Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 12:45 pm
Artpark & Company announces Gov't Mule and JJ Grey & Mofro are headed to the Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston for 6:30 p.m. concert on Thursday, Aug. 6.
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 10:50 am
Montana International LLC, concessionaire for Grand Island State Park facilities, announced the Beaver Island State Park Golf Course will continue its tradition of offering free rounds of golf to active-duty service members and veterans. The program - now in its third year - has provided nearly $100,000 in complimentary golf to military players over the past two years.
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Mon, Mar 30th 2026 11:05 am
The 32nd annual Nancy Price Memorial Run will be held starting at 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 8, starting and finishing at Griffon Brewing, 200 Lockport St., Youngstown. The scenic course takes walkers and runners through the Village of Youngstown and beautiful Fort Niagara State Park. The 1/2-mile kids fun run takes place at 6 p.m., and will feature a course through Falkner Park.
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Thu, Mar 26th 2026 04:40 pm
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) announced its fishing facilities, including the fishing pier at the base of the Robert Moses Niagara Hydroelectric Power Plant, will open for the season on Wednesday, April 1.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 08:25 pm
The City of Niagara Falls and the Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club are partnering to launch a "night gym" pilot program designed specifically for local youth ages 16-18.
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Tue, Mar 24th 2026 09:20 am
Artpark & Company announces Turnpike Troubadours will be coming to the Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, with special guests Muscadine Bloodline & The Creekers.
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Wed, Mar 18th 2026 02:20 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens welcomes the return of the annual spring flower exhibit, which commences Friday, March 20, and will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Monday, April 13.
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Mon, Mar 16th 2026 11:20 am
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton recently announced the annual statewide ban prohibiting residential brush burning begins March 16 and runs through May 14.
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 12:25 pm
Registration is now open for Old Fort Niagara's 300th anniversary history symposium: "Politics, Trade and Diplomacy on the New York Frontier." The event will be held Saturday, April 25, at the Fort Niagara Officers Club adjacent to the Old Fort. Hours for the program are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 10:20 am
Artpark announces that Cole Swindell at the Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 04:05 pm
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski is warning local residents of a scam involving a fake traffic summons. Drivers are being sent the fake toll violation summons along with a QR code to send payment to the fraudsters.
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Wed, Mar 4th 2026 07:40 pm
The Kenan Center Theatre will present "Marry Me A Little," a charming and bittersweet musical revue featuring songs by Stephen Sondheim, March 20-29 in the Taylor Theatre, 433 Locust St., Lockport.
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Tue, Mar 3rd 2026 10:20 am
Artpark & Company announced Charley Crockett, "Age of the Ram Tour," is coming to the Mainstage Theater in Lewiston at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, with special guests Durand Jones & The Indications.
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Mon, Mar 2nd 2026 10:20 am
Niagara Gospel Mission formally dedicated its men's emergency shelter in honor of Tom McLaughlin, recognizing his decades of faithful leadership and lifelong commitment to serving individuals experiencing homelessness.
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Fri, Feb 27th 2026 08:40 am
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in women, yet less than half of women are aware of this. The American Heart Association is changing women's health through the Go Red for Women movement. Since 2004, Go Red for Women has addressed awareness and clinical care gaps of a woman's greatest health threat.
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Thu, Feb 26th 2026 02:45 pm
AAA Western and Central New York is pleased to announce a partnership with Northland Workforce Training Center (NWTC) to provide driver training to students in need of a driver's license for workforce readiness.
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Wed, Feb 25th 2026 07:55 pm
Gliding Stars of Western New York proudly announces its 20th annual ice show, a milestone celebration marking two decades of inclusion, perseverance and achievement on the ice.
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Thu, Feb 19th 2026 09:25 am
Colvin Cleaners is proud to announce the launch of its 2026 "Gowns for Prom" program, with the most significant evolution in the program's history. For the first time, the charitable initiative will operate out of its own dedicated headquarters, at 2312 Elmwood Ave., transforming the traditional giveaway event into a recurring, high-end "boutique experience" for Western New York high school students.
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Wed, Feb 18th 2026 07:50 am
As part of Niagara Frontier Publications' annual "WNY's Best Local Fish Fry" contest, vote for the restaurant serving your favorite fish fry. The eatery with the most votes will be featured in The Niagara County Tribune/Sentinel•Grand Island Dispatch, with additional content posted at www.wnypapers.com.
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Tue, Feb 17th 2026 04:45 pm
The Niagara Military Affairs Council (NIMAC) joined military leaders, elected officials and community partners on Tuesday to celebrate the groundbreaking of the $6.3 million BOWST training project at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station (NFARS), a milestone made possible through years of sustained advocacy and collaboration.
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Thu, Feb 12th 2026 11:35 am
The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA), The Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus (BNMC), the University at Buffalo, and their partners announce the soft launch of the Buffalo All Access pilot project, an innovative transportation solution designed to make it easier for Western New York residents to travel around the region - with an emphasis on the neighborhoods around the medical campus.
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Tue, Feb 10th 2026 11:45 am
University at Buffalo scientists Sophie Nowicki and Beata Csatho are part of an international team chosen for a NASA satellite mission designed to improve predictions of environmental change and help mitigate natural disasters.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 06:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the 2026 dates for "Free Fishing Days" in New York. The requirement for a freshwater fishing license is waived during the following six days in 2026: Feb. 14-15, June 27-28, Sept. 26 (National Hunting and Fishing Day), and Nov. 11 (Veterans Day).
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:35 am
The Niagara Arts & Cultural Center (NACC) will showcase a multimedia exhibition of works featuring 30-40 professional and amateur artists at the 15th annual "Artists of Color" Gallery Exhibition.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 06:45 pm
The Taste of Buffalo presented by Tops announced Adam Roma as chairperson of the 2026 event. Additionally, the Taste announced that Twenty6 Productions and Judith A. Sperry have been hired to serve as the new event manager and sponsorship liaison, respectively.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 03:20 pm
Destination Niagara USA has announced the addition of three distinguished professionals to its board of directors for 2026: Anna Pierce, vice president at Rainbow Air Inc.; Dave Wedekindt, president of Artpark & Company; and John Kinney, founder and owner of Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours. Each brings decades of experience, leadership and dedication to the Niagara Falls tourism community.
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Tue, Jan 27th 2026 08:05 pm
Grammy Award-winning hitmaker Ne-Yo and Grammy Award-winning multi-Platinum recording artist Akon announce their co-headlining "Nights Like This" global tour. Produced by Live Nation, the massive 57-city tour will make a stop at Darien Lake Amphitheater in Darien Center on Friday, July 24.
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Fri, Jan 23rd 2026 01:35 pm
Throughout the month of February, FeedMore WNY is calling on its community partners to "spread the love" by donating unopened jars of peanut butter to support our neighbors experiencing food insecurity.
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Fri, Jan 23rd 2026 07:00 am
The repairs along the I-190 southbound bridge crossing over Niagara Falls Boulevard in Niagara Falls are expected to be completed in the spring, according to New York State Department of Transportation representative Ryan Whalen.
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Wed, Jan 21st 2026 06:55 pm
The University at Buffalo Center for the Arts (UBCFA), the region's premier multidisciplinary arts hub, announces its spring 2026 season, featuring music programming that spans jazz, indie and folk rock, along with special events that bring the best in arts and entertainment to Western New York.
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Fri, Jan 16th 2026 01:15 pm
The Greater Niagara Fishing Expo, returning to the Niagara Falls Convention Center from Feb. 19-22, is proud to announce a meaningful partnership with Catching Dreams Charters, a nonprofit organization dedicated to giving children battling pediatric cancer, and their families, the opportunity to escape the challenges of treatment and enjoy a therapeutic day on the water.
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Wed, Jan 14th 2026 09:15 am
Tops Friendly Markets is proud to launch this year's "Check Out Hunger" campaign. The initiative will take place in all Tops stores from Sunday, Jan. 18, through Saturday, Feb. 7.
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Thu, Jan 8th 2026 05:00 pm
United Way of Greater Niagara is proud to announce its 2026 program funding awards, supporting a diverse group of agencies. These organizations reflect United Way's mission to champion youth-focused initiatives that foster positive social, emotional and mental development.
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Tue, Jan 6th 2026 02:00 pm
Girl Scouts of Western New York kicks off the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie season as Girl Scouts explore more possibilities through the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world. The Girl Scouts of WNY 2026 summer camp registration is also officially underway with registration for day and overnight camps opening Jan. 7.
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Mon, Jan 5th 2026 01:55 pm
As New Yorkers face higher prices for groceries and essential goods, many are experiencing a profound hunger crisis.
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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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Sat, Dec 20th 2025 12:40 pm
The Seneca Nation is returning more than 200 acres of its ancestral homelands to Nation ownership, thanks to a donation agreement with a local developer.
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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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Tue, Dec 16th 2025 03:55 pm
The Niagara County Parks Department on Tuesday said the outdoor ice rinks at Krull and Burmaster parks are now open to the public. The parks are open for ice skating between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. daily, and the rinks do have lighting.
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Tue, Dec 16th 2025 11:25 am
Lewiston Community Lions Club members volunteered with the Salvation Army of Niagara Falls during the "Red Kettle Campaign" at DiMino's Lewiston Tops.
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