Tue, Jun 14th 2016 03:35 pm
The First Niagara Foundation is providing $58,000 in grant funding for neighborhood stabilization and revitalization initiatives.
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Tue, Jun 14th 2016 03:30 pm
Whether it's splashing in the pool, exploring nature, learning a new skill, or going on field trips, summer camp at the YMCA provides an opportunity for children ages kindergarten to 17 years old to build meaningful relationships and gain important life skills.
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Tue, Jun 14th 2016 03:05 pm
The Erie County departments of Parks, Recreation and Forestry and Emergency Services, in conjunction with the Chestnut Ridge Conservancy, have announced a day of free family fun happening Saturday, June 25.
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Tue, Jun 14th 2016 03:05 pm
The six-game 2016 Stanley Cup Final featuring the Pittsburgh Penguins and San Jose Sharks averaged nearly 4 million viewers (3.948 million), making it the most-watched non-"Original Six" series in 15 years, according to Fast National Ratings by The Nielsen Co.
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Tue, Jun 14th 2016 12:00 pm
The Historic Riviera Theatre and Performing Arts Center has selected award-winning Foit-Albert Associates to design the regionally significant Riviera Theatre expansion and development project, which is designed to set the stage for future generations to enjoy the venue.
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Tue, Jun 14th 2016 11:55 am
People Inc., Western New York's largest health and human services agency, has received a grant from the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) family support services program.
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Tue, Jun 14th 2016 11:35 am
New York state has finalized regulations needed to implement the Sewage Pollution Right to Know Act, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Acting Commissioner Basil Seggos announced Monday.
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Tue, Jun 14th 2016 11:15 am
Poloncarz said, "The fight against lead in Erie County just got a big shot in the arm with the announcement of these grant funds and accompanying healthy homes funds, and I thank Sens. Schumer and Gillibrand for securing these funds and providing this big boost."
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Tue, Jun 14th 2016 10:00 am
Today is Flag Day, and the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park has a historic ceremony scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. at the Naval & Military Park, 1 Naval Park Cove at Canalside (near the Rotary flagpole).
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Tue, Jun 14th 2016 07:00 am
Catholic Charities presents "Forte Tenors in Concert" at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 30, inside Kleinhans Music Hall, 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo.
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Mon, Jun 13th 2016 02:05 pm
Lewiston Community Lions Club President Regina Cecconi received the Robert J. Uplinger Award for her outstanding service to her community. The Robert J. Uplinger award is the highest award available in the Lions Multiple District 20N.
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Mon, Jun 13th 2016 01:15 pm
The Kingdom Bound Festival, one of the nation's largest and longest-running Christian music festivals, is set to return to Darien Lake theme park this summer.
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Mon, Jun 13th 2016 01:15 pm
The Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, announces Anderson, Rabin & Wakeman (ARW) at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2. Tickets, $55-$85, go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, June 17.
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Mon, Jun 13th 2016 11:10 am
Louis J. Billittier Jr. wishes to thank the 125 motorcycle riders, and hundreds of supporters and volunteers, who participated in the Louis J. Billittier Foundation Motorcycle Poker Run and Charity Raffle on Saturday.
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Mon, Jun 13th 2016 11:05 am
June marks TCT's 32nd anniversary of its "Ask the Pastor" program. In honor of this milestone, TCT will air a special edition of "Ask the Pastor" at 2 p.m. ET every weekday from June 13-24.
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Mon, Jun 13th 2016 11:00 am
Niagara Falls City Councilman Kenny Tompkins announced he has been working with the SPCA of Niagara to help bring its Orange Cat Campaign to Niagara Falls to provide a humane option to reduce the feral cat population in the city.
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Mon, Jun 13th 2016 11:00 am
Following Saturday's final round performance with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Anton Baranov of Russia won first place in the seventh biennial JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition. He was also selected as the Audience Favorite and the Musicians Choice.
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Mon, Jun 13th 2016 11:00 am
The Second (Indianhead) Division Association is searching for anyone who served in the Army's 2nd Infantry Division at any time.
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Mon, Jun 13th 2016 11:00 am
The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the San Jose Sharks by a score of 3-1 Sunday in Game 6 on NBC to win the 2016 Stanley Cup Final.
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Mon, Jun 13th 2016 10:05 am
Those in attendance at Sunday's opening outdoor concert of the 2016 Artpark summer season called it a dream come true. Magical. A bucket list check-off. Music icon Dolly Parton brought her "Pure & Simple" tour to Lewiston, along with a bevy of hit songs, thoroughly thrilling the 7,000-plus in attendance.
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Mon, Jun 13th 2016 07:00 am
Join The Family & Friends Down Syndrome Association of Niagara Inc. Saturday, June 25, for the first Down River 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk/Roll for its "Miles of Care" initiative.
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Mon, Jun 13th 2016 07:00 am
In celebration of Father's Day, Niagara Frontier Publications invited children ages 12 and under to "Draw Your Dad." More than 40 pictures were submitted.
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Mon, Jun 13th 2016 07:00 am
Lewiston Garden Club members gathered at the Lake Ontario cottage of member Barbara Carter on June 6 for a potluck picnic and a chance to relax before the annual Lewiston GardenFest, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 18 and 19.
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Sat, Jun 11th 2016 07:00 am
Lewiston GardenFest, presented by the Lewiston Garden Club, returns Saturday, June 18, and Sunday, June 19. The 11th annual event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.
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Sat, Jun 11th 2016 07:00 am
Michaila Raby, a sixth-grade student at Lewiston-Porter Middle School, has earned a position on the New York State National Junior rodeo team.
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Sat, Jun 11th 2016 07:00 am
Planning for summer 2016 and beyond was the focus of the Youngstown Business and Professional Association's members' meeting this past week, held at Bandana's Bar and Grill on Lake Road.
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Sat, Jun 11th 2016 07:00 am
Grand Island business owner Crystal Harding said she loves the location of her 2-year-old business, calling it "homey," which is only natural considering the business is located in the middle of a residential neighborhood.
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Sat, Jun 11th 2016 07:00 am
Dr. Teresa Lawrence has received the PTA Distinguished Service Award, presented by PTA Council president Lisa Fabiano.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2016 05:40 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the State University of New York at Buffalo was awarded a federal grant totaling $239,250 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services toward the goal of enhancing the accuracy of newborn screening for Krabbe disease.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2016 05:25 pm
The tabulations are still coming in and Relay For Life of Greater Niagara is again being viewed as a success.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2016 05:15 pm
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced a $6.5 million pavement resurfacing project on the Niagara Thruway (I-190) on Grand Island is scheduled to begin.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2016 05:10 pm
Corey McGowan said he is ready to run another hoops tourney right away following the weekend's Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2016 05:05 pm
The committee organizing the annual Grand Island Father's Day Lawn Mower Race and Kevin Doring Memorial 5K Run/Walk meet to plan the event, which will take place Saturday, June 18, on the West River Parkway.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2016 05:05 pm
During Opening Day ceremonies Sunday in Veterans Park, the Miracle League of Grand Island and WNY inducted the first three players into the Miracle League Hall of Fame.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2016 04:50 pm
On Monday, July 18, the Miles For Smiles Organization will host its 13th annual wine tasting fundraiser from 6-9 p.m. on the waterfront at AcQua Restaurant & Banquets, 2192 Niagara St., Buffalo.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2016 04:45 pm
On Friday, Laura Falsetti welcomed the public to You & Me, her new boutique at 467 Center St., Lewiston (former site of Angel to Apple). Falsetti hosted an initial showcase with complimentary cocktails and opportunities to win prizes.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2016 04:00 pm
Grand Island resident Donald J. Farley entered into rest June 5, 2016.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2016 11:25 am
Folks wasted no time Friday morning in heading to street sales like this one on North Fifth Street.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2016 11:20 am
The imaginative story about the teenage sons and daughters of Disney's most infamous villains will continue in "Descendants 2," a Disney Channel Original Movie set to begin production this summer for a 2017 premiere.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2016 11:10 am
The 100-year-old carousel at North Tonawanda's Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum has been reassembled and is back in operation after it was taken down for repair.
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