Tue, Feb 14th 2023 01:55 pm
On Feb. 11 at 3:18 a.m., the Niagara County Sheriff's Office communications center received a 911 call reporting a male making suicidal statements, armed with a firearm, in the 3000 block of Ransomville Road in the Town of Porter.
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Mon, Feb 13th 2023 07:00 am
The Ransomville Speedway has officially released the 2023 schedule of events. From fan favorites to national and regional touring series, "The Big R" is the place to be on Friday nights.
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Mon, Feb 13th 2023 07:00 am
During the American Revolution, armies generally went into winter quarters where they sometimes struggled to keep their forces supplied. On Feb. 18-19, Old Fort Niagara will host a special event that depicts life in a winter garrison for both soldiers and civilians.
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Mon, Feb 13th 2023 07:00 am
Castellani Art Museum (CAM) of Niagara University celebrates two powerful exhibition launches. "Survive, Remember Thrive, Armenian Traditions" in Western New York is on view from Feb. 2 to May 7, and a closing reception will be held on its final day. "Imaginary Worlds: Behind the Scenes with Niagara University Theatre" is on view from Feb. 9 to Aug. 13, and a reception will be held on Feb. 23 from 4:30-7 p.m.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 05:35 pm
Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti announced that Niagara County law enforcement agencies will participate in a special effort to bring awareness to the dangers of impaired driving.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 10:30 am
Buffalo may be the "City of Good Neighbors" but, just north in Niagara Falls, couples have been meeting, marrying and honeymooning for at least over 200 years. It was future U.S. Vice President Aaron Burr's daughter who put Niagara Falls on the map as the "Honeymoon Capital of the World," but the real reason why coupling may be occurring against the backdrop of a world wonder may have more to do with science than beautiful scenery.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 10:20 am
The Youngstown Volunteer Fire Co. held its 112th Installation Dinner and Awards gathering on Saturday, Feb. 4, at the Youngstown firehall. The event featured a number of swearing-in ceremonies for the various officers representing YVFC's 65 members, as well as recognition paid to some special individuals who serve the company.
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Wed, Feb 8th 2023 08:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced $100 million in state funding has been released to support the renewal of roadways impacted by extreme weather. The funding supports repaving projects at 64 locations, totaling almost 520 lane miles of pavement, and "complements the record level of investment in infrastructure across New York state."
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Tue, Feb 7th 2023 03:20 pm
The Home Assistance Referral Team has received a $25,000 grant from The John R. Oishei Foundation to expand the services HART has been providing for over 40 years.
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Mon, Feb 6th 2023 05:25 pm
The First Presbyterian Church of Youngstown, 100 Main St., will host an art show from noon to 7 p.m., and talent show from 7-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11. This free event is open to the community as part of a yearlong celebration of the church's 200th anniversary.
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Mon, Feb 6th 2023 02:20 pm
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated a ribbon-cutting with Beth Rickard (Tuscarora Nation, Deer Clan) and her family for her new business, First Nations Copywriter.
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Mon, Feb 6th 2023 11:50 am
Ransomville Speedway hosted a drivers registration meeting at the Ransomville Fire Co. on Sunday afternoon. Drivers had the opportunity to reserve pit pads, register their cars, purchase track memberships and DIRTcar licenses. Ransomville Speedway officials, including tech inspectors and the race director, were on hand to answer any questions.
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Mon, Feb 6th 2023 11:45 am
The Historical Association of Lewiston's next program, "Poking Through Jell-O," will feature speaker Douglas DeCroix. This event is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23, at the Lutheran Church of the Messiah Fellowship Hall, 915 Oneida St.
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Mon, Feb 6th 2023 07:00 am
The Niagara Arts & Cultural Center has announced the 12th annual Artists of Color Exhibition. This exhibit is curated by Ray Robertson, co-director of galleries.
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Fri, Feb 3rd 2023 11:20 am
On Thursday, at 8:12 p.m., the Niagara County Sheriff's Office communications center received a 911 call reporting smoke in the apartment building located at 136 Jackson St., in the Village of Youngstown. NCSO deputies and officers from the Town of Lewiston Police Department responded and confirmed smoke coming from the second floor of the building.
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Wed, Feb 1st 2023 10:40 pm
Niagara University has received a $300,000 grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to continue and enhance work done by its College of Nursing to foster nurse resilience, effectively bridge the transition from student to health care professional, address a critical shortage in the nursing workforce, increase awareness of health inequities, and develop effective approaches to care in complex environments across Western New York, with an emphasis on Niagara County.
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Tue, Jan 31st 2023 04:55 pm
Michael Franti & Spearhead "Big Big Love Tour" with special guests Tank and the Bangas visit the Artpark Amphitheater at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 21. Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 3. This concert is presented by Funtime and Artpark.
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Tue, Jan 31st 2023 04:45 pm
Longtime professor of education Dr. Thomas Sheeran was elected to the position of first vice president of the New York State Magistrate's Association. The group represents more than 2,200 town and village judges in the 1,300 local courts across New York.
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Tue, Jan 31st 2023 04:40 pm
Parachute Credit Counseling - formerly known as Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Buffalo (CCCS) - announced it is launching the ninth year of its "Niagara County Free Tax Preparation Program" on Jan. 31. Parachute will use a "drop-off" process, with sites in Niagara Falls at Pinnacle Community Services, 1522 Main St.; and in Lockport, at the Lockport Library, 23 East Ave.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 02:05 pm
The Western New York Power Proceeds Allocation Board is scheduled to meet at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14, at the visitor's center of the New York Power Authority (NYPA) Niagara Power Project at 5777 Lewiston Road, Lewiston.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 01:40 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, has introduced the "Make NEXUS Work Act" legislation to make video conferencing available to new and renewing NEXUS applicants.
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Mon, Jan 30th 2023 01:40 pm
Applications for the 2023 Native American handicraft sales permits are now available for the upcoming summer season at Niagara Falls State Park.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 02:10 pm
Mount St. Mary's Hospital has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval and the American Stroke Association's Certificate of Distinction as a Primary Stroke Center. It is the only hospital in Niagara County that holds this advanced certification. The Joint Commission is one of the leading accrediting bodies, ensuring the highest standards of quality and patient safety are met for more than 22,000 health care organizations across the U.S.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 11:10 am
Lewiston will celebrate 10 years of "old to new and everything in between," as Antique to Chic marks a decade in business at 536 Center St.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 11:00 am
Lewiston Town Board members approved staff changes with the Lewiston Police Department, as well as some member updates with the Historical Preservation Commission, in its otherwise low-key regular meeting on Monday.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 09:05 am
Long-time Lewiston resident Jerald I. Wolfgang, age 84, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023, at his Lewiston home. He was a prominent face in education, economic development, political and community affairs in Niagara County over past decades.
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Fri, Jan 27th 2023 08:40 am
The Hon. Thomas J. Sheeran announced he would seek a ninth, four-year term of office as Lewiston town justice. Sheeran, a long-time faculty member at Niagara University, is completing his eighth term this year. In previous election cycles, the Democrat, Republican, Independence and Conservative parties have all endorsed Sheeran's reelection efforts.
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Wed, Jan 25th 2023 09:35 am
Niagara University will welcome White House correspondent April Ryan as the featured speaker during its annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy. The presentation takes place at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1, in the Russell J. Salvatore Dining Commons on the Niagara University campus. The event is free and open to the public.
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Mon, Jan 23rd 2023 01:35 pm
On Wednesday, Jan. 25, the Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center is kicking off its "We Are Here" speaker series with presenter Josh Poole. Poole's topic is "The Global Underground Railroad: How Enslaved People Communicated Resistance and Sought Freedom Across the World."
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Fri, Jan 20th 2023 12:45 pm
At a brief session earlier this month, the Town of Lewiston got down to business for 2023, with a number of approvals, authorizations and appointments for the upcoming year.
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Fri, Jan 20th 2023 11:45 am
Two Lewiston restaurant locations are back in business.
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Fri, Jan 20th 2023 11:00 am
Members of the Niagara River Greenway Commission held a lengthy get-together Tuesday afternoon in the Town of Porter. The two-part session included a business meeting that saw discussions on a fitness court in planning for Porter on the Lake Town Park; discussions on Greenway projects such as the Gorge View Trail Systems; and a breakthrough Environmental Ambassador Project utilizing high school students, area colleges and businesses.
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Fri, Jan 20th 2023 11:00 am
The Youngstown Garden Club invites the community to attend its annual fundraiser, "Starry Night." The event takes place from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, at the First Presbyterian Church of Youngstown.
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Fri, Jan 20th 2023 11:00 am
Niagara University celebrated the completion of an $11.5 million renovation project at its Kiernan Recreation Center on Thursday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The project was funded through a $1 million grant from the New York State Higher Education Capital (HECap) matching program, as well as other private donations and university investments.
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Fri, Jan 20th 2023 07:00 am
Mount St. Mary's Hospital is celebrating the devotion of Sister Judith Terrameo, OSF, BCC, who served the hospital as a board-certified chaplain for the past 12 years. She is starting a new chapter in her life, accepting a leadership position responsible for providing pastoral care to over 60 sisters of her order - the Franciscan Sisters of Alleghany - who reside in a motherhouse located in Olean.
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Wed, Jan 18th 2023 07:55 pm
Niagara County legislators Irene Myers and Shawn Foti have sent a letter to Gov. Kathy Hochul raising serious concerns about New York's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) scoping plan in light of the December blizzard.
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Mon, Jan 16th 2023 11:35 am
Timothy J. Engel has been named general manager of the Niagara Frontier Golf Club, a private golf club on Lake Road in the Village of Youngstown near Lake Ontario. The announcement was made by club President Andrew Cline.
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Mon, Jan 16th 2023 07:00 am
As the Castellani Art Museum (CAM) of Niagara University begins a busy new year filled with dynamic exhibitions, community programs for all ages, public tours, and thought-provoking discussions and lectures, among other initiatives, CAM Director Ellen Owens reflected on the museum's success in 2022.
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Fri, Jan 13th 2023 11:00 am
Once again, the Youngstown/Town of Porter and Lewiston communities hit it out of the park by providing Christmas gifts of toys, clothing and food for 65 families, including 123 children, living in our community. The Christmas Basket Program was a win-win for the recipients and the donors.
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Fri, Jan 13th 2023 11:00 am
The Youngstown Business and Professional Association held its winter dinner meeting Tuesday evening for membership at Ray's Tavern on Lake Road.
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