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Micky Dolenz to bring '60 Years of The Monkees' to The Riv
Tue, Nov 11th 2025 03:55 pm
The West Herr Riviera Theatre and Latshaw Productions proudly present Micky Dolenz, performing live at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, at 67 Webster St., North Tonawanda.
Kearns offering state-issued identification to individuals in need
Tue, Nov 11th 2025 03:55 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns announced the clerk's auto bureau division has partnered with the Build Promise/Amy's Place of Hope Community Access Center to bring its mobile DMV to residents and clients in need of state-issued identification.
State landmarks to be illuminated green to honor 'unwavering service of veterans and service members'
Tue, Nov 11th 2025 02:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation declaring Nov. 11 as Veterans Day and recognizing November as Veterans Month across New York state. Hochul further directed 17 state landmarks to be illuminated green this evening as part of "Operation Green Light," which began in New York and has spread throughout the country to recognize veterans and service members from all eras of military service.
In honor of Veterans Day, Hochul signs legislation to support heroes who served this nation
Tue, Nov 11th 2025 10:15 am
In honor of Veterans Day, Gov. Kathy Hochul highlighted legislation she recently signed to demonstrate the state's appreciation of the service and sacrifice of New York's veterans. The legislative package designates the state of New York as a Purple Heart state, while expanding employment opportunities for disabled veterans and safeguarding the benefits received by veterans.
AAA: Go slow on ice and snow
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 04:15 pm
The Western and Central New York region is experiencing an early dose of wintry weather, and AAA has tips to keep everyone safe on the roads.
Erie County issues guidance on arrival time of SNAP benefits
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 04:15 pm
The state of New York has informed the Erie County Department of Social Services (ECDSS) this morning that the issuance of SNAP EBT benefits began Sunday, and will continue through next Monday, with 96% of SNAP households in Erie County receiving 100% of their authorized benefits.
New York Power Authority, Town of Niagara host tree-planting in support of environmental justice
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:55 pm
The New York Power Authority, in collaboration with the Town of Niagara and its Environmental Justice Community Voices Collaborative (EJCVC), hosted a community tree-planting on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 2590 Military Road, Niagara Falls (greenway strip adjacent to the parking lot on Packard Road).
'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve' marks historic first as Chicago hosts live Central Time countdown
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:45 pm
Today, ABC and Dick Clark Productions (DCP) announced "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest," America's most-watched New Year's celebration and one of the country's most enduring annual traditions, will add a Central Time zone midnight countdown live from Chicago for the first time in its more than 50-year history.
Sabres, Tops, Audacy partner for 2025 'Turkeys for Tickets' drive
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:45 pm
The Buffalo Sabres announced the team will partner with Tops Friendly Markets and Audacy for a Thanksgiving turkey drive Wednesday, Nov. 12, to benefit the Buffalo City Mission and FeedMore WNY. The event will take place from 7-9 a.m. in the following locations:
Vince Gill to receive CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at CMAs
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:45 pm
The Country Music Association announced country music legend Vince Gill as the 2025 CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. Gill will accept the honor during The 59th Annual CMA Awards, following a special tribute performance. The 59th Annual CMA Awards airs live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena Wednesday, Nov. 19, on ABC and next day on Hulu.
Rustic Buffalo & Kenan Center present annual 'Holiday Sip & Shop' fundraising event in Lockport
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
The Kenan Center and Rustic Buffalo are partnering once again to present the annual "Holiday Sip & Shop," a three-day event taking place Friday, Nov. 14, through Sunday, Nov. 16, inside the Kenan Arena, 433 Locust St., Lockport.
'Thankful Fur Pets' adoption event Nov. 22 at Buffalo RiverWorks
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
It's that time of year to be thankful for family and friendship - and what better way to celebrate Thanksgiving than to welcome home a new family member at the "Thankful Fur Pets" adoption event happening from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, at Buffalo RiverWorks!
University Libraries at UB presents free screening of Emmy-nominated PBS documentary about Love Canal environmental crisis
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
University Libraries at the University at Buffalo will present the PBS documentary "Poisoned Ground: The Tragedy at Love Canal" at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, in Capen 310 on the university's North Campus.
Nate Bargatze to host new game show, 'The Greatest Average American'
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
Stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze will host the all-new game show, "The Greatest Average American," premiering Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 (9:02-10:02 p.m.), on ABC and next day on Hulu.
Jeremy Rosado celebrates his favorite season with heartfelt rendition of 'Feliz Navidad'
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
Powerhouse vocalist Jeremy Rosado closes out an unforgettable year with his own rendition of the beloved Christmas classic "Feliz Navidad."
Batavia Downs to host holiday food drive to help those in need in Genesee & Orleans counties
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
Batavia Downs President and CEO Byron Brown, and the Western Region Off-Track Betting Corp. board of directors, in partnership with the Community Action of Orleans & Genesee, announced they are sponsoring a holiday food donation drive from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday.
Brad Paisley's releases new Christmas album, 'Snow Globe Town'
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
Global country music superstar and Grand Ole Opry member Brad Paisley has released a new Christmas album, "Snow Globe Town." The 16-track album was inspired by Hallmark Channel's partnership with Paisley to write and record music for "A Grand Ole Opry Christmas" movie, which will premiere Thanksgiving weekend, Saturday, Nov. 29 (8 p.m.), on the Hallmark Channel, streaming next day on Hallmark+.
DEC to operate deer and bear check station on opening weekend of regular big game season
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation encouraged hunters to visit the Region 9 deer and bear check station on Route 16 in the town of Holland during the opening weekend of the regular big-game season.
Niagara Gospel Mission unveils 'Independence Suite'
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
Niagara Gospel Mission unveiled its new "Independence Suite" on Friday. The dedicated housing space is designed to serve and honor homeless veterans in the Western New York community.
Crisis Services shares suicide data
Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
Crisis Services remains committed to the needs of our community. Crisis Services recognizes locally and nationally reported deaths by suicide.
Winter weather advisories issued for parts of Western New York
Sun, Nov 9th 2025 04:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today urged caution ahead of forecasted lake-effect snow set to impact portions of Western New York. Winter weather advisories have been issued for Sunday night into Monday morning, with 3 to 6 inches of snow forecasted for Chautauqua County and 3 to 5 inches possible in Niagara and Orleans counties - and localized higher amounts possible.
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at Niagara Power Vista
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 05:05 pm
The New York Power Authority and local groups will commemorate Native American Heritage Month with daylong celebration at the Niagara Power Vista this Saturday, Nov. 8, starting at 10 a.m.
Price Rite Marketplace shares Thanksgiving shopping guides to help families celebrate for approximately $40
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 04:55 pm
Price Rite Marketplace is making it easier for families to plan their Thanksgiving meals with budget-friendly shopping lists. The retailer has developed two suggested shopping guides that show how customers can prepare a full meal for 8-10 people for approximately $40 - using regularly priced items available in stores.
Hochul honors veterans with annual 'Free Fishing Day' Nov. 11
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 04:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the last statewide "Free Fishing Day" of 2025 will occur Tuesday, Nov. 11, to mark Veterans Day and honor those who defended and protected this nation's democracy and freedoms. On "Free Fishing Day," New York waives the fishing license requirement for freshwater fishing in state waters.
New weekend, new indoor focus for Jingle Falls
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 04:55 pm
The holiday magic returns to downtown Niagara Falls this December, as Jingle Falls USA spreads festive cheer from Friday, Dec. 5, through Sunday, Dec. 7. This year marks an exciting new weekend for the beloved event, with many activities taking place indoors at the Niagara Falls Convention Center - making it the perfect way to celebrate the season, no matter the weather.
Andrea Bocelli releases 'The Blessing' with Kari Jobe & Cody Carnes
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 12:35 pm
Maestro Andrea Bocelli teams up with the Capitol Christian award-winning recording artists, Kari Jobe and Cody Carnes, for a brand-new version of the uplifting, Grammy-nominated track, "The Blessing," released by Decca.
Hochul signs legislation to combat bullying in schools across state
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 12:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the signing of the Jack Reid Law: Protect All Students Act, in recognition of the International Day Against Violence and Bullying at School. This bill aims to protect students attending private schools from bullying, discrimination or harassment when at school, online or at a school event. It also requires private schools to strengthen or develop clear antibullying policies and reporting procedures.
Chris Tomlin releases 'Holy Forever: Christmas Songs of Worship'
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 12:30 pm
Grammy Award-winning artist Chris Tomlin is kicking off "the most wonderful time of the year" with the EP release of "Holy Forever: Christmas Songs of Worship" across all digital platforms. Released in 2024 as an exclusive Apple Music Session, the four Christmas tracks will now be available across all DSPs for this holiday season.
Elevation Worship and Chandler Moore share 'God I'm Just Grateful'
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 12:30 pm
Grammy Award-winning and multi-Platinum-selling worship group Elevation Worship and Grammy Award-winning artist Chandler Moore have released a brand-new song, "God I'm Just Grateful," available now.
Lakewood Music returns with 'Rejoice Again' featuring Alexander Pappas
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 12:30 pm
Lakewood Music released a brand-new song, "Rejoice Again (feat. Alexander Pappas)," available now on all streaming platforms. The declarative anthem will appear on the group's forthcoming album, set to be released in early 2026. Listen to "Rejoice Again" here.
Little Big Town releases reimagined covers EP 'Scattered, Smothered and Covered'
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 10:05 am
Three-time Grammy Award-winning and current CMA Group of the Year-nominated vocal group Little Big Town has released their newly compiled EP, "Scattered, Smothered and Covered," available on all streaming platforms via MCA.
Erie County supporting veterans through Operation Green Light
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 09:55 am
Erie County is supporting veterans and raising awareness of the supports and services available to them by participating in Operation Green Light again in 2025.
NFPD investigating crash involving teenagers
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 09:25 am
On Nov. 6, the Niagara Falls Police crash investigation unit responded to the intersection of Portage Road and Osborne Court to process the scene of a two-car accident with injuries.
UB researchers receive $3 million NIH grant to test innovative sexual assault prevention measure
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 09:25 am
Two University at Buffalo researchers have received a $3.019 million grant from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), part of the National Institutes of Health, to clinically test a novel intervention designed to reduce alcohol-involved sexual assault (AISA) risk for college women.
Honoring service through golf: Niagara Frontier pros bring healing to veterans & hope to homeless
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 09:25 am
Loyalty, honor, and care: These three words are not often associated with golf or golf professionals, but at the Niagara Frontier Golf Club in Youngstown, Dan Antonucci and some of his staff have used the game of golf to make an impact on this nation's heroes and the City of Niagara Falls' homeless. They have been dedicated to opening this game up to all people, not just those who can afford to be at a country club.
Village of Lewiston receives update from Beautification on efforts to enhance Center Street, waterfront
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 08:00 am
The Lewiston Beautification Committee's Tasia Fitzpatrick provided village trustees with an extensive update, including projects completed and those projected to enhance Center Street and the waterfront.
Celebrating small business: Sushi is back at DiMino's Tops Lewiston
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 08:00 am
Fresh sushi is back at DiMino's Lewiston Tops following a short interruption due to a vendor switch. About 18 different items are made daily at the Center Street supermarket, each one available in a grab-and-go case.
Celebrating small business: 'Totally Buffalo trifecta' promotes local merchants, supports those in need
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 08:00 am
It was five years ago that journalist Mary Friona-Celani and her husband, musician Scott Celani, did what any reasonable-thinking couple would do in the middle of a pandemic, when the world is closed and people aren't leaving their homes: They opened a retail store.
Zonta campaigns to end gender-based violence
Fri, Nov 7th 2025 08:00 am
Next week, Islanders will start seeing orange ribbons around town as a sign of saying "No" to gender-based violence.
 

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