Wed, Nov 21st 2012 07:00 am
Recently several classes from the BOCES Orleans and Niagara Career and Technical Education Centers took part in Construction Career Days in Lakeview, N.Y., which exposed high school students and adults to diverse careers in the industry.
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Wed, Nov 21st 2012 07:00 am
Capt. Steve Nigrelli of the New York State Police recently was awarded the 2012 John Carion "Unsung Hero" award at the International Law Enforcement Torch Run Conference in Indianapolis.
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Tue, Nov 20th 2012 07:00 am
The Erie Canal Discovery Center has announced a new series of weekly documentary movies, "Movies & Popcorn," to be shown every Saturday this winter at 11 a.m., beginning Saturday, Dec. 15.
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Tue, Nov 20th 2012 07:00 am
A coalition of organizations with an interest in health and wellness announced the formation Monday of a new breast cancer support group during a news conference at the Doris Jones Family Resource Building.
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Mon, Nov 19th 2012 07:00 am
The Shawnee Sno-Chiefs Snowmobile Club, in cooperation with the Shawnee Volunteer Fire Co., will hold a New York State Snowmobile Safety Course on Saturday, Dec. 8. This course is open to anyone age 10 and above.
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Sat, Nov 17th 2012 06:45 pm
Congratulations to the Harley Davidson pumpkin, which took first place in Niagara Frontier Publications' recent carving/decorating contest. The big pumpkin eating the small pumpkin finished in second place, while the green witch pumpkin ended up in third.
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Sat, Nov 17th 2012 06:25 pm
It is not too late to order your holiday flowers from the Niagara Floral Center and Greenhouse at Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara, where people with developmental disabilities have been nurturing junipers, cacti and other plants all year or prepping pinecones for fresh and artificial wreaths since the summer.
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Sat, Nov 17th 2012 07:00 am
November is designated as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, providing opportunities for Americans to learn about end-of-life care choices available to them. In 2011, an estimated 1.65 million patients received hospice services. The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization estimates that, for 2011, approximately 44.6 percent of all deaths in the U.S. were under the care of a hospice program.
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Fri, Nov 16th 2012 07:05 am
Here are some yummy treats featuring Girl Scout cookies to take to holiday parties:
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Fri, Nov 16th 2012 07:00 am
Pizazz recently hosted a "Big or Small Save Them All" basket and wine auction event to raise money for cancer awareness. The staff also sold ribbon suckers, cookies and purses.
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Fri, Nov 16th 2012 07:00 am
St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 6167 Walmore Road in Sanborn, will host its monthly contemporary worship gathering, "Saturday Night Alive," on Saturday, Nov. 24, starting at 5:30 p.m. The gathering will include worship, a Bible study, and prayer.
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Fri, Nov 16th 2012 07:00 am
It's Girl Scout cookie time again. Enthusiastic hordes of young saleswomen began the time-honored tradition of knocking on doors last month and now are taking advantage of the holiday season by enticing shoppers at stores around the area.
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Fri, Nov 16th 2012 07:00 am
Get the whole family in the mood for the holidays at an annual holiday event. "A Winter's Fest Eve" will be held at the Col. Wm. Bond-Jesse Hawley House, 143 Ontario St., Lockport, from 6 until 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 6.
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Fri, Nov 16th 2012 07:00 am
Assemblyman John D. Ceretto thanked members of the community Thursday who donated supplies to victims of "Superstorm" Sandy. Ceretto's office received a massive amount of supplies, which will be shipped downstate to communities devastated by the October storm.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2012 01:15 pm
The kindergarten class at St. John Lutheran School recently celebrated the colors of black and white by having a Dr. Seuss day.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2012 10:15 am
The Wheatfield Town Board approved its $12.05 million budget for 2013 as expected on Nov. 7.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2012 10:10 am
A last minute move on Tuesday saved Town of Niagara taxpayers some money, but caused some dissention on the Town Board.
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Wed, Nov 14th 2012 11:00 am
Indie-Christian folk-rock band Elmwood Drive headlines the next Lighthouse Café, on Saturday, Nov. 17, from 7 until 9:30 p.m. at Lockport Alliance Church, 555 Davison Road.
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Wed, Nov 14th 2012 10:55 am
Wilson's Home Away From Home Feline Shelter hosts its annual basket raffle fundraiser from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 17. The event will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church, 431 Lake St., and includes a bake sale and crafters.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2012 02:25 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, on Monday, dedicated a new surgical suite built to accommodate the rising volume of surgeries being performed there.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2012 07:05 am
Are you a Niagara County resident who has received an honorable discharge from any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces and have official discharge papers? Eligible residents are able to receive a discount card to use at participating Niagara County merchants as their measure of saying "thanks" to Niagara County service men and women.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2012 07:00 am
Holy Ghost Lutheran School Parent Teacher League is sponsoring a Christkindl (Christmas) market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1, at the school, 6630 Luther St., Wheatfield.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2012 07:00 am
World War I concluded when an armistice went into effect on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. One year later, President Woodrow Wilson commemorated the event by declaring Nov. 11 Armistice Day, the forerunner to Veterans Day.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2012 07:00 am
A Love Canal community meeting has been scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 15. The meeting will be held at the Frontier Volunteer Fire Hall at 2176 Liberty Drive, Niagara Falls. It begins at 7 p.m. Several matters will be discussed at this meeting, including next steps for those with health issues affected by Love Canal.
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Sat, Nov 10th 2012 08:45 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will present "Taking Control of Your Weight and Your Life" for area residents interested in learning about weight-loss surgery twice in November.
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Sat, Nov 10th 2012 08:40 am
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced Friday that the New York Power Authority board of trustees has approved a plan to provide assistance to the City of Niagara Falls, which will help the city address budget issues related to an ongoing casino revenue dispute between the state of New York and the Seneca Nation of Indians.
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Sat, Nov 10th 2012 08:35 am
The Niagara Gospel Rescue Mission will hold its annual "Feed the Falls" initiative in Niagara Falls on Thanksgiving Day. Mission staff and volunteers from local churches and the community will prepare 1,000 turkey dinners and deliver them to the homebound, seniors and families in need.
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Fri, Nov 9th 2012 07:00 am
November is the time of year that veterans receive well-deserved thanks. Among local observances in honor of Veterans Day are:
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Fri, Nov 9th 2012 07:00 am
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and George Edwards Jewelers, located at 2131 Sawyer Drive, Wheatfield, is "Going White" for the month of November to honor friends and customers who have suffered from this devastating disease.
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Fri, Nov 9th 2012 07:00 am
The Niagara Career and Technical Education Center, at 3181 Saunders Settlement Road in Sanborn, will hold an open house and pasta dinner on Nov. 15.
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Fri, Nov 9th 2012 07:00 am
As individuals reach the age of 60 and older, they may begin to experience changes to their mind, body and spirit. "Stay Well on Your Feet" is a free health promotion program geared toward identifying these changes and providing tips for maintaining quality living.
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Thu, Nov 8th 2012 06:30 pm
The Niagara County Sheriff's Office applied for and received additional STOP DWI grant money for driving while intoxicated enforcement during specific "crackdown" periods throughout the year.
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Thu, Nov 8th 2012 06:30 pm
Niagara County Sheriff James R. Voutour has announced that a meeting for Explorers interested in law enforcement as a career will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 15, in the Patrol Room of Building 1, Niagara County Sheriff's Office, 5526 Niagara St. Extension, Lockport.
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Thu, Nov 8th 2012 06:30 pm
Hundreds of Red Cross blood drives have been cancelled due to Hurricane Sandy, representing a loss of thousands of blood and platelet products. The Red Cross is asking people who are eligible, especially in places not affected by the storm, to schedule a time to give blood in the days and weeks to come.
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Thu, Nov 8th 2012 06:25 pm
As the end of a perfect summer approached, the members of Kiwanis Club of Niagara-Wheatfield boasted a full schedule of events related to the local community.
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Thu, Nov 8th 2012 06:25 pm
The Town of Niagara Town Board is expected to vote on its 2013 budget at the 7 p.m. regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 13.
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Thu, Nov 8th 2012 06:20 pm
New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Joan McDonald announced this week the completion of a $4.3 million project to replace the U.S. Route 62 (Niagara Falls Boulevard) bridge over Bergholz Creek.
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Thu, Nov 8th 2012 06:15 pm
The eighth annual Niagara Electric Lights Parade honoring the Town of Niagara Bicentennial was held Saturday before a bundled-up crowd.
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Thu, Nov 8th 2012 06:15 pm
A steady stream of voters kept Town of Niagara's polling place at the Niagara Active Hose firehall hopping Tuesday as voters decided who to represent them in Washington and Albany.
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Wed, Nov 7th 2012 08:10 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will present a free program to help residents and business owners understand the changes mandated by federal health care reform. The event is set for Wednesday, Nov. 14, at 6 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at Niagara Falls High School, 4455 Porter Road.
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