Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:55 pm
The Town of Niagara started the holiday week Monday evening with a bang-up affair in Veterans Park.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:50 pm
The eighth annual "Paddles Up Niagara," presented by the Niagara River Greenway Commission - the organization that initially created a 25-mile length paddle-sport trail in the Niagara River in 2006 - is to take place along the southeastern shores of Grand Island on Saturday, July 27.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:45 pm
Acclaimed songwriters (and longtime friends) Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin share the stage as an intimate duo, performing material spanning their vast catalogues as well as some of their favorite songs. They will perform Friday, Oct. 18, at 8 p.m., at the Historic Riviera Theatre, 67 Webster St., North Tonawanda.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:45 pm
When the critically acclaimed business-themed show "Shark Tan," returns for a fifth season this fall on ABC, two guest tycoon businessmen and philanthropists will dive into the tank alongside the "Sharks."
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:40 pm
The following incidents occurred from June 17 to June 23, as reported by the Grand Island Fire Co. A total of 22 calls were answered by the department during this period. The GIFC has now responded to 633 calls so far this year.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:40 pm
Daniel J. McNamee Jr. passed away in Florida March 15 after a short illness.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:40 pm
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:40 pm
The Erie County Sheriff's Office responded to 159 calls from June 15 to 21. Below is a sampling of the noteworthy incidents on Grand Island.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:40 pm
Not only did the Island have fireworks July 4, but a private fireworks display will take place Saturday as well.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:40 pm
The Buffalo Sabres have announced they will hold their annual summer development camp from July 10-12 at First Niagara Center. This will mark the second year in a row that the ice will be installed during the summer and the development camp will be held at the home of the Sabres. Camp will conclude with "Sabres Summer Fan Fest," a day of hockey-themed entertainment on Buffalo's waterfront, on July 12, beginning at 3 p.m.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:30 pm
The Joint Commission on Public Ethics has announced that the financial disclosure forms filed by members of the State Senate and Assembly are now available online and, for the first time, publicly reveal the values of outside financial interests as well as certain clients legislators may have.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:30 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins was joined by veterans at Daemen College in Amherst to announce the introduction of H.R. 2169, the Veterans Education Flexibility Act.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:30 pm
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman, leading a coalition of 15 cities and states, submitted a letter to the acting administrator of the federal Environmental Protection Agency urging the swift adoption of a newly proposed rule for reducing air pollution from passenger cars and trucks.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:30 pm
Only two kids out of every 100 who go into Scouting win its highest honor, Eagle Scout.
The Gurnett brothers of Wheatfield have both collected the award.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:25 pm
Fifty-one students from various school districts in the area proudly walked through the gymnasium to cheers and smiles from their loved ones and the staff at Orleans/Niagara BOCES' Niagara Academy.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:20 pm
Sunday morning, the Niagara County SPCA met officers from Niagara Falls Police Department and removed three dogs from a residence on 12th Street in Niagara Falls. The dogs, male and female adults and a male puppy, were rushed to the Niagara County SPCA for immediate medical attention.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:20 pm
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will head a lineup of luminaries taking the stage at the University at Buffalo for its 2013-14 Distinguished Speakers Series.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:15 pm
Michael Kislack has announced his candidacy for councilman in the Town of Wheatfield.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 12:15 pm
Shown is the Wheatfield Republican Club float, which took part in the Shawnee Field Days parade on Saturday. "The Republican and Democrat clubs generally put on a good show during local election years like this," said Wheatfield Supervisor Bob Cliffe.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 11:35 am
Heart of Niagara Animal Rescue's monthly volunteer meeting, which is open to the public, will take place from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, at Messiah Lutheran Church, 915 Oneida St., Lewiston.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 11:30 am
The New York State Department of Health has approved Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center's application to implement a comprehensive wound care program on its downtown campus.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2013 11:30 am
The Tuscarora Nation Picnic & Field Days will be held July 12-13 on the Tuscarora Nation, at Walmore and Mount Hope roads, north of Route 31.
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Thu, Jul 4th 2013 11:00 am
The hills at Artpark will be alive with "The Sound of Music" starting next week. The Broadway musical is part of the summer-long celebration of Artpark's 40th anniversary.
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Thu, Jul 4th 2013 10:45 am
Plan to grill this week or weekend? Many New Yorkers are planning to enjoy their barbecues and other outdoor amenities for 4th of July celebrations. And while gas grills, portable fire pits, and patio heaters make outdoor spaces comfortable places to gather, it's important that they are used properly.
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Thu, Jul 4th 2013 10:45 am
Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier announced Wednesday the team has agreed to terms with forward Matt Ellis on a two-year, two-way contract.
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Wed, Jul 3rd 2013 10:45 am
Community Missions of Niagara Frontier will hold its annual "Duck Race" at Canal Fest of the Tonawandas on Saturday, July 20, at 3 p.m. The race will take place in the Erie Canal between Tonawanda and North Tonawanda. An estimated 200,000 spectators are expected over the weeklong festival, from Sunday, July 14-21.
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Wed, Jul 3rd 2013 10:45 am
Four-time Grammy Award nominee Jewel is joining "The Sing-Off" as a new judge, along with Shawn Stockman and Ben Folds, with host Nick Lachey ("The Winner Is") also set to come back.
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Wed, Jul 3rd 2013 10:45 am
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is inviting the community to a free, two-day "A Celebration of Music with BPO and Friends" at Buffalo's Canalside on Saturday, July 13, and Sunday, July 14. The event will showcase the many facets of the BPO and its connections within the community, and celebrate summer on Buffalo's waterfront.
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Wed, Jul 3rd 2013 10:40 am
On Tuesday, Buffalo Sabres head coach Ron Rolston announced Joe Sacco was named to an assistant coaching position with the team. Sacco will start in his new role on Rolston's staff immediately, joining fellow assistant coach Teppo Numminen.
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Wed, Jul 3rd 2013 10:40 am
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, joined the Alliance for Retired Americans on their National Day of Action to make their voices heard about the consequences of implementing chained CPI to calculate the cost of living adjustment, or COLA, Social Security benefits.
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Wed, Jul 3rd 2013 10:40 am
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University announces the opening of two new folk arts exhibitions focusing on the cultural lives of Western New York's ethnic communities. "(Almost) Too Good to Eat: Marking Life Transitions with Food" and "Newcomers: Transitions to New Lives" will be on display from July 14 through Dec. 8.
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2013 02:20 pm
Officials with the Seneca Nation of Indians and Seneca Gaming Corp. have unveiled plans to completely renovate the 88,000-square-foot main gaming floor at Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel.
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2013 01:25 pm
The 43rd president of the United States, George W. Bush, and former first lady Laura Bush will sit down with ABC News Chief White House Correspondent Jonathan Karl for their only broadcast television interview during their trip to Africa.
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2013 01:20 pm
For 30 years, the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum has been serving the Western New York community. Many museum visitors find the story of the museum's growth as fascinating as that of the Herschell companies themselves.
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2013 01:15 pm
With the weather heating up, it's time to start checking out some dog-friendly beaches with your four-legged friend! For most dogs, getting to run around in the sand, dip into the waves, and fetch balls out of the water is the best day ever! Here are some tips to ensure that you and your dog have a fun and safe beach experience.
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2013 01:10 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has appointed two new clinical managers in its inpatient behavioral health unit. The appointments were announced by Vice President & Chief Nursing Officer Joanne Krolewski, R.N., B.S.N.
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2013 01:10 pm
Dr. Donna Azam Feldman has become the first surgeon to complete 100 robotic-assisted surgical procedures at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2013 01:05 pm
Seventeen agencies serving individuals with disabilities participated in a reception Wednesday evening to announce a new bachelor's degree program in developmental disabilities that will be offered by Niagara University's College of Education.
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2013 01:05 pm
AAA Travel projects that 40.8 million Americans will journey 50 miles or more from home during the Independence Day holiday, a 0.8 percent decrease from the 41.1 million people who traveled last year. The anticipated decline in holiday travel is predominantly due to a shorter holiday period.
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2013 12:55 pm
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration actively urges increased safety awareness in the fireworks industry in advance of the July 4 celebrations via demanding that the fireworks and pyrotechnics industry be vigilant in protecting workers from hazards while manufacturing, storing, transporting, displaying and selling fireworks for public events.
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