Wed, Apr 17th 2019 05:20 pm
A six-week series, "Imagining a More Livable Niagara Falls - Exploring Solutions for the Future of the City," initiated by a group of local activists joined by the City of Niagara Falls and the New York State Chapter of the Congress for the New Urbanism (Partners for a Livable Western New York - Western Region of CNU-New York), will be presented on consecutive Thursday evenings beginning May 2. The program is designed to focus on the built environment and livability of the city.
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Mon, Apr 15th 2019 07:30 pm
It's only one week away from Dyngus Day 2019. On Monday, April 22, Buffalo - the "Dyngus Day Capital of the World" - will welcome hundreds of thousands of people to the historic Polonia district to share in the post-Lenten bash that celebrates spring, shows off Polish pride, promotes playful banter with pussy willows and features the top polka bands in the nation.
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Mon, Apr 15th 2019 07:30 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn, in collaboration with the Buffalo Police Department, Buffalo Public Schools and Say Yes Buffalo, hosted the first "Community Conversation Regarding Gun Violence" at Bennett Community School Campus.
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Mon, Apr 15th 2019 04:10 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation announced the start of construction on a $6.3 million project to rehabilitate seven bridges on northbound Interstate 990 in the Town of Amherst.
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Fri, Apr 12th 2019 04:35 pm
"Boom Days Buffalo," an annual celebration of spring marking the removal of the ice boom, is happening from 1 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, April 27. in multiple venues throughout the Old First Ward neighborhood in Buffalo. The full list of events, times, and locations can be found at www.facebook.com/BoomDaysBuffalo. All events are free and open to all.
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Tue, Apr 9th 2019 12:40 pm
Niagara Falls residents are welcomed to directly plan, and then vote, on how public dollars are spent as part of the Niagara Falls Community Development participatory budgeting process.
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Mon, Apr 8th 2019 02:50 pm
FeedMore WNY is holding a spring flower sale in partnership with Lavocat's Greenhouse and Nursery. The fundraiser will accept orders until Friday, April 26. A portion of the proceeds will benefit FeedMore WNY's Meals on Wheels Program, which provides nutritious food and friendship to homebound seniors and disabled individuals.
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Mon, Apr 8th 2019 02:50 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns is again teaming up with Unyts and the New York Alliance for Donation (NYAD) during Donate Life Month to increase enrollment in the New York State Donate Life Registry.
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Mon, Apr 8th 2019 07:00 am
The Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation's annual golf raffle will take place from 4-7 p.m. Sunday, May 5, at the Sanborn Firehall, 5811 Buffalo St. All proceeds will benefit individuals with developmental and other disabilities who are supported by Intandem.
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Tue, Apr 2nd 2019 01:45 pm
On Monday, Republican 7th District Niagara County Legislator Jesse Gooch voiced his opposition to implementing a new tax in Niagara County.
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Mon, Apr 1st 2019 04:05 pm
In an effort to provide education and awareness around the opioid epidemic, the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services, in cooperation with the Niagara County OASIS (Opioid) Task Force public awareness/involvement subcommittee, will offer a free opioid overdose (Narcan) training from 5-6:30 p.m. Monday, April 15, at Hartland Bible Church, 8110 West Ave., Gasport.
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Mon, Apr 1st 2019 04:00 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation announced a traffic signal study is scheduled to begin on US Route 62, Walnut and Ferry avenues, in the City of Niagara Falls. As a result, traffic control changes will occur.
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Fri, Mar 29th 2019 03:35 pm
The Niagara County Youth Bureau will return as a sponsor for the 2019 summer food service program (SFSP), which ensures children who are economically disadvantaged continue to receive nutritious meals during summer vacation. Meals are comparable to the National School Breakfast and National School Lunch Programs (NSBP and NSLP, respectively) throughout the school year.
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Wed, Mar 27th 2019 11:15 am
The Niagara County Federation of Historical Societies will present its annual congress from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at the Sanborn Historical Society.
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Tue, Mar 26th 2019 03:10 pm
It started with an idea: have an afternoon of bowling to raise funds toward the Ride for Roswell. After a chance encounter between a bowling aficionado and legendary restaurateur Russell J. Salvatore, the idea turned into so much more.
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Mon, Mar 25th 2019 12:15 pm
The New York Power Authority fishing facilities, including the fishing pier at the base of NYPA's Robert Moses Niagara Hydroelectric Power Plant in Lewiston, will open for the season Monday, April 1 (weather-permitting).
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Sat, Mar 23rd 2019 07:00 am
It was a busy Thursday in downtown Niagara Falls.
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Fri, Mar 22nd 2019 05:20 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Niagara River Greenway Standing Committee has released its schedule of remaining 2019 meetings.
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Fri, Mar 22nd 2019 05:15 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will host a "Get Back on Track" event from 12:30-2 p.m. Wednesday in the lobby of the Golisano Center for Community Health, 533 10th St., Niagara Falls.
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Thu, Mar 21st 2019 12:25 pm
Niagara County announced it has implemented a new, web-based civil service examination application process. The new portal allows prospective employees to fill out civil service examination applications via the internet. The site replaces the hardcopy paper applications used in the past.
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Tue, Mar 19th 2019 11:05 am
The Niagara County Workforce Development Board, in partnership with Niagara's WorkSourceOne, will hold its annual spring career fair on Wednesday, March 27, at Four Points by Sheraton, 7001 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls. Hiring representatives from more than 60 businesses will be on-hand, hoping to fill positions in a broad cross-section of local industries.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2019 01:20 pm
The Oliver G. & Sarah Sloan Bauman Fund for the Arts is accepting grant applications for its 2019 granting cycle. The Oliver G. & Sarah Sloan Bauman Fund for the Arts is administered by the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo and awards annual grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations located within the eight counties of Western New York that specialize in the classical arts sector.
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Thu, Mar 14th 2019 01:25 pm
The construction of a replica of the packet boat used by Gov. DeWitt Clinton to travel from Buffalo to New York City to open the Erie Canal in 1825 took a major step forward on Thursday, with the start of a painstaking, age-old process that will create the template for reimagining this historic wooden vessel.
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Wed, Mar 13th 2019 11:40 am
Save-A-Pet of Niagara County will host its ninth annual "Basket Bonanza" on Sunday, March 24, in the 4-H building at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County, 4487 Lake Ave., Lockport. Doors will open at noon, with ticket sales ending at 3 p.m. and the drawing commencing at 3:30 p.m.
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Tue, Mar 12th 2019 10:25 am
From their first day on campus, students in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo experience active learning classrooms, open "learning landscapes" and advanced simulation facilities, all aimed at providing them with a state-of-the-art medical education.
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Mon, Mar 11th 2019 01:45 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued its annual guidance on preventing conflicts between people and coyotes as winter gives way to spring.
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Mon, Mar 4th 2019 02:50 pm
Niagara University students have a new way to engage with each other while developing strategic thinking, teamwork, collaboration, and goal-setting skills: esports. The competitive form of computer gaming is fast-growing on college campuses nationwide, with more than 100 institutions currently participating.
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Thu, Feb 28th 2019 05:10 pm
Arts Services Initiative of Western New York (ASI) announced details of its sixth annual Spark Awards presented by M&T Bank. The awards party, "Celebrating Those Who Ignite Arts & Culture," will take place from 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, at the Hotel Henry located at the Richardson Olmsted Complex.
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Wed, Feb 27th 2019 07:00 am
A trio of primary care physicians will soon be joining the medical staff at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, again expanding the availability of care at its six outpatient sites.
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Tue, Feb 26th 2019 02:55 pm
The Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday announced the team will partner with Coca-Cola and Delaware North to raise funds for Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center at the Sabres' games on March 4 vs. the Edmonton Oilers, March 14 vs. the Pittsburgh Penguins, and March 31 vs. the Columbus Blue Jackets.
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Mon, Feb 25th 2019 12:50 pm
On March 14, Niagara County Pride will host its first LGBTQ health fair. The event is an opportunity for individuals in Niagara County to learn about medical and health services from local providers who either offer services focused around the unique needs of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community, and/or who are affirming and supportive of LGBT patients and clients.
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Fri, Feb 22nd 2019 04:40 pm
Stephanie Kindzia, a longtime Lewiston resident, announced she is seeking a seat on the Niagara County Legislature in the 2nd District. Kindzia, a registered member of the Independence Party, will be making her first run for public office.
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Fri, Feb 22nd 2019 07:00 am
The Mental Health Advocates of WNY (MHA) will host its 57th annual dinner and auction beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, at the Atrium@Rich's. This is the MHA's signature event and biggest fundraiser of the year.
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Thu, Feb 21st 2019 08:50 pm
Decades of research into anxiety and depression have resulted in the development of models that help explain the causes and dimensions of the two disorders.
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Tue, Feb 19th 2019 02:15 pm
The Rev. Raymond Allen, pastor of Bethany Missionary Baptist Church and the president of the Niagara Ministerial Council, will be the keynote speaker Friday, Feb. 22, at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center's 12th Annual Black History Celebration.
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Mon, Feb 18th 2019 12:30 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health nursing division, in collaboration with the Niagara County Office for the Aging, is offering free workshops throughout Niagara County for individuals with any ongoing health condition (for example: arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, pain or high blood pressure.
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Fri, Feb 15th 2019 05:15 pm
Congressman Chris Collins announced the application period for the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response grant program. Administered through the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the SAFER grant program is designed to help local fire departments and emergency management service providers to increase or maintain the number of trained, "frontline" firefighters available in their communities.
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Thu, Feb 14th 2019 04:15 pm
The next meeting of the Buffalo and Erie County Greenway Fund Standing Committee will be at 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, 726 Exchange St., Suite 525, Buffalo. The meeting is open to the public. The agenda includes presentations by applicants who are seeking Greenway project funding in the current round of requests.
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Thu, Feb 14th 2019 12:25 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced board-certified infectious disease specialist Dr. Rajinder Bajwa will provide specialized care for hepatitis C infected patients at the Niagara Wellness Connection Center.
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Thu, Feb 14th 2019 12:20 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the first of several statewide free fishing days in New York will take place this weekend, Saturday, Feb. 16, and Sunday, Feb. 17. During these designated days, residents and visitors are permitted to fish for free without a fishing license.
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