Tue, Nov 14th 2023 02:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced nearly $16 million is being awarded through round 7 of the Climate Resilient Farming Grant to help 116 farms across the state address the impacts of climate change. The program is a part of the state's agricultural environmental management framework that is locally led by county soil and water conservation districts and participating farmers.
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Tue, Nov 14th 2023 02:10 pm
Niagara Gospel Mission, at 1317 Portage Road in Niagara Falls, will hand out over 1,000 meals to the people in need in the City of Niagara Falls.
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Tue, Nov 14th 2023 02:10 pm
Aero Transportation and Bridge Niagara Foundation announced the final countdown to their seventh annual turkey giveaway - set to take place Friday at Bloneva Bond Primary School.
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Tue, Nov 14th 2023 11:40 am
On Sunday, Oct. 29, Lewiston celebrated the Halloween spirit with "Trick-or-Treat on Center Street." The event was held from noon to 3 p.m. and saw certain roads closed to host the event. Road closures took place as both a safety precaution and to allow more space for the planned activities.
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Tue, Nov 14th 2023 07:00 am
Overnight guests can make the holiday season feel that much more special. Spending extra time with loved ones is part and parcel of the holiday season for millions of individuals, and hosting overnight guests ensures hosts get quality time with friends and family members they may not see much of throughout the rest of the year.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 05:30 pm
CBS today announced its premiere dates and rollout plan for its 2024 primetime schedule, which will launch immediately following the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 11. The network will air original episodes of new and returning series beginning on Sunday evening and throughout the following week.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 05:25 pm
Warner Music Nashville multi-Platinum star Gabby Barrett has announced the title and release date for "Chapter & Verse" - her massively anticipated sophomore album, due out on Feb. 2, 2024.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 04:55 pm
Every start to the winter season, we promise ourselves that this year will be different - that you'll be ready for whatever blizzard Mother Nature sends us. Yes, presently, our weather this fall season has been without any early winter weather events as in years past. However, our weather can change quickly and we can be hit with snow, ice, rain and fog off Lake Erie without warning.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 04:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced more than $57 million has been awarded to support 238 projects across New York through the Regional Economic Development Council initiative. Round XIII included Empire State Development grant funds and Excelsior Jobs Program tax credits, which was made available on a continuous and competitive basis to support the immediate needs of communities.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 04:55 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced a 17-year-old male from Buffalo was sentenced this morning before Youth Part Judge Brenda Freedman to a split sentence of six months in jail followed by three years of probation. The adolescent offender was adjudicated as a youthful offender.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 04:55 pm
There are several updates regarding Empire State Wrestling's final event of 2023, "WrestleBash XIII," being held this Friday at Buffalo RiverWorks.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 01:45 pm
As the Thanksgiving season approaches, many families and children are giving thanks for all their blessings - and sharing those blessings with children in need by packing shoeboxes with Operation Christmas Child.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 01:45 pm
Unusual and unique Christmas gifts will be the focus of the holiday craft and vendor show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, at Cardinal O'Hara High School, 39 O'Hara Road, Town of Tonawanda.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 01:45 pm
The Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. (ECHDC) board of directors met Monday to approve several items its said represent Gov. Kathy Hochul's vision for the continued revitalization and maintenance of the Buffalo waterfront. The board endorsed three contracts for the management of the public space, facilities and grounds "to enrich the programs for families to enjoy at both Canalside and the Outer Harbor."
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 01:15 pm
On Oct. 4, Minor League Baseball announced that Fran Riordan, a native of Amherst, was named the Pacific Coast League Manager of the Year.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 11:15 am
Starting Monday, Nov. 13, the Buffalo Zoo will be closed to the public every Monday through Thursday and open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only from 10 a.m. to 4 pm. These seasonal operating hours will last until March 28, 2024.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 11:15 am
The City of Niagara Falls wants to hear from you!
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 11:15 am
Television's most acclaimed sports documentary franchise returns with "Hard Knocks: In Season with the Miami Dolphins," debuting Tuesday, Nov. 21 (9 p.m. ET/PT), on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. New episodes will debut Tuesdays through Jan. 9, and then subsequent Tuesdays for the duration of a potential Dolphins postseason run.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 11:15 am
Farm-to-school programs - which bring healthy foods to children and support rural economic development and local farms - work from an economic perspective in the Buffalo City School District, according to new Cornell University research.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 11:10 am
Marie Prince, Williamsville artist and judge of the Niagara Arts Guild 75th anniversary art show, chose Maggie Eaton's photograph, "Purple Afterglow," as best of show based on its "compelling composition and colors."
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 11:10 am
Shea's Performing Arts Center is celebrating a significant increase in season-ticketholders for the Five Star Bank 2023-24 Broadway season at Shea's Buffalo Theatre. The first two productions of the season, "Mrs. Doubtfire" and "Moulin Rouge The Musical," attracted 54,000 enthusiastic theatergoers - 16,500 of these attendees were season-ticketholders for the Broadway season.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 10:00 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.37, down 5 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.78. The New York state average is $3.65, down 5 cents from a week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.90.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 09:45 am
Today, four-time Grammy Award-winning and multi-Platinum-selling artist Drake announced his 2024 U.S. "It's All A Blur Tour - Big As The What?" presented by Cash App and Visa. Grammy Award-winning artist, producer and founder of Dreamville, J. Cole, will be joining Drake.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 09:40 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, along with several tourism stakeholders in Niagara Falls, will collaborate with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to provide programming and special events around the total solar eclipse that will take place on April 8, 2024.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 09:40 am
Lewiston Dance Center students recently took part in a new local dance convention at the Niagara Riverside Resort in Niagara Falls - Thrive Dance Convention.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 09:35 am
To commemorate Veterans Day, the New York State Department of Labor reminds veterans statewide that the agency offers a wide variety of services designed specifically to help them find a new career path.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 09:35 am
The American Legion Band of the Tonawandas will present its Christmas concert at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10, at the Cardinal O'Hara High School Performing Arts Center, 39 O'Hara Road, Tonawanda.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 09:00 am
Longtime Western New York Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, has announced plans to leave Congress in February of 2024.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 07:00 am
Hosting is a significant part of the holiday season. From late November until New Year's Day, millions of people across North America welcome friends and family into their homes. Whether you're hosting a small gathering with locally based loved ones or welcoming distant relatives into your home for several days, the following are some planning pointers to ensure your home is ready and guests feel welcome this holiday season.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 07:00 am
Crash Responder Safety Week is being recognized Nov. 13-17. AAA Western and Central New York reminds drivers to help protect workers and emergency personnel along roadways by following the "Slow Down, Move Over" law.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 07:00 am
The 18th annual "Operation: Rock Out Hunger" will collect critical donations of food, funds and frozen turkeys to help food-insecure neighbors during the holidays.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 07:00 am
In New York, there are more than half a million people providing unpaid care to a loved one with dementia. National Family Caregivers Month is the perfect time to get educated about dementia caregiving and ways to help.
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Mon, Nov 13th 2023 07:00 am
The Youngstown Yacht Club will offer both members and non-members the opportunity to preorder side dishes this year for Thanksgiving. Each side serves 8-10 people and will be available for pickup on either Tuesday, Nov. 21, or Wednesday, Nov. 22.
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Sat, Nov 11th 2023 10:20 pm
Since Simply Boba opened its doors in June, the business has remained a popular hotspot for members of Grand Island and the surrounding areas.
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Sat, Nov 11th 2023 12:25 pm
On the 11th day of the 11th month, at the 11th hour, residents came out to pay respect to River Region veterans during a ceremony at the "Circle of Honor" in Lewiston's Academy Park. Veterans of Foreign Wars Downriver Post 7487 organized the annual observance.
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Sat, Nov 11th 2023 10:20 am
At the beginning of last month, popular energy drink spot Lockport Energy House launched a line of health-conscious acai bowls to its menu.
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Sat, Nov 11th 2023 10:20 am
With the chill of winter fast approaching Western New York, Becker Farms will be closing its apple orchards for the season. In September and October, the apple orchards are open for apple picking daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with a ticket purchase.
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Sat, Nov 11th 2023 10:10 am
The Buffalo Fighting Game community has seen unparalleled success and growth following a GoFundMe campaign for local player Jon "MeVsZombie" Armstrong.
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Sat, Nov 11th 2023 10:05 am
The Kiernan Center was renovated recently by Niagara University, which added new equipment and more space for students to enjoy.
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Sat, Nov 11th 2023 09:55 am
As the Buffalo Fashion Week event began to come to an end, not only did Khalil Carr, the lead executive director of the fashion show, bring back the show after a year's absence, but also highlighted other directives in charge of other events, the majority of which were pop-up shops for the rest of the week.
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