Fri, Oct 9th 2020 01:55 pm
On Oct. 24, 2000, Linkin Park released "Hybrid Theory" and changed the course of rock music forever.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 01:55 pm
Worship leader Mack Brock will release his new live album, "Space" (Capitol CMG), on Nov. 20. In anticipation of the forthcoming project, he is debuting a new single, "Bless The One" with Matt Maher, available today. Listeners can preorder or presave the new album here. Along with the song, a live video from the album premieres today.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 01:35 pm
The Erie County Department of Senior Services has announced a virtual public hearing to be held in order to seek community input regarding unmet needs of the county's older adult population, seek feedback on existing programs and services offered by the department, and ideas on how to better serve the county's older population. All Erie County seniors, caregivers and family, program managers, and anyone with an interest in senior services are encouraged to join.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 01:35 pm
New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt and members of the Senate Republican Conference sent a letter to Gov. Andrew Cuomo asking for clarity and a reverse course on any potential changes to the successful "Farm to School" incentive program.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 01:35 pm
The Niagara County Department of Employment and Training will hold an outdoor career fair next Thursday, Oct. 15, at Oppenheim Park for those seeking employment. More than 20 companies with open positions have signed up to take part.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 01:35 pm
Niagara University will present the second in its "Transformative Visions" presidential speaker series at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13. Denis McDonough, former White House chief of staff under President Barack Obama and former White House deputy national security adviser, will present a fireside chat addressing politics, climate change and foreign policy.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 01:35 pm
With fall foliage starting to peak and temperatures cooling, The MolinaCares Accord and the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy are proud to announce "Peace in the Parks," a new partnership that provides a safe, socially distant space for rest, respite and connecting with nature.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 01:30 pm
In celebration of International Day of the Girl on Sunday, Oct. 11, Girl Scouts of Western New York is proud to stand with the 1 billion-plus girls around the world who are fighting for their voice and an equal future. In these uncertain times, Girl Scouts is here to provide consistency and stability for girls. Girl Scouts isn't cancelled and continues to adapt to meet the needs of girls today.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 01:05 pm
This week, the Canadian government expanded exemptions to current U.S.-Canada border restrictions allowing for additional family reunification measures. Now, Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, is calling on the U.S. government to do the same.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 01:05 pm
Niagara Falls Heritage Arts, the public art initiative of the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area, has announced its fall 2020 mural season with three artists lined up for "NF Murals." The project was initiated in 2019 for a successful season with eight artists. It's designed to connect the public with contemporary art, showcasing the area's rich heritage and culture.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 01:05 pm
The Greater Niagara Fishing and Outdoor Expo, one of the largest pure-fishing shows in the Great Lakes, is postponing its popular event at the Conference and Event Center Niagara Falls due to COVID-19. Conference Center officials are following New York state guidelines, as well as Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations, regarding what protocols need to be followed in an effort to keep attendees, vendors and Conference Center staff safe.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 01:05 pm
Safety is a top concern among several organizations this month. AAA Western and Central New York supports several efforts to keep consumers, homeowners and motorists safe. Here's a sampling of some current campaigns that are crossing over today and throughout the month:
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 07:00 am
For the second year in a row, local construction company WNY Property Kings will be hosting a house haunt at 870 Lee Ave., North Tonawanda, to benefit Niagara County SPCA.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 07:00 am
J-Cruz Barbershop is open from noon to 6 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday; from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday; and noon to 4 p.m. Saturday.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 07:00 am
On Tuesday, the Wheatfield Town Board formally received its 2021 tentative budget, which includes a small tax increase attributed to rising garbage collection costs. Budget Director Ed Mongold was on hand for a brief presentation where he explained some of the developments.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 07:00 am
Lewiston-Porter celebrates the return of sports to our campus. For the fall season, varsity/JV soccer (boys/girls), varsity golf (boys/girls), varsity tennis (girls), and varsity cross-country (boys/girls) are all on. Athletics move forward in a limited fashion, in alignment with the Niagara Frontier League and following strict state guidelines.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 07:00 am
This past March, John Baran was attending his great-nephew's home volleyball game at North Tonawanda High School when he saw something that just didn't sit right with him.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 07:00 am
The U.S. Amy Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District, reports the public comment period is now underway on the plans to what is referred to as the alternative 3 "balance of plant" remediation at the Niagara Falls Storage Site in Lewiston.
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 07:00 am
On Tuesday, the Niagara Falls Music Hall of Fame announced its 2020 inductees at a small, private event at the Evening Star Concert Hall. This year's inductees are Marsha McWilson, Seven Day Faith, Thom Rotella, Michael Hatalak, D'Amico Music, Thomas Nelson and Charles Chiarenza. Additionally, a Niagara Falls Music Support Award in honor of the late Dr. Samuel "Saxman" Morreale was presented to Thomas Proctor IV (aka Thomas Loop).
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Fri, Oct 9th 2020 07:00 am
HELIXintel is making equipment maintenance management easier than ever for small- and medium-sized businesses - for free.
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 09:05 pm
Orphan No More Co., a music collective based in Bath, England, announces the release of their live album, "Even Now," on Oct. 23. Leading up to the project's debut, three singles have dropped since July, "I Belong," "Roll My Stone," and title track "Even Now."
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 09:05 pm
There is no more direct way to say it: The Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) is urging every county resident age 6 months and older to get a flu vaccine this fall.
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 09:00 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, and Buffalo City Court judge the Hon. Amy Martoche were joined by Evergreen Health, Via Evaluation and the Erie County Department of Health to announce a federal grant totaling $527,112 to provide new, innovative court-based trauma intervention to human trafficking survivors who are justice-involved.
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 09:00 pm
On New York State Organ Donor Enrollment Day, Gov. Andrew Cuomo urged residents to register as organ donors through the New York State Donate Life Registry. His office said the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all areas of the health care system, including organ donation. The registry is "a safe and easy way to register to become an organ donor and give someone a second chance at life."
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 08:00 pm
Pepsi is leveraging its "Unmute Your Voice" platform in partnership with Rock the Vote to curate an epic concert experience through Triller, an emergent app customizing its platform to serve as the two night event's venue.
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 10:20 am
Niagara University's Levesque Institute for Civic Engagement is presenting two webinar series to provide information to students and the community as they prepare to vote in the upcoming 2020 presidential election.
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 10:15 am
As residents of Western New York hunker down to weather the pandemic this winter at home, nearly every facet of life will remain impacted as we safeguard against the coronavirus. Working from home, learning remotely and the potential that holiday gatherings will look a lot different this year seems to be the new normal.
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 10:15 am
New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt was joined by Orleans County Legislature Chairwoman Lynne Johnson and Niagara County Legislator Dave Godfrey at a press conference Thursday morning, calling on Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature to repeal a fee on broadband installers they said could threaten the expansion of broadband into under-served rural communities.
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 10:15 am
Small businesses can help keep their business information safe and protect their online information with free online assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 09:45 am
Country Music Hall of Fame member, six-time Grammy Award winner and CMA Entertainer of the Year Ronnie Milsap is getting into the holiday spirit. Known for his genre-blending soul-country, the man who's won four CMA Album of the Year and three Male Vocalist of the Year Awards offers a yearning take on the soul classic "Merry, Merry Christmas Baby."
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 09:45 am
The Buffalo Museum of Science announced "Golden Mummies of Egypt," presented by M&T Bank, will extend its stay in Buffalo to Jan. 3, 2021. Originally slated to end this month, the exhibit will continue its global premiere in Western New York. Guests can visit "Golden Mummies of Egypt" from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 09:45 am
2020 has been a challenging year for many travelers, and now the rich colors of autumn are inspiring more tourists to book fall getaways. With Columbus Day weekend upon us, and many 2020 vacations disrupted due to the pandemic, many people are looking to escape for the long holiday weekend.
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 09:45 am
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, on Wednesday announced passage of H.R. 6813, the Promoting Alzheimer's Awareness to Prevent Elder Abuse Act. This measure ensures the Department of Justice's elder abuse training materials take into account individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
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Thu, Oct 8th 2020 09:20 am
On Wednesday, the Niagara County Sheriff's Office Communications Center received a phone call from an alarm company stating a fire alarm was activated at the Niagara Frontier Country Club. Deputies and fire fighters responded to the scene and reported smoke coming from the main building at the country club. Once inside, it was the discovered there was a fire coming from kitchen area of the country club.
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Wed, Oct 7th 2020 04:30 pm
Music industry legends and all-star judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, along with Emmy-winning producer and host Ryan Seacrest, were on hand when ABC's "American Idol" kicked off judge city auditions for the upcoming season in search for the next singing sensation on Tuesday, Oct. 6.
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Wed, Oct 7th 2020 02:45 pm
Five-time Grammy Award-winning Darkroom/Interscope Records artist Billie Eilish announces details for her first-ever global livestream concert. "Where Do We Go? The Livestream," will be hosted on Billie's website and powered by the Maestro interactive streaming platform.
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Wed, Oct 7th 2020 02:30 pm
The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) reminds older New Yorkers that this year's Medicare open enrollment period runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.
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Wed, Oct 7th 2020 02:30 pm
"Live with Kelly and Ryan" hosts Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest announced Bronx nurse Jose Perpignan Jr. is the winner of "Live's Healthcare Hero $100K Giveaway." "Live with Kelly and Ryan" teamed up with the online digital personal finance company SoFi to award $100,000 to a member of the medical community working tirelessly throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, to pay off his or her student loans.
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Wed, Oct 7th 2020 02:20 pm
County executives from across this state elected Dutchess County Executive Marcus Molinaro to serve as president for the New York State County Executives Association. NYSCEA, an affiliate of the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC), represents the 19 counties that have county executives as their chief elected official. These counties, including the City of New York, represent 16.7 million New Yorkers.
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Wed, Oct 7th 2020 02:20 pm
New York's municipalities collected nearly $17 billion in sales tax revenue in 2019, representing 9.7% of all local government revenue, according to a comprehensive report on local sales tax released by Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli. Every county and city in the state, along with many towns and villages, depend on these funds to pay for essential services and operations, revealing the statewide impact of the revenue losses from the pandemic.
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