Tue, Apr 4th 2023 02:05 pm
The Council for Older Adults and the Dale Association announced the creation of a web page listing all the senior citizen groups/clubs and senior centers in Niagara County, and with contact information and where they meet.
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Tue, Apr 4th 2023 02:05 pm
Great Place To Work and Fortune magazine have honored Wegmans as one of the 2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For. This is Wegmans 26th time being named to this prestigious list, this year coming in at No. 4.
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Tue, Apr 4th 2023 02:05 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, who serves as co-chair of the bipartisan Cancer Caucus, hailed the release of a National Cancer Plan, which sets "an aggressive agenda to cut cancer deaths in half over the next 25 years."
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Tue, Apr 4th 2023 02:05 pm
In partnership with Niagara Pride, the Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will hold a forum about Alzheimer's disease and dementia for LGBTQ+ older adults and their loved ones.
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Tue, Apr 4th 2023 02:05 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins secured $2 million in the federal 2023 budget to expand and improve telehealth services for Western New York senior citizens, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, people who are deaf and hard of hearing, and people with Alzheimer's. The funding will support People Inc.'s model addressing health equity among vulnerable populations.
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Tue, Apr 4th 2023 10:30 am
Empire State Development on Monday announced the application window is open for round five of the Grow-NY food and agriculture competition.
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Tue, Apr 4th 2023 10:20 am
Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Peter Case will perform a solo show in Buffalo on April 21 at Sportsmen's Tavern. He is touring in support of his new album, "Doctor Moan" (Sunset Blvd. Records).
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 09:50 pm
Check out the trailer and poster for Marvel Studios' espionage thriller "Secret Invasion," the live-action, original series premiering June 21, exclusively on Disney+.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 09:45 pm
Dwayne Johnson revealed in a recorded message from Hawaii that a live-action reimagining of Disney Animation's 2016 hit feature film "Moana" is in development.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 07:10 pm
New research from the University at Buffalo provides the most comprehensive assessment to date of drinking patterns during the COVID-19 pandemic and their association with four clinically prevalent mental health disorders in the U.S.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 07:10 pm
Families impacted by autism spectrum disorder are invited to visit the Aquarium of Niagara after hours to enjoy special programming in a supportive environment.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 07:10 pm
Ticks are hardy creatures, and their tiny size can make them hard to find on skin - that goes for humans and for pets.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 07:10 pm
Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman announced Matthew H. Figura plead guilty to the murder of Patrick M. DeLuca this morning in County Court. Figura admitted to killing DeLuca, age 36, of Niagara Falls on June 3, 2021, at Niagara Metals in Niagara Falls, where both were employed.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 07:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul today recognized April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in New York State, issuing a proclamation and directing that 13 state landmarks be illuminated in blue tonight in commemoration (including Niagara Falls).
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 07:10 pm
After an extended 10-year touring hiatus, American rock band The All-American Rejects are excited to announce their highly anticipated return to the stage with the "Wet Hot All-American Summer Tour."
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 07:10 pm
Incubus rose to popularity as one of the premiere alt-rock bands of the new millennium with their tireless touring ethic and a unique musical genre. Now see them perform live alongside Badflower at the OLG Stage at Fallsview on Aug. 6.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 04:35 pm
International trips continue to rise dramatically! After AAA reported a 30% jump in international travel for spring break, new AAA booking data reveals that international travel is up more than 200% compared to 2022. Hotel bookings are seeing the biggest jump, up more than 300% over last year. Unfortunately, the spike in demand is driving up airfare. Ticket prices for international trips have increased more than 30%, yet travelers aren't hesitating when it comes to booking international getaways.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 04:30 pm
The Niagara County Legislature passed a proclamation declaring April "Donate Life Month," as part of the annual nationwide campaign. Throughout the month, those who have saved lives through the gift of a donation are honored, and others are encouraged to consider registering as organ, eye and tissue donors.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 04:30 pm
The New York State Public Service Commission announced it is participating in the nationwide effort to recognize April 2023 as "Safe Digging Month."
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 04:30 pm
Distracted driving is deadly, claiming 3,142 lives in 2020, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In 2020, distracted driving contributed to 8.1% of the 38,824 lives lost to crashes on U.S. roadways, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). In New York state alone, 110 people died in 2019 as a result of distracted driving.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 04:30 pm
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.50, up 6 cents since last Monday. One year ago, the price was $4.20. The New York state average is $3.47, up 5 cents since last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $4.30.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 04:30 pm
Monday morning was a dreary, windy, fall-like day. But for a moment, just before Hibbard's Original Frozen Custard opened for the season, it was unusually sunny and bright.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 02:20 pm
TikTok is an app owned by a Chinese company, Bytedance, that launched in 2017. Amid the pandemic, the app became famous in 2019 and 2020, generating over 1 billion users.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 12:00 pm
This year's Bruce Sutherland Memorial Golf Tournament will be held Monday, May 15, at the Niagara Frontier Golf Club at 1058 Lake Road in Youngstown. The tournament is open to the public. Funds raised will go to the Historical Association and the Lewiston Museum, in addition to the VFW Downriver Post 7487 scholarship fund - two local causes Sutherland volunteered and worked for in the past.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 10:00 am
Niagara Gospel Mission, 1317 Portage Road in Niagara Falls, has had a huge impact on the people of Niagara Falls, and wants to thank the community for making it possible.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 10:00 am
Over the weekend, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced heightened monitoring in response to the recent increase in "swatting" calls, or the false reporting of a serious law enforcement emergency, such as a bomb threat, hostage situation or homicide, across the state and country.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 10:00 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Saturday recognized April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in New York, issuing a proclamation. Coinciding with this proclamation, the State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence will conduct weekly "Sexual Violence 101" training, and collaborate with the state Office of General Services to host an exhibit to honor survivors' experiences and recognize International Denim Day.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 09:55 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul has launched NYRx, the state's new pharmacy benefit program, which is designed to improve prescription drug access and coverage for the 8 million New Yorkers enrolled in Medicaid statewide.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 09:55 am
Niagara Arts Guild President Kim Christy will speak on the job of the art director for plays and musical shows at the organization's monthly meeting Friday, April 14. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at the Dale Association, 33 Ontario St., Lockport. Artists and art lovers are invited to attend. Refreshments will be served.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 09:55 am
On Friday, New York State Sen. Sean Ryan announced Revolution Buffalo was selected as the 61st Senate District Small Business of the Month for March. In recognition of its commitment to giving back to the community, Ryan will present Revolution's owners with a New York State Senate Empire Award.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 07:00 am
Each year during the month of April, my office is pleased to join Donate Life New York State in celebrating "National Donate Life Month" in an effort to raise awareness of the lifesaving impact of organ, eye and tissue donation, and honoring those who have saved lives through the gift of donation.
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Mon, Apr 3rd 2023 07:00 am
The Niagara County Historical Society will hold its second annual "Road Rally" on June 3. The event is a fundraiser to benefit the Historical Society, and is sponsored by Crosby's.
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Sat, Apr 1st 2023 07:00 am
One of the most difficult feats to accomplish in bowling is the 800 series. To succeed at that, the bowler must average 267 in a series of three games. According to Craig Davis, coach of the Grand Island High School boys' bowling team, senior bowler Talon Newton succeeded in doing exactly that.
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Sat, Apr 1st 2023 07:00 am
James J. Panepinto, president of a 91-year-young family business, Pinto Construction Services Inc., and a long-time member of the Mary Star of the Seas Knights of Columbus Council No. 4752, has purchased the club building at 1841 Whitehaven Road, and the nearly nine acres of land behind it.
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Sat, Apr 1st 2023 07:00 am
John Paul Szczublewski started life as a premature baby, who experienced a variety of difficulties as a small child.
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Sat, Apr 1st 2023 07:00 am
Pat LaFontaine grew up loving the game of hockey, as he played on backyard rinks in his hometown of Waterford, Michigan.
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Fri, Mar 31st 2023 06:55 pm
This year, as of Monday, March 27, there have been 17 school shootings according to the Washington Post database. This has installed fear into students and their families in attendings school. That is just the small percentage of the more than 100 mas shootings that have happened so far this year. With these events happening more frequently it's hard for people to not worry and fear the worst.
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Fri, Mar 31st 2023 03:45 pm
The Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center board of directors confirmed its 2023 slate of officers and reelected four incumbent members to the board at its annual meeting on Monday.
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Fri, Mar 31st 2023 02:25 pm
The Niagara University softball team has returned home after spending 14 days in Hawaii participating in the Hawaii Spring Fling tournament and the Rainbow Wahine Classic.
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Fri, Mar 31st 2023 01:35 pm
Hundreds of Niagara University students, faculty and staff were joined by members of the community on March 30 to "Take Back the Night." The annual event, now in its sixth year, aims to end gender-based violence in all forms, including domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
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