Fri, Feb 7th 2025 09:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the six designated "Free Fishing Days" in New York state, encouraging people to get offline and get outside to enjoy these affordable outdoor recreation opportunities statewide.
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Thu, Feb 6th 2025 12:20 pm
Buffalo Pro Soccer announced the acquisition of the FC Buffalo Youth Academy. This milestone marks a transformative moment for soccer in Western New York, paving the way for young athletes to access a talent development pipeline that will guide them from local youth fields to the highest levels of global soccer - allowing them to develop their skills at home while preparing to compete on the biggest stages.
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Thu, Feb 6th 2025 12:15 pm
The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) announced the launch of "Take a Pause," a new PSA campaign highlighting the steps New Yorkers can take to understand the risks and ensure responsible gambling, in particular for those who participate in mobile sports betting.
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Fri, Jan 17th 2025 07:00 am
As winter settles in here on the Niagara Frontier we have two choices: Either stay indoors next to a warm fire or try to find things to embrace and enjoy what the area has to offer in the coldest part of the year.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 01:40 pm
The Greater Niagara Fishing Expo is set to celebrate its 10th annual event from Feb. 13-16, at the Niagara Falls Convention Center. Renowned for its emphasis on education, this premier fishing expo will feature over 250 seminars led by local, regional and national experts, all included with the price of admission.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
The Buffalo Sabres announced Tim DiGiulio was named the recipient of the 2025 J. Michael Duffett Memorial Award, presented each year to the coach whose contributions to amateur hockey in Western New York "best exemplify the knowledge, teaching, love of the game and gentle humanity of Mike."
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Fri, Jan 10th 2025 06:55 am
Local author Budd Bailey gave a presentation Jan. 4 at the Grand Island Memorial Library. Here, he holds two of the Buffalo sports books he has written.
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Thu, Jan 9th 2025 02:20 pm
The Erie County Fair is looking to recruit teams to design and build miniature-golf holes for its second rendition of the Erie County Fairway exhibit! This free exhibit was considered a huge success at the 2024 event and saw thousands of visitors. To bring it to life in its second year, the Erie County Fair is asking the community for help to build upon its success.
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Mon, Dec 30th 2024 05:00 pm
Niagara County Legislator Christopher McKimmie proudly presented a check for $3,200 to Charles Fink, president of the Niagara Falls Junior Football Club (NFJFC) and a retired Niagara Falls Police lieutenant.
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Fri, Dec 20th 2024 11:05 am
The snow is finally here. That can only mean one thing: Christmas is around the corner.
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Fri, Dec 20th 2024 07:00 am
As fall turns to winter, we start to experience cooler weather and fewer sunlight hours. It can be tempting to slack off on sun protection when we feel cold, but protecting yourself from the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays is imperative year-round - especially if you plan to spend time outdoors skiing, snowboarding or engaging in another cold-weather sport.
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Thu, Dec 19th 2024 10:05 am
The college football landscape has changed dramatically in recent years. Conference realignments and name, image and likeness (NIL) deals have transformed a sport once steeped in tradition into something far less recognizable.
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Wed, Dec 18th 2024 07:05 pm
With the onset of winter and colder temperatures, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar reminds ice anglers to be safe when venturing onto the ice this season, especially given recent variations in weather conditions.
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Mon, Dec 9th 2024 05:35 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced there will be four lifeguard exams scheduled in the Niagara Region for the 2025 season.
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Fri, Nov 29th 2024 07:00 am
New York Power Authority fishing facilities, including the fishing pier, shoreline stairway and lower parking area at the base of the New York Power Authority's Robert Moses Niagara Power Plant, will close for the season at dusk Sunday, Dec. 1. The fishing pier near the Upper Mountain Fire Co., at the Lewiston Reservoir, at the water intakes along the upper Niagara River, will also close for the season.
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Fri, Nov 29th 2024 07:00 am
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is reminding snowmobilers to ride responsibly and put safety first as they enjoy outstanding snowmobiling opportunities.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2024 12:00 pm
Project Future Center WNY, a martial arts school located in Wheatfield, announced it is the recipient of $2,500 in funding from Niagara County Legislator Jesse Gooch.
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Fri, Nov 22nd 2024 09:10 am
As our warmer-than-normal temperatures continue in November, I am definitely enjoying being outside minus several layers of clothing. A good layering system would keep you comfortable against all the chill a normal fall day throws at us. What effect does the elongated summer-like weather have on the fish and other creatures I often wonder?
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Thu, Oct 31st 2024 11:55 am
Niagara County Public Works Commissioner Garret Meal announced the Niagara County Golf Course is now closed for the season.
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Thu, Oct 31st 2024 10:30 am
New York State's Responsible Play Partnership (RPP) - the New York State Gaming Commission, the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), and the New York Council on Problem Gambling (NYCPG) - announced significant collaborative measures to prevent problem gambling.
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Wed, Oct 23rd 2024 08:40 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced a new trail etiquette initiative launching to ensure public safety on the agency's over 2,000 miles of trails statewide, including the 750-mile Empire State Trail and the many locally managed trails it encompasses.
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Mon, Oct 21st 2024 05:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced New York state landmarks will be lit seafoam green and white on Oct. 21 to celebrate the New York Liberty winning the Women's National Basketball Association championship. The Liberty defeated the Minnesota Lynx in Game 5 of a best-of-five series to claim the team's first title in its 28-year history.
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Fri, Oct 11th 2024 10:30 am
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar announced a new state record for smallmouth bass was set on Sept. 22.
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Tue, Oct 8th 2024 07:40 pm
Project Play Western New York (WNY) is proud to announce the 25 coaches named to its annual Coaches Honor Roll and the 2024 Dick Gallagher Lifetime Service Award recipient.
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Fri, Oct 4th 2024 06:55 am
The calendar tells us it is fall. So, too, Mother Nature gives us signs such as the color of the leaves changing, shorter days, cooler nights and also the return of the Pacific salmon to their native tributaries.
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Thu, Oct 3rd 2024 07:15 pm
Some capital improvement projects are underway at the Niagara County Golf Course, but the course is still open to golfers as long as weather permits, according to Niagara County Legislator Rick Abbott. The county course is located on Davison Road in Lockport.
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Tue, Sep 24th 2024 10:30 am
A celebration of excellence for the 1974 Lewiston-Porter High School varsity football team will take place at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, at the high school athletics entrance on the Creek Road campus.
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Mon, Sep 23rd 2024 05:45 pm
Excitement had been building since the end of last year's school year, and over the summer at Cardinal O'Hara High School, as the $1 million restoration of the school's athletic complex reached its completion and dedication.
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Fri, Sep 20th 2024 07:00 am
The villages of Lewiston and Youngstown recreation departments are working in partnership to offer youth basketball for the winter of 2024-25.
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Fri, Sep 13th 2024 07:00 am
Lewiston-Porter High School junior Samantha Draper, a talented, multi-sport athlete who excels in lacrosse, was invited to play with the Team Australia in the Women's World Junior Lacrosse Championship, which took place in East Aurora. She was the second-youngest player on the team, and emerged as one of the top scorers throughout the tournament.
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Sun, Sep 8th 2024 11:10 pm
As I have stated before, we live for our summers here in Western New York. But in reality, we should live for every day.
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Fri, Sep 6th 2024 11:00 am
Thanks to an anonymous donor, more than 100 Lew-Port Youth Football players are receiving a safety upgrade for their helmets.
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Mon, Sep 2nd 2024 07:00 am
Congrats to the Cayuga Red for winning their second Big League Championship.
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Wed, Aug 28th 2024 01:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced Labor Day weekend will kick off with the addition of a new "Free Fishing Day" in New York for the 2024 season.
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Wed, Aug 21st 2024 04:00 pm
Erie County golf courses are experiencing a surge in attendance and rounds played, with the Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry reporting a 29% increase in total rounds played since 2018, and an increase of 64% in total golf pass sales over the same period.
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Fri, Aug 16th 2024 07:00 am
Editor's Note: The following is a personal recount of award-winning producer Misty Wells' recent visit to the Niagara Region to film for her show, which airs on the Discovery Channel. The Niagara episode premiered Sunday, Aug. 4.
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Tue, Aug 6th 2024 11:25 am
Anglers of all skill levels are invited to cast their lines in the 49th annual Greater Niagara Fish Odyssey, running from Aug. 16-25. The beloved fishing derby, showcasing the diverse angling opportunities in the Niagara Region, is still accepting registrations.
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Fri, Aug 2nd 2024 11:15 am
The Niagara Pioneer Strikers completed a successful season by winning the Buffalo & Western New York Junior Soccer League Division 1 championship. The team finished the season with an 8-2 record in the league, and an overall record of 11-4-2
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2024 02:15 pm
I feel as if I am repeating myself, but the Lake Ontario salmon bite is on fire! King salmon fishing is about as good as it gets.
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Wed, Jul 17th 2024 06:00 pm
The Niagara Pioneer Revolution won the under-16 boys division of Niagara Pioneer International Soccer Tournament.
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