Mon, Jun 27th 2011 03:00 pm
All four musician coaches - Christina Aguilera, Cee Lo Green, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton - will team up to perform the Rolling Stones' classic "You Can't Always Get What You Want" on the live performance of NBC's "The Voice," Tuesday, June 28 (9-11 p.m. ET). In addition, country star Brad Paisley joins fellow R&B/pop sensations Pitbull and Ne-Yo as special guest performers on the hit vocal competition series that same night.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 01:35 pm
Universal Media Studios will premiere the innovative supernatural television series "Grimm" at this year's Comic Con International, offering attendees an opportunity to exclusively screen the pilot episode and participate in a Q&A with the cast and creators of the upcoming fantasy series on Saturday, July 23.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 01:30 pm
"Access Hollywood Live" has been renewed for its second season in broadcast syndication with NBC owned television stations and FOX television stations in the nation's top markets and the show will now air on additional "Access Hollywood" affiliates around the country, it was announced by Barry Wallach, president of NBCUniversal Domestic Television Distribution.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 01:25 pm
County residents will have a new place to cool off this summer—or to get in shape—thanks to a new splash park and fitness trail being dedicated Tuesday.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 12:30 pm
Wilson was the site of the second annual "Amazing Race" on Friday, June 17. The sleepy village of Wilson was filled with the sound of pounding feet and laughter as 15 six-person teams fanned out to face challenges involving mental and physical skills as well as conquering inner fears.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 12:25 pm
The Youngstown Garden Club announced the completion of a newly funded garden project. The artfully designed landscaping at the gazebo on Main Street recently received an extreme makeover consisting of new plants, perennials and flowers. The project was funded by the Village of Youngstown and the Youngstown Garden Club, and implemented by Faery's Nursery.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 12:20 pm
As higher temperatures and air quality advisories become more frequent, the Lung Association is reminding New Yorkers who have questions about their breathing or lung health that they can call the Lung HelpLine - the association's free telephone hotline regarding lung health issues. The Lung HelpLine is reachable by calling 1-800-LUNG-USA and choosing option No. 2. Questions can also be submitted online and the public can even chat directly with a specialist.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 12:20 pm
Here are 11 simple ways to manage the way you think about and respond to food:
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 12:15 pm
360 PSG was named the sixth fastest growing company in Western New York in 2011 at the "Fast Track 50" Awards, presented by Buffalo Business First. The award measures a company's growth in total sales and employee development over the three years prior to the event.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 12:10 pm
Niagara University announces three of its students have been awarded academic scholarships from Tourism Cares, the tourism industry's premier charitable organization for preservation, conservation, restoration and education.
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 12:05 pm
Emily Vasquez of New York City is not invited to 'The Call Back'
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Mon, Jun 27th 2011 12:05 pm
One way to make the lazy days of summer even more relaxing is to be ready for what the weather will bring. National Grid has prepared its New York system to help customers beat the heat and urges customers to take steps to cut costs when the temperature rises.
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Sat, Jun 25th 2011 12:35 am
NBC's "The Voice" will kick up the entertainment appeal of the hit vocal competition series by featuring Grammy-winning star Miranda Lambert in a duet with finalist Dia Frampton on the live results show and season finale on Wednesday, June 29 (8-9 p.m. ET). Lambert - the wife of Blake Shelton, one of the show's musician coaches - is a multi-award winning and platinum-selling country music recording artist.
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Sat, Jun 25th 2011 12:30 am
This summer, G4 and Marvel team up to bring fans a whole new way to see their favorite superheroes with the premiere of two original Marvel anime series, "Iron Man" and "Wolverine." The eagerly anticipated series will air exclusively on G4 with 12 half-hour weekly episodes that include interconnecting storylines and cameo appearances by several popular Marvel characters.
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Sat, Jun 25th 2011 12:25 am
Emmy-winner Terry O'Quinn ("Lost," "Alias") will join the cast of "Hawaii Five-0" in a recurring role for its second season, premiering in September on the CBS Television Network. His character will debut in the season's premiere episode. O'Quinn's casting reunites him with fellow "Lost" alumnus, Daniel Dae Kim, on the islands of Hawaii.
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Sat, Jun 25th 2011 12:01 am
A pledge of allegiance, led by the Lewiston Porter High School Junior ROTC, and very talented choir members singing the "Star Spangled Banner" started the joyous end-of-the-year Lewiston-Porter School Board meeting on Tuesday evening. The session included recognition of graduating Lew-Port seniors, gifted elementary students, beloved retirees and volunteers who help the disabled.
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Sat, Jun 25th 2011 12:00 am
The following activity occurred Monday, June 13, to Sunday, June 20, as reported by the Lewiston Police Department. A total of 92 calls were answered by LPD during this period.
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Sat, Jun 25th 2011 12:00 am
Richard P. Pope, director of the Niagara County Refuse Disposal District, and members of his team were in Lewiston last Saturday for a pharmaceutical collection event at the Red Brick Municipal Building. From 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., unwanted pills were collected, stored and then later shipped to Covanta Energy for incineration.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:55 pm
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:55 pm
Just in time for festival season, Caramel Ann makes its debut this weekend at 465 Center St., Lewiston.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:55 pm
The Boy Scouts of America, Troop 829, is pleased to announce that two area Scouts have completed the requirements to receive the Eagle Scout rank. Thomas "TJ" Maries and Don "DJ" Eaves are two hard-working 18-year-olds. A ceremony will be held at a special Court of Honor on Sunday, June 26, at 1 p.m.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:55 pm
The Erie County Sheriff's Office reports its officers responded to 211 calls from June 11 to 17. Below is a sampling of only those incidents the ECSO reported to the Island Dispatch.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:50 pm
Beautiful weather, tasty barbecue and great music are often the only things a dad needs for the perfect Father's Day. And, of course, the sound of the loud, blaring engines of many fathers' favorite toys: their lawn mowers.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:50 pm
The first of what could be many Theodore's restaurants in Western New York had its official ribbon-cutting and opening Tuesday on Grand Island.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:45 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, today released the following statement regarding the conclusion of this year's legislative session and his vote to cap property tax increases at 2 percent.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:25 pm
The Lewiston Council on the Arts will once again be presenting plenty of free, great music this summer with Blue Mondays, the "Summer of '69," and the Lewiston Jazz Project.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:25 pm
Tuesday's CCR concert at Artpark generally was seen as a pretty well behaved affair in the eyes of area law enforcement.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:20 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-I-Lewiston, tonight helped pass legislation (A.7622) that will promote local wines and wineries. The bill allows smaller wineries, those that produce less than 150,000 gallons a year, to sell wine at outdoor and indoor events and gatherings by issuing them a temporary permit through the New York State Liquor Authority for a fee of $26.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:15 pm
Porter on the Lake Summerfest, a family event to benefit the park, is scheduled for Sunday, July 3, from 2 until 11 p.m. at Porter on the Lake Park located on Dietz Road (off of Route 18) in Youngstown.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:00 pm
You've got to hand it to the folks at Syfy: They've really outdone themselves this time.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 10:15 pm
Niagara Catholic High School will provide bus service for Lockport-area students this coming school year. Beginning in September, This busing will be provided at no cost to students and their families. It will allow prospective students from the Lockport area to consider Niagara Catholic as a more viable option in selecting their high school.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 10:10 pm
The New York State Senate today passed legislation to establish the NY-SUNY 2020 Challenge Grant program, which includes capital funds for investments in economic expansion and job creation at the four SUNY University Centers, as well as a predictable and rational plan for SUNY tuition that will allow students and families to plan for tuition costs.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 10:00 pm
The Lewiston Region Tour of Kitchens and Homes, sponsored by Kinetic Kitchen and Bath, with its fabulous food samples, gardens and tablescapes, took place June 11 and 12 in Lewiston and Youngstown neighborhoods. Organizers report it was a tremendous success.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 09:55 pm
Those about to marry can plan their big day in just one afternoon at the Holiday Inn Grand Island this weekend.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 09:45 pm
The St. Francis Guild Auxiliary of Mount St. Mary's Hospital has announced the recipients of two $500 scholarships. The guild awards a scholarship to a student from Niagara Catholic High School and to a Mount St. Mary's employee pursuing advanced education. The student at Niagara Catholic receiving the award is Jenna McCune of Niagara Falls. She will be attending Niagara University. The employee award is presented to Adrienne Kasbaum, manager of employee health, who will also be attending Niagara.
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 09:45 pm
Oh, what have I gotten myself into this time?
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 11:55 am
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Fri, Jun 24th 2011 07:00 am
The Niagara Heritage Partnership extends special recognition and a thank you to all those from Lewiston, Youngstown, and the surrounding countryside, all of those from the "north towns," from below the ridge, who have made the decision to support the total removal of the gorge parkway and to restore the natural landscapes that is our heritage.
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Thu, Jun 23rd 2011 03:10 pm
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Thu, Jun 23rd 2011 03:00 pm
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