Mon, Nov 8th 2021 07:00 am
First, the museum will be open for Small Business Saturday on Nov. 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and again on Dec. 4-5 for Christmas Walk. We have all 10 of our ornaments and many new books for your Lewiston History friends and family. And the museum will be in Christmas attire.
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Sat, Nov 6th 2021 10:45 am
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, on Friday announced approval of legislation that he said will support good-paying jobs and rebuild America's infrastructure. The bipartisan legislation provides a 10-year plan for nation building here at home, and reauthorizes through 2026 the existing extension of the surface transportation bill.
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Sat, Nov 6th 2021 10:35 am
Recently, officials from the Niagara River Greenway Commission met with Town of Grand Island committee members who are working on its trails and bike routes. They took a bicycle ride down Grand Island Boulevard to finalize a direct route through town to officially connect the extensive Niagara River Shoreline Trail from Buffalo's Outer Harbor north to Youngstown.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 05:35 pm
Snow has been spotted in some areas across Western and Central New York, so now is the time for motorists to refresh their winter driving skills and prepare for colder weather. The National Weather Service has named this week, Oct. 31 through Nov. 6, Winter Weather Awareness Week across New York - it's the perfect time to prepare for the winter season. AAA Western and Central New York has advice to keep everyone safe on the road.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 05:30 pm
Are you struggling with dark mornings on your way to work and as the kids head out to school? It's about to change. With daylight saving time ending Sunday, Nov. 7, at 2 a.m., Americans will "fall back" and set their clocks back one hour to standard time. While many motorists will enjoy an extra hour of sleep, they need to be aware of the time change and potential distractions to their normal routine. There are added dangers that can come as a result of a time change, especially behind the wheel.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 04:40 pm
In a Groundhog Day take on winter, Stryker the harbor seal at the Aquarium of Niagara made his annual winter weather prediction on Friday. Better bundle up, as Stryker predicts a frigid winter in Western New York.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 04:40 pm
Erie County's bicentennial celebration is branching out across the county courtesy of a collaborative effort involving several partners.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 04:10 pm
Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti has been appointed to the New York State Law Enforcement Accreditation Council by Gov. Kathy Hochul.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 04:10 pm
The Niagara Wheatfield Board of Education meeting to be held Nov. 17 will begin at 6 p.m. with an anticipated executive session. A public meeting is slated to start at 7 p.m. in the High School Adult Learning Center, 2292 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 04:10 pm
Tops Friendly Markets will once again support Oishei Children's Hospital in a "sweet and delicious way." Until supplies last, Tops is helping families bring the spirit of the holiday season alive by selling gingerbread house kits - with a portion of the proceeds benefitting Oishei Children's Hospital.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 04:00 pm
As the COVID-19 vaccines become available for children ages 5 to 11, the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) urges caretakers and families to get vaccinated and take the necessary steps to protect children during the upcoming holiday and flu season.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 04:00 pm
When Val James suited up for the Sabres for the first time in 1981, he became the first Black American to play in the NHL. Nov. 1 marked the 40th anniversary of James' NHL debut. The Buffalo Sabres will commemorate the milestone during their home game on Saturday, Nov. 6, against the Detroit Red Wings.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 03:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced the launch of a new website, clinical guidance and additional information and resources in the effort to vaccinate New York's 5-11-year-old children against COVID-19.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 03:40 pm
Capitol CMG artist and former frontman of the four-time Grammy Award-winning band Third Day, Mac Powell, has released a new original Christmas song, "Jesus Christ Is Born," available now. Penned by Powell, the single's lyric video can be viewed below.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 03:40 pm
Mary Jo Edwards, a sixth-grade math teacher at Harry F. Abate Elementary in Niagara Falls, receives a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot from pharmacy intern Jessica Corbett during a Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center clinic held Thursday at the Niagara Falls Community Education Center, formally 60th Street Elementary School.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 03:40 pm
Singer/songwriter Billy Ballenger returns with "Mercy," available now.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 03:40 pm
The Tragically Hip release the official music video for "Not Necessary," off their album, "Saskadelphia," which went to No. 1 in Canada. A Revolver Films production, starring actress Emily Hampshire ("Schitt's Creek," "12 Monkeys"), directed by Sara Basso, and produced by Emily Smillie, the music video lands as a prequel to the visuals for lead single "Ouch."
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 03:40 pm
Singers/songwriters Tonemah and Tripi (T-n-T) will host top singer/songwriters from all over Western New York at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, inside the historic Lewiston Opera Hall (upstairs), 732 Center St.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 03:40 pm
The Erie County Department of Health is announcing COVID-19 vaccine clinics for 5-11-year-olds on Saturday, Nov. 13, at three locations within Erie County.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 03:40 pm
Conditions of roads owned and maintained by Erie County have earned improved grades from an independent and nonpartisan transportation advisory organization, with a comprehensive study recently completed by the Greater Buffalo-Niagara Regional Transportation Council providing an update on the surface conditions of the entire county highway system.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 03:40 pm
On Nov. 13-14, the Niagara Wine Trail will host its annual "Share the Bounty" event. Each participating winery has selected a different charity. They will collection donation of items or donate the tasting fees to that charity. There is no ticket for this event, but people are encouraged to visit as many wineries as they wish.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 03:40 pm
Great Place to Work and Fortune magazine have ranked Wegmans No. 1 on the list of the 2021 Best Workplaces in Retail. The award is based on analysis of survey responses from more than 1.3 million current employees working in the retail industry. This is the sixth consecutive year Wegmans has ranked No. 1 on this list.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 01:50 pm
Full edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for Nov. 5, 2021
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 11:00 am
Trustees in the Village of Lewiston are considering a water rate increase after hearing from accountant Pat Brown of Brown & Company.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 11:00 am
Abraxas Inc. was back at the Frontier House in Lewiston this week to continue repairing the exterior mortar.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 10:55 am
If Western New York has a Mount Rushmore of touring acts, Our Lady Peace is definitely etched in stone.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 08:50 am
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce celebrated a ribbon-cutting at Trait-Carré, a boutique shop located at 480 Center St., in the Village of Lewiston. The retail business is owned and operated by chamber board member Matt Villnave. Trait-Carré offers a personally curated collection of soaps, candles, aromatherapy and skincare products.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 08:45 am
On Friday, the Buffalo City Mission announced the launch of its annual fall fundraising campaign, a significant annual initiative to advance its work in providing critical programs and services for the homeless of Buffalo.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 08:15 am
The former Niagara Catholic High School building, at 520 66th St., has sort of resembled Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory since it closed in the summer of 2018. Tremendous work has taken place inside - out of view from the general public - with great expectations in place for what might be when The Chapel reopens the site in the near future.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 07:45 am
The Grand Island Town Board, by a 3-2 vote at its Nov. 1 meeting, enacted local law 13, opting out of allowing cannabis on-site consumption sites in the municipality.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 07:30 am
Upcoming Veterans Day observances in northern Niagara County include:
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 07:25 am
Paul T. Jordan 56, of Talladega, Alabama, passed away on Oct. 9, 2021.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 07:25 am
John W. Colburn, age 74, passed away on Nov. 1, 2021, at Rochester General Hospital in Rochester, after a brief illness. His youngest brother, Paul, was there at his passing.
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Thu, Nov 4th 2021 09:35 pm
October is the time of year when children and families artfully decorate pumpkins, and display these works for friends and neighbors. We asked for photos of your most decorative, scariest, funniest and craziest pumpkin designs as part of the (almost) annual Niagara Frontier Publications pumpkin-carving contest.
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Thu, Nov 4th 2021 09:30 pm
On Thursday, Niagara University hosted a "topping off" ceremony to place the final construction beam into place as part of the university's $11.5 million renovation to the Kiernan Recreation Center.
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Thu, Nov 4th 2021 09:10 pm
Since contract talks broke down early Sunday morning, Catholic Health hospitals have been working to identify a solution that would meet the parties' needs for a tentative agreement, end the strike, and enable Mercy Hospital associates to return to work and begin caring for patients again.
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Thu, Nov 4th 2021 11:05 am
"This Is Christmas," the first holiday offering from acclaimed BEC Recordings hitmaker Tasha Layton, is now available. Produced by Layton's husband, Grammy and Dove Award winner Keith Everette Smith, the six-song EP features four original selections co-penned by Layton, as well as two Christmas classics.
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Thu, Nov 4th 2021 11:05 am
Singer, songwriter and worship leader Ryan Ellis was introduced this past summer as the newest member of the Provident Label Group/Sony Music family with his debut single, "Heart of the Father." The song, which at press time has more than 5 million streams, continues to be heard on radio stations across the U.S. and is the most-added single this week, vaulting it into the Top 20.
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Thu, Nov 4th 2021 11:00 am
National Grid customers across the company's service area will set their clocks, watches and devices back one hour this weekend to coincide with the end of daylight saving time, which occurs at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 7. The occasion is also an opportunity to change batteries in carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms, and to review some simple home safety tips.
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Thu, Nov 4th 2021 11:00 am
Congressman Brian Higgins on Wednesday welcomed the recent announcement the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for use to vaccinate children ages 5-11.
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