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NYS Department of Labor establishes process to expedite employment certification for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Tue, Jan 3rd 2023 01:25 pm
The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) recently announced it has put enforcement measures in place to avert employment certification delays for those applying for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). This program allows eligible full-time public service and nonprofit workers to apply to have the remainder of their federal student loan debt forgiven after 120 qualifying payments.
Excelsior Scholarship application open for new applicants for spring 2023
Tue, Jan 3rd 2023 12:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced the application for the Excelsior Scholarship for new applicants for the spring 2023 term is open here. The Excelsior Scholarship, in combination with other student financial aid, allows eligible full-time students to attend a SUNY or CUNY two-year or four-year college tuition-free.
Lewiston-Porter Middle School high honor, honor, merit rolls
Tue, Dec 20th 2022 03:30 pm
Lewiston-Porter Middle School announced the following students were named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the first quarter marking period of the 2022-23 academic year.
Edward Town Middle School honor rolls
Tue, Dec 20th 2022 03:25 pm
Edward Town Middle School announced the following students were named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the first quarter marking period of the 2022-23 academic year.
Niagara University Student Nurses Association assists community with holiday drives
Tue, Dec 20th 2022 11:05 am
The holidays will be a little happier for those living on the margins of society, thanks to the students in Niagara University's Student Nurses Association. The group has been collecting canned goods, blankets, toiletries and personal hygiene products that it will donate to Community Missions of Niagara Frontier Inc. at the end of the semester.
Explore & More, LaBella Associates partner to bring free STEM programming to local libraries
Mon, Dec 19th 2022 01:05 pm
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum and its friends at LaBella Associates have partnered to "Raise the Roof" by bringing free STEM programming to various Buffalo & Erie County Public Libraries.
St. Stephen School first and second honors
Sat, Dec 17th 2022 07:00 am
St. Stephen School announced the following students have earned first and second honors recognition for the first quarter marking period of the 2022-23 academic year.
UB: Study finds racial discrimination impacts health across relationships
Fri, Dec 16th 2022 12:20 pm
Racial discrimination's effects on health have been dramatically underestimated, according to a study by a University at Buffalo sociologist that looks at the health implications of racism among two generations of African American couples.
Niagara University presents 'Story Lane on Ice'
Fri, Dec 16th 2022 07:00 am
On Dec. 8, Niagara University's Club Figure Skating, Future Teacher's Club, and Levesque Institute for Civic Engagement teamed up to transform the university's Dwyer Arena into "Story Lane on Ice."
Keep kids safe over the holidays: Medication safety at home and while traveling
Tue, Dec 13th 2022 01:45 pm
The holidays are a time for family, friends and festive gatherings. But they can also be a time for potential poisoning incidents involving medication - especially in children. That is why the Erie County Department of Health and the Department of Social Services are reminding parents and caregivers to make medication safety a priority during this holiday season.
Niagara County Community College to host inaugural cannabis conference
Mon, Dec 12th 2022 05:15 pm
The inaugural SUNY cannabis conference will take place Jan. 10, 2023, at Niagara County Community College, 3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn. In conjunction with the State University of New York, Genesee Community College, Jamestown Community College and SUNY Erie, NCCC will facilitate a unique conference that covers an array of topics from the "seed to sale" lifespan in the cannabis business.
Buffalo Bills, Highmark announce Ronald McDonald House Charities of WNY as 'Community Hero'
Mon, Dec 12th 2022 01:55 pm
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York and the Buffalo Bills announced Ronald McDonald House Charities of Western New York (RMHC of WNY) as the "Highmark Community Hero" for Sunday's game versus the New York Jets.
Veronica Connor Middle School honor rolls
Sat, Dec 10th 2022 07:00 am
Veronica Connor Middle School announced the following students were named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the first quarter marking period of the 2022-23 academic year.
Niagara County Legislature honors Roy-Hart FFA students
Fri, Dec 9th 2022 02:25 pm
The Niagara County Legislature honored the Royalton-Hartland School District chapter of the FFA at during its meeting this week. Members honored the students' success at the 95th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis, held this past October.
Niagara University announces construction of solar array on campus
Fri, Dec 9th 2022 02:25 pm
Niagara University announced it has partnered with Montante Solar to develop and maintain a solar array on its Lewiston campus. The array, which is expected to generate four megawatts at peak solar capacity, is targeted to be operational in October 2023 - and represents another major step forward in the university's commitment to environmental stewardship.
Cardinal O'Hara hosts BBC Band
Fri, Dec 9th 2022 12:15 pm
The Cardinal O'Hara High School Alumni Association will present two live concerts in the O'Hara Performing Arts Center, 39 O'Hara Road, Town of Tonawanda.
Night of holiday music set
Fri, Dec 9th 2022 09:20 am
The Grand Island Central School District said, "Please join us next Thursday, Dec. 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Grand Island High School Auditorium for an evening of holiday music. The concert will feature the Grand Island High School orchestra, choirs, concert band and wind ensemble."
Niagara Wheatfield High School honor rolls
Thu, Dec 8th 2022 06:55 pm
Niagara Wheatfield High School announced the following students were named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the first quarter marking period of the 2022-23 academic year.
Lewiston-Porter High School honor rolls
Thu, Dec 8th 2022 06:55 pm
Lewiston-Porter High School announced the following students have been named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the first quarter marking period of the 2022-23 academic year.
Higgins announces military service academy advisory panel
Wed, Dec 7th 2022 07:45 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins named nine local residents to serve on a service academy advisory committee. The panel met Dec. 4 to interview local high school students applying to one of the U.S. service academies, and to recommend those deserving of a nomination.
State Parks seeks lifeguards for 2023
Wed, Dec 7th 2022 09:55 am
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced there will be four lifeguard exams scheduled in the Niagara Region for the 2023 season.
SUNY board appoints John B. King Jr. as system's 15th chancellor
Mon, Dec 5th 2022 04:10 pm
The State University of New York board of trustees on Monday announced the appointment of John B. King Jr. as the 15th chancellor of SUNY, the largest comprehensive system of public higher education in the U.S.
Castellani Art Museum's latest exhibition, 'Connected Isolation,' explores shared struggles during COVID-19 pandemic
Mon, Dec 5th 2022 01:50 pm
Students from Niagara University's introduction to museum studies course navigated many emotions as they planned, curated and installed "Connected Isolation." This interactive exhibition, which explores the human experience during the COVID-19 pandemic, opened at the Castellani Art Museum (CAM) of Niagara University over the weekend. The public reception will be held from 4:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8.
Celebrate holidays at NU@822's community concert
Fri, Dec 2nd 2022 11:10 am
Niagara University will celebrate the holidays with a community concert featuring performances by the university's Danceline, Dancecrew and choir.
'Turkey Trot' supports Grand Island Neighbors Foundation
Fri, Dec 2nd 2022 10:00 am
The Neighbors Foundation said it appreciates the generosity of the teachers, administrators, students and parents who donated food as part of the "Elementary School Turkey Trot" event that was held at the Grand Island High School Track on Nov. 5. 
New twists, surprises for families attending GNBC's 'The Nutcracker' this year
Fri, Dec 2nd 2022 09:40 am
For three generations and counting, the Greater Niagara Ballet Company's production of "The Nutcracker" has been a holiday staple in Niagara County. That tradition continues this year, but with a few fun additions.
NYS: $28 million in federal funding to help students prepare for college
Thu, Dec 1st 2022 09:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York state was awarded a $28 million, seven-year Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs competitive grant from the U.S. Department of Education to increase college and career readiness for more than 6,200 low-income New York state students. The GEAR UP program will help New York students attending high-poverty middle and high schools prepare for and succeed in college.
NCCC EMS program to offer state-of-the-art training
Wed, Nov 30th 2022 09:55 pm
Through a $125,000 State University of New York grant funding award, the Niagara County Community College emergency medical services program is now able to provide instruction on an all-new, state-of-the-art AmbuMan Advanced training manikin as part of advanced life support course.
Niagara Falls, North Tonawanda high school students visit Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center to learn about injustices stemming from slavery
Wed, Nov 30th 2022 09:55 pm
On Wednesday morning, students from Niagara Falls and North Tonawanda high schools visited the Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center to learn about modern injustices that stems from slavery.
What's alarming pediatricians about surge in children's respiratory infections, the flu & COVID-19
Tue, Nov 29th 2022 01:10 pm
The request by children's hospitals nationwide this month that the federal government declare a formal state of emergency given the surge in respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and flu cases was no surprise to Oscar G. Gómez-Duarte, M.D.
Hunt Real Estate, Grand Island High School team up to support Neighbors Foundation
Sat, Nov 26th 2022 07:00 am
The seasons of our lives change as readily as the weather. Sometimes, Rebecca Simpson said, we need help, and, at other times, it is our turn to offer the assistance.
'Talking Gets Us There' - 'PBS KIDS Talk About: Race and Racism'
Tue, Nov 22nd 2022 03:10 pm
EPIC-Every Person Influences Children and Buffalo Toronto Public Media recently partnered to present "Talking Gets Us There," a free, family learning event for parents and caregivers of young children.
Tylec appointed to NCCC board of trustees
Tue, Nov 22nd 2022 01:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has appointed former dietetic studies professor Gail Tylec of North Tonawanda to fill a vacancy on the Niagara County Community College board of trustees.
KeyBank, First Niagara Foundation & General Motors provide over $50,000 in funding to Field & Fork Network
Mon, Nov 21st 2022 07:35 pm
Niagara Falls High School students will have an opportunity to enhance their education and receive professional development thanks to an investment from two foundations focused on strengthening Niagara County.
Record-setting Powerball jackpot delivers more than $100 million to New York
Mon, Nov 21st 2022 03:20 pm
Even though the record-setting $2.04 billion Powerball jackpot was claimed in California, ticket sales leading up to the Nov. 7 draw generated more than $100 million combined for New York's public schools and Lottery retailers.
Life-sized 'Gingerbread Wonderland' returns to Niagara Falls Culinary Institute
Mon, Nov 21st 2022 09:35 am
"Gingerbread Wonderland" will return to the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (NFCI) from Nov. 26 through Dec. 18. Events will run from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays, and from noon to 4 p.m. Sundays.
Senior citizens breakfast at Wilson
Mon, Nov 21st 2022 07:00 am
The Wilson Central School District announced the annual senior citizens breakfast is back. This event is hosted by the Wilson Teachers' Association. 2022 marks the 38th year for the event, after a two-year hiatus due to the coronavirus.
Grand Island High School recognized for recent food drive
Sat, Nov 19th 2022 07:00 am
This fall, Grand Island High School students have organized several food drives, to benefit both the Grand Island Neighbors Foundation and FeedMore WNY. One of those recent food drives was titled "Huddle for Hunger with the Buffalo Bills!"
Niagara University President's Dinner honors several individuals who have impacted lives of others
Fri, Nov 18th 2022 02:35 pm
Niagara University honored Bishop Darius G. Pridgen, the OSC Charitable Foundation, and the Rev. Joseph G. Hubbert, C.M., at its 2022 President's Dinner, Wednesday, Nov. 9, at the Niagara Falls Convention Center. Proceeds from the President's Dinner benefit Niagara University's scholarship programs. More than $275,000 was raised toward student scholarship assistance during the event.
Town of Lewiston reaches agreement with Niagara University for holiday skating at Dwyer Ice Arena
Fri, Nov 18th 2022 11:25 am
As the 2022 holiday season opens, the Town of Lewiston has some good news for the community and for the town's essential workers employees: At Monday's work session, board members announced an agreement with Niagara University for open skating at the Dwyer Ice Arena during the holiday season.
 

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