Mon, Jul 27th 2020 08:35 am
Artpark was alive with artistic activity Sunday, as patrons took part in a live concert by Svetlana & The New York Collective, a drum circle with Stephen Bell, and "The Art of Walking" tour.
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Sat, Jul 25th 2020 12:05 pm
A bipartisan group of county executives has called on congressional leaders and the president to compromise on a new federal stimulus package that provides funding for states and local governments, which have been and continue to be on the front lines of fighting the pandemic and reopening their local economies.
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Sat, Jul 25th 2020 12:05 pm
GiGi's Playhouse, whose mission is to change the way the world views Down syndrome and send a global message of acceptance for all, is opening a location at 10 a.m. Aug. 1 at 326 Kenmore Ave., Buffalo.
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Sat, Jul 25th 2020 12:05 pm
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Sat, Jul 25th 2020 12:05 pm
Per the Niagara County Sheriff's Office: On July 24 at 16:56 hours, the Niagara County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call of a possible boating accident. An occupant of a mid-size anchored vessel, just east of Gratwick Park, jumped off the vessel into the Niagara River for a swim. The male subject was quickly overtaken by the fast-moving current and went under the water for a short time.
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Sat, Jul 25th 2020 12:05 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos renewed DEC's commitment to improving access to lands and waters across the state and commemorated the upcoming 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the first comprehensive law guaranteeing equal rights to people with disabilities.
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Sat, Jul 25th 2020 07:00 am
Marco Sciortino, one of the most respected restauranteurs in Western New York, felt like standing on the roof of the Grand Island Market at 1441 Ransom Road and shouting, "I AM BACK!!!"
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Sat, Jul 25th 2020 07:00 am
Call them the "Determined 13" - artists and artisans in Lewiston who want the art-starved public to see their work, hopefully to buy their work, and give visitors something interesting to do in a safe, mask-wearing way on Aug. 8 (or Aug. 9, if there's rain).
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Sat, Jul 25th 2020 07:00 am
On Friday, Aug. 7, Buffalo author Rachelle Toarmino will host the Western New York region's first-ever poetry drive-in to celebrate the release of her debut book of poems, "That Ex."
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 05:20 pm
WCNY, Central New York's public broadcaster, announced its sixth annual "Taste of Fame" culinary fundraiser will feature Marcus Samuelsson, award-winning chef, restaurateur, author and co-owner of Red Rooster Harlem.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 04:55 pm
On Friday, multi-Platinum and Grammy-nominated rock band Skillet announced the Sept. 11 release of their deluxe edition project, "Victorious: The Aftermath," simultaneously unveiling a pre-sale package that includes the album and their second graphic novel, "Eden II: The Aftermath." Also available is the instant grat track for "Terrify the Dark (Reimagined)" as well as its corresponding lyric video.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 04:50 pm
Niagara County Legislator Irene Myers said the Niagara County Department of Public Works will begin work to replace the Porter Center Road Bridge over 6 Mile Creek in the Town of Porter next week. The bridge, located just south of Braley Road, will be closed starting Friday, July 31.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 04:45 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday announced the multiagency task force to combat violations of coronavirus-related regulations at bars and restaurants conducted nearly 1,100 compliance checks between July 21-23, documenting violations at 84 establishments. The task force is led by State Liquor Authority Chairman Vincent Bradley and State Police Lt. Col. Dominick Chiumento.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 04:20 pm
"I Need A Ghost," the new single from Grammy-nominated, Dove Award-winning Bethel Music singer/songwriter Brandon Lake, is now available. Penned by Lake and Joshua Silverberg, and produced by David Leonard (All Sons & Daughters), "I Need A Ghost" is a first glimpse at Lake's anticipated Bethel Music solo debut, "House Of Miracles," slated for release later this summer.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 03:50 pm
Mount St. Mary's Hospital welcomes Robert J. Taylor, M.D., to its Ear, Nose & Throat Services Clinic located at 6941 Elaine Drive, Niagara Falls. Taylor brings over a decade of clinical knowledge and expertise to the growing Niagara Falls practice.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 03:50 pm
Provident Entertainment's I AM THEY announces the debut of their new song, "Faithful God." The song, also the title track to the group's upcoming fall album release, is available now at all digital and streaming outlets and will go for adds at radio beginning Aug. 21. A new music video is also available and can be viewed below.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 03:45 pm
For over 25 years, the Coaches vs. Cancer program, in collaboration with the National Association of Basketball Coaches, has united coaches and fans nationwide to help the American Cancer Society defeat a common enemy: cancer. Through fundraising and education initiatives, the Coaches vs. Cancer program has supported the American Cancer Society in improving and saving lives from cancer in the U.S. and worldwide.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 03:45 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos encouraged New York's swimming pool owners to participate in DEC's annual Asian longhorned beetle swimming pool survey during the month of August.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 03:45 pm
Members of the Western New York Congressional delegation are calling on federal agencies to finalize and implement the pilot records database to prevent further unnecessary airplane tragedies.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 02:45 pm
AAA Western and Central New York has heard from many young drivers and their parents who are inquiring about the five-hour prelicensing course that is required in New York state to obtain a driver's license. With classroom instruction not allowed in New York at this time, AAA driver training is closely following state mandates and cannot legally offer the course.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 02:35 pm
Most of the things Taylor Swift had planned for the summer of 2020 didn't end up happening but ... there was something magical that did happen, the surprise release of her eighth studio album, "folklore," on Friday.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 02:30 pm
The Toronto Blue Jays today announced it will host the greater part of its home schedule at Sahlen Field in Buffalo, home of the club's Triple-A affiliate Buffalo Bisons.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 02:00 pm
For three decades, Rebecca St. James has lived her life based on the word of God. But for a period of time a decade ago, she also found herself living out a Tom Petty song.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 11:55 am
As theaters remain closed around the country, it was announced Thursday that "Bill & Ted Face the Music" will have a split theatrical/VOD debut on Sept. 1.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 11:50 am
Grammy Award-winning global superstar Justin Bieber announced his rescheduled world tour dates. The tour was to kick off in May, but was postponed this spring for the safety and health concerns of the fans and crew.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 11:50 am
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the award of $800,000 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to BestSelf Behavioral Health to expand current efforts to prevent suicide and assist victims of domestic violence.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 11:50 am
In response to increased litter left behind by visitors to New York's natural areas, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has released a new PSA to remind outdoor adventurers to follow the principles of "Leave No Trace." The PSA features images of trash in the Catskills and the Adirondacks with a reminder that litter is not only unsightly, but can be deadly to New York's wildlife.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 11:45 am
Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie announced the Legislature advanced legislation to limit the immunity that was granted in the state fiscal year 2020-21 budget. The new legislation (S.8835/A.10840) will narrow that scope to certain health care professionals who treat patients during the COVID-19 state of emergency.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 10:10 am
The Town of Niagara Lions Club recently completed the restoration and renovation of African American Civil War veteran Private George Martin's head stone at the Witmer Cemetery.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 10:00 am
Radio station WEBR is making a comeback to its hometown of Buffalo, at 1440 on the AM dial. After a 27-year absence, this historic "Buffalo Born" radio station looks to have a strong reemergence on local airwaves, which will be music to the ears of Western New Yorkers who could not find any trace of the classic standards from the "Great American Song Book" anywhere on the AM or FM dial.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 09:25 am
Full edition: The Tribune and The Sentinel for July 24, 2020
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 07:00 am
Lewiston Mayor Anne Welch has had several meetings recently with Niagara Greenway Commission Executive Director Greg Stevens regarding extending the bike path now entering the village from the Niagara Scenic Parkway on-ramp.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 07:00 am
A fire temporarily closing the Brickyard family of restaurants was an eye-opener for the Village of Lewiston Board of Trustees.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 07:00 am
On Tuesday, local officials from North Tonawanda and Tonawanda, along with representatives from the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, came together to unveil a bronze plaque in recognition of the Gateway Harbor of the Tonawandas winning the 2020 Erie Canalway Heritage Award of Excellence.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 07:00 am
It was a light agenda at the Town of Wheatfield's regular Town Board meeting on Monday. The board passed all agenda items unanimously. The agenda items were as follows:
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 07:00 am
As the "New York Forward" pandemic recovery campaign continues, Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul made her second visit to Niagara Falls in as many weeks to again send home the message Niagara has overcome COVID-19 and is open for business. On Tuesday, she said now is the time to consider a visit to the Cataract City as part of "staycation" plans this year.
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Fri, Jul 24th 2020 07:00 am
A pair of North Tonawanda high school students were honored Monday by local officials for doing the right thing when it mattered the most.
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Thu, Jul 23rd 2020 05:15 pm
Today, the Department of Homeland Security announced it will lift its ban on the Trusted Traveler Program (TTP) for New York residents. After DHS cut off the TTP program in February, Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the State Legislature amended the law that prevents sharing of information to federal law enforcement officers who are working to protect the citizens of New York and the American people.
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Thu, Jul 23rd 2020 04:55 pm
The Niagara-Wheatfield Kiwanis Club recently honored two recipients of its 2020 scholarship program. The $500 scholarship winners include Akashpreet Grewel and Katelyn Hoover.
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Thu, Jul 23rd 2020 04:50 pm
It was an agenda full of procedural matters at the Town of Niagara's board meeting on Tuesday. The board passed all items unanimously with little discussion.
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