Wed, Nov 20th 2013 07:00 am
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, is asking the bankruptcy court judge overseeing the case involving Direct Air to consider relief for consumers financially impacted by the company's sudden shut down.
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Wed, Nov 20th 2013 07:00 am
Assemblyman John Ceretto, in an effort to make sure families stay warm this winter, is informing his constituents of home heating assistance available through the New York State Department of Temporary and Disability Assistance.
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Wed, Nov 20th 2013 06:55 am
The new 96.1 JOY FM wants to give Western New Yorkers an opportunity to be one of the first to see the biggest holiday blockbuster of the season: "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire."
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Tue, Nov 19th 2013 10:50 pm
Adell's School of Dance took first place in the dance segment of the Niagara Electric Lights Parade, hosted by the Town of Niagara Business Association. The parade routine was presented by the studio's performance competition team, pictured, which is comprised of 70 dancers from the region.
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Tue, Nov 19th 2013 10:30 pm
Doodle Bugs! Children's Centers, a leading education-based child care organization in Western New York, makes it a priority to help teach children about the importance of generosity and thankfulness through the activities in its curriculum. However, staffers also practice what they preach.
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Tue, Nov 19th 2013 10:30 pm
The Buffalo Sabres today announced they will partner with Entercom Buffalo for a Thanksgiving turkey drive this Thursday, Nov. 21, to benefit local food pantries. The turkey drive will take place from 7-9 a.m. in the parking lot at the Entercom Buffalo offices, located at 500 Corporate Parkway, Buffalo.
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Tue, Nov 19th 2013 05:00 pm
The Western New York Power Proceeds Allocation Board has recommended $2.115 million in funding to seven Western New York enterprises, including $1 million to Ford Motor Company to train its workforce on the next generation of technologies that will allow it to compete as a world-class stamping manufacturer.
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Tue, Nov 19th 2013 05:00 pm
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman announced his office has entered into multistate a settlement agreement with Google Inc. concerning its unauthorized placement of cookies on computers using Apple Safari Web browsers during 2011 and 2012. Of the $17 million in settlement money, New York will receive $899,580.
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Tue, Nov 19th 2013 05:00 pm
Empire State Development's board of directors met and approved $40,142,296 in funding for projects that will create more than 1,430 new jobs and retain more than 2,350 jobs throughout the Empire State. This funding will leverage $674-plus million in additional investments to support business growth and lay the groundwork for future economic growth and job creation.
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Tue, Nov 19th 2013 05:00 pm
In the aftermath of the devastating and deadly natural disasters in the American Midwest and the Philippines, millions of New Yorkers and individuals across the country are looking for ways to aid victims in rebuilding their lives.
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Tue, Nov 19th 2013 05:00 pm
The Erie County Agricultural Society has named Bryan C. Wittman honorary chairman of the 175th Erie County Fair, set for 2014. Wittman, a native of Hamburg, is currently vice president of global special events for Disney Parks and Resorts.
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Tue, Nov 19th 2013 05:00 pm
State agencies spent more than $462 million on overtime in the first nine months of 2013, a jump of $65 million over the same period in 2012, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today.
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Tue, Nov 19th 2013 05:00 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, spoke from the Floor of the House of Representatives to advocate for orally administered chemotherapy drugs to be covered by insurance companies at an equal cost to more traditional intravenous chemotherapy drugs.
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Mon, Nov 18th 2013 09:00 pm
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University is hosting Japanese tea and Ethiopian coffee ceremonies in its Main Gallery Thursday, Nov. 21, from 12:40-2 p.m.
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Mon, Nov 18th 2013 01:10 pm
The wine was not the only "spirit" to be seen along the Niagara Wine Trail USA last weekend. The spirit of giving back was the theme of the trail's "Share the Bounty" event, held Nov. 8-11. The 19 wineries along the Niagara Wine Trail, USA, raised funds and nonperishable food items for local charities and food banks.
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Mon, Nov 18th 2013 01:10 pm
State Sen. Mark Grisanti offered the following comments Friday:
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Mon, Nov 18th 2013 01:10 pm
HARBORCENTER President John R. Koelmel announced today that Dominic Verni has been named general manager of its restaurant and sports bar.
"Dom brings tremendous experience and notable success in the food and beverage industry to HARBORCENTER," Koelmel said. "We are very excited to have him leading the team that will make our restaurant and sports bar one of downtown Buffalo's most enjoyable and notable entertainment venues."
The yet-to-be-named establishment will be owned and operated by HARBORCENTER.
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Mon, Nov 18th 2013 01:10 pm
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce coordinated its first "Share the Bounty" wine tour in conjunction with the Niagara Wine Trail "Share the Bounty" event.
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Mon, Nov 18th 2013 07:00 am
Last year, Niagara University welcomed Dr. Abdiwelli Ali to campus to talk about his time as prime minister of Somalia, and his experiences in rebuilding his nation.
This year, Niagara is upping the ante, with plans to showcase the campus community's Vincentian impact throughout the entire world.
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Mon, Nov 18th 2013 07:00 am
The Buffalo and Erie County Greenway Fund Standing Committee has set Jan. 27, 2014, as the deadline for submission of projects to be considered in the next round of funding.
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Sat, Nov 16th 2013 11:00 am
Come "Black Friday," Lewiston retailers hope shoppers skip the "big-box" stores in favor of small businesses.
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Sat, Nov 16th 2013 07:00 am
The Historical Association of Lewiston has announced tickets are now on sale for the ninth annual Tour of Homes, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7 and 8, at select addresses in the Lewiston area.
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Sat, Nov 16th 2013 07:00 am
You'd love to spend the next month and a half decking the halls, enjoying festive parties, and shopping for gifts for your family and friends. Unfortunately, if you're one of the millions of Americans who buy their own health insurance, the "silver and gold" that will dominate your thoughts this holiday season is the silver and gold (and bronze and platinum) designations of the Obamacare health plans.
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Sat, Nov 16th 2013 07:00 am
On July 7, Wheatfield resident Tim Synor underwent successful heart transplant surgery at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester and was given the gift of life.
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Sat, Nov 16th 2013 07:00 am
Last month, the Porter on the Lake Park committee joined with area elected officials and the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon cutting to mark the completion of new updated playground at the park.
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Sat, Nov 16th 2013 07:00 am
Holy Ghost Lutheran School Parent Teacher League is sponsoring a Christkindl Market, Saturday, Dec. 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the school, 6630 Luther St., Niagara Falls. This event will feature a Christmas craft show with about 50 crafters and a German-themed lunch with sausage, sauerkraut, and other homemade favorites.
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Sat, Nov 16th 2013 07:00 am
The Lake Ontario Ordnance Works Community Action Council will meet with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District, on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 6:30 p.m. Open to the public, the session will be held in the Alumni Room of the Lewiston-Porter School District's Community Resource Center on the Creek Road campus.
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Sat, Nov 16th 2013 07:00 am
High oleic soybeans deliver innovation in every pod harvested. It's innovation that provides solutions to some of U.S. soy's biggest customers and helps build demand for U.S. soybean oil. But, these varieties don't stop there - they also perform in farmers' fields.
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Sat, Nov 16th 2013 07:00 am
The Buffalo Sabres have announced they will hold a "Fan Food Drive" at select home games during the month of November to benefit the Food Bank of Western New York.
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Sat, Nov 16th 2013 07:00 am
It is that time of year when it is important to watch for deer, while driving. Deer breeding and hunting season is upon us and deer are very active.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2013 11:45 pm
Nutritional epidemiologist Youfa Wang, an internationally recognized expert in childhood nutrition and obesity, has been named professor and chair of the University at Buffalo department of social and preventive medicine in the School of Public Health and Health Professions.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2013 11:45 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, introduced H.R.3452 the Furthering Access and Networks for Sports Act of 2013, the House of Representatives version of a bill backed by senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and John McCain (R-Ariz.) in the Senate.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2013 11:25 pm
The guests of honor, Matthew Donovan and Michelle Hess, along with the benefit committee, would like to extend their most sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to their fundraiser.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2013 11:00 pm
Houghton College is the first and only college in the eastern U.S. to offer a loan repayment assistance program to all incoming first year students in the 2014-15 school year.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2013 07:00 am
The Niagara Hospice Alliance will host its annual Light-A-Life Memorial Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 4 p.m., under the Dominic Lariccia Family Pavilion behind Niagara Hospice House, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2013 07:00 am
The Buffalo Sabres have announced the proceeds from this year's 10th annual Sabres Alumni Fall Wine Festival will benefit breast cancer care causes throughout Western New York.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2013 07:00 am
The Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy will be restoring a long-lost garden to Riverside Park. The project, now called RiverRock Gardens, is underway and, once completed, will boast 13,000 square-feet of new pathways, more than 1,100 shrubs and 1,000 perennials, all of which follow a historic plant plan from 1898.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2013 07:00 am
While YMCA Buffalo Niagara's "Turkey Trot" is officially sold out, organizers still need help in making this event a success.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2013 07:00 am
The Buffalo History Museum presents its 10th annual local author book-signing event Saturday, Nov. 30, from noon until 2 p.m. at One Museum Court (Elmwood Avenue and Nottingham Terrace).
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Fri, Nov 15th 2013 12:00 am
The Niagara County SPCA is pairing with local veterans' groups and representatives from Niagara University to bring healing to veterans in the community and animals in the animal shelter.
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