Mon, May 2nd 2022 04:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the launch of round XII of the Regional Economic Development Council Initiative.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 04:25 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, joined local veterans Monday to announce the Boxing Therapy for Parkinson's Access Act of 2022 (H.R. 6774). The bipartisan bill, introduced by Higgins and Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL-18), directs the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to provide coverage for boxing-based therapy classes to veterans diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 04:20 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced $2 million in new grant funding is now available to municipalities statewide to help establish or expand food scrap recycling programs and facilities.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 04:15 pm
The University at Buffalo has once again been recognized as a leader in sustainability in higher education, garnering high marks in two recent rankings.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 04:15 pm
On April 30 at approximately 8:15 p.m., the Niagara Falls Police Department Crash Management Unit responded to the intersection of 71st Street and Niagara Falls Boulevard to investigate a crash between a vehicle and a motorcycle.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 11:05 am
Catch Little Anthony & The Imperials, The Crystals and The Marcels in concert at The Riviera Theatre, 67 Webster St., North Tonawanda. This afternoon of music is set to begin at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 12.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 10:55 am
The New York State Department of Transportation advised motorists the intersection of Niagara Falls Boulevard (U.S. Route 62) at Erie Avenue and Shawnee Road (State Route 425) in the City of North Tonawanda will be closed to traffic beginning at 6 a.m. Monday, May 9.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 10:45 am
Grammy Award winners Boy George & Culture Club will return to the Artpark Amphitheater Wednesday, Aug. 31, for a 6:30 p.m. show. Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, May 6.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 10:40 am
The Lewiston Garden Club's perennial sale returns to the Red Brick Municipal Building, 145 N. Fourth St. This year's event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 14.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 10:30 am
The Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., president of Niagara University, appointed Jaclyn Rossi, '08, '10, as the vice president of institutional advancement. The appointment, which follows a unanimous vote from the university's board of trustees, took May 1. Rossi has served as the interim vice president since last September.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 10:30 am
The Network in Aging of WNY is hosting a complimentary senior health and resource fair for members of the public.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 10:30 am
"HOPE Day," the annual 24-hour match challenge day of giving to benefit Appeal, is set for Wednesday, May 11, across Western New York. The first $75,000 raised will be matched dollar-for-dollar, with gifts from donors who wish to remain anonymous, in the ongoing effort to reach 2022's $9.5 million goal in support of Catholic Charities of Buffalo and the "Fund for the Faith." Appeal 2022 has currently raised $7,759,477, or 81% of its goal to date.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 10:30 am
Elle King will perform at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino on Friday, July 8 (8 p.m.)
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 10:10 am
Entertainment icon Naomi Judd passed away April 30, outside of Nashville. Her husband of 32 years, Larry Strickland, will not be making any further statements. Judd's family requested privacy during this heartbreaking time.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 09:50 am
Ryan Susice from Ransomville, and Gary Lindberg from Ridgeway, Ontario, will be sharing the front row for the opening night feature for the Krown Undercoating Modifieds after setting the quick time during "Test, Tune, & Time" at the Ransomville Speedway Friday night.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 09:50 am
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation on Saturday reminded anglers to always consult the fishing regulations guide to ensure they are complying with the seasonal restrictions and waterbody-specific rules before heading out onto the water.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 09:50 am
Evan Wright is the new community and academic engagement manager of the Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University. Using the CAM's distinguished art collection and unique folk arts program, Wright will design and manage public events and opportunities for various audiences that range from local schools, families, young adults and seniors, along with Niagara University faculty, students and staff.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 09:45 am
Niagara County District Attorney Brian Seaman will join Niagara County Legislator Chris Voccio at "Coffee with Chris" at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 14.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 09:45 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $4.19, up 7 cents from last week. One year ago, the price was $2.90. The New York state average is $4.35, up 12 cents from last week. A year ago, the NYS average was $2.95.
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Mon, May 2nd 2022 09:45 am
KeyBank, a Fortune 500 company with Regional Headquarters in Buffalo, announced Regional Sales Executive Gary Quenneville will retire June 1, after nearly 40 years in banking.
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Sun, May 1st 2022 12:00 pm
The Silo Restaurant in Lewiston opened for the 2022 season on Sunday.
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Sat, Apr 30th 2022 05:10 pm
Volunteers with the Historical Association of Lewiston hosted a drive-thru Chiavetta's chicken barbecue fundraiser on Saturday at the Town of Lewiston Town Hall parking lot. They were joined by elected and local business leaders. Dinners were just about sold-out when these photos were taken.
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Sat, Apr 30th 2022 07:00 am
The Grand Island PTA Council will sponsor a "Meet the Candidates Night" for the upcoming Grand Island Central School District trustee election.
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Sat, Apr 30th 2022 07:00 am
Grand Island's system of trails, which includes hiking, bicycle and waterways (blueway trails), was honored April 22 with an environmental excellence award presented by the Erie County Environmental Management Council.
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Sat, Apr 30th 2022 07:00 am
Diana Marie (nee Clukey) Hoffmeister of Grand Island passed away March 21, 2022.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 06:45 pm
TikTok started as a brief swipe on your phone to find endless videos, getting you captivated by 15-second-long clips of funny, charming, quick content. As the app progresses, people are getting more and more preoccupied with scrolling. It is a quick way to look at certain trends and basically what other people are up to.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 06:25 pm
On Friday, New York State Sens. Sean Ryan and Tim Kennedy visited KeyBank Center, the home of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres, to present Rick Jeanneret with a New York State Senate resolution, sponsored by Ryan, congratulating RJ on his upcoming retirement.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 06:20 pm
Saturday, April 30, marks the 21st annual National Drug Take Back Day, hosted by the Drug Enforcement Administration.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 06:20 pm
On Friday, New York State Sen. Sean Ryan applauded the New York State Appellate Court for its decision to halt plans by Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) to demolish the historic Great Northern Grain Elevator on Ganson Street.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 06:20 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced new recreational saltwater fishing regulations, effective immediately, for the summer flounder (fluke) season that starts May 1. DEC said these changes will provide more opportunities for anglers by extending the season a total of 12 fishing days to Oct. 9, and decreasing the minimum size limit by half an inch.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 06:20 pm
According to his team, "The latest single from Grammy-nominated artist Rhett Walker, 'All Joy No Stress,' shares a message that everyone needs to hear."
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 06:00 pm
Tops is celebrating its 60th anniversary - and kicking off the 13th season of "Monopoly" with the return of its popular "Rip It & Bling" game. On Tuesday, Diane Gurbacki of Grand Island was awarded $5,000 in Tops gift cards, which may be redeemed for free gas or groceries.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 05:35 pm
Dr. Michael Hess, a prominent Lockport dentist, drove to Lewiston on Thursday and shared a painting he owns with a group of enthusiastic volunteers who were astounded with the quality, accuracy and rarity of the artwork. It is the only known illustration of the French vessel Frontenac landing in Lewiston on Dec. 6, 1678, with Father Louis Hennepin aboard.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 05:35 pm
Park Police have identified a missing kayaker as 54-year-old Paul Hahn of Amherst. It is believed that Hahn launched his kayak at Golden Hill State Park between Friday, April 22, and Monday, April 25l went out onto Lake Ontario, and has not been seen since.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 05:35 pm
Red Rocks Worship announces the release of "Things Of Heaven: The Other Side," their new project that offers alternate versions of the songs from 2021's "Things Of Heaven." Listen here to the project.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 05:30 pm
The NBC Sports television show "On the Water: Angling Adventures" recently featured the New York State Canal Corp.'s fall fishing program for the second year in a row.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 03:00 pm
On Monday, May 2, from 10-10:15 p.m., Niagara Falls will be illuminated red in support of National Travel and Tourism Week, May 1-7.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 03:00 pm
In celebration of Arbor Day, the New York Power Authority launched "Tree Power 2.0," a program for customers that provides a one-to-one match for tree plantings at customer locations to increase native biodiversity and natural carbon storage. The program expands on NYPA's ongoing environmental stewardship practices by strategically planting native trees at Power Authority customer locations throughout the state.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 02:55 pm
Grammy, Dove Award and two-time K-LOVE Fan Award winner Mandisa's "Overcomer: The Remixes EP" is now available across all DSPs.
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Fri, Apr 29th 2022 01:20 pm
Tops Friendly Markets and the Taste of Buffalo announced Cameryn Zastrow, a talented artist from North Tonawanda, is the grand prizewinner of the 2022 Taste of Buffalo Tops poster art contest.
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