Mon, Dec 19th 2022 02:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced the completion of Mount Aaron Village, a new $20.3 million affordable and supportive housing development in east Buffalo. The development features 59 apartments, including 18 for people who need supportive services to live independently.
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Mon, Dec 19th 2022 01:00 pm
The Salvation Army is joining forces across New York state to encourage people to consider donating $20 on the 20th of December as a last-minute push for the 2022 red kettle fundraiser. As of today, The Salvation Army Empire State Division has raised about 50% of their $3.75 million goal for their red kettles this year.
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Mon, Dec 19th 2022 12:55 pm
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.14, down 12 cents from one week ago. One year ago, the price was $3.31. The New York state average is $3.49, down 10 cents since last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.51.
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Mon, Dec 19th 2022 12:55 pm
Catholic Health and Catholic Medical Partners on Friday announced they reached a new agreement with Independent Health continuing the long-term relationship between the three organizations.
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Mon, Dec 19th 2022 12:55 pm
During Sunday's victory against the Miami Dolphins, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York and the Buffalo Bills announced Peaceprints of WNY as the "Highmark "Community Hero.
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Thu, Dec 15th 2022 07:50 pm
Aero recently gave away 400 turkey meals to families in Niagara Falls. This was sixth year in a row the company made such a donation.
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Wed, Dec 14th 2022 04:25 pm
Women United of Greater Niagara's annual personal hygiene drive has wrapped up for the year. On Wednesday, Woman United volunteers gathered at the United Way office in Sanborn to separate and sort the estimated $5,000 of donated products for distribution to the nine local nonprofit agencies the drive supports.
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Wed, Dec 14th 2022 04:25 pm
Tops Friendly Markets announced the winner of its 2022 free gas and grocery campaign: Andrea Tabbi of Hamburg (pictured with Stella).
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Wed, Dec 14th 2022 04:25 pm
Niagara Hospice announced the Hospice House expanded residential wing is now open to admit patients at 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport. After a year of construction, the six new residential patient suites bring the total at the facility to 16, the maximum allowed by New York.
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Tue, Dec 13th 2022 07:55 pm
On Wednesday, Dec. 14, Good Deeds Buffalo and the Red Cross of Western New York Pride Resource Group will host their semiannual "Blood is Blood" Gay Alliance blood drive at the American Red Cross of Western New York office at 786 Delaware Ave.
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Tue, Dec 13th 2022 03:45 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 63-year-old John M. Sauberan of Buffalo was sentenced Tuesday morning before Erie County Court Judge Sheila A. DiTullio. Sauberan received the maximum sentence of 25 years to life in prison.
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Mon, Dec 12th 2022 01:45 pm
Are you or a loved currently dealing with coronavirus or the aftereffects of COVID-19? Catholic Health is hosting a free monthly support group for survivors, loved ones and caregivers. The next session will be held from 4-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, at Kenmore Mercy Hospital, 2950 Elmwood Ave.
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Mon, Dec 12th 2022 01:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the New York State Board for Historic Preservation recommended adding 11 properties to the state and national registers of historic places.
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Mon, Dec 12th 2022 12:10 pm
Hey all you procrastinators: Get your family and friends something they will really love this Christmas - Buffalove! This Saturday, Dec. 17, shop local with close to 100 vendors and artisans and get last-minute Christmas shopping done at Buffalo RiverWorks.
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Mon, Dec 12th 2022 11:40 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.26, down 14 cents from one week ago. One year ago, the price was $3.33. The New York state average is $3.59, down 11 cents since last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.53.
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Fri, Dec 9th 2022 02:25 pm
The Niagara County Legislature honored the Royalton-Hartland School District chapter of the FFA at during its meeting this week. Members honored the students' success at the 95th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis, held this past October.
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Thu, Dec 8th 2022 06:40 pm
The Niagara County Legislature recognized local celebrity Marsha McWilson at a meeting earlier this week. She was lauded for her "outstanding contributions to the community."
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Wed, Dec 7th 2022 07:00 am
The Niagara County Historical Society will open the historic Col. William Bond/Jesse Hawley House to the public between 1 and 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, and Sunday, Dec. 18.
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Tue, Dec 6th 2022 04:20 pm
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski on Tuesday said the federal Department of Homeland Security is delaying enforcement of REAL ID requirements by 24 months, from May 3, 2023, to May 7, 2025. At that time, one will need a REAL ID to board any domestic flights, enter a military base and access certain federal facilities.
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Mon, Dec 5th 2022 04:15 pm
The REACH (Restorative Environments Allowing Children Hope) division of Community Missions provides a safe haven for neglected, abused and troubled youth and young adults ages 7-24 in Niagara County and other neighboring counties.
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Mon, Dec 5th 2022 04:15 pm
More than 1,000 individuals, students and sponsors raised a record-setting $450,000 for Special Olympics New York over the weekend by running into the freezing waters of Lake Erie. The 2022 Buffalo Polar Plunge was held Friday, Dec. 2, and Saturday, Dec. 3, at Woodlawn Beach State Park.
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Mon, Dec 5th 2022 01:25 pm
Imagine this: A few years from now you will reminisce. You might tell stories of times when you explored, swam and fished the shores of Lake Ontario or Lake Erie, and your children ask: "Why can't I swim in the lake? Why can't we eat the fish we caught?"
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Mon, Dec 5th 2022 11:25 am
Victims of New York severe winter storm and snowstorm beginning Nov. 18, 2022, now have until March 15, 2023, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced Friday.
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Mon, Dec 5th 2022 10:25 am
Jingle Falls USA will wrap up for 2022 on Saturday, Dec. 10. In addition to the family-friendly activities on Old Falls Street earlier in the day, a "SantaCon Bar Crawl" will take place in the downtown corridor from 4-10 p.m.
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Fri, Dec 2nd 2022 04:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies issued a record 3,062 tickets from April 1 to Nov. 17 as part of Operation Hardhat.
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Wed, Nov 30th 2022 09:55 pm
Mayor Byron Brown on Tuesday joined American Medical Response at the graduation of 13 new emergency medical technicians. The EMTs are graduates of AMR's award-winning "Earn While You Learn" program. This graduating group was the first that included a formal class on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), which was taught by Buffalo's chief diversity officer, Chantele Thompson.
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Wed, Nov 30th 2022 09:55 pm
Community-based behavioral health organization BestSelf Behavioral Health has partnered with Park Edge Sweet Shoppe for its third annual "Warm Hearts" promotion to benefit the Child Advocacy Center at BestSelf (CAC).
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Wed, Nov 30th 2022 07:00 am
As many gather for Thanksgiving celebrations with family and friends, the American Red Cross urges donors to shake up their holiday traditions and plan a time to give blood or platelets in the coming weeks.
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Tue, Nov 29th 2022 04:00 pm
On Tuesday, Empire State Development announced NOVAIR USA, a leading manufacturer of on-site gas production systems, plans to add 12 jobs and invest more than $1 million in its North Tonawanda plant. The investment will be used to expand operations and develop new products.
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Tue, Nov 29th 2022 04:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced nearly $45 million in grant awards through the New York State Council on the Arts.
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Tue, Nov 29th 2022 03:20 pm
The resort will host its annual holiday tree-lighting starting at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30. Santa Claus will be on the scene, and he will have plenty of special helpers, including NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly, along with Billy Buffalo and other guests.
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Tue, Nov 29th 2022 03:20 pm
The holiday season can be difficult at times. For those who have lost a loved one to the coronavirus, these first holidays without them can be especially heartbreaking.
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Tue, Nov 29th 2022 12:55 pm
The Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour presented by Jersey Mike's Subs is coming with game like never before! Your favorite Globetrotter stars are bringing out their amazing basketball skill, outrageous athleticism and a non-stop LOL good time. Join the Globetrotters as they go head-to-head against the Washington Generals who will stop at nothing to try and defeat the world's winningest team!
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Tue, Nov 29th 2022 12:55 pm
'Tis the season of giving and the Ladies of Charity elves at Catholic Charities Santa's Workshop are seeking donations, recipients and volunteers to help brighten the holidays for children in need throughout Western New York.
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Tue, Nov 29th 2022 12:55 pm
Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino will join Niagara County Legislator Chris Voccio at "Coffee with Chris" at 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 10.
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Mon, Nov 28th 2022 07:00 am
Diamonds in the Ruff animal rescue will hold a vendor fair/basket raffle from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, at the Main-Transit firehall, 6777 Main St., Williamsville. Event includes 20 local artisans selling holiday items, dog apparel, Buffalo Bills items and much more. Basket raffle incudes high-end items. Raffle ticket sales close at 3 p.m.
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Fri, Nov 25th 2022 07:00 am
Riders from across upstate New York will reunite for the 2023 American Diabetes Association (ADA) Tour de Cure next June. The ADA has announced that two full-scale, in-person events are scheduled, based on enthusiasm from current and projected participants.
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Fri, Nov 25th 2022 07:00 am
You might not think that the beginning of November is too early for holiday music, but is setting up the Christmas tree that early a little too soon? One Western New York couple thinks it's never too early to deck the halls if it's for a good cause.
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Fri, Nov 25th 2022 07:00 am
The Lockport Ward of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced a "Messiah Sing-in," a new Christmas event for the local area. The event comprises a select group of choruses and a couple of solos. It offers a way for singers and audience members to remember past personal performances or events, as well as a chance to raise their voices and "make a joyful noise to the Lord."
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Fri, Nov 25th 2022 07:00 am
The American Legion Band of the Tonawandas will perform a Christmas concert at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, at the Cardinal O'Hara High School Performing Arts Center, 39 O'Hara Road, Tonawanda.
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