Fri, Aug 21st 2026 12:55 pm
The Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday for Deal Realty, welcoming Tom and Cheryl Deal to their new headquarters at 748 Center St., Lewiston.
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Fri, Aug 21st 2026 06:00 am
To quote Bruce Springsteen, "Glory days. Well, they'll pass you by." The same could be said of the shopping mall. Shopping under one roof became popular in the 1960s and peaked in popularity in the decade between 1970-80 when they became hubs for socialization, attending movies and a place for people to gather, people watch, dine and purchase goods and services.
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Mon, Aug 17th 2026 05:35 pm
Tops Friendly Markets announced the launch of its annual campaign in support of the United Way. It will run from Aug. 23 through Sept. 5, will take place at select Tops locations. Shoppers can contribute by donating $1 at checkout or by rounding up their change at any Tops register. These donations directly support the United Way helping fund critical programs and initiatives that serve thousands of community members.
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Mon, Aug 17th 2026 02:20 pm
Officials from Seneca Resorts & Casinos announced Monday that a $47 million hotel room renovation project at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino will begin in October. A total of 594 rooms and suites across 22 floors, encompassing a total of 394,000 square feet in Western New York's largest hotel, will be completely renovated and upgraded. Crews will complete work in three-floor phases, with total completion expected in December 2027.
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Sat, Aug 15th 2026 08:45 am
Price Rite Marketplace teamed up with Feed the Children, a global movement working to end childhood hunger, the Buffalo Dream Center and other corporate sponsors to host a "Feed the Children Resource Rally" to distribute food and essentials to nearly 400 local families on Aug. 13.
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Sat, Aug 15th 2026 08:45 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul marked the 75th anniversary of Moog Inc., showcasing decades of cutting-edge innovation in the fields of aerospace, defense, industrial automation, and medical technology.
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 06:50 pm
The Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday for M-Power Agency, 21 Main St., Lockport.
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 11:40 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced the appointment of Marie Kropp Smothers to its board of directors. Smothers brings more than three decades of philanthropic leadership, nonprofit governance, and executive operational experience to NFMMC.
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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 14th 2026 07:00 am
It's not hard to find a good cup of coffee in Lewiston - but that didn't deter Terrilyn Scozzafava or Ian and Victoria Billings from opening a new café on Center Street. Not one bit.
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 06:05 am
Grand Island now has four new electric vehicle charging stations at a plaza owned by Larry and Michael Playfair, at 1738 Grand Island Blvd., close to the bridges that link Grand Island to Tonawanda.
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 06:00 am
Food, camaraderie, music, cars and fast boats were some of the main features of events held at the Buffalo Launch Club during the weekend of Aug. 7-9.
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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 08:10 pm
Tops Friendly Markets has completed a $1 million remodel of its Niagara Falls store at 1000 Portage Road, marking the company's 52nd major store remodel in six years. The project is part of Tops' capital improvement project, which has included more than $100 million invested across its three-state imprint.
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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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Fri, Aug 7th 2026 06:00 am
One of the questions I hear most often is, "When are home prices on Grand Island finally going to come down?" It's a fair question. After several years of rapid appreciation, many buyers are wondering if waiting will lead to better opportunities, while sellers are curious whether they've missed the peak of the market.
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Thu, Aug 6th 2026 04:10 pm
Hard Rock Café and local hospitality and entertainment leader Live Incorporated have reached a landmark agreement that ushers Hard Rock Café Niagara Falls, New York, into its next chapter. Under the agreement, Live Incorporated will become the franchisee of the iconic restaurant.
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Thu, Aug 6th 2026 02:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul is reminding New York producers that the deadline to apply for the $30 million agricultural resiliency against tariffs program is approaching with applications due by 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11.
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Thu, Aug 6th 2026 02:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation designed to strengthen New York's regulated cannabis market. S.10113/A.11217 supports small businesses and advances one of the state's fastest-growing industries, marking an important step forward for business owners, consumers and the continued growth of New York's cannabis marketplace.
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Mon, Aug 3rd 2026 05:10 pm
Ownership of the new Highmark Stadium was officially transferred Monday from Erie County to New York state, completing a process that involved the largest construction project in the history of Western New York.
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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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Fri, Jul 31st 2026 02:35 pm
On Thursday, Buffalo AKG Public Art Initiative celebrated the production of a student-led mural at the Buffalo Center for Arts and Technology (BCAT) on the east and west walls of its new home at 368 Sycamore St. The two-part mural, titled "Let's See Dreams," was recently completed by a team of 19 BCAT students.
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Fri, Jul 31st 2026 07:25 am
If we're being honest, the first word that comes to mind when someone says "development" is often "money." As in, a developer's ability to make a profit from a parcel. But Anthony DeMiglio had a different word in mind when he set out to bring Riverview Landing condominiums to Youngstown: home. As in, a unique opportunity to bring something sought-after to somewhere special.
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Mon, Jul 20th 2026 04:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the start of construction at North Aud Block, a $225 million mixed-use development in Buffalo's Canalside. This transformative project will convert a vacant parcel into 251 affordable and market-rate apartments, and will include 18,000 square-feet of commercial space; 20,000 square-feet of open, community space; and 137 parking spaces.
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Mon, Jul 20th 2026 04:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced construction is underway at the redevelopment of Marine Drive Apartments, a 70-year-old public housing complex in Buffalo. The $250 million first phase of the three-phase transformation will include the new construction of 254 apartments across four buildings. When complete, the entire $600 million Marine Drive redevelopment will replace the original 616 units with approximately 730 new apartments.
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Fri, Jul 17th 2026 12:35 pm
For about three years, the historic Rapids Theatre in Niagara Falls has sat dormant - no lights, no camera, no action.
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Fri, Jul 17th 2026 07:00 am
Overcoming shyness was motivation to start a business for one of the approximately 150 participants in KidBiz on June 20. Katherine said she wanted to "interact with people and be less shy."
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Fri, Jul 17th 2026 07:00 am
Nothing like keeping a good thing going. Such is the mindset of Cathy Pasquantino of the Youngstown Village Dinner - an iconic eatery, located at 425 Main St., that is marking its 25th anniversary this year.
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Fri, Jul 17th 2026 07:00 am
For local entrepreneur and Youngstown native Zack Joseph, baking his signature sourdough bread is a labor of love that began with an unusual Christmas gift from his husband and business partner, Matthew Mancuso.
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Thu, Jul 16th 2026 03:55 pm
Congresswoman Claudia Tenney congratulated Niagara County Legislator Rich Andres on his appointment to the Office of the U.S. trade representative's intergovernmental policy advisory committee (IGPAC).
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Thu, Jul 16th 2026 03:50 pm
The 2027 property tax levy growth will be capped at 2% for local governments that operate on a calendar-based fiscal year, according to data released Wednesday by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. This figure affects tax cap calculations for all counties, towns and fire districts, as well as 44 cities and 13 villages.
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Thu, Jul 16th 2026 01:05 pm
On Wednesday, New York State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt and Assemblyman Angelo Morinello joined Bob Confer, President of Confer Plastics, to discuss concerns they have with the reliability of the power grid, and the ever-increasing costs of energy.
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Tue, Jul 14th 2026 11:05 pm
Catholic Charities of Buffalo announced total philanthropic gifts for its 2025-26 fiscal year increased by 7.8%, reaching $9,075,325, reflecting the generosity and commitment of donors across Western New York.
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Thu, Jul 9th 2026 01:00 pm
The Niagara County Center for Economic Development announced it has established a new "Neighborhood Business of the Month" recognition program to highlight small, locally owned businesses that contribute to the county's economy and enhance the quality of life in communities throughout Niagara County.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
As National Grid continues to advance Western New York's revitalization, the utility has awarded $115,000 in economic development funding to food technology company FoodNerd Inc., to support growth at its Clarence manufacturing facility. This includes $100,000 through National Grid's capital investment incentive program and $15,000 from its manufacturing productivity program.
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Tue, Jun 30th 2026 03:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the release of the $30 million agricultural resiliency against tariffs program for New York agricultural producers.
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Tue, Jun 30th 2026 01:25 pm
The Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market filled Academy Park on Saturday - even more than usual - as the weekly event series presented its special summer festival.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 08:00 am
Lumberjack's Waterfront Patio Grill is just different.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 08:00 am
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, along with licensed concession partner Delaware North, recently celebrated the opening of two new attractions in the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Welcome Center in Niagara Falls State Park. "Voices of the Falls" and "Above the Roar" invite visitors to experience Niagara Falls through diverse perspectives and cutting-edge technology.
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2026 08:55 pm
Ghada Have It on Monday announced it will end regular restaurant operations effective June 26, as the business transitions into a new chapter focused on catering, food truck service, public and private events, and party rentals.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2026 04:30 pm
The Niagara Orleans Central Labor Council proudly hosted its 17th annual "Labor's Night at the Races" on Friday, June 12, at Ransomville Speedway, bringing together organized labor, community partners and local supporters for an evening of racing, fellowship and philanthropy.
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