Mon, Sep 19th 2022 12:55 pm
The board of directors of United Way of Buffalo & Erie County recently announced Trina Burruss will be United Way of Buffalo & Erie County's next president and CEO. Burruss, who currently serves as the organization's chief operating officer, will begin her tenure upon current President and CEO Michael Weiner's retirement at the end of the year.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 12:50 pm
The American Red Cross announced upcoming blood drives: from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Youngstown Firehall, 625 3rd St.; and from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Sept. 26 at Lewiston Fire Co. No. 1 firehall, 145 N. Sixth St. For an appointment, visit www.redcrossblood.org, or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 12:50 pm
Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti recently announced the Niagara County Sheriff's Office Emergency Communications Center now has the ability to receive "Text to 9-1-1" calls from cell phones in Niagara County.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 12:50 pm
United Way of Greater Niagara will hold an awards breakfast and campaign kickoff at 8 a.m. Friday, Sept. 23, at Niagara Riverside Resort, located at 7001 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls. Reservations can be made by calling the United Way office at 716-731-4580.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 12:50 pm
Tops Friendly Markets has once again raised much-needed funds for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH). The fundraising campaign which officially kicked off Sunday, June 20, at all participating Tops Friendly Markets locations, ran through Saturday, July 3. In total Tops helped raise $288,419,000.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 12:50 pm
The Niagara Area Foundation (NAF), a geographic division of the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, continues to accept grant applications from nonprofit organizations for its 2022 grant cycle. Applications are due by 4 p.m. Oct. 14, and can be submitted online at www.TheNiagaraAreaFoundation.org.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 12:45 pm
Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 12.6% statewide in August compared to the same month in 2021, according to a recent analysis released by Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Statewide local collections totaled $1.7 billion, up nearly $192 million from the same time last year.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 12:45 pm
Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti announced the 2022 Niagara County correction officer examination enrollment period has begun. Interested candidates may review the requirements of the position and sign up for the test at https://niagara-portal.mycivilservice.com/exams.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 12:45 pm
FeedMore WNY is joining Feeding America and other member food banks to raise awareness of people experiencing food insecurity and inspire action during Hunger Action Month this September, culminating with Hunger Action Day this Friday, Sept. 23.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 10:20 am
Riser House/Columbia Nashville/Sony Music Nashville artist Mitchell Tenpenny released his new, 20-track album, "This Is The Heavy," on Friday. Mitchell co-wrote every song on the record with some of Nashville's finest, including Thomas Archer, Brad Clawson, Rodney Clawson, Devin Dawson, Chris DeStefano, Seth Ennis, Kyle Fishman, Jesse Frasure, Ashley Gorley, Josh Kear and Laura Veltz. He produced the project with Jordan M. Schmidt.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 10:20 am
House of Representatives Cancer Caucus Co-Chair Congressman Brian Higgins and Congresswoman Kathy Castor of Florida recently hosted a briefing on Capitol Hill titled "Lung Cancer Screening Saves Lives." The event featured experts from Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and Moffitt Cancer Center presenting information on:
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 10:20 am
Every year, Cellino Plumbing Heating & Cooling runs a truck wrap contest for nonprofits in the community.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 10:20 am
On Saturday morning, Create a Healthier Niagara Collaborative gathered for the sixth annual "Walk The Falls." The event had over 200 attendees participate.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 10:20 am
The Niagara Region of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced the annual permit lottery for the 2022 pheasant hunting season will take place Monday, Oct. 3. This will include the drawing for both the youth hunt and the regular season hunt.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 10:20 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.68, down 4 cents from one week ago. One year ago, the price was $3.19. The New York state average is $3.78, down 11 cents since last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.28.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 07:00 am
Wildlife shows, conservation and science activities, and a glimpse of Tuscarora culture top the program at the New York Power Authority's Wildlife Festival Sept. 24-25. The free family festival, co-sponsored by the Niagara County Federation of Conservation Clubs (NCFCC), will run both days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 07:00 am
The Niagara Regional Theatre Guild proudly presents "Kiss Me Kate," opening Friday, Sept. 16, and running through Sunday, Oct. 2, at the Ellicott Creek Playhouse, 550 Ellicott Creek, Tonawanda.
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Mon, Sep 19th 2022 07:00 am
On Oct. 13, Complete Senior Care - PACE will hold an open house and basket raffle from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1302 Main St., Niagara Falls (IDT board room). Included will be a basket raffle, and a 50/50 split. Masks are required.
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Sat, Sep 17th 2022 07:00 am
Grand Island's students and teachers returned to classrooms equipped with two air purifiers each, said Grand Island Central School District superintendent Brian Graham at Tuesday's board of education meeting.
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Sat, Sep 17th 2022 07:00 am
A new home for the Niagara River Sailing Club has risen from the ashes of the former building, destroyed by fire in March 2021.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 02:25 pm
On Friday, New York State Sen. Sean Ryan joined school officials to announce $138,000 in security improvements being made to schools in the Grand Island Central School District. Ryan secured a $112,500 New York State grant to fund the bulk of the cost of the improvements.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 01:45 pm
The third week of September is SepticSmart Week, and the Erie County Department of Health and the Erie County Department of Environment and Planning (ECDEP) are using this opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of properly maintaining and caring for septic systems.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 01:40 pm
Grammy-nominated worship leader Cody Carnes has released another song, "Forever & Amen" with Kari Jobe, from his forthcoming album "God is Good!" The new song is the final track to be released before the album releases Sept. 30.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 01:40 pm
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 01:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a warning to consumers about scammers taking advantage of the recent student debt relief plan to steal borrowers' money and personal information.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 01:40 pm
On Sept. 19, 1947, Aspire of Western New York, formerly known as Cerebral Palsy of Western New York, was officially incorporated. After extensive growth in both physical locations and services provided, Aspire will celebrate its 75th anniversary on Sept. 19.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 01:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul and the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee announced free child car seat checks by certified child passenger safety technicians will be available across the state during Child Passenger Safety Week, which starts today and concludes with National Seat Check Saturday on Sept. 24.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 01:40 pm
Members of the public will be able to explore Western New York's hidden history - as revealed by its stoneware pottery treasures - at the History Center of Niagara on Sept. 29. Peter Jablonski, an avid "privy digger" and historical researcher, and David Potter, a lifelong collector of historic stoneware, will present a program titled "History & Mystery of the Early Decorated Stoneware Potteries of the Queen City, 1834-1896."
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 01:40 pm
The Niagara County Legislature passed a resolution at its Tuesday meeting declaring September as "Suicide Prevention Month" in Niagara County. Earlier on Tuesday, the Suicide Prevention Coalition flag was hoisted at the Niagara County Courthouse in Lockport.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 01:40 pm
In 1939, Sol Messinger and his parents boarded the MS St. Louis, the ship carrying 900 Jewish refugees who were desperately fleeing Nazi Germany. But no country, including the U.S. and Canada, would allow the ship entry, so it had to return to Europe where the Holocaust was rapidly unfolding.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 01:40 pm
The latest song from Red Street Records' artist Cade Thompson, "Lost Without You," is now available on all DSPs following his previous single, "Arms Of Jesus."
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 01:40 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the start of DEC's annual Arbor Day poster contest. Each year, DEC's urban and community forestry program coordinates the contest to promote the value of trees in the environment and New Yorkers' lives. The winner of the contest will have their photo or artwork reproduced as the 2023 Arbor Day poster to commemorate the holiday.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 01:40 pm
Lukas Foss (1922-2009) was a composer, conductor, pianist and visionary whose legendary contributions to the Buffalo arts scene were transformative. From 1963-70, Foss served as the music director of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra (BPO), championing the works of living composers and 20th century music. In 1964, he co-founded and served as co-director of the Center for Creative and Performing Arts at the University at Buffalo, where he ushered in innovative works and performances for more than two decades.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 01:40 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced a federal grant totaling $480,000 over four years awarded to the Parent Network of Western New York.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 12:00 pm
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for Sept. 16, 2022
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 11:15 am
Plans were presented to the Village of Lewiston's Historic Preservation Commission and Planning boards on Monday to renovate the Lewiston Event Center and convert it into a self-storage facility.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 11:05 am
The success of John Kinney's waterfront business - and that of his tenant - has resulted in a need for upgrades to his three properties.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 11:00 am
The Lower Niagara Community Survivors group will again host "RockOut Cancer" to raise money for those fighting cancer. This year's fundraiser starts with a 7 p.m. preparty on Friday, at the Lewiston Stone House on Center Street. Special guests include Summer of '69 with Gary Baker, and the Rev. Monsignor David LiPuma, formerly of St. Peter R.C. Church.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 10:55 am
A local contractor's dedication to the community now has 100,000 reasons to celebrate its efforts to brighten the lives of others.
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Fri, Sep 16th 2022 10:50 am
In the wake of new anti-crime legislation passed in Albany, Niagara County issued its own response this week.
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