Thu, Oct 11th 2012 08:55 am
In the race for the 27th congressional district, Democrat incumbent Rep. Kathy Hochul and the Republican candidate, former Erie County Executive Chris Collins, will debate live at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, from the WNED Studios in downtown Buffalo.
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Thu, Oct 11th 2012 08:50 am
On Wednesday, the Niagara County Industrial Development Agency approved an application for assistance submitted at its September board meeting by JSK International Corp., the company that is restoring the historic Hotel Niagara in Niagara Falls.
In other business, the NCIDA board of directors approved the agency's 2013 budget.
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Thu, Oct 11th 2012 08:50 am
With last week's results in from the 2013 Army Cadet Command Accessions Board, Niagara University's ROTC program continues to extend its distinguished record of achievement.
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Thu, Oct 11th 2012 08:50 am
October means pumpkins, and there's plenty of local spots to pick out the perfect specimen for carving or decorating.
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Wed, Oct 10th 2012 07:00 am
The Lake Ontario counties of Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Cayuga and Oswego, the town of Greece and the City of Oswego are jointly undertaking an update and expansion of the regional harbor dredging management plan, which was completed in 2000. Two public meetings will be held to review preliminary findings and receive public feedback.
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Wed, Oct 10th 2012 07:00 am
Former Buffalo Bills Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly appeared on WBBZ-TV's "Sports Rap-Up" Tuesday night. When host Bob Koshinski asked about his role in keeping the Bills in Buffalo when ownership changes hands, Kelly did not mince words.
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Wed, Oct 10th 2012 07:00 am
The Erie Canal Discovery Center, 24 Church St., Lockport, is sponsoring a Krolick's chicken barbecue (dine in or take out) on Saturday, Oct. 27, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. or when sold out. The meal includes a half chicken, potato salad, coleslaw, roll and butter. Tickets are $9.50 presale and $10 on the day of the event.
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Tue, Oct 9th 2012 11:45 pm
Construction work will require a toll lane closure at the North Grand Island Bridge, the New York State Thruway Authority announced Tuesday.
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Tue, Oct 9th 2012 11:45 pm
Buffalo Bills running back Fred Jackson told co-host Bob Koshinski that the offense should share in the responsibility for the 45-3 loss against the San Francisco 49ers Sunday. Jackson also noted how his role as team captain is pivotal as the team stays on the West Coast to prepare for the Sunday matchup against the Arizona Cardinals.
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Tue, Oct 9th 2012 11:10 pm
Parents, get your babies, pictures and cameras ready, because Mount St. Mary's Hospital is having its annual "Baby Reunion," this year featuring all of the children who were born at the hospital during 2011, and their families.
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Tue, Oct 9th 2012 07:25 pm
VIDEO: Delta Air Lines is holding its Africa/Middle East sales conference this week in Niagara Falls, USA, at the Sheraton at the Falls. The Niagara Tourism & Convention Corp. has welcomed 75 of Delta's top general sales agents from Africa and the Middle East, plus Delta executives.
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Tue, Oct 9th 2012 07:00 am
Our dear friend, Brian Pilarski, was recently diagnosed with an intestinal fistula. The past few months have been particularly difficult as Brian has been in and out of the hospital numerous times. He has had multiple complications, infections, surgeries, etc.
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Tue, Oct 9th 2012 07:00 am
If you have some interesting old window frames sitting around the garage, recycle/reuse them for an exciting art project that will benefit the restoration of one of the most historic buildings in the village, the Lewiston Opera Hall at 736 Center St.
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Tue, Oct 9th 2012 07:00 am
Former first lady Laura Bush, known as a champion of children's education, human rights and health care initiatives here and abroad, will speak in the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 10, as part of UB's Distinguished Speakers Series.
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Tue, Oct 9th 2012 07:00 am
The Town of Porter Historical Society invites readers to attend its next monthly program. "200 Years of Porter History," which was created to celebrate the bicentennial of the Town of Porter, will be presented at 7 p.m., Monday, Oct. 15, in the Ransomville Historical Preservation Room (Ransomville Road behind the Ransomville Library).
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Mon, Oct 8th 2012 04:55 pm
Fred Jackson will report from the West Coast on the Bills 45-3 loss against the San Francisco 49ers Monday on "The Fred Jackson Show." Co-host Bob Koshinski will talk with Jackson about what happened, and how the team can re-group in Arizona to prepare for the Sunday matchup against the Cardinals.
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Mon, Oct 8th 2012 04:25 pm
New York State Assembly candidate Robert M. Restaino has announced that he was endorsed by the executive board of Service Employees International Union Local 200 United in the race for the 145th Assembly District.
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Mon, Oct 8th 2012 03:40 pm
Assemblyman John D. Ceretto, R-I- Lewiston, announced Monday that he was endorsed by the Good Government Club of Western New York. Ceretto is running for re-election in the newly created 145th Assembly District.
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Mon, Oct 8th 2012 03:00 pm
Candidates for congress, state senate and assembly, and county legislator have all accepted invitations to be a part of the 2012 "Candidates Hour" at Southeast Works in Depew.
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Mon, Oct 8th 2012 02:55 pm
State Sen. Mark Grisanti has announced that more than 80,000 pounds of electronic waste was collected and recycled at a free event on Saturday at St. Amelia School. Grisanti hosted the drop-off in cooperation with SunnKing Electronic Recycling Inc.
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Mon, Oct 8th 2012 02:55 pm
At its annual meeting on Sept. 20, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society announced achievement of a balanced budget for the 2011-12 fiscal year, which ended Aug. 31, 2012, and substantial growth in both audience and contributions.
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Mon, Oct 8th 2012 07:00 am
In recognition of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Cancer Services Program of Niagara County, in collaboration with hospitals throughout the county, will offer free breast cancer screening for uninsured women age 40 to 64 years.
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Mon, Oct 8th 2012 07:00 am
The annual "Candy Cane Lane Craft Show" at the Newfane United Methodist Church on Main Street will be held Friday, Dec. 7, from 4 to 8 p.m. Applications can be obtained by calling Pat at 716-778-7705 and must be returned no later than Oct. 22. Spaces are limited, so register early.
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Mon, Oct 8th 2012 07:00 am
The annual Town of Newfane Holiday Light Up, presented by the Newfane Business and Professional Association takes place Friday, Dec. 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. Activities include a parade, featuring Santa on a horse-drawn wagon, free cookies and hot chocolate, shops open until 8 p.m. and more.
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Mon, Oct 8th 2012 07:00 am
Lewiston No. 2 Volunteer Fire Co., 1705 Saunders Settlement Road, will hold a fire prevention open house on Saturday, Oct. 13, from noon to 5 p.m. to kick-off Fire Prevention Week.
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Mon, Oct 8th 2012 07:00 am
America's first cancer center, Bills partner to host prostate cancer screening clinic Oct. 23 at Ralph Wilson Stadium.
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Mon, Oct 8th 2012 07:00 am
Some of Western New York's biggest names in the field of leadership will pass on their skills and expertise to women from across the region during Buffalo's first women's leadership conference to be sponsored by the American Business Women's Association of Western New York.
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Sat, Oct 6th 2012 07:00 am
Community Missions will hold an ecumenical community prayer service on Wednesday, Oct. 10, as part of The National Day of Prayer for Mental Illness Recovery and Understanding.
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Sat, Oct 6th 2012 07:00 am
St. Stephen Church and the Respect Life Group invite Islanders to a "Prayer for Our Nation" on Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. in the main church, located at 2100 Baseline Road. All are welcome, regardless of religious affiliation.
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Sat, Oct 6th 2012 07:00 am
A fundraiser for David S. Kaiser will take place from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, at the Grand Island Rod and Gun Club, 1083 Whitehaven Road.
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Sat, Oct 6th 2012 07:00 am
The 100th anniversary of the War of 1812 was celebrated with a plaque installation in front of Barton Hill.
The 200th anniversary will be slightly more grandiose.
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Sat, Oct 6th 2012 07:00 am
Visible work continued this week outside of Lewiston No. 1 Volunteer Fire Co.,'s North Sixth Street firehall.
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Sat, Oct 6th 2012 07:00 am
Local Girl Scouts will put their sales and marketing skills into action as they strive to reach an unprecedented goal of selling 1.7 million boxes of cookies, as part of the Girl Scout Cookie Program.
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Sat, Oct 6th 2012 12:30 am
Come sip the wine (and eat the chowder). The annual Winetique Festival, presented by the Sanborn Business & Professional Association, will be held Sunday, Oct. 14, at the Sanborn Firehall, located at 5811 Buffalo St., Sanborn.
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Sat, Oct 6th 2012 12:00 am
State Sen. Mark Grisanti urges all local citizens and businesses to join him at a free event on Saturday, Oct. 6, to properly dispose of electronic items from computers to televisions.
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Fri, Oct 5th 2012 11:35 pm
New York State Police reports the Prescription Drop Box Program has proven to be a success since it began this past June.
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Fri, Oct 5th 2012 11:05 pm
The Niagara County History Center will celebrate the region's German heritage with its second annual Oktoberfest, Saturday, Oct. 20, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Olcott Fire Hall, 1619 Lockport-Olcott Road.
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Fri, Oct 5th 2012 11:00 pm
The Village of Lewiston Board of Trustees approved a motion Monday allowing Mayor Terry Collesano to sign a lease with the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce to relocate the tourism and marketing agency into the Lewiston Welcome Center in Academy Park. The lease takes effect on Jan. 1, 2013, and runs until Dec. 31, 2017.
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Fri, Oct 5th 2012 11:00 pm
Boy Scout Connor Wells of Lockport recently completed his community project to achieve the Eagle Scout rank by constructing and donating 10 custom-made, wheelchair accessible picnic tables for the residents at many of the group homes operated by Niagara Cerebral Palsy.
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Fri, Oct 5th 2012 10:35 pm
The Grand Island Youth Ambassador program was established 18 years ago to promote interaction and goodwill between the business community and students, and also to bring awareness of the economic development of Grand Island to youth of the community.
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