Tue, Jun 5th 2018 05:45 pm
Niagara University's "2 Good 2 Toss" community garage sale program raised nearly $1,800 this year for student outreach programs - while also keeping hundreds of reusable items out of landfills.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 05:35 pm
The Buffalo Beauts on Tuesday announced the team agreed to terms with forward Corinne Buie.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 05:35 pm
The Country Music Association has announced Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini will return for a second year as hosts of "CMA Fest," the three-hour special that brings country music's ultimate fan experience to a national television audience. "CMA Fest" airs Wednesday, Aug. 8 (8 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 05:00 pm
Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals can win the first-ever Stanley Cup in the franchise's 44-year history this Thursday at 8 p.m. ET on NBC with a Game 5 victory against Marc-Andre Fleury and the Vegas Golden Knights from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Coverage begins at 6 p.m. on NBCSN with a two-hour edition of "NHL Live."
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:55 pm
M&T Bank on Tuesday announced the 49th anniversary season of its Plaza Event Series, an enduring symbol of M&T's commitment to downtown Buffalo. The 11-week concert series - a summertime tradition in Buffalo - is the longest-running free concert series of its kind in the U.S.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:55 pm
Deposits for Food presented $1,000 donations each to two Niagara Falls food pantries on Tuesday: Community Missions, and Heart, Love & Soul. Pictured, from left, are Fran Giles, Modern Corporation; Joseph Sbarbati, Community Missions; Sister Beth Brosmer, Heart, Love and Soul; and Angelo Sarkees, Deposits for Food.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:55 pm
Mount St. Mary's Hospital, part of Catholic Health, has received three-year reaccreditation from The Joint Commission, the nation's leading organization on hospital accreditation.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:50 pm
As part of AT&T's ongoing dedication to support first responders across New York, and to assist the New York State Troopers in the education of drivers on the dangers of distracted driving, the company contributed an "It Can Wait" 3-D virtual reality simulator to the New York State Police Troop A in Batavia. The VR can be used across Western New York for public safety education and programing.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:50 pm
In a letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Congressman Brian Higgins is calling on the agency to investigate how "disgusting and unsafe conditions have been allowed to persist by Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority (BMHA) despite substantial investment by the federal government and by the tenants themselves."
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:50 pm
The entertainment community is coming together for Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) and its sixth biennial roadblock televised fundraising special, supporting urgently needed research and new treatments for cancer.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:45 pm
Before the eight competitors in the JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto face off for an array of prizes in an intense week of competition, they will share their talents with the patients at Oishei Children's Hospital.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:45 pm
Nicholas Atallah plans to debate the chronology of the Cold War through information gathered in part from a summer trip to the National Archives in Washington, D.C. Sophia Smith will compare baby boomers to millennials on both sides of the Canadian-American border. Jacobe Wendell recently returned from a conference in Boston that will contribute to his analysis of the creation and implementation of artificial intelligence.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:45 pm
Grammy-nominated Rhett Walker Band has just released "Like Your Father Does," the second song from their upcoming self-titled EP releasing Aug. 10th (Essential Records/Sony Music). The song is the follow-up to "Say Hello," which debuted in April in addition to a new music video, which can be viewed HERE. To stream or download "Like Your Father Does," or to pre-order the EP to receive both songs immediately, click HERE.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:45 pm
The board of trustees of the Miss America Organization announced Tuesday groundbreaking changes for The 2019 Miss America Competition, effective this September, by declaring the 51 women representing their home states and the District of Columbia will no longer be judged on outward physical appearance.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:45 pm
New York State Sen. Chris Jacobs has announced passage of a law he co-sponsored that will provide greater protections for children by making it a criminal offense for a teacher or school employee to have a sexual relationship with a student under the age of 21.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 12:45 pm
Award-winning artist Chris August announces the release of his new album, "Seasons," his his first independent release since 2008. "Seasons" follows his three previous album releases with Fervent/Word: 2010's "No Far Away," "The Upside of Down" (2012) and 2015's "The Maker."
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 10:20 am
From 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., Saturday, New York State Sen. Chris Jacobs and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center will sponsor a job fair at the North Park Branch Library, 975 Hertel Ave., Buffalo. Staff from Roswell Park will be on hand to help attendees build a better resume and discuss open positions for nurses, laboratory technicians, clinical center associates, hospital clinical assistants and more.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 10:15 am
The Niagara Falls High School Class of 2008 donated more than 100 canned goods to Community Missions of the Niagara Frontier. Classmates did this Saturday, as they held their 10-year class reunion at the Hyde Park Arena.
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Tue, Jun 5th 2018 07:00 am
On Saturday, June 2, members of the Youngstown Lions Club volunteered at this year's "Tour De Cure," greeting participants and handing out food and refreshments at McFeely Plaza in Fort Niagara State Park.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 05:20 pm
After a two-year hiatus, the Niagara Power pulled off an 8-3 win against the Genesee Rapids at their home opener on Saturday, June 2. Starting pitcher Conrad Voss had seven strikeouts during the game, which remained tied 1-1 from the top of the third inning until the bottom of the sixth. That's when the Power scored five runs and finished off the victory.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 04:05 pm
Former Buffalo Bills quarterback and Hall of Famer Jim Kelly will be honored with the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance at The 2018 ESPYS Presented by Capital One.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 03:55 pm
Game 3 of the 2018 Stanley Cup Final between the expansion Vegas Golden Knights and the Washington Capitals on Saturday night set numerous consumption records across NBCSN, NBCSports.com, and the NBC Sports app, including:
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 03:50 pm
After an incredible tour in 2017, "Mystery Science Theater 3000" announces the "MST3K Live 30th Anniversary Tour," featuring, for the first time in 25 years, original host and "MST3K" creator Joel Hodgson back in the red jumpsuit as Joel Robinson.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 03:20 pm
If you're up there in age and feel like you can coast as a couch potato, you may want to reconsider. A new study suggests, for the first time in women over age 70, that working up a sweat can reduce the influence one's genes have on obesity.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 03:15 pm
The fifth annual Walk/Run/Roll in Lauren's Shoes 5K and 1 Mile Honorary CP Walk is a unique, family-friendly event held at one of the area's most scenic summer destinations - Wilkeson Pointe at the Buffalo Outer Harbor.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 03:10 pm
The re-branded Lewiston Harvest and Hops Festival will take place from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, and Sunday, Sept. 23.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 03:05 pm
ABC announced the network picked up the culinary competition series "Family Food Fight," based on Australia's hit format. Hosted by restaurateur, food maven and New York Times best-selling cookbook author Ayesha Curry, the eight-episode competition series will feature eight families from across the country sharing a common kitchen and a common goal: To claim the title of "America's No. 1 Food Family."
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 03:05 pm
The Buffalo Beauts on Monday announced the team agreed to terms with defenseman Lisa Chesson.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 02:55 pm
Singer/songwriter and worship leader Pat Barrett announces the release of his solo full-length, self-titled debut releasing on July 20.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 02:55 pm
The Center for Women at Mount St. Mary's Hospital will provide a special prenatal fitness and childbirth education program known as "Dancing for Birth." The session is free and open to the public and will be held from 6:30-8 p.m. Monday, June 11, in Room 249 at the main hospital building in Lewiston.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 11:30 am
Grammy Award-winning superstar duo Sugarland will release its their highly anticipated sixth studio album, titled "BIGGER," on Friday, June 8. Preorder is available now.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 11:20 am
Grammy, CMA, CMT and ACM award-winning country supergroup Little Big Town is set to release one of the country songs of the summer, "Summer Fever," on Wednesday to radio and all digital service providers.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 11:10 am
"American Ninja Warrior" welcomes special guests at the Los Angeles qualifier on Wednesday when dinosaurs from "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" invade the course - along with a special appearance by the film's stars, Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 11:10 am
The Buffalo Beauts announced the team agreed to terms with forward Maddie Elia on a one-year contract.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 11:10 am
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.95, which is down 2 cents from last week. One year ago, the price was $2.38. The New York state average is $3.09, which is down 1 cent from last week. A year ago, the state average was $2.51.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 11:10 am
Volunteers from various agencies in service to the older adult population from across Niagara County have once again spent the year organizing, soliciting donations and planning a fun-filled, free day for Niagara County residents 55 and up.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 11:10 am
New York Sea Grant is partnering with the Pennsylvania and Lake Champlain Sea Grant programs and New York State Office of Parks to remind dog owners to enjoy the water this summer - but remember to stay smart, safe, and informed about algal blooms and their impact on people and pets.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 11:10 am
Niagara Hospice is recruiting volunteers to attend the next hospice volunteer training, which is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. Friday, June 29.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 11:10 am
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos recently announced the release of the agency's report on pharmaceutical stewardship developed in consultation with the New York State Department of Health. Report recommendations include establishing an independent pharmaceutical stewardship organization to provide oversight of a statewide program funded by pharmaceutical manufacturers rather than consumers or taxpayers.
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Mon, Jun 4th 2018 07:00 am
The Lewiston-Porter Class Reunion Committee met on Thursday at the home of Vicki DeVantier to finalize a few plans for its 50th class reunion.
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