Tue, Apr 12th 2011 01:25 pm
NBC announced that it would offer extended versions of Steve Carell's final episode of "The Office" as well as for "Parks and Recreation" on Thursday, April 28.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 01:20 pm
Katie Couric will return to her old neck of the woods as a guest on NBC News' "Today," Wednesday, April 13.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 01:15 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, voted on Monday in favor of an amendment that would bring property tax cap legislation, passed earlier this year by the State Senate, to the Assembly floor for an up or down vote. The bill, which Ceretto supported, would cap property tax increases at 2 percent.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 09:15 am
The Lewiston-Porter Central School District and YMCA Buffalo Niagara are conducting their annual universal pre-kindergarten application process for students who will be 4 years old on or before Dec. 1, and who are not eligible for kindergarten. There is no charge to enroll a child in this program.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 09:10 am
The St. Vincent de Paul Parish spring rummage sale, sponsored by the Rosary Altar Society of St. Vincent de Paul Parish, will take place from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, April 16, at the Catholic Academy Elementary Site (formerly Prince of Peace School), 1055 N. Military Road. The event includes refreshments and a bake sale.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 09:05 am
The family and friends of Ryan Henderson are hosting celebration of life/benefit for their former bandmate, a Lewiston resident, who passed away in a car accident on Ridge Road in January.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 09:00 am
Wild Kritters of Niagara County Inc. hosts its fifth annual basket raffle fundraiser from noon until 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 17. The event will take place at the 3F Conservation Club, 904 Swann Road, Lewiston.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 08:55 am
Niagara County ranked 57th in health outcomes this year, according to the Niagara County Health Rankings Project.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 01:30 pm
The Niagara Catholic Alumni Association will hold its annual Alumni Awards Dinner on Saturday, April 30, at Niagara Catholic High School, 520 66th St., Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 01:25 pm
Niagara University announced this week that its U.S. Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps - 2nd Brigade, Purple Eagle Battalion - was recognized for excellence during the 2009-10 school year.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 01:25 pm
At Niagara University's Summer Academy 2011, high school students can get a jump on college credit. NU's department of theater and fine arts will offer a theater appreciation course as part of the Academy from July 18-22 for students who will be high school juniors or seniors this fall.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 01:20 pm
The Better Business Bureau has issued an advisory to consumers regarding unwanted text messages, scams and identity theft threats.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 12:20 pm
More than 200 guests - including several from Lewiston - gathered to meet and hear Fox News Channel anchor Bill O'Reilly speak at the It Happened to Alexa Foundation event on March 25 at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Fla. O'Reilly, who was introduced by Donald Trump, served as keynote speaker for the third annual "Justice is Served" benefit and entertained the crowd with his political banter, as well as expressing his support for the work being done by the It Happened to Alexa Foundation.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 12:15 pm
The board of directors of HART Interfaith Inc. announces the appointment of Susan McBee as program manager. A lifelong resident of Lewiston, McBee holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Allegheny College and an M.B.A. from Canisius College. She was formerly employed at Occidental Chemical Co. and the Lewiston-Porter School District.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 12:15 pm
Lewiston-Porter High School has announced that two members of the Class of 2011 have been named to the Business First 2011 All-Western New York Academic Team.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 12:15 pm
On April 16 and 17, Old Fort Niagara will host Patriots' Day Weekend, a special event that commemorates the beginning of the American Revolution 236 years ago. On hand will be re-enactors representing British soldiers and American militia that squared off at the battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 12:10 pm
Newsmakers at the Lewiston Public Library include Michelle Kratts, right, a genealogy specialist/library assistant, who recently celebrated her 10 years of service. The library staff thanked Kratts for her hard work and dedication by presenting her with a Silver Star recognition award.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:15 pm
Arlene S. Canavan passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, following a brief illness.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 09:00 am
Fans of old-fashioned pizza, we have the Best. News. Ever. Trusello's pizza is making a comeback!
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 08:55 am
Margaret Talarico, the genial vintner and tour guide at Village Vineyard Wine Boutique, is leaving the business behind to help look after her grandchildren.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:45 am
Monday, March 28, marked the spring premiere of ABC Family's "Secret Life of the American Teenager." The comedy-drama stars Shailene Woodley, who plays Amy Juergens, a naïve high school student who got pregnant after a one-night stand at band camp.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:35 am
To commemorate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day last April, The Princeton Review, in partnership with the U.S. Green Building Council, published a comprehensive guidebook focused on institutions of higher education that demonstrated an above average commitment to sustainability in terms of campus infrastructure, activities and initiatives.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:25 am
The New York Lottery announced Mary St. Laurent of Youngstown won $50,000 on the Lottery's $50,000 Doubler instant game.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:20 am
Old Fort Niagara is gearing up for another busy tour season and is seeking people interested in history to serve as tour guides for the spring and summer. Tours this year will focus on the fort's history during the War of 1812, the American Revolution and the French and Indian War. Although the site is open year round, the fort's busiest season is May through October. Hundreds of school classes visit during May and June.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:15 am
The Lewiston Garden Club is looking for residents of Lewiston who are willing to have their gardens featured in the Open Garden Tour during the Lewiston GardenFest, to be held Saturday and Sunday, June 25 and 26.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:15 am
Trustees took no action on Monday's two biggest agenda items, opting instead to listen to residents and incorporate their suggestions into final decisions.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:10 am
Niagara County Clerk Wayne Jagow announced this week that his office will once again be partnering with Upstate New York Transplant Services during the month of April to promote organ, eye and tissue donation throughout Niagara County and New York state. The program is responsible for saving and improving the lives of thousands of New Yorkers in dire need of transplants.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:10 am
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce will honor nine businesses and individuals at its annual Chamber Awards Gala, Saturday, June 4, at the Niagara Falls Country Club in Lewiston, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The evening is one of the highlights of the year, held to celebrate the business community and those citizens who help contribute to the success of the region.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:10 am
Niagara County on Thursday unveiled a revised map reflecting 15 new County Legislature districts, developed over past months by the Niagara County Legislative Reapportionment Commission. The map was changed yet again over the course of this week.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:10 am
The Bergholz Fire Co. and Ladies Auxiliary will hold its monthly chowder and baked goods sale at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 9, at the truck hall on Niagara Road.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:10 am
OAHIIO of the WNY Independent Living Inc. Family of Agencies, in collaboration with The NACC and The Spirit Lake Foundation, invites the Western New York community to their Round Dance and Social on April 9.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:05 am
St. James Lutheran Church in Bergholz invites all community children ages 3 to 10 to join its Kids Carnival on Saturday, April 9.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:05 am
Niagara County Community College will host its spring 2011 health fair on Monday, April 11.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:05 am
A Chiavetta's chicken barbecue will be offered from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 10 at St. Johnsburg Volunteer Fire Co., 7165 Ward Road, Wheatfield.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:05 am
The Wheatfield Economic Development Committee will hold its inaugural Speaker Series Lecture on Small Business Tax Issues on Saturday, April 9.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:05 am
Today, millions of older adults suffer from chronic conditions such as arthritis, cancer, chronic pain, diabetes, or heart disease. The Health Association of Niagara County Inc. will offer free workshops to help manage these health conditions so older adults can take control and live better.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:00 am
A huge basket raffle to benefit Wheatfield's Hurricanes girls softball will be held from 3 to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at the Elk's Lodge (behind Fashion Outlets mall in Town of Niagara).
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:00 am
At Monday's Village of Lewiston work session, trustees continued to analyze parking patterns and traffic flow associated with Artpark's "Tuesday in the Park" concert series. A motion was presented to limit parking on South Fourth Street - just outside of the performing arts venue's main entrance - and on ancillary streets. It would also prohibit pocket pay lots on private property.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2011 11:55 pm
Direct Air, the first low-cost airline to offer flights out of Niagara Falls International Airport, announced two more destinations on Thursday, April 7, this time the airport's first ever international non-stop service to San Juan, Puerto Rico, and to Nassau, Bahamas.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2011 10:30 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 9, at its admission-free Power Vista, the visitors center for NYPA's Niagara Power Project.
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