Mon, Oct 30th 2023 01:10 pm
The fourth annual "Art of Fashion" design competition and runway show returns to the Niagara Arts and Cultural Center, at 7 p.m. Nov. 11, with what organizers called "Incredible couture creations by 36 local designers ... worn by over 80 models on the NACC's Grand Theatre stage."
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 11:05 am
This November, during Native American Heritage Month, communities throughout New York state will celebrate the culture and traditions of Indigenous peoples. Yet, a disproportionate number of those from Native Nations experience adverse health resulting from commercial tobacco use. Specialists with the New York State Smokers' Quitline are ready to assist members of Native Nations and all who live throughout the state with free and confidential resources to quit.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 07:00 am
The "LiveNF Makers Market," presented by the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area, returns on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25, as part of Jingle Falls USA.
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Sat, Oct 28th 2023 01:00 pm
Town of Niagara Active Hose was the scene of a mega meat and basket raffle to benefit Francis Center, a ministry of the Sisters of St. Francis at Stella Niagara. More than $3,000 worth of beef, pork, chicken and fish was up for grabs at the mid-October event, in addition to dozens of themed baskets.
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Fri, Oct 27th 2023 02:30 pm
On Friday, New York State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt presented the New York State Senate Commendation Award to 10-year-old Liam Lynch from North Tonawanda.
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Fri, Oct 27th 2023 11:40 am
Niagara County Legislator Randy Bradt announced registration is now open for the county's next household hazardous waste (HHW) collection event, which will be held Saturday, Nov. 4, in North Tonawanda. The county will also be offering paper shredding. The event is open to all Niagara County residents, but people must register in advance.
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Fri, Oct 27th 2023 11:00 am
It was an hour before opening Wednesday when Dominic Colucci arrived at the main dining room of the Como Restaurant and the phone was already ringing. As soon as he hung up from that call, the phone rang again. And again.
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Fri, Oct 27th 2023 07:00 am
On Saturday, the St. Johnsburg Volunteer Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary celebrated its 70th anniversary at the firehall on Ward and Krueger roads.
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Fri, Oct 27th 2023 07:00 am
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Fri, Oct 27th 2023 07:00 am
The Das Haus, Einhaus und Der Stall German Heritage Museum recently received a quilt of Das Haus.
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Thu, Oct 26th 2023 08:35 pm
The Carnegie Art Center announced "All of Our Relations," a month-long celebration in honor of Native American Heritage Month, featuring the rich cultural heritage of the Seneca and Tuscarora nations. This event will take place from Nov. 1-29 at the Carnegie Art Center, 240 Goundry St., North Tonawanda.
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Thu, Oct 26th 2023 08:35 pm
Ten students in Niagara University's College of Hospitality, Sport, and Tourism Management are beginning a unique four-year program that will give them special access and opportunities in the field of professional sports with one of the leaders in the industry.
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Thu, Oct 26th 2023 08:35 pm
U.S. News & World Report, a leader in hospital rankings and consumer advice, has named three Catholic Health hospitals "High Performing" in the Buffalo Region for 2023-24 in every one of its key medical specialties:
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Thu, Oct 26th 2023 08:30 pm
The Niagara History Center will hold a school holiday Veterans Day program for children ages 7-11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10.
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Thu, Oct 26th 2023 08:30 pm
"Everyone should have a doula," noted one mother who birthed with a doula from the Every Woman & Child Counts project.
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Wed, Oct 25th 2023 05:55 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health lead poisoning prevention programs encourage everyone with a young child in their home to know their risks of lead poisoning and get children tested for lead at age 1 year and age 2 years.
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Wed, Oct 25th 2023 05:55 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced the appointment of Mary Brigante, MS, BSN, R.N., as the director of the intermediate care unit.
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Wed, Oct 25th 2023 11:30 am
Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman announced 22-year-old Gabriel Behrens of Niagara Falls, after pleading guilty to a series of crimes occurring in the Falls in 2022 and 2023, was sentenced.
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Wed, Oct 25th 2023 11:00 am
The Niagara County Department of Public Works announced KHEOPS Architecture, Engineering & Survey, DPC, will perform land surveying for a future infrastructure improvement project along Upper Mountain Road, between Lockport Junction Road and Route 31. Survey crews may be present any time between now and Nov. 30 during normal weekday business hours.
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Tue, Oct 24th 2023 02:50 pm
The local history department at the Niagara Falls Public Library will continue its "Monday Evening Talk Series," featuring speakers and institutions across Niagara Falls. These talks will be held at the Niagara Falls Public Library, LaSalle Branch, and are sponsored by the Friends of the Niagara Falls Public Library.
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Mon, Oct 23rd 2023 02:00 pm
U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced the Justice Department has awarded grant funding to 26 municipalities, school districts and human service organizations totaling $16,440,491 to support criminal justice initiatives across the Western District of New York.
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Mon, Oct 23rd 2023 01:55 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is now accepting applications for $976,622 in Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant funding to help rural fire departments protect public safety and natural resources. The application deadline is Nov. 15.
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Mon, Oct 23rd 2023 12:45 pm
The Niagara Regional Theatre Guild will present what it called a heartwarming, romantic comedy musical, "The Baker's Wife," Nov. 3-19 at the Ellicott Creek Playhouse, 550 Ellicott Creek, Tonawanda.
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Mon, Oct 23rd 2023 12:45 pm
Tops Friendly Markets will once again offer military personnel and their immediate families an 11% discount off of their grocery bill this Veterans Day. This marks the 11th year Tops has been extending this discount to military personnel and their families. Since its inception, the Veterans Day discount has saved veterans and their families more than $781,000.
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Mon, Oct 23rd 2023 12:45 pm
Niagara Pride is calling on local LGBTQ+ providers and community organizations to be part of the #WNYPrideNetworkForSocialGood. This Niagara Pride initiative will focus on ways LGBTQ+ organizations can unite to build bridges with other groups and agencies in order to improve Western New York.
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Sat, Oct 21st 2023 05:30 pm
Shortly before 8 p.m. last night, in the 1100 block of 19th Street, a 26-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to his arm and midsection. He was brought to NFMMC and then transported to ECMC for non-life-threatening injuries.
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Fri, Oct 20th 2023 06:20 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 36-year-old Vincent E. Smith of Niagara Falls pleaded guilty this morning before Erie County Court Judge James Bargnesi to one count of attempted criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree (class "D" felony).
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Fri, Oct 20th 2023 06:20 pm
The Niagara County Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services, in partnership with the Community Network of Care (CNOC) for Children & Families in Niagara County, is excited to announce the release of a new smartphone application. This app will serve as an innovative way for the department to connect with Niagara County residents, quickly providing information and resources to anyone with a smartphone.
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Fri, Oct 20th 2023 06:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 36 public-use airports across New York will receive approximately $49 million for strategic infrastructure enhancements that, her team said, "will enhance safety, facilitate innovation, leverage existing resources, advance business development, and promote sustainability and resiliency."
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Fri, Oct 20th 2023 02:25 pm
Students from the fourth and eighth grade classes at Holy Ghost Lutheran school recently visited Elderwood Nursing Home. Students brought companionship to the elderly residents, as well as pumpkins and cards to decorate the facility.
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Fri, Oct 20th 2023 02:25 pm
Niagara Career and Technical Education Center's VIP food service class spent a delightful morning with School Resource Officer Deputy Michelle Ohar. Teacher Alan Benevento invited Deputy Ohar to help his students decorate cupcakes.
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Fri, Oct 20th 2023 02:25 pm
Saturday, Oct. 28, marks the 25th annual National Drug Take Back Day hosted by the Drug Enforcement Administration. As this day approaches Tops Friendly Markets would like to remind the community that all 54 of its pharmacy locations are approved drop-off locations for prescription drugs.
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Fri, Oct 20th 2023 02:25 pm
Tops Friendly Markets announced the kickoff of its annual "Free Gas & Groceries Campaign," which will run Oct. 22 through Nov. 4 at all participating Tops locations.
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Fri, Oct 20th 2023 02:25 pm
On Oct. 18, at 7:26 p.m., the Niagara County Sheriff's Office dispatch center received a call reporting a house fire at 6988 Jennifer Court in the Town of Wheatfield.
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Fri, Oct 20th 2023 02:25 pm
Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball announced $1 million is available through round 2 of New York state's Urban Farms and Community Gardens Grant. The program is designed to support community growing spaces and recognize their impact on local food resiliency and food security for New Yorkers.
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Fri, Oct 20th 2023 02:25 pm
"Murder Runs in the Family," a comedy whodunit, will be on stage Nov. 17 and 18 in the Performing Arts Center at Cardinal O'Hara High School in the Town of Tonawanda.
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Fri, Oct 20th 2023 11:00 am
Town of Niagara officials have more work to do before they can amend a local zoning law governing self-storage facilities.
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Fri, Oct 20th 2023 07:00 am
The Halloween trick or treat schedule in the City of Niagara Falls will be from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 31. We ask all drivers to watch out for children walking on roadways, curbs, and medians.
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Fri, Oct 20th 2023 07:00 am
The Town of Niagara Recreation Department will present a Halloween party and costume contest from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, at the Town of Niagara Community Center, 7000 Lockport Road. This evening includes music, crafts and food, as well as costume contests for different age groups.
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Thu, Oct 19th 2023 10:20 pm
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