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Cantalician Center for Learning launches new website with 360
Tue, Oct 18th 2011 02:45 pm
The Cantalician Center for Learning Inc., a private, not-for-profit organization that serves children and adults with developmental disabilities, launched its new website www.cantaliciancenter.org with 360 Professional Services Group.

360 designed the Niagara Frontier Publications website, www.wnypapers.com.

The Cantalician Center is an educational, rehabilitative and occupational facility for children and adults who are challenged by developmental and physical disabilities. Services offered by the organization include daycare, center-based classes, home and community therapies, speech/language therapy, occupational therapy and physical therapy, vision therapy, as well as adult and contract services.

Ceretto questions state for using economic development funds to move jobs out of Niagara County
Thu, Oct 13th 2011 01:00 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, sent a letter Wednesday to Kenneth Adams, president and CEO of Empire State Development.

Ceretto questioned the economic development corporation for using $700,000 in taxpayer money to lure Unifrax away from Niagara Falls and help them expand operations in Erie County's Town of Tonawanda.
NCIDA: Applications would generate more than $30 million in new investments
Wed, Oct 12th 2011 01:30 pm

Olin Corporation submits application for proposed $20 million project in Niagara Falls; combined projects would create 74 new jobs


The Niagara County Industrial Development Agency board of directors today accepted applications for assistance from Olin Corporation, Gateway Harbor Inn, Frank's Vacuum Truck Services Inc., Mawhiney Trucking Inc. and Taylor Devices for economic development projects in Niagara County. When combined, these projects total $30 million and would create 74 new jobs, while retaining 328 current positions in the county.
Fall job fair Wednesday: County gov't helping locals overcome weak national economy
Tue, Oct 11th 2011 05:15 pm
With the persistent weakness of the national economy, county leaders are taking steps to help local job seekers find employment by hosting a job fair Wednesday.

Niagara County's Fall Job Fair will be held Wednesday, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Antonio's Banquet and Conference Center, 7708 Niagara Falls Blvd., Niagara Falls. There is no cost for job seekers.
New River Region businesses set to hold ribbon-cutting ceremonies
Thu, Oct 6th 2011 01:25 pm
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce will host ribbon-cutting ceremonies for the following:
Mix and mingle with businesspeople
Tue, Oct 4th 2011 04:00 pm
The Niagara USA Chamber hosts a networking event on Thursday, Oct. 13, from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. at the Hard Rock Café Niagara Falls USA, 333 Prospect St., Niagara Falls.
Proposal designed to phase out county Medicaid costs
Thu, Sep 29th 2011 02:00 pm
Nearly every state and county elected leader from across Western New York stood together with the New York State Association of Counties on Wednesday to announce a new legislative proposal designed to provide meaningful mandate relief through a multi-year phase-out of the county share of the state's Medicaid program.
Free energy workshop on Thursday
Wed, Sep 28th 2011 01:30 pm
The Niagara USA Chamber is hosting a free energy workshop on Thursday. Registration and networking begin at 8 a.m., followed by the workshop at 8:30 a.m. The event will take place at the Niagara County Center for Economic Development training room, 6311 Inducon Corporate Drive, Sanborn.
NYPA trustees vote to end proposed Great Lakes offshore wind project
Wed, Sep 28th 2011 11:25 am
The New York Power Authority board of trustees on Tuesday voted to end the competitive solicitation process for the proposed Great Lakes Offshore Wind Project (GLOW), without awarding a contract for project development.
M&T Bank names Janet Brown senior mortgage consultant
Tue, Sep 27th 2011 02:05 pm
Janet M. Brown has joined M&T Bank as a mortgage consultant responsible for the Western New York area. Brown has been in the banking industry since 1986 and is a knowledgeable, experienced professional who specializes in finding the right product to fit each customer's personalized mortgage needs.
Western New York Regional Economic Development Council schedules second community workshop in Buffalo
Tue, Sep 27th 2011 01:55 pm
The Western New York Regional Economic Development Council today announced it has scheduled a second community workshop in Buffalo due to overwhelming public demand to participate in the regional council planning process. The community workshops are designed to gain input and aid in the creation of the council's five-year strategic economic development plan for the Western New York Region, which includes Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie and Niagara counties.
Horizon Health Services celebrates two new facilities
Mon, Sep 26th 2011 10:15 am
Helping addicts recover means addressing mind and body. A ribbon-cutting and groundbreaking were combined Sept. 9 to celebrate Horizon Health Services opening of its Primary Care and Wellness Center and construction groundbreaking of "Freedom House," its new Veterans Treatment Center, both at Horizon Village.
Conferences generate more than $450,000 to local economy
Fri, Sep 23rd 2011 09:10 pm
The Niagara Tourism & Convention Corporation announces three conferences will bring more than 700 visitors to Niagara USA over the next week, which will translate into an economic impact of approximately $450,000 to local businesses.
Pyrotek unveils $23 million expansion
Fri, Sep 23rd 2011 02:40 pm
Pyrotek on Tuesday unveiled the company's $23 million expansion of its manufacturing facility and operations on Cory Drive in Sanborn.
Organic airbrush tanning available
Fri, Sep 23rd 2011 01:55 pm
On Friday, Sept 9, Club Cabo Tanning celebrated its new organic airbrush tanning studio at its tanning salon at 2962 Saunders Settlement Road in Sanborn (across from Niagara County Community College).
Free energy workshop for small businesses
Thu, Sep 22nd 2011 07:00 am
The Niagara USA Chamber and the Niagara County Community College Small Business Development Center are presenting a free energy workshop on Thursday, Sept. 29, at the Niagara County Industrial Development Agency, 6311 Inducon Corporate Drive in Sanborn.
Parade of Homes 2011: Mordeno Construction
Wed, Sep 21st 2011 01:00 pm
Jim Mordeno, president of Mordeno Construction Company, has been in the building business for more than 29 years. He began with his father, John Mordeno, who started the business in 1957.
Parade of Homes 2011: Schuster Construction
Wed, Sep 21st 2011 01:00 pm
Tom Schuster, owner of Schuster Construction LLC, takes to heart client requests for quality, green homes, affordability and a truly customized look. Building homes for more than 30 years, he has established a standard for customer satisfaction and excellence in every phase of the construction process.
Angel to Apple launches online shopping
Tue, Sep 20th 2011 05:20 pm
Angel to Apple Clothing Boutique debuted a new shopping option for customers on Tuesday. Working with ShopBuffalo.com, the Lewiston fashion house has now made its products available for online purchase. Patrons can view Angel to Apple clothing, purses and accessories from the convenience of their own homes or while sipping coffee at the Orange Cat or Ashker's.
Ceretto and Kimble zap NYPA over rate hike
Tue, Sep 20th 2011 05:00 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, and Niagara County Legislator Renae Kimble, D-Niagara Falls, today took the New York Power Authority to task for raising utility rates on local residents and businesses. Ceretto and Kimble noted that the latest round of rate increases comes after a $550 million debit of NYPA's finances in the 2010-11 state budget deal, a bill which neither public official voted for. The pair also emphasized the urgent need for local representation on the NYPA board of trustees.
Allegiant to begin low-cost flights at Falls airport
Tue, Sep 20th 2011 01:00 pm
Another low-cost airline is testing the waters at Niagara Falls International Airport with flights to sun and sand in Florida.
Niagara USA Chamber, NCCC Small Business Development Center offer free energy workshop
Mon, Sep 19th 2011 07:00 am
The Niagara USA Chamber and the NCCC Small Business Development Center are presenting a free energy workshop on Thursday, Sept. 29, at the Niagara County Industrial Development Agency, 6311 Inducon Corporate Drive, Sanborn. Registration begins at 8 a.m. with the workshop scheduled from 8:30 to 10 a.m.
Pharmacist wins national award
Sat, Sep 17th 2011 08:55 am
Stephen Giroux, owner of the Summit Park Pharmacy at Wheatfield and the Middleport Family Health Center, has won a Next Generation Pharmacy Award for 2011.
Job fair at mall
Fri, Sep 16th 2011 10:00 pm
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA on Military Road will hold a job fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 22.
Ryan Homes to hold career fair
Fri, Sep 16th 2011 04:30 pm
Ryan Homes will hold a Buffalo sales career fair for potential sales and marketing representatives on Wednesday, Sept. 21, from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Niagara Falls ranked top 10 destination by Forbes
Fri, Sep 16th 2011 04:25 pm
What does Times Square, the Las Vegas Strip and Disney World all have in common with Niagara USA?
NCIDA accepts application for assistance from Shipman Properties
Wed, Sep 14th 2011 01:00 pm
The Niagara County Industrial Development Agency board of directors today accepted an application for assistance from Shipman Properties LLC. The holding company of Shipman Print Solutions plans to relocate the 105-year-old printing company to a long-standing vacant building at 6120 Lendell Road, in the Town of Wheatfield. Extensive renovations and upgrades are needed to covert the building into a fully functioning printing operation. The expected total cost of the project is $764,000.
Parade of Homes 2011: J.F. Dickinson Builders
Mon, Sep 12th 2011 01:25 pm
J.F. Dickinson Construction Management is expert in assisting the perspective homeowner in being his or her own general contractor. This economical concept gives the homeowner complete control over the building project, saving thousands over the traditional process. Builder's mark-up is eliminated as the homeowner pays subcontractors and suppliers directly.
Parade of Homes 2011: Glenwood Builders
Mon, Sep 12th 2011 01:25 pm
Founded by Glenn Andrews, Glenwood Builders has been building quality custom homes in Western New York since 1988.
Parade of Homes 2011: David Homes
Mon, Sep 12th 2011 01:25 pm
For more than 12 years, David Homes has been building energy-efficient, high-quality homes across the region. As such, David Homes is one of the most well regarded custom designers and builders in Western New York.
More than 1,000 expected to attend public employees conference
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.
Builders listed for Parade of Homes
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.
Regional Economic Development Council community workshop
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.
Parade of Homes 2011: Ryan Homes
Mon, Sep 5th 2011 09:00 pm
Ryan Homes began in 1948 as a family-run business in Pittsburgh and is now one of the top five builders in the nation. The company builds homes in 23 metropolitan areas in 15 eastern states and is a member of the NVR family, a group that includes NVHomes, Fox Ridge Homes, Rymarc Homes and NVR Mortgage.
Parade of Homes 2011: John W. Stickl Construction Co.
Mon, Sep 5th 2011 09:00 pm
John W. Stickl Construction Co. Inc. has been building new homes Western New York for more than 30 years. The company's philosophy is to measure success by the satisfaction of each customer.
Ceretto: NYSERDA rebate website now live
Thu, Sep 1st 2011 03:55 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto today announced that the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority's website is now live at
Niagara USA Business Familiarization Tour to showcase economic development opportunities in Niagara County
Thu, Sep 1st 2011 11:45 am
Niagara County Economic Development Alliance, in conjunction with the Niagara County Industrial Development Agency and the Niagara County Center for Economic Development, will host the third annual Niagara USA Business Familiarization Tour, designed to increase awareness among Western New York and Southern Ontario economic development site and business decision makers regarding the vast opportunities for business development in Niagara County. The tour will take place on Thursday, Sept. 22, from 3 until 5 p.m.
Niagara USA Chamber hosts networking event
Tue, Aug 30th 2011 01:00 pm
The Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce hosts a networking event from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 14, at Black Willow Winery, 5565 W. Lake Road, Burt.
Bottle Junction makes returns easy
Mon, Aug 29th 2011 07:00 am
People with bags and boxes of returnable cans and bottles are happy customers at one of Wheatfield's newest businesses, Bottle Junction.
Ceretto announces new $3 million appliance-rebate program
Fri, Aug 26th 2011 05:40 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto is pleased to announce that the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority has unveiled a new $3 million rebate program for the purchase of high-efficiency Energy Star refrigerators and washing machines. Ceretto noted the program will begin next Friday, Sept. 2.
 

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