Fri, Nov 14th 2014 03:55 pm
The Buffalo Sabres announced the team will host a recycled clothing drive before their game against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday.
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Fri, Nov 14th 2014 03:55 pm
Thanks to the generosity of the Maid of the Mist Corp., Mount St. Mary's Hospital recently acquired two new Chrysler Town & Country vans to continue their courtesy transportation service known as VanGo.
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Fri, Nov 14th 2014 03:45 pm
As part of his animal protection initiative, Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman has announced his office is offering guidance to local governments interested in drafting enforceable laws that will help curb animal abuse by so-called "puppy mills" and pet retail stores, and, ultimately, expand the standards for animal welfare in New York.
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Fri, Nov 14th 2014 03:45 pm
Niagara Catholic Jr./Sr. High School is working hard to increase enrollment both locally and internationally. Three international students have been accepted into the 10th grade and will begin in January.
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Fri, Nov 14th 2014 03:45 pm
Mass on this Sunday evening began like many others before it, with the singing of "Open My Eyes, Lord" permeating through Niagara University's Alumni Chapel.
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Thu, Nov 13th 2014 08:30 am
Niagara Gospel Rescue Mission is celebrating its fourth annual "Feed the Falls" events again this Thanksgiving and Christmas. It has opened the "Turkey Hotline" for those in need to request a Thanksgiving dinner.
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Thu, Nov 13th 2014 08:30 am
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, is reminding local high school students interested in attending one of the U.S. service academies that the last day to submit a request for a nomination is Friday. Service academy appointments are made by the president of the United States based on congressional and/or military nominations.
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Thu, Nov 13th 2014 08:30 am
Dr. Daniel Burns, OB/GYN, has announced he is now delivering babies exclusively at Mount St. Mary's Hospital.
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Thu, Nov 13th 2014 08:30 am
Carrols Corp., operator of more than 900 Burger King restaurants in several states, announced the re-opening of its restaurant located at 7403 Niagara Falls Blvd.
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Thu, Nov 13th 2014 08:30 am
The Summit View Residents Association will present its annual basket auction in the Community Room at Summit View Apartments, 7210 Williams Road. The event runs from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Dec. 6.
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Thu, Nov 13th 2014 08:30 am
Heart of Niagara Animal Rescue will be present with adoptable dogs from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday at the Walden Galleria Mall. Volunteers will be on the lower level in front of Famous Footwear, which is located between Lord and Taylor and Macy's.
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Wed, Nov 12th 2014 10:50 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto today announced federal funding is being made available through New York's Home Energy Assistance Program to help families in need heat their homes during the cold winter season.
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Wed, Nov 12th 2014 10:50 pm
Plans to construct a state-of-the-art nursing simulation center at Niagara University have received a major shot in the arm, thanks to the support of the George I. Alden Trust.
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Wed, Nov 12th 2014 10:10 am
Joseph M. Falbo Jr., a 1991 graduate of Niagara University, was recently elected president of the 28,000-member New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants. He becomes the first NU alumnus - and only the second member from the Buffalo chapter - to chair the association since it was incorporated in 1897.
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Wed, Nov 12th 2014 07:00 am
Our Lady of Fatima Shrine Knights of Columbus Council No. 14622 hosts its seventh annual spaghetti dinner from 3 until 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 22, in the shrine's dining hall, 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston.
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Tue, Nov 11th 2014 09:55 pm
Lois Gibbs, the nationally recognized environmental activist who exposed and pushed for changes at the Love Canal toxic waste site, will speak at the University at Buffalo School of Management Nov. 21.
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Tue, Nov 11th 2014 09:30 pm
More than 70 residents, patients and volunteers of Mount St. Mary's Hospital and the Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence were honored today as part of the organization's Veterans Day tribute luncheon.
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Tue, Nov 11th 2014 09:30 pm
Four members of the "Greatest Generation" who now live at Schoellkopf Health Center traveled to Hyde Park today to attend Veterans Day ceremonies at the Niagara Falls Veterans Memorial. All four served in the U.S. armed forces in World War II.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 04:25 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, in his role as the ranking member of the Assembly's Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports Development Committee, announced virtual tours of all of New York's state parks are being made available online at http://www.nystateparkstours.com/.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 04:25 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto has announced the release of a new online resource that will connect out-of-work veterans to temporary state employment opportunities.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 01:00 pm
The New York State Bar Association has called on state leaders to expand the availability of veterans treatment courts throughout New York.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 01:00 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation has announced travel restrictions are scheduled to begin Thursday on the Robert Moses State Parkway in the vicinity of Niagara Falls State Park, in the City of Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 01:00 pm
The University at Buffalo will honor its veteran and military service members at the university's fifth annual Veterans Day Celebration Nov. 11 on the North Campus.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 01:00 pm
Dunkin' Donuts, America's all-day, every-day stop for coffee and baked goods, will offer Western New York residents a reward for good behavior when they show support for the second-oldest humane society in the country.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 12:55 pm
The Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., is once again lacing up his running shoes to raise money for local charities.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 12:55 pm
John Patrick Blundell, M.D., has joined the medical staff at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center as a member of its hospitalist team.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 12:55 pm
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman has issued a brochure offering tips to New Yorkers buying health insurance coverage for 2015.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 12:50 pm
The Buffalo History Museum offers a unique holiday shopping experience at its 11th annual local author book-signing. The event runs from noon until 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at the museum, One Museum Court at Elmwood Avenue and Nottingham Terrace intersection.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 07:00 am
Niagara University's campus will fall silent at 2 p.m. this Veterans Day (Nov. 11) in honor of the American servicemen and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 07:00 am
Veterans and active military personnel have a hearty hotcakes breakfast coming their way - free on Veterans Day, thanks to Bob Evans Farms. All Bob Evans restaurants will serve free, all-you-can-eat hotcakes to veterans and active duty military members who present a valid military ID Tuesday, Nov. 11.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 07:00 am
Expanding upon its six-year Veterans Day tradition of providing free meals to current and former service members, this year Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar will look to provide everyday household items such as washers and dryers and medical equipment to veterans or active duty military and their families in need.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 07:00 am
Tops Friendly Markets announced the company will offer military personnel and their immediate families an 11 percent discount off their grocery bill this Veterans Day.
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Mon, Nov 10th 2014 07:00 am
The River SideBar will take center stage Thursday as Water Street Landing celebrates its 10th anniversary with tasty new changes to the casual end of the restaurant.
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Sat, Nov 8th 2014 02:10 pm
When the annual VFW Veterans Day ceremony is held at Youngstown's Veterans Park at 11 a.m. Nov. 11, participants will notice some improvements at the veterans monument.
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Sat, Nov 8th 2014 01:55 pm
Niagara County Community College will host its annual Veterans Day Ceremony on at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 10, at NCCC's Veterans Memorial Park, 3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn.
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Sat, Nov 8th 2014 01:55 pm
Dunkin' Donuts recently announced a new initiative to raise awareness of services for Western New York veterans, service members and their families this Veterans Day.
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Sat, Nov 8th 2014 01:50 pm
At a public hearing Thursday, Supervisor Dennis Brochey and the board heard comments, criticisms and suggestions from roughly a half-dozen residents on how the town could make some headway as it strives to better manage its financial affairs.
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Sat, Nov 8th 2014 01:50 pm
As Veterans Day approaches, the Niagara County Clerk's Office wishes to remind area servicemen and women of the availability of the county's "Thank A Vet" program and its many benefits.
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Sat, Nov 8th 2014 01:50 pm
Old Fort Niagara's role in the first World War will be the topic of a special Veterans Day program at the Fort Niagara Officers Club. The program begins at 2 p.m. Tuesday with an overview of the fort's physical plant during 1917-18.
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Sat, Nov 8th 2014 01:00 pm
Youngstown Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 313 will distribute buddy poppies from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. this weekend at Melloni's Marketplace, 200 Lockport St.
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