Sat, Dec 15th 2018 07:00 am
Last Saturday, St. Peter's School hosted a special luncheon with Santa Claus. Students mixed and mingled with ol' Kris Kringle as families enjoyed a full pasta meal, courtesy of the Macri family and Macri's Italian Grille.
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Sat, Dec 15th 2018 07:00 am
The First Presbyterian Church of Lewiston, will hold a special "Longest Night" service at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 20, at the church, 505 Cayuga St.
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Sat, Dec 15th 2018 07:00 am
Riverview Fitness had special event to mark their re-opening during Youngstown's "Christmas in the Village" celebrations last Saturday. A large crowd gathered for comments from local politicians, a ribbon-cutting and snacks.
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Sat, Dec 15th 2018 07:00 am
Elevated levels of contaminants have been found at both Charlotte Sidway Elementary School and Kaegebein Elementary School.
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Sat, Dec 15th 2018 07:00 am
Trend Setters Hair Design held a ribbon-cutting on Monday, Dec. 10, at its new location at 2094 Grand Island Blvd. Owner Karen Benninger cut the ribbon along with employees, town officials, and members of the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce. There will also be a grand re-opening to follow in January.
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Sat, Dec 15th 2018 07:00 am
Raymond F. Hayward, beloved husband of the late Mona, passed away on Dec. 8, 2018.
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Sat, Dec 15th 2018 07:00 am
Sandra Elizabeth Jones (nee Armstrong), a resident of Grand Island for 30 years, and Fort Myers Beach, Florida, for 20 years, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018. She was 81 years old.
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Sat, Dec 15th 2018 12:05 am
Friday night, the Niagara-Wheatfield hockey team faced off against their arch-rival Williamsville North, in a rematch of last season's Section VI large schools championship.
A lot has changed since that title game, which the Falcons won, 2-0, but in the rematch at Northtown Center, the Spartans took advantage of a bad second period by N-W to get revenge, 5-3.
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Fri, Dec 14th 2018 07:05 pm
The Salvation Army Empire State Division provided nearly 4 million meals to individuals and families who needed it most, thanks to so many who generously gave to last year's annual Red Kettle Campaign. Funds raised through the kettles are essential to support services such as meal programs, emergency disaster services, youth character development, and other services designed to lift people out of poverty.
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Fri, Dec 14th 2018 07:00 pm
On Thursday, the diocesan review board met and considered the reports of investigator Scott F. Riordan who was asked to investigate allegations of abuse against four priests of the Diocese of Buffalo.
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Fri, Dec 14th 2018 06:40 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center staff members, directors, friends and family members are celebrating the holiday season by bringing Christmas cheer to 60 area families, including 143 children.
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Fri, Dec 14th 2018 06:40 pm
Real or artificial? A AAA survey found an estimated 20 million Americans who purchased a real Christmas tree in the past three years did not properly secure it to their vehicle, risking serious vehicle damage and dangerous road debris. Vehicle damage that results from an improperly secured Christmas tree, such as scratched paint, torn door seals and distorted window frames, could cost up to $1,500 to repair. In addition to vehicle damage, Christmas trees that are not properly secured are a safety hazard for other drivers.
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Fri, Dec 14th 2018 06:40 pm
Viral sensations The Singing Contractors have announced plans for their anticipated national debut project, "Working On A Building," hymns and gospel classics with Gaither Music Group, set to release Feb. 1, 2019. The collection will include unique renditions of beloved hymns and gospel classics.
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Fri, Dec 14th 2018 06:40 pm
The Niagara River Greenway Commission will meet Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, to determine the consistency of the 63rd round of projects. The meeting will take place at 3 p.m. in the New York Power Authority Community Room. The general meeting will be preceded at 2 p.m. by the business meeting.
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Fri, Dec 14th 2018 06:40 pm
Arts Services Initiative of Western New York announced the recipients of the 2018 "Give for Greatness" grants. Twenty-five grants providing general operating support in the amount of $1,000 each will be awarded to cultural organizations across the five counties of Western New York thanks to several fundraising initiatives throughout the year.
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Fri, Dec 14th 2018 06:40 pm
A University at Buffalo researcher who studies health outcomes among members of the military has received a $2.7 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to continue the research project.
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Fri, Dec 14th 2018 06:40 pm
Learn about different types of Christmas ornaments and trimmings, and make a unique decoration with your family to add to a holiday collection. Local event planner and owner of Small Indulgences, Lesley Mucha, will serve as guide at the History Center's December Family Night.
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Fri, Dec 14th 2018 06:40 pm
University at Buffalo researchers received a $2.2 million grant from the National Institute of Nursing Research to conduct one of the first studies on the effectiveness of behavioral therapy in treating insomnia among cancer survivors.
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Fri, Dec 14th 2018 04:40 pm
The Winery at Marjim Manor announces the opening of its second location, this one in Niagara Falls. Located on the first floor of the Niagara County Community College Culinary Institute, the branch office will begin by featuring Marjim Manor wines. During the holiday season, it will be open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 04:20 pm
Festive trees are lining the overpass bridge and other areas within the New York Power Authority's Niagara Power Vista at the Niagara Power Project. Area nonprofit organizations provided decorations for the energy-efficient "Festival of Trees" showpieces.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 03:20 pm
This afternoon, Niagara County Community College Public Safety and the Niagara County Sheriff's Office investigated a report of a bomb threat on campus after receiving an email threatening the college. The investigation concluded there was no threat to the campus. We have notified our campus community.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 03:10 pm
On the afternoon of Thursday, Nov. 8, Niagara County Community College Public Safety received a radio transmission regarding a male down in one of the academic buildings on campus. Upon responding to the call, campus security officers Linda Haner-Mele and Ryan Newton discovered multiple people already on scene assisting with the unresponsive individual.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 03:05 pm
Beginning in the fall of 2019, Niagara County Community College will begin offering evening classes to students in the practical nursing program.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 03:05 pm
The team of Wes Shyiah Thompson and Madison St. Cyr from the Niagara Career and Technical Education Center's Culinary Arts program brought home third place from the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute's gingerbread competition.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 02:55 pm
The Orleans/Niagara BOCES Niagara Career and Technical Education Center has gotten into the spirit of giving this holiday season.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 02:50 pm
This past week in Falcons athletics saw a mix of results for the season's winter teams.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 02:30 pm
The North Tonawanda Department of Youth, Recreation and Parks recently announced they are now accepting registration for its youth soccer program and pickleball program for 2019.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 02:30 pm
This past weekend at the Rockin' With Santa Christmas party, the North Tonawanda High School National Honor Society collected and donated over 100 toys to the foundations toy drive.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 01:10 pm
On Nov. 28, the Wheatfield Garden Club installed its 2019 officers at its annual Christmas Party. Judy Kunkel, installation committee chairperson, swore in the new officers.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 01:00 pm
On Dec. 8, the Niagara County Sheriff's Office in conjunction with Walmart on South Transit Road in the Town of Lockport hosted the seventh annual Shop with a Cop event.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 01:00 pm
The Niagara County Sheriff's Office has been awarded a $215,000 grant from the United States Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS). The grant will assist area schools and the sheriff's office in their efforts to prevent school violence.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 12:55 pm
Recently, the New York State Legislature extended the state's real property tax exemption for structures and buildings essential to agriculture and horticultural use. Previously set to expire at the end of December, the exemption for necessary farming structures has been extended for another decade, until January of 2029.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 12:55 pm
At Wheatfield Commons Senior and Assisted Living, located on Forest Parkway, the community is holding a Decorate-Your-Door Contest in which residents show off the holiday spirit.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 12:45 pm
The Niagara County Sheriff's Office K-9 Chief will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from the non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s Inc. K-9 Chief's vest is sponsored by Pam, Corey and Todd Harmon of Lockport and will be embroidered with the sentiment "In memory of Chief Craig C. Harmon." Delivery is expected within eight to 10 weeks.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 12:45 pm
This past weekend, the Sanborn-Lewiston Farm Museum, 2660 Saunders Settlement Road, hosted Christmas at the Farm.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 12:45 pm
More than 60 students from Holy Ghost Lutheran School's pre-K and kindergarten classes recently attended the school's first ever Mess Fest.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 12:30 pm
"Timeless" fans came out in force with their #SaveTimeless campaign to show NBC how much they valued the sci-fi action-adventure show, and the Peacock Network took notice. In July, a two-hour series finale was booked for the holiday season. It will air Thursday, Dec. 20.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 07:00 am
H&R Block associates in all 50 states and Puerto Rico will unite on Monday, Dec. 17, to give back to the communities where they live and work. Understanding there is strength in numbers, H&R Block is holding its first "One Team Day of Giving" event, a single day where associates from all over the country will serve each of their communities, ranging from feeding the homeless and delivering toys to underprivileged children to revitalizing animal shelters and collecting snacks for military care packages.
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Thu, Dec 13th 2018 07:00 am
The Hepatology Clinic at Erie County Medical Center (ECMC), under the direction of a faculty member in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo, has been awarded a New York State Department of Health Commissioner's Special Recognition Award.
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Wed, Dec 12th 2018 05:20 pm
The Erie County Department of Health has confirmed a recent émigré treated at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital has been diagnosed with measles. This individual had visited multiple venues in Erie County, potentially exposing others to measles from Dec. 4-11.
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