.S. audiences, it was announced Friday.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 12:15 pm
Join in for the June NT Cash Mob at Not 2 Shabby, located at 287 Oliver St., North Tonawanda. The event runs from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, June 17.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 12:15 pm
Mount St. Mary's Hospital has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes the hospital's commitment and success in ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 08:00 am
For the 31st year in New York state, law enforcement officers will be carrying the Special Olympics Flame of Hope throughout various communities leading up to opening ceremonies at the State Summer Games. The cauldron will be lit on Friday, June 16, at Sienna College, signifying the opening of the 2017 State Summer Games.
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Fri, Jun 2nd 2017 07:00 am
As summer approaches, the Village of Lewiston has begun planning for the annual July 4 fireworks display. This event is a tradition the village is hoping to continue. It is with urgency that we reach out to our local businesses and caring individuals to continue generously contributing to keep this tradition going.
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Thu, Jun 1st 2017 06:40 pm
When I was putting my Sentinel story together today, I wanted to sit on the sun porch in the front of the house so I could watch my land wash away. This is due to the extremely high Lake Ontario water levels the IJC has been telling us is only 2 inches above normal levels. (No kidding, that's what we were told.) I opted to sit in the rear of the house; no distractions.
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Thu, Jun 1st 2017 05:20 pm
At a press conference held Thursday at Lancaster High School, Special Olympics New York announced a $200,000 New York state budget appropriation in support of Unified Champion Schools.
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Thu, Jun 1st 2017 05:15 pm
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Thu, Jun 1st 2017 05:10 pm
Niagara University's College of Business Administration is now offering an online MBA program with a curriculum designed for individuals seeking an edge in understanding and competing in the digital economy.
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Thu, Jun 1st 2017 05:05 pm
Grammy-nominated MercyMe will bring the second leg of their "Lifer Tour" to 14 markets Oct. 7-29. Carrying the namesake of their latest No. 1 album, "Lifer," the American Music Award winners will perform fan favorites such as "I Can Only Imagine," "Flawless," "Greater" and more, including their current chart-topper "Even If" which has been a continuous No. 1 mainstay on the Christian radio charts.
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Thu, Jun 1st 2017 05:00 pm
At 9 a.m. on the first Saturday of each month, United Baptist Christian Church of Lewiston hosts a free pancake breakfast. After breakfast, the women of the church gather for their monthly study of the book "Women of the Bible" by Ann Spangler and Jean E. Syswerda.
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