Thu, Jun 5th 2025 01:00 pm
Ed Lilly is running for Town of Lewiston supervisor in the Republican primary, which will take place from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 24.
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Thu, Jun 5th 2025 12:25 pm
On the evening of May 13, the Starpoint Fine Arts Center was filled with excitement and pride as over 400 students, families and educators came together to celebrate the outstanding achievements of young writers at the annual literacy celebration, proudly sponsored by the Orleans-Niagara Teacher Center.
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Thu, Jun 5th 2025 12:25 pm
The NFL Foundation announced it is awarding grants totaling approximately $1 million to more than 400 NFL players, legends and coaches who are hosting free youth football camps in communities across the country this summer.
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Thu, Jun 5th 2025 12:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced funding is available from the new $100 million Building Recreational Infrastructure for Communities, Kids and Seniors (NY BRICKS) capital grant program. Hochul secured this funding in the FY 2026 enacted budget to support municipalities and nonprofit organizations in building or renovating community centers that promote physical health, mental well-being, and community connections for youth and older adults.
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Thu, Jun 5th 2025 12:25 pm
Madonna announces the long-rumored project "Veronica Electronica" featuring rare and unreleased remixes from her critically acclaimed album "Ray of Light." This pivotal moment in Madonna's singular career will also be highlighted with a new release from the "Silver Collection," Madonna's ongoing career-spanning series of collectible, limited-edition silver vinyl reissues of her unparalleled catalog.
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Thu, Jun 5th 2025 12:20 pm
"As if!!!!" UMe marks the 30th anniversary of Paramount Pictures' 1995 comedy classic "Clueless" by releasing the movie's soundtrack on both standard weight vinyl and a limited-edition standard weight pink colored vinyl - available now.
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Thu, Jun 5th 2025 12:20 pm
Perry's Ice Cream, a beloved leader in premium ice cream for over 100 years, is thrilled to announce its latest novelty innovation: Nutty Sundae Ice Cream Bars. Raising the bar on the classic sundae cone, this new, convenient treat is sure to delight ice cream lovers everywhere.
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Thu, Jun 5th 2025 12:20 pm
The Friends of the Ransomville Free Library book sale is 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. June 12, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 13, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 14.
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Thu, Jun 5th 2025 12:20 pm
Information for safe, legal and environmentally friendly boating on New York state waters in 2025 is now available from NY Sea Grant at www.nyseagrant.org/safeboating. NYSG has updated resources and links on the website to help novice and experienced boaters.
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Thu, Jun 5th 2025 12:20 pm
For the past three years, Niagara Wheatfield Central School District Art teachers Tracy Bloom and Jamie Gilbert have been collaborating on a stained-glass piece as part of their curriculum. It was designed to help students - many of whom were coming from the Tuscarora territory - feel more connected to the school community.
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Wed, Jun 4th 2025 05:00 pm
The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America announced it raised over $1.4 million after completing its 29th anniversary ride, which took place May 3-9. Funds raised directly benefit Victory Junction - a camp in Randleman, North Carolina, servicing children with chronic medical illnesses. The ride's donation supports summer camperships, building projects and maintenance programs.
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Wed, Jun 4th 2025 05:00 pm
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens' new "Butterfly Experience" opens this weekend and will be open daily from June 7 to Aug. 3. Hundreds of live butterflies have taken flight in their newly renovated tropical orchard. The live butterfly exhibit will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at buffalogardens.com.
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Wed, Jun 4th 2025 05:00 pm
Niagara Falls Juneteenth weekend celebrations will kick off on Saturday, June 14, with a parade and community art and cultural festival hosted by the Niagara Arts and Cultural Center and organized by the Juneteenth committee and the Niagara Storm Youth Organization.
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Wed, Jun 4th 2025 04:55 pm
More than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the U.S. each year, and 90% of people who have a cardiac arrest will not survive. The American Heart Association, devoted to changing the future to a world of healthier lives for all, is calling on parents and families to make this summer as safe as it is fun.
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Wed, Jun 4th 2025 04:55 pm
Jewish Family Services of WNY (JFS) announced it has been awarded $400,000 in county and state grants to expand the services offered at its Niagara Falls location.
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Wed, Jun 4th 2025 04:55 pm
Wegmans Food Markets today kicked off its companywide "Fill the Bus/Fill the Backpack" scan campaign to raise money for the company's 48 Feeding America food bank partners. Starting June 4, customers can donate $3, $5, or any amount at checkout, with 100% of the proceeds going to each store's local food bank.
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Wed, Jun 4th 2025 04:50 pm
Niagara County and New York state will once take part in a nationally coordinated effort to halt the spread of raccoon rabies in 13 states.
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Tue, Jun 3rd 2025 02:40 pm
Northwest Bank is proud to announce that Jenna Sweeney has been selected to receive the John O. Hanna Scholarship Award from the Northwest Bancshares, Inc. Charitable Foundation in the amount of $2,000.
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Tue, Jun 3rd 2025 02:20 pm
Girl Scouts of Western New York (GSWNY) proudly announced the 2025 Gold Award Girl Scouts for Erie and Niagara counties.
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Tue, Jun 3rd 2025 01:55 pm
Today, five-time Grammy award-winning rap icon Lil Wayne announced his "Tha Carter VI" tour, a special North American run following the release of his highly anticipated album "Tha Carter VI," and celebrating over 20 years of his iconic "Tha Carter: album series.
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Tue, Jun 3rd 2025 01:55 pm
Grammy Award-winning artist, producer, songwriter, entrepreneur and global cultural icon T-Pain has announced the "TP20" fall tour to celebrate 20 years of legendary music, moments and the Nappy Boy empire he's built since the release of his debut album, "Rappa Ternt Sanga," in 2005.
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Tue, Jun 3rd 2025 01:55 pm
Erie County is pleased to announce a new call for artists as part of the "Arts in Public Places" program, focusing on works to be installed exclusively in the Buffalo Convention Center. This opportunity is for artists residing in Erie County, with selected projects receiving funding of up to $2,000 per piece.
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Tue, Jun 3rd 2025 01:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today proclaimed June as Worker Safety Month as part of her continued commitment to keep New Yorkers safe while on the job.
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Tue, Jun 3rd 2025 01:50 pm
The Country Music Association and ABC announced "CMA Fest presented by SoFi" will air Thursday, June 26 (8 p.m. ET), on ABC, and stream on Hulu the following day. Country stars Cody Johnson and Ashley McBryde host the star-studded, three-hour television event, set to be filmed in the heart of Nashville during the 52nd CMA Fest later this week.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 07:40 pm
Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced 19-year-old male from Newburg was sentenced this morning before Amherst Town Court Justice Jeff Marion to a one-year conditional discharge. The defendant, who was 18 years old at the time of the crime, was adjudicated as a youthful offender.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 07:35 pm
On Global Heat Action Day, Gov. Kathy Hochul highlighted new and enhanced resources available to protect New York communities from extreme heat this summer.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 07:35 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is celebrating Pride Month in a variety of ways - from flag-raisings to events across the state.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 11:10 am
Gotee Records' worship artist Jon Reddick released his highly anticipated album, "NO FEAR," on Friday. With the release of this new album, Reddick is celebrating his career's first radio No. 1 single with the title track "NO FEAR."
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 11:05 am
Tenth Avenue North released its 10th full-length album, "Learning To Trust," on Friday. An intensely personal album filled with real struggles and years of growth in song, the work showcases the band: frontman and co-founder Mike Donehey, three new members - but with the same passion and mission.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 11:00 am
The greatest rivalry in sports returns to the ice this winter as the U.S. Women's National Team will face the Canadian Women's National Team as part of the four-game 2025 Rivalry Series, Presented by Discover.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 11:00 am
Lakewood Music released a new EP, "Nothing Is Over," on Friday. The five-song EP includes "Nothing Is Over" and "Carry It Well," featuring Mitch Wong and "Full Surrender," featuring Alexander Pappas.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 11:00 am
Grammy-nominated and multi-Platinum modern worship artist Phil Wickham released a brand-new single, "Homesick For Heaven," on Friday. This song paints a beautiful picture of longing for our time in Heaven. It was co-written with Jonathan Smith.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 10:55 am
The cities of Tonawanda and North Tonawanda are proud to announce a season-long celebration of the bicentennial of the Erie Canal, which first opened Oct. 26, 1825. As the western gateway to the Erie Canal and home to the renowned Gateway Harbor Park, our communities are coming together to commemorate this historic milestone with a series of exciting events from June through October.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 10:55 am
Read to Succeed Buffalo (RTSB) is expanding its AARP Foundation Experience Corps Program to serve students in first and second grade in Niagara Falls City Schools. Since 2016, RTSB has been recruiting and training older adult volunteers as literacy tutor/mentors for students, pre-K-third Grade, in the Buffalo Public Schools.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 10:55 am
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced the launch of a nation-leading $100 million freshwater fish hatchery modernization plan.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 10:50 am
Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper announced the completion and grand-opening of the Buffalo Blueway site enhancements at Erie County's Thomas F. Higgins Riverfront Park adjacent to the Bailey Avenue bridge, at the confluence of the Buffalo River and Cazenovia Creek.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 10:50 am
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz was joined Friday by Erie County Sheriff John Garcia, staff from the Department of Environment and Planning and the sheriff's office, and representatives of DLR Group to detail the results of the Erie County Holding Center and Erie County Correctional Facility Comprehensive Facility and Operational Needs Assessment, initiated in response to increasing concerns about the poor conditions and high costs of operating two aging facilities, the holding center in downtown Buffalo and the correctional facility in Alden, given the significantly reduced populations of incarcerated individuals.
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Mon, Jun 2nd 2025 10:50 am
Summer is here, and Tops Friendly Markets is helping families make the most of it - while staying on budget. With the launch of its new "Hot Spot for Summer Savings," Tops is offering locked-in low prices on hundreds of brand favorites. Whether it's groceries for the lake, backyard barbecues, or everyday essentials, shoppers can count on real savings that last all season long.
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Fri, May 30th 2025 11:00 pm
Island Records today announced details of 'Stories Of Surrender EP', a new, limited-edition three-track live EP from Bono, set for release on May 30 to accompany the acclaimed Apple Original Film titled "Bono: Stories of Surrender," also available from May 30 on Apple TV+.
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Fri, May 30th 2025 04:25 pm
The county clerks in Orleans and Niagara counties today warned residents that a text scam involving fake Department of Motor Vehicle notifications has been circulating extensively to residents of both counties in recent weeks. Orleans County Clerk Nadine Hanlon and Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski said that, while the scam is nothing new, their offices have been inundated with calls from local residents expressing concern.
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