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'Huge First Step': Plans for Security Upgrades at Abandoned Lowry Middle School in North Tonawanda

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'Huge First Step': Plans for Security Upgrades at Abandoned Lowry Middle School in North Tonawanda

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Vacancy has been a reality for the George L. Lowry Middle School in North Tonawanda for roughly 15 years, but a new deal with the owner has county and city officials optimistic about the propertys future.The Lowry Middle School was built just over 100 years ago and was used as the district's high school and, later, a middle school until 2004.Three years later, the district sold the property to Kevin Gersh, but after several redevelopment plans h…See the Story

Decked Out WNY helps give a veteran his independence back

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Decked Out WNY helps give a veteran his independence back

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NORTH TONAWANDA, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Decked Out WNY is helping honor our nation's heroes by donating a deck to a veteran every year. "It should be done more, and I'm doing my small part, but it would be nice if more people did it," said Pat Williams, owner of Decked Out WNY. Williams said his family has a long history of military service and he's been motivated to give back. Along with sponsors LENCO Supplies and Fiberon Decking -- who help cover the…Read Article

Ryan Bradt to lead North Tonawanda girls basketball program

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Ryan Bradt to lead North Tonawanda girls basketball program

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Ryan Bradt’s North Tonawanda pride is clear.Read Article

5th Annual Oliver Street Pride Fest @ Heritage Park - Buffalo Rising

Anyone who missed out on the Pride festivities a couple weeks back, or who simply wants to enjoy some more Pride fun in the sun, be sure to pay a visit to The 5th Annual Oliver Street Pride Fest on Saturday, June 21 at Heritage Park (166 Oliver Street in North Tonawanda). The event, hosted by the Oliver Street Merchants Association and Niagara Pride, will take place from 11am to 3pm. Performances will include dancers, spoken word artists, acroba…North Tonawanda · North Tonawanda Read Article

North Tonawanda woman pleads guilty in injury crash

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A North Tonawanda woman faces eight years behind bars after admits to driving under the influence in causing a crash that seriously injured an e-cyclist in 2024. Read more from WBEN:North Tonawanda · North Tonawanda Read Article

North Tonawanda Man Indicted on Federal Drug and Firearm Charges

A 31-year-old man from North Tonawanda is facing federal charges after authorities recovered illegal drugs, a firearm, and cash during a search of his home and vehicle, U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced on Thursday, June 12th. Tre Smitherman has been charged with multiple federal offenses including possession with intent to distribute cocaine, possession of a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, and illegal possession of a firearm…North Tonawanda · North Tonawanda Read Article

Teen arrested in North Tonawanda shooting incident - Newport Dispatch

NORTH TONAWANDA — The North Tonawanda Police Department responded to the 400 block of Oliver Street for reports of shots fired Thursday at approximately 12:40 p.m. Officers arrived on scene and determined no one had been struck by gunfire. The scene was processed and an investigation was immediately commenced. As a result of the investigation a 16-year-old male suspect was quickly identified. The male suspect was located by members of the North …North Tonawanda · North Tonawanda Read Article

'It was very easy to switch': Independent pharmacies in WNY stepping up for customers as Rite Aid stores close

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A local pharmacy owner is looking to help fill the void as dozens of Rite Aid stores in Western New York close their doors.The closure of the stores has many customers concerned about where to get their prescriptions filled.Moden-Giroux Inc. has seven family pharmacies throughout the Northtowns and our more rural communities. The company is willing to take any Rite Aid prescription and is willing to deliver.WATCH: 'It was very easy to switch': I…Rite Aid · North Tonawanda Read Article

Bachman-Turner Overdrive announces fall Roll On Down The Highway tour dates

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Jeremychanphotography/Getty Images Bachman-Turner Overdrive has extended their Roll On Down The Highway 2025 tour into the fall. The “Taking Care of Business” rockers have announced eight new East Coast dates, kicking off Oct. 23 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The tour hits Connecticut, Maryland, New Jersey and Washington, D.C., before wrapping Nov. 3 in North Tonawanda, New York. Tickets for all shows go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. local time. Bachm…North Tonawanda · North Tonawanda See the Story

Vehicle Theft on the Rise in North Tonawanda, Residents Urged to Be Vigilant

Early this morning, June 5th, a 2019 Volkswagen Atlas SUV was stolen from a driveway on 7th Avenue. According to the North Tonawanda Police Department, this marks the third reported vehicle theft in recent weeks. The incident occurred around 4:00am when a black male exited a white Jeep with tinted windows and black rims and proceeded to steal the victim's vehicle. The stolen SUV is a black 2019 Volkswagen Atlas with New York license plate number…SUV · North Tonawanda See the Story

Riverfront Vista Project in NT gets another Financial Boost - Buffalo Rising

Back in 2020, we posted that significant property in N. Tonawanda was on the market. The 235 River Road portfolio, being listed by Hanna Commercial Real Estate, was set at $889,000. Fast forward five years and Mayor Austin Tylec and Lumber City Development Corporation have announced that Governor Kathy Hochul recently awarded $1 million toward the $33.3 million Riverfront Vista Project, to be built at 235 River Road. The funding is part of more …Property · North Tonawanda Read Article