Tue, Mar 21st 2023 09:55 am
On Aug. 7, 1760, Sgt. Cameron of the 44th Regiment of Foot was tried under the accusation he had threatened to report the commandant of Fort Niagara to Gen. Thomas Gage.
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Tue, Mar 21st 2023 09:55 am
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Buffalo's annual Aftaar dinner will be held April 1 at the Masjid Mahdi Mosque, located at 9610 Colvin Blvd., Niagara Falls.
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Tue, Mar 21st 2023 09:50 am
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns and the Erie County Office for People with Disabilities will hold a special DisAbility Awareness Day event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 25, at the Erie County Auto Bureau in the Sheridan Plaza, 2309 Eggert Road, Tonawanda. No appointment is required for this community outreach.
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Tue, Mar 21st 2023 09:50 am
There's now more time to get your favorite Girl Scout Cookie flavors, as Girl Scouts in Western New York have extended the Cookie Program throughout April.
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Tue, Mar 21st 2023 07:00 am
What constitutes a perfect retirement is different for everyone. Some people may imagine spending their golden years fishing their days away, while others may aspire to finally embrace their inner globetrotter. Though individuals' retirement dreams differ, every retiree will need money, which only underscores the importance of a wise and disciplined approach to money management.
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Tue, Mar 21st 2023 07:00 am
Without the dedication and hard work of employees, businesses large and small would not be successful. Recognizing that it takes a team of professionals to help their companies function optimally, business owners can show appreciation to the staff in various ways.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 04:05 pm
New York's volunteer firefighters, which respond to emergency calls in a majority of the state, save not only lives and property, but also billions in taxpayer dollars. According to an economic impact study released Monday by the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY), these dedicated volunteers help New York taxpayers save $4.7 billion annually through their services.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 03:35 pm
The New York State Canal Corp. and the Erie Canal Museum announced Matthew López-Jensen, a Bronx-based, interdisciplinary environmental artist, has been named the 2023 Erie Canal artist-in-residence (AIR), the first in the history of both organizations.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 03:30 pm
Food Network has ordered an eight-episode, season two pickup of primetime series "Superchef Grudge Match," it was announced by Betsy Ayala, head of content, food, Warner Bros. Discovery. In each episode, host Darnell Ferguson settles two long-standing personal and professional food feuds in one-round, one-dish winner-takes-all heavyweight battles.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 03:20 pm
"The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power," which has been viewed by more than 100 million people worldwide and has been an unprecedented global success as the top original series for Prime Video in every region in its first season, has announced that acclaimed actors Ciarán Hinds, Rory Kinnear and Tanya Moodie have joined the series' cast in recurring roles for the forthcoming second season, currently in production in the U.K.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 03:15 pm
Nickelodeon Studios and Paramount+ on Friday announced the greenlight of "Good Burger 2," an all-new original movie sequel to the iconic '90s feature film based on the sketch from the comedy series "All That." The movie will follow Dexter Reed (Kenan Thompson) and original cashier Ed (Kel Mitchell), as they reunite in the present day at fast-food restaurant Good Burger with a hilarious new group of employees.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 02:45 pm
Deputy County Executive Lisa Chimera presented a proclamation on behalf of Erie County to the team at Upstate New York Poison Center on March 20 to recognize its unwavering commitment to preventing and responding to poison emergencies in a 54-county area of New York state, including Erie County.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 02:40 pm
USA Niagara Development Corp. (USAN) board of directors met today and approved items that will improve the quality of life and experience in Niagara Falls for both visitors and residents. One item will help meet the city's need for local housing and commercial spaces that will boost pedestrian activity. A second item will help to structurally stabilize a historic property at a state park for future use.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 02:30 pm
The Niagara County Department of Public Works (DPW) announced it is now accepting applications for seasonal help for the 2023 season. Positions are currently open at the five county parks, the Niagara County Golf Course, and the highway department. Seasonally employees earn $14.20 per hour.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 01:45 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has been awarded $275,427 from Foundation 214 to be the first organization in Western New York to implement Program to Encourage Active and Rewarding Lives (PEARLS).
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 01:45 pm
New York Attorney General Letitia James issued a consumer alert urging New Yorkers to be cautious of potential discriminatory pricing practices at car washes in advance of Passover. In previous years, there have been reports of car wash businesses in predominantly Orthodox Jewish communities in New York City raising prices by as much as 50% for Jewish customers seeking cleaning services close to Passover.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 11:45 am
Today, The Offspring announced their 2023 run - "Let The Bad Times Roll Tour" - with special guests Sum 41 and Simple Plan. Produced by Live Nation, the 24-city tour kicks off Aug. 1 in Auburn, Washington, and includes a stop at Darien Lake Amphitheater in Darien Center on Sunday, Aug. 20.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 11:05 am
AVANGRID, a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, is urging customers of its electric and natural gas companies to be vigilant of scammers posing as company representatives.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 10:55 am
Erie County hosted members of the public at D'Youville College to present its draft Community Climate Action Plan. The event featured presentations, family-friendly activities, climate reflection stations and a youth art showcase.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 10:50 am
The Lewiston Garden Club is seeking candidates for a $ 1,000 scholarship. To be eligible, the student must be a resident of the Town of Lewiston or reside in the Lewiston-Porter Central School District.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 10:45 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.44, down 3 cents since last Monday. One year ago, the price was $4.26. The New York state average is $3.44, down 2 cents since last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $4.37.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 10:45 am
On Monday, the Foundation of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo said, "WNY's most loved philanthropist, Russ Salvatore, is at it again! This time he has purchased a delivery van that will service all eight counties throughout Western New York."
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 10:45 am
Kleinhans Music Hall announced its annual fundraiser, "Rhythm and Brews," will take place from 6-9 p.m. Friday, June 16, in the Mary Seaton Room at the famed Buffalo venue.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 10:45 am
Local author Brandon Sturak will debut his new science-fiction novel "Imperium: Adventure Reality" on Wednesday, March 22. The story is a culmination of his professional writing career and life-long passions in the gaming and esports industries.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 09:35 am
On Tuesday, March 21 - aka World Down Syndrome Day - GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Center will partner with many of the region's iconic buildings and attractions to shine a yellow and blue light on WNY.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 09:35 am
The North Tonawanda Neighborhood Watch announced its grand marshal for the third annual NT Dyngus Day Parade. 99-year-old WWII veteran William "Bill" Gosch will lead this year's parade, which will be held at 5 p.m. Monday, April 10.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 09:35 am
The Youngstown Business and Professional Association sponsored the annual O'Riordan St. Patrick's Day Parade on Sunday.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 07:00 am
Volunteer fire departments across New York state will open their doors to residents Saturday, April 22, and Sunday, April 23, as part of the 14th annual RecruitNY weekend.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 07:00 am
Cathie Dunn will have a book signing for "Bunny in the Backyard" from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1, at the Lewiston Public Library, 305 S. Eighth St.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 07:00 am
North Tonawanda Mayor Austin J. Tylec announced the city will once again participate in the annual Canal Clean Sweep on Saturday, April 22, in conjunction with the New York State Canal Corp. Parks & Trails and the various communities along the 524-mile canal system.
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Mon, Mar 20th 2023 07:00 am
Kids Escaping Drugs (KED) announced its upcoming 25th "Walk for Kids," to be held May 13 at South Park Lake. The event aims to raise awareness and funds to support adolescents and families "to live a life free from the disease of addiction through community outreach, education and early intervention."
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Sat, Mar 18th 2023 07:00 am
As a student in Huth Road Elementary School, Reagan Fast was assigned to a self-contained special education class.
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Sat, Mar 18th 2023 07:00 am
The Grand Island Board of Education's second budget input session, held Monday, focused on budget requests that involved such school district needs as mental health, cybersecurity, instruction for children who need to learn English as a new or second language, and proposed universal prekindergarten contracts with community providers. The Board of Education is also seeking to find a solution to the shortage of school bus drivers.
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Sat, Mar 18th 2023 07:00 am
Peter Jablonski shared the story of Dr. John T. Claris, the veterinarian who was said to be the owner of the largest veterinary establishment in the world, at the March 2 meeting of the Grand Island Historical Society.
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Fri, Mar 17th 2023 11:55 pm
Multi-Platinum, superstar hit-making pop-rockers Matchbox Twenty return today with new single "Wild Dogs (Running In A Slow Dream)," marking their first new music release in over a decade.
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Fri, Mar 17th 2023 06:00 pm
Catholic Health does not own or operate Eastern Niagara Hospital (ENH). We are excited construction is progressing on our new Lockport Memorial Hospital, which is expected to open this fall. Our health system will continue to provide care to residents throughout Niagara County at our other facilities, as well as take over operations of ENH's urgent care and ambulatory surgery center on Transit Road immediately following the hospital's closure.
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Fri, Mar 17th 2023 03:55 pm
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) is reminding customers of payment options, budget billing, and energy efficiency programs to help manage their bills. Late payment charge suspension will continue until April 15, and the company will not disconnect residential customers through March 27.
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Fri, Mar 17th 2023 03:50 pm
Grammy Award-Winning singer/songwriter and reigning ACM Awards Female Artist of the Year Carly Pearce has released "Should've Known Better (Live From Music City)," the latest preview of her upcoming album "29: Written In Stone (Live From Music City)," arriving March 24 on Big Machine Records (preorder here). The album marks Pearce's first live album, and closes the chapter on her pivotal "29" journey.
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Fri, Mar 17th 2023 03:45 pm
Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 14.1% in February compared to the same month in 2022, according to an analysis released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Overall, local collections totaled $1.64 billion, up $203 million compared to the same time last year.
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Fri, Mar 17th 2023 03:45 pm
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg joined Congressman Brian Higgins, Gov. Kathy Hochul, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown, the Restore Our Community Coalition (ROCC), as well as other community members and local leaders at the Buffalo Museum of Science to celebrate the $55 million Reconnecting Communities Program grant to Buffalo.
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