Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:10 pm
In 2006, O.J. Simpson sat down with noted publisher, producer and host Judith Regan for a wide-ranging, no-holds-barred interview, in which Simpson gives a shocking hypothetical account of the events that occurred on the night his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman, were brutally murdered. During their conversation, Simpson, in his own words, offers a detailed - and disturbing - description of what might have happened on that fateful night of June 12, 1994.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:10 pm
"Iron Chef Gauntlet" is back for a second season this spring, with seven rising stars battling for the chance to gain the only culinary title that matters: "Iron Chef." The weak will fall and the strong will rise until just one chef remains and has the title in reach. But to join the "Iron Chef" pantheon, the last chef standing must win the gauntlet: three rapid-succession battles, each against "Iron Chefs" Alex Guarnaschelli, Stephanie Izard and Michael Symon - or leave the kitchen in defeat.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:10 pm
New York's Responsible Play Partnership (RPP) - consisting of the New York State Gaming Commission (commission), the New York State Office on Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) and the New York Council on Problem Gambling - has announced a series of initiatives in recognition of National Problem Gambling Awareness Month in March.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:10 pm
National Grid received an award in the Innovative Partnerships category at the 2018 Climate Leadership Awards in Denver. The Climate Leadership Awards honor corporations, organizations and individuals in the U.S. who address climate change by reducing carbon pollution and implementing positive planning initiatives. C2ES (The Center for Climate and Energy Solutions) and The Climate Registry select these honorees.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:10 pm
The Taste of Buffalo presented by Tops is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship program to support Western New York-area high school seniors in pursuit of higher education in the foodservice and hospitality industries. This year's program will award seven scholarship winners with a collective $8,500 to be applied toward their college educations.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:10 pm
The most recent Nielsen report shows an increase of 646,000 NBCSN television homes following extensive coverage of the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics. NBCSN also presented live Premier League and NHL games and accompanying studio shows, a Super Bowl post-game show, rugby, track and field, and college hockey and basketball in February.
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Thu, Mar 1st 2018 10:00 pm
The Niagara Falls Wolverines came into the Section VI Class AA playoffs as the favorite to win it all. On Thursday night, they were put to the test late, but survived a fight from the No. 4 seed Jamestown Red Raiders, winning 48-39.
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Thu, Mar 1st 2018 04:50 pm
When Frank and his wife, Stacey, acquired the business in late-2015, "We changed the name, because we intended on supporting phones and tablets sooner rather than later," he said. "Lewiston Computer Services didn't quite cover that. Now we're Lewiston e-fix, which is electronics fix ... computers, phones, tablets."
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Thu, Mar 1st 2018 03:05 pm
With most of Western New York under threat of heavy, wet snow late tonight and tomorrow, National Grid is increasing its overnight staffing and will have line crews report for duty earlier than normal tomorrow morning.
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Thu, Mar 1st 2018 01:15 pm
Deal Realty Inc. has announced Regina Cecconi joined its team of licensed real estate professionals.
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Thu, Mar 1st 2018 01:15 pm
Motorists are paying about a quarter more per gallon of gasoline than they did one year ago. While pump prices have dipped in recent weeks, this is not a trend that is expected to continue. AAA forecasts the national gas price average will be as much as $2.70 per gallon this spring - a pump price Americans have not paid since summer of 2015, when prices hit $2.81.
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Thu, Mar 1st 2018 01:15 pm
Niagara Hospice has scheduled a volunteer training for 5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, March 19-20, at the Niagara Hospice Administrative building, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport.
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Thu, Mar 1st 2018 01:15 pm
The Erie County Agricultural Society will present up to $20,000 in scholarship opportunities to students who participate in the Erie County Fair. Scholarships will be awarded based on general fair participation and those involved in agricultural-related activities.
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Thu, Mar 1st 2018 01:15 pm
The annual reverse draw of Mount St. Mary's Hospital was held Feb. 28 at the Como Restaurant. Nearly 280 people attended the gathering, brought together by the Mount St. Mary's Hospital Foundation, St. Francis Guild Auxiliary and the board of associates.
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Thu, Mar 1st 2018 01:15 pm
New York State Sen. Chris Jacobs is pushing for approval of legislation he sponsored that will force the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles to comply with regulations that enable drivers to protect the confidentiality of their personal information.
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Thu, Mar 1st 2018 01:15 pm
To help area stroke patients live their highest quality of life, Mount St. Mary's Hospital is hosting a stroke support group. The next meeting for the group is 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, in Room 249 of the main hospital at 5300 Military Road, Lewiston.
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Thu, Mar 1st 2018 01:15 pm
On Thursday, Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Meghan Trainor returned with a brand-new single, "No Excuses." The song is available worldwide now. Get it HERE via Epic Records.
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Thu, Mar 1st 2018 07:00 am
The Buffalo Geological Society, a nonprofit organization, will host its 50th annual Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show on March 24-25 in the Market, Grange and State Police buildings at the Erie County Fairgrounds in Hamburg. Show hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 05:35 pm
March is Kidney Month, a good time to consider the health of your kidneys.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 05:20 pm
David DeMizio, left, of ComDoc and Michael Cardamone, D.C., of Cardamone Chiropractic, have been named the 2018 Niagara Cup Classic Golf Tournament co-chairs.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 05:20 pm
The Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday announced the 14th annual Scotty Bowman Showcase will take place Thursday, March 22 at KeyBank Center.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 05:20 pm
Andrea Flanagan has joined the patient care services staff at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center as a nursing administrative coordinator. Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer JoAnn Pellegrino announced the appointment.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 05:20 pm
Empower, the not-for-profit organization formerly known as Niagara Cerebral Palsy, will hold its Snowflake Basket Auction from 4-8 p.m. Friday, March 9, and from noon until 5 p.m. Saturday, March 10, at the Volare Lodge located on 56th and Kies streets in the City of Niagara Falls.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 05:20 pm
Amanda B. Nickerson, director of the University at Buffalo's Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention, has endorsed a pointed "Call to Action to Prevent Gun Violence," joining other prominent scholars in urging "a change in mindset and policy" to protect children and adults.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 05:20 pm
The never-before-seen documentary "Billy Graham: An Extraordinary Journey" will air this Sunday, March 4 (7 p.m. ET/PT), on FOX.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 05:20 pm
On Wednesday, Republican Assemblyman Angelo J. Morinello stood during session to speak on a bill that would provide sick leave to state employees who have served the U.S. military in combat theater or combat zones. The legislation designates these sick days are to be used specifically for any and all periods of absence during which an individual utilizes health care-related services directly related to his or her military duties.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 05:20 pm
It was a great work out for a great cause. Spinning instructor Stefany Critelli held a three-hour spin class at ChrisFit in Lewiston on Feb. 24. Riders paid $10 for each hour they participated. Many rode for the entire three hours and gave extra donations, as well. The event, which raised $500, was a pre-ride to support the Hospice Gran Fondo bicycle ride that raises money for Niagara Hospice.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 05:20 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, City of Niagara Falls Mayor Paul Dyster and Niagara University's IMPACT/ReNU Niagara program announced the start of the nomination period for the second annual Volunteer Hall of Fame awards. Members of the community are invited to recommend individuals who have made a significant impact in the lives of others through a longstanding commitment to community service.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 05:20 pm
Cross-country skiing gold medalists Kikkan Randall and Jessie Diggins will sit down with Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest on "Live with Kelly and Ryan" on Thursday, March 1, to chat about their historic victory at the PyeongChang Winter Games. Randall, a five-time Olympian from Alaska, and Diggins, a two-time Olympian from Minnesota, are the first American women to ever win a medal in cross-country.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 01:10 pm
The Niagara University Family Business Center's next breakfast forum will take place Tuesday, March 6, at Giancarlo's, 5110 Main St., Williamsville.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 12:55 pm
Every Person Influences Children Inc. recently received a $6,360 grant from Wegmans to continue providing nutritional education as part of its parenting curriculum for parents and families enrolled in the following programs:
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 12:45 pm
Grab coffee and a treat before work: Niagara Falls Community Development is organizing a "cash mob" at Sugar Street Cafe, 6926 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls. The event will run from 7-9 a.m. Tuesday, March 20.
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Wed, Feb 28th 2018 12:45 pm
The ABC Television Network and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced "Oscars Opening Ceremony: Live From The Red Carpet," the ultimate red carpet event and highly anticipated lead-in to the live telecast of the 90th Oscars hosted by Jimmy Kimmel on Sunday, March 4.
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Tue, Feb 27th 2018 11:00 pm
Disney Junior has begun production on "The Rocketeer," a new animated adventure series for young kids and their families slated to debut in 2019.
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Tue, Feb 27th 2018 11:00 pm
On the return of "Cheap Eats," food blogger Ali Khan continues his search for new eateries serving up great taste at a good price. The new season of this budget-conscious culinary journey begins Wednesday, March 21 (10 p.m. ET), and brings Khan to destinations across the country. With only 12 hours in each city, and only $35 to spend on breakfast, lunch, a snack and dinner, he must prove delicious dishes do not have to break the bank.
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Tue, Feb 27th 2018 10:55 pm
Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz on Tuesday joined county Health Commissioner Dr. Gale Burstein to review the latest county data on the opioid epidemic and fatalities associated with it, noting the Erie County Medical Examiner's office has confirmed 233 opioid overdose fatalities for 2017, with another 35 cases suspected but still pending confirmation. In 2016, 301 individuals died of an opioid overdose in Erie County.
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Tue, Feb 27th 2018 10:55 pm
Mount St. Mary's Hospital will host its diabetes education program, titled, "Taking Charge of Your Diabetes," on March 20 and 22. This series of two classes will be held from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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Tue, Feb 27th 2018 10:50 pm
The Kenan Center presents the music of legendary trumpeter and vocalist Chet Baker, performed by The Mark Filsinger Quintet, at the Taylor Theater on Saturday, March 24. This is the second of six programs in the popular "Jazz at The Taylor" concert series. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Taylor Theater, a 153-seat converted carriage house on the center's campus.
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Tue, Feb 27th 2018 10:50 pm
NBC Olympics announced 12 commentators who will anchor its more than 250 hours of coverage of the 2018 Paralympic Games Presented by Toyota from PyeongChang, South Korea. Paralympic coverage will air across NBC, NBCSN, Olympic Channel: Home of Team USA, NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app, beginning with the opening ceremony on Friday, March 9 (6 a.m. ET), on NBCSN.
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Tue, Feb 27th 2018 10:50 pm
Tourism industry leaders from the Buffalo/Niagara Falls area will meet with state and local elected officials for a roundtable discussion on Friday, March 2, to discuss issues pertaining to the tourism industry.
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