Thu, Sep 15th 2011 01:15 pm
The two-day air show Thunder Over Niagara culminated on the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York City, Washington, D.C., and in the skies over Pennsylvania. The show was both a tribute to this nation's military and first responders as well as a solemn remembrance to the victims of that terrible day.
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Thu, Sep 15th 2011 01:15 pm
A Niagara-Wheatfield school bus on its way to the Niagara Charter School was in an accident with a Jeep at Lockport and Packard roads at about 8:49 a.m. Wednesday.
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Wed, Sep 14th 2011 07:05 pm
Ransomville Free Methodist Church invites the community to "Pig-a-palooza 7." The community picnic will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17, on the grounds of the Ransomville Free Methodist Church, 3924 Ransomville Road.
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Wed, Sep 14th 2011 03:05 pm
With the legislation to allow Nik Wallenda to traverse Niagara Falls atop a tight rope at the governor's desk awaiting final approval, Assemblyman John Ceretto and State Sen. George Maziarz today urged Gov. Andrew Cuomo to sign the bill into law and offered 10 reasons why the bill is good for Western New York.
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Wed, Sep 14th 2011 01:00 pm
The Niagara County Industrial Development Agency board of directors today accepted an application for assistance from Shipman Properties LLC. The holding company of Shipman Print Solutions plans to relocate the 105-year-old printing company to a long-standing vacant building at 6120 Lendell Road, in the Town of Wheatfield. Extensive renovations and upgrades are needed to covert the building into a fully functioning printing operation. The expected total cost of the project is $764,000.
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Wed, Sep 14th 2011 01:00 pm
Dr. Mark Wilson resigned from his position as dean of NU's College of Business Administration last spring so that he could enlist in the AmeriCorps. It turns out that when it comes to serving others, his interim replacement is no slouch either.
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Wed, Sep 14th 2011 09:45 am
City of St. Catharines will have staff working through the night to clean contaminated water and save fish at Happy Rolph's Bird Sanctuary and Petting Farm after run-off from a weekend industrial fire contaminated the park's ponds.
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Wed, Sep 14th 2011 09:35 am
Niagara University is again listed among the best colleges and universities in the north, according to annual rankings released Aug. 17, 2010, by U.S. News and World Report. NU is also recognized as one of the top 24 institutions in the U.S. when it comes to offering its students service-learning opportunities.
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Wed, Sep 14th 2011 09:30 am
Mount St. Mary's Hospital announced a new initiative Tuesday that will allow patients to trade doctor's office visits for Web chats. The health center's new "online care" program is a hybrid between a traditional house call and an Internet chat. It's designed to provide faster, more affordable care.
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Tue, Sep 13th 2011 01:10 pm
Elks Lodge 346 has secured a grant from the Elks National Foundation to support the second annual Fairy House Festival at Artpark, scheduled for June 10, 2012.
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Tue, Sep 13th 2011 01:05 pm
When my friend Kate invited me on a trip to Pamplona for the San Fermin Festival (or "Running of the Bulls," as we refer to it), with her brother, Patrick, and his girlfriend, Leyla, I couldn't pack my white clothes and red scarf fast enough! In preparation for the trip I hopped on Amazon.com and bought all the Pamplona books I could find (a grand total of three). Each described the all-night parties, the all-white attire, and bacchanalian nature of the festival, but none prepared me (and us) for the realities of Pamplona.
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Tue, Sep 13th 2011 01:05 pm
With each passing Tweet, it becomes more and more apparent that people are turning to Twitter to access breaking news. But will college students turn to the social networking website to learn about events that have already taken place?
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Tue, Sep 13th 2011 12:50 pm
For the second straight year, Niagara University is among the top 20 percent of all colleges, universities and trade schools nationwide that are doing the most to embrace America's veterans as students, according to G.I. Jobs magazine.
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Mon, Sep 12th 2011 05:30 am
The Village of Lewiston Recreation Department and the Lewiston Historical Museum are joining together to present their second "Clothesline Series" of Lewiston photos from the past. These images will be on display on Saturday, Sept. 17, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lewiston Red Brick Gym, 145 N. Fourth St.
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Mon, Sep 12th 2011 05:30 am
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation opened a more than 90-day public comment period on its revised draft Supplemental Generic Environmental Impact Statement, DEC Commissioner Joe Martens announced Sept. 7. In addition, the agency will issue its proposed regulations governing high-volume hydraulic fracturing in early October.
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Sun, Sep 11th 2011 07:00 am
"As we approach the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, I join many of my colleagues who serve as elected officials when I say 'thank you' to our country's emergency responders and military personnel.
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Sun, Sep 11th 2011 07:00 am
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Sat, Sep 10th 2011 12:25 am
The tents are up, a host of rides, vendors and concessions are going full tilt and thousands are enjoying another Lewiston Kiwanis Peach Festival.
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Sat, Sep 10th 2011 12:00 am
"Our Tuesday nights have been a real bear," Village of Lewiston Mayor Terry Collesano said Monday of the free concert nights at Artpark.
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Fri, Sep 9th 2011 07:00 pm
The Niagara County Sheriff's Office, Town of Niagara Police, New York State Police, Niagara County Auxiliary Police, and Wheatfield constables along with local fire companies will manage various traffic control points outside of the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station for the Thunder Over Niagara air show this weekend.
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Fri, Sep 9th 2011 04:55 pm
The New York State Public Employees Federation will host its annual statewide convention in Niagara Falls from Sept. 11-14.
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Fri, Sep 9th 2011 04:45 pm
Border Community SERVICE of Niagara University will present a pair of free community preparedness training courses this fall, with one taking place on Grand Island (Sept. 15) and the other in the City of Buffalo (Sept. 21).
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Fri, Sep 9th 2011 04:15 pm
The Bobby Grenga Memorial 5K run/walk begins at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 11, at Goat Island (parking lot 3) in Niagara Falls. The cost is $25 ($15 for students). All proceeds benefit the Bobby Grenga Memorial Scholarship Fund.
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Fri, Sep 9th 2011 07:00 am
The Niagara County Builders Association has announced the builders who will be featured in its 2011 Parade of Homes home show in Niagara County and Grand Island.
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Fri, Sep 9th 2011 07:00 am
The Carnegie Art Center in North Tonawanda will hold its 2012 Members Exhibition from Thursday, Sept. 15, to Friday, Oct. 7.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 02:20 pm
Lewiston Fire Co. No. 2 will be the site of "September Sizzler," a fundraiser for Community Missions of the Niagara Frontier. Barbecue chicken and barbecue ribs will be sold (eat-in or takeout) beginning at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15, at the firehall, 1705 Saunders Settlement Road.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:55 pm
An eight-week community preparedness course will to take place at Grand Island Fire Co. headquarters.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:40 pm
Starting Thursday, Sept. 15, and continuing for six weeks, Mount St. Mary's will present the "CHEERS Program" ("Choosing Healthy Eating and Exercise Routines for a Healthier Life"). This program teaches children and their families simple eating and exercise plans, which they can internalize and use throughout life.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:25 pm
In support of the Thunder Over Niagara air show, Niagara Falls Bridge Commission Chairman Pat Brown, right, presents a contribution to air show Chairman John Cooper, center, and Niagara Military Affairs Council Chairman Merrell Lane.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:15 pm
The third annual Western New York Parade and Cruise for motorcycles, trucks and cars will begin with registration at 10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 18, at Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:15 pm
The Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas and the Ken-Ton Chamber will hold Putts for Pets, a charity golf tournament, on Monday, Sept. 12, at Tan Tara Golf Club, 4391 Tonawanda Creek Road, North Tonawanda.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:10 pm
Some residents remain skeptical about plans for the former Shawnee Landing property off Shawnee Road in Wheatfield.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 12:45 pm
The Niagara University community will join the rest of the U.S. in commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with several activities scheduled for this Sunday.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 12:40 pm
The Western New York Regional Economic Development Council invites readers to a community workshop designed to gather input and aid in the creation of a five-year economic development plan. The event runs from 6 until 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15, at Niagara County Community College (Humanities & Social Sciences Building, Room E140, 3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn.
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Wed, Sep 7th 2011 09:05 am
Parents, get your babies, pictures, and cameras ready, because Mount St. Mary's Hospital is planning its 18th annual baby reunion. This year's event will feature all of the children who were born at the hospital during 2010, and their families.
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Wed, Sep 7th 2011 09:00 am
'We're standing here because we want to give a voice to all the women who aren't," Niagara County Legislator Kari Bullman proclaimed to those watching her and three colleagues reach across party lines to form the Niagara County Legislature's Women's Caucus Tuesday night.
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Wed, Sep 7th 2011 07:05 am
On Friday, Sept. 9, the City of Niagara Falls, the P2 Collaborative of Western New York, and Niagara University kick off "Creating a Healthier Niagara Falls: A Neighborhood Empowerment Approach." An official ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at noon to celebrate the opening of the outreach office inside the Anthony Spallino Towers at 720 Tenth St., Niagara Falls.
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Wed, Sep 7th 2011 07:00 am
Niagara Feline Friends is running a low-cost spay/neuter clinic for cats. The event is open to anyone, regardless of income. The $75 fee also includes distemper and rabies shots.
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Tue, Sep 6th 2011 04:05 pm
If the Niagara County Legislature enacts legislation authored by Minority Leader Dennis F. Virtuoso, D-Niagara Falls, a health insurance benefit offered to county lawmakers since the 1970s will be eliminated - leading to a projected $81,000 savings.
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Tue, Sep 6th 2011 02:30 pm
The Porter Historical Society Museum will unveil a 22-foot mural, which depicts the 7-mile right-of-way of the Lewiston Youngstown Frontier Railway, commonly referred to as the "The Old Fort Route," at 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 19, in the Youngstown Civic Center, 240 Lockport St.
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