Mon, Nov 25th 2019 03:15 pm
Student-athletes are among the most hard-working students on any campus in the country. They work with hectic schedules throughout the academic year, from keeping up with their work in the classroom to attending practices and competitions. Athletes are left with very little time for other hobbies or an active social life.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 02:50 pm
Poverty has now taken over this once-beautiful city and now the question is what can we change in the community?
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 10:40 am
Last night, the world's biggest artists and pop-culture icons came together to honor idols, newcomers and record-breakers at the 2019 American Music Awards. Multi-Platinum-selling artist Ciara hosted the show and kicked the night off with a performance of her new single, "Melanin." The show aired live on ABC from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 10:40 am
Parks & Trails New York joined Assemblywoman Patricia Fahy to thank Gov. Andrew Cuomo for signing legislation (S.4416B/A.5035B) directing the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to develop a coordinated plan for linking existing trails with potential trail corridors.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 10:40 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.59, down 1 cent since last week. One year ago, the price was $2.56. The New York average is $2.68, down 1 cent from last week. A year ago, the state average was $2.83.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 10:35 am
Food is a big part of holiday fun, but festivities can take your attention away from cooking and lead to fires. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, "from 2014 to 2016, an estimated 2,400 residential building fires were reported to fire departments in the U.S. on Thanksgiving Day and caused an estimated 5 deaths, 25 injuries and $19 million in property loss."
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 07:00 am
On the evening of Tuesday, Dec. 10, the idea of compassionate public policy will be explored at a mini-conference at Niagara Falls' City Council Chambers, 745 Main St. All members of the community are welcome to this free event, which will include refreshments and will be held from 6-8 p.m.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 07:00 am
Grab your eggnog and raise your glasses as the globe's biggest girl group, Little Mix, released their first ever Christmas song, "One I've Been Missing." Listen here.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 07:00 am
Price Rite Marketplace has announced its annual "Check Out Hunger" fundraising campaign, which raises funds to benefit local food banks in communities served by Price Rite Marketplace stores across the northeast.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 07:00 am
In the No. 1 position for artists is 22-time Grammy-winning band U2, with a staggering $1 billion-plus total gross* for the decade. The No. 1 venue is The O2 arena in London, with an incredible 15.5 million tickets* sold.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 07:00 am
Bank of Akron officially opened its new branch in Wilson last week. This is the bank's sixth location in Western New York and its first in Niagara County.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 07:00 am
Rivercrest Financial celebrated a ribbon-cutting and grand opening at its new office location, 765 Center St., Lewiston. Owner Kristin Meyer had an open house with food catered by The Griffon House.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 07:00 am
"The Oak Ridge Boys: Down Home Christmas" stops inside The Riviera Theatre, 67 Webster St., North Tonawanda, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5. Tickets can be purchased online at https://www.rivieratheatre.org or by calling 716-692-2413. This show is presented by Latshaw Productions.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 07:00 am
Colton Dixon will join a melding of music, national parks, outdoor performances and holiday cheer during the 97th National Christmas Tree Lighting. The event will feature not only the official lighting of the new National Christmas Tree and timeless holiday tunes. It will take place on Dec. 5 at the Ellipse in President's Park (White House).
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 07:00 am
Grammy-nominated country singer/songwriter Cam has released her rendition of the beloved holiday song "I'll Be Home For Christmas," via RCA Records. The song is available now on all DSP's here.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 07:00 am
The Buffalo Sabres will partner with Child & Family Services of Buffalo and Spectrum News for the Sabres "Holiday Angels." The adopt-a-family program allows Sabres fans to support neighbors in need.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 07:00 am
Heart of Niagara Animal Rescue Inc. welcomes families to its "Breakfast With Santa Paws" benefit this holiday season. Taking place at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, 7001 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls, "Breakfast With Santa Paws" will be from 11 a.m. through 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 07:00 am
The Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce announced its holiday events for 2019 that will bring the community together.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2019 07:00 am
A spectacle like no other awaits millions as the 93rd annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade - one of the nation's most cherished holiday traditions - once again kicks off the holiday season. Millions of families will tune in to watch the excitement unfold on Thursday, Nov. 28, as Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb and Al Roker of NBC News' "Today" host the broadcast from 9 a.m.-noon in all time zones. The special will include a special Celine Dion performance from her new album "Courage."
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Sun, Nov 24th 2019 03:10 pm
In a special Thanksgiving edition of "Treehouse of Horror," the Simpsons are forced to face various Thanksgiving nightmares, including the first Thanksgiving, an A.I. mishap, and a dangerous space mission complicated by a sentient cranberry sauce, in the all-new "Thanksgiving of Horror" episode.
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Sun, Nov 24th 2019 03:05 pm
dick clark productions and ABC announced 2019 American Music Awards nominees Halsey and Shawn Mendes have been added to the performer lineup of the 2019 American Music Awards. Halsey will take the stage for a performance of her latest single, "Graveyard," while Mendes and previously announced performer Camila Cabello will take the stage together for a performance of their No. 1 collaboration "Señorita."
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Sun, Nov 24th 2019 02:55 pm
Singer/songwriter Grace VanderWaal officially released her new EP, "Letters: Vol. 1, on Friday (listen here). The EP features the emotional and unapologetic track "I Don't Like You"; the groovy "Waste My Time"; and the uplifting "Ur So Beautiful"; alongside three brand-new songs.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:05 am
Those venturing throughout the River Region in search of Small Business Saturday bargains are best advised to include the hamlet of Ransomville in their travels next weekend, as well. This little community on the east end of the Town of Porter will present its annual Festival of Wreaths celebration and a whole host of holiday events on Saturday, Nov. 30, and Sunday, Dec. 1.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:05 am
Just how dedicated is You & Me boutique owner Laura Mann Falsetti?
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:00 am
This Christmas, Sister Johnice Rzadkiewicz and the Response To Love Center on Buffalo's East side, at 130 Kosciuszko St., are asking for help once again.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:00 am
Gary R. Burkhart of Grand Island entered into rest Nov. 17, 2019.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:00 am
Jessica Louise Melgar of Grand Island entered into rest Nov. 19, 2019.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:00 am
Carol Lynn Marston (née Howell) of Grand Island entered into rest Nov. 13, 2019.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:00 am
The "Pink Bag Ladies" at Trinity United Methodist Church, who make care packages for female veterans serving in all the armed services all around the world, have turned their charity to male veterans this season.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:00 am
A GoFundMe launched to help the Buffalo Wheelchair Basketball Youth League raise $20,000 in order to purchase 10 wheelchairs for this program that integrates people with physical disabilities and people without disabilities together on the court to learn and play competitive wheelchair basketball.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:00 am
A Grand Island Plaza business is asking the Grand Island Town Board for help in addressing the issue of panhandlers.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:00 am
On Thursday, scientists hosted a community meeting to update the public on the Tonawanda Coke Soil Study.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:00 am
"I think what it comes down to is us. We sell ourselves," she said. "You go somewhere where you feel comfortable. My hugest thing is, when people come in, I want them to feel automatically comfortable, appreciated, and excited - and excited when they leave."
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:00 am
Sara Morreale is fashion personified.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:00 am
No, Marleen Brown didn't name her store after an Ozzy Osbourne song.
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Sat, Nov 23rd 2019 07:00 am
A hotel industry worker by trade, Cheri Clark never imagined a life in retail.
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Fri, Nov 22nd 2019 05:00 pm
The Taste NY Market at the Western NY Welcome Center has gathered an array of local artisans to host a Holiday Makers Market for the community.
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Fri, Nov 22nd 2019 04:20 pm
Heart, Love & Soul was founded by a prayer group from Sacred Heart Parish more than 30 years ago. Originally a pantry group, it became a place for a daily meal, and eventually moved to Ontario Avenue in the City of Niagara Falls.
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Fri, Nov 22nd 2019 04:15 pm
Niagara Falls business owners Linda and Mark Milanovich of George's Appliance Inc., and Ghandi Jourdi and Master Khechen of Master Khechen's Martial Arts Academy were recognized earlier this month for their contributions towards development of a security camera network intended to protect Pine Avenue business and customers in Niagara Falls.
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Fri, Nov 22nd 2019 04:00 pm
From the outside, the Summit Mall in the Town of Wheatfield looks completely deserted. But once inside, and with a little imagination, it's hard to not see the vision of what this place could be.
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