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Image of the Day – February 24, 2016
February 23, 2016 By Leave a Comment
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Press Release: City of Niagara Falls Fire Department Office of Fire Prevention
February 23, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Starting early February of this year, there have been a rash of fires intentionally set in the mid-city and downtown areas. Occurring between 7:00pm and 1:00am, most have involved city-owned garbage and recycling totes and take place in alleys and the rear of the occupancies. So far there have been a total of 13 of these fires in February, with the heaviest concentration of fires in the mid-city area stretching from Whitney Avenue to Forest Avenue, between 18th to 24th Streets.
The City’s Office of Fire Prevention and its investigators are working hand-in-hand with Police investigators on these cases. These fires are a danger to the public. Investigators will not stop until the person or persons responsible for setting them are found. Police have stepped up patrols in these areas since the fires have started. The ones involving totes, which are of value, make these events Arson in the Fifth Degree, a misdemeanor. Some of the fires that have spread to garages and/or homes would be, at minimum, Arson in the Fourth Degree, a felony.
The last two fires occurred this past weekend. Each of the fires did spread to an adjacent structure, but luckily no one was hurt. Any fire has the potential to become a large fire. The last thing we want is a citizen or firefighter hurt fighting a tote fire that has spread to a structure. As a precaution we are asking all residents to position their refuse and recycling away from any structure. We are going to stress to citizens to keep their bins away from the side or rear of their house. The rear or middle of the yard would be a better location to avoid any spread of fire to a dwelling. Also, we ask that you do not keep your garbage tote in an alley or in front of residence for longer than the allotted garbage removal time.
We are also asking the public to pay attention to the rear of their homes and alleys in these areas. Any information regarding any of these past fires we are asking the public to contact the Niagara Falls Police Department Criminal Investigation Division at 716-286-4553 or the Niagara Falls Fire Department Office of Fire Prevention at 286-4728 or 286-4736.
Niagara Falls Residents Speak Out Against Proposed Relocation of Methadone Clinic
February 23, 2016 By Leave a Comment
[From TWCNews.com]
A building at the corner of 6th Street and Walnut Avenue could possibly become the future home of a Methadone Maintenance Treatment Program.
Residents and members of Niagara Falls Block Clubs want to make sure that doesn’t happen…
READ THE FULL STORY HERE: http://www.twcnews.com/nys/buffalo/news/2016/02/22/niagara-falls-residents-speak-out-against-proposed-relocation-of-methadone-clinic.html
Street Dedication – Honoring the Memory of Reverend Wade Thomas
February 23, 2016 By Leave a Comment
[Press Release]
Please join us for the unveiling and dedication of Reverend Wade Thomas Way in honor of Rev. Wade Thomas. The unveiling of the street sign will take place at Bethlehem Revival Temple, 2010 Virginia Avenue on:
Saturday, February 27th at 3:00pm
Signs will be placed at Virginia Avenue & 20th Street and Hyde Park Boulevard & Virginia Avenue.
Speakers: Mayor Paul A. Dyster, Owen Steed, 4th District Legislature and Ezra P. Scott, Jr., City Council Member
Easter Floral Sale benefiting people with disabilities – orders due by March 2
February 23, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Pre-orders are due March 2 for Easter arrangements from the Niagara Floral Center and Greenhouse of Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara. Items range from $10.99 for Lilies to $20/$25 for basket of tropical plants with trim to $25/$30 for a basket of fresh flowers. Pick-up on March 18 or 19 in Wheatfield, 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd. or March 18 in Lockport, 107 Heath Street. Download an order form or purchase with a credit card on-line at http://www.opportunitiesunlimited.org/greenhouse/store. Questions call 504-2617 ext. 244.
All sales support programs for individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities through the Niagara Floral Center and Greenhouse of Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara, a full-service horticulture therapy and vocational training program. Working with plants promotes dexterity, enhances motor skills and develops socialization.
Curtis Grant and Annie Brandt, participants in the horticulture program at Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara, are preparing baskets for sale this holiday season.
Area Business Kicks-Off Developmental Disability Awareness Month with Discounts and Donations
February 23, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Marissa Ieraci-Tomlin, owner of Gemini’s Closet Consignment Shop at 2027 Military Road, will hold a fundraising event for Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara on March 4 (from 11 am to 7 pm) and 5 (10 am to 6 pm), 2016. 10% of all sales will benefit programs and services for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities supported by the agency. As a special way to acknowledge her customers, shoppers will be offered a 10% discount on all sales during this time.
The two-day event will kick-off local and national celebrations of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, an opportunity to promote respect for and inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in everyday life.
Ieraci-Tomlin was presented with the opportunity to take over Gemini’s Closet last September. She immediately saw the store as a great opportunity, remarking “Niagara Falls was in need of a consignment boutique (because who doesn’t want to find great outfits for a great price?). I envisioned everything I could do with the store and dove right in. Fortunately, I have a huge support system: my husband, parents, in-laws, grandparents and siblings have all helped in whatever way they can. I enjoy helping women find the right outfits for date night, girls find the right dresses for their high school dances, even kids finding pieces for their Halloween costumes. Gemini’s Closet offers gently used name brand clothing, shoes and accessories at a fraction of the retail prices, so anyone can find a great deal!”
“The choice to host a fundraiser for people with disabilities was easy as I am always looking for ways to grow and I truly believe that opportunities are unlimited. I am so excited to be able to work with such a great organization,” exclaimed Ieraci-Tomlin.
For more than 60 years, Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara has been providing training, employment, service coordination, exceptional parenting, recreation (youth and adult), residential, geriatric, fine arts, horticulture therapy and health-related supports for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, and their families, throughout Niagara County.
For more information about the agency, call 504-2617 or visit www.oppunlimited.org. For information on Gemini’s Closet, call 697-8635 or visit www.geminisconsignment.com.
Niagara Falls woman sought following fatal stabbing on Monteagle Ridge
February 23, 2016 By Leave a Comment
[From Niagara-Gazette.com]
Niagara Falls police and the U.S. Marshall’s Task Force are searching for a Niagara Falls woman following a fatal stabbing Monday night on Monteagle Ridge.
Police were called to 9 Monteagle Ridge about 10 p.m. for a report of an assault and when they arrived, they found Anthony Mallory, 39, bleeding from a single stab wound to his upper right chest…
READ THE FULL STORY HERE: http://www.niagara-gazette.com/news/crime/niagara-falls-woman-sought-following-fatal-stabbing-on-monteagle-ridge/article_9be14646-da39-11e5-855a-3bf359533be1.html