2024-03-27 E-Edition

VETERAN OF THE MONTH

– David King was recognized as the veteran of the month for the City of Tonawanda by Mayor John White. From left are Council President Jenna Koch, King and White. King honorably served our country with the U.S. Navy from December 1965 until December 1969. Following his service with the U.S. Navy, King enlisted with the U.S. Naval Reserves, serving […]

Local businesses oppose proposed regulation that would limit HFCs


On March 15, local business owners voiced their opposition to an amendment to the Part 494 regulation that has been proposed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, which will make current refrigeration and air conditioning systems eventually obsolete. The regulation will also prohibit the manufacture and sale of current refrigerants that are compatible with the current systems. […]

The City of Tonawanda is going green


The City of Tonawanda has once again been designated a “Tree City USA 2023” by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor the city’s commitment to effective urban forest management. The city not only planted 100 trees last year but also was required to meet other criteria addressing the challenges of air quality, water resources, personal health and well-being, energy use, […]

Kenmore Mercy nurse honored with DAISY award


Having an opportunity to brighten a patient’s day is what Elizabeth Johnson loves most about being a nurse. That dedication was recognized this month when Johnson won Kenmore Mercy Hospital’s DAISY award. The annual award is based on nominations from patients and their families and reviewed by a hospital committee. Johnson, an ICU nurse, is a Kenmore native who started […]

NT hosts Blackout Bash to view historic eclipse on April 8

The City of North Tonawanda will be hosting a viewing party and celebration coined “NT’s Blackout Bash.” The event will take place from noon to 6 p.m. Monday, April 8, at Gratwick Riverside Park, 1300 River Road. Thousands of people from all over are expected to flock to the region to view the eclipse. The park will be closed to […]

Colvin Cleaners’ ‘Gowns for Prom’ moves distribution site to Buffalo Convention Center

The 16th annual Colvin Cleaners “Gowns for Prom” has a new home, the Buffalo Convention Center. High school students can select a free gown during a three-day distribution time period in April. For the past 15 years, the nonprofit program has been held on the stage at Shea’s Performing Arts Center. Due to a need for more space and the […]

North Tonawanda names common council member liaisons

North Tonawanda has recently designated council members as liaisons to specific departments. These changes are expected to create smoother operations within the city. Department appointments were announced during the council’s March 19 meeting. First Ward Alderman Robert Schmigel has been appointed to economic and property development, which includes Lumber City Development Corporation community development and assessor affairs. Frank DiBernardo, 2nd […]

‘Chris Fisher Give Back’ program benefits community


When Chris Fisher was running for a second ward alderman in the City of Tonawanda in 2023, he made a promise to give back to his community. Fisher, who runs the city’s Veteran of the Month program, promised to give $50 of his council salary each month to an organization that is helping the community. A supporter of small business […]

News Briefs

Nominations are open through April 11 to recognize local educators through the Buffalo Bills and M&T Bank‘s “M&T Bank Touchdown for Teachers” program. Finalists will be chosen based on demonstrated impact on the school and community, plus enduring commitment to local students’ learning. The winning teacher will receive a $5,000 grant for his or her school, a surprise visit from […]