Mon, Jun 17th 2013 10:10 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-C-I-Lewiston, today helped pass the Safe Patient Handling Act. The bill, which he co-sponsored, establishes a statewide patient handling policy for all health care facilities in New York. Ceretto noted this policy ensures that best practices in regard to safe patient handling are followed in medical facilities across New York state.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2013 10:10 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-C-I-Lewiston, and State Sen. George Maziarz, R-Newfane, passed legislation designed to protect taxpayers and ensure that money from the New York Power Authority is not wasted. The legislation would allow NYPA to perform audits of funding it provides to local governments, state agencies and other development projects in Western New York.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2013 10:00 pm
Just announced: Matthew Good is coming back to "Rock the Rapids" at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2013 10:00 pm
Drake is coming to First Niagara Center, with special guests Future and Miguel, on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at 7:30 p.m.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2013 10:00 pm
Longtime NFL front office veteran and former NFL Executive of the Year Scott Pioli is joining "Football Night in America," NBC's NFL studio program and the most-watched regularly scheduled studio program in sports. He will also appear regularly on "Pro Football Talk," NBC Sports Network's daily NFL program hosted by ProFootballTalk.com founder and NFL insider Mike Florio.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2013 04:35 pm
The City of Buffalo, Shatter I.T., Sunnking Electronics, in partnership with six other local Buffalo businesses, will host "ecyclebflo" on Tuesday, June 25, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Niagara Square (new location) in downtown Buffalo. Residents are encouraged to responsibly recycle their unwanted electronics at this free event.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2013 04:35 pm
Project Runway, a new program to prevent and reduce substance abuse among girls and women 14 to 25 years of age, has scheduled three public sessions to increase awareness and seek public input.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2013 04:35 pm
A $750,000 challenge grant from The John R. Oishei Foundation to the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Foundation has given a jump start to Memorial's $3 million campaign for a new inpatient cardiac/stroke care center. The grant is conditioned on Memorial raising a matching amount.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2013 04:35 pm
A monthly lecture series is bringing a variety of local and nationally renowned authors to Old Falls Street, USA. The lectures, held in Old Falls Street's new Wi-Fi Café, closest to Niagara Falls State Park, are free and open to the public.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2013 04:10 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto has announced the passing of bipartisan legislation to restore funding to programs for people with developmental disabilities. Ceretto, who co-sponsored the legislation, worked with his Assembly colleagues to restore funding for the programs that people with developmental disabilities rely on to maintain their quality of life. Ceretto has been a vocal advocate for the restoration of the funding since it was cut from the budget in March.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2013 07:00 am
On Friday, Aug. 2, at the Niagara Falls Country Club, The It Happened to Alexa Foundation will host its 11th annual fundraising dinner. Readers can support the valuable work of The Alexa Foundation by purchasing a ticket or table, donating an auction item or becoming a sponsor of the dinner.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2013 07:00 am
ChrisFit Health & Wellness will host its first "ChrisFit Fest" from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., on Sunday, June 23. The fitness festival will feature a 5K and kids run, and offer an opportunity to access a range of free information on fitness and nutrition. It will take place at Academy Park in the Village of Lewiston.
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Sat, Jun 15th 2013 07:00 am
Benjamin Franklin once said, "In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes."
Come Tuesday, we can reasonably add something else to that list of certainties: The only thing pouring down from above at Artpark will be hit songs.
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Sat, Jun 15th 2013 07:00 am
The picture you see here is of my third oldest son Joe, showing off one of his 3-pound walleye caught at Chautauqua Lake last week.
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Sat, Jun 15th 2013 07:00 am
Wednesday Concerts at the Gazebo, Main Street, Newfane, will take place from 7 to 9 p.m.
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Sat, Jun 15th 2013 07:00 am
The Greater Niagara Federal Credit Union will hold its 8th annual Motorcycle Run to benefit the Niagara Falls Fire Department Christmas Toy Fun Drive on Saturday, June 22.
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Sat, Jun 15th 2013 07:00 am
The Wilson Lions Club will hold its 10th annual awards dinner on Monday, June 17, at the Wilson Boathouse Restaurant, 57 Harbor St. Tickets for the event are $30, and include a steak dinner and a drink.
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Sat, Jun 15th 2013 07:00 am
The Town of Porter Historical Society will feature Niagara Ontario Parks Commission Superintendent of Heritage Jim Hill in a Q-and-A forum on the topic, "Why Was the Niagara Region So Important to the War of 1812 and Why Should People Care?"
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Sat, Jun 15th 2013 07:00 am
The Youngstown Lions Club will hold its annual white cane sale outside Melloni's Marketplace and Rite Aid Pharmacy in Youngstown on Saturday, June 15, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, June 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Those who donate will receive a small white cane with a red band (and a big thank you).
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Sat, Jun 15th 2013 07:00 am
Town of Porter Justice David Truesdale has announced his intention to seek re-election for a ninth term. Truesdale, a lifelong resident of the Town of Porter, is completing his 32nd year as justice.
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Sat, Jun 15th 2013 07:00 am
It's the end of the school year. What a better way to celebrate than with the Beginning of Summer Street Dance in Youngstown?
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Sat, Jun 15th 2013 07:00 am
As planning continues for a new Civic Center in Lewiston, there's a whole host of "undercurrents" that have been taking place of late in Youngstown as that tiny village at the mouth of the lake forges ahead on its own future.
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Sat, Jun 15th 2013 06:25 am
VIDEO: Artpark & Company hosted the third annual Fairy House Festival on June 9.
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Sat, Jun 15th 2013 06:00 am
The first phase of the multi-year plan features a $1.8 million restoration at Three Sisters Islands that includes a new trolley shelter, expanded parking area, new pedestrian walkways and overlooks, enhanced landscaping, as well as new railings.
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Sat, Jun 15th 2013 03:25 am
The White Linen Tea House of Wheatfield was the winner of the People's Choice Awards for Best Culinary Samples at the Lewiston Region Tour of Kitchens held June 8 and 9. The home of Bob and Marian Granfield of Youngstown (The French Country Cottage) was the winner of the People's Choice - Best in Show for Décor and Tablescapes.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 06:35 pm
NBC has announced the 10 teams set to participate in "Get Out Alive with Bear Grylls." The Electus-produced adventure-reality competition series premieres Monday, July 8 (9 p.m.).
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 06:35 pm
"Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" will host its fourth annual video game week featuring a mashup of the latest games alongside special musical performances and comedy sketches for a week of tech-filled fun June 17-21 (12:35 a.m. on NBC).
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 06:30 pm
NBC's musical competition series "The Voice" will feature a plethora of live performances for its two-hour June 18 season finale, including appearances by Christina Aguilera, Pitbull, Florida Georgia Line and Nelly.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 06:30 pm
Syfy's fan-favorite, extreme game show "Total Blackout," hosted by Jaleel White ("Family Matters"), will conclude its summer season with a special celebrity episode, airing Tuesday, July 9, at 9:30 p.m.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 06:30 pm
Alfonso Ribeiro has been named host of ABC Family's new series "Spell-Mageddon." The one hour game show puts a fresh spin on the spelling bee, where contestants take on hilarious distractions while spelling increasingly challenging words.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 06:00 pm
NBC, Donald J. Trump and Paula M. Shugart, president of the Miss Universe Organization, present the judges for the 2013 Miss USA Competition, which will broadcast live from Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas on Sunday, June 16 (9 p.m.), on NBC.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 05:25 pm
The following activity occurred Monday, June 3, to Sunday, June 9, as reported by the Lewiston Police Department. LPD logged a total of 105 response calls during this period.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 05:15 pm
St. John's Episcopal Church, overlooking the Niagara River on Main Street in Youngstown, will hold its annual Strawberry Fest on Saturday and Sunday, June 15 and 16, from noon to 4 p.m. Homemade strawberry shortcake along with grilled foods and salads will be served and a theme basket auction will be held.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 05:10 pm
A benefit for Terry Hurtgam will be held on Saturday, June 15, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the 3F Club, 904 Swann Road in Lewiston.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 05:00 pm
The Lewiston-Porter School District has reduced its budget each year since 2009, but New York state has also reduced its aid in each of those years, leaving the gap up to the district to be filled.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 04:50 pm
Over the past two years, the Crossborder Crew of volunteers and corporate sponsors, Sevenson Environmental and Atwal Eye Care have raised funds for many local youth and recreation programs in Wilson. A portion of these proceeds were also used to create a maritime heritage trail.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 04:45 pm
State Sen. Mark Grisanti, R-I-60, was joined today by representatives of the District Parent Coordinating Council, Buffalo ReformEd, and other community leaders to urge the State Assembly to act on two pieces of legislation that he said would increase parents' involvement and save taxpayers money in the City of Buffalo.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 04:45 pm
Three Lewiston gardens have been selected for inclusion in the annual National Garden Festival sponsored, in part, by Visit Buffalo Niagara. In the past, gardens have been located in the Buffalo area, but with the formation of the Niagara Trail of gardens, nine Niagara County gardens will be showcased.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 04:40 pm
U.S. sens. Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand sent a letter to President Obama today, describing the devastation that Hurricane Sandy caused in New York, to urge him to set limits on carbon pollution from power plants.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2013 04:30 pm
Dunkin' Donuts today announced the results of its "Iced Coffee Day" initiative in the greater Buffalo area by presenting Roswell Park Cancer Institute with a donation of $6,732.
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