Wed, May 21st 2025 03:15 pm
HBO and NFL Films reteam to present two upcoming editions of the groundbreaking series, "Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Buffalo Bills" debuting Tuesday, Aug. 5 (9 p.m. ET/PT), on HBO, with new episodes of the five-part series premiering on subsequent Tuesdays through Sept. 2; and "Hard Knocks: In Season with the NFC East" debuting this December. Both series will be available to stream on HBO Max.
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Wed, May 21st 2025 08:45 am
On May 20, voters in the Grand Island Central School District cast their ballots in favor of approving the 2025-26 budget by the vote of 558 in favor and 387 opposed. The budget for the school district's new fiscal year is $79,321,145. Proposition 2, which provides for the purchase of vehicles, passed by the vote of 573 in favor and 370 opposed.
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Wed, May 21st 2025 08:35 am
Shake Shack officially opens in Western New York today, at 1531 Niagara Falls Blvd., Suite 300, Amherst (next to Starbucks in the T.J. Maxx plaza).
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Wed, May 21st 2025 08:30 am
After years of struggle and perseverance, the Niagara Arts & Cultural Center has reached an important new milestone in its restoration and adaptive reuse of the former Niagara Falls High School with the completion of six ADA-compliant toilet rooms on the three floors of the main building.
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Wed, May 21st 2025 08:30 am
Wild Kritters of Niagara County has set the date and location of its annual basket raffle: Sunday, June 8, at the 3F Conservation Club, 904 Swann Road, Youngstown.
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Tue, May 20th 2025 06:40 pm
Another year of "Food Truck Thursdays" is in sight.
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Tue, May 20th 2025 06:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday visited the Cattaraugus Territory of the Seneca Nation of Indians to issue a formal apology for New York state's role in the operation of the Thomas Indian School.
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Tue, May 20th 2025 06:40 pm
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Tue, May 20th 2025 06:40 pm
The American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, invites Buffalo companies, communities and individuals to stop the cycle of stroke by raising critical funds to further research and education through CycleNation.
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Tue, May 20th 2025 06:35 pm
On Tuesday, various public, private, health care and nonprofit sector leaders from across the Western New York region gathered to unveil the "Crisis to Care Collaborative" - an innovative effort aimed at improving the response to people experiencing a mental health emergency.
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Tue, May 20th 2025 06:35 pm
This summer, Wegmans is helping customers enjoy the season with lower prices on must-have summer items. From meat to sides, and salads to desserts, customers can expect to spend less on their summer celebrations.
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Tue, May 20th 2025 06:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced preliminary figures from the Centers for Disease Control verifying her fight to reduce drug overdose deaths in New York state.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 08:25 pm
The Home Assistance Referral Team is holding its second annual golf tournament, "Swinging Fore Seniors," Monday, June 2, at Niagara Frontier Golf Club. The 18-hole scramble format begins with registration at 10 a.m. and a shotgun start at 11:30 a.m. It will include lunch, dinner, prizes and fun!
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Mon, May 19th 2025 08:25 pm
From dynamic dining and memorable celebrations to sizzling nightlife, it's clear that Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino and Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino have exactly what guests are looking for.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 08:25 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns will once again honor veterans who have received the Purple Heart by adding their names to the William J. Donovan Purple Heart Recipients Book of Merit.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 08:25 pm
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski said that, as planning moves forward for the county's Purple Heart celebration in August, anyone who knows of a Purple Heart veteran not already included in the Book of Honor must submit the necessary paperwork by Friday, May 30, to be part of the celebration.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 08:25 pm
Old Fort Niagara will host its third annual smoke dance competition, "Native Nations at Niagara," on Saturday, May 31.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 02:00 pm
Holland Roden ("Holidazed," "Teen Wolf"), Matthew Daddario ("Shadowhunters"), Tracy Pollan ("Natalee Holloway," "Justice for Natalee Holloway," "Law & Order: SVU"), Caroline Aaron ("Ghosts," "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel"), Steve Schirripa ("Blue Bloods," "The Sopranos") and Patti Murin (Broadway's "Frozen," "Mystic Christmas") are named to the starting lineup for "Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story," a new, original movie premiering this year during Hallmark Channel's 16th annual "Countdown to Christmas," the reigning MVP of holiday programming. Production begins today in Buffalo, at iconic locations throughout the region including Highmark Stadium - which is heading into its final season as the Bills home field - and in Oishei Children's Hospital.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 12:10 pm
Jamal Roberts was named the winner of "American Idol" on Sunday's season finale on ABC. He topped John Foster (second) and Breanna Nix (third).
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Mon, May 19th 2025 12:10 pm
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino announced a triple threat of two-night performances filled with hilarious comedy and legendary music in the Bear's Den Showroom.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 12:10 pm
This past weekend, a horse named Journalism showed us what a comeback looks like.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 12:10 pm
"Project Runway" will make its highly anticipated debut on Thursday, July 31, with a two-episode premiere starting at 9 p.m. EDT on Freeform and available to stream shortly after on Hulu and Disney+. Subsequent episodes will air weekly starting at 10 p.m. EDT.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 12:10 pm
Integrity Music's Aaron Williams has released his new album, "Abide," featuring seven congregational songs for the church. The title track, written a few years ago, has become a regular in Sunday morning set lists, currently sitting at No. 46 on the CCLI chart.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 12:10 pm
Beloved lead vocalist of one of Christian music's most distinct and iconic groups - Phillips, Craig & Dean - multi-Dove Award-winner Dan Dean steps into the solo spotlight with "More," his June 20 StowTown Records debut.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 12:00 pm
The Lewiston Choraleers will present three performances of its spring program "That's Entertainment." The dates, times, and locations of the performances are as follows:
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Mon, May 19th 2025 12:00 pm
Perry's Ice Cream, the brand known for its rich, creamy ice cream and innovative creations, is excited to announce the release of three new scoop shop flavors. These new additions to Perry's portfolio of flavors continue the brand's legacy of crafting unique and indulgent experiences for ice cream connoisseurs.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 12:00 pm
SUNY Niagara honored the Class of 2025 on Saturday in a celebration held on its campus in Sanborn. More than 300 students and their families attended the college's 61st commencement ceremony.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 12:00 pm
On Friday, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner announced more than $9 million in Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) funding for eligible Native American Tribes and Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs) in New York to carry out affordable housing activities in Indian Country. Nationally, HUD awarded $1.1 billion in IHBG funding.
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Mon, May 19th 2025 12:00 pm
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.18, up 4 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.59. The New York state average is $3.13, up 4 cents from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.70.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 03:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced 15 state landmarks will be illuminated blue on the evening of May 16 in recognition of National Police Week, which runs from May 11-17.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
Chris Tomlin, one of the most successful Christian touring artists in the world - having sold out venues across the country including Madison Square Garden, the Hollywood Bowl, Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater and Bridgestone Arena - will bring his powerful night of worship back to its roots and where it all began: in churches across the country.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
May is National Bicycle Safety Month, a celebration of biking as transportation and recreation that is essential to our well-being and everyday lives. Bike to Work Week wraps up on Sunday, May 18, with Bike to Work Day falling on May 16. The events are designed to encourage people to find ways to celebrate biking every day.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
The Erie County Fair is proud to continue its tradition of honoring veterans and active military personnel during its 12-day run in August. Each evening, one individual will be recognized as a "Flag Retreat Honoree of the Day" during the patriotic flag retreat ceremony in Slade Park.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation begins its recreational boating season to coincide with National Safe Boating Week.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District, received a total of $235.6 million in the Fiscal Year 2025 Work Plan for Army Civil Works to strengthen critical infrastructure across three states and the shoreline of lakes Erie and Ontario and for Manhattan Project cleanup.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
For many of us, Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, when many people dust off their grills to celebrate the holiday and prepare for outdoor cooking in the warmer months ahead. As they do, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) offers important safety tips and guidelines to help ensure that the grilling season remains fire-safe.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
The Social Security Administration has announced the most popular baby names in New York for 2024. Liam and Mia topped the list.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
YMCA Buffalo Niagara is launching a donation drive beginning Friday, May 16, to benefit Western New York veterans. The Y is looking for donations of the following hygiene products at any of its five wellness centers:
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul and Seneca Nation President J. Conrad Seneca announced plans for Hochul to visit Seneca Nation territory to apologize on behalf of New York state's role in the Thomas Indian School atrocities.
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Fri, May 16th 2025 02:25 pm
Sons Of Sunday teamed up last year to record songs they had written together, resulting in today's self-titled release, "Sons Of Sunday."
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