Mon, Nov 26th 2018 08:00 pm
In partnership with the Western New York Land Conservancy, and with funding provided by Oath Community Benefit Fund for Niagara County, under the direction of Empire State Development, Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper has completed the final phase of the restoration project along the shoreline at the Stella Niagara Preserve's landing in Lewiston.
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 07:55 pm
Polka music fans are asked to bring winter, holiday and personal items to the annual Christmas sing-along, hosted by Buffalo's Special Delivery Band. Items will benefit St. Luke's Mission of Mercy, an independent mission in the Roman Catholic tradition located in the inner city of Buffalo.
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 07:55 pm
Learn about different types of Christmas ornaments and trimmings, and make a unique decoration with the family to add to holiday collections, as part of the History Center's December Family Night. The event will take place at the Niagara History Center, 215 Niagara St. Lockport, on Tuesday, Dec. 18. The event's guide is local event planner and owner of Small Indulgences, Lesley Mucha.
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 07:55 pm
The 71st Emmy Awards returns to FOX, airing LIVE coast to coast from the Microsoft Theater at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019 (8-11 PM ET). The announcement was made jointly by the Television Academy and FOX.
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 07:55 pm
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski announced the Niagara Falls DMV, located at 1001 11th St., will delay opening by one hour on Tuesday, Nov. 27, to accommodate an equipment update by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles.
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 07:55 pm
Chefs Anne Burrell and Tyler Florence are back in January to whip disastrous cooks into tip-top culinary shape in the return of fan-favorite series "Worst Cooks in America." In the nine-episode season, Burrell and Florence each lead a team of kitchen nightmares through a rigorous culinary boot camp designed to improve their food skills.
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 07:55 pm
The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team, in partnership with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, will again take part in the NHL's "Hockey Fights Cancer." This year's program will take place during the team's home game against the San Jose Sharks at 7 p.m. tomorrow.
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 11:35 am
dick clark productions and ABC today announced hosts and musical performances for America's biggest live New Year's television broadcast, "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2019." Emmy-winning producer and television/radio personality Ryan Seacrest will return to host from Times Square for his 13th year, with live onsite reporting by actress and comedian Jenny McCarthy.
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 11:35 am
Two Niagara University Theatre alumni and 12 current students presented two numbers from the musical "Grease," as part of Roswell Park Cancer Institute's annual gala on Saturday, Nov. 10. The event was themed "Summer Nights" in celebration of the 40th anniversary of the film.
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 11:35 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.56, down 6 cents from last week. One year ago, the price was $2.51. The New York state average is $2.83 - down 4 cents from last week. A year ago, the state average was $2.68.
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 11:35 am
The Buffalo Sabres announced the team will partner with Child & Family Services of Buffalo for "Sabres Holiday Angels." The adopt-a-family program allows Sabres fans to support neighbors in need this holiday season.
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 11:35 am
Multi-Platinum, four-time Grammy-nominated band Goo Goo Dolls have released "The Audience is That Way (The Rest of The Show) Vol. 2" via Warner Bros. Records, a brand-new 10-track live album recorded across the band's recent tours. The record marks the second volume of a two-part compilation series and was preceded by the companion live album, "The Audience is This Way," which arrived on July 21. Each release contains 10 different never-before-heard recordings of some of their most iconic hits.
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 07:00 am
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce is preparing for a successful Lewiston Christmas Walk and Tour of Homes weekend Dec. 1-2. The busy, two-day weekend features boutique shopping, a North Pole mailbox, carriage rides, a petting zoo and a home tour (ticketed event).
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 07:00 am
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University will host its annual "Holiday Bash" from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7.
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Mon, Nov 26th 2018 07:00 am
Celebrate the season with the Niagara University Opportunity Program as it presents its annual Christmas benefit concert at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7,in the Russell Salvatore Dining Commons on campus. The event is free and open to the public, though a free-will offering is suggested. Proceeds will benefit Community Missions. Last year, more than $1,000 was raised to support Community Missions' programs and services.
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Sat, Nov 24th 2018 07:00 am
Theodora "Teddy" Linenfelser (née Klingel) of Grand Island entered into rest Nov. 16, 2018.
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Sat, Nov 24th 2018 07:00 am
Roy Milton Ehlenfield of Grand Island entered into rest on Nov. 15, 2018, at the age of 84.
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Sat, Nov 24th 2018 07:00 am
Excitement is growing for an all-inclusive play area unlike anything else in Lewiston. Village officials met recently to review a near-final set of designs for Mason's Mission Playground at Marilyn Toohey Park. When completed - hopefully by next summer - the playground is expected to be almost 14,000 square feet.
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Sat, Nov 24th 2018 07:00 am
The law firm of Lipsitz Green Scime Cambria announced Diane M. Perri Roberts of Lewiston was named a 2018 recipient of the Shira A. Scheindlin Award for Excellence in the Courtroom by the New York State Bar Association.
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Sat, Nov 24th 2018 07:00 am
As a mother and a grandmother, I understand how important it is for children to enjoy the freedom, adventure and social interaction that takes place every day on America's playgrounds - but many of our youngest residents are being left behind.
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Sat, Nov 24th 2018 07:00 am
In her first year of business on Main Street, Rebecca Poletti has, essentially, reinvented herself. A chef who was famous in Lewiston for her cookies, scones, pies and, more recently, heavenly breakfast offerings, has come to Youngstown and discovered dinner.
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Sat, Nov 24th 2018 07:00 am
The Grand Island Central School District will hold a public referendum on Tuesday, Jan. 8, to seek voter approval for a proposed $24,149,626 capital project.
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Sat, Nov 24th 2018 06:55 am
Grand Island Town Supervisor Nate McMurray had not conceded as of Wednesday after Erie County election results were counted in his race for Congress against Chris Collins.
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Fri, Nov 23rd 2018 07:00 am
A Niagara Gorge Corridor Parkway Removal Project (Main Street to Findlay Drive) public information meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, at the Niagara Falls Train Station & Customhouse Interpretive Center, 825 Depot St. W.
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Fri, Nov 23rd 2018 07:00 am
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving - a day to step away from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and consider gifting to causes that make life better for us all.
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 11:30 pm
Community Missions of the Niagara Frontier is participating in #GivingTuesday on Nov. 27. This event takes place every year on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving and contrasts Black Friday and Cyber Monday, in an effort to kick off the holiday season with generosity to the community.
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 11:25 pm
U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer paid a special visit Tuesday to the Lewiston-Queenston Bridge to announce the start-up of a phase two, $91 million modernization of the U.S. Customs Plaza at the bridge complex in Lewiston.
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 10:50 pm
NY-27 congressional candidate Nate McMurray issued the following statement on the Eric County election results on Wednesday, and the next steps for his campaign:
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 10:45 pm
New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli is urging New Yorkers to read the fine print on gift cards this holiday season for details about fees and expiration dates. While some gift card sellers have done away with inactivity fees, consumers should still ask whether fees apply when purchasing a gift card.
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 10:45 pm
As New Yorkers prepare for the holiday shopping season, Attorney General Barbara D. Underwood issued tips to help consumers protect themselves on Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 10:40 pm
M&T Bank has announced the return of "Gift of Warmth," the area's longest-running warm clothing collection program for local families in need. Nov. 26 through Jan. 4, all 65 M&T branches throughout Western New York will collect donations of new mittens, gloves, scarves, hats and coats on behalf of The Salvation Army of Buffalo.
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 10:40 pm
The Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday announced the team recalled defenseman Lawrence Pilut from the Rochester Americans (AHL).
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 10:40 pm
United Way of Greater Niagara received $5,000 from Northwest Bank. The check was presented to President and CEO of United Way of Greater Niagara Connie Brown by Northwest Senior Vice President and Central District Manager Theresa Vertalino and Lewiston Branch Manager Gloria Baker.
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 10:35 pm
"I will vote to elect Nancy Pelosi as speaker of the House of Representatives."
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 10:35 pm
Empire State Development and the New York State Departments of Labor, Taxation and Finance, and Agriculture and Markets encourage all New Yorkers to support their local small businesses on Small Business Saturday, which falls this year on Nov. 24. By choosing to shop locally Saturday, and every day, New Yorkers are investing in their neighborhoods, strengthening their communities, and keeping tax dollars within the Empire State.
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 10:30 pm
As part of Jingle Falls USA, outdoor ice skating is returning to Niagara Falls from Nov. 30 through the holiday season. Residents and tourists alike are welcomed to skate, spend time in the city and check out the many events that Jingle Falls USA has to offer.
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 10:30 pm
While the holidays are usually a time of joy and cheer, getting ready for them can be stressful and overwhelming - especially if you're rushing. Research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found nearly 80 percent of drivers expressed significant anger, aggression or road rage behind the wheel at least once in the past year. As holiday shoppers rush out for Black Friday and continue shopping throughout the coming weeks, AAA Western and Central New York is reminding motorists to pack their patience.
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 10:25 pm
The staff and management of the Anchor Bar and Anchor Bar Franchise and Development Co. are saddened to share that Ivano Toscani, owner and general manager of the Anchor Bar, passed away today from a prolonged illness. Ivano was 68 years old.
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 01:30 pm
Small Business Saturday will be celebrated in Sanborn on Nov. 24, with many of the stores offering promotions on Sunday as well.
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Wed, Nov 21st 2018 01:30 pm
The Niagara-Wheatfield Board of Education meeting to be held on Nov. 28, will begin at 6 p.m. with an anticipated executive session. The public meeting is expected to begin at 7 p.m. The meeting is held in the High School Adult Learning Center, 2292 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn.
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