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1,643 homes in North Tonawanda now have access to Greenlight’s fiber network, with more on the way! If you live in one of these Greenlight districts shown below and want to make the switch to fiber, use this link to place your order: Check Availability – Greenlight Networks Greenlight also has preliminary pole work in 5 new North Tonawanda Greenlight Districts. Residents in these districts can sign up for email updates and notifications once construction begins.   You can use the interactive map to see what Greenlight district your street is in: Greenlight Networks Buffalo Niagara District Map (arcgis.com).   More residents will

The Niagara County Department of Health (NCDOH) is holding a FREE rabies clinic at the City of North Tonawanda Public Works Department, 758 Erie Avenue, on: Saturday December 10, 2022 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon All appointments are by reservation only. Please go to www.niagaracounty.com/health and click on the “Rabies Information” icon and follow the link under rabies clinic to register. Those unable to register online may call (716) 439-7444 for registration assistance. Please note that once appointment slots have filled, registration for this event will close. Rabies Vaccination Clinics have returned to “walk through” to accommodate as many

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Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter Angelia, from the City of Tonawanda, has been reported missing by her family. She has been missing for a total of four days. A missing persons report was filed with Tonawanda Police. Anyone with information about Angelia’s whereabouts can call the City of Tonawanda Police Department at (716) 692-2121.

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Joe Loncar Hello North Tonawanda residents.  My name is Joe Loncar, and I would like to formally announce my candidacy for Alderman-at-Large. My beautiful wife Kristin and I are life-long residents of North Tonawanda and met while attending North Tonawanda High School. We married shortly after my graduation from Buffalo State College in 2008 and decided there is no better place to lay down roots and raise our now six children than this wonderful city. My world revolves around my children. As they

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter Former Rich Products Corp. labor relations executive Sil Dan Jr. will seek the Republican line to represent the people of North Tonawanda’s 9th Legislative District in county government, saying that “our city’s residents are no longer being represented by the people they elected to work for them.” Dan, a semi-retired business consultant who also volunteers and works part-time at First United Methodist Church, where he is a communicant, said that he was distraught to see government “become a revolving door of

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter Mayor Art Pappas announced a new path forward as the city emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, The Lumber City COVID Relief Initiative. With the passage of the massive federal stimulus bill, North Tonawanda is slated to receive $3.3 million in federal aid which will help as the city emerges from the most prolonged crisis the city has faced in decades. While the City Council has been faced with lower revenues and cuts in state aid due to the pandemic, the city

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter City of North Tonawanda Mayor Arthur G. Pappas and the Common Council would like to let the residents of North Tonawanda know that, as of Monday, March 15th, the street parking ban will be lifted. If a winter storm does arrive, we request the residents to use judgement and remove their vehicles from the street.

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter Donna Braun today announced her candidacy for North Tonawanda Clerk-Treasurer, a position she was appointed to last August by the City Council.  Prior the appointment, Braun had served seven years as Second Ward Alderwoman on the City Council. “The Clerk-Treasurer position is really about running the nuts and bolts of the city’s finances, along with providing residents with the services offered through the Clerk’s office.” said Braun.  “My private sector experience managing bank accounts, reconciling payments, overseeing vendor contracts and so

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter Robert D. Schmigel, of North Tonawanda, NY is announcing his intent in running for re-election to the city’s First Ward, as Alderman. Schmigel, who was first elected to the North Tonawanda Common Council in 2019 is seeking his second term for several reasons. He listed the Covid-19 pandemic as somewhat crippling to his vision to see continued small business growth not only on the Oliver Street corridor (away from the downtown district), but Meadow Drive and the vacancies left by both

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter 2ND Ward Alderman Frank DiBernardo will ask voters to allow him to continue in the role to focus on several efforts to continue moving NT forward. His focus on improving economic development, addressing fiscal opportunities, restoring pride and safety to our neighborhoods, and making NT a choice of destination for future residents and visitors. Frank DiBernardo is a lifelong resident of NT, is married and has three grown children. He holds degrees in, Bachelor of Science in Engineering and a Master

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter Austin Tylec, who currently serves as Alderman – at- Large in the City of North Tonawanda, NY, announced on Tuesday, March 2nd, 2021, his candidacy for the Office of Mayor of the City of North Tonawanda, NY . As a City Alderman, Tylec is known for his government transparency and his data driven vison for North Tonawanda which resulted in his landslide victory in his very first run for office. His Mayoral campaign will continue to focus on governing proactively and

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter Niagara County Legislators Rich Andres, Randy Bradt and Jesse Gooch today joined Niagara County Public Health Director Daniel J. Stapleton in announcing that Niagara County will be relocating its COVID-19 vaccination Point of Dispensing (POD) clinic from the Kenan Arena in Lockport to Gratwick Fire Hose Company #6 in North Tonawanda beginning the second week in March.   Appointments are required for Niagara County Department of Health PODS. For appointment information please visit:  https://www.niagaracounty.com/health/Services/Public-Health-Preparedness/2019-Novel-Coronavirus-COVID-19/COVID-19-Vaccination).  “The Niagara County Department of Health is the

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter Salisbury Rick has been the dog control officer of North Tonawanda for several years and has done an incredible job of rescuing abused dogs and helping to reunite lost dogs with their grateful owners. Such a good job, in fact, that North Tonawanda residents rallied for the city to grant him more hours to assist even more animals. A job like this is not for the faint of heart as sometimes you have to see things no one would ever want

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Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter North Tonawanda City Council President Bob Pecoraro announced his candidacy for Mayor of North Tonawanda today. Pecoraro stated that he would seek endorsements of the Republican and Conservative committees. “North Tonawanda is on the upswing as economic development can be seen across our city, and our efforts at revitalization are paying off,” said Pecoraro. “I believe I am the right candidate to continue this renaissance while also bringing fiscal discipline to City Hall.” Pecoraro devoted over 30 years of his life

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter The City of North Tonawanda will be hosting a public ‘Welcome to Webster Street’ event for Downtown North Tonawanda’s newest business – SPoT Coffee – on Friday, February 19th at 1:00 PM. Located at the newly redeveloped 54 Webster Street, SPoT Coffee features a robust beverage menu with coffee, tea, espresso and smoothies. Using only the freshest ingredients, and with an eye for unique and colorful flavor, their daily menu features breakfast and lunch items such as salads, sandwiches, baked goods,

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter The City of North Tonawanda Mayor’s Office released a press statement regarding what they deem “confusion and misinformation” as it pertains to the AIM funding for the city. A full release is included below:     There has been some confusion and misinformation out there regarding the AIM funding for the city. Here are the bullet points regarding AIM funding and the steps we took as a city: Background:  Aid and Incentives to Municipalities (AIM) funding is the unrestricted State aid

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter The Mayor of North Tonawanda, Arthur Pappas, released a statement on Tuesday, February 9th, 2021, announcing that he would not seek re-election for mayor. The full statement is included below:     To residents of North Tonawanda: This is my formal announcement that I will not be seeking re-election during this year’s upcoming election cycle. I have always been proud of my contributions to my community through teaching, youth programs, as a school board member, among many other volunteer activities, but

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter The City of North Tonawanda has announced a new initiative to engage with residents which includes a weekly update from the Mayor’s Office. On Friday, February 5th, 2021, Mayor Arthur Pappas released the following update: (1) The ice-skating rinks at Pine Woods Park are up and Running! There are two rinks this year. One for skating and the other for hockey. Thank you to the Parks and Recreation department for maintaining the rinks. (2) We want to thank our City Engineer

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter Due to the uncertainty of the restrictions going forward for COVID-19, unfortunately the Mayor’s Charity Snowflake Ball will not be held in February.  Since masks and social distancing are in effect as well as groups no larger than 25 people gathering the Ball seems impossible to host this year. In addition, it is difficult to ask the local businesses of the area to make substantial donations as they have in the past since they are struggling to keep their businesses going

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter The North Tonawanda Department of Youth, Recreation, Parks & Seniors has announced they are accepting in-office appointments for Golf ID/Pass registrations for Deerwood Golf Course. Customers can book an appointment online at www.ntparksrec.com or by calling 695-8520. Golf ID/passes will not be available for renewal online as all ID pictures need to be updated and new passes distributed due to updates in the system. Residents are reminded they need to bring a valid driver license and one additional form of residency

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter The North Tonawanda Fire Department announced the passing of retired Firefighter Dave Szukala. Szukala was hired January 1, 1965 and retired September 4, 1998. He is best remembered for his time working on Platoon 4 at Truck 2 on Vandervoort St and Truck 1 on Nash Rd, the position from which he retired. In his spare time he enjoyed golfing and bowling, and for many years could be found working the Pro Shop at Deluxe Lanes. Szukala was also the Father

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Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Arthur Pappas Mayor of North Tonawanda As 2020 draws to a close it is the hope that 2021 will be a much better year for everyone.  This past year has been unprecedented to say the least.  The hardships endured have been stressful on all.  Loss of jobs, schooling going hybrid and virtual, businesses closed, events cancelled, and worst of all, those who became ill or lost a life due to COVID-19 weighed heavy on residents. Through it all, people have endured and put

Please click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Reporter Staff December 16, 2020 – Over 200 North Tonawanda families will be getting help from Box of Hope again this Christmas. Every child in all of the registered households will receive a gift along with boxes of non-perishable food items delivered to their home on December 17th. “This is about more than food and gifts.” said Pastor Chad from Lumber City Church in North Tonawanda. “It’s about showing our community what can happen when we unite and work together. Especially this

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter The City of North Tonawanda announced in November that they would continue their annual Christmas Lighting Contest this year. The contest is entirely community based and residents could nominate their own home or another throughout the city. The City announced the winner of the “People’s Choice Award” on Tuesday, December 15th, 2020, to be 683 Shad Street. Congratulations!!!

Click the link below to subscribe to SPECIAL REPORTS from the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter The North Tonawanda Police Department announced on Monday, December 14th, 2020, the death of retired Captain Glenn Gardner. Captain Gardner graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1964.  Following his high school education he obtained Associates Degrees in Business Administration and Police Science, and a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice. Captain Gardner dedicated his life to service.   In 1968 he joined the United States Army and attained the rank of Sergeant before being honorably discharged in 1974, after two years of

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Art Pappas Mayor of North Tonawanda As the COVID-19 virus cases continue to rise and our city is of major concern to the Governor, we must take every precaution to help keep the rate of infection low.  The neighboring counties are reaching levels that may put them in the orange and eventually red zone.  It is our hope that NT does not fall into that scenario. For that reason, the Youth Center will remain closed, but

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter The City of North Tonawanda, Mayor and Common Council announced the regulating of smoking at City Parks in a proclamation at the latest Common Council meeting. The proclamation read as follows: WHEREAS, tobacco related illness is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States; and WHEREAS, exposure to secondhand smoke causes death and many diseases including cancer; and WHEREAS, the U.S. Surgeon General concluded in a 2004 report that smoking has a

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Arthur Pappas Mayor of North Tonawanda City of North Tonawanda Mayor Arthur G. Pappas would like to remind the residents of North Tonawanda of the off-street parking restrictions will begin on November 1st. There is no parking permitted on any City street between the hours of 3 A.M. and 6 A.M. until April 1st.

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter Colonel Robert Pecoraro, USAF (ret.), North Tonawanda’s Alderman-at-Large and Assembly Candidate for the 140th District, will fight any tax increase proposed in North Tonawanda’s 2020-2021 Fiscal Budget. “Mayor Arthur Pappas just released his budget, identifying a 6.52% increase in property tax revenue for North Tonawanda. His budget message highlighted: ‘…the challenges we have faced this year are unlike anything we have ever had to deal with before. With Federal, state and county budgets deeply

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Thomas E. Krantz Chief of Police Remy is a four month old Goldendoodle that is owned by Det. Lt. Michelle Day, (pictured with Remy). Remy will be utilized to provide emotional support for crime victims and people who have experienced traumatic events. Research has shown that child victims have a 50% increase in disclosures when dogs are used in an interview. Remy will also be used for follow up investigations regarding mental health and domestic calls. She

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Arthur Pappas Mayor of North Tonawanda This year presents new ideas and challenges for the holidays.  Since we are still attempting to keep the rate of COVID-19 infection low there are new guidelines for Halloween from the CDC.  Their recommendations are to avoid door-to-door trick or treating although Governor Cuomo did say it was allowed in NYS.  However, CDC also advises against costume masks and using cloth masks instead. It is also recommended that attending large

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Reporter Staff Niagara County Legislator Jesse Gooch is seeking to lead a movement and put pressure on Governor Andrew Cuomo to open entertainment venues such as The Riviera Theatre in North Tonawanda. Despite having a re-opening plan at 25% capacity that was approved by the Niagara County Health Department, NYS refuses to give the green light for any such venue to open across the state. “Since 1926 the Riviera Theatre has been a staple in our

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Thomas Krantz North Tonawanda Police Chief The North Tonawanda Police Reform committee had its first meeting on September 24, 2020. During the meeting everyone had a chance to introduce themselves and bring up any concerns they had involving the police department.  The main focus of the conversations came down to mental health and substance abuse issues and the need for the police to be better trained in deescalating these type of calls and recognizing that these

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Arthur Pappas Mayor of North Tonawanda As COVID 19 restrictions continue in NYS, budgetary practices are difficult to finalize.  The process has been ongoing to develop a budget for 2021.  Keeping this in mind, I want to inform residents that the date of Oct. 1, 2020 will require an extension.  Citing various factors for the delay are as follows: –       State aid was cut this year by 20% –       The

In the uncertain times that we live in at the moment, it is useful to have warning systems in place to allow people to be ready to take whatever action is necessary at the time. Such systems have existed for various reasons for decades now, with most of them being used during the Second World War through air raid sirens and other audible signals to warn people to take cover due to an impending bombing run. Even today, the United States operates a text-based warning system which can trigger if a nuclear weapon is launched towards it. This system was

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Reporter Staff Elected officials across Niagara County including State Senator Rob Ortt, Mayor Arthur Pappas, County Legislators Jesse Gooch and Rich Andres, North Tonawanda Alderman-at-Large Bob Pecoraro, and others, gathered at the Riviera Theatre to call on Governor Andrew Cuomo to allow for the reopening of live production venues.  “The theatre has worked with local health officials and has developed a plan to ensure for a safe reopening,” said Senator Ortt. “Unfortunately, they have been ignored

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter A proclamation was given thanking the residents of North Tonawanda for being proactive with the 2020 Census. “The United States Census has been ongoing and is important to note this means a lot to our community” Alderman Robert Pecoraro said. “I personally want to thank Karl Bauer, a 2020 Census Enumerator, for bringing this to our attention. Although we are successful, we need to push the census across the goal line. Our attempt to

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter On Tuesday, September 1st, 2020, three trainees of the North Tonawanda Auxiliary Police were sworn-in by Mayor Art Pappas in the presence of the Common Council. Photographed left to right is Ofc. Johnathan Bondi, Ofc. Joshua Stefanski, and Ofc. John Shank. Congratulations!!

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Reporter Staff Painters Plus Home Decorating announced the winner of the 10th Annual Project HOPE today! “Today is the day we announce our Project HOPE (helping others paint exteriors) winner,” said owner Jesse Gooch. “This year is especially special to us as it is our 10th year!We can proudly say we have been doing this for a decade and we do not plan to stop in the near future! Every year we choose one lucky winner

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter Congressman Brian Higgins, along with Leaders from North Tonawanda will be at Fire Headquarters on Wednesday, September 2nd, 2020, at 2:30pm, to announce a grant for the North Tonawanda Fire Department to replace all attack and supply lines throughout the department. This upgrade is needed for the fire department to continue to run smoothly and efficiently. City of North Tonawanda Mayor Arthur G. Pappas, Congressman Brain Higgins, City of North Tonawanda Attorney Luke Brown,

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Reporter Staff Leaders from North Tonawanda held a swearing in ceremony on the steps of City Hall today, Wednesday, August 19th, to swear in 97-year-old William ‘Bill’ Gosch, a WWII Veteran, to serve as a temporary replacement for 2nd Ward Alderwoman Donna Braun.     One of the reasons Gosch was selected was his life-long dedication to the City of North Tonawanda. “It’s the greatest place in the world to live,” said Gosch. Gosch was joined

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter The North Tonawanda Common Council moved to appoint current 2nd Ward Alderman Donna Braun as the new Clerk-Treasurer during a meeting on Tuesday, August 18th, 2020. The Clerk-Treasurer vacancy was created after Matt Parish, who was recently elected to the position, sent in a letter of resignation earlier in August. According to county records, Parish was offered at job at Niagara County as Deputy Clerk. According to the City of North Tonawanda, six individuals

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter Leaders from North Tonawanda will hold a swearing in ceremony on the steps of City Hall on Wednesday, August 19th, 2020, at 3:30 to swear ​in 97-year-old​ William “Bill” Gosch to serve as a temporary replacement for 2nd Ward Alderwoman Donna Braun. Braun was selected by the Common Council on Tuesday, August 18th, 2020, to serve as the City’s Clerk-Treasurer. Gosch, a lifelong resident of the Lumber City, will serve as a temporary replacement

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9       By: Jeffrey Zellner North Tonawanda City Accountant I am new; I was on the job for a month by the end of this audit process which has been dragging on for over seven months. – I, like you, read the audit as a draft and was very nervous. As the accountant, I understand it is my responsibility to provide the mayor and the council with timely and accurate data and an accurate picture of the city’s

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Staff Reporter The North Tonawanda Common Council will be accepting resumés for the vacant City Clerk/Treasurer position.     Any North Tonawanda resident interested in applying for the position is asked to submit and resumè and cover letter to City Hall. The deadline for applications is Tuesday, August 11th, 2020, at 12:00pm.

Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9     By: Reporter Staff The City of North Tonawanda released the following statement regarding the New York State Controller’s Audit that was released on Friday, August 7th, 2020. This is our statement from the Mayor and North Tonawanda City Council in response to the recent NYS Comptroller’s audit: The audit contains many suggestions which have and will be implemented. NT has paid its bills and made all payrolls. NT has seen unprecedented growth of business in the past