Sat, Sep 25th 2010 11:15 am
Capping off months of discussion and planning by the Lewiston Dog Owners Group and the Town and Village of Lewiston, the new Lewiston Dog Park officially opened for use last Saturday -- much to the delight of several area residents who stopped by throughout the day to try out the new, 1.3-acre facility on the Lewiston plateau at Artpark.
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Sat, Sep 25th 2010 11:00 am
A number of area elected officials were on hand last Saturday for the grand opening of the Lewiston Dog Park on the Lewiston Plateau at Artpark.
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Sat, Sep 25th 2010 11:00 am
The goal of Rivershore Inc. is to support people who live with developmental disabilities as they pursue and achieve a meaningful life. On Wednesday, the Lewiston-based agency will be honored for its own meaningful achievements, accomplishments that have enabled individuals with developmental disabilities to live fuller, richer lives for the past 30 years.
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Sat, Sep 25th 2010 10:15 am
State Senator George Maziarz has endorsed Niagara County Legislator John Ceretto (R, I, Taxpayer) for the 138th New York State Assembly District. Ceretto faces incumbent Francine DelMonte and John Accardo of Niagara Falls in the Nov. 2 election.
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Sat, Sep 25th 2010 10:00 am
The second annual Lewiston PubFest last weekend to benefit the Variety Kids Telethon is seen as an overall success, report Lewiston Village Pub organizers.
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Fri, Sep 24th 2010 11:00 am
With 2010, we proudly celebrate our 30th anniversary at Rivershore. Since 1980, Rivershore has grown from a single location serving 14 people on Lower River Road in Youngstown to an agency serving more than 175 people with a dedicated staff of 150 working throughout Niagara County. Today based in Lewiston, Rivershore is recognized as a COMPASS agency by New York state, one of just seven statewide. This ranks Rivershore in the top 1 percent in New York state for quality in our field.
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Thu, Sep 23rd 2010 06:50 pm
Vincentian Heritage Week, an annual celebration of Niagara University's history of education and service in the spirit of St. Vincent de Paul, will take place Sept. 27 to Oct. 3.
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Thu, Sep 23rd 2010 06:45 pm
If they had to write essays about what they did on summer vacation, Kelly Bourque of the Town of Niagara and Taraneh Jacobs of Wheatfield would have plenty of tales to tell.
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Thu, Sep 23rd 2010 06:45 pm
The Niagara County Sheriff's Office participated in the nationwide driving while intoxicated blitz from Aug. 20 through Sept. 6, culminating in 16 DWI arrests during this 18-day blitz and two arrests for driving while ability impaired by drugs, according to Sheriff James R. Voutour.
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Thu, Sep 23rd 2010 06:00 pm
Not only are the Town of Niagara's finances in good shape, but because of its prudent budgeting and fiscal management, its bond rating has been increased, Town Board members were told Tuesday.
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Thu, Sep 23rd 2010 06:00 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will conduct Saturday flu shot clinics for adults 18 and older from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 2, Oct. 16 and Nov. 6. The clinics will be held in the Medical Center Auditorium, 621 10th St.
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Thu, Sep 23rd 2010 06:00 pm
Congresswoman Louise Slaughter, NY-28, this week announced $14 million has been awarded to the Niagara Falls International Airport allowing it to meet safety guidelines put forth by the Federal Aviation Administration.
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Thu, Sep 23rd 2010 06:00 pm
Residents who live near the Bergholz Volunteer Fire Department came to the Wheatfield Town Board meeting Sept. 16 to once again ask that something be done about the noise of the siren that alerts fire company members to come to the hall.
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Thu, Sep 23rd 2010 06:00 pm
State Sen. George Maziarz, R-C, Newfane, chairman of the New York State Senate Energy and Telecommunications Committee, this week expressed great concern over news reports about lavish expenditures at National Grid while the electric company is in the middle of seeking approval for a $400 million rate hike in New York.
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Thu, Sep 23rd 2010 10:00 am
OK, I'll admit I wasn't enthusiastic about going to see the Theatre in the Mist's new production of "The Wizard of Oz."
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Thu, Sep 23rd 2010 09:00 am
A fundraiser is being held for local music great Ned Wood, who is battling a rare and aggressive form of incurable cancer. The objective is to help Ned and his family with increasing medical expenses. The benefit will take place at the FrogHair Outdoor Patio, 7800 Transit Road, Williamsville, on Sunday, Sept. 26, from 4 until 9 p.m.
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Wed, Sep 22nd 2010 01:00 pm
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Tue, Sep 21st 2010 03:00 pm
The annual Grand Island CROP Walk will take place Sunday, Sept. 26, to raise money to combat hunger both worldwide and on Grand Island.
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Mon, Sep 20th 2010 04:00 pm
CBS Studios International is partnering with the American Forces Network to provide U.S. troops with a complete night of programming from America's No. 1-rated network the day after the U.S. broadcast, beginning Wednesday, Sept. 22.
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Sat, Sep 18th 2010 05:00 pm
The sights and sounds of an 18th century fortress will mingle with the smells of a good, old-fashioned barbecue when Old Fort Niagara hosts a pig roast to benefit the historic site on Saturday, Sept. 25. From 5:30 p.m. until sunset, the public can enjoy food, music, an 18th century puppet show, 18th century games, a cannon firing at sunset and a variety of other activities for all ages.
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Sat, Sep 18th 2010 05:00 pm
Mary and Larry Montani of Lewiston will be the featured honorees at the 11th annual "Good Works Gala" of the Mount St. Mary's Foundation.
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Sat, Sep 18th 2010 05:00 pm
Artpark's 2010 season lineup of "First Niagara presents Tuesday in the Park" concert series brought back some classic performers as well as several other blockbuster acts that made their debut on the amphitheater stage.
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Sat, Sep 18th 2010 03:55 pm
A wind energy project proved an interesting discussion item at an otherwise routine Porter Town Board meeting Monday night.
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Sat, Sep 18th 2010 03:00 pm
Members of the Lewiston Advisory Committee met this week to discuss the people-moving impact of the Lewiston Art Festival, Historic Lewiston Jazz Festival and Kiwanis Peach Festival. The consensus of the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce subgroup was more parking is needed in Lewiston, more organization among festival/event participants would be helpful, and additional manpower (especially police) would make for a safer community.
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Sat, Sep 18th 2010 12:00 pm
The Town of Porter hosts the annual Cabbage Festival for the seventh year, in cooperation with the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce, on Sunday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Ransomville Fire Co. on Route 93.
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Sat, Sep 18th 2010 09:55 am
The New York Power Authority's Niagara Power Project is hosting the 25th anniversary of its Wildlife Festival in cooperation with the Niagara County Federation of Conservation Clubs on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 25 and 26, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission and parking are free and the show will go on rain or shine. A variety of food will be available from a selection of local youth groups' concessions.
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Sat, Sep 18th 2010 09:00 am
For the second time in two years, the board of directors of the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce has decided to take its public leadership position in a different direction. In a statement released this week, chamber board of directors Chairman George Osborne said a vote was cast Sept. 8 to not renew David Lacki's contract as president.
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Sat, Sep 18th 2010 09:00 am
Celebrate the beginning of fall in the historic Village of Lewiston with the work of Western New York's talented crafters and jewelry artists. The Lewiston Harvest Festival & Craft Show will take place on Saturday, Sept. 25, and Sunday, Sept. 26, along Center Street. The festival runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days and is free and open to the public. More than 75 crafters will showcase their artwork, jewelry, woodwork, candles and handmade crafts throughout the weekend.
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Thu, Sep 16th 2010 09:35 pm
Grand Island Town Board Downsizing Special Election
A referendum to reduce the Grand Island Town Board from five members to three will take place Thursday, Sept. 23, at the Grand Island Fire Co. headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road, between the hours to 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. A "yes" vote will reduce the board from a supervisor and four councilmen to a supervisor and two councilmen.
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Thu, Sep 16th 2010 05:00 pm
The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum invites all golfers to its first golf tournament to help support the operation of the museum.
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Thu, Sep 16th 2010 05:00 pm
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Thu, Sep 16th 2010 05:00 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has received the American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines -- Stroke Bronze Performance Achievement Award.
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Thu, Sep 16th 2010 04:00 pm
On Oct. 2, Native American Independent Living Services will present its OAHIIO Haudenosaunee Championship Smoke Dance and Social at Buffalo State College in the Campbell Student Union, 1300 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo.
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Thu, Sep 16th 2010 02:00 pm
State Sen. George Maziarz will host a free Child Safety Day on Saturday, Sept. 18, at the North Tonawanda City Hall, 216 Payne Ave. The event runs from 9 to 11 a.m.
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Thu, Sep 16th 2010 10:00 am
Wheatfield voters came to the polls in unexpected numbers for Tuesday's primary. At three sites, there weren't enough ballots for the new electronic voting machines.
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Thu, Sep 16th 2010 10:00 am
Local students interested in attending one of the nation's military colleges are invited to participate in an informational session hosted by Congressman Chris Lee, R-NY 26th District, at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 28, at Clarence High School, 9625 Main St., Clarence.
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Thu, Sep 16th 2010 09:00 am
The Town of Wheatfield has established a farmer's market, to be held at the Town Hall parking lot, 2800 Church Road, beginning Wednesday, Sept. 22.
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Thu, Sep 16th 2010 09:00 am
The Niagara-Wheatfield Central School District has a unique opportunity to give its community a list of recreational opportunities that include a bike/walking path and nature trail along Cayuga Creek adjacent to the campus on Saunders Settlement Road, a lighted parking lot and playground, in addition to improved facilities used by members of the public.
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Thu, Sep 16th 2010 09:00 am
Jonathan Paul Siuta is on a mission, and an adventure, for a cause.
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Thu, Sep 16th 2010 09:00 am
"Yes, You Can Defy Diabetes," a six-week series of free workshops on how to prevent and combat Type II diabetes, begins at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, at First Unitarian Universalist Church of Niagara, 639 Main St., Niagara Falls.
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