Mon, Jan 5th 2026 02:40 pm
The American Red Cross is teetering on a blood shortage this winter, which could lead to a disruption in lifesaving care. Donors are urged to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now.
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Mon, Jan 5th 2026 12:10 pm
Connect Niagara, the Niagara County-run bus service, will undergo some changes to its bus routes beginning Jan. 20. Connect Niagara - formerly known as Niagara County Rural Transportation - is run by the county's Department of Public Works.
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Mon, Dec 29th 2025 12:00 pm
AAA Western and Central New York encourages motorists to be extra vigilant this holiday season and to celebrate responsibly. New Year's Eve festivities can be tempting, and AAA urges drivers not to drink and drive. AAA reminds partygoers to plan ahead with a designated driver, ride sharing, or overnight accommodations.
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Mon, Dec 29th 2025 11:55 am
Women United of Greater Niagara proudly announces the success of "Essentials: The Hygiene Project," held in November to benefit Niagara Gospel Mission and Mount St. Mary's Neighborhood Health Center.
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Mon, Dec 29th 2025 11:50 am
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Fri, Dec 26th 2025 08:00 am
A new holiday tradition debuted last week in the Town of Niagara, with the first Santa neighborhood drive.
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Fri, Dec 26th 2025 07:00 am
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Fri, Dec 19th 2025 10:25 am
The Niagara Military Affairs Council (NIMAC) extends its sincere gratitude to the Western New York federal delegation for its strong support of the recently passed National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes $54 million in authorized funding for a Combined Operations Alert Facility (COAF) at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station (NFARS).
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Fri, Dec 19th 2025 08:00 am
Town of Niagara Town Board members and Supervisor Sylvia Virtuoso said goodbye to Councilman Charles Teixeira on Tuesday at his final Town Board meeting.
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Fri, Dec 19th 2025 07:50 am
On Tuesday, Dec. 2, an installation dinner for the Kiwanis Club of Niagara-Wheatfield was held at Cast + Cow in Lewiston.
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Fri, Dec 12th 2025 03:35 pm
During the fall "Check Out Hunger" scanning campaign, Wegmans customers raised nearly $3.1 million for hunger relief at the company's 114 stores. This campaign, which ran from Oct. 22 to Nov. 29, allowed customers to donate any amount at checkout, with 100% of the proceeds going to each store's local Feeding America food bank partner.
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Mon, Dec 8th 2025 04:40 pm
Niagara County Joseph A. Jastrzemski today warned those who are flying domestically but still do not have a REAL ID-compliant license or other acceptable documents that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will begin charging them a $45 fee starting Feb. 1, 2026. The fee is to use the TSA Confirmi.ID process, which uses advanced biometrics and biographic data for identification verification.
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Mon, Dec 8th 2025 10:05 am
The Riviera Theatre and several local restaurants are teaming up to help support Twin Cities Community Outreach (TCCO), home of the NT Inter Church food pantry, with a special event Thursday, Dec. 11, according to Niagara County legislators Rich Andres, Randy Bradt and Jesse Gooch, who are spearheading the effort. This is the third year for the event, dubbed "A Miracle in North Tonawanda."
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Fri, Dec 5th 2025 02:10 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation is pleased to announce that, weather-permitting, one lane of the southbound bridge carrying Interstate 190 over Niagara Falls Boulevard (U.S. Route 62) in the City of Niagara Falls is scheduled to reopen to traffic Saturday morning, Dec. 6.
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Thu, Dec 4th 2025 07:55 am
At Monday's Town Board meeting, Wheatfield Water and Sewer Department head Mark Clark gave the Town of Wheatfield an update on the municipality's efforts to test for lead in water. The testing has been mandated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency following new changes in the lead and copper rule.
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Wed, Dec 3rd 2025 08:45 pm
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Fri, Nov 28th 2025 08:00 am
The anniversary of a life-ensuring surgery has arrived for Town of Niagara Police Chief Craig Guiliani.
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Thu, Nov 27th 2025 08:00 am
As always, I welcome your feedback and am available to listen.
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Mon, Nov 24th 2025 03:00 pm
To borrow a phrase, neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night can stop Wagner's Farm Market from providing fresh apples to its customers.
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Mon, Nov 24th 2025 02:55 pm
Guests eating at Salisa's Restaurant might be surprised to learn owner/line cook Michael Baase was educated ... in the chiropractic arts.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2025 04:15 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that Junction Road (State Route 93), between Saunders Settlement Road (State Route 31) and Upper Mountain Road in the Town of Lockport, will be closed to through traffic for approximately three to six days beginning Sunday, Nov. 23, to facilitate CSX maintenance of the railroad crossing.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2025 02:15 pm
The Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed Blue Cave restaurant to Lewiston, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held Thursday at 810 Center St.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2025 10:10 am
Congratulations to the students from the Niagara Career and Technical Education Center, who were recently inducted into the National Technical Honor Society.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2025 08:40 am
The Town of Niagara has enhanced its identity within Niagara County through the completion of a new welcome mural at 2590 Military Road, visible from the New York State Thruway.
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Mon, Nov 17th 2025 01:35 pm
On Friday, the New York State Department of Transportation issued a statement from Region 5 Director Eric Meka pertaining to Interstate 190 over Niagara Falls Boulevard (State Route 62) in the City of Niagara Falls.
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Fri, Nov 14th 2025 07:00 am
Veterans Day in Wheatfield was marked by an observance ceremony at the American Legion Hall on Ward Road, hosted by the Wheatfieldlegionriders.org.
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Wed, Nov 12th 2025 09:10 am
This Thanksgiving, Tops Friendly Markets is once again leading the way in value - helping families celebrate the holiday with more joy, more flavor, and less stress. Tops is holding the line on turkey prices, at just 48 cents per pound - the same low price as last year - ensuring the centerpiece of the meal stays affordable for every family.
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Fri, Nov 7th 2025 07:00 am
Known as Project Future Center, the small building in the Town of Wheatfield, at 2720 Niagara Falls Blvd., sits patiently for those who want to learn the tenants of bushido kai.
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Fri, Nov 7th 2025 07:00 am
The following is a list of submitted events recognizing Veterans Day:
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Mon, Nov 3rd 2025 01:50 pm
The American Legion Band of the Tonawandas announced its annual Christmas concert, a cherished tradition that brings warmth and joy to the community, will take place at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec; 7, at the Cardinal O'Hara High School Performing Arts Center, at 39 O'Hara Road, Town of Tonawanda.
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Mon, Nov 3rd 2025 01:50 pm
Niagara County Public Works Commissioner Garret Meal announced the Niagara County Golf Course is now closed for the season. Meal said the closure was based on both current weather conditions and the future outlook that does not show any improvements in conditions.
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Mon, Nov 3rd 2025 01:50 pm
Throughout the month of November, United Way of Greater Niagara and Women United of Greater Niagara are collecting essential hygiene products to help restore dignity and comfort to individuals and families across the region.
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Fri, Oct 31st 2025 07:00 am
The owner of 2920 Birch Ave., which could face demolition after a Town of Niagara hearing in November, said he considers the process of condemning his property as done fraudulently - and should the Town Board decide upon destroying the structure on it, there will be a legal response.
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Fri, Oct 31st 2025 07:00 am
To celebrate 25 years of transformative impact in Niagara County, the Niagara Area Foundation invited current and past council members, community partners and clients to a special event on Oct. 23 in Lewiston to mark the anniversary and to share an exciting announcement about a major, multi-year gift to support Say Yes Niagara Falls.
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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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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
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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Fri, Oct 24th 2025 07:10 am
The option to override the 2% tax cap was formally approved by a 4-1 vote at the Town of Niagara's regular Town Board business meeting on Tuesday. Councilman Charles Teixeira was the lone dissenting vote against authorizing Supervisor Sylvia Virtuoso and the board to increase taxes by more than 2%.
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Fri, Oct 24th 2025 07:00 am
It's that time of year that our kids love. The holidays. The first one being Halloween next week. It's always a good time to remind all of you about traffic and costume safety, which can help make it safe for all the trick-or-treaters and the driving public.
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Thu, Oct 23rd 2025 11:10 am
The Town of Niagara, the Town of Niagara Lions Club, and the Town of Niagara Helping Hands are joining together to honor veterans at a ceremony and luncheon at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at Veterans Memorial Community Park, 7000 Joe Rotella Way. A buffet lunch will follow in the Calvin K. Richards Community Center. All veterans are invited to attend.
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