Tue, May 26th 2015 11:20 am
In celebration of Father's Day and National Men's Health Month, the board of associates of Mount St. Mary's Hospital is sponsoring the 13th annual "A Father's Day Gift of Love and Life" - a free prostate cancer screening from June 15-20.
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Tue, May 26th 2015 09:45 am
The Historic Riviera Theatre and Organ Preservation Society Inc. announce the ninth annual Riviera Theatre Golf Tournament will tale place at noon Monday, June 1, at Tan Tara Golf Club, 4391 Tonawanda Creek Road, North Tonawanda. All Proceeds benefit the preservation of the Historic Riviera Theatre and Mighty WurliTzer Organ.
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Tue, May 26th 2015 09:45 am
State Sen. Marc Panepinto, D-Buffalo, released the following statement Monday on his renewed call to designate Eighteen Mile Creek an "inland waterway" opening the door for important state funding:
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Sat, May 23rd 2015 06:20 pm
Lt. Col. R. Gary Charlton II, a Skaneateles resident, assumed command of the New York Air National Guard's 107th Operations Group during a ceremony May 18 at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station.
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Sat, May 23rd 2015 10:30 am
On Thursday, May 14, the Town of Lewiston installed a new flagpole at the Dickersonville Cemetery, located on the north side of Ridge Road - just west of Dickersonville Road.
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Fri, May 22nd 2015 11:00 am
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz was joined Thursday by Erie County Commissioner of Emergency Services Dan Neaverth Jr., Erie County Health Commissioner Dr. Gale Burstein, and emergency services personnel from around Erie County to celebrate "EMS Week" in Erie County.
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Fri, May 22nd 2015 11:00 am
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo welcomed vacationers, alongside warmer weather and the upcoming Memorial Day Weekend, to explore the many campgrounds owned by New York state.
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Thu, May 21st 2015 01:20 pm
State Sen. Marc Panepinto announced Army Sgt. David Lawrence Roustum, killed in action while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom, was inducted into the New York State Senate Hall of Fame.
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Wed, May 20th 2015 10:10 am
Buffalo Sabres Chief Development Officer Cliff Benson and Vice President of Arena Operations Stan Makowski today announced HARBROCENTER's lineup of retail tenants. Fowler's Chocolates, Clayton's Toys and Modern Nostalgia/Blue Collar will join Red Siren with storefronts along the Main Street side of HARBORCENTER, across from Canalside.
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Tue, May 19th 2015 06:00 pm
The Western New York Land Conservancy has announced the 2015 annual meeting and reception will be held from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, June 4, at The Buffalo History Museum in Delaware Park in the City of Buffalo.
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Tue, May 19th 2015 05:55 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced Roswell Park Cancer Institute researchers Brahm Segal, M.D., and Kirsten Moysich, Ph.D., have received a five-year, roughly $3 million award from the National Cancer Institute to study immune responses in women with ovarian cancer and to identify biomarkers that can predict response to treatment.
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Tue, May 19th 2015 05:50 pm
A bill co-sponsored by State Sen. Rob Ortt would help protect community members from violent crime and domestic abuse crimes by providing them access to vital information.
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Mon, May 18th 2015 11:05 am
Mount St. Mary's Hospital recognized more than 150 employees and retirees at its employee recognition dinner May 13 at Antonio's Banquet Center. The associates recognized were from Mount St. Mary's Hospital, the Mount St. Mary's Child Care Center and the Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence.
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Mon, May 18th 2015 07:00 am
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino will host a job fair from 1-6 p.m. Wednesday, May 20, at Seneca Niagara Events Center, 310 Fourth St., Niagara Falls. Candidates interested in exploring opportunities in environmental services and housekeeping at the destination resort are encouraged to attend.
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Mon, May 18th 2015 07:00 am
World Trade Center Buffalo Niagara is holding its annual "World Trade Celebration" on the topic of "Sustainability: Transforming International Trade," at The Conference & Event Center Niagara Falls, 101 Old Falls St., Wednesday, May 20.
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Sat, May 16th 2015 05:00 pm
University at Buffalo and Roswell Park Cancer Institute researchers have been awarded a $1.85 million grant to create an interdisciplinary stem cell research training program.
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Fri, May 15th 2015 05:00 pm
AAA Travel projects 37.2 million Americans will journey 50 miles or more from home during the Memorial Day holiday weekend, a 4.7 percent increase from the 35.5 million people who traveled last year, and the highest travel volume for the holiday in 10 years.
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Fri, May 15th 2015 11:40 am
With Memorial Day Weekend swiftly approaching, many people will begin hosting backyard barbecues and using their grill for the first time in many months. The Firemen's Association of the State of New York reminds residents to make this favorite summertime activity a safe one by following some important fire safety tips.
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Fri, May 15th 2015 10:00 am
Funtime Presents is bringing two additional acts to Artpark's Mainstage Theater later this summer.
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Fri, May 15th 2015 09:00 am
The American Red Cross seeks eligible donors to give blood in honor of World Blood Donor Day, June 14, and throughout the summer to help ensure a sufficient blood supply for patients in need.
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Thu, May 14th 2015 06:15 pm
Lee S. Wallace has announced his re-election bid for the position of supervisor in the Town of Niagara this year. Wallace is a lifetime resident of the town and, prior to being elected supervisor, was an employee of the Town for over 40 years.
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Thu, May 14th 2015 04:00 pm
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz announced the County Division of Budget and Management is projecting Erie County will end fiscal year 2014 with a modest surplus of approximately $2.5 million following specific expenditure amendments to address immediate areas of need.
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Wed, May 13th 2015 05:25 pm
Annie Rychlik was trained at the Himalayan Institute of Buffalo and recently opened Down Dog Yoga in the Cayuga Street mini-plaza in Lewiston.
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Tue, May 12th 2015 07:30 pm
A bill sponsored by State Sen. Rob Ortt could now put certain car passengers under the influence of alcohol or drugs in the hot seat.
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Tue, May 12th 2015 04:30 pm
Daemen College President Gary A. Olson will confer degrees to nearly 850 undergraduate and graduate candidates in the Class of 2015 at the college's 64th annual commencement, which, for the first time, will include two ceremonies scheduled for May 16 at Kleinhans Music Hall.
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Tue, May 12th 2015 04:30 pm
Empire State Development has announced the appointment of Global Group by JG, an international marketing firm specializing in travel, tourism and lifestyle brands, as New York state's tourism promotion agency in Australia.
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Mon, May 11th 2015 09:30 pm
Monday afternoon, the New York State Senate elected Sen. John J. Flanagan of Long Island as the temporary president for the remainder of the 2015-16 term. The new majority leader replaces Sen. Dean Skelos, the long-tenured lawmaker who resigned his leadership post following his arrest on corruption charges last week.
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Mon, May 11th 2015 12:20 pm
The EmStar Emergency Department of Mount St. Mary's Hospital will recognize local emergency medical service professionals at a 6:30 p.m. awards dinner Wednesday, May 20, at the Niagara Falls Country Club.
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Mon, May 11th 2015 07:00 am
The Air Force Reserve's 914th Airlift Wing Airman & Family Readiness Center will host a large-scale Career Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday and Friday, June 4 and June 5, for reserve members stationed at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station and their families.
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Sat, May 9th 2015 10:00 am
The Village of Lewiston is once again trying to find the optimal parking configuration for summer nights when Artpark & Company concerts draw thousands to town.
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Fri, May 8th 2015 06:55 pm
North Tonawanda Mayor Arthur G. Pappas announced another city resident will experience an exterior paint makeover this summer.
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Fri, May 8th 2015 05:50 pm
Niagara University's 2015 slate of commencement ceremonies will be highlighted by addresses from the U.S. ambassador to Canada, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, the U.S. State Department reporter for CBS News and two highly decorated Catholic priests.
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Fri, May 8th 2015 05:15 pm
State Sen. Rob Ortt, co-chair of the Senate's joint task force on heroin and opioid addiction, led the discussion on the growing threat of heroin and opioid abuse in the community Thursday. The public forum, held at Niagara University, drew more than 100 residents from throughout the area.
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Fri, May 8th 2015 05:15 pm
The Buffalo Zoo has announced the lineup for its third annual BuffaLoveFest, an event featuring all things Buffalo. BuffaLoveFest will take place from 5:30-9 p.m. Friday, May 29, at the Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave.
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Thu, May 7th 2015 12:40 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins has announced the winners of the annual Congressional Art Competition. The top piece from each congressional district is displayed in the Cannon Tunnel to the Capitol Building.
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Wed, May 6th 2015 05:55 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center today announced promising results from the first year of its innovative Get Well Stay Well. The program, which serves adults age 55 and older, will celebrate its one-year anniversary May 19.
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Wed, May 6th 2015 05:55 pm
The great riding conditions experienced in the spring and summer months result in increased motorcyclists on the road, requiring additional caution among all motorists.
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Wed, May 6th 2015 05:55 pm
Niagara University's training programs for emergency medical technicians will be recognized with the Excellence in Education Award from the EmStar Emergency Department of Mount St. Mary's Hospital and Health Center.
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Tue, May 5th 2015 02:25 pm
The International RiverFoundation awarded Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper with the inaugural North American Riverprize, a prestigious global recognition for organizations demonstrating excellence and diversity in river restoration.
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Tue, May 5th 2015 01:45 pm
For-Robin, a University at Buffalo spinoff company, has received a $2 million grant from the National Cancer Institute to study and develop a promising potential treatment for breast and other types of cancer, UB and U.S. Congressman Brian Higgins have announced.
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