Thu, Oct 15th 2015 02:50 pm
As fan fervor for Disney's "Descendants" grows around the world, a sequel script has been commissioned from the movie's screenwriters, Sara Parriott and Josann McGibbon, who will also serve as executive producers on the project, "Descendants 2" (working title).
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Thu, Oct 15th 2015 02:05 pm
The Schoellkopf Health Center today celebrated the completion of more than $1.5 million in upgrades to the 120-bed facility.
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Wed, Oct 14th 2015 11:00 pm
On the evening of Oct. 7, more than 150 North Tonawanda teachers gathered outside a school board meeting, signs in hand, expressing their unified message: After waiting more than four years, they want a contract that can give them more than what they've been dealt.
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Wed, Oct 14th 2015 05:25 pm
The Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo presents "Alvin and The Chipmunks: Live On Stage" at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 2. Tickets are $36.50, $31.50 and $26.50. A VIP meet-and-greet is available for an additional $25.
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Wed, Oct 14th 2015 05:25 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will conduct flu shot clinics for adults 18 and older from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24.
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Wed, Oct 14th 2015 02:55 pm
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz was joined today by Congressman Brian Higgins, Assemblyman Robin Schimminger, state Sen. Marc Panepinto, Town of Tonawanda councilmembers Joseph Emminger and Dan Crangle, members of the Erie County Industrial Development Agency and the Town of Tonawanda Office of Community Development, and area developers and business leaders to celebrate the grand opening of the North Youngmann Commerce Center.
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Wed, Oct 14th 2015 02:45 pm
There may be a chill in the air, but Seneca Resorts & Casinos is planning some hot nights of entertainment in Niagara Falls and Salamanca as patrons head toward the end of 2015.
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Wed, Oct 14th 2015 02:45 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins joined Buffalo Passport Agency Director James Theis to announce a special "Passport Day" celebration in honor of the Buffalo Passport Agency's five-year anniversary.
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Wed, Oct 14th 2015 02:45 pm
Chris Musial, vice president and general manager of WBBZ-TV, is reminding readers "Polka Buzz presented by Key Liquors" is on the air every Sunday at 7 p.m.
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Wed, Oct 14th 2015 02:45 pm
MEDTECH 2015, the largest gathering of executives and senior leaders from New York's bioscience and medical technology industries, is taking place today and tomorrow at HARBORCENTER.
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Wed, Oct 14th 2015 02:45 pm
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz and Executive Director of the Erie County Office for the Disabled Frank Cammarata have announced Erie County's recognition of October as Disability Awareness Month, reminding residents about numerous activities and events scheduled this month to help raise awareness about the disabled and the issues and challenges they face while also celebrating the many contributions people with disabilities make to this community.
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Wed, Oct 14th 2015 02:45 pm
Niagara University will host a panel discussion Oct. 15 intended to consider the legacies of environmental injustice in Niagara Falls and to determine strategies for empowering the community.
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Wed, Oct 14th 2015 02:45 pm
The First Niagara Foundation has announced grant funding for Community Missions of Niagara Frontier Inc. to provide food for local families in need through the community soup kitchen.
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Wed, Oct 14th 2015 02:45 pm
Every year, volunteers from the Historical Association of Lewiston wash, wax and buff Lewiston's bronze monuments to keep them looking new.
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Tue, Oct 13th 2015 05:25 pm
Jerge returned with a new idea - a plan, he said, that would benefit the Fairchild Place and Onondaga Street neighborhoods.
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Mon, Oct 12th 2015 04:05 pm
Despite some uncooperative weather, the second annual Youngstown Arts and Music Festival was deemed a success Oct. 3. Presented in part by the Youngstown Business and Professional Association, the daylong event featured artisan tables, author signings, children's activities and entertainment.
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Mon, Oct 12th 2015 02:55 pm
A major motion picture will be filmed this month in Lewiston.
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Mon, Oct 12th 2015 11:30 am
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Mon, Oct 12th 2015 11:30 am
The epic storytelling of Disney's "The Lion King" continues with "The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar," a primetime television movie event premiering Sunday, Nov. 22 (7 p.m., ET/PT), on Disney Channel.
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Mon, Oct 12th 2015 11:30 am
In celebration of the upcoming spooky holiday and Buffalo Game Space's ongoing efforts to help game creators in Western New York, BGS is hosting its first Halloween "Spooktacular" on Saturday, Oct. 24.
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Mon, Oct 12th 2015 11:30 am
Nationally acclaimed author Mort Kondracke, writer of "Jack Kemp: The Bleeding-Heart Conservative Who Changed America," will be signing the recently published book at the Sabres Store at 2 p.m. today. Jimmy Kemp, Jack's son - and president of the Jack Kemp Foundation - will join Kondracke.
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Mon, Oct 12th 2015 11:30 am
The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team recalled defenseman Jake McCabe from the Rochester Americans of the American Hockey League.
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Mon, Oct 12th 2015 07:00 am
"You could win this whole thing," Adam Levine told singer Amy Vachal following her blind audition on "The Voice." The singer, now living in Brooklyn, was one of two standout performers earning rave reviews from all four coaches last week.
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Mon, Oct 12th 2015 07:00 am
The Auxiliary of Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will hold a sale of gently worn men's and women's coats, jackets, suits and sweaters, and gently used ladies' purses.
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Sat, Oct 10th 2015 11:45 am
Assemblyman John Ceretto held an event Thursday on Grand Island. He was joined by Assemblyman Michael Kearns and Grand Island Town Supervisor Mary Cooke to highlight what he called the flawed foreclosure process and its impact on communities.
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Sat, Oct 10th 2015 11:20 am
The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team recalled goaltender Nathan Lieuwen from the Rochester Americans of the American Hockey League (AHL).
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Sat, Oct 10th 2015 07:00 am
Fresh Start Café & Market is set to offer a unique, all-natural alternative to traditional football foods.
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Sat, Oct 10th 2015 07:00 am
The Jack Beatty Memorial Cruise and Clambake, held July 10 to benefit Niagara Hospice, continued its tradition of entertainment, food and leisurely sailing and power boating in the lower Niagara River. Now in its 16th year, the event raised a record amount of $41,989.34, which was presented to Niagara Hospice on Wednesday.
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Sat, Oct 10th 2015 07:00 am
High school sports have always been an outlet for young adults to develop a love and appreciation for the games. Since Title V originated, girls sports have received equal funding and opportunities. However, some high school sports do not generate enough interest to field a female team. This leaves student athletes - like Madeline Catalano - to try out for a boys team.
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Sat, Oct 10th 2015 07:00 am
On Saturday, Oct. 3, Grand Island Fire Co. firefighters, medics, emergency medical technicians, and cadets reported to fire headquarters for their 2015 state of readiness inspection by Fire Chief Matt Osinski.
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Sat, Oct 10th 2015 07:00 am
State officials held an informal public participation meeting Tuesday regarding a plan to build a trail along West River Parkway to connect Buckhorn Island State Park with Beaver Island State Park and beyond.
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Sat, Oct 10th 2015 07:00 am
The Town of Niagara Lions and Lioness Clubs will host a spaghetti dinner and basket raffle event Sunday, Oct. 18, at the St. Vincent De Paul Parish Center (St. Leo's), 2748 Military Road.
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Sat, Oct 10th 2015 07:00 am
Niagara Catholic has named a new director of advancement/alumni relations.
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Sat, Oct 10th 2015 07:00 am
Complete Senior Care of Niagara Falls has announced Colleen Robbins received its Shining STAR Award.
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Sat, Oct 10th 2015 07:00 am
The Niagara County Workforce Development Board, Niagara's WorkSourceOne, and its partner agencies will hold the annual Niagara County Fall Career Fair Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Four Points by Sheraton, 7001 Buffalo Ave.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2015 11:05 pm
At a quarter to 8 p.m. Friday, about 100 people - mostly women, and many breast cancer survivors - joined together to form a "Living Ribbon" across the Rainbow Bridge in Niagara Falls. Participating in Hard Rock Café Niagara Falls USA's PINKTOBER celebration, these pink pashmina-clad people linked arms in the fight against breast cancer, and to show support for those fighting the loathsome disease.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2015 05:10 pm
Niagara University's College of Education recognized the contributions of educational leaders from the Western New York and Southern Ontario communities during its annual professional recognition ceremony on Thursday.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2015 04:40 pm
The North Tonawanda and Tonawanda Youth, Recreation and Parks Departments and the cities' Gateway Committee are sponsoring the annual Haunted Harbor event, set to take place from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Gateway Harbor Park in North Tonawanda.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2015 04:35 pm
Marie Edonyemya walked down a boat dock and filled a large bucket with water from the Niagara River, with the help of her husband, Byaombe Shabani. In front of a large group at the start of the Oct. 4 CROP walk at Beaver Island State Park, Edonyemya wrapped her head with colorful material, then Byaombe lifted the bucket and placed it on his wife's head.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2015 04:25 pm
A golf instructor and community volunteer has been permanently remembered at the links where he taught the game.
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