Thu, Mar 21st 2013 07:50 am
Skelos: "I am pleased that we have reached agreement on a responsible budget that includes the longtime Senate Republican priorities to create new jobs and cut taxes for hardworking, middle-class families."
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Thu, Mar 21st 2013 07:50 am
Silver: "I am pleased that the governor and the Legislature have reached agreement on the conceptual framework of a budget that maintains the Assembly Majority's longstanding commitments while making critical investments in the future of our state."
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Wed, Mar 20th 2013 09:00 am
Congressman Brian Higgins, NY-26, expressed shock and disappointment upon learning of plans by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to "postpone" the 2013 National Veterans Golden Age Games in Buffalo. Higgins is urging the VA Secretary to reconsider and proceed with the event, titled "Warriors on the Waterfront," scheduled for May 30 through June 4.
Local organizers have been planning for the event since 2007. Buffalo was officially awarded the Games in 2011. Earlier this month, Higgins' office worked closely with local organizers to facilitate finalization of the contracts with the VA.
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Wed, Mar 20th 2013 07:00 am
The Independent Health Foundation has appointed three new members to its board of directors to serve three year terms.
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Wed, Mar 20th 2013 07:00 am
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is launching a new online registration system for its summer environmental education camps for the 2013 season, DEC Commissioner Joe Martens announced Tuesday.
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Wed, Mar 20th 2013 07:00 am
The Niagara Hospice Alliance has announced two additional volunteer training sessions for individuals interested in making a difference in the lives of Niagara County residents faced with end-of-life illness.
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Wed, Mar 20th 2013 07:00 am
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce welcomed 13 new members during the month of February. NRRCC officials said membership to the Chamber of Commerce helps to maintain a strong and viable business environment, as well as improve the civic and professional life in the community.
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Wed, Mar 20th 2013 07:00 am
The Selective Mutism Parent Support Group is slated to meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 25, in the study room of the Audubon Library, 350 John J. Audubon Parkway, Amherst.
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Wed, Mar 20th 2013 01:00 am
Niagara University proudly presents "The Learned Ladies" by Moliere. This family friendly comedy was originally written in French and first premiered in 1672. This current adaptation was translated to English by Freyda Thomas and performed on a Broadway stage in the early 1990s.
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 08:35 pm
The New York State Senate Transportation Committee HAS passed "Alix's Law" (S.1698Aa), sponsored by State Sen. Patrick M. Gallivan, R-C-I-Elma. The bill would close a legal loophole and hold intoxicated drivers accountable for leaving the scene of an accident.
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 05:40 pm
NBC Sports Radio has announced that weekend talker Newy Scruggs will expand his duties with a new show premiering on Monday, April 1, the day the network rolls out 24/7 programming. "Voices of the Game with Newy Scruggs" will air during the noon-3 p.m. ET Monday-Friday slot.
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 05:40 pm
Country music stars Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, Tim McGraw, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Lady Antebellum and Little Big Town are scheduled to perform at the 48th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, co-hosted by Luke Bryan and Blake Shelton, and to be broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas Sunday, April 7 (8 p.m.), on the CBS Television Network.
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 05:40 pm
NBC's "America's Got Talent" - America's top-rated summer series - will return for its eighth season when it premieres on Tuesday, June 4 (9 p.m.). It will begin its regular hour-long Wednesday edition on July 10 (8 p.m.).
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 05:35 pm
State Sen. George Maziarz said Tuesday that, in light of the events last week in Herkimer County where an FBI dog was killed, the Senate is pleased to stand by its legislation that gives proper recognition to those who are often overlooked in the law: law enforcement animals.
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 05:35 pm
State Sen. George Maziarz's bill to authorize Niagara County to pass a local law directing the Niagara County Office of Social Services to make shelter allowance payments directly to landlords has cleared the Senate committee on local government
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 05:30 pm
Dean Norton, president of New York Farm Bureau, released the following statement:
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 05:30 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is now accepting applications for the 2013 Environmental Excellence Awards program, Commissioner Joe Martens has announced.
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 10:25 am
Niagara University is presenting high school students and incoming NU freshmen with an opportunity to begin working on their college degrees early.
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 10:20 am
"The Voice" returns with the strongest vocalists from across the country invited to compete in the blockbuster vocal competition show's fourth season. Celebrity musician coaches Adam Levine and Blake Shelton return along with new coaches, Usher and Shakira, while Carson Daly continues to serve as host and Christina Milian as social media correspondent.
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 10:10 am
Danni Allen, a 26-year-old advertising account coordinator from Wheeling, Ill., became "The Biggest Loser" at Monday night's live season 14 finale of the NBC series, winning $250,000. Danni began the season weighing 258 lbs. and lost 121 lbs. She weighed in at finale at 137 lbs., and lost 46.90 percent of her body weight.
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 08:55 am
State Sen. George Maziarz said Monday he was pleased to learn the New York State Public Service Commission recently adopted a three-year rate plan for National Grid electric and natural gas that will reduce rates for upstate operations, with customers expecting to see lower bills next month.
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 07:00 am
The Historical Association of Lewiston welcomes Niagara County Historian Catherine Emerson, who will speak on "Michael Huskey, the Unforgotten Sailor," at a free event Monday.
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Tue, Mar 19th 2013 12:20 am
Niagara University's Rugby team, which made the playoffs in the fall of 2012, is getting ready to kick off another successful season. Last fall, the team went undefeated and made it to the first round of the playoffs where NU lost to Colgate. Strong leadership and hard work from the players brought the team to be ranked at 14th in the nation. Already the players are back out practicing, playing in tournaments, fundraising and serving the community.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 11:55 pm
Despite the many bad reviews of the movie "Identity Thief," I decided to go see it because I know how funny Melissa McCarthy is. Although the storyline was not the best, I appreciate what this movie and Melisa McCarthy are doing for the comedy genre.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 04:30 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto joined Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb, fellow members of the Assembly Minority Conference, and business leaders from across the state Monday at a press conference to oppose the proposed extension of the temporary 18-A tax on utilities.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 04:25 pm
The Most Rev. Richard J. Malone, bishop of the Diocese of Buffalo, announced Monday Catholic Charities' annual Appeal has raised $7,283,164.45 to date, representing 68 percent of the $10.7 million goal. Funds raised for Appeal 2013 support Catholic Charities' 70 programs and services offered across 61 sites throughout the eight counties of Western New York.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 04:00 pm
Artpark's popular outdoor summer concert series offer an array of regional cuisine for thousands of hungry concertgoers each week. Opportunities exist for your business to become a food vendor at the "First Niagara presents Tuesday in the Park" concert series.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 03:35 pm
Holy movie marathon Batman! ABC Family kicks up some excitement, with a two-day "Batman" marathon. The marathon starts with "Batman Forever" on Saturday, April 6 (1 p.m.), and will conclude with the ABC Family premiere of "Batman Begins" on Sunday, April 7 (8 p.m.).
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 03:35 pm
New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman has joined Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley in leading a nine-state coalition demanding new, permanent leadership at the Federal Housing and Finance Agency, the agency that oversees Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 03:35 pm
Buffalo Niagara Sales and Marketing Executives hosts 'How to Use Guerrilla Marketing Online' on Monday, March 25, at the Buffalo Niagara Marriott, 1340 Millersport Highway, Amherst.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 03:30 pm
Insyte Consulting, a non-profit management consulting organization, has announced it has helped its manufacturing clients reach $1 billion in economic impact in Western New York. The figure is the sum total of the benefits reported by Insyte Consulting clients since 2000 to independent third-party survey companies working for the U.S. Department of Commerce. Part of the $1 billion includes saving or creating more than 7,200 jobs.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 03:00 pm
A team of employees from Niagara Falls State Park has received one of the agency's highest honors: the L.L. Huttleston Special Achievement Award for 2012. The Niagara Falls team was recognized for outstanding effort in implementing the Nik Wallenda walk across Niagara Falls in June.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 03:00 pm
The 67th Annual Tony Awards will be broadcast live from Radio City Music Hall in New York City, Sunday, June 9 (8 p.m.), on the CBS Television Network. The awards show, which honors theater professionals for distinguished achievement on Broadway, has been a part of the CBS family since 1978. The show returns to Radio City Music Hall after two years at the Beacon Theatre.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 03:00 pm
Feral Cat Focus' 10th annual "Fusion" fundraiser dinner event will be held on Saturday, April 13, at 6 p.m. at La Galleria Restaurant, 3923 Southwestern Blvd. (Route 20), in Orchard Park.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 03:00 pm
Longer days mean spring sunshine and warm summer days not far behind, bringing thoughts of gardening and landscaping projects. The Lewiston GardenFest, presented by the Lewiston Garden Club, is now accepting vendor applications for its eighth annual event, to be held on Saturday, June 22, and Sunday, June 23, along Center Street in Lewiston.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 02:40 pm
The Buffalo Sabres announced Monday that the NHL has changed the start time of two of the team's remaining home games to accommodate national broadcasts.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 09:00 am
Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier has announced that defenseman Mark Pysyk was recalled from the Rochester Americans of the American Hockey League.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 09:00 am
After college, most people look for a job, try to move out of their parents' house, and worry about paying back student loans.
Niagara University student Nicole Mehlman, on the other hand, is going to go for a run.
Across the entire country.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 07:00 am
Town of Lewiston Supervisor Steve Reiter (right) and Councilman Michael Marra recently visited Susan Geissler's Youngstown studio to check on the progress of the Tuscarora Heroes Monument. The larger-than-life bronze sculptures will depict a tableau of two Tuscarora men saving a Lewiston woman and her baby during the War of 1812 British attack on Lewiston.
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Mon, Mar 18th 2013 07:00 am
March 24 marks the anniversary of the 1882 discovery of tuberculosis bacteria (TB), a disease that usually affects the lungs. This discovery led to the development of treatment for tuberculosis.
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