Fri, Jul 26th 2024 10:15 am
Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo were a revelation Wednesday night at Artpark. Despite their having done this - live performance, genuine rock 'n' roll - for a half-century, her vocals were as strong as ever, while his guitar was super crisp. Hit songs and deep cuts sounded as fresh and dynamic as the day they were first released.
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Fri, Jul 26th 2024 10:10 am
Sitting at a square table within the Griffon Gastropub bar, Lewiston resident Rick Dudley smiled.
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Tue, Jul 23rd 2024 10:05 am
Farm Aid's annual music and food festival is returning to Saratoga Springs on Saturday, Sept. 21, at Broadview Stage at Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC). Tickets will go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. Friday, July 26, at www.LiveNation.com.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2024 02:15 pm
I feel as if I am repeating myself, but the Lake Ontario salmon bite is on fire! King salmon fishing is about as good as it gets.
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Sat, Jul 20th 2024 07:00 am
Why would you "Shuffle Off to Buffalo" when you can join "Paddles Up" on Grand Island?
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Fri, Jul 19th 2024 09:35 am
The Niagara Arts and Cultural Center is hosting a centennial celebration, at 1201 Pine Ave. (corner of Pine Avenue and Portage Road), from July 20-27.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2024 08:20 am
My name is Ian Kinney. I'm a writer from Lewiston, and I run a small, nonprofit publishing company out of rented office space at my former elementary school, Stella Niagara. This Aug. 31, at Artpark State Park, I'm presenting the third annual Better Off Read Summer Book Festival.
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Wed, Jul 17th 2024 05:00 pm
At a meeting Tuesday, elected leaders from the Town and Village of Lewiston pledged to work together toward the creation of a new contract that would stipulate how services rendered by the Lewiston Police Department are utilized by the two municipalities.
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Mon, Jul 15th 2024 10:10 am
On Sunday afternoon, Artpark & Company presented Puccini's Greatest: A Gala Opera Concert inside the Artpark Mainstage Theater. The gala event was part of Artpark & Company's 50th anniversary season.
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Mon, Jul 15th 2024 10:05 am
Artpark & Company returned to the roots of its Fairy House Festival on Saturday, with more of an emphasis on events and activities for families and young children.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2024 11:00 am
When the United States entered World War 1 in 1917, a young man of 23, George Vaughn Seibold, volunteered requesting assignment in aviation. The United States was short of airplanes; and having no air force, George was sent to Canada for training with British aviators. George was then sent to England and was assigned to Royal Flying Corps, 148th Aero Squadron.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2024 11:00 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul, on Friday, announced the opening of the Great Lakes 360 living museum on the newly expanded campus of the Aquarium of Niagara in Niagara Falls State Park. The project is located in the former Niagara Gorge Discovery Center and features notable wildlife of the Niagara River and larger Great Lakes ecosystem.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2024 11:00 am
New York Sea Grant and the Center for Great Lakes Literacy have announced 20 teachers and educators representing 17 school districts and organizations will participate in the first of five professional development workshops focused on New York's unique Great Lakes' ecosystem, species and climate.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2024 11:00 am
Festivals and summer happenings are in full swing in Niagara County. From sailing experiences on the river, to a celebration of the Tuscarora Nation, an amateur golf classic above the hill, an international soccer tourney down at Fort Niagara, to those many Artpark happenings, the lower River Region is the place to be in summer.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2024 11:00 am
Syros Restaurant has new owners in Chuck Barber and Ryan Harden.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2024 07:00 am
The Village of Lewiston Board of Trustees held its annual organizational meeting on Monday. Prior to the public session, Nick Conde and Jim Fittante were sworn into office for a four-year term.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2024 07:00 am
In celebration of Artpark & Company's 50th anniversary season, Artpark's Fairy House Festival returns for the 14th year this Saturday, July 13, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Artpark's lower park (South Fourth Street entrance).
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Mon, Jul 8th 2024 07:00 am
Chances are no one wants to replicate the side effects of the global pandemic anytime soon. Despite all of the upheaval it brought to so many people's lives, there was at least one silver lining to the pandemic: a newfound appreciation for backyards and other outdoor living areas.
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Mon, Jul 8th 2024 07:00 am
The cost of everyday items continues to stretch many people's budgets, even as financial experts note that inflation is cooling off. When individuals feel a pinch in their wallets, nonessentials, such as vacations, often are on the chopping block. But they may not have to be.
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Mon, Jul 8th 2024 07:00 am
The Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls, USA, is hosting its first ever "(716) Day" event, on Tuesday, July 16, from noon to 2 p.m., in the mall's Center Court area, inside Entrance 2 (1900 Military Road).
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Mon, Jul 8th 2024 07:00 am
The Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival has announced the lineup of pipe bands performing at its 23rd annual event, which will be held Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 14-15 at the Niagara County Fairgrounds in Lockport.
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Mon, Jul 8th 2024 07:00 am
As part of Artpark & Company's 50th anniversary season, Puccini's Greatest: A Gala Opera Concert will be performed on the Artpark Mainstage Theater at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 14.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2024 11:00 am
Vacations are a great way to escape the daily grind and relax while making memories. According to a recent survey from Nationwide Travel Insurance, U.S. consumers are optimistic about travel plans throughout 2024. Ninety-one percent said they have plans to travel domestically, and 50% had international trips on the horizon. Also, 40% intended to travel more than they did in 2023.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2024 11:00 am
The Niagara County Department of Health, in partnership with P3 Center for Teens, Moms and Kids and the Healthy Moms Healthy Babies Coalition, are excited to share our "Fresh Air Friday" program. From July 5 until Aug. 30, we will be at various parks around Niagara County every Friday from 1-3 p.m.
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2024 03:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul launched the "Get Offline, Get Outside" summer campaign to "promote physical and mental health by helping New York's kids and families to put down their phones and computers, take a break from social media, and enjoy recreation and outdoor social gatherings."
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Mon, Jul 1st 2024 07:00 am
Taste of Buffalo presented by Tops Friendly Markets returns to downtown Buffalo for its 41st event on Saturday, July 13 (11 a.m. to 9 p.m.), and Sunday, July 14 (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.). The nation's largest two-day food festival features culinary delights from 43 restaurants and food trucks, four New York state wineries, live local music and more along Delaware Avenue starting at Chippewa Street and continuing into Niagara Square.
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Mon, Jul 1st 2024 07:00 am
As we gear up for Fourth of July festivities, the Firefighter's Association of the State of New York (FASNY) is warning residents about the dangers of fireworks - both legal and illegal. FASNY urges New Yorkers to plan ahead and follow some key rules to avoid any unwanted accidents, fires and injuries.
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Fri, Jun 28th 2024 11:00 am
Two of the newest additions to the Niagara Falls State Park campus are designed to enhance the visitor experience - and, hopefully, educate all of us on what comprises "Niagara Falls."
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Fri, Jun 28th 2024 11:00 am
Active and retired military members can enjoy a free coffee and a baked good at two Lewiston locations on July 4-5. Joel and Maryjo Erway will again pick up the tab for purchases made at The Orange Cat Coffee Co. and DiCamillo Bakery. This is their fourth annual giveback program.
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Wed, Jun 26th 2024 07:35 pm
The USA Niagara Development Corp. (USAN) board of directors met Wednesday and approved general project plans (GPP) for two prominent projects near Niagara Falls State Park: the First Street mixed-use building and Gorge Gateway Park and Hydraulic Power Plaza.
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Tue, Jun 25th 2024 01:10 pm
A diverse group of organizations that support the entrepreneurial ecosystem across Western New York, including a farm collaborative, a minority-focused business directory, and a kitchen incubator, were named the first winners of Springboard, a regional, innovative rapid prize competition launched this year.
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Tue, Jun 25th 2024 12:55 pm
The sounds of classic rock will come alive and fill the night air in one fantastic farewell to summer when Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino presents an outdoor show by the legendary Peter Frampton on Saturday, Sept. 21 (7 p.m.). Tickets on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, June 28.
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Mon, Jun 24th 2024 10:00 am
The Rev. Joseph L. Levesque, C.M., former president of Niagara University, passed away peacefully June 23, 2024, at St. Catherine's Infirmary in Philadelphia at the age of 85.
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Mon, Jun 24th 2024 07:00 am
Old Fort Niagara has been standing guard at the Niagara River's mouth for almost 300 years. During the fort's long history, it has seen many changes and endured many conflicts. Chief among them is the Siege of 1759 during the French and Indian War.
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Fri, Jun 21st 2024 11:00 am
Two of the Niagara River Region's biggest, family-friendliest events this summer will take place at Artpark. Each festival seeks to unite the community in a celebration of culture, music, dance and creativity.
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Fri, Jun 21st 2024 10:55 am
Lewiston restaurateur Michael Hibbard is teaming with music promoter Ray Barry to bring music and art to Gallo Coal Fire Kitchen this summer.
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Wed, Jun 19th 2024 06:30 pm
There's vocally gifted, and then there's Sarah McLachlan.
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Tue, Jun 18th 2024 10:00 pm
Village of Lewiston residents reelected Nick Conde to a fourth term on the Board of Trustees, and chose Historic Preservation Commission member Jim Fittante to replace Dan Gibson, who opted not to run for office again.
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Tue, Jun 18th 2024 09:10 am
Portions of Niagara County experienced torrential downpour - and subsequent flooding - on Tuesday morning.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2024 11:45 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul is urging New Yorkers to prepare for extreme heat that is forecast for the state this week. A prolonged period of heat and humidity is anticipated to begin Monday in the Genesee Valley and Finger Lakes, and then affect the entire state Tuesday through Friday.
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