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YMCA Turkey Trot packet pick-up begins Monday for 128th annual event
Fri, Nov 17th 2023 03:00 pm
Trotters participating in the 128th annual YMCA Turkey Trot can begin to pick up their prerace packets Monday, Nov. 20, at the Independent Health Family YMCA, located at 150 Tech Drive, Amherst.
Hochul announces availability of $5 million small business grants in downtown Niagara Falls
Fri, Nov 17th 2023 02:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced applications are available for the Niagara Falls Small Business Property Improvement Program. The $5 million initiative will provide grants of up to 50% of total project costs, up to $100,000 per property, to eligible small businesses to foster revitalization of traditional mixed-use business districts.
National Grange to offer COVID and influenza vaccination clinic on Thursday
Tue, Nov 14th 2023 03:35 pm
The National Grange, the U.S.' oldest agricultural fraternity and rural service organization, opened its 157th annual conference and legislative session in Niagara Falls on Tuesday.
Sabres, Wegmans, Audacy partner for 'Turkeys For Tickets' drive
Tue, Nov 14th 2023 02:10 pm
The Buffalo Sabres announced the team will partner with Wegmans and Audacy for a Thanksgiving turkey drive on Thursday, Nov. 16, to benefit the Buffalo City Mission and FeedMore WNY. The event will take place from 7-9 a.m. in the following locations:
Niagara Gospel Mission to hand out over 1,000 meals to people in need
Tue, Nov 14th 2023 02:10 pm
Niagara Gospel Mission, at 1317 Portage Road in Niagara Falls, will hand out over 1,000 meals to the people in need in the City of Niagara Falls.
Aero Transportation and Bridge Niagara Foundation gear up for largest turkey giveaway yet
Tue, Nov 14th 2023 02:10 pm
Aero Transportation and Bridge Niagara Foundation announced the final countdown to their seventh annual turkey giveaway - set to take place Friday at Bloneva Bond Primary School.
Heart, Love & Soul to receives $100,000
Mon, Nov 13th 2023 04:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced more than $57 million has been awarded to support 238 projects across New York through the Regional Economic Development Council initiative. Round XIII included Empire State Development grant funds and Excelsior Jobs Program tax credits, which was made available on a continuous and competitive basis to support the immediate needs of communities.
ECHDC board approves measures 'to improve and maintain buffalo's thriving waterfront'
Mon, Nov 13th 2023 01:45 pm
The Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. (ECHDC) board of directors met Monday to approve several items its said represent Gov. Kathy Hochul's vision for the continued revitalization and maintenance of the Buffalo waterfront. The board endorsed three contracts for the management of the public space, facilities and grounds "to enrich the programs for families to enjoy at both Canalside and the Outer Harbor."
City of Niagara Falls seeks input for its local waterfront revitalization program
Mon, Nov 13th 2023 11:15 am
The City of Niagara Falls wants to hear from you!
New York State Department of Labor highlights available services in honor of veterans Day
Mon, Nov 13th 2023 09:35 am
To commemorate Veterans Day, the New York State Department of Labor reminds veterans statewide that the agency offers a wide variety of services designed specifically to help them find a new career path.
Crash Responder Safety Week: AAA reminds drivers to 'Slow Down, Move Over'
Mon, Nov 13th 2023 07:00 am
Crash Responder Safety Week is being recognized Nov. 13-17. AAA Western and Central New York reminds drivers to help protect workers and emergency personnel along roadways by following the "Slow Down, Move Over" law.
Tops Friendly Markets launches 19th annual 'Food 2 Families' campaign
Fri, Nov 10th 2023 03:30 pm
Tops Friendly Markets is again hosting its "Food 2 Families" campaign. Now in its 19th year, the program's goal is to provide more than 2 million meals for neighbors in need.
Weathering Lake Erie seiche events and shoreline winter preparedness
Thu, Nov 9th 2023 03:15 pm
The western shore of New York state from Buffalo to the Pennsylvania border is impacted by seiche (pronounced saysh) events. Seiches are the result of wind blowing a sizeable standing wave across Lake Erie and onto the shoreline, causing flooding, rapid and intense erosion, deposition of sand and debris, potential hazardous conditions, such as rip currents, and risk to life.
Friends of Knox Farm State Park to host 2024 total solar eclipse celebration
Wed, Nov 8th 2023 05:20 pm
The Friends of Knox Farm State Park will host a 2024 total solar eclipse celebration from noon to 6 p.m. Monday, April 8, at the historic stables area in Knox Farm State Park. The event is in celebration of what Almanac.com predicts will be "the most-watched celestial event in our lifetime."
Buffalo SOUP returns Nov. 16 with event at Resurgence Brewing Co.
Wed, Nov 8th 2023 05:15 pm
Buffalo SOUP is back with another crowdfunding event scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Nov. 16 at Resurgence Brewing Co., 55 Chicago St., Buffalo.
FeedMore WNY Foundation's holiday wreath and centerpiece sale returns to benefit neighbors experiencing food insecurity
Tue, Nov 7th 2023 02:35 pm
Community members can decorate for the holiday season while supporting their neighbors experiencing food insecurity by participating in the FeedMore WNY Foundation's holiday wreath and centerpiece fundraiser in partnership with Lavocat's Family Greenhouse and Nursery.
The National Grange sets Niagara Falls conference
Tue, Nov 7th 2023 02:15 pm
The National Grange, the United States' oldest agricultural fraternity and rural service organization, will hold its 157th annual conference and legislative session at the Niagara Falls Convention Center from Nov. 14-18.
Ed Honeck Night-Life Music Awards to benefit WNY Drummers For Homeless People
Tue, Nov 7th 2023 02:15 pm
The Ed Honeck Night-Life Music Awards will be held Thursday, Nov. 9, at The Cove Seafood and Banquets, 4701 Transit Road, Depew. Doors will open at 6 p.m., with the show starting at 7 p.m. General admission is $15 presale or $20 at the door, the night of the awards show.
Homeless veterans can find shelter and stability at Niagara Gospel Mission on Veterans Day
Tue, Nov 7th 2023 02:15 pm
Whether you observe Veterans Day on Friday, Nov. 10, or on the official date, Nov. 11, the holiday is "a celebration to honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good," according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Former political party chairman pleads guilty for sexually abusing child
Mon, Nov 6th 2023 04:45 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 63-year-old Gerald Steven Pigeon, also known as Steve Pigeon, of Niagara Falls, pleaded guilty this afternoon before State Supreme Court Justice M. William Boller to one count of sexual abuse in the first degree (class "D" violent felony). The defendant pleaded guilty to the charge ahead of a jury trial that was scheduled to begin next month.
Destination Niagara ornament benefits Niagara Falls Fire Department Toy Fund
Mon, Nov 6th 2023 02:35 pm
Now in its 95th year, the Niagara Falls Fire Department Toy Fund is an annual tradition to raise money for the purpose of providing Christmas toys for those in need. In an effort to support this cause, Destination Niagara USA has designed a new commemorative ornament for 2023 with 100% of the profits benefitting the toy fund.
Teaming up for a healthier community: CycleNation, Hands-Only CPR demonstrations help fight stroke, heart disease
Mon, Nov 6th 2023 02:35 pm
From stroke to heart disease, hundreds of people came together to help create a healthier community at the American Heart Association's CycleNation event Sunday at ADPRO Sports Training Center.
YMCA Turkey Trot price increases this Saturday
Mon, Nov 6th 2023 02:35 pm
Current pricing for the 128th annual YMCA Buffalo Niagara Turkey Trot ends Friday, Nov. 10. Starting Saturday, Nov. 11, the registration fee increases to $47 per entry until the race sells out.
Buffalo Zoo, Lincoln Park Zoo announce rhinoceros transfer
Fri, Nov 3rd 2023 01:35 pm
The Buffalo Zoo and Lincoln Park Zoo have announced the successful transfer of two rhinos between the two institutions.
Veterans One-stop Center to launch inaugural 'REBOOT' virtual fundraising event
Thu, Nov 2nd 2023 07:20 pm
The week of Nov. 6-11, the Veterans One-stop Center is hosting an inaugural virtual fundraiser called "REBOOT."
YMCA Buffalo Niagara, FeedMore WNY team up to help fight hunger
Thu, Nov 2nd 2023 07:15 pm
YMCA Buffalo Niagara is teaming up with FeedMore WNY to help fight hunger and food insecurity this holiday season.
International Institute of Buffalo rereleases winter storm prep information in more languages
Tue, Oct 31st 2023 01:40 pm
The International Institute of Buffalo (IIB) has updated and rereleased what it called "important lifesaving information" in many languages on its website "to help more people prepare for the coming winter weather." The URL is iibuffalo.org/snow.
DEC reminds outdoor enthusiasts to share the woods safely this season
Tue, Oct 31st 2023 01:10 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation encourages outdoor enthusiasts to respectfully share the woods and follow safety precautions this fall and winter.
Niagara County: Guilty verdict in murder case
Mon, Oct 30th 2023 03:30 pm
Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman announced a Niagara County jury returned a guilty verdict in the murder case against Shaquan Gibson, age 49, of Niagara Falls this morning.
Hamburg man sentenced for fatally shooting victim inside north Buffalo business
Mon, Oct 30th 2023 01:35 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 36-year-old Salvatore S. Rizzo of Hamburg was sentenced this morning before Erie County Court Judge James Bargnesi to 20 years to life in prison.
Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy appoints Catie Stephenson as new executive director
Mon, Oct 30th 2023 01:10 pm
The Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy board of trustees announced the appointment of Catie Stephenson as its new executive director.
Support available for New York state's Indigenous peoples to quit commercial tobacco
Mon, Oct 30th 2023 11:05 am
This November, during Native American Heritage Month, communities throughout New York state will celebrate the culture and traditions of Indigenous peoples. Yet, a disproportionate number of those from Native Nations experience adverse health resulting from commercial tobacco use. Specialists with the New York State Smokers' Quitline are ready to assist members of Native Nations and all who live throughout the state with free and confidential resources to quit.
Gas prices down across region; national average down 6 cents
Mon, Oct 30th 2023 11:05 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.49, down 6 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.76. The New York state average is $3.74, down 4 cents from a week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.81.
'LiveNF Makers Market' includes launch of scholarship
Mon, Oct 30th 2023 07:00 am
The "LiveNF Makers Market," presented by the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area, returns on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25, as part of Jingle Falls USA.
Photos: Mega meat & basket raffle benefits Francis Center
Sat, Oct 28th 2023 01:00 pm
Town of Niagara Active Hose was the scene of a mega meat and basket raffle to benefit Francis Center, a ministry of the Sisters of St. Francis at Stella Niagara. More than $3,000 worth of beef, pork, chicken and fish was up for grabs at the mid-October event, in addition to dozens of themed baskets.
Community can help 'Check Out Hunger' at Wegmans and Price Rite
Fri, Oct 27th 2023 03:20 pm
Western New Yorkers will be able to help alleviate food insecurity while shopping for groceries. Starting Oct. 28, Price Rite Marketplace and Wegmans Food Markets will be launching their "Check Out Hunger" campaigns, enabling customers to make a donation at the register to support FeedMore WNY.
State Police, local law enforcement to crackdown on impaired & reckless driving through Halloween
Fri, Oct 27th 2023 11:40 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced State Police and local law enforcement will be out in force through Halloween in order to crack down on impaired and reckless driving. The enforcement period begins Friday, Oct. 27, and runs through Tuesday, Oct. 31. It is funded by the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee.
Registration now open for household hazardous waste collection event in NT
Fri, Oct 27th 2023 11:40 am
Niagara County Legislator Randy Bradt announced registration is now open for the county's next household hazardous waste (HHW) collection event, which will be held Saturday, Nov. 4, in North Tonawanda. The county will also be offering paper shredding. The event is open to all Niagara County residents, but people must register in advance.
NFMMC: Hospital leading Niagara County in preparation for Medicaid doulas
Thu, Oct 26th 2023 08:30 pm
"Everyone should have a doula," noted one mother who birthed with a doula from the Every Woman & Child Counts project.
Jury finds gunman guilty for fatally shooting teen in city's Black Rock Neighborhood
Wed, Oct 25th 2023 05:55 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced a jury has found 21-year-old Javair D. Walker of Buffalo guilty of one count of murder in the second degree (class "A-I" felony) and one count of criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree (class "C" violent felony).
 

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