Fri, Aug 21st 2026 06:05 am
Trophies are the first thing you'll see and the last thing you'll hear about at Adell's School of Dance.
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Fri, Aug 21st 2026 06:00 am
The Lower Niagara River has long been known as one of the region's premier fishing destinations, but two recent charity tournaments showed the river can provide much more than great fishing.
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Mon, Aug 17th 2026 05:30 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is accepting entries for a special permit to hunt waterfowl at two popular wildlife management areas (WMAs) in Western New York. The special permit will allow duck hunting on the first Saturday and first Sunday of the western zone duck season at Oak Orchard and Tonawanda WMAs.
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Sat, Aug 15th 2026 08:50 am
Syracuse is hosting a men's basketball exhibition game against Niagara on Saturday, Oct. 24, at 3 p.m. at KeyBank Center in Buffalo. It marks the second consecutive season the Orange have played at KeyBank Center. Last October, Syracuse hosted Buffalo in an exhibition tilt.
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 07:05 am
Lewiston's bowling alley is poised for another evolution.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 08:10 pm
For the first time ever, the Professional Disc Golf Association will host its amateur championship in the Buffalo Niagara Region this month. The event will bring about 350 athletes and their families from 44 states and 11 countries to the area over the week, with tournament play held in Erie and Niagara counties.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 03:55 pm
The Lewiston Event Center has shared news of a change in leadership.
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Thu, Aug 6th 2026 02:30 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced hunting and trapping licenses and deer management permits (DMPs) for the 2026-27 season are now on sale.
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Mon, Aug 3rd 2026 04:40 pm
Niagara Falls City Council Member Bridgette Myles announced the expansion of the city's night gym pilot program, securing $15,000 in New York state funding to bring evening youth programming to a second location extending access to a younger and underserved segment of the city's youth population.
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Mon, Aug 3rd 2026 04:40 pm
CAN-USA Sports has reached an agreement with 16 Athletics for the sale of the Niagara Falls Americans PGCBL Franchise. The Niagara Falls Americans will remain in the PGCBL for the 2027 season.
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Mon, Jul 20th 2026 04:30 pm
Project Play Western New York (WNY) announced nominations for its Coaches Honor Roll Awards and Dick Gallagher Lifetime Service Award are open. Individuals and organizations from Western New York are invited to nominate youth sports coaches from non-scholastic programs for the recognitions.
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Fri, Jul 17th 2026 02:00 pm
The Niagara Pioneer Renegades won the under 16 boys division of the Niagara Pioneer Soccer International Soccer Tournament held at Fort Niagara State Park on the weekend of July 11-12.
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Fri, Jul 17th 2026 01:55 pm
Members of Project Future will participate in the second annual Grand Master Heisner Legacy Kick-A-Thon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at the Niagara Community Church Gym, 10500 Cayuga Drive, Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:30 am
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is providing consumers with important water safety tips to support a fun, safe summer.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 11:55 am
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced a "Free Fishing Weekend" will take place June 27-28 as part of six designated "Free Fishing Days" that take place each year in New York. During these days, the fishing license requirement is waived for freshwater fishing on state waters.
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Tue, Jun 23rd 2026 05:35 pm
The Niagara Pioneer Renegades U16 boys soccer team won the Wilson Soccer Tournament U17 division over Father's Day weekend.
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Tue, Jun 23rd 2026 02:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul, the Buffalo Bills and Erie County on Tuesday celebrated the official completion of the new $2.1 billion Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park.
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2026 10:15 am
Niagara Pioneer Raptors won the boys under-13 division at the Wilson Youth Soccer Father's Day Tournament this past weekend. The Raptors defeated the Kenmore Gladiators, 1-0, in the championship game after defeating West Seneca Blitz and Amherst Silver Storm in earlier matches.
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2026 10:05 am
This summer, the BoatUS Foundation is urging boaters and coastal residents to help address the issue of abandoned and derelict vessels (ADVs) by reporting them through the nation's only and first-of-its-kind national abandoned vessel database.
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Tue, Jun 9th 2026 01:40 pm
Empire State Development is reminding soccer fans across Western New York that free, public community watch parties are locked in at three premier Buffalo locations for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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Fri, May 29th 2026 06:55 am
Dedicating the May 6 flag football game to Leah Mayer was something that player Kennady Ulrich asked her team to do.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 05:50 pm
The Niagara Falls Country Club proudly announces the celebration of its 125th anniversary, marking more than a century of rich history, exceptional golf, and a strong commitment to community.
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
On Tuesday, Niagara County 1st District Legislator Irene Myers, 2nd District Legislator Michael Casale and Destination Niagara USA Outdoor Promotions Director Frank Campbell visited The Wicked Worm live bait and tackle store on the Village of Youngstown waterfront, where the elected leaders presented a check to the Niagara River Anglers Association. The funding, $1,250, will support a youth fishing contest scheduled for Saturday, June 13.
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Thu, May 21st 2026 07:00 am
The Niagara media event once again showcased why the waters of the Niagara Frontier continue to earn recognition as one of the premier freshwater fishing destinations in North America.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 08:05 am
Smelt Festival is a time to celebrate local fishing - and there are more opportunities these days thanks to the efforts of local anglers and charter captains.
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Fri, May 8th 2026 11:15 am
May is National Bicycle Safety Month, a chance to highlight cycling as both a practical way to get around and a meaningful part of a healthy lifestyle. This year, AAA Western and Central New York is partnering with Bert's Bikes & Fitness to promote safety for both cyclists and drivers.
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Fri, May 8th 2026 11:15 am
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the formal reopening of the fishing and boating access site located at 880 Harlem Road in West Seneca. DEC recently joined the Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper and other partners for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the project.
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Thu, Apr 30th 2026 03:50 pm
Destination Niagara USA will welcome 13 leading outdoor journalists and content creators to Niagara Falls USA for its 26th annual fishing media event, taking place May 3-9.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 01:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced Buffalo's Silo City will serve as a premier destination for the FIFA World Cup 2026, projecting five select matches onto the towering facades of its historic grain elevators.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 01:05 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the season-opener for walleye, northern pike, tiger muskellunge, and pickerel will begin May 1.
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2026 11:00 pm
The National Gay Flag Football League (NGFFL) is proud to announce that Buffalo was selected as the host city for Gay Bowl XXVII, the organization's premier championship tournament. The event will take place in October 2027 and is expected to draw more than 2,500 athletes, in addition to spectators, supporters and volunteers from across the U.S. and Canada.
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Fri, Apr 17th 2026 07:00 am
A varsity baseball coach at Grand Island High School celebrated his 300th career win on April 1 against Amherst. Dean Santorio marked the occasion as the Grand Island Vikings defeated Amherst, 12-0.
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Wed, Apr 15th 2026 09:20 am
The Buffalo Sabres are heading to the playoffs, and Tops Friendly Markets - proud official grocery partner of the Buffalo Sabres - is ready to celebrate alongside fans across Western New York.
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Tue, Apr 14th 2026 11:00 am
Arthur William Johnson, 83, of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away April 10, 2026, following a long illness. He was a dear husband, brother, uncle, father and friend. Prior to moving to Florida, Arthur served as a business teacher and coach at Niagara Wheatfield High School. His impact on youth sports in the Buffalo area was celebrated. His loss will be felt deeply.
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Thu, Apr 9th 2026 12:55 pm
The Buffalo Sabres today announced the rosters for the 20th Scotty Bowman Showcase. The event will take place Monday, April 13, at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 10:45 am
On Friday, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 12 community-based projects across seven regions of New York were selected as awardees through the New York State Community World Cup Grant program. State funding will support locally organized public viewing events and related programming tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Fri, Mar 27th 2026 04:50 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced an April 1 start of the spring trout fishing season, which provides excellent angling opportunities for wild and stocked trout.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 08:25 pm
The City of Niagara Falls and the Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club are partnering to launch a "night gym" pilot program designed specifically for local youth ages 16-18.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 08:55 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton on Monday announced another year of safe hunting.
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Thu, Feb 19th 2026 06:05 pm
Niagara Frontier Golf Club has named Niagara Falls native Kurt Vogel to the position of PGA head golf professional, announced Thomas J. Baia, president of the board of directors. Vogel will begin his duties in March at the 96-year-old club located on Lake Road in Niagara County.
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