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Longball guides Falcons softball to victory
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 08:25 pm
On a typical Western New York bitter "spring" day, the Niagara-Wheatfield Falcons softball bats stayed hot in a 14-6 victory at Niagara Falls High School.
Students' solutions to plastic pollution to be displayed at Buffalo Museum of Science
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 06:10 pm
The Erie County Department of Environment and Planning and its environmental partners are inviting residents to join them at the Buffalo Museum of Science to recognize local students who have made art inspired to protect the environment.
'Lewiston Jeopardy' crowns first champion, raises money for HAL
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 05:20 pm
As the nation continues to be captivated by James Holzhauer - the million-dollar man on "Jeopardy!" - it was Sandy Blackwell Yates who put on a show Saturday night at the Brickyard Brewing Company. She captained her team to a resounding victory in "Lewiston Jeopardy," earning a large trophy and the applause of an impressed audience.
It's AAA 'School Safety Patrol Week' in New York
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 04:05 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has proclaimed April 29 through May 5 as "AAA School Safety Patrol Week" in New York state in recognition of the fine efforts of school safety patrol members.
Earth Day cleanup in Lewiston
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 03:55 pm
A large crowd gathered at the Red Brick Municipal Building on Saturday to participate in the annual Earth Day spring cleanup. People spruced up neighboring roads and public areas. Refreshment were provided.
Silversun Pickups to perform at RiverWorks
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 03:50 pm
Silversun Pickups, on the heels of announcing their awaited return with new album "Widow's Weeds" (June 7, New Machine Recordings), confirmed new tour dates for June and July. The band will perform July 14 at Buffalo Riverworks.
Higgins & Service Collaborative of WNY announce nearly $500,000 for early intervention program aimed at putting children on path to school readiness
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 03:45 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins joined The Service Collaborative of WNY Inc. Executive Director Kate Sarata and other partners to announce a federal grant through the Corporation for National and Community Service for a new early intervention effort to provide a foundation that prepares preschool children for success in mathematics.
Buffalo Prep to celebrate 30 years in Western New York at 'Celebration of Achievement'
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 03:45 pm
Buffalo Prep, an organization dedicated to providing local, talented, underrepresented youth access to and preparation for college preparatory high schools and higher education, will host its 2019 "Celebration of Achievement" event presented by M&T Bank on Thursday, May 2. The event will honor high school seniors who have successfully completed Buffalo Prep's academic enrichment programs.
Erie County: 'Breakfast with Champions' to benefit scholarship fund
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 03:45 pm
Get to the Erie County Fair early on Wednesday, Aug. 14, and hit the chow line for "Breakfast With Champions."
'What Just Happened??! With Fred Savage": Fictional sci-fi thriller 'The Flare' gets after-show
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 03:00 pm
Teased on FOX social pages, "The Flare" is a television drama that now has a very real after-show, called "What Just Happened??! With Fred Savage," dedicated to exploring the fandom surrounding the show. The half-hour hybrid comedy/talk show premieres Sunday, June 30 (9:30 p.m. ET/PT), on FOX.
22nd annual Police Memorial Service will honor officers killed on duty
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 01:30 pm
Law enforcement personnel who died in the line of duty will be honored at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, at the 22nd annual Niagara Interfaith Chaplaincy Police Memorial Service.
DEC announces fishing season opens May 4 for many popular coolwater fish species
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 01:25 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the first Saturday in May marks the beginning of the fishing season for several popular coolwater sportfish species, including walleye, northern pike, pickerel and tiger muskellunge. He noted the coolwater conditions of early spring can render walleye and northern pike fishing particularly good, and anglers are encouraged to take advantage of the many opportunities New York has to offer.
Top 6 revealed as 'American Idol' pays special tribute to Queen
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 01:20 pm
On Sunday, "American Idol" took one more step in finding a champion, as the field was cut down to six. Moving on in the competition (resuming at 8 p.m. Sunday on ABC) are singers Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon, Laci Kaye Booth, Madison Vandenburg, Laine Hardy, Alejandro Aranda and Wade Cota. This meant it was the end of the road for Alyssa Raghu and Walker Burroughs.
A new 'Bake You Rich' winner earns chance to have baked goods sold nationally
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 01:10 pm
After three rounds of intense challenges testing the baking and business skills of four entrepreneurial bakers, Adalberto Diaz of Salt Lake City creamed the competition on Sunday's episode of "Bake You Rich," earning the opportunity of a lifetime to have his savory Cuban meat pie sold by "Cake Boss" Buddy Valastro on Carlo's Bakery website.
Binnington, Dahlin, Pettersson voted Calder Trophy finalists
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 01:10 pm
Goaltender Jordan Binnington of the St. Louis Blues, defenseman Rasmus Dahlin of the Buffalo Sabres and center Elias Pettersson of the Vancouver Canucks are the three finalists for the 2018-19 Calder Memorial Trophy, awarded "to the player selected as the most proficient in his first year of competition," the National Hockey League announced.
Sugar Ray, Better Than Ezra, Emerson Hart of Tonic to perform July 9 at Artpark
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 11:45 am
Popular hitmakers Sugar Ray & Better Than Ezra with special guest Emerson Hart of Tonic will perform on July 9 in the Artpark Amphitheater as part of "Tuesdays in the Park presented by M&T Bank" concert series. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, May 3.
Buffalo History Museum celebrates 20th year of annual local art auction
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 07:00 am
The Buffalo History Museum will host the 20th annual "Paint the Town" event from 5:30- 8:30 p.m. May 16. "Paint the Town" brings regional artists, art collectors and passionate museum supporters together to raise funds for the museum through live and silent auctions featuring local art.
Chromatic Club of Buffalo spring concert to be held in Lewiston
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 07:00 am
The Chromatic Club of Buffalo will hold its spring concert on Sunday, May 5, at the First Presbyterian Church of Lewiston, 505 Cayuga St. The event will begin at 3 p.m., and refreshments will be served following the performance of classical music and show tunes.
Niagara County Central Rotary to hold 36th annual Roger W. Andrews Senior Citizen Breakfast
Mon, Apr 29th 2019 07:00 am
The Niagara County Central Rotary is sponsoring its 36th annual Roger W. Andrews Senior Citizen Breakfast at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, May 11, at the Niagara-Wheatfield High School cafeteria, 2292 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn.
Summer ahead: The Silo Restaurant making environmentally friendly changes for 2019
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
While 2018 was the year in which The Silo Restaurant looked to its past, 2019 is all about looking to - and preserving - the future.
Easter coloring contest winners awarded
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
Last Saturday, DeGiulio's Pharmacy hosted a prize reception for winners of The Lewiston-Porter Sentinel Easter coloring contest.
New-look Niagara Jet Adventures embracing River Region
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
An exciting new vibe is starting to be felt up in Youngstown.
2019 Chamber Gala: Monsignor David LiPuma is 2019 Village of Lewiston Citizen of the Year
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
The Rev. Monsignor David G. LiPuma has been chosen by Mayor Anne Welch and trustees as the 2019 Village of Lewiston Citizen of the Year. He has made a positive impact in the community leading and bringing people together while instilling the true sense of what community is all about.
Lewiston Smelt Fest to raise funds for LPD's Shadow
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
A portion of the funds raised at this year's Lewiston Smelt Festival will go toward outfitting Shadow, the Lewiston Police Department's 20-month-old German shepherd from the Czech Republic.
Lewiston Spring Fling set for May 5
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
Warm weather has finally arrived in Lewiston and with it the Lewiston Family Spring Fling. This event is a way to celebrate winter's end, and the chance to renew old friendships and make new ones.
Grand Island High School: DECA students heading to national stage
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
Eight students from Grand Island High School will depart at dawn Friday morning for Orlando to compete at the DECA International Career Development Conference.
DeGlopper Memorial Expansion 'Sod Party'
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
Installation of new sod at the DeGlopper Memorial currently under work will take place beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 27.
Cuomo announces transportation money
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo on Wednesday announced $30.1 million in new funding has been awarded for 15 projects, including one on Grand Island, that support bicycle and pedestrian enhancements, as well as projects specifically targeted toward improving air quality in Western New York.
Rotary Club of Grand Island: Grand Island's donations to Undie Sunday support needy
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
Homeless neighbors in Western New York were a bit warmer this winter because of the efforts of people from Grand Island.
Obituary: Alicia C. Williams
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
Alicia C. Williams of Grand Island passed peacefully after a brief illness April 17, 2019.
Erie County Parks, Senior Services departments debut seniors hiking club
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
The Erie County Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry, in conjunction with the Department of Senior Services, will debut a series of free weekly hikes geared toward seniors beginning on May 2.
Ladies of Charity drive beginning
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 06:55 am
The 2019 Ladies of Charity Book Bag Project will take place through the month of May.
Lions Club of Grand Island: 50th annual spaghetti dinner on April 29
Sat, Apr 27th 2019 06:55 am
The Grand Island Lions Club will hold the 50th annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser for the Special Kids Picnic from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 29, in the ballroom of Radisson Grand Island, 100 Whitehaven Road. The menu includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad and Italian bread. Money from the event will support the annual Special Kids Picnic in July.
'Mary Hoppins' selected as Easter Bunny name
Fri, Apr 26th 2019 07:10 pm
As part of the recent "Shop Hop" event in Lewiston, the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce held a contest to name the Easter Bunny. More than 70 entries were submitted. The Chamber of Commerce staff had a hard time deciding what name would be best. After much consideration, the winning name is "Mary Hoppins."
Shannen Doherty to join 'BH90210,' 6-episode event series airing this summer on FOX
Fri, Apr 26th 2019 06:50 pm
Original "Beverly Hills, 90210" star Shannen Doherty is set to join her former co-stars - Jason Priestley, Jennie Garth, Ian Ziering, Gabrielle Carteris, Brian Austin Green and Tori Spelling - for "BH90210," FOX's highly anticipated new series airing this summer.
Singer/songwriter Mallary Hope delivers 'Out Of My Hands'
Fri, Apr 26th 2019 06:45 pm
Singer/songwriter Mallary Hope's debut full-length project, "Out Of My Hands," released Friday to critical acclaim. Hope's first-ever full-length project, the album sees the songstress in her rawest form with themes of identity and self-worth woven throughout each song.
Warning of phone scam with calls 'spoofed' as originating from Erie County Clerk's Office
Fri, Apr 26th 2019 06:45 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns is warning Erie County residents of a phone scam where incoming calls will appear on a caller ID display as coming from the Erie County Clerk's Office. The scammer then requests personal identifying information while proposing to offer debt relief services.
Higgins & Poloncarz announce federal grant to expand services in Buffalo's Opioid Intervention Court
Fri, Apr 26th 2019 06:45 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins and Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz were joined by Buffalo City Court Judge Craig Hannah to announce a new federal grant to expand services and support for Buffalo Opioid Intervention Court (OIC) participants. The $2 million award to the Erie County Department of Mental Health, provided through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, brings a community care management model of services to the court. It will expand the court's ability to serve more people.
Thrive Worship releases debut album, 'A Thousand More,' on May 3
Fri, Apr 26th 2019 06:45 pm
Integrity Music announced the newest signing to its roster, Thrive Worship.
Niagara University marketing students show prowess in regional & national academic competitions
Fri, Apr 26th 2019 06:40 pm
Several Niagara University food and consumer packaged goods marketing students sharpened their business skills by participating in case competitions at two conferences held in February.
 

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