Mon, Apr 28th 2014 10:55 am
In a special ceremony, Congressman Brian Higgins and members of the United States Marine Corps presented the family of Montford Point Marine William H. Givens Jr. with the Congressional Gold Medal for his service during World War II.
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Mon, Apr 28th 2014 10:55 am
Spider-Man, star of Columbia Pictures' "The Amazing Spider-Man 2," visited Riverbank State Park to encourage youth to "Be a Hero" at their favorite New York state park and register to volunteer Saturday, May 3, for "I Love My Park Day."
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Mon, Apr 28th 2014 10:05 am
Artpark announced the final performers in the "First Niagara presents Tuesday in the Park" and "Coors Light Wednesdays" outdoor concert series 2014 season lineups Monday morning. The list includes:
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Mon, Apr 28th 2014 07:00 am
The Lewiston Public Library, 305 S. Eighth St., in the Village of Lewiston, announces the following programs, events and activities for the month of May.
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Mon, Apr 28th 2014 07:00 am
Seven Erie and Niagara County cultural attractions are teaming up to present a collaborative weekend, May 8-10, enabling guests to visit seven locations for one price. "History in Your Backyard" participants will receive a commemorative passport that will be stamped at each attraction. The passport will also contain discounts for numerous local restaurants.
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Sat, Apr 26th 2014 09:30 am
Oh, you won't believe this.
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Sat, Apr 26th 2014 09:00 am
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce, the Village of Lewiston and The Silo Restaurant, in cooperation with the Niagara River Anglers, will celebrate one of the region's most famous natural resources when they host the Lewiston Smelt Festival.
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Sat, Apr 26th 2014 07:00 am
On Thursday, May 15, the Castellani Art Museum will open its "Meet Me at the CAM" "Art City" series with a presentation by former director Sandra Olsen, Ph.D., on the formation of the museum's collection of modern and contemporary art.
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Sat, Apr 26th 2014 07:00 am
The Niagara County Genealogical Society will present the free program "Genealogical Records Found in the Lockport Public Library and the Niagara County Historians Office" at 7 p.m. on April 30 at 215 Niagara St., Lockport.
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Sat, Apr 26th 2014 07:00 am
This first-of-its-kind happening will take place rain or shine at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, in the lower Niagara River between Lewiston and Youngstown. Briefly put, it's a new type of on-river competition/social experience to benefit the It Happened to Alexa Foundation.
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Fri, Apr 25th 2014 08:55 pm
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Fri, Apr 25th 2014 08:55 pm
National Infant Immunization Week is April 26 to May 3.
This is an annual observance to highlight the importance of protecting infants from vaccine-preventable disease and to celebrate the achievements of immunization programs in promoting healthy communities throughout the U.S.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of National Infant Immunization Week. When National Infant Immunization Week was established in 1994, immunization programs were facing significant challenges as communities across the U.S. were seeing decreasing immunization rates among children.
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Fri, Apr 25th 2014 08:55 pm
Make a $20 donation to Niagara Hospice and get a complimentary spinal exam and chiropractic adjustment, all in the same visit to Advance Chiropractic, 820 Main St., Niagara Falls, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 26.
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Fri, Apr 25th 2014 08:40 pm
The annual UB Run for Smiles, created by students at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine to raise community awareness about the dental clinic's affordable oral health care, will take place Saturday, April 26, at 10 a.m. in the Health Sciences Quad on the South Campus.
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Fri, Apr 25th 2014 08:40 pm
Though much of next week's forecast shows rain, it looks like the sun will shine Saturday, May 3, when Community Missions Inc. hosts its annual Walk for Niagara at Whirlpool State Park.
Around 200 walkers are expected to attend the event, rain or shine, to raise awareness and funds for Niagara County's underserved population.
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Fri, Apr 25th 2014 08:40 pm
Artpark welcomes Philadelphia's Enchantment Theatre Company as it presents two Mainstage Theater performances of "Aladdin & Other Enchanting Tales" Thursday, May 1, at 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
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Fri, Apr 25th 2014 08:35 pm
Dr. Shannon J. Hodges, an associate professor of counseling at Niagara University, has been named chair of the American Counseling Association's international committee. His three-year term commences July 1.
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Fri, Apr 25th 2014 08:35 pm
Mercy Flight WNY and FASNY's RecruitNY team teamed up on a fly-in contest to give departments in the Western New York area a chance to win a Mercy Flight fly-in at the RecruitNY open house.
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Fri, Apr 25th 2014 08:35 pm
At the request of the Buffalo Police Department and SPCA Serving Erie County, The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is assisting in evidence collection and the removal of 21 dogs seized during a dog-fighting raid in Buffalo.
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Fri, Apr 25th 2014 08:00 pm
Pet parents love nothing better than to take their dogs out for a leisurely walk. It's an activity both people and dogs enjoy, and a great way to enjoy pleasant weather and get in some exercise together. However, the fun can turn to frustration if your pup is determined to pull on the leash, and practically drags you everywhere you go.
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Fri, Apr 25th 2014 08:55 am
Niagara University's College of Education held an event Wednesday to officially unveil the Family Literacy Center.
The FLC, which is housed in the university's Academic Complex, is an on-campus educational opportunity for graduate students to demonstrate teaching while enhancing the literacy performance of at-risk readers and their families.
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Fri, Apr 25th 2014 08:55 am
A five-star review and a "pick of the month" designation from BBC Music Magazine is the latest international accolade for the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra's recording of Reinhold Gliere's Symphony No. 3, "Il'ya Muromets," released on the Naxos label in February.
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Fri, Apr 25th 2014 08:55 am
At 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, Western New York Land Conservancy will present findings from the Niagara Escarpment Legacy Project at the Pekin Fire Hall, 3024 Upper Mountain Road, Sanborn.
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Thu, Apr 24th 2014 02:00 pm
Once a year, Lewiston enthusiasts get together to celebrate achievements and to honor the people and organizations that make Lewiston a premiere community in Western New York. Top volunteers and benefactors who preserve and promote Lewiston's rich heritage are honored at this event, the Historical Association of Lewiston's annual celebration.
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Thu, Apr 24th 2014 02:00 pm
Tourism industry leaders are meeting with state and local elected officials Friday, April 25, to talk about important issues pertaining to the tourism industry. Antonio's at the Quality Inn, Niagara Hotel & Conference Center (7708 Niagara Falls Blvd., Niagara Falls) is hosting the event from 8:30 to 10 a.m.
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Thu, Apr 24th 2014 02:00 pm
If someone you love is showing signs of memory loss, or if they've recently been diagnosed with some form of dementia, the Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association is offering a program that may answer some likely questions.
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Thu, Apr 24th 2014 02:00 pm
Canisius College is hosting an "i am max" golf tournament and dinner Monday, May 19, at Diamond Hawk Golf Course, 255 Sonwil Drive, Cheektowaga. Proceeds from the event will be used toward tuition for children in the Institute for Autism Research's Summer Max treatment program.
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Thu, Apr 24th 2014 07:00 am
As part of an Earth Day celebration, Jessica Lemke's pre-K class at St. Peter R.C. School had to create something using recycled materials. Their creativity was notable, as seen in everything from guitars, castles and robots, to telescopes, pirate ships and more.
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Thu, Apr 24th 2014 07:00 am
Heart of Niagara Animal Rescue will bring its adoptable dogs to the Boulevard Mall his Saturday, April 26, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Come meet Rusty, Hal, Sally and Joey at the HON table set up at the Sears court.
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Thu, Apr 24th 2014 07:00 am
The Niagara University Student Veterans Organization will hold its second annual Memorial Day disc golf tournament at Joseph Davis State Park Saturday, May 24.
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Wed, Apr 23rd 2014 11:00 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins and U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand announced a federal grant totaling $21,029,578 for Community Action Organization of Erie County Inc. to support early childhood education programs in Erie County.
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Wed, Apr 23rd 2014 10:40 pm
The Pathways palliative care program announces a new affiliation with BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York for members living in Niagara County.
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Wed, Apr 23rd 2014 10:40 pm
The Arbor Day Foundation is offering a handy tree-care booklet designed to help people plant and care for trees.
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Wed, Apr 23rd 2014 04:30 pm
In a shocking turn of events Wednesday, the Lewiston Democratic Party candidates appointed to run in the June 17 Village of Lewiston election were ruled ineligible. Village Clerk Anne Welch disqualified mayoral candidate Jamie Symmonds and trustee candidate Jacqueline Lampman on the grounds their party failed to adhere to state election law.
Section 15-108(2)(c) states "Notice must be filed in the offices of the village clerk and the county board of elections at least 10 days before the scheduled caucus."
Welch said she did not receive notice from the Democrats of their caucus, which was held Tuesday, nor was a public announcement posted in her office.
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Tue, Apr 22nd 2014 10:00 pm
For the first time in 20 years, Village of Lewiston Democrats have a candidate for mayor.
Jamie Symmonds will represent the party in the June 17 election. She was nominated during Tuesday's Democratic Party caucus.
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Tue, Apr 22nd 2014 04:10 pm
The Niagara History Center's circa-1823 Col. William Bond-Jesse Hawley House will be open for two event weekends in advance of its 2014 season.
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Tue, Apr 22nd 2014 04:05 pm
The Niagara Tourism & Convention Corp. has announced the appointment of Anthony Brindisi, Michael Fiore, Kevin Schuler and Henry Sloma to the organization's board of directors. Each will serve a three-year term.
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Tue, Apr 22nd 2014 04:00 pm
Niagara University is one of the 332 most environmentally responsible colleges in the U.S. and Canada, according to The Princeton Review. The education services company known for its test prep programs and college rankings, ratings and guidebooks profiles NU in the fifth annual edition of its free downloadable book, "The Princeton Review's Guide to 332 Green Colleges."
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Tue, Apr 22nd 2014 07:00 am
The eighth season of the University Community Farmers Market will open Saturday, May 17, on the University at Buffalo South (Main Street) Campus. It will feature a variety of new and old vendors selling fresh food and local products.
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Tue, Apr 22nd 2014 07:00 am
So, you have an older book and you're not quite sure how old it is or if it's worth something. This presentation is for you.
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