Fri, Apr 17th 2026 10:20 am
The Greater Niagara Ballet Company (GNBC) is proud to present "Fables & Frost," a charming, family‑friendly ballet program featuring "Peter and the Wolf," "Les Patineurs (The Skating Party)" and "Jewel Fairies" from "The Sleeping Beauty."
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Fri, Apr 17th 2026 07:00 am
The Village of Lewiston Planning Commission tabled Ellicott Development's request to reconfigure building No. 3 of its three-structure plaza. The board, and Building Inspector/Zoning Officer Ken Candella, requested additional information as they consider changing the street-level section's use from residential to commercial - a modification that would accommodate a retail tenant.
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Fri, Apr 17th 2026 06:55 am
On the afternoon of April 8, members of American Legion Post 1346 of Grand Island raised 10 new flags at the DeGlopper Memorial park.
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Thu, Apr 16th 2026 04:55 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens announced Thursday that its expansion and renovation project is more than halfway complete.
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Wed, Apr 15th 2026 10:00 am
Niagara County Fire Coordinator Jon Schultz, along with Niagara County legislators David Godfrey and Chris McKimmie, took part in an event Tuesday hosted by the Firefighters Association of the State of New York in support of FASNY's recruitment and retention campaign, RecruitNY.
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Tue, Apr 14th 2026 09:00 pm
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Tue, Apr 14th 2026 09:15 am
SUNY Niagara will welcome aspiring chefs, culinary professionals and the community for a dynamic weekend of food, artistry and education at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute on Saturday and Sunday, April 25-26.
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Mon, Apr 13th 2026 10:40 am
Two legendary groups will be heating up the summer entertainment at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino with hot performances in the Seneca Niagara Event Center. Classic Rock icons 38 Special bring their 50-year "Legacy Tour" to the Event Center at 8 p.m. Thursday, June 25. Then, country superstars Lady A will perform at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28.
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Mon, Apr 13th 2026 09:55 am
Shea's Performing Arts Center invites the community to Shea's Buffalo Theatre to see "A Minecraft Movie" at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 17 (doors open at noon). The movie-watching event is part of "Shea's Free Film Series."
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Fri, Apr 10th 2026 01:20 pm
Old Glory Flag & Banner is proud to announce a community initiative offering free "God Bless Our Troops" posters to residents and businesses. This effort is intended to show visible, unified support for service members deployed from Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station.
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Fri, Apr 10th 2026 07:10 am
Ellicott Development has submitted plans to the Village of Lewiston to reconfigure building No. 3 in its Center Street lot. The proposed tenant is Ace Hardware.
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Fri, Apr 10th 2026 07:05 am
New pickleball courts could be in place at Richard F. Soluri Park as soon as this summer.
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Fri, Apr 10th 2026 07:00 am
On Monday, local emergency medical service (EMS) agencies participated in a coordinated cardiac arrest simulation drill in partnership with Lewiston No. 1 Fire Co. and Mount St. Mary's Hospital.
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Fri, Apr 10th 2026 06:35 am
When you think "gallery," the word "art" may come to mind. When the staffers at Fichte, Endl & Elmer Eyecare thinks "gallery," they envision the artwork of creating eyeglasses.
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Thu, Apr 9th 2026 12:05 pm
Niagara University is inviting the community to "Take Back the Night" on April 16 through participation in an annual event that aims to end sexual, relationship, and domestic violence in all forms.
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Wed, Apr 8th 2026 08:40 am
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance on Tuesday reminded taxpayers that the deadline to file personal income tax returns and pay any taxes owed (or request an extension of time to file) is midnight, April 15, 2026.
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Tue, Apr 7th 2026 04:05 pm
A fatal vehicle crash on Grand Island is being investigated by the Erie County Sheriff's Office traffic unit. The investigation was announced by Sheriff John C. Garcia.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 12:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced an "unprecedented" state effort to fill potholes and repave roads across New York, following one of the coldest winters in recent memory.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2026 10:45 am
On Friday, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 12 community-based projects across seven regions of New York were selected as awardees through the New York State Community World Cup Grant program. State funding will support locally organized public viewing events and related programming tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2026 11:50 am
On Friday morning, Jane McGrath of Lewiston was the first customer of 2026. She ordered a chocolate custard in a regular cone - "The classic," as she called it.
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2026 07:10 am
When it comes to fish frys, Grand Island's The Beach House has history on its side.
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 01:05 pm
The Erie County Fair is proud to announce the first wave of its 2026 paid grandstand entertainment lineup, featuring ticketed headlining performances at the Buffalo News Grandstand Aug. 12-23 in Hamburg.
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 12:45 pm
Artpark & Company announces Gov't Mule and JJ Grey & Mofro are headed to the Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston for 6:30 p.m. concert on Thursday, Aug. 6.
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2026 10:50 am
Montana International LLC, concessionaire for Grand Island State Park facilities, announced the Beaver Island State Park Golf Course will continue its tradition of offering free rounds of golf to active-duty service members and veterans. The program - now in its third year - has provided nearly $100,000 in complimentary golf to military players over the past two years.
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Wed, Apr 1st 2026 07:55 pm
This April, the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library is inviting the public to log off and walk in.
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Wed, Apr 1st 2026 07:55 pm
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum and Shea's Performing Arts Center are proud to unveil a new exhibit at Explore & More to celebrate Shea's Buffalo Theatre's centennial anniversary.
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Wed, Apr 1st 2026 11:35 am
New York Attorney General Letitia James has issued a consumer alert to warn New Yorkers about tax preparation frauds and to provide tips to avoid common scams during tax season.
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Mon, Mar 30th 2026 10:45 am
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.99, up 5 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.16. The New York state average is $3.93, up 7 cents from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.12.
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Mon, Mar 30th 2026 10:40 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday marked the upcoming five year anniversary of the passage of the Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act, which legalized adult-use cannabis, established the Office of Cannabis Management, and laid the foundation for a regulated, equity-driven cannabis industry in New York.
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Fri, Mar 27th 2026 08:00 am
New Frontier House pay-for-parking signs won't be installed for at least another month, as the Village of Lewiston Zoning Board of Appeals tabled a motion Tuesday requesting placement of between five and eight markers at the historic Center Street site.
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Fri, Mar 27th 2026 07:40 am
The Lewiston Jazz Festival, presented by Northwest Bank, will once again transform the picturesque Village of Lewiston into a vibrant destination for jazz on Friday, Aug. 28, and Saturday, Aug. 29. Recognized as one of the region's most beloved summer traditions, the festival features internationally acclaimed artists, standout regional performers, and emerging talent across five stages throughout the village.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 08:00 pm
On April 18-19, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY) will launch its 17th annual RecruitNY campaign, a statewide initiative designed to connect New Yorkers with their local volunteer fire departments and inspire them to serve their communities.
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Wed, Mar 25th 2026 02:55 pm
The Spill Your Creativity Culture Lab opened its doors with a red ribbon-cutting on Saturday at 400 West Ave., City of Lockport.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 12:00 pm
Multi-Platinum, Grammy Award-winning supergroups Salt-N-Pepa and TLC are joining forces for a landmark co-headlining tour across North America, with special guest En Vogue.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 12:00 pm
Due to overwhelming fan demand, rock icon Bryan Adams has announced a second U.S. leg of his highly successful "Roll With The Punches Tour." Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo will once again join Adams as special guests on all U.S. dates.
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Mon, Mar 23rd 2026 11:55 am
Today, legendary hip-hop collective Wu-Tang Clan announced their return to the road this summer with "Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber Tour," with special guest Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, bringing one of the most influential groups in music history back to stages across North America due to popular demand for a monumental run of live shows.
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Fri, Mar 20th 2026 07:30 am
Customers can visit Warren's Village Hardware in Lewiston with confidence.
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Fri, Mar 20th 2026 07:00 am
Bison Turf Equipment Inc. is a step closer to renovating and opening a vacant building in the Town of Niagara - and transforming it into a fully operational retail store before May 1.
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Thu, Mar 19th 2026 02:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the launch of a first-in-the-nation pilot program to integrate firearm access and injury risk screening into emergency department visits, a proactive approach designed to prevent violence before it occurs.
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Tue, Mar 17th 2026 12:00 pm
A coordinated, multiagency response by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), the City of Buffalo, and Buffalo Naval Park is now underway at the Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park to protect the Buffalo River and stabilize two historically and culturally significant vessels: the USS Croaker and USS The Sullivans.
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