Wed, Oct 16th 2013 07:00 am
New York state spending declined for the second straight year in fiscal year 2012-13 while debt reached an all-time high of $63.5 billion, according to the annual report on the financial condition of New York state released by Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.
"State policy decisions in the past three years have helped New York better align state spending with revenue, but difficulties remain," DiNapoli said.
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Wed, Oct 16th 2013 02:40 am
The Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, will present the Hungarian State Folk Ensemble on Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre.
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Wed, Oct 16th 2013 02:40 am
At 7 p.m. tonight, clarinetist Ricardo Morales will share his knowledge with Western New York students at a masterclass held in the Mary Seaton Room of Kleinhans Music Hall, 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo.
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Wed, Oct 16th 2013 02:30 am
Golden Globe winner Tina Fey and Golden Globe nominee Amy Poehler have signed on to host NBC's exclusive coverage of The 71st Annual Golden Globe Awards.
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Wed, Oct 16th 2013 02:25 am
In downtown Buffalo Tuesday, the University at Buffalo broke ground on a milestone project in the university's history and in the city's efforts to reinvent itself as a destination for world-class health care.
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Tue, Oct 15th 2013 11:55 pm
Dominique Wilkins provided guests at the Niagara Falls Culinary Center with diabetes education and prevention tips.
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Tue, Oct 15th 2013 11:15 pm
The Boy Scouts and the Girl Scouts will co-host a "Scout Night Expo" for youth of nearly every age on Wednesday, from 6-8 p.m., in the Lewiston-Porter Middle School cafeteria on Creek Road.
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Tue, Oct 15th 2013 11:15 pm
The New York League of Conservation Voters, which works to make environmental sustainability a top political and policy priority in New York, has named State Sen. Mark Grisanti, R-60th District, a 2013 "Eco-Star" for his work on environmental initiatives in Albany.
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Tue, Oct 15th 2013 11:10 pm
The Niagara USA Chamber, along with the Lockport Business Association, will host a debate among candidates for Niagara County Legislature from the eastern end of Niagara County.
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Tue, Oct 15th 2013 11:10 pm
George Osborne, president of Artpark & Company, announced today the appointment of Carrie Veltri to the newly created position of director of development.
In making the announcement, Osborne said, "Artpark is very fortunate to have attracted a person of Carrie's experience and expertise to this position. Our search committee, headed by Artpark board member Jane Mogavero, conducted a national search for this very important position, and we found the best candidate right here in greater Buffalo. I am delighted that Carrie will be joining our staff."
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Tue, Oct 15th 2013 11:10 pm
Christopher H. Brown, CPA, of Brown & Company Certified Public Accountants, and Anthony L. Eugeni, senior partner at Damon Morey Attorneys at Law, have been appointed to the board of trustees of Mount St. Mary's Hospital and Health Center. Carmen A. Granto, chairman of the board, announced the appointments for three-year terms.
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Tue, Oct 15th 2013 11:00 pm
Assemblyman John Ceretto, R-C-I-Lewiston, said he is disappointed in the decision made by New York State Education Commissioner John King to cancel a series of forums for public comment on common core standards. Ceretto wants public officials, school districts, teachers and parents to work together through this process.
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Tue, Oct 15th 2013 11:00 pm
Niagara University's College of Education is inviting the community to participate in its annual "Trick r' Treat Monster Reader" program on Saturday, Oct. 26.
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Tue, Oct 15th 2013 11:00 pm
On Wednesday, Health System Services of Wheatfield will help local veterans take part in the "WNY Heroes Flight."
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Mon, Oct 14th 2013 12:40 pm
The star-studded lineup for "Country Music's Biggest Night" continues to grow with today's announcement of performers for The 47th Annual CMA Awards.
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Mon, Oct 14th 2013 12:40 pm
St. Peter Lutheran Church will host its second annual "Music for Missions" benefit concert on Saturday, Nov. 2, at 7 p.m., in its Christian Day School gymnasium (6168 Walmore Road, Sanborn). All are welcome to attend.
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Mon, Oct 14th 2013 12:40 pm
Wireless networks span the globe. But like a frightened toddler, they don't go underwater.
That may soon change, because University at Buffalo researchers are developing a deep-sea Internet.
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Mon, Oct 14th 2013 12:40 pm
Amberleigh is celebrating 25 years of excellence in caring for seniors at its silver anniversary party. The Oct. 25 event runs from 2-4 p.m. at 2330 Maple Road, Williamsville, and the public is invited. Champagne and refreshments will be served.
Dr. Barry Weinstein (Amherst supervisor) and Assemblyman Ray Walters will be presenting proclamations. All attendees will be entered in anniversary drawings to win a full day at Excuria Salon with lunch, or a four-hour limousine service for eight from Aces Limousine Service. Tours will also be given.
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Mon, Oct 14th 2013 12:30 pm
Lewiston Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1 is wrapping up its annual fund drive. This year, the company awarded a large-screen TV in a random drawing of all entries. Patricia Rose of Lewiston was the winner and is shown as Chief John Penzotti presents her with the TV.
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Mon, Oct 14th 2013 12:30 pm
Three Depression-era antique toy train sets - Lionel, Marx and Atlas - will be among the hundreds of items auctioned off at Community Missions' antique and fine arts auction on Sunday, Nov. 10, at the First Presbyterian Church of Youngstown.
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Mon, Oct 14th 2013 12:30 pm
The next great villain from a galaxy far, far away is here. Fans attending Lucasfilm's "Star Wars Rebels" panel Saturday at New York Comic Con got the world's first look at the Inquisitor, a black-clad, intimidating figure who will play a prominent role in the upcoming animated series.
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Mon, Oct 14th 2013 12:30 pm
Superstar sibling trio The Band Perry was nominated for an American Music Award in the Favorite Band, Duo Or Group, Country category.
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Mon, Oct 14th 2013 12:30 pm
The University at Buffalo will hold the eighth UB Scholarship Gala from 6-11 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, in the Edward Wright Practice Facility on the North Campus.
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Mon, Oct 14th 2013 12:30 pm
Reid Capizzi, pictured, infant son of Mike and Laura Suess-Capizzi of Lewiston, has been selected as the baby who will be part of the dramatic re-enactment that will take place during the unveiling of the Tuscarora Heroes Monument on Dec. 19. The re-enactment will depict the burning of Lewiston by the British in 1813, when Lewiston citizens ran for their lives down Center Street to escape.
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Mon, Oct 14th 2013 12:30 pm
The CW will broadcast the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2013 concert for the first time as a two-hour special on Wednesday, Dec. 18, at 8 p.m.
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Mon, Oct 14th 2013 10:45 am
"50 Shades of Grey" may be all the rage in Hollywood, but it only took one performance from Grey the singer to convince three coaches she can win season five of "The Voice." On the fifth and final night of the blind auditions, Grey's rendition of Kelly Clarkson's hit "Catch My Breath" drew "I Want You" chair turns from Adam Levine, CeeLo Green and Blake Shelton (who, in fact, turned a full 360 degrees).
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Sat, Oct 12th 2013 07:00 am
Nationally syndicated morning talk show "LIVE with Kelly and Michael" announces the lineup of guests who will join hosts Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan during the week of Oct. 14-18.
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Sat, Oct 12th 2013 07:00 am
The competition continues as nine remaining celebrities commemorate "The Most Memorable Year Of Their Life" on "Dancing with the Stars," Monday, Oct. 14 (8-10:01 p.m.).
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Sat, Oct 12th 2013 07:00 am
Niagara Catholic Jr./Sr. High School recently offered visitors of its open house events an opportunity to win a full year of free tuition. Niagara Catholic has announced Kaitlyn Simmons is the recipient of a full year of free tuition at Niagara Catholic Jr./Sr. High School.
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Sat, Oct 12th 2013 07:00 am
It's a week of celebrations at "The Chew." First, it's all things Italian on Columbus Day, international cuisine on World Food Day, pasta on National Pasta Day, and delicious, informative and hilarious every day.
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Sat, Oct 12th 2013 07:00 am
AAA Members Insurance Agency is seeking applications from local high school seniors for AAA's sixth-annual insurance scholarship for Western and Central New York. The deadline for consideration is Dec. 31, and applications are available for download by visiting www.AAA.com/Insurance.
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Sat, Oct 12th 2013 07:00 am
My sweet corn was beautiful and delicious, and there was lots of it this season. Here in Niagara County we seem to always have the best veggies and fruits including our sweet corn, which is a fruit.
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Sat, Oct 12th 2013 07:00 am
Students, faculty and administrators of Stella Niagara Education Park recently celebrated Peace Week.
Peace Week at Stella Niagara coincides with the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of the Sisters of St. Francis.
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Sat, Oct 12th 2013 07:00 am
The Pekin Volunteer Fire Co. will host a craft show and flea market on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the firehall, 3024 Upper Mountain Road in Sanborn.
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Sat, Oct 12th 2013 07:00 am
The Women's Association of First Presbyterian Church of Youngstown will host its annual Harvest Bazaar on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the church, 100 Church St., in the village.
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Sat, Oct 12th 2013 07:00 am
The Alzheimer's Association, Western New York Chapter, will hold an open house on Thursday, Oct. 17, from 4 to 6 p.m. at its offices, 2805 Wehrle Drive, Suite 6, in Williamsville.
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Sat, Oct 12th 2013 07:00 am
A Wearable Art Fashion Show to benefit the Aquarium of Niagara will take place Thursday, Oct. 17, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Wine on Third.
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Fri, Oct 11th 2013 09:25 pm
Suneel's Light Foundation has announced that "A Night to Shine" charity gala, the foundation's annual fundraiser, will "shine brightly upon" downtown Buffalo for the first time, Thursday, Oct. 17.
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Fri, Oct 11th 2013 09:25 pm
NBC's "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" will highlight Pearl Jam's catalogue for the entire week of Oct. 21-25. The weeklong celebration is timed to the Oct. 15 release of the band's new album, "Lightning Bolt." Each night, the show's musical guest will perform a specially selected song from the band's expansive discography.
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Fri, Oct 11th 2013 09:25 pm
Air monitoring conducted on the west side of Buffalo, near the U.S. Peace Bridge Plaza, indicates that air quality in this area is consistent with levels in the city overall and meets federal standards, according to a study released by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. The study is the first phase of the Air Quality Study of the Impact of the Peace Bridge Plaza on the Surrounding Neighborhood, which will assess changes in air quality associated with the redesign of the Peace Bridge Plaza and access to I-190.
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