Thu, Oct 13th 2011 02:45 pm
Barbara Lange has announced her candidacy for councilwoman on the Wheatfield Town Board.
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Thu, Oct 13th 2011 02:45 pm
NFMMC working to prevent transmission of hepatitis B virus.
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Thu, Oct 13th 2011 02:40 pm
The Niagara River Greenway Host Communities Standing Committee on Oct. 4 approved $6.1 million for improvements to the Niagara-Wheatfield High School campus, including a new nature trail.
The project is part of an $11 million capital improvement bond issue approved by school district voters last fall under the stipulation that the $6 million portion of the project would not go forward unless Greenway funds were approved.
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Thu, Oct 13th 2011 02:35 pm
Congresswoman Louise Slaughter, ranking member of the House Rules Committee, on Tuesday spoke on the House floor in opposition to three so-called "free trade" agreements with South Korea, Colombia, and Panama.
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Thu, Oct 13th 2011 02:30 pm
A reduction in the highway tax of $20.78, or 3.4 percent, for the typical homeowner assessed at $125,000 is part of Wheatfield Supervisor Bob Cliffe's tentative $11.899 million budget for 2012.
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Thu, Oct 13th 2011 01:25 pm
The WNY Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is a volunteer-driven organization currently recruiting volunteers to serve on a committee to advance Komen's mission to save lives and end breast cancer forever. Those interested are invited to attend one of two volunteer forums, which will be held in the next few weeks.
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Thu, Oct 13th 2011 01:15 pm
Steve Braddock admits it's a good thing that he's fond of puzzles. As Niagara University's new director of theater, he'll be responsible for ensuring that the classical and contemporary performances he selects are compatible with and challenging to his students. Braddock will also have to make sure that the quality of the shows live up to the expectations of the university's loyal theater audience and appeal to a wider demographic.
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Thu, Oct 13th 2011 01:15 pm
The Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce hosts a networking event tonight, from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m., at the Hard Rock Café, Niagara Falls USA, 333 Prospect St.
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Thu, Oct 13th 2011 01:10 pm
The Niagara County Clerk warned county residents about a new email scam preying on county residents after being notified about fraudulent emails purporting to be from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles.
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Thu, Oct 13th 2011 01:00 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, sent a letter Wednesday to Kenneth Adams, president and CEO of Empire State Development.
Ceretto questioned the economic development corporation for using $700,000 in taxpayer money to lure Unifrax away from Niagara Falls and help them expand operations in Erie County's Town of Tonawanda.
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Wed, Oct 12th 2011 01:30 pm
Olin Corporation submits application for proposed $20 million project in Niagara Falls; combined projects would create 74 new jobs The Niagara County Industrial Development Agency board of directors today accepted applications for assistance from Olin Corporation, Gateway Harbor Inn, Frank's Vacuum Truck Services Inc., Mawhiney Trucking Inc. and Taylor Devices for economic development projects in Niagara County. When combined, these projects total $30 million and would create 74 new jobs, while retaining 328 current positions in the county.
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Wed, Oct 12th 2011 01:25 pm
Niagara County customers purchased 2,353 "Opportunities Unlimited Donuts" in August during a special promotion created by the Niagara County-area Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop restaurant owners. At the Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop located at 8500 Niagara Falls Blvd., Niagara Falls, restaurant owner Bob Burns presented a check for $2,000 to Connie S. Brown, executive director of Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara.
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Wed, Oct 12th 2011 01:15 pm
Halloween is just around the corner. Bring home a fresh pumpkin filled with dried and fresh flowers you make during a hands-on seminar held by the Niagara Floral Center and Greenhouse at Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara, 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield (between Sy and Witmer Roads).
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Wed, Oct 12th 2011 01:15 pm
Niagara University is joining more than 100 colleges and universities across the U.S. to honor the 6,200-plus American servicemen and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice in Iraq and Afghanistan since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.
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Wed, Oct 12th 2011 01:10 pm
During Tuesday night's meeting of a key committee, members of the Niagara County Legislature's majority caucus announced a move to cut health benefits for lawmakers sworn in this coming January and require former lawmakers that received lifetime health care under old rules to pay a portion of their health care costs.
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Wed, Oct 12th 2011 01:00 pm
Niagara University is now accepting reservations for this fall's edition of its highly popular "Student Chef Series," which showcases the culinary skills of student managers in the university's College of Hospitality and Tourism Management.
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Wed, Oct 12th 2011 12:00 pm
National recording artist and Grand Island native Stacy Clark is bringing her Hard Rock tour to town. The singer/songwriter will perform at the Niagara Falls restaurant on Thursday, Oct. 13.
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Wed, Oct 12th 2011 12:00 pm
From Nov. 10 to 20, fly balls, fielding and Faust will take center stage as NU Theatre presents the Tony-winning musical "Damn Yankees," with music and lyrics by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross.
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Wed, Oct 12th 2011 12:00 pm
The Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, will present Ray Davies on Sunday, Nov. 13, at 7:30 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre, located on the North Campus.
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Wed, Oct 12th 2011 11:35 am
What do the WWE's John Cena, baseball's Wade Boggs, Tears For Fears singer Curt Smith and actors Sheryl Lee and Kristy Swanson all have in common?
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Wed, Oct 12th 2011 11:30 am
Our long drought is over: "Psych" is back.
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Tue, Oct 11th 2011 05:15 pm
With the persistent weakness of the national economy, county leaders are taking steps to help local job seekers find employment by hosting a job fair Wednesday.
Niagara County's Fall Job Fair will be held Wednesday, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Antonio's Banquet and Conference Center, 7708 Niagara Falls Blvd., Niagara Falls. There is no cost for job seekers.
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Tue, Oct 11th 2011 02:30 pm
Tawse in Vineland has been named Canada's 2011 Winery of the Year.
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Tue, Oct 11th 2011 02:20 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto has been welcomed as a member of the Farm Bureau's "Circle of Friends" for his support of New York state farmers during the 2011 Legislative Session. The award is given annually to state legislators who demonstrate strong support and diligent work on behalf of the agricultural community in New York.
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Tue, Oct 11th 2011 02:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of Lewiston hosts its second annual "Pooch Parade" and blessing of the animals on Saturday, Oct. 15.
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Tue, Oct 11th 2011 10:40 am
Old Fort Niagara's centuries-old buildings offer more than a few ghost stories, from the headless ghost that reputedly haunts the 1726 French Castle to unexplained shadows, slamming doors, and eerie orbs. Area residents will have an opportunity to experience the fort's mysterious past during "The Haunted Fortress," set for Saturday nights, Oct. 22 and 29.
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Tue, Oct 11th 2011 10:35 am
NBC builds two nights of Halloween-themed programming as the final season debut of "Chuck" (Fridays, 8 p.m.) and the series premiere of new drama "Grimm" (Fridays, 9 p.m.) will begin on Friday, Oct. 28.
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Tue, Oct 11th 2011 10:30 am
Popular recording artist Nick Jonas ("Jonas") and two-time Tony-winner Bernadette Peters ("Gypsy") will guest star in NBC's new musical drama "Smash," which will air on Mondays at 10 p.m. beginning Feb. 6, 2012. Both actors will sing in the respective episodes in which they appear.
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Tue, Oct 11th 2011 10:25 am
Nursing is back in a big way at Niagara University.
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Tue, Oct 11th 2011 06:55 am
On Saturday evening Oct. 1, a group of veterans gathered at Dave's Last Chance Saloon on Saunders Settlement Road in Lewiston for a meet and greet. They are members of the Niagara University Student Veterans Association, which formed in 2010.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2011 04:00 pm
On Saturday morning, Sept. 24, three friends took time out of their busy lives to volunteer for the Riverkeepers Cleanup event that took place around Western New York.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2011 03:10 pm
Grand Island Fire Co. Fire Chief Kevin Koch, along with Grand Island Town Supervisor Peter McMahon, conducted a readiness inspection of Grand Island Fire Co. firefighter/medics on Saturday, Oct. 1, at fire headquarters.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2011 03:00 pm
Grand Island Fire Co. Fire Chief Kevin Koch has reported that Islander Frank Brusino will receive a special Grand Island Fire Co. commendation during the upcoming Fire Prevention Open House at fire headquarters on Friday, Oct. 14.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2011 02:45 pm
Villa Maria College will be host its second annual "Portfolio Day" on Thursday, Oct. 20, beginning at 10 a.m. The event will take place in the Student Center on its campus located at 240 Pine Ridge Road, between Walden and Genesee streets.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2011 02:40 pm
For the fourth year in a row, Mount St. Mary's Hospital and Health Center will host "A Conference on Healthcare for Women" to raise awareness among women in the local community on a wide array of issues and actions that can help improve their health. This year's daylong conference, which focuses on family health, is Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Conference Center Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2011 02:35 pm
The Lewiston Lions donated to and attended a recent fundraiser for Mark Haseley, 62, who was diagnosed with a terminal lung disease in 2009.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2011 02:35 pm
The City of Lockport's new refuse and recycling program begins Monday, Oct. 10. Currently, the cart delivery crews have completed the Monday and Tuesday collection routes, and will work through the weekend on the Wednesday and Thursday collection routes.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2011 07:00 am
The Lewiston Writers Group announces a writing workshop titled "Breaking the Rules of Writing and Migrating into Other Genres" will be offered from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at the Hodgepodge Café, 72 Webster St., North Tonawanda.
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Mon, Oct 10th 2011 07:00 am
Area high school students and their teachers are invited to participate in the Bill of Rights Institute's sixth annual "Being an American Essay Contest."
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Mon, Oct 10th 2011 07:00 am
The Town of Porter Historical Society announces its October meeting and program will feature a presentation by Sue Eck illustrating the parallel evolution of Ellsworth Statler and his adopted city, Buffalo, from 1896 through 1925. The meeting takes place Monday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. in the Cora Gushee Room of the Youngstown Red Brick School Village Center.
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