Tue, Apr 12th 2011 01:45 pm
Niagara University's College of Business Administration received notification this week that it has maintained its prestigious business accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 01:15 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, voted on Monday in favor of an amendment that would bring property tax cap legislation, passed earlier this year by the State Senate, to the Assembly floor for an up or down vote. The bill, which Ceretto supported, would cap property tax increases at 2 percent.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 09:10 am
The St. Vincent de Paul Parish spring rummage sale, sponsored by the Rosary Altar Society of St. Vincent de Paul Parish, will take place from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, April 16, at the Catholic Academy Elementary Site (formerly Prince of Peace School), 1055 N. Military Road. The event includes refreshments and a bake sale.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 09:05 am
The family and friends of Ryan Henderson are hosting celebration of life/benefit for their former bandmate, a Lewiston resident, who passed away in a car accident on Ridge Road in January.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 09:00 am
Wild Kritters of Niagara County Inc. hosts its fifth annual basket raffle fundraiser from noon until 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 17. The event will take place at the 3F Conservation Club, 904 Swann Road, Lewiston.
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Tue, Apr 12th 2011 08:55 am
Niagara County ranked 57th in health outcomes this year, according to the Niagara County Health Rankings Project.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 01:30 pm
The Niagara Catholic Alumni Association will hold its annual Alumni Awards Dinner on Saturday, April 30, at Niagara Catholic High School, 520 66th St., Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 01:20 pm
The Better Business Bureau has issued an advisory to consumers regarding unwanted text messages, scams and identity theft threats.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 12:20 pm
More than 200 guests - including several from Lewiston - gathered to meet and hear Fox News Channel anchor Bill O'Reilly speak at the It Happened to Alexa Foundation event on March 25 at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Fla. O'Reilly, who was introduced by Donald Trump, served as keynote speaker for the third annual "Justice is Served" benefit and entertained the crowd with his political banter, as well as expressing his support for the work being done by the It Happened to Alexa Foundation.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 12:15 pm
On April 16 and 17, Old Fort Niagara will host Patriots' Day Weekend, a special event that commemorates the beginning of the American Revolution 236 years ago. On hand will be re-enactors representing British soldiers and American militia that squared off at the battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775.
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Mon, Apr 11th 2011 12:15 pm
The board of directors of HART Interfaith Inc. announces the appointment of Susan McBee as program manager. A lifelong resident of Lewiston, McBee holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Allegheny College and an M.B.A. from Canisius College. She was formerly employed at Occidental Chemical Co. and the Lewiston-Porter School District.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:35 am
To commemorate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day last April, The Princeton Review, in partnership with the U.S. Green Building Council, published a comprehensive guidebook focused on institutions of higher education that demonstrated an above average commitment to sustainability in terms of campus infrastructure, activities and initiatives.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:20 am
Old Fort Niagara is gearing up for another busy tour season and is seeking people interested in history to serve as tour guides for the spring and summer. Tours this year will focus on the fort's history during the War of 1812, the American Revolution and the French and Indian War. Although the site is open year round, the fort's busiest season is May through October. Hundreds of school classes visit during May and June.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:10 am
Niagara County on Thursday unveiled a revised map reflecting 15 new County Legislature districts, developed over past months by the Niagara County Legislative Reapportionment Commission. The map was changed yet again over the course of this week.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:10 am
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce will honor nine businesses and individuals at its annual Chamber Awards Gala, Saturday, June 4, at the Niagara Falls Country Club in Lewiston, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The evening is one of the highlights of the year, held to celebrate the business community and those citizens who help contribute to the success of the region.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:10 am
Niagara County Clerk Wayne Jagow announced this week that his office will once again be partnering with Upstate New York Transplant Services during the month of April to promote organ, eye and tissue donation throughout Niagara County and New York state. The program is responsible for saving and improving the lives of thousands of New Yorkers in dire need of transplants.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:05 am
Today, millions of older adults suffer from chronic conditions such as arthritis, cancer, chronic pain, diabetes, or heart disease. The Health Association of Niagara County Inc. will offer free workshops to help manage these health conditions so older adults can take control and live better.
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Sat, Apr 9th 2011 12:00 am
At Monday's Village of Lewiston work session, trustees continued to analyze parking patterns and traffic flow associated with Artpark's "Tuesday in the Park" concert series. A motion was presented to limit parking on South Fourth Street - just outside of the performing arts venue's main entrance - and on ancillary streets. It would also prohibit pocket pay lots on private property.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2011 11:55 pm
Direct Air, the first low-cost airline to offer flights out of Niagara Falls International Airport, announced two more destinations on Thursday, April 7, this time the airport's first ever international non-stop service to San Juan, Puerto Rico, and to Nassau, Bahamas.
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Fri, Apr 8th 2011 10:30 pm
The New York Power Authority is encouraging visitors of all ages to participate in a sculpture contest, which will be one of the featured events at its "Every Day is Earth Day" celebration, Saturday, April 9, at its admission-free Power Vista, the visitors center for NYPA's Niagara Power Project.
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Thu, Apr 7th 2011 05:50 pm
Abbagail's Law (S.164), sponsored by State Sen. George Maziarz, R-C, Newfane, was approved by a vote of 56-1 in the State Senate Monday afternoon.
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Thu, Apr 7th 2011 05:00 pm
This weekend, volunteer fire companies across New York state, including several in Niagara County, will hold informational and recruitment programs with the aim of expanding their membership ranks.
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Thu, Apr 7th 2011 04:30 pm
Four firefighters whose brave actions a decade ago saved the lives of two Coast Guardsmen from the icy waters of Lake Ontario will be honored tonight as their heroic deeds are recounted in the Town of Wilson, Niagara County Legislator David E. Godfrey, R-Wilson, announced.
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Thu, Apr 7th 2011 02:55 pm
The final proposed maps for Niagara County's 15 new County Legislature districts are now available for public review on Niagara County's website, www.niagaracounty.com.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2011 01:10 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, is sponsoring legislation that would return state lands that are currently receiving property-tax exemptions back onto Niagara County's tax rolls. Ceretto says this legislation would provide extra revenue to the county while easing the local property-tax burden.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2011 12:15 pm
Proving that the 2011 summer season lineup will be bigger than ever this year, Artpark confirms Bright Eyes for a free concert as part of the venue's "Coors Light Wednesday" series at 6:30 p.m. on July 27.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2011 12:10 pm
The Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce and the Niagara County Industrial Development Agency, along with various elected officials in Niagara County - including State Sen. George D. Maziarz - have submitted letters to Lt. Gov. Robert Duffy urging him to appoint Samuel M. Ferraro to Gov. Andrew Cuomo's Western New York Regional Economic Development Council. Ferraro is commissioner of the Niagara County Department of Economic Development and executive director of the NCIDA.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2011 12:00 pm
Niagara County lawmakers moved quickly Tuesday night to fill the seat vacated by Legislator Jason J. Cafarella's March 31 resignation, nominating a Niagara Falls woman he helped select.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2011 11:55 am
The Historical Association of Lewiston is looking for your help in creating a new logo for the organization.
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Wed, Apr 6th 2011 11:45 am
Village of Lewiston Mayor Terry Collesano celebrated his 71st birthday Tuesday night with a celebration/fundraiser at the Lewiston Village Pub.
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Tue, Apr 5th 2011 02:55 pm
Niagara University is one of only a dozen colleges and universities in New York state - and 170 nationwide - to be selected to the 2010-11 list of top colleges by CollegesofDistinction.com. The online guide recognizes institutions of higher learning for their demonstrated excellence in four integral areas: engaged students, great teaching, vibrant campus communities and successful graduate outcomes.
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Mon, Apr 4th 2011 09:25 pm
The Village of Lewiston will not charge festival organizers a fee to stage events, Mayor Terry Collesano said Monday night. The Board of Trustees will instead pursue other avenues to recoup funds associated with public safety and cleanup costs.
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Mon, Apr 4th 2011 10:55 am
Raisa Fernandez, a senior computer science major from Texas who works in the library, was named Niagara University's Student Employee of the Year at an awards ceremony held on Friday, April 1, in the Heritage Room of Clet Hall.
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Mon, Apr 4th 2011 09:15 am
Trustees in the Village of Lewiston will discuss the budget for fiscal year 2011-12 tonight during a public hearing in conjunction with the board's monthly work session. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at the Village of Lewiston Hall, corner of North Fourth and Ridge streets.
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Sat, Apr 2nd 2011 10:00 am
Old Fort Niagara will host a living history weekend focused on 18th century survival skills on Saturday and Sunday, April 9-10, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Visitors will learn how to start a fire with flint and steel, make candles, trade for furs, prepare 18th century recipes and make objects useful for winter survival.
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Sat, Apr 2nd 2011 08:00 am
The latest plan for newly acquired Joseph Davis State Park was the main newsmaker at Monday's Lewiston Town Board meeting.
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Sat, Apr 2nd 2011 03:00 am
Lewiston's 18-hole, par 72 Seneca Hickory Stick Golf is slated to open on Friday. The Creek Road site, which debuted last year, was voted the sixth-best new course in America by Golf Magazine. It was fashioned by acclaimed designer Robert Trent Jones II.
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Sat, Apr 2nd 2011 03:00 am
"We're going to concentrate on our problem till we solve it."
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Fri, Apr 1st 2011 09:45 pm
The Niagara County Conservative Party announces plans to hold interviews for the party's endorsement of candidates for several offices on April 9 in Wheatfield.
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Fri, Apr 1st 2011 09:45 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, released the following statement regarding his vote for the 2011-12 New York state budget:
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