Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:55 pm
Rev. Dr. Sung Ho Lee of Trinity United Methodist Church gives the thumbs-up sign during the Lenten Luncheon at Trinity Wednesday. Lee explained how the thumbs-up sign means something different in American than in his native Korea. He discussed cultural differences in his discussion titled "Justice Among People with Various Cultures."
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:50 pm
The week of Feb. 5-9, Erie County Legislator Kevin Hardwick's resolution transferring surplus property from Erie County's warehouse to the Town of Grand Island was approved by the Erie County Legislature. The items no longer served a purpose to Erie County, and were requested by municipal officials in Grand Island.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:40 pm
Barbara M. Bagdy, age 93, of Grand Island, died Feb. 9, 2018.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:40 pm
The Town of Wheatfield Town Board met Monday night for its second regular meeting of February.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:35 pm
Late last week, Five Star Urgent Care - one of upstate New York's fastest growing urgent care providers - opened its doors to Niagara County with the grand opening of its Niagara Falls facility. As of Thursday, the facility began accepting new walk-in patients for non-life-threatening ailments.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:35 pm
The Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas recently named its Member of the Month for February. Erie Collision was honored by the chamber.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:35 pm
Tri-Community Ambulance Service Inc., in conjunction with its co-sponsor, Action CPR LLC, is looking to potentially change the outcome for people who go into sudden cardiac arrest.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:35 pm
North Tonawanda sisters, Bailey and Shelby Walter, were recently recognized by the New York State Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. The awards are a nationwide program honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism. The awards are in their 23rd year and conducted by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals. Honorees were judged on criteria including personal initiative, effort, impact and personal growth.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:30 pm
On Tuesday evening, the Town of Niagara Town Board welcomed LaBella Associates and the Niagara County Center for Economic Development for a special Town Board meeting, in regard to the proposed Western New York First Response and Preparedness Center at the old U.S. Army Reserve Base off of Porter Road.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:20 pm
"Chicago P.D." will celebrate its 100th episode, titled "Profiles," at 10 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, on NBC. Intelligence investigates a string of bombings targeting members of the media. Racing against a ticking clock, the team enlists Firehouse 51 to help examine the devices and prevent the next attack.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:15 pm
"The Chew's" Emmy Award-winning co-hosts Michael Symon, Clinton Kelly and Carla Hall are gearing up for spring break with a kitchen wish list, timesaving secrets and tips to shop like a pro.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:15 pm
For the first time, ABC presents "Countdown to the Oscars, Live!" an unprecedented three-hour special, live from the red carpet. This ultimate guide to Hollywood's biggest night prepares viewers for the highly anticipated 90th Oscars, revisits unforgettable moments from Oscars past, and features a first look inside the new Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences museum.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:15 pm
Four-time Grammy Award-winning and multi-Platinum-selling band Third Day will hit the road one last time this summer to headline their "Farewell Tour," which concludes an extraordinary touring career that spans 25 years and boasts legions of loyal fans from around the world.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:15 pm
Twenty-one-year-old Australian producer, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist JOY. has released her "Six" EP today. Her team said the seven-song EP displays JOY.'s ability to craft ethereal and introspective electronic-pop songs anchored by sultry, hypnotic vocals, incisive songwriting and a keen focus on production.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:10 pm
Before you head out to the driveway or sidewalk to tackle the heavy, wet snow that fell overnight, it is prudent to consider your health first.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:10 pm
Mayor Byron W. Brown launched his inaugural Mayor's Civic Innovation Challenge Powered by AT&T, seeking creative solutions that address social and civic issues impacting City of Buffalo residents. Competitors will mine data from the city's new "Open Data Buffalo" portal to drive their innovative solutions.
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Fri, Mar 2nd 2018 06:10 pm
Medicaid recipients in Erie County will shortly begin to receive notices regarding a new way to renew their Medicaid coverage. These notices will come from the New York State of Health, and will inform recipients, "You and/or members of your household need to renew your coverage through NY State of Health."
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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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