Thu, Feb 27th 2020 02:55 pm
When the Christian duo released "burn the ships" in late 2018, the album landed at No. 7 on the Billboard Top 200. The single "God Only Knows" went Top 30 on Mediabase and Billboard's "Hot AC." In the past year, for KING & COUNTRY performed at the Country Music Awards, recorded with Dolly Parton, remixed with Timbaland, shot a video with Sydney Sierota from Echosmith, and took home two Grammy Awards.
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Thu, Feb 27th 2020 12:40 pm
Arts Services Initiative of Western New York recently announced winners and finalists of the seventh annual Spark Awards, celebrating those who ignite arts and culture." The accolade honors outstanding individuals and organizations in the local arts and cultural community.
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Thu, Feb 27th 2020 12:40 pm
The "National Geographic Live" speaker series returns to Kleinhans Music Hall at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, with "Nature Roars Back." featuring Bob Poole as speaker.
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Thu, Feb 27th 2020 12:35 pm
The Erie County Office for People with Disabilities will join partner organizations across Erie County and Western New York on Wednesday, March 4, to "Spread the Word for Inclusion" and raise awareness of the need to include people with disabilities in all life activities and in decision-making by policymakers.
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Thu, Feb 27th 2020 12:35 pm
On Wednesday, Tenth Avenue North announced the upcoming trek, the "Finally Living" tour presented by Transparent Productions, will be the band's last official tour together as Tenth Avenue North. The band shared the news in a heartfelt message to fans and everyone involved over the past two decades.
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Thu, Feb 27th 2020 12:00 pm
National Grid is increasing evening and overnight staffing and closely monitoring the winter storm forecasted to bring blizzard conditions to portions of upstate New York on Thursday and Friday. High winds and heavy snow accumulation are expected in Western and Central New York, particularly in communities east of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario and in the Adirondacks. Customers are encouraged to keep safety a priority.
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Thu, Feb 27th 2020 09:30 am
Seventh-generation aerialist Nik Wallenda will attempt his most ambitious highwire walk yet when he ascends to the top of the Masaya volcano in Nicaragua. "Volcano Live! with Nik Wallenda" will air at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, on ABC (WKBW-TV Channel 7). This will be Wallenda's highest and farthest wire walk.
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Thu, Feb 27th 2020 07:25 am
Due to anticipated high winds, the New York State Thruway Authority has issued an empty trailer ban on the New York State Thruway I-90 in both directions between the Lackawanna toll barrier and the Pennsylvania state line, milepost 430.5 to milepost 496.0.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 07:40 pm
Due to forecasted winter weather and poor travel conditions, AAA Western and Central New York is anticipating extremely high call volume in coming days. In such situations, we prioritize service requests in an effort to assist members who are in dangerous roadside conditions first.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 05:35 pm
NBC and dick clark productions announced Kelly Clarkson will return once again to host NBC's three-hour live telecast of the 2020 Billboard Music Awards on Wednesday, April 29 (8 p.m. ET/PT). This will mark Clarkson's third time hosting the popular award show after receiving unanimous acclaim as host in 2018 and 2019.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 05:35 pm
NYSEG and RG&E, AVANGRID companies, are preparing for the potential of significant snowfall and high winds across the state beginning early Thursday morning. As a result of the storm, customers may experience service disruptions. The storm is expected to impact the entire NYSEG and RG&E footprint, which includes the Western New York, Rochester, Southern Tier, North Country, Capital Region, Hudson Valley and Westchester regions.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 02:10 pm
Niagara County Community College will welcome community representatives from business, education, religious groups, nonprofit organizations and legislative leaders to a luncheon at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute on Thursday, March 12.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 02:10 pm
e3communications announced Laura E. Jacobs was promoted to vice president of the company.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 02:00 pm
T.J. Martell Foundation - a music industry nonprofit funding innovative medical research focused on treatments and cures for cancer - honored Amy Grant with the Tony Martell Outstanding Entertainment Achievement Award at its 2020 Honors Gala. The foundation topped its fundraising record at the 2020 gala, surpassing $1 million. The 12th annual event was emceed by Charles Esten at the Omni Nashville Hotel on Monday.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 01:20 pm
Adam Sandler plus surprise guest will bring his "100% Fresher" Tour to KeyBank Center at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 25.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 01:20 pm
Harry Styles has announced a special addition of two new shows to his highly anticipated "Love On Tour." The two new dates, which are dubbed "Harryween," will take place over Halloween weekend on Oct. 30-31 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, with special guest opener Orville Peck. Fans are encouraged to participate in the festivities by dressing in their favorite costumes (fancy dress).
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 01:20 pm
Legendary blues-rock guitarist and vocalist Coco Montoya, touring in support of his latest Alligator Records release, "Coming In Hot," will perform live at The Tralf Music Hall in Buffalo on Thursday, March 19.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 01:20 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced DEC is now accepting applications for the 17th annual Environmental Excellence Awards program. The accolades recognize businesses, institutions, municipalities and organizations for outstanding commitments to environmental sustainability, social responsibility and economic viability. To date, New York has honored 96 entities that are "leading by example and inspiring their industries and communities."
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 01:00 pm
The 17th annual Safe Schools Initiative Seminar - "While You Don't Choose Tragedy, You Can Choose Your Response" - will be held Thursday, March 19, in the Center for the Arts on the University at Buffalo's North Campus. The full-day event is free, but registration is required.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 12:55 pm
Competition series "Mental Samurai" has been renewed for a second season, it was announced by Rob Wade, president, alternative entertainment and specials, FOX Entertainment. Season two of "Mental Samurai" will premiere Wednesday, April 22 (9 p.m. ET/PT), on FOX.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 12:55 pm
Iliza Shlesinger will bring "Iliza: The Forever Tour" to the brand-new Fallsview Casino Entertainment Centre this July.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 12:55 pm
The Mental Health Advocates of WNY (MHA) will host its 58th annual dinner and auction on Wednesday, March 11, at the Atrium @ Rich's. This is the MHA's signature event and biggest fundraiser of the year. The auction will open at 6 p.m. along with drinks and hors d'oeuvres, followed by a sit-down dinner and program to acknowledge those who have made a difference throughout the year in support of mental health issues.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 10:50 am
Chie Doring knew she wanted to be an artist when she was just a young girl growing up in Japan. Now, at age 92, the award-winning artist and longtime Grand Island resident is planning to celebrate a retrospective of her paintings in "A Unique Asian Porcelain Art Show" this spring.
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Wed, Feb 26th 2020 10:45 am
Just eight months after a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of McGuire Development Co.'s first Lewiston development, the parcels at 765 Fairchild Place and 750 Onondaga Street are listed for sale.
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Tue, Feb 25th 2020 01:00 pm
"Last night, leadership teams from the City of Niagara Falls and Niagara County met to discuss how we can better work together to advance our collective interests. We acknowledged that with new leadership in the city and county, we hoped this could be the beginning of a very productive relationship."
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Tue, Feb 25th 2020 01:00 pm
Lewiston Council on the Arts recently received notification of its award of decentralization grant funding in support of a new event, "Bug Fest," which will take place In Seneca "Bug" Park (adjacent to the Lewiston Library) from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 11.
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Tue, Feb 25th 2020 12:25 pm
Following widespread tastemaker press, fan praise and global box office success, Depeche Mode, along with Sony Music Entertainment, will release their feature-length documentary and concert film, "Depeche Mode: SPiRiTS in the Forest," on DVD and Blu-Ray on March 27. The band announced the news on its social media; click here to see original post and click here to see the trailer. Fans will be able to pre-order Feb. 26.
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Tue, Feb 25th 2020 12:20 pm
NBC has ordered "True Story," a comedic new series co-hosted by award-winning actor-comedians Ed Helms ("The Office," "The Hangover") and Randall Park ("Fresh Off the Boat," "Always Be My Maybe"). Helms will also executive produce.
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Tue, Feb 25th 2020 12:20 pm
New York State Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon on Monday announced she will convene a wage board for farm laborers that will hold hearings, review and make recommendations regarding overtime work for farm laborers in New York state.
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Tue, Feb 25th 2020 07:00 am
During a special Black History Month celebration presented by the Bennett-Wells American Legion Post and Auxiliary No. 1780, Congressman Brian Higgins honored more than 50 veterans who served during the Vietnam War.
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Tue, Feb 25th 2020 07:00 am
The National Federation for Just Communities of WNY presented an award to the Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center, honoring the museum for its work on behalf of others. The Heritage Center was given the "Organization" award alongside 19 other awards that honored everything from youth to sports and public relations.
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Tue, Feb 25th 2020 07:00 am
The Buffalo Sabres Green Team today announced it will hold a sports equipment drive at KeyBank Center starting Monday, March 9, when the Sabres take on the Washington Capitals. The drive will run until Sunday, March 15, and all equipment donated will benefit Victory Sports.
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Tue, Feb 25th 2020 07:00 am
The Buffalo Sabres today announced the 16th annual Scotty Bowman Showcase will take place Wednesday, March 18, at KeyBank Center.
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Mon, Feb 24th 2020 05:25 pm
Spring is approaching in Western New York but there are still a number of activities scheduled in Erie County Parks in the upcoming late-winter weeks. The Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry announced three programs designed to be recreational and informative: "Signs of Change" at Chestnut Ridge, "Winter Tree ID" at Emery Park, and "Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Survey and Detection Training" at Emery Park.
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Mon, Feb 24th 2020 05:15 pm
John Scher/Metropolitan Entertainment and Magic City Productions present TOOL at KeyBank Center in Buffalo at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 2, along with special guest Blonde Redhead.
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Mon, Feb 24th 2020 05:15 pm
This year's historic Academy Award Best Picture-winning film "Parasite," from NEON, will be available on Hulu beginning Wednesday, April 8.
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Mon, Feb 24th 2020 04:55 pm
Calspan Corp. was awarded a five-year contract with the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School at Edwards Air Force Base, California. The USAF TPS is where the Air Force's top pilots, navigators and engineers are trained to conduct flight tests and generate the data needed to carry out test missions of America's current and future military aircraft and airborne systems.
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Mon, Feb 24th 2020 04:55 pm
NYSEG and RG&E, AVANGRID companies, are urging customers to be vigilant of scammers posing as representatives of the energy companies.
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Mon, Feb 24th 2020 02:20 pm
An accurate 2020 census count is crucial to helping New York obtain its fair share of education funding from the federal government over the next decade, according to a new report by the New York State School Boards Association.
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Mon, Feb 24th 2020 02:20 pm
The U.S. Small Business Administration recently announced nonprofit organizations, state and local agencies, and institutions of higher learning are eligible to compete for funding of up to $300,000 to deliver entrepreneurship training to women service members, women veterans and women military spouses.
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