Thu, Mar 12th 2026 11:00 am
Niagara County Legislator Shawn Foti reminds residents that the county has begun accepting reservations for picnic shelters in county parks for this summer. The county operates five parks: Krull, Oppenheim, Royalton Ravine, West Canal Marina and Burmaster at Bond Lake. Boaters can also reserve boat slips at West Canal Marina.
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Thu, Mar 12th 2026 11:00 am
During National Nutrition Month, the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) reminds older New Yorkers and caregivers of the many state and local programs available to support overall health and wellness, particularly nutritional health for individuals age 60 and over.
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Thu, Mar 12th 2026 11:00 am
The Buffalo Niagara Builders Association (BNBA) today warned that the state's current energy policies under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) and related electrification mandates risk significantly increasing the cost of building and owning a home, further worsening New York's housing affordability crisis.
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Wed, Mar 11th 2026 09:05 pm
Rose Byrne, Nicole Kidman, Jimmy Kimmel, Delroy Lindo, Ewan McGregor, Wagner Moura, Pedro Pascal, Bill Pullman, Lewis Pullman, Channing Tatum and Sigourney Weaver will present at the 98th Oscars, executive producer and showrunner Raj Kapoor and executive producer Katy Mullan announced. Matt Berry will serve as the announcer for this year's show.
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Wed, Mar 11th 2026 09:05 pm
The University at Buffalo and Broadview Federal Credit Union have announced a long-term, multi-tiered partnership that includes naming rights for the Bulls football stadium, basketball arena and an "athletics village," as well as funding for student scholarships and UB's student emergency fund.
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Wed, Mar 11th 2026 09:05 pm
The Niagara History Center is happy to announce the return of its April lecture series held at the Historic Palace Theater, 2 East Ave. 2026 is the semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary, of the founding of the United States of America, when the founding fathers put pen to paper to officially declare their independence from Great Britain.
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Wed, Mar 11th 2026 09:05 pm
The Niagara History Center is happy to announce the return or its annual fundraising dinner at the famous Shamus Restaurant at 98 West Ave., Lockport. This delicious event will take place from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 14. Enjoy local favorites with a special Irish flare with your fellow members of the Niagara County and Western New York community.
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Wed, Mar 11th 2026 09:05 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance encourages eligible New Yorkers to take advantage of its free taxpayer assistance program. During a scheduled session, Tax Department representatives will guide taxpayers through free tax preparation software step-by-step as they complete and file their own tax return.
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Wed, Mar 11th 2026 09:05 pm
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Wed, Mar 11th 2026 09:05 pm
New York Sea Grant announced the 2026 Upstate New York Seafood Summit will be held from 1-4 p.m. April 9 at the Oswego Public Library.
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Wed, Mar 11th 2026 09:05 pm
Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti announced law enforcement agencies throughout Niagara County will participate in a coordinated statewide initiative aimed at raising awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and enhancing roadway safety during St. Patrick's Day celebrations.
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Wed, Mar 11th 2026 09:40 am
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Wed, Mar 11th 2026 07:00 am
Imagine you're crossing the street when everything goes dark. When you come to, you're lying in the road, in pain, unsure what happened - except for the red taillights disappearing into the night. No driver. No help. No one calling 911.
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 11:20 pm
Niagara History Center is happy to announce the return of its "Free Family Nights" at the museum complex at 215 Niagara St., Lockport. "Local Fossils & Dino Hunter" will take place from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 24.
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 11:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul directed flags on all state government buildings be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, March 11, in honor of political strategist and former New York City Council member Ronnie Eldridge.
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 11:20 pm
Misty City Music Festival returns to Niagara Falls, Ontario, Sept. 18-20, expanding into a three-day country music celebration at the Fallsview Resort & Casino event grounds. Following a successful debut year, the festival is doubling down on its country roots with a lineup led by legendary country duo Brooks & Dunn and fan-favorite Jon Pardi.
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 11:20 pm
Executive producer and showrunner Raj Kapoor and executive producer Katy Mullan announced the lineup of talent set to perform at the 98th Oscars. Hosted by Conan O'Brien, "The Oscars" will air live on ABC and stream live on Hulu Sunday, March 15 (7 p.m. EDT), with the official live red carpet show airing at 6:30 p.m.
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 11:15 pm
Town of Newfane Supervisor John Syracuse announced a sewer main break first identified on March 3 has been successfully contained.
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 11:15 pm
Adding some fun to a friendly rivalry between the U.S. and Canada men's hockey teams, Jim Diodati, the mayor of Niagara Falls, Ontario, and Robert Restaino, mayor of Niagara Falls, New York, placed a wager on the 2026 Olympic gold medal game.
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 11:15 pm
The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo will mark its 180th anniversary at a "Night of Distinction," recognizing leaders whose vision continues to shape health care in Western New York.
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 11:15 pm
Leaders from retail, digital commerce and academia will connect with experts in the University at Buffalo School of Management at a conference to examine how artificial intelligence is changing how brands reach customers, analyze data and make decisions.
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 11:10 pm
The Oliver G. & Sarah Sloan Bauman Fund for the Arts is accepting grant applications for its 2026 granting cycle.
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 11:10 pm
7th annual Risk tournament & raffle for Second Chance Boxer Rescue is coming to the Casual Dragon Games starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 21, with $7,000 in prizes to be raffled off and over $400 in prizes for the tournament final table. All proceeds will go to Second Chance Boxer Rescue.
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Tue, Mar 10th 2026 12:25 pm
Registration is now open for Old Fort Niagara's 300th anniversary history symposium: "Politics, Trade and Diplomacy on the New York Frontier." The event will be held Saturday, April 25, at the Fort Niagara Officers Club adjacent to the Old Fort. Hours for the program are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 03:00 pm
Due to the allocation of resources to ongoing operations in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2026 "Thunder of Niagara" air show.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 12:05 pm
A new exhibition of Latinx painting that explores contemporary artists' innovations and interventions is now open to the public, on the third floor of the Gundlach Building, at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum. This established tradition of painting, on a variety of themes and in various mediums, reveals the diversity and expansiveness of the art form; presented in the timeliest fashion.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 11:50 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York State Police and local law enforcement patrols will be increased through St. Patrick's Day to combat drunk, impaired and reckless driving. This annual traffic safety enforcement period began Monday, March 9, and runs through Tuesday, March 17.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 11:50 am
Following the success of "Glow-N-Fire" in 2025, which won the Pollstar Family Show of the Year award, "Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live" is thrilled to continue the momentum into 2026 by introducing an all-new truck to the tour: Rhinomite - the dynamite rhino-themed truck.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 11:50 am
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 11:50 am
Join the Lewiston Council on the Arts for a special screening of "La Notte," a 1961 drama film written and directed by Michelangelo Antonioni and starring Marcello Mastroianni, Jeanne Moreau and Monica Vitti.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 11:45 am
"Harry Styles. One Night in Manchester" is available to watch on Netflix globally. This exclusive special features the full performance of Styles' fourth studio album, "Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally," filmed live in Manchester on the day of release. The first time fans can watch a complete show again and again.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 11:45 am
The Buffalo Society of Artists invites the art community and public to celebrate the opening season of the 135th anniversary of the formation of the BSA at the opening reception of the 2026 "Thumb Box" exhibition at 6 p.m. Friday, March 13.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 11:45 am
The Historical Association of Lewiston is pleased to welcome Richard Waite for its next program. "She Went Like the Wind; Engine 999 Set a World Record!" will be presented at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 26, at the Lutheran Church of the Messiah Fellowship Hall, 915 Oneida St., Lewiston.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 10:20 am
Artpark announces that Cole Swindell at the Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 09:00 am
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.48, up 48 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.09. The New York state average is $3.40, up 39 cents from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.14.
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Mon, Mar 9th 2026 09:00 am
Temperatures are on the rise, which could mean long lines at the car wash - but it's worth the wait. AAA reminds drivers that salt, snow and ice can wreak havoc on your car. In fact, a buildup of salt on your vehicle can lead to rusting or corrosion. This is especially true if there are scratches or dents where the paint has come off. Regularly scheduled car washes can help protect your vehicle.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 04:45 pm
The KeyBank Foundation is investing $500,000 in Say Yes Niagara Falls to help remove financial barriers to higher education for public school students in the Niagara Falls City School District.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 04:05 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens announced its "Butterfly Experience" will return from May 16 to July 19. Hundreds of live butterflies will take flight in the Tropical Orchard greenhouse. The live butterfly exhibit will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and a new "Butterfly Release" encounter will be available at a separate ticket price on select Saturdays.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 04:05 pm
The City of Niagara Falls will conduct the inaugural public meeting for the public plaza and main street streetscape improvements project from 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, at the Niagara Falls Train Station, at 825 Depot Ave. There will be a brief presentation about the project followed by an informal and interactive open house.
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Fri, Mar 6th 2026 04:05 pm
Offering a vital reminder that "the world's a better place with you in it," acclaimed WieRok Records husband/wife duo Grace + Max return with "Better Place," their second single of the year and most personal track to date. Written by the couple, the autobiographical ballad draws inspiration from the hope they've found amidst Grace's ongoing battle with depression.
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