Mon, Feb 10th 2014 02:35 pm
Mary Beth Smiths' fourth-grade class from Catholic Academy visited Community Missions recently to donate baby items and funds from the school's walk-a-thon.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 01:00 pm
"The Beatles: The Night That Changed America - A Grammy Salute" delivered 13.95 million viewers, according to Nielsen preliminary live plus same day ratings for Sunday, Feb. 9.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 01:00 pm
The National Association of Home Builders recently presented its prestigious "Project of the Year Award for Green Site Development - Single-family Detached" to Natale Builders for the company's construction of the ultra-efficient, environmentally friendly Rivera Greens subdivision. Located in Clarence, the 35 sustainable green homes in the community were all built to meet certification requirements for the National Green Building Standard.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 11:15 am
Jimmy Fallon brings the historic "Tonight Show" franchise back to New York City with a star-studded first week (Feb. 17-21) of guests on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon."
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 11:15 am
The Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. board of directors met Monday and moved forward on plans to redevelop the South Aud Block at Canalside in Buffalo by entering into contracts with Ehrenkrantz, Eckstut & Kuhn, a Perkins Eastman Company, and Fontanese Folts Aurbrecht Ernst for architectural and engineering services.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 10:35 am
"Toast of the Town," an annual fundraiser for Niagara University's College of Hospitality and Tourism Management, is scheduled for 6 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at the Twentieth Century Club of Buffalo, 595 Delaware Ave.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 10:35 am
As the temperature drops and winter lingers, people are seeking ways to warm up their dull winter skin. Taking a note from Hollywood A-listers, many are abandoning the fake-baked looks achieved from UV tanning in favor of a more natural glow.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 10:35 am
The Historic Riviera Theatre presents the legendary Count Basie Orchestra, directed by Scotty Barnhart, on Thursday, March 6, at 7:30 p.m.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 10:35 am
A "Taste of Italy" pasta dinner will be held Sunday, Feb. 23, from noon-4 p.m. at St. John de LaSalle Church/St. Charles Borromeo Parish Center, 8477 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls. The dinner will include spaghetti, meatballs, roll, salad, dessert and beverage.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 10:35 am
While the Winter Olympic Games are happening in Sochi, Russia, classes at Doodle Bugs! Children's Centers are supporting another group of athletes gearing up to compete here in Western New York.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 09:50 am
Sunnking Inc., in partnership with Camp Good Days and Special Times, has created a program called "E-Scrap 4 Camp." This program facilitates the recycling of old electronics from participating local businesses to generate funds for Camp Good Days and Special Times.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 09:30 am
Buffalo Mass Mob has announced voting for its third Mass mob in underway. The first two mobs were at St. Adalbert Basilica on Nov. 2, 2013, and Our Lady of Perpetual Help on Jan. 12.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 09:30 am
The Niagara County Genealogical Society will present the free program "At Last! Answers for My Burning Genealogy Questions!" at 1 p.m. Feb. 22 at 215 Niagara St., Lockport.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 09:20 am
For the second consecutive year, chef Daniel Boulud's iconic, landmark restaurant Daniel will roll out the red carpet for local members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, entertainment industry executives and several hometown luminaries to celebrate the 86th Oscars with an exclusive viewing party and dinner.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 09:15 am
NBC's primetime Olympics telecast on Saturday (8-11:06 p.m. ET) averaged 25.1 million viewers and a 13.9 household rating/24 share - up 8 percent and percent, respectively, from the opening Saturday of the last European Winter Olympics (23.2 million viewers and 13.5 household rating/23 share for Torino in 2006), according to live plus same day fast national data released Sunday by The Nielsen Company.
|
Mon, Feb 10th 2014 09:00 am
On Friday, March 21, "Giants of Buffalo: Television" will feature the legendary WKBW Channel 7 TV news team Irv Weinstein, Rick Azar and Tom Jolls.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 08:00 pm
Jimmy Fallon's final telecast hosting "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" has set series records for biggest overall audience on any night of the week and highest adult 18-49 rating for a regularly scheduled episode. In fact, it was the biggest total-viewer result for the "Late Night" franchise since 1993, and highest 18-49 rating for a regularly scheduled telecast since 2004.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 08:00 pm
Tony Astran, publicity manager for Seneca Gaming Corp., has successfully completed the Examination for Accreditation in Public Relations, entitling him to use the APR professional designation.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 08:00 pm
NBC's coverage of the opening ceremony of the Sochi Olympics averaged 31.7 million viewers to rank as the most-watched opening ceremony for a non-live Winter Games since the 1994 Lillehammer Games, according to live plus same day fast national data released today by The Nielsen Company.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 07:00 am
The Town of Porter is currently looking for volunteers to fill available positions on the town's Recreation Commission and the Zoning/Planning boards.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 07:00 am
A chili cook-off to benefit The Friends of Youngstown Free Library was held at Bandana's Bar and Grill on Sunday afternoon, Feb. 2. Ten people made chili and brought it in to be tasted and voted on by a large and hungry crowd.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 07:00 am
On Thursday, Feb. 13, Niagara Falls High School will host a rescheduling of an education summit to discuss the impact of the Common Core Standards on New York state schools. One of the summit's key speakers will be Dr. Walter Polka, a Niagara University professor and former superintendent of the Lewiston-Porter Central School District.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 07:00 am
The Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks & Recreation Department is offering an American Red Cross lifeguarding course at the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic & Fitness Center Monday, Feb. 17, through Friday, Feb. 21 (9:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). The cost for the class is $180.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 07:00 am
More than 150 Oscar nominees will come together at noon Monday, Feb. 10, at the Beverly Hilton when the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences honors this year's Oscar contenders at its annual Nominees Luncheon.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 07:00 am
The Mount St. Mary's Foundation has teamed with Niagara University athletics to offer a special package for a men's basketball and hockey doubleheader Saturday, Feb. 22.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 07:00 am
It's "Chocolate Week" at "The Chew," when the food-centric lifestyle show kicks-off a weeklong celebration focusing on the dark and delicious sweet treat. From cocktails and decadently delicious desserts and dishes to inexpensive gift ideas, "The Chew" has everything viewers need to paint the town red on Valentine's Day.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 01:15 am
The award-winning international phenomenon "The X Factor" has concluded its domestic run after three seasons, it was announced Friday by Syco, FremantleMedia North America and Fox Broadcasting Co.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 01:10 am
Like most of America these days, "LIVE with Kelly and Michael" hosts Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan are sick of winter. They've had enough of this year's polar vortexes and snowmageddons! For those in the same state of mind, the hosts will give winter-weary viewers a break with "#EndWinterNow" week, a series of daily summer-themed segments.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 01:00 am
Bravo Media's "Top Chef" named its 11th season winner Nicholas Elmi in Maui, Hawaii, Wednesday night with the highest rated episode of the season among all key demos, according to Nielsen.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 12:30 am
Members of the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center family gathered inside the hospital's main entrance Friday to show their support for National Wear Red/Go Red for Women Day. The annual observance is dedicated to raising awareness and funds to battle heart disease in women.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 12:20 am
The Niagara County Community College Foundation is offering scholarships for incoming and current students for the fall 2014 semester.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 12:20 am
Niagara County Republicans backed a slate of candidates for state, federal, and local offices Jan. 30 at the Wheatfield Community Center, lining up behind experienced incumbents seeking re-election to a host of offices.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 12:20 am
It was a small turnout for the Niagara-Wheatfield bus vote Tuesday, evening, but the district got a definite nod to purchase up to five new school buses at a cost not to exceed $500,000.
With only 683 residents voting, the final tally was 472 yes votes and only 211 no.
The district serves all of Town of Niagara, most of Wheatfield and parts of Cambria and Lewiston. Essentially, anyone who is a citizen more than 18 years old and who has lived in the district for more than 30 days can vote.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 12:15 am
VA Western New York Healthcare System will host the third annual "Hire a Hero" employment and education fair for veterans from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, in Freedom Hall at the Buffalo site, 3495 Bailey Ave.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 12:15 am
The Niagara-Wheatfield boys swim team collected a Niagara Frontier League first place with its 200 medley relay team scoring a time of 1:45.25 at last weekend's NFL meet at Lockport High School.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 12:00 am
The following is a sampling of the 164 calls received by the Town of Niagara Police between Jan. 27 and Feb. 3.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 12:00 am
Town of Niagara Supervisor Steve Richards made his open court appearance before the Hon. Christopher J. Burns in Buffalo's State Supreme Court in the midst of Wednesday morning's snowstorm. Burns reserved decision on motions made by Richards' lawyers until a later date.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 12:00 am
The Starpoint School District notified the Niagara County Sheriff's Office at 7 a.m. Wednesday morning that an empty ankle holster was located on school grounds, outside of the high school buildings.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 12:00 am
Though temperatures in the area warmed up a bit at the start of the month, ice fishing continued at Wilson Harbor.
|
Sat, Feb 8th 2014 12:00 am
On Sunday, Feb 9, the Adams Volunteer Fire Co. will present its final all-you-can-eat farmers breakfast for the season.
|
