Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:35 pm
Let your child's imagination set sail to higher seas this summer with Niagara Jet Adventures' boat-naming contest. Open to children ages 2-12 who live within the Niagara River Region, participants have the opportunity to have a name of their choice appear on the very first boat of this new gorge attraction.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:30 pm
On Friday, the Village of Lewiston announced it has postponed Monday's planned public hearing on the historic Frontier House. The Village Board is waiting until August to submit an application for a state Department of Transportation grant.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:10 pm
Celebrating and exploring life through food, "The Chew" is a daytime series co-hosted by a group of engaging, fun, relatable experts in food, lifestyle and entertaining: celebrity chefs Mario Batali, Michael Symon, and Carla Hall, entertaining expert Clinton Kelly and health and wellness enthusiast Daphne Oz.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:10 pm
"Marvel's Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H.," is an action-packed, fun-filled animated series starring Marvel's strongest super heroes - Hulk, She-Hulk, A-Bomb, Red Hulk and Skaar. In this first Marvel-produced Hulk animated series, this gamma group forms an unlikely family living under one roof, battling evil villains and proving to the world they are not monsters - they are Hulk-sized heroes.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:05 pm
An exhaustive 18-month search for a music director for the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus ended today with the announcement that Erin Freeman has entered a multi-year commitment to the chorus.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:05 pm
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce is hosting a business "Blender" and Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours ride on Thursday, July 18.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
State Sen. Mark Grisanti brought good news to local libraries Thursday afternoon when he announced $128,000 in grants through the "Bullet Aid" targeted education fund for libraries.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
This weekend, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra partners with multiple musical groups to present two days of free music and family activities at Canalside Buffalo.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation, in coordination with the Federal Highway Administration, is extending the public comment period for the New York Gateway Connections Improvement Project to the U.S. Peace Bridge Plaza in the City of Buffalo.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
NBC has announced that "America's Got Talent," summer's No. 1 show in the 18-49 demo, will end its current season on Wednesday, Sept. 18, with a two-hour finale (9-11 p.m.).
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-C-I-Lewiston, joined Lt. Gov. Robert Duffy and other state lawmakers Thursday to announce the newest investment of the Buffalo Billion: Empire Visual Effects, a film production company that specializes in post-production, special effects and animation.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
Niagara Tourism & Convention Corp. is getting set to welcome The American Legion Department of New York and its 95th annual conference. More than 2,000 attendees will invade the downtown corridor July 17-19, and generate a total economic impact of $1,152,000 for Niagara Falls.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
NBC has ordered eight episodes of the original hour-long game show "Wall of Fame," from Endemol USA.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2013 04:00 pm
A former Seneca Gaming Corp. executive has been appointed director of special events and projects for the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Foundation.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 04:25 pm
Fans of "Continuum" may have wondered recently if time-traveling super-cop Kiera Cameron's resolve to return home, to 2077 and her husband and son, was intact.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 03:25 pm
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo has announced that, through the Buffalo Billion initiative, a new post-production, visual effects and animation company will be established at the landmark Tri-Main Center in Buffalo. Empire Visual Effects, which will partner with Daemen College, has pledged to create 150 new visual effects and other post-production jobs within five years - jobs that will pave the way for the creation of a new post-production and visual effects industry in Western New York.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 03:25 pm
The Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, announces the 2013-14 M&T Bank Dance Series. All five performances will be held in the center's Mainstage Theatre. Tickets are available now by subscription only. Performance descriptions follow below.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 03:25 pm
The New York State Office of Mental Health has released a three-year plan to transform the public mental health system.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 11:10 am
Raise your hand if you guessed Artpark's summer musical would feature a cluster of children singing beneath a Nazi flag.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
The removal of a polluted eyesore behind one of the region's premiere performing arts venues will be marked by local community leaders Thursday as the site's demolition ceremonially begins.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
The state Health Department has selected Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center to administer a countywide effort to help consumers select and purchase health insurance.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
"Tell it on the Mountain" VBS will be held from Sunday, July 21, to Thursday, July 25, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church and School, 6168 Walmore Road, Sanborn.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
The popular "Fish Fry Friday Tours" at Historic Holy Trinity have begun again.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
The Niagara County Department of Health's Animal Response Team will participate at the Heart of Niagara adoption event July 14 at Blackwinds Pet Supply, 2494 Military Road, Niagara Falls.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
The Aquarium of Niagara Foundation board of trustees has announced restructuring of its management team. The board has named Gay B. Molnar as executive director, Nancy Chapin as director of conservation and science, Jennifer Humphrey as operations manager, and Gary Siddall as supervisor of marine mammal care.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
Lewiston played an important role in the War of 1812, and its destiny was changed forever after it was burned to the ground in 1813. Come to the Lewiston Gazebo July 19-21 and hear the dramatic and inspirational stories of the impact that the war had on the lives of everyday people.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
With the summer months upon us, pet travel is at its height and it's time for a reminder about the dangers of leaving your pet in a parked car. Whether you're parking in the shade, just running into the store, or leaving the windows cracked, it is still not OK to leave your pet in a parked car.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
The New York Power Authority will hold its "Safety Smart at Home" Sensational Saturday on July 13. The free event starts at 10 a.m. at NYPA's Niagara Hydroelectric Power Plant's free visitors center, the Power Vista, located at 5777 Lewiston Road, Lewiston.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
K-9s in Flight, a scripted and choreographed show featuring "world class K-9 athletes," will be coming to this year's Niagara County Fair, July 31 to Aug. 4.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 07:00 am
Donald Ruben, 42, of 254 12th St., Niagara Falls, turned himself over to authorities Wednesday morning, ending the search for the owner of three abandoned dogs, including a puppy that the SPCA of Niagara dubbed "Jonah."
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 12:30 am
Reigning CMA Vocal Group of the Year Little Big Town will host the summer's hottest television music event, "CMA Music Festival: Country's Night to Rock," airing Monday, Aug. 12 (8 p.m.), on the ABC Television Network.
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Thu, Jul 11th 2013 12:30 am
Ahead of the second season premiere of "Unforgettable," CBS is making all 22 episodes of season one available at CBS.com, via the CBS App for iPad and iPhone users, and via select CBS Audience Network partner sites.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 11:55 pm
Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. announced today that Art Services Initiative of Western New York has presented its recommendations for the 2013 Buffalo River assisted programming grants. ASI recommends 21 grant applications for a total of 75 programs, allocating the full $64,500 allotted in its contract with ECHDC and far exceeding the goal of 30 programs.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 11:55 pm
Representatives Brian Higgins and Chris Collins won approval for an amendment to the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act 2014, which prohibits any funds in the bill from being used to consolidate or move functions performed by the Army Corps of Engineers Buffalo or Chicago sectors.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 11:55 pm
Members of the Western New York federal delegation called the release of new pilot training rules by the Federal Aviation Administration welcome news.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 11:55 pm
An amendment led by congressmembers Tom Reed and Brian Higgins to restore millions in funding for nuclear cleanup at the West Valley Demonstration Project site passed the House of Representatives Tuesday evening, ensuring cleanup efforts are able to continue at the local site.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 09:10 am
Stella Niagara Education Park is proud to announce the honor roll for the fourth quarter of the 2012-13 academic year.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 09:05 am
The Doobie Brothers made it two sold-out crowds in a row at Artpark. The classic rock band brought 10,000 of its friends to "Tuesday in the Park."
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 09:00 am
Thomas R. LoStracco has been named administrator of the Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence in Lewiston.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2013 07:00 am
Michelle A. Lewis, PharmD, MHA, BCACP, has been appointed director of pharmacy services at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
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