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Assemblywoman Jane Corwin, in an effort to help restock the shelves of many local charities that have run bare, delivered food to local Western New York food banks as part of her "Annual Food Drive to Combat Hunger."

Cornerstone Community Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Lockport, has announced its award of scholarships to 10 high school student members of the credit union in the amount of $350 each.

It's no secret that students sometimes leave usable items in their wake as the hustle to summer vacation begins. A Niagara University committee is coordinating an effort to put those items to good use.

State Sen. George Maziarz, a member of the Niagara University Class of 1976, was presented with the St. Vincent de Paul Award from his alma mater during commencement services this past weekend.

State Sen. George Maziarz today announced that Richard Soluri of Lewiston will be reappointed as a full member of the Niagara River Greenway Commission.

"Dick Soluri is without comparison when it comes serving the people of the Niagara Region," Maziarz said. "He truly enjoyed his former experiences on the Greenway Commission, and the organization began to make a lasting difference thanks in large part to his leadership."

Soluri previously served as a member and vice chairman of the commission from its inception in 2004-5 until the summer of 2009.

Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today sent letters to the CEOs of Apple, Google/Motorola, Microsoft, and Samsung seeking information about their efforts to protect customers from the rise in violent street crimes known as "Apple Picking."

New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today that the New York State Common Retirement Fund was valued at an estimated $160.4 billion and earned an estimated 10.38 percent rate of return on its investments for the fiscal year ending March 31.

The following activity occurred Monday, April 29, to Sunday, May 5, as reported by the Lewiston Police Department. LPD logged a total of 99 response calls during this period.

The following incidents occurred from April 22 to 28, as reported by the Grand Island Fire Co. A total of 22 calls were answered by the department during this period. The GIFC has responded to 422 calls so far this year.

The Erie County Sheriff's Office responded to 151 calls from April 20 to 26. Below is a sampling of the noteworthy incidents on Grand Island.

New action-packed event series "24: Live Another Day" to restart iconic clock in summer 2014 on FOX; Kiefer Sutherland to return as Jack Bauer in new event series.

NBC has named the versatile Emmy-winning writer/performer Seth Meyers as the new host of "Late Night" when Jimmy Fallon moves to "The Tonight Show" in 2014.

The Lewiston Garden Club members will meet at Hennepin Park, corner of Center and South Fourth streets, at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 20, for the purpose of planting annuals in the park. Members will also be planting at the Lewiston Museum and the Lewiston Public Library.

About 125 runners and walkers came to Youngstown Saturday, May 11, for the 19th annual Nancy Price 5K Race and Walk.

The University at Buffalo's Office of Economic Development has initiated a series of roundtable discussions with industry members that will pinpoint challenges and guide enhanced relationships between the university and business community in pursuit of economic development.

State Sen. Mark Grisanti, R-I-60, has introduced a bill that would increase criminal penalties to those who abuse or kill animals during the commission of a felony.

Join the National Association of Women Business Owners Buffalo Niagara and WKBW-TV Wednesday, June 5, as they recognize the 2012-13 Women in Leadership.

The Recording Academy and CBS have announced dates for the Grammy Awards in 2014 and 2015.

Hunter Bell's winning capsule collections will be available online and in stores including 50 Macy's locations and 15 Express locations nationwide.

The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce will recognize 10 area individuals and businesses at its annual Chamber Awards Gala, Friday, May 17, at the Niagara Falls Country Club in Lewiston.

As part of its 40th anniversary gala, Artpark & Company will hold an auction filled with prizes guests are highly unlikely to find elsewhere.

The picture you see here was taken at Fox BoyZ Marina (the old Petroy Marina) in Youngstown. Fox BoyZ is one of 18 weigh stations spread across the Lake Ontario counties of New York state for the annual spring Lake Ontario Counties Derby (www.LOC.org).

In news of interest to area boaters and Lake Ontario property owners, the International St. Lawrence River Board of Control has announced its plan of maintaining current lake levels for the foreseeable future.

Niagara Freewheelers Bicycle Touring Club has been pedaling across town since 1991 when Virginia and Bill Stewart founded the bike club. Now, more than 20 years later, with more than 300 rides scheduled a year and a member base close to 300, it's obvious on this club's direction.

Slender Inspirations celebrated its opening with the Chamber of Commerce and elected officials. Owner Margaret Mokhiber (center, holding scissors) shared the day with family and friends.

Domova celebrated the opening of its new and used home décor retail location at 421 Center St. (upper), Lewiston. Chamber board members and elected officials came to welcome owners Ed and Kylie Evanz and their family to the business community.

Students from more than 10 area schools inspired by the anti-bullying spirit will compete for the best musical show in front of "Jersey Boys" cast members and other celebrity judges at the "BAND Against Bullying" multi-school music and arts festival to be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, at UB's Center for the Arts.

Community Missions of Niagara Frontier honored many of the volunteers and supporters who make its mission possible at its 21st annual Compassion in Action Awards Brunch, hosted Thursday by the LaSalle Yacht Club in Niagara Falls.

Five remaining "Dancing with the Stars" couples take to the ballroom floor during the semifinals on Monday, May 13 (8-10:01 p.m.). Each couple performs two routines, inching one step closer to the coveted mirror ball trophy.

In his travels around the world, Fabio Viviani has visited many places. But he's only passed through Western New York. That will change next week when he makes a special appearance in Amherst.

FOX has picked up "Junior MasterChef," a new culinary competition series for talented kids between the ages of 8 and 13 who love to cook, as part of a new multi-year deal with award-winning chef Gordon Ramsay.

USA announced today that its Emmy-nominated original drama series and ratings juggernaut "Burn Notice" will air its seventh and final season beginning Thursday, June 6, at 9 p.m.

When Aaron Sydor receives his undergraduate diploma this Saturday afternoon, his mother, Kathy, won't be waiting at the other side of the stage to congratulate him. Instead, she'll be right behind him, joining her son as a member of the Niagara University Class of 2013.

Kick start your Memorial Day with "Veronica Mars," the show everyone's talking about. Catch up on your favorites - or tune in to find out what all the buzz is about.

The New York State Office for the Aging hosted the 2013 Senior Citizens Recognition Day event to honor and recognize the significant contributions made by older volunteers from across the state.

Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. today launched its 2013 season of summer programming at Canalside and debuted www.canalsidebuffalo.com, a mobile-friendly events calendar. An open house will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, at Canalside.

Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman announced today that his office has secured a settlement with Quest Diagnostics, one of the world's largest providers of medical diagnostic testing, information and services, to ensure that applicants for employment are not automatically disqualified based on prior arrests or criminal convictions and without considering mitigating factors, as required by New York state law.

ABC's "The Chew" serves up a tasty treat in primetime with co-hosts Mario Batali, Michael Symon, Carla Hall, Clinton Kelly and Daphne Oz roving the country for the most unforgettable barbecues and cookouts

Erie Community College officials gathered during National Nurses Week to formally announce the largest gift in their school's history - a $1.1 million private donation to benefit its nursing program.