Thu, Aug 20th 2026 03:25 pm
The Niagara Region of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is proud to announce the third annual "Pedal for Parks" presented by the Maid of the Mist in support of local New York state parks.
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Thu, Aug 20th 2026 03:25 pm
New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez announced the start of a $5.5 million project to enhance safety and improve travel along South Transit Street (state Route 78) in the City of Lockport.
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Thu, Aug 20th 2026 12:50 pm
Shea's Performing Arts Center marked a major construction milestone on Monday, as the foundation was laid and the walls began to rise on the Shea's Buffalo Theatre expansion, giving the public its first look at the project taking shape. The transformation comes during Shea's centennial year, as the theater celebrates 100 years as a cornerstone of downtown Buffalo, and looks ahead to the future.
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 07:00 am
Niagara County Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti recently announced several key leadership promotions within the Niagara County Sheriff's Office. These appointments recognize outstanding service, proven leadership, and a commitment to the agency's mission of protecting and serving the residents of Niagara County.
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 06:00 am
Niagara County Legislature Majority Leader Randy Bradt and Deputy Majority Leader Christopher McKimmie presented a $15,000 Community Partnership Fund grant to the Niagara Aerospace Museum. Executive Director Lindsey Poloncarz, along with board members Don Erwin and Allison O'Connor, accepted the check on behalf of the museum.
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Tue, Aug 11th 2026 04:40 pm
Niagara County Sheriff Mike Filicetti and Niagara County Legislature Chairman Mike Hill joined local officials and first responders on Tuesday to break ground on the final emergency communications tower in Niagara County's countywide public safety communications upgrade project.
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Sun, Aug 9th 2026 02:45 pm
Artpark & Company welcomed Gov't Mule and JJ Grey & Mofro for a full night of rock and jam music on Thursday at the outdoor amphitheater.
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Mon, Aug 3rd 2026 05:15 pm
The Buffalo Zoo is thrilled to announce the birth of a critically endangered addax calf, which entered the world on July 4. The calf, born to mom Patricia (age 4) and dad Dune (3), is doing incredibly well in mom's care and can be seen by visitors in the Buffalo Zoo's addax habitat most mornings beginning Wednesday, Aug. 5.
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Mon, Aug 3rd 2026 04:40 pm
Tops Friendly Markets is turning up the heat as the official grocer of the 25th anniversary National Buffalo Wing Festival, partnering with Frank's RedHot - the official hot sauce of the National Buffalo Wing Festival - to celebrate one of Buffalo's most iconic traditions.
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Fri, Jul 31st 2026 10:00 am
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University (CAM) is proud to announce Niagara Frontier Publications (NFP) as its featured media partner for the museum's 2026-27 exhibition and program season.
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Fri, Jul 31st 2026 07:30 am
Two icons have teamed to support a local agency - and to make summer oh, so much sweeter! Hibbard's Original Frozen Custard has partnered with Dick Smothers on a special new flavor inspired by a Dutch treat. The dessert will debut this weekend. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Heart, Love & Soul - and $10,000 was already donated as part of the naming rights.
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Fri, Jul 31st 2026 06:00 am
The Town of Lewiston is teaming with the Village of Lewiston to provide more than $167,000 worth of renovations to the Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce building, which also doubles as a welcome center at the Academy Park corner of Center and South Ninth streets.
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Thu, Jul 30th 2026 02:55 pm
Niagara Gospel Mission partnered with Audubon Golf Course in Amherst on Wednesday to host a unique donor appreciation golf outing that brought together supporters of the agency and men participating in its RECON recovery and discipleship program.
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Tue, Jul 28th 2026 05:35 pm
There's still time to make the most of summer on Old Falls Street USA.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2026 11:35 am
The Buffalo AKG Art Museum announced the appointment of two leaders for the 164-year-old museum of modern and contemporary art: Chief Curator Cathleen Chaffee has been appointed artistic director, and Deputy Director Jillian Jones has been appointed executive director. They will begin serving in their new roles Nov. 1.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2026 06:00 am
Local mahjong enthusiasts are inviting the public to "International Mahjong Night" on Thursday, July 30, at the Western New York Welcome Center, 1999 Alvin Road, Grand Island.
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Thu, Jul 23rd 2026 02:20 pm
Erie County announced a new call for artists as part of the "Arts in Public Places" program, focusing on works to be installed exclusively in the Buffalo Convention Center. This opportunity is for artists residing in Erie County, with selected projects receiving funding of up to $2,000 per piece.
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Fri, Jul 17th 2026 07:00 am
For local entrepreneur and Youngstown native Zack Joseph, baking his signature sourdough bread is a labor of love that began with an unusual Christmas gift from his husband and business partner, Matthew Mancuso.
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Thu, Jul 16th 2026 03:30 pm
Mayor Sean Ryan announced interim improvements to Niagara Square, marking the beginning of a long-term effort to transform the space into a safer, more accessible and welcoming place for everyone who uses it.
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Mon, Jul 13th 2026 10:05 pm
AAA Western and Central New York is accepting donations to help fight hunger as part of a nationwide effort to provide at least 5 million meals to help those in need. The public can drop off nonperishable food donations or make monetary contributions at any AAA WCNY branch until Aug. 31.
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Fri, Jul 10th 2026 06:00 am
Grand Island's first Independence Day run was organized by Richard "Dick" Bessel to celebrate the bicentennial of the United States in 1976.
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Thu, Jul 9th 2026 05:20 pm
The Lions Clubs of WNY will sponsor a picnic for the visually impaired from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at Five Senses Nature Park (home of Town of Wheatfield Lions Club), 6535 Ward Road, Wheatfield.
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Thu, Jul 9th 2026 05:10 pm
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 07:05 pm
On July 3 - opening night of the free summer concert series at Youngstown's Falkner Park - local leaders gathered to celebrate enhancements to the stage area - and 25 years of music in the village.
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Tue, Jun 30th 2026 01:25 pm
The Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market filled Academy Park on Saturday - even more than usual - as the weekly event series presented its special summer festival.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 11:00 am
Despite threatening weather, the "Beginning of Summer Street Dance" in Youngstown had a great crowd come out to dance, eat, visit with each other, and shop the vendors.
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Sat, Jun 20th 2026 09:40 pm
Artpark & Company hosted the U.S. Navy Band Commodores for a free concert Saturday night inside the Mainstage Theater in Lewiston. The event was sponsored by DiMino's Lewiston Tops.
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Sat, Jun 20th 2026 07:25 pm
Children of all ages frolicked into Artpark on Saturday to partake in the 16th annual Fairy House Festival, themed "Under the Sea!" They wore their best and brightest wings, made potions, had their faces painted, and enjoyed the festive collaboration of nature, art, music and dancing.
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Sat, Jun 20th 2026 07:00 pm
The Lewiston Garden Club's annual Lewiston GardenFest marked 20 years on Saturday and Sunday, with beautiful weather and large crowds along Center Street. Featured was approximately 100 vendors selling flowers, plants and garden essentials, along with open gardens, speakers and a container garden contest.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 06:20 am
The 25th anniversary of Grand Island's Relay For Life, held June 6 at Town Commons, featured better weather than anticipated, along with a few superheroes and a surprise donation.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2026 08:15 pm
Kingdom Bound Ministries, in partnership with Project Lab's Art Industry Table, will host "Beauty That Remains," a community art gallery and creative arts experience from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, in Buffalo.
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Mon, Jun 15th 2026 02:25 pm
Tops Friendly Markets is proud to launch its annual Children's Miracle Network (CMN) campaign. The campaign will run at participating Tops Friendly Markets locations from June 14 through July 4.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 10:25 am
Airmen of the New York Air National Guard, 107th Attack Wing, welcomed a new wing commander as Col. Christopher H. Weisshaar assumed command of the 107th Attack Wing during a ceremony at Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station.
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Thu, Jun 11th 2026 10:40 am
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and Erie County Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs (ECFSC) will conduct two free, family-friendly "Teach-Me-To-Fish" events. Visitors of all ages are invited to participate in these family-friendly events to explore the sport of fishing through interactive hands-on instruction provided by DEC and ECFSC.
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Wed, Jun 10th 2026 08:40 am
Notice to interested voters in Niagara County from the election commissioners regarding the June 23 primary election:
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Wed, Jun 10th 2026 08:20 am
Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper announced the continued expansion of the Buffalo Blueway into the Buffalo Niagara Blueway during Waterkeeper Week, showcasing 15 new public access site connections on the ecotourism water trail.
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Tue, Jun 2nd 2026 09:05 am
Artpark & Company announces a free concert by the U.S. Navy Band Commodores at Artpark's Mainstage Theater in Lewiston at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 20 - sponsored by DiMino's Lewiston Tops.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 08:55 am
The New York Power Authority will hold its annual "Touch-A-Truck" event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 13. Dozens of official and heavy‑equipment vehicles will be displayed outside the Niagara Power Vista at the Niagara Power Project, 5777 Lewiston Road, Lewiston.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 08:55 am
The Niagara Post Theater continues its inaugural summer series in June with "Shakespeare in the Park" on June 6-7, and "Songs of Cinema" featuring the Vocal Dynamites on June 14. Both events will be on the outdoor stage at the Post Theater, located at 6 Porter Ave., within Fort Niagara State Park.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 08:55 am
A cherished summer tradition returns Friday, July 10, as the 24th annual Jack Beatty Memorial Hospice Cruise & Clambake takes place at the historic Youngstown Yacht Club, rain or shine.
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