Mon, Apr 14th 2025 12:35 pm
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are urging customers to find relief for unpaid bills for their electricity and/or gas service. The winter restrictions on service disconnections have ended, meaning customers with a financial need for help with unpaid bills should act now to keep their service on.
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Mon, Apr 14th 2025 12:35 pm
On Thursday, April 10, American Red Cross of Western New York leadership gained the support of New York State Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes and Buffalo Fire Commissioner William Renaldo in announcing an aggressive campaign to reduce the risk of home fires through the "Sound the Alarm" campaign.
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Mon, Apr 14th 2025 12:15 pm
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Mon, Apr 14th 2025 12:10 pm
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and state and local law enforcement are working to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving, the leading cause of accidents in New York state.
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Mon, Apr 14th 2025 12:10 pm
On Saturday, New York State Sen. Sean Ryan announced he secured a $1 million capital grant to fund a renovation project at the Buffalo Irish Center. Ryan announced the funding at a special celebration that featured music from Buffalo's Emerald Isle Band, a performance by students from the Rince na Tiarna Irish Dance School, and a poetry reading by Keelie Sheridan of the Irish Classical Theatre Co.
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Mon, Apr 14th 2025 12:10 pm
The best homemade sausage makers in Western New York competed during the 11th Buffalo's Best Kielbasa contest at Potts Banquet Hall. In addition to the contest, attendees enjoyed live music from Captain Tom & The Hooligans and food from Potts Deli & Grille.
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Fri, Apr 11th 2025 07:35 pm
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Wed, Apr 9th 2025 07:05 pm
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski today said the Niagara County Department of Motor Vehicles offices in Lockport, Niagara Falls and North Tonawanda will have Saturday hours on April 12 and 26 for the limited purpose of processing driver's license transactions related to the implementation of REAL ID. The offices will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on those dates, but you must be in line by 12:30 p.m. to have your transaction processed.
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Tue, Apr 8th 2025 02:55 pm
Women United of Greater Niagara announces its annual baby supply drive, Bundles, which aims to provide vital resources to families in need. This year, the drive will benefit Pinnacle Community Services and the YWCA of Niagara Frontier, two organizations dedicated to supporting women, children and families in the community.
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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 02:15 pm
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski was joined by other county clerks from Western New York to recognize April "Donate Life Month" at a press event last Wednesday at Niagara Falls International Airport.
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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 01:50 pm
Today, the Hispanic Women's League is excited to kick off the sixth year of its financial wellness program, a free event designed to empower the community with essential financial knowledge. This ongoing initiative provides valuable resources on personal finance and financial literacy. This series is an opportunity for community members to gain insights into managing their finances, building credit, and preparing for homeownership. The event is open to all.
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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 01:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the state is moving forward with plans to bring Great Lakes cruises to Buffalo. A request for proposals was issued today by the state's Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. seeking proposals to design, develop and create a new cruise terminal to support Great Lakes cruise operations at Slip 2 on the Outer Harbor.
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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 01:00 pm
The City of North Tonawanda officially recognized retired Department of Public Works Superintendent Mark Zellner with a proclamation honoring his 36 years of dedicated service to the city. The presentation took place during his retirement celebration.
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Mon, Apr 7th 2025 12:55 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Niagara River Greenway Standing Committee has canceled its April 9 meeting due to lack of business.
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Thu, Apr 3rd 2025 10:15 am
The University at Buffalo Center for the Arts (UBCFA) presents legendary jazz artist Herbie Hancock at 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2.
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Thu, Apr 3rd 2025 10:10 am
Eight Days of Hope - Buffalo 2025 is taking place this July, serving the Niagara District in Buffalo. This year, an estimated 1,500 volunteers from across Western New York and the U.S. will come together to serve 100 families in the Niagara District with free home repairs.
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Tue, Apr 1st 2025 09:10 am
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball announced New York organizations may now apply for the latest round of the FreshConnect CSA for SNAP program.
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Mon, Mar 31st 2025 04:30 pm
Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced Mushagdusa R. Nankumba, 22, of Buffalo, was sentenced this morning before Erie County Court Judge Susan Eagan.
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Mon, Mar 31st 2025 10:40 am
The Buffalo-Niagara regional board of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB), located in Buffalo, announced its participation in NAREB's second annual Building Black Wealth Day homeownership, building wealth, and commemorating the 57th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act.
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Fri, Mar 28th 2025 11:25 am
April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day, which is a day set aside to educate and empower individuals to discuss and document their end-of-life health care wishes. Niagara Hospice invites the community to attend the free presentation, "Advance Care Planning: Advance Directives for Health Care."
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Fri, Mar 28th 2025 11:25 am
Empire State Wrestling will return to Medina on Saturday, April 26, with "Spring Smash 3" at Medina High School.
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Tue, Mar 25th 2025 02:50 pm
The New York Power Authority, New York State Canal Corp. and WMHT Public Media announced the launch of a robust, multi-platform, multimedia initiative to commemorate the Erie Canal's bicentennial, which is taking place this year.
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Tue, Mar 25th 2025 09:10 am
The annual Risk tournament and raffle for Lockport New Beginnings is coming to the Casual Dragon Games on Saturday, April 5, starting at 10 a.m., with $6,000 in prizes to be raffled off and over $500 in prizes for the tournament final table. All proceeds will go to Lockport New Beginnings.
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Tue, Mar 25th 2025 09:10 am
The West Herr Riviera Theatre proudly announces Cinderella's Tom Keifer Band with special guests Close Enemies, performing live at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2.
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Tue, Mar 25th 2025 09:10 am
The Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival & Highland Games is proud to announce the Ceilidh and Finalé bands for the 2025 event.
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Mon, Mar 24th 2025 09:05 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance encourages taxpayers to know their rights when hiring a tax preparer. New York state's consumer bill of rights regarding tax preparers establishes standards to help protect the public from dishonest tax preparers.
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Mon, Mar 24th 2025 04:15 pm
The Western New York Power Proceeds Allocation Board will meet at 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 1, at the visitors center for the New York Power Authority's (NYPA) Niagara Power Project, 5777 Lewiston Road, Lewiston.
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Mon, Mar 24th 2025 04:10 pm
Niagara County Legislator Shawn Foti on Monday reminded residents the county has begun accepting reservations for picnic shelters in county parks for this summer - and reservations are filling up. The county operates five parks: Krull, Oppenheim, Royalton Ravine, West Canal Marina and Burmaster at Bond Lake.
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Mon, Mar 24th 2025 07:00 am
Each year in April, my office is proud to join Donate Life New York State (NYS) in celebrating National Donate Life Month. This initiative aims to raise awareness about the lifesaving benefits of organ, eye and tissue donation, and to honor those who have helped save lives through their generous gifts.
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Fri, Mar 21st 2025 10:50 am
U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced Thursday that John L. Hutchins, 71, of Lewiston, pleaded guilty before Judge Meredith A. Vacca to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and bank fraud, which carry a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison and a $1,000,000 fine.
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Thu, Mar 20th 2025 12:15 pm
HOPE Day, the annual 24-hour match challenge day of giving, brought in a record total of $516,124 in support of Appeal 2025 to benefit Catholic Charities of Buffalo and the "Fund for the Faith." This total included $111,000 in matching funds from OneBridge Benefits, EnergyMark LLC, Tops Friendly Markets, Uniland Development Co., Catholic Health, Abbey Mecca and Independent Health. HOPE Day 2025 was held March 19.
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Thu, Mar 20th 2025 11:50 am
The New York Power Authority and Northland Workforce Training Center on Wednesday celebrated the launch of a new automotive technician program designed to narrow the skill gap for local labor trained in the auto industry.
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Thu, Mar 20th 2025 11:50 am
The Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park will open for its 46th season on Saturday, March 22, with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:30 a.m. Joining the Naval Park for the ribbon-cutting will be Little Rock veteran Paul Enser, who will be honored as the first official visitor of the season.
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Thu, Mar 20th 2025 07:00 am
On Friday, March 21, aka World Down Syndrome Day, GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Center will partner with many of the region's iconic buildings and attractions to shine a yellow and blue light on WNY.
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Wed, Mar 19th 2025 08:40 pm
Erie County, in partnership with the Western New York Stormwater Coalition, is once again offering rain barrels and compost bins to encourage households to reduce their environmental footprint through water conservation and reducing fertilizer use.
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Wed, Mar 19th 2025 08:35 pm
The Niagara History Center will present a series of free public lectures for the Erie Canal bicentennial at the Historic Palace Theater in April. The programs will explore the canal's rich history, its complex legacy, and its evolving role in today's society.
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Tue, Mar 18th 2025 05:45 pm
The internationally acclaimed Verona Quartet will take the stage at Lippes Concert Hall in Slee Hall at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 27, as part of concert IV of the prestigious Slee Beethoven String Quartet Cycle.
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Tue, Mar 18th 2025 07:00 am
The Niagara County Department of Health Nursing Division, in partnership with the Niagara County Office for the Aging, is offering a free diabetes self-management workshop. The workshop will meet one day a week, on Thursdays from 1-3:30 p.m., for six weeks (April 24 through May 29) at the Calvin Richards Senior Center, 7000 Joe Rotella Way, Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Mar 17th 2025 04:55 pm
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Mon, Mar 17th 2025 10:50 am
The American Red Cross of Western New York is issuing a call to help ensure no one faces a disaster alone by donating on Red Cross Giving Day, March 26.
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