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Team effort revitalizes Canal Fest of the Tonawandas
Mon, Jul 17th 2023 05:30 pm
Teamwork brought Canal Fest of the Tonawandas from hiatus to hurrahs this past Sunday. It was opening day of the eight-day festival with a ceremony on the Renaissance Bridge between its Twin Cities hosts, Tonawanda and North Tonawanda.
'History makes me ready': Contino takes command of 914th
Fri, Jul 14th 2023 07:00 am
Col. Joseph Contino assumed command of the 914th Air Refueling Wing - leading 1,600 military and a civilian member force - at a change of command ceremony at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station on July 7.
Veterans event brings unity to Wheatfield community
Fri, Jul 7th 2023 11:00 am
The Wheatfield Veterans Memorial was the gathering spot on Saturday for veterans and families to educate, reflect, share stories, express gratitude and enjoy camaraderie.
BOCES graduates work with Jack Black on Tenacious D project
Wed, Jul 5th 2023 08:00 pm
Recently, two alumni of Jennifer Manning's Orleans/Niagara BOCES animation, film and visual effects program, Jack Gatto (Lewiston-Porter graduate) and Geoff Roberts (Niagara Wheatfield graduate), had the amazing opportunity to work on the animated video for the song "Video Games" by actor/musician Jack Black's band, Tenacious D.
'Ignite the Waterfront' set for Saturday in Tonawanda
Tue, Jun 27th 2023 03:55 pm
The Way Church will "Ignite the Waterfront" from 1-7 p.m. Saturday, July 1, at The Waterfront @ Niawanda Park Band Shell, 200 Niagara St., Tonawanda.
'Thursdays on the Water': NT concert lineup announced
Fri, Jun 16th 2023 11:00 am
The "Thursdays on the Water" concert series has launched its sixth annual lineup with a splash.
Wheatfield veterans plan July 1 summer event
Fri, Jun 16th 2023 11:00 am
The Wheatfield Veterans Memorial will be the setting on Saturday, July 1, for a special summer event that features Army trucks and fire engines from all five Wheatfield fire companies.
Adams Fire Co. is coming for you
Fri, Jun 16th 2023 09:25 am
Adams Fire Co. needs volunteers - and it's going out of its way to find them.
Empower holds annual golf tournament, honors local businessmen with Humanitarian Award
Thu, Jun 15th 2023 11:55 am
On Wednesday, Empower held its annual benefit golf tournament to raise funding for job training and day programming for residents of Western New York with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Additionally, Empower honored Bob O'Leary and Gary Kaczor with the Empower Annual Golf Tournament Humanitarian Award in Memory of Neil and Mary Gruppo for their continued dedication to supporting Empower.
Ruffolo: Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center pledges to keep health care local
Wed, Jun 14th 2023 07:25 pm
As the leading health care provider in the Niagara Region, we are deeply concerned about the recent announcement by Catholic Health to cut a number of essential services at Mount St. Mary's Hospital. These service cuts, which include surgery, dialysis, imaging, maternity, GI, and some inpatient beds, will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the health care options available to Niagara County residents.
NT teacher among 15 to learn from scientists & NY Sea Grant aboard EPA Research Vessel Lake Guardian on Lake Ontario
Wed, Jun 14th 2023 07:20 pm
Melissa Elliott, a biology teacher at North Tonawanda High School, is among the 15 educators from five Great Lakes states who will become scientists during the 2023 Lake Ontario Shipboard Science Workshop aboard the U.S. EPA Great Lakes National Program Office (GLNPO) Research Vessel Lake Guardian.
Speaking at NU, NFL Executive Vice President Troy Vincent establishes The Vincent Commission
Wed, Jun 14th 2023 07:15 pm
Troy Vincent, NFL executive vice president, and Tommi Vincent, chair of the National Domestic Violence Hotline, have launched The Vincent Commission, a newly established entity formed to study and address gender-based violence on college and university campuses.
West Street Elementary thanks Hoover's Dairy for ice cream awards
Mon, Jun 12th 2023 01:50 pm
Here's the "scoop": West Street School in Sanborn would like to give a big thank you to Hoover's Dairy.
Town of Niagara's 'Music Mania Mondays' continues to grow
Fri, Jun 9th 2023 11:00 am
"Music Mania Mondays" is returning to Niagara County on June 26. It's looking to be a packed event with cover bands from all over the country set to perform at Veteran's Memorial Park at 7000 Lockport Road, Town of Niagara.
'Cruisin' the Wurlitzer': North Tonawanda event combines cars & camaraderie
Fri, Jun 9th 2023 11:00 am
Each Monday from 5-9 p.m. this summer, "Cruisin' the Wurlitzer" gears up for cars, conversation and camaraderie.
New York National Guard soldiers complete 10-month mission in Africa
Mon, Jun 5th 2023 01:45 pm
The New York National Guard's Task Force Wolfhound completed its mission providing security at U.S. installations in the Horn of Africa on Saturday, June 3. The 1,130 soldiers of the task force had been providing security at locations in Djibouti, Somalia and Kenya since Sept. 19, 2022.
'Walls in Wheatfield' a source of community pride, identity
Fri, Jun 2nd 2023 11:00 am
Wheatfield is in the process of defining its borders, enhancing intersection safety and building community pride - all through a project dubbed "Walls in Wheatfield."
Carnegie Art Center invites members to art exhibition and appreciation event
Mon, May 29th 2023 07:00 am
The Carnegie Art Center in North Tonawanda will present its annual members exhibition June 3-30.
Painters Plus announces 13th annual 'Project H.O.P.E.'
Tue, May 23rd 2023 03:30 pm
Painters Plus announced the start of its annual "Project H.O.P.E." ("Helping Others Paint Exteriors") application acceptance period for North Tonawanda residents.
Town of Niagara announces 'Music Mania Mondays' lineup
Wed, May 17th 2023 09:40 am
The Town of Niagara has revealed the acts headlining the 2023 "Music Mania Mondays" concert series. Events take place at Veteran's Memorial Community Park, 7000 Lockport Road.
More than 300 graduates participated in NCCC's 59th commencement
Tue, May 16th 2023 06:30 pm
The 59th annual commencement ceremony at Niagara County Community College took place on Saturday, May 13, at the Sanborn campus. More than 300 students crossed the stage to receive their degree.
Kelynn Holenstein named grand-prizewinner of poster art contest for Taste of Buffalo presented By Tops
Thu, May 4th 2023 10:45 am
Tops Friendly Markets and the Taste of Buffalo announced Kelynn Holenstein, a talented artist from North Tonawanda, is the grand-prizewinner of the 2023 Taste of Buffalo Tops poster art contest.
Niagara USA Chamber honoring top local leaders
Mon, May 1st 2023 10:50 am
The Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2023 slate of awardees for the Chamber Honors Awards.
WNY medical scholarships help keep doctors UB trains close to home
Mon, Apr 24th 2023 01:40 pm
Even before the pandemic, the nationwide physician shortage was looming; now, it's even more pronounced.
NORLIC awarded $1.4M grant by Housing Trust Fund
Mon, Apr 24th 2023 01:25 pm
The Niagara Orleans Regional Land Improvement Corp. (NORLIC) - often referred to as the Land Bank - has been awarded a $1.4 million grant by the New York State Housing Trust Fund Corp. and NYS Homes and Community Renewal. NORLIC had submitted an application for the competitive grant program earlier this year.
Town of Niagara discusses solar projects, grants conditional approval to one on Niagara Falls Blvd.
Fri, Apr 21st 2023 11:00 am
A planned solar power facility in the Town of Niagara received a conditional approval to proceed Tuesday from the Niagara Town Board.
NCSO sets public alert for farmers
Tue, Apr 18th 2023 06:15 pm
Law enforcement across the region was made aware of an animal activist meeting taking place on Saturday, April 15. The meeting was advertised on social media as a forum to encourage animal rescue. It further offers instruction on stages of animal rescue, researching of facilities and winning at trial. This group is actively recruiting individuals for this purpose.
CTE students enjoy career fair
Mon, Apr 17th 2023 11:05 am
Niagara Career and Technical Education Center students recently attended the Skilled Trades Career Fair at the Buffalo Bills Field House. The event was called "Be Your Own Hero."
Celebrate Earth Day at Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA
Fri, Apr 14th 2023 07:00 am
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA is hosting an Earth Day event from noon until 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22, in the area between the Vans and Brooks Brothers stores. The multifaceted event is free and open to the public.
Scam and fraud prevention public seminar in NT
Thu, Apr 13th 2023 07:00 am
North Tonawanda Mayor Austin J. Tylec announced his office is teaming with the North Tonawanda Police Department to host a scam and fraud prevention seminar. The event will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at the North Tonawanda Student Alumni Center, 405 Meadow Drive.
Information meeting gets word out on proposed NISE expansion at former Summit Park Mall
Fri, Apr 7th 2023 11:00 am
Town of Wheatfield Planning Board officials knew they needed to get the word out on possible changes coming to the former Summit Park Mall as soon as they could.
Fortune Media, Great Place to Work name Wegmans to 2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work
Tue, Apr 4th 2023 02:05 pm
Great Place To Work and Fortune magazine have honored Wegmans as one of the 2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For. This is Wegmans 26th time being named to this prestigious list, this year coming in at No. 4.
NT: 'We all can play a part in supporting strong and thriving families'
Fri, Mar 31st 2023 10:05 am
This month and throughout the year, the Erie Niagara Sunrise Exchange Club encourages all individuals and organizations to play a role in making the Tonawandas a better place for children and families. By ensuring that parents have the knowledge, skills and resources they need to care for their children, we can help prevent child abuse and neglect by creating strong and thriving children, youth and families in our communities.
Wilson & Niagara Wheatfield hold active-shooter training drills
Fri, Mar 24th 2023 02:45 pm
On the Superintendent's Conference Day on March 17, the Wilson Central School District and Niagara Wheatfield Central School District hosted emergency training and active shooter drills at Wilson Middle School/High School and the Niagara Wheatfield High School and Middle School.
NYPA board awards low-cost hydropower to Amazon in support of $550 million WNY expansion
Wed, Mar 22nd 2023 08:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the New York Power Authority board of trustees approved economic development awards to 22 firms that will spur more than $20 billion in capital investments and support 8,336 jobs - with 3,930 newly created.
Higgins & Wheatfield Supervisor Don MacSwan honor more than 75 local Vietnam veterans
Tue, Mar 21st 2023 09:55 am
Congressman Brian Higgins, along with Town of Wheatfield Supervisor Don MacSwan, held a ceremony Monday recognizing the service of Western New York Vietnam veterans. During the event, more than 75 local veterans each received an American Vietnam War 50th anniversary commemorative lapel pin.
North Tonawanda Watch: 99-year-old WWII veteran William Gosch 2023 Dyngus Day Parade grand marshal
Mon, Mar 20th 2023 09:35 am
The North Tonawanda Neighborhood Watch announced its grand marshal for the third annual NT Dyngus Day Parade. 99-year-old WWII veteran William "Bill" Gosch will lead this year's parade, which will be held at 5 p.m. Monday, April 10.
De Dee's Dairy opens for season, serving up all your 'flavorites'
Fri, Mar 10th 2023 11:00 am
De Dee's Dairy is reopening for the season, marking the establishment's 40-year anniversary.
A true vision: Couple has cataract surgeries together on Valentine's Day
Fri, Mar 3rd 2023 11:00 am
Married for 63 years, Sam and Diane Sansone celebrated Valentine's Day in a unique way - getting cataract surgery together.
Excelsior Orthopaedics cuts ribbon on new Niagara Falls location
Fri, Mar 3rd 2023 11:00 am
A new Excelsior Orthopaedics Niagara Falls facility has more to offer the Western New York community. The comprehensive musculoskeletal care center will be able to serve a larger area of Niagara County.
 

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