Thu, Oct 31st 2024 10:20 am
Niagara County Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti announced Niagara County-area law enforcement agencies will participate in a special effort to bring awareness to the dangers of impaired driving. Law enforcement officers across New York will take to the roads in a combined effort to stop impaired driving, prevent injuries, and save lives.
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Wed, Oct 30th 2024 07:00 am
Friends of the Youngstown Free Library invites book lovers and community members to our highly anticipated November book sale. This year is extra special as we celebrate 75 years of supporting the Youngstown Free Library! Join us as we rally to sustain essential library services amid shrinking public library funding.
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Wed, Oct 30th 2024 07:00 am
In an effort to clean up the nation's coasts and Great Lakes and rid our shores of abandoned and derelict vessels (ADVs), the nonprofit BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is creating a new national ADV database in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to track these environmental and navigation hazards to help facilitate removal.
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Wed, Oct 30th 2024 07:00 am
Whether a couple is going out for a first date or has been in a relationship for years, date nights are opportunities to spend time together and connect. Dinner and a movie is a classic date night, but couples looking to shake things up a bit can explore some fun alternatives to make connections more memorable.
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Tue, Oct 29th 2024 05:50 pm
Three-time Grammy-nominated hard rock heavyweights and Platinum-selling band Killswitch Engage - Jesse Leach, vocals; Adam Dutkiewicz, guitar; Joel Stroetzel, guitar; Mike D'Antonio, bass; and Justin Foley, drums - are returning to the road this winter and spring.
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Tue, Oct 29th 2024 05:50 pm
Fallsview Casino Resort is excited to welcome the legendary Oscar and Grammy award-winner Peabo Bryson to the Avalon Theatre at 9 p.m. Feb. 1, 2025.
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Tue, Oct 29th 2024 05:45 pm
Border Community SERVICE of Niagara University invites the community to attend the WNY Citizen Emergency Preparedness Summit from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, on the fourth floor of Glynn Hall on the NU campus.
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Tue, Oct 29th 2024 05:45 pm
On Sunday, Oct. 27, the curtain closed on a 16-performance run of "Hamilton" at Shea's Buffalo, drawing 40,188 people to the theatre district over the two weeks.
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Tue, Oct 29th 2024 05:45 pm
On Monday, Nov. 11, The Town of Niagara Lions Club and the Town of Niagara Helping Hands will again honor our veterans with a Veterans Day ceremony. The event commences at 11 a.m. promptly, and will be held at the Town of Niagara Veterans Memorial Community Park, 7000 Joe Rotella Way (Lockport Road).
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Tue, Oct 29th 2024 05:40 pm
The League of American Bicyclists, the premier grassroots advocacy organization encouraging better bicycling and protecting the rights of people who bike, honored the University at Buffalo with a silver-level Bicycle Friendly University Award in recognition of the institution's achievements in promoting and enabling safe, accessible bicycling on campus. UB has received the bronze-level award for the past 12 years.
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Tue, Oct 29th 2024 05:40 pm
With eight days remaining until Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5, the United States Postal Service recommends that voters who choose to vote by mail do so soon.
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Tue, Oct 29th 2024 05:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York state employers are expected to save more than $191 million in 2025 due to a reduction in the annual workers' compensation assessment rate - the rate was set today and goes into effect Jan. 1, 2025.
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Tue, Oct 29th 2024 05:35 pm
The Town of Niagara Senior Center will host the following events at 7000 Lockport Road:
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:30 pm
Halloween came early to Lewiston, with family-fun activities and events happening over the weekend.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:20 pm
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Western New York (RMHC of WNY) is thrilled to announce the grand reopening of its Ronald McDonald Family Room at John R. Oishei Children's Hospital in Buffalo (OCH). A ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday outside of the Family Room on the hospital's fifth floor to mark the occasion.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:20 pm
Piper Morgan didn't know it at first, but she helped make history this fall when she enrolled in the first-year studio in the University at Buffalo's School of Architecture and Planning.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:10 pm
Landmarks across Buffalo, including Buffalo Plaza, Buffalo City Hall and the Peace Bridge, together with more than 1,300 buildings and landmarks around the world, will be lighting up teal on Nov. 1 to raise Alzheimer's awareness as part of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America's (AFA) "Light the World in Teal" program. Nov. 1 marks the start of Alzheimer's Awareness Month.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:10 pm
The West Herr Riviera Theatre proudly announces the Femmes of Rock starring Bella Electric Strings, performing live at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14, 2025.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:05 pm
As New Yorkers prepare to set their clocks back an hour for the end of daylight saving time, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY) urges all New Yorkers to check the batteries in their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:05 pm
Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced Keyondre Robertson, also known as "Kano," 22, of Buffalo, pleaded guilty this morning before State Supreme Court Justice Paul B. Wojtaszek to one count of manslaughter in the first degree (class "B" violent felony) and one count of criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree (class "C" violent felony).
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:05 pm
The Erie County Departments of Parks, Recreation and Forestry and Social Services, in partnership with the Buffalo & Erie County Workforce Investment Board (WIB) and Erie 1 BOCES, today joined Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz in welcoming the first 10 graduates of the new Erie Corps initiative at the Edward A. Rath county office building.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:05 pm
The American Diabetes Association is proud to host its first annual "State of Diabetes: Buffalo," on World Diabetes Day, Nov. 14, at Seneca One Tower in Buffalo.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:00 pm
Erie County, the City of Buffalo and the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy have announced the official opening of the Delaware Park playground at Colvin Avenue and Amherst Street.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:00 pm
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum, in partnership with MOD-PAC Folding Cartons and Stock Packaging, is honored to offer free admission for retired and active-duty members of our armed forces on Saturday, Nov. 9, and on Veterans Day (Monday, Nov. 11).
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 05:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James on Monday provided an update on nonpartisan efforts to protect voting rights and public safety across New York during the 2024 elections. Those efforts include statewide, multiagency resources to combat misinformation and respond to any impediments to voting. This continues the governor's and attorney general's longstanding commitment to safeguarding the voting rights of all New Yorkers.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 05:55 pm
Get ready to save big this holiday season with the return of "Tops Christmas Bonus"! Now in its ninth year, this festive program has already helped shoppers save over $17 million on groceries, gas and gifts. And this year promises even more cheer!
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 05:55 pm
The Lewiston Choraleers will present its annual holiday program at three area church sites, including a performance on Sunday, Dec. 1, to coincide with the annual Lewiston Christmas Walk sponsored by the Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 05:55 pm
The Erie County Department of Social Services announced applications for Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) regular benefits will be accepted beginning Friday, Nov. 1. The DSS is strongly encouraging applicants to apply online or to utilize remote channels to apply. As in previous years, interested applicants are encouraged to apply sooner rather than later.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 05:55 pm
M&T Bank's Western New York Community Impact Week begins Monday, Oct. 28, with special volunteer efforts that will help people in need find warmth through new, handmade blankets and hats.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 07:00 am
Lung cancer is the deadliest cancer in the U.S. Since lung tissue has no nerves, people may not experience pain or symptoms until the cancer has reached an advanced stage. However, if lung cancer is diagnosed early, the cure rate can be over 90%. That's why adults who are at high risk should undergo an annual lung cancer screening, which includes a low-dose CT scan.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 07:00 am
Merchants in the Village of Lewiston are again teaming to provide a pre-Black Friday/Small Business Saturday shopping extravaganza, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2.
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Fri, Oct 25th 2024 05:45 pm
In Little Big Town's 25th anniversary, the country music hitmakers took a page from fast-food restaurants, movie theaters and the Mars company in offering combos: Delicious, value-driven, delightfully indulgent pairings sure to satisfy both new and especially tried and true fans.
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Fri, Oct 25th 2024 02:35 pm
Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel announced celebrity Chef Anne Burrell will host "An Afternoon with Anne Burrell" at Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel in the Park Place Events Center at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24.
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Fri, Oct 25th 2024 02:25 pm
First-time, double-2024 GMA Dove Award-winner and Billboard's Top New Christian Artist of 2023, Forrest Frank is keeping things moving at warp speed, releasing a brand-new track, "Your Way's Better," and also revealing the upcoming Nov. 1 release of the "Child of God (Deluxe)" project.
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Fri, Oct 25th 2024 02:25 pm
The Grand Island Fire Co. wants to form a Fire District that would transfer the responsibility of fire protection from the town to the fire company.
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Fri, Oct 25th 2024 02:20 pm
Award-winning artist and songwriter Mac Powell has released his new album, "I Love Jesus" today, celebrating the simple gospel message of what God has done in his life.
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Fri, Oct 25th 2024 02:20 pm
Martin Smith is back with his most defining solo material to date with the release of "Joy," available today. Boldy speaking words of courage and authenticity into an age marked by increasing uncertainty, Smith explores what it could look like to embrace joy amid discomfort, disappointment, uncertainty and more.
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Fri, Oct 25th 2024 02:20 pm
The latest in a string of head-turning singles showcasing pop, worship, hip-hop and now hard-rock influences, WieRok Entertainment singer/songwriter Sean Rodriguez joins forces with genre tastemaker Disciple for "It Is Finished." Written by Rodriguez and Will Strotz and produced by Greg GREGATRON Williams, the electrifying anthem - a battle cry mobilizing believers to stand firm in Jesus' victory - is now available on streaming platforms.
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Fri, Oct 25th 2024 02:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that State Police and local law enforcement will increase patrols through Halloween, targeting impaired and reckless drivers. The enforcement period begins Friday, Oct. 25, and runs through Thursday, Oct. 31, and is funded by the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee.
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Fri, Oct 25th 2024 02:15 pm
The Erie County Department of Environment and Planning announced 2024 municipal planning grant funding will be awarded to seven municipalities that applied for county funding to update comprehensive plans, zoning updates, and agriculture and farmland protection plans:
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