Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 09:55 am
New York had one of the steepest drops of any state in international tourism in 2025, with overseas travelers falling 3% - a loss of over 176,000 visitors - second only to California, according to an analysis released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.
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Wed, Apr 1st 2026 07:55 pm
Great Place To Work and Fortune media have recognized Wegmans Food Markets Inc. as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2026.
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Fri, Mar 27th 2026 08:00 am
New Frontier House pay-for-parking signs won't be installed for at least another month, as the Village of Lewiston Zoning Board of Appeals tabled a motion Tuesday requesting placement of between five and eight markers at the historic Center Street site.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 02:55 pm
The Spill Your Creativity Culture Lab opened its doors with a red ribbon-cutting on Saturday at 400 West Ave., City of Lockport.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 08:00 pm
National Grid has been named a recipient of the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Emergency Response Award. Presented annually to EEI member companies, the award recognizes heroic recovery efforts by electric companies following service disruptions caused by extreme weather or other natural events.
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Fri, Mar 20th 2026 11:50 am
On Friday, Empire State Development provided a project update on next steps for construction that will begin transforming Buffalo's Broadway Market into a sustainable and vibrant year-round food and shopping hub.
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Fri, Mar 20th 2026 07:30 am
Customers can visit Warren's Village Hardware in Lewiston with confidence.
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Thu, Mar 19th 2026 06:50 pm
Mayor Sean Ryan on Thursday issued an executive order establishing a 60-day moratorium on the issuance of certain demolition permits in the City of Buffalo, effective immediately and lasting until May 18.
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Thu, Mar 19th 2026 10:25 am
Tops Friendly Markets is inviting customers to book their next trip to the news Tops "MoolahVille" - where your grocery shop pays you back. From March 22 through May 23, shoppers at all 147 store locations can enter the whimsical world enchanted by "Moolah" - a Tops-exclusive currency they can earn by collecting coins and keys for redeemable gift cards.
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Thu, Mar 19th 2026 10:20 am
Western New York Book Arts Center announces its 18th annual Edible Book Festival, to be held at 468 Washington St., Buffalo, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, March 28.
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Mon, Mar 16th 2026 04:40 pm
On Monday, the Buffalo City Mission received a Dodge Grand Caravan mobility van donated by the West Herr Automotive Group in conjunction with the "West Herr Cares" program.
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Mon, Mar 16th 2026 12:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the start of construction on a $34.6 million expansion of the historic Shea's Buffalo Theatre - plus an additional commitment of $5 million in capital funding from New York state. Driven by an $18.5 million state investment, the four-story, 25,600-square-foot addition will revitalize the theater experience by introducing a new box office, expanded lobby and event space, concessions at each level, additional bathrooms and critical accessibility upgrades, including three new elevators.
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Mon, Mar 16th 2026 11:30 am
With the official start of spring later this week, it's not too early to start thinking about all things gardening. Lewiston GardenFest organizers are now accepting applications for both vendors and residents interested in sharing their own gardens as part of the annual event, set for Saturday and Sunday, June 20-21, along Center Street in Lewiston.
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Mon, Mar 16th 2026 11:20 am
The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water announced it is now accepting applications for new pilot program for its life jacket loaner program. The pilot will introduce digital check out technology to make borrowing life jackets for a day or weekend easier and more accessible for boaters.
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Fri, Mar 13th 2026 07:10 am
The Village of Lewiston's preseason shopping and dining extravaganza is back!
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Fri, Mar 13th 2026 06:55 am
Lewiston's Stone House may be gone, but its Stonedhouse is just getting going.
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Thu, Mar 12th 2026 05:35 pm
The Niagara Falls National Heritage Area (NFNHA) has partnered with Griffon Brewing to release a special beer for Women's History Month celebrating the remarkable and fearless women who shaped the history of Niagara.
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Thu, Mar 12th 2026 11:55 am
Destination Niagara USA, the destination marketing organization for Niagara County, is seeking nominations for the fourth annual Tourism Employee Spotlight Awards.
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Thu, Mar 12th 2026 11:45 am
Rosina Food Products, the authentic Italian family business behind America's No. 1 frozen meatballs and frozen pasta products, celebrated National Meatball Day the way it knows best: By feeding people and investing in the community it has called home for 63 years.
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Thu, Mar 12th 2026 11:45 am
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) have unveiled a new "My Account" dashboard that customers can access on a computer, tablet or other smart device. The goal of the redesign is to provide customers with as much information as possible, with a simple view, and to help customers understand their bills.
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Thu, Mar 12th 2026 11:00 am
The Buffalo Niagara Builders Association (BNBA) today warned that the state's current energy policies under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) and related electrification mandates risk significantly increasing the cost of building and owning a home, further worsening New York's housing affordability crisis.
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Wed, Mar 11th 2026 09:05 pm
The University at Buffalo and Broadview Federal Credit Union have announced a long-term, multi-tiered partnership that includes naming rights for the Bulls football stadium, basketball arena and an "athletics village," as well as funding for student scholarships and UB's student emergency fund.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 11:45 am
The Buffalo Society of Artists invites the art community and public to celebrate the opening season of the 135th anniversary of the formation of the BSA at the opening reception of the 2026 "Thumb Box" exhibition at 6 p.m. Friday, March 13.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 08:15 am
Park improvements funded in 2025 through Greenway and municipal monies are starting to take shape in the Village of Youngstown.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 07:55 am
As deputy mayor and budget officer for the Village of Youngstown, I am deeply honored to serve our community, and humbled by the trust our residents have placed in me. This is more than a role - it is a responsibility to listen, to lead with integrity, and to ensure that every decision we make reflects the best interests of our village and its people.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 07:00 am
Dr. Glenda R. Rose, Dr. Thomas G. Barba, and the staff of Rose Chiropractic, P.C., in Lewiston, held their 36th annual "Doctors with a Heart Day" on Saturday, Feb. 14.
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Wed, Mar 4th 2026 06:20 pm
Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper was awarded $2 million through the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's Water Quality Improvement Program (WQIP) to implement a large-scale living shoreline restoration project along Gill Creek in Niagara Falls' Hyde Park.
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Mon, Mar 2nd 2026 05:10 pm
The freezer aisle just got a little more fun! Perry's Ice Cream, a beloved leader in real premium ice cream for over 100 years, is excited to welcome two new 1.5-quart flavors "Ice Cream Cake" and "Super Villain," and one new six-pack novelty, "Candy Bash Bars," to its indulgent lineup. These exciting new flavors are innovative, deliciously creamy, and leave no ice cream lover out.
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Mon, Mar 2nd 2026 05:10 pm
New York State Industries for the Disabled Inc. has presented its member agency, The Arc Erie County New York, with a check in the amount of nearly $20,000, which matches the organization's own investment. The combined $40,000 was used to purchase a new vehicle and equipment, enabling the organization to expand service routes and secure new clients through contracted janitorial services to Erie County Senior Services.
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Fri, Feb 27th 2026 01:05 pm
Service is at the heart of everything Intandem does, supporting the lives of people across Western New York, from Cattaraugus to Niagara County.
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Fri, Feb 27th 2026 07:05 am
A new venture in Sandy Beach has people lining up on Saturdays for locally sourced baked goods.
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Wed, Feb 25th 2026 07:55 pm
Schenectady-based Scene One Entertainment, in collaboration with The Benchmark Group, announced it will reopen the Market Arcade 8 located in downtown Buffalo in April.
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Mon, Feb 23rd 2026 05:20 pm
Price Rite Marketplace celebrated its outstanding team of associates on Supermarket Employee Day (Sunday, Feb. 22), a day designated by The Food Industry Association to recognize supermarket employees for their commitment to feeding families and enriching lives.
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Fri, Feb 20th 2026 06:55 am
The Youngstown Business and Professional Association got down to business Feb. 10 at its winter membership meeting at Ray's Tavern in Porter. Attendees learned more about local happenings planned for 2026 - including the annual O'Riordan St. Patrick's Day Parade leading off at noon Saturday, March 14 on Main Street; and YBPA's 15th "Beginning of Summer Street Dance and Car Cruise" set for 6 p.m. Thursday, June 25.
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Thu, Feb 19th 2026 09:35 am
Kenmore Mercy Hospital's medical rehabilitation unit (MRU) has been awarded a three-year reaccreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), recognizing the unit's continued commitment to delivering high-quality inpatient rehabilitation services.
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Thu, Feb 19th 2026 09:15 am
The Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce has announced the launch of a formal search for its next permanent executive director, marking an important step forward in the organization's continued evolution and long-term growth.
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Thu, Feb 19th 2026 09:15 am
Destination Niagara USA, the organization dedicated to promoting Niagara Falls USA as a premier visitor destination, will join destinations around the world in celebrating Destination Professionals Day on Feb. 19. Created by Destinations International, this observance honors the people and organizations that drive tourism, economic growth and community vitality worldwide.
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Tue, Feb 17th 2026 04:15 pm
Empire State Development announced Canadian firm Metal Craft Spinning and Stamping Ltd. will establish U.S metal manufacturing operations in Niagara Falls. The company will utilize a 24,760-square-foot industrial facility located at 4120 Hyde Park Blvd. It expects to invest approximately $1.3 million in site renovations, equipment and installation.
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Mon, Feb 16th 2026 06:15 pm
With March Madness fast approaching and thousands of visitors set to arrive for the games next month, Visit Buffalo is rallying the region's hospitality community to prepare for one of the biggest sports tourism events of the year: The NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament returns to Buffalo on March 19 and 21 at KeyBank Center, beginning a high-energy stretch of amateur athletic events that will draw thousands of athletes, families and fans throughout 2026.
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Mon, Feb 16th 2026 06:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the launch of EXPRESS NY (Expediting Processes and Regulations to Enable Streamlined Services), a new statewide effort to make government work better by tackling outdated and burdensome regulations, policies and practices that stand in the way of delivering for New Yorkers.
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