Mon, Nov 25th 2024 07:40 pm
Niagara Gospel Mission, at 1317 Portage Road in Niagara Falls, will hand out over 1,800 meals to the people in need in the City of Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2024 07:00 am
Once again, the Village of Lewiston Beautification Committee and the Lewiston Council on the Arts are teaming up to bring the annual tree lighting to the Alphonso I. DiMino Memorial Bandshell in Academy Park. The event is set for 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2024 07:00 am
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is providing consumers tips to avoid scams while shopping online this holiday season.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2024 12:40 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced State Police and local law enforcement agencies throughout New York will increase patrols through Thanksgiving weekend, targeting impaired and reckless driving.
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Fri, Nov 22nd 2024 11:00 am
It wasn't the bright bottles on the wall, the specialty pickles or the premium peanut butter that drew this writer to Sgt. Peppers Hot Sauces, Etc., 10 months ago. In a specialty food store filled with color, what stood out was a giant sheet of white paper spread across a front counter.
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Fri, Nov 22nd 2024 09:25 am
With water inflow and infiltration problems occurring throughout both the Town and Village of Lewiston, Water Pollution Control Center Administrator Jeff Ritter is recommending a new course of action.
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Thu, Nov 21st 2024 09:30 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens has filled its calendar with magical holiday experiences that will create unforgettable memories and bring holiday joy to all. Whether it's a family activity or a date night, the seasonal plants and lights are a perfect way to make the most of this holiday season in the warmth of the conservatory.
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Wed, Nov 20th 2024 08:25 am
The new Niagara County Law Enforcement Academy (NCLEA) is officially open following a ribbon-cutting Tuesday at the new facility located on the campus of SUNY Niagara. The building is a partnership between the county, the Niagara County Sheriff's Office and SUNY Niagara, with funding for the $8.3 million project coming from both the county and state, along with a contribution from the City of Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Nov 18th 2024 09:00 pm
Every start to the winter season, we promise ourselves that this year will be different - that you'll be ready for whatever blizzard Mother Nature sends us.
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Mon, Nov 18th 2024 09:00 pm
"& Juliet," part of the Five Star Bank 2024-25 Shea's Performing Arts Center Broadway Season, opens Tuesday, Nov. 19, at Shea's Buffalo Theatre and runs for eight performances through Sunday, Nov. 24.
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Mon, Nov 18th 2024 05:35 pm
The Buffalo Sabres announced the team will partner with Tops Friendly Markets and Audacy for a Thanksgiving turkey drive on Wednesday, Nov. 20, to benefit the Buffalo City Mission and FeedMore WNY.
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Mon, Nov 18th 2024 05:35 pm
Crash Responder Safety Week is being recognized Nov. 18-22, 2024. AAA Western and Central New York reminds drivers to help protect workers and emergency personnel along roadways by following the "Slow Down, Move Over" law.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2024 12:05 pm
Multi-Platinum, four-time Grammy-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls will take their lauded live show back on the road in 2025 with an extensive run of summer tour dates with Dashboard Confessional.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2024 11:00 am
Jennifer Pauly is leaving the Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce after 15 years of service to the River Region. She is starting a new job next month.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2024 02:25 am
Residents of the Town of Niagara's Belden Center community can look forward to a savory addition soon.
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Thu, Nov 14th 2024 12:15 pm
Shea's Performing Arts Center and MusicalFare Theatre are proud to announce a transformative new partnership, bringing MusicalFare's award-winning productions to Shea's 710 Theatre in a long-term agreement designed to invigorate Buffalo's Theatre District.
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Thu, Nov 14th 2024 12:10 pm
The University at Buffalo Libraries has received a collection of historical materials from St. Philip's Episcopal Church, one of the oldest African American Episcopal congregations in the country.
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Thu, Nov 14th 2024 10:20 am
Artpark marked its 50th anniversary in 2024 with spectacular concerts, impactful community programs, stunning visual art exhibits and unique special events that celebrated Artpark's rich history. To successfully conclude the anniversary year, Artpark's board of directors has issued a community challenge: If Artpark raises $50,000 in the final 50 days of its 50th year, the board of directors will match contributions dollar for dollar.
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Wed, Nov 13th 2024 09:35 am
Empire State Development (ESD) announced the Graycliff Conservancy has broken ground on a new visitor center at the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Graycliff estate to complement the recently renovated historic home and surrounding property.
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Wed, Nov 13th 2024 09:35 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced funding is available to help low- and middle-income households and older adults lower their energy costs and keep their homes warm during cold winter months.
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Mon, Nov 11th 2024 07:50 pm
Academy Park's "Circle of Honor" section was filled with onlookers Monday, as the Lewiston community came together to honor this nation's armed forces on Veterans Day.
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Fri, Nov 8th 2024 11:00 am
The waterfront park at Lewiston Landing - in between the Griffon Gastropub and The Silo Restaurant - is in line for a $43,000 makeover, courtesy of the Lewiston Beautification Committee and Garden Club. By next spring, the North Water Street green space will have new fencing, picnic tables and swings.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2024 12:55 pm
As we approach Veterans Day on Nov. 11, I want to take this opportunity to thank all of the men and women who stepped forward to defend the freedoms that, all too often, we take for granted.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2024 12:35 pm
During National Family Caregivers and National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month in November, the Alzheimer's Association is encouraging dementia caregivers to make their own health an equal priority as they navigate the demands and stresses of caring for someone else.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2024 12:00 pm
University at Buffalo researchers are conducting a clinical trial to assess the effectiveness of structured financial incentives in lowering cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk among African Americans facing food insecurity.
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Wed, Nov 6th 2024 09:25 am
GOP candidate Jose Garcia defeated his Democratic opponent, Wayne West, for the fifth seat on the Grand Island Town Board on Tuesday night.
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Mon, Nov 4th 2024 05:40 pm
The act of voting is at the heart of a healthy democracy. A growing body of research is building the case that voting also plays an important role in physical health - which affects who votes.
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Mon, Nov 4th 2024 04:50 pm
Niagara University honored seven individuals for their outstanding leadership and dedication to improving the lives of others at its 2024 President's Dinner on Oct. 29 at the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. Proceeds from the President's Dinner benefit Niagara University's scholarship programs. This year's event raised nearly $235,000 toward student scholarship assistance.
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Fri, Nov 1st 2024 11:45 am
Just three weeks from opening day at the Ice at Canalside, presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Buffalo Waterfront has released the full winter 2024-25 special event schedule for the ice rink, opened reservations for ice activities, and announced the addition of a new mascot, which the community will be invited to help name.
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Fri, Nov 1st 2024 06:55 am
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are reminding customers that applications for the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) will be accepted starting Nov. 1. The companies recognize that customers can be challenged by winter heating bills and want to help them manage their energy costs.
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Wed, Oct 30th 2024 07:00 am
Whether a couple is going out for a first date or has been in a relationship for years, date nights are opportunities to spend time together and connect. Dinner and a movie is a classic date night, but couples looking to shake things up a bit can explore some fun alternatives to make connections more memorable.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:30 pm
Halloween came early to Lewiston, with family-fun activities and events happening over the weekend.
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Thu, Oct 24th 2024 08:55 pm
On Thursday, New York State Sen. Sean Ryan announced he secured a $1,000,000 state grant for Beaver Island State Park on Grand Island. This funding will allow for the creation of three major projects: a new dog park; ADA beach access; and an additional, accessible playground.
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Wed, Oct 23rd 2024 09:35 am
Tops Friendly Markets will once again offer military personnel and their immediate families an 11% discount off of their grocery bill this Veterans Day. This marks the 12th year Tops has been extending this discount to military personnel and their families.
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Wed, Oct 23rd 2024 09:35 am
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Mon, Oct 21st 2024 02:00 pm
Let us be the first to say that New York state's tourism industry needs short-term rentals (like Airbnb and VRBO) to be successful. A record 303 million travelers visited the great state of New York in 2023, and they need places to stay. But for New York's tourism industry to be successful and sustainable, we need a better system to manage the growth of the short-term rental industry.
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Mon, Oct 21st 2024 09:15 am
Artpark & Company held its annual meeting at The Buffalo Club on Oct. 16, reviewing its recently completed 50th anniversary season.
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Fri, Oct 18th 2024 10:00 am
Starting next week, the Grand Island Dispatch is merging with the Niagara County Tribune/Sentinel to become a "super paper" - a news outlet with regional reach and neighborhood news.
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Thu, Oct 17th 2024 08:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced new data that shows reported gun violence in New York is at its lowest point since the state started tracking this data in 2006.
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Wed, Oct 16th 2024 09:15 am
More than half of all people who experiencing sudden cardiac arrest outside of hospital don't receive immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
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