Fri, Jul 29th 2016 10:10 am
The Federal Aviation Administration recently released regulations that pave the way for expanded commercial use of small unmanned aircraft systems, commonly called drones. As part of the new guidelines, drone pilots are now required to pass the FAA's initial aeronautical knowledge test.
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Wed, Jul 27th 2016 04:15 pm
Pegula Sports and Entertainment, together with the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library System, announces the creation of the One Buffalo Community Library Card.
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Mon, Jul 25th 2016 01:50 pm
Niagara University's clinical mental health counseling program has received accreditation from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs.
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Thu, Jul 21st 2016 04:00 pm
The First Presbyterian Church of Youngstown invites all children entering kindergarten through fifth grade to "catch the wave" with the Surf Shack Vacation Bible School.
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Wed, Jul 20th 2016 02:15 pm
Mitchell Alegre, instructor of management and leadership in Niagara University's College of Business Administration, has been named chairman of the Western New York Student Leadership and Engagement Consortium.
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Wed, Jul 20th 2016 02:10 pm
The Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation recently announced New York will provide free learn-to-swim programs to approximately 3,000 children this summer at state parks across New York.
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Wed, Jul 20th 2016 02:10 pm
Annabel Kaiser, a recent Niagara University graduate, has been named to the 2016 cohort of Future Nurse Leaders by the American Nurses Association - New York (ANA-NY).
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Sat, Jul 9th 2016 07:00 am
Four young Grand Island women received a boost to their college educations when the Zonta Club of Grand Island held its 2016 Scholarship Award night June 28 at the Buffalo Launch Club.
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Fri, Jul 8th 2016 03:35 pm
Cullen Robert Ball of Lewiston has been chosen to receive the 2016 William Morehouse Scholarship.
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Fri, Jul 8th 2016 03:30 pm
Winners of the recent Kan Jam tournament at Cardinal O'Hara High School show off their prizes following this year's annual end-of-the-school year event. Organized by the school's Good Samaritan Club, the funds raised will go to a local charity.
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Fri, Jul 8th 2016 03:30 pm
A new folk arts exhibition at the Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University explores the diverse works of Rich deCorse, a Lewiston-based artist who draws on his experience as a retired design engineer and his artistic background to devise and create each piece.
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Fri, Jul 8th 2016 03:25 pm
The nomination period for the North Tonawanda City School District's visual and performing arts wall of fame has been extended to July 26. The nomination form is available at the district website, www.ntschools.org. Nominations can be submitted to the district administrative office.
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Fri, Jul 1st 2016 04:50 pm
Sales were as hot as the weather Saturday for some of the young businesspeople at the 20th annual KidBiz in the Town Commons.
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Fri, Jul 1st 2016 04:25 pm
The Niagara County Law Enforcement Academy graduated its 62nd class during a ceremony held Friday at Niagara University's Castellani Art Museum.
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Fri, Jul 1st 2016 11:50 am
Thanks to a contribution from LB Mason Fine Arts and artist Philip Burke, Artpark is offering 17 partial scholarships in the amount of $100 for the July sessions of Art Camp.
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Thu, Jun 30th 2016 03:30 pm
A memorandum of understanding signed Thursday formalized longstanding partnerships between Niagara University and the Niagara Falls and Lewiston-Porter school districts.
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Thu, Jun 30th 2016 10:20 am
High school students from across the nation will get a glimpse of the pharmacy profession through the first University at Buffalo pre-pharmacy summer camp.
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Tue, Jun 28th 2016 02:15 pm
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Tue, Jun 28th 2016 10:35 am
The New York State Tax Department reminds parents and guardians that summer day-camp expenses for a child or dependent may qualify for the child and dependent care credit.
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Wed, Jun 22nd 2016 04:25 pm
Artpark's annual summer Art Camp and new Rock Workshop are just around the corner. Experienced artists will guide children and teens through various workshops to help students explore and develop their inner artist.
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Mon, Jun 20th 2016 11:30 am
A new turf will be installed at UB Stadium this summer, and Alumni Arena's basketball court will be refinished - with both playing surfaces prominently featuring the new wordmark and new spirit mark for the University at Buffalo athletics department, as well as the interlocking UB logo.
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Fri, Jun 17th 2016 06:50 pm
The Niagara Frontier Golf Club is once again teaming up with the Western New York Chapter of The First Tee to present a junior golf program this summer for youth ages 5-18.
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Thu, Jun 16th 2016 03:10 pm
From July 28 through Aug. 6, Niagara University Theatre will continue its mission to present engaging, delightful theater for young audiences productions with "Freckleface Strawberry: The Musical" presented by The Friends of Niagara University Theatre.
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Thu, Jun 16th 2016 03:10 pm
This summer, the Niagara University Theatre Department's 40-year tradition of entertaining children and families with its Niagara University Repertory Theatre storytelling troupe continues.
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Wed, Jun 15th 2016 12:05 pm
The Niagara University Student Veterans Organization raised more than $1,500 during its fourth annual Memorial Day Disc Golf Tournament, which was held May 30 at the Beaver Island State Park Golf Course.
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Tue, Jun 14th 2016 03:35 pm
Niagara University is one of only 10 Catholic colleges and universities in New York state - and 76 nationwide - to be selected to the 2016-17 list of top academic institutions by Colleges of Distinction.
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Tue, Jun 14th 2016 03:30 pm
Whether it's splashing in the pool, exploring nature, learning a new skill, or going on field trips, summer camp at the YMCA provides an opportunity for children ages kindergarten to 17 years old to build meaningful relationships and gain important life skills.
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Fri, Jun 3rd 2016 10:35 am
Niagara Career and Technical Education students in Karen Krull's graphic communications class recently went on an educational field trip to Rochester.
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Fri, Jun 3rd 2016 10:30 am
Reading Week at North Tonawanda's Drake Elementary School began with a visit from local children's author, poet and writing teacher Amy Ludwig VanDerwater.
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Thu, Jun 2nd 2016 03:40 pm
Dr. Chandra J. Foote has been appointed dean of the College of Education at Niagara University, effective June 1.
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Thu, Jun 2nd 2016 03:40 pm
The urban ministry certificate is back by popular demand - with a new community and vocational focus.
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Fri, May 27th 2016 09:45 am
Frederick Howe, professor emeritus of educational foundations and creator of Buffalo State's Community Service Day, and his wife, retired educator Marilyn Howe, have established two four-year scholarships at Buffalo State College for full-time incoming freshmen.
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Fri, May 27th 2016 07:00 am
Andrew H. Talal, M.D., professor of medicine at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo, will receive a major, $7 million award to address a casualty of the national opioid epidemic: the spread of hepatitis C virus (HCV) among drug users who share needles.
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Thu, May 26th 2016 07:30 pm
Dr. Kathleen Wong, an adjunct faculty member of Niagara University's College of Education in Ontario, has been selected by the Canadian Educational Researchers' Association (CERA) to receive the 2016 R.W.B. Jackson Award.
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Wed, May 25th 2016 03:55 pm
Among scientists, not much is known about the evolutionary history of brown bears in the Himalayas and Tibetan plateau. These rugged creatures, which represent two subspecies of the world's brown bears, are critically endangered and rarely sighted in the wild.
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Wed, May 25th 2016 03:05 pm
As the summer approaches, the welcome center sees an increase in walk-in visitors requesting maps and general information on the region. Accordingly, the chamber is seeking volunteers to help staff the office in the evenings and weekends.
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Tue, May 24th 2016 06:00 pm
"The Campaign for St. Peter" aims to raise $2,250,000 to address a number of needed repairs, renovations and improvements to both the school and church.
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Wed, May 18th 2016 02:05 pm
High school students entering their junior and senior years are invited to take up residence at Canisius College, from July 5-10 for the inaugural "Be the Light Youth Theology Institute."
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Tue, May 17th 2016 12:00 pm
Niagara University theater major Kathleen Macari made the decision a few months ago that she would forego walking during her undergraduate commencement ceremony on Saturday in order to play the lead role in her first professional show.
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Tue, May 17th 2016 11:40 am
A major grant from The John R. Oishei Foundation will help Niagara County Community College complete improvements to the college's current library facility, transforming it into a vibrant and welcoming learning commons space.
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