Thu, Jan 17th 2019 03:55 pm
Jonathan Shimon, an assistant professor in the University at Buffalo Department of Theatre and Dance, has been selected as the technical director by the U.S. Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT) for the U.S. entry in the 2019 Prague Quadrennial (PQ), the global showcase for the best in performance design, scenography and theater architecture.
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 03:00 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos reminded anglers to be cautious when ice fishing.
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 02:35 pm
Terry Collins, RN, LNHA, administrator at The McGuire Group's Northgate Health Care Facility in North Tonawanda, is a recipient of the 2019 Eli Pick Facility Leadership Award presented by the American College of Health Care Administrators.
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 02:15 pm
Catholic Charities on Tuesday announced the launch of the 2019 Appeal. The goal for the 2019 fundraiser once again is $11 million, of which $1.4 million has already been raised. The theme for the Appeal 2019 is "Help your neighbor find HOPE."
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 01:45 pm
The Niagara County Community College nursing program routinely ranks above state and national averages for pass rates on the National Council License Examination for both registered nurses and practical nurses.
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 01:30 pm
The local Geico office in Tonawanda recently partnered with the local Disabled American Veterans chapter at the Brounschidle Post in Kenmore for a fundraiser for disabled veterans.
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 01:25 pm
Allegiant announced Tuesday that service from Niagara Falls International Airport to Savannah, Georgia via Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport will begin June 7. To celebrate, the company is offering fares on the new route as low as $49* each way.
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 01:10 pm
According to a state study, 10 percent of the basements in homes in Niagara County have reported radon levels above the radioactive measurement of four picocuries per liter (pCi/L), which is the short-term safety standard. Fifteen percent of homes tested in the City of Lockport are estimated to have exceeded that standard.
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 01:05 pm
The Town of Niagara Town Board held its first regular meeting of 2019 Tuesday night. The meeting was rather quick and light in content, but several town matters were accounted for.
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 01:00 pm
When people talk to local leaders and elected officials, every person has the dreams and aspirations of making their community a better place. When talking to Jesse Gooch, one can hear just how compassionate and determined he is to do so.
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 12:35 pm
Order forms for the 2019 conservation tree and shrub seedling sale are now available from the Erie County Soil and Water Conservation District.
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 12:35 pm
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz today voiced his support for proposed legislation that would amend New York state real property tax law to provide a temporary extension for payment of real property taxes owed by a federal employee or governmental contractor affected by the partial governmental shutdown, now in its fourth week and the longest government shutdown in history.
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 09:40 am
On Thursday, the Buffalo City Mission announced its gratitude to the Western New York community for helping to raise $2.43 million for the 2018 annual fall campaign - exceeding its $2.35 million goal. The campaign comprises nearly one-third of the City Mission's annual operating budget.
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 07:00 am
Ever wondered about the origins of the historic log cabins in this area? The Niagara History Center is hosting a program that will answer those questions.
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Thu, Jan 17th 2019 07:00 am
The Dreams to Memories Foundation USA, a locally registered nonprofit, charitable foundation, is selling raffle tickets for its "Buffalo Hockey Night Out" fundraiser.
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Wed, Jan 16th 2019 08:40 pm
At a community meeting on Wednesday, scientists provided the public with an update on a court-ordered study that investigates how pollution from the Tonawanda Coke Corp. plant may have impacted soil in Western New York.
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Wed, Jan 16th 2019 07:00 pm
On Friday, Western New York high school basketball lovers are in for a treat.
Niagara Falls High School and Lewiston-Porter will battle for the first time this season in a game that has produced almost as much hype as an NBA finals game.
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Wed, Jan 16th 2019 03:05 pm
New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli has called on 49 of the largest U.S. companies, including Apple, McDonald's, Nike and Twentieth Century Fox, to report on their inclusion of people with disabilities across the enterprise.
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Wed, Jan 16th 2019 03:00 pm
The Taste of Buffalo presented by Tops announced the deadline for restaurants and wineries to apply for the 2019 festival is Thursday, Jan. 31. Applications can be completed online at www.tasteofbuffalo.com/apply.
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Wed, Jan 16th 2019 02:40 pm
Kingdom Bound Ministries announces "AWAKEN 2019," an all-new conference for middle-school and high-school students and their leaders set to take place in downtown Buffalo the weekend of Feb. 15-16.
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Wed, Jan 16th 2019 01:25 pm
As the partial government shutdown continues, leaving many federal government employees furloughed or working without compensation, the Food Bank of WNY is mobilizing to hold a series of special food distributions throughout its four-county service area to assist impacted employees and their families who may be experiencing financial hardship or food insecurity.
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Wed, Jan 16th 2019 01:20 pm
The government shutdown has left many travelers asking how it will impact their travel plans. According to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), the agency screens more than 2 million passengers every day at nearly 440 airports nationwide.
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Wed, Jan 16th 2019 01:15 pm
Sophomore forwards Eric Cooley and Justin Kendall and defenseman Noah Delmas of the Niagara University men's hockey team have been nominated for the prestigious Hobey Baker Award, presented annually to the top player in NCAA Division I men's ice hockey.
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Wed, Jan 16th 2019 01:15 pm
The Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. (ECHDC) today issued a request for proposals (RFP) for the operations and maintenance of First Buffalo River Marina on the city's Outer Harbor.
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Wed, Jan 16th 2019 11:25 am
Why does one need certain insurance coverage for a business?
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Wed, Jan 16th 2019 11:10 am
The Grand Island Chamber of Commerce will host the 2019 Grand Island State of the Town and Schools event from 10-11:45 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, at the Buffalo Launch Club, 503 E. River Road. Scheduled guest speakers include Town of Grand Island Supervisor Nate McMurray and Grand Island Central School District Superintendent Brian Graham, Ed.D.
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Wed, Jan 16th 2019 11:00 am
The Neighbors Foundation had a very successful holiday season with donations to its "Share Your Happiness" program and the pancake breakfast hosted by Ellden's Restaurant (River Oaks Clubhouse).
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Tue, Jan 15th 2019 04:35 pm
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Assemblyman Kenneth Zebrowski announced the Assembly will pass legislation that would allow local governments and school districts to give furloughed federal employees a temporary extension to pay their property taxes.
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Tue, Jan 15th 2019 04:35 pm
A University at Buffalo psychologist has published a neuroimaging study that could help develop tests for early identification of dyslexia, a disorder that effects 80 percent of those diagnosed with difficulties reading, writing and spelling.
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Tue, Jan 15th 2019 11:55 am
The University at Buffalo has partnered with The Center for Discovery (TCFD), a leading provider of medical and clinical care and education services for people with complex developmental disabilities, to advance critical research in autism and other complex conditions.
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Tue, Jan 15th 2019 11:05 am
The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance announced most recipients of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will receive their full February benefits early, due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. Current SNAP recipients may receive their February benefits by Thursday, Jan. 17.
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Tue, Jan 15th 2019 11:05 am
The outdoor skating rinks at DeVeaux Woods State Park and Reservoir State Park are now open, weather-pending, and are free for the public to use.
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Tue, Jan 15th 2019 11:05 am
Niagara University's College of Education, Levesque Institute for Civic Engagement, and Ostapenko Center for Race, Equality and Mission are co-sponsoring a summit titled "Mobilizing the Community to Transform the Lives of Children Living in Poverty." The free event will take place from 4-6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25, in the Russell J. Salvatore Dining Commons on Niagara University's campus.
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Tue, Jan 15th 2019 11:05 am
Mount St. Mary's Hospital's nuclear medicine program has been granted an additional three-year term of accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in nuclear cardiology. This reaccreditation demonstrates the facility's ongoing commitment to providing quality patient care in nuclear cardiology.
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Mon, Jan 14th 2019 05:45 pm
A man who had mistaken a woman for a deer while hunting illegally after sunset in November 2017 was sentenced to prison, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced today.
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Mon, Jan 14th 2019 04:45 pm
Residents and businesses in the Village of Lewiston were unexpectedly without electricity for about a half-hour Monday afternoon as National Grid made repairs to substation 087 at North Fifth and Oneida streets.
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Mon, Jan 14th 2019 02:55 pm
In order to maintain access to arts during times of economic stress, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is offering two free tickets to furloughed federal employees, veterans, and military families for the first BPO concert of 2019.
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Mon, Jan 14th 2019 02:35 pm
The Niagara County Sheriff's Office will work with Erie County Crimestoppers to set up a fund for those wishing to pledge money for a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons involved in the Wilson Road dog abuse case. The Niagara County Sheriff's Office will not accept money directly, nor is the sheriff's office responsible for making any reward payment.
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Mon, Jan 14th 2019 02:05 pm
The Alzheimer's Association, Western New York Chapter, is planning a special three-part educational program for caregivers of those living with middle-stage dementia. "Vital Care for the Caregiver" will focus on:
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Mon, Jan 14th 2019 02:05 pm
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.245, up less than 1 cent from last week. One year ago, the price was $2.53. The New York state average is $2.55 - down 3 cents from last week. A year ago, the state average was $2.68.
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