Mon, Jun 9th 2025 02:15 pm
A major new initiative will dramatically expand Western New York students' access to hands-on tech learning opportunities. The Innovation Fellows program will create a corps of local educators equipped to expand STEM learning in their schools.
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Thu, Jun 5th 2025 02:45 pm
The Niagara County Department of Public Works announced two sections of Hartland Road in the towns of Somerset and Hartland will be closed to all motorists, except local traffic, beginning Monday, June 9. Detour signs will be in place to redirects motorists.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 07:35 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is celebrating Pride Month in a variety of ways - from flag-raisings to events across the state.
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Thu, May 29th 2025 03:15 pm
Today, electronics recycler Sunnking launched registration in Buffalo for its 2025 fundraisers, e-Scrap for Camp and Recycle 4 Ronald, benefiting Camp Good Days and Ronald McDonald House Charities of WNY.
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Thu, May 29th 2025 03:15 pm
There are many exciting things happening in North Tonawanda and WNY all summer long, and it's time to celebrate and join in on the fun!
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Tue, May 27th 2025 01:35 pm
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Tue, May 27th 2025 01:30 pm
Gearheads, motorcycle enthusiasts, and families alike are invited to attend Northgate Health Care Facility's High-Octane Car & Motorcycle Show, taking place from 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at 7264 Nash Road, North Tonawanda (at the corner of Niagara Falls Boulevard).
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Tue, May 27th 2025 12:55 pm
Caitlynne Kesty and Aneeta Shepardson were named co-chairs of the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Niagara County. Kesty is a purchaser at Amherst Stainless Fabrication and runs WNY Meat Raffles. Shepardson is a teacher with Lewiston-Porter.
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Tue, May 27th 2025 12:55 pm
Emergencies don't take a holiday. As we observe Memorial Day, the American Red Cross urges donors to keep the blood supply top of mind and help save lives by making an appointment to give blood or platelets.
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Tue, May 27th 2025 10:25 am
In honor of Memorial Day, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced key enhancements to the New York State Veterans Tuition Award that expand access to college financial aid for more veterans. This expansion now allows veterans who served at least four years on active-duty to qualify for full-tuition awards, even if they did not serve in combat or a specific combat theater.
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:05 pm
Wings of Hope, a community remembrance event, will take place Saturday, June 21, on the Niagara Hospice campus located at 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport.
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Thu, May 22nd 2025 10:05 pm
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Tue, May 20th 2025 06:40 pm
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Tue, May 20th 2025 06:40 pm
The American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, invites Buffalo companies, communities and individuals to stop the cycle of stroke by raising critical funds to further research and education through CycleNation.
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Tue, May 20th 2025 06:35 pm
On Tuesday, various public, private, health care and nonprofit sector leaders from across the Western New York region gathered to unveil the "Crisis to Care Collaborative" - an innovative effort aimed at improving the response to people experiencing a mental health emergency.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 12:00 pm
Perry's Ice Cream, the brand known for its rich, creamy ice cream and innovative creations, is excited to announce the release of three new scoop shop flavors. These new additions to Perry's portfolio of flavors continue the brand's legacy of crafting unique and indulgent experiences for ice cream connoisseurs.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 12:00 pm
On Friday, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner announced more than $9 million in Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) funding for eligible Native American Tribes and Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs) in New York to carry out affordable housing activities in Indian Country. Nationally, HUD awarded $1.1 billion in IHBG funding.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul and Seneca Nation President J. Conrad Seneca announced plans for Hochul to visit Seneca Nation territory to apologize on behalf of New York state's role in the Thomas Indian School atrocities.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
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Thu, May 15th 2025 05:05 pm
Girl Scouts of Western New York (GSWNY) is proud to announce its 2025 Women of Distinction honorees - an inspiring group of leaders who exemplify courage, character and commitment to community. These remarkable women represent the very best of Western New York, each blazing trails in their professions and creating a lasting impact.
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Wed, May 14th 2025 07:45 pm
On Tuesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul, City of Buffalo Mayor Christopher P. Scanlon and members of the 5/14 Memorial Commission announced a major milestone for the permanent and living memorial to honor the lives taken and those impacted by the racially motivated mass shooting at Tops on Jefferson Avenue on May 14, 2022.
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Wed, May 14th 2025 09:15 am
Niagara Falls USA is proud to announce it will host the 101st annual New York State and Bermuda Lions Convention from May 16-18. Approximately 600 attendees, including two past international presidents, will convene at the Niagara Falls Convention Center for a weekend of trainings, workshops and networking opportunities.
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Wed, May 14th 2025 09:15 am
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Wed, May 14th 2025 09:15 am
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Tue, May 13th 2025 03:30 pm
Just Buffalo Literary Center is announcing the 13th season of the Silo City Reading Series, a multigenre celebration of poetry, music, art and community held in Marine A, a 120-foot-high, 100-year-old grain silo at the edge of the Buffalo River.
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Tue, May 13th 2025 03:30 pm
In neighborhoods across America, women face a daunting threat from a federal practice that, although it was outlawed decades ago, continues to negatively impact their health today.
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Tue, May 13th 2025 10:40 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced applications are now open for the "East Side Building Fund," a new $10 million fund that aims to assist in private building renovations and infill development to help revitalize neighborhood business districts in East Buffalo.
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Fri, May 9th 2025 01:20 pm
Tops Friendly Markets and the Taste of Buffalo are pleased to announce that Lisa Alessi Nicastro, a talented artist from Orchard Park, is the grand-prizewinner of the 2025 Taste of Buffalo Tops poster art contest.
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Thu, May 8th 2025 04:40 pm
Stella Hycner, a cherished resident at Catholic Health's McAuley Residence, is marking a remarkable milestone - her 107th birthday!
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Thu, May 8th 2025 09:10 am
Nusantara Arts is thrilled to present "Ayo! Festival of Indonesian Gamelan music, Dance & Legend," Buffalo's first ever Indonesian arts festival. The festival will take place May 23 (starting at 6 p.m.) at Nusantara Arts Cultural Center, and May 24 (starting at 5:30 p.m.) at Buffalo's historic Connecticut Street Armory. The festival will include music, dance and film.
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Thu, May 8th 2025 09:05 am
In an inspiring display of community, generosity and collaboration, Family Promise of Western New York has successfully secured funding for a much-needed larger transportation van, ensuring continued support for families facing homelessness.
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Mon, May 5th 2025 05:15 pm
Women United of Greater Niagara's annual baby supply drive, "Bundles," has been extended. This year's drive will benefit Pinnacle Community Services and the YWCA of Niagara Frontier, two organizations dedicated to supporting women, children and families in the community.
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Mon, May 5th 2025 01:00 pm
AAA Western and Central New York is reminding travelers that new identification requirements are going into effect this week for travel within the U.S.
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Mon, May 5th 2025 01:00 pm
The WNY Women's Foundation invites local women and men of all professional backgrounds to participate in the 2025 Leadership Summit at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena on Friday, May 30.
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Mon, May 5th 2025 01:00 pm
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Mon, May 5th 2025 11:15 am
The Town of Lewiston recently shared the following via its social media:
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Fri, May 2nd 2025 12:35 pm
A volunteer selection panel from the Western New York community has selected Steven Cotten of Lockport as the recipient of the 20th annual Key to the Locks Award.
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Fri, May 2nd 2025 12:35 pm
Every 40 seconds someone in the U.S. has a stroke, one of the leading causes of serious, long-term disability. To spotlight the courage and dedication of those impacted by stroke, the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is honoring seven nationwide recipients through its annual Stroke Hero Awards, including Buffalo-area resident Kathy O'Leary. She won the Voters' Choice Hero Award.
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Fri, May 2nd 2025 07:00 am
In a partnership between the Niagara County Sheriff's Office and Niagara County Office of Emergency Management, two trailers of eight vehicle barriers each have been ordered and are expected to be delivered shortly, just in time for outdoor festival season in Western New York.
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Thu, May 1st 2025 11:15 am
Destination Niagara USA is proud to announce its participation in National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) from May 4-10. This annual celebration highlights the vital role the U.S. travel industry plays in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and enhancing America's global competitiveness.
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