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Mafia Don Returns to Niagara Falls After 34 Years
Former mafia don Stefano Magaddino and his brothers will be returning to Niagara Falls after a 34-year absence. But this time they will be part of The Mob Tours TM, a new adventure bus tour opening in June. The tour is 90-minutes long and highlights former criminal hideouts, hangouts, and h...
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Sabres Meet Fans at Summit Mall
Four hundred Sabres fans gathered at Omega Sports in the Summit Mall in Niagara Falls on Saturday night to meet Andrew Peters, Daniel Paille and former Sabre Richard Smehlik. Seven-year-old Ryan Dynko celebrated his birthday at the mall with a Sabres-themed party before the players arrived....
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You're Invited to "Dinner's Ready!"
Cornell Cooperative Extension and Niagara Community Action Program at the Rose Marra Center are happy to announce Dinner's Ready! ...a series of FREE workshops offering new and fresh ideas to make mealtime easier. Workshop participants will learn how to: --plan meals ahead o...
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Beautify Niagara Kick Off April 26th
It was still dark when I arrived at the Seneca Niagara Casino on April 26th at about 7:15 am for the start of the Niagara Beautification Commission annual Beautify Niagara citywide clean up, but the Seneca staff had already set up and were ready for us. This is the fourth year they have hosted o...
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Don't Let the Credit Crunch Smash College Dreams
As rebate checks arrive in households across the nation and recession looms in the balance, people continue to struggle with how to get ahead without falling behind. Many are looking to invest in themselves through education, but are challenged to find the financial aid necessary to pursue their...
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Those Kids in the Hall
For many parts of the country, the television "The Kids in the Hall" was a brief memory, if nothing else. Reruns of their show aired on Comedy Central and a movie, "Brain Candy", which came out in 1996 was probably the scope of their American exposure. But for those fortunate enough to live ...
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Business Executives Join Buffalo City Mission
The Buffalo City Mission today announced members of its Corporate Compassion Roundtable. The Roundtable brings together representatives from various businesses and industries who understand the impact poverty and homelessness have on our families, neighborhoods, business district and region. ...
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TALL SHIP SAILING INTO BUFFALO CARRYING NEW BREW
On Saturday, May 10 at noon, a 96-foot "Tall Ship" built to resemble an 1800's era schooner will descend upon Lake Erie and the Buffalo Harbor carrying a new craft brew into the United States. Christened Challenge, the ship will enter the Erie Basin Marina to the sounds of bagpipes and drums wel...
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"Back to School Barbeque"
The "Back to School Barbeque" is an outreach of LIghthouse International Ministries." It has been held for the past six years in Niagara Falls, N.Y. At the Barbeque we distribute book bags and school supplies to inner city children, give them haircuts, have a puppet show, crafts, and other kid ...
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MAID OF THE MIST SETS LAUNCH DATE FOR 2008 SEASON
With the last of the snow melted, the Maid of the Mist is now ready to launch its 2008 season. On Friday, May 2, 2008, a bit earlier than the start of last season, both the Canadian and American landings will welcome the first of more than two million visitors expected to board Maid of the Mist t...
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"Spotted" pics that rock!
Saturday, April 26 2008 was the Local Exposure BMX Tour at Xtreme Wheels Indoor Skate Park. Fuel TV and Buffalo.com photographer Scott Gorenflo were on hand to document the event. This the follow up email received from Scott: Virginia, I wanted to follow up and thank you for the opportunity ...
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NU upsets Canisius to advance in Big Four Classic
Entering Tuesday's opening round game of the Big Four Classic, Niagara was coming off a disappointing three game series sweep by conference rival Rider and was set to face a Canisius team that has garnered national recognition. The Purple Eagles needed a win to gain some momentum heading into th...
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Race away the stigma
The second annual Stomp Out Stigma 5k at Niagara University was at it again. The college in conjunction with the Race's sponsors Active Minds a chapter of Niagara University, is raising awareness and making the facts known that much easier. "Stigma isn't a disease, but the stereotype of ment...
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ONLY 2 CENTS PER GALLON
The Current HIGHWAY APPROVED - ONLY 2 ¢ PER GALLON! Standard Equipment: Highway Legal Government Crash Test Rated 4 Door/4 Passenger Hatchback A/C Heater Power Windows AM/FM Cassette and CD Chrome Wheels Adjustable Seats Available Colors: White, Red, Blue, Light Bl...
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Castellani Photo Exhibit Focuses on Unity Park
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University presents "Michael Veit: Unity Park", May 2 - September 14, 2008. The exhibition is part of the museum's TopSpin series, featuring regional artists, sponsored by Tops Markets. Like many cities, Niagara Falls, New York has seen booming perio...
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Niagara Beautification Commission Beautify Niagara
April 26th was the BIG day in Niagara Falls for the annual Beautify Niagara citywide spring clean up. Work began several months ago with the planning committee. We met several times to be sure everything went smoothly and we hoped for a return of our 2007 successful Beautify Niagara when over...
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NIAGARA BEAUTIFICATION COMMISSION SPOTLIGHT AWARD
The Niagara Beautification Commission Spotlight Award is presented each month to a business in Niagara Falls that has exemplified an outstanding contribution to the beauty of the City. Somehow we missed the month of April (could it be that we were all working very hard on our Beautify Niagar...
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NU Hosts Acclaimed Scholar to Discuss Religion
The relationship between Christianity and Islam has become a major topic of discussion in recent years and that was also the subject of discussion Wednesday night at Niagara University. As part of its McNulty Lecture Series, the university welcomed Dr. Philip Jenkins, a professor of history...
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Open House at Crestwood Commons
ElderWood Crestwood Commons patio homes and apartments will hold an open house on Saturday, April 26 from 11 a.m.-3p.m. Crestwood Commons is located at 100 Crestwood Court off Witmer Road in Wheatfield. Attendees can take advantage of deposit incentives and enter to win raffle prizes. The ...
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African Night Held at NU's Castellani Art Museum
The African Educational Alliance of WNY held The First Annual African Night: A Celebration of Diversity and Scholarship at the Castellani Art Museum on the campus of Niagara University on Saturday, April 19. The event featured Traditional African dance by Le Ballet Touba N'Dame Fall, African ...
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Know what?s below: Call before you dig.
May is National Safe Digging Month! National Fuel would like to remind homeowners to call 811, the national "Call Before You Dig" phone number, or visit www.call811.com , prior to planning any excavation projects this year. Calling 811 prior to digging projects is required by New York Stat...
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Brush Up Buffalo to Paint Lovejoy Neighborhood
Brush Up Buffalo, a not-for-profit, all-volunteer organization focused on revitalizing City of Buffalo neighborhoods, announced this morning that it will paint 15 low-income homes in the Lovejoy Neighborhood for Brush Up Buffalo 2008. The annual event will take place on Saturday, June...
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Golf Tournament to Help Carolyn's House
Carolyn Van Schaik Memorial Golf Tournament Contributed by: Main Street Business and Professional Association What: The Sixth Annual "Carolyn Van Schaik" Memorial is sponsored by the Main Street Business and Professional Association. This is the 14th annual g...
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45 Youth in Western New York will be Honored May 9
Family Voices Network of Erie County will honor 45 young people during its May 9th "Celebrating the Success of our Families" luncheon at the Buffalo Convention Center in honor of National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day. Family Voices Network's first ever Youth Recognition honors 4...
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"Parenting Plus" Nutrition and Parenting Workshops
Cornell Cooperative Extension is pleased to announce an upcoming six-week series of Parenting Plus: Choices for Change workshops. These classes are FREE and will be held at Heart & Soul at 939 Ontario Avenue in Niagara Falls. The dates are: Wednesday, May 7th, 9:30 -11:30 a...
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