KeyBank has completed its acquisition of 37 retail banking branches owned by HSBC Bank NA in Buffalo and Rochester.

While Saturday night's crescent moon won't give off a lot of light, locals and visitors to the Lake Ontario port of Olcott this weekend can still expect to spend their time there "Dancing in the Moonlight."

Celebrating its ninth summer at Artpark, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra presents an afternoon performance of classical favorites from Berlioz, Mozart, Mendelssohn and Tchaikovsky as part of Artpark's new "Sundays in July" matinee theater series.

Assemblyman John D. Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, wrote to Gov. Andrew Cuomo Thursday urging him to nominate a Niagara County resident to succeed John Dyson on the New York Power Authority board of trustees, citing the critical role Niagara County plays in power production in New York state. Dyson's resignation is slated for Aug. 5 of this year.

The family of Jonathan Miller, a member of Lewiston-Porter High School's Class of 2010 who died in a tragic car accident, announce that the upcoming J-Mill Memorial Charity Giving Fund's third annual golf outing and dinner will be the last. However, the cancellation of future fundraisers is not for a lack of generosity, support, kindness, and empathy from the Niagara Falls community.

The New York Power Authority will hold a Family Safety Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 14, at the Power Vista, the visitors' center for the Niagara Power Project.

On Tuesday, the Niagara County Department of Health issued a beach advisory at Olcott Beach in Olcott, and one for Camp Kenan beach, located in the Town of Somerset.

By the decree of the President of the French Republic, Joseph M. Consiglio is appointed to receive the "Chevalier" of the Legion of Honor for his contribution to the liberation of France during the Battle of the Colmar Pocket in World War II.

From squirrels on Jet Skis to talking dogs and playful cats, we all love watching our pets perform for the camera. And now, your best video snapshots can win you a $25 gift certificate to Furry Friends Too Pet Foods & Supplies.

Once again, Niagara River Lodge No. 785 of F. & A. Masons is sponsoring a safety identification booth at the firehouse during Old Sanborn Days. The booth will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 14, and on Sunday, July 15, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Next week, First Presbyterian Church of Lewiston, 505 Cayuga St., will celebrate another great year of Vacation Bible School. This year's theme is "Son-Surf - A Beach Bash VBS." Included in the activities will be crafts, music, games, and a Bible story for the day.

A recent view of safety data from more than 1,000 hospitals in 44 states by Consumer Reports magazine shows that Mount St. Mary's Hospital is ranked in the Top 10 for safety in New York.

Children can now register for the 55th Niagara County Peach Festival Peach Blossom and Peach Fuzz competitions.

The highly anticipated "Mighty Niagara" half-marathon will be held on Saturday, Sept. 22, at 9 a.m.

The Orange Cat Coffee Co. hosts live entertainment each Friday, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., on its patio at 703 Center St., Lewiston.

As another school year has come to a close, members of the Lewiston-Porter Middle School Builders Club can reflect on the fun and fulfilling volunteer work they participated in.

On Friday, July 13, the HSBC Bank branch in Lewiston will convert to a KeyBank branch. Here are some helpful tips, courtesy of KeyBank (www.key.com).

Beginning on Memorial Day Weekend (May 28) and ending on Labor Day Weekend (Sept. 3), local grocery store Wilson's Lakeside Market joins other IGA independent retailers to donate a portion of certain products' sales to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Proceeds from a spaghetti dinner presented by the Lewiston-Porter National Junior Honor Society will assist Old Fort Niagara with its upcoming bicentennial celebrations.

The 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 is approaching with the speed of a British cannonball. Lewiston played an important role in the War of 1812 and it's destiny was changed forever after it was burned to the ground in 1813.

Summer is the perfect time to get "craft-y" with the kids. Dive into fun free art activities that the whole family will love at Artpark's "Free Family Saturdays" July 7 through 28 (noon to 4 p.m.) in the Outdoor Amphitheater area.

The "Road Bros," the "Best for Food" travel judging team of Mike Shubic and Brian Cox, have posted a video of their time in Lewiston. Check it out:

Huey Lewis & The News performed July 3 as part of "Tuesday in the Park" at Artpark. Watch a video of the show.

Niagara Feline Friends runs low-cost spay/neuter clinics for cats. These clinics are open to anyone, regardless of income. The $75 cost also includes distemper and rabies shots. To sign up, call 716-754-2050.

The It Happened to Alexa Foundation will celebrate 10 years of successfully supporting hundreds of victims of sexual assault and their families - aiding U.S. citizens in 42 states and 14 foreign countries - at its 10th annual fundraising dinner.

Start your engines and bring your ride to Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence for a different kind of fundraiser. Our Lady of Peace "Cruisers Day," in conjunction with Cataract Cruises of WNY, presents "Super Cruise" on Saturday, July 21. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the facility, located at 5285 Lewiston Road.

Dennis Brochey and Nicholas Conde took the oath of office Monday in the Village of Lewiston. The two men join Mayor Terry Collesano and trustees Bruce Sutherland and Vic Eydt on the Village Board.

Lou Ann Zoda won the Friends of the Lewiston Public Library GardenFest raffle.

Niagara County residents can anticipate celebrating the Fourth of July week with a bang! Many special events in the region will honor Independence Day.

June has been a busy month for area Lions Clubs in northern Niagara.

The Lewiston Public Library, 305 S. Eighth St., in the Village of Lewiston, announces the following programs, events and activities for the month of July.

Last Saturday my grandson Jesse, son Danny, and I went on a little fishing excursion for bass on the lower Niagara. It was a bright, windless, and event-filled day as it seemed the fish wanted to show off.

Annual cooling initiative, directed by homes and community renewal, offers relief for vulnerable new yorkers during heat wave.

Recent surveillance sampling conducted on June 28 by the Niagara County Department of Health at Olcott Beach in Olcott New York has determined that the water is suitable for swimming.

Money - or lack of it - was active discussion during at least some of the Lewiston Town Board meeting Monday night.

Lewiston Police Department Officer Scott Stafford opened the D.A.R.E. graduation ceremonies at Stella Niagara Education Park by stating that he was "blown away by what the essay writers came up with."

The Lewiston-Porter Board of Education has extended the contract of Superintendent Christopher Roser to Sept. 30, 2015.

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church will hold its eighth annual Mediterranean Festival on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 13-15, on the church's spacious grounds at 1073 Saunders Settlement Road (Route 31), a half mile east of Military Road in the Town of Lewiston.

Assemblyman John D. Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, announced Wednesday that several local businesses were selected to receive low-cost power under the second round of allocations through the new ReCharge NY Program.

It was like stepping back 200 years when the U.S. Brig Niagara sailed into the Niagara River on an unexpected visit late Tuesday afternoon.