Fri, Jun 26th 2026 08:00 am
Patriotic salutes in Western New York
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 08:00 am
Lumberjack's Waterfront Patio Grill is just different.
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Thu, Jun 25th 2026 08:35 pm
At a press conference on Thursday, Niagara County Legislator Jesse Gooch announced this year's lineup for the ninth annual "Thursdays on the Water" North Tonawanda concert series. He organizes the weekly event through his Jesse Gooch Productions entertainment business.
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Wed, Jun 24th 2026 08:40 am
Cornell Cooperative Extension | Niagara County announced public voting is now open for the 2026 "Fair-ly New" ice cream flavor contest. The public can vote here until June 29. The winning flavor will be made by Hoover's Dairy in Niagara County and sold exclusively at the Niagara County Fair (Aug. 5-9)
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 06:00 am
Hunter education courses will be held at the Wheatfield Community Center, 2790 Church Road:
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 01:25 am
The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (NFCI) has opened registration for its 2026 culinary youth camps. Designed for food enthusiasts ages 8-17, these weeklong day camps offer immersive, hands-on education inside professional kitchens located at 28 Old Falls St., Niagara Falls.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2026 01:15 am
The fire departments and volunteer fire companies of the Twin Cities are having their annual parade on Saturday, June 20. This parade event first started in 1880 and has been held every year since then.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2026 08:15 pm
The City of North Tonawanda invites residents, former residents, and visitors to join a once-in-a-generation community celebration as the city opens its 1976 bicentennial time capsule and dedicates a new America 250 time capsule for future generations.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2026 08:10 pm
The Niagara County Healthy Moms Healthy Babies Coalition is excited to announce the launch of the "Get Offline, Get Outside" family challenge, a fun and engaging summer initiative designed to encourage families with young children to spend more time outdoors exploring the many parks, trails and natural spaces throughout Niagara County.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2026 04:30 pm
The Niagara Orleans Central Labor Council proudly hosted its 17th annual "Labor's Night at the Races" on Friday, June 12, at Ransomville Speedway, bringing together organized labor, community partners and local supporters for an evening of racing, fellowship and philanthropy.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 07:05 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that Niagara Falls Boulevard (U.S. Route 62) northbound, in front of Delta Sonic Car Wash, in the City of Niagara Falls, will be reduced to a single lane with traffic shifted to the center turn lane for approximately two weeks.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 10:25 am
Airmen of the New York Air National Guard, 107th Attack Wing, welcomed a new wing commander as Col. Christopher H. Weisshaar assumed command of the 107th Attack Wing during a ceremony at Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station.
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Thu, Jun 11th 2026 02:55 pm
The Niagara County Youth Bureau is sponsoring the summer food service program (SFSP) again in 2026 and is pleased to announce the open program site locations. Free meals will be served weekdays at the following sites in Niagara County, except for the holiday for Friday, July 4:
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Wed, Jun 10th 2026 12:25 pm
The North Tonawanda Common Council has approved a resolution sponsored by Third Ward Alderwoman Hilary Roe and Common Council President Gabrielle Richards requesting that Niagara County consider providing $5 million in capital funding toward the creation of a centralized community center for the City of North Tonawanda.
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Wed, Jun 10th 2026 12:20 pm
The Riviera Theatre & Organ Preservation Society Inc. announced a grant award totaling $781,000 from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to support the organization's phase 2 of the Riviera expansion project (new dressing rooms). This grant is part of a capital project funding announcement by NYSCA, which totals over $82 million to 132 arts and culture facilities across New York.
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Fri, Jun 5th 2026 02:55 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health (NCDOH) is monitoring a confirmed case of measles in an Erie County resident who recently traveled abroad. At this time, there are no confirmed cases of measles in Niagara County.
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Fri, Jun 5th 2026 07:00 am
Love Nug, a cannabis dispensary owned by Adam and Joleigh Wylucki in the Town of Wheatfield, is one step closer to changing its Sunday hours from noon to 5 p.m. to 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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Wed, Jun 3rd 2026 08:35 pm
Town of Niagara Historian Pete Ames put out the word out for residents looking to locate one of the town's many "Hometown Heroes" banners.
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Wed, Jun 3rd 2026 08:35 pm
Niagara County Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti announced law enforcement agencies across Niagara County will participate in the STOP-DWI "100 Days of Summer" high-visibility engagement campaign throughout the months of June, July and August. The initiative is part of a statewide effort to enhance traffic safety, reduce impaired driving, and increase public awareness during the busy summer travel season.
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Tue, Jun 2nd 2026 07:20 pm
Wild Kritters of Niagara County will host its 21st annual basket raffle fundraiser from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 14, at the 3F Conservation Club, 904 Swann Road, Youngstown.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2026 04:45 pm
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County (CCE Niagara), in conjunction with Hoover Dairy, announced the second annual "Fair-ly New" ice cream flavor contest. The competition is now accepting entrants, with the winning flavor to be created by Hoover Dairy and served during the Niagara County Fair, Aug. 5-9 at the Niagara County Fairgrounds.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 05:20 pm
United Way of Greater Niagara (UWGN) announces the appointment of North Tonawanda Mayor Austin Tylec as the new chairman of the board of directors, and Denise Abbott as the new vice chair - ushering in a new phase of leadership as the organization continues its mission to strengthen youth development across the greater Niagara Region.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 08:55 am
Niagara-Wheatfield High School seniors have achieved their New York State Seal of Civic Readiness. This honor is a formal distinction on a high school diploma and transcript recognizing a student's high proficiency in civic knowledge, skills, mindset and experiences.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 08:50 am
The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that there will be roving lane closures on Interstate 190 between the north Grand Island Bridge in Erie County and Upper Mountain Road in Niagara County from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 30, to facilitate bridge washing and sealing.
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Tue, May 26th 2026 08:35 pm
The West Herr Riviera Theatre announced Night Ranger will perform live at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5.
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
The Town of Niagara Has announced its concert schedule for "Music Mania Mondays." Events are held each Monday night at Veteran's Memorial Community Park, 7000 Lockport Road.
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Thu, May 21st 2026 03:20 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health invites the public to a free community health fair from 3-6 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, outdoors in the parking lot of the department's new facility at 55 Stevens St., Lockport.
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Tue, May 19th 2026 08:55 pm
Town of Wheatland employees were trained in CPR last week. (Contributed image)
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Mon, May 18th 2026 04:35 pm
The Niagara Regional Construction Alliance (NRCA) announced its annual summer picnic will return June 24 at West Canal Marina in North Tonawanda. This year, the event takes on a new dimension: The beloved nail-driving contest has been reimagined as a team-based fundraising competition to benefit United Way of Greater Niagara.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:25 am
As graduation season approaches, Wegmans Food Markets is giving customers even more reason to celebrate. Every product in its in‑store bakeries now meets the Wegmans "Food You Feel Good About" (FYFGA) standard - meaning all bakery items are made without artificial colors, dyes, flavors or unnecessary preservatives.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:20 am
Western New York's first Urban Planet, a fashion brand featuring clothing and accessories that appeal to young men and women, is officially opening at Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA (1900 Military Road) on Friday, May 22.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:15 am
The City of North Tonawanda is proud to announce the launch of a new "Sidewalk 50/50" cost-sharing program aimed at helping homeowners replace deteriorated sidewalks while improving neighborhood safety, accessibility, and overall community appearance.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:05 am
New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez announced construction has begun on an $8.7 million project to resurface the LaSalle Expressway (state Route 951A) and a section of Interstate 190 in Niagara Falls.
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Wed, May 13th 2026 09:45 am
On Wednesday, the Niagara County Center for Economic Development launched the inaugural Niagara County Corporate Fishing Challenge, a new initiative focused on engaging business professionals, showcasing the region's world-class fishing opportunities, and supporting a local charitable organization.
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Tue, May 12th 2026 12:35 pm
The Town of Niagara and the Town of Niagara business liaison are planning a red, white and blue communitywide theme in celebration of the 250th birthday of this country and Niagara County. Military Road will be decorated with flowers and flags, and Packard Road will display county and town flags. The theme will run from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
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Fri, May 8th 2026 07:05 am
2026-27 budget preparations continue in the Lewiston-Porter and Niagara Wheatfield central school districts, as the school budget/board vote approaches on Tuesday, May 19.
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Wed, May 6th 2026 09:20 pm
Destination Niagara USA joined communities across the country in celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), recognizing the vital role tourism plays in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and enhancing quality of life in Niagara County.
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Tue, May 5th 2026 03:10 pm
The Niagara County Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (NCDMH) is taking part in recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month, aimed at reducing stigma, providing support and educating the public on mental health. As part of this effort, NCDMH officially launched the new Hope Speaks Niagara Community Coalition.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 07:05 pm
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Mon, May 4th 2026 10:55 am
From April 20-24, a coordinated spring aggressive driving enforcement initiative was conducted throughout Niagara County. The operation, undertaken in partnership with the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee's "No Empty Chair" campaign, brought together multiple law enforcement agencies.
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