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Community Missions to hold 15th annual interfaith community prayer service for mental illness recovery & understanding
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.
Niagara Pride celebrates 5th anniversary
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.
NYSEG, RG&E installing 18,000 additional animal guards to increase resiliency & reliability
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.
Kearns, Office for People with Disabilities to host special 'DisAbility Awareness Day'
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.
150th anniversary of 30 Mile Point Lighthouse to be celebrated at 'Christmas at the Lighthouse'
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.
Region comes together to honor veterans at 12th annual appreciation day
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.
BNMC to present 5th annual Food as Medicine Symposium in October
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.
DEC, attorney general, Buffalo Sewer Authority announce 'historic commitment to significantly improve Niagara River water quality'
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.
DEC reminds New Yorkers to use caution when outdoor burning
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.
New exhibit at History Center features Haudenosaunee & Erie Canal
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.
Niagara Gospel Mission hosts event celebrating future of women's shelter
Mon, Sep 22nd 2025 12:05 pm
On Friday at Niagara Gospel Mission, many local church leaders gathered for a special event, "The Church is Our Foundation," a gathering of prayer, vision and fellowship as the team at the mission prepares for the exciting next chapter of ministry.
Neglia Ballet's production of 'The Nutcracker,' with music by the BPO, returns to Shea's Buffalo Theatre
Mon, Sep 22nd 2025 11:50 am
Neglia Ballet's "The Nutcracker," set to Tchaikovsky's unforgettable score performed by the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, returns to Shea's Buffalo Theatre for its 16th presentation of this beloved holiday classic.
Niagara County Department of Health offers free diabetes self-management workshop
Mon, Sep 22nd 2025 10:20 am
The Niagara County Department of Health, in partnership with the Niagara County Office for the Aging, is offering a free diabetes self-management workshop. The workshop will meet one day a week on Mondays, from 1-3:30 p.m., for six weeks (Oct. 20 through Nov. 24) at the North Tonawanda Library, 505 Meadow Drive.
ECHDC announces all-day Erie Canal bicentennial activities on Sept. 21
Thu, Sep 18th 2025 03:45 pm
Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. (ECHDC) encourages all to join in one last huzzah for summer during a day filled with Erie Canal-themed programming on Sunday, Sept. 21, at Canalside in Buffalo. During this send-off to the season and commemoration of the Erie Canal bicentennial, activities will run from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Buffalo Bills & American Heart Association take CPR awareness to the turf
Thu, Sep 18th 2025 12:00 pm
Today at Highmark Stadium, fans attending the Buffalo Bills vs. the Miami Dolphins National Football League game are invited to join the American Heart Association's Nation of Lifesavers through an immersive cardiopulmonary resuscitation experience (CPR), part of the Bills' continuing commitment to CPR education.
'Nunsense' tickets are going fast!
Thu, Sep 18th 2025 09:50 am
The Rotary Club of Lewiston/Niagara-On-The-Lake proudly presents the return of its "Theater with a Purpose" show with this year's feature, "Nunsense," by Dan Goggin, for a six-night run In October.
Krolikowski named CEO of Jericho Road Community Health Center
Mon, Sep 15th 2025 11:10 am
Dr. Allana M. Krolikowski has been named CEO of Jericho Road Community Health Center, the board of directors of the Buffalo-based health care organization announced.
'Restoring Roots' a community ceremony of remembrance & renewal
Mon, Sep 15th 2025 09:55 am
The Buffalo Maritime Center (BMC), 7th Gen Cultural Resources, M&T Bank, and the Erie County Parks Department invite the public to "Restoring Roots," an evening of renewal, connection and community from 6-8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, at Seneca Bluffs Park, 1670 Seneca St., Buffalo.
Tops celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by partnering with Hispanic Heritage Council of WNY
Mon, Sep 15th 2025 09:55 am
Tops Friendly Markets, along with our vendor partners American Beverage Marketers (Agalima), Badia, Melinda's, NY Produce, Ole, River Valley Foods, Romero Foods, and Xochitl Chips, are proud to support National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15) and local organizations such as Hispanic Heritage Council of WNY.
Presentation to be given on Gen. Haller's WWI 'Blue Army'
Mon, Sep 15th 2025 09:55 am
On Saturday, Oct. 4, American Legion Post No. 1465 will sponsor a slideshow presentation by the internationally renowned lecturer Paul S. Valasek on Gen. Haller's WWI "Blue Army."
National Preparedness Month: Hochul urges New Yorkers to make emergency plan, attend preparedness course
Fri, Sep 12th 2025 12:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul encouraged New Yorkers to make an emergency plan during National Preparedness Month.
Diamonds in the Ruff Animal Rescue to hold 'TAILgate' raffle
Tue, Sep 9th 2025 06:55 pm
Diamonds in the Ruff Animal Rescue will holding its "TAILgate" raffle from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Shawnee Firehall, 3747 Lockport Road, Sanborn.
Tops donates Taste of Buffalo funds to Arc of Erie County New York
Mon, Sep 8th 2025 05:45 pm
Last week, Tops presented Arc of Erie County New York with proceeds from the 2025 Taste of Buffalo Tops tent and prize wheel. While the proceeds amounted to just over $13,000, Tops rounded up the donation to $15,000 for this organization, which does so much for the greater community.
Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus seeks new music director to lead Grammy-winning organization
Mon, Sep 8th 2025 05:40 pm
The Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus, Western New York's premier symphonic chorus and winner of the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Choral Performance, announces its search for a dynamic music director to lead the organization into its next chapter of artistic excellence.
Local pro teaches homeless how to golf at Niagara Gospel Mission
Mon, Sep 8th 2025 01:50 pm
Niagara Gospel Mission has been teaching members of its recovery program how to golf. Starting at the beginning of the summer, NGM had the privilege of welcoming local golf pro Frank Garcia to its facilities to coach and teach residents.
Lewiston Service Guild & Friends of the Youngstown Free Library announce annual harvest tea
Fri, Sep 5th 2025 07:00 am
The Lewiston Service Guild, in partnership with the Friends of the Youngstown Free Library, will once again host a harvest tea. This year's event is set for Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Youngstown Presbyterian Church. Doors will open at noon, with tea service beginning at 1 p.m.
State Parks Niagara River Greenway Standing Committee to meet
Tue, Sep 2nd 2025 08:55 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Niagara River Greenway Standing Committee will meet at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, in the Castellani Building at DeVeaux Woods State Park, 3160 DeVeaux Woods Drive, Niagara Falls. The committee will vote to approve funding for the 2025 and 2026 Niagara Gorge crew, which is responsible for trail maintenance in the Niagara Gorge.
Fowler's Chocolates, FeedMore WNY partner to fight hunger in honor of Sponge Candy Day, Hunger Action Month
Tue, Sep 2nd 2025 08:55 pm
In recognition of the 10th anniversary of Sponge Candy Day this September, Fowler's Chocolates - known as the original maker of sponge candy - has teamed up with FeedMore WNY to give back throughout the month with a food drive and fundraising opportunity.
Niagara Celtic to host Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy
Tue, Sep 2nd 2025 11:15 am
The Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival & Highland Games will feature the following bands for the 2025 event: On Saturday, Sept. 13 the opening band, Tuatha Dea, from Gatlinburg, Tennessee, starts out the evening at 6. At 8:30 p.m., the headliner taking the stage is Canada's queen and king of Celtic performers: Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy.
Empire State Wrestling announces '1 Fall!' in Niagara Falls, with major match announcements
Tue, Sep 2nd 2025 11:10 am
Empire State Wrestling (ESW), Western New York's premier professional wrestling promotion, announced "1 Fall!" The event will take place Friday, Sept. 26, at the Frontier Fire Hall, located at 2176 Liberty Drive, Niagara Falls. Doors for this action-packed night will open at 6 p.m., with the first bell scheduled for 7 p.m.
Carolyn Beard to be ordained at Lewiston's First Presbyterian Church
Tue, Sep 2nd 2025 11:10 am
The Presbytery of Western New York Presbyterian Church (USA) has announced the ordination of Carolyn "Carly" Beard to the Ministry of Word and Sacrament. The formal ordination service will take place at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Old Stone Church at First Presbyterian Church, 505 Cayuga St., Lewiston. A fellowship celebration will follow at the church.
Construction underway on $53 million Milk-Bone plant renovation
Thu, Aug 28th 2025 12:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced construction is underway on the $53 million renovation of The J.M. Smucker Co.'s Milk-Bone manufacturing facility located in Buffalo's East Side.
History Center to offer 'Cemetery Tales' tour
Thu, Aug 28th 2025 12:15 pm
The Niagara History Center's Step Back In Time Players will offer a public walking tour of Lockport's historic Cold Springs Cemetery at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 7. The tour will be led by the History Center's Geoff Koplas, and Linda Lee of Cold Springs Cemetery.
'Coffee with Chris' and Sen. Rob Ortt
Thu, Aug 28th 2025 12:15 pm
New York State Sen. and Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt will join Niagara County legislators Chris Voccio and Chris McKimmie at "Coffee with Chris" at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 6.
Flu vaccines available at all Wegmans pharmacies
Thu, Aug 28th 2025 12:15 pm
The influenza vaccine for the 2025-26 flu season is now available at all Wegmans pharmacy locations.
Niagara Pride launches new LGBTQ+ drop-in programs in Niagara County
Wed, Aug 27th 2025 08:45 am
Beginning in September, Niagara Pride will launch two new LGBTQ+ drop-in programs at its center in Niagara Falls. The focus will be LGBTQ+ youth, ages 14 to 21, and LGBTQ+ seniors, ages 55 and older.
Tops commits to helping families eat at home more often during National Family Meals Month
Mon, Aug 25th 2025 02:45 pm
With an aim to inspire families to eat at home together more often, Tops Markets is celebrating National Family Meals Month in September, encouraging customers to share one more meal together each per week at home - and highlighting simple, healthy meal solutions in nearly every aisle, every day.
Connect Niagara Bus Service to waive fares weekdays from Sept. 2-12
Mon, Aug 25th 2025 01:50 pm
Connect Niagara - the bus service operated by the Niagara County Department of Public Works - will allow all riders to ride for free weekdays from the day after Labor Day, Tuesday, Sept. 2 through Friday, Sept. 12, as part of an effort to introduce more people to the service.
Culvert work to begin on Upper Mountain Road
Fri, Aug 22nd 2025 09:55 am
The Niagara County Department of Public Works (DPW) today announced that culvert work will begin next Wednesday, Aug. 27, on Upper Mountain Road between Sunset Drive and the railroad overpass. This is the next phase in the Upper Mountain Road rehab project that began in July.
 

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