Wed, Nov 26th 2025 10:50 am
Food is a big part of holiday fun, but festivities can take your attention away from cooking and lead to fires. Cooking fires are the No. 1 cause of home fires and injuries. With guests gathering for Thanksgiving, the chance of a mishap increases. In fact, more cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving than any other day of the year!
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Tue, Nov 25th 2025 08:40 pm
The Town of Lewiston had a productive session Monday, with plans for a public hearing on Dec. 8 to approve a six-month moratorium on special use variances and permits, and updates on the Morgan Farms sewer testing project among the newsmakers.
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Tue, Nov 25th 2025 04:25 pm
"The New York State Department of Transportation has been working diligently to expedite the safe, partial reopening of the bridge carrying Interstate 190 southbound over Niagara Falls Boulevard in the City of Niagara Falls, Niagara County."
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Tue, Nov 25th 2025 11:05 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 8.2 million checks have now been mailed to eligible New Yorkers under the state's first-ever inflation refund check program.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2025 10:10 am
The Buffalo Sabres announced the team will partner with Child and Family Services for the return of the "Sabres Holiday Angels" program presented by AMR. The adopt-a-family program allows Sabres fans to support their neighbors in need this holiday season.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2025 10:10 am
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are urging customers to prepare for winter weather, and are offering practical tips to stay safe and warm this season.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2025 08:50 am
Two Timberberlink Drive residents spoke out in favor of a buffer zone between their homes and the planned Golfview subdivision. The project is a mixed-use housing development at Whitehaven and East River roads.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2025 08:45 am
What does Thanksgiving mean to you? Being kind? Being thankful?
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Wed, Nov 19th 2025 08:45 am
Niagara University is proud to announce a historic and transformative gift that will elevate the experience and success of its pre-law students.
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Mon, Nov 17th 2025 04:30 pm
As the 2025-26 flu season begins, the Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) is urging all residents ages 6 months and older to get their annual flu vaccine.
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Mon, Nov 17th 2025 04:30 pm
Every start to the winter season, we make the same promise, "This year will be different." This year, we'll be ready for whatever blizzard Mother Nature sends our way.
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Mon, Nov 17th 2025 04:30 pm
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Mon, Nov 17th 2025 04:30 pm
The Western New York Coalition for the Homeless' Code Blue Collaborative recently announced the start of this year's Code Blue initiative, and introduced a new lead agency, The Buffalo City Mission.
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Fri, Nov 14th 2025 07:00 am
The Lewiston Town Board heard updates on sewer studies in Morgan Farms during its Monday work session.
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Thu, Nov 13th 2025 01:35 pm
Highmark has announced the launch of "(un)Hungry," an annual community movement to address food insecurity during the holidays. With planning that began more than a year ago, the campaign represents a continuation of Highmark's deep and long-standing commitment to improving food insecurity across Pennsylvania, Delaware, West Virginia and New York.
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Thu, Nov 13th 2025 01:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced an emergency investment of nearly $550,000 in assistance for SUNY community college food pantries and related efforts to help campuses address the ongoing food insecurity crisis as a result of the federal government shutdown.
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Wed, Nov 12th 2025 09:10 am
Shea's Performing Arts Center and FeedMore WNY are partnering to fight hunger across the community through the "Wicked For Good" food drive, inspired by the hit Broadway musical sensation "Wicked."
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Mon, Nov 10th 2025 04:15 pm
The Western and Central New York region is experiencing an early dose of wintry weather, and AAA has tips to keep everyone safe on the roads.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2025 04:15 pm
The state of New York has informed the Erie County Department of Social Services (ECDSS) this morning that the issuance of SNAP EBT benefits began Sunday, and will continue through next Monday, with 96% of SNAP households in Erie County receiving 100% of their authorized benefits.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
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Fri, Nov 7th 2025 04:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the last statewide "Free Fishing Day" of 2025 will occur Tuesday, Nov. 11, to mark Veterans Day and honor those who defended and protected this nation's democracy and freedoms. On "Free Fishing Day," New York waives the fishing license requirement for freshwater fishing in state waters.
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Fri, Nov 7th 2025 09:25 am
On Nov. 6, the Niagara Falls Police crash investigation unit responded to the intersection of Portage Road and Osborne Court to process the scene of a two-car accident with injuries.
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Fri, Nov 7th 2025 07:00 am
The following is a list of submitted events recognizing Veterans Day:
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Tue, Nov 4th 2025 01:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York's annual statewide holiday donation drive to benefit families in need across New York is underway as of Saturday, Nov. 1.
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Tue, Nov 4th 2025 01:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a major affordability win for millions of New Yorkers: $151 million in energy bill savings in 2026 as a result of the state's zero-emissions credits (ZEC) program, with the potential for additional savings in future years depending on market conditions.
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Tue, Nov 4th 2025 01:35 pm
Skip Wardynski, third-generation owner of the 106-year-old F. Wardynski & Sons, has come up with a "WNY CHALLENGE" to help allay the concerns of friends and neighbors who might be food-insecure as a result of the current government shutdown and the uncertainty of SNAP funds and food stamps.
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Mon, Nov 3rd 2025 01:50 pm
New York drivers need to buckle up this fall and watch for animals on the roads. Animal-related collisions are one of most common contributing factors in crashes in New York, after driver inattention/distraction, passing/lane changing/improper use, following too closely, and failure to yield right-of-way. Fall is the season when drivers are encouraged to be most cautious!
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 07:20 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton reminds New Yorkers to hunt safely this season. She encourages all outdoor enthusiasts to respectfully share the woods and follow safety precautions.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
Bishop Michael W. Fisher has returned from a weeklong visit to the Vatican, where he met with his holiness Pope Leo XIV and several dicasteries (administrative offices) of the Holy See to detail the progress of bringing together diocesan parishes, known as the "Road to Renewal," as well as emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, among other topics.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
In response to the growing need for food support in the community, and to assist families and individuals facing food insecurity, City of North Tonawanda Mayor Austin Tylec's office is partnering with Lumber City Church to host a community food assistance event.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
Double Up Food Bucks NY (DUFBNY), the statewide nutrition incentive program that provides a free and automatic dollar-for-dollar match on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) purchases of fresh fruits and vegetables, will remain available for SNAP shoppers at all participating DUFBNY locations throughout November, even if SNAP benefits are temporarily unavailable.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:50 am
Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced Wednesday that two teenagers were convicted for their involvement in a shooting that resulted in the death of a 3-year-old boy and injured his sister last summer.
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Tue, Oct 28th 2025 02:45 pm
On Oct. 27, at approximately 9:48 p.m., Niagara Falls police responded to investigate a crash spanning from the 5300 block to the 5600 block of Buffalo Avenue. The crash involved a 2012 Yamaha Sports Bike and an electric bicycle.
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Tue, Oct 28th 2025 10:40 am
Last year, 46 emergency responders never made it home, according to the Emergency Responder Safety Institute. They were police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and tow truck operators - struck while assisting others on the roadside.
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Mon, Oct 27th 2025 04:40 pm
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Mon, Oct 27th 2025 11:10 am
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.05, up 1 cent from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.13. The New York state average is $3.11, down 2 cents from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.21.
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Fri, Oct 24th 2025 10:50 am
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) will make its election protection hotline available for the Nov. 4 general election and during New York's early voting period, which runs from Saturday, Oct. 25, through Sunday, Nov. 2.
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Fri, Oct 24th 2025 07:10 am
The option to override the 2% tax cap was formally approved by a 4-1 vote at the Town of Niagara's regular Town Board business meeting on Tuesday. Councilman Charles Teixeira was the lone dissenting vote against authorizing Supervisor Sylvia Virtuoso and the board to increase taxes by more than 2%.
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Fri, Oct 24th 2025 07:00 am
The Lewiston Public Library (www.lewistonpubliclibrary.org) has been a cornerstone of learning, inspiration and connection in our community since 1901. It offers more than just books - it provides free access to technology, educational programs for all ages, job search resources, safe spaces for children and teens, digital media, and countless opportunities for personal growth.
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Thu, Oct 23rd 2025 11:10 am
The Town of Niagara, the Town of Niagara Lions Club, and the Town of Niagara Helping Hands are joining together to honor veterans at a ceremony and luncheon at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at Veterans Memorial Community Park, 7000 Joe Rotella Way. A buffet lunch will follow in the Calvin K. Richards Community Center. All veterans are invited to attend.
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