Wed, Dec 10th 2025 09:20 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton joined state and local officials to encourage New Yorkers to reduce the overuse of rock salt when possible, and "Don't Be Salty, New York."
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Wed, Dec 10th 2025 09:20 pm
Winter is soon to hit the Northeast, and promises to bring with it freezing temperatures and snow. As New Yorkers turn on their heat this winter and curl up next to their fireplaces, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY) wants to remind everyone to follow some simple tips when heating their homes this winter.
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Wed, Dec 10th 2025 09:20 pm
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is warning consumers about package thefts this holiday season, and sharing tips on how they can protect themselves from thieves trying to steal packages from their homes.
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Mon, Dec 8th 2025 02:40 pm
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Wed, Dec 3rd 2025 08:40 pm
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Tue, Dec 2nd 2025 07:55 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 Health Equity Innovation Award from Univera Healthcare. This annual funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations working to eliminate health disparities and improve health outcomes across Western New York.
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Mon, Dec 1st 2025 01:30 pm
In 2025, local volunteers became a lifeline for thousands of neighbors reeling from disasters in the 27-county footprint of the Western New York region. In total, more than 2,100 active local Red Cross volunteers contributed in excess of 117,000 hours of service to the communities served within the region.
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Mon, Dec 1st 2025 01:25 pm
At approximately 11:55 p.m. on Nov. 29, the Niagara County Sheriff's Office communications center received a call of a domestic disturbance at 368 Lockport St., Youngstown.
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Mon, Dec 1st 2025 12:45 pm
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week is Dec. 1-5, 2025. The annual campaign promotes the importance of mobility and transportation to ensure older adults remain active in their community while staying safe behind the wheel.
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Mon, Dec 1st 2025 12:45 pm
In recognition of Older Driver Safety Awareness Week taking place Dec. 1-5, the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and New York State Department of Motor Vehicles offer tips and resources for older drivers, their families and caregivers.
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Mon, Dec 1st 2025 12:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New Yorkers can now begin applying for heating assistance through the Home Energy Assistance Program to help defray the high cost of heating their homes during the winter. The program, known as HEAP, can provide up to $996 to eligible households, depending on how they heat their home.
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Mon, Dec 1st 2025 12:45 pm
As we enter the holiday shopping season, the Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is reminding New Yorkers shopping online to remain vigilant about scams and the overall safety of the products we purchase.
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Wed, Nov 26th 2025 10:50 am
While the holidays are typically a time of joy and cheer, preparing for them can be stressful and overwhelming. This year, there is added pressure with Thanksgiving falling later on the calendar providing less than four weeks for holiday shopping until Christmas.
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Wed, Nov 26th 2025 10:50 am
Food is a big part of holiday fun, but festivities can take your attention away from cooking and lead to fires. Cooking fires are the No. 1 cause of home fires and injuries. With guests gathering for Thanksgiving, the chance of a mishap increases. In fact, more cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving than any other day of the year!
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Tue, Nov 25th 2025 08:40 pm
The Town of Lewiston had a productive session Monday, with plans for a public hearing on Dec. 8 to approve a six-month moratorium on special use variances and permits, and updates on the Morgan Farms sewer testing project among the newsmakers.
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Tue, Nov 25th 2025 04:25 pm
"The New York State Department of Transportation has been working diligently to expedite the safe, partial reopening of the bridge carrying Interstate 190 southbound over Niagara Falls Boulevard in the City of Niagara Falls, Niagara County."
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Tue, Nov 25th 2025 11:05 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 8.2 million checks have now been mailed to eligible New Yorkers under the state's first-ever inflation refund check program.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2025 10:10 am
The Buffalo Sabres announced the team will partner with Child and Family Services for the return of the "Sabres Holiday Angels" program presented by AMR. The adopt-a-family program allows Sabres fans to support their neighbors in need this holiday season.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2025 10:10 am
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are urging customers to prepare for winter weather, and are offering practical tips to stay safe and warm this season.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2025 08:50 am
Two Timberberlink Drive residents spoke out in favor of a buffer zone between their homes and the planned Golfview subdivision. The project is a mixed-use housing development at Whitehaven and East River roads.
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Fri, Nov 21st 2025 08:45 am
What does Thanksgiving mean to you? Being kind? Being thankful?
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Wed, Nov 19th 2025 08:45 am
Niagara University is proud to announce a historic and transformative gift that will elevate the experience and success of its pre-law students.
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Mon, Nov 17th 2025 04:30 pm
As the 2025-26 flu season begins, the Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) is urging all residents ages 6 months and older to get their annual flu vaccine.
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Mon, Nov 17th 2025 04:30 pm
Every start to the winter season, we make the same promise, "This year will be different." This year, we'll be ready for whatever blizzard Mother Nature sends our way.
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Mon, Nov 17th 2025 04:30 pm
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Mon, Nov 17th 2025 04:30 pm
The Western New York Coalition for the Homeless' Code Blue Collaborative recently announced the start of this year's Code Blue initiative, and introduced a new lead agency, The Buffalo City Mission.
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Fri, Nov 14th 2025 07:00 am
The Lewiston Town Board heard updates on sewer studies in Morgan Farms during its Monday work session.
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Thu, Nov 13th 2025 01:35 pm
Highmark has announced the launch of "(un)Hungry," an annual community movement to address food insecurity during the holidays. With planning that began more than a year ago, the campaign represents a continuation of Highmark's deep and long-standing commitment to improving food insecurity across Pennsylvania, Delaware, West Virginia and New York.
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Thu, Nov 13th 2025 01:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced an emergency investment of nearly $550,000 in assistance for SUNY community college food pantries and related efforts to help campuses address the ongoing food insecurity crisis as a result of the federal government shutdown.
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Wed, Nov 12th 2025 09:10 am
Shea's Performing Arts Center and FeedMore WNY are partnering to fight hunger across the community through the "Wicked For Good" food drive, inspired by the hit Broadway musical sensation "Wicked."
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Mon, Nov 10th 2025 04:15 pm
The Western and Central New York region is experiencing an early dose of wintry weather, and AAA has tips to keep everyone safe on the roads.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2025 04:15 pm
The state of New York has informed the Erie County Department of Social Services (ECDSS) this morning that the issuance of SNAP EBT benefits began Sunday, and will continue through next Monday, with 96% of SNAP households in Erie County receiving 100% of their authorized benefits.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
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Fri, Nov 7th 2025 04:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the last statewide "Free Fishing Day" of 2025 will occur Tuesday, Nov. 11, to mark Veterans Day and honor those who defended and protected this nation's democracy and freedoms. On "Free Fishing Day," New York waives the fishing license requirement for freshwater fishing in state waters.
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Fri, Nov 7th 2025 09:25 am
On Nov. 6, the Niagara Falls Police crash investigation unit responded to the intersection of Portage Road and Osborne Court to process the scene of a two-car accident with injuries.
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Fri, Nov 7th 2025 07:00 am
The following is a list of submitted events recognizing Veterans Day:
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Tue, Nov 4th 2025 01:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a major affordability win for millions of New Yorkers: $151 million in energy bill savings in 2026 as a result of the state's zero-emissions credits (ZEC) program, with the potential for additional savings in future years depending on market conditions.
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Tue, Nov 4th 2025 01:35 pm
Skip Wardynski, third-generation owner of the 106-year-old F. Wardynski & Sons, has come up with a "WNY CHALLENGE" to help allay the concerns of friends and neighbors who might be food-insecure as a result of the current government shutdown and the uncertainty of SNAP funds and food stamps.
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Tue, Nov 4th 2025 01:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York's annual statewide holiday donation drive to benefit families in need across New York is underway as of Saturday, Nov. 1.
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Mon, Nov 3rd 2025 01:50 pm
New York drivers need to buckle up this fall and watch for animals on the roads. Animal-related collisions are one of most common contributing factors in crashes in New York, after driver inattention/distraction, passing/lane changing/improper use, following too closely, and failure to yield right-of-way. Fall is the season when drivers are encouraged to be most cautious!
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