Slow Roll through the Heart of Hertel
BUFFALO — The Hertel Business Association has teamed up with Slow Roll Buffalo to bring the increasingly popular leisurely bike ride to North Buffalo. Participants in the the “Heart of…
Grand Island repaving project to start
GRAND ISLAND — A $6.5 million pavement resurfacing project on the Niagara Thruway (I-190) across the island is scheduled to begin next week, with preliminary work alongside the Thruway, including…
State flags to fly at half staff ‘in solidarity with the people of Florida’
ALBANY — Gov. Andrew Cuomo today directed that all flags flying at state government buildings be lowered to half staff in respect of the 50 people who lost their lives…
Ortt pushes for Niagara County representation on NFTA
ALBANY – The New York State Senate unanimously passed legislation that would ensure Niagara County residents have a voice on the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) board, State Sen. Rob…
Niagara Power Vista unveils upgraded visitor center
LEWISTON — The New York Power Authority today re-opened its Power Vista visitor center at the Niagara Power Project, following an extensive renovation that includes cutting-edge interactive games and exhibits…
Bisons team up with local breweries for ‘Buffalo Brewer’s Series No. 2’
BUFFALO — The Buffalo Bisons have teamed up with Resurgence Brewing Co., Big Ditch Brewing Co., Community Beer Works and Consumer’s Beverages to offer a sequel to 2015’s popular “Buffalo…
Ortt-sponsored bill would punish child neglect, mistreatment
ALBANY – The New York State Senate today passed legislation sponsored by North Tonawanda Republican Sen. Rob Ortt designed to help ensure appropriate punishment for cruel and repeated mistreatment of…
State tourism campaign to highlight Niagara Falls, Rochester, Ellicottille
ALBANY — A new I Love NY advertising campaign will promote travel throughout New York State’s 11 vacation regions, encouraging New Yorkers and visitors to take advantage of the state’s…
Platter’s gets $100K grant for relocation
NORTH TONAWANDA — Platter’s Chocolate, makers of WNY’s famed sponge candy, has been granted a $100,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Business Program award to assist its relocation from…
Fairmont grand opening slated for June 14
BUFFALO — The historic former Fairmont Creamery Company building located at 199 Scott St. will hold its formal grand opening on June 14, beginning with a ribbon cutting ceremony at…