Tue, May 14th 2013 05:10 pm
The jackpot for Wednesday night's Powerball drawing has increased to $360 million, just $5 million shy of the second highest jackpot in Powerball history. The midday bump reflects very strong sales across all participating Lottery jurisdictions.
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Tue, May 14th 2013 04:35 pm
With momentum building toward next Tuesday's Niagara Greenway Commission public meeting/review/vote to determine consistency and funding for the proposed Lewiston Civic Center, the Town Board has taken further steps to make the project a reality.
At its Monday work session, the Lewiston Town Board voted in favor of three items pertaining to the Civic Center. One of those items was paying $50,000 for a 10-acre parcel of land at Lew-Port.
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Tue, May 14th 2013 12:25 pm
The Women of Faith Believe God Can Do Anything tour will take place this fall in Rochester. The live Christian event for today's woman will be held Friday and Saturday, Sept. 13-14, at the Blue Cross Arena at War Memorial.
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Tue, May 14th 2013 12:15 pm
Cooking Channel's favorite "Classy Ladies" Alie Ward and Georgia Hardstark hit the road in search of adventure, hidden gems and a delicious cocktail in "Tripping Out with Alie & Georgia," premiering Friday, June 21, at 9:30 p.m. on Cooking Channel.
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Tue, May 14th 2013 12:00 pm
CBS won Sunday in viewers, adults 18-49 and adults 25-54, with the season finale of "Survivor: Caramoan - Fans vs. Favorites," according to Nielsen preliminary live plus same day ratings for May 12. John Cochran was named winner.
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Tue, May 14th 2013 11:55 am
For those who may be hesitant to create a large garden, or who just don't have the space, put your gardening skills to the test by participating in the container garden contest at this year's Lewiston GardenFest on June 22 and 23. The event is sponsored by the Lewiston Garden Club.
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Tue, May 14th 2013 10:00 am
The 14th annual Native American Music Awards celebrated the accomplishments of star performers Nelly Furtado, Rickey Medlocke and Tony Duncan. The event, held inside the Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel Events Center, honored native musicians in 30 distinct categories.
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Tue, May 14th 2013 09:10 am
Assemblywoman Jane Corwin, in an effort to help restock the shelves of many local charities that have run bare, delivered food to local Western New York food banks as part of her "Annual Food Drive to Combat Hunger."
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Mon, May 13th 2013 05:40 pm
Cornerstone Community Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Lockport, has announced its award of scholarships to 10 high school student members of the credit union in the amount of $350 each.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 05:30 pm
State Sen. George Maziarz today announced that Richard Soluri of Lewiston will be reappointed as a full member of the Niagara River Greenway Commission.
"Dick Soluri is without comparison when it comes serving the people of the Niagara Region," Maziarz said. "He truly enjoyed his former experiences on the Greenway Commission, and the organization began to make a lasting difference thanks in large part to his leadership."
Soluri previously served as a member and vice chairman of the commission from its inception in 2004-5 until the summer of 2009.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 05:30 pm
State Sen. George Maziarz, a member of the Niagara University Class of 1976, was presented with the St. Vincent de Paul Award from his alma mater during commencement services this past weekend.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 05:30 pm
It's no secret that students sometimes leave usable items in their wake as the hustle to summer vacation begins. A Niagara University committee is coordinating an effort to put those items to good use.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 05:25 pm
New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today that the New York State Common Retirement Fund was valued at an estimated $160.4 billion and earned an estimated 10.38 percent rate of return on its investments for the fiscal year ending March 31.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 05:25 pm
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today sent letters to the CEOs of Apple, Google/Motorola, Microsoft, and Samsung seeking information about their efforts to protect customers from the rise in violent street crimes known as "Apple Picking."
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Mon, May 13th 2013 02:30 pm
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Mon, May 13th 2013 02:30 pm
The Erie County Sheriff's Office responded to 151 calls from April 20 to 26. Below is a sampling of the noteworthy incidents on Grand Island.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 02:30 pm
The following incidents occurred from April 22 to 28, as reported by the Grand Island Fire Co. A total of 22 calls were answered by the department during this period. The GIFC has responded to 422 calls so far this year.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 02:30 pm
The following activity occurred Monday, April 29, to Sunday, May 5, as reported by the Lewiston Police Department. LPD logged a total of 99 response calls during this period.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 10:15 am
New action-packed event series "24: Live Another Day" to restart iconic clock in summer 2014 on FOX; Kiefer Sutherland to return as Jack Bauer in new event series.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 09:55 am
NBC has named the versatile Emmy-winning writer/performer Seth Meyers as the new host of "Late Night" when Jimmy Fallon moves to "The Tonight Show" in 2014.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 09:45 am
The Lewiston Garden Club members will meet at Hennepin Park, corner of Center and South Fourth streets, at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 20, for the purpose of planting annuals in the park. Members will also be planting at the Lewiston Museum and the Lewiston Public Library.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 09:40 am
The University at Buffalo's Office of Economic Development has initiated a series of roundtable discussions with industry members that will pinpoint challenges and guide enhanced relationships between the university and business community in pursuit of economic development.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 09:40 am
About 125 runners and walkers came to Youngstown Saturday, May 11, for the 19th annual Nancy Price 5K Race and Walk.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 09:35 am
Join the National Association of Women Business Owners Buffalo Niagara and WKBW-TV Wednesday, June 5, as they recognize the 2012-13 Women in Leadership.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 09:35 am
State Sen. Mark Grisanti, R-I-60, has introduced a bill that would increase criminal penalties to those who abuse or kill animals during the commission of a felony.
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Mon, May 13th 2013 09:00 am
The Recording Academy and CBS have announced dates for the Grammy Awards in 2014 and 2015.
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Sat, May 11th 2013 12:05 pm
Hunter Bell's winning capsule collections will be available online and in stores including 50 Macy's locations and 15 Express locations nationwide.
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Sat, May 11th 2013 11:00 am
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce will recognize 10 area individuals and businesses at its annual Chamber Awards Gala, Friday, May 17, at the Niagara Falls Country Club in Lewiston.
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Sat, May 11th 2013 07:00 am
Five remaining "Dancing with the Stars" couples take to the ballroom floor during the semifinals on Monday, May 13 (8-10:01 p.m.). Each couple performs two routines, inching one step closer to the coveted mirror ball trophy.
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Sat, May 11th 2013 07:00 am
Community Missions of Niagara Frontier honored many of the volunteers and supporters who make its mission possible at its 21st annual Compassion in Action Awards Brunch, hosted Thursday by the LaSalle Yacht Club in Niagara Falls.
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Sat, May 11th 2013 07:00 am
Students from more than 10 area schools inspired by the anti-bullying spirit will compete for the best musical show in front of "Jersey Boys" cast members and other celebrity judges at the "BAND Against Bullying" multi-school music and arts festival to be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, at UB's Center for the Arts.
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Sat, May 11th 2013 07:00 am
Domova celebrated the opening of its new and used home décor retail location at 421 Center St. (upper), Lewiston. Chamber board members and elected officials came to welcome owners Ed and Kylie Evanz and their family to the business community.
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Sat, May 11th 2013 07:00 am
Slender Inspirations celebrated its opening with the Chamber of Commerce and elected officials. Owner Margaret Mokhiber (center, holding scissors) shared the day with family and friends.
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Sat, May 11th 2013 07:00 am
Niagara Freewheelers Bicycle Touring Club has been pedaling across town since 1991 when Virginia and Bill Stewart founded the bike club. Now, more than 20 years later, with more than 300 rides scheduled a year and a member base close to 300, it's obvious on this club's direction.
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Sat, May 11th 2013 07:00 am
In news of interest to area boaters and Lake Ontario property owners, the International St. Lawrence River Board of Control has announced its plan of maintaining current lake levels for the foreseeable future.
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Sat, May 11th 2013 07:00 am
The picture you see here was taken at Fox BoyZ Marina (the old Petroy Marina) in Youngstown. Fox BoyZ is one of 18 weigh stations spread across the Lake Ontario counties of New York state for the annual spring Lake Ontario Counties Derby (www.LOC.org).
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Sat, May 11th 2013 07:00 am
As part of its 40th anniversary gala, Artpark & Company will hold an auction filled with prizes guests are highly unlikely to find elsewhere.
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Fri, May 10th 2013 11:45 pm
In his travels around the world, Fabio Viviani has visited many places. But he's only passed through Western New York. That will change next week when he makes a special appearance in Amherst.
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Fri, May 10th 2013 11:35 pm
USA announced today that its Emmy-nominated original drama series and ratings juggernaut "Burn Notice" will air its seventh and final season beginning Thursday, June 6, at 9 p.m.
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Fri, May 10th 2013 11:30 pm
Kick start your Memorial Day with "Veronica Mars," the show everyone's talking about. Catch up on your favorites - or tune in to find out what all the buzz is about.
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