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NT: Public can celebrate everything dog at 'Dogs Are People, Too'
Fri, Aug 26th 2022 02:45 pm
North Tonawanda Mayor Austin Tylec announced the "Dogs Are People, Too" event will return to Carruthers Park in North Tonawanda for the second year in a row.
Maureen Kellick adds (water)color to Village Bake Shoppe
Fri, Aug 26th 2022 12:20 pm
It's only fitting that Lewiston's from-scratch bakery have from-scratch artwork hanging on its walls.
Silo, Gallo team for charity hot dog eating contest
Fri, Aug 26th 2022 12:10 pm
Talk about giving new meaning to the phrase "dog days of summer." Lewiston's Silo Restaurant and Gallo Coal Fire Kitchen are teaming to host a hot dog eating contest on Saturday, Sept. 3. Proceeds will benefit the Niagara County SPCA.
Hochul announces groundbreaking for Colored Musicians Club expansion project
Wed, Aug 24th 2022 05:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced the Colored Musicians Club has begun an expansion and renovations that will allow for increased tourism and visitation to Buffalo's African American Heritage Corridor.
'Murder at the Mansion' to raise funds for Breast Cancer Network
Wed, Aug 24th 2022 01:10 pm
The Breast Cancer Network of WNY (BCN) is presenting a fundraiser to benefit research for metastatic breast cancer. The event on Sept. 30 at The Mansion on Delaware is titled "Murder at the Mansion." It is an interactive murder mystery cocktail party that includes a professionally presented murder mystery show.
Tim Hortons pumpkin spice lineup set to return
Tue, Aug 23rd 2022 01:55 pm
Tim Hortons and fall fans: Brace yourselves.
Hochul updates COVID-19 guidance for schools
Mon, Aug 22nd 2022 05:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced updated coronavirus guidance that aligns with new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations as children, teachers and faculty across the state prepare to head back to school in the coming weeks.
2022 Buffalo Team Hope Walk to support Huntington's Disease Society of America
Mon, Aug 22nd 2022 07:00 am
The Northeast Region of the Huntington's Disease Society of America (HDSA) will host the Buffalo Team Hope Walk at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, at Isleview Gazebo. All proceeds support HDSA's mission to improve the lives of people affected by Huntington's disease (HD) and their families.
Votes are in: NFP's second annual 'Savory Summer' awards top warm-weather eateries
Fri, Aug 19th 2022 11:00 am
Western New York winters are notoriously filled with cold, gray days. It's for that reason people take every opportunity to get out and eat, drink and be merry in the warm, colorful spring and summer months.
Village of Lewiston to vote on reducing speed limit to 25 mph
Fri, Aug 19th 2022 11:00 am
Mayor Anne Welch said the Village of Lewiston intends to take advantage of a new state law and lower the municipal speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph.
Bob Emerson, Old Fort Niagara recognized for service
Fri, Aug 19th 2022 09:15 am
July was an exciting month for Old Fort Niagara and Executive Director Robert Emerson, as all aspects of OFN's functions were acknowledged.
Fashion Outlets team gives back
Fri, Aug 19th 2022 07:00 am
The Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls management team recently volunteered on site at the Niagara Area Habitat for Humanity's new house construction, on 61st Street in Niagara Falls. In addition to volunteering, the Fashion Outlets presented a check for $2,000 to help with the project.
Welcome to Lewiston, Queen B's Cottage
Fri, Aug 19th 2022 07:00 am
Queen B's Cottage celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, Aug. 12, with the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce. Owner Brooke Unversaw opened the new retail location in the former Lewiston Council of the Arts building. She previously had space inside The Country Doctor Antique & Gift Shop. Unversaw has curated a unique mix of home goods and gifts at the location at 475 Ridge St. (located directly behind the International Peace Garden).
Niagara County to participate in end-of-summer, Labor Day high-visibility engagement campaign
Thu, Aug 18th 2022 09:05 am
Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti announced Niagara County law enforcement agencies will participate in a special effort to bring awareness to the dangers of impaired driving. In a combined effort to stop impaired driving, prevent injuries, and save lives, law enforcement officers across New York will take to the roads. The statewide STOP-DWI high-visibility engagement campaign efforts start Friday, Aug. 19, and will end Monday, Sept. 5.
Hochul announces relaunch of #VaxtoSchool COVID-19 vaccine effort
Wed, Aug 17th 2022 06:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the relaunch of #VaxtoSchool, the multifaceted statewide campaign aimed at increasing coronavirus vaccination rates among school-aged New Yorkers. Her team said the campaign furthers Hochul's "commitment to ensuring equitable access to vaccines, and to make the health and well-being of students, teachers and families a top priority."
Community Missions launches 'Girls Circle' at Kenan Center
Wed, Aug 17th 2022 10:10 am
Community Missions has launched its "Girls Circle" at the Kenan Center, marking the girls empowerment program's first foray into eastern Niagara County. Sessions are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings throughout the month of August.
Hochul directs DEC to expand drought watch
Tue, Aug 16th 2022 12:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has directed the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to issue an updated drought watch after consulting with the State Drought Management Task Force and federal partner agencies.
Village of Lewiston to add stop signs at Fourth, Center & Water streets
Tue, Aug 16th 2022 07:00 am
Trustees in the Village of Lewiston voted Monday to add a series of new stop signs in an attempt to prevent future automobile-related accidents.
Lewiston Art Festival top winner says show is 'one of my favorites'
Sun, Aug 14th 2022 04:45 pm
Bonnie Hedden Designs won Best in Show on Saturday at the 2022 Lewiston Art Festival. Hedden, a handcrafted-jewelry artist from Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, also took first place in the Artistic Craft I: Jewelry category for her "Aqua Shag" necklace.
PHOTOS: Lewiston Art Festival is best in show
Sat, Aug 13th 2022 06:35 pm
The Lewiston Council on the Arts is hosting the 56th annual Lewiston Art Festival this weekend. This prestigious event showcases the work of more than 160 professional and student artists representing eight states and Canada, with creations lining Center Street.
Man, machine and the 'Mighty Niagara'
Fri, Aug 12th 2022 11:00 am
The crowd roared as man and machine met on the mighty Niagara for the annual running of Thunder on the Niagara this past weekend at Gratwick Park in North Tonawanda.
Rice balls, chocolate chip cookie sandwiches and more fun foods at Lewiston Art Festival
Fri, Aug 12th 2022 11:00 am
Lewiston Council on the Arts Executive Director Irene Rykaszewski said Lewiston is "famous for its great restaurants." LCA staffers "love it" when local businesses have a presence on the street. "They typically offer some of their 'signature' items, which gives visitors a taste of our hometown delights!"
NCIDA approves Frontier House PILOT
Fri, Aug 12th 2022 10:30 am
The Niagara County Industrial Development Agency on Wednesday voted in favor of granting a payment in lieu of taxes to 4600 Group LLC, the company that owns the Frontier House and adjoining property on Center Street in Lewiston.
High school students learn about esports at NU summer camp
Fri, Aug 12th 2022 09:10 am
The Levesque Institute at Niagara University, in partnership with the Niagara Falls City School District, offers an esports program designed to present new and innovative learning experiences to students.
New faces on Destination Niagara USA staff
Fri, Aug 12th 2022 08:40 am
As domestic leisure travel continues to increase, Destination Niagara USA is being proactive about its approach to ensuring Niagara Falls USA and Niagara County remain in the forefront of travelers' minds. To that end, Heather Bagshaw (vice president of marketing) and Sara Harvey (director of communications) are the latest hires for the destination marketing organization (DMO).
Schoellkopf Health Center completes entrance renovation
Thu, Aug 11th 2022 08:30 pm
Schoellkopf Health Center has completed renovations to the center's main entrance and parking lot, thanks to funds received by the City of Niagara Falls' Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA to host 'Kindness is Fashionable' community mural event
Wed, Aug 10th 2022 04:40 pm
As the community gears up for back to school, The Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA is inviting shopping guests of all ages to participate in the creation of a new community mural titled, "Kindness is Fashionable," which will be painted on the windows of entrance 3.
Niagara County is 'Reelin' for a Cure'
Tue, Aug 9th 2022 10:45 am
"Reelin' for a Cure" is returning to Olcott and Wilson harbors from 6 a.m. to noon Friday, Aug. 19. In its seventh year, the fishing tournament will host hundreds of women angling for prize money, bragging rights and the opportunity to raise money for women battling cancer.
'Living History Weekend' at Old Fort Niagara
Tue, Aug 9th 2022 09:55 am
Old Fort Niagara's history spans almost 300 years. During those three centuries of occupation, the fort has seen combat for only about 23 days.
Artpark: France's spectacular Plasticiens Volants brings outdoor spectacle to Lewiston skies
Mon, Aug 8th 2022 07:00 am
Artpark & Company presents the return of Plasticiens Volants from Toulouse, France, for the North American premiere of "Leonardo." The larger-than-life show will celebrate one of the greatest inventors of all time: Leonardo da Vinci. Guests will witness oversized, helium-filled, hand-painted inflatables depicting Leonardo's ideas, inventions and visions floating weightlessly above the audience and moving through the skies as the sun sets across the Niagara escarpment.
HART partners with Stone Jug & Summer of '69 band
Mon, Aug 8th 2022 07:00 am
The Summer of '69 Band partnered with the (Ontario House) Stone Jug and the Home Assistance Referral Team for a fundraising event held July 3. Organizers said the evening was filled with great music - and all proceeds benefitted HART.
Modern Disposal Services supports Niagara County Sheriff's Office with underwater metal detector
Fri, Aug 5th 2022 11:10 am
Modern Disposal Services recently teamed up Lt. James Lucas, Sheriff Michael Filicetti and the Niagara County underwater recovery team to support a new underwater metal detector unit for their division. The new device has advanced technology to make it easier for the underwater team to locate a variety of articles when needed in certain situations and difficult conditions.
Lewiston Art Festival brings top artists, family-friendly events to Center Street
Fri, Aug 5th 2022 11:00 am
The Lewiston Art Festival is back!
UB grad students providing nutrition counseling at Jefferson Ave. Tops
Fri, Aug 5th 2022 10:00 am
On a recent Thursday morning, retired Buffalo City Court Judge David Edmunds stopped by the Jefferson Avenue Tops Friendly Markets on Buffalo's east side to get a few items. In addition to his oatmeal raisin cookies, he picked up some nutrition tips courtesy of three University at Buffalo graduate students posted at the entrance next to the produce section.
Niagara County Legislature declares 'Lloyd Day' in honor of Lloyd the Pittie from Niagara SPCA
Fri, Aug 5th 2022 07:00 am
The Niagara County Legislature declared Wednesday, Aug. 3, as "Lloyd Day" in honor of Lloyd the Pittie, a dog that came to the Niagara SPCA as a stray last month and has become a bit of a local celebrity.
Niagara County announces 'Hope Links' campaign
Thu, Aug 4th 2022 10:50 am
The Niagara County Opioid (OASIS) Task Force will be launching its "Hope Links" campaign at the 2022 Niagara County Fair.
$5.2 million restoration of Frontier House aided by National Grid economic development grant
Wed, Aug 3rd 2022 01:05 pm
A $100,000 National Grid economic development grant will be used by developers as part of a $5.2 million conversion of the historic Frontier House in Lewiston into a mixed-use building.
Local leaders support Lewiston Council on the Arts
Tue, Aug 2nd 2022 11:20 am
Ahead of its upcoming Lewiston Art Festival, the Lewiston Council on the Arts received new support from local elected leaders.
New York Power Authority approves 5-year $38 million contract to build new gantry crane at flagship Niagara Power Project
Mon, Aug 1st 2022 11:00 am
The New York Power Authority board of trustees on Tuesday approved the award of a competitively bid contract, valued up to $37,984,000, to REEL COH Inc. of Boisbriand, Canada, to fabricate, deliver and install a new gantry crane with a lifting capacity of 680 tons for the Power Authority's Niagara Power Project in Lewiston.
Niagara County clerk partners with WNY Food 4 Paws to support families in need
Mon, Aug 1st 2022 11:00 am
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski recently joined WNY Food 4 Paws and other community partners at St. Casimir's Church Food Pantry to introduce a service to residents of Niagara County: pet food pantries.
 

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