The McKiernan family says the latest discovery of suspicious materials should be more than enough proof of danger, but the DEC says the family acted outside the state’s plan.

The Tony Award-winning production is launching its first national tour from Shea’s Performing Arts Center after weeks of rehearsals and technical work in Buffalo. The run comes just ahead of Curtain Up! 2026 and the start of Buffalo’s theater season, while generating more than $6 million in local economic impact.

Tonawanda's city engineer believes construction could start in summer 2028, as agreements and permits still need to be obtained, and the contract bid on.

An local legislator is pushing for new regulations that could benefit small businesses. The Erie County Small Business Enterprise Utilization Act would prioritize small companies for certain contracts or purchases.

Organizers, film producers, directors, film critics and more than 6,000 international delegates have been gearing up to attend the 51st Toronto International Film Festival, which will include three world premieres.

The City of Toronto announced the finalists for the 2026 Toronto Book Awards, naming five works to this year’s shortlist.

Bin Shao has received jail time, probation and community service for last year’s crash on I-90 near Pembroke that killed five passengers and injured close to 50 more.

Several elected officials and organization leaders say the space will continue to address health disparities and outcomes in underserved communities.

Twenty Western New York organizations are receiving grants to help address community health needs, from food access to training future health care workers. Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield is awarding $3.75 million through its Blue Fund program.

The first home was sold through the Building Buffalo Roots program, which is transforming vacant properties in the city into affordable homes for low-income families.