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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Mon, Mar 30th 2026 11:25 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announces its upcoming Black Maternal Health Week Celebration, a community-centered event dedicated to uplifting Black mothers, birthing people, and families. The celebration will take place from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at the Niagara Falls Convention Center, 101 Old Falls St.
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Fri, Mar 27th 2026 12:15 pm
The Buffalo Naval Park announced the launch of "Nightmare Wharf," a new, immersive Halloween event coming to the Buffalo waterfront for 16 operating nights in October and early November.
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Fri, Mar 27th 2026 08:00 am
The Ride for Roswell is slated for Saturday, June 27, and, according to its website, thousands will ride in the event.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 08:00 pm
On April 18-19, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY) will launch its 17th annual RecruitNY campaign, a statewide initiative designed to connect New Yorkers with their local volunteer fire departments and inspire them to serve their communities.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 08:55 pm
D'Youville University will celebrate the Class of 2026 at its spring commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 9, at the Buffalo Harborcenter, in what promises to be one of the most distinctive ceremonies in the university's history.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 08:50 pm
Niagara University's student chapter of the Club Management Association of America (CMAA) was once again named Student Chapter of the Year by the association at its World Conference and Club Business Expo, which was held Feb. 17-21 in Anaheim.
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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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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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Thu, Mar 12th 2026 05:30 pm
Shea's Performing Arts Center and Broadway presenting partner Albert Nocciolino are proud to announce the Five Star Bank 2026-27 Broadway season at Shea's Buffalo Theatre, which includes: "Buena Vista Social Club," "Alicia Keys' Hell's Kitchen," "The Great Gatsby," "The Sound of Music," "Death Becomes Her," "Harry Potter and The Cursed Child" and "Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical."
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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 11:00 am
During National Nutrition Month, the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) reminds older New Yorkers and caregivers of the many state and local programs available to support overall health and wellness, particularly nutritional health for individuals age 60 and over.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 04:45 pm
The KeyBank Foundation is investing $500,000 in Say Yes Niagara Falls to help remove financial barriers to higher education for public school students in the Niagara Falls City School District.
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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 06:00 am
Diamonds in the Ruff Animal Rescue will hold its annual "St. Pawtty's Day" fundraiser from 5-10 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at the Shawnee Firehall, 3747 Lockport Road, Sanborn.
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Tue, Feb 24th 2026 04:10 pm
The Niagara History Center is renewing its wintertime, cabin fever "Soup & Story" event on Saturday, Feb. 28. The event will be held from noon until 2 p.m. at 215 Niagara St., Lockport, and include a delicious meal and a special presentation by the Buffalo Maritime Museum.
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Tue, Feb 24th 2026 01:50 pm
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University announces its spring 2026 programming calendar, alongside the release of The CAM Magazine (issue 2 - winter/spring 2026), now available in the museum's Sculpture Court.
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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 09:25 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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Tue, Feb 17th 2026 04:20 pm
The department of family medicine in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo is developing a program that trains physicians to provide high-quality, compassionate care to individuals experiencing homelessness and housing instability.
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Mon, Feb 16th 2026 06:15 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and New York Sea Grant announced $200,000 in funding is available for projects benefiting New York's Great Lakes basin by demonstrating the application of ecosystem-based management approaches to local watershed challenges.
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Mon, Feb 16th 2026 06:15 pm
A five-person team from the Canisius University Golden Griffin Fund (GGF) will advance to the Americas Sub-Regional competition after securing first place in the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute Research Challenge of Western New York. The competition was held Saturday, Feb. 7, at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT).
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Mon, Feb 16th 2026 06:15 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance encourages taxpayers to know their rights when hiring a tax preparer. New York state's consumer bill of rights regarding tax preparers establishes standards to help protect the public from dishonest tax preparers.
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Fri, Feb 13th 2026 06:55 am
Pellicano's Marketplace sits at 3338 Niagara Falls Blvd., and has since 2020, after moving from its original location because of a lack of space.
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Thu, Feb 12th 2026 12:00 pm
The Niagara River Greenway Commission organized its fourth annual Environmental Ambassador Summit on Tuesday. Linde hosted the event.
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Thu, Feb 12th 2026 11:35 am
The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA), The Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus (BNMC), the University at Buffalo, and their partners announce the soft launch of the Buffalo All Access pilot project, an innovative transportation solution designed to make it easier for Western New York residents to travel around the region - with an emphasis on the neighborhoods around the medical campus.
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Wed, Feb 11th 2026 06:20 pm
The Taste of Buffalo, presented by Tops Friendly Markets, is calling on local artists - both students and the public - to bring the festival's vibrant energy to life through art! The 2026 poster art contest will open for submissions beginning Sunday, Feb. 15, inviting creative minds to design the official poster for next year's event.
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Fri, Feb 6th 2026 07:00 am
Like most coffeeshops, Rise Community Coffeehouse, at 1643 Hertel Ave., Buffalo, serves up food and drinks. But there's something special about this café that isn't readily apparent.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 06:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the 2026 dates for "Free Fishing Days" in New York. The requirement for a freshwater fishing license is waived during the following six days in 2026: Feb. 14-15, June 27-28, Sept. 26 (National Hunting and Fishing Day), and Nov. 11 (Veterans Day).
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 06:55 pm
What began as Negro History Week in 1926 has evolved into Black History Month, now approaching its 100th anniversary. As the milestone nears, a University at Buffalo scholar is encouraging renewed reflection on the origins of the observance and the work that still lies ahead.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 06:55 pm
Shea's Performing Arts Center and Second Generation Theatre announce their co-production of "Mamma Mia!" has officially become the top-selling engagement at Shea's 710 Theatre in its 13-year history.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 07:45 am
How can we nurture hope and sustain courage during trying times? Just Buffalo Literary Center (JBLC) believes the answer lies in how we connect and uplift one another.
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Wed, Feb 4th 2026 07:15 am
Democrat Jeremy Zellner beat Republican Dan Gagliardo in the special election to replace Sean Ryan in the 61st state Senate seat.
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:55 pm
Girl Scouts of Western New York has been selected as a grantee for the groundbreaking American Camp Association "Character at Camp" grant program, a competitive national initiative supported by Lilly Endowment Inc.
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:35 am
The Niagara Arts & Cultural Center (NACC) will showcase a multimedia exhibition of works featuring 30-40 professional and amateur artists at the 15th annual "Artists of Color" Gallery Exhibition.
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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 02:35 pm
Brady was the first of nine candidates interviewed, with extensive debriefings and consultations conducted after each session.
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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 11:10 am
The Buffalo African American Museum is excited to announce the fourth annual "Together As One: The Journey Continues," a regionwide celebration of Black History Month.
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