Mon, Mar 19th 2012 07:00 am
The Niagara Falls Family YMCA will offer an open house for those suffering from multiple sclerosis on Saturday, March 24. This event, which will take place at the branch (located at 1317 Portage Road, Niagara Falls) from 10 a.m. to noon, is designed for those individuals with MS who are interested in learning of the benefits of health and wellness.
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Mon, Mar 19th 2012 07:00 am
YMCA Camp Kenan will host its annual Easter egg hunt, brunch and open house on Saturday, March 31.
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Sat, Mar 17th 2012 07:00 am
The art department of the Lewiston-Porter Central School District presents its annual exhibition, "Growth Through Art," at the Niagara Arts and Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave. The show consists of artwork made in every grade level from kindergarten through grade 12. The opening reception is Saturday, March 24, between noon and 2 p.m.
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Sat, Mar 17th 2012 07:00 am
The Lewiston Garden Club is now seeking candidates for its $1,000 scholarship for 2012.
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Sat, Mar 17th 2012 07:00 am
Chef extraordinaire Jack Soldano and his family will be cooking up a storm on Monday, March 19. Casa Antica is offering a traditional St. Joseph Table with plenty of Italian favorites.
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Sat, Mar 17th 2012 07:00 am
Attendees at the Lewiston Town Board work session heard on a few interest items, including an electrical billing proposal and future plans for River Walk, Monday evening at Town Hall.
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Sat, Mar 17th 2012 07:00 am
The Village of Lewiston Planning Board was updated Monday on two prominent Center Street projects.
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Sat, Mar 17th 2012 07:00 am
Interesting discussions concerning the Interim Waste Containment Structure at the Lake Ontario Ordnance Works were heard at two separate meetings at Lewiston-Porter this week.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 11:55 pm
The Erie Canal Discovery Center is pleased to offer a free, public program and book signing for local legend John Lang. Most folks know Lang by sight as the ubiquitous "Elvis" at Buffalo Bills games. He has recently completed a new book about his antics, titled "Elvis is in the Scrumdown."
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 11:55 pm
Don't miss the chance to connect with "Touch" during the live streaming of the "Touch" world premiere and global Q-and-A event, presented by Degree Men, on Sunday, March 18. The global event featuring Kiefer Sutherland and the cast and producers of "Touch" will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will stream live at www.FOX.com/TOUCH and globally at www.facebook.com/TOUCHonTV.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 11:55 pm
ABC Family and Fox TV Studios announced that production has begun on the latest installment in the popular "Home Alone" franchise, starring Malcolm McDowell, Debi Mazar, Edward Asner, Eddie Steeples and Christian Martyn. The movie is set to premiere as part of the network's annual "25 Days of Christmas" programming event.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 10:20 pm
Assemblyman John D. Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, today attended the first in a series of meetings to discuss plans for the development of the Lehigh Valley Rail Yard.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 10:15 pm
The female hero of a cross-battle artillery battle during the War of 1812 is finally getting her due from New York state, County Clerk Wayne Jagow learned this morning.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 10:10 pm
State Sen. George Maziarz, R-C-Newfane, is proud to announce that, as part of Women's History Month, War of 1812 heroine Betsy Doyle of the Niagara and Greenbush areas (circa 1750-1819) was selected to be recognized as one of this year's Historic Women of Distinction.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 10:00 pm
Shannon Magrane was eliminated Thursday on "American Idol" after she received the fewest votes among the finalists.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 10:00 pm
The Citizen of the Year Awards Ceremony will be held on Thursday, April 26, at the Holiday Inn Grand Island. The announcement of this year's Citizen of the Year honorees is scheduled for the March 23 edition of the Island Dispatch. This special community event will honor businesses and individuals whose contributions have made Grand Island a better place to live.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 09:55 pm
Erie County Sheriff Tim Howard has announced the arrest of the person allegedly responsible for an 18-month long graffiti spree on Grand Island in which both public and private buildings and properties were defaced totaling between $20,000 and $30,000 in damage.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 09:55 pm
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz reads "The Rainbow Fish" to students in Tricia McDonald's fourth-grade class Monday during the Parents As Reading Partners program at Kaegebein Elementary School. (photo by Larry Austin)
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 09:50 pm
Monday evening the Grand Island Board of Education continued the 2012-13 budget process. Superintendent Robert Christmann pushed the budget adoption date out one week from March 26 to April 2 because of possible changes in state aid.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 09:45 pm
"Shroud Encounter" is coming to Immanuel Lutheran Church in the City of Tonawanda on Tuesday, March 20 at 7 p.m. This highly acclaimed 90-minute multi-media presentation will be held at the church, 107 Scott St., at William Street. Admission is free and open to the public. A free will offering will be gathered.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 09:30 pm
As in years past, The Lewiston Village Pub is completely decked out for St. Patrick's Day.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 09:00 pm
Mary Ann Shank of Full Circle Quarter Horses on Cain Road in Town of Porter is shown with her newborn colt Tattle Tails and its mother Trio. Tattle Tails, who was bred and is being raised here to be a future hunter under saddle, was sired by world champion Coats 'n Tails. He is one of two spring babies expected at the Shank stables.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 09:00 pm
The Committee for Mayor Terry Collesano will hold a reception for hizzoner on Thursday, March 29. The event begins at 6 p.m. at the Lewiston Village Pub, 840 Center St.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 09:00 pm
Roman Café has sizeable lead in fish fry contest. Vote for your favorite fish fry at www.wnypapers.com.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 09:00 pm
Water Street Landing presents the fourth annual "Disco" on Saturday, March 24. The fundraising event begins at 9 p.m. at 115 S. Water St., Lewiston.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 08:45 pm
Starting April 1, Niagara University's recreation department will begin accepting registrations for its weekly Summer Youth Camp, which will be held on campus from June 25 to August 17.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 08:30 pm
To celebrate their 25th high school reunion, members of the Lewiston-Porter Class of 1987 are throwing a "Spirit of the '80s" reunion Aug. 10 and 11. The party will take place at The Brickyard Pub & B.B.Q and at Academy Park. Four bands will perform that weekend, including headline act The Spoons.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 08:30 pm
YMCA Buffalo Niagara has been selected to participate in the LIVESTRONG Community Impact Project, an online voting campaign that is designed to bring proven cancer support programs to communities across the U.S.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 08:30 pm
Top-rated morning talk show "LIVE! with Kelly" is heading north to beautiful Banff, Alberta, Canada, for four shows airing April 2-5.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 08:15 pm
Lewiston-Porter Youth Baseball-Softball announced this week it will host tryouts for a new mix 8U/9U player pitch travel baseball team. The Lewiston Lancers will compete in the Sunday travel league and play in one or two tournaments in July.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 05:00 pm
Katie Crombe, from Catholic Charities, spoke at the Masses at St. Stephen Church last weekend about the upcoming Catholic Charities drive.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 02:35 pm
The Kiwanis Club of Lewiston presented a $5,000 donation to the Mount St. Mary's Foundation. The money came from proceeds from the 2011 Kiwanis clambake.
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Fri, Mar 16th 2012 07:00 am
Scavenger hunt, photos with bunny, child safety ID cards - all free of charge.
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Thu, Mar 15th 2012 05:35 pm
The Rev. Dr. Charles Lamb has announced he will teach a six-week course in "Understanding the Bible," beginning on Tuesday, April 10, at the First Presbyterian Church of Youngstown, Main and Church streets in the village.
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Thu, Mar 15th 2012 02:05 pm
"You can do it!"
That is you can see "Saturday Night Live" alumnus Rob Schneider - also famous for his roles in movies such as "The Waterboy," "Grown Ups" and "Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo" - perform his stand-up comedy routine at Niagara University.
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Thu, Mar 15th 2012 11:00 am
The movie "Project X" can easily be described as the teenage rendition of "The Hangover." The target audience is young adults, specifically high school students.
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Thu, Mar 15th 2012 10:50 am
Foodies Event hosted by The Social Media Club of Buffalo.
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Thu, Mar 15th 2012 10:45 am
"Silent House" begins with an introduction with the audience meeting our soon-to-be heroine, a young woman (Sarah) who's returned with her father to their old family vacation home. This home is conveniently located in the woods and by a lake. The two unite to pack up all belongings, board it up, and say their partings to the house before it goes on the market.
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Thu, Mar 15th 2012 10:30 am
Located in Buffalo's theater district, Encore presents a sort of closure to a theatergoer's evening. The restaurant's happy hour can also represent a final and entertaining conclusion for anyone's evening, or it can stand alone as a frequent hot spot for those in need of an upscale dining experience.
Encore has two floors and outdoor seating for when the weather is warm. The hardwood floors, brick walls and beautiful fire places give a rustic and spacious feel. With so much space the restaurant can play host to large parties, and can provide a private dining area for any event you may want to hold.
The bar is also large and spacious and continues with the restaurant's rustic setting.
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Thu, Mar 15th 2012 08:20 am
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, helped pass legislation Wednesday to expand the state's DNA data bank and make New York the first "all crimes DNA" state in the nation.
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