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Ceretto: Military grants will boost local economy
Fri, Nov 30th 2012 06:10 pm
Assemblyman John D. Ceretto applauded the announcement Friday from Gov. Andrew Cuomo that the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station will receive $425,000 from two state grants. These grants will help the Niagara County Center for Economic Development promote the importance of the 914th and 107th Airlift Wings and support the development of local jobs in conjunction with these two units' missions.
Paige Thomas and Vino Alan eliminated on 'The X Factor'
Fri, Nov 30th 2012 02:30 pm
Thursday, on the live results show, another double-elimination sent home Paige Thomas, one of Demi Lovato's "Young Adults," and Vino Alan, one of L.A. Reid's "Over 25s," on "The X Factor."
'Museum Mixer': Castellani Art Museum presents CAM's 6th annual Holiday Bash
Fri, Nov 30th 2012 07:00 am
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University will host its sixth annual Holiday Bash on Friday, Dec. 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. Celebrate the holidays with friends in the central gallery of Niagara University's Castellani Art Museum.
Upcoming holiday events in Sanborn
Fri, Nov 30th 2012 07:00 am
The Sanborn Area Historical Society will host its Holiday Open House at the Schoolhouse Museum on Niagara Street from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2.
International journalist to visit Niagara USA
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 05:00 pm
American winemakers are always seeking the attention of French journalists. Niagara Tourism & Convention Corp. was able to create interest in the Niagara Wine Trail from Sipa, a general-interest French press agency, with just one conversation.
Ceretto declares victory in 145th Assembly District
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 03:45 pm
With a lead in ballots greater than the amount of ballots remaining, Assemblyman John D. Ceretto, R-C-I-Lewiston, has declared victory in his re-election campaign in the newly created 145th Assembly District.
Hard Rock Café, Niagara Falls, USA, hosts 4th annual New Year's Eve Guitar Drop
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 03:20 pm
Hard Rock "drops" 10-foot Gibson guitar, painted by local artist Rob Lynch and illuminated by Ken-Ton Electronic, to ring in the new year; special performances by Everclear and Eve 6
Hard Rock Café, Niagara Falls, USA, hosts 4th annual New Year's Eve Guitar Drop
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 03:15 pm
Hard Rock "drops" 10-foot Gibson guitar, painted by local artist Rob Lynch and illuminated by Ken-Ton Electronic, to ring in the new year; special performances by Everclear and Eve 6
WNED-AM sale effective Nov. 30 at midnight
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 03:15 pm
The sale of WNED-AM 970 by Western New York Public Broadcasting Association to Crawford Broadcasting Company will be effective on Friday, Nov. 30, at midnight.
National Grid presents annual Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration in Rotary Rink at Fountain Plaza
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 03:15 pm
On Saturday, Dec. 1, National Grid will present the 2012 Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration. This annual event marks the official opening of the free ice-skating season in downtown Buffalo.
Time Warner Cable announces launch of RLTV
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 03:10 pm
Time Warner Cable has added RLTV, the only cable network and online destination for adults ages 50 and up, to its digital TV tier on Channel 180.
Winter activities announced for local state parks
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 03:05 pm
The Niagara Region of the Office of New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation has announced its winter 2013 programming, which starts with "First Day Hikes" on Jan. 1, 2013.
Mount St. Mary's Hospital debuts Center for Women
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 01:30 pm
PHOTOS: The Center for Women at Mount St. Mary's Hospital was formally unveiled to the public on Wednesday, Nov. 28, with a blessing and open house.
Santa to visit Wheatfield Saturday
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 12:00 pm
Wheatfield's annual tree lighting ceremony and holiday party at the town's Community Center will begin at 5:45 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, with the arrival of Santa aboard a St. Johnsburg Volunteer Fire Co. fire truck.
Missing child recovered unharmed on Thanksgiving
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 12:00 pm
At approximately 9:20 a.m. Nov. 22, Town of Niagara Police officers were dispatched for a report of a missing 8-year-old male from B Street in Cayuga Village. The parents reported that the juvenile male "went missing" from the residence after last being seen on the front porch.
Free puppet show at Carnegie Art Center
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 11:00 am
The Carnegie Art Center will present the puppet show, "Star Mother's Youngest Child," by theatreFigüren, at 3:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 1, at the Carnegie Art Center, 240 Goundry St., North Tonawanda.
House passes Hochul bill to help vets
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 11:00 am
On Nov. 27, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 6328, The Clothe a Homeless Hero Act, which was introduced by Rep. Kathy Hochul.
LaSalle calendar available
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 11:00 am
LaSalle Pride Inc. for the second year is selling a LaSalle Legacy Calendar, featuring historical photographs of the Village of LaSalle.
Tuscarora K-Kids wrap up 11th annual Canned Food Drive
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 10:55 am
The Tuscarora Indian School K-Kids recently concluded its 11th annual Canned Food Drive. Club adviser Paul Beatty reports the event encourages students in pre-K through sixth grade to collect non-perishable food items that are donated to families in need during the holiday season.
St. Francis Guild of Mount St. Mary's Hospital to hold annual Holiday Bazaar on Friday, Dec. 7
Thu, Nov 29th 2012 07:00 am
The St. Francis Guild of Mount St. Mary's Hospital will hold its annual Holiday Bazaar on Friday, Dec. 7, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. It will be held in the hospital's south (main) lobby. Gift items will be offered along with holiday centerpieces, gift baskets, candy, scarves, cosmetics, jewelry and boutique items.
Melissa Rycroft and Tony Dovolani crowned champions of 'Dancing with the Stars: All Stars'
Wed, Nov 28th 2012 01:20 pm
"Dancing With The Stars: All-Stars": Melissa Rycroft and Tony Dovolani were crowned champions of this all-star season, on the season finale Tuesday, Nov. 27, on the ABC Television Network. (photo by Adam Taylor/ABC)
Welcome to Lewiston, End of the Road Boutique
Wed, Nov 28th 2012 12:15 pm
Owner Sherry McDonald and The End of the Road Boutique celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce, business and community leaders, elected officials and friends and family.
Robert Moses Parkway south project final design report ready for review
Wed, Nov 28th 2012 09:30 am
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation has announced the final design report and environmental study for the "Riverway" project will be available for public review beginning on Dec. 13 with a public open house, which will take place from 3 until 8 p.m. at the Art Gallery inside the Conference Center Niagara Falls, 101 Old Falls St.
Lewiston Dance brightens season
Wed, Nov 28th 2012 09:30 am
Students from Lewiston Dance Center are shown above rehearsing for the Village of Lewiston Christmas tree lighting at the Hennepin Park Gazebo. This weekend's holiday ceremony kicks off many activities planned in the village.
Bravo's Emmy-nominated digital video series 'Top Chef: Last Chance Kitchen' returns Wednesday, Nov. 28
Wed, Nov 28th 2012 07:00 am
Bravo's Emmy-nominated "Top Chef: Last Chance Kitchen," the groundbreaking digital video series hosted by Tom Colicchio, returns for its second season on Wednesday, Nov. 28, at 11:01 p.m.
Attorney general to track Hurricane Sandy-related fundraising and spending of 75 charities
Wed, Nov 28th 2012 07:00 am
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman announced Monday that his office has sent letters to 75 nonprofits requesting information on their fundraising and relief activities related to Hurricane Sandy.
Free emergency preparedness workshop offered for Western New York Boy & Girl Scouts
Wed, Nov 28th 2012 07:00 am
Border Community SERVICE of Niagara University is offering a free emergency preparedness workshop for all Western New York Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts.
NYSERDA launches 'Irreconcilable Temperatures' campaign to engage New Yorkers in energy efficiency
Wed, Nov 28th 2012 07:00 am
A more comfortable, energy-efficient home is within reach. This is the key message of "Irreconcilable Temperatures," an online campaign launched by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to educate the public in an amusing way about its "Home Performance with ENERGY STAR" program.
OUN: 2013 'Daily Drawing' calendar features 365 chances to win more than $20,000 in prizes
Wed, Nov 28th 2012 07:00 am
The Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation has 2013 "Daily Drawing" calendars are available for $30 each. There are 365 chances to win more than $20,000 in prizes while supporting people with developmental disabilities in Niagara County.
Exciting young conductor, cellist take stage for final BPO concert before holiday season
Wed, Nov 28th 2012 07:00 am
A highly-sought-after cellist with an acting career. A dynamic conductor who has won the JoAnn Falletta Award for Most Promising Female Conductor. These two guest artists make the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra's last concert before the holiday season sure to be a memorable evening.
Live nativity and children's party celebrate Christmas at Hilbert College
Wed, Nov 28th 2012 07:00 am
A live nativity will bring the Christmas story to life during Hilbert College's 15th annual Christmas celebration. The event runs from 2 until 4 p.m. on Dec. 2, and will include a children's Christmas party - complete with a visit from Santa - following the nativity.
Riviera Theatre presents Jack Hanna's 'Into The Wild Live'
Wed, Nov 28th 2012 07:00 am
The Historic Riviera Theatre presents Jack Hanna's "Into The Wild Live" on Friday, Jan. 18, 2013 (7:30 p.m.), for one performance only.
Schneiderman wins major court victory in defense of state gun safety laws
Tue, Nov 27th 2012 05:05 pm
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman announced Monday that his office won a major court victory in defense of New York state's gun safety laws.
It's time to deck the halls with ABC Family's '25 Days of Christmas'
Tue, Nov 27th 2012 04:00 pm
Includes the basic cable premiere of "Disney's A Christmas Carol" and "Despicable Me," and features network premiere broadcasts of "Fred Claus" and "Disney∙Pixar's Toy Story 3"
Classic holiday special 'Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer' airs Tuesday, Dec. 4, on CBS
Tue, Nov 27th 2012 02:35 pm
The navigational prowess of "the most famous reindeer of all" will again illuminate Santa Claus' way into the Christmas season, on a rebroadcast of "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer," Tuesday, Dec. 4 (8 p.m.), on the CBS Television Network.
BPO: After 65 years, international recognition for composer Marcel Tyberg
Tue, Nov 27th 2012 02:20 pm
For decades, the Mihich family had saved the scores written by their family friend, Marcel Tyberg, in the hopes that their value would be recognized and the music performed. With a recent broadcast of his work on the nationally syndicated radio program "Performance Today," and a festival recognizing Tyberg as the national composer of Croatia, their efforts have succeeded.
Rescheduled: 'Love Me Tender - The Ultimate Elvis Bash'
Tue, Nov 27th 2012 02:15 pm
The Center for the Arts at the University at Buffalo announces that "Love Me Tender - The Ultimate Elvis Bash," originally scheduled for Friday, Feb. 8, 2013, has been rescheduled to Saturday, Feb. 8, 2014, at 8 p.m.
Buffalo Bills: Fred Jackson reacts to Stevie Johnson's controversial comments after loss to Colts
Tue, Nov 27th 2012 02:15 pm
Following the Buffalo Bills 20-13 loss to the Indianapolis Colts Sunday, Bills wide receiver Stevie Johnson made some controversial comments with respect to coach Chan Gailey allowing quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick to make more play calls from the field.
Tony Bennett, Scotty McCreery, Radio City Rockettes added to star-studded lineup on NBC's 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center'
Tue, Nov 27th 2012 02:10 pm
NBC will celebrate the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree with a live broadcast from Rockefeller Center in New York City on Wednesday, Nov. 28 (8 p.m.).
'Family Time Together' contest announced on ABC's 'The View'
Tue, Nov 27th 2012 02:10 pm
Spending time together as a family is precious and limited. This holiday season, ABC's Emmy Award-winning talk show "The View" is offering a chance for four lucky viewers to win a Disney Parks Vacation in the "Family Time Together" contest.
 

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