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The Scene Playlist for Sept. 13
22+ hour, 25+ min ago (892+ words) The Scene is BTPM The Bridge’s regional music show hosted by Chelsea O of Stress Dolls. It features all artists who are currently based in Western New York and Southern Ontario and airs from 10-11 AM every Sunday. Check out this…...
Hochul running mate makes 1st campaign appearance in Buffalo
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (216+ words) Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled a new field office in Buffalo and has taken the chance to locally introduce her running mate in the gubernatorial race, Adrienne Adams. Adams served as New York City’s speaker of the city council from…...
Community conversation centers “Welcoming Week” in Jamestown
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (402+ words) Generating discussion is part of the mission for the Robert H. Jackson Center. Established in honor of the Chautauqua County native and Supreme Court Justice, the Jamestown institution often opens its doors to community debate. ” I’ve been pleasantly surprised by the…...
Local events planned to mark 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks
3+ day, 11+ hour ago (397+ words) As the nation marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks Friday, numerous memorial services and special events were planned in Western New York. Organizers note there is an ongoing effort to rename that bridge “The 9/11 Heroes Bridge” to remember…...
‘Buena Vista Social Club’ launches national tour from Buffalo
3+ day, 14+ hour ago (447+ words) Before “Buena Vista Social Club” heads across the country, nearly 100 cast, crew and creative team members have spent several weeks at Shea’s rehearsing and finalizing the staging, lighting and sound for its national tour. Brian Higgins, president and CEO of…...
Niagara Falls family renews push for relocation after more contaminants found on property
3+ day, 14+ hour ago (476+ words) For more than a month, Daniel and Jocelyn McKiernan have demanded New York State officials relocate their family, upon the discovery of toxic chemicals beneath the soil of their 99th Street home. On Thursday, more was discovered. “We were paying for…...
Legislator hopes county proposal becomes boon for local companies
3+ day, 15+ hour ago (304+ words) A new local bill could make it easier for Erie County small businesses to secure county contracts. If it passes, the legislation would provide priority to local businesses bidding on public works projects worth $35,000 or less. It also would apply…...
Attorney seeks a movement in Niagara calling for environmental change
3+ day, 21+ hour ago (363+ words) The toxic legacy of Niagara Falls may be less a history lesson and more of an emerging horror story. That’s the view of attorney Christen Civiletto who continues to sound the alarm regarding the city's environmental troubles that many had…...
Toronto International Film Festival opens amid backdrop of US-Canada trade war
4+ day, 14+ min ago (294+ words) The Toronto International Film Festival opens Thursday, as nearly 300 films will be shown at venues across the city over the next 10 days against a backdrop of the trade war between the United States and Canada. Organizers, film producers, directors, film…...
Toronto Book Award nominees talk city's inspiration
4+ day, 47+ min ago (790+ words) The City of Toronto announced the finalists for the 2026 Toronto Book Awards, naming five works to this year’s shortlist. The award, established by Toronto City Council in 1974, recognizes works that use Toronto as inspiration. All genres are judged together, with…...