Fri, Apr 24th 2015 09:40 am
Empire State Development President, CEO and Commissioner Howard Zemsky and Roswell Park Cancer Institute CEO and President Dr. Candace Johnson announced Wednesday that, following the New York trade mission to Cuba, RPCI has signed an agreement with Cuba's Center for Molecular Immunology to develop a unique lung cancer vaccine with a clinical trial in the U.S.
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2015 05:15 pm
Erie County's Black Rock Canal Park is undergoing significant upgrades this spring.
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2015 04:45 pm
Promising to "be a supervisor committed to all of Lewiston," town resident Steve Broderick announced his candidacy to serve as Lewiston's town supervisor.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2015 05:00 pm
Leveraging the power of social media to promote Earth Day, National Grid will launch its "Pledge to Save Energy Sweepstakes" tomorrow, challenging the nearly 7 million U.S. residents in its service areas to take a pledge to make greener choices and share them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, with #GridGoesGreen #Sweeps.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2015 04:50 pm
The terrific smell of barbecue chicken, ribs and pulled pork will be in the air at Mount St. Mary's Hospital from 3-6 p.m. Friday, May 1, for the St. Francis Guild's 17th annual chicken and ribs barbecue. Krolick's will cook the food. All proceeds will benefit the hospital.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2015 04:50 pm
State Sen. Marc Panepinto made the following comments regarding his Make a Living Wage Act (S.4160), which currently awaits review in the Senate labor committee:
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Mon, Apr 20th 2015 12:30 pm
On Saturday, the Niagara County Sheriff's Office identified the victims of Friday's shooting as Duane A. Bores, age 58, and Cynthia A. Bores, age 55, both of 6871 Errick Road.
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Mon, Apr 20th 2015 12:20 pm
Niagara University will hold a series of events to increase awareness, appreciation, protection and conservation of the natural environment in observance of Earth Day 2015.
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Mon, Apr 20th 2015 12:20 pm
State Sen. Rob Ortt, R-C-I-North Tonawanda, today announced $3 million he championed to help keep military bases, such as the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, in the forefront. The funding, included in the 2015-16 state budget, will be used for research and retention efforts of military bases statewide.
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Mon, Apr 20th 2015 12:15 pm
After a harsh winter, it may be hard for some families to believe it's already time to make summer camp plans.
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Fri, Apr 17th 2015 09:45 pm
Niagara County Sheriff James Voutour offered a small update late Friday on the Errick Road gunfight that took place earlier in the day. At the time, investigators were still casing the outside of the house where the incident occurred, 6871 Errick Road.
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Fri, Apr 17th 2015 04:55 pm
One person is dead and two more injured after shots were fired at an Errick Road residence early this afternoon, Niagara County Sheriff James Voutour announced at a press conference in Fairmount Park.
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Fri, Apr 17th 2015 07:00 am
Fire departments all across New York will open their doors and bays to local residents to learn about volunteer firefighting and what it takes to be a firefighter as part of the Firemen's Association of the State of New York fifth annual RecruitNY initiative.
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Fri, Apr 17th 2015 07:00 am
Niagara County's largest swap meet is back for a 23rd year - and with an extra day for shoppers. The 10 Mile Garage Sale returns the weekend of June 12-14. This year, the event begins on Friday.
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Thu, Apr 16th 2015 06:40 pm
State Sen. Rob Ortt today announced $12.5 million has been secured to create a Learning Commons center at Niagara County Community College. The money, included in the 2015-16 state budget, will be used to renovate and upgrade the college's library, Child Development Center and Faculty Resource Center.
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Thu, Apr 16th 2015 05:00 pm
Gil C. Quiniones, president and CEO of the New York Power Authority, has been elected chair of the Electric Power Research Institute, the nation's leading organization devoted to research and development in the electricity field.
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Wed, Apr 15th 2015 04:20 pm
As part of its commitment to increase opportunities for female students and other women to build careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), the University at Buffalo will host its inaugural Women in STEM Summit.
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Wed, Apr 15th 2015 11:00 am
In celebration of Earth Day 2015, Erie County is partnering with Advanced Technology Recycling to join in a nationwide effort to recycle as many as 1 million pounds of unwanted electronics from April 20-25.
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Tue, Apr 14th 2015 04:15 pm
In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, New York State Sens. Rob Ortt (North Tonawanda), Catharine Young (Olean), Rich Funke (Fairport) and Thomas Croci (Sayville) today announced they succeeded in securing an additional $4.6 million in funding in the 2015-16 state budget to help victims of rape and sexual violence.
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Mon, Apr 13th 2015 02:45 pm
Mount St. Mary's Hospital has received another three-year accreditation from The Joint Commission, the nation's leading organization on hospital accreditation. Mount St. Mary's is the only hospital in Niagara County to earn such designation.
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Mon, Apr 13th 2015 06:45 am
Buffalo Sabres General Manger Tim Murray announced Sunday Ted Nolan was relieved of his duties as head coach of the Buffalo Sabres.
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Mon, Apr 13th 2015 06:40 am
The 2015 NHL Draft Lottery, a weighted system implemented and utilized to determine the order of selection in the first round of the 2015 NHL Draft for the 14 clubs not qualifying for the Stanley Cup Playoffs (or the clubs that have acquired the first-round drafting positions of those non-playoff teams), will take place at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 18.
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Fri, Apr 10th 2015 04:25 pm
In honor of the service veterans have provided the country, the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine will host its first "Dentistry Smiles on Veterans" program - a day of free dental screenings, cleanings and repairs for local veterans.
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Thu, Apr 9th 2015 08:30 pm
Early Thursday morning, the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce announced the annual Lewiston Smelt Festival was alive and well thanks to the addition of two new event sponsors: DiMino Tops Lewiston and Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours.
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Wed, Apr 8th 2015 12:55 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation has announced daily lane closures are scheduled to begin on Buffalo Avenue (NY Route 384) in the City of Niagara Falls as a part of a bridge maintenance/painting project occurring at various locations in Erie and Niagara counties.
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Wed, Apr 8th 2015 12:50 pm
Looking for an opportunity that will put you in the heart of Buffalo's waterfront revitalization this summer? Come and join the Global Spectrum Team at Canalside.
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Wed, Apr 8th 2015 07:00 am
Spring has finally arrived in Lewiston and, with it, the 20th annual Lewiston Family Spring Fling. This is the way to celebrate winter's end and to renew old friendships or make new ones.
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Tue, Apr 7th 2015 04:50 pm
State Sen. Rob Ortt, R-C-I-North Tonawanda, has introduced a bill (S4414-A) that would make low-cost hydropower easily available to hospitals and municipal housing authorities located in Niagara and Orleans counties.
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Tue, Apr 7th 2015 04:05 pm
Ten long-time active physicians in the Niagara community will be recognized Thursday, April 16, at the third Founder's Reception of Mount St. Mary's Hospital and Health Center. Each has provided more than 35 years of service to the community.
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Tue, Apr 7th 2015 03:45 pm
Dr. Kurt A. Stahura has been appointed dean of the College of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Niagara University, effective June 1.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2015 08:05 pm
With this year's tax deadline looming and April marking Financial Literacy Month, Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today offered New Yorkers tips to avoid falling victim to reported tax prep scams.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2015 08:05 pm
People have more options than ever for purchasing seats for concerts and events, but that also can mean more ways to get scammed.
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Mon, Apr 6th 2015 12:40 pm
Lewiston resident Becky Wydysh announced today she is formally a candidate for the Niagara County Legislature. Wydysh is seeking the Second District seat currently held by Legislator William L. Ross of Wheatfield. Ross recently announced he would not be seeking re-election this year.
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Sat, Apr 4th 2015 09:00 am
The Frontier House doors opened Thursday to a pair of assessors from GAR Associates Inc. The two men spent about 30 minutes inside the building. They went floor by floor, touring each room, taking pictures and asking several questions.
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Sat, Apr 4th 2015 07:00 am
Are you thinking about hiring a tax preparer to complete your personal income tax return? This week, acting New York State Commissioner of Taxation and Finance Nonie Manion provided consumer protection tips for taxpayers who decide to do so.
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Sat, Apr 4th 2015 07:00 am
With less than two weeks until the income tax deadline, the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance is encouraging Western New York taxpayers to visit free tax preparation sites in the area.
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2015 04:35 pm
Empire State Development today announced Christopher J. Schoepflin, who currently serves as president of USA Niagara Development Corp., will oversee the Western New York regional office.
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Fri, Apr 3rd 2015 10:40 am
Old Fort Niagara invites the public to Patriots Day Weekend, April 18 and 19, when its re-enactment season officially begins - with a bang!
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2015 12:05 pm
Empire State Development, Buffalo Niagara Enterprise and TROVE Predictive Data Science today announced a significant expansion that will result in a $3.3 million investment and creation of 36 new, high-tech, high-paying jobs.
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Thu, Apr 2nd 2015 07:00 am
The Niagara River Greenway Commission announced today the public comment period has opened for the 44th round of projects, which will be considered at the group's May 19 meeting.
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