Tue, Apr 15th 2025 02:25 pm
During National Volunteer Week, the American Red Cross of Western New York is celebrating the selfless volunteers whose unwavering support make it possible for the humanitarian organization to assist people in need every day.
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Tue, Apr 15th 2025 02:25 pm
ECMC's Regional Center of Excellence for Transplantation & Kidney Care is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to comprehensive patient care. ConnectLife is Western New York's only organ, eye, tissue and community blood center.
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Mon, Apr 14th 2025 04:00 pm
Shea's Performing Arts Center joined MusicalFare Theatre, AnsariSaxon Productions, Second Generation Theatre, and Road Less Traveled Productions to announce an incredible lineup of shows headed to the Shea's 710 Theatre stage.
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Mon, Apr 14th 2025 12:10 pm
On Saturday, New York State Sen. Sean Ryan announced he secured a $1 million capital grant to fund a renovation project at the Buffalo Irish Center. Ryan announced the funding at a special celebration that featured music from Buffalo's Emerald Isle Band, a performance by students from the Rince na Tiarna Irish Dance School, and a poetry reading by Keelie Sheridan of the Irish Classical Theatre Co.
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Fri, Apr 11th 2025 07:35 pm
Buffalo Pro Soccer announced plans to construct a 7,600-seat, privately funded stadium near the Buffalo River in the city's Valley neighborhood. Set to be located at Elk and Lee streets, the stadium will serve as a driving force in the development of a new entertainment district that is taking shape in the City of Buffalo.
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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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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 02:15 pm
The FeedMore WNY Foundation's popular plant sale is back in time for Mother's Day gifts and spring planting for flowers, fruits and vegetables. From Monday, April 7, through Monday April 28, participants have the option to purchase hanging baskets, potted plants, and annual flats. Order online at www.feedmorewny.org/plant-sale.
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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 02:15 pm
Erie County will host two free drive-thru rabies vaccine clinics in May at sites in the Town of Tonawanda and the City of Buffalo, inviting pet owners to take advantage of this public health service to protect dogs, cats and ferrets from this 100% fatal disease.
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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 12:55 pm
"The Great Yellow Light" will be the 21st long-playing release from veteran New York-based singer/songwriter/guitarist the New Yorker called "One of the most brilliant singer-songwriters of the past 30 years," Willie Nile.
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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 03:10 pm
The annual "Lawyers for the Arts" fundraiser once again proved that the legal community's talents extend beyond the courtroom, raising a record-breaking $51,290.73 in net proceeds to support Arts Services Inc.'s "Give for Greatness" grant program.
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Thu, Apr 3rd 2025 12:40 pm
Today, BestSelf Behavioral Health welcomed community leaders and supporters to the Scott Bieler Child Advocacy Center (CAC) to honor National Child Abuse Prevention Month and spotlight the urgent, life-changing work within its walls.
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Thu, Apr 3rd 2025 10:45 am
In 2023, over 40,000 people died in motor vehicle crashes in the U.S., fueled by risky behaviors like speeding, impairment, and aggressive driving. Although this number has decreased from previous years, it remains high compared to pre-pandemic levels, underscoring the need for innovative approaches to improve the safety of our nation's roads.
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Thu, Apr 3rd 2025 10:15 am
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year.
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Wed, Mar 26th 2025 09:00 pm
Tops Friendly Markets and Great Falls Council, Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America), have teamed up to help alleviate food insecurity in 14 counties from Western to South and Central New York and Central Pennsylvania ahead of the upcoming Passover and Easter season.
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Wed, Mar 26th 2025 08:55 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens welcomes the community to enjoy a newly constructed indoor play space for kids and families.
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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 11:50 am
The New York Power Authority and Northland Workforce Training Center on Wednesday celebrated the launch of a new automotive technician program designed to narrow the skill gap for local labor trained in the auto industry.
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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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Mon, Mar 17th 2025 10:50 am
Waiting in line at the car wash on mild but busy days is well worth it! AAA reminds drivers that salt, snow and ice can wreak havoc on a car. In fact, a buildup of salt on your vehicle can lead to rusting or corrosion. This is especially true if there are scratches or dents where the paint has come off. Regularly scheduled car washing can help.
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Fri, Mar 14th 2025 04:55 pm
Government officials and community partners will join FeedMore WNY to deliver nutritious meals to older adults and neighbors who are homebound during FeedMore WNY's "March for Meals" week, March 17-21. The weeklong event is part of a national campaign to spread awareness about the vital role Meals on Wheels programs play in maintaining the health and independence of our older community members.
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Fri, Mar 14th 2025 04:55 pm
The Buffalo Motorama Car and Motorcycle Show is back for its 12th and final year, bigger and better than ever. This premier indoor event will be held on Friday through Sunday, March 28-30, at the Buffalo Convention Center.
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Thu, Mar 13th 2025 03:55 pm
The Gliding Stars of Western New York will present their annual ice show - "Rocks the Ice!" - at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 29, inside the Paddock Chevrolet Ice Arena, 251 Brompton Road, Tonawanda.
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Wed, Mar 12th 2025 09:55 pm
New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt and Assembly Republican Leader Will Barclay, along with members of the Senate and Assembly Republican conferences, were joined by U.S. "Border Czar" Tom Homan at the State Capitol to highlight the need for increased border security and the need to put an end to New York's "misguided sanctuary policies."
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Wed, Mar 12th 2025 09:55 pm
In 2025, New York Sea Grant (NYSG) Great Lakes Coastal Processes and Hazards Specialist Roy Widrig anticipates property owners and community leaders will have questions about impact to shorelines by heavy winter snows and melting snowpack.
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Mon, Mar 10th 2025 04:20 pm
It's pothole season in Western and Central New York!
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Mon, Mar 10th 2025 11:00 am
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center's fifth annual IceCycle fundraising event, presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and the West Herr Automotive Group, has come to a close. The event, which took place at Buffalo RiverWorks, raised $735,000 for cancer research and patient-care programs.
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Fri, Mar 7th 2025 12:20 pm
The Buffalo Zoo is excited to announce the arrival of Sungari, a young male tiger, who has joined the family. Born at the Saint Louis Zoo on Nov. 13, 2023, Sungari is currently 1 year and 3 months old.
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Thu, Mar 6th 2025 02:20 pm
More than half of people who experience sudden cardiac arrest out of hospital don't receive immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), contributing to a high death rate.
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Wed, Mar 5th 2025 07:00 pm
During National Nutrition Month, the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) reminds older New Yorkers and their families of the many state and local programs available to support overall health and wellness, particularly nutritional health for individuals aged 60 and over.
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 06:05 pm
Tops Friendly Markets will once again partner with Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF), the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization. This year the campaign will begin Sunday, March 2, and run through Saturday, March 22. The goal is to raise money to help fund research to help find a cure for T1D.
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 06:05 pm
The University at Buffalo School of Management will host a free, in-depth discussion on how artificial intelligence is transforming the business of health care at 5:30 p.m. April 2 in the Natural Sciences Complex, Room 225, on UB's North Campus. Presented by the school's Helen and Oscar Sufrin Lectureship in Accounting, the talk is titled "AI in the Business of Health Care: Smarter Data, Better Decisions."
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Thu, Feb 20th 2025 03:10 pm
As Buffalo's sports teams prepare to get back into action in front of the home crowd, Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino is inviting fans to get into the excitement with some of their sports heroes.
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Tue, Feb 18th 2025 03:20 pm
After more than 100 years, the work of Catholic Charities is deeply woven into the fabric of our community, providing hope for all neighbors in every corner of Western New York.
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Thu, Feb 6th 2025 12:20 pm
Buffalo Pro Soccer announced the acquisition of the FC Buffalo Youth Academy. This milestone marks a transformative moment for soccer in Western New York, paving the way for young athletes to access a talent development pipeline that will guide them from local youth fields to the highest levels of global soccer - allowing them to develop their skills at home while preparing to compete on the biggest stages.
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Thu, Feb 6th 2025 12:10 pm
Tops Friendly Markets, along with partners Field & Fork Network, is proud to announce the expansion of the Double Up Food Bucks NY program to local communities throughout Western New York. DUFB, which makes fresh fruits and vegetables more affordable, is now available at 10 additional Tops locations.
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Tue, Feb 4th 2025 11:20 am
In recognition of Black History Month, René Jones, chairman and CEO of M&T Bank, rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange on Monday morning. The bell-ringing celebrated the invaluable contributions and achievements of the Black community, while also honoring the legacy of Black history and culture.
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Tue, Feb 4th 2025 10:55 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced $20.7 million to support SNUG Street Outreach programs that work to reduce gun violence and save lives in 14 communities across New York.
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Mon, Feb 3rd 2025 07:00 am
The Niagara Arts and Cultural Center is proud to announce this year's annual "Artists of Color" art exhibition, "Women of Colors," will feature female artists.
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Thu, Jan 30th 2025 09:05 pm
When someone's heart stops pumping, early CPR can save their life. New survey research from the American Heart Association reveals more Americans are prepared to provide that lifesaving rhythm for their friends, family and community.
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