Wed, Dec 20th 2017 04:40 pm
The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) announced the documentary "Reversing the Stigma" is now available to view on YouTube.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2017 04:35 pm
The 13th annual Fairground Festival of Lights concludes its 18-day run this Saturday at the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. A time-honored Western New York holiday tradition, the festival is open an expanded weekday schedule through Saturday, Dec. 23, to accommodate those who want to get one last request to Santa or view over 1 million twinkling lights.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2017 04:35 pm
Mount St. Mary's Hospital has announced the appointment of Mark Carl, R.N., to the position of director of critical care and medical/surgical. The appointment was announced by Jessica Visser, vice president, patient care services.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2017 04:35 pm
Varied diets and persistence in exposing infants and children to healthy foods, even when they don't like them at first, are key to promoting healthy eating behaviors, a new review paper has concluded.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2017 03:50 pm
Niagara Falls-area parents unable to purchase presents for their children this holiday season were given the opportunity Wednesday to select toys, free of charge, to take home and place under the Christmas tree.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2017 01:00 pm
The Tourism Partnership of Niagara board of directors has appointed tourism industry veteran Anthony Annunziata as its president, following a nationwide executive leadership search.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2017 12:40 pm
According to data released by the March of Dimes, Mount St. Mary's Hospital has earned a grade of "A" in its work to prevent premature births.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2017 12:40 pm
On Monday, the Niagara Falls Water Board authorized a consent order with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, which DEC executed on Tuesday.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2017 12:35 pm
The New York Power Authority board of trustees has approved a budget for the 2018 fiscal year that enables NYPA to rapidly respond to changes in the energy landscape while becoming the nation's first utility to fully digitize its operations.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2017 12:35 pm
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz was joined earlier this week by Commissioner of Central Police Services James Jancewicz and John Sullivan, director of the Erie County STOP-DWI office, alongside members of local and state law enforcement to reinforce a holiday safety message and announce the beginning of extra patrols as part of the state and national DWI enforcement campaign.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2017 12:30 pm
Thanks to artists from Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara, several walls at Mount St. Mary's Hospital are now adorned with artwork. Displays have been placed in four separate areas for the enjoyment of physicians, staff and visitors. Some of the artists recently visited the hospital to view the displays.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2017 12:30 pm
State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the New York State Electronic Equipment Recycling and Reuse Act has driven the collection and recycling of more than 520 million pounds - or 260,000 tons - of electronic waste (e-waste) from 2011-16.
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Wed, Dec 20th 2017 12:30 pm
As the 2018 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship comes to Buffalo, Canalside will be transformed into a one-of-a-kind outdoor experience that celebrates the tournament. Championship Village, a free attraction featuring interactive fun, live music and a warming station with food and drink, opens at 3 p.m. Friday.
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Tue, Dec 19th 2017 05:40 pm
Trustees in the Village of Lewiston voted Monday to approve a change to the municipal sign code. Intent on helping people spot local businesses from the street, the board voted unanimously to modify the projecting sign size from two square feet up to a maximum of six square feet.
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Tue, Dec 19th 2017 05:00 pm
Flags were at half-staff Tuesday in the Village of Lewiston in honor of Peter MacLaren, who unexpectedly passed away on Monday.
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Tue, Dec 19th 2017 10:15 am
Lewiston and Tuscarora Nation residents gathered together Tuesday morning at the corner of Center Street and Portage Road to observe the 204th anniversary of the village's most significant event.
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Mon, Dec 18th 2017 05:20 pm
Mountains of pillows and a roomful of toiletries greeted Passage House Domestic Violence Services staff when they arrived at the City of Niagara Falls Department of Public Works on Monday afternoon. For the past six weeks, United Steelworkers Local No. 9434 and Women of Steel have collected shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, body wash, combs, pillows and sheets for the Family & Children's Service of Niagara program. Most items were purchased and donated, while others were handmade and personally delivered.
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Mon, Dec 18th 2017 01:50 pm
Erie County Legislator Kevin Hardwick has secured a $5,000 budget allocation for the ongoing DeGlopper Memorial Expansion Project.
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Mon, Dec 18th 2017 01:45 pm
Neighbors Foundation President Henry Kammerer said 54 families will receive assistance this holiday as part of the organization's Share Your Happiness food distribution.
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Mon, Dec 18th 2017 09:45 am
The U.S. Navy commissioned USS Little Rock (LCS 9) - the nation's fifth freedom-variant littoral combat ship (LCS) - on the Buffalo River on Saturday. This milestone officially places the ship, which was designed and built by Lockheed Martin and Fincantieri Marinette Marine, into active service.
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Sat, Dec 16th 2017 07:00 am
Kerri Nowak has been replaced as principal at Huth Road Elementary School after the Grand Island Board of Education approved two agreements at Monday's board meeting.
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Sat, Dec 16th 2017 07:00 am
Lions Club International recently held its annual three-day Leadership Institute in Binghamton. The purpose of the Lions Leadership Institute is to provide Lions with the opportunity to enhance skills in preparation for leadership responsibilities at the club, zone, region and district level - as well as interact with fellow Lions from clubs across all of New York.
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Fri, Dec 15th 2017 09:25 pm
Dominique DeGregorio is asking fellow Islanders to support a donation drive for needy children.
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Fri, Dec 15th 2017 09:10 pm
On Tuesday night, North Tonawanda Mayor Arthur Pappas announced the next round of Hometown Heroes banners to be revealed in the city. The banners are now open to all veterans and not just active duty members. This year the American Legion Sikora Post 1322 recognized MM2 Stephen Sikora, U.S. Navy; Sgt. John Lukasik, U.S. Army Corps; and PFC Stanley Maziarz, U.S. Army.
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Fri, Dec 15th 2017 09:05 pm
On Dec. 19, 20 and 21, the Town of Niagara Recreation Department will host Christmas week at the Calvin K. Richards Senior/Youth Activity Center, 7000 Lockport Road. The three days of events will include Christmas activities for children and families to enjoy.
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Fri, Dec 15th 2017 09:05 pm
Macerich's Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls, USA, invites visitors to bring their furry friends (cats and dogs only) to visit Santa for a photo this holiday season.
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Fri, Dec 15th 2017 09:00 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has again been transformed into a winter wonderland thanks to the talents of renowned interior designer Richard Nashwinter, who volunteers his talents to brighten the days of countless patients and visitors during the holidays.
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Fri, Dec 15th 2017 09:00 pm
Setting up a fundraiser for a cause is no easy task. To Jordan Fox, 18, setting up a scholarship in Joey Brochey's name was an absolute must. With the hard work of Fox, there will be a memorial hockey game from 3-5 p.m. Saturday at Hyde Park Ice Pavilion.
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Fri, Dec 15th 2017 09:00 pm
The Niagara River Greenway Commission will meet Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018 to determine the consistency of the 58th round of projects. The meeting will take place at 3 p.m. at the offices of DeVeaux Woods State Park, 3180 DeVeaux Woods Drive, Niagara Falls.
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Thu, Dec 14th 2017 06:10 pm
Deposits for Food presented its annual holiday donations to two Niagara Falls food pantries, Community Missions and Heart, Love & Soul. Checks to the pantries were presented in November and December to cover the Thanksgiving/Christmas seasons.
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Thu, Dec 14th 2017 04:15 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health nursing division, in collaboration with the Niagara County Office for the Aging, is offering free workshops throughout Niagara County for individuals with any ongoing health condition; for example, arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, pain and high blood pressure.
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Thu, Dec 14th 2017 04:10 pm
Dave & Adam's has announced one of the most historic pieces in Buffalo sports history has come home: the original 1970 document awarding an NHL franchise to Buffalo.
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Thu, Dec 14th 2017 04:10 pm
Adoption STAR is seeking permanent adoptive families for children in foster care. Enrollment is open for adoption education classes starting in January 2018.
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Thu, Dec 14th 2017 04:10 pm
WBFO-FM 88.7 has established a new veterans news desk with funding from Saint Bonaventure University. The desk began airing reports this month.
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Thu, Dec 14th 2017 04:10 pm
With the new year comes a changing of the guard at Kenmore Mercy Hospital, a member of Catholic Health. Walter Ludwig, Kenmore Mercy's chief operating officer since 2009, will take over the reins of the north town hospital, as James Millard, president and CEO, will retire at the start of 2018.
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Thu, Dec 14th 2017 04:10 pm
Sheriff James R. Voutour announced Niagara County law enforcement agencies will participate in a special enforcement effort to crackdown on impaired driving.
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Thu, Dec 14th 2017 04:05 pm
As part of Round VII of Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo's Regional Council initiative, the Western New York Regional Economic Development Council (WNYREDC) was awarded $68.8 million for 112 projects that build on the region's assets to invest in the future. The announcement, which supports projects in Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie and Niagara counties, was made Wednesday in Albany.
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Thu, Dec 14th 2017 04:05 pm
Applications are now available to eligible municipalities and not-for-profit organizations to compete for Preserve New York grants. Preserve New York is a signature grant program of the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) and Preservation League of New York State, with additional support from The Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation.
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Thu, Dec 14th 2017 04:05 pm
New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman released the following statement upon the Federal Communications Commission's vote, announcing he will lead a multistate lawsuit to stop the rollback of net neutrality:
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Thu, Dec 14th 2017 12:45 pm
The mission of Cornell Cooperative Extension is to enable people to improve their lives and communities through partnerships that put experience and research knowledge to work. At the annual state yearend luncheon, the Friend of Extension Award was given to someone who embodies that mission: Jim Bittner of Appleton.
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