Fri, Apr 13th 2012 02:20 pm
The Kenan Center in Lockport will host an exhibit featuring Wheatfield resident Jody Ziehm, along with fellow watercolor painter Kathleen Giles.
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Fri, Apr 13th 2012 02:20 pm
Right now if you pull up to the Wheatfield Town Hall campus off Church Road, there's three buildings - Town Hall, the community center and the youth center - plus a lot of undeveloped property beyond them.
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Fri, Apr 13th 2012 07:00 am
Thursday on "American Idol," in a surprising and dramatic turn of events, judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler saved one of the singers from elimination.
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Fri, Apr 13th 2012 07:00 am
New Directions Youth and Family Services, a leading provider of services for at-risk children and families, invites the community to its annual Wines of Distinction fundraiser.
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Fri, Apr 13th 2012 07:00 am
Nationally known Christian Illusionist Brad Brown will bring his entertaining magic show and gospel messages to Immaculate Conception Church in Ransomville on Saturday, April 21.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 06:25 pm
The Village of Lewiston Recreation Department and the Lewiston Museum invite the public to an encore showing of historic photos of Lewiston's citizens. Last fall, this collection of more than 120 photos was shown in the Red Brick Municipal Building. The Recreation Department is thrilled to be able to do an encore presentation of " People of Lewiston" on Sunday, April 29, from noon to 4 p.m. in the Red Brick gym, located at North Fourth and Onondaga streets.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 05:40 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will join more than 20 community partners for "Your Health Counts," an outdoor celebration of World Health Day beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday at the 18th Street Resource Center, 1667 Linwood Ave., Niagara Falls.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 04:20 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center held a ceremonial ribbon-cutting today to celebrate the completion of a half-million dollars in building renovations and technology and women's services upgrades at the Summit Healthplex.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 04:15 pm
On Sunday, April 29, the Village of Lewiston Recreation will hold its annual Lewiston Kiwanis and Lewiston Service Guild One Mile Race for Youth starting at 12:30 p.m. at the Onondaga Street entrance of the Red Brick Municipal Building gym.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 04:15 pm
Environmental Facilities Corporation's board of directors today approved $16.7 million in interest-free and low-interest financing for improvements to the water drainage and collection systems in the Erie County Town of Tonawanda.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 04:15 pm
Dave Thurman (center) was the lucky winner of an acoustic guitar donated by Victor Garcia (left) of Vic's Woodshed Music, and Tony Petrocelli (right) of Lewiston Music. Tickets were sold during the six-week series of Toast and Jam, sponsored by Lewiston Council on the Arts and the Brickyard Pub & B.B.Q. in Lewiston.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 04:00 pm
Niagara University is ranked among the country's most environmentally responsible colleges, according to The Princeton Review.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 04:00 pm
Step back in time to a period of refinement, elegance and, of course, good social etiquette. The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum's 10th annual Victorian Tea is a wonderful way to enjoy food and friendship while learning more about this fascinating part of America's past.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 04:00 pm
The Mount St. Mary's Hospital Foundation will hold its second annual "Reverse Draw" Fundraiser on Wednesday, May 9, at The Como Restaurant, 2220 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls. The event is the continuation of an event that, for 34 years, was conducted by Temple Beth Israel. Last year, the leadership of the temple bestowed the fundraiser to Mount St. Mary's.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 11:20 am
So, the other day I was looking for a place to get a light dinner and a good beer down in Buffalo. I wanted to go somewhere I could sit down, but get my food fast, as I was starving. So, as I was driving down Elwood Avenue, I turned on to Allen Street and saw The Old Pink Bar.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 11:00 am
The new hit movie "The Hunger Games" is based on a series of novels by Suzanne Collins. The movie is set in a futuristic world in the nation of Panem. Panem consists of 13 districts and an evil Capital.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 10:55 am
On March 23, the film "The Hunger Games" opened in theaters worldwide. Based on a bestselling book series, by Suzanne Collins, "The Hunger Games" promised to be a big hit, and has certainly lived up to the expectation.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 10:50 am
Tucked just off Lewiston's main drag - Center Street - sits one of the village's most versatile dining venues. A mix of traditional Hellenic foods and regular pub fare, Syros Family Restaurant offers a fine selection of dishes at reasonable prices.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 10:50 am
The athletic teams at Niagara have all jumped into their season strong this spring with close defeats and hard fought wins.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 10:40 am
Comedian Nick Swardson is coming to Niagara University on April 28. Swardson is the third and final comedian to perform at NU as a part of the spring Comedy Series.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 10:40 am
The Buffalo Bisons started the home season with a bang this year with a 12-3 win over the Scranton Yankees on Wednesday.
There were many exciting events to get the audience riled up, such as the Timbit Toss and Buster base race. Both Buster and his wife, Bell, were there to rile to audience up.
There are many reasons to come to games this season. The Bisons have many events planned, including fridaynightbash! firework displays every Friday.
Some big events happening at the park include:
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 10:25 am
For a chocoholic, The Chocolate Bar may be the place for you to go. Even if you are not an addict the restaurant is an enjoyable place to meet and greet while also indulging in a fantastic bar & dinner menu.
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Thu, Apr 12th 2012 10:15 am
Sister Simone Campbell, executive director of NETWORK, will deliver an address titled "Getting Engaged: Faith and the Political Process in America"
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Wed, Apr 11th 2012 05:55 pm
Tuesday night on NBC's "The Voice" Elimination Show, the following artists were eliminated from the competition:
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Wed, Apr 11th 2012 02:45 pm
Christopher Connelly has left Kinetic Kitchen and Bath to start a brand-new company - and he's partnered with his former business and marketing guru, Anne Daggett. The two have formed Buffalo Cabinetry of Western New York. BCI, and the duo's Bath Creations, will operate out of Payne's Carpet Outlet.
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Wed, Apr 11th 2012 12:20 pm
Border Community SERVICE of Niagara University is holding a workshop aimed at helping individuals and their families prepare for disaster situations.
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Wed, Apr 11th 2012 12:15 pm
On Saturday and Sunday, April 21-22, Old Fort Niagara will host Patriots' Day Weekend, a special event commemorating the beginning of the American Revolution on April 19, 1775.
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Wed, Apr 11th 2012 12:15 pm
Old Falls Street USA, and the neighboring Legends Bar & Grill are teaming up to host their first ever Cinco de Mayo Block Party on Saturday, May 5. The event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. on the middle block of Old Falls Street, in Downtown Niagara Falls. The block party is the first special event held on Old Falls Street in 2012.
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Wed, Apr 11th 2012 12:15 pm
Tuesday night on NBC's "Fashion Star," the remaining designers were faced with the task of working in pairs and using live models in a blank window space to feature their cohesive collections.
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Wed, Apr 11th 2012 12:10 pm
State Sen. Mark Grisanti, R-60th District, today announced that Gov. Andrew Cuomo has signed into law Grisanti's legislation, which extends for two years the provision of the environmental conservation law that allows merchants in New York to implement a "minor repair program" for damaged pesticide containers and lawn fertilizers containing pesticides.
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Wed, Apr 11th 2012 12:10 pm
A 21-foot high, 6,600-pound replica of the Stanley Cup, a famous and revered trophy in sports, will take a commanding presence in New York City's Times Square for three days.
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Tue, Apr 10th 2012 01:55 pm
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Tue, Apr 10th 2012 01:55 pm
Video: Seneca Casinos will deliver an unprecedented level of excitement this summer to the Western New York, Southern Ontario, and Northern Pennsylvania and Ohio regions with "Summer Rush." Headline acts include Stevie Nicks, Joe Walsh, Michael Bolton and ESPN's "Friday Nights Lights."
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Tue, Apr 10th 2012 01:25 pm
Niagara University is pleased to announce the successful completion of "The Promise of Niagara...The next 150 years," an $80 capital campaign that began in May 2007.
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Tue, Apr 10th 2012 07:00 am
In conjunction with the 61st annual National Day of Prayer, a "Community Day of Prayer" event will be held at the Town of Wheatfield Community Center, 2800 Church Road, on Thursday, May 3. The program, titled "One Nation Under God," will begin at noon and last approximately 30 minutes.
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Tue, Apr 10th 2012 07:00 am
The Main Street Business and Professional Association is hosting its second annual Main Street Music and Art Festival on the weekend of June 23-24. This two-day festival runs Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Mon, Apr 9th 2012 08:10 pm
Niagara Tourism & Convention Corporation has committed 2012 to philanthropic activities, addressing the issues and needs of the Niagara County community.
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Mon, Apr 9th 2012 08:10 pm
The New York Power Authority is encouraging visitors of all ages to participate in a sculpture contest, which will be one of the featured events at its "Every Day is Earth Day" celebration, Saturday, April 28, at its admission-free Power Vista, the visitors center for NYPA's Niagara Power Project.
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Mon, Apr 9th 2012 08:05 pm
As part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Niagara County Community College Wellness Center and the Niagara County Trauma Task Force are hosting the nationally recognized Clothesline Project exhibit beginning Monday, April 16. The exhibit will be on display in the Dolce-Valvo Art Center (D168) on the Sanborn campus through Thursday, April 19.
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Mon, Apr 9th 2012 04:05 pm
Photo gallery; the Island Dispatch congratulates the following winners of the 2012 Easter coloring contest:
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