Wed, Nov 4th 2015 02:05 pm
Across the nation, Great Clips salons and their customers are showing their appreciation to veterans and members of the military with the "You Can Thank a Veteran" promotion.
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Wed, Nov 4th 2015 02:05 pm
In the continued spirit of raising money to help lift children out of poverty, NBC is once again set to celebrate "Red Nose Day" with a two-hour television event.
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Wed, Nov 4th 2015 01:00 pm
The Buffalo Sabres announced the team will hold its annual Military Appreciation Game Nov. 7 during their 1 p.m. game against the Vancouver Canucks at First Niagara Center. The annual event will be dedicated to honoring both current and former members of this nation's armed forces and will feature several tributes throughout the night.
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Wed, Nov 4th 2015 12:00 am
Half of Lewiston's candidates for elected office went to bed Tuesday unsure if they'll serve the people come January.
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 11:20 pm
It was a good Election Day night for the incumbents across NFP's coverage area, as Niagara Falls Mayor Paul Dyster, Town of Wheatfield Supervisor Bob Cliffe, North Tonawanda Mayor Art Pappas and Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz each handily won re-election.
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 03:00 pm
The Women's Business Center at Canisius College received a $26,300 grant from the First Niagara Foundation to fund programs in its Forum Series, which supports women entrepreneurs through the steps of new business establishment and expansion.
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 02:30 pm
On Wednesday, Nov. 11, the Town of Niagara Lions and Lioness Clubs will once again honor this nation's veterans with a ceremony at Veterans Heights Park in the Town of Niagara (at the intersection of Lawson and Bellreng drives).
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 02:30 pm
Current American Music Award nominees MercyMe will appear on the 89th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, live from New York City and airing on NBC.
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 02:30 pm
A Halloween-themed children's literacy program organized by Niagara University students and the New York Power Authority has been honored with one of five national Literacy Alive! gold awards from Kappa Delta Pi, the international honor society in education.
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 02:30 pm
Imagine a kids menu with no French fries or soda - that offers healthy entrees with side dishes like salads and strawberries.
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 02:30 pm
Data from New York's 2014 youth and adult tobacco surveys shows 10.5 percent of high school students and 12.7 percent of young adults ages 18-24 use electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) - almost double the 6.5 percent rate of e-cigarette use among adults 25 years and older, Tobacco-Free Erie-Niagara (TFEN) announced.
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 02:30 pm
The No. 1-selling duo in music history, Daryl Hall & John Oates, announced they will return to Madison Square Garden Friday, Feb. 19. This is the duo's first performance at Madison Square Garden since two sell-out shows in 1985.
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 02:30 pm
The Week 11 Cincinnati Bengals at Arizona Cardinals game Sunday, Nov. 22, will now be played at 8:30 p.m. ET on NBC, with the Kansas City Chiefs-San Diego Chargers game moving to 4:05 p.m. on CBS, and the Green Bay Packers-Minnesota Vikings game at 4:25 p.m. on FOX, the NFL announced Monday.
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 02:25 pm
Enya has shared a second track from the upcoming album "Dark Sky Island," out Nov. 20. "So I Could Find My Way" follows the buoyantly optimistic lead single "Echoes In Rain" and is available to download and listen to now, and as an instant grat when you pre-order "Dark Sky Island."
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 02:25 pm
The Native American Music Awards & Association reminds readers November is National Native American Heritage Month.
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 07:00 am
The Niagara Wine Trail wineries have partnered with local food banks and charitable organizations to ensure a bountiful holiday season for area residents in need.
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 07:00 am
Tops Friendly Markets will offer military personnel and their immediate families an 11 percent discount off of their grocery bill this Veterans Day.
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Tue, Nov 3rd 2015 07:00 am
The Erie County Department of Senior Services and community partners, including the Alzheimer's Disease Assistance Center and the Erie County Caregiver Coalition, will host a free caregiver workshop and resource event from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Millennium Airport Hotel, 2040 Walden Ave., Cheektowaga.
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Mon, Nov 2nd 2015 04:05 pm
The Eastman School of Music and Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival are proud to present the return of Grammy Award-winner Bonnie Raitt to Rochester. She will appear at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre for a one-night-only performance at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, March 13, 2016.
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Mon, Nov 2nd 2015 01:35 pm
On Thursday, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced ACV Auction as the winner of the $1 million grand prize from 43North - the world's largest business idea competition.
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Mon, Nov 2nd 2015 11:35 am
State Sen. Marc Panepinto released the following statement Saturday:
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Mon, Nov 2nd 2015 11:10 am
Our Lady of Fatima Shrine Knights of Columbus Council No. 14622 hosts its eighth annual spaghetti dinner from 3-7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, in the shrine's dining hall, 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston.
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Mon, Nov 2nd 2015 11:10 am
Dr. Luis Sanchez, an assistant professor of chemistry at Niagara University, has been appointed president-elect of Gamma Sigma Epsilon, a national chemistry honor society founded in 1919.
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Mon, Nov 2nd 2015 11:10 am
America's favorite holiday tradition will once again kick off the season of joy as the 89th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade returns to march down the streets of New York on Thursday, Nov. 26 (9 a.m.-noon in all time zones.) Matt Lauer, Savannah Guthrie and Al Roker of NBC's "Today" will anchor the broadcast.
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Mon, Nov 2nd 2015 10:40 am
"Pitbull's New Year's Revolution" returns to FOX Thursday, Dec. 31, live from Miami. On New Year's Eve, the live party kicks runs between 8-10 p.m. ET live. Then following local news, "Pitbull's New Year's Revolution" returns from 11 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. ET live for the countdown to 2016.
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Mon, Nov 2nd 2015 10:40 am
Late last week, State Sen. Rob Ortt announced Niagara County's infrastructure committee agreed to lease space to Bogdon Associates, moving it forward in the process to keep the long-standing Wheatfield-based company in the county.
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Mon, Nov 2nd 2015 10:40 am
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz was joined by Erie County Health Commissioner Dr. Gale Burstein as both received their annual influenza vaccine. They encouraged county residents to follow suit and get their flu vaccine early in the season, rather than wait until later.
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Mon, Nov 2nd 2015 10:40 am
Grammy-nominated artist Crowder unveiled "Neon Porch Extravaganza" Friday, surprising listeners with a live album recorded in his new hometown of Atlanta.
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Sat, Oct 31st 2015 01:30 pm
"Wish Girl" Elizabeth and her family, from Lockport, enjoyed a celebration at Frightworld, "America's Screampark," Sunday evening.
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Sat, Oct 31st 2015 01:25 pm
Looking at the building, it is hard to imagine an Ethiopian restaurant being in part of East Aurora's historic downtown area. Yet, Thea's Restaurant is a welcome and delicious escape. With a large variety of food, it's a gathering place for vegetarians and meat eaters alike, and a cozy stop for a great meal any time of the day.
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Sat, Oct 31st 2015 01:00 pm
Agents and staff from RealtyUSA's Tonawanda and Grand Island offices helped collect new pajamas, books and funds for the Buffalo chapter of The Pajama Program.
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Sat, Oct 31st 2015 12:50 pm
The Grand Island Historical Society will hold its annual Christmas luncheons at River Lea at noon Nov. 30, Dec. 1 and Dec. 4. This year's program will feature a portrayal of Clara Barton by local presenter Denise Reichard.
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Sat, Oct 31st 2015 12:50 pm
The students, programs and teachers involved in the 1-year-old STEM wing at Grand Island High School left a favorable impression on state Sen. Marc Panepinto Wednesday.
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Sat, Oct 31st 2015 12:45 pm
Town of Grand Island Assessor Judy M. Tafelski will add duties in Tonawanda in an agreement reached between three municipalities and signed Oct. 23 at Grand Island Town Hall.
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Sat, Oct 31st 2015 12:40 pm
The Town of Grand Island Highway Department is reminding all residents Nov. 1 is the official start of its 2015-16 winter season.
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Sat, Oct 31st 2015 12:40 pm
Ground was broken at the Sandy Beach Park Club on Monday for a project that will provide a facelift for the beach.
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Sat, Oct 31st 2015 12:40 pm
North Tonawanda Mayor Arthur G. Pappas announced that a new fire truck has been purchased by the city and is currently being constructed at the Sutphen plant in Amlin, Ohio.
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Sat, Oct 31st 2015 12:40 pm
The Town of Niagara board held a public hearing on Oct. 27, where the 2016 $8.49 million budget and plans for local updates and improvements were highlighted.
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Sat, Oct 31st 2015 12:40 pm
Town of Wheatfield officials broke ground Monday on phase one of the Fairmount Park improvement project, one that will include a new handicapped-accessible bathroom facility and a trail system that will connect sites within the park.
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Sat, Oct 31st 2015 07:15 am
The Friends of the Youngstown Free Library will host a fall book sale next weekend at the Youngtown Village Center gym, 240 Lockport St. The book sale will also feature a "Cat in the Hat"-themed story and craft time at 11 a.m. Saturday, when The Cat himself will visit with the children.
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