Wed, Oct 18th 2023 08:05 pm
Founded in 1923 in Niagara Falls, Walter S. Johnson Building Co. is celebrating 100 years as a general contractor. The family-owned and operated company, now in its fourth generation, has been a mainstay construction consultant to municipalities, school districts, and heavy industry undertaking hundreds of projects over the last century that have shaped the landscape of the City of Niagara Falls and Niagara County.
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Wed, Oct 18th 2023 07:40 pm
Women United of Greater Niagara's annual personal hygiene drive began Oct. 1 and runs through the end of the month. Donations of personal hygiene products such as feminine hygiene products, shampoo and conditioner, deodorant, lotion, toothbrushes and toothpaste, tissues, and laundry detergent are being collected.
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Wed, Oct 18th 2023 07:40 pm
Home Assistance Referral Team is hosting an education program titled "Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior" presented by the Alzheimer's Association, Western New York Chapter.
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Wed, Oct 18th 2023 07:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed Ava's Law to support New Yorkers who are recovering from a miscarriage or stillbirth.
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Wed, Oct 18th 2023 07:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the state Office of Mental Health has received two federal grants totaling $13.5 million to expand access to mental and behavioral health services in primary care practices for youth and to implement the "Zero Suicide" model at 13 certified community behavioral health clinics across the state.
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Tue, Oct 17th 2023 08:15 pm
Following last year's fan-frenzy that led to a spectacular run of sold-out shows, "Dancing with the Stars" is back on tour this to heat up this winter with a dazzling, sexy, high-energy, brand-new live production! Launching Jan. 11, 2024, at Altria Theatre in Richmond, Virginia, this year's all-new stage show will feature your favorite professional dancers from the hit television series performing glittering new numbers as well as some of the unbelievable showstoppers featured in season 32.
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Tue, Oct 17th 2023 06:45 pm
Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt as legendary comedian and actor Jerry Seinfeld will be performing his new show live at the OLG Stage on March 14, 2024. Also heading to the stage, the dynamic duo of comedy - Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee - will bring hilarious antics to the stage on April 6.
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Tue, Oct 17th 2023 06:40 pm
Get ready to discover the hero inside us all when "Disney On Ice" returns to Buffalo with a new magical adventure for the whole family! Audiences will discover what it truly means to be a hero as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and friends from around the Disney Kingdom come together to take families on a journey through timeless tales when "Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero" skates into Buffalo from Jan. 25-28, 2024 at KeyBank Center.
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Tue, Oct 17th 2023 06:15 pm
The New York Power Authority will hold its annual free "Hollow-GREEN Spooktacular" between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Niagara Power Vista, the visitors center for the Niagara Power Project.
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Tue, Oct 17th 2023 05:05 pm
"The Future of Health" - a forward-looking report jointly released today by the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo and the Jacobs Institute - heralds massive potential for improving health care in the U.S.
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Tue, Oct 17th 2023 05:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $12 million in federal funding is being used to provide a one-time family economic support payment to low-income families with children. Administered by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, the Pandemic Emergency Assistance Fund will provide households with children aged 17 and under, that receive public assistance, with approximately $100.
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Tue, Oct 17th 2023 05:00 pm
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips," the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is providing New Yorkers with fire safety tips. October is Fire Prevention Month, which is a good time for New Yorkers to review and practice fire safety as the coming winter months are the peak time for fire-related incidents.
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Tue, Oct 17th 2023 05:00 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, City of Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown, and the Ralph Wilson Park Conservancy announced a new commitment of $595,000 to support green infrastructure at Ralph Wilson Park in Buffalo.
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Tue, Oct 17th 2023 05:00 pm
In a joint effort from a coalition of professionals, survivors and the community impacted by the May 14, 2022, massacre, a group is collecting, documenting and preserving "an intentional and authentic record of the horrific event that occurred."
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Tue, Oct 17th 2023 05:00 pm
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum will reopen this Wednesday after being temporarily closed for a month. The museum is reopening with two new exhibits for the community to play and learn, and with new hours.
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Tue, Oct 17th 2023 10:45 am
There is still no consensus on metal art frames following Monday's Village of Lewiston board meeting. Trustees declined to vote on this third part of the "Lewiston Public Art Project" following a nearly 90-minute public comment period.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 03:45 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation advises homeowners and landlords to put safety first when preparing for home heating needs this fall and winter.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 03:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 532 police agencies in New York - 100% of all eligible agencies - have received state certification for compliance as required by the Professional Policing Act of 2021.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 03:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced more than $8.8 million has been awarded to two projects in Niagara and Chenango counties that will create 35 units and 76 beds of permanent supportive housing for families and individuals who have experienced homelessness.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 03:45 pm
National Teen Driver Safety Week runs from Oct. 15-21. This is a perfect time for parents to talk with teen drivers about the importance of safety behind the wheel.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 03:00 pm
Eta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Eastern Region will host the Gloria Chapmon Walk-A-Thon at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino, 310 Fourth St., Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 03:00 pm
The Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy, along with partners, unveiled the newly restored grand staircase in Delaware Park, bringing what organizers called "one of the most historically significant features of Frederick Law Olmsted's park and parkway system back to its original prominence.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 03:00 pm
"Cheers to 30 Years" is the theme of Cardinal O'Hara High School's 30th "Hawk-tion" gala on Friday, Nov. 3, at Banchetti's by Rizzo in Amherst.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 03:00 pm
Catholic Health has named Aaron Kalin, D.O., MBA, D.ABA, CPE, senior vice president and president and chief medical officer of physician enterprise.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 02:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the reopening of the popular West Side Bazaar at its new, expanded location at 1432 Niagara St., Buffalo.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 02:35 pm
New York State Sen. Sean Ryan is highlighting a federal rule change that will expand the list of New York schools eligible to offer two free meals to all students every day.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 02:35 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the successful completion of the "Day in the Life" of the Lake Ontario-St. Lawrence River Watershed project, funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 02:35 pm
Tap & Craft is back for its second annual festival at the Niagara Falls Convention Center on Saturday, Oct. 21. The event will feature over 40 craft brands, 35 local vendors, and the live music of The Far Trio during the general session.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 02:35 pm
Tops Friendly Markets will celebrate the grand reopening of two of its Niagara Falls locations.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 10:00 am
At New York Comic Con, Apple TV+ and the creative team behind "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" unveiled the trailer for the highly anticipated series, and shared a preview of the expansive new series, based on Legendary's "Monsterverse."
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 09:50 am
Gov, Kathy Hochul has signed a package of legislation her team said will improve New York's laws related to alcoholic beverages in an effort to expand options for consumers and support New York's small businesses in the alcoholic beverage sector.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 09:45 am
Some of Western New York's top health care leaders from organizations such as Kaleida Health, Catholic Health, Independent Health, D'Youville University and Health Catalyst will present and take questions during a half-day forum hosted by the Healthcare Executive Forum of WNY at D'Youville's Health Professions Hub, located at 301 Connecticut St., Buffalo.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 09:45 am
Pheasant hunting season in Western New York opens Saturday, Oct. 21, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced. DEC will release approximately 3,700 adult ring-necked pheasants on Region 9 lands open to public hunting for this fall's pheasant hunting season. Stocked pheasants will be provided by DEC's Reynolds Game Farm in Ithaca.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 09:45 am
ASPA Buffalo Niagara Chapter - the local chapter for the American Society for Public Administration - announced recipients of its fourth annual awards program and elected new officers and board members during its recent annual meeting.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 07:00 am
Garrett Cassidy recently completed his Eagle Scout project and shared it with the community. He built a bottle and can return station, which was placed at Four Mile Creek State Park on Sept. 30.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 07:00 am
"The Niagara Movement: The Early Battle for Civil Rights," a powerful hour-long documentary by WNED PBS, delves deep into a national crusade that forged the civil rights landscape for the 20th century and beyond.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 06:00 am
As the Village of Lewiston Board prepares to meet Monday night to discuss the "Lewiston Public Art Project" with the Historic Preservation and Planning commissions, trustees have a new proposal to consider.
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Mon, Oct 16th 2023 05:55 am
The Town of Lewiston Recreation Department will present its second annual "Trunk or Treat" from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct 28, at Kiwanis Park.
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Sat, Oct 14th 2023 11:30 am
Warner Music Nashville multi-Platinum star Gabby Barrett recognizes men of true quality with her new track "Cowboy Back," celebrating stand-up guys with strong values and a rock-solid heart. Available across all streaming platforms and digital retailers, the stars-in-her-eyes anthem was written by Barrett with Jon Nite and Jesse Frasure, and once again finds the hitmaker championing classic romance.
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Sat, Oct 14th 2023 11:30 am
NBC will spread the holiday cheer on Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. ET/PT with "Christmas at the Opry," featuring an all-star lineup of country music stars set to take the Grand Ole Opry House stage for an unforgettable night of music and merriment.
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