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Briody Health Care Facility stars in 'Pink Glove Dance' video to support breast cancer awareness
Wed, Oct 10th 2012 07:00 am
Video entered in national competition to determine best 'Pink Glove Dance' video.
Riviera Theatre presents 'Eileen Ivers' An Nollaig: An Irish Christmas'
Wed, Oct 10th 2012 07:00 am
The Historic Riviera Theatre presents "Eileen Ivers' An Nollaig: An Irish Christmas" on Friday, Dec. 14, at 8 p.m. (one performance only).
Meetings set on regional harbor dredging management plan
Wed, Oct 10th 2012 07:00 am
The Lake Ontario counties of Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Cayuga and Oswego, the town of Greece and the City of Oswego are jointly undertaking an update and expansion of the regional harbor dredging management plan, which was completed in 2000. Two public meetings will be held to review preliminary findings and receive public feedback.
'The Big Bang Theory's' Kaley Cuoco to return as host of The People's Choice Awards
Wed, Oct 10th 2012 07:00 am
Kaley Cuoco, star of CBS's "The Big Bang Theory," will return to host the People's Choice Awards 2013, live from the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013 (9 to 11 p.m.), on the CBS Television Network.
NU Theatre presents Neil Simon's comedy 'Rumors'
Wed, Oct 10th 2012 07:00 am
From Nov. 8 to 18, Neil Simon's farce "Rumors" will be presented at Niagara University. The production will be directed by adjunct speech professor Amanda Lytle Sharpe.
Fred Jackson says offense should take some responsibility
Tue, Oct 9th 2012 11:45 pm
Buffalo Bills running back Fred Jackson told co-host Bob Koshinski that the offense should share in the responsibility for the 45-3 loss against the San Francisco 49ers Sunday. Jackson also noted how his role as team captain is pivotal as the team stays on the West Coast to prepare for the Sunday matchup against the Arizona Cardinals.
Lane closure for North Grand Island Bridge Toll Plaza slated for Wednesday, Oct. 10
Tue, Oct 9th 2012 11:45 pm
Construction work will require a toll lane closure at the North Grand Island Bridge, the New York State Thruway Authority announced Tuesday.
Paula Abdul joins 'Dancing with the Stars: All-Stars' as a special guest judge for one night
Tue, Oct 9th 2012 11:15 pm
As announced Monday, world famous choreographer and recording artist Paula Abdul will pull up a seat at the judges' table as a special guest judge during next week's "Dancing with the Stars: All-Stars."
'Baby Reunion' at Mount St. Mary's Hospital
Tue, Oct 9th 2012 11:10 pm
Parents, get your babies, pictures and cameras ready, because Mount St. Mary's Hospital is having its annual "Baby Reunion," this year featuring all of the children who were born at the hospital during 2011, and their families.
71 countries vie for 2012 Foreign Language Film Oscar
Tue, Oct 9th 2012 11:00 pm
A record 71 countries, including first-time entrant Kenya, have submitted films for consideration in the Foreign Language Film category for the 85th Academy Awards.
'Judges' Homes' round of 'The X Factor' continues
Tue, Oct 9th 2012 11:00 pm
Justin Bieber and his manager, Scooter Braun, Marc Anthony, Nick Jonas and will.i.am to guest-mentor; top 24 acts divided into four new mentoring categories
Delta Air Lines' top sales agents from across the globe descend on Niagara Falls
Tue, Oct 9th 2012 07:25 pm
VIDEO: Delta Air Lines is holding its Africa/Middle East sales conference this week in Niagara Falls, USA, at the Sheraton at the Falls. The Niagara Tourism & Convention Corp. has welcomed 75 of Delta's top general sales agents from Africa and the Middle East, plus Delta executives.
Discover 200 years of Ransomville history
Tue, Oct 9th 2012 07:00 am
The Town of Porter Historical Society invites readers to attend its next monthly program. "200 Years of Porter History," which was created to celebrate the bicentennial of the Town of Porter, will be presented at 7 p.m., Monday, Oct. 15, in the Ransomville Historical Preservation Room (Ransomville Road behind the Ransomville Library).
Former first lady Laura Bush to speak at UB Wednesday
Tue, Oct 9th 2012 07:00 am
Former first lady Laura Bush, known as a champion of children's education, human rights and health care initiatives here and abroad, will speak in the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 10, as part of UB's Distinguished Speakers Series.
Lewiston: 'Frame Works' fundraiser to benefit Lewiston Opera Hall
Tue, Oct 9th 2012 07:00 am
If you have some interesting old window frames sitting around the garage, recycle/reuse them for an exciting art project that will benefit the restoration of one of the most historic buildings in the village, the Lewiston Opera Hall at 736 Center St.
Benefit for Brian Pilarski
Tue, Oct 9th 2012 07:00 am
Our dear friend, Brian Pilarski, was recently diagnosed with an intestinal fistula. The past few months have been particularly difficult as Brian has been in and out of the hospital numerous times. He has had multiple complications, infections, surgeries, etc.
Fred Jackson reports from West Coast with Bob Koshinski on 'The Fred Jackson Show'
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 04:55 pm
Fred Jackson will report from the West Coast on the Bills 45-3 loss against the San Francisco 49ers Monday on "The Fred Jackson Show." Co-host Bob Koshinski will talk with Jackson about what happened, and how the team can re-group in Arizona to prepare for the Sunday matchup against the Cardinals.
SEIU endorses Restaino
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 04:25 pm
New York State Assembly candidate Robert M. Restaino has announced that he was endorsed by the executive board of Service Employees International Union Local 200 United in the race for the 145th Assembly District.
'The Voice': Let the 'Battle' begin
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 04:00 pm
The "Battle Rounds" begin Monday on "The Voice." The 64 singers who were selected by coaches Adam Levine, CeeLo Green, Christina Aguilera and Blake Shelton will be paired off in groups of two, each competing for a spot on the "Knockout Round" and live shows.
Ceretto endorsed by Good Government Club of WNY
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 03:40 pm
Assemblyman John D. Ceretto, R-I- Lewiston, announced Monday that he was endorsed by the Good Government Club of Western New York. Ceretto is running for re-election in the newly created 145th Assembly District.
Strong turnout expected at 'Candidates Hour'
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 03:00 pm
Candidates for congress, state senate and assembly, and county legislator have all accepted invitations to be a part of the 2012 "Candidates Hour" at Southeast Works in Depew.
NBC green-lights 'Get Out Alive' (working title) - a new adventure reality-competition series starring Bear Grylls
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 03:00 pm
NBC has given the green light to "Get Out Alive" (working title), a new, larger-than-life and extreme adventure reality-competition series headlined by world-renowned adventurer Bear Grylls, to be co-produced by Bear Grylls Ventures and Ben Silverman's multimedia studio, Electus.
Yolanda Adams and CeCe Winans to perform on 'We Will Always Love You: A Grammy Salute to Whitney Houston'
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 03:00 pm
Four-time Grammy Award winner Yolanda Adams and 10-time Grammy winner CeCe Winans are the latest performers announced for "We Will Always Love You: A Grammy Salute to Whitney Houston."
Carrie Underwood, Kenny Chesney, Eric Church and The Band Perry to perform on the CMA Awards on ABC
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 03:00 pm
The star-packed lineup for The 46th Annual CMA Awards shines even brighter with Monday's announcement that CMA Awards co-host and three-time CMA Female Vocalist of the Year Carrie Underwood, four-time Entertainer of the Year Kenny Chesney, top nominee Eric Church and reigning CMA New Artist of the Year The Band Perry will perform on "Country Music's Biggest Night."
Amy Brenneman, Sam Palladino, Clare Bowen, Stanley Tucci, chefs Richard Blais and Bobby Deen among featured guests on 'The Chew'
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 02:55 pm
Amy Brenneman ("Private Practice"), Sam Palladino and Clare Bowen ("Nashville"), Stanley Tucci ("The Tucci Cookbook"), chefs Richard Blais ("Life After Top Chef") and Bobby Deen ("Not My Mama's Meals") are among the featured guests of "The Chew" during the week of Oct. 9 to 12.
BPO announces balanced budget, record subscription sales
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 02:55 pm
At its annual meeting on Sept. 20, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society announced achievement of a balanced budget for the 2011-12 fiscal year, which ended Aug. 31, 2012, and substantial growth in both audience and contributions.
Grisanti-sponsored e-Waste collection event a success for Western New York
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 02:55 pm
State Sen. Mark Grisanti has announced that more than 80,000 pounds of electronic waste was collected and recycled at a free event on Saturday at St. Amelia School. Grisanti hosted the drop-off in cooperation with SunnKing Electronic Recycling Inc.
Lennon Sisters meet their match
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 02:55 pm
The legendary Lennon Sisters, of Lawrence Welk fame, recently performed to a sold-out audience at The Historic Riviera Theater in North Tonawanda. Following the show, the siblings met sisters Eva (Jonsson) Nicklas and Kathleen (Jonsson) Godwin.
Speakers announced for ABWA WNY's women's leadership conference
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 07:00 am
Some of Western New York's biggest names in the field of leadership will pass on their skills and expertise to women from across the region during Buffalo's first women's leadership conference to be sponsored by the American Business Women's Association of Western New York.
Roswell Park, Buffalo Bills team up on 'Know Your Stats' awareness campaign for second year
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 07:00 am
America's first cancer center, Bills partner to host prostate cancer screening clinic Oct. 23 at Ralph Wilson Stadium.
Lewiston No. 2 Volunteer Fire Co. fire prevention open house
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 07:00 am
Lewiston No. 2 Volunteer Fire Co., 1705 Saunders Settlement Road, will hold a fire prevention open house on Saturday, Oct. 13, from noon to 5 p.m. to kick-off Fire Prevention Week.
Lewiston Police Explorers Post assembles
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 07:00 am
The Lewiston Police Department announces the first meeting of the Lewiston Police Explorers Post will be Thursday Oct. 11, at 6 p.m. at the LPD offices on Creek Road.
Town of Newfane Holiday Light Up
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 07:00 am
The annual Town of Newfane Holiday Light Up, presented by the Newfane Business and Professional Association takes place Friday, Dec. 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. Activities include a parade, featuring Santa on a horse-drawn wagon, free cookies and hot chocolate, shops open until 8 p.m. and more.
'Candy Cane Lane Craft Show' in Newfane
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 07:00 am
The annual "Candy Cane Lane Craft Show" at the Newfane United Methodist Church on Main Street will be held Friday, Dec. 7, from 4 to 8 p.m. Applications can be obtained by calling Pat at 716-778-7705 and must be returned no later than Oct. 22. Spaces are limited, so register early.
Free breast cancer screening offered
Mon, Oct 8th 2012 07:00 am
In recognition of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Cancer Services Program of Niagara County, in collaboration with hospitals throughout the county, will offer free breast cancer screening for uninsured women age 40 to 64 years.
Evens, Odds battle to 3-3 draw in 23rd L-P Alumni soccer game
Sat, Oct 6th 2012 07:00 am
In one of the most competitive Lew Port alumni soccer games in recent memory, the Evens and Odds fought to a 3-3 draw before 50 appreciative fans on Saturday, Sept. 15 at Blakeslee Stadium in Youngstown.
Girl Scout cookie sales begin Oct. 6
Sat, Oct 6th 2012 07:00 am
Local Girl Scouts will put their sales and marketing skills into action as they strive to reach an unprecedented goal of selling 1.7 million boxes of cookies, as part of the Girl Scout Cookie Program.
Steel shell erected at Lewiston No. 1
Sat, Oct 6th 2012 07:00 am
Visible work continued this week outside of Lewiston No. 1 Volunteer Fire Co.,'s North Sixth Street firehall.
Lewiston Public Library expands genealogy resources
Sat, Oct 6th 2012 07:00 am
If you have ever thought of researching your family tree, now is the perfect time. The Lewiston Public Library, specifically the Jon F. Popkey Genealogy Room, located at 305 S. Eighth St., Lewiston, is now the newest FamilySearch affiliate library.
Unprecedented 'Battle of Queenston Heights' includes cannon bombardment of Canada
Sat, Oct 6th 2012 07:00 am
The 100th anniversary of the War of 1812 was celebrated with a plaque installation in front of Barton Hill.

The 200th anniversary will be slightly more grandiose.

 

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