Thu, Apr 18th 2013 12:15 pm
New Directions Youth and Family Services, Western New York's leading provider of services for at-risk children and families, invites the community to join the organization for an evening of fine wines, music and gourmet hors d'oeuvres at the fourth annual "Wines of Distinction" fundraiser.
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Thu, Apr 18th 2013 12:15 pm
It may not yet be a "Tough Mudder" or even a "Spartan Race," but an upcoming physical challenge at Niagara University is anything but basic.
Well, come to think of it, it is.
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Thu, Apr 18th 2013 12:15 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation has announced that the golf course at Beaver Island State Park is now open.
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Thu, Apr 18th 2013 12:15 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, NY-26, received confirmation that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has authorized $22 million for the next stage of Buffalo River restoration. The federal funding will be matched dollar for dollar by a consortium of non-federal funding partners, through a partnership agreement between the Honeywell Corporation and Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper, for a combined $44 million project.
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Thu, Apr 18th 2013 07:00 am
It's that time of year at Niagara University. A time that is most important for the beloved senior class. With hundreds of varieties in majors and minors, the class of 2013 is ready to walk on stage and receive their diploma. With a little over 4,000 students at Niagara and about 1,000 seniors, there are endless possibilities for what each person could contribute to the future.
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Thu, Apr 18th 2013 07:00 am
Supermarket Liquors and Wines has signed on to be a platinum sponsor for Artpark's 40th anniversary gala on June 1. Owner Chris Castellani has personally donated two bottles of wine from his own collection.
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Wed, Apr 17th 2013 03:00 pm
D'Avolio Olive Oils and Vinegars is becoming Western New York's newest local treasure. After visiting the Lewiston location for taste testing of the oils and vinegars, I decided to try the newest addition to the D'Avolio's stores at the kitchen in Williamsville.
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Wed, Apr 17th 2013 12:50 pm
Wild Kritters of Niagara County Inc., an organization that cares for injured and orphaned wildlife, hosts its seventh annual basket raffle Sunday, April 21, at the 3F Conservation Club, 904 Swann Road, Youngstown.
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Wed, Apr 17th 2013 12:30 pm
Local Bills fans react to the new leadership of the Buffalo Bills, newly appointed head coach, Doug Marrone and President/CEO Russ Brandon.
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Wed, Apr 17th 2013 12:25 pm
The Niagara County Industrial Development Agency board of directors has accepted applications for assistance from Power Greenhouse Integration LLC for a greenhouse renovation project in the Town of Wheatfield and Plati Niagara Inc. LLC for another new hotel in Niagara Falls.
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Wed, Apr 17th 2013 10:10 am
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce, the Village of Lewiston and The Silo Restaurant, in cooperation with the Niagara River Anglers, will celebrate one of the region's most famous natural resources as they host the Lewiston Smelt Festival on Friday, May 3, at the foot of Center Street along the Lewiston waterfront.
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Wed, Apr 17th 2013 09:45 am
"From the Mouth of the Lower Niagara River: Stories of Four Historic Communities" was published to commemorate 200 years of peace between Canada and the U.S. The book showcases the rich history of Lewiston, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Queenston and Youngstown.
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Wed, Apr 17th 2013 09:40 am
The acclaimed motion picture, television and theater producing team of Craig Zadan and Neil Meron will return to produce the Oscars for a second time next year, Academy President Hawk Koch announced. The Academy Awards will air live on ABC on "Oscar Sunday," March 2, 2014.
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Wed, Apr 17th 2013 09:35 am
The Historic Riviera Theatre presents "That's The Way It Was" Elvis tribute starring Rick Alviti on Saturday, April 27, at 8 p.m., for one performance only.
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Wed, Apr 17th 2013 09:30 am
Congressman Brian Higgins, NY-26, recently took to the House of Representatives Floor to raise awareness of the need for a renewed national focus on preventing, treating and caring for those with Alzheimer's disease.
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Wed, Apr 17th 2013 09:20 am
Zdeno Chara and the Boston Bruins (56 pts.) host Drew Stafford and the Buffalo Sabres (42 pts.) at TD Bank Garden in Boston on NBC Sports Network's "Wednesday Night Rivalry" at 7:30 p.m.
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Wed, Apr 17th 2013 09:20 am
Niagara County Fourth District Coroner Richard W. Rutland resigned Tuesday, citing "personal reasons" in a two-sentence letter of resignation to county lawmakers. The resignation takes effect April 30.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 05:20 pm
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 05:20 pm
The New York State Rifle & Pistol Association has filed a motion for preliminary injunction in federal court in Buffalo seeking to stop enforcement of various provisions of the Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement Act of 2013. At the same time, the association also filed a motion for expedited hearing on its motion for a preliminary injunction.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 05:10 pm
CMS @ The Chapel, part of the Christian Musician Summit series, is taking registrations for its May 3 and 4 event at The Chapel at Crosspoint in Buffalo. The conference, a popular event of workshops and performances, features some of the top musicians in the Christian music industry.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 05:10 pm
The Niagara Catholic Jr./Sr. High School board of trustees announced Tuesday Ronald K. Buggs has officially taken on the role of president/principal of the school. He replaces Robert DiFrancesco, who retired in March.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 05:05 pm
Spring fever will burn through the air during Queen City Roller Girls' annual "Hell on Wheels" as the Lake Effect Furies rumble with downstate's Long Island Roller Rebels followed by the Suicidal Saucies taking on the Devil Dollies. The double-header begins at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, at the Rainbow Rink in North Tonawanda.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 02:55 pm
Join the C.A.F.E. of Niagara County group on Monday, April 22, from 6 to 8 p.m. for a free summer services fair for people with developmental disabilities.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 01:40 pm
In the sixth episode of NBC's reality competition show "Fashion Star" (Friday, April 12), the contestants worked with the buyers to get a better understanding of what they would like to see from them.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 01:35 pm
The Erie Canal Discovery Center has announced local Canalway Trail enthusiast Carol Schmelz was selected to receive the eighth annual Key to the Locks Award on May 4 at 11 a.m. at the Discovery Center in Lockport.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 01:30 pm
For the first time ever, "The Price Is Right," daytime television's most-watched program, is inviting children to "come on down" and play with their parents in a special kids episode, Friday, May 3, on CBS.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 01:25 pm
Dan Hicks, NBC Sports Group's longtime and critically acclaimed golf and Olympic commentator, will join NBC Sports' Notre Dame football coverage this season as its lead play-by-play voice. His first assignment comes this Saturday, April 20, when NBC Sports Network presents Notre Dame football's 84th annual Blue-Gold Game at 1 p.m.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 01:25 pm
Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier has announced that forward Mikhail Grigorenko was recalled from the Quebec Remparts of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 01:25 pm
CBS Sports' final-round coverage of the 2013 Masters on Sunday, April 14, which saw Australia's Adam Scott win the coveted green jacket after an extra-holes playoff win against Argentina's Angel Cabrera, earned an average household rating/share of 10.2/21, up 26 percent from last year's 8.1/19 in the Nielsen metered markets.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 01:20 pm
An estimated 44.3 million viewers (Persons 2+) watched CBS Sports' third- and final-round coverage of the 2013 Masters on Saturday, April 13, and Sunday, April 14, making it the second-largest number of viewers to watch all-or-part* of the network's weekend coverage of the Masters in 12 years.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 10:41 am
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 10:00 am
When it was announced that the Rev. Joseph Levesque C.M., president of Niagara University, would be stepping down, many reacted with sadness and took a look back on Levesque's time at Niagara. When talking about Niagara, Levesque himself reflects fondly on all of his years at the university. He makes it clear that although he is resigning as president, this is in no way the end of his time at Niagara or his commitment to the school.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 08:00 am
On Monday, the Supreme Court of the United States declined to hear the case of Kachalsky, et al. v. Cacace, et al. challenging New York state's handgun licensing statute, which requires individuals to demonstrate "proper cause" to obtain a license to carry concealed handguns in public.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 08:00 am
Everywoman Opportunity Center Inc. will honor outstanding Western New York community members at its 29th annual awards dinner. For almost 30 years, Everywoman has given awards in recognition of the outstanding actions of women who are pathfinders, risk-takers and role models for all women in their communities.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 08:00 am
Congressman Chris Collins, NY-27, is announcing the dredging of three Lake Ontario harbors is on track to happen next year. Collins said the Army Corp of Engineers now has the funding it needs to perform maintenance dredging in Oak Orchard, Olcott and Wilson harbors.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 08:00 am
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, will be hosting a Facebook town hall meeting on his Facebook page Tuesday, April 16, from to 7 p.m. Constituents will be able to post questions and comments about the issues that most affect them and their communities, including gun control, job creation, casino gaming, education funding and tourism.
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Tue, Apr 16th 2013 08:00 am
The Buffalo Sabres Green Team has announced it will be teaming up with the Buffalo Recycling Alliance to host a "Community Carnival and RecycleFest" on April 27, from noon until 2 p.m., at Community Charter School.
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Mon, Apr 15th 2013 05:00 pm
The Coalition of Agencies in Service to the Elderly will hold its 24th annual spring networking conference, "Navigating Transitions: Preparing for the Next Phase of Life," on Wednesday, May 8, at American Legion Post 1451.
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Mon, Apr 15th 2013 04:55 pm
Niagara University's College of Business Administration will be taking care of a lot of important business at the Buffalo Marriott on April 25.
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Mon, Apr 15th 2013 02:00 pm
"The Voice" enters the second stage of competition this week with the start of the "Battle Rounds." Acts from each of the four squads - "Team Adam," "Team Shakira," "Team Usher" and "Team Blake" - will be paired off and asked to perform a duet of a coach-selected song. The winner will advance, while the loser may be eliminated from the show.
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