Mon, Nov 11th 2013 01:00 pm
Another high-profile, veteran-friendly organization has ranked Niagara University as one of the nation's top institutions when it comes to embracing America's veterans as students.
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Mon, Nov 11th 2013 01:00 pm
Feherty's Troops First Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization co-founded by professional golfer and CBS Sports and Golf Channel writer and broadcaster David Feherty, will launch its inaugural Operation Warrior Call event Sunday, Nov. 24.
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Mon, Nov 11th 2013 01:00 pm
The Niagara USA Chamber is hosting the lecture, "Economic Vision 2014 and Beyond: Creating a Vibrant Future," at The Conference & Event Center Niagara Falls, 101 Old Falls St., Niagara Falls, on Thursday, Nov. 21, at 8 a.m. The keynote speaker is Gary Keith, vice president and regional economist for M&T Bank, who will discuss local and national economic trends.
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Mon, Nov 11th 2013 09:20 am
In recognition of Veteran's Day, National Grid is highlighting its programs to attract and retain veteran employees. Troops To Energy Jobs is an initiative in which National Grid has partnered with five other energy companies across the country, and the Center for Energy Workforce Development, to develop an accelerated process for bringing military veterans into the energy industry workforce nationwide and locally across New York state.
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Mon, Nov 11th 2013 07:00 am
Niagara Catholic Jr./Sr. High School, 520-66th St., Niagara Falls, will host a vendor and craft show Saturday, Nov. 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Sat, Nov 9th 2013 12:45 pm
To celebrate their eatery's second anniversary, The Village Bake Shoppe owners Mike and Lindsay Fiore invite patrons to stop by today for free cookies and hot chocolate. "Customer Appreciation Day" is their way of thanking the community for its support.
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Sat, Nov 9th 2013 12:40 pm
The Greater Niagara Ballet Co. held its most successful "Breakfast with the Sugarplum Fairy" to date on Saturday. Families packed Antonio's Banquet & Conference Center in Niagara Falls. There, they enjoyed a meal, took pictures with GNBC dancers and bid on a bevy of basket auction items. Young children took part in a dance lesson and heard a holiday story.
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Sat, Nov 9th 2013 07:00 am
Buffalo resident Ida Sanger remembers the day in 2006 when she heard a radio announcement explain she could make a difference in a child's life half way across the world. From that moment on, Sanger has been an unstoppable local force in spreading kindness through the giving of simple gifts. This year, she will have packed more than 1,800 shoeboxes full of gifts to needy children through Operation Christmas Child.
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Sat, Nov 9th 2013 07:00 am
The agency previously known as Big Brothers Big Sisters of Niagara County will continue to provide the same services under a new name, Youth Mentoring Services of Niagara County Inc. Youth Mentoring Services is a prevention program that enables in-risk children and youth to achieve their full potential as adults by providing a variety of mentoring services.
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Sat, Nov 9th 2013 07:00 am
Community Missions of Niagara Frontier Inc. will hold a celebrity bartending event Tuesday, Nov. 19, at The Rapids Theatre in Niagara Falls. The event runs from 5-9 p.m.
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Sat, Nov 9th 2013 07:00 am
Niagara Catholic Jr./Sr. High School began a Chinese language and culture program this school year in collaboration with the Confucius Institute of WNY, University at Buffalo and Hanban Agency in China.
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Sat, Nov 9th 2013 07:00 am
PHOTOS: Construction work in the Village of Lewiston has people wondering what's happening. Here's an explanation:
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Sat, Nov 9th 2013 07:00 am
Local citizens of all ages are invited to participate in this year's "Flames Through Lewiston" program, which will coincide with the unveiling of the new Tuscarora Heroes Monument on Thursday, Dec. 19. Prizes will be awarded to the actors who best portray the citizens who ran for their lives when the British invaded and turned Lewiston into a pile of ashes exactly 200 years ago to the day.
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Sat, Nov 9th 2013 07:00 am
A realistic budget with a cautious eye on the future summarizes the approach the Town of Lewiston has taken with regard to its 2014 spending plan.
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Fri, Nov 8th 2013 07:35 pm
The Dory Trading Post has announced the top winner of its first-ever "Autumn Beautiful" contest in a presentation held at the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce in Lewiston.
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Fri, Nov 8th 2013 06:40 pm
The Wound Center of Niagara celebrated its grand opening Thursday with a ribbon-cutting and open house at 620 10th St., Suite 700 - directly across the street from Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. The center was developed by Memorial and RestorixHealth, one of the nation's leaders in comprehensive wound care and wound management programs.
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Fri, Nov 8th 2013 06:25 pm
Heart Love & Soul Food Pantry & Dining Room, 939 Ontario Ave., Niagara Falls, will hold a special lunchtime program to honor veterans on Mon., Nov. 11, at 11:45 a.m. Niagara University Junior ROTC will be on hand to present the colors after which veterans will be called forward to be honored.
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Fri, Nov 8th 2013 06:25 pm
Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara supported the United Way by raising almost $300 through a series of bake sales coordinated by employees and program participants.
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Fri, Nov 8th 2013 06:25 pm
The Wound Center of Niagara introduced a multidisciplinary team of nine physicians who will direct patient care at the new comprehensive wound care facility during ribbon-cutting ceremonies held Friday.
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Fri, Nov 8th 2013 06:10 pm
The Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce will host a free "Lunch and Learn" energy workshop for small business and not-for-profit organizations on Thursday, Nov. 14, from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at The Conference & Event Center Niagara Falls. The event is intended to help businesses learn about incentives to save money on energy bills and improve facilities and fleets.
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Fri, Nov 8th 2013 06:00 pm
KeyBank has announced Kathleen Lerch Kelly, owner of Precision Landscaping, and Bonnie Jensen and Donna Sebastiano, owners of Tresses, received Key4Women Achieve Awards during the Northtowns and Southtowns fifth annual Key4Women Achieve Award receptions.
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Fri, Nov 8th 2013 06:00 pm
On Saturday, Nov. 23, Our Lady of Fatima Shrine Knights of Columbus Council No. 14622 will host its sixth annual spaghetti dinner. The event will run from 3-7 p.m. in the Shrine cafeteria, 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston.
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Fri, Nov 8th 2013 06:00 pm
Bernina of America, a premier manufacturer of sewing, embroidery and quilting machines, has announced Aurora Sewing Center, a Bernina dealer with two locations in upstate New York, is hosting a two-day "Software Bonanza" with Bernina educators Elaine Cibelli and Elva Mungai.
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Fri, Nov 8th 2013 08:55 am
Buffalo Mayor Bryon Brown, a Democrat, and Republican Congressman Chris Collins have co-signed a letter urging the Erie County Industrial Development Agency to do what is necessary to keep Delaware North headquartered in downtown Buffalo.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2013 04:00 pm
On Monday, Nov. 11, the Town of Niagara Lions and Lioness clubs will host their annual Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. at Veterans Heights Park, located at the intersection of Lawson and Bellreng drives in the Town of Niagara.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2013 03:50 pm
The winners were announced for the Niagara Electric Lights Parade held along Military Road in the Town of Niagara. The parade was judged by NY-PENN Judging Association Inc.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2013 03:45 pm
The Niagara County Builders Association will hold its November meeting at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 13 at the Hideaway Grille in North Tonawanda.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2013 03:40 pm
The Niagara County Sheriff's Office 911 center has begun dispatching for the New York State Police barracks in both Lockport and the Town of Niagara.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2013 03:40 pm
The 15th annual International Survivors of Suicide Day program, sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, will take place from 12:45 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, in the Buffalo Psychiatric Center's Butler Rehabilitation Center Auditorium on the center's main campus, 400 Forest Ave., Buffalo.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2013 03:40 pm
Niagara County Community College will host its annual Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8, at NCCC's Veterans Memorial Park, 3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2013 03:35 pm
First Niagara Financial Group Inc. has announced the completion of the renovation and efficiency upgrades to its administrative center at 6950 S. Transit Road in Lockport.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2013 03:35 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto is working with the Lewiston No. 2 Volunteer Fire Co. to promote a "Veterans Information Day." The event will take place at the Lewiston No. 2 Fire Co. firehall, 1705 Saunders Settlement Road, on Sunday, from noon to 4 p.m.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2013 03:35 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto is making his office available to constituents to help them with STAR re-registration.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2013 03:35 pm
State Sen. George D. Maziarz and Assemblyman John Ceretto urge Basic STAR recipients to re-register for the school tax savings program in order to continue receiving benefits.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2013 07:00 am
America is a dog-friendly place, and there are fun places to take your favorite pooch everywhere you look. However, tucked just out of view on the road not traveled, there are some wonderful places that don't just welcome dogs - they go above and beyond to make them a true part of the whole experience.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2013 07:00 am
This Veterans Day, for active and retired members of the military, all three Seneca Casinos in Western New York will offer rewards in honor of their services. All those with a valid military or veterans ID card may stop by any property Monday, Nov. 11, to receive $10 in free slot play.
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Wed, Nov 6th 2013 02:05 pm
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the completion of Phase 1 of the restoration of Prospect Point, which is one of the most popular areas of Niagara Falls State Park. The ribbon-cutting took place at the same time that ground was broken for Phase 2 of the restoration project. The project is part of Governor Cuomo's NY Works program.
"Niagara Falls State Park is one of Western New York's most valuable tourism assets - a stunning natural wonder that attracts millions of visitors from all across the world each year," Cuomo said. "Under our NY Works program, we have completed the first phase of restoring Prospect Point as part of an ongoing project to improve the state park and enhance the experience of those who come to visit. Coupled with our efforts to revitalize the community of Niagara Falls, this investment in the park will help attract more visitors, boost tourism in the whole region, and grow the local economy."
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Wed, Nov 6th 2013 01:00 pm
With Veterans Day coming, New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today spotlighted the availability of $4 million in competitive fixed-rate small business loans for military veterans through the New York Business Development Corp.
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Wed, Nov 6th 2013 01:00 pm
The University at Buffalo, representing a national consortium of eight research universities and institutes, has been awarded a prestigious $25-million Science and Technology Center grant from the National Science Foundation to transform the field of structural biology, including drug development, using X-ray lasers.
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Wed, Nov 6th 2013 12:45 pm
The Miami Dolphins scandal raises questions about the role bystanders who may witness bullying can play, said Amanda B. Nickerson, Ph.D., director of the Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention at the University at Buffalo.
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