Wed, Jan 21st 2015 07:00 am
How about Civil War living history over hot homemade soup on a cold February day? Join in on "Soup & Civil War Songs," Saturday, Feb. 21, as the Union Volunteer Fife and Drum Corps brings "Field Music of the Civil War" into the world of 2015.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2015 04:25 pm
The Niagara USA Chamber will hold its annual Chamber Honors 2015 Gala Feb. 27 at the Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel Event Center. This annual dinner recognizes the businesses and business people making a positive impact on Niagara County.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2015 04:20 pm
Niagara County Public Health and Mental Health Department offices located at the Shaw Campus in Lockport are closed due to a water main break.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2015 02:15 pm
The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team's "Road Crew," sponsored by Labatt's and New Era Cap, will make its second "Tour Stop" of the 2014-15 season in Columbus, Ohio, prior to the team's game against the Blue Jackets Feb. 24.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2015 02:10 pm
The Lewiston and Town of Niagara Lions combined efforts during the "Worldwide Week of Service." On Jan. 10, the two groups joined at the Lewiston Public Library for story time and eye screening.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2015 02:05 pm
The Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, presents "Weird Al" Yankovic "Mandatory World Tour" at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 15. Tickets are $49.50 and go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2015 02:05 pm
Niagara University's Purple Eagle Battalion was recognized with having the highest overall average grade-point average, highest average physical fitness score and highest average order of merit score during the U.S. Army Cadet Command 2nd Brigade Leader Conference, held Jan. 6-9.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2015 02:05 pm
Applications for the 2015 lottery for Native American handicraft sales permits are now available at the Niagara Falls State Park administrative office. To be eligible, applicants must be 18 years of age or older, and registered as a Native American or provide verifiable proof of Native American heritage.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2015 02:00 pm
The Kotarskis love Niagara USA - and each other. The couple wed Dec. 13, 2014, the last number-sequential date until Jan. 2, 2034, and held a Niagara County-themed wedding. They didn't plan on taking a honeymoon this year, until recently.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2015 02:00 pm
Following the launch of NBCUniversal's first ever "TV Everywhere" consumer campaign titled "Watch TV Without The TV," NBCUniversal is creating "Super Stream Sunday" Feb. 1, providing consumers with an unprecedented ability to watch 11 continuous hours of NBC streaming content without having to log-in, designed as a way for consumers to trial NBC's "TV Everywhere" content offering.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2015 02:00 pm
Hollywood will come alive with "The Sound of Music" this spring as the beloved, Oscar-winning classic returns to the big screen to celebrate its 50th anniversary with a gala opening-night screening Thursday, March 26, at the 2015 TCM Classic Film Festival.
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Tue, Jan 20th 2015 02:00 pm
As the pilot project to pre-inspect commercial vehicles entering the U.S. on the Canadian side of the Peace Bridge comes to a close, Congressman Brian Higgins is pushing for a swift review followed by further action to expedite measures that allow for the efficient flow of traffic along the northern border.
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Mon, Jan 19th 2015 09:30 pm
Organizers of the American Cancer Society's all-new Relay For Life of Greater Niagara will hold a kickoff event Saturday to announce this year's event. It will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 24 at the Niagara Power Vista's Community Room, 5777 Lewiston Road.
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Mon, Jan 19th 2015 09:30 pm
The Niagara County Historian's office has announced the publication of a new book that takes readers back almost 140 years to an era when Victorian architecture, steam-powered machinery and large, prosperous farms were common sights in Niagara County.
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Mon, Jan 19th 2015 03:50 pm
The medical staff of Mount St. Mary's Hospital and Health Center, consisting of more than 250 members, has elected Frank R. Laurri, M.D., as its president. Other officers include Mark S. Mieth, M.D., as vice president, and Jerome C. Andres, M.D., as secretary-treasurer.
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Mon, Jan 19th 2015 12:50 pm
The Erie County Division of Equal Opportunity Employment has announced that, following a multiyear effort, a "fast track" agreement has been reached between the County of Erie and City of Buffalo Joint Certification Committee and Empire State Development that will allow expedited state certifications for minority- and women-owned business enterprises that are already certified with Erie County and the City of Buffalo.
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Mon, Jan 19th 2015 12:50 pm
Transitioning to college life can be difficult on both students and families. From new expenses to a new lifestyle, being prepared for what lies ahead can help you avoid common bumps in the road.
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Mon, Jan 19th 2015 12:50 pm
Following a healthy eating plan doesn't mean eating the same dish every day. In fact, as the seasons change, so should your meals and their ingredients, as each season offers a unique variety of fresh produce.
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Mon, Jan 19th 2015 11:35 am
The Buffalo Sabres have assigned forwards Phil Varone and Matt Ellis to the Rochester Americans of the American Hockey League.
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Mon, Jan 19th 2015 11:35 am
Niagara Catholic Jr./Sr. High School has announced Daniel Aguiar, a senior at Niagara Catholic, is the recipient of the Doug Matteson Courage Award.
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Mon, Jan 19th 2015 11:15 am
The Buffalo Philharmonic will host its biennial "Tablescapes" fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, at Salvatore's Italian Gardens, 6461 Transit Road at Genesee Street.
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Mon, Jan 19th 2015 11:15 am
Nominations are now open for Arts Services Initiative of Western New York's second annual Spark Cultural Awards, taking place May 20 at the Hotel @ The Lafayette.
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Mon, Jan 19th 2015 11:05 am
The New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will meet in Super Bowl XLIX on NBC Sunday, Feb. 1, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
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Mon, Jan 19th 2015 11:05 am
The Queen City Roller Girls' internationally ranked all-star travel roller derby team, the Lake Effect Furies, wants your chili. They want your spicy, savory or sweet chili. Make it a meat-lovers or strictly vegetarian; either is OK - these roller derby skaters want it all.
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Sat, Jan 17th 2015 03:30 pm
Fox Broadcasting Company and Paramount Television announced today superstar singers, dancers and actresses Julianne Hough ("Safe Haven," "Dancing with the Stars") and Vanessa Hudgens ("High School Musical") have been cast in leading roles in "Grease: Live" (working title).
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Sat, Jan 17th 2015 03:25 pm
A presentation by Ndaba Mandela, grandson of Nelson Mandela, underscores a week's worth of activities coordinated by Niagara University in observance of the federal holiday that marks the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Sat, Jan 17th 2015 10:45 am
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University hosts "A Celebration of Vietnamese New Year Traditions" at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1.
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Sat, Jan 17th 2015 10:45 am
Citing his record of cutting government spending while still providing superior services, Town of Wilson Supervisor Joe Jastrzemski has announced his candidacy for Niagara County clerk.
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Sat, Jan 17th 2015 07:00 am
Niagara County Sheriff James R. Voutour has announced the free Sheriff's Community Police Academy will take place on Thursdays, from Feb. 26 to May 28, at the Niagara County Public Safety Building, 5574 Niagara St. Extension, Lockport.
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Sat, Jan 17th 2015 07:00 am
Jim Thomson invites readers to try a fried or grilled fish dinner at his family's New York Fish House, conveniently located within the City Market in Niagara Falls.
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Sat, Jan 17th 2015 07:00 am
The Town of Lewiston Town Board got down to business for 2015 with the setting of a number of approvals, confirmations and appointments for the coming year at its Jan. 5 reorganization meeting.
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Sat, Jan 17th 2015 07:00 am
If a commercialized business was operating near your home, in an area that doesn't allow that, how would you handle it?
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Sat, Jan 17th 2015 07:00 am
A "Dialogues on disABILITY" workshop, "Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders in the Classroom," will be held from 8:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, at the Museum of disABILITY History.
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Fri, Jan 16th 2015 07:15 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in presenting David Majewski with the EPA's Environmental Quality Award.
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Fri, Jan 16th 2015 07:15 pm
Niagara County Community College held its 18th annual Tech Wars competition for middle and high school students Wednesday at the college, 3111 Saunders Settlement Road.
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Fri, Jan 16th 2015 02:35 pm
NBC has signed a development deal with Dolly Parton, one of the most honored female country musicians of all time and an American icon.
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Fri, Jan 16th 2015 02:35 pm
NBC is bringing both the heartbreaking and uplifting stories during one of America's most tumultuous periods to television in adapting author and Pulitzer Prize finalist Betty DeRamus' acclaimed book "Forbidden Fruit: Love Stories From the Underground Railroad" as an epic eight-hour miniseries titled "Freedom Run."
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Fri, Jan 16th 2015 02:35 pm
Zachary Levi is making his long-awaited return to television in NBC's upcoming event miniseries "Heroes Reborn" to play a key, yet undisclosed role.
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Fri, Jan 16th 2015 02:35 pm
Kelly and Michael sit down with "American Idol" host Ryan Seacrest, and rock band Fall Out Boy performs for the "LIVE" audience.
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Fri, Jan 16th 2015 02:30 pm
YMCA Buffalo Niagara will officially launch its 2015 annual campaign Jan. 21. The goal is to ensure everyone in Western New York has access to vital community programs and resources that support youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
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