Fri, May 18th 2012 06:00 pm
State Sen. George Maziarz has announced that Carol Houwaart-Diez of Ransomville was recognized as a 2012 New York State "Woman of Distinction."
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Fri, May 18th 2012 06:00 pm
Dr. Sharon Watkinson, chair of Niagara University's department of theatre and fine arts, awarded several scholarships this spring to outstanding students in memory of deceased friends of the theater program and in honor of a College of Nursing alumnus with ties to the program.
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Fri, May 18th 2012 12:50 pm
The Grand Island Rugby Club has returned from the brink of death to not just survive, but thrive.
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Fri, May 18th 2012 08:40 am
When Marty Horanburg was named the 2012 Senior of the Year, Niagara County Office for the Aging Director Ken Genewick wanted a little help conferring the title on the longtime Newfane volunteer.
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Fri, May 18th 2012 08:25 am
Dunkin' Donuts is inviting Western New York residents to take advantage of the return of "Iced Coffee Day" and, in turn, benefit the region's leading children's hospital.
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Fri, May 18th 2012 08:25 am
With steamy, summer-like weather in the Western New York forecast, this coming weekend will be perfect for cooling off in more than 1 million gallons of water at Darien Lake.
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Fri, May 18th 2012 07:00 am
The next Wheatfield Business Association social is scheduled for Monday, May 21, at the Wheatfield Lions clubhouse, 6525 Ward Road.
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Fri, May 18th 2012 07:00 am
The Western New York Land Conservancy is hosting a Wildflower Hike from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 19, at the Frank L. and Julia Dersham Young Niagara Escarpment Preserve on Leete Road in Lockport.
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Fri, May 18th 2012 07:00 am
This Saturday at Arlington National Cemetery, buglers and trumpeters from across the nation will gather en masse to play "Taps," celebrating the 150th anniversary of the nation's song of remembrance.
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Thu, May 17th 2012 08:00 pm
Old Falls Street, USA, the historic three-block destination in downtown Niagara Falls, has released its schedule of events for summer.
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Thu, May 17th 2012 05:15 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto sent a letter Thursday to Gov. Andrew Cuomo requesting his assistance in helping to make Nik Wallenda's tightrope walk across the Niagara Falls gorge a free event for all New York residents.
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Thu, May 17th 2012 01:55 pm
ABC announced Thursday the eight young amateur singers who will partner with superstars Kelly Clarkson, John Legend, Jennifer Nettles and Robin Thicke in the network's newest music series, "Duets," premiering Thursday, May 24 (8 to 10 p.m.).
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Thu, May 17th 2012 01:45 pm
Let's Go Back on Grand Island
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Thu, May 17th 2012 01:40 pm
The following incidents occurred from April 30 to May 6, as reported by the Grand Island Fire Co. A total of 35 calls were answered by the department during this period. The GIFC has responded to 467 calls so far this year.
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Thu, May 17th 2012 01:40 pm
The Erie County Sheriff's Office reports its officers responded to 190 calls from April 28 to May 4. Below is a sampling of incidents the ECSO reported to the Island Dispatch.
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Thu, May 17th 2012 01:35 pm
The following is a sampling of calls received by the Town of Niagara Police between April 22 and May 2.
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Thu, May 17th 2012 01:25 pm
The Wheatfield American Legion Riders of Post 1451 will be riding this Saturday, May 19, Armed Forces Day, to benefit Niagara Hospice's "We Honor Veterans" initiative.
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Thu, May 17th 2012 01:20 pm
The Niagara-Wheatfield School District's $61.78 million budget for 2012-13 failed Tuesday by a 2,004 (no) to 1,713 (yes) vote in what was described as the largest voter turnout in recent memory.
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Thu, May 17th 2012 01:20 pm
The Town of Niagara's plans for a final phase of construction at Veterans Memorial Park were put on indefinite hold Tuesday as the Town Board rejected a second round of bids on the project.
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Thu, May 17th 2012 12:40 pm
The CW Network presented its 2012-13 broadcast schedule Thursday to advertisers, affiliates and national media at the New York City Center in New York City. Hip-hop star Flo Rida opened the show with a medley of his top hits, featuring the world premiere of his newest song, "Let it Roll (Good Times)."
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Thu, May 17th 2012 11:25 am
The Hard Rock Café, Niagara Falls USA, has announced its summer "Hard Rock Rocks" outdoor music series lineup. The Saturday shows begin at 6 p.m. on Old Falls Street in downtown Niagara Falls.
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Thu, May 17th 2012 09:35 am
"Rock Radio" The Edge 103.3-FM, Funtime Presents and Magic City present Jane's Addiction with special guest Mute Math on Monday, Aug. 20, inside the Mainstage Theater at Artpark.
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Thu, May 17th 2012 09:25 am
State Sen. Maziarz and Assemblyman John Ceretto state that representatives from their office attended a meeting Wednesday morning with local agencies regarding events on the day of Nik Wallenda's walk across the falls.
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Thu, May 17th 2012 09:20 am
One Niagara County lawmaker has upped the ante in efforts to have Olcott Beach named America's "Ultimate Fishing Town," launching a video that highlights the caliber of fishing off the popular summer destination.
The video, which invokes images from the movie "Jaws," clocks in at just under two and a half minutes, and features video shot by Legislator John Syracuse and an entourage as they reeled in one hefty salmon after another from the cold, deep waters off Olcott earlier this month.
The video comes in response to the World Fishing Network's online contest to name America's Ultimate Fishing Town, which has drawn a devoted effort locally and on Facebook.
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Thu, May 17th 2012 07:00 am
Joe DeLamielleure, the legendary "Joe D" of the Buffalo Bills, is scheduled to be in Lockport on Thursday, May 24, courtesy of the Niagara County Deputy Sheriffs Association. DeLamielleure will sign autographs at the NCDSA Union Office in the Bewley Building from 6 to 8 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Niagara Hospice.
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Wed, May 16th 2012 02:00 pm
Lewiston has taken the first step in winning a spot in the Rand McNally-USA Today 2012 Best Small Towns in America list. Thanks to the efforts of grassroots volunteers, Lewiston netted 806 votes to win the online portion of the "Best for Food" category.
"We won the online voting contest decisively," said volunteer Lee Simonson. The second highest vote getter was Burnsville, Minn., with 580 votes.
While the victory is sweet, Simonson said it is only part of the formula that will determine the ultimate "Best for Food" winner. Rand McNally and USA Today also will consider the quality of reviews and the opinion of traveling judges.
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Wed, May 16th 2012 12:55 pm
The results are not yet finalized but, in tabulations from Tuesday night, it appears that Village of Youngstown residents have opted to retain Democrat Mayor Raleigh Reynolds.
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Wed, May 16th 2012 11:50 am
America's most-watched network adds four new series; 19 current series return; "CSI: NY" to open Fridays at 8; "The Mentalist" takes over Sundays at 10.
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Wed, May 16th 2012 11:35 am
Lewiston-Porter School District voters approved a $40,472,775 budget on a 739 to 397 vote on Tuesday. The budget is less than 1 percent over last year's and calls for a tax levy of 3.51 percent.
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Wed, May 16th 2012 08:40 am
Laricks earns $6 million in orders for capsule collections in Macy's, H&M and Saks Fifth Avenue stores.
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Wed, May 16th 2012 08:35 am
The Lewiston Choraleers will kick off its sixth annual spring concert series on Saturday, June 2, at 1 p.m. at Porter on the Lake.
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Wed, May 16th 2012 07:00 am
Old Fort Niagara will honor soldiers through three centuries on Memorial Day weekend as the historic site hosts "Soldiers through the Ages."
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Wed, May 16th 2012 07:00 am
With Mother's Day now on the back burner, Niagara University's Office of Continuing Education is offering a great gift idea for all the fathers out there.
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Wed, May 16th 2012 07:00 am
Representatives from the New York State Association of Realtors and Buffalo Niagara Association of Realtors were present to award two scholarships at a recent reception ceremony at BNAR headquarters.
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Wed, May 16th 2012 07:00 am
Journey back in time to "ye days of olde" with ladies and lords on Saturday, June 2, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The 12th annual Renaissance Festival, presented by the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum and the Society for Creative Anachronism, will awaken your interest in medieval games, arts and crafts, and entertainment.
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Tue, May 15th 2012 05:20 pm
State Sen. Mark Grisanti, R-I-Buffalo, applauded the confirmation of Western New York businessman and philanthropist Howard A. Zemsky to the position of chairman of the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority by the State Senate Tuesday.
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Tue, May 15th 2012 05:20 pm
City of North Tonawanda Mayor Robert G. Ortt has announced that the longest running cruise night in Western New York will be coming to the city's Gratwick Riverside Park beginning on Wednesday, May 16.
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Tue, May 15th 2012 03:15 pm
At a press conference Tuesday morning, State Sen. George Maziarz, R-C-Newfane, joined fellow state senators, union members, power generators and business groups in order to draw attention to what they deem negative impacts of a proposed underwater transmission line from Canada.
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Tue, May 15th 2012 03:15 pm
The Lewiston Council on the Arts released its schedule of 2012 events on Tuesday.
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Tue, May 15th 2012 03:10 pm
Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel announces the cancellation of ESPN "Friday Night Fights," originally scheduled for Friday, June 29, at 8 p.m. at Seneca Niagara Events Center. At this time, there is no word on any possible future rescheduling.
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