Tue, Jan 31st 2023 04:45 pm
Back by popular request, the Erie County Agricultural Society will offer 12-day gate admission passes for the 183rd Erie County Fair for $60 (plus fees). The sale begins at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7. The limited supply of passes will be available online only at www.ECFair.org. Passes allow one adult gate admission per day of the Erie County Fair.
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Tue, Jan 31st 2023 04:40 pm
Parachute Credit Counseling - formerly known as Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Buffalo (CCCS) - announced it is launching the ninth year of its "Niagara County Free Tax Preparation Program" on Jan. 31. Parachute will use a "drop-off" process, with sites in Niagara Falls at Pinnacle Community Services, 1522 Main St.; and in Lockport, at the Lockport Library, 23 East Ave.
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Tue, Jan 31st 2023 04:40 pm
Food Network's seasonal competitions return, making the spring season sweeter than ever. Love is in the air on the new season of "Spring Baking Championship," premiering Monday, March 6 (8 p.m. ET/PT), as host Jesse Palmer puts a dozen talented bakers to the test in 10 episodes featuring unique challenges that showcase all the things people love about springtime - flowers, garden parties, weddings and more.
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Tue, Jan 31st 2023 04:35 pm
USA Niagara Development Corp., an arm of Empire State Development, approved a five-year contract with Destination Niagara USA to manage the Niagara Falls Convention Center, which started in January of 2022. As the lead tourism promotion agency for Niagara County, Destination Niagara USA seized the opportunity to increase sales and leverage existing strengths with their team and community partners.
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Tue, Jan 31st 2023 12:10 pm
On Tuesday, trailblazing musician, author and activist Tori Amos announced she will bring her "Ocean to Ocean Tour" to the Artpark Mainstage Theater at 8 p.m. Saturday, July 8.
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Tue, Jan 31st 2023 07:00 am
The Kenan Center will present the 10th annual Niagara Wine & Beer Fest, brought to the community by Niagara's Choice Federal Credit Union, from 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, at the Kenan Center Arena. Proceeds from the event support arts, educational and recreational programs at the Kenan Center.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 04:20 pm
The season of Lent is quickly approaching, starting with Ash Wednesday on Feb. 22, and Stella Niagara's Center of Renewal invites Western New Yorkers to begin the 40 days of Lent with two separate retreats.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 03:55 pm
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball announced the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is now accepting proposals for program administrators for the $1 million Beginning Farmers Grant Program and for the $4 million Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Farmers Grant Program.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 03:30 pm
On Feb. 20, Empower (United Cerebral Palsy Association of Niagara County Inc.) will be launching its annual giving campaign.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 03:30 pm
The Town of Niagara Republican Committee is looking for candidates interested in the following positions: town supervisor, town clerk, town justice, town councilman, superintendent of highway.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 02:35 pm
On Jan. 30, at approximately 11:27 a.m., the Niagara County Sheriff's Office communications center received a telephone call reporting a structure fire at 6452 Hatter Road in Newfane. The fire was reported to be in a detached garage/barn approximately 25 feet away from the house.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 02:05 pm
The Western New York Power Proceeds Allocation Board is scheduled to meet at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14, at the visitor's center of the New York Power Authority (NYPA) Niagara Power Project at 5777 Lewiston Road, Lewiston.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 01:45 pm
Barenaked Ladies are hitting the road again this summer. The "Last Summer On Earth 2023" with special guests Five for Fighting and Del Amitri visits the Artpark Amphitheater at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 11.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 01:45 pm
Five-time Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan announced his 2023 touring plans today with the launch of the 36-city "Country On Tour" kicking off June 15 in Syracuse.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 01:40 pm
Indie alt-rock band Rainbow Kitten Surprise will perform at the Artpark Amphitheater at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 7. Special guest to be announced. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 3. This concert is presented by Live Nation.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 01:40 pm
Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt and Sen. Jake Ashby, ranking Member of the Senate Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs Committee, have penned a letter calling upon Gov. Kathy Hochul to include support for veterans in her executive budget.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 01:40 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, has introduced the "Make NEXUS Work Act" legislation to make video conferencing available to new and renewing NEXUS applicants.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 01:40 pm
Applications for the 2023 Native American handicraft sales permits are now available for the upcoming summer season at Niagara Falls State Park.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 10:15 am
Three SkillsUSA members, who also happen to be in the animal science program at the Niagara Career and Technical Education Center, chose to do a thoughtful community service project for our furry friends.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 10:10 am
The Town of Wheatfield Democratic Committee is seeking candidates to run for various local offices. The offices of town supervisor, councilmen (two), town clerk, highway superintendent and county legislators are up for election this year.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 10:10 am
University at Buffalo School of Management students can now expand their educational and career options through a new STEM pathway in the school's full-time MBA program.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 10:10 am
The Big Easy in Buffalo has announced three shows celebrating Mardi Gras season:
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 10:10 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.51, up 9 cents since last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.36. The New York state average is $3.57, up 6 cents since last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.55.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 10:05 am
Internationally renowned worship leaders and songwriters for more than two decades, Shane & Shane return March 17 with "Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs (Live)."
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 10:05 am
Veterans Affairs Western New York Healthcare System will host a career fair at the Batavia VA Medical Center (222 Richmond Ave., Batavia) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1. The VA career fair will be held on the ground (basement) floor level of Building 3 at the Batavia VA Medical Center campus.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 10:00 am
Veterans Affairs Western New York Healthcare System and VA Buffalo Regional Office of the Veterans Benefit Administration will host a PACT Act information and enrollment event for PACT Act-eligible veterans and their families from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1, at the George F. Lamm American Legion Post 622, 962 Wehrle Drive, Amherst.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 08:50 am
On Friday, New York State Sen. Sean Ryan and Assembly member Jon Rivera urged action to close what they call a "loophole that is being exploited by the Niagara County Industrial Development Agency to subsidize fast food restaurants."
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 07:00 am
Over the past several months, the Western New York community has been reeling with losses and tragedies, each one reminding us how fragile life is. But in spite of, or because of, these adversities, signs of hope, strength and unity have continued to emerge rather quickly.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 07:00 am
Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest are West Coast-bound for Hollywood's most glamorous night, followed by daytime's biggest morning!
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 07:00 am
On Saturday, Feb. 11, from 9 a.m. to noon, Dr. Glenda R. Rose and Dr. Thomas G. Barba of Rose Chiropractic, P.C., in Lewiston, will sponsor the 33rd annual "Doctors with a Heart Day" for their patients. Nonperishable food items will be collected to benefit the Niagara Community Action Program (NiaCAP) food pantry, in exchange for chiropractic services.
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Sat, Jan 28th 2023 07:00 am
Anne C. (Conn) Lewis of Grand Island and Pulaski, New York, died Jan. 15, 2023.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 03:30 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 39-year-old Jarrod D. Vosburg of Appleton was sentenced yesterday afternoon before State Supreme Court Justice Paul B. Wojtaszek. The defendant received a split sentence of three months in jail followed by five years of probation.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 03:15 pm
Alan Doyle, Canadian national treasure and unofficial ambassador of Newfoundland's rich musical traditions, returns to the U.S. in 2023 to support his first live album "Here, Tonight (Live)." Tickets are currently on sale for all shows.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 02:25 pm
In a letter to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Congressman Brian Higgins (D-NY-26) and Congressman Nick Langworthy (R-NY-23) urged the agency to grant a 30-day extension for the ongoing preliminary damage assessment in the aftermath of Winter Storm Elliott.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 02:15 pm
On Feb. 17, Capitol Records/Universal Music Canada will release Niall Horan's new single, "Heaven" - his first new solo material in almost three years. The chart-topping artist wrote the track with John Ryan and Joel Little, who also produced, and Tobias Jesso Jr. Horan recorded the song in Southern California.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 02:15 pm
Paying tribute to a beloved national icon for her birthday, NBC will celebrate Carol Burnett's illustrious career with "Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love." The two-hour special will air Wednesday, April 26 (8 p.m. ET/PT), and will also stream next day on Peacock. The special will be filmed at Avalon Hollywood in Los Angeles.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 02:15 pm
CBS' No. 1-rated daytime game show goes primetime as "The Price Is Right At Night," hosted by Drew Carey, adds two additional themed episodes on Wednesday, Feb. 15 (8-9 p.m., ET/PT), and Wednesday, Feb. 22 (8 p.m.), on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 02:10 pm
Jason Derulo (@jasonderulo) and rock duo The Black Keys (@theblackkeys) will headline the NFL TikTok Tailgate, the league's ultimate pregame party before Super Bowl LVII on Feb. 12.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 02:10 pm
Tyler Hubbard is releasing his self-titled debut solo album today. The 18-song album was produced by Hubbard and Jordan Schmidt, and Tyler wrote or co-wrote all of the tracks.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 02:10 pm
Mount St. Mary's Hospital has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval and the American Stroke Association's Certificate of Distinction as a Primary Stroke Center. It is the only hospital in Niagara County that holds this advanced certification. The Joint Commission is one of the leading accrediting bodies, ensuring the highest standards of quality and patient safety are met for more than 22,000 health care organizations across the U.S.
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