Fri, Apr 5th 2013 01:20 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has adopted a spruce grouse recovery plan to enhance and restore spruce grouse populations in New York State, DEC Commissioner Joe Martens announced Friday. The final spruce grouse recovery plan is now available on DEC's website at http://www.dec.ny.gov/animals/89794.html.
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 01:20 pm
The U.S. Small Business Administration has approved more than $2 billion in disaster loans to 32,500 residents and businesses in states affected by Hurricane Sandy - further expanding SBA's response to what is already the third largest natural disaster in U.S. history for the agency.
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 01:20 pm
The Niagara County Industrial Development Agency, in conjunction with The Niagara County Center for Economic Development, Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas, Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce, Niagara USA Chamber, Town of Niagara IDA and Town of Lockport IDA, are sponsoring a free series of business workshops to be held throughout Niagara County for all current or prospective businesses interested in learning more about various incentive programs offered by local and county economic development agencies
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 10:50 am
The Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas is hosting the 2013 TNT Expo this weekend, Saturday, April 6, and Sunday, April 7, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Student Alumni Center, 405 Meadow Drive, North Tonawanda.
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 10:45 am
Niagara University will host its annual Graduate School Open House on Saturday, April 13, in the Castellani Art Museum on campus.
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 10:45 am
The Niagara Hospice Alliance announced two additional volunteer training sessions for individuals interested in making a difference in the lives of Niagara County residents faced with end-of-life illness.
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 10:45 am
William L. Ross has been re-elected the chairman of the Niagara Power Coalition for the ninth consecutive term. Ross will also hold the dual positions of president/CEO of the NPC.
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 07:00 am
Some of today's biggest names in music, including Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, Prince, Bruno Mars and Miguel, are set to perform at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards, airing live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, May 19.
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 07:00 am
Employees with qualities that make "the perfect recipe for success" are hand-selected by the CEO of their company in Food Network's new series "Giving You The Business" to vie for the chance to win their own food franchise with an unexpected twist - they don't know a thing about it!
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 07:00 am
"Teen Choice" will turn up the heat for its 15th year, when the annual special celebrating the year's choicest teen icons in film, television, music, sports, comedy, fashion and the Web airs live from the Gibson Amphitheatre in Los Angeles on Sunday, Aug. 11 (8 p.m.), on FOX.
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 07:00 am
The 48th Academy of Country Music Awards is dedicated to honoring and showcasing the biggest names and emerging talent in the country music industry.
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 01:45 am
Burnell Taylor was eliminated Thursday on "American Idol" after he received the fewest votes among the finalists. From New Orleans, the 19-year-old Taylor sang "You Give Love A Bad Name" by Bon Jovi on Wednesday night's "Classic Rock, No Ballads"-themed performance show.
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 12:30 am
Empire State Development has announced that its Niagara Falls subsidiary, USA Niagara Development Corp., is issuing a request for qualifications from prospective development teams to undertake an adaptive reuse and redevelopment of approximately 200,000 square feet in the former Rainbow Centre Mall located in downtown Niagara Falls.
"This is a great opportunity for a developer to capitalize on what is a considerable amount of unmet demand in Niagara Falls and build on the recent nearby successes like the opening of the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute," said Empire State Development's Kenneth Adams.
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 12:30 am
Is there a better way to say thank you than free ice cream? Not if you're Ben & Jerry's! On Tuesday, April 9, from noon until 8 p.m. the Ben & Jerry's scoop shop at 1994 Military Road (Fashion Outlets of Niagara), Niagara Falls, will host the 34th annual "Free Cone Day."
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 12:25 am
Jayanta Chaudhuri, M.D., has been named medical director of Grand Island Family Practice.
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Fri, Apr 5th 2013 12:15 am
CBSSports.com, in conjunction with Masters.com, CBS Sports and the Masters Tournament, have announced that "Masters Live," live full-day video coverage from the Augusta National Golf Club, will return for the 2013 Masters Tournament.
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Wed, Apr 3rd 2013 05:10 pm
Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier announced Wednesday that the Sabres have acquired forward Johan Larsson, goaltender Matt Hackett, a first-round selection in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft and a second-round selection in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft from the Minnesota Wild in exchange for forward Jason Pominville, the Sabres captain, and a fourth-round selection in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.
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Wed, Apr 3rd 2013 02:45 pm
Michael Madsen ("Reservoir Dogs," "Kill Bill Volumes 1 & 2") and Larry Bishop, son of Joey Bishop (The Rat Pack) and actor in films such as "Underworld," "Kill Bill 2" and "Hell Ride," will both be present at the BNFF Events April 10-14.
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Wed, Apr 3rd 2013 02:45 pm
Jay Leno, longtime host of NBC's "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," announced Wednesday that he will wrap up what will be 22 years of headlining the iconic late-night show in spring 2014. NBC also announced that Jimmy Fallon, now host of "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon," will transition into new hosting duties on "The Tonight Show" franchise after Leno concludes his successful run.
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Wed, Apr 3rd 2013 02:25 pm
Niagara County Legislature Majority Leader Rick Updegrove, R-Lockport, has called into question a little-known mandate that requires Yahoo, as part of an incentive-laden package to expand its Lockport operation, to contribute millions of dollars to a Buffalo nonprofit agency.
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Wed, Apr 3rd 2013 11:25 am
NBC's top-rated summer series "America's Got Talent" is moving into Radio City Music Hall, one of the nation's most storied and historic venues, for its upcoming eighth season. The show will air live from Radio City Music Hall twice a week when live episodes begin on Tuesday, July 23.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 07:35 pm
Members of 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East have reached a tentative three-year collective bargaining agreement with Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 04:10 pm
A local Village of Lewiston resident has been named as the new co-host on The Shooting Channel.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 04:00 pm
Jason Zona has announced his intent to seek re-election for the Niagara County Legislature in the 5th District for 2014-15. Zona represents the Town of Niagara, as well as the Deveaux and Hyde Park areas of Niagara Falls.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:55 pm
A fan favorite at Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel - Bobby Vinton - is now booked to perform a Memorial Day weekend show. Known by many as "The Polish Prince," Vinton will come to the Seneca Niagara Events Center in Niagara Falls for an 8 p.m. show on Saturday, May 25. This is his third appearance in consecutive years at the 2,400-seat entertainment venue.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:50 pm
In next week's all-new episodes of "The Chew," the co-hosts welcome back film star Gwyneth Paltrow, who talks about her new book and helps Mario Batali whip up a tasty dish; "Barefoot Contessa" Ina Garten makes her "Chew" debut.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:50 pm
NBC Sports Network will cover the Pittsburgh Penguins' chase to break the NHL record for consecutive wins ('92-93 Pittsburgh Penguins - 17 games) by airing the team's next two games. NBC Sports Network will telecast Tuesday's matchup between the Penguins and Buffalo Sabres at 7:30 p.m., and Wednesday night's contest against the New York Rangers at 7:30 p.m.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:50 pm
Artpark is seeking active and enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various duties during the summer months (May-August). Artpark is celebrating its 40th anniversary this summer and will have many events and concerts in which volunteers can lend a hand.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:45 pm
Country music fans everywhere can now experience performances from their favorite artists with the launch of "ACM Sessions," a new online concert series from the Academy of Country Music and CBS Interactive. The new series, available on CBS.com, brings fans year-round access to country music's biggest stars with on-demand performances and interviews.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:45 pm
The Buffalo Sabres have announced that MSG will be airing new episodes of "Beyond Blue & Gold," a video series that takes fans behind the scenes of the Sabres organization, beginning this Friday, April 5, at 6 p.m.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:45 pm
Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier has announced that defenseman Adam Pardy has been recalled from the Rochester Americans of the American Hockey League.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:45 pm
Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier has announced the Sabres signed free agent forward Tim Schaller to a two-year, entry-level contract.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:45 pm
The Lewiston/Niagara-on-the-Lake Rotary Club is hosting an event that will allow residents to not only help themselves, but to also support their local community. The Rotary Club will hold its first "Shred-It" fundraiser on Saturday, April 27, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Mount St. Mary's Hospital and Health Center, at 5300 Military Road, Lewiston.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:45 pm
Niagara University's College of Business Administration will be taking care of a lot of important business at the Buffalo Marriott on April 25.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:40 pm
CBS has announced the 10 amateur bakers who will compete in the new reality series "The American Baking Competition," which premieres Wednesday, May 29 (8 p.m.), on the CBS Television Network.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:35 pm
In the fourth episode of NBC's reality competition show "Fashion Star," the contestants were tasked with creating a "must-have" garment for summer.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:25 pm
Sponsored by Upstate Pharmacy, WGRZ-TV Channel 2, Compu-Mail and Niagara Falls Coach Lines, the Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation's 14th annual golf raffle is taking place on Sunday, April 28, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Sanborn Firehall.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 08:45 am
Colombian rock star Juanes will make his first appearance on top morning talk show "LIVE with Kelly and Michael" on Wednesday, April 3. The superstar singer will sit down with hosts Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan to talk about his new, highly anticipated memoir, "Chasing the Sun/Persiguiendo el sol."
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 08:45 am
Researchers at Roswell Park Cancer Institute have found that a new formulation of a promising anticancer agent, the small chemical molecule FL118, is even more effective in controlling two types of cancer than a version reported in PLOS ONE six months earlier proved to be. Additional evidence also suggests that the agent may successfully treat other solid tumors as well.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 08:45 am
The Western New York Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure has announced it awarded five grants totaling $267,443 to programs providing breast cancer services in Western New York.
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