Thu, Feb 5th 2026 08:25 am
From Jan. 25-30, students and faculty at St. Peter R.C. School in Lewiston celebrated Catholic Schools Week with special events and a focus on how to "live like a saint," as they explored ways to positively contribute to their families, school and the community.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 08:00 am
Birthdays are meant to be celebrated - especially through the eyes of a child. Sadly, with the rising cost of groceries, even a simple birthday cake can be out of reach for families who are struggling.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 07:50 am
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are encouraging moderate-income customers to apply for a new energy affordability program that can help lower bills this winter.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 07:50 am
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Buffalo District is performing a five-year review of the selected remedy for the Formerly Utilized Sites Remedial Action Program (FUSRAP) Seaway Site, located within the 100-acre Seaway Industrial Park located along River Road in the Town of Tonawanda.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 07:50 am
On Wednesday, multi-Platinum Australian superstars 5 Seconds of Summer announced the addition of a show at Darien Lake Amphitheater on Aug. 3 to their "Everyone's A Star!" World Tour with special guests, The Band CAMINO.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 07:45 am
This March, the Erie County Cancer Services Program (CSP) is partnering with Tops Friendly Markets to provide free FIT kits for National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
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Thu, Feb 5th 2026 07:45 am
How can we nurture hope and sustain courage during trying times? Just Buffalo Literary Center (JBLC) believes the answer lies in how we connect and uplift one another.
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Wed, Feb 4th 2026 11:05 am
Destination Niagara USA is proud to announce that Niagara Falls USA will host the International Inbound Travel Association 2026 Summit from Feb. 8-11.
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Wed, Feb 4th 2026 07:15 am
Democrat Jeremy Zellner beat Republican Dan Gagliardo in the special election to replace Sean Ryan in the 61st state Senate seat.
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:55 pm
It may be cold outside, but warmer days are ahead with the month of July sizzling with some incredible country entertainment! On July 10, the Emmy Award-winning group Little Big Town treats fans to their iconic hits. Then on July 23, country music sensation Parker McCollum arrives to deliver a selection of his many hit songs.
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:55 pm
Multi-Platinum rock band Staind today announced their highly anticipated "Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour," celebrating the groundbreaking album that cemented their place in rock history. The 25-date trek will feature Seether as direct support, with special guests Hoobastank and Hinder as openers, bringing together four defining forces of modern rock for one massive run this fall.
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:55 pm
Super Bowl LX will deliver an expansive pregame celebration on Sunday, Feb. 8, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Airing live on NBC, Peacock, Telemundo and Universo in the U.S., and in 195 countries around the world, the Super Bowl LX pregame ceremony will bring together music, culture and storytelling, as the NFL honors the legacy of the game while setting the stage for its biggest night of the year.
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:55 pm
Author, lecturer and activist Sister Helen Prejean is set to visit Villa Maria College on March 18.
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:55 pm
The Western New York Power Proceeds Allocation Board will meet at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, at the New York Power Authority's Buffalo office, located at Waterfront Village Center, 40 La Riviere Drive.
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:55 pm
Nine students from Niagara University's College of Hospitality, Sport, and Tourism Management are headed to Santa Clara, California, to see what goes into organizing the National Football League's showcase event as they work behind the scenes at Super Bowl LX for a one-of-a-kind experiential learning opportunity.
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:55 pm
Girl Scouts of Western New York has been selected as a grantee for the groundbreaking American Camp Association "Character at Camp" grant program, a competitive national initiative supported by Lilly Endowment Inc.
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:55 pm
The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo is accepting applications for its 2026 competitive grant process from Feb. 6 through 4 p.m. March 6.
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Tue, Feb 3rd 2026 08:40 am
Three-time Grammy Award-winning superstar Tim McGraw announces his 2026 North American summer headline tour, promoted by Live Nation, which will feature three exclusive stadium shows. The "Pawn Shop Guitar Tour" announcement precedes a new track from McGraw titled "Pawn Shop Guitar," set for release early next month.
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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
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 06:45 pm
On Jan. 29, at approximately 5 p.m., the Niagara Falls Police Department received a 911 call from a residence on 77th Street stating that someone was shot.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 06:45 pm
Thanks to the incredible support of customers across Western New York, Tops Friendly Markets' recent partnership with Allen Family Farms proved to be a winning season both on and off the field. The campaign, which featured Allen Family Farms cantaloupes and honeydew melons in participating Tops stores, helped raise nearly $10,000 for the Patricia Allen Fund at Golisano Children's Hospital of Buffalo.
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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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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 06:40 pm
Niagara University's College of Nursing has received a $400,000 grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to develop a comprehensive educational and community engagement program aimed at addressing maternal health disparities in and around Western New York.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 06:40 pm
On Monday, the Town of Wheatfield Lions Club recognized the owners and operators of Yubb's Restaurant.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 06:40 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health offers free rabies immunization clinics. 2026 dates include:
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 06:35 pm
In 2026, America turns 250 and celebrations are planned throughout the nation. On Feb. 14-15, Old Fort Niagara ushers in the semiquincentennial year with a special event focused on how people survived winter on the New York frontier during the American Revolution.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 02:25 pm
Richard (Dick) Sander, 86, passed away on Jan. 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 02:20 pm
Hayley and Alyssa Pizur, graduates of Grand Island High School, have both achieved dean's list honors with distinction.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 02:20 pm
The newly published "Isle of View" anthology will be showcased at a reading and signing event at the Lewiston Library, 305 S. Eighth St., at. 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 02:20 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance urges taxpayers to review their eligibility for the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Empire State Child Credit. Both credits provide financial boosts to hardworking families.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 02:15 pm
Right Angle Entertainment and Maple Tree Entertainment announced the ultimate K-Pop fan night out with a brand-new concert experience set to burst onto stages around North America this spring, including a stop at the University at Buffalo Center for the Arts (UBCFA) for one show only on April 2 at 7 p.m.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 02:15 pm
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.875, down less than 1 cent from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.10. The New York state average went up 2 cents to $2.99, though it remains just below the $3 per gallon threshold. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.17.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 02:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has proclaimed February as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, highlighting New York's leadership in digital safety and youth violence prevention.
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Mon, Feb 2nd 2026 02:15 pm
Hallmark announced "Hope Valley: 1874," the new prequel series to the beloved "When Calls the Heart," will premiere Saturday, March 21, exclusively on Hallmark+, with a new episode premiering every Thursday beginning March 26.
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 06:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to stay prepared as the bitter cold weather impacting the state continues into its third week.
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 04:10 pm
Batavia Downs President and CEO Byron Brown announced the official lineup for the ninth annual "Rockin' the Downs" summer concert series, featuring the most diverse lineup in the series' history. The seven-show, family-friendly series will be held Friday nights outdoors in the center of the Batavia Downs horse racing track, kicking off June 26 and running through Aug. 14.
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 03:50 pm
Sixteen elite pastry chefs push their innovation and execution skills to the limit in the new series "The Ultimate Baking Championship," premiering Monday, March 9 (9 p.m. ET/PT), on Food Network and streaming the next day on HBO Max and discovery+.
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 03:45 pm
In an effort to help those in need during these frigid temperatures, YMCA Buffalo Niagara is holding a winter clothing drive at all five branches.
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Fri, Jan 30th 2026 03:45 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is thrilled to welcome the public to experience "Horticultural Heroes," an extraordinary collection of 30 diverse and visually striking portraits that pay homage to the groundbreaking contributions of thought leaders in the world of gardening, botany, horticulture, agriculture and conservation.
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