Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
Thanks to a $23,000 grant provided by the New York State Department of Labor, People Inc. will train more than 60 direct support professionals (DSPs) on solutions-focused strategies and trauma-informed care.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month and a time to raise awareness about the specialized, expert care Niagara Hospice provides in Niagara County. The nonprofit organization has provided hospice care to over 30,000 individuals and their families since 1988. In recognizing the month, the nonprofit organization is happy to announce plans for its longest-running fundraiser, "Cocktails & Cash."
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens and the Niagara Frontier Orchid Society will host their popular biannual orchid show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9. The show will feature hundreds of exotic and award-winning orchids, expert orchid growers and sellers, and other orchid vendors.
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Tue, Oct 28th 2025 02:20 pm
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection and the address confidentiality program are reminding domestic violence survivors and victims about the resources available in this state to protect New Yorkers and end the cycle of violence at home.
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Mon, Oct 27th 2025 03:10 pm
The Niagara History Center will once again commemorate Veterans Day with a program for children ages 7 to 11, exploring the "History of Secret Military Communications." Participants will learn how the U.S. military secretly communicated during wartime from the American Revolution up through the 20th century conflicts.
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Mon, Oct 27th 2025 11:05 am
Niagara County Legislature Chair Rebecca Wydysh will join county legislators Chris Voccio and Chris McKimmie for "Coffee with Chris" at 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 1.
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Fri, Oct 24th 2025 06:15 pm
Orleans County Department of Social Services (DSS) Commissioner Holli Nenni and Niagara County DSS Commissioner Meghan Lutz today issued a joint statement to residents regarding the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) for the 2025-26 season:
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Fri, Oct 24th 2025 10:50 am
Lockport CARES invites the community to its annual dinner and a movie, registration-only fundraising event Thursday, Nov. 6, at the Historic Palace Theatre in Lockport. Doors open at 6 p.m.
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Fri, Oct 24th 2025 10:50 am
Tops Friendly Markets announced the company will once again offer military personnel and their immediate families an 11% discount off their grocery bill this Veterans Day.
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Thu, Oct 23rd 2025 02:25 pm
The Rural Schools Association (RSA) of New York State is inviting the community, school administrators, teachers and business members to attend a forum from 6-8 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Orleans/Niagara BOCES' Conference Center at 4124 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn. David Little, executive director of the RSA, will be the featured presenter.
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Thu, Oct 23rd 2025 02:25 pm
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are reminding customers to contact them immediately if they think they might have trouble paying their energy bills, due to the federal government shutdown or any other reason.
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Wed, Oct 22nd 2025 06:55 pm
Notice to interested voters in Niagara County from the election commissioners:
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Wed, Oct 22nd 2025 06:55 pm
The Niagara County Department of Public Works announced a section of Hartland Road in the Town of Somerset and Hartland that has been closed since early June will reopen to traffic the afternoon of Thursday, Oct. 23.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2025 04:45 pm
The Breast Cancer Network of WNY (BCN) will host its annual open house from 3-6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at its facility inside the United Way Building at 742 Delaware Ave. The event will focus on BCN's programs, breast cancer awareness, and early detection. It will also feature several exhibits and information from area cancer providers. The open house is free and will include refreshments.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2025 04:25 pm
Oct. 18 is National Move Over Day, recognized on the third Saturday of October every year. Last year, New York's "Slow Down/Move Over" requirement expanded to include disabled vehicles that are parked on the shoulder of a controlled access highway or parkway, requiring drivers to exercise caution when approaching a disabled vehicle.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2025 04:25 pm
National Teen Driver Safety Week runs from Oct. 19-25. This is a perfect time for parents to talk with teen drivers about the importance of safety behind the wheel.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2025 04:25 pm
The BISON Children's Scholarship Fund proudly announces its 2025 annual celebration luncheon to be held from noon to 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21 (doors open at 11:30 a.m.), at the Buffalo Convention Center. The board of directors, along with the chairs of the event, Kristin Bauer and Kellie Ulrich, invite you to attend and celebrate the achievements of BISON Fund students.
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Mon, Oct 13th 2025 05:45 pm
The Buffalo Wind Symphony will pay tribute to this nation's heroes with "Together We Rise," a powerful concert honoring veterans, active service members, and the spirit of unity that defines the community. The performance will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, at the Williamsville North High School Auditorium.
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Fri, Oct 10th 2025 04:30 pm
Erie County has added appointments to its scheduled COVID-19 vaccine clinic sites in Buffalo and Orchard Park, and coordinated four more clinics to meet community demand.
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Tue, Oct 7th 2025 05:10 pm
The 21st Century Fund, a fund and giving circle of the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, is now accepting applications from nonprofit organizations for its 2025-2026 grant cycle through 4 p.m. Dec. 5.
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Tue, Oct 7th 2025 06:55 am
AAA received over 27 million emergency roadside service calls across the U.S. in 2024. Of those calls, the majority of vehicles required towing (roughly 13 million) or were experiencing battery issues (approximately 7 million).
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Mon, Oct 6th 2025 07:50 pm
The University at Buffalo Graduate School of Education, in collaboration with the Western New York Education Equity Task Force, will host its annual "Igniting Equity in Education" conference from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, at the Active Learning Center, located in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, 955 Main St., Buffalo.
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Mon, Oct 6th 2025 07:50 pm
Fall is in the air and that means it's time to shop until you drop with your favorite local vendors and artisans at the annual Totally Sweet Buffalo "Falliday" event happening at Buffalo RiverWorks from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11. Come celebrate fall with amazing, unique items made by local artisans. The event will feature 100 vendors who will be selling fall-themed merchandise and, of course, all things Buffalo and football!
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Mon, Oct 6th 2025 07:45 pm
The intersection of Niagara Falls Boulevard and 66th Street/Factory Outlet Boulevard was closed for approximately three hours between 11:45 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. Saturday, while the Niagara Falls Police Department crash investigation unit investigated a crash between a vehicle and a pedestrian.
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Mon, Oct 6th 2025 08:00 am
Independent Living of Niagara County, part of the WNY Independent Living Inc. family of agencies, is hosting "Meet the Candidates Day 2025" from 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, at 746 Portage Road, Niagara Falls. This event offers local residents the opportunity to meet candidates for public office, discuss their priorities, and share perspectives on issues impacting people with disabilities and the Niagara County community.
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Fri, Oct 3rd 2025 02:50 pm
Early-bird registration for the YMCA Turkey Trot ends tonight at midnight. Beginning Saturday, Oct. 4, the registration fee will increase to $44 for each entry until the race sells out.
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Fri, Oct 3rd 2025 02:30 pm
Balancing the needs of aging parents while still caring for children and supporting a family is a tough challenge and one that an ever-growing number of families are facing.
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Thu, Oct 2nd 2025 08:45 pm
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Thu, Oct 2nd 2025 08:45 pm
Niagara County Legislator Chris McKimmie has submitted comments to New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) on the draft state energy plan - and he urged residents to do the same.
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Thu, Oct 2nd 2025 08:45 pm
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Thu, Oct 2nd 2025 06:05 pm
Community Missions will present its 15th annual interfaith community prayer service for mental illness recovery and understanding at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, at Bacon Memorial Presbyterian Church, 166 59th St., Niagara Falls.
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Tue, Sep 30th 2025 03:55 pm
Niagara Pride, the leading organization supporting the LGBTQ+ community in Niagara County, announced its fifth anniversary celebration event will take place from 6-8 p.m. Oct. 15 at the Kenan Center, 433 Locust St., Lockport. It promises to be a memorable evening filled with entertainment, inspiration and camaraderie.
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Tue, Sep 30th 2025 03:55 pm
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are installing thousands of animal guards across their service areas to increase energy reliability for approximately 1.3 million electric customers.
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Mon, Sep 29th 2025 04:50 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns, in partnership with the Erie County Office for People with Disabilities, will host a special "DisAbility Awareness Day" from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Erie County Auto Bureau, located in the Urbandale Plaza at 2122 George Urban Blvd., Depew. No appointment is required for this community outreach event.
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Mon, Sep 29th 2025 04:45 pm
Golden Hill State Park and the Friends of Thirty Mile Point Lighthouse present "Christmas at the Lighthouse" from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12. The event takes place at Golden Hill State Park, 9691 Lower Lake Road, Barker, and is free of charge to attend.
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Thu, Sep 25th 2025 02:55 am
Nearly 400 people from across Western New York and beyond gathered Saturday at Niagara Falls High School for the 12th annual Veterans Appreciation Day, hosted by Hands Healing Heroes. Veterans and their families - some traveling more than two hours to attend - were treated to an afternoon of live entertainment, raffles, entrance gifts, and a hearty home-cooked meal - all free of charge, including haircuts and massages for the veterans.
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Tue, Sep 23rd 2025 04:00 pm
The Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus announced the fifth annual Food as Medicine Symposium will take place on Oct. 23-25 at the UB Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.
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Mon, Sep 22nd 2025 12:10 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton urges all New Yorkers to exercise extra caution before any outdoor burning.
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Mon, Sep 22nd 2025 12:10 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton, New York State Attorney General Letitia James, and the Buffalo Sewer Authority (BSA) recently announced an agreement to significantly improve water quality along the Niagara River and its tributaries.
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Mon, Sep 22nd 2025 12:05 pm
As the Niagara History Center commemorates the bicentennial of the Erie Canal, a new temporary exhibit has gone up in the Changing Exhibit Room in the Outwater House at 215 Niagara St., Lockport. This exhibit, titled "The Haudenosaunee and the Erie Canal: Dispossession and Displacement," shows how the idea and construction of the Erie Canal impacted the Indigenous people of New York.
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