Mon, Nov 24th 2014 10:15 am
The Buffalo Sabres are supporting a Unyts blood drive today, from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m., at the Eastern Hills Mall. The team is urging the community to donate.
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 07:00 pm
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo today highlighted flood preparedness measures at New York's emergency response headquarters in Alden.
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 07:00 pm
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz was joined Saturday by numerous elected officials in visits to snow-affected areas around Erie County, checking on the status of widespread cleanup efforts and discussing county preparations for potential flooding.
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 10:55 am
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo warned Friday that rising temperatures over the weekend will contribute to a strong possibility of significant flooding in Western New York. Although the state is taking every precaution to prepare for a large amount of flooding, the specifics are not predictable, and homeowners should be ready for significant snowmelt.
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 10:35 am
Dean Norton, New York Farm Bureau president, released the following statement:
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 10:35 am
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced an emergency executive order Friday to help protect the health of Western New Yorkers during the midst of the current snowstorm and recovery efforts.
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 10:30 am
Vincenzo's Pizza House reopened in 2013 with original piemaker Vincent Morreale's "secret sauce" and a commitment to quality.
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 09:00 am
Friday night, Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz was joined by Erie County officials to give an update on snow removal efforts following the recent winter storm, along with discussing preparations for potential flooding. In addition, Poloncarz outlined Erie County plans to reconnect motorists with the vehicles they abandoned during the storm.
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 09:00 am
The Tuscarora Indian School K-Kids recently concluded their 13th annual canned food drive.
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 07:00 am
The Youngstown Police Department would like to issue a friendly reminder that winter parking regulations come into effect Dec. 1. Please be aware of where you can and cannot park from Dec. 1 until April 1 in the Village of Youngstown.
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 07:00 am
Niagara Frontier Publications provided free advertisement certificates to local retailers with the top Scarecrow Display Expo entries.
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 07:00 am
By now, readers know Semir Huzmeli is gifted with a pair of scissors.
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 07:00 am
In light of the predicted rising temperatures and melting snow following the "Snowvember" lake-effect snow storm, National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp. offers customers the following information should they experience flooding in their basements:
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 07:00 am
"The Chew" is counting down the last few days to Thanksgiving with recipes for the biggest food holiday of the year. On Wednesday, Nov. 26, it's "The Chew's Thanksgiving Celebration" featuring a decadent cranberry ginger upside-down cake with rum-whipped cream and creamy make-ahead mashed potatoes.
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 07:00 am
As frigid temperatures, ice and snow begin to thaw, the potential for localized flooding increases. National Grid crews, as always, are ready to respond to any damage that may result from flooding, and the company urges customers to be extremely cautious when dealing with any electricity service that may be at risk.
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Sat, Nov 22nd 2014 07:00 am
During the past year, Barker Lions have aided members of our community by providing hearing aids, eye exams and glasses for those who cannot afford them.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 11:00 pm
A memorial service was held at the LaSalle Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses in Niagara Falls for Delphine Lamar, who entered into rest Nov. 7, 2014, at the age of 65.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 11:00 pm
Sharon Lee McDonnell, 58, of Grand Island, passed away Monday, Nov. 17, 2014, at Buffalo General Hospital in Buffalo. Born in Buffalo, she is survived by her parents Alan and Joyce Oswald of Houston.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 06:50 pm
Niagara Gospel Rescue Mission today announced the last chance for anyone in need to call the Thanksgiving "Turkey Hotline" to receive a holiday meal this year free of charge.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 04:50 pm
Niagara Catholic Jr./Sr. High School will host its second annual vendor and craft show this weekend at the school, 520 66th St. More than 50 vendors are participating.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 04:50 pm
The Buffalo Sabres today announced ticket options for Friday's postponed home game against the New York Rangers, which has been rescheduled and will be played at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20, 2015, and the Sabres' home game against the Ottawa Senators, which was originally scheduled for Feb. 20 and will now be played at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 15.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 04:50 pm
The postponed game between the New York Rangers and Buffalo Sabres, originally scheduled to be played tonight, has been rescheduled for 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20, 2015, at First Niagara Center, the National Hockey League announced today.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 03:30 pm
Last month, the Lewiston Police Department was the recipient of a $2,000 check for its Drug Abuse Resistance Education program conducted in area schools. The Kiwanis Club of Lewiston and Modern Disposal presented the check.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 03:10 pm
Due to severe weather conditions in Western New York this past week, the public comment period for CWM's application to construct and operate a new landfill at the company's existing facility in the towns of Porter and Lewiston has been extended.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 03:00 pm
Old Fort Niagara invites residents to partake in an annual holiday favorite on the fort grounds in Youngstown next month.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 03:00 pm
Cardiac deaths during this week's storm have occurred not just while people are shoveling but while they have been using snowblowers, as well.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 02:40 pm
William Shatner ("Star Trek") is set to guest star in a four-episode arc on the Syfy fan-favorite series in 2015. Shatner will play a pivotal character who has the potential to forever impact the fate of the town of Haven and its troubled residents.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 02:40 pm
Old Falls Street, USA, kicks-off a month-long series of family activities with its annual holiday tree illumination Thursday, Dec. 4. In addition to several annual favorites, new additions include a new 22-foot outdoor LED Christmas tree and a special "Frozen"-themed party Dec. 20.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 02:40 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto today recommended the state look into buying a snow coach to help people stranded on the Thruway during a big snowstorm.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 02:40 pm
Suzanne Karaszewski, graphic designer in Niagara University's office of public relations, marketing and communications, has been named NU's Outstanding Employee of the Quarter. Karaszewski, of Kenmore, was presented with the award by the Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., Niagara president.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 02:35 pm
Lamont A. Singletary has been named manager of the new Tenth Street Café at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 02:35 pm
There's no funnier way to spend Thanksgiving than with a bunch of funny people. And few people are funnier than the characters at the center of "Friends" and "Seinfeld." So this Thanksgiving, TBS is inviting them all for a holiday feast.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 02:35 pm
The hosts sit down with Grammy-winning country singer Garth Brooks, who also will perform for the "LIVE" audience.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 02:35 pm
After 10 weeks of competitive dancing spanning a variety of styles from the cha-cha to the quickstep to the Viennese waltz and more, Alfonso Ribeiro and Witney Carson, Bethany Mota and Derek Hough, Janel Parrish and Valentin Chmerkovskiy and Sadie Robertson and Mark Ballas remain in the competition, but only one couple will be crowned "Dancing with The Stars" season 19 champion.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 02:35 pm
Yesterday on ABC's "Good Morning America," ABC Family announced the network's ownership of "Pop Up Santa" (#PopUpSanta), the giveaway craze that launched Nov. 11 and has swept the nation with holiday cheer.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 02:35 pm
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo today held a storm briefing in Western New York on the current winter storm conditions, where in some areas there are seven feet of lake effect snow already on the ground after several days of extreme weather.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 01:40 pm
A North Tonawanda teenager is dead following a hit-and-run motor vehicle accident yesterday evening.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 09:00 am
Local chocolate lovers gathered at an otherwise quiet business plaza to celebrate the opening of Jacolatte Fine Confections from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at 2131 Sawyer Drive, across from the former Summit Mall in Wheatfield.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 07:10 am
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz has amended the original state of emergency declared Nov. 18 due to severe weather impacting additional communities.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2014 07:00 am
The Western New York Artists Group and First Niagara Bank present "Star Mother's Youngest Child," a puppet performance for the entire family performed by TheatreFigüren - Michelle Costa (puppeteer) at Artists Group Gallery.
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