Mon, May 23rd 2011 10:35 am
For the fifth consecutive year, Niagara University has been named to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service to the community. The honor roll, established in 2006 by the Corporation for National and Community Service, is the highest federal recognition a school can achieve for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement.
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Mon, May 23rd 2011 10:30 am
Uncovering one of the year's underreported national news stories will, ironically, heap significant exposure upon a team of Niagara University students.
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Mon, May 23rd 2011 10:15 am
Supporters enjoyed an evening of cocktails, dinner and dancing on the legendary Artpark stage at the "Black & White Ball" on Saturday. The event benefited Artpark & Company's summer-long programming.
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Sat, May 21st 2011 10:00 am
Village of Lewiston Mayor Terry Collesano called a special, informal meeting Monday with members of the Village Board of Trustees and the Planning Board to brainstorm ideas for the upper plateau off Portage Road.
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Sat, May 21st 2011 08:30 am
The U.S. Coast Guard Accident Statistics has identified New York state with one of the highest number of accidents and fatalities in 2009. Although National Safe Boating Week, held on Memorial Day weekend, is the traditional start of the recreational boating season, spring-breakers and eager boaters often take to the water early. The U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Division, 3-9 Eastern Region, which serves the Western New York area, encourages all boaters to always wear a life jacket each and every time they are on the water.
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Sat, May 21st 2011 08:30 am
Ryan Henderson, 35, of Lewiston, who was killed in a Ridge Road accident in January, will be among five honored at the Health Association of Niagara County Inc.'s annual meeting and luncheon on June 2. The event begins at noon at the Sheraton at the Falls, 300 Third St.
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Fri, May 20th 2011 12:50 pm
16-year-old Lauren Alaina and 17-year-old Scotty McCreery to compete for "American Idol" crown Tuesday, May 24, on FOX.
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Thu, May 19th 2011 03:10 pm
Wegmans' plans to hold an "American Classic" outdoor entertainment event on June 18 hit a stumbling block on Tuesday when the Town of Niagara Town Board denied its permit application.
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Thu, May 19th 2011 03:10 pm
Niagara Hospice will celebrate Armed Forces Day with the American Legion Riders Wheatfield Post 1451 on May 21.
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Thu, May 19th 2011 03:05 pm
The grand opening of the Wheatfield Farmers Market this year will be Wednesday, May 25. From 3 p.m. to dusk near the Youth Center behind Town Hall, find offerings ranging from natural breads and sweet potato pies to popcorn and gourmet hot sauces.
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Thu, May 19th 2011 02:55 pm
This year's Historical Association of Lewiston celebration on Wednesday, June 29, promises to be bigger and better than ever. Tickets are on sale now for $30 each and include a 6 p.m. dinner at the Niagara Falls Country Club. In addition, celebration attendees will receive a 50 percent off coupon for a ride on the Black Pearl this summer.
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Thu, May 19th 2011 02:50 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, helped pass legislation this week to promote our region's wine and agriculture industries by allowing the manufacture and sale of frozen desserts made with wine.
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Thu, May 19th 2011 02:45 pm
Theater design/technology junior Jayson D. Clark of North Tonawanda was selected by the faculty of Niagara University's department of theater and fine arts as the recipient of the Julie Burdick Memorial Scholarship for academic year 2011-12. The scholarship is named after NU alumna Julie Burdick, '03. Prior recipients have included Preston Cuer, '09, Jessica Bill, '10, and Casey Lynn Moyer, '11.
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Thu, May 19th 2011 02:30 pm
The Niagara River Greenway Commission on Tuesday approved one of two projects submitted by the Town of Lewiston. Commissioners said the renovation of Toohey Park in the Village of Lewiston is consistent with the Greenway Plan. They didn't feel the same way about the Colonial Village Park restoration project, however, and did not endorse the proposal.
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Wed, May 18th 2011 01:50 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, today released the following statement regarding Gov. Andrew Cuomo's "People First" tour being held at the Conference Center in Niagara Falls.
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Wed, May 18th 2011 01:30 pm
The EmStar Emergency Department of Mount St. Mary's Hospital and Health Center will recognize local emergency medical service professionals at an award's dinner on Wednesday, May 25, at the Niagara Falls Country Club. The dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m.
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Tue, May 17th 2011 01:35 pm
Spring has sprung and Niagara Frontier Publications is once again hosting the 10-Mile Garage and Sidewalk Sale, Saturday and Sunday, June 4 and 5, in the towns of Lewiston, Porter, Youngstown, Ransomville and Sanborn. A favorite of businesses and residences for nearly two decades, this event brings in bargain hunters from as far away as Toronto and Rochester.
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Tue, May 17th 2011 10:00 am
Weather notwithstanding, Artpark & Co.'s summer season kicks off today with the World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater.
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Mon, May 16th 2011 03:25 pm
The annual St. Francis Guild Chicken and Rib BBQ raised more than $1,400 to assist the renovation of the maternity department at Mount St. Mary's Hospital.
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Mon, May 16th 2011 03:15 pm
For the second consecutive year, students headed to college can select where to go to school based on the question: How green is it?
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Mon, May 16th 2011 03:10 pm
Niagara County's new advocate for the elderly is undertaking a listening tour of the county's senior meal sites as part of the county's observance of Older Americans Month, and will spend Tuesday evening briefing county lawmakers on senior issues—as well as what seniors are saying about the services the county provides.
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Mon, May 16th 2011 03:00 pm
Anthony DiMino of Tops Market of Lewiston, a longtime supporter of the Lewiston Council on the Arts, recently made a generous contribution toward the many free summer concerts presented by LCA.
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Mon, May 16th 2011 02:50 pm
The Town of Porter Historical Society reports its May monthly meeting will feature Ed Evans presenting a program on the Hamlin Beach (N.Y.) Prisoner of War Camp. Evans is a member of the Hamlin Conservation Board and is actively involved with the preservation of the former CCC and POW camp at Hamlin Beach State Park.
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Mon, May 16th 2011 02:45 pm
Kelly Moje, a member of the Praise Band at Ransomville United Methodist Church, is shown in a recent solo audition at the church, under the direction of Ellie Seib, conductor of the Buffalo Niagara Youth Chorus.
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Mon, May 16th 2011 02:30 pm
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce will honor nine businesses and individuals at its annual Chamber Awards Gala, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at the Niagara Falls Country Club in Lewiston. The evening is one of the chamber highlights of the year. It's held to celebrate the business community and those citizens who help contribute to the success of the region.
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Fri, May 13th 2011 03:15 pm
As part of the hospital's celebration of National Nurses' Week, Mount St. Mary's held a special luncheon to recognize the works of the more than 250 registered nurses and 10 licensed practical nurses serving patients at Mount St. Mary's Hospital and its Neighborhood Health Center.
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Thu, May 12th 2011 01:35 pm
On Friday, May 13, the Emmy Award-winning syndicated series "The Doctors" (check local listings) welcomes record-breaking NASCAR driver Danica Patrick to discuss an illness close to her heart - chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Patrick consults with "The Doctors" about COPD's elusive symptoms and what viewers can do to help prevent it.
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Thu, May 12th 2011 12:25 pm
The Town of Wheatfield, in partnership with the Western New York Stormwater Coalition, would like to invite the public to review and comment on its draft annual report and stormwater management plan in an effort to increase public awareness and encourage involvement with stormwater pollution prevention. There will be a public information meeting on Monday, May 23, at 7:10 p.m. at the Town of Wheatfield Town Hall.
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Wed, May 11th 2011 12:20 pm
Darien Lake Theme Park Resort opens a new season of family fun, thrills and entertainment Saturday, May 14.
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Wed, May 11th 2011 11:15 am
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, is urging federal officials to drop a plan that would eliminate homeland security funding for the Buffalo-Niagara region.
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Wed, May 11th 2011 11:10 am
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, called on the Assembly Majority Conference to pass the governor's bill that would cap property tax increases at 2 percent during a "Tax Cap" rally held Monday at the state capitol.
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Wed, May 11th 2011 11:05 am
CBS News Anchor and Managing Editor Katie Couric will sit down this week with Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano.
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Wed, May 11th 2011 10:55 am
The culinary samples tour patrons will have an opportunity to taste in the various homes include:
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Tue, May 10th 2011 02:50 pm
CBS News will conduct a special town hall meeting on the economy with President Barack Obama on Wednesday, May 11.
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Tue, May 10th 2011 02:35 pm
Western New York electricity customers now have an incentive and easy way to save up to $150 a year in electrical costs racked up by older, energy-wasting refrigerators. All they need to do is schedule a free pick up, and receive a $30 incentive reward in return.
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Tue, May 10th 2011 02:30 pm
When Dr. Thomas Chambers sent out a February request for K-12 teachers nationwide to apply for a summer residential program that will investigate the storied history of Old Fort Niagara, he was uncertain of what type of response he would receive.
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Tue, May 10th 2011 10:05 am
On the heels of a highly successful Mother's Day weekend, The Silo Restaurant management hopes to expand the eatery's storage space.
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Tue, May 10th 2011 09:45 am
A source of contention in the Village of Lewiston last year, the Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours' portable restroom trailer may return to Water Street this summer.
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Mon, May 9th 2011 01:45 pm
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, in response to a record number of applications received for its wind incentive program for homeowners, farmers, businesses and municipalities, has announced it is expanding the funding availability for another six months and added another $1.4 million in incentive dollars.
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Mon, May 9th 2011 01:40 pm
Police agencies from Western New York and Southern Ontario will honor the memories of law enforcement personnel who gave their lives in the line of duty during the 14th annual Niagara County Police Appreciation Day Interfaith Memorial Service on Thursday, May 12.
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