Thu, Apr 10th 2025 02:50 pm
The NFL announced today the exciting lineup of activities for the 2025 NFL Draft, taking place April 24-26 in Green Bay. For the first time, Lambeau Field and Titletown will host this free event, bringing the next generation of NFL stars to the heart of one of football's most iconic cities, while celebrating local culture, food, and entertainment.
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Thu, Apr 10th 2025 11:00 am
Trustees in the Village of Lewiston voted Monday to approve the fiscal year 2025-26 budget of $5,269,972, and set the tax rate at $8.354858 per $1,000 of assessed property valuation.
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Wed, Apr 9th 2025 07:00 pm
The compassionate care provided by the nursing team at Kenmore Mercy Hospital often goes beyond the bedside and into the homes of the Ken-Ton community.
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Wed, Apr 9th 2025 08:55 am
Big things are happening in the Beane parking lot on the University at Buffalo's North Campus, where a bank of new electric vehicle charging stations have been installed for university-owned vehicles. The project was completed in partnership with National Grid and the New York Power Authority.
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Tue, Apr 8th 2025 12:45 pm
Multi-Platinum rock bands Breaking Benjamin and Three Days Grace are joining forces for a 2025 co-headline tour across the U.S., featuring special guest Return To Dust, which includes a stop at Darien Lake Amphitheater on Sept. 17. Breaking Benjamin will close each night of the tour.
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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 02:15 pm
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski was joined by other county clerks from Western New York to recognize April "Donate Life Month" at a press event last Wednesday at Niagara Falls International Airport.
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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 07:00 am
During the weekend of April 26-27, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY) will host its annual RecruitNY campaign, where hundreds of volunteer fire departments across the state of New York will welcome the public to experience what it's like to be a volunteer firefighter.
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Fri, Apr 4th 2025 01:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul, the Buffalo Bills and Erie County on Friday celebrated the topping out of the new $2.1 billion Highmark Stadium at the construction site in Orchard Park.
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Thu, Apr 3rd 2025 05:40 pm
At 6:25 p.m. Wednesday, New York State Park Police responded to a medical call involving a 42-year-old man who had driven his vehicle into the Niagara Gorge.
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Thu, Apr 3rd 2025 07:00 am
What does it matter that it's 32 degrees outside, and a workday, when Hibbard's Original Frozen Custard is open for the season!
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Wed, Apr 2nd 2025 08:50 am
High on Marc Scibilia's to-do list when returning home to Grand Island this week was to settle a longstanding local debate.
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Tue, Apr 1st 2025 09:10 am
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and AAA Western and Central New York encourages drivers to pledge to be distraction free this month and beyond.
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Mon, Mar 31st 2025 12:10 pm
Fitz and The Tantrums' "Man On The Moon Tour" is coming to the Artpark Amphitheater at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12, with special guest Neal Francis. This concert is presented by Artpark.
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Mon, Mar 31st 2025 10:00 am
Shea's Performing Arts Center invites the community to celebrate Shea's Buffalo Theatre founder Michael Shea during an April 1 birthday event featuring special treats and prizes.
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Fri, Mar 28th 2025 05:10 pm
The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is launching a national high-visibility enforcement effort, April 10-14, to deter distracted driving.
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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 11:35 am
Today, Mumford & Sons release their fifth album, "Rushmere," and detail an extensive North American tour for later this year.
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Fri, Mar 28th 2025 11:00 am
The Village of Lewiston Board of Trustees met Monday to review the tentative 2025-26 municipal budget. Treasurer Stephanie Longwell provided elected leaders with a 19-page packet detailing every projected expense and source of revenue.
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Fri, Mar 28th 2025 11:00 am
The former Kissel Country Tin's space on Schultz Road is slated to be the site of a new coffee bar in Wheatfield called Coffee Holiday.
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Fri, Mar 28th 2025 11:00 am
The grandfather of Leah Mayer, the eighth-grader killed in a traffic accident Sept. 11 near Kaegebein Elementary School, is advocating for greater safety measures at the intersection of Broadway and South Parkway where the accident occurred.
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Fri, Mar 28th 2025 10:55 am
The Town of Niagara is currently undergoing a reassessment of properties within its borders, after 35 years, following a vote in 2023 to engage in the project. David Barnett, co-owner of GAR Associates, came to the Town Board's regular business meeting to explain the process on Tuesday, March 18.
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Thu, Mar 27th 2025 01:50 pm
On the heels of its winning partnership last year, Hallmark Media, NFL and Skydance Sports are running it back this Christmas with "Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story," a new, original movie premiering during the G.O.A.T. of festive films, Hallmark Channel's 16th annual "Countdown to Christmas."
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Thu, Mar 27th 2025 11:00 am
The Colvin Cleaners' "Gowns for Prom" and "Coats for Kids" programs have grown so much, the 94-years-young, family-owned dry cleaners had to acquire a building in Kenmore to store the thousands of donations it receives annually.
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Thu, Mar 27th 2025 10:30 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has partnered with Strive Markets, a regional leader in fresh food and self-service micro markets, to bring convenient, around-the-clock dining options to its medical campus.
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Wed, Mar 26th 2025 10:40 am
The Taste of Buffalo presented by Tops Friendly Markets is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship program to support Western New York-area high school seniors aspiring to careers in the foodservice, hospitality and culinary arts industries.
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Mon, Mar 24th 2025 09:15 pm
On Sunday, to kick off the highly anticipated JONASCON, Jonas Brothers revealed tour details for their massive "Jonas20: Living The Dream" tour - a powerful, full-circle celebration of their 20-year journey from performing in malls to headlining the biggest stadiums in the world.
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Mon, Mar 24th 2025 04:10 pm
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz on Monday announced Erie County will join a group of leaders representing the eight municipalities bordering lakes Erie and Ontario, the "Niagara 8."
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Mon, Mar 24th 2025 04:10 pm
The "Wicked Sing-Along" movie is coming to the Artpark Amphitheater on Tuesday, Aug. 26, at 7:30 p.m. A giant screen will fill the amphitheater stage, projecting the hit movie "Wicked," as the lyrics to your favorite songs scroll across the screen.
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Mon, Mar 24th 2025 04:05 pm
As lean sources of protein, complex carbohydrates and fiber, beans are known worldwide as providing lots of nutritional power at a very affordable price. Now, a University at Buffalo study suggests that, when consumed in chili during pregnancy, beans may help lower one's risk for gestational diabetes.
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Fri, Mar 21st 2025 11:05 am
The 2025 Northwest Jazz Festival is set to captivate audiences on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 22-23, with a diverse and exhilarating celebration of jazz.
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Fri, Mar 21st 2025 11:00 am
Grand Island Plaza owner Don Singh said he is cooperating with town officials to get repairs done to a portion of the plaza roof near M&T Bank. He also said he wants to renovate the plaza and fill vacancies.
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Fri, Mar 21st 2025 10:55 am
The final bids for a new highway facility in the Town of Wheatfield have been chosen. Highway Superintendent Paul Siegmann said the 60-foot-by-80-foot pole barn will be located at 6860 Ward Road.
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Fri, Mar 21st 2025 07:00 am
At Monday's Village of Lewiston board meeting, Lewiston Fire Co. No. 1 EMS volunteer Kevin Krueger reminded the community, "We're always looking for volunteers."
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Fri, Mar 21st 2025 06:55 am
The Walmart on Military Road in Niagara Falls is on its way to expanding by approximately 6,400 additional square feet. The renovation is meant to expand the "big box store's" pickup area.
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Thu, Mar 20th 2025 05:00 pm
Shea's Performing Arts Center President and CEO Brian Higgins is on a mission.
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Thu, Mar 20th 2025 12:15 pm
The Erie County Fair is excited to announce a unique opportunity for middle and high school choirs in Western New York. In partnership with the legendary rock band Foreigner, the Erie County Fair is hosting a choir contest that will give one lucky choir the chance to perform on stage with the band on Aug. 7.
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Thu, Mar 20th 2025 07:00 am
It may be the first day of spring, but the Lewiston Garden Club is ready to welcome summer at its 2025 Lewiston GardenFest - scheduled for June 21-22 along Center Street.
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Wed, Mar 19th 2025 08:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul launched a new web portal to support access to vaccines and public health information in the wake of measles cases in New York. The governor joined Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald to update New Yorkers on the cases and encouraged everyone to ensure they are current on all recommended immunizations.
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Wed, Mar 19th 2025 07:05 am
Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S.; however, early detection can save lives. This March, during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the Community Health Center of Buffalo emphasizes the importance of regular screenings starting at age 45 - or earlier for those at higher risk.
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Wed, Mar 19th 2025 07:00 am
This April marks 30 years since the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station first faced the threat of closure. In April 1995, the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Commission placed the base under review, launching a months-long process that would determine its future.
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