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Sevenson Environmental in Running for National Engingeering Award

Submitted by Sevenson on Tuesday, November 27th, 3:27 pm

Faced with a landfill nearing capacity, the Delaware Solid Waste Authority awarded a contract to Sevenson Environmental Services, Inc. of Niagara Falls to construct a mechanically stabilized earth berm that is being recognized for its innovative design. Sevenson was the prime contractor on the Cherry Island Landfill Vertical Expansion Project in Wilmington, Del., one of five finalists for the American Society of Civil Engineers’ 2012 award for Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement.

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Sam Edelman Top 4 Shoe Trends

Submitted by Tammy Beckman, Getthebuzz716 by Tammy Beckman

Tuesday, November 27th, 2012, 11:26am

Hot shoes are something most women can’t resist the man, visionary and footwear guru behind what many are calling the brand of the year Sam Edelman gives the scoop on some of the top trends in shoe wear. Sam Edelman aka Mr. Equestrian is no stranger to fashion he helped develop and launch Espirit junior footwear brand and also made contributions to brands like Ralph Lauren Corporation and Candies. He also is the co- founder of Kenneth Cole Productions.

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Top Electronics Deals for Cyber Monday

Submitted by Tammy Beckman, Getthebuzz716 by Tammy Beckman

Monday, November 26th, 2012, 11:08am

Top electronic deals for Cyber Monday 2012

Target
• The white Wii U 8GB is $300, though only in the noncyber world — this deal's in stores only.
• PlayStation 3's Epic Mickey: Power of Two Bundle Pack ($300) includes the eye camera, motion controller, and regular controller in addition to the console and games.
• A selection of retro-style Crosley electronics are marked down, including a portable vinyl turntable ($50, originally $80) and Songbird Leather Radio ($30, originally $35).
• Pick up an 8GB iPod touch with Skullcandy Hesh Headphones for $200, off the original $234.
• In cameras, save $70 on the Pentax 16MP Waterproof Digital Camera (now $180). The Nikon D3100 DSLR is $480 from its original $650. Or Sony's Taylor Swift 16MP camera bundle with 8GB SD card and $10 Target gift card is $120, a $50 savings.
• Walmart

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Cyber Monday Deals

Submitted by Tammy Beckman, Getthebuzz716 by Tammy Beckman

Monday, November 26th, 2012, 10:40am

Cyber monday is officially in full effect and some stores kicked off the sale as early as yesterday check out the list of some of the hottest cyber monday deals for 2012.

• Advance Auto Parts -Save 20% off your order
• Aeropostale -Save up to 70% off everything + online only web buster deals
• AJ Madison- LG LuV Vacuum Cleaners Only $197
• Alibris- Get $15 off $100 when you buy books, music, movies or video games.
• AliExpress Save $5 off $50+ order, Save $15 off $100+ order ,Save $30 off $200+ order
• Amrita Singh=Save Up To 90% off Jewelry + Free Shipping
• Art.com-Save 30% off on all orders with code at checkout
• AT&T-Select devices are on sale for 1¢ w/2 year contract agreement
• Athleta- Save 30% off your order
• Banana Republic-Save 30% off your entire purchase
• Bare Necessities-Up To 40% off Sitewide
• Barnes and Noble-50% Off NY Times Bestsellers,Save up to 50% off 1 Item. Use code D7E4M3E at checkout
• Buy Any NOOK, Get $25 BN Gift Card. Today, Online only

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'Black Friday' Comes to Lewiston

Submitted by Joshua Maloni, Niagara Frontier Publications

Tuesday, November 20th, 2012, 1:42pm

Preview by Joshua Maloni and Rachel Jolbert

Year after year, scores of Lewistonians awake in the middle of the night on the day after Thanksgiving to head out to chain stores and kick-start their holiday shopping.

It's a popular tradition ... that Lewiston retailers hope to end this week.

Village merchants are making a pitch for consumers to spend "Black Friday" in Lewiston. Ten locally owned and operated stores are offering special deals and door-busters, giveaways, discounts and free gift-wrapping.

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Senator Kennedy Announces Upcoming Deadline for NY Youth Works Employment Program

Submitted by Senator Tim Kennedy, New York State Senator, 58th District

Tuesday, November 20th, 2012, 1:15pm

Senator Kennedy Announces Upcoming Deadline for NY Youth Works Employment Program

Kennedy reminds residents that youth must apply for certification in NY Youth Works program by December 31, 2012. Businesses must apply for certification by November 30, 2012.

NY Youth Works helps address unemployment among inner-city youth with job-training for applicants and tax credits for employers.

Kennedy encourages more businesses to get involved in NY Youth Works to help alleviate unemployment in City of Buffalo.

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Senator Tim Kennedy, the ranking Democrat on the Senate Economic Development Committee, announced the quickly-approaching deadline for Buffalo youth to take advantage of the NY Youth Works program. To participate, individuals must apply for certification from the NYS Department of Labor by December 31, 2012.

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Clerk Jacobs and Marrano Homes Mark Milestone with “THANK-A-VET” Discount Program

Submitted by Mike Cecchini on Tuesday, November 13th, 6:30 pm

Erie County, NY- Erie County Clerk Chris Jacobs, along with “THANK-A-VET” participating merchant Marrano Homes hosted a Veterans Day Outreach, where veterans were invited to enroll in the County Clerk’s “THANK-A-VET” Discount Program. The event was held in one of Marrano’s new innovative green model homes located in Princeton Estates in West Seneca.

“The program is a way for us to recognize the service and sacrifices made by the over 53,000 veterans in Erie County,” Jacobs said. “I am delighted that Marrano Homes enlisted in our “THANK-A-VET” initiative and offers such generous discounts to veterans who purchase one of their new homes.”

This event also served to mark the programs milestone of signing-on over 350 businesses throughout Erie County and issuing over 2,000 Discount Cards to area veterans. Marrano Homes was one of the first merchants to sign-on to the program soon after Jacobs took office.