Fri, May 3rd 2024 07:00 am
Spring has finally arrived in Lewiston - and with it, the 29th annual Lewiston family "Spring Fling."
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Fri, May 3rd 2024 07:00 am
Earl Grimes, 90, passed away at his home on Grand Island (since 1969) surrounded by loving family, friends and neighbors.
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Fri, May 3rd 2024 07:00 am
Old Fort Niagara will host its second annual smoke dance competition, "Native Nations at Niagara," on Saturday, May 11.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 10:50 pm
S. Todd Brown, a nationally renowned legal scholar in bankruptcy law and University at Buffalo faculty member since 2009, has been named dean of the School of Law.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 10:50 pm
Registration is open for a staple of the area developmental disability community - the 36th annual Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day (DDDAY) taking place on Tuesday, May 21, at the Niagara Falls Convention Center (NFCC), 101 Old Falls St.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 10:50 pm
If you drive past Kenmore Mercy Hospital, you will see 21 frogs lined up on the front lawn holding the letter "A." That's because they're playing a celebratory game of leap frog!
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 10:45 pm
Every 40 seconds someone in the U.S. has a stroke, and 1 in 4 stroke survivors will have another one. During May, American Stroke Month, the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is raising awareness nationwide that stroke is largely preventable, treatable and beatable.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 10:45 pm
2024 marks 10 years of Live Nation's highly celebrated Concert Week. Music and comedy fans in the U.S. and Canada can purchase $25 tickets between May 8-14, getting access to over 5,000 Live Nation shows taking place all year long.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 10:00 pm
May is both Older Americans Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, and Erie County officials kicked off the month by joining 100 older adults for a tour of the Burchfield Penney Art Center as part of the Department of Senior Services' University Express program.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 04:25 pm
The Shea's Performing Arts Center Spotlight Committee invites the public to the third Annual "Broadway MEATS Buffalo" meat raffle on Friday, May 10. The fundraiser, benefiting Shea's Performing Arts Center, invites participants to join us for a fun evening held right on the Shea's Buffalo Theatre stage.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 04:25 pm
Emmy-nominated, multi-Platinum-selling musician and composer Ben Folds announced the return of his popular "Paper Airplane Request Tour," performing solo shows across the U.S. including a stop this fall at The University at Buffalo Center for the Arts at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 04:25 pm
HOPE Day, the annual 24-hour match challenge day of giving to benefit Appeal 2024 is Wednesday, May 15, across Western New York. The first $61,000 raised will be matched dollar-for-dollar from generous donors including Uniland Development, Catholic Health and OneBridge Benefits.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 04:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced applications are open for the 43North annual pitch competition.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 03:35 pm
Guy Fieri; his wife, Lori; and his sons, Hunter and Ryder, are packing up the RV for another epic road trip through the American West on the new season of the Emmy-nominated "Guy's All-American Road Trip."
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 03:25 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance explained important steps taxpayers should take if they receive a letter or notice from the Tax Department asking for additional information about their tax return.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 03:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $59 million has been awarded to local governments and nonprofit organizations in the first two rounds of the state's $85 million ADU Plus One program, which increases housing supply by providing resources for low- and middle-income homeowners to build or improve an accessory dwelling unit on their property.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 03:25 pm
The New York State Office of Mental Health announced $1 million was conditionally awarded to three service providers to fund suicide prevention efforts among youth and young adults identifying as transgender, gender non-conforming and non-binary, and help those questioning or struggling with gender identity.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 03:25 pm
Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman announced Rohmelo K. Lewis, age 24, of Niagara Falls, plead guilty in County Court this week to the crimes of manslaughter in the first degree, robbery in the first degree, and criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 03:25 pm
Hundreds of Western New Yorkers will gather at the Buffalo Outer Harbor on Sunday, June 23, to support people with kidney disease and raise awareness. The Walk for Kidney Health is the largest annual event for members of the area's kidney community, families, friends and medical providers.
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Thu, May 2nd 2024 03:25 pm
The Buffalo Wind Symphony will present "A Night at the Movies," a concert event celebrating music from iconic motion pictures.
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Wed, May 1st 2024 07:40 pm
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and AAA Western and Central New York is reminding both drivers and bikers of key safety tips as biking season shifts into gear.
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Wed, May 1st 2024 07:40 pm
Four members of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 77 in the City of Tonawanda presented a personal look at the Vietnam War that raged from 1965-74 to history students at Cardinal O'Hara High School April 29-30.
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Wed, May 1st 2024 07:40 pm
Fine Arts Night at Cardinal O'Hara High School in the Town of Tonawanda will highlight the school's music, art and dance departments.
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Wed, May 1st 2024 07:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday gathered industry leaders and advocates to celebrate a historic agreement with the New York State Legislature to establish Empire AI, a first-of-its-kind consortium to secure New York's place at the forefront of artificial intelligence research, as part of the fiscal year 2025 enacted budget.
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Wed, May 1st 2024 07:40 pm
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are reminding customers to be aware and informed about potential scammers, and to never give personal information to callers or individuals they cannot authenticate as a NYSEG or RG&E representative. While scams are ongoing throughout the year, the company has noted more aggressive tactics being used this spring.
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Wed, May 1st 2024 07:40 pm
As a way to celebrate May being National Bike Month, Independent Health is once again giving Western New Yorkers a chance to win a Bike Month prize pack.
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Wed, May 1st 2024 07:40 pm
In 2024, the New York State Parks System celebrates its centennial year. With the vast growth in visitorship experienced since the pandemic - 84 million-plus in 2023 alone - service to our public lands is more important than ever.
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Wed, May 1st 2024 07:40 pm
May is National Water Safety Month. YMCA Buffalo Niagara is encouraging parents to play an active role in promoting water safety, and providing these tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable swimming experience for all.
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Wed, May 1st 2024 10:45 am
The Niagara Aquarium Foundation board of trustees on Wednesday announced the appointment of Chad Fifer as president and CEO of the Aquarium of Niagara. His official start date is June 17.
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Wed, May 1st 2024 10:00 am
Following a season-long anniversary celebration, The Silo Restaurant is ready to start its next chapter.
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Wed, May 1st 2024 09:15 am
At the Grand Island Memorial Library, approximately 300 voters come in Tuesday to cast ballots. Voter turnout was steady all day, unlike the presidential primary, when approximately 50 people came to vote. People who live in two election districts vote at the library. The districts were recently renumbered, although no district boundaries were changed.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2024 03:35 pm
Travel back to the '90s this August at the Erie County Fair! Some of the most iconic names in rap, hip-hop and R&B will come together for the "I Love The 90's Tour" at the Fairgrounds. This concert comes to the Buffalo News Grandstand on Saturday, Aug. 10, and invites attendees to reminisce about the decade - featuring some of the most iconic artists from that era, including Vanilla Ice, Rob Base, and Young MC.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2024 03:35 pm
On July 4, 2004, multi-Platinum, four-time Grammy-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls performed a legendary concert in their hometown of Buffalo.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2024 03:35 pm
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips," the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection provides consumers with important tips to avoid scams when moving. Moving your belongings can be a stressful process and, unfortunately, scammers use these situations to defraud consumers out of thousands of dollars by using deceptive business practices.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2024 03:35 pm
Kathy Lovett-McKeever has been named the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women Buffalo 2024 Woman of Impact winner for her work to raise funds and spread awareness in the fight against heart disease and stroke in women, and improve health and well-being in the local community. In the U.S., cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women, claiming the lives of 1 in 3 women.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2024 03:35 pm
The Rev. Wayne Jagow has been named the recipient of the 19th annual Key to the Locks Award. Organizers said Jagow was nominated and chosen for a lifetime of volunteer community service to residents and organizations of Niagara County.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2024 03:35 pm
Get ready to experience the classic songs of Bob Dylan by none other than Cat Power as she brings her "Cat Power Sings Dylan: The 1966 Royal Albert Hall Concert" performance to the Avalon Theatre this September.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2024 03:35 pm
Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced 51-year-old Steven Burr of Buffalo was sentenced this morning before State Supreme Court Justice Deborah A. Haendiges to 32 years to life in prison. He received the maximum sentence for his conviction.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2024 03:35 pm
The West Herr Riviera Theatre announced Charo will perform live at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, May 3, at https://rivieratheatre.org/event/charo/, and start at $39.
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Mon, Apr 29th 2024 03:30 pm
The Erie County Department of Senior Services has announced the schedule for the spring semester of the popular University Express program, which offers free classes for lifelong learners ages 55 and older.
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