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Jazz Festival Scholarship application available online
The Lewiston Jazz Festival Inc. board of directors will offer a $1,000 scholarship to an Erie County or Niagara County high school/college student who will begin or continue their music studies as a full-time student at a college or university. Chairwoman Carol Calato said, “This music scholarship was made possible...
NY weather update: Wind advisory affecting Niagara and Erie counties until Tuesday evening
On Tuesday at 10:11 a.m. an updated wind advisory was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 6 p.m. for Niagara and Erie counties. The weather service adds, "Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph." "Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree...
WNY Pride 5K fun run & LGBTQ+ wellness fair set to kick off Pride season 2024
The unofficial kickoff event for Pride season is back and bigger than ever, the WNY Pride 5K fun run/walk and LGBTQ+ wellness fair. The event will take place from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, May 18, on the grounds of SUNY Niagara, 3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn. Organizers of...
Clean Energy Hub launched by PUSH Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. — PUSH Buffalo, through their PUSH Green initiative, has launched a new hub that aims to promote access to a variety of clean energy resources. The WNY Clean Energy Hub is part of a network of NYSERDA's regional clean energy hub network. “The Hub will enable PUSH...
Genesee County deputies charge woman with murder
A Lockport woman has been charged with murder. Genesee County Sheriff’s deputies say Kathryn “Kat” Henry conspired with another person to kill Michael Poole and hide his body. Poole had been reported missing out of Niagara County. Henry is facing several charges, including murder, assault, and concealment...
Lockport woman charged with murder
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Genesee County Sheriff’s Office has issued an update on the apparent homicide of 59-year-old Michael G. Poole of Olcott. Kathryn A. Henry, 33, from Lockport was charged with second-degree murder in her alleged involvement in the death of Poole. Officials say she allegedly attempted to hide his body after conspiring […]
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