Wed, Feb 24th 2016 05:40 pm
State Sen. Marc Panepinto, D-Buffalo, announced the passage of his co-sponsored legislation, known as Lauren's Law (S.6228) in a unanimous vote.
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Wed, Feb 24th 2016 02:35 pm
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Tue, Feb 23rd 2016 03:05 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the application window for grants provided through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Services (SAFER) program is now open.
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Tue, Feb 23rd 2016 03:00 pm
The New York State Office of Mental Health and Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services announced today that New York has been awarded a federal planning grant of $982,373 to strengthen its community-based mental health care and substance use disorder programs through the development of new certified community behavioral health clinics (CCBHC) in pilot sites across the state.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2016 02:25 pm
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz and the Erie County Department of Social Services Black History Luncheon Celebration committee today announced details of the 19th annual Black History Luncheon Celebration, set to take place Friday, Feb. 26.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2016 11:50 am
State Sen. Rob Ortt today announced he secured $75,000 in state funds that will go toward constructing a fence around the site of an inactive landfill in the Town of Wheatfield.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2016 07:00 am
The annual Niagara County Spring Career Fair will take place from 1-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, at the Four Points by Sheraton, 7001 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2016 07:00 am
The Niagara County Department of Health Division of Environmental Health and Tobacco-Free Western New York of Roswell Park Cancer Institute have joined forces to encourage landlords to eliminate second-hand smoke and fires caused by smoking in housing units.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2016 07:00 am
The Niagara County Coalition for Services to the Homeless, along with Buffalo/Niagara Falls and Erie/Niagara Counties Continuum of Care, and Niagara University, will host the fourth annual Poverty Conference on Friday, March 4, featuring keynote speaker Paul Hogan, executive vice president of The John R. Oishei Foundation.
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Sat, Feb 20th 2016 07:00 am
Village of Lewiston Mayor Terry Collesano and counselor Joseph Leone Jr. objected Tuesday to agenda items asking for approval in principle of preliminary development plans for Ellicott Development's plaza proposal and James Jerge's apartment complex idea. Both said it wasn't the right time to take action.
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Fri, Feb 19th 2016 11:30 am
The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Serving Erie County announced Gary Willoughby II would step into the role of executive director.
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Fri, Feb 19th 2016 10:45 am
Based on the state's ongoing monitoring of New York's freshwater fish populations and discussions with anglers, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has identified potential changes to the fishing regulations and is seeking additional angler feedback.
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Fri, Feb 19th 2016 10:45 am
If you think your workspace is cramped, consider Frank Bright's for a moment.
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Thu, Feb 18th 2016 05:45 pm
Marissa Ieraci-Tomlin, owner of Gemini's Closet Consignment Shop at 2027 Military Road, will hold a fundraising event for Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara on March 4 (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.) and March 5 (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.).
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Thu, Feb 18th 2016 05:30 pm
The Diocese of Buffalo, which has served the spiritual, pastoral and educational needs of Western New York for more than 150 years, today launched "Upon This Rock," a historic initiative to reshape and strengthen the funding of key ministries and programs of the church throughout the eight-county diocese.
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Tue, Feb 16th 2016 05:10 pm
Niagara University announced today that an independent investigation into allegations of Title IX violations has concluded. The inquiry, conducted by the Buffalo law firm Lipsitz Green Scime Cambria LLP, found the university and its personnel fully complied with the law in all matters and provided support, counsel and resources where appropriate.
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Tue, Feb 16th 2016 10:55 am
Western New Yorkers with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias will soon have access to improved care, thanks to a five-year, $2.35 million New York state grant to researchers in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo.
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Tue, Feb 16th 2016 10:40 am
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today announced his office has entered into an agreement with the former Shimshack's Restaurant, formerly located on Upper Mountain Road in Sanborn. Shimshack's went out of business in October 2015 and consumers filed complaints with the attorney general's office over unused gift card balances that had not yet been refunded.
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Mon, Feb 15th 2016 07:00 am
The Niagara County Central Rotary will hold its 20th annual Cabin Fever Antique Show and Sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28, at the Frontier Fire Hall.
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Sat, Feb 13th 2016 07:40 am
Getting a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or other dementia usually results in a number of questions. Those concerns, as well as suggestions to plan for future needs, will be addressed during a special evening open house at the Williamsville office of the Alzheimer's Association Western New York Chapter.
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Fri, Feb 12th 2016 10:25 am
During the extremely cold winter weather expected this weekend, homes and business that use propane to generate heat or run appliances should make sure to take the following steps to keep everyone safe and warm:
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Thu, Feb 11th 2016 02:30 pm
State Sen. Rob Ortt today announced Niagara University was awarded $197,000 in state funding for the second phase of work to its Nursing Simulation Center.
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Wed, Feb 10th 2016 06:00 pm
Valentine's Day is a time to celebrate love for some and a time to look for that special someone for others. Americans are increasingly looking for love online and, according to Nielsen data, one in 10 adults now average more than an hour every day on a dating site or app.
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Wed, Feb 10th 2016 06:00 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced Buffalo was named as one of three sites nationwide selected for an initiative aimed at decreasing wait times at U.S. border crossings.
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Wed, Feb 10th 2016 05:40 pm
Old Falls Street, USA, the three-block entertainment district that connects Niagara Falls State Park with hotels and attractions in downtown Niagara Falls, is calling for area vendors and entertainers who are interested in showcasing their wares and talents during the 2016 season.
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Wed, Feb 10th 2016 05:40 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins joined VOICE-Buffalo and the Niagara Organizing Alliance for Hope (NOAH) in announcing plans for U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Thomas Perez to visit Buffalo this March.
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Wed, Feb 10th 2016 04:40 pm
Continuing a tradition that has become nearly as inevitable as taxes themselves, accounting students from Niagara University's College of Business Administration will again provide free tax preparation assistance to members of the Niagara Falls community this tax season.
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Tue, Feb 9th 2016 03:35 pm
This week marks the beginning of the Chinese Lunar New Year, China's biggest and most ceremonious holiday. Traditionally celebrated for 15 days, this year marks the year of the Monkey and officially kicked off Monday.
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Mon, Feb 8th 2016 05:00 pm
The culture and healing traditions of Native Americans are on display at the University at Buffalo in "Native Voices: Native Peoples' Concepts of Health and Illness," a traveling national exhibition that includes UB as one of its first stops.
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Mon, Feb 8th 2016 12:50 pm
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Mon, Feb 8th 2016 12:50 pm
Western New York is not lacking women who deserve recognition. The community at large has an opportunity to appreciate distinguished women through the 2016 Women of Distinction Awards, hosted by Girl Scouts of Western New York. Nominations are being accepted through April 30.
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Mon, Feb 8th 2016 12:30 pm
Buffalo Film League, producer of the film "Buffalo Hates You Too: A Love Story," announced Sunday its relocation to The Wurlitzer Building, 908 Niagara Falls Blvd., North Tonawanda.
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Mon, Feb 8th 2016 12:30 pm
The Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. approved the purchase of a 50 acres parcel, including the Port Terminal Complex, from the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority.
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Mon, Feb 8th 2016 07:00 am
The Niagara River Greenway Commission will meet Tuesday, March 15, to determine the consistency of the 49th round of projects.
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Fri, Feb 5th 2016 07:15 pm
Due to the late start of winter and the recent warm weather and rain, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is advising anglers and others who may want to be on the ice of water bodies to be cautious.
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Fri, Feb 5th 2016 07:15 pm
A leader in efforts to strengthen developmental and educational outcomes for children in the Buffalo area will be the keynote speaker Feb. 19 at the ninth annual Black History Celebration at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, 621 Tenth St.
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Thu, Feb 4th 2016 04:20 pm
U.S. Reps. Chris Collins, R-NY-27, and Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, today released the following comments after receiving news eight KC-135 refueling tankers will be arriving at Niagara Air Falls Reserve Station to replace the base's aging fleet of cargo planes. The news will be made official in President Barack Obama's budget, which will be released on Tuesday.
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Thu, Feb 4th 2016 08:40 am
It's not every day that you get to turn off a major waterfall.
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Thu, Feb 4th 2016 08:40 am
Congress members Brian Higgins (NY-26), Chris Collins (NY-27), Louise Slaughter (NY-25) and Tom Reed (NY-23) are continuing their united fight against attempts to diminish flight safety progress as Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization legislation is introduced and now under consideration in Congress.
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Wed, Feb 3rd 2016 01:55 pm
Tooth fairies and life-sized teddy bears can mean only one thing: the return of the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine's "Give Kids a Smile Day."
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