Wed, Feb 22nd 2023 04:20 pm
The National Football League (NFL) will host its seventh annual NFL Women's Forum on Feb. 28 and March 1 in Indianapolis during the 2023 NFL Combine as part of its ongoing, leaguewide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. The program will connect 41 women, 60% of whom are women of color, with leaders in professional football to provide insight and networking opportunities for their careers in the areas of scouting, coaching and football operations.
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Wed, Feb 22nd 2023 04:20 pm
NFL Network provides exclusive live coverage of the second annual HBCU Legacy Bowl on Saturday, Feb. 25, at 4 p.m. ET. Play-by-play announcer Steve Wyche, analysts Charles Davis and Bucky Brooks, and sideline reporter Sherree Burruss call the game from Tulane University's Yulman Stadium, which showcases the best NFL draft-eligible players from Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
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Wed, Feb 22nd 2023 04:15 pm
The new era of Chris Janson is taking flight as his newest single, "All I Need Is You," is most added today on country radio, making this the country music veteran's biggest add date yet.
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Wed, Feb 22nd 2023 04:15 pm
At a time when college students nationwide are struggling with mental health, Buffalo State University is hosting a proactive, positive event to provide its students with concrete coping tools in an interactive environment.
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Wed, Feb 22nd 2023 04:10 pm
The Buffalo Yacht Club announced it will host the "Sail for Roswell" on July 7 and 8. The event will include a charity regatta and a gala dinner with all proceeds benefitting Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center to develop cancer cures and save lives.
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Wed, Feb 22nd 2023 04:10 pm
The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) on Wednesday announced the adoption of the final farm labor overtime regulations, codifying Commissioner Roberta Reardon's order that accepted the Farm Laborers Wage Board's report and recommendations in September.
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Wed, Feb 22nd 2023 03:45 pm
The forecast for Western and Central New York region includes snow, sleet and freezing rain Wednesday night into Thursday morning. As the weather turns, AAA Western and Central New York has helpful tips for drivers.
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Wed, Feb 22nd 2023 03:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday urged caution as a winter storm is forecast to impact upstate regions beginning Wednesday afternoon, particularly in the North Country and parts of the Capital Region, Central New York, Finger Lakes, Mohawk Valley and Western New York, where snow or sleet is expected to slowly spread from the New York/Pennsylvania border northeast and reach parts of the North Country by Wednesday night.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 08:05 pm
Guns N' Roses return to the road on a massive 2023 world tour produced by Live Nation, headlining stadiums, festivals and arenas throughout the summer and fall.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 07:00 pm
The Taste of Buffalo, presented by Tops Friendly Markets, is inviting local artists (students and the general public alike) to capture its essence in art by entering in the 15th annual poster art contest. This year's festival, which celebrates the event's 40th birthday, is taking place July 8-9 in Niagara Square and on a portion of Delaware Avenue.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 04:35 pm
With another winter storm heading our way, National Grid has increased staffing and is extending evening and overnight work shifts in preparation for snow, sleet, ice and potential high winds across portions of upstate New York Wednesday and Thursday. In addition, the company has activated its comprehensive emergency response plan, including:
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 03:40 pm
Niagara Wheatfield High School announced the following students have been named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the second quarter marking period of the 2022-23 academic year.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 03:35 pm
Lewiston-Porter High School announced the following students were named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the second quarter marking period of the 2022-23 academic year.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 03:35 pm
Niagara County Legislator Chris Voccio, who just finished his first year on the legislature, announced he is seeking reelection to represent the Sixth Legislative District.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 03:20 pm
The 29th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards Executive Producer Jon Brockett revealed actors from "Babylon," "The Banshees of Inisherin," "Everything Everywhere All at Once," "The Fabelmans" and "Women Talking" will be introducing the clips of their nominated motion picture cast performances.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 03:20 pm
Food Network takes 10 up-and-coming chefs on the journey of a lifetime to Tuscany in the new primetime series "Ciao House," hosted by network all-star chef Alex Guarnaschelli and Tuscan-born chef Gabriele Bertaccini.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 03:20 pm
The Mount St. Mary's St. Francis Guild has "reimagined" its annual spring Pink Elephant Sale that was a tradition for many across the region. This year, the guild will host a "BLINGO" event on Thursday, March 23, at the Niagara Falls Country Club. The public is invited to attend this fundraiser - where the prizes for bingo winners will be bling.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 03:20 pm
In advance of Vietnam Veterans Day, Congressman Brian Higgins will hold an event to honor Western New York Vietnam veterans and to provide information about services and benefits available to all local veterans, including expanded benefits provided under the recently approved PACT Act.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 03:20 pm
The next meeting of the Buffalo and Erie County Greenway Fund Standing Committee will be conducted via Zoom at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22. For information on how to participate, contact Carol Sampson at 716-842-3232. The meeting will be recorded.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 03:20 pm
The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) reminds New Yorkers that a new law is in effect that "reiterates New York state's commitment to protecting workers who take legally protected absences from work."
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 03:15 pm
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are preparing for a storm expected to bring a mix of rain, sleet and snow across the state. The storm has the potential to impact all NYSEG and RG&E service areas, which includes Western New York, Rochester, Finger Lakes, Southern Tier, North Country, Capital Region, Hudson Valley and Westchester regions.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 03:15 pm
YMCA Buffalo Niagara's annual campaign kicked off Tuesday. Collectively, the association is seeking financial contributions to support the organization's planned $1.6 million charitable impact in 2023.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 02:35 pm
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit and special guest S.G. Goodman will perform on the Artpark Mainstage Theater at 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5. This concert is presented by Live Nation.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 02:30 pm
The Australian Pink Floyd Show will bring its North American "Darkside 50 Tour" to the Artpark Amphitheater at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 28.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 02:25 pm
Pitbull, Steve Miller Band and "Kane Brown: Drunk or Dreaming Tour" are three more top-tier entertainment acts coming to the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 02:20 pm
Celebrating a decade as a Gotee recording artist, Grammy Award-nominated, Dove Award-winning singer/songwriter Ryan Stevenson returns with "ABLE," what his team called, "a soul-stirring testimony of God's faithfulness."
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 01:50 pm
Shortly before 2 a.m. this morning, the Niagara Falls Police Department responded to a motel in the 9800 block of Niagara Falls Boulevard for a report of a woman stabbed. Upon arrival, officers found the body of a deceased 39-year-old female in one of the rooms.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 01:45 pm
Hotel-generated state and local tax revenue will reach new heights nationally ($46.71 billion) and in states across the nation this year, according to state-by-state projections released Tuesday by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Oxford Economics.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 01:45 pm
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips," the Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is providing tips to help consumers reduce spending on entertainment and recreation costs. These tips are part three of DCP's five-part consumer alert series to help New Yorkers save money amidst inflation and rising costs.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 01:45 pm
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino added another special performance to its May entertainment lineup, with a two-night performance by Debbie Gibson in The Bear's Den Showroom on Thursday, May 25, and Friday, May 26 (8 p.m.). Tickets go on sale at noon Friday, Feb. 24.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 01:40 pm
Alligator Records artists Tinsley Ellis and Marcia Ball will bring their "Acoustic Songs and Stories Tour" to the Kleinhans Music Hall's Mary Seaton Room in Buffalo on Saturday, March 25. Each artist will play a solo set and, to close the intimate evening, they will join forces and share some songs and stories together.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 10:05 am
At 6:04 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 19, Grand Island firefighters responded to a structure fire at the Chateau Motor Lodge Motel located on Grand Island Boulevard. The caller advised the dispatcher that smoke was seen coming from one of the room's windows.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 09:55 am
At approximately 8:30 p.m. Monday, the Niagara Falls Police Department responded to Jordan Gardens for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located a 16-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center where he was later pronounced dead.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 07:00 am
The open road beckons many people, inspiring everything from extensive adventures to short weekend jaunts. Whether a road trip lasts a few weeks or a few days, certain items should be packed along for the ride to ensure safety and convenience.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 07:00 am
Genealogy fascinates much of the general public. The number of people learning more about their families and heritage through genealogy increases year to year. According to FamilyTree.com, genealogy is the second only to gardening as the most popular hobby in the United States.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 06:55 am
Farmers have been pressured to increase production to meet the demand of a growing population. This may require employing more efficient measures to ensure maximum output. Unfortunately, efficiency doesn't always mesh with sustainability, so commercial operations have had to make some modifications to find a balance between serving the public and protecting the planet.
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Mon, Feb 20th 2023 04:45 pm
For the second consecutive year, M&T Bank has been recognized by Coalition Greenwich as a top brand in the financial services industry for its commitment to maintaining relationships with small-business customers.
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Mon, Feb 20th 2023 04:25 pm
Andrea T. Manyon, M.D., clinical professor and interim chair of the department of family medicine in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo, has been appointed chair of the department.
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Mon, Feb 20th 2023 11:10 am
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Mon, Feb 20th 2023 10:50 am
The weather is warming up, and so is the entertainment lineup at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. On Monday, the entertainment and resort destination announced comedian Robert Klein will perform a two-night set in The Bear's Den Showroom on Friday, May 19, and Saturday, May 20 (8 p.m.). These shows are part of the "Barrel of Laughs" comedy series.Tickets go on sale at noon Friday, Feb. 24.
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