Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:05 pm
An exhaustive 18-month search for a music director for the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus ended today with the announcement that Erin Freeman has entered a multi-year commitment to the chorus.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
A former Seneca Gaming Corp. executive has been appointed director of special events and projects for the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Foundation.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
Niagara Tourism & Convention Corp. is getting set to welcome The American Legion Department of New York and its 95th annual conference. More than 2,000 attendees will invade the downtown corridor July 17-19, and generate a total economic impact of $1,152,000 for Niagara Falls.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-C-I-Lewiston, joined Lt. Gov. Robert Duffy and other state lawmakers Thursday to announce the newest investment of the Buffalo Billion: Empire Visual Effects, a film production company that specializes in post-production, special effects and animation.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation, in coordination with the Federal Highway Administration, is extending the public comment period for the New York Gateway Connections Improvement Project to the U.S. Peace Bridge Plaza in the City of Buffalo.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
This weekend, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra partners with multiple musical groups to present two days of free music and family activities at Canalside Buffalo.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
State Sen. Mark Grisanti brought good news to local libraries Thursday afternoon when he announced $128,000 in grants through the "Bullet Aid" targeted education fund for libraries.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 03:25 pm
The New York State Office of Mental Health has released a three-year plan to transform the public mental health system.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 03:25 pm
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo has announced that, through the Buffalo Billion initiative, a new post-production, visual effects and animation company will be established at the landmark Tri-Main Center in Buffalo. Empire Visual Effects, which will partner with Daemen College, has pledged to create 150 new visual effects and other post-production jobs within five years - jobs that will pave the way for the creation of a new post-production and visual effects industry in Western New York.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
Donald Ruben, 42, of 254 12th St., Niagara Falls, turned himself over to authorities Wednesday morning, ending the search for the owner of three abandoned dogs, including a puppy that the SPCA of Niagara dubbed "Jonah."
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
K-9s in Flight, a scripted and choreographed show featuring "world class K-9 athletes," will be coming to this year's Niagara County Fair, July 31 to Aug. 4.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
The New York Power Authority will hold its "Safety Smart at Home" Sensational Saturday on July 13. The free event starts at 10 a.m. at NYPA's Niagara Hydroelectric Power Plant's free visitors center, the Power Vista, located at 5777 Lewiston Road, Lewiston.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
With the summer months upon us, pet travel is at its height and it's time for a reminder about the dangers of leaving your pet in a parked car. Whether you're parking in the shade, just running into the store, or leaving the windows cracked, it is still not OK to leave your pet in a parked car.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
The Aquarium of Niagara Foundation board of trustees has announced restructuring of its management team. The board has named Gay B. Molnar as executive director, Nancy Chapin as director of conservation and science, Jennifer Humphrey as operations manager, and Gary Siddall as supervisor of marine mammal care.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
The state Health Department has selected Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center to administer a countywide effort to help consumers select and purchase health insurance.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
The removal of a polluted eyesore behind one of the region's premiere performing arts venues will be marked by local community leaders Thursday as the site's demolition ceremonially begins.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 11:55 pm
An amendment led by congressmembers Tom Reed and Brian Higgins to restore millions in funding for nuclear cleanup at the West Valley Demonstration Project site passed the House of Representatives Tuesday evening, ensuring cleanup efforts are able to continue at the local site.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 11:55 pm
Members of the Western New York federal delegation called the release of new pilot training rules by the Federal Aviation Administration welcome news.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 11:55 pm
Representatives Brian Higgins and Chris Collins won approval for an amendment to the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act 2014, which prohibits any funds in the bill from being used to consolidate or move functions performed by the Army Corps of Engineers Buffalo or Chicago sectors.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 11:55 pm
Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. announced today that Art Services Initiative of Western New York has presented its recommendations for the 2013 Buffalo River assisted programming grants. ASI recommends 21 grant applications for a total of 75 programs, allocating the full $64,500 allotted in its contract with ECHDC and far exceeding the goal of 30 programs.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 09:05 am
The Doobie Brothers made it two sold-out crowds in a row at Artpark. The classic rock band brought 10,000 of its friends to "Tuesday in the Park."
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 09:00 am
Thomas R. LoStracco has been named administrator of the Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence in Lewiston.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 07:00 am
Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village invites all plein art artists to visit from Tuesday, July 30, to Sunday, Aug. 4. Just bring in your tools of choice, whether they are pen and ink, pencils, pastels, oils or watercolors, to gain free admission.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 07:00 am
Many deserving animals will be on their way to finding forever homes as a result of four upcoming Heart of Niagara adoption events happening this weekend in Lewiston and Niagara Falls.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 07:00 am
Michelle A. Lewis, PharmD, MHA, BCACP, has been appointed director of pharmacy services at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 10:55 pm
The board of directors of HealthNow New York Inc. today announced its selection of David W. Anderson as the new president and CEO of the multi-faceted health care organization that includes the Western New York region's largest health insurer, BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 10:50 pm
Applications are now being accepted for the Peach Queen Scholarship Contest, held as part of the Niagara County Peach Festival. Applications are online at www.lewistonkiwanis.org.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 10:40 pm
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra was one of 19 American orchestras to be honored with a 2012-13 ASCAP Award for Adventurous Programming at the League of American Orchestras 68th National Conference in St. Louis.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 10:40 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center's Community Health Worker Program and the Healthy Moms-Healthy Babies Coalition will celebrate the benefits of breastfeeding July 23 with a community picnic, breastfeeding walk and baby shower at Hyde Park.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 10:40 pm
Job-seekers looking for employment in a high-energy environment have another chance to join a winning team this summer. Seneca Gaming Corp. will host a job fair on Thursday, July 11, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Seneca Niagara Events Center at Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel. Two hundred positions are available at the Seneca Casino properties in Niagara Falls and Buffalo.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 10:40 pm
The Historical Association is hosting "Historical Happenings @The Lewiston Museum" this Sunday, July 14. It is a family event filled with re-enactors dressed in period clothes; craft demonstrators, including rope making; old-time artifacts; an old-fashioned photo booth; activities and vintage games for kids; and an antique and bake sale.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 10:40 pm
The Buffalo Sabres today announced that registration is open for "Street HockeyFest 2013." The popular street hockey tournament is scheduled this year for Sunday, Aug. 25.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 07:00 am
What child could resist a trip on the carrousel with a favorite stuffed animal? Bring your best bear friend for a fun-filled afternoon of games, crafts and treats at the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum from 2 until 4 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 07:00 am
Toward the end of his undergraduate days at Oberlin College in 1970, Luther K. Robinson, the son of a Ford plant worker and a hospital housekeeper, who planned to go to medical school, was given "the talk" by one of his professors.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 07:00 am
"Saturdays on Old Falls Street," a two-week concert series, is coming to Old Falls Street, USA. The show on Saturday, July 20, features the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. Then, on Saturday, July 27, the 10,000 Maniacs headline. Each show is free and open to the public and will be held from 5 to 10 p.m.
The BPO performance features the music of John Williams, Oscar- and Grammy-winning composer of "Superman," "Raiders of the Lost Ark," "E.T.: The Extra Terrestrial," "Star Wars," "Harry Potter" and many other notable Hollywood movies.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 12:50 am
Darlene Jones, administrative assistant in Niagara University's Admissions Office, received NU's Outstanding Employee Award for July-September 2013. The Rev. Joseph L. Levesque, C.M., Niagara president, presented Jones, a North Tonawanda resident, with the award on Monday.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 12:30 am
WGRZ-TV in Buffalo has announced veteran reporter Pete Gallivan will return to his roots and his home at 2 On Your Side. Gallivan will return as a news and sports reporter/anchor, covering the issues and people of Western New York, as well as providing in-depth coverage and analysis of the Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bills.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 12:30 am
The Western New York Affiliate of Susan G. Komen has elected Althea E. Luehrsen chairwoman of its board of directors. Luehrsen is the executive director of Leadership Buffalo Inc., and was previously assistant vice president for corporate and foundation relations at the University at Buffalo.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 12:30 am
Less than 50 tickets remain available for sale for "Wines in the Wild," a popular fundraising event benefiting the Buffalo Zoo. The summertime favorite event, presented by the ProZoo Board and Women's Board, will take place on Wednesday, July 24, from 6 until 9 p.m. at the Buffalo Zoo.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2013 12:30 am
Following two deadly airplane crashes, members of Western New York's federal delegation are calling on the Federal Aviation Administration to move quickly to finalize aviation safety rules requiring new pilot training standards.
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