Thu, Apr 30th 2026 12:35 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns announced updated operating hours at three of the six auto bureau branches, continuing his longstanding focus on delivering superior customer service and reduced transaction times.
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Thu, Apr 30th 2026 10:20 am
The Breast Cancer Network of WNY (BCN) announced the return of its signature community fundraiser, the Hope for Tomorrow 5K run and walk.
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Thu, Apr 30th 2026 10:20 am
According to the American Heart Association, 9 in 10 people who suffer cardiac arrest outside of the hospital die, and more than half don't receive bystander CPR.
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Wed, Apr 29th 2026 08:00 pm
Niagara County Legislators Rich Andres and Rick Abbott on Wednesday announced the county has launched a pilot program funded by the New York State Landbank Initiative and administered by the Niagara Orleans Regional Land Improvement Corp. (NORLIC) that will provide grants to eligible homeowners in North Tonawanda and the City of Lockport for home repairs.
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Wed, Apr 29th 2026 08:00 pm
Blatner's Auto Sales will sponsor the WNY Drummers For Homeless People Inc. gala on June 3. The event will take place from 6-9 p.m. at the Gratwick Firehall, located at 110 Ward Road, North Tonawanda.
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Wed, Apr 29th 2026 07:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced record-level funding of nearly $13 million for state-certified rape crisis programs, an investment that strengthens support for survivors statewide and is sustained in the governor's FY27 executive budget.
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Wed, Apr 29th 2026 07:30 pm
Lewiston's newest restaurant was christened on Wednesday. The Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting for the Olcott Lobster Company.
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Wed, Apr 29th 2026 09:10 am
The Niagara Orleans Central Labor Council invites the community to join in commemorating Workers' Memorial Day on Saturday, May 2, at Reservoir Park, 5755 Military Road, Niagara Falls (on the New York Power Authority grounds).
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Tue, Apr 28th 2026 10:25 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, in partnership with ConnectLife, will host a meaningful flag-raising ceremony at 9 a.m. Thursday, April 30, to honor the selfless individuals who have given the gift of life through organ and tissue donation, as well as to recognize those whose lives have been saved and improved through transplantation.
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Tue, Apr 28th 2026 02:35 pm
Grand Island's South End is about to lose a longtime community retail outlet.
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Tue, Apr 28th 2026 09:15 am
In honor of Earth Day, the Lewiston Community Lions Club hosted its fifth annual cleanup around the village on Saturday. Volunteers gathered at the playground pavilion behind the Red Brick Municipal Building for refreshments and instructions, before heading up to collect garbage and debris from the surrounding neighborhoods.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 10:00 pm
On Monday, April 27, at approximately 1:30 p.m., the Niagara County Communications Center received a report of a serious injury motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Youngstown-Wilson Road and Dickersonville Road.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 05:05 pm
Not every moment in emergency medical services (EMS) can be talked through. Some moments stay with you. Others build quietly over time. And not every provider processes those experiences the same way - or wants to talk about them at all. For many EMS professionals, support doesn't always come through conversation. Sometimes, it comes from a goldendoodle named Rosco.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 05:00 pm
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 05:00 pm
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 04:25 pm
Mayor Sean Ryan announced the beginning of a new partnership between the City of Buffalo and Erie County to expand pothole repair efforts using hot patching to provide a more durable, longer-lasting method of fixing roadways than the cold patching traditionally done by the city.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 04:25 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns announced the grand-opening of a new northtowns outreach center located inside the Eastern Hills Mall, directly adjacent to the Erie County Auto Bureau.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 01:40 pm
Following last week's announcement of a European tour, Morrissey has now confirmed a U.S. tour set for summer and fall 2026 in support of his new album, "Make Up Is A Lie," and "Deluxe Notre-Dame" EP set for a June 19 release via Sire/Warner Records. The tour will visit Shea's Buffalo Theatre for one performance at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 01:25 pm
If you're considering making an appointment for your first therapy session, know that you're not alone.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 01:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced Buffalo's Silo City will serve as a premier destination for the FIFA World Cup 2026, projecting five select matches onto the towering facades of its historic grain elevators.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 01:10 pm
Researchers from the University at Buffalo and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center are developing an artificial intelligence tool to help surgeons better identify lung cancer patients at risk for postoperative complications.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 01:05 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the season-opener for walleye, northern pike, tiger muskellunge, and pickerel will begin May 1.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 01:00 pm
Read to Succeed is hosting four information sessions for prospective volunteers to serve as tutor/mentors in its high-impact tutoring program known as Experience Corps, in Buffalo and Niagara Falls city schools.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 01:00 pm
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski recently accepted a check from Teresa Manna, commander of the Navy Marine Club Ship 110 in Lockport, that will be used for the beautification of the county's Purple Heart Monument and surrounding courtyard outside of the Niagara County Courthouse.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 11:10 am
Tops Friendly Markets announced it will once again host a "Stars for Our Troops" initiative, running May 10 through June 14. The program welcomes the community to donate worn and tattered American flags at select Tops Markets locations for proper retirement.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 11:10 am
Warmer weather is making its way to Western and Central New York. Before it's time for backyard barbecues, pool parties, and picnics, it's spring-cleaning time in the house and the yard.
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Mon, Apr 27th 2026 11:00 am
The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) will host a public information meeting from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, April 29, regarding a proposed pavement and safety improvement project on Robinson Road (Route 93) from Lockport Bypass to Raymond Road, as well as the intersection of Lockport Bypass and State Street, in the City of Lockport and the towns of Lockport and Pendleton.
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Sun, Apr 26th 2026 11:00 pm
The U.S.S. Enterprise crew is back and setting out on new adventures: the fourth season of "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" will premiere globally on Paramount+ on Thursday, July 23. New episodes of the 10-episode long season will be available weekly on Thursdays through Thursday, Sept. 24.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 06:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today directed that flags on all state government buildings be flown at half-staff until sunset on April 25 in honor of fallen New York State Department of Environmental Conservation police officer Ronald J. Bosela.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 02:25 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), the City of Buffalo, and Buffalo Naval Park announced the completion of phase one to stabilize two historically and culturally significant vessels: the USS Croaker and USS The Sullivans.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 02:25 pm
Goo Goo Dolls are set to release the 20th anniversary expanded edition of their acclaimed album, "Let Love In," on July 24 via Warner Records. Originally released in 2006, the album peaked at No. 9 on the Billboard 200 and was certified Gold in 2019 by RIAA.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 12:20 pm
Billie Eilish releases "Intro (Hit Me Hard And Soft Tour)," taken from her world-renowned and sold-out "Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour."
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 12:20 pm
Tony-, EMMY-, and five-time Grammy award-nominated singer, songwriter, actor and philanthropist Josh Groban has shared his moving new rendition of "Skyfall" from the classic James Bond film of the same name. Now available on all streaming platforms, "Skyfall" is the third song to be released from Groban's upcoming album, "Cinematic," arriving May 8 via Reprise Records.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 12:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the public submission portal for the state's new EXPRESS NY (expediting processes and regulations to enable streamlined services) initiative received an overwhelming response of over 3,700 recommendations to cut red tape and improve government delivery.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 12:15 pm
The Buffalo AKG announced the museum's public art initiative will work with local artist Bree Gilliam (American, born 2000) for a new mural at Evergreen Health and affiliate Community Access Services' new location at 3070 Bailey Ave.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 08:50 am
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 08:50 am
Every spring, the Rotary Club branches in the U.S. and Canada that serve the areas surrounding the Great Lakes, from Superior to Ontario, try to clean up the watershed.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 07:15 am
Niagara County legislators Michael Casale, Irene Myers and David Godfrey joined Upward Niagara Chamber President Amanda Haseley in presenting special America 250 flags to area businesses and municipalities on Monday morning.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 07:15 am
Mom, grandma and wrestling, of all things, led Bashar Srouji to open Ghada Have It!, a Mediterranean restaurant on Military Road in the Town of Niagara.
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Fri, Apr 24th 2026 07:10 am
Olcott Lobster Company is opening Friday, May 1, in Lewiston, and "We're beyond excited," proprietor Michelle Pozantides said Tuesday. "This has been a labor of love, and we're just so excited to finally be able to open our doors."
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