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96th Oscars rounds out show presenters
Tue, Mar 5th 2024 01:25 pm
Emily Blunt, Cynthia Erivo, America Ferrera, Sally Field, Ryan Gosling, Ariana Grande, Ben Kingsley, Melissa McCarthy, Issa Rae, Tim Robbins, Steven Spielberg, Mary Steenburgen, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlize Theron, Christoph Waltz and Forest Whitaker will present at the 96th Oscars, executive producer and showrunner Raj Kapoor and executive producers Molly McNearney and Katy Mullan announced today.
Diocese of Buffalo names Bremer director of buildings, properties & central services
Tue, Mar 5th 2024 12:45 pm
The Catholic Diocese of Buffalo recently selected Steven Bremer to be its new director of buildings, properties and central services.
Legendary entertainer Donny Osmond to perform at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
Tue, Mar 5th 2024 12:45 pm
One of the most dynamic performers in entertainment is coming to Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. The legendary Donny Osmond will perform in the Seneca Niagara Event Center at 8 p.m. Saturday, July 13. Tickets on sale at noon on Friday, March 8.
Diana Ross among new performers announced for Fallsview & OLG Stage
Tue, Mar 5th 2024 12:45 pm
Fallsview Casino Resort is gearing up for our "Hot Summer Concert Series" at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino starting Victoria Day weekend.
Niagara County Legislator Nemi graduates from County Government Institute
Tue, Mar 5th 2024 12:45 pm
Niagara County Legislator Tony Nemi has graduated from the County Government Institute (CGI), the preeminent certification and education program for county officials in New York state. CGI is a joint educational program between the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC) and the Cornell University Community and Regional Development Institute.
Erie County, ECDOH award ECMC opioid crisis grants
Tue, Mar 5th 2024 12:45 pm
Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) Corp.'s Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine and its Center for Hepatology Care were each awarded $250,000 for a total of $500,000 in grant funding from Erie County and the Erie County Department of Health to aid in the community's response to the opioid crisis.
New York state returned nearly $9.7 million to consumers in 2023
Tue, Mar 5th 2024 12:45 pm
In honor of National Consumer Protection Week, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the Office of Consumer Services at the New York State Department of Public Service - the staff arm of the Public Service Commission - and the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection assisted 276,000 New York households with a variety of consumer protection matters, returning nearly $9.7 million to consumers in 2023.
Sports gear collection drive to benefit Lewiston-Porter Youth Football & Cheer
Tue, Mar 5th 2024 09:35 am
Clean out your garage and donate your used/excess sports gear: Lewiston-Porter Youth Football & Cheer is partnering with Leveling the Playing Field to run a used gear collection drive. Consider dropping off your new or unused equipment to support kids in Western New York practice and play the sports they love!
RRP survey seeks input on improvements at Niagara Falls City Market
Tue, Mar 5th 2024 09:25 am
The Regional Revitalization Partnership (RRP) - a partnership between Empire State Development, local governments, and a host of Western New York foundations - recently launched its effort to breathe new life into Niagara Falls' treasured City Market.
Village of Lewiston adds self-storage law, approves redesigned Academy Park pavilion
Tue, Mar 5th 2024 09:00 am
Trustees in the Village of Lewiston voted Monday to prohibit new, dedicated self-storage facilities - though they left the door open for storage as an accessory use.
Niagara Falls: 19th St. shooting
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 05:35 pm
At approximately 9:30 p.m. Sunday night, Niagara Falls Police responded to the 1100 block of 19th Street, when they heard shots being fired as they were investigating an unrelated call a few blocks away.
CBS casts Austin Stowell as young Leroy Jethro Gibbs in new drama series 'NCIS: Origins'
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 05:10 pm
CBS announced today that Austin Stowell has been cast as young Leroy Jethro Gibbs in the new drama "NCIS: Origins," which has previously been ordered to series for the 2024-25 broadcast season.
Jeremy Camp releases title-track 'Deeper Waters'; 13-song album out May 17th via Capitol CMG
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 05:10 pm
On Friday, award-winning hitmaker Jeremy Camp released "Deeper Waters," the title track to his 14th studio album, out Friday, May 17, via Capitol CMG.
The quiet killer stalking our roads: Drowsy driving
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 04:40 pm
Driving while battling the urge to fall asleep is a familiar feeling for many. However, soon-to-be-published research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reveals the shocking lethality of drowsy driving.
Kearns sponsors special one-stop passport acceptance fairs
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 03:55 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns announced his office will conduct "Passports on the Move" outreach events in March at select AAA Travel and Insurance Centers throughout Erie County. This community event is for first-time passport applicants only. Reservations are required and can be made by contacting the Erie County clerk's outreach center at 716-858-8864.
The beat goes on! Father-daughter duo Jamie & Corinne Foxx return to 'Beat Shazam' stage for season 7
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 03:55 pm
Award-winning actor, singer and comedian Jamie Foxx will make his return as host and executive producer of the hit interactive music game show "Beat Shazam" alongside his daughter, producer and activist Corinne Foxx, who will return as co-host and deejay.
Status of child care in NYS report to be released
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 03:55 pm
Two out of five New Yorkers with children report that they or an adult member of their household decided to forgo employment outside of their home due to child care, according to survey data from Cornell University's 2023 Empire State Poll.
Hochul: Federal approval to expand access to high-quality, affordable health insurance
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 03:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Treasury have approved New York's Section 1332 State Innovation Waiver application to expand the Essential Plan, a public health insurance program offered through the NY State of Health, to New Yorkers with incomes up to 250% of the Federal Poverty Line, $37,650 annual income for an individual.
A nod to nostalgia with new flavors from Perry's Ice Cream
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 02:05 pm
Perry's Ice Cream Company Inc., a Great Lakes regional brand and upstate New York's No. 1 ice cream, introduces six new ice cream flavors in time for summer. Included in the 2024 lineup are three new retail flavors and three new three-gallon flavors for scoop shop and restaurant customers. The latest introductions will debut this month and are available for purchase online across the continental U.S.
Niagara County awarded $3.2M for site prep at Niagara County Business Park in Cambria
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 02:05 pm
Last week, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Niagara County will receive $3.2 million for the Niagara County Business Park in the Town of Cambria under the Focused Attraction of Shovel-Ready Tracts New York (FAST NY) grant program.
Niagara Arts Guild meeting
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 02:05 pm
Artist Judith Light demonstrates art composition techniques at Friday's Niagara Arts Guild meeting. The meeting begins promptly at 7 p.m. at the Dale Association, 33 Ontario St., Lockport.
Gordon Ramsay challenging Lisa Vanderpump to clash of titans for season 2 of FOX's 'Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars'
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 02:05 pm
Gordon Ramsay will welcome famed hospitality industry leader and TV personality Lisa Vanderpump to season two of FOX's high-stakes competition series, "Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars," premiering Wednesday, May 22 (9 p.m. ET/PT), it was announced today by Allison Wallach, president of unscripted programming, FOX Entertainment.
Taste of Buffalo announces scholarship opportunities
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 02:05 pm
The Taste of Buffalo presented by Tops Friendly Markets is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship program to support Western New York-area high school seniors aspiring to have careers in the food service, hospitality, and culinary arts industries.
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center welcomes Margaret Desmarais to Golisano Primary Care
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 02:05 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center (NFMMC) announced the addition of nurse practitioner Margaret A. Desmarais, R.N. M.S.N. F.NP. B.C. C.A.R.N.-AP, to its team at Golisano Primary Care. With more than 30 years of experience in nursing and health care, Desmarais is now accepting new patients.
Music department makes key decisions on new grand pianos
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 02:05 pm
Four members of the department of music recently went piano-shopping - in New York City and Vienna, Austria - to select two new pianos for the "Slee Visiting Artists Series" and other concerts at UB.
Vehicle pursuit in Town of Niagara
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 02:05 pm
On March 4 at 2:44 a.m., Niagara County Sheriff's Office Deputy M. Drake attempted to initiate a traffic stop on Hyde Park Boulevard and Witmer Road in the Town of Niagara.
NT Watch announces Polish businesswoman Ania Duchon as 2024 NT Dyngus Day Parade grand marshal
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 12:20 pm
The North Tonawanda Neighborhood Watch's Dyngus Day committee announces the selection of Ania Duchon as the grand marshal for the fourth annual North Tonawanda Dyngus Day Parade.
'Park Dunks for P.U.N.T.': Park School partners with local pediatric cancer outfit for kids 3-on-3 basketball tournament
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 12:20 pm
The Park School of Buffalo, Western New York's only co-ed Montessori and pre-K-12th grade independent school, is proud to be partnering with the P.U.N.T. Pediatric Cancer Collaborative, a nonprofit foundation providing various programs that offer financial, emotional and practical support for families facing childhood cancer.
During National Nutrition Month, NYSOFA highlights statewide programs providing 22 million meals to older adults annually
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 11:40 am
During National Nutrition Month, the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) reminds older New Yorkers and their families of the many state and local programs available to support overall health and wellness, particularly nutritional health for individuals ages 60 and over.
NYS Tax Department offers free tax filing help in Buffalo area for eligible taxpayers
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 11:40 am
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance encourages eligible New Yorkers to take advantage of its free Taxpayer Assistance Program (TAP). Certified NYS Tax Department staff will guide eligible taxpayers as they electronically prepare and file their basic federal and state tax returns themselves for free.
'Coffee with Chris' and Mayor Restaino
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 11:40 am
Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino will join Niagara County Legislator Chris Voccio at "Coffee with Chris" at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 16.
2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards airing April 1 on FOX, featuring performances by Justin Timberlake, Green Day, TLC, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 11:40 am
iHeartMedia and FOX Entertainment announced the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards will feature performances by Justin Timberlake, Green Day, TLC, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, Tate McRae and more, plus a special musical tribute to the 2024 iHeartRadio Icon Award recipient Cher.
Big year, bigger prizes: Tim Hortons launches most exciting Roll Up To Win yet
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 11:40 am
To celebrate 60 years of Tim Hortons, this year's Roll Up to Win promotion is our most exciting yet! Starting today and through March 31, Tims Rewards Members who purchase eligible hot or iced drinks will earn Rolls to reveal on the Tim Hortons App or at RollUpToWin.com for a chance to win prizes.
Boom Boom Pow: Catch Black Eyed Peas Live at OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino this August
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 11:40 am
Aug. 9 is going to be a good night, as multi-Platinum and award-winning group the Black Eyed Peas will be performing live at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino. Fans can anticipate a dynamic show filled with their No. 1 hits, making it a night to remember for concertgoers of all ages.
'Something Good Can Work' when Two Door Cinema Club performs at Artpark
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 11:40 am
As part of Artpark & Company's 50th anniversary season, Two Door Cinema Club will perform at the Artpark Amphitheater at 7 p.m. Monday, July 29, with special guest flipturn.
Friends of the Turtle to hold information session
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 10:00 am
Friends of the Turtle, a community organizing group, will hold an information session for the public at 7 p.m. Monday, March 4, at the Niagara Arts and Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls.
Cooper rucking 222 miles to raise funds for homeless veterans in WNY
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 10:00 am
The Rev. John Cooper Jr., executive director of Niagara Gospel Mission at 1317 Portage Road, Niagara Falls, is rucking 222 miles before Easter to raise funds to expand the RECON recovery program for homeless veterans in Western New York.
After record-breaking 34 million votes, Crunchyroll unveils 2024 Anime Awards winners in Tokyo
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 09:55 am
Crunchyroll, the ultimate home for anime worldwide, revealed the winners for the 2024 Crunchyroll Anime Awards during a live ceremony featuring global celebrity presenters and exciting musical performances, all to honor the creators, musicians and performers powering the global love of anime.
Gas prices creep ahead: Milder weather and spring break road trips will drive up demand
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 09:55 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.35, up 9 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.40. The New York state average is $3.32, up 2 cents from one week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.43.
'Barbie The Movie: In Concert': Live-to-film concert experience heading to Darien Lake
Mon, Mar 4th 2024 09:55 am
Live Nation and Mattel Inc. today announced "Barbie The Movie: In Concert." The live-to-film concert experience produced by Overture Global Entertainment will bring Warner Bros. Pictures' feature film "Barbie" - Mattel Film's first theatrical production - to life with live music from The Barbie Land Sinfonietta, a special presentation from Orchestrator and Executive Producer Macy Schmidt's all-women and majority women-of-color orchestra.
 

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