Wed, Mar 5th 2025 07:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the week of March 9, 2025, as Flood Safety Awareness Week in New York. The annual campaign, conducted in partnership with the National Weather Service, educates New Yorkers about flood dangers and how to prepare for any emergency involving flooding.
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Wed, Mar 5th 2025 07:00 pm
Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced John A. Rudes, 29, of North Tonawanda, was sentenced this morning before Erie County Court Judge Susan Eagan to 20 years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision.
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Wed, Mar 5th 2025 07:00 pm
Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced James B. White Jr., 23, of Buffalo, was sentenced this morning before Erie County Court Judge James Bargnesi to 25 years to life in prison.
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Wed, Mar 5th 2025 07:00 pm
During National Nutrition Month, the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) reminds older New Yorkers and their families of the many state and local programs available to support overall health and wellness, particularly nutritional health for individuals aged 60 and over.
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Wed, Mar 5th 2025 09:50 am
Destination Niagara USA, the destination marketing organization for Niagara County, is seeking nominations for the third annual Tourism Employee Spotlight Awards.
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Wed, Mar 5th 2025 09:50 am
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Wed, Mar 5th 2025 09:50 am
HOPE Day, the annual 24-hour match challenge day of giving to benefit Appeal in support of Catholic Charities of Buffalo and the "Fund for the Faith," is Wednesday, March 19, across Western New York.
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Tue, Mar 4th 2025 05:35 pm
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Tue, Mar 4th 2025 04:45 pm
Get ready to rock with the Black Crowes at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino on Saturday, Aug. 2.
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Tue, Mar 4th 2025 04:40 pm
"The Oscars" took place Sunday, March 2, at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. The show aired live on ABC, streamed live on Hulu, and aired live in more than 200 territories worldwide.
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Tue, Mar 4th 2025 04:40 pm
SUNY Niagara President Lloyd Holmes announced this week that 10 faculty members have advanced in their careers at the college.
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Tue, Mar 4th 2025 04:40 pm
Applications for the 2025 Indigenous artisan permits are now available for the upcoming summer season at Niagara Falls State Park.
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Tue, Mar 4th 2025 04:35 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) on Tuesday announced two new traffic signals are scheduled to be activated along state routes 104 and 93 at the intersections of Townline and Plank roads in the towns of Lockport and Cambria, beginning March 5.
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Tue, Mar 4th 2025 04:35 pm
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Tue, Mar 4th 2025 04:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday convened a roundtable with New York agriculture leaders to discuss global competitiveness and international markets in the wake of the Trump administration's trade tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China.
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Tue, Mar 4th 2025 10:00 am
Cold temperatures didn't keep folks from coming to Olcott on Sunday for the 56th annual Polar Bear Swim For Sight to benefit the Olcott Lions Club. This year's top group - dressed as inmates - raised $6,675 for the Lions Club.
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Mon, Mar 3rd 2025 05:30 pm
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino will present a night of legendary music with one of the greatest girl groups in history when The Pointer Sisters perform at the Seneca Niagara Event Center on Saturday, May 10 (8 p.m.). Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 7, and start at $35.
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Mon, Mar 3rd 2025 05:30 pm
New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt and members of the Senate Republican conference today unveiled legislation aimed at providing relief for hardworking New Yorkers who are struggling amidst the state's affordability crisis, and called for the bills to be included in this year's enacted budget.
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Mon, Mar 3rd 2025 05:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a proclamation designating March 2025 as Problem Gambling Awareness Month in New York state. The governor's proclamation outlined the collaborative efforts of stakeholders to provide resources and build awareness of an often-undetected addiction.
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Mon, Mar 3rd 2025 05:30 pm
The Niagara County Center for Economic Development said this is the last week to register for the 2025 Agribusiness Outreach Forum.
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Mon, Mar 3rd 2025 05:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul urged New Yorkers to prepare for potential flooding due to warm temperatures and rainfall, starting Tuesday night and continuing through Thursday.
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Mon, Mar 3rd 2025 10:10 am
Empire State Wrestling will hold its first 2025 event in New York on Saturday, March 15, at the Frontier Firehall in Niagara Falls. The event is called "Tough Luck '25" and will feature several ESW roster mainstays, which include several newly crowned champions.
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Mon, Mar 3rd 2025 10:05 am
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.10, down 4 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.35. The New York state average is $3.15, down 2 cents from last Monday. A year ago, the state average was $3.32.
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Mon, Mar 3rd 2025 10:05 am
Losing an extra hour of sleep may not be the worst thing that could happen when you "spring forward" at the start of daylight saving time. According to the American Heart Association, the world's leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, scientific researchers have noticed a marked increase in heart attacks and strokes in the days following this time change each year.
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Mon, Mar 3rd 2025 07:05 am
The Niagara Falls Ancient Order of Hibernians proudly presents the 41st annual Niagara Falls St. Patrick's Day Party & Parade, set to take place Friday, March 14. This beloved community celebration will kick off at 4:45 p.m. with the "World's Shortest Parade" at the corner of Old Falls Street and Rainbow Boulevard, before continuing with an evening of Irish festivities inside the Niagara Falls Convention Center until 10 p.m.
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Mon, Mar 3rd 2025 07:00 am
In 2016, CJ Gonzales completed the Orleans/Niagara BOCES certified personal training program, taught by Jared Karas at the Niagara Career and Technical Education Center (NCTEC).
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Mon, Mar 3rd 2025 07:00 am
On March 14, the annual Agribusiness Outreach Forum will be held at the Niagara County Cooperative Extension. It is sponsored by the Niagara County Center for Economic Development, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County, Niagara County Farm Bureau, the Niagara County Small Business Development Center, and National Grid.
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Sat, Mar 1st 2025 11:55 pm
CSEA and the state of New York reached a temporary agreement due to the ongoing security staff strike at New York state prisons. This agreement aims to protect civilian staff while maintaining prison operations during the strike.
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 06:10 pm
Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter as comedian Michael Ian Black takes the stage at the Kenan Center's Taylor Theatre in Lockport. Black, known for his sharp wit and hilarious insights, will perform two stand-up shows on March 8, at 7 and 9:30 p.m.
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 06:10 pm
Empire State Development has announced the launch of the Business Food Waste Mitigation Grant program, a $4 million initiative aimed at reducing food waste from large-scale businesses across New York.
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 06:05 pm
Empire State Development announced the launch of the "Women Entrepreneurs Rising" certification initiative to strengthen New York's Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) community during Women's History Month, building on Gov. Kathy Hochul's commitment to expanding economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs. Running from March 3 through April 18, this initiative leverages a statewide network of business advisory centers to provide free, comprehensive support to help qualified MWBEs complete their applications for state certification.
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 06:05 pm
Tops Friendly Markets will once again partner with Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF), the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization. This year the campaign will begin Sunday, March 2, and run through Saturday, March 22. The goal is to raise money to help fund research to help find a cure for T1D.
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 06:05 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is encouraging New Yorkers to help do their part to prevent conflicts between people and coyotes.
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 06:05 pm
Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced a 19-year-old male from Newburg pleaded guilty yesterday morning before Amherst Town Court Justice Jeff Marion to one count of inciting to riot (class "A" misdemeanor). The defendant pleaded guilty to the highest sustainable charge.
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 06:05 pm
The University at Buffalo School of Management will host a free, in-depth discussion on how artificial intelligence is transforming the business of health care at 5:30 p.m. April 2 in the Natural Sciences Complex, Room 225, on UB's North Campus. Presented by the school's Helen and Oscar Sufrin Lectureship in Accounting, the talk is titled "AI in the Business of Health Care: Smarter Data, Better Decisions."
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 03:50 pm
Our Lady Peace is only looking forward as they mark 30 years.
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 12:40 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced the March 1 start of the 2025 "I BIRD NY Challenge" for birders of all ages and abilities. The challenge provides opportunities to identify and learn about birds, and awards program finishers with a commemorative "I BIRD NY Challenge" patch and a chance to win birding-related prizes.
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 11:25 am
The new collective Sons Of Sunday released two new songs - "I Looked Up" and "One More Day" - accompanied by the previously released debut tracks, "GOD DID!" and "Runnin With Angels."
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 11:20 am
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski said planning is underway for this year's Purple Heart celebration, which will see more names added to the Purple Heart monument and the Book of Honor at the Niagara County Courthouse in Lockport.
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Fri, Feb 28th 2025 11:05 am
Black River's MaRynn Taylor is crisscrossing the country, performing at some of the country's most iconic arenas as part of the all-female arena show "Kelsea Ballerini Live On Tour."
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