Tue, Jul 14th 2015 05:40 pm
The Erie County Department of Environment and Planning and partners are collaborating to promote water conservation and composting by making compost units and rain barrels available to local residents, helping to reduce stormwater runoff and promote home composting for more nutrient-rich soils.
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Mon, Jul 13th 2015 05:30 pm
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz and Commissioner of Parks, Recreation & Forestry Troy P. Schinzel are reminding residents registration is now underway for two events scheduled for next month, both of which will be held at county-owned facilities.
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Mon, Jul 13th 2015 12:20 pm
TripsWithPets.com has launched a new and enhanced comprehensive directory, which allows pet parents to find pet-friendly attractions, restaurants and beaches, and other pet-friendly things to do in the U.S. and Canada.
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Fri, Jul 10th 2015 04:25 pm
Niagara County Public Information Officer Christian W. Peck issued the following statement Thursday detailing the outcome of a two-hour-long closing conference with state employee safety investigators reviewing a complaint by the head of the local AFSCME union, William Rutland, alleging county and welfare workers had been exposed to asbestos:
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Fri, Jul 10th 2015 03:35 pm
Discounted ride tickets for Canal Fest, which runs July 19 to 26, are now available online at www.canalfest.org.
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Thu, Jul 9th 2015 04:20 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins and City of Lackawanna Mayor Geoff Szymanski announced a federal grant totaling $536,324 for the Lackawanna Fire Department. The funding is provided through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program.
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Thu, Jul 2nd 2015 04:00 pm
Niagara Catholic Junior/Senior High School has announced plans for its 2015 Alumni Weekend, set to take place July 17-20.
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Wed, Jul 1st 2015 03:40 pm
The New York State Environmental Facilities Corp. and the New York State Department of Health announced $50 million in water infrastructure grants is now available for local governments for critical water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades.
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Wed, Jul 1st 2015 03:40 pm
The Buffalo Sabres have announced the eighth annual Buffalo Sabres Foundation Golf Tournament, presented by J.W. Danforth, will take place Wednesday, Sept. 16, at Wanakah Country Club in Hamburg. Registration for the tournament will begin at 9:30 a.m. with an 11:30 a.m. shotgun start.
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Mon, Jun 29th 2015 03:45 pm
Once again, the Carrousel Museum is offering free admission for several Wednesdays in July- August through the generosity of local businesses. Wednesday, July 1 (10 a.m. until 4 p.m.) will be the first free day this season. The promotion will continue several Wednesdays through Aug. 29.
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Mon, Jun 29th 2015 03:45 pm
As of Jan. 1 in the City of Niagara Falls, yard waste (leaves, grass clippings and weeds) is now only collected from clear bags or paper craft landscape bags that are placed next to a trash cart on pick-up day (from April-October).
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Mon, Jun 29th 2015 11:20 am
The Historic Riviera Theatre and Performing Arts Center announces movies will return to the theater with the launch of the M&T Bank Summer Film Series, featuring Tom Hanks movies, at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays from July 9 through Sept. 3 at the theater, 67 Webster St., North Tonawanda.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2015 02:25 pm
Ruby Dillon, left, a licensed practical nurse at the Schoellkopf Health Center, welcomes resident Rose Maselli to her upgraded private room with its new lighting, flooring, wall coverings and furniture.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2015 10:05 am
Muriel Forte and Brenda Dix Ferrell were among Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center employees who were recently honored for their hard work and dedication during the medical center's annual service awards event.
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Wed, Jun 24th 2015 10:25 pm
On Wednesday, July 15, the Historic Palace Theatre will host a "Bootleggers Ball" in the heart of downtown Lockport. This "Roaring Twenties"-themed event will take place outside, in front of the Palace Theatre (2 East Ave.).
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2015 05:15 pm
Parks and gardens along the historic Niagara Portage will be the featured destinations Saturday, July 18, as four city institutions present a series of outdoor activities for people of all ages.
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2015 11:40 am
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino is planning to raise the bar in a big way this summer. The resort destination announced Monday it will host a series of three outdoor attractions performed by the Espanas, a world-renowned fifth-generation circus family.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2015 06:20 pm
The Erie County Department of Social Services is encouraging eligible residents to apply for the summer food service program.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2015 06:15 pm
New York State Senate Joint Task Force on Heroin and Opioid Addiction Co-Chair Sen. Rob Ortt and his Senate colleagues passed a bill Wednesday that would help put more drug dealers behind bars for selling dangerous synthetic drugs.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2015 04:25 pm
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz has declared June as "Elder Abuse Awareness Month" in Erie County. He joined with various community partners to draw attention to a serious social issue that includes an increase in the number of cases involving financial abuse of local senior citizens.
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Mon, Jun 15th 2015 11:55 am
A "one-size-fits-all" approach to alcohol treatment is not the best strategy, according to University at Buffalo addiction experts, who have received a $3 million grant to explore whether treatments tailored to a person's behavior before seeking help will result in better treatment outcomes.
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Sat, Jun 13th 2015 08:15 am
The Aquarium of Niagara celebrated 50 years of achievements Friday and presented concrete plans to broaden the public's awareness of aquatic ecosystems through innovative and stimulating exhibits, displays and educational and recreational programs that promote conservation and support research.
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Sat, Jun 13th 2015 06:00 am
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced the New York State Board for Historic Preservation has recommended the addition of 26 properties, resources and districts to the State and National Registers of Historic Places.
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Sat, Jun 13th 2015 06:00 am
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-C-I-Lewiston, renewed his call for the legalization of mixed martial arts in New York at a press conference Friday at the Conference & Event Center Niagara Falls.
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Sat, Jun 13th 2015 06:00 am
Tonawandas Gateway Harbor Inc.'s 2015 concerts and events opened in style last Sunday with the "Taste of the Tonawandas." Visitors enjoyed everything from appetizers to desserts, with an assortment of vendor's booths, children's entertainment and two live bands.
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Wed, Jun 10th 2015 04:15 pm
The WNY Ovarian Cancer Project will be the beneficiary of a "Charmed by Charity" soiree at ALEX AND ANI. The public is invited to the store to sip refreshments, snack on small bites and shop with others who share a passion for giving back to the community.
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Tue, Jun 9th 2015 04:45 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, alongside New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, recently announced he will host a free consumer scam prevention seminar at 11 a.m. Friday, June 12, at the LaSalle Library, 8728 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls.
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Tue, Jun 9th 2015 04:40 pm
The Erie County Department of Parks, Recreation & Forestry has announced hours of operation and expectations for visitors to Bennett Beach, the only swimming beach operated by Erie County and a popular spot for summertime fun.
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Mon, Jun 8th 2015 05:05 pm
Explore & More Children's Museum returned for an eighth season at Canalside last week. Free family outdoor fun continues from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. every Friday through Sept. 4.
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Mon, Jun 8th 2015 11:30 am
Historic Lockport Millrace Corp. has begun working on plans to renovate Lockport's long-vacant Electric Building located at the base of the Erie Canal locks. To support the renovation plans, the company will host a murder mystery fundraiser, "Key to the City," created by Albert Franco, at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 27, at the Old City Hall, 2 Pine St.
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Thu, Jun 4th 2015 04:50 pm
Niagara Tourism & Convention Corp. Director of Marketing and Communications Julie Gilbert has been elected to serve on the international travel and tourism board of Travel & Tourism Research Association.
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Thu, Jun 4th 2015 04:50 pm
Through the years, children throughout the world have enjoyed the popular book and television character Clifford the Big Red Dog. Next weekend, the children of Niagara Falls have an opportunity to meet Clifford in person as he makes appearances at events in the city.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2015 01:05 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced a federal fire grant totaling $18,572 for the Ellicott Creek Volunteer Fire Co. The award is provided through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant program.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2015 01:05 pm
Registration is underway for Artpark's annual summer day camps for children and teens throughout July and August. Visit www.artpark.net for more information on camps, to register online, or to print a registration form.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2015 12:25 pm
The Niagara Arts and Cultural Center was announced as 2015 Cultural Organization of the Year at the Arts Services Initiative of WNY Spark Cultural Awards presented by M&T Bank. Blues singer/songwriter/guitarist David Michael Miller was selected as Artist of the Year.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2015 10:35 am
Grandpaws Pet Emporium will host two adoption events this weekend at the corner of Center and North Fourth streets in Lewiston.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2015 10:20 am
With Older Americans Month coming to a close, the Erie County Senior Services Department has announced an opportunity for caregivers and families who are taking care of older adults to learn more about social adult day programs, which have helped older adults remain living and active in the community longer while alleviating stressors for caregivers.
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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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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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Fri, May 22nd 2015 11:05 am
The 27th annual Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day will be held at The Conference & Event Center Niagara Falls from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, May 28.
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