Tue, Jul 14th 2026 11:05 pm
Catholic Charities of Buffalo announced total philanthropic gifts for its 2025-26 fiscal year increased by 7.8%, reaching $9,075,325, reflecting the generosity and commitment of donors across Western New York.
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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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Fri, Jul 10th 2026 07:00 am
The Lewiston Public Library held a ceremony on Monday, July 6, celebrating its 125 years of service to the community. The event helped kickoff the library's six-week summer reading program.
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Thu, Jul 9th 2026 04:30 pm
One of the Village of Lewiston's most unique properties is now for sale. Gary Hall is selling the former DeChantal Hall at 435 N. Second St. The almost 15,000-square-feet property was recently used as the headquarters for Waste Technology Services, a non-asset-based waste and by-product management company. Northstar Recycling Company LLC announced its acquisition of WTS last fall.
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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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Mon, Jul 6th 2026 02:20 pm
Univera Healthcare announced Community Missions of Niagara Frontier Inc. will receive a $10,000 grant through the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York's Small Business Recovery Grant program.
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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 08:00 am
Lumberjack's Waterfront Patio Grill is just different.
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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 09:30 pm
People Inc. celebrated the completion of a newly renovated overnight respite house during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday, marking a significant expansion of this important service for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families.
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2026 08:55 pm
Ghada Have It on Monday announced it will end regular restaurant operations effective June 26, as the business transitions into a new chapter focused on catering, food truck service, public and private events, and party rentals.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 01:40 am
The Youngstown Business and Professional Association was incorporated in 1976. At that time, the YBPA president was Victor Szarejko, DDS. Originally, the purpose of YBPA was to be able to offer health insurance to various businesses in Youngstown. That job later went to the Lewiston Chamber of Commerce, but the YBPA continued on as an association serving the community.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2026 04:30 pm
The City of Niagara Falls has announced this year's details for "Food Truck Thursdays," hosted at the Niagara Falls Train Station, 825 Depot Ave W. From 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. (rain or shine) every Thursday from June 25 until Aug. 27, residents and visitors can enjoy live entertainment and local food vendors. Free parking will be available.
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Mon, Jun 15th 2026 04:45 pm
The public has spoken, and the Aquarium of Niagara's 26th successfully reared Humboldt penguin chick will be named Iris.
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Thu, Jun 11th 2026 10:45 am
Hibbard's Original Frozen Custard has teamed up with Artpark & Company to offer a new hometown favorite sweet treat: "Artpark Buttered Popcorn." The innovative custard pairs a vanilla base with popcorn flavoring to provide a one-of-a-kind dessert.
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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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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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Wed, Jun 3rd 2026 08:35 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park officially announced tickets are on sale for "Nightmare Wharf," a new, immersive Halloween attraction set aboard historic naval vessels and along Buffalo's waterfront.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2026 04:45 pm
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County (CCE Niagara), in conjunction with Hoover Dairy, announced the second annual "Fair-ly New" ice cream flavor contest. The competition is now accepting entrants, with the winning flavor to be created by Hoover Dairy and served during the Niagara County Fair, Aug. 5-9 at the Niagara County Fairgrounds.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2026 04:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the launch of the Regional Economic Development Council initiative.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 05:20 pm
United Way of Greater Niagara (UWGN) announces the appointment of North Tonawanda Mayor Austin Tylec as the new chairman of the board of directors, and Denise Abbott as the new vice chair - ushering in a new phase of leadership as the organization continues its mission to strengthen youth development across the greater Niagara Region.
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
The Niagara Post Theater will launch its inaugural summer concert series this month, beginning with "Jazz at the Post" on May 24, featuring local ensemble Brass Chance performing Miles Davis' groundbreaking album, "Kind of Blue."
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
Old Falls Street USA is gearing up for an exciting summer season packed with live entertainment, family-friendly activities, festivals, and new events designed to bring residents and visitors together in the heart of Downtown Niagara Falls.
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
Upon Rachel Jolbert taking the reins in 2023, the Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market has grown in physical size, number of vendors and months of operation. Its success and importance to the River Region has been mentioned by residents in person, online and at municipal meetings.
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Tue, May 19th 2026 09:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a historic economic milestone for the new Buffalo Bills Highmark Stadium, where over $490 million has been paid to minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBE).
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Fri, May 15th 2026 08:05 am
Smelt Festival is a time to celebrate local fishing - and there are more opportunities these days thanks to the efforts of local anglers and charter captains.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:40 am
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens announced its "Butterfly Experience" will return beginning this weekend and continuing from May 16 to July 19. Hundreds of live butterflies will take flight in the tropical orchard greenhouse.
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Wed, May 13th 2026 09:45 am
On Wednesday, the Niagara County Center for Economic Development launched the inaugural Niagara County Corporate Fishing Challenge, a new initiative focused on engaging business professionals, showcasing the region's world-class fishing opportunities, and supporting a local charitable organization.
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Tue, May 12th 2026 12:30 pm
For 56 years, 100 American Craftsmen has brought together some of the finest makers in the country for a celebration of contemporary craft art in the heart of Western New York. This June, the show returns with more artisans, more energy, and more reason than ever to attend.
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Wed, May 6th 2026 09:20 pm
Destination Niagara USA joined communities across the country in celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), recognizing the vital role tourism plays in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and enhancing quality of life in Niagara County.
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Wed, May 6th 2026 08:30 pm
The City of Buffalo is bringing back "Food Truck Thursdays" to Niagara Square for the 2026 season, continuing a downtown tradition that has become a staple of spring and summer in the city.
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Wed, May 6th 2026 08:30 pm
In recognition of National Small Business Week, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced the launch of the sustainable business navigator program to provide free advice to small businesses so they can cut costs while also helping the environment.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 10:10 am
Niagara Gospel Mission officially launched its "Niagara Gospel Country Club," a new leadership development initiative designed to equip residents with the character, discipline and practical skills needed to successfully reenter the workforce and community.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 08:00 am
Despite celebrating more than a quarter-century in business - a rare 2020s feat - a signature sandwich seen on national television ("The Haystack"), myriad "Best of" food/tourism lists and boatloads of positive social media feedback, The Silo Restaurant isn't settling for status quo.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 06:55 am
What do giant rocks, chains that drip water, a stone bench, and an ornamental flowering cherry tree all have in common? If you said they're items on display at Lincoln Park Nursery in Amherst, you'd be correct. You'd also be right if you guessed they're products of owner John Maloney's imagination.
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Thu, Apr 30th 2026 10:40 pm
Niagara Amusement Park & Splash World will not open for the 2026 summer season.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 01:10 pm
Researchers from the University at Buffalo and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center are developing an artificial intelligence tool to help surgeons better identify lung cancer patients at risk for postoperative complications.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 07:15 am
Niagara County legislators Michael Casale, Irene Myers and David Godfrey joined Upward Niagara Chamber President Amanda Haseley in presenting special America 250 flags to area businesses and municipalities on Monday morning.
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Thu, Apr 23rd 2026 03:05 pm
Scene One Entertainment, alongside Benchmark Management Group, opened the Market Arcade 8 on Wednesday in downtown Buffalo - the latest for the Schenectady-based entertainment company, and its first foray in Western New York.
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2026 08:15 am
This May, Tops Friendly Markets is giving customers a powerful way to save with its "Fuel Your Fridays" promotion. Every Friday throughout the month, shoppers who spend $35 or more will automatically earn double gas points, making it easier to save at the pump while stocking up on essentials.
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