Mon, May 8th 2023 10:15 am
The story of the world's best-selling series for young readers is also the story of Leslie McFarlane, the hidden ghost writer whose nimble mind and tap-dancing fingers helped make the "Hardy Boys" books an astonishing and long-lasting success.
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Mon, May 8th 2023 10:10 am
The Historical Association of Lewiston's next program is titled "Wicked Niagara; The Sinister Side of the Niagara Frontier." Lorna MacDonald Czarnota will present this event at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 25, at the Lutheran Church of the Messiah Fellowship Hall, 915 Oneida St., Lewiston.
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Mon, May 8th 2023 09:35 am
The Lewiston Garden Club perennial sale is set for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 20, at the Red Brick Municipal Building, 145 N. Fourth St.
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Mon, May 8th 2023 07:00 am
Gregory Robinson, the former director of the James Webb Space Telescope Program at NASA, and Niagara University alumnus Sam Goodwin, who spent nine weeks imprisoned in Syria, will address graduates at Niagara University's 2023 commencement ceremonies on May 11 and 13 at the outdoor amphitheater at Artpark in Lewiston. On May 18, Altaf Stationwala, president/CEO at Mackenzie Health, will provide the commencement address for NU's Ontario graduates, who will celebrate at a ceremony at the Meridian Centre.
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Mon, May 8th 2023 07:00 am
Artpark & Company has announced the 2023 "New Music in the Park Series." Six performances will be held in various locations throughout Artpark's scenic grounds, curated by Artpark staff and award-winning conductor and composer Brent Chancellor.
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Fri, May 5th 2023 12:50 pm
The start of 65th season of racing at Ransomville Speedway will have to wait another week, as with persistent rain - and an unfavorable forecast for most of this week - speedway management made the decision to pull the plug on opening night (originally scheduled for Friday, May 5).
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Fri, May 5th 2023 11:00 am
A regional tourism company is looking to add a new attraction along the Niagara River. Gray Line Niagara Falls/Buffalo has presented the Village of Lewiston with a proposal for amphibious tours.
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Fri, May 5th 2023 11:00 am
At Monday's Village of Lewiston work session, Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce President Jennifer Pauly petitioned local leaders to keep the International Peace Garden open year-round. She was joined by Chuck Barber, who owns the adjoining "Big Yellow House" on Ridge Street; and his tenant, Brooke Unversaw, who operates Queen B's Cottage inside that building.
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Fri, May 5th 2023 10:55 am
The Lewiston Porter Youth Football and Cheer Organization has been partnering with the Village of Lewiston in recent years, most notably in using Richard F. Soluri Park in the plateau area off Portage Road. The youth group will soon begin renting the former board meeting room on the second floor of the Red Brick Municipal Building.
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Fri, May 5th 2023 10:00 am
The Village of Lewiston Board approved the new fiscal year budget at a work session on Monday.
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Fri, May 5th 2023 10:00 am
Spring has finally arrived in Lewiston, and with it the 28th annual Lewiston Family Spring Fling.
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Fri, May 5th 2023 10:00 am
On Sunday, April 30, the Niagara County Peach Queen Program held a free prom dress giveaway at You & Me Boutique in the Village of Lewiston.
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Fri, May 5th 2023 09:55 am
In honor of its 50th (golden) anniversary year, the Historical Association of Lewiston and Lewiston Museum (HAL) has announced the start of its 2023 membership drive.
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Fri, May 5th 2023 09:45 am
Artpark & Company's Strawberry Moon Festival will return Saturday, June 17. Admission to the afternoon activities (1-6 p.m.) in Artpark's lower park is free. Tickets for the featured evening performances beginning at 6 p.m. outside in the "Niagara 1979 Painted Parking Lot" and stage are $20, on sale at the box office and ticketmaster.com. Chairs and blankets will be allowed for the concert and performances.
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Wed, May 3rd 2023 05:45 pm
This week, we celebrated a significant milestone in the evolution of our organization. It was with great pride and enthusiasm that we unveiled the rebrand of our chamber of commerce, now known as the Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce.
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Wed, May 3rd 2023 09:35 am
Kenmore Mercy Hospital and Mount St. Mary's Hospital received the Buffalo-Niagara region's only "A" Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit agency that rates hospitals on how well they protect patients from preventable harm.
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Wed, May 3rd 2023 07:00 am
The Lewiston Choraleers will present its annual spring program, "My Favorite Things," at three area churches on May 27-28 and June 3. The program will feature an upbeat mix of music from Disney productions, Irving Berlin favorites, and patriotic numbers.
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Tue, May 2nd 2023 11:05 am
Metz Culinary Management held its annual "Ultimate Cake Competition" at Niagara University in March. This year, eight student teams participated in decorating an 8-inch round cake, with students voting for the best design.
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Tue, May 2nd 2023 11:00 am
To celebrate the beauty of late spring transitioning into summer, the Center of Renewal at Stella Niagara is inviting all interested Western New Yorkers to "Flowers In Bloom: God's Insight for Our Lives" from 4:45-8 p.m. Thursday, June 1, as part of the new ongoing "Evening of Prayer" series.
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Tue, May 2nd 2023 09:00 am
The Family and Friends Down Syndrome Association of Niagara is pleased to announce the return of the Down River Run 5K and 1.5 Mile Fun Walk. The event will take place Saturday, June 3, at Fort Niagara State Park, managed by Its Your Race, Race Management Solutions.
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Mon, May 1st 2023 02:45 pm
Last week's inclement weather had Ransomville Speedway management quickly coming up with a plan to get the 2023 season underway for the "Big R" and "Little R."
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Mon, May 1st 2023 01:25 pm
Know a youngster interested in science and technology? Make a visit to the New York Power Authority's free "STEAM Ahead" career fair Saturday, May 6, and learn about space, glowing rocks, buried artifacts, the skilled trades, computer programming and more - all at the Niagara Power Vista.
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Mon, May 1st 2023 07:00 am
The 32nd annual Workers Memorial Day will be observed Saturday, May 6. Public, friends and families are invited to attend the event at the Workers Memorial Monument, 5755 Reservoir Park (off Route 31).
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Mon, May 1st 2023 07:00 am
Maxine Grimmer, a Niagara County master gardener, will present a PowerPoint talk about butterfly gardening in Western New York at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 10, at Youngstown Presbyterian Church, 100 Church St.
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Fri, Apr 28th 2023 11:00 am
Tom Deal is a smart marketer - so much so, one might wonder if his last name is really real. It works so well!
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Fri, Apr 28th 2023 11:00 am
Members of the Memorial Day committee gathered for a photo and a meeting on Wednesday. For the first time since 2019, the parade will return to Center Street in the Village of Lewiston. Following the procession, Veterans of Foreign Wars Downriver Post 7487 will hold its annual observance ceremony at the "Circle of Honor" monument in Academy Park.
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Fri, Apr 28th 2023 09:10 am
The Lewiston Community Lions would like to thank everyone who participated in the Village of Lewiston Earth Day Cleanup and Community Picnic.
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Fri, Apr 28th 2023 08:55 am
Wild Kritters of Niagara County has set the date and location of for its annual basket raffle. The fundraiser is set for Sunday, June 4, at the 3F Conservation Club, 904 Swann Road, Youngstown. Tickets go on sale at noon, with the drawing beginning at 4 p.m.
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Thu, Apr 27th 2023 07:55 pm
Due to inclement weather, Ransomville Speedway management made the decision to cancel this weekend's "Test, Tune, and Time" for the stock car program, and Sunday's go-kart driving school.
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Wed, Apr 26th 2023 09:35 am
Old Fort Niagara will host its first smoke dance competition, Native Nations at Niagara, on Saturday, May 13.
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Tue, Apr 25th 2023 04:15 pm
Lewiston-Porter High School announced the following students were named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the third quarter marking period of the 2022-23 academic year.
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Tue, Apr 25th 2023 04:15 pm
Lewiston-Porter Middle School announced the following students have been named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the third quarter marking period for the 2022-23 academic year.
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Mon, Apr 24th 2023 09:35 am
Katie Holten is collaborating with Western New York cultural organizations Artpark & Company, Talking Leaves...Books, Western New York Book Arts Center, and Hallwalls to present a free tree workshop and launch the publication of "The Language of Trees."
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Mon, Apr 24th 2023 07:00 am
The Youngstown Yacht Club will host its annual membership open house from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, May 18, at the club, located at 491 Water St.
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Fri, Apr 21st 2023 11:00 am
The Silo Restaurant opened for the season on Wednesday, bringing summer vibes - not to mention "Haystack," hot dog and ice cream fans - back to the north end of Water Street after a cold winter.
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Fri, Apr 21st 2023 10:55 am
What are you doing the weekend of Friday, June 9, through Sunday, June 11? If you're interested in finding great deals on items you won't find anywhere else - in the world! - then we've got something special for you: The 31st annual 10 Mile Garage & Sidewalk Sale.
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Fri, Apr 21st 2023 09:15 am
The Lewiston Community Lions will sponsor the Village of Lewiston Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 22, at the Red Brick Municipal Building, located at 145 N. Fourth St.
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Fri, Apr 21st 2023 09:10 am
Jordan Brooks, the 2022-23 Niagara County Peach Queen, has been collecting donated prom Dress for the past two months. She currently has over 50 dresses available in all sizes for high school seniors who need a dress for their special prom night.
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Fri, Apr 21st 2023 09:00 am
Trustees in the Village of Lewiston on Monday voted to approve the fiscal year 2023-24 budget - a financial plan that includes a tax increase.
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Fri, Apr 21st 2023 07:00 am
The Lewiston Garden Club installed new officers at a March 27 meeting held at the Griffon Brewery and Gastropub.
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