Mon, Mar 2nd 2026 10:20 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday encouraged New Yorkers to support their local maple producers during Maple Month. She highlighted the state's upcoming "Maple Weekends" - which will take place March 21-22 and 28-29 - as well as additional events and activities taking place at New York's welcome centers.
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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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Fri, Feb 27th 2026 07:00 am
The North Tonawanda Neighborhood Watch announced the sixth annual Dyngus Day parade and afterparty, taking place Monday, April 6, with the parade stepping off at 5 p.m. This year's event includes several updates designed to keep the celebration free for attendees, sustainable, and supportive of local nonprofits.
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Thu, Feb 26th 2026 03:00 pm
Don't pass up those concert tickets: There might be more to the show than just great music.
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Thu, Feb 26th 2026 02:00 pm
The Seneca Nation's future presence on Grand Island took a significant step forward with a key approval from the U.S. Department of Interior.
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Thu, Feb 26th 2026 12:55 pm
The New York Power Authority on Thursday announced the successful return to service of the first of 13 turbine generating units to be upgraded as part of NYPA's "Next Generation Niagara" modernization and digitization program.
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Thu, Feb 26th 2026 10:10 am
Niagara University has been awarded $525,000 in funding to modernize its theater facilities. This strategic investment will upgrade critical infrastructure including stage machinery, lighting, audio, and communication systems to align the university's training with the demands of the film, television and live production industries.
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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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Tue, Feb 24th 2026 10:45 am
Borderland Music and Arts Festival, one of the Northeast's premier celebrations of music, culture and community, has revealed its 2026 lineup, led by headliners including Jack White, Alabama Shakes, and Lord Huron, with additional performances by Pixies, The Head and the Heart, and Jesse Welles. The festival will return to Knox Farm State Park in East Aurora on Sept. 18-20.
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Mon, Feb 23rd 2026 03:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the Department of Financial Services has published proposed rules to protect New Yorkers using "buy now, pay later" financing options.
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Sat, Feb 21st 2026 01:25 pm
The Town of Lewiston is updating its comprehensive plan to help guide the next 10 years of the town - and beyond! Join leaders for a public workshop from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Lewiston Senior Center, 4361 River Road. The event will be open-house style - residents can come and go as they please.
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Fri, Feb 20th 2026 07:00 am
Two snowplows, a Peterbilt single-axel plow truck and a Peterbilt Tandem plow truck, will be added to the Town of Niagara's highway garage following Town Board approval at Tuesday's regular business meeting.
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Thu, Feb 19th 2026 02:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York state will allocate an additional $150 million in financial assistance for municipalities outside New York City to assist in relieving immediate fiscal stress.
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Thu, Feb 19th 2026 02:10 pm
The stage is set for an unforgettable season, as Shea's Performing Arts Center, MusicalFare Theatre, Second Generation Theatre, Road Less Traveled Productions, and D'Youville Kavinoky Theatre unveil the 2026-27 lineup at Shea's 710 Theare. Packed with audience favorites, new twists on classics, films reimagined for the stage, and more, the upcoming season promises something for everyone.
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Thu, Feb 19th 2026 09:25 am
Colvin Cleaners is proud to announce the launch of its 2026 "Gowns for Prom" program, with the most significant evolution in the program's history. For the first time, the charitable initiative will operate out of its own dedicated headquarters, at 2312 Elmwood Ave., transforming the traditional giveaway event into a recurring, high-end "boutique experience" for Western New York high school students.
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Wed, Feb 18th 2026 07:50 am
As part of Niagara Frontier Publications' annual "WNY's Best Local Fish Fry" contest, vote for the restaurant serving your favorite fish fry. The eatery with the most votes will be featured in The Niagara County Tribune/Sentinel•Grand Island Dispatch, with additional content posted at www.wnypapers.com.
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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
There is much excitement about how Empire AI will transform the University at Buffalo's North Campus with the addition of a supercomputing center that will provide researchers across New York state with unprecedented computing power.
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Mon, Feb 16th 2026 08:20 am
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Fri, Feb 13th 2026 07:15 am
Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours has authorized court proceedings seeking to confirm its ownership of Lewiston waterfront property it now leases from the Village of Lewiston.
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Fri, Feb 13th 2026 07:10 am
The paid parking administrator tasked with installing markers in and around the historic Frontier House's parking lot pledged to work with the Village of Lewiston in crafting more appropriate signage.
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Fri, Feb 13th 2026 07:05 am
The Lewiston Council on the Arts will present "Vincent," a one-act play that explores the life and art of Vincent van Gogh - and pair that with a Christina Custode-led bistro performance - on Feb. 20 and 22.
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Thu, Feb 12th 2026 10:30 am
Today, three-time Grammy Award-winner and global icon Sarah McLachlan announced the 2026 extension of her "Better Broken Tour," produced by Live Nation, in support of her critically acclaimed 10th studio album of the same name, released Sept. 19, 2025, via Concord Records.
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Wed, Feb 11th 2026 06:20 pm
More than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the U.S. each year. This February, during American Heart Month, the American Heart Association is calling on everyday citizens to be agents of change by stepping in as the first responder until professional help arrives - and one Western New York community member demonstrated just how lifechanging that readiness can be.
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Tue, Feb 10th 2026 06:10 pm
Niagara Falls has always been a place where power meets possibility. Long before rockets left Cape Canaveral or astronauts set foot on the moon, the roar of the falls drew inventors, engineers and industrialists who believed that energy, if properly harnessed, could change the world. That belief took root here, in Western New York, and it carried our region into the aerospace age.
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Tue, Feb 10th 2026 08:00 am
On Monday, Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns and Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski announced the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is preparing over the long Presidents Day weekend to launch the first phase of a new, modernized technology system designed to improve customer service and streamline operations for both residents and staff.
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Sat, Feb 7th 2026 10:25 am
The cherry on top of weeks of snow accumulations and freezing-cold temperatures is ice dams forming in and above gutters across Western New York. Though not a new phenomenon, these blocks of ice - and the size and quantity of attached icicles - have not been this noticeable (or noisome) in recent years.
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Fri, Feb 6th 2026 08:00 am
You've likely already heard about them - the smart meters. Over the past several months, Western New York electrical and gas users have been the recipients of consumer alerts and news blasts informing them of pending smart meter installations on utility boxes at individual residences.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 06:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul urges New Yorkers to prepare ahead of extreme cold temperatures set to impact the state Friday through the weekend. The extreme cold combined with strong winds will lead to dangerous wind chill statewide.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 10:40 am
Artpark & Company announced "Sierra Ferrell: Heavy Petal Tour" at Artpark's Mainstage Theater in Lewiston at 7 p.m. Sept. 2. Ferrell just announced her 2026 Heavy Petal tour, which includes more than 40 dates across the U.S. and Europe throughout this summer and fall.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 08:25 am
From Jan. 25-30, students and faculty at St. Peter R.C. School in Lewiston celebrated Catholic Schools Week with special events and a focus on how to "live like a saint," as they explored ways to positively contribute to their families, school and the community.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 08:00 am
Birthdays are meant to be celebrated - especially through the eyes of a child. Sadly, with the rising cost of groceries, even a simple birthday cake can be out of reach for families who are struggling.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 07:50 am
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are encouraging moderate-income customers to apply for a new energy affordability program that can help lower bills this winter.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 02:20 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance urges taxpayers to review their eligibility for the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Empire State Child Credit. Both credits provide financial boosts to hardworking families.
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 03:45 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is thrilled to welcome the public to experience "Horticultural Heroes," an extraordinary collection of 30 diverse and visually striking portraits that pay homage to the groundbreaking contributions of thought leaders in the world of gardening, botany, horticulture, agriculture and conservation.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 02:50 pm
The crutches and walking boot worn by Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen on Thursday were a bit of a surprise. So, too, was it a bit surprising to some that he was involved in the team's hiring process to find a new coach.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 02:30 pm
Given the weeks of sub-freezing temperatures and near-continuous snowfall Western New York has seen lately, it would take a lot for a south Florida native to want to spend their winters in Buffalo. But from the moment Sean McDermott was let go as coach of the Buffalo Bills, Joe Brady knew that's exactly what he wanted.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 10:20 am
Iconic Italian legend and one of the most beloved and recognized musical voices in the world, maestro Andrea Bocelli, announced new dates for his 2026 "Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour," celebrating his widely acclaimed 1997 breakthrough album "Romanza."
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Wed, Jan 28th 2026 09:10 pm
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is warning sports fans to stay vigilant and beware of scammers leading up to upcoming major sporting events.
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Mon, Jan 26th 2026 10:30 am
The City of North Tonawanda, in partnership with local developer Visone Co., has been awarded $2.5 million through New York state's Pro-Housing Supply Initiative to support critical infrastructure improvements on Tonawanda Island.
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