Fri, Jul 11th 2025 07:00 am
The Town of Niagara marked the Fourth of July with its annual "Music Mania Mondays" celebration on Saturday at Veteran's Community Memorial Park.
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Fri, Jul 11th 2025 07:00 am
News - as we all know - never sleeps. Here's a few developing items of interest in northern Niagara County.
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Thu, Jul 10th 2025 11:30 am
Empire State Wrestling will return to Buffalo RiverWorks on Saturday, July 26, with its marquee event of the summer, "Everything To Gaine." This event will feature the second annual "Everything To Gaine Rumble."
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Thu, Jul 10th 2025 10:20 am
On Sunday, July 13, the annual Grand Island Garden Walk returns. This year's event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine.
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Thu, Jul 10th 2025 08:45 am
Following his historic three-night stand at New York City's Bowery Ballroom earlier this year - hailed by Billboard as "a religious experience" and moving NPR to rave "Paul McCartney has so much swag it's ridiculous" - Paul McCartney and his acclaimed "Got Back" tour will make their wildly anticipated return to North America this fall. McCartney will perform at Buffalo's KeyBank Center on Friday, Nov. 14.
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Wed, Jul 9th 2025 08:20 pm
To help dog owners protect their pets from toxic algal blooms, New York Sea Grant has published a newly revised "Protect Your Dog from Harmful Algae" brochure. The publication, freely available at nyseagrant.info/dogsandhabsbrochure, includes:
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Wed, Jul 9th 2025 08:20 pm
The Buffalo Naval Park will host a group of World War II reenactors from across the U.S. this weekend for a special event to bring USS The Sullivans and USS Little Rock to life. "Mess Call at the Buffalo Naval Park" will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday at One Naval Park Cove, and is included in the price of admission.
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Wed, Jul 9th 2025 08:20 pm
Celebrate a vibrant summer evening on the waterfront with live music, food and drinks for seafarers and landlubbers alike! "Party at the Pier" will be held from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, July 17, at Buffalo River Fest Park, 249 Ohio St., Buffalo.
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Wed, Jul 9th 2025 08:20 pm
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski provided an updated on an issue with airport scanners that some residents who have enhanced commercial drivers' licenses have run into. Some scanners appear to be having problems reading the enhanced CDLs.
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Wed, Jul 9th 2025 08:20 pm
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Wed, Jul 9th 2025 08:20 pm
Western New York beaches are beautiful places to relax and enjoy nature this summer, but sometimes beach litter can detract from that experience, as well as harm the environment.
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Wed, Jul 9th 2025 08:20 pm
On July 3, at approximately 11 p.m., the Niagara Falls Police Department received a 911 call reporting a male party unconscious in the 2400 block of Niagara Avenue.
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Wed, Jul 9th 2025 08:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul directed flags on all state government buildings to be flown at half-staff in honor of West Colesville Fire Chief James Sitek, who passed away July 6 in the line of duty, while responding to a fire in Conklin. Flags will be at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Thursday, July 10.
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Wed, Jul 9th 2025 08:20 pm
"The weather in New York hasn't been our friend this year, and we understand people have been cooped up and may need to take a summer break," said Eugene Perry, president of the Firefighters Association of the State of New York. "Whether your family decides to rent a home or cabin, set up camp at a local site or make your backyard an oasis, fire and life safety are paramount."
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Wed, Jul 9th 2025 08:20 pm
Two-time Grammy-nominated progressive metal mainstays Spiritbox took the stage on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" Monday night for their late-night television debut, delivering a knockout performance of "Soft Spine," a standout track from their acclaimed sophomore album "Tsunami Sea."
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Tue, Jul 8th 2025 08:40 pm
Fallsview Casino is proud to announce that vocal powerhouse Patti LaBelle will bring her "80/65 Tour" to the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino at 8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16.
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Tue, Jul 8th 2025 08:40 pm
Feel the energy of a generation's greatest hits as legendary rock band Three Dog Night takes the stage at 9 p.m. Nov. 7 at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino. With hits such as "Joy to the World" and "Mama Told Me (Not to Come)," the band brings decades of chart-topping success and energy to this one-night-only performance.
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Tue, Jul 8th 2025 08:40 pm
One week after a devastating loss of food, Niagara Gospel Mission has made a full recovery.
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Tue, Jul 8th 2025 08:40 pm
The New York State Quitline, in commemoration of its 25 years of public health service, has an added incentive this summer to encourage people who smoke or vape to become tobacco-free.
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Tue, Jul 8th 2025 08:40 pm
Niagara University is proud to announce the introduction of a new women's flag football program as part of the institution's continued commitment to club sports and holistic student development.
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Tue, Jul 8th 2025 08:40 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton, in collaboration with the New York Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit at Cornell University, announced the launch of Snapshot NY, a citizen science program that allows the public to participate in wildlife monitoring through the deployment of trail cameras.
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Tue, Jul 8th 2025 08:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a record investment of nearly $379.5 million in federal and state funding over three years to support programs and services for victims and survivors of crime and their families. This is the largest funding allocation ever administered by the state Office of Victim Services and is supported by $100 million in state funding secured by Hochul to offset reductions in federal aid.
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 08:25 pm
Hallmark Media has released the first teaser trailer for "Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story." The Hallmark "Countdown to Christmas" movie was shot in and centered on Buffalo. It is expected to debut sometime between Thanksgiving and Christmas on the Hallmark Channel, and then streaming on Hallmark+.
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 07:40 pm
On July 7, at approximately 10:15 a.m., the Niagara Falls Police Department received a 911 call reporting a death investigation at 561 Portage Road. Upon arrival at the scene, a 79-year-old female victim was found deceased in an apartment.
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 07:30 pm
Artpark & Company hosted this summer's premier 1980s celebration on Saturday, welcoming iconic hitmakers Rick Springfield ("I've Done Everything for You," "Don't Talk to Strangers," "Love Somebody," "Human Touch," "Jessie's Girls"), John Waite ("When I See You Smile," "Missing You"), Paul Young ("Everytime You Go Away") and Wang Chung ("To Live and Die in L.A.," "Let's Go," "Should I Stay or Should I Go," "Everybody Have Fun Tonight."
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 03:05 pm
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our wonderful mother, Eleanor Rosemond Whelan, who died peacefully June 8, 2025.
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 12:55 pm
The Sisters of St. Francis built their motherhouse, Stella Niagara, along the banks of the Niagara River in 1908. Its formidable limestone walls and red-tiled roof with a copper spire have served as a beacon for generations of people who have lived, worked, and visited the site.
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 12:55 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health, in proud partnership with P3 Center for Teens, Moms and Kids and the Healthy Moms Healthy Babies Coalition, announced the highly anticipated return of "Fresh Air Fridays."
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 12:55 pm
The heat is on in Western and Central New York, as summer has arrived. Unfortunately, every year in the U.S., there are an estimated 4,000 unintentional drownings, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 12:55 pm
Excitement is building as the Youngstown Yacht Club prepares to host The Strictly Hip at this year's Youngstown Chase regatta at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 26.
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 11:20 am
Senior Airman Ryan McAvoy was recently awarded the 2025 Merrell Lane Memorial Aviation Scholarship during a ceremony hosted by the Niagara Military Affairs Council. The award was presented by former NIMAC Chairman John Cooper Sr. and current Chairman Michael Zimmerman.
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 11:15 am
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.14, down 5 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.51. The New York state average is $3.19, down 2 cents from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.62.
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 11:00 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced the expansion of New York state's Veterans Tuition Awards program, which will enable more veterans to access critical financial aid for college. Under this historic expansion, all veterans who served at least four years on active-duty now qualify for full-tuition awards.
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 11:00 am
On July 2, Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced the following:
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 11:00 am
Every year, hundreds of people buy and sell vehicles. The process of purchasing a car has changed significantly; consumers are now more informed and focus on factors such as reliability, suitability for their needs, and the appropriate price for the vehicle.
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 11:00 am
The Summer of '69 Band will perform at Youngstown's Stone Jug beginning at 7 p.m. Saturday, July 12. Proceeds from the evening's 50/50 split and donations at the door will benefit the Home Assistance Referral Team.
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Mon, Jul 7th 2025 10:35 am
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, in partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, recently announced a vehicle-based radiological survey of Erie and Niagara counties will begin the week of July 7.
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Thu, Jul 3rd 2025 02:25 pm
A local charity supported by a former Buffalo Sabres captain was dealt a winning hand at a recent celebrity blackjack tournament at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino.
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Thu, Jul 3rd 2025 11:00 am
The Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce marked Lewiston Live Well's first anniversary with a special gathering Tuesday morning inside of the Portage Road eatery.
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Thu, Jul 3rd 2025 11:00 am
There is new excitement in store for tourists at the foot of Water Street. The newest in the fleet of Whirlpool Jet Boat Tour vessels churned up the water in thrilling fashion at its launch on June 25 in Lewiston.
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