Fri, Jun 10th 2022 04:40 pm
Seven of Lazy Creek Art's students, ranging from 6-9 years old, recently collaborated to create a self-published picture book titled "Kitty." On June 5, the young artists presented Save-A-Pet Niagara of Newfane with a $100 check from the initial proceeds from their publication.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2022 04:25 pm
HEALTHeLINK, the health information exchange (HIE) for Western New York, announced an affiliation agreement with Population Health Collaborative (PHC) to drive higher quality care, control costs, and improve the health and wellness of the people in Western New York.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2022 04:25 pm
The owner of Painters Plus, Jesse Gooch, created Project H.O.P.E (Helping Others Paint Exteriors) in 2011 as a citywide campaign to help beautify exterior homes for people and families in need.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2022 04:25 pm
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) recommends useful tips to help New Yorkers save money every time they fill up. As gas prices continue to hit record highs, 16 cents per gallon, with more savings in some counties, can make a big difference, especially during the summer vacation season when millions of consumers are hitting the roads.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2022 04:20 pm
The Niagara County façade program (NCFP) will have a significant impact in helping small businesses in Niagara Falls and the Town of Niagara, according to the four county legislators who represent the area.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2022 04:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the award of more than $5 million for two initiatives to expand addiction services in New York state and help people in need better access treatment and other support.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2022 04:00 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the winners of the annual Congressional Art Competition. The top winner will have their art displayed in the halls to the Capitol Building and will also receive two tickets from Southwest Airlines to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony to be held in Washington, D.C., at the end of June (alongside young artists from across the country).
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Fri, Jun 10th 2022 09:20 am
Rebecca Schultz thought, "Yeah, a trip to states would have been great"; but then again, it falls the same weekend as senior prom. And, well, her dress is paid for.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2022 09:10 am
Since opening in April, entrepreneur Megan Leith has already brought bustling new business to her waterfront venue, Harbor House, formerly known as Michael's Landing, at 369 Sweeney St., North Tonawanda.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2022 09:05 am
First thing this week, let me say I have received many comments about this series of articles and all have been very positive. We at the Historical Association and the bicentennial committee are happy to hear how many people enjoy learning about the most mature buildings in our township.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2022 09:00 am
Iris A. Jircitano of Grand Island passed away May 9, 2022, at the age of 95.
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Fri, Jun 10th 2022 09:00 am
Rose L. (nee Travis) Frentzel of Buffalo passed away peacefully with her family by her side on May 25, 2022, at the age of 95.
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Wed, Jun 8th 2022 11:00 am
James P. "Bubba" Maloni Jr. went home to Jesus, his parents, relatives, church friends, and a slew of cats on Saturday, June 4, 2022. He was 75.
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Tue, Jun 7th 2022 10:35 pm
The New York Power Authority will host a touch-a-truck event on Saturday, June 11, at the Niagara Power Vista - located at 5777 Lewiston Road - from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will include activities and demonstrations, and promote workplace and community safety.
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Tue, Jun 7th 2022 09:45 pm
Grammy Award-nominated band MercyMe has released a new single, "Then Christ Came." The award-winning group launched the new song across all streaming platforms on Friday, alongside an official lyric video.
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Tue, Jun 7th 2022 09:45 pm
The Niagara County Department of Emergency Services is inviting the public to take part in updating the county's hazard mitigation plan (HMP), beginning with an online plan launch meeting at 6 p.m. June 9. Those interested in participating can register at https://tinyurl.com/2aame9b7. The HMP was last updated in 2017.
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Tue, Jun 7th 2022 10:45 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will now offer a nutrition program in the Summit Orthopaedic Center, located in suite 700 of the Summit Healthplex (6934 Williams Road, Niagara Falls). Starting June 8, outpatient registered dietitian Diana Korzhukova, M.S., R.D., C.D.N., will see patients at the center for nutrition counseling every Wednesday.
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Tue, Jun 7th 2022 10:45 am
Congress members Brian Higgins and Chris Jacobs are urging the Federal Aviation Administration to reject a request by Republic Airways for an exemption to the 1,500-hour pilot training requirement.
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Tue, Jun 7th 2022 07:00 am
Representatives from KeyBank, Lewiston-Porter High School and Niagara Falls High School recently gathered to talk about the all-new Chalk Walk Invitational that will take place during the Lewiston Art Festival on Aug. 13-14.
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Tue, Jun 7th 2022 07:00 am
The 2022 American Diabetes Association Tour de Cure is back to an in-person event this year on Saturday, June 11, at Xerox Campus in Webster. Riders across upstate New York, including the Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse and Albany regions, will unite for the second consecutive year to raise much-needed funds for diabetes research, education and advocacy.
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Tue, Jun 7th 2022 07:00 am
Organizers of the Buffalo Irish Festival have launched a unique fundraiser to raise much-needed capital for the 2022 event, taking place July 29-31 at Buffalo's Outer Harbor. Donors can purchase a personalized stone in the Buffalo Irish Festival "Heritage Wall," what organizers call "a timeless display that will be on view at the event for years to come."
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Mon, Jun 6th 2022 05:35 pm
Alice Cooper has announced his fall 2022 "Detroit Muscle" tour.
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Mon, Jun 6th 2022 05:20 pm
Disney+ recently today Marvel Studios' "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" will begin streaming exclusively on Disney+ June 22. Watch the new online spot to see a special "fan thank you" from Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen, Benedict Wong and Xochitl Gomez.
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Mon, Jun 6th 2022 05:10 pm
The Center for Exploratory & Perceptual Arts has received $17,114 from the Peter & Elizabeth Tower Foundation. These funds will be dedicated to enhancing and expanding upon Alternative Perspectives, CEPA's program for individuals on the autism spectrum. Through photography workshops and hands-on training for individuals on the spectrum, CEPA will serve more than 40 individuals on the spectrum.
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Mon, Jun 6th 2022 05:10 pm
On the 78th anniversary of D-Day, Congressman Brian Higgins honored the late Pvt. Walter J. Kowalczyk, a distinguished World War II veteran. Service medals Kowalczyk earned were presented by Higgins to family members during a ceremony in Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Jun 6th 2022 05:00 pm
Today, Pollstar's comedy touring artist of the decade Kevin Hart announced the second leg of his anticipated "Reality Check Tour," which kicks off this month. Produced by Live Nation, the global tour will now have 70 dates, with 19 new shows just announced in North America, including stops in San Diego, Toronto, Portland, Seattle, and Kevin's hometown of Philadelphia.
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Mon, Jun 6th 2022 07:00 am
The Niagara Arts Guild invites area artists to celebrate the opening of the Castellani Art Museum on the Niagara University campus with a guided tour of permanent and new exhibits at 4 p.m. Friday, June 10.
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Mon, Jun 6th 2022 07:00 am
Set sail with the Niagara County Community College Alumni Association on the Moondance Catamaran on Friday, June 24 (3:45-5:30 p.m.). Guests are asked to meet near "The Hatch" at 329 Erie St., Buffalo. The event is open to NCCC alumni, employees, and friends of the college. Proceeds will support the NCCC Alumni Association.
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Mon, Jun 6th 2022 07:00 am
On Tuesday, June 7, KeyBank will host its 31st annual "Neighbors Make the Difference Day." From 1-5 p.m., teammates in Buffalo will spend time volunteering with community organizations and service projects in the region. They'll join thousands of KeyBank teammates nationwide in receiving paid time off to volunteer at more than 38 projects in the neighborhoods where they live and work.
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Mon, Jun 6th 2022 07:00 am
Oxford Pennant, a Buffalo-based designer and manufacturer of wool felt pennants, flags and banners, has teamed-up with Town Ballroom/Funtime Presents to sponsor the concert venue's newest performance space - The Oxford Pennant Stage.
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Mon, Jun 6th 2022 07:00 am
From 6:30-9 p.m. June 20 at Kleinhans Music Hall, Family Meal Hospitality Trust is hosting the third annual "A Cook's Tour" to raise money to assist hospitality workers in need.
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Sat, Jun 4th 2022 07:00 am
The winners of three years' worth of Lions Club peace poster contests were announced at the Lions Club meeting, held May 25 at the Buffalo Launch Club. The COVID-19 pandemic caused the recognition of peace poster contest winners to be delayed, explained Paul Bassette, chair of the poster committee.
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Fri, Jun 3rd 2022 08:35 pm
In the wake of the east Buffalo shooting, local community development nonprofit LISC Western New York is deploying what it is calling "groundswell grants" to dozens of Black-owned and Black-led nonprofits and small businesses in the community.
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Fri, Jun 3rd 2022 08:10 pm
The Historical Association of Lewiston has a brand-new exhibit at the Lewiston Museum - with a centerpiece thought to be lost to the village burning in December 1813.
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Fri, Jun 3rd 2022 05:10 pm
New York Attorney General Letitia James recently issued an alert to New Yorkers to remind them of "the dangerous risks of investing in cryptocurrencies after the market reached record lows last month and investors lost hundreds of billions."
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Fri, Jun 3rd 2022 05:05 pm
The U.S. Small Business Administration Buffalo District Office and the SCORE Buffalo Niagara Chapter will host Straight Talk 2022 on Saturday, June 18, at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center. This is the 25th presentation of this program, which has attracted thousands of participants from Western New York over the years.
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Fri, Jun 3rd 2022 04:55 pm
New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez announced 1,650 department maintenance employees and office staff participated in a "Trash Blitz" across the state to commemorate Earth Day 2022, and encourage motorists to properly dispose of trash. The teams across regions collected 11,146 bags of litter along state highways.
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Fri, Jun 3rd 2022 04:50 pm
As the LGBTQIA+ community celebrates Pride Month this June, the New York State Smokers' Quitline offers its solidarity and resources to achieve better health. For those seeking freedom from addiction to tobacco and vape products, and for their health care professionals and allies, new customized flyers and cards are available by visiting the print materials section online at nysmokefree.com.
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Fri, Jun 3rd 2022 04:05 pm
The Belonging Co, the fast-growing church based in Nashville, has released its fifth live album, "Now." This album follows their recent, widely received fourth album, "Here," which made its debut in March. Starting with the focus track, "Just The Mention Of His Name (feat. Andrew Holt and Natalie Grant)," new live videos of each track will premiere on the church YouTube channel in the weeks following the anticipated album release.
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Fri, Jun 3rd 2022 04:05 pm
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum is offering "pay what you wish" admission, every Saturday in June, for everyone!
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