Tue, Oct 21st 2014 07:00 am
The British set fire to the White House 200 years ago during the War of 1812. Some people think what happened next could be considered a miracle. This topic, along with several other improbable events that saved this country, will be discussed by local author Lee Simonson at the Sanborn Historical Society meeting.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 04:20 pm
Though it's called the "Battle Round," coaches on "The Voice" want the competition's second stage to be cooperative. So, while singers are "battling" head-to-head for a shot at the third round, the "Knockouts," they must find harmony with one another - literally and figuratively.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 04:15 pm
For better or worse, coach Blake Shelton paired his top two male singers in the "Battle Rounds." What ensued was one of "The Voice's" best country music performances ever.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 01:20 pm
Pizza Hut, 7721 Niagara Falls Blvd., will hold a fundraiser for Community Missions beginning at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21. Present the ticket below (also available at www.communitymissions.org/pizza-hut) and 20 percent of pre-taxed sales will be donated to youth services at Community Missions.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 01:00 pm
To celebrate International Credit Union Day Oct. 16, Cornerstone CFCU staff participated in several random acts of kindness throughout the Niagara County area.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 01:00 pm
As the Ebola situation evolves, the Niagara County Department of Health continues to work collaboratively with Niagara County hospitals, the Niagara County Department of Emergency Management, first responder agencies, the New York State Department of Health, Customs and Border Protection and many other local, state and federal partners.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 01:00 pm
Nationally syndicated morning talk show "LIVE with Kelly and Michael" announces the lineup of guests appearing on the show this week.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 01:00 pm
The Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, presents the national tour of "Sister Act" at 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 9.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 12:55 pm
State University of New York Empire State College will hold public information sessions about its associate's and bachelor's degree programs at its Niagara Frontier Center.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 12:50 pm
Niagara University students care about the challenges related to food, hunger and nutrition faced by so many residents of the City of Niagara Falls. They have responded in almost overwhelming numbers to the opportunity to find new and innovative ways to aid these residents.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 12:50 pm
"All Quiet on the Western Front," the epic 1930 war film considered one of the most realistic accounts of warfare, will be presented in the next Daemen College Film Series event at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27, in the Wick Campus Center Alumni Lounge.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 12:50 pm
The UFC returns to movie theaters nationwide at 10 p.m. ET Saturday, Nov. 15, as Fathom Events and the UFC bring UFC 180: Velasquez vs. Werdum, the UFC's first-ever event in Mexico, to the big screen.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 12:50 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-C-Lewiston, ranking member on the Assembly's parks, recreation and tourism committee, is working with local officials, area historical groups and concerned citizens to create a comprehensive Tesla historic site in Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 12:50 pm
Niagara Feline Friends is sponsoring a low-cost spay/neuter clinic for cats Sunday, Nov. 2. The cost is $75, which includes the spay/neuter surgery, rabies and distemper shots.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 07:00 am
For the 16th year, the social celebration of art, history and community will take place at The Buffalo History Museum. The annual "Paint the Town" fundraiser will feature both live and silent auctions, and will include a wide range of artworks by more than 50 artists with strong ties to the Buffalo region.
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Mon, Oct 20th 2014 07:00 am
The third annual Grand Island Light Up the Boulevard Electric Light Parade and Festivities, a joint venture between the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Grand Island, especially the Recreation Department, will take place Saturday, Nov. 22.
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Sat, Oct 18th 2014 08:00 am
The Lewiston-Porter Alumni Association held its sixth annual induction ceremony Thursday at the Lewiston-Porter High School auditorium, honoring Distinguished Alumni for 2014.
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Sat, Oct 18th 2014 08:00 am
The Lewiston-Porter School District received some unfavorable news this week from the state comptroller's office.
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Sat, Oct 18th 2014 07:00 am
With the holiday season fast approaching, many families are planning their travels ... and bringing along Fido and Fluffy to stay with them at pet-friendly hotels! Be sure to plan ahead and take all the necessary precautions to ensure your pets' travels during the holidays are happy and safe.
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Sat, Oct 18th 2014 07:00 am
Winners of The Niagara Arts Guild Fall Art Show were announced at the Lockside Art Center at the show's recent opening reception.
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Sat, Oct 18th 2014 07:00 am
The annual Pink Elephant Chinese Auction and Luncheon will be held Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Niagara Falls Country Club.
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Sat, Oct 18th 2014 07:00 am
The family of Paul Prozeller Sr. sadly announces his death, Sept. 22, 2014, at Waianae, Hawaii, at the age of 92, due to a stroke.
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Sat, Oct 18th 2014 07:00 am
Niagara Falls attorney John J. DelMonte has received the nomination of the 8th Judicial District for State Supreme Court, according to a campaign announcement earlier this month.
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Sat, Oct 18th 2014 07:00 am
The saga of accused sex offender Iver Phallen, 67, of Lewiston, took a new turn in Niagara County Court this week where he faced arraignment before Justice Sara Sheldon Farkas.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 03:55 pm
During the week of Oct. 20-24, "The Chew" welcomes guests Padma Lakshmi ("Top Chef"); Chef Fabio Viviani (author: "Fabio's Italian Kitchen"); Kris Jenner (author: "In The Kitchen With Kris"); Hannah Hart (author: "My Drunk Kitchen"); Jason Thompson (ABC's "General Hospital") and Mark Consuelos ("Alpha House").
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 03:55 pm
The Empire State Development board of directors met in New York City and approved $19 million in funding for nine projects that are spurring economic growth and opportunity in New York.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 03:50 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation today announced bridge maintenance is scheduled to occur on Saturday on Interstate 190 in the City of Niagara Falls.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 03:50 pm
The New York Power Authority board of trustees approved competitive contract awards Wednesday to two Erie County businesses for upgrades to the safety systems at the St. Lawrence-Franklin D. Roosevelt Power Project, in Massena, and an assessment of the control room equipment of the Robert Moses Niagara Power Plant in Lewiston.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 03:50 pm
This year, for the first time ever, "American Idol" is letting fans choose one hopeful who will receive a coveted ticket to Hollywood via an online vote.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 03:45 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will be preaching the gospel of breast cancer awareness Sunday as 12 area churches participate in the annual "Pink Ribbon Sunday" observance.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 03:45 pm
Niagara University's College of Education recognized the contributions of seven educational leaders from the Western New York and Southern Ontario communities during its annual professional recognition ceremony Thursday, Oct. 9.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 03:45 pm
NBC's No. 1 summer reality series, "America's Got Talent," will kick off its milestone tenth season with open auditions in Tampa Nov. 2.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 02:45 pm
Officer Scott Stafford of the Lewiston Police Department and his partner, K-9 Taser, recently paid a visit to Amber Chunco's security and law enforcement class at the Niagara Career and Technical Education Center.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 02:40 pm
Niagara County Community College President James P. Klyczek and SUNY Empire State College President Merodie A. Hancock announced Wednesday the two schools are partnering to offer students at NCCC's Niagara Falls Culinary Institute a pathway to earn a Bachelor of Science in business, management and economics, with a concentration in culinary management, from Empire State College beginning this fall.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 02:40 pm
The Lewiston Garden Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 20, at Messiah Lutheran Church, 915 Oneida St., Lewiston. Danielle Pecoraro, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited, will be the guest speaker.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 02:30 pm
The state Department of Environmental Conservation announced this week that, responding to requests from the community, it has again extended the public commentary period for CWM's application to construct and operate a new hazardous landfill at the company's Balmer Road facility.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 02:30 pm
Nearly half a million children living in the U.S. have elevated blood lead levels that may cause significant damage to their health, estimates the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 07:00 am
The Town of Wheatfield Lions Club has announced its fall season of events, which will include its annual free Senior Citizen Pancake Breakfast at the Henry Scibiz Five Senses Nature Park Clubhouse. The Lions Clubhouse is located on Ward Road next to American Legion Post 1451.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 07:00 am
The Kiwanis Club of Niagara Falls will host the "Harvest Halloween Bash Against the Cyber Bullies from 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at Frontier Volunteer Firehall, 2176 Liberty Drive in Niagara Falls.
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Fri, Oct 17th 2014 07:00 am
Sanborn native James Tretter has gone far since he graduated from Niagara-Wheatfield High School in 2004, even though he is still in Western New York.
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