Thu, Jul 9th 2026 12:50 pm
On Wednesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul directed flags on all state government buildings to be lowered Thursday, July 9, from sunrise to sunset, in honor of Chief David A. Gagnon of the Cottekill Fire Department who died in the line of duty on July 3 after being struck by a portion of a tree while clearing a roadway in the Town of Rosendale.
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Thu, Jul 9th 2026 12:50 pm
Niagara Community Action Program Inc. is helping prepare individuals looking to become a U.S. citizen. It has materials available to learn the rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship and instructions in preparing for the naturalization interview process.
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Thu, Jul 9th 2026 12:50 pm
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Thu, Jul 9th 2026 12:45 pm
Empire State Wrestling (ESW) announced "ESW Everything To Gaine 2026," taking place Friday, July 31, at Buffalo RiverWorks. The event will feature a massive lineup of local favorites, international wrestling stars, and a special tribute to late ESW star Anthony Gaines.
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Thu, Jul 9th 2026 12:00 pm
SUNY Niagara Board of Trustees Chairman Bryan DalPorto announced Assemblyman Angelo Morinello as the college's newest trustee. Morinello, who represents the New York Assembly's 145th District, succeeds William Ross, who had been a trustee for over 20 years.
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Wed, Jul 8th 2026 10:50 am
On Wednesday, the Village of Lewiston shared the following information regarding water bills:
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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, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
Through strategic budgeting and collaboration with food vendors, ride provider Strates Shows, and suppliers, the Erie County Fair is lowering admission prices and introducing additional savings opportunities for food and rides throughout the event.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
MissionGO announced the appointment of Jeff Hackett as executive vice president. In this senior leadership role, Hackett will oversee the newly established recruitment, mobilization and training division, driving the organization's strategic vision to disciple the nations through enhanced church partnerships and innovative missionary training.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
The largest Williams syndrome event in the country is taking place in Buffalo this week.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
As National Grid continues to advance Western New York's revitalization, the utility has awarded $115,000 in economic development funding to food technology company FoodNerd Inc., to support growth at its Clarence manufacturing facility. This includes $100,000 through National Grid's capital investment incentive program and $15,000 from its manufacturing productivity program.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
On July 7, 2026, members from various unit of the Niagara Falls Police Department, alongside several partnering agencies including the Niagara County Sheriff's Office, New York State Police, and ATF, executed multiple lawful search warrants in the City of Niagara Falls in relation to the violent acts, which have occurred over the past two weeks.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $100 million state investment in law enforcement technology and equipment. As part of this investment, $75 million is available for police departments and sheriffs' offices to improve technology and modernize equipment, allowing them to more effectively solve and prevent crime, and improve officer and community safety.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
NYSARC Inc. Cattaraugus Niagara Counties Chapter (d/b/a Intandem), a not-for-profit organization supporting people with disabilities in Cattaraugus and Niagara counties, has been awarded $29,836 in grants from the trustee management board of NYSARC Trust Services to support Intandem's guardianship and recreation programs.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
Seafood is an ever-increasing part of the American diet. And once viewed as an exotic specialty, raw seafood dishes in particular, such as sushi and sashimi, are now commonplace.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 12:10 pm
Customers of Wegmans Food Markets raised a record-breaking $769,300 during the company's two-week food drive to support local food banks' increased summer needs.
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 06:25 pm
At around 2:30 p.m. Monday, the Buffalo Zoo received an unsubstantiated bomb threat similar to ones reported at zoos around the United States in recent months. The zoo immediately implemented its safety protocols, including a call to law enforcement.
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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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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 01:25 pm
The Niagara County Healthy Moms Healthy Babies Coalition announced the return of its popular "Fresh Air Fridays" series for a third consecutive year. This free, family-focused summer initiative brings together children, parents, caregivers and community organizations for days filled with outdoor play, hands-on activities, and valuable family resources.
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:50 am
The following activity occurred Monday, June 22, to Sunday, June 28, as reported by the Lewiston Police Department. LPD responded to 248 calls during this period. For more information, visit the Lewiston Police Department's mobile app or its Facebook page.
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:40 am
Hayley Pizur of Grand Island, daughter of Martin and Erin Pizur, recently graduated from Daemen University with dual Bachelor of Science degrees in biochemistry and psychology.
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:35 am
The celebration of Shea's Buffalo Theatre's 100th anniversary takes center stage again on Wednesday, July 8, at 7:30 p.m., when internationally acclaimed organist Richard Hills takes the bench for an unforgettable evening showcasing one of the theater's most treasured icons - the mighty Wurlitzer organ.
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:35 am
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:30 am
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:30 am
In 2023, about 2 million adults in New York state reported consuming some form of cannabis.
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:30 am
Flu season is no longer just flu season. Since 2022, the health care community has faced what's known as a "tripledemic" of seasonal influenza, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:30 am
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is providing consumers with important water safety tips to support a fun, safe summer.
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:30 am
For Band Reeves, "How To Forgive" reflects the story God has been writing in their lives. Set for release Aug. 21 through Centricity Music, the album finds Palestine, Texas-based Jeramy and Cody Reeves sharing some of their most personal songs to date.
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Fri, Jul 3rd 2026 11:00 am
The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that state Route 425 (Shawnee Road), between Upper Mountain Road and Lower Mountain Road in the Town of Cambria, will be closed to through traffic for approximately three weeks beginning Monday, July 6, to facilitate a culvert replacement.
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 02:15 pm
On May 30, the Fin, Feather, and Fur Conservation Society, Modern Disposal Services, and Niagara Metals collaborated to host a successful scrap-metal drive, raising funds for Pinnacle Community Services. A check in the amount of $2,695 was presented Tuesday at the Youngstown 3F Club.
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 10:05 am
As dangerous temperatures continue across the region and much of the country, the American Heart Association is urging people to take extra precautions to protect their hearts and overall health during prolonged periods of extreme heat.
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 09:45 am
Special July 4th week digital issue
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 09:35 am
Shea's Buffalo Theatre has been recognized as a Distinguished Theatre by the Theatre Historical Society of America (THS), a national nonprofit dedicated to preserving America's great movie palaces and historic theatres.
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 09:25 am
On Sunday, July 26, the Friends of Youngstown will host its third annual celebrity bartending fundraiser at Griffon Brewing in Youngstown. Proceeds from the event will benefit the renovations of the recreation center (formerly called the "teen center") at the Red Brick building.
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 09:20 am
"You're overreacting." "You're so dramatic." "Crying isn't going to change anything."
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 09:15 am
The Buffalo Bicycling Club is hosting the New York state team time trial championships in memory of Glenn Hansen, for the second year, on July 12. Anyone who would like to participate is welcome to get a team of three to four riders together. The goal is to achieve one's fastest time around a loop of Grand Island.
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 09:10 am
The Erie County Fair announced the debut of its inaugural fire truck pull competition, set to take place Friday, Aug. 14, during the 2026 Erie County Fair.
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 09:05 am
Amid the summer heat wave, Gov. Kathy Hochul reminded New Yorkers to enroll in the state's Energy Affordability Program (EAP) and Enhanced Energy Affordability Program (EEAP).
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Wed, Jul 1st 2026 09:25 pm
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County (CCE Niagara), in partnership with Hoover Dairy, announced the winner of the second annual "Fair-ly New" ice cream flavor contest: 12-year-old Cecelia Mecca, a Newfane resident, won this year's contest with "Star Spangled Swirls." She received 42.9% of the vote.
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