Thu, Jan 29th 2026 03:20 pm
Destination Niagara USA has announced the addition of three distinguished professionals to its board of directors for 2026: Anna Pierce, vice president at Rainbow Air Inc.; Dave Wedekindt, president of Artpark & Company; and John Kinney, founder and owner of Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours. Each brings decades of experience, leadership and dedication to the Niagara Falls tourism community.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 03:15 pm
The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo announced the 2025 Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Arts & Culture Initiative awards totaling over $421,000 to support 46 small- to mid-sized arts organizations serving the eight counties of Western New York, plus Monroe County, through its competitive grants process.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 02:50 pm
The crutches and walking boot worn by Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen on Thursday were a bit of a surprise. So, too, was it a bit surprising to some that he was involved in the team's hiring process to find a new coach.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 02:35 pm
Brady was the first of nine candidates interviewed, with extensive debriefings and consultations conducted after each session.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 02:30 pm
Given the weeks of sub-freezing temperatures and near-continuous snowfall Western New York has seen lately, it would take a lot for a south Florida native to want to spend their winters in Buffalo. But from the moment Sean McDermott was let go as coach of the Buffalo Bills, Joe Brady knew that's exactly what he wanted.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 01:00 pm
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz was joined Thursday by employees from the Erie County Department of Social Services, representatives of the Community Action Organization of WNY, New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance Commissioner Barbara Guinn and various community stakeholders to announce new strategies aimed to battle poverty in the City of Buffalo by utilizing $12.5 million to support programming that will be offered by community partners.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 12:40 pm
Back by popular demand, "The Book of Mormon," which last entertained Buffalo audiences in 2019, returns to Shea's Buffalo Theatre from June 19-21. The limited, five-performance engagement is part of the Gallagher Encore Specials, presented by Shea's Performing Arts Center and Broadway presenting partner Albert Nocciolino.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 11:50 am
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 11:25 am
"Mayor of Flavortown" Guy Fieri will welcome the world to the tastiest place on earth in the new Food Network series "Flavortown Food Fight," premiering Wednesday, March 4 (9 p.m. ET/PT), and streaming the next day on HBO Max and discovery+.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 11:10 am
The Buffalo African American Museum is excited to announce the fourth annual "Together As One: The Journey Continues," a regionwide celebration of Black History Month.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 11:00 am
Beck is sending us all a very special Valentine's Day gift in the form of "Everybody's Gotta Learn Sometime," a beautifully crafted eight-song mini-album collecting some of his most beloved standalone singles and soundtrack contributions, eclectic cover versions and a couple of exclusive previously unreleased recordings.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 10:20 am
Iconic Italian legend and one of the most beloved and recognized musical voices in the world, maestro Andrea Bocelli, announced new dates for his 2026 "Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour," celebrating his widely acclaimed 1997 breakthrough album "Romanza."
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 09:50 am
New York State United Teachers has ranked first nationally for the third consecutive year in fundraising for the American Cancer Society's 2025 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign.
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Thu, Jan 29th 2026 09:50 am
Catholic Charities of Buffalo announced the release of its 2025 report to the community, which highlights how the agency has continued to serve those in need while adapting its programs and services to meet the changing needs of the community.
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Wed, Jan 28th 2026 09:15 pm
Three-time Grammy Award-winner Brad Paisley will appear on "American Idol" this season as a guest mentor, alongside Keke Palmer, offering his guidance and musical expertise to this season's top 20 hopefuls.
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Wed, Jan 28th 2026 09:15 pm
Hallmark Media and Churchill Downs Racetrack are proud to announce "Kentucky Roses," an all-new original movie shot on location at the iconic Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby.
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Wed, Jan 28th 2026 09:10 pm
Emmy Award-winning hosts Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos will again host the "After the Oscars Show" from the famed Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in front of thousands of early-bird, energized fans - LIVE at 9 a.m. EST. Monday, March 16.
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Wed, Jan 28th 2026 09:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the State University of New York system is updating expectations for all educator preparation programs to align with the "Science of Reading," which is a set of evidence-based principles for providing literacy instruction.
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Wed, Jan 28th 2026 09:10 pm
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Wed, Jan 28th 2026 09:10 pm
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is warning sports fans to stay vigilant and beware of scammers leading up to upcoming major sporting events.
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Tue, Jan 27th 2026 08:20 pm
SUNY Niagara's leadership has approved a revised institutional mission, a new vision statement and five-year strategic plan to support it. The plan, named "Future Forward 2026-2030," goes into effect this month following its unanimous approval at the college's board of trustees meeting in November.
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Tue, Jan 27th 2026 08:10 pm
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Tue, Jan 27th 2026 08:10 pm
As freezing winter temperatures grip Niagara County, Niagara Gospel Mission is leading critical, life-saving efforts through its Code Blue emergency outreach program, working daily to protect vulnerable individuals from exposure and hypothermia.
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Tue, Jan 27th 2026 08:10 pm
With the ongoing cold snap, AAA Insurance is seeing an increase in claims for home damage from bursting frozen pipes, which are at risk of freezing every winter due to sudden temperature drops, poor insulation or incorrect thermostat settings.
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Tue, Jan 27th 2026 08:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced that 16 landmarks across New York will be illuminated yellow this evening, Tuesday, Jan. 27, in recognition of International Holocaust Remembrance Day and in honor of the 6 million Jews murdered during the Holocaust.
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Tue, Jan 27th 2026 08:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the launch of the Health Care Access Loan Repayment (HEALR) program.
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Tue, Jan 27th 2026 08:05 pm
New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez announced a public listening session for "Queen City Forward."
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Tue, Jan 27th 2026 08:05 pm
Grammy Award-winning hitmaker Ne-Yo and Grammy Award-winning multi-Platinum recording artist Akon announce their co-headlining "Nights Like This" global tour. Produced by Live Nation, the massive 57-city tour will make a stop at Darien Lake Amphitheater in Darien Center on Friday, July 24.
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Tue, Jan 27th 2026 12:25 pm
Dave Matthews Band's U.S. headline tour will include a stop at Darien Lake Amphitheater in Darien Center on July 22.
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Tue, Jan 27th 2026 12:20 pm
Barry Manilow has announced seven new arena dates on his 2026 tour, extending the run into April with additional performances across the Northeast. Manilow will perform at Buffalo's KeyBank Center on April 22.
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Mon, Jan 26th 2026 07:55 pm
Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings are reuniting to tour behind the songs that took them to No. 1 in North America: "These Eyes," "No Time," "Laughing," "Undun," "No Sugar Tonight/New Mother Nature" and "American Woman." Moreover, the Canadian hitmakers are reclaiming the name they made famous: The Guess Who.
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Mon, Jan 26th 2026 04:00 pm
Grammy Award-winning, multi-Platinum-selling group Zac Brown Band announces the "Love & Fear" U.S. tour presented by Margaritaville at Sea.
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Mon, Jan 26th 2026 03:55 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns is reminding snowmobilers to renew their snowmobile registrations locally through the Erie County Auto Bureau. Registering within the county ensures that vital revenues stay right here in Erie County to support local services and infrastructure.
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Mon, Jan 26th 2026 02:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul reminds New Yorkers to take advantage of the state's recently expanded child tax credit, also known as the Empire State Child Credit (ESCC), a refundable credit which can either help offset taxes or be paid out directly to taxpayers as cash back in the form of a refund.
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Mon, Jan 26th 2026 10:35 am
It's Sunday morning of the NFL's conference championship weekend. I sit here with my Buffalo Bills "Billieve" mug, caffeinating away the thoughts of what could have been for Josh Allen and the Mafia today.
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Mon, Jan 26th 2026 10:30 am
"National Plan for Vacation Day" is Tuesday, Jan. 27. It takes place annually on the last "Travel Tuesday" in January, as a day to encourage Americans to plan their vacation days for the entire year at the start of the year.
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Mon, Jan 26th 2026 10:30 am
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.88, up 5 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.12. The New York state average remains just below the $3 per gallon threshold at $2.97, down 1 cent since last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.18.
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Mon, Jan 26th 2026 10:30 am
The University at Buffalo Department of Music is proud to present Roomful of Teeth, the Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble dedicated to reimagining the expressive capabilities of the human voice, in performance at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3, at Lippes Concert Hall, Slee Hall.
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Mon, Jan 26th 2026 10:30 am
Assembly member Jon D. Rivera was joined Friday by Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan and New York State Sen. April Baskin to announce that a vital community resource is once again serving Buffalo's West Side. Renovations to the pool at the Belle Center have officially been completed and the facility has reopened to the public.
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Mon, Jan 26th 2026 10:30 am
Bringing a bold new sense of abandon to their soulful fusion of timeless Americana and forward-thinking alt-rock, Grammy-nominated band NEEDTOBREATHE announced their 10th studio album, "The Long Surrender," via MCA. It's slated for release March 27.
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