Wed, Jun 29th 2011 10:45 am
"Coors Light Wednesdays@Artpark" kicks off its 2011 season tonight with Umphrey's McGee. The band takes the stage at 6:30 p.m. (no opening act).
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Tue, Jun 28th 2011 09:30 am
On July 1, each CitiFinancial full-service network branch in the Buffalo community will change its name to OneMain Financial.
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Tue, Jun 28th 2011 09:15 am
The fourth annual fundraiser for the Porter on the Lake Park will be held on Sunday, July 3. In previous years, this event was held on Labor Day and referred to as Porter on the Lake Fest. The event was re-named and the date was changed to accommodate the Youngstown Volunteer Fire Co.'s Labor Day Field Days, which is returning this year.
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Tue, Jun 28th 2011 09:10 am
Niagara Feline Friends is running a low cost spay/neuter clinic for cats on Sunday, July 10. It's open to anyone - regardless of income.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 07:30 pm
For once, a new tax may find favor with residents.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 04:15 pm
Lewiston's Rivershore Inc. is in the running for a new car, courtesy of Tops Friendly Markets' "Great American Car-a-Day Giveaway." The service agency, which supports people who live with developmental disabilities as they pursue and achieve a meaningful life, is one of 87 Western/Central New York and northwestern Pennsylvania organizations in the Fourth of July-themed competition.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 03:10 pm
The New York Lottery today announced the name of a Lewiston Powerball player who won $10,000 in the drawing held on June 18. The winner, William Wysocki, purchased the winning ticket at the A Plus Mini-mart at 890 Center St., in Lewiston.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 12:20 pm
Here are 11 simple ways to manage the way you think about and respond to food:
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 12:20 pm
As higher temperatures and air quality advisories become more frequent, the Lung Association is reminding New Yorkers who have questions about their breathing or lung health that they can call the Lung HelpLine - the association's free telephone hotline regarding lung health issues. The Lung HelpLine is reachable by calling 1-800-LUNG-USA and choosing option No. 2. Questions can also be submitted online and the public can even chat directly with a specialist.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 12:15 pm
360 PSG was named the sixth fastest growing company in Western New York in 2011 at the "Fast Track 50" Awards, presented by Buffalo Business First. The award measures a company's growth in total sales and employee development over the three years prior to the event.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 12:10 pm
Niagara University announces three of its students have been awarded academic scholarships from Tourism Cares, the tourism industry's premier charitable organization for preservation, conservation, restoration and education.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 12:05 pm
One way to make the lazy days of summer even more relaxing is to be ready for what the weather will bring. National Grid has prepared its New York system to help customers beat the heat and urges customers to take steps to cut costs when the temperature rises.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:55 pm
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:50 pm
Beautiful weather, tasty barbecue and great music are often the only things a dad needs for the perfect Father's Day. And, of course, the sound of the loud, blaring engines of many fathers' favorite toys: their lawn mowers.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:45 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, today released the following statement regarding the conclusion of this year's legislative session and his vote to cap property tax increases at 2 percent.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:20 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, tonight helped pass legislation (A.7622) that will promote local wines and wineries. The bill allows smaller wineries, those that produce less than 150,000 gallons a year, to sell wine at outdoor and indoor events and gatherings by issuing them a temporary permit through the New York State Liquor Authority for a fee of $26.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:15 pm
Porter on the Lake Summerfest, a family event to benefit the park, is scheduled for Sunday, July 3, from 2 until 11 p.m. at Porter on the Lake Park located on Dietz Road (off of Route 18) in Youngstown.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 10:15 pm
Niagara Catholic High School will provide bus service for Lockport-area students this coming school year. Beginning in September, This busing will be provided at no cost to students and their families. It will allow prospective students from the Lockport area to consider Niagara Catholic as a more viable option in selecting their high school.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 10:10 pm
The New York State Senate today passed legislation to establish the NY-SUNY 2020 Challenge Grant program, which includes capital funds for investments in economic expansion and job creation at the four SUNY University Centers, as well as a predictable and rational plan for SUNY tuition that will allow students and families to plan for tuition costs.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 10:00 pm
The Lewiston Region Tour of Kitchens and Homes, sponsored by Kinetic Kitchen and Bath, with its fabulous food samples, gardens and tablescapes, took place June 11 and 12 in Lewiston and Youngstown neighborhoods. Organizers report it was a tremendous success.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 09:55 pm
Those about to marry can plan their big day in just one afternoon at the Holiday Inn Grand Island this weekend.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 09:45 pm
Oh, what have I gotten myself into this time?
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 09:45 pm
The St. Francis Guild Auxiliary of Mount St. Mary's Hospital has announced the recipients of two $500 scholarships. The guild awards a scholarship to a student from Niagara Catholic High School and to a Mount St. Mary's employee pursuing advanced education. The student at Niagara Catholic receiving the award is Jenna McCune of Niagara Falls. She will be attending Niagara University. The employee award is presented to Adrienne Kasbaum, manager of employee health, who will also be attending Niagara.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 07:00 am
The Niagara Heritage Partnership extends special recognition and a thank you to all those from Lewiston, Youngstown, and the surrounding countryside, all of those from the "north towns," from below the ridge, who have made the decision to support the total removal of the gorge parkway and to restore the natural landscapes that is our heritage.
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Thu, Jun 23rd 2011 01:55 pm
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Thu, Jun 23rd 2011 01:40 pm
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Thu, Jun 23rd 2011 01:30 pm
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Thu, Jun 23rd 2011 01:30 pm
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Thu, Jun 23rd 2011 10:40 am
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, today released the following statement regarding the passage of Power NY, legislation designed to increase New York's power production and lower energy costs.
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Thu, Jun 23rd 2011 10:10 am
Some residents have been objecting to the Wheatfield Town Board's decision to not do mosquito spraying this year, and are questioning Supervisor Bob Cliffe's estimates of the cost of the spraying. (see June 16 Tribune)
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Thu, Jun 23rd 2011 10:05 am
Loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity and personal courage. These are just a few values Wheatfield native Alan Dikcis held during his time at Fort Drum in Watertown.
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Thu, Jun 23rd 2011 10:05 am
The Town of Niagara is gearing up for its 2012 bicentennial celebration.
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Thu, Jun 23rd 2011 10:05 am
County water line work on Lockport Road in Wheatfield is about to begin. Some preliminary work has already been done, but by July 5, large equipment should be on site to start putting in the large pipe, according to project director Rob Klavoon.
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Wed, Jun 22nd 2011 05:10 pm
Darryl "DMC" McDaniels of the legendary band Run DMC was just announced as the opening act for headliner Our Lady Peace at the Hard Rock Café "Saturdays at the Falls" concert series on July 2.
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Wed, Jun 22nd 2011 04:00 pm
Niagara Tourism and Convention Corporation President and CEO John H. Percy offered the following comments in response to the passage of legislation Monday, which allows for Nik Wallenda to tightrope across the Niagara Gorge.
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Wed, Jun 22nd 2011 04:00 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, is pleased to announce the passage of legislation to allow Nik Wallenda of the legendary Flying Wallendas family to traverse the Niagara Falls River Gorge on a high wire. Ceretto noted that the event would help promote tourism and increase local revenue for the economically distressed region.
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Wed, Jun 22nd 2011 12:25 pm
Niagara County lawmakers voted Tuesday to schedule a public hearing on a proposed law barring protests at funerals, burials, and wakes within the county, setting the stage for the county to join a growing number of states, counties, and municipalities around the nation enacting law to curb brazen behavior by odd-ball picketers that have disrupted military funerals in recent years.
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Wed, Jun 22nd 2011 10:35 am
In one of the most anticipated concerts of the summer, Peter Frampton returns to Artpark on June 28 with his "Frampton Comes Alive 35 Tour." The crowd at "First Niagara presents Tuesday at the Park" will experience an evening with the one and only beginning at 6:30 p.m. (no opening act). Oh, and it's a free show.
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Wed, Jun 22nd 2011 09:30 am
The Niagara County Legislature filled a seat vacated by the resignation of popular freshman lawmaker Vincent Sandonato Tuesday night, overwhelmingly approving the nomination of Cheree J. Copelin to fill out Sandonato's term representing the LaSalle-based district in the County Legislature.
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Tue, Jun 21st 2011 02:20 pm
Border Community SERVICE of Niagara University will host a free CERT training course, beginning on Sept. 15 at the Grand Island Fire Co., located at 2275 Baseline Road on Grand Island.
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