Thu, Jul 27th 2023 07:50 pm
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) has approved the first phase of funding for a $37.2 million unmanned aerial system (UAS) drone program to "roll out new inspection capabilities over the next five years and position the nation's largest state utility as an industry leader in robotic initiatives."
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Thu, Jul 27th 2023 04:05 pm
Heavy rains saturated the grounds at the Ransomville Speedway Wednesday night and into Thursday morning, forcing speedway management to cancel the July 27 racing program for the SANY New York/Burris Racing go-karts.
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Thu, Jul 27th 2023 07:00 am
Armaghan Raeour, D.O., from Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, will be available from 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1, in the Dr. Joyce E. Sirianni Education Center. Raeour will be on hand to answer questions regarding health challenges, medications and other health-related issues.
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Wed, Jul 26th 2023 06:20 pm
The Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will offer a free education program on recognizing and understanding Alzheimer's disease and dementia from 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1, at the Lewiston Public Library, 305 S. Eighth St.
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Tue, Jul 25th 2023 11:15 am
On a sunny afternoon in July, 10 Harley Davidson motorcycles rumbled onto Niagara University's campus as 18 visitors from Vietnam arrived on Monteagle Ridge to take a tour and meet with the Rev. James. J. Maher, C.M., Niagara's president.
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Mon, Jul 24th 2023 01:35 pm
Mount St. Mary's Hospital (MSMH) recently appointed Lindsay Gubala, B.S.N., R.N., to serve as the manager of the hospital's emergency department. She is a 20-year veteran of the hospital and holds a bachelor of science in nursing degree from Roberts Wesleyan College, and an associate degree in nursing from Niagara County Community College.
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Mon, Jul 24th 2023 07:00 am
MVP Health Care, Town of Porter and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) on Friday announced a partnership to bring an outdoor Fitness Court to Porter on the Lake. The Fitness Court, located at 3025 Dietz Road, will open at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 9, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
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Fri, Jul 21st 2023 11:00 am
The countdown is over: Sushi has arrived at DiMino's Lewiston Tops.
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Fri, Jul 21st 2023 11:00 am
The Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market will say goodbye to its founder, Jamie Symmonds, on Saturday. Having taken her idea and built it into a signature event at Academy Park, Symmonds said now is the right time to walk away - and she's confident her replacement, Rachel Jolbert, is the right person to move the merchants forward.
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Fri, Jul 21st 2023 11:00 am
Reconstruction work has ramped up at the Village of Lewiston's crown jewel, with the addition of Harvey Windows + Doors casements at the Frontier House.
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Fri, Jul 21st 2023 11:00 am
Not resting on the laurels of his recent work - the brand-new "Lewiston Landing" metal sign on North Water Street - Dan Buttery has again offered his creative talents to the municipality.
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Fri, Jul 21st 2023 07:00 am
Seven Lewiston and Youngstown artists invite readers to five locations in Lewiston and Youngstown from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Sunday, July 23. Participating artists include: Sarah Bonse, Janet Gillis, Michelle Marcotte, Carol Mathewson, Nina Randall, Kath Schifano and Anne Zohur.
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Fri, Jul 21st 2023 07:00 am
Last week, Niagara County Legislator Irene Myers visited with local tourism officials and historian interests from Youngstown and Ransomville to present $3,000 in county funding intended to further expand the area's historical past to outside visitors.
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Fri, Jul 21st 2023 07:00 am
On 716 Day, a crew from Xtreme House/Concrete Wash donated its time to clean the concrete splash pad at Youngstown's Faulkner Park. It was a coordinated effort with Mayor Rob Reisman and Recreation Director Jeff Gruarin.
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Thu, Jul 20th 2023 09:15 am
The Lewiston Council on the Arts announces its 2023 featured artist: Jessica Gadra. Her piece, "The Firebird," will be the image of this year's Art Festival.
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Thu, Jul 20th 2023 08:50 am
The New York Landmarks Conservancy announced 22 Sacred Sites Grants totaling $250,000 awarded to historic religious properties throughout New York - including $3,000 to St. John's Episcopal Church in Youngstown, to help fund roof and gutter repairs and foundation repointing.
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Mon, Jul 17th 2023 03:30 pm
Imagination came to life Saturday, as Artpark & Company presented the annual Fairy House Festival. The event featured a drum circle, crafts, costumed characters, live music, photo opportunities, and a "secret" garden filled with fairy houses - and even more of the above!
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Mon, Jul 17th 2023 02:30 pm
Christian music superstar, "American Idol" alum and recent guest on "Live with Kelly and Mark," Lauren Daigle made her debut on the Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater stage on Friday. A crowd of more than 4,000 raised its hands in song, celebration and enthusiasm as the singer performer her biggest hits and tracks from her new, self-titled album.
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Mon, Jul 17th 2023 11:25 am
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum announced the return of its signature event, "Touch a Truck," to Canalside. The Western New York community is invited to join in the free fun at Canalside on from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, July 30, with a quiet sensory hour from 10-11 a.m. for those who are sensitive to loud noises.
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Fri, Jul 14th 2023 11:00 am
Old Fort Niagara and the Town of Porter Historical Society are joining forces to commemorate the Battle of La belle Famille with a free walking tour at 7 p.m. Monday, July 24.
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Fri, Jul 14th 2023 09:00 am
During five fabulous performances in 10 days, over 2,000 people came out to hear the Lewiston Council on the Arts' free outdoor concerts in Academy Park and the Hennepin Park Gazebo.
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Fri, Jul 14th 2023 07:00 am
Highlights from the Niagara Pioneer International Soccer Tournament, held July 8-9 at Fort Niagara State Park, included the Niagara Pioneer Machine winning the boys under-17 division, and the boys under-10 NPSL Raptors winning all three games played.
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Wed, Jul 12th 2023 06:45 pm
In what has become an annual tradition, the Barenaked Ladies returned to Artpark in Lewiston for a sold-out concert on Tuesday. "The Last Summer on Earth Tour" featured some of the Canadian band's biggest hits - and even more hits from opening acts Del Amitri and Five For Fighting.
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Wed, Jul 12th 2023 05:10 pm
Old Fort Niagara and the Town of Porter Historical Society are joining forces to commemorate the Battle of La belle Famille with a free walking tour at 7 p.m. Monday, July 24.
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Wed, Jul 12th 2023 09:35 am
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, and Congressman Brian Higgins on Tuesday announced Niagara University has been awarded a $1.3 million grant through the Economic Development Administration (EDA) to bolster workforce development in Western New York.
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Tue, Jul 11th 2023 12:35 pm
The annual DiMino's Lewiston Tops Scholarship dinner was held on June 27 at the Niagara Falls Country Club. Owner Anthony DiMino and store manager John DiMino presented the awards.
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Mon, Jul 10th 2023 04:15 pm
The annual Mackenzie Kulesza Memorial Race for the Sunflowers of Sanborn Mini Stocks will take place on Friday, July 14. A full Ransomville Speedway racing program featuring the Krown Undercoating Modifieds, Hy-Tech Concrete Sportsman, KiPo Motors Street Stocks, and Kevin's Carpet Cleaning Novice Sportsman will all be in action, as well as the annual kids poster contest.
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Mon, Jul 10th 2023 12:10 pm
Artpark & Company's goal, as defined, is "Where art + nature + culture fuse into unforgettable experiences." The venue "fosters a transformative world of artistic engagement that explores the human experience, cultivates creativity, and encourages curiosity. Our work is informed by a long tradition of discovery, an expectation of artistic excellence, and an awareness of the inspiration of singular natural splendor."
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Fri, Jul 7th 2023 11:00 am
Trustees in the Village of Lewiston set their sights on the next fiscal year, and approved appointments, at Wednesday's special meeting.
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Fri, Jul 7th 2023 09:35 am
Marilyn Toohey, of Lewiston, passed away on July 2, 2023, eight days after her family joyfully celebrated with her in commemoration of her 100th birthday.
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Fri, Jul 7th 2023 09:35 am
Summer fun is in full swing, with a whole slew of outdoor happenings going on wherever you look.
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Wed, Jul 5th 2023 09:50 am
Niagara County Department of Health has issued a beach advisory at Olcott Beach, located in Olcott. This advisory has been issued for Olcott Beach and is anticipated to remain in effect until further notice.
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Wed, Jul 5th 2023 09:40 am
This Thursday night, "The Little R" at the Ransomville Speedway will pay tribute to Doug Etue, with the running of the Doug Etue Memorial to kick off the "Little R Midsummer Money Series."
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Mon, Jul 3rd 2023 10:00 am
The Dr. Joyce E. Sirianni Education Center is officially opening Tuesday, July 11.
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Fri, Jun 30th 2023 11:00 am
With the Lewiston Town Board on "summer status" - with one regular meeting held each month and no work sessions on the calendar until September - one would think the board's workload would lighten. That was not the case Monday, as a number of items were covered - including news on Modern Disposal's waste/recycling services for the community.
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Fri, Jun 30th 2023 11:00 am
Break out your favorite tie-dyed T-shirt and your bellbottom jeans and head down to Academy Park for the grooviest summer happening around. The annual "Summer of '69" concert is set for 7-10 p.m. Friday, July 7, in Lewiston's Academy Park.
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Fri, Jun 30th 2023 07:00 am
Western New York's renowned Summer of '69 All-Star Band is once again partnering with the Home Assistance Referral Team on a fundraising performance. This year's event will take place from 7-10 p.m. Saturday, July 8, at the Stone Jug on Main Street in Youngstown. All money raised from the sale of 50/50 tickets and donations at the door will benefit HART.
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Thu, Jun 29th 2023 11:40 pm
The Australian Pink Floyd Show brought "The Dark Side of the Moon Tour" to Artpark in Lewiston on Wednesday. Pink Floyd's eighth studio album was celebrated in its 50th anniversary year.
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Thu, Jun 29th 2023 10:50 pm
Twenty-two years is a long time. But that's how long residents of Youngstown have been enjoying live music on Friday nights in Falkner Park.
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Thu, Jun 29th 2023 10:50 pm
To celebrate its 60th anniversary, the New York Power Authority's Niagara Power Vista will host free "STEM Weekend Workshops" beginning Saturday, July 8, and Sunday, July 9. The workshops will run between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. every weekend in July.
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