Fri, Aug 14th 2026 06:50 pm
The Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday for M-Power Agency, 21 Main St., Lockport.
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 11:40 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced the appointment of Marie Kropp Smothers to its board of directors. Smothers brings more than three decades of philanthropic leadership, nonprofit governance, and executive operational experience to NFMMC.
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Fri, Aug 14th 2026 07:05 am
Lewiston's bowling alley is poised for another evolution.
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Thu, Aug 13th 2026 11:25 am
The Kenan Center will open the doors of its new facility, the Kenan Civic Arena, on Saturday, Sept. 5, with a free, family-friendly celebration running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Thu, Aug 13th 2026 11:25 am
Great Place To Work and PEOPLE magazine have honored Wegmans Food Markets Inc. as one of the 2026 PEOPLE Companies that Care. This is Wegmans 10th time being named to this prestigious list, this year coming in at No. 2. Earning a spot means that Wegmans has surpassed rigorous benchmarks, establishing itself as one of the best companies to work for in the country.
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Mon, Aug 3rd 2026 05:10 pm
Ownership of the new Highmark Stadium was officially transferred Monday from Erie County to New York state, completing a process that involved the largest construction project in the history of Western New York.
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Fri, Jul 31st 2026 02:35 pm
On Thursday, Buffalo AKG Public Art Initiative celebrated the production of a student-led mural at the Buffalo Center for Arts and Technology (BCAT) on the east and west walls of its new home at 368 Sycamore St. The two-part mural, titled "Let's See Dreams," was recently completed by a team of 19 BCAT students.
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Fri, Jul 31st 2026 07:25 am
If we're being honest, the first word that comes to mind when someone says "development" is often "money." As in, a developer's ability to make a profit from a parcel. But Anthony DeMiglio had a different word in mind when he set out to bring Riverview Landing condominiums to Youngstown: home. As in, a unique opportunity to bring something sought-after to somewhere special.
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Thu, Jul 30th 2026 03:00 pm
New Yorkers want to spend more time in parks and on greenway trails, but many say they can't safely get there. A new statewide survey finds that 59% of likely voters want to spend more time in parks and on trails than they currently do, while 47% have avoided walking or bicycling because they feel unsafe.
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Tue, Jul 28th 2026 05:10 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced the appointment of Katie Morse as vice president of marketing and communications. Morse will lead the medical center's marketing, communications, media relations, and community engagement efforts, supporting Memorial's mission to provide exceptional care to the communities it serves.
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Tue, Jul 28th 2026 05:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the New York Power Authority approved economic development awards that will drive more than $2 billion in private capital investments throughout the state and support more than 15,000 jobs - 549 newly created.
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Mon, Jul 20th 2026 04:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the start of construction at North Aud Block, a $225 million mixed-use development in Buffalo's Canalside. This transformative project will convert a vacant parcel into 251 affordable and market-rate apartments, and will include 18,000 square-feet of commercial space; 20,000 square-feet of open, community space; and 137 parking spaces.
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Mon, Jul 20th 2026 04:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced construction is underway at the redevelopment of Marine Drive Apartments, a 70-year-old public housing complex in Buffalo. The $250 million first phase of the three-phase transformation will include the new construction of 254 apartments across four buildings. When complete, the entire $600 million Marine Drive redevelopment will replace the original 616 units with approximately 730 new apartments.
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Tue, Jul 14th 2026 11:05 pm
Catholic Charities of Buffalo announced total philanthropic gifts for its 2025-26 fiscal year increased by 7.8%, reaching $9,075,325, reflecting the generosity and commitment of donors across Western New York.
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Fri, Jul 10th 2026 07:00 am
With prices rising in, well, just about everything, now is the perfect time ... to take a vacation. ... To Niagara Falls State Park.
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Fri, Jul 10th 2026 07:00 am
The Lewiston Public Library held a ceremony on Monday, July 6, celebrating its 125 years of service to the community. The event helped kickoff the library's six-week summer reading program.
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Thu, Jul 9th 2026 04:30 pm
One of the Village of Lewiston's most unique properties is now for sale. Gary Hall is selling the former DeChantal Hall at 435 N. Second St. The almost 15,000-square-feet property was recently used as the headquarters for Waste Technology Services, a non-asset-based waste and by-product management company. Northstar Recycling Company LLC announced its acquisition of WTS last fall.
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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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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 02:20 pm
Univera Healthcare announced Community Missions of Niagara Frontier Inc. will receive a $10,000 grant through the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York's Small Business Recovery Grant program.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 08:00 am
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, along with licensed concession partner Delaware North, recently celebrated the opening of two new attractions in the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Welcome Center in Niagara Falls State Park. "Voices of the Falls" and "Above the Roar" invite visitors to experience Niagara Falls through diverse perspectives and cutting-edge technology.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 08:00 am
Lumberjack's Waterfront Patio Grill is just different.
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Tue, Jun 23rd 2026 02:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul, the Buffalo Bills and Erie County on Tuesday celebrated the official completion of the new $2.1 billion Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park.
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2026 09:30 pm
People Inc. celebrated the completion of a newly renovated overnight respite house during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday, marking a significant expansion of this important service for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families.
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2026 08:55 pm
Ghada Have It on Monday announced it will end regular restaurant operations effective June 26, as the business transitions into a new chapter focused on catering, food truck service, public and private events, and party rentals.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 01:40 am
The Youngstown Business and Professional Association was incorporated in 1976. At that time, the YBPA president was Victor Szarejko, DDS. Originally, the purpose of YBPA was to be able to offer health insurance to various businesses in Youngstown. That job later went to the Lewiston Chamber of Commerce, but the YBPA continued on as an association serving the community.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2026 04:30 pm
The City of Niagara Falls has announced this year's details for "Food Truck Thursdays," hosted at the Niagara Falls Train Station, 825 Depot Ave W. From 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. (rain or shine) every Thursday from June 25 until Aug. 27, residents and visitors can enjoy live entertainment and local food vendors. Free parking will be available.
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Mon, Jun 15th 2026 04:45 pm
The public has spoken, and the Aquarium of Niagara's 26th successfully reared Humboldt penguin chick will be named Iris.
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Thu, Jun 11th 2026 10:45 am
Hibbard's Original Frozen Custard has teamed up with Artpark & Company to offer a new hometown favorite sweet treat: "Artpark Buttered Popcorn." The innovative custard pairs a vanilla base with popcorn flavoring to provide a one-of-a-kind dessert.
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Wed, Jun 10th 2026 07:55 am
The All Charity Classic was played Monday at Lockport Town & Country Club. The scramble format featured teams playing to raise money for a number of local organizations. It was presented by Sam Terrazzino and Michael Ragusa of Odyssey Financial Group.
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Fri, Jun 5th 2026 07:00 am
Sleight of hand dexterity and misdirection is magician Leon Etienne's bread and butter - but it was mathematics that enabled him to open a new venue in downtown Niagara Falls last summer. He discovered adding something to nothing could create everything for people "between dinner and the fireworks" on the U.S. side of the falls.
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Wed, Jun 3rd 2026 08:35 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park officially announced tickets are on sale for "Nightmare Wharf," a new, immersive Halloween attraction set aboard historic naval vessels and along Buffalo's waterfront.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2026 04:45 pm
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County (CCE Niagara), in conjunction with Hoover Dairy, announced the second annual "Fair-ly New" ice cream flavor contest. The competition is now accepting entrants, with the winning flavor to be created by Hoover Dairy and served during the Niagara County Fair, Aug. 5-9 at the Niagara County Fairgrounds.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2026 04:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the launch of the Regional Economic Development Council initiative.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 05:20 pm
United Way of Greater Niagara (UWGN) announces the appointment of North Tonawanda Mayor Austin Tylec as the new chairman of the board of directors, and Denise Abbott as the new vice chair - ushering in a new phase of leadership as the organization continues its mission to strengthen youth development across the greater Niagara Region.
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
The Niagara Post Theater will launch its inaugural summer concert series this month, beginning with "Jazz at the Post" on May 24, featuring local ensemble Brass Chance performing Miles Davis' groundbreaking album, "Kind of Blue."
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
Old Falls Street USA is gearing up for an exciting summer season packed with live entertainment, family-friendly activities, festivals, and new events designed to bring residents and visitors together in the heart of Downtown Niagara Falls.
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
Upon Rachel Jolbert taking the reins in 2023, the Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market has grown in physical size, number of vendors and months of operation. Its success and importance to the River Region has been mentioned by residents in person, online and at municipal meetings.
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Tue, May 19th 2026 09:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a historic economic milestone for the new Buffalo Bills Highmark Stadium, where over $490 million has been paid to minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBE).
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Fri, May 15th 2026 08:05 am
Smelt Festival is a time to celebrate local fishing - and there are more opportunities these days thanks to the efforts of local anglers and charter captains.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:40 am
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens announced its "Butterfly Experience" will return beginning this weekend and continuing from May 16 to July 19. Hundreds of live butterflies will take flight in the tropical orchard greenhouse.
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