Fri, Jul 10th 2026 07:00 am
With prices rising in, well, just about everything, now is the perfect time ... to take a vacation. ... To Niagara Falls State Park.
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Thu, Jul 9th 2026 04:30 pm
Upon being sworn into office on Monday, new Village of Lewiston Mayor Dan Cota and his board - including new Deputy Mayor Tina Coppins and Trustee Leandra Collesano - set their sights on some lofty new initiatives intended to increase communication between elected leaders and community members.
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Thu, Jul 9th 2026 01:00 pm
The Niagara County Center for Economic Development announced it has established a new "Neighborhood Business of the Month" recognition program to highlight small, locally owned businesses that contribute to the county's economy and enhance the quality of life in communities throughout Niagara County.
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Thu, Jul 9th 2026 12:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $110 million in state funding to improve emergency communications systems and enhance public safety call-taking and dispatching capabilities through the combined FY 2025 and FY2026 Statewide Interoperable Communications (SICG) and Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP) Operations Grant programs.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 07:05 pm
On July 3 - opening night of the free summer concert series at Youngstown's Falkner Park - local leaders gathered to celebrate enhancements to the stage area - and 25 years of music in the village.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
Through strategic budgeting and collaboration with food vendors, ride provider Strates Shows, and suppliers, the Erie County Fair is lowering admission prices and introducing additional savings opportunities for food and rides throughout the event.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 12:10 pm
Customers of Wegmans Food Markets raised a record-breaking $769,300 during the company's two-week food drive to support local food banks' increased summer needs.
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:30 am
In 2023, about 2 million adults in New York state reported consuming some form of cannabis.
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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 10:30 am
Flu season is no longer just flu season. Since 2022, the health care community has faced what's known as a "tripledemic" of seasonal influenza, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 02:15 pm
On May 30, the Fin, Feather, and Fur Conservation Society, Modern Disposal Services, and Niagara Metals collaborated to host a successful scrap-metal drive, raising funds for Pinnacle Community Services. A check in the amount of $2,695 was presented Tuesday at the Youngstown 3F Club.
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2026 10:05 am
As dangerous temperatures continue across the region and much of the country, the American Heart Association is urging people to take extra precautions to protect their hearts and overall health during prolonged periods of extreme heat.
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Tue, Jun 30th 2026 10:20 am
Beating the heat in upstate New York can be as simple as lowering your thermostat and closing your blinds. With high temperatures and humidity on the horizon, National Grid wants our customers to reduce their energy usage and bills by incorporating some easy no- and low-cost energy solutions into their lives.
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Tue, Jun 30th 2026 10:20 am
Summer weather is heating up across the region. Amid hot and humid weather, AAA Western and Central New York is reminding motorists to be aware of the dangers of hot cars.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 12:50 pm
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University welcomed members, friends, and the wider Western New York community to "Party on the Portico" on Thursday. CAM's annual summer celebration was set against the backdrop of the museum's iconic portico and current summer exhibitions. It brought together art, music, conversation, and community in one of CAM's most anticipated annual traditions.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 08:05 am
Though Femmes of Rock founder/string leader Nina DiGregorio was nice enough to sit down for a full interview, a preview of her July 10 Artpark concert could simply be summed up by this statement: You won't believe your ears.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 08:00 am
Patriotic salutes in Western New York
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 08:00 am
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, along with licensed concession partner Delaware North, recently celebrated the opening of two new attractions in the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Welcome Center in Niagara Falls State Park. "Voices of the Falls" and "Above the Roar" invite visitors to experience Niagara Falls through diverse perspectives and cutting-edge technology.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 07:05 am
Improvement projects occupied much of the discussion at Monday's Lewiston Town Board session.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 06:00 am
The Town of Grand Island will celebrate the Fourth of July and this nation's 250th anniversary of independence Saturday, July 4, with the following events:
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Thu, Jun 25th 2026 09:10 pm
The Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday for Brandi's Cask + Cow, 840 Center St., Lewiston. Brandi Anello is the new owner of the restaurant.
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Thu, Jun 25th 2026 08:35 pm
At a press conference on Thursday, Niagara County Legislator Jesse Gooch announced this year's lineup for the ninth annual "Thursdays on the Water" North Tonawanda concert series. He organizes the weekly event through his Jesse Gooch Productions entertainment business.
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Wed, Jun 24th 2026 08:40 am
Cornell Cooperative Extension | Niagara County announced public voting is now open for the 2026 "Fair-ly New" ice cream flavor contest. The public can vote here until June 29. The winning flavor will be made by Hoover's Dairy in Niagara County and sold exclusively at the Niagara County Fair (Aug. 5-9)
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Tue, Jun 23rd 2026 02:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul, the Buffalo Bills and Erie County on Tuesday celebrated the official completion of the new $2.1 billion Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park.
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2026 09:50 pm
New York Attorney General Letitia James has released guidance to help New Yorkers understand their health insurance options and avoid scams as major changes to New York's Essential Plan take effect.
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Sat, Jun 20th 2026 07:25 pm
Children of all ages frolicked into Artpark on Saturday to partake in the 16th annual Fairy House Festival, themed "Under the Sea!" They wore their best and brightest wings, made potions, had their faces painted, and enjoyed the festive collaboration of nature, art, music and dancing.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 06:40 pm
On Thursday night, "Christmas at The Starlight" leads Mario Lopez and Taylor Kalupa were joined on set by another star. ... Center Street.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 01:35 am
Following last weekend's Flag Day parade/community faire in Ransomville and the Plant-O-Rama gardeners extravaganza in Youngstown, next up on the events calendar is the 16th annual Beginning of Summer Street Dance and Classic Car Show, Thursday, June 25, on Main Street.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2026 08:10 am
The Grand Island Central School District budget passed Tuesday.
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Tue, Jun 16th 2026 10:25 pm
Change is coming to the Village of Lewiston.
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Mon, Jun 15th 2026 11:55 am
Though they would've enjoyed being in New York City to celebrate the Knicks' first NBA title in more than 50 years, Tony Danza and Mario Lopez said they were thrilled to be in Lewiston and working together on a new holiday feature for Great America Media. He's now a single father.
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Mon, Jun 15th 2026 07:00 am
As Fourth of July festivities quickly approach, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York is advising New Yorkers about the dangers and hazards of fireworks and sparklers and discouraging their use by individuals. Instead, FASNY encourages New York residents and visitors to play it safe and celebrate by taking in a professional fireworks display.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 05:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul rallied Friday with New Yorkers in Buffalo to celebrate the passage of the fiscal year 2027 enacted budget, which includes a slate of wins for the region, including a historic $70 million in direct aid to the City of Buffalo and a $24 million investment in FeedMore WNY, a hunger-relief organization that provides nutritious food for food-insecure families.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 07:00 am
Mark Laurrie, superintendent of the City of Niagara Falls City School District, is retiring at the end of this school year. He has worked in the district for 42 years.
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Thu, Jun 11th 2026 10:00 am
Old Falls Street USA is bringing a new, family-friendly attraction to downtown Niagara Falls this summer with the debut of a summer carnival on Old Falls Street, taking place Friday, June 19, through Sunday, June 21.
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Wed, Jun 10th 2026 11:00 pm
The Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) announced a second resident has tested positive for measles. This follows the June 4 announcement of a measles case, the first in Erie County since 2018.
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Wed, Jun 10th 2026 10:35 pm
The Aquarium of Niagara is deeply saddened to announce the passing of its rescued California sea lion, Arie.
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Wed, Jun 10th 2026 12:15 pm
A landmark statewide economic impact study finds that New York's 750-mile Empire State Trail is delivering transformative economic, health and environmental benefits to communities across the state, generating $1.87 billion in economic activity while connecting millions of residents and visitors to safe outdoor recreation.
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Wed, Jun 10th 2026 07:55 am
The All Charity Classic was played Monday at Lockport Town & Country Club. The scramble format featured teams playing to raise money for a number of local organizations. It was presented by Sam Terrazzino and Michael Ragusa of Odyssey Financial Group.
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Tue, Jun 9th 2026 01:40 pm
Empire State Development is reminding soccer fans across Western New York that free, public community watch parties are locked in at three premier Buffalo locations for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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Fri, Jun 5th 2026 07:00 am
Sleight of hand dexterity and misdirection is magician Leon Etienne's bread and butter - but it was mathematics that enabled him to open a new venue in downtown Niagara Falls last summer. He discovered adding something to nothing could create everything for people "between dinner and the fireworks" on the U.S. side of the falls.
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