Tue, Jun 19th 2018 11:20 am
The Cataract City's consumer-run human service and advocacy agency for people with disabilities, Independent Living of Niagara County, will hold a Disability Pride Niagara Olmstead Family Picnic at The Centennial Shelter in Hyde Park in Niagara Falls on Friday.
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Tue, Jun 19th 2018 11:20 am
The American Cancer Society, the largest non-government, not-for-profit funding source of cancer research in the U.S., has approved funding for two grants totaling $832,000 to researchers in upstate New York in the first of two grant cycles for 2018. The grants are among 110 national research and training grants totaling more than $47.6 million that will fund investigators at 72 institutions across the country in the latest round of funding.
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Tue, Jun 19th 2018 10:40 am
Regal, a leading motion picture exhibitor operating one of the largest theater circuits in the U.S., announces the return of its family-favorite program, the "Summer Movie Express." This kid-friendly film festival is a nonstop adventure, and the perfect getaway for movie lovers. The "Summer Movie Express" features $1 family movies on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m., with a portion of proceeds benefitting charity.
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Tue, Jun 19th 2018 10:40 am
When the Buffalo Bills begin the 2018 schedule with the Aug. 9 preseason opener, club seat members will have an amplified experience at New Era Field. Pegula Sports and Entertainment on Tuesday announced new amenities in the newly named Dunn Tire Club, Pepsi Club and Toyota Club. All three of the 200-level sideline clubs have undergone extensive renovations that will modernize the premium fan experience.
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Tue, Jun 19th 2018 10:40 am
KeyBank has been named an honoree of The Civic 50 by Points of Light, the world's largest organization dedicated to volunteer service. The award recognizes KeyBank as one of the most community-minded companies in the U.S. In addition, KeyBank was named the sector leader for financial services for the second-straight year and third time overall.
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Tue, Jun 19th 2018 10:40 am
Sunnking, an electronics recycling company based in Brockport, presented 30 refurbished laptops to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Buffalo. When Sunnking heard the news $32,550 worth of tablet computers were stolen after a vendor failed deliver them to the Boys & Girls Clubs, Sunnking stepped in to provide replacements. The gift will be used for children attending the Boys & Girls Clubs.
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Mon, Jun 18th 2018 11:25 pm
Lewiston residents on Monday spoke passionately for and against the village's potential purchase of the historic Frontier House. In the end, trustees unanimously agreed to enter into a contract to buy the building from Hastings Lewiston.
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Mon, Jun 18th 2018 04:55 pm
Everything Youngstown held a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week with the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce, elected leaders, local businesses and friends and family. The retail store located at 435 Main St., in the Village of Youngstown. It is owned and operated by Sue McNaughton. The store offers Youngstown-inspired apparel and gifts.
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Mon, Jun 18th 2018 04:55 pm
The Buffalo Sabres on Monday announced the team's schedule for its annual summer development camp, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, from June 27-30.
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Mon, Jun 18th 2018 04:55 pm
Niagara University's Rose Bente Lee Ostapenko Center for Race, Equality and Mission establishes critical interdependencies both on and off campus, working together with faculty and students across colleges and disciplines of study to leverage change in the academy and across sectors of education, business, government and the community. As such, the center serves as a resource to the community on issues of racial equity.
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Mon, Jun 18th 2018 04:50 pm
Lockport's Historic Palace Theatre is embarking on a four-year capital campaign, with a variety of key projects being planned and cost estimates established.
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Mon, Jun 18th 2018 04:50 pm
The University at Buffalo School of Law's Clinical Legal Education Program has partnered with the New York Bar Foundation and the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA)'s Committee on Courts of Appellate Jurisdiction to host the pro bono appeals program for the Fourth Judicial Department.
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Mon, Jun 18th 2018 02:45 pm
Artpark & Company hosted its annual Summer Solstice Celebration on Saturday. The event was coordinated and directed by Kate LoConti, Jon Lehrer, Sonia Clark and Tanis Winslow.
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Mon, Jun 18th 2018 11:00 am
J. Fitzgerald Group has announced the nine regional nonprofit organizations that have been selected to receive free advertising and marketing services as part of Western New York's only CreateAthon event.
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Mon, Jun 18th 2018 11:00 am
Over the weekend, the Buffalo Beauts announced the team agreed to terms with forward Kelly Babstock.
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Mon, Jun 18th 2018 11:00 am
Performing duo Robert M. Giannetti (poet) and Leslie Bahler (violist) have joined forces to delight audiences, and welcome visitors to the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area at the Discover Niagara Trolley stop at the Niagara Arts and Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave., on Sundays, June 24 and July 1. The performers will present "Voice and Viola: Pop Up!" pairings of Giannetti's poetry with Bahler's solo viola renderings of classical and folk music selections.
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Mon, Jun 18th 2018 07:00 am
A fundraiser to benefit Diamonds in the Ruff Animal Rescue will be held Friday, July 6, at the Flying Bison Brewery, 840 Seneca St., Larkinville. The fundraiser will be in the form of a general category trivia contest with four-person teams. To register a team, call 716-775-0106 or 716-361-1145.
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Mon, Jun 18th 2018 07:00 am
Lewiston's own The Silo Restaurant will unveil a new historical marker in celebration of 20 years of business. A party has been planned including family-fun, food specials and a celebration of the people who have contributed to the success of the popular and unique business for the past two decades.
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Mon, Jun 18th 2018 07:00 am
The Carnegie Art Center in North Tonawanda will host a monthlong exhibition of original book art and comic memorabilia. "The World Of Comic Book Art: A Visual Exploration" exhibition is part of the collection of the late Dr. Maurie Dewey, and members of his family who share his passion for comic strips and comic books.
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Sat, Jun 16th 2018 07:00 pm
Officials of the It Happened to Alexa Foundation settled into their new offices at the Larkin at Exchange, 726 Exchange St., Buffalo, this week.
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Sat, Jun 16th 2018 07:00 am
Sponsored by the Youngstown Business and Professional Association, the Village of Youngstown, with assistance by Youngstown Police and Youngstown Volunteer Fire Co., the ninth annual Beginning of Summer Street Dance will take over the village's Main Street from 6-10 p.m.
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Sat, Jun 16th 2018 07:00 am
Just in time for summer, the striking new bathhouse facility at Fort Niagara State Park is now complete.
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Sat, Jun 16th 2018 07:00 am
Domestic violence is a crime that "is all about power and control," said Mary Travers Murphy, executive director of the Family Justice Center, speaking at the FJC's annual fundraising breakfast on June 8. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, "domestic violence is an epidemic affecting individuals in every community, regardless of age, economic status, sexual orientation, gender, race, religion or nationality." One of those communities is Grand Island.
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Sat, Jun 16th 2018 07:00 am
James E. Linenfelser of Grand Island passed away June 6, 2018.
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Sat, Jun 16th 2018 07:00 am
Services at the Kaiser Funeral Home on Whitehaven Road will be held for Rita J. DeGlopper (née Mengay).
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Sat, Jun 16th 2018 07:00 am
The Grand Island Planning Board Monday recommended approval of a solar power plant on a 42-acre parcel fronting Whitehaven Road.
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Sat, Jun 16th 2018 07:00 am
Mary Dunbar-Daluisio's spirit of hope was felt Friday, June 8, in the first Grand Island Relay For Life since her passing.
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Sat, Jun 16th 2018 07:00 am
For the fifth year in a row, the Lewiston Howard Hanna branch (formerly RealtyUSA) has raised funds for WNY Heroes.
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Fri, Jun 15th 2018 08:30 pm
The man for whom Lewiston was named received his own monument on Thursday, as the Village of Lewiston officially unwrapped the Morgan Lewis bust inside the International Peace Garden. Acclaimed sculptor Susan Geissler created the artwork - her third monument in Lewiston, joining the Tuscarora Heroes (Center Street) and Freedom Crossing (Water Street).
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Fri, Jun 15th 2018 07:35 pm
Come rain or shine, on Friday, June 22, Warfield and his band, The Young Wolfe Tones, will bring that enthusiasm to Somewhere Bar & Grill at 681 Blairville Road in Youngstown. St. Killian Importing is a sponsor for the event, while the band is courtesy of Masterson Entertainment.
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Fri, Jun 15th 2018 07:15 pm
On Monday, architect James Fittante presented the Village of Lewiston Planning Commission with a proposal to expand the Tops Xpress mini-market on Cayuga and South Eighth streets. The five-member panel unanimously supported the idea, which now goes to the Village Board for approval.
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Fri, Jun 15th 2018 06:50 pm
People have said, "If you fail, try, try again." For Zoe-Beth Brake, that's exactly what she did.
There have been six Women's Porter Cups and Brake has played in all of them. Friday evening at Niagara Falls Country Club, Brake, an Ohio State University graduate, finally reached the top and won the WPC.
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Fri, Jun 15th 2018 06:35 pm
After seven seasons, Emmy Award-winning co-hosts Michael Symon, Clinton Kelly and Carla Hall taped their final show on Thursday. "The Chew" will air throughout the summer with all-new shows through June 28.
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Fri, Jun 15th 2018 06:35 pm
Erie County veterans mark Flag Day by launching new fundraising campaign to raise money for Veterans Post Restoration of Erie County, NY Inc.
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Fri, Jun 15th 2018 06:35 pm
"Legacy," the RockFest Records debut from acclaimed hard rockers The Protest, is set to bow July 13. Produced by Matt Arcaini (Disciple, VERIDIA), "Legacy" releases on the heels of its anthemic lead single, "What Else You Got," which is now impacting mainstream radio.
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Fri, Jun 15th 2018 06:35 pm
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino is counting down to the title attempt for the largest marriage vow renewal ceremony, set for Saturday, June 23.
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Fri, Jun 15th 2018 06:30 pm
"Breakthrough," the sophomore live project from Jesus Culture artist Chris McClarney, is out now (Capitol CMG). The 10-song album was recorded live in Sacramento at Jesus Culture Church and is the follow-up to McClarney's critically acclaimed 2015 debut with Capitol CMG/Jesus Culture, "Everything And Nothing Less."
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Fri, Jun 15th 2018 06:30 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the House of Representatives approved a pair of bills aimed at providing additional support to women veterans and veterans engaged in the veteran treatment court program.
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Fri, Jun 15th 2018 06:30 pm
Christine O'Hara has been named director of marketing and outreach at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Announcing the appointment was Vice President for Foundation and Community Relations Judi Nolan Powell.
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Fri, Jun 15th 2018 06:30 pm
The Buffalo Sabres announced the team's 2018 preseason schedule. The team will play seven games, including two home games at KeyBank Center. Ticket information and pricing will be announced at a later date.
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