Mon, Nov 17th 2025 04:30 pm
Erie County's need for affordable housing remains a chief concern of the Poloncarz administration, and the fourth-annual housing summit drew dozens of elected officials, affordable housing developers, members of local planning and zoning boards, and concerned citizens to the Rural Outreach Center in the Town of Aurora to discuss the issue and work together on solutions.
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Fri, Nov 14th 2025 08:45 am
The Niagara County Department of Health (NCDOH) confirms a case of rabies in a raccoon found in the Town of Lockport, with results received on Nov. 13.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
University Libraries at the University at Buffalo will present the PBS documentary "Poisoned Ground: The Tragedy at Love Canal" at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, in Capen 310 on the university's North Campus.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
The Kenan Center and Rustic Buffalo are partnering once again to present the annual "Holiday Sip & Shop," a three-day event taking place Friday, Nov. 14, through Sunday, Nov. 16, inside the Kenan Arena, 433 Locust St., Lockport.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation encouraged hunters to visit the Region 9 deer and bear check station on Route 16 in the town of Holland during the opening weekend of the regular big-game season.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2025 02:40 pm
Crisis Services remains committed to the needs of our community. Crisis Services recognizes locally and nationally reported deaths by suicide.
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Fri, Nov 7th 2025 04:55 pm
The holiday magic returns to downtown Niagara Falls this December, as Jingle Falls USA spreads festive cheer from Friday, Dec. 5, through Sunday, Dec. 7. This year marks an exciting new weekend for the beloved event, with many activities taking place indoors at the Niagara Falls Convention Center - making it the perfect way to celebrate the season, no matter the weather.
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Fri, Nov 7th 2025 09:25 am
Two University at Buffalo researchers have received a $3.019 million grant from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), part of the National Institutes of Health, to clinically test a novel intervention designed to reduce alcohol-involved sexual assault (AISA) risk for college women.
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Thu, Nov 6th 2025 06:20 pm
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Thu, Nov 6th 2025 06:20 pm
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Thu, Nov 6th 2025 02:35 pm
"Light the Way for Lucia," a fundraiser for Lucia Spiritosanto, will take place Sunday, Nov. 23, at the Evening Star, 8810 Niagara Falls Blvd., Niagara Falls. The event begins with a basket raffle at 1 p.m., and continues with all-ages music from 2-8 p.m. The benefit also will include food and a 50/50 drawing.
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Thu, Nov 6th 2025 08:00 am
The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo is accepting applications for the 2026 Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds competitive grant process.
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Thu, Nov 6th 2025 08:00 am
Start your holiday season with joy, laughter, and a plate full of the best pancakes in Niagara Falls! The Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club invites you to its first breakfast with Santa, featuring a delicious breakfast provided by Marketside Restaurant, crafts for kids and, of course, a special visit from Santa himself.
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Thu, Nov 6th 2025 08:00 am
The Buffalo AKG Art Museum announced an upcoming exhibition titled "Allan D'Arcangelo: Landscapes and Constellations," which will open in the museum's Hemicycle Gallery on Friday, Nov. 7, and will remain on view through April 26, 2026. The exhibition is curated by Zack Boehler, assistant curator, special projects, at the Buffalo AKG.
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Wed, Nov 5th 2025 11:00 am
Niagara Pride Inc., a leading nonprofit serving LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and families across Western New York, announced the distribution of 10,000 pairs of Bombas socks to 19 local agencies supporting homeless individuals and those in need throughout the region.
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Tue, Nov 4th 2025 01:35 pm
November is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month and Family Caregivers Month. To mark these events, the Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association is encouraging people to lend a helping hand to the nearly 12 million family members and friends across the country serving as dementia caregivers, including more than half a million caregivers in New York.
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Tue, Nov 4th 2025 01:35 pm
Niagara County Legislature Chairman Becky Wydysh announced today that the flagpole that carries the Niagara County and Purple Heart flags at the Niagara County Courthouse in Lockport has been illuminated green as part of "Operation Green Light for Veterans."
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Mon, Nov 3rd 2025 01:50 pm
After more than eight-and-a-half years of dedicated service to the Niagara Falls Water Board, Colleen Low Larkin has announced her decision to step down from her role as one of the board's five-member volunteer board of directors.
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Mon, Nov 3rd 2025 01:50 pm
The New York State Library, part of the New York State Education Department, has awarded Read to Succeed (RTS) a $49,000 grant to support Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age 5.
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Fri, Oct 31st 2025 10:10 am
Empire State Wrestling (ESW), Western New York's premier professional wrestling promotion, is excited to announce its upcoming event, "WrestleBash XV," taking place Friday, Nov. 21, at Buffalo RiverWorks. Doors for this action-packed night will open at 6 p.m., with the first bell scheduled for 7 p.m.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 07:20 pm
In response to the recent pause in SNAP benefits, Tops Friendly Markets is launching its 21st annual "Food 2 Families" campaign earlier than usual to help ensure that no one in the community goes hungry. The campaign, dedicated to assisting neighbors facing food insecurity, will provide critical support to FeedMore WNY and surrounding food pantries throughout the region during a time of increased need.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 07:20 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton reminds New Yorkers to hunt safely this season. She encourages all outdoor enthusiasts to respectfully share the woods and follow safety precautions.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
Thanks to a $23,000 grant provided by the New York State Department of Labor, People Inc. will train more than 60 direct support professionals (DSPs) on solutions-focused strategies and trauma-informed care.
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month and a time to raise awareness about the specialized, expert care Niagara Hospice provides in Niagara County. The nonprofit organization has provided hospice care to over 30,000 individuals and their families since 1988. In recognizing the month, the nonprofit organization is happy to announce plans for its longest-running fundraiser, "Cocktails & Cash."
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Thu, Oct 30th 2025 06:40 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens and the Niagara Frontier Orchid Society will host their popular biannual orchid show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9. The show will feature hundreds of exotic and award-winning orchids, expert orchid growers and sellers, and other orchid vendors.
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Tue, Oct 28th 2025 02:20 pm
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection and the address confidentiality program are reminding domestic violence survivors and victims about the resources available in this state to protect New Yorkers and end the cycle of violence at home.
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Mon, Oct 27th 2025 03:10 pm
The Niagara History Center will once again commemorate Veterans Day with a program for children ages 7 to 11, exploring the "History of Secret Military Communications." Participants will learn how the U.S. military secretly communicated during wartime from the American Revolution up through the 20th century conflicts.
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Mon, Oct 27th 2025 11:05 am
Niagara County Legislature Chair Rebecca Wydysh will join county legislators Chris Voccio and Chris McKimmie for "Coffee with Chris" at 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 1.
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Fri, Oct 24th 2025 06:15 pm
Orleans County Department of Social Services (DSS) Commissioner Holli Nenni and Niagara County DSS Commissioner Meghan Lutz today issued a joint statement to residents regarding the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) for the 2025-26 season:
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Fri, Oct 24th 2025 10:50 am
Lockport CARES invites the community to its annual dinner and a movie, registration-only fundraising event Thursday, Nov. 6, at the Historic Palace Theatre in Lockport. Doors open at 6 p.m.
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Fri, Oct 24th 2025 10:50 am
Tops Friendly Markets announced the company will once again offer military personnel and their immediate families an 11% discount off their grocery bill this Veterans Day.
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Thu, Oct 23rd 2025 02:25 pm
The Rural Schools Association (RSA) of New York State is inviting the community, school administrators, teachers and business members to attend a forum from 6-8 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Orleans/Niagara BOCES' Conference Center at 4124 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn. David Little, executive director of the RSA, will be the featured presenter.
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Thu, Oct 23rd 2025 02:25 pm
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are reminding customers to contact them immediately if they think they might have trouble paying their energy bills, due to the federal government shutdown or any other reason.
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Wed, Oct 22nd 2025 06:55 pm
Notice to interested voters in Niagara County from the election commissioners:
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Wed, Oct 22nd 2025 06:55 pm
The Niagara County Department of Public Works announced a section of Hartland Road in the Town of Somerset and Hartland that has been closed since early June will reopen to traffic the afternoon of Thursday, Oct. 23.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2025 04:45 pm
The Breast Cancer Network of WNY (BCN) will host its annual open house from 3-6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at its facility inside the United Way Building at 742 Delaware Ave. The event will focus on BCN's programs, breast cancer awareness, and early detection. It will also feature several exhibits and information from area cancer providers. The open house is free and will include refreshments.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2025 04:25 pm
The BISON Children's Scholarship Fund proudly announces its 2025 annual celebration luncheon to be held from noon to 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21 (doors open at 11:30 a.m.), at the Buffalo Convention Center. The board of directors, along with the chairs of the event, Kristin Bauer and Kellie Ulrich, invite you to attend and celebrate the achievements of BISON Fund students.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2025 04:25 pm
National Teen Driver Safety Week runs from Oct. 19-25. This is a perfect time for parents to talk with teen drivers about the importance of safety behind the wheel.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2025 04:25 pm
Oct. 18 is National Move Over Day, recognized on the third Saturday of October every year. Last year, New York's "Slow Down/Move Over" requirement expanded to include disabled vehicles that are parked on the shoulder of a controlled access highway or parkway, requiring drivers to exercise caution when approaching a disabled vehicle.
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Mon, Oct 13th 2025 05:45 pm
The Buffalo Wind Symphony will pay tribute to this nation's heroes with "Together We Rise," a powerful concert honoring veterans, active service members, and the spirit of unity that defines the community. The performance will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, at the Williamsville North High School Auditorium.
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