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Hope Chest Buffalo Niagara Dragon Boat Festival returns
Thu, Apr 9th 2015 07:00 am
The 2015 Hope Chest Buffalo Niagara Dragon Boat Festival will take place Saturday, June 13, at Baird Point at the State University of New York at Buffalo North. All proceeds benefit Hope Chest of Buffalo.
ABWA hosts spring networking event 'Shine: Empower, Connect, Achieve'
Thu, Apr 9th 2015 07:00 am
The American Business Women's Association, Western New York Charter Chapter, has announced its networking and professional development event, "Shine: Empower, Connect, Achieve," will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, April 23, at Salvatore's Italian Gardens Restaurant in Depew.
Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village announces busy calendar of events
Wed, Apr 8th 2015 12:50 pm
Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village celebrates the arrival of spring with a wide variety of events for visitors of all ages at 3755 Tonawanda Creek Road, Amherst.
Everyday People performing at Niagara Catholic's spring 'Duffy Dance'
Tue, Apr 7th 2015 04:20 pm
Niagara Catholic Jr./Sr. High School welcomes Everyday People to its spring "Duffy Dance" at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 25. Admission is $7. The school is located at 520 66th St., Niagara Falls.
HARBORCENTER announces 2015-2016 tournament schedule
Tue, Apr 7th 2015 03:45 pm
HARBORCENTER Vice President and Director of Hockey Nik Fattey today announced the schedule for the 2015-16 HARBORCENTER Cup youth hockey tournaments.
Ready. Set. March for Babies: March of Dimes kicks off biggest fundraiser
Tue, Apr 7th 2015 07:00 am
On April 26 at Canalside in Buffalo, thousands of families and business leaders will join together in the March of Dimes annual March for Babies - the nation's oldest walk fundraiser honoring babies born healthy and those who need help to survive and thrive.
Buffalo Unconference: Self-organizing conference turns attendees in to presenters
Tue, Apr 7th 2015 07:00 am
Buffalo Unconference powered by AT&T is an interactive event built to bring together a diverse group of people so they may share their knowledge on topics they are passionate about through presentations, demos and open discussions.
2015 Scotty Bowman Showcase rosters announced
Mon, Apr 6th 2015 08:15 pm
The Buffalo Sabres today announced the rosters for the 11th annual Scotty Bowman Showcase, which will take place Sunday, April 12, at First Niagara Center.
Bradt urges special meeting on buildings approval of deal by April 17
Mon, Apr 6th 2015 08:15 pm
Niagara County Legislator Randy R. Bradt, R-North Tonawanda, called on Niagara County Legislature Chairman William L. Ross, C-Wheatfield, today to convene a second special meeting in a month to approve the purchase of a trio of downtown Lockport buildings by the county to avoid paying several days' rent on the facilities.
Roswell Park: New president of 117-year-old cancer center appoints new leadership team
Fri, Apr 3rd 2015 05:35 pm
In an effort to better align the operational structure of the century-old cancer center, Roswell Park Cancer Institute's 15th and first female president begins her tenure by reorganizing the talent around her.
Raise funds for WNY Ovarian Cancer Project
Fri, Apr 3rd 2015 07:05 am
The WNY Ovarian Cancer Project announces the start of its third annual geranium sale.
Sabres game-worn away, third jerseys up for auction
Wed, Apr 1st 2015 11:35 pm
The Buffalo Sabres today announced they will hold an online auction of the second set of the team's game-worn away jerseys and the first set of the game-worn third jerseys from the 2014-15 season.
Niagara Law Center hosts inaugural continuing legal education course
Tue, Mar 31st 2015 01:25 pm
Judges, defense attorneys and prosecutors - including Niagara County District Attorney Michael J. Violante - assembled at Niagara University this month for a criminal procedure practicum seminar.
Mary and Jody Lomeo to serve as honorary co-chairs for Deaf Access Services Spring Gala
Mon, Mar 30th 2015 11:30 am
Mary and Jody Lomeo will serve as co-chairs of the Deaf Access Services Spring Gala, a black-tie-optional fundraising event Saturday, April 11, at Statler City. DAS is the area's premiere advocate for the deaf and hard of hearing community.
Arts Services Initiative of WNY announces 2nd annual 'Spark' Cultural Awards
Mon, Mar 30th 2015 11:25 am
Arts Services Initiative of Western New York announced details of its second annual "Spark" Cultural Awards, presented by M&T Bank. The awards party, "Celebrating Those Who Ignite Arts & Culture," will take place at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday May 20, at the Hotel @The Lafayette.
Northeast Kidney Foundation of Greater Buffalo announces Gift of Life Celebration Recognition Dinner
Mon, Mar 30th 2015 11:25 am
The Northeast Kidney Foundation of Greater Buffalo will hold the 2015 Gift of Life Celebration Recognition Dinner at 6 p.m.
7th annual Penguin Days amateur photo contest winners
Sat, Mar 28th 2015 09:30 pm
The Aquarium of Niagara celebrated the 24th annual Penguin Days March 21-22 with a penguin photography contest. The winning amateur photographers are:
Funding awards announced by Buffalo and Erie County Greenway Fund Standing Committee
Fri, Mar 27th 2015 10:50 am
The Buffalo and Erie County Greenway Fund Standing Committee announced funding awards totaling more than $2.2 million to 12 projects for the latest round of funding.
'Key to Locks' Award honors late history and tourism advocate Dianne Koplas
Thu, Mar 26th 2015 06:55 pm
City of Lockport Mayor Anne McCaffrey will present the 10th annual "Key to the Locks" Award to honor Lockport's Dianne Koplas, Saturday, May 9.
Riding center for kids with special needs and veterans seeks urgent help
Thu, Mar 26th 2015 06:50 pm
Hundreds of riders, from war veterans to children with special needs, are all booked to ride at Lothlorien Therapeutic Riding Center in East Aurora for the season. There's just one big problem: All the snow that fell in East Aurora this past winter has taken a toll on the riding center's indoor barn and riding arena.
Memorial Medical Center announces 2015 board appointments
Wed, Mar 25th 2015 09:35 pm
The Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center board of directors confirmed its 2015 slate of officers and re-elected five incumbent board members to three-year terms at its annual meeting March 23.
Friends of Niagara University Theatre celebrate 51 years of NU Theatre at annual gala
Tue, Mar 24th 2015 05:30 pm
On May 2, the Friends of Niagara University Theatre will celebrate 51 years of Niagara University Theatre when the group hosts the 30th annual Friends of Niagara University Theatre Gala.
Buffalo Startup Weekend to host first event focused exclusively on sports industry
Tue, Mar 24th 2015 03:20 pm
Buffalo Startup Weekend co-organizers have announced a new Startup Weekend event focused solely on sports-centric startups. Buffalo Startup Weekend Sports! will be held May 1-3 at dig Buffalo.
Higgins announces bill to prohibit border fee
Thu, Mar 19th 2015 06:25 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, announced the introduction of the Promoting Border Commerce and Travel Act.
'Watch parties' link Bulls fans across town and across the country
Wed, Mar 18th 2015 02:50 pm
There will be one heck of a party in the student union Friday as University at Buffalo faculty, staff and those students who stayed on campus over spring break gather to watch their Bulls take on West Virginia in the "Big Dance."
Sabres alumni breast cancer awareness pink ribbon jerseys up for auction
Wed, Mar 18th 2015 11:05 am
The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team will hold an online auction of the breast cancer awareness Sabres jerseys that were worn and autographed by Sabres alumni during the annual Sabres Alumni Fall Wine Festival, which took place at First Niagara Center March 12.
'Giants Of Buffalo' focuses on food
Tue, Mar 17th 2015 02:40 pm
Save the date - and your appetite. On "M&T Friday," April 17, The Buffalo History Museum will present "Giants Of Buffalo: Food."
Buffalo and Erie County Greenway Fund Standing Committee to meet March 24
Mon, Mar 16th 2015 04:45 pm
The next meeting of the Buffalo and Erie County Greenway Fund Standing Committee will be held at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, at the Electric Tower Building, 535 Washington St. (second-floor glass conference room), Buffalo. The meeting is open to the public.
Lighthouse Café welcomes Jim Drew
Mon, Mar 16th 2015 11:55 am
Jim Drew returns to The Lighthouse Café, 555 Davison Road, Lockport, at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 21.
'Check Out Hunger' collects near record $759,176 for Food Bank of WNY
Wed, Mar 11th 2015 08:25 pm
Customers of seven local retailers donated $759,176 during the 22nd annual "Check Out Hunger" drive. This year's campaign was the second largest in "Check Out Hunger" history, nearly matching the record of $760,208 set in 2014.
The NACC celebrates 'Niagara's narrative' with 'March Along the Portage' lecture series
Tue, Mar 10th 2015 03:15 pm
This March, The Niagara Arts & Cultural Center, in cooperation with the Niagara Falls Nation Heritage Area and The Niagara Falls Historical Preservation Society, is featuring events that celebrate Niagara's history.
Leadership Niagara to host Bill Strickland as special guest at awards luncheon
Tue, Mar 10th 2015 03:15 pm
Leadership Niagara has announced Bill Strickland will share his message of leadership, self-worth and transformation as a special guest and keynote speaker at the 2015 annual awards luncheon.
Gliding Stars on ice
Tue, Mar 10th 2015 10:00 am
The Gliding Stars of Western New York will host their 11th annual ice show, titled "Family Game Night on Ice," at 7 p.m. Friday, March 20, and 1 p.m. Saturday, March 21, at the Northtown Center in Amherst (formerly the Pepsi Center).
Plans taking shape for final Civil War encampment
Mon, Mar 9th 2015 12:20 pm
Organizers of the fourth and final Civil War encampment, put on by Genesee Community College to mark the 150th anniversary of the war that defined this nation, said it promises to be one of the most interesting to date.
Grand opening: Western New York game development nonprofit celebrates new home in Buffalo
Fri, Mar 6th 2015 06:00 pm
On the heels of facilitating Mayor Byron Brown's "Serious Computer Game Design Competition," the Buffalo Game Space is inviting Western New Yorkers to a grand-opening celebration at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 28. BGS is hosting the event at its new home in the Tri-Main Center on Main Street in Buffalo.
Nearly 100,000 people help make 'Dunkin' Donors Make a Difference' campaign a success
Wed, Mar 4th 2015 05:25 pm
The American Red Cross and Dunkin' Donuts concluded the new "Dunkin' Donors Make a Difference" campaign Feb. 15 with nearly 100,000 blood and platelet donors rolling up their sleeves to become "DD Donors."
'Zooper Saturday' to celebrate lion birthday this weekend
Wed, Mar 4th 2015 12:15 pm
The Buffalo Zoo will host a lion birthday party during the March "Zooper Saturday" event March 7. It will celebrate the second birthday of Tiberius, a male African lion who arrived at the Buffalo Zoo from Rochester in December.
New York State Youth Hockey Championships come to Northtown Center in Amherst
Wed, Mar 4th 2015 07:00 am
Hundreds of budding hockey stars will converge on the Northtown Center in Amherst for the New York State Youth Hockey Championships March 6-8. A total of 43 teams from across New York will compete in the tournament, including the boys' 16U and 18U tiers I and II and the girls' 16U tiers I and II.
Eight 'Communities of Opportunity' will strengthen links between farmers and consumers
Tue, Mar 3rd 2015 03:55 pm
Eight communities across the country will receive training and assistance to link family farmers and local residents who lack access to healthy food.
Memorial's Competitive EDGE Sports Performance program to showcase new home at open house
Tue, Mar 3rd 2015 03:55 pm
The Competitive EDGE Sports Performance Program will hold an open house from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 12, at its new location in the Niagara Falls High School Field House.
 

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