Fri, Jul 5th 2024 07:00 am
Over past weeks, Niagara County elected officials have been busy helping promote area nonprofit organizations with improvements.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2024 07:00 am
First District Niagara County Legislator Irene Myers presented Old Fort Niagara Executive Director Robert Emerson with a check for $24,939.26 to assist with preservation and education projects at the historic site.
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Mon, Jul 1st 2024 09:45 am
With stormy weather in the forecast, and other Lewiston events already modified or canceled Saturday, Artpark & Company moved its annual Strawberry Moon Festival into the Mainstage Theater. The pivot was successful: A Native American marketplace smartly lined the walkways, the smoke dance competition was held in front of an enthusiastic (and seated) audience, and the headline artists performed on the theater stage.
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Mon, Jul 1st 2024 07:00 am
Despite hailing from Boston - prime New England Patriots territory - Dispatch gave its approval and encouragement to Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills while on stage Friday at Artpark.
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Fri, Jun 28th 2024 11:00 am
Active and retired military members can enjoy a free coffee and a baked good at two Lewiston locations on July 4-5. Joel and Maryjo Erway will again pick up the tab for purchases made at The Orange Cat Coffee Co. and DiCamillo Bakery. This is their fourth annual giveback program.
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Mon, Jun 24th 2024 11:30 am
Troy Andrews, aka Trombone Shorty, brought his high-energy show to Artpark on Saturday, accompanied by the equally energetic Orleans Avenue. Jazz and funk filled the air, as the audience danced, clapped and enjoyed the concert.
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Mon, Jun 24th 2024 07:00 am
Old Fort Niagara has been standing guard at the Niagara River's mouth for almost 300 years. During the fort's long history, it has seen many changes and endured many conflicts. Chief among them is the Siege of 1759 during the French and Indian War.
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Fri, Jun 21st 2024 11:00 am
Two of the Niagara River Region's biggest, family-friendliest events this summer will take place at Artpark. Each festival seeks to unite the community in a celebration of culture, music, dance and creativity.
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Fri, Jun 21st 2024 11:00 am
As Lewiston-Porter High School prepares for its annual commencement exercises at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, at Artpark, its "school within a school" celebrated a memorable event of its own last week at the Youngstown Yacht Club.
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Fri, Jun 21st 2024 10:55 am
Lewiston restaurateur Michael Hibbard is teaming with music promoter Ray Barry to bring music and art to Gallo Coal Fire Kitchen this summer.
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Fri, Jun 21st 2024 07:00 am
Congratulations to Ava Pauly and Owen Sweeney, recipients of the Kiwanis Club of Lewiston $2,000 scholarships, and to Mary Cardamone, winner of the $1,000 William and Joanne Roth Memorial Scholarship!
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Wed, Jun 19th 2024 06:30 pm
There's vocally gifted, and then there's Sarah McLachlan.
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Tue, Jun 18th 2024 10:00 pm
Village of Lewiston residents reelected Nick Conde to a fourth term on the Board of Trustees, and chose Historic Preservation Commission member Jim Fittante to replace Dan Gibson, who opted not to run for office again.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2024 07:00 am
Fresh off this weekend's Lewiston Garden Festival and "Porchfest," an annual favorite will take place Thursday up in Youngstown. The 14th annual Beginning of Summer Street Dance and Car Cruise will take over the village's Main Street strip from 6-10 p.m. with music, dancing and fun for all ages.
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Sun, Jun 16th 2024 03:00 pm
Picture-perfect weather greeted myriad visitors to the Lewiston Garden Club's annual GardenFest over the weekend.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2024 10:50 am
Aaron Rotella's reason for opening a second Center Street business is simple: "I like ice cream," he said Tuesday.
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Tue, Jun 11th 2024 04:15 pm
Recently, a group of Cambodian monks traveled to Lewiston and stopped at The Freedom Crossing Monument. Timothy Henderson met them to tell the story behind the monument and Lewiston's role in the Underground Railroad.
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Tue, Jun 11th 2024 07:00 am
This Historical Association of Lewiston and Lewiston Museum kicked off their new, vintage horse and carriage ride on a picture-perfect afternoon.
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Mon, Jun 10th 2024 04:30 pm
The Niagara Pioneer Renegades Boys under 14 soccer team recently won the Under 15 Gold Division of the Westlake Invitational Soccer Tournament in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Mon, Jun 10th 2024 11:55 am
The vivid bright greens inside The Plant Shack were accompanied by myriad colors Saturday afternoon, as the shop hosted the third annual "Paintings & Pottery" event. Art from 130 Niagara Wheatfield High School students filled the Lewiston store as the culmination of six studio in art and ceramics classes.
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Sat, Jun 8th 2024 01:25 pm
The 32nd annual 10 Mile Garage Sale brought crowds to River Region neighborhoods this weekend, eager to find great deals on unique items. Home décor, clothing, kitchen goods, music, outdoor sporting equipment, dolls, cutlery, cups and dishes - all could be had for the right price (or less, with some good negotiating.)
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Fri, Jun 7th 2024 11:05 am
Summer 2024 brings new art projects to our Lower River community, enhancing Lewiston's identity as an artistic and historic community, and providing enjoyment to our residents and visitors.
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Fri, Jun 7th 2024 11:00 am
WellNow Urgent Care has set an opening date for its Lewiston practice at 860 Center St.: Wednesday, July 10.
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Wed, Jun 5th 2024 08:25 pm
Petey's Treats celebrated one year in business with the Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce at a recent ribbon-cutting. Mark Congi and his family made sure Petey was front and center among friends, family, business owners and elected officials.
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Wed, Jun 5th 2024 07:00 am
A Relay For Life luminaria ceremony will be held from 6:30-10 p.m. Friday, June 7, outside of Lewiston-Porter High School on Creek Road.
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Tue, Jun 4th 2024 07:00 am
A group of volunteers in Youngstown and the Town of Porter has organized a planning committee, called "River, Trails, Roads and Rails," to gather community input and develop plans to build bicycle and recreation-friendly trails from Joseph Davis State Park to Fort Niagara State Park.
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Mon, Jun 3rd 2024 11:00 am
The Jack Beatty Memorial Hospice Cruise and Clambake is back for its 22nd year. The event is scheduled for Friday, July 12, at the historic Youngstown Yacht Club, come rain or shine. The longtime fundraiser benefits Niagara Hospice, and allows the community the chance to enjoy the summer season in an ideal way, out on the open water, all while giving back to Niagara Hospice.
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Mon, Jun 3rd 2024 07:00 am
A beautiful, warm day welcomed the Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market, as the summer season kicked off Saturday at Academy Park.
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Mon, Jun 3rd 2024 07:00 am
Get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting spirit of "Christmas in June" at the Leon Festival, happening Saturday, June 15 (Father's Day weekend), on Young Street in Wilson. From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., join us for a day filled with festive delights, including vendors showcasing unique crafts, delectable food and drinks, and live music to keep the atmosphere alive.
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Fri, May 31st 2024 11:00 am
The Town of Porter "Hometown Heroes" banners are returning for 2024; enjoyable weather is once again upon us; and the annual Ransomville Flag Day Parade and Community Faire will return to the hamlet starting at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 8.
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Fri, May 31st 2024 10:45 am
Five years ago, when speaking with this writer, former Rusted Root lead singer Michael Glabicki said that, career-wise, he was the happiest he had been in 30 years.
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Fri, May 31st 2024 10:15 am
Perhaps the only thing more remarkable than Chris Barron making it big in one band is that he almost made it big in two bands.
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Mon, May 27th 2024 04:30 pm
PHOTOS: Memorial Day in Lewiston
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Mon, May 27th 2024 04:05 pm
PHOTOS: Lewiston cemetery dedications
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Mon, May 27th 2024 04:00 pm
PHOTOS: Gary Clark Jr. at Artpark
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Mon, May 27th 2024 03:50 pm
PHOTOS: Smeltfest in Lewiston
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Sat, May 25th 2024 12:40 pm
Mount St. Mary's Hospital honored first responders throughout Niagara County at its annual EMS recognition dinner, held at Pekin Fire Co. in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of National EMS Week.
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Fri, May 24th 2024 11:00 am
The Lewiston Council on the Arts will present "A Night at the Opera" with Niagara Opera Company and featuring Rising Stars of Tomorrow. The event will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at the Castellani Art Museum on the Niagara University campus.
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Fri, May 24th 2024 11:00 am
Artpark, Western New York's premier summer destination for live performance, music, and interactive art, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with an exciting season lineup packed with music, art, festivals, family programs and much more.
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Fri, May 24th 2024 11:00 am
This summer, the Historical Association of Lewiston and Lewiston Museum will debut horse and carriage rides on non-festival-weekend Saturdays. Weather-permitting, this activity will be available at noon, 1, 2 and 3 p.m. June 8, 22, 29; July 6, 13, 27; and Aug. 3, 17.
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