Thu, Sep 8th 2011 02:20 pm
Lewiston Fire Co. No. 2 will be the site of "September Sizzler," a fundraiser for Community Missions of the Niagara Frontier. Barbecue chicken and barbecue ribs will be sold (eat-in or takeout) beginning at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15, at the firehall, 1705 Saunders Settlement Road.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 02:00 pm
The following incidents occurred from Aug. 22 to 28 as reported by the Grand Island Fire Co. The department during this period answered a total of 21 calls. The GIFC has now responded to 1,013 calls so far this year.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 02:00 pm
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 02:00 pm
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:55 pm
An eight-week community preparedness course will to take place at Grand Island Fire Co. headquarters.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:40 pm
Starting Thursday, Sept. 15, and continuing for six weeks, Mount St. Mary's will present the "CHEERS Program" ("Choosing Healthy Eating and Exercise Routines for a Healthier Life"). This program teaches children and their families simple eating and exercise plans, which they can internalize and use throughout life.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:25 pm
The Project Future Center, located at 2720 Niagara Falls Blvd., in Wheatfield, will hold its "Fall Kickoff" on Saturday, Sept. 10, and through the end of the month.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:25 pm
In support of the Thunder Over Niagara air show, Niagara Falls Bridge Commission Chairman Pat Brown, right, presents a contribution to air show Chairman John Cooper, center, and Niagara Military Affairs Council Chairman Merrell Lane.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:20 pm
Colonial Village Elementary School is inviting the community to its second annual Community Resource Fair on Sept. 15.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:20 pm
Parent Network of WNY is offering "Skills for Effective Parent Advocacy," a free workshop for families of individuals with disabilities. The workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 13 at Independent Living Center of Niagara County, 746 Portage Road, Niagara Falls.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:15 pm
The Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas and the Ken-Ton Chamber will hold Putts for Pets, a charity golf tournament, on Monday, Sept. 12, at Tan Tara Golf Club, 4391 Tonawanda Creek Road, North Tonawanda.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:15 pm
"Mennonites" will be the topic of C. Douglas Kohler when he speaks to the Historical Society of North German Settlements in WNY at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15, at the Wheatfield Community Center on Church Road.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:15 pm
The third annual Western New York Parade and Cruise for motorcycles, trucks and cars will begin with registration at 10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 18, at Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:10 pm
Some residents remain skeptical about plans for the former Shawnee Landing property off Shawnee Road in Wheatfield.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 01:05 pm
Several local races will be on the ballot in Wheatfield and the Town of Niagara on Primary Day, Sept. 13.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 12:45 pm
The Niagara University community will join the rest of the U.S. in commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with several activities scheduled for this Sunday.
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Thu, Sep 8th 2011 12:40 pm
The Western New York Regional Economic Development Council invites readers to a community workshop designed to gather input and aid in the creation of a five-year economic development plan. The event runs from 6 until 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15, at Niagara County Community College (Humanities & Social Sciences Building, Room E140, 3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn.
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Wed, Sep 7th 2011 11:30 am
Kaegebein Elementary School's second annual Harvest Fest is Saturday, Oct. 8. The event includes food, games, a dunk tank, a basket raffle and more.
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Wed, Sep 7th 2011 09:05 am
Parents, get your babies, pictures, and cameras ready, because Mount St. Mary's Hospital is planning its 18th annual baby reunion. This year's event will feature all of the children who were born at the hospital during 2010, and their families.
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Wed, Sep 7th 2011 09:00 am
'We're standing here because we want to give a voice to all the women who aren't," Niagara County Legislator Kari Bullman proclaimed to those watching her and three colleagues reach across party lines to form the Niagara County Legislature's Women's Caucus Tuesday night.
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Wed, Sep 7th 2011 07:05 am
On Friday, Sept. 9, the City of Niagara Falls, the P2 Collaborative of Western New York, and Niagara University kick off "Creating a Healthier Niagara Falls: A Neighborhood Empowerment Approach." An official ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at noon to celebrate the opening of the outreach office inside the Anthony Spallino Towers at 720 Tenth St., Niagara Falls.
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Wed, Sep 7th 2011 07:00 am
Niagara Feline Friends is running a low-cost spay/neuter clinic for cats. The event is open to anyone, regardless of income. The $75 fee also includes distemper and rabies shots.
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Tue, Sep 6th 2011 04:05 pm
If the Niagara County Legislature enacts legislation authored by Minority Leader Dennis F. Virtuoso, D-Niagara Falls, a health insurance benefit offered to county lawmakers since the 1970s will be eliminated - leading to a projected $81,000 savings.
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Tue, Sep 6th 2011 03:30 pm
This morning, "LIVE! with Regis and Kelly" co-host Regis Philbin announced that his last day on the program will be Friday, Nov. 18.
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Tue, Sep 6th 2011 03:25 pm
Oscar nominee Eddie Murphy, whose performing career spans movies, television and the stage, will host the Academy Awards show on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2012, telecast producers Brett Ratner and Don Mischer announced today. This will be Murphy's first hosting stint on the Oscars.
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Tue, Sep 6th 2011 02:30 pm
The Porter Historical Society Museum will unveil a 22-foot mural, which depicts the 7-mile right-of-way of the Lewiston Youngstown Frontier Railway, commonly referred to as the "The Old Fort Route," at 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 19, in the Youngstown Civic Center, 240 Lockport St.
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Tue, Sep 6th 2011 02:25 pm
With the number of women in the Niagara County Legislature rebounding from a low of one to an all-time high of four, a bi-partisan group of female county lawmakers will announce the formation of the Legislature's Women's Caucus at a press conference prior to Tuesday night's Legislature meeting in Lockport.
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Mon, Sep 5th 2011 09:00 pm
John W. Stickl Construction Co. Inc. has been building new homes Western New York for more than 30 years. The company's philosophy is to measure success by the satisfaction of each customer.
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Mon, Sep 5th 2011 09:00 pm
Ryan Homes began in 1948 as a family-run business in Pittsburgh and is now one of the top five builders in the nation. The company builds homes in 23 metropolitan areas in 15 eastern states and is a member of the NVR family, a group that includes NVHomes, Fox Ridge Homes, Rymarc Homes and NVR Mortgage.
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Mon, Sep 5th 2011 07:00 am
The Youngstown Free Library, 240 Lockport St., announces the following for September.
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Mon, Sep 5th 2011 07:00 am
The Kiwanis Club of Lewiston, following consultations with Chris Salada, chief of the Lewiston Police Department, has issued the following parking and traffic advisories for the annual Peach Festival.
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Mon, Sep 5th 2011 07:00 am
The start of the school year marks the beginning of rehearsals for the Greater Niagara Ballet Company's presentation of "The Nutcracker." The family-oriented holiday production showcases dancers and character performers under the direction of artistic director Beverley Feder, FISTD.
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Mon, Sep 5th 2011 06:55 am
St. Peter's R.C. Church and St. Peter School have announced that Dr. James P. Moore is serving as chairman of the seventh annual Golf Classic sponsored by St. Peter's. The tournament, which is open to the public, will be played Monday, Oct. 3, at the Niagara Falls Country Club.
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Mon, Sep 5th 2011 05:45 am
A community service commemorating the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, which took more than 3,000 lives, will take place at Lewiston Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1, on Sunday, Sept. 11, at 8:30 a.m. This service will honor all first responders who willingly gave their time and lives so that others might live.
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Sat, Sep 3rd 2011 02:00 pm
The new school year means a new season of dance instruction on the Island as well.
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Sat, Sep 3rd 2011 01:55 pm
Hundreds of spectators, volunteers and players turned out for the very first ball game played at the Sabres Miracle League Field in Veterans Park Tuesday.
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Sat, Sep 3rd 2011 07:00 am
Lockport Community Television welcomes members of the community who would like to find out more about producing a local show, becoming a camera operator or learning how to direct a TV program. LCTV is a non-profit public access television station, which has offered volunteer opportunities to the public since 1983.
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Fri, Sep 2nd 2011 10:05 pm
The Shaw Festival is having a great season.
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Fri, Sep 2nd 2011 10:00 pm
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Fri, Sep 2nd 2011 10:00 pm
The Historic Riviera Theatre presents The Scintas, for one performance only, on Saturday, Oct. 22, at 8 p.m.
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