Thu, Oct 20th 2022 08:55 pm
Catholic Health is hosting a special career event for those interested in being a part of the health care team at the future Lockport Memorial Hospital - a campus of Mount St. Mary's Hospital. Two information sessions will be held: from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24; and from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at the New York Beer Project, 6933 Transit Road, Lockport.
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Thu, Oct 20th 2022 08:55 pm
The Tatler Club is hosting a fashion show at the historic Peter A. Porter Mansion, 6 Fourth St., Niagara Falls, at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 12.
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Thu, Oct 20th 2022 08:25 pm
Residents in the north towns who are caregivers for people living with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias can learn helpful communication strategies during a two-part series in Lockport run by the Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association. The caregiver series will take place from 10-11:30 a.m. Oct. 26 and Nov. 2 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 67 Saxton St.
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Wed, Oct 19th 2022 09:00 am
The Niagara County Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (NCDMH) has been awarded a $1.3 million grant from the federal Department of Justice to support its efforts in the battle against substance abuse and overdoses.
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Mon, Oct 17th 2022 03:45 pm
The Niagara Falls City Market will host what organizers hope will be the first annual "Artisan Day at the Market." This event is set for Friday, Oct. 21, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 779 E. Market St.
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Mon, Oct 17th 2022 03:45 pm
USA Niagara Development Corp. (USAN) announced 466 Third St., in Niagara Falls, is now complete, adding value to the Third Street business district, and providing new residential and commercial opportunities.
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Mon, Oct 17th 2022 10:50 am
More than 4,500 locations will open to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts for the Samaritan's Purse project. Volunteers are preparing to collect shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, Nov. 14-21.
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Mon, Oct 17th 2022 10:25 am
University at Buffalo Police continue to investigate the fatal stabbing that occurred at Moody Terrace roadway near Richmond Quad (Ellicott Complex) on north campus Friday evening.
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Mon, Oct 17th 2022 07:00 am
The Summit Federal Credit Union will sponsor the fifth Buffalo Wine and Chocolate Festival on Saturday, Nov. 12, at The Powerhouse, an historical, 22,000-square-foot space nestled in the heart of industrial Buffalo.
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Tue, Oct 11th 2022 02:50 pm
At 6:14 p.m. Monday, Niagara Falls Fire Department crews responded to a fire at Myles Scrap Yard at 5501 Lockport Road. Multiple vehicles on the southwest section of the yard were on fire. Because of the location, it took several hours to bring it under control, due to the difficulty getting equipment back to the area of the fire.
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Tue, Oct 11th 2022 02:30 pm
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Western New York (RMHC of WNY) announced the hiring of Krystina Burow as the new director of development. Burow brings to the organization more than 13 years of experience as a nonprofit executive in multiple facets of development, such as building relationships, strategic planning and fundraising events.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2022 12:40 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will host an on-the-spot hiring event for registered nurses from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, at Antonio's Banquet & Conference Center, 7708 Niagara Falls Blvd. Representatives from various departments of the medical center, including intensive care, behavioral health, emergency services, surgery and cardiology, will be on hand to provide information, accept applications, and conduct open interviews.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2022 12:40 pm
Canisius College will celebrate the formal installation of Steve K. Stoute as its 25th president during an inauguration ceremony at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, in the Koessler Athletic Center, located at the corner of Main Street and Delavan Avenue. A reception will immediately follow. Both the inauguration and reception are open to the public.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2022 12:00 pm
The Niagara County Central Rotary will present the annual "Car Corral and Auto Parts Swap Meet" from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, at Frontier Firehall, 2176 Liberty Drive, Niagara Falls. Admission is $5. Children under age 12 are admitted free.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2022 07:00 am
Special Olympics New York will once again take on the chilly waters of Lake Erie to raise funds and awareness for the local athletes of Special Olympics New York. The two-day "Buffalo Polar Plunge," presented by Towne Automotive Group, is designed to bring thousands together for one reason: inclusion.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2022 07:00 am
Linda Lee, vice president of the board of trustees of Cold Spring Cemetery, will present a program at the Lockport Palace Theater at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 17.
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Fri, Oct 7th 2022 05:15 pm
Niagara County is displaying the YWCA of the Niagara Frontier's domestic violence exhibit in the rotunda of the Niagara County Courthouse now through Oct. 14 as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The display features the stories of domestic violence victims - "Voices of a Survivor" - paired with black and white photos - "Visions of Strength."
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Fri, Oct 7th 2022 10:30 am
New York State Sen. Tim Kennedy joined GiGi's Playhouse Buffalo Executive Director Emily Mondschein on Thursday to celebrate the beginning of Down Syndrome Awareness Month by delivering $100,000 in state funding for the center.
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Thu, Oct 6th 2022 09:25 am
On Friday, Oct. 7, Black Achievers Inc. will honor 50 individuals when it hosts the 50th annual Black Achievers Awards Banquet.
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Wed, Oct 5th 2022 01:20 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation will host the second annual Indigenous Peoples' Day, with the raising of the Six Nations Wampum by the Niagara River Haudenosaunee Dancers. The event begins at 4:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7, at Terrapin Point at Niagara Falls State Park.
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Tue, Oct 4th 2022 04:05 pm
Niagara County will host a series of community meetings regarding Medicare choices for seniors in 2023, as well as other health care program options, according to Darlene DiCarlo, director of the Niagara County Office for the Aging. The annual Medicare enrollment period runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.
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Tue, Oct 4th 2022 02:35 pm
FeedMore WNY is calling on Western New Yorkers to take steps in the fight against hunger, and help provide meals to food-insecure neighbors. The 15th annual "Walk Off Hunger," presented by Evans Bank, will take place Saturday, Oct. 15, at River Fest Park, 249 Ohio St., Buffalo. Registration for the walk will begin at 10 a.m., with the walk kicking off at 11 a.m.
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Tue, Oct 4th 2022 02:35 pm
Becker Farms is partnering with Terry's Corners Volunteer Fire Co., Gasport Chemical Hose Co. and Hartland Volunteer Co. on Sunday, Oct. 30, "to offer a safe way for families to celebrate Halloween" with its trunk-or-treat event.
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Mon, Oct 3rd 2022 10:30 am
Niagara County Legislature Chairwoman Becky Wydysh and Legislator Rich Andres have graduated from the County Government Institute (CGI), a joint effort between the New York State Association of Counties and the Cornell University Community and Regional Development Institute.
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Mon, Oct 3rd 2022 09:30 am
Niagara County Legislator Chris Voccio will lead two fall foliage hikes along the Niagara River Gorge.
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Mon, Oct 3rd 2022 09:20 am
The Niagara County Historical Society will hold its annual Oktoberfest fundraiser from 6-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Cornell Cooperative Extension, 4487 Lake Ave., Lockport.
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Mon, Oct 3rd 2022 09:20 am
October is Car Care Month at AAA Western and Central New York! As the weather cools, AAA reminds motorists that completing a seasonal vehicle checkup can maintain safety and maximize efficiency throughout the fall and winter. Unfortunately, AAA research has found that 35% of drivers have skipped needed car maintenance or repair, and 65% of drivers did not have their battery tested before finding it dead.
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Mon, Oct 3rd 2022 07:00 am
The Child Advocacy Center of Niagara, a service of Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, and the Niagara County Family Violence Intervention Project, will host the 22nd annual "Safe at Home" conference for the first time since 2019.
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Mon, Oct 3rd 2022 07:00 am
The Friends of Thirty Mile Point Lighthouse present "Christmas at the Lighthouse." The free event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9, at Golden Hill State Park, 9691 Lower Lake Road, Barker.
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Fri, Sep 30th 2022 09:55 am
On Thursday, Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke of the Justice Department's civil rights division joined U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross for the Western District of New York to announce a new initiative to combat unlawful acts of hate in the Western District of New York.
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Thu, Sep 29th 2022 07:00 am
United Way of Greater Niagara held its annual awards breakfast and campaign kickoff on Friday, Sept. 23, at Niagara Riverside Resort, located at 7001 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls. Its annual campaign also officially began.
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Wed, Sep 28th 2022 10:55 am
Community Missions will present its 12th annual interfaith community prayer service for mental illness recovery and understanding at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 4. The service will be hosted by Niagara University at its new [email protected] property, home to the Levesque Institute for Civic Engagement and First Congregational United Church of Christ, 822 Cleveland Ave., Niagara Falls.
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Wed, Sep 28th 2022 10:50 am
Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John C. Williams will share his thoughts on the regional and national economy, as well as monetary policy, at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 7, in the Burchfield Penney Art Center Tower Auditorium on the SUNY Buffalo State campus.
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Tue, Sep 27th 2022 09:50 am
From Oct. 16 through Nov. 26, the Niagara Arts & Cultural Center will host "Native Voices" in the Kudela Gallery, and "Landscapes & Viewpoints" in the Townsend Gallery. Works are on display from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily at 1201 Pine Ave, Niagara Falls. An opening reception is set for 2 p.m. Oct. 16.
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Fri, Sep 23rd 2022 04:15 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins was joined Friday by New York State Parks Niagara Region Director Mark Mistretta to announce $2.5 million in new federal funding for investments in Niagara Falls State Park.
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Wed, Sep 21st 2022 07:00 am
ASPA Buffalo Niagara Chapter - the local chapter for the American Society for Public Administration - announced recipients of its third annual awards program, plus 2022-23 officers and board members, during its recent 2022 annual meeting.
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Tue, Sep 20th 2022 11:25 am
Niagara Area Habitat for Humanity recently celebrated its 30th Habitat home in Niagara County with a home dedication to celebrate the newest homeowners achieving their dream of homeownership.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 12:55 pm
The board of directors of United Way of Buffalo & Erie County recently announced Trina Burruss will be United Way of Buffalo & Erie County's next president and CEO. Burruss, who currently serves as the organization's chief operating officer, will begin her tenure upon current President and CEO Michael Weiner's retirement at the end of the year.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 12:50 pm
The Niagara Area Foundation (NAF), a geographic division of the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, continues to accept grant applications from nonprofit organizations for its 2022 grant cycle. Applications are due by 4 p.m. Oct. 14, and can be submitted online at www.TheNiagaraAreaFoundation.org.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 12:50 pm
Tops Friendly Markets has once again raised much-needed funds for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH). The fundraising campaign which officially kicked off Sunday, June 20, at all participating Tops Friendly Markets locations, ran through Saturday, July 3. In total Tops helped raise $288,419,000.
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