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American Heart Association urges extra precautions as dangerous heat continues
1+ hour, 37+ min ago (495+ words) Experts warn extreme temperatures can place significant strain on heart, increase risk of serious illness American Heart Association press release As dangerous temperatures continue across the region and much of the country, the American Heart Association is urging people to…...
Erie County Fair announces new fire truck pull competition
2+ hour, 32+ min ago (172+ words) Fire departments invited to register teams for new event" Erie County Fair press release The Erie County Fair announced the debut of its inaugural fire truck pull competition, set to take place Friday, Aug. 14, during the 2026 Erie County Fair." The…...
Hoover Dairy & Cornell Cooperative Extension announce 'Fair-ly New' ice cream flavor winner
14+ hour, 17+ min ago (389+ words) Newfane resident Cici Mecca wins for second consecutive year with invention of "Star-Spangled Swirl" Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County (CCE Niagara), in partnership with Hoover Dairy, announced the winner of the second annual "Fair-ly New" ice cream flavor contest:…...
National Grid offers safety & energy-efficiency tips to keep customers cool & safe this summer
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (872+ words) National Grid press release Beating the heat in upstate New York can be as simple as lowering your thermostat and closing your blinds. With high temperatures and humidity on the horizon, National Grid wants our customers to reduce their energy…...
'Pedal for Parks 2026' to roll again
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (211+ words) Ride celebrates America 250 & beauty of NYS parks; registration is live The Niagara Region of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced the third annual "Pedal for Parks," presented by the Maid of the Mist, in…...
Serious injury motor vehicle accident in Porter
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (173+ words) Submitted by the Niagara County Sherrif's Office On Monday, June 29, at approximately 10: 11 a. m. , the Niagara County Communications Center received a report of a serious personal injury motor vehicle accident in front of 1678 Braley Road in the Town of Porter. Initial responding…...
Hochul announces launch of $30 million tariff relief program for agricultural producers
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (206+ words) Submitted by the Office of Gov. Kathy Hochul The governor's tariff relief program will provide direct payments of a minimum of $1, 000 and a maximum of $25, 000 to eligible producers. Distribution of funds will be determined through two tracks: "Track 1: cow dairy…...
City of Buffalo encourages residents to stay cool at cooling centers; splash pad hours extended
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (304+ words) Submitted by the City of Buffalo" "With extreme heat expected this week, we're asking residents to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and their"families," Mayor Sean Ryan said. "If you don't have access to air conditioning, please visit…...
PHOTOS: Big week at Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (143+ words) Niagara Frontier Publications Featured News - Current News - Archived News - News Categories The Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market filled Academy Park on Saturday " even more than usual " as the weekly event series presented its special summer festival. Live music, pony rides, dance…...
Alzheimer's Association offers tips to keep loved ones with dementia safe in extreme heat
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (365+ words) Submitted by the Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association As the WNY region faces extremely hot temperatures over the next several days, the Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association has important safety tips for caregivers and…...