Thu, Jun 7th 2018 01:20 pm
On Thursday, Mayor Arthur Pappas announced that the Thursdays on the Water concert series at Gratwick Riverside Park would return for a second year.
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Thu, Jun 7th 2018 11:55 am
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District, urges the public with properties along Lake Erie to contact USACE's regulatory branch at 716-879-4330 or visit online at http://www.lrb.usace.army.mil/Missions/Regulatory.aspx to ensure proper permits are in order for any existing or planned shoreline alterations.
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Thu, Jun 7th 2018 11:55 am
GOP Congressman Chris Collins announced funding for a state-of-the-art fitness facility at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station (ARS) is included in an appropriations bill expected to pass the House this week.
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Thu, Jun 7th 2018 11:50 am
KeyBank is making a $750,000 donation to Goodwill of Western Ne w York to support a new program, the long-term employment support initiative. LTES aims to improve job retention by supporting Goodwill's clients for up to 36 months after their initial job placement.
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Thu, Jun 7th 2018 11:25 am
To celebrate the brand's 47th birthday, on Thursday, June 14, Hard Rock Cafe, Niagara Falls USA, will pay homage to 1971 with an Original Legendary Burger offer for just 71 cents per guest on a first-come, first-served basis from 11 a.m. to noon.
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Thu, Jun 7th 2018 10:30 am
Spandau Ballet has made a return to the stage, introducing their new singer, Ross William Wild, at a very special club show at London's Subterania. The band sought to prove that, as the song goes, members no longer "find it hard to write the next line."
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Thu, Jun 7th 2018 10:25 am
New York State Sen. Chris Jacobs announced passage of a bill he sponsored (S5884) that will add four new derivatives of fentanyl to the controlled substance schedule regulated by the Department of Health.
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Thu, Jun 7th 2018 10:25 am
Afternoon downpours could spell disaster for millions of road trippers this summer, thanks to an unlikely suspect: tires. New research from AAA reveals driving on relatively worn tires at highway speeds in wet conditions can increase average stopping distances by a staggering 43 percent, or an additional 87 feet - more than the length of a semi-trailer truck - when compared to new tires.
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Thu, Jun 7th 2018 07:00 am
When Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush agreed to take a break from their band, Sugarland, little did they know "BIGGER" things would await them.
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Wed, Jun 6th 2018 05:10 pm
On Wednesday, Erie County Clerk Mickey Kearns announced the Erie County Sheriff's Office will conduct an assessment of security at each of the county's 11 auto bureau offices and mobile locations. Kearns has also written to the Erie County Legislature, requesting the appropriate committee consider and review the issue of security at local auto bureaus.
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Wed, Jun 6th 2018 12:30 pm
Following the success of the first season of "American Idol" on ABC, which crowned Iowa-native Maddie Poppe on its May 21 grand finale, America's beloved singing competition series announced Wednesday the list of audition cities for the network's second season. The nationwide search for the next superstar kicks off Saturday, Aug. 25, as the "Idol Bus" jumps into gear across America, offering hopefuls the chance to audition for a shot at superstardom.
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Wed, Jun 6th 2018 12:30 pm
Wednesday, June 6, is National Secure Your Load Day. The effort was established by Robin Abel, a traffic safety advocate whose daughter was severely injured in a debris-related crash, to help raise awareness about road debris crashes and to educate drivers about the importance of properly securing their load. For the past several years, AAA has been an active supporter of this important effort.
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Wed, Jun 6th 2018 12:30 pm
In some places, people wait all year long to dig into the local dishes served up in beach towns and on waterfronts across the country. This summer, Sabin Lomac is on a mission to find the best bites and seasonal standouts on "Seaside Snacks & Shacks," premiering Thursday, July 19 (10 p.m. ET).
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Wed, Jun 6th 2018 12:30 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the release of New York's final policy and form for manufacturer disclosures under the state's household cleansing product information disclosure program.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 05:45 pm
"Legacy," the RockFest Records debut from acclaimed hard rockers The Protest, is set to bow July 13.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 05:45 pm
Fallsview Casino Resort presents a stellar lineup of entertainment in September, including top-selling recording artists and live stage shows.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 05:45 pm
The Western New York Power Proceeds Allocation Board (WNYPPAB) on Tuesday voted to recommend $142,000 in funding to the Historic Palace Inc., a theater based in Lockport. The funding would pay for a portion of the costs associated with upgrading the theater, including new and expanded audience seating, a new stage rigging system and an expansion of the orchestra pit.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 05:45 pm
Michelin-starred chef Richie Farina is known for making food fun by incorporating science to push the limits of creativity with every meal he serves. On Thursday, July 12 (9 p.m. ET), he is bringing his creative chops to one of the most imaginative and competitive food arenas: carnival fairgrounds.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 05:45 pm
Niagara University's "2 Good 2 Toss" community garage sale program raised nearly $1,800 this year for student outreach programs - while also keeping hundreds of reusable items out of landfills.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 05:35 pm
The Buffalo Beauts on Tuesday announced the team agreed to terms with forward Corinne Buie.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 05:35 pm
The Country Music Association has announced Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini will return for a second year as hosts of "CMA Fest," the three-hour special that brings country music's ultimate fan experience to a national television audience. "CMA Fest" airs Wednesday, Aug. 8 (8 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 05:00 pm
Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals can win the first-ever Stanley Cup in the franchise's 44-year history this Thursday at 8 p.m. ET on NBC with a Game 5 victory against Marc-Andre Fleury and the Vegas Golden Knights from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Coverage begins at 6 p.m. on NBCSN with a two-hour edition of "NHL Live."
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:55 pm
M&T Bank on Tuesday announced the 49th anniversary season of its Plaza Event Series, an enduring symbol of M&T's commitment to downtown Buffalo. The 11-week concert series - a summertime tradition in Buffalo - is the longest-running free concert series of its kind in the U.S.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:55 pm
Deposits for Food presented $1,000 donations each to two Niagara Falls food pantries on Tuesday: Community Missions, and Heart, Love & Soul. Pictured, from left, are Fran Giles, Modern Corporation; Joseph Sbarbati, Community Missions; Sister Beth Brosmer, Heart, Love and Soul; and Angelo Sarkees, Deposits for Food.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:55 pm
Mount St. Mary's Hospital, part of Catholic Health, has received three-year reaccreditation from The Joint Commission, the nation's leading organization on hospital accreditation.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:50 pm
As part of AT&T's ongoing dedication to support first responders across New York, and to assist the New York State Troopers in the education of drivers on the dangers of distracted driving, the company contributed an "It Can Wait" 3-D virtual reality simulator to the New York State Police Troop A in Batavia. The VR can be used across Western New York for public safety education and programing.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:50 pm
In a letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Congressman Brian Higgins is calling on the agency to investigate how "disgusting and unsafe conditions have been allowed to persist by Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority (BMHA) despite substantial investment by the federal government and by the tenants themselves."
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:50 pm
The entertainment community is coming together for Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) and its sixth biennial roadblock televised fundraising special, supporting urgently needed research and new treatments for cancer.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:45 pm
Before the eight competitors in the JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto face off for an array of prizes in an intense week of competition, they will share their talents with the patients at Oishei Children's Hospital.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:45 pm
Nicholas Atallah plans to debate the chronology of the Cold War through information gathered in part from a summer trip to the National Archives in Washington, D.C. Sophia Smith will compare baby boomers to millennials on both sides of the Canadian-American border. Jacobe Wendell recently returned from a conference in Boston that will contribute to his analysis of the creation and implementation of artificial intelligence.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:45 pm
Grammy-nominated Rhett Walker Band has just released "Like Your Father Does," the second song from their upcoming self-titled EP releasing Aug. 10th (Essential Records/Sony Music). The song is the follow-up to "Say Hello," which debuted in April in addition to a new music video, which can be viewed HERE. To stream or download "Like Your Father Does," or to pre-order the EP to receive both songs immediately, click HERE.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:45 pm
The board of trustees of the Miss America Organization announced Tuesday groundbreaking changes for The 2019 Miss America Competition, effective this September, by declaring the 51 women representing their home states and the District of Columbia will no longer be judged on outward physical appearance.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:45 pm
New York State Sen. Chris Jacobs has announced passage of a law he co-sponsored that will provide greater protections for children by making it a criminal offense for a teacher or school employee to have a sexual relationship with a student under the age of 21.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:45 pm
Award-winning artist Chris August announces the release of his new album, "Seasons," his his first independent release since 2008. "Seasons" follows his three previous album releases with Fervent/Word: 2010's "No Far Away," "The Upside of Down" (2012) and 2015's "The Maker."
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 10:20 am
From 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., Saturday, New York State Sen. Chris Jacobs and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center will sponsor a job fair at the North Park Branch Library, 975 Hertel Ave., Buffalo. Staff from Roswell Park will be on hand to help attendees build a better resume and discuss open positions for nurses, laboratory technicians, clinical center associates, hospital clinical assistants and more.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 10:15 am
The Niagara Falls High School Class of 2008 donated more than 100 canned goods to Community Missions of the Niagara Frontier. Classmates did this Saturday, as they held their 10-year class reunion at the Hyde Park Arena.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 07:00 am
On Saturday, June 2, members of the Youngstown Lions Club volunteered at this year's "Tour De Cure," greeting participants and handing out food and refreshments at McFeely Plaza in Fort Niagara State Park.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 05:20 pm
After a two-year hiatus, the Niagara Power pulled off an 8-3 win against the Genesee Rapids at their home opener on Saturday, June 2. Starting pitcher Conrad Voss had seven strikeouts during the game, which remained tied 1-1 from the top of the third inning until the bottom of the sixth. That's when the Power scored five runs and finished off the victory.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 04:05 pm
Former Buffalo Bills quarterback and Hall of Famer Jim Kelly will be honored with the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance at The 2018 ESPYS Presented by Capital One.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 03:55 pm
Game 3 of the 2018 Stanley Cup Final between the expansion Vegas Golden Knights and the Washington Capitals on Saturday night set numerous consumption records across NBCSN, NBCSports.com, and the NBC Sports app, including:
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