Mon, May 20th 2019 10:35 am
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and AAA Western and Central New York is reminding both drivers and bikers of key safety tips as the weather gets nicer! The hope is to reduce crashes and keep the rest of the spring and summer safe for all roadway users.
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Mon, May 20th 2019 10:35 am
Following a cross-country search for the next singing sensation, "American Idol" rounded out its second season on ABC with an epic grand finale event, featuring Top three contestants Alejandro Aranda, Laine Hardy and Madison VanDenburg.
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Mon, May 20th 2019 07:00 am
The New York State Department of Transportation announced construction is scheduled to begin this coming week on a project to construct a new multi-use trail between the Village of Lewiston and Devil's Hole State Park. As a result, a lane closure is scheduled to begin.
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Mon, May 20th 2019 07:00 am
Many health problems are related to food choice, yet diet selection - and the factors that contribute to the daily decisions about what people eat and drink - is a complex process that is not entirely understood. To coordinate, promote and foster research in an area so critical to maintaining proper health, the University at Buffalo has launched the Center for Ingestive Behavior Research (CIBR).
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Mon, May 20th 2019 07:00 am
Nearly 43 million Americans will start their summers on a high note with a Memorial Day weekend getaway! This long holiday weekend, marking the unofficial start of summer vacation season, will see the second-highest travel volume on record since AAA began tracking holiday travel volumes dating back to 2000 - only trailing the bar set in 2005. Overall, an additional 1.5 million more people will take to the nation's roads, rails and runways compared with last year, a 3.6% increase.
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Sat, May 18th 2019 07:05 am
Congratulations Julie Martin, center, who is the winner of the Island Dispatch's 75th anniversary drawing contest.
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Sat, May 18th 2019 07:05 am
Cashless tolls are here to stay, New York State Thruway Authority Executive Director Matthew J. Driscoll said Monday at a cashless tolling customer outreach event held at the Western New York Welcome Center in Grand Island.
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Sat, May 18th 2019 07:00 am
Those who have walked past Hennepin Park (Fourth and Center streets) this past week may have seen La Rosa Landscape Management cleaning up, building footpads, trimming the wisteria, adding mulch, and planting bushes. This is being done through the generous donation of the Lewiston Garden Club with funds from the GardenFest.
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Sat, May 18th 2019 07:00 am
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is hiring more than 1,000 new and returning lifeguards for the summer season at its swimming beaches and pools.
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Sat, May 18th 2019 07:00 am
Rotary District 7090 Gov. Melisa Schrock attended the Rotary Club of Grand Island's breakfast meeting on May 9 at the Holiday Inn Express and commended members of the club on the four youth clubs it sponsors within the Grand Island school system.
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Sat, May 18th 2019 07:00 am
Joyce Mary Hocker Van Hattum, born Dec. 18, 1930, in Coloma, Michigan, passed on May 4, 2019.
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Sat, May 18th 2019 07:00 am
Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul visited Grand Island last week Friday to deliver a $1 million check of Restore NY funding for the Holiday Inn Express hotel on Long Road.
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Sat, May 18th 2019 07:00 am
When the lights dim on the final Artpark Amphitheater show of the season, and the band is walking off stage, patrons take a moment to reflect; they savor the experience; and, about five minutes later, they ask, "Who's coming next summer?"
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Sat, May 18th 2019 07:00 am
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Sat, May 18th 2019 07:00 am
With the district's budget vote and Board of Education election on Tuesday, May 21, this week will be busy at Lewiston-Porter.
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Fri, May 17th 2019 08:55 pm
The last time the Niagara-Wheatfield Falcons softball team played Kenmore West, the team witness the Blue Devils celebrate on their own field after an impressive comeback victory.
Friday night, the Falcons were seeking revenge and got it, as N-W defeated Ken-West, 8-4.
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Fri, May 17th 2019 08:35 pm
Downtown Niagara Falls landmark The Giacomo marked its anniversary Monday with a band, food and special giveaways.
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Fri, May 17th 2019 08:15 pm
"Today" is once again bringing the heat this summer to Rockefeller Plaza. The 2019 "Citi Concert Series on Today" features a star-studded lineup of the hottest names in music, including Jonas Brothers, The Chainsmokers, Kacey Musgraves, Meghan Trainor, OneRepublic, Lizzo, Thomas Rhett, Aloe Blacc, Why Don't We, Dan + Shay, Maggie Rogers and Andy Grammer.
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Fri, May 17th 2019 08:15 pm
Empire State Development announced 19 major network series will film in New York state this year, including four new series. The announcements were made this week at the 2019 network upfronts, the presentations given by major networks to promote new and renewed series that will be part of their fall schedules.
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Fri, May 17th 2019 08:00 pm
Jeremy Camp is having a month.
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Fri, May 17th 2019 07:55 pm
On Wednesday, KeyBank, a Fortune 500 company with regional headquarters in Buffalo, held its 29th annual "Neighbors Make the Difference Day." Thousands of employees across KeyBank's 15 state footprint received paid time off to spend the day on the ground in their local communities, participating in hundreds of projects, committing thousands of hours to community organizations and neighborhoods.
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Fri, May 17th 2019 07:50 pm
Fresh off a triumphant seven-city North America tour this week, which included a stop at the famous Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, Hollywood Vampires have unveiled the brand-new song "The Boogieman Surprise."
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Fri, May 17th 2019 07:50 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael Kearns, Duff's Famous Wings of Orchard Park and Buffalo Bisons are teaming up to host "Thank A Vet Day at the Ballpark" on Saturday. This day of community and celebration was coordinated by Kearns as an extension of the Erie County Clerk's "Thank A Vet" discount program in an effort to honor veterans.
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Fri, May 17th 2019 07:50 pm
Superstar recording artists Taylor Swift ft. Brendon Urie, BTS, Jonas Brothers, Halsey, Khalid, OneRepublic, and Hootie & the Blowfish are set to perform on the live, two-hour Tuesday, May 21, season finale (9-11 p.m. ET/PT) of NBC's four-time Emmy Award-winning musical competition series "The Voice."
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Fri, May 17th 2019 06:35 pm
At a press conference, Niagara County and state officials announced the expansion of Niagara County's permanent pharmaceutical drop-box program to the Town of Newfane. The goal is to enhance the collection of pharmaceuticals in rural portions of the county.
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Fri, May 17th 2019 06:35 pm
Twenty-five public and private leaders from 16 municipal and environmental organizations convened at Woodlawn Beach State Park on Thursday to share ideas and discuss strategies on how to improve water safety and quality in communities across Western New York.
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Fri, May 17th 2019 06:35 pm
The New York State Public Service Commission announced the cost for electricity supply is expected to remain near historically low levels this summer. In addition, peak power demand forecasts continue to fall thanks in part to Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo's "Reforming the Energy Vision" strategy. The decline in the amount of electricity consumed during the year helps lower costs for consumers and helps save the environment by reducing air pollution from power plants.
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Fri, May 17th 2019 06:35 pm
Biking to work is a great way to get your daily exercise! May is National Bike Month and today is National Bike to Work Day - so there's no better time for a refresher on safety! Whether you're riding for fun, health, or to save money on gas, AAA Western and Central New York has tips for bicyclists and motorists to share the road and keep everyone safe.
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Fri, May 17th 2019 06:30 pm
On April 21, "American Idol" fans began the process of winnowing down the top 10 contestant pool to crown America's next singing sensation via a live coast-to-coast vote. With only three contestants left in the competition, "Idol" fans can help one of their favorites make one more national TV appearance, this time on "Live with Kelly and Ryan."
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Fri, May 17th 2019 03:30 pm
Earlier this week, Lewiston Police Department officers Brandon Hall (right) and Mitch Pegan dropped off a bottle and can drop-off box at the Red Brick Municipal Building. Deposit money will go to support the Explorers program.
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Fri, May 17th 2019 03:15 pm
In celebration of Hibbard's 80th anniversary this summer, the iconic original frozen custard stand is unveiling a new flavor, appropriately named "Big Barenaked Bang." The custard features a Hibbard's original recipe made with a coffee base, espresso beans, and pieces of dark chocolate.
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Thu, May 16th 2019 09:40 pm
The New York Power Authority is in the planning stages of a life extension and modernization (LEM) and controls upgrade program at its flagship Robert Moses Niagara Power Plant. The program will replace aging assets, install digitally integrated sensors and monitors, and provide system hardening and cybersecurity improvements, ensuring NYPA's continued success in powering economic growth and further improving energy resiliency across New York.
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Thu, May 16th 2019 09:35 pm
Congressman Chris Collins released the following statement Thursday regarding the Senate confirmation of Jane Corwin to serve as the next U.S. chair of the International Joint Commission:
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Thu, May 16th 2019 04:25 pm
Giada De Laurentiis shares her food and family-filled summer holiday in Capri this summer in a new season of "Giada in Italy," premiering Sunday, June 16 (11:30 a.m. ET/PT), on Food Network.
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Thu, May 16th 2019 04:25 pm
The Erie County Fair has released its full Gusto Grandstand schedule for the 180th Erie County Fair this August. Highlights of the lineup includes two free, "Throwback Thursday" concerts, an appearance by the "last of the hell drivers" Tonny Petersen, and already announced mainstage shows including Kane Brown and Gabriel Iglesias.
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Thu, May 16th 2019 04:20 pm
Junior Achievement of Western New York (JA) announced it raised a record-breaking $174,711 from its 35th annual JA Bowl-A-Thon, WNY's largest bowling fundraiser. A total of 1,420 participants representing 64 local companies bowled and raised funds for JA's financial literacy, career and work readiness, and entrepreneurship programs taught by volunteers in WNY schools.
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Thu, May 16th 2019 04:20 pm
Mayor Byron W. Brown awarded the top prize in his Civic Innovation Eco Challenge - Powered by AT&T, to the Buffalo Cool Roof Project, created by Agnes Wilewicz and Jesse Farinacci of Buffalo.
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Thu, May 16th 2019 01:25 pm
It Happened to Alexa Foundation announced a whole new happening for this summer.
The 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization, which assists victims of rape and sexual assault, will hold a different kind of benefit this August. Dubbed "Buffalo's Biggest Basket Raffle," the all-ages event will take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, inside the RiverWorks recreational waterfront complex, 359 Ganson St., downtown Buffalo.
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Thu, May 16th 2019 01:25 pm
The NTHS Multi-Class Reunion Organization awarded the Gene Donner Memorial Scholarship to graduating seniors who are active in school and community activities, and who have also been accepted to an accredited college or university.
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Thu, May 16th 2019 01:25 pm
On May 8, the Town of Niagara and Town of Wheatfield Lions clubs held their annual Citizenship Awards Dinner and Ceremony honoring fifth-grade students in the Niagara-Wheatfield Central School District.
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