Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 07:40 pm
In light of the new restrictions announced today by the Government of Ontario, Fallsview Casino Resort and Casino Niagara will temporarily close all casino and resort operations as of Wednesday, Jan. 5, at 12:01 a.m.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 05:10 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced a partnership with SUNY and Syracuse University in which 10 new testing sites will be opening on State University of New York campuses across the state and at Syracuse University this week. More campus sites will open in the coming weeks as the project expands.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 02:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced a plan to institute term limits for the governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and comptroller as the first proposal of the 2022 State of the State. The governor will also propose a ban on outside income for statewide elected officials while serving in office. These reforms are aimed at increasing accountability and trust in the integrity of state government.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 02:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced applications are now being accepted for the New York State Homeowner Assistance Fund (NYS HAF), a program that will provide up to $539 million in aid or other direct assistance to help eligible homeowners who are at risk of default, foreclosure or displacement due to financial hardship caused by the pandemic. New York was the first state in the nation to receive U.S. Department of the Treasury approval to launch its program.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 02:10 pm
After 20 years and 32 trips around the globe, over 600 racers have traveled more than 1 million miles to more than 90 countries! Now, 11 new teams will go on the journey of a lifetime when host Phil Keoghan kicks off the 33rd edition of the CBS Original series "The Amazing Race" on the two-hour season premiere, Wednesday, Jan. 5 (8-10 p.m., ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 02:05 pm
CBS recently renewed hit freshman drama "CSI: Vegas" for a second season, to air during the 2022-23 broadcast season. The CBS Original series is part of CBS' successful freshman class, which has four of the top five new series this season. The season one finale aired Wednesday, Dec. 8.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 02:00 pm
"Joe Montana: Cool Under Pressure" is set to premiere on Peacock. The six-part sports documentary series features stories that most people don't know: the doubt from Montana's coaches, the controversies with teammates, and the insecurities from within that drove one of the greatest quarterbacks to ever play the sport.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 01:30 pm
For anyone whose New Year resolution includes finding a new job, Seneca Gaming Corp. is making things easier and more fun than ever before. The corporation will hold a hiring event from noon to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, at Hofbrauhaus Buffalo, 190 Scott St.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 01:15 pm
The Wilson High School vocal ensemble spent a day performing at area assisted living facilities.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 11:10 am
The Niagara County Department of Emergency Services and the Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce are cohosting a free drive-thru mask giveaway for businesses on Thursday, Jan. 6, at the county's Public Safety Training Facility in Lockport. Masks and signage about state masking requirements are available for any Niagara County business, though supplies are limited.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 10:40 am
Tops Friendly Markets and Dole Packaged Foods LLC recently launched the sixth annual Learning Garden contest that will grant two elementary schools in either upstate New York, Vermont or Northern Pennsylvania a Captain Planet Foundation Project Learning Garden. The contest began Jan. 2 and runs until Feb. 28.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 10:40 am
Making New Year's resolutions is a time-honored tradition, and sometimes those resolutions are easier to make than to keep. The American Heart Association, the world's leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, has tips and resources to help you set goals you can keep all year long.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 10:40 am
The beginning of a new year is a popular time to make resolutions for improved wellness. For those who use tobacco products, the new year provides an opportunity to seek assistance to become tobacco-free.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 10:40 am
Another year has passed and 2022 is here! What's on your New Year's resolution list? Now is the time that many of us are reflecting on the passing year and thinking about what we want to do differently in the new year. It's a great time to start with a fresh slate, to tackle unachieved goals, and try new experiences. Volunteering at Catholic Health can help you find the right volunteer opportunity and make it so much easier to meet your goals in the New Year.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 10:40 am
Welding teachers Eric Farrell and Shane Bartella recently invited Matt Kasprzyk from BOYD Corp. into their classrooms at the Niagara Career and Technical Education Center.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 10:35 am
The Firemen's Association of the State of New York (FASNY) applauds Gov. Kathy Hochul for signing legislation that bans carcinogenic flame-retardant chemicals in household items, furniture, and electronic enclosures.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 10:05 am
The regularly scheduled work session of the Village of Lewiston Board for Monday, Jan. 3, has been canceled due to lack of business. The next regular meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 18, inside the Morgan Lewis Village Boardroom at the Red Brick, 145 N. Fourth St.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 09:40 am
On Saturday, Jan. 15, Old Fort Niagara presents "Winter Warriors," a day of family-oriented programming focusing on how people survived on the 18th century frontier during the winter months. From 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., visitors can learn how soldiers and Native Americans traveled hundreds of miles through sub-zero temperatures to conduct raids on enemy settlements.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 09:00 am
The substantial volume of COVID-19 case reports in recent days has exceeded the ECDOH and New York state contact tracing capacity to individually contact every Erie County resident with a positive COVID-19 test result.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 08:55 am
The significant increase in recent COVID-19 cases means that proper, consistent mask use is even more important as a protective measure for Erie County residents, regardless of vaccination status.
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Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 07:00 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York state's annual commemoration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be presented as a statewide broadcast event, "New York State Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: Opportunity and Promise," airing on PBS stations throughout New York beginning MLK weekend and streaming at empirestateplaza.ny.gov/nyking.
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Sat, Jan 1st 2022 12:40 pm
2021 was a busy year for us here at Niagara Frontier Publications, as well, as we continued to expand and grow - with your help.
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Sat, Jan 1st 2022 12:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced "Winter Surge Plan 2.0," a new targeted effort to bolster New York's fight against the winter surge.
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Sat, Jan 1st 2022 12:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced a new partnership between the New York State Department of Health and the New York National Guard that will train soldiers to become certified EMTs, resulting in additional service members eligible for clinical deployments at health care facilities in need of staff due to the winter surge of COVID-19.
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Sat, Jan 1st 2022 12:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced issuance of spring semester reopening guidance for SUNY and CUNY campuses, which includes the continuation of the student vaccine mandate as well as requiring all students regularly accessing campus to receive the COVID-19 booster for the spring semester.
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Fri, Dec 31st 2021 10:00 am
As we get ready to flip the calendar to a new year, advertising bombards us with home gym equipment, weight loss programs, and food delivery services. These ads have many people thinking now is the time to get into shape.
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Thu, Dec 30th 2021 07:00 am
In anticipation of what we know will be an amazing 2022, our reporters, designers, ad reps, carriers and office staff are taking a much-needed holiday rest to recharge and get back to covering your hometown news.
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Wed, Dec 29th 2021 04:50 pm
Due to an increasing inpatient census caused by the omicron coronavirus variant, Erie County Medical Center Corp. will suspend all inpatient visitation except when medically necessary, or for family members or legal representatives of patients in imminent end-of-life circumstances, beginning this Friday, Dec. 31.
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Wed, Dec 29th 2021 04:50 pm
The Niagara County Department of Health issued the following weekly update on positive COVID-19 cases in Niagara County from Dec. 23-29. Reports are made each Wednesday.
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Wed, Dec 29th 2021 01:30 pm
Bruce Sutherland was a treasure and a friend and a pillar of the Lewiston community.
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Wed, Dec 29th 2021 12:25 pm
AAA Western and Central New York encourages motorists to be extra vigilant this holiday season and to celebrate New Year's Eve responsibly. AAA reminds partygoers to plan ahead with a designated driver.
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Wed, Dec 29th 2021 12:20 pm
New York Attorney General Letitia James on Tuesday issued a statement to employers following new recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) isolation periods:
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Wed, Dec 29th 2021 12:20 pm
In the ongoing effort to ensure the wellbeing of the cast, crew, and audiences, the Wednesday, Dec. 29, at 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, Dec. 30, at 7:30 p.m. performances have been canceled. All future performances of "Hamilton" are scheduled to go on as planned.
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Tue, Dec 28th 2021 02:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a "substantial" year-over-year increase in available emergency home heating aid - with more than $90 million in federal funding available to help low- and middle-income New Yorkers avoid having their home heating disconnected, or exhausting their heating source amid fuel price increases this winter.
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Tue, Dec 28th 2021 01:50 pm
The Mental Health Association in Niagara County, in collaboration with Mental Health Advocates of Western New York, will offer youth peer support services to middle and high school students.
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Tue, Dec 28th 2021 01:45 pm
Please take notice that the Village of Lewiston Historic Preservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing on the advisability of Sec. 15-105 (c)(5) of the Criteria and procedure for designation of buildings, sites or districts; for local designation of 475 Ridge Street, Lewiston NY 14092, Tax ID #101.10-2-60
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Tue, Dec 28th 2021 12:15 pm
The Niagara Falls Police Department on Tuesday announced an arrest was made regarding threats of gun violence at Niagara Falls High School. Charged with three counts of making a terrorist threat, a D felony, is a fifteen-year-old Niagara Falls resident. Due to the age of the arrested person, their name will not be released. The case will be directed to Niagara County Family Court.
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Mon, Dec 27th 2021 09:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the following on Monday:
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Mon, Dec 27th 2021 07:00 pm
The Niagara Region of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation has released the winter program schedule. All programs are free and open to the public. Registration is highly encouraged, as programs tend to fill.
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Mon, Dec 27th 2021 11:20 am
New York National Guard soldiers and airmen provided military funeral services for more than 10,000 families of veterans during 2021.
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