Fri, Dec 7th 2012 07:00 pm
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 07:00 pm
For the third year in a row, Kelly's Country Store, at 3121 Grand Island Blvd., is selling Christmas trees, with proceeds to benefit the Grand Island Lions Club's annual Special Kids Picnic, as well as the club's other service projects.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 07:00 pm
The Erie County Sheriff's Office responded to 156 calls from Nov. 24 to 30. Below is a sampling of the noteworthy incidents on Grand Island.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 07:00 pm
The following incidents occurred from Nov. 26 to Dec. 2, as reported by the Grand Island Fire Co. A total of 21 calls were answered by the department during this period. The GIFC has responded to 1,343 calls so far this year.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 07:00 pm
Brian Stiller, medical center director of the VA Western New York Healthcare System, was the guest speaker at a meeting of the Grand Island American Legion Post.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 07:00 pm
Student volunteers at Grand Island High School helped to make the holiday a little brighter for children, the needy, and student clubs at the Share the Holiday Magic fundraiser.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 07:00 pm
At a special workshop meeting of the Grand Island Board of Education Monday evening, trustees and administrators heard a report from Dr. Steve Uebbing and Tim McElheran of the Warner School of Education (University of Rochester), regarding the search to replace Interim Superintendent of Schools Robert Christmann.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 06:55 pm
Approximately 30 dancers from the Grand Island Dance Center performed Saturday afternoon, Dec. 1, at the 84th annual Niagara Falls Firefighters Christmas Toy Fund Telethon, which was broadcast on cable access television on Time Warner.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 07:00 am
The Niagara County History Center welcomes local Korean War veteran Stephen Lacki who will present a free public program titled, "KW60," on Wednesday, Dec. 12, at 2 p.m. at the History Center, 215 Niagara St., Lockport.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 07:00 am
Albert McFadyen will offer a portrayal of Franklin Delano Roosevelt on Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, Friday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. in the Niagara County History Center Meeting Room, 215 Niagara St., Lockport.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 07:00 am
Flag etiquette is to lower your flag to half staff from sunrise to sunset on Pearl Harbor Day, this Friday, Dec. 7, according to Old Glory Flag & Banner Co., a division of Cooper Sign Co., located in Town of Niagara.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 07:00 am
Robert A. Stone, an airport manager with the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority, has been elected president of the Riverdale Cemetery Association Board of Directors for 2012-13.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 06:55 am
Holiday gifts are just a click away in the American Red Cross' 2012 Holiday Giving Catalog.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 06:55 am
On Sunday, Dec. 9, the Village of Wilson will open up its streets and its heart to celebrate a community Christmas event titled, "A Very Country Christmas."
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 06:55 am
Paul and Jan DePlato of Bergholz once again are offering a chance to see one of the area's largest Christmas displays, with an added bonus: a visit with Santa.
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Fri, Dec 7th 2012 06:55 am
Dr. Stuart Weinstein is again offering the community an opportunity to brighten their holiday smiles and, at the same time, the financial outlook of families with members serving in the military.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:45 pm
Old Falls Street, USA, will host its first ever "Blues Christmas" event on Friday, Dec. 14, inside The Conference & Event Center Niagara Falls, 101 Old Falls St., Niagara Falls. The event runs from 6:30 to 11 p.m.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:25 pm
The following is a sampling of calls received by the Town of Niagara Police Department between Nov. 19 and Dec. 2.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:25 pm
The New York Power Authority has kicked-off the holiday season with its annual Festival of Trees, running through Jan. 5. On Dec. 8, NYPA will hold its annual Deck the Halls holiday event featuring photos with Santa. Both events take place at the Niagara Power Vista, 5777 Lewiston Road.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:25 pm
Following an executive session on Nov. 28, Niagara-Wheatfield School Board President Steven Sabo made a motion under advisement from the Audit Committee, seconded by Rich Halleen, to freeze all non-contractual spending as of that evening's meeting.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:20 pm
The Cancer Wellness Center, 84 Sweeney St., North Tonawanda, is offering the Cancer Coach Program for those who are going through a cancer diagnosis.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:20 pm
The third annual Native American Benefit Concert will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, at the Lewiston Opera Hall, 732 Center St., Lewiston.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:15 pm
Donations will be accepted through Dec. 17 for the Tree of Warmth at Dental Care Associates, 2145 Lancelot Dr., Wheatfield.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:15 pm
Jim Hagerman has been appointed deputy highway superintendent for the Town of Niagara Highway Department, replacing John Sullivan, who retired in late October.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:15 pm
Smokin Joes plans to give away $28,000 for the holiday season to its "Loyalty Customers" through its "WinBins."
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:10 pm
Consumers who shop for holiday gifts at the Boulevard Mall in Amherst can support the Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:10 pm
The McGuire Group's Northgate Health Care Facility in Wheatfield has announced that Robert John Wolcott Jr., pictured, celebrated his 25-year employment anniversary with the company.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 03:00 pm
Kim's International Café is serving up "from scratch" cuisine from American classics to Italian and traditional Asian dishes.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 02:50 pm
The world-famous entertainer known as "Mr. Las Vegas" will become "Mr. Niagara Falls" this Friday, as Wayne Newton joins Seneca Niagara Casino and the City of Niagara Falls in celebrating the holidays.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 01:45 pm
With the holiday season officially upon us, it's important to make time to celebrate with family and friends - and holiday lighting is a key part of those festivities. By following a few simple tips, customers can benefit from a more environmentally friendly, safe and cost-effective way to light up the holiday season.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 01:45 pm
A vocally talented country/Christian group and one of the defining rock bands of the early 1970s will kick off entertainment at Seneca Casinos on a high note to start the new year. Diamond Rio and Creedence Clearwater Revisited will play at Seneca Allegany Events Center on Jan. 12 and Jan. 27, respectively.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 01:40 pm
Beaver Island State Park is currently issuing permits that will allow snowmobilers to use the more than 12 miles of designated and signed snowmobile trails on state park property located on Grand Island. The trails will be open between the hours of 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. beginning on Dec. 15. Snowmobiling is not allowed within Beaver Island State Park.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 01:40 pm
One Facebook "like" equals a $1 donation this month as the Taste of Buffalo presented by TOPS partners with Headway of Western New York Inc. to help make a difference in the lives of those who need it most this holiday season. For every new "like" the Headway of WNY fan page (http://www.facebook.com/headwayofwny) receives now through Dec. 31, the Taste will make a $1 donation, up to $1,500, to Headway.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 07:00 am
Grand opening to feature free health screenings, organic/health food samples and advanced clinical pharmacy services.
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Thu, Dec 6th 2012 07:00 am
PHOTO GALLERY: A long-standing tradition in Niagara Falls continues this holiday season. The Greater Niagara Ballet Company presents its 35th annual production of "The Nutcracker."
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Wed, Dec 5th 2012 12:00 pm
Statement by Benjamin Geyerhahn, New York director of Small Business Majority, regarding Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand's call to pass bipartisan legislation that could help small businesses secure much-needed credit.
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Wed, Dec 5th 2012 11:15 am
Cornerstone Community Federal Credit Union, the largest locally owned credit union in Western New York, is announcing plans for a new branch located at 721 Center St., in the Village of Lewiston (inside the former HSBC). This latest branch will open in January 2013.
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Wed, Dec 5th 2012 07:00 am
Amarpreet Grewal Bath, M.D., has been appointed medical director of the new Niagara County Health Home at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
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Wed, Dec 5th 2012 07:00 am
It's that time of the year again. Are you looking for something fun for children to do during their holiday vacation? If so, YMCA Camp Kenan has the answer with its "Winter Camper Retreat" on Dec. 22 and 23. This overnight will be filled with activities such as camp crafts, winter nature activities, holiday cookie decorating, snow relays, rock climbing, campfires and songs.
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Wed, Dec 5th 2012 07:00 am
Known as innovators of the game of basketball for decades, the world famous Harlem Globetrotters are again introducing something unparalleled in the history of sports and family entertainment, taking kid participation and fun to a whole new level.
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