Thu, Apr 14th 2011 03:10 pm
A report on the town's improving financial condition, the use of the youth center by the YMCA this summer and an influx of funds from Time Warner highlighted the Wheatfield Town Board meeting on Monday.
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Thu, Apr 14th 2011 03:05 pm
When is the last time you said "thank you" to a U.S. armed services veteran? If County Clerk Wayne Jagow has his way, Niagara County's veterans will be getting those well deserved pats on the back every day in the form of discounts at local businesses.
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Thu, Apr 14th 2011 02:50 pm
New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo signed a landmark power-for-jobs bill, "Recharge New York," in North Tonawanda Thursday with dozens of local leaders in attendance.
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Thu, Apr 14th 2011 09:00 am
The Niagara County Public Works Department and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation stocked several popular fishing holes in Niagara County late last week, and a pair of local elected officials were there to usher in trout-fishing season in Niagara County.
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Wed, Apr 13th 2011 11:55 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, today announced that he will meet with Gov. Andrew Cuomo to discuss the appointment of a Niagara County resident to the New York Power Authority's board of trustees in order to fill one of its vacancies. The meeting was scheduled after Ceretto personally reached out to Cuomo earlier this year to express his concerns about the board's exclusion of local representatives.
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Wed, Apr 13th 2011 09:30 am
Niagara Feline Friends' next low-cost spay/neuter clinic for cats will be held Sunday, May 1. The clinic is open to anyone, regardless of income. The cost is $75, which includes distemper and rabies shots.
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Wed, Apr 13th 2011 09:30 am
Waste Management, parent company of CWM Chemical Services in Porter, has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the 2011 World's Most Ethical Companies for the fourth year in a row.
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Wed, Apr 13th 2011 09:00 am
The state Department of Environmental Conservation announced this week that the Electronic Equipment Recycling and Reuse Act is now law. As of April 1 New York holds the distinction of having the most comprehensive electronic waste, or "e-waste," product stewardship program in the country. The law also establishes a statewide e-waste recycling goal and requires manufacturers to recycle their share of the statewide goal based on market share.
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Wed, Apr 13th 2011 09:00 am
April is Fair Housing Month, and Realtor associations across the country are showcasing their commitment to removing barriers to homeownership. For many families in America, achieving homeownership represents the American way of life.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 05:05 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, today joined his State Senate and Assembly colleagues at a press conference calling on the leadership of the Assembly majority conference to bring the governor's property tax cap bill to the floor of the Assembly for a vote.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 02:55 pm
The Niagara Falls Historic Preservation Society will sponsor a tour of the historic Hotel Niagara in Niagara Falls, Wednesday, April 13, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 02:45 pm
The Adams Volunteer Fire Co. has announced the establishment of its website - www.Adamsfireco.com.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 01:45 pm
Niagara University's College of Business Administration received notification this week that it has maintained its prestigious business accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 01:15 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, voted on Monday in favor of an amendment that would bring property tax cap legislation, passed earlier this year by the State Senate, to the Assembly floor for an up or down vote. The bill, which Ceretto supported, would cap property tax increases at 2 percent.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 09:10 am
The St. Vincent de Paul Parish spring rummage sale, sponsored by the Rosary Altar Society of St. Vincent de Paul Parish, will take place from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, April 16, at the Catholic Academy Elementary Site (formerly Prince of Peace School), 1055 N. Military Road. The event includes refreshments and a bake sale.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 09:05 am
The family and friends of Ryan Henderson are hosting celebration of life/benefit for their former bandmate, a Lewiston resident, who passed away in a car accident on Ridge Road in January.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 09:00 am
Wild Kritters of Niagara County Inc. hosts its fifth annual basket raffle fundraiser from noon until 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 17. The event will take place at the 3F Conservation Club, 904 Swann Road, Lewiston.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 08:55 am
Niagara County ranked 57th in health outcomes this year, according to the Niagara County Health Rankings Project.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 01:30 pm
The Niagara Catholic Alumni Association will hold its annual Alumni Awards Dinner on Saturday, April 30, at Niagara Catholic High School, 520 66th St., Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 01:20 pm
The Better Business Bureau has issued an advisory to consumers regarding unwanted text messages, scams and identity theft threats.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 12:20 pm
More than 200 guests - including several from Lewiston - gathered to meet and hear Fox News Channel anchor Bill O'Reilly speak at the It Happened to Alexa Foundation event on March 25 at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Fla. O'Reilly, who was introduced by Donald Trump, served as keynote speaker for the third annual "Justice is Served" benefit and entertained the crowd with his political banter, as well as expressing his support for the work being done by the It Happened to Alexa Foundation.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 12:15 pm
On April 16 and 17, Old Fort Niagara will host Patriots' Day Weekend, a special event that commemorates the beginning of the American Revolution 236 years ago. On hand will be re-enactors representing British soldiers and American militia that squared off at the battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 12:15 pm
The board of directors of HART Interfaith Inc. announces the appointment of Susan McBee as program manager. A lifelong resident of Lewiston, McBee holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Allegheny College and an M.B.A. from Canisius College. She was formerly employed at Occidental Chemical Co. and the Lewiston-Porter School District.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:35 am
To commemorate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day last April, The Princeton Review, in partnership with the U.S. Green Building Council, published a comprehensive guidebook focused on institutions of higher education that demonstrated an above average commitment to sustainability in terms of campus infrastructure, activities and initiatives.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:20 am
Old Fort Niagara is gearing up for another busy tour season and is seeking people interested in history to serve as tour guides for the spring and summer. Tours this year will focus on the fort's history during the War of 1812, the American Revolution and the French and Indian War. Although the site is open year round, the fort's busiest season is May through October. Hundreds of school classes visit during May and June.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:10 am
Niagara County on Thursday unveiled a revised map reflecting 15 new County Legislature districts, developed over past months by the Niagara County Legislative Reapportionment Commission. The map was changed yet again over the course of this week.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:10 am
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce will honor nine businesses and individuals at its annual Chamber Awards Gala, Saturday, June 4, at the Niagara Falls Country Club in Lewiston, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The evening is one of the highlights of the year, held to celebrate the business community and those citizens who help contribute to the success of the region.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:10 am
Niagara County Clerk Wayne Jagow announced this week that his office will once again be partnering with Upstate New York Transplant Services during the month of April to promote organ, eye and tissue donation throughout Niagara County and New York state. The program is responsible for saving and improving the lives of thousands of New Yorkers in dire need of transplants.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:05 am
Today, millions of older adults suffer from chronic conditions such as arthritis, cancer, chronic pain, diabetes, or heart disease. The Health Association of Niagara County Inc. will offer free workshops to help manage these health conditions so older adults can take control and live better.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:00 am
At Monday's Village of Lewiston work session, trustees continued to analyze parking patterns and traffic flow associated with Artpark's "Tuesday in the Park" concert series. A motion was presented to limit parking on South Fourth Street - just outside of the performing arts venue's main entrance - and on ancillary streets. It would also prohibit pocket pay lots on private property.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2011 11:55 pm
Direct Air, the first low-cost airline to offer flights out of Niagara Falls International Airport, announced two more destinations on Thursday, April 7, this time the airport's first ever international non-stop service to San Juan, Puerto Rico, and to Nassau, Bahamas.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2011 10:30 pm
The New York Power Authority is encouraging visitors of all ages to participate in a sculpture contest, which will be one of the featured events at its "Every Day is Earth Day" celebration, Saturday, April 9, at its admission-free Power Vista, the visitors center for NYPA's Niagara Power Project.
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Thu, Apr 7th 2011 05:50 pm
Abbagail's Law (S.164), sponsored by State Sen. George Maziarz, R-C, Newfane, was approved by a vote of 56-1 in the State Senate Monday afternoon.
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Thu, Apr 7th 2011 05:00 pm
This weekend, volunteer fire companies across New York state, including several in Niagara County, will hold informational and recruitment programs with the aim of expanding their membership ranks.
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Thu, Apr 7th 2011 04:30 pm
Four firefighters whose brave actions a decade ago saved the lives of two Coast Guardsmen from the icy waters of Lake Ontario will be honored tonight as their heroic deeds are recounted in the Town of Wilson, Niagara County Legislator David E. Godfrey, R-Wilson, announced.
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Thu, Apr 7th 2011 02:55 pm
The final proposed maps for Niagara County's 15 new County Legislature districts are now available for public review on Niagara County's website, www.niagaracounty.com.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2011 01:10 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, is sponsoring legislation that would return state lands that are currently receiving property-tax exemptions back onto Niagara County's tax rolls. Ceretto says this legislation would provide extra revenue to the county while easing the local property-tax burden.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2011 12:15 pm
Proving that the 2011 summer season lineup will be bigger than ever this year, Artpark confirms Bright Eyes for a free concert as part of the venue's "Coors Light Wednesday" series at 6:30 p.m. on July 27.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2011 12:10 pm
The Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce and the Niagara County Industrial Development Agency, along with various elected officials in Niagara County - including State Sen. George D. Maziarz - have submitted letters to Lt. Gov. Robert Duffy urging him to appoint Samuel M. Ferraro to Gov. Andrew Cuomo's Western New York Regional Economic Development Council. Ferraro is commissioner of the Niagara County Department of Economic Development and executive director of the NCIDA.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2011 12:00 pm
Niagara County lawmakers moved quickly Tuesday night to fill the seat vacated by Legislator Jason J. Cafarella's March 31 resignation, nominating a Niagara Falls woman he helped select.
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