Thu, Nov 15th 2018 03:25 pm
A new survey from AAA finds 40 percent of Americans expect partially automated driving systems, with names like Autopilot, ProPILOT or Pilot Assist, to have the ability to drive the car by itself, indicating a gap in consumer understanding of these technologies and reality.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 03:25 pm
Santa Claus will make his way to the Village of Hamburg's historic Erie Railroad Depot at the corner of Scott and Union streets by train on Saturday, Dec. 1. St. Nick will arrive at 9:30 a.m. aboard a train pulled by "Viscose Company" No. 6, a 1925 0-4-0 steam locomotive. Santa will then make his way inside the depot to Artcraft Toy Trains, where he'll meet with children until 5 p.m. Parents are encouraged to bring their cameras to take free pictures with Santa.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:50 am
The Historical Society of North German Settlements recently celebrated the 175th anniversary of the settlement of the three original German Lutheran communities and churches in Wheatfield in 1843.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:50 am
Recently, the Niagara Frontier League released All-League award winners for the league's respective sports. The following is a list of Niagara-Wheatfield fall sport athletes who were honored.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:45 am
This Thanksgiving, the public is encouraged to the seventh annual Spice Creek Thanksgiving 5K.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:45 am
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls, USA announced Tuesday that four new tenants, plus two seasonal retailers, have opened in time for the holiday shopping season. Highlights from the list include Regatta Great Outdoors, Boost Mobile, Boba Stop, and Eyebrow Bar.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:40 am
The folks of Wheatfield got a little taste of what Empire State Wrestling is all about last year, when Vince Mease - known as Vince Valor in the ring - came back home to wrestle in his hometown. Local wrestling fans will be excited to hear that ESW will make its return to the Town of Wheatfield and pack an even greater punch.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:35 am
The North Tonawanda Department of Youth, Recreation and Parks announced Monday that the annual Letters to Santa program will begin.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:35 am
Join the Carnegie Art Center to celebrate the fourth annual Art Off The Wall exhibition and fundraiser to benefit the CAC in North Tonawanda.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:30 am
Correctional Officer Craig Klemick recently came to the Niagara Career and Technical Education Center to share his experiences as a correctional officer at Marcy Correctional Facility with security and law enforcement students.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:25 am
On Wednesday, Nov. 14, the Kiwanis K-Kids of West Street Elementary School held an assembly based on habit No. 2: "Begin with the end in mind."
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:25 am
On Friday, Nov. 9, the Kiwanis K-Kids of Colonial Village Elementary School presented a veterans assembly and breakfast.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:20 am
The following is a list of upcoming events at the Sanborn-Lewiston Farm Museum, 2660 Saunders Settlement:
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:15 am
High school basketball season is right around the corner, and with that brings the 19th Cataract City Classic at Niagara Falls High School.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:10 am
Maj. Gen. Ray Shields, the adjutant general for the State of New York, announced the promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:10 am
As part of our commitment to being a good neighbor and operating in an environmentally responsible manner, the Niagara Falls Landfill continues to make investments in infrastructure and explore ways to enhance operations and controls.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:05 am
On Tuesday afternoon, Town of Niagara Supervisor Lee Wallace announced that "Noel at Niagara" will make its return to Veterans Memorial Community Park for the upcoming holiday season.
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Thu, Nov 15th 2018 11:00 am
Monday morning, the Town of Niagara Lions Club, local elected officials, and town residents gathered at Veterans Memorial Community Park to remember and honor the veterans who served the country in all wars and conflicts.
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Wed, Nov 14th 2018 06:10 pm
Niagara Falls State Park will again be offering free prime viewing of the "Cascades of Fire" International Fireworks Competition for the upcoming weekend. Each show will begin at 9 p.m. and run approximately 18 minutes.
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Wed, Nov 14th 2018 06:10 pm
The New York State Department of Health has approved funding for Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center to continue its successful breast and prostate cancer peer education program.
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Wed, Nov 14th 2018 06:10 pm
Morgan Marotta, M.B.A., has been promoted to director of physician and mid-level recruitment at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
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Wed, Nov 14th 2018 10:35 am
Nate McMurray released the following statement Wednesday, as he continues to monitor the vote totals for NY-27 (edited for style):
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Wed, Nov 14th 2018 10:35 am
On Thursday, New York State Sen. Rob Ortt will attend the White House as a guest for a special conference that is being coordinated by the White House's office of intergovernmental affairs. This event will examine how veterans and their families are currently supported through state and federal government relationships.
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Wed, Nov 14th 2018 09:25 am
"The Big Easy in Buffalo" announced its new status for 2019 as a not-for-profit organization under the direction of founder Tod A. Kniazuk. It also announced its 12th annual "Mardi Gras Jam" will take place Febr. 13 at Buffalo Iron Works with New Orleans headlining band Galactic. A local opener and community activities will soon be announced.
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Wed, Nov 14th 2018 09:25 am
Mount St. Mary's Hospital has unveiled a third series of works from artists of Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara.
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Tue, Nov 13th 2018 05:30 pm
The St. Francis Guild of Mount St. Mary's Hospital recently held a memorial Mass for members of the organization who passed away in 2018. Monsignor David LiPuma, pastor of St. Peter Roman Catholic Church in Lewiston, presided at the event held in the hospital chapel.
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Tue, Nov 13th 2018 05:25 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced there will be a public meeting to outline upcoming projects related to the habitat restoration of the Niagara River.
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Tue, Nov 13th 2018 12:50 pm
Tuesday morning, DeGraff Memorial Hospital and Kaleida Health staff, along with local elected officials and more helped cut the ribbon to the new $7.8 million emergency department.
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Tue, Nov 13th 2018 09:30 am
The Buffalo Sabres announced the team will partner with Wegmans and Entercom Buffalo for a Thanksgiving turkey drive on Thursday, Nov. 15, to benefit local food pantries. The turkey drive will take place from 6 to 9 a.m. in the following locations:
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Tue, Nov 13th 2018 07:00 am
AAA projects 54.3 million Americans will journey 50 miles or more away from home this Thanksgiving, a 4.8 percent increase over last year. The 2018 holiday weekend will see the highest Thanksgiving travel volume in more than a dozen years (since 2005), with 2.5 million more people taking to the nation's roads, skies, rails and waterways compared with last year.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2018 05:25 pm
Schoellkopf Health Center resident and U.S. Army veteran Daniel Guariglia, seated, paid his respects to military veterans whose names are engraved on the Niagara Falls Veterans Memorial during Veterans Day ceremonies held there Sunday.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2018 02:00 pm
Mount St. Mary's Hospital joined with the Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence for a special appreciation luncheon to honor associates, volunteers and residents on Veterans Day.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2018 01:35 pm
Lewiston Music will present a "Carols for a Cause" music recital at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11. The event is a benefit the Heart, Love & Soul Food Pantry and Dining room at Stella Niagara Education Park, 4421 Lower River Road.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2018 12:20 pm
Music icon Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys brings the "Pet Sounds Final Performances Tour" to the Artpark Mainstage Theater at 8 p.m. June 15, 2019. Joined by original bandmate Al Jardine and guitarist Blondie Chapman, Wilson will perform the "Pet Sounds" album in its entirety along with deep cuts and hits.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2018 12:00 pm
As fall inches closer to winter, many Western New Yorkers will begin to decorate their homes for the holidays. But for some residents, decorating is a luxury. So, for the 11th straight year, hundreds of young volunteers will "brighten" a Buffalo neighborhood out of the kindness of their hearts.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2018 11:55 am
Ann Magers, office coordinator in Niagara University's College of Arts & Sciences, was presented with NU's Outstanding Employee Award on Nov. 6 by the Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., president.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2018 11:35 am
Grand Island Supervisor Nate McMurray, who ran against Chris Collins for the NY-27 Senate seat, released the following statement on Monday:
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Mon, Nov 12th 2018 11:35 am
Get ready for pizza, pizza and more pizza! The inaugural "Festival of Slice," "A Celebration of Niagara Falls USA Pizza," is planned for 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30, at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute, 28 Old Falls St. Admission is free and the event is open to the public.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2018 11:35 am
A theme tray raffle will be conducted Sunday, Nov. 18, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 755 Erie Ave., North Tonawanda, to benefit the Ghostlight Theatre. Doors open at noon. Admission is $5 and includes one sheet of 25 tickets. Drawing starts at 2:30 p.m. Pizza, nachos, desserts, pop and coffee will be available.
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Mon, Nov 12th 2018 11:00 am
"Weird Al" Yankovic's "Strings Attached" tour will make an Artpark stop at 7 p.m. July 23 as part of the "Tuesdays in the Park presented by M&T Bank" 2019 concert series. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 16
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