Fri, Dec 7th 2012 07:00 am
Robert A. Stone, an airport manager with the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority, has been elected president of the Riverdale Cemetery Association Board of Directors for 2012-13.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 06:55 am
Holiday gifts are just a click away in the American Red Cross' 2012 Holiday Giving Catalog.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 06:55 am
On Sunday, Dec. 9, the Village of Wilson will open up its streets and its heart to celebrate a community Christmas event titled, "A Very Country Christmas."
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 06:55 am
Paul and Jan DePlato of Bergholz once again are offering a chance to see one of the area's largest Christmas displays, with an added bonus: a visit with Santa.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 06:55 am
Dr. Stuart Weinstein is again offering the community an opportunity to brighten their holiday smiles and, at the same time, the financial outlook of families with members serving in the military.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:45 pm
Old Falls Street, USA, will host its first ever "Blues Christmas" event on Friday, Dec. 14, inside The Conference & Event Center Niagara Falls, 101 Old Falls St., Niagara Falls. The event runs from 6:30 to 11 p.m.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:25 pm
The following is a sampling of calls received by the Town of Niagara Police Department between Nov. 19 and Dec. 2.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:25 pm
The New York Power Authority has kicked-off the holiday season with its annual Festival of Trees, running through Jan. 5. On Dec. 8, NYPA will hold its annual Deck the Halls holiday event featuring photos with Santa. Both events take place at the Niagara Power Vista, 5777 Lewiston Road.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:25 pm
Following an executive session on Nov. 28, Niagara-Wheatfield School Board President Steven Sabo made a motion under advisement from the Audit Committee, seconded by Rich Halleen, to freeze all non-contractual spending as of that evening's meeting.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:20 pm
The Cancer Wellness Center, 84 Sweeney St., North Tonawanda, is offering the Cancer Coach Program for those who are going through a cancer diagnosis.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:20 pm
The third annual Native American Benefit Concert will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, at the Lewiston Opera Hall, 732 Center St., Lewiston.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:15 pm
Donations will be accepted through Dec. 17 for the Tree of Warmth at Dental Care Associates, 2145 Lancelot Dr., Wheatfield.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:15 pm
Jim Hagerman has been appointed deputy highway superintendent for the Town of Niagara Highway Department, replacing John Sullivan, who retired in late October.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:15 pm
Smokin Joes plans to give away $28,000 for the holiday season to its "Loyalty Customers" through its "WinBins."
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:10 pm
Consumers who shop for holiday gifts at the Boulevard Mall in Amherst can support the Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:10 pm
The McGuire Group's Northgate Health Care Facility in Wheatfield has announced that Robert John Wolcott Jr., pictured, celebrated his 25-year employment anniversary with the company.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:00 pm
Kim's International Café is serving up "from scratch" cuisine from American classics to Italian and traditional Asian dishes.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 02:50 pm
The world-famous entertainer known as "Mr. Las Vegas" will become "Mr. Niagara Falls" this Friday, as Wayne Newton joins Seneca Niagara Casino and the City of Niagara Falls in celebrating the holidays.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 01:45 pm
With the holiday season officially upon us, it's important to make time to celebrate with family and friends - and holiday lighting is a key part of those festivities. By following a few simple tips, customers can benefit from a more environmentally friendly, safe and cost-effective way to light up the holiday season.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 01:45 pm
A vocally talented country/Christian group and one of the defining rock bands of the early 1970s will kick off entertainment at Seneca Casinos on a high note to start the new year. Diamond Rio and Creedence Clearwater Revisited will play at Seneca Allegany Events Center on Jan. 12 and Jan. 27, respectively.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 01:40 pm
Beaver Island State Park is currently issuing permits that will allow snowmobilers to use the more than 12 miles of designated and signed snowmobile trails on state park property located on Grand Island. The trails will be open between the hours of 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. beginning on Dec. 15. Snowmobiling is not allowed within Beaver Island State Park.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 01:40 pm
One Facebook "like" equals a $1 donation this month as the Taste of Buffalo presented by TOPS partners with Headway of Western New York Inc. to help make a difference in the lives of those who need it most this holiday season. For every new "like" the Headway of WNY fan page (http://www.facebook.com/headwayofwny) receives now through Dec. 31, the Taste will make a $1 donation, up to $1,500, to Headway.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 07:00 am
Grand opening to feature free health screenings, organic/health food samples and advanced clinical pharmacy services.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 07:00 am
PHOTO GALLERY: A long-standing tradition in Niagara Falls continues this holiday season. The Greater Niagara Ballet Company presents its 35th annual production of "The Nutcracker."
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Wed, Dec 5th 2012 12:00 pm
Statement by Benjamin Geyerhahn, New York director of Small Business Majority, regarding Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand's call to pass bipartisan legislation that could help small businesses secure much-needed credit.
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Wed, Dec 5th 2012 11:15 am
Cornerstone Community Federal Credit Union, the largest locally owned credit union in Western New York, is announcing plans for a new branch located at 721 Center St., in the Village of Lewiston (inside the former HSBC). This latest branch will open in January 2013.
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Wed, Dec 5th 2012 07:00 am
Amarpreet Grewal Bath, M.D., has been appointed medical director of the new Niagara County Health Home at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
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Wed, Dec 5th 2012 07:00 am
It's that time of the year again. Are you looking for something fun for children to do during their holiday vacation? If so, YMCA Camp Kenan has the answer with its "Winter Camper Retreat" on Dec. 22 and 23. This overnight will be filled with activities such as camp crafts, winter nature activities, holiday cookie decorating, snow relays, rock climbing, campfires and songs.
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Wed, Dec 5th 2012 07:00 am
Known as innovators of the game of basketball for decades, the world famous Harlem Globetrotters are again introducing something unparalleled in the history of sports and family entertainment, taking kid participation and fun to a whole new level.
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Wed, Dec 5th 2012 07:00 am
Buffalo Bills star running back Fred Jackson was back on WBBZ-TV with co-host Bob Koshinski on "The Fred Jackson Show" Monday night to recap the Bills 34-18 victory Sunday over the Jacksonville Jaguars at Ralph Wilson Stadium.
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Tue, Dec 4th 2012 10:30 pm
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced an agreement Tuesday that will prevent the Maid of the Mist scenic boat excursions from shutting down. The multilateral agreement spearheaded by the governor provides for the Maid of the Mist to continue to operate in the Niagara Gorge and for it to produce increased revenues for Niagara Falls State Park.
The agreement will also lead to improvements of the boat tour experience for park visitors and will protect New York state from potential disruptions to a critical tourism attraction for decades to come.
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Tue, Dec 4th 2012 10:30 pm
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo continued a statewide Regional Economic Development Council Progress tour Tuesday in Buffalo and Niagara Falls where he was briefed on Western New York projects to understand their progress and their economic impact in the region.
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Tue, Dec 4th 2012 10:30 pm
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo was presented Tuesday with the Buffalo Billion investment development plan by the Western New York Regional Economic Development Council.
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Tue, Dec 4th 2012 10:25 pm
Roswell Park Cancer Institute has been named to The Leapfrog Group's annual Top Hospitals list for a third consecutive year. One of only three National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers in New York state, RPCI is the only New York facility to be named a Leapfrog Top Hospital for 2012.
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Tue, Dec 4th 2012 08:35 am
Two of the Niagara County Legislature's top officials announced Monday that they would oppose the nomination of Democrat Elections Commissioner Nancy L. Smith at Tuesday's meeting of the Niagara County Legislature following Smith's appearance before a Legislature committee last week.
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Tue, Dec 4th 2012 07:00 am
Candles twinkle in the windows of the 286-year-old French Castle. Outside the imposing stone structure, lanterns line Old Fort Niagara's walkways as soldiers in cocked hats and wool coats prepare their muskets to perform a grand feu de joie, a firing of joy, in honor of the holiday season.
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Tue, Dec 4th 2012 07:00 am
Candles twinkle in the windows of the 286-year-old French Castle. Outside the imposing stone structure, lanterns line Old Fort Niagara's walkways as soldiers in cocked hats and wool coats prepare their muskets to perform a grand feu de joie, a firing of joy, in honor of the holiday season.
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Tue, Dec 4th 2012 07:00 am
More than 200 of the world's greatest snowmobilers to race in AMSOIL Championship Snocross Series during three action-packed days - Feb. 22-24
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Tue, Dec 4th 2012 07:00 am
Each year, the Buffalo Niagara Sales & Marketing Executives group names a local business leader its Executive of the Year. Russell J. Salvatore, president and CEO of Russell's Steaks, Chops and More Restaurant and Salvatore's Grand Hotel, has been selected to receive the 2012 honor during the annual awards gala on Monday, March 4, 2013, at Salvatore's Italian Gardens.
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Mon, Dec 3rd 2012 01:05 pm
In a season unlike any other, NBC's "The Biggest Loser" takes on child obesity by featuring kid participants for the first time ever on the show, joining 15 fiercely determined adults eager to lose weight and change their lives forever in a must-see, two-night premiere event.
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