Mon, May 17th 2021 03:15 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced that, starting May 22, the New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets will have fully vaccinated fan sections that will increase capacity at their 2021 NBA home playoff games at Madison Square Garden and Barclays Center.
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Mon, May 17th 2021 03:15 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced Radio City Music Hall will open its doors for the first time in over a year to host the Tribeca Festival's closing night film on Saturday, June 19. For this event, Radio City Music Hall will operate at 100% capacity with a fully vaccinated audience.
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Mon, May 17th 2021 03:00 pm
The Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres will celebrate 716 Day with a new initiative: "Give 716," a communitywide day of giving to support charities across Western New York. The goal of "Give 716" is to unite Bills and Sabres fans with the Western New York community in an "epic day of online giving."
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Mon, May 17th 2021 03:00 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced additional guidance for county fairs and local festivals throughout New York. Local governments must permit county fairs and local festivals and consider COVID-19 health guidelines this year.
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Mon, May 17th 2021 03:00 pm
The Niagara County Sheriff's Office and the Office for the Aging have partnered to offer free senior ID cards to any Niagara County resident 60 years of age and older. These cards will display a picture and identifying information similar to a driver's license on the front, and will list two emergency contacts and pertinent medical information on the back.
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Mon, May 17th 2021 03:00 pm
HOPE Day, the annual 24-hour match challenge day of giving to benefit Appeal 2021, brought in $260,016 on May 14. Matching funds of $57,212 added to this total increase HOPE Day's grand total to $317,228, toward the annual Appeal's $10 million goal in support of Catholic Charities and the "Fund for the Faith."
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Mon, May 17th 2021 02:45 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday announced that, beginning May 19, New York state will adopt the CDC's "Interim Public Health Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People" for most business and public settings.
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Mon, May 17th 2021 12:40 pm
Elected leaders joined together Sunday to break ground on the Village of Lewiston's inclusive playground at Marilyn Toohey Park. A ceremony was held at the end of the 25th annual Spring Fling event for children.
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Mon, May 17th 2021 11:15 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will host pop-up vaccination clinics from 2-7 p.m. Monday through Wednesday this week at the Portage Road Transportation Center, 1162 Portage Road, Niagara Falls.
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Mon, May 17th 2021 10:45 am
Ahead of Tuesday's school district votes, the Tribune asked each candidate to provide a brief profile. Those participating include:
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Mon, May 17th 2021 07:00 am
The Holocaust Resource Center of Buffalo (HRC), a local organization "dedicated to teaching the lessons of the Holocaust, remembering the survivors and victims, and promoting social justice, civic responsibility and human rights," will hold its second "Upstander Celebration" event virtually at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 20.
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Mon, May 17th 2021 07:00 am
The Niagara Post Theater is hosting a virtual concert to support its ongoing renovation of the former U.S. military post theater at Fort Niagara State Park. Once completed, the Niagara Post Theater will host a wide range of live performances and programs, with a special focus on youth performing arts and inclusive educational opportunities.
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Mon, May 17th 2021 07:00 am
The second annual "Sizzlin' Summer Virtual Meat Raffle" hosted by the Niagara County Community College Alumni Association will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 10. The event will be held on Facebook Live with ArtyParty716. It is open to all NCCC alumni, employees, students and friends of the college.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 05:10 pm
On Friday, two-time Grammy Award and multi-GMA Dove Award winner Zach Williams released a new song, "The Struggle." Accompanied by a unique lyric video, the track is now available on all digital platforms and will appear on Williams' "Rescue Story Deluxe Edition," slated for release July 9.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 05:05 pm
Soulful singer, songwriter and Grammy Award nominee Andrew Ripp announced the release of his new LP, "Evergreen." Featuring his No. 1 single "Jericho," the anthem that continues to connect with audiences around the world, "Evergreen" was produced by Ethan Hulse, a three-time Grammy nominee and longtime writing partner of Ripp's. The album is the follow-up to Ripp's 2018 release "The Heart & The Soul."
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Fri, May 14th 2021 05:05 pm
Emerging worship artist and songwriter Anna Golden debuts her full-length project, "Peace: The Album." The unique, 16-song project features both live and studio songs showcasing Golden's wide range of talent and creativity. Click here to listen to Golden share about the story behind the making of the album and why she created two distinct sides for her debut.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 04:50 pm
The "FLOtilla" of "FLOATmingos" on Hoyt Lake continues to grow with the arrival of additional bright pink flamingo paddle boats, making it a true "Flam-bouyance" with nine total floats. Available for rent through Hoyt Lake Rowboats, the "FLOATmingos" offer summer fun for the whole family.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 04:45 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday announced 10 transformational projects for Niagara Falls as part of the $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative award. His camp stated, "The strategic investments will strengthen small business, support private investment in underutilized buildings, and bring new residential units, commercial space, and a hotel to the historic Bridge District. The investments are part of the governor's ongoing efforts to revitalize the upstate economy and create more opportunities for the Western Region."
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Fri, May 14th 2021 04:30 pm
Congressman Chris Jacobs commemorated National Police Week by delivering a House floor speech honoring Western New York officers. In addition, Jacobs participated in the "Back the Blue" Bike Tour this week, honored fallen Western New York officers at the National Police Memorial, and cosponsored legislation to protect officers.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 04:30 pm
On Friday, New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt joined Assembly members Angelo Morinello and Mike Norris and Niagara County Sheriff Michael Filicetti to promote a package of pro-law enforcement legislation introduced earlier this week in Albany.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 04:25 pm
New York state Wegmans pharmacy locations are now offering COVID-19 vaccination appointments to individuals age 12 and older. Online appointment scheduling for minors is open now, with appointment availability starting Saturday, May 15. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 04:25 pm
The Erie County Department of Health announced that, with reported COVID-19 cases through Thursday, the rate for new COVID-19 cases per 100,000 residents in the past seven days is 91. This means that, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention thresholds for community transmission, Erie County is now considered in a "substantial" category of COVID-19 risk, down from a "high" level.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 12:15 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced a second round of federal grants totaling $182,000 through the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for eight projects in Western New York.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 12:15 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins says new public health guidance confirms the border between the U.S. and Canada can safely reopen. The congressman, who serves as co-chair of the northern border caucus and the Canada-U.S. Interparliamentary Group, is pressing the White House to end the orders banning nonessential travel. Orders have been issued monthly for over a year.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 12:15 pm
Join Empower on Monday, June 14, for the 27th annual Matthew J. Murphy Jr. Memorial Golf Tournament.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 12:15 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Great Lakes National Program Office (GLNPO) announced work is underway on $2.2 million in habitat improvements at the Spicer Creek Wildlife Management Area (WMA) on the Niagara River.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 11:40 am
Wheatfield Seniors are open again and have announced its upcoming slate of planned trips:
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Fri, May 14th 2021 11:40 am
Grand Island Supervisor John Whitney has confirmed reports Fantasy Island - closed since February 2020 - is the subject of negotiations designed to reopen the park under new management.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 11:25 am
Since 1964, DiMino's Lewiston Tops has been the River Region's go-to source for groceries and everything chefs need for home-cooked meals. This fall, it will become the go-to place for America's No. 1 coffee company: Starbucks.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 11:00 am
As COVID-19 slowly drifts into history, the Youngstown Business and Professional Association has set its eyes for the future.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 11:00 am
Behind every band and performer, there have been specialists like Steve Wingrove of Alder Creek Music (2880 Niagara Falls Blvd.) helping to make the instruments last at least as long as their owners.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 08:30 am
On Friday, Grammy-nominated, multi-Platinum-selling band Goo Goo Dolls announced "Rarities," a brand-new compilation album arriving in digital, vinyl and CD formats Friday, June 25, via Warner Records.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 07:50 am
Artpark & Company made two concert announcements this week, signaling a return of its popular "Tuesdays in the Park" and "Coors Light" concert series. Fitz and the Tantrums and Blackberry Smoke are slated to perform this summer at the South Fourth Street venue in Lewiston.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 07:30 am
The Taste of Buffalo presented by Tops on Thursday announced it has received all necessary approvals from local and state agencies to hold an in-person festival on July 10-11 that accommodates expected COVID-19 health protocols in place at that time.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 07:30 am
The Toronto Blue Jays are headed to Buffalo to play regular-season home games at Sahlen Field, home of the Buffalo Bisons. Unlike last year, fans will be allowed to attend, but capacity is limited because of New York state restrictions.
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Fri, May 14th 2021 07:00 am
In conjunction with the Islandwide edition of the Island Dispatch, Niagara Frontier Publications asked for reader feedback. As an incentive, a prize would be given to one survey participant, as determined by a draw.
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Thu, May 13th 2021 08:55 pm
Mayor Robert Restaino announced the kick-off for the New York state attorney general's "Cities RISE' loan program in the City of Niagara Falls.
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Thu, May 13th 2021 08:55 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Thursday announced the "Thunder on the Buffalo Waterfront" air show will take place at Buffalo's Outer Harbor on June 19-20. The outdoor event, sponsored by the Vein Treatment Center, features a range of military and civilian aerial performers.
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Thu, May 13th 2021 08:50 pm
Join the guest list to the fabulous frontier wedding as Ree Drummond's daughter, Alex, marries her college sweetheart, Mauricio Scott. Viewers will have a front-row seat to these dream nuptials, from all the planning and preparation for the spectacular big day, on a Food Network special premiering Saturday, June 26 (11 a.m. ET/PT), and also on discovery+.
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Thu, May 13th 2021 08:30 pm
Revamped New York recently celebrated a ribbon-cutting with the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce. The new retail shop is located at 484 Center St., in the Village of Lewiston - in the former Sister and Brother shop next to Stuart Sports.
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