Tue, Jul 23rd 2019 04:30 pm
Niagara University's Niagara Global Tourism Institute announced the affiliation of its emerging TReC Incubator with the Western New York Incubator Network.
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Tue, Jul 23rd 2019 03:30 pm
Niagara County Legislature Chairman Keith McNall met with Maj. José Santiago of the Salvation Army Lockport Corps. last week to present a $2,000 contribution. The donation was made official through a resolution after McNall learned the organization exhausted most of its Code Blue program resources.
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Tue, Jul 23rd 2019 03:25 pm
A University at Buffalo researcher is among the recipients of a prestigious national honor for young scientists.
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Tue, Jul 23rd 2019 03:25 pm
Being a scientist means more than just working in a lab.
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Tue, Jul 23rd 2019 03:25 pm
The Erie County Youth Bureau, a division of the Erie County Department of Social Services, will host its fifth annual "Primetime Picnic" from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, at the Jewish Community Center's Camp Centerland, 2640 N. Forest Road, Getzville. This event allows approximately 400 children and program staff to celebrate summer and to participate in educational and recreational opportunities in a safe and fun environment.
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Tue, Jul 23rd 2019 09:40 am
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo on Monday announced the completion of the restored Frank Lloyd Wright-designed landscape on the estate of the Darwin D. Martin House, the final component of the overall restoration effort that has spanned more than two decades and received more than $50 million in investments in the National Historic Landmark and New York State Historic Site.
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Tue, Jul 23rd 2019 09:30 am
New York Attorney General Letitia James on Monday announced she co-led a coalition of 50 attorneys general in reaching the largest data breach settlement in history with Equifax Inc., as a result of an investigation into the company's massive 2017 data breach that exposed the personal information of nearly half the U.S. population. The attorneys general secured a settlement with Equifax that includes a consumer restitution fund of up to $425 million, a $175 million payment to the states, and significant injunctive relief for consumers.
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Tue, Jul 23rd 2019 09:20 am
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo on Monday signed legislation (S.5532B/A.1303) banning the performance of declawing procedures on cats, making New York the first state to prohibit the practice. The bill took effect immediately.
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Tue, Jul 23rd 2019 09:15 am
NBCUniversal is celebrating one year until the 2020 Tokyo Olympics today by utilizing its portfolio of assets to connect Olympic fans with the Games, the host city and the athletes they love to cheer. The celebration will continue tomorrow, as well, with the Tokyo opening ceremony set for July 24, 2020.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2019 06:30 pm
On the surface, one wouldn't leave the comfy confines of the drum kit in one of the world's biggest bands to start a side project from scratch. Yet, that's exactly what Jen Ledger did in 2018, as she took a break from Skillet to helm an eponymously named rock outfit.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2019 06:00 pm
Tonight at 8 p.m. ET on USA Network, the curtain will rise on the largest reunion in "Monday Night Raw" history - a special episode fittingly dubbed "Raw Reunion."
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2019 03:55 pm
On Monday, New York State Sen. Rob Ortt honored U.S. Army Private First Class Anthony Santoro with a "Veterans' Hall of Fame" Award for his service in Germany during WWII.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2019 03:20 pm
A University at Buffalo researcher's Veggie Van project is revving up its engine.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2019 03:10 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins was joined by U.S. Army Buffalo Recruiting Commander Capt. Randy Warren, VA Western New York Healthcare System Chief of Staff Dr. Grace Stringfellow, and Buffalo Naval & Military Park President Paul Marzello for a ceremony recognizing the service of Vietnam War veteran Sgt. Phillip Yockey.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2019 03:05 pm
The medical staff of Mount St. Mary's Hospital has awarded scholarships to four local high school students, and one hospital associate, to advance their education.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2019 03:05 pm
On Thursday, Aug. 8, St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral in downtown Buffalo will host internationally renowned Irish artists Owen Ó Súilleabháin and Pádraig Ó Tuama to celebrate the Celtic feast of the first harvest, known as Lughnasa.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2019 11:55 am
The Kiwanis Club of Lewiston announced the awarding of scholarships to Nicholas Passanese, Suhana Monsalve, Domenic Barile and Miguel Bautista. Lewiston Kiwanis awarded Passanese a $2,000 scholarship, while scholarships of $1,000 each were presented to Monsalve and Barile.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2019 11:15 am
For the first time, "The Elf on the Shelf" Scout Elves will take center stage in a new live musical debuting this holiday season. Inspired by the beloved box set "The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition," this touring stage production will give families an exclusive glimpse into the magical world of Santa's North Pole through indelible song and dance numbers and a heartwarming tale about Christmas spirit.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2019 11:05 am
This Friday night at Ransomville Speedway, the JetPort Lounge & Restaurant, Lazy Lakes Camping Resort, Sunflowers of Sanborn and Rutland Corwin Funeral Home present a full card of racing, including the third annual John Susice Memorial Race for the street stocks.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2019 11:05 am
The Steven Page Trio will perform at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, at The Rapids Theatre in Niagara Falls. Tickets are on sale now. Sirius XM Pulse presents "O.A.R. - The Mighty Fall Tour" at 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2019 11:05 am
In the U.S., vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks are occurring in schools, churches, religious groups and other group settings with low immunization rates. New York state has experienced increased numbers of measles outbreaks in areas with low immunization rates of children. This was due to religious exemptions that resulted in unvaccinated children attending schools where disease was spread to other unvaccinated children, some of whom cannot receive vaccines due to medical conditions.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2019 11:05 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center was awarded accreditation by HFAP, the nation's original independent accreditation program recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
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Sun, Jul 21st 2019 12:45 pm
Sunday morning, several winners gathered at the Sanborn Fire Co. park grounds for a special presentation. Ten awardees were given the "Heart of a Falcon" scholarship in memory of Michael Ziegler.
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Sat, Jul 20th 2019 07:00 am
A handful of goats were brought to Lewiston earlier this month to clean up the area in and around the Stella Niagara Preserve.
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Sat, Jul 20th 2019 07:00 am
What could be better than enjoying a glass of wine on a warm summer evening overlooking the lover Niagara River? How about skipping along the water's surface in a state-of-the-art jet boat featuring three marine power Cadillac CTSV engines totaling over 1,650 horsepower?
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Sat, Jul 20th 2019 07:00 am
Prior to the start of Monday's Village of Lewiston Board meeting, three organizations presented funds for the inclusive playground project.
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Sat, Jul 20th 2019 07:00 am
Joan M. Ackerman, age 84, of Bradenton, Florida, and formerly of Grand Island, died peacefully in her home on June 20, 2019, under Hospice care.
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Sat, Jul 20th 2019 07:00 am
People Inc. has joined with the Western New York Integrated Care Collaborative to present a series of free health and wellness workshops for people looking to manage their health. The classes, known as Choose Healthy Western New York Workshops, span a number of topics and seek to assist people living with diabetes and chronic disease.
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Sat, Jul 20th 2019 07:00 am
Lewiston is the summer events capital of the county. People come from around the state - sometimes farther - to explore an array of festivals, attend a concert or two, enjoy the waterfront and pay homage to history at a handful of monuments. From the first sign of spring through the last semblance of summer, Center Street is bustling and restaurants are overflowing. And yet, as Lewiston continues to make headlines for its many offerings, an important piece of village culture is being overlooked: the artistic community.
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Sat, Jul 20th 2019 06:55 am
On the heels of the winter Footprint Festival in Beaver Island State Park, Paddles Up has expanded into the Paddles Up Summerfest for 2019.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2019 07:15 pm
Local Sound's newest EP, "Sunday School," is available everywhere today. "Sunday School" features five 1990s worship favorites with the trio's pop music spin. The EP includes Local Sound's treasured worship songs "Shout To The Lord," "Open The Eyes Of My Heart" featuring special guest Paul Baloche, as well as the hits "I Could Sing Of Your Love Forever," "Agnus Dei / Heart of Worship" and "Let My Words Be Few."
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Fri, Jul 19th 2019 03:25 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes the hospital's commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2019 03:25 pm
For the first time ever, Sony Pictures' classic film "Ghostbusters" is coming to "Halloween Horror Nights" at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort. The attraction will bring the most memorable scenes, characters and supernatural spirits from one of pop culture's most iconic films to life in immersive mazes based off the 1984 classic at the nation's premier Halloween events, starting this September.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2019 03:25 pm
Grammy Award-nominated multi-Platinum powerhouse trio Jonas Brothers will be honored at Teen Choice 2019 with the highly coveted Decade Award, which celebrates the group's evolution over the past 10 years. The star-studded two-hour live event airs, for the first time in Teen Choice history, from Hermosa Beach, California, on Sunday, Aug. 11 (8 p.m. ET live/PT tape-delayed), on FOX.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2019 03:25 pm
Multi-Platinum, four-time Grammy-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls have officially announced their 12th studio album, "Miracle Pill," will release Sept. 13 via Warner Records.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2019 03:25 pm
Josh Baldwin of Bethel Music is unveiling a brand-new track, "Let the Redeemed," today. The hopeful track compellingly declares God as a deliverer who leads us out of the desert.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2019 03:05 pm
University at Buffalo researchers have determined that a human gene present in 75% of the population is a key reason why a class of drugs for Alzheimer's disease seemed promising in animal studies only to fail in human studies.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2019 03:05 pm
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz announced a new snowplowing agreement has been reached between Erie County and local municipalities contracting with the county for snow removal on county roads. Erie County's current three-year contract with these 31 municipalities for snow and ice control will expire on Aug. 31.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2019 03:00 pm
Christian rock hitmakers and fan favorites Random Hero are set to drop "Tension," their anticipated RockFest Records debut, on Aug. 23. Produced by Memphis May Fire's Kellen McGregor, "Tension" is the band's most melodic, hook-laden release to date, providing a musical foundation squarely focused on elevating Random Hero's urgent message of hope and healing.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2019 02:40 pm
With heat warnings issued across the region, AAA Western and Central New York is reminding motorists to be aware of the dangers of hot cars. On average, 37 children die in hot cars every year. While an overwhelming majority of these deaths are accidental, such tragedies are often preventable.
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