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One idea is a new optical filter for use in commercial printing, medical imaging or with a smartphone to precisely identify colors and ensure consistent pigment reproduction.Another is software that...
View ArticleImpromptu graduation ceremony is lesson in kindness
When Calvin Caurthon Jr. saw the happy graduates filing out of Burgard High School’s auditorium with their families, he knew something was wrong. Calvin was supposed to graduate too, except he...
View ArticleSex offender draws 10 years in prison for four felonies
LOCKPORT – Downcast sex offender Derrick J. Houser was sentenced to 10 years in state prison Friday for four felonies, including sexual relations with two adolescent girls.“I’m deeply ashamed of this...
View ArticleGrant program to benefit several area libraries
State Sen. George D. Maziarz announced this week that several libraries in Niagara and Orleans counties, part of his district, will benefit from Public Library Construction Grant Program funds. The...
View ArticleEvergreen to partner with Benedict House
The Evergreen Association of WNY and Benedict House of WNY have announced that they have established a new partnership to provide better access to housing services for people living with HIV/AIDS....
View ArticleCouncil approves plan for new paving machine
LOCKPORT – The Common Council this week approved a five-year lease-to-own plan for a new paving machine. City Treasurer Michael E. White said the paver will cost $302,500, money that will be provided...
View ArticleOne killed, one hurt in accident near Evangola State Park
One person was killed and another was being treated at Erie County Medical Center Friday night after a Jeep rolled over on Route 5 near the entrance to Evangola State Park.The accident happened...
View ArticleWork on three radio towers may start next month
LOCKPORT – Construction on three of Niagara County’s new emergency radio towers – in Lockport, Newfane and Royalton – may begin next month, County Legislator David E. Godfrey, R-Wilson, said...
View ArticleBuffalo Medical Group to triple size of Southtowns office
Buffalo Medical Group, the region’s largest independent medical practice, is tripling the size of its Southtowns office, moving to a new building that will be constructed on the site of a former...
View ArticleBuffalo stars in filmmaker’s project
That helicopter buzzing parts of Buffalo on Friday might have caused some to think an aerial police search was unfolding.Nothing of the sort.A local filmmaker was shooting footage that he hopes will...
View ArticlePeace Bridge fight close to being resolved
WASHINGTON – The bitter dispute over the future of the Peace Bridge may end today at a meeting in New York City among Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, the Canadian ambassador to the U.S. and his American...
View ArticleHollywood stars shooting movie next week in Falls
Academy-Award winning actresses Susan Sarandon and Kathy Bates, and Melissa McCarthy, star of the 2011 hit “Bridesmaids,” will be in Niagara Falls Thursday to shoot scenes for a movie.“Tammy,” a...
View ArticleCuomo’s had a tough legislative session
ALBANY – One has to wonder if Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo’s muscles are sore following a legislative session when he twisted so many arms to try to get his way on things.As the 2013 session was ending Friday...
View ArticleThree injury accidents hit Silver Creek area
SILVER CREEK – Emergency responders were busy with three serious accidents Friday afternoon in the Silver Creek area. The first occurred at noon when a vehicle was struck as it pulled out of a gas...
View ArticleHazardous-waste drop-off will be on Peabody Street
A household hazardous-waste drop-off will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at Honeywell Specialty Materials, 20 Peabody St.Items for free proper disposal include lead acid and rechargeable...
View ArticleWork on westbound I-290 next week will restrict traffic
Beginning Monday, westbound drivers on Interstate 290 might experience delays or be forced to take detours at night.The state Department of Transportation announced Friday that the highway will be...
View ArticleCondos, lofts and suites will be focus of tour
Distinctive living spaces not usually open to the public will be featured in the second annual “Buffalo LIVING Tour – Condos, Lofts & Suites” from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. next Saturday. Admission is...
View ArticleFamily of drowned, possibly drunken Bills fan, weighs lawsuit
David Gerken Jr. made plans to meet his brother and some friends after the Bills-Dolphins game last November.Ejected by stadium security for being disruptive and possibly drunk, Gerken said he would...
View ArticleLooking for deals at a garage sale with designer labels
In Clarence, it’s a twist to the old adage. A Spaulding Lake resident’s trash is another’s designer handbag. Or antique vase. Or even a hot tub.But even sellers who live in half-million dollar homes...
View ArticleActivist thinks MLK Splash Pad should stay open later
City Hall spent $4.5 million dollars for long-awaited, state-of-the-art splash pad at Martin Luther King Park.It comes with 15-foot-high water sprays that are synchronized with colorful lights. But a...
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