Thu, Jul 17th 2025 12:05 pm
Project Play Western New York (WNY) is pleased to announce that nominations for its Coaches Honor Roll Awards and Dick Gallagher Lifetime Service Award are now 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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Thu, Jul 17th 2025 11:30 am
The Niagara Pioneer International Soccer Tournament welcomed over 160 teams and more than 5,000 people to Fort Niagara State Park on July 12-13 for the 40th anniversary tournament.
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Thu, Jul 17th 2025 11:00 am
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced a new state record brook trout. Benjamin Ferguson, a dedicated brook trout angler from Lowville, Lewis County, caught a 22-inch, 6-pound-3-ounce "brookie" from the St. Regis Canoe Area on July 5, edging out the 2013 record by 3 ounces. The record-breaking fish was caught while slow trolling a Lake Clear Wabbler.
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Tue, Jul 8th 2025 08:40 pm
Niagara University is proud to announce the introduction of a new women's flag football program as part of the institution's continued commitment to club sports and holistic student development.
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 12:55 pm
The heat is on in Western and Central New York, as summer has arrived. Unfortunately, every year in the U.S., there are an estimated 4,000 unintentional drownings, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Thu, Jul 3rd 2025 07:00 am
Grand Island High School is proud to announce the second class of inductees into the Grand Island Vikings Athletic Hall of Fame. This distinguished group of athletes, coaches and contributors will be honored during the Hall of Fame Weekend, Oct. 3-4, celebrating decades of excellence and commitment to Viking athletics.
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Fri, Jun 20th 2025 11:00 am
As young families and the number of children grow in the Village of Youngstown, so, too, are opportunities for these youth.
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Tue, Jun 17th 2025 07:00 pm
The celebration continues for Buffalo's lacrosse champions! Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino will host the world champion Buffalo Bandits and the coveted National Lacrosse League (NLL) Cup for a special event at 4 p.m. Thursday, June 19. The celebration will take place outside of the casino's main entrance.
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Mon, Jun 16th 2025 10:50 am
Niagara Pioneer Raptors won the boys under-12 division at the Wilson Youth Soccer Father's Day Tournament this past weekend.
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Mon, Jun 16th 2025 10:45 am
Summer has arrived, and in Erie County, boating is one of the clearest indicators of the season. Whether you're visiting Erie Basin Marina, fishing in the Niagara River, cruising through Canalside, or heading to the Point Abino Lighthouse, Western New York offers a wealth of waterways that provide excellent recreational opportunities for boating enthusiasts.
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Thu, Jun 12th 2025 11:35 am
The spotlight was shining on our local fishery, even if the sun was not during a flood of media visits in the past month.
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Wed, Jun 11th 2025 03:15 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced the open (harvest) season for largemouth and smallmouth bass, collectively known as black bass, begins June 15 and runs through Nov. 30.
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Mon, Jun 9th 2025 02:35 pm
From May 20-24, Destination Niagara USA once again hosted outdoor adventure enthusiast and television host Misty Wells, who filmed a new episode of her nationally televised series, "Let's Take It Outside."
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Thu, Jun 5th 2025 12:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced funding is available from the new $100 million Building Recreational Infrastructure for Communities, Kids and Seniors (NY BRICKS) capital grant program. Hochul secured this funding in the FY 2026 enacted budget to support municipalities and nonprofit organizations in building or renovating community centers that promote physical health, mental well-being, and community connections for youth and older adults.
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Thu, Jun 5th 2025 12:25 pm
The NFL Foundation announced it is awarding grants totaling approximately $1 million to more than 400 NFL players, legends and coaches who are hosting free youth football camps in communities across the country this summer.
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Thu, Jun 5th 2025 12:20 pm
Information for safe, legal and environmentally friendly boating on New York state waters in 2025 is now available from NY Sea Grant at www.nyseagrant.org/safeboating. NYSG has updated resources and links on the website to help novice and experienced boaters.
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:05 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation reminds recreationists to "Clean. Drain. Dry." boats, trailers, fishing gear, and other equipment before launching in New York's waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS).
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Wed, May 21st 2025 07:15 pm
The Niagara Pioneer Renegades under 15 boys soccer team advanced to the New York State West Soccer Association State Cup semifinals in Cortland. The Renegades will play Syracuse Development Academy in the State Cup semifinal on May 31.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation begins its recreational boating season to coincide with National Safe Boating Week.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
May is National Bicycle Safety Month, a celebration of biking as transportation and recreation that is essential to our well-being and everyday lives. Bike to Work Week wraps up on Sunday, May 18, with Bike to Work Day falling on May 16. The events are designed to encourage people to find ways to celebrate biking every day.
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Tue, Apr 29th 2025 02:05 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Acting Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced the fishing season for walleye, northern pike, pickerel and tiger muskellunge begins May 1.
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Fri, Apr 25th 2025 07:00 am
With baseball season in full swing, it is a timely opportunity to unravel the complicated history between baseball and tobacco products.
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Mon, Apr 21st 2025 01:20 pm
Take part in Slow Roll Buffalo's first Monday night community ride of 2025 pedaling-off from Shea's Buffalo Theatre at 6:30 p.m. May 5. The ride, a collaboration between Shea's Performing Arts Center and Slow Roll Buffalo, celebrates theater in Buffalo - including the upcoming 100th anniversary of Shea's Buffalo Theatre.
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Mon, Apr 21st 2025 11:25 am
Step out of the gym and onto the stage, in this first-ever opportunity to enjoy a spin class on the stage at Shea's Buffalo Theatre. "Spin on the Shea's Stage" will take place at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 6. Proceeds from the event, led by Shea's Young Professionals, benefit Shea's Performing Arts Center (including ongoing restoration of Shea's Buffalo Theatre).
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Fri, Apr 11th 2025 07:35 pm
Buffalo Pro Soccer announced plans to construct a 7,600-seat, privately funded stadium near the Buffalo River in the city's Valley neighborhood. Set to be located at Elk and Lee streets, the stadium will serve as a driving force in the development of a new entertainment district that is taking shape in the City of Buffalo.
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Thu, Apr 10th 2025 03:15 pm
Western New York residents have an exciting opportunity to make a difference in their community by joining Soccer for Success as coach-mentors for the 2025 sessions. Through the Independent Health Foundation, Soccer for Success offers paid coach-mentor positions, starting at $17.75 per hour, where individuals will work with youth in grades K-8 from Buffalo and Lackawanna.
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Thu, Apr 10th 2025 10:00 am
After a number of delays, the fish-cleaning station and the upper bathrooms in Lewiston's waterfront area are finally open. The fish grinder in the building is now "industrial strength" and should ward off breakdowns in the future; the bathrooms are also very welcome following the remodel's completion. There are now two separate bathrooms in the building.
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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 02:15 pm
Registrations for the 31st annual Nancy Price Memorial Run are underway, with the race date set for May 9 this year.
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Fri, Mar 28th 2025 05:10 pm
The Buffalo Sabres on Friday announced the rosters for the 19th Scotty Bowman Showcase Presented by AMR.
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Fri, Mar 28th 2025 10:55 am
The Grand Island Board of Education honored Brooke Christensen, senior track and field athlete, at its meeting held Tuesday at Grand Island High School.
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Fri, Mar 28th 2025 07:00 am
Grand Island High School is now accepting nominations for the Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2025. The nomination window is open through Friday, April 18.
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Fri, Mar 14th 2025 07:00 am
It is said that March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. After this winter, I can only hope that saying is true.
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Mon, Mar 10th 2025 07:40 pm
Since 2009, Capstream Technologies LLC has provided premiere audio and visual solutions to businesses and organizations across Western New York. This baseball season, Capstream has been tapped by the Buffalo Bisons to be an integral part of improving the audio and visual gameday experience for baseball fans at Sahlen Field.
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Wed, Feb 12th 2025 08:35 pm
After several weeks of unstable weather and big winds ushering in a constant change from cold to warm and back again, the weather has become more stable, although cold.
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Fri, Feb 7th 2025 09:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the six designated "Free Fishing Days" in New York state, encouraging people to get offline and get outside to enjoy these affordable outdoor recreation opportunities statewide.
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Thu, Feb 6th 2025 12:20 pm
Buffalo Pro Soccer announced the acquisition of the FC Buffalo Youth Academy. This milestone marks a transformative moment for soccer in Western New York, paving the way for young athletes to access a talent development pipeline that will guide them from local youth fields to the highest levels of global soccer - allowing them to develop their skills at home while preparing to compete on the biggest stages.
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Thu, Feb 6th 2025 12:15 pm
The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) announced the launch of "Take a Pause," a new PSA campaign highlighting the steps New Yorkers can take to understand the risks and ensure responsible gambling, in particular for those who participate in mobile sports betting.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 07:00 am
As winter settles in here on the Niagara Frontier we have two choices: Either stay indoors next to a warm fire or try to find things to embrace and enjoy what the area has to offer in the coldest part of the year.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 01:40 pm
The Greater Niagara Fishing Expo is set to celebrate its 10th annual event from Feb. 13-16, at the Niagara Falls Convention Center. Renowned for its emphasis on education, this premier fishing expo will feature over 250 seminars led by local, regional and national experts, all included with the price of admission.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
The Buffalo Sabres announced Tim DiGiulio was named the recipient of the 2025 J. Michael Duffett Memorial Award, presented each year to the coach whose contributions to amateur hockey in Western New York "best exemplify the knowledge, teaching, love of the game and gentle humanity of Mike."
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