Fri, Apr 26th 2019 07:00 am
The Made in America Store, which offers 100% U.S.-made products, announced a brand-new e-commerce site for retail, wholesale, tours and events.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 03:55 pm
As we enter into spring, it is a great time to reflect on what the Lewiston Kiwanis has been up to and take a look into the near future.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 01:20 pm
The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute will host an American Culinary Federation (ACF) competition from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 27-28. This annual competition is geared toward promoting student and professional cooking excellence, and is open to the public for anyone interested in viewing the action. There is no charge to attend.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 01:20 pm
Rochester Gas and Electric and New York State Electric and Gas, subsidiaries of AVANGRID Inc., a diversified energy and utility company, reminded contractors that every excavation project, no matter how large or small, always requires a call to 811 (Dig Safely NY).
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 01:00 pm
Starting at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 16, the North Tonawanda History Museum, 712 Oliver St., will host Rick Falkowski.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:55 pm
The Brain Injury Association of New York State (BIANYS) has received a major grant from the New York State Health Foundation (NYSHealth), which will fund a two-year project called "Improving Concussion Management for New York State Students." This project will address gaps in concussion management by training educators, parents and students around New York on "Return to Learn" protocols.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:55 pm
Several of the region's most prominent experts in information security will discuss the cybersecurity threat landscape that presently looms over numerous industries, such as banking, education, foodservice, government, health care and telecommunications, at Niagara University's cybersecurity forum. The event is set for 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, in the Statler Dining Room on the fourth floor of St. Vincent's Hall.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:55 pm
The Erie County Fair welcomes The Australian Pink Floyd Show's "All That You Love World Tour" at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 2.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:55 pm
On April 17, Jacob Peplowski, a senior at Niagara-Wheatfield High School was honored at the Erie-Niagara Sunrise Exchange Club meeting.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:55 pm
Students in Caitlin Kucharski's culinary arts program at the Niagara Career and Technical Education Center recently had an informative class trip.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:50 pm
The early childhood education students at the Niagara Career and Technical Education Center invited local firefighters into the Niagara Preschool Learning Center recently.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:50 pm
Students in the allied health program at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center recently spent a day learning CPR.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:45 pm
On April 13, Niagara-Wheatfield ADK held its annual Fashion Show. The fashions, modeled by ADK members, were provided by Talbots of the Fashion Outlets Mall. Proceeds from the event go to the annual scholarship for a Niagara-Wheatfield student. This year, the scholarship was won by Olivia Gonyea.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:45 pm
The Niagara-Wheatfield Board of Education meeting to be held on May 1, will begin at 6 p.m. with an anticipated executive session.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:40 pm
As part of the ongoing Faculty Keynote Series, Niagara County Community College will be presenting a lecture, "Garden Myth Busting: How to Weed Through the Internet" with Assistant Professor Carolyn Stanko.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:35 pm
Rochester Americans General Manager Randy Sexton announced goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has undergone successful hip surgery.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:35 pm
As part of New York's weeklong celebration of Earth Day, the state Department of Environmental Conservation and Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced New York will once again provide free first-time camper weekends this summer. Families that have never camped before will have the opportunity to enjoy the popular outdoor activity and be provided equipment, guidance and programs at select campgrounds.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:35 pm
Diebold Nixdorf, a global leader in driving connected commerce, announced a continued collaboration with KeyBank, one of the nation's largest financial institutions, to digitally transform more than 1,400 automated teller machines (ATMs) in the bank's network.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:35 pm
Combining convenience, speed and security, KeyBank announced the launch of KeyBank Mastercard contactless credit and debit cards, in partnership with Mastercard and FIS. The new cards - now in issuance - allow clients to make in-store purchases at the speed of a single tap, while providing secure dynamic encryption during the buying process.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:35 pm
Professor Gail Tylec, director of the Faculty Resource Center for Academic Excellence at Niagara County Community College, has been selected as one of 10 finalists for the ATHENA Leadership Award in collaboration with the Buffalo Niagara Partnership.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:30 pm
Niagara County Community College Interim President William J. Murabito announced last Thursday that Phyllis Floro, New York State Assemblyman Angelo J. Morinello and Anne E. McCaffrey will deliver the keynote addresses at the college's 55th annual commencement ceremonies.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:25 pm
U.S. Attorney James P. Kennedy Jr. announced last Thursday that Edgar Joel Jimenez-Rodriguez, 39, of North Tonawanda, pleaded guilty before Chief U.S. District Judge Frank P. Geraci Jr. to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute, and to distribute, 5 kilograms or more of cocaine.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:20 pm
As the Buffalo Philharmonic returns from its critically acclaimed "Florida Friends" tour, and following an earlier announcement of the 2019-20 classics and pops series, the orchestra announced the lineup for three more series In the concert season, including a brand-new film series.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:20 pm
The Niagara County Community College Student Senate Programing Board will host an end of the year festival on Friday, April 26 featuring a free concert with opener Wasted Whiskey at 5:30 p.m. and headliner Eric Van Houten at 7:30 p.m.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:20 pm
Former Pekin Fire Co. President Lawrence Amacher Jr. was arrested last Wednesday for allegedly stealing $1,800 from the company's bell jar collection for his personal use, and falsifying records to hide his theft, according to New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:15 pm
New research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety finds increased fatigue and poor physical functioning are leading factors that can result in older adults limiting their driving. But simple steps, like weekly exercise and stretching, can improve safe driving abilities and keep older adults on the road longer.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:10 pm
The Niagara County Community College board of trustees announced last Thursday that its presidential search committee has identified four finalists for the college presidency and will hold open public forums for each candidate.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:10 pm
A group of students, along with Starpoint Middle School teacher Jessica Smith, have launched a crusade to get rid of plastic straws in the Starpoint School District.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 07:00 am
One of the world's top public philosophers and pioneering business thinkers will be the featured speaker at the Peggy and John Day University Honors Lecture Series, at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, in the Castellani Art Museum on the Niagara University campus.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 07:00 am
Interested in the art of woodcarving? Head to the Castellani Art Museum between 4:30-6:30 p.m. Monday, April 29, to celebrate the opening of a new traditional art exhibit: "Born from Wood: The Niagara Frontier Wood Carvers."
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 07:00 am
Tis the season for sustainability rankings in higher education, and the University at Buffalo fares well on two lists that track green power usage among the nation's colleges and universities.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:05 am
Tuesday night, the City of North Tonawanda Common Council held a workshop to discuss future proposals and agenda items.
The Memorial Pool in the Payne Avenue Park was a major topic of discussion.
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Wed, Apr 24th 2019 03:40 pm
The "American Idol" finalists continue their journey in the competition, paying tribute to one of the world's most iconic bands, Queen. In this episode, each contestant will take on a song from the legendary Queen catalogue, before partnering up for classic movie duet performances. Helping to prepare the Top 8 to rock the stage is "American Idol" alumnus and Grammy-nominated artist Adam Lambert, who acts as celebrity guest mentor.
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Wed, Apr 24th 2019 03:40 pm
"Wedding Cake Championship," the top-tier cake competition hosted by Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir, returns Monday, June 3 (10 p.m. ET/PT), with new engaged couples looking for their dream wedding cake - and a new batch of elite bakers who hope their talents will deliver.
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Wed, Apr 24th 2019 01:50 pm
I am very fortunate my family can send me to The Summit Center's Building Connections summer program. It is a social skills program. I have attended this wonderful program for six years. It has taught me things such as facial expressions, clarifying directions, even job interviews.
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Wed, Apr 24th 2019 11:05 am
"Boom Days Buffalo," an annual celebration of spring marking the removal of the ice boom, is happening this Saturday, from 1 p.m. to 1 a.m., in multiple venues throughout the Old First Ward neighborhood in Buffalo. The full list of events, times and locations can be found at www.facebook.com/BoomDaysBuffalo. All activities are free and open to all.
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Wed, Apr 24th 2019 11:00 am
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' board of governors has approved Oscars rules for the 92nd Academy Awards. Notable changes and updates are as follows:
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Wed, Apr 24th 2019 10:50 am
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, along with the City of Niagara Falls, broke ground Wednesday on a comfort station that will service parkgoers at DeVeaux Woods State Park.
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Wed, Apr 24th 2019 10:50 am
On Tuesday's episode of "Jeopardy!" James Holzhauer, a 34-year-old professional sports gambler from Las Vegas, became only the second person in the show's history to earn more than $1 million in regular-season (non-tournament) play. His 14th win brought total winnings to $1,061,554.
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Wed, Apr 24th 2019 10:50 am
On Tuesday, at home plate in Sahlen Field, Erie County Clerk Michael Kearns, Duffs Famous Wings of Orchard Park and the Buffalo Bisons announced hometown heroes will be honored for their service to this country via a free event. "Thank A Vet Day at the Ballpark" is slated for 1:05 p.m. Saturday, May 18.
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