Tue, Sep 13th 2011 12:50 pm
For the second straight year, Niagara University is among the top 20 percent of all colleges, universities and trade schools nationwide that are doing the most to embrace America's veterans as students, according to G.I. Jobs magazine.
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Mon, Sep 12th 2011 05:30 am
The Village of Lewiston Recreation Department and the Lewiston Historical Museum are joining together to present their second "Clothesline Series" of Lewiston photos from the past. These images will be on display on Saturday, Sept. 17, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lewiston Red Brick Gym, 145 N. Fourth St.
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Mon, Sep 12th 2011 05:30 am
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation opened a more than 90-day public comment period on its revised draft Supplemental Generic Environmental Impact Statement, DEC Commissioner Joe Martens announced Sept. 7. In addition, the agency will issue its proposed regulations governing high-volume hydraulic fracturing in early October.
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Sun, Sep 11th 2011 07:00 am
"As we approach the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, I join many of my colleagues who serve as elected officials when I say 'thank you' to our country's emergency responders and military personnel.
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Sun, Sep 11th 2011 07:00 am
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Sat, Sep 10th 2011 12:25 am
The tents are up, a host of rides, vendors and concessions are going full tilt and thousands are enjoying another Lewiston Kiwanis Peach Festival.
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Sat, Sep 10th 2011 12:00 am
"Our Tuesday nights have been a real bear," Village of Lewiston Mayor Terry Collesano said Monday of the free concert nights at Artpark.
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Fri, Sep 9th 2011 07:00 pm
The Niagara County Sheriff's Office, Town of Niagara Police, New York State Police, Niagara County Auxiliary Police, and Wheatfield constables along with local fire companies will manage various traffic control points outside of the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station for the Thunder Over Niagara air show this weekend.
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Fri, Sep 9th 2011 04:55 pm
The New York State Public Employees Federation will host its annual statewide convention in Niagara Falls from Sept. 11-14.
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Fri, Sep 9th 2011 04:45 pm
Border Community SERVICE of Niagara University will present a pair of free community preparedness training courses this fall, with one taking place on Grand Island (Sept. 15) and the other in the City of Buffalo (Sept. 21).
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Fri, Sep 9th 2011 04:15 pm
The Bobby Grenga Memorial 5K run/walk begins at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 11, at Goat Island (parking lot 3) in Niagara Falls. The cost is $25 ($15 for students). All proceeds benefit the Bobby Grenga Memorial Scholarship Fund.
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Fri, Sep 9th 2011 07:00 am
The Niagara County Builders Association has announced the builders who will be featured in its 2011 Parade of Homes home show in Niagara County and Grand Island.
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Fri, Sep 9th 2011 07:00 am
The Carnegie Art Center in North Tonawanda will hold its 2012 Members Exhibition from Thursday, Sept. 15, to Friday, Oct. 7.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 02:20 pm
Lewiston Fire Co. No. 2 will be the site of "September Sizzler," a fundraiser for Community Missions of the Niagara Frontier. Barbecue chicken and barbecue ribs will be sold (eat-in or takeout) beginning at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15, at the firehall, 1705 Saunders Settlement Road.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:55 pm
An eight-week community preparedness course will to take place at Grand Island Fire Co. headquarters.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:40 pm
Starting Thursday, Sept. 15, and continuing for six weeks, Mount St. Mary's will present the "CHEERS Program" ("Choosing Healthy Eating and Exercise Routines for a Healthier Life"). This program teaches children and their families simple eating and exercise plans, which they can internalize and use throughout life.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:25 pm
In support of the Thunder Over Niagara air show, Niagara Falls Bridge Commission Chairman Pat Brown, right, presents a contribution to air show Chairman John Cooper, center, and Niagara Military Affairs Council Chairman Merrell Lane.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:15 pm
The third annual Western New York Parade and Cruise for motorcycles, trucks and cars will begin with registration at 10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 18, at Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:15 pm
The Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas and the Ken-Ton Chamber will hold Putts for Pets, a charity golf tournament, on Monday, Sept. 12, at Tan Tara Golf Club, 4391 Tonawanda Creek Road, North Tonawanda.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:10 pm
Some residents remain skeptical about plans for the former Shawnee Landing property off Shawnee Road in Wheatfield.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 12:45 pm
The Niagara University community will join the rest of the U.S. in commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with several activities scheduled for this Sunday.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 12:40 pm
The Western New York Regional Economic Development Council invites readers to a community workshop designed to gather input and aid in the creation of a five-year economic development plan. The event runs from 6 until 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15, at Niagara County Community College (Humanities & Social Sciences Building, Room E140, 3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn.
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Wed, Sep 7th 2011 09:05 am
Parents, get your babies, pictures, and cameras ready, because Mount St. Mary's Hospital is planning its 18th annual baby reunion. This year's event will feature all of the children who were born at the hospital during 2010, and their families.
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Wed, Sep 7th 2011 09:00 am
'We're standing here because we want to give a voice to all the women who aren't," Niagara County Legislator Kari Bullman proclaimed to those watching her and three colleagues reach across party lines to form the Niagara County Legislature's Women's Caucus Tuesday night.
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Wed, Sep 7th 2011 07:05 am
On Friday, Sept. 9, the City of Niagara Falls, the P2 Collaborative of Western New York, and Niagara University kick off "Creating a Healthier Niagara Falls: A Neighborhood Empowerment Approach." An official ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at noon to celebrate the opening of the outreach office inside the Anthony Spallino Towers at 720 Tenth St., Niagara Falls.
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Wed, Sep 7th 2011 07:00 am
Niagara Feline Friends is running a low-cost spay/neuter clinic for cats. The event is open to anyone, regardless of income. The $75 fee also includes distemper and rabies shots.
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Tue, Sep 6th 2011 04:05 pm
If the Niagara County Legislature enacts legislation authored by Minority Leader Dennis F. Virtuoso, D-Niagara Falls, a health insurance benefit offered to county lawmakers since the 1970s will be eliminated - leading to a projected $81,000 savings.
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Tue, Sep 6th 2011 02:30 pm
The Porter Historical Society Museum will unveil a 22-foot mural, which depicts the 7-mile right-of-way of the Lewiston Youngstown Frontier Railway, commonly referred to as the "The Old Fort Route," at 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 19, in the Youngstown Civic Center, 240 Lockport St.
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Tue, Sep 6th 2011 02:25 pm
With the number of women in the Niagara County Legislature rebounding from a low of one to an all-time high of four, a bi-partisan group of female county lawmakers will announce the formation of the Legislature's Women's Caucus at a press conference prior to Tuesday night's Legislature meeting in Lockport.
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Mon, Sep 5th 2011 07:00 am
The start of the school year marks the beginning of rehearsals for the Greater Niagara Ballet Company's presentation of "The Nutcracker." The family-oriented holiday production showcases dancers and character performers under the direction of artistic director Beverley Feder, FISTD.
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Mon, Sep 5th 2011 07:00 am
The Kiwanis Club of Lewiston, following consultations with Chris Salada, chief of the Lewiston Police Department, has issued the following parking and traffic advisories for the annual Peach Festival.
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Mon, Sep 5th 2011 07:00 am
The Youngstown Free Library, 240 Lockport St., announces the following for September.
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Mon, Sep 5th 2011 06:55 am
St. Peter's R.C. Church and St. Peter School have announced that Dr. James P. Moore is serving as chairman of the seventh annual Golf Classic sponsored by St. Peter's. The tournament, which is open to the public, will be played Monday, Oct. 3, at the Niagara Falls Country Club.
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Mon, Sep 5th 2011 05:45 am
A community service commemorating the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, which took more than 3,000 lives, will take place at Lewiston Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1, on Sunday, Sept. 11, at 8:30 a.m. This service will honor all first responders who willingly gave their time and lives so that others might live.
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Sat, Sep 3rd 2011 07:00 am
Lockport Community Television welcomes members of the community who would like to find out more about producing a local show, becoming a camera operator or learning how to direct a TV program. LCTV is a non-profit public access television station, which has offered volunteer opportunities to the public since 1983.
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Fri, Sep 2nd 2011 10:00 pm
Get ready to hear that rumble in the sky. The Thunder Over Niagara Air Show returns to the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station on Sept. 10 and 11 for the first time since 2007.
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Fri, Sep 2nd 2011 10:00 pm
Identity theft is a well-known problem for individuals. The Federal Trade Commission states upwards of 9 million personal identities are stolen each year in the U.S. and used to fraudulently purchase goods and services.
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Fri, Sep 2nd 2011 10:00 pm
Plastic trophies are nice, but the dancers participating in this year's Lewiston Kiwanis Peach Festival are working toward something even better: the maternity ward at Mount St. Mary's Hospital.
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Fri, Sep 2nd 2011 09:45 pm
To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, the Niagara County History Center is offering a new exhibit that pays tribute to all who were and continue to be affected by this national day of infamy and mourning. The centerpiece of the new 9/11 exhibit is a stunning "Attic Window Quilt" made by Linda Hunter of Lockport.
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Fri, Sep 2nd 2011 09:45 pm
Buffalo Bisons Manager Tim Teufel joined Dunkin' Donuts franchisees Thursday night to donate 312 pounds of coffee to the Food Bank of Western New York. The donation - the equivalent of 15,600 cups of coffee - was fueled by a season-long partnership between the team and Dunkin' Donuts.
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