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Rooted Hearts: Caring for people and helping them navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding & support
Fri, Oct 16th 2026 06:00 am
Rooted Hearts Counseling and Wellness Services is beginning an exciting new chapter in the Western New York community under the leadership of Katherine Patti-Saeli, LCSW, M.Ed. With more than 70 clinicians, three local offices, and telehealth services, Rooted Hearts provides compassionate, ethical, and evidence-based mental health care to individuals and families throughout the greater Buffalo area.
Buffalo History Museum, Roycrofters at Large Association announce 'Carrying the Craft Forward: The Roycroft Renaissance'
Thu, Oct 15th 2026 10:40 am
The Buffalo History Museum and the Roycrofters at Large Association present "Carrying the Craft Forward: The Roycroft Renaissance" in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the founding the Roycrofters-at-Large and its landmark conservation and preservation work to reestablish the Historic Roycroft Campus of East Aurora in 1976.
Ortt highlights continued funding & success of Joseph Dwyer Peer-to-Peer Veterans' Support Program
Tue, Oct 13th 2026 09:45 pm
New York State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt joined Assemblymen Paul Bologna and Angello Morinello, along with Niagara County Clerk Joe Jastrzemski and Niagara County Legislator Jesse Gooch to discuss the continued funding and success of the Joseph Dwyer Peer-to-Peer Veterans' Support Program.
NYS announces expanded outreach efforts for SNAP & other nutrition assistance programs
Tue, Oct 13th 2026 09:40 pm
The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) announced $26.4 million for enhanced outreach projected to help more than 340,000 New Yorkers with seeking, obtaining and maintaining food assistance, including via the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and/or other nutrition assistance programming across New York, through provision of information, application support, and more
Empower salutes NYS Parks
Mon, Oct 12th 2026 06:00 am
Empower honored the Niagara Region of New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at its annual awards dinner held at Antonio's Restaurant on Oct. 8.
DEC announces 2026 big game hunting seasons in October
Fri, Oct 9th 2026 03:45 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton reminded big game hunters that a variety of New York state deer and bear hunting seasons begin in October.
Ryan, UB announce Buffalo Ready Homes partnership to streamline building processes, help build new homes on vacant lots
Fri, Oct 9th 2026 03:45 pm
Mayor Sean Ryan and the University at Buffalo School of Architecture and Planning announced Buffalo Ready Homes, a partnership to make it easier to build single-family and two-family homes on vacant lots in Buffalo.
Wolf Blitzer to join Jewish Museum of Buffalo for evening honoring Irv Weinstein, celebrating Jewish history
Mon, Oct 5th 2026 01:50 pm
The Jewish Museum of Buffalo is pleased to announce "An Evening with Wolf Blitzer," a special event bringing legendary journalist and Buffalo native Wolf Blitzer back to his hometown for an evening of conversation, remembrance and celebration.
Help support Diamonds in the Ruff
Fri, Oct 2nd 2026 06:45 am
Diamonds in the Ruff animal rescue will hold its annual tailgate raffle from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, at the Shawnee Firehall, 3747 Lockport Road, Sanborn. The event will include basket, 50/50, booze, signed jersey and high-end items raffles; plus, baked goods and merchandise sales.
United Way of Greater Niagara opens 2027 funding cycle
Thu, Oct 1st 2026 09:40 am
United Way of Greater Niagara is now accepting applications for its 2027 program funding cycle. Nonprofit organizations located in Niagara County or the City of Tonawanda that provide programs and services focused on youth development are encouraged to apply.
Niagara County: NCDMH awarded suicide prevention grant
Thu, Oct 1st 2026 09:35 am
The Niagara County Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse (NCDMH) announced it has been awarded a highly competitive Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) adult suicide prevention grant.
'Nightmare Wharf' opens: Buffalo Naval Park announces new tours & exclusive overnight experience
Thu, Oct 1st 2026 09:35 am
"Nightmare Wharf" opens this Friday, Oct. 2, at the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park. As the Naval Park prepares to welcome its first guests, it is announcing two new shipboard tours and "Nightmare Overnight: The Admiral's Ultimate VIP Experience," which includes an exclusive overnight stay in the Admiral's Quarters aboard USS Little Rock along with VIP access to "Nightmare Wharf."
Community Missions to hold 16th annual interfaith community prayer service for mental illness recovery & understanding
Tue, Sep 29th 2026 09:40 pm
Community Missions will present its 16th annual interfaith community prayer service for mental illness recovery and understanding at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, inside Bacon Memorial Presbyterian Church, 166 59th St., Niagara Falls. The service will feature readings, prayers and music offered by representatives of various faith traditions and community members.
With 'My Tops Days,' Tops Friendly Markets celebrates hometown value, Buffalo pride & everything gameday!
Tue, Sep 29th 2026 09:40 pm
Tops Friendly Markets is once again celebrating everything that makes Tops a hometown grocer during its annual "My Tops Days," Sept. 27 through Oct. 3, with a week dedicated to delivering the variety, quality and value customers deserve while celebrating the people, partnerships and hometown traditions that make Western New York special.
'Totally Sweet Buffalo Falliday & Football Fest' is Oct. 10
Mon, Sep 28th 2026 06:55 pm
Fall and football season has begun - and what better way to celebrate than by hosting the "Totally Sweet Buffalo Falliday & Football Fest" happening from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10 at Buffalo RiverWorks?
Ryan, National Grid launch 'City of Light' initiative to replace hundreds of downed streetlight poles
Fri, Sep 25th 2026 11:15 am
The City of Buffalo and National Grid launched "City of Light," a new initiative to replace downed streetlight poles and restore lighting in neighborhoods across Buffalo. The partnership will address a backlog of more than 500 downed poles while establishing a streamlined process for future replacements.
State Parks announce 2026-27 duck blind drawings
Thu, Sep 24th 2026 12:00 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation has announced its annual duck blind drawings for Fort Niagara, Joseph Davis, Wilson Tuscarora and Golden Hill state parks.
UB: School of Nursing expands mobile vaccine initiative to reach underserved children across WNY
Tue, Sep 22nd 2026 02:45 pm
The University at Buffalo School of Nursing has partnered with Buffalo Public Schools for the second consecutive year to implement the mobile vaccine initiative (M-VAX), a community health program designed to improve childhood vaccination rates.
New 'Scarecrow Trail' opens plus spooky fun at Botanical Gardens
Mon, Sep 21st 2026 03:25 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens welcomes the fall season with its new Scarecrow Trail and events including "Spooky Mini Glow Golf," "Spooky Artisan Market," "BOOtanical Bounce Party," and garden and art classes.
Oscar crowned fastest wiener dog in WNY
Mon, Sep 21st 2026 03:20 pm
The annual "Family Fun Day and Dachshund Races" were held Sunday at Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel. Dachshunds from across Western and Central New York competed for the crown of fastest wiener dog in Western New York.
St. Adalbert Basilica hosts 140th anniversary celebration
Mon, Sep 21st 2026 03:20 pm
St. Adalbert Basilica (212 Stanislaus St., Buffalo) will celebrate 140 years on Saturday, Sept. 26, with a special Mass and banquet.
'Shea's Shopping Soiree' takes stage Nov. 19
Mon, Sep 21st 2026 03:20 pm
Shop local with friends and family on the stage at Shea's Buffalo Theatre at "Shea's Shopping Soiree" from 4:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19. Back by popular demand, this event features dozens of local vendors, including some of the region's most creative kid businesses.
Old Falls Street USA heats up September with blues & Oktoberfest celebrations
Thu, Sep 17th 2026 05:30 pm
Fall is arriving in Niagara Falls USA, and Old Falls Street USA is giving visitors and residents plenty of reasons to celebrate with a lineup of free events throughout September. Located just steps from Niagara Falls State Park and connected to the Niagara Falls Convention Center, Old Falls Street USA will host the following events this September:
Niagara History Center 'Free Family Night'
Tue, Sep 15th 2026 07:10 pm
The Niagara History Center in Lockport will hold a "Free Family Night" from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22. This month's theme is "One Room School Houses."
Niagara County accepts historical record of Vietnam death notices
Tue, Sep 15th 2026 07:10 pm
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski and Veteran Services Director Jeff Glatz were presented with a two-volume set of every death notice for Western New York residents killed in Vietnam by Mary Brennan-Taylor, co-curator of the "I Was There: Unknown Stories of Vietnam" exhibit. The binders of death notices were the work of local historian Patrick Kavanagh and will be kept by the county historian's office.
Niagara University to host 2026 Food Industry Center of Excellence Summit
Tue, Sep 15th 2026 07:10 pm
Niagara University will bring together food industry leaders, innovators and experts from across the country for the 2026 Food Industry Center of Excellence Summit on Tuesday, Sept. 29, at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo.
Making healthy lifestyle change accessible for teens is goal of American Diabetes Association grant awarded to UB investigator
Tue, Sep 15th 2026 07:10 pm
It's well-known that obesity and the cardiometabolic diseases that it can lead to continues to be a major concern among the nation's teens, affecting more than 1 in 5. But while teens and families want to know how to eat healthier, that assistance can be hard to find.
City of Buffalo announces transition to ParkMobile, outlines parking payment updates
Fri, Sep 11th 2026 10:10 pm
The City of Buffalo outlined its phased transition from Buffalo Roam to ParkMobile for mobile parking payments. Drivers can continue using either service while new parking signs are installed throughout the city's metered parking areas.
T-shirt revealed for 131st annual YMCA Turkey Trot
Fri, Sep 11th 2026 10:10 pm
YMCA Buffalo Niagara unveiled the anticipated T-shirt for the 131st annual YMCA Turkey Trot. All registered Turkey Trotters will receive this commemorative shirt when they sign up.
State Parks announces pheasant hunt lottery
Fri, Sep 11th 2026 10:10 pm
The Niagara Frontier Region of New York State Parks announced the annual permit lottery for the 2026 pheasant hunting season will take place Monday, Oct. 5. This will include the drawing for both the youth hunt and the regular season hunt.
Over 400 blighted lots & properties cleaned up, 30 blocks of Niagara Street to be paved and repaired under state of emergency
Wed, Sep 9th 2026 08:50 am
Contractors hired by the City of Niagara Falls have cleaned up over 400 blighted properties and lots since the state of emergency was declared July 20. On Aug. 19, the state of emergency was extended for an additional 30 days.
New fashion experience coming to Niagara Falls
Wed, Sep 9th 2026 08:50 am
The Niagara Falls National Heritage Area is excited to present "Runway at the Second Coming House," a new fashion show celebrating creativity, culture and community, from 5-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at Prophet Isaiah House in Niagara Falls.
City of Buffalo provides update on flood recovery efforts & emergency pickup
Tue, Sep 8th 2026 03:20 pm
The City of Buffalo provided an update on ongoing recovery efforts following Thursday evening's flash flood, including the emergency collection of flood-damaged household items, documentation of damage to homes and businesses, and potential avenues for additional assistance.
Niagara Area Foundation accepting grant applications to address Niagara County needs
Tue, Sep 8th 2026 03:15 pm
The Niagara Area Foundation, a geographic division of the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, is now accepting grant applications from nonprofit organizations for its 2026 grant cycle.
 

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