Tue, Nov 12th 2024 07:55 pm
The following Niagara County residents achieved the honor roll for the first quarter of the 2024-25 school year:
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Fri, Nov 8th 2024 11:00 am
The Town Board adopted a preliminary 2025 budget at its Monday meeting, following a public hearing in which no members of the public spoke.
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Fri, Nov 8th 2024 11:00 am
Grand Island High School Principal Hillary Kretz-Harvey and assistant principals Jaime Peld and Adam Hernandez announced the Viking Values Students of the Month for October.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2024 09:40 pm
SUNY Niagara will host its annual Veterans Day ceremony at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8, on the Sanborn campus. The ceremony will be held at the Veterans Memorial Park, 3111 Saunders Settlement Road. The event is free and open to the public.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2024 05:30 pm
University at Buffalo nursing faculty member Carleara Weiss is continuing her work on sleep health with a new National Institutes of Health grant to examine the relationship among biomarkers of neurodegeneration, sleep disturbances and cognitive decline.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2024 12:00 pm
University at Buffalo researchers are conducting a clinical trial to assess the effectiveness of structured financial incentives in lowering cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk among African Americans facing food insecurity.
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Mon, Nov 4th 2024 04:50 pm
Niagara University honored seven individuals for their outstanding leadership and dedication to improving the lives of others at its 2024 President's Dinner on Oct. 29 at the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. Proceeds from the President's Dinner benefit Niagara University's scholarship programs. This year's event raised nearly $235,000 toward student scholarship assistance.
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Mon, Nov 4th 2024 04:45 pm
The Mason FOREVER Foundation and scholarships are in honor of Mason Sawyer Monteleone. He was interdisciplinary health science major student at the University of Florida in Tallahassee, when he tragically died in a car accident at the age of 21.
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Mon, Nov 4th 2024 04:40 pm
Halloween 2024 was celebrated with unusually warm weather and lots of Halloween books. The Lewiston Service Guild sponsored a Halloween celebration with the Tuscarora Nation School by providing a Halloween-themed book for each student, Halloween treats and, of course, cookies and cider.
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Mon, Nov 4th 2024 07:00 am
The Niagara History Center will hold a Veterans Day program for children ages 7 to 11, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11, at 215 Niagara St., Lockport.
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Fri, Nov 1st 2024 12:05 pm
Dr. Stephanie M. Dimech has been named dean and campus principal for Niagara University in Ontario. In this role, she will lead the university in deepening the footprint of Niagara University in Vaughan by advancing Niagara's mission and strategic growth of the Vaughan campus.
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Fri, Nov 1st 2024 11:45 am
In the search for extraterrestrial life in the universe, biosignatures, which indicate or suggest the presence of a biological process indicative of life, are critical determinants. However, much of what we know about biosignatures is informed by our current understanding of life on Earth.
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Fri, Nov 1st 2024 11:00 am
The Wheatfield Lions recently accepted a number of pediatric cancer Lego brick kits from Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Institute for distribution to area child cancer patents.
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Thu, Oct 31st 2024 10:30 am
Niagara University powered up a 17-acre state-of-the-art solar array at its Lewiston campus on Wednesday. The $6.2 million, four-megawatt project, completed in partnership with Montante Solar and Pivot Energy, features 7,500 bifacial solar panels, mounted on a smart "tracker" racking that follows the sun throughout the day to maximize energy production.
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Thu, Oct 31st 2024 10:25 am
Empire State Development (ESD) and NBCUniversal have announced a new partnership designed to grow below-the-line career opportunities in the entertainment industry for New Yorkers.
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Thu, Oct 31st 2024 10:25 am
The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo will begin accepting applications for the 2025 Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds competitive grant process Nov. 4. The deadline to apply is 4 p.m. Dec. 2.
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Tue, Oct 29th 2024 05:40 pm
The League of American Bicyclists, the premier grassroots advocacy organization encouraging better bicycling and protecting the rights of people who bike, honored the University at Buffalo with a silver-level Bicycle Friendly University Award in recognition of the institution's achievements in promoting and enabling safe, accessible bicycling on campus. UB has received the bronze-level award for the past 12 years.
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:00 pm
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum, in partnership with MOD-PAC Folding Cartons and Stock Packaging, is honored to offer free admission for retired and active-duty members of our armed forces on Saturday, Nov. 9, and on Veterans Day (Monday, Nov. 11).
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Fri, Oct 25th 2024 02:15 pm
U.S. businesses often lament a dearth of workers who possess the necessary expertise in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), not to mention emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. And the situation is only predicted to worsen. According to a National Association of Manufacturing and Deloitte report, the U.S. will have a shortage of up to 3.5 million STEM workers by 2025.
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Fri, Oct 25th 2024 09:20 am
Each year, Halloween is traditionally celebrated with trick-or-treating and parties - and candy and drinks. Unfortunately, the night often includes drunken drivers on the streets and distracted drivers as well. The Lewiston Police Department will have extra patrols on policing our ghouls and goblins. Here are some tips for you to keep Halloween safe.
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Thu, Oct 24th 2024 08:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York state awarded about $100 million in grants to support free and low-cost afterschool programs serving nearly 40,000 children in high-need areas statewide. State officials from the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) also participated in the 25th annual "Lights on Afterschool" initiative today by visiting programs in New York City and the Capital Region.
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Wed, Oct 23rd 2024 08:40 pm
The Buffalo Sabres announced Buffalo Sabres Learn to Play, presented by D'Youville University, is partnering with Rasmus Dahlin and Alex Tuch, and their foundations The Rasmus Dahlin Foundation and The AT9 Foundation, as part of the new Captain's Crew program.
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Fri, Oct 18th 2024 04:35 pm
National Teen Driver Safety Week runs from Oct. 20-26. This is a perfect time for parents to talk with teen drivers about the importance of safety behind the wheel.
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Fri, Oct 18th 2024 12:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the State University of New York, the City University of New York and over 50 private colleges and universities throughout New York have again come together to offer free application opportunities for high school seniors during state College Application Month.
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Fri, Oct 18th 2024 09:30 am
The "Haunted Jug 2.0," presented by The Ontario House and Boy Scout Troop 829, will take place from 6:30-10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, and from 6:30-11 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25, at 358 Main St., Youngstown.
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Wed, Oct 16th 2024 08:15 pm
"The Taylor Swift Experience" led by Cami Clune and the Fringe, will kick off the Cardinal O'Hara High School Alumni Association's 2024-25 concert series.
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Wed, Oct 16th 2024 08:15 pm
A Veterans Day concert by the National Championship American Legion Band of the Tonawandas will be performed at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Cardinal O'Hara High School Performing Arts Center in the Town of Tonawanda.
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Wed, Oct 16th 2024 07:50 pm
Niagara University is the host of the 2024 Peace and Justice Studies Association's annual conference, which will bring more than 300 scholars to Monteagle Ridge Oct. 24-27. This year's theme is "We Are All Connected: Fostering Intersectionality and Solidarity."
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Wed, Oct 16th 2024 07:50 pm
Why do some people remain highly energetic and able to maintain their normal routine well into their 90s while others seem to begin an age-related decline in their 70s or earlier?
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Wed, Oct 16th 2024 07:50 pm
America's Safe Schools Week has arrived (Oct. 16-20), and ensuring the safety and well-being of students continues to be a top priority for educators and parents alike. With New York state's Board of Regents recently adopting new guidelines for school lockdown and evacuation drills, the spotlight is on balancing effective emergency preparedness with students' psychological well-being.
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Wed, Oct 16th 2024 10:25 am
The University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine will hold its ninth annual "Dentistry Smiles on Veterans" program on Saturday, Nov. 2, at the UB Dental Clinic in Squire Hall on South Campus.
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Mon, Oct 14th 2024 02:40 pm
Kenyon Serpas, a junior at the University at Buffalo, was the recipient of this year's Historical Association of Lewiston's Indigenous Peoples' Day Scholarship. The award ceremony was held Monday at the Tuscarora Heroes Monument on Center Street, in recognition of the longstanding friendship between the people of Lewiston and the Tuscarora Nation.
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Fri, Oct 11th 2024 12:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a significant milestone in New York's Tuition Assistance Program. Following the increase in income thresholds secured in the fiscal year 2025 budget, more than 40,000 newly eligible New York state students have already submitted TAP applications for the 2024-25 academic year.
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Tue, Oct 8th 2024 07:35 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the start of DEC's annual Arbor Day Poster contest.
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Mon, Oct 7th 2024 02:45 pm
What began as an occasion for experience has turned into an opportunity for excellence for five students from Adell's School of Dance. These performers will represent the U.S. in what's called "the Olympics of Dance." On Thanksgiving night, five youth (and five parents) will travel to Poland to join the United States Dance and Sport Competition Federation team.
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Fri, Oct 4th 2024 06:50 pm
Niagara University students will have additional places to collaborate and engage with peers and faculty, thanks to a $150,000 grant from the George I. Alden Trust. The funding will support the renovation of several learning spaces in Glynn Hall, one of the four premier buildings in Niagara University's heritage footprint.
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Fri, Oct 4th 2024 07:00 am
Queen B's Cottage will be the site of a fundraiser to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Western New York. Shop from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, at 475 Ridge St., Lewiston, with 10% of sales donated to the Ronald McDonald Charities of WNY.
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Fri, Oct 4th 2024 07:00 am
The Lewiston Police Department's Explorer Post is gearing up for another exciting year and is currently accepting applications.
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Thu, Oct 3rd 2024 07:15 pm
With the school year in full swing, the conversation around cellphone bans in classrooms is gaining attention across Western New York. As more schools - including Lackawanna City School District - adopt policies to limit students' access to phones during class, parents and educators are seeking guidance on how to navigate this increasingly prevalent issue.
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Fri, Sep 27th 2024 07:00 am
The final "Thursdays on the Water" concert event wrapped up Aug. 31. Organizers teamed up with Boy Scout and Cub Scout Pack 824 out of Sanborn.
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