Mon, Sep 30th 2019 07:25 pm
A prestigious and highly competitive National Institutes of Health program called the Helping to End Addiction Long-term (HEAL) Initiative, has issued awards to two University at Buffalo faculty members who are studying how to develop novel, nonaddicting painkillers.
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Mon, Sep 30th 2019 07:25 pm
People who are self-employed in some of the lowest paid and most popular jobs are at the greatest risk of being displaced by artificial intelligence (AI), according to new research from the University at Buffalo School of Management.
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Mon, Sep 30th 2019 07:25 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins joined staff and board members of the Richardson Olmsted Campus to celebrate the award of a $400,000 "Save America's Treasures" grant. The federal funding will be used on roofing to stabilize and preserve the integrity of four buildings on the campus.
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Mon, Sep 30th 2019 07:25 pm
Erie County is feeling less fiscal stress for 2018, according to a report issued by New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli examining the fiscal conditions of municipalities across the state.
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Mon, Sep 30th 2019 07:25 pm
On Saturday, Oct. 5, Villa Maria students, faculty and staff will join forces in an effort to make the Buffalo community a better place through service.
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Mon, Sep 30th 2019 07:05 pm
Niagara County Legislature Chairman Wm. Keith McNall, who represents the 13th District, has officially announced his candidacy for reelection.
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Mon, Sep 30th 2019 07:05 pm
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.65, down 2 cents since last week. One year ago, the price was $2.88. The New York state average is $2.74, down a penny from last week. A year ago, the state average was $2.99.
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Mon, Sep 30th 2019 09:25 am
The Arts Council for Wyoming County will present the 44th annual Letchworth Arts and Crafts Show & Sale on Columbus Day weekend (Oct. 12-14).
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Mon, Sep 30th 2019 09:25 am
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens announces a fun, indoor family event, the "BOOtanical Celebration." This Halloween celebration will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19. A special Halloween themed make-it, take-it workshop for kids, the "Spooky Succulent Garden," will also be held at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
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Mon, Sep 30th 2019 09:25 am
The Weatherization Assistance Program was created at the federal level in 1976 in response to a national energy crisis. Since its inception, it has continued to serve as the nation's core program for delivering energy-efficient services to eligible households in every state in America, with priority given to the elderly, persons with disabilities, and households with children.
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Mon, Sep 30th 2019 09:25 am
Our Lady of Peace residents and associates celebrated the nomination and selection of six members of their team as the most recent Spotlight Award recipients. The accolade recognizes associates for going above and beyond in meeting the needs of those under their care.
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Mon, Sep 30th 2019 09:25 am
Niagara Hospice will celebrate the 28th anniversary of its longest-running fundraiser, "Cocktails and CA$H," at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11. The event will be held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension at 4487 Lake Road, Lockport. It is presented by the Niagara Hospice board of directors.
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Mon, Sep 30th 2019 07:00 am
The Herschell Carrousel Factory is hosting its annual "Halloween Spooktacular" event from 5:30-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11, at 180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda. "Spooktacular" is a scare-free Halloween event that is suited for even the youngest members of the family.
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Sun, Sep 29th 2019 08:50 am
Rain put a damper on the first day of Lewiston''s Harvest and Wildlife festivals. Both events will look for a Sunday rebound.
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Sat, Sep 28th 2019 07:00 am
After undergoing emergency triple bypass surgery on Sept. 20 at the Gates Vascular Institute in Buffalo, John Whitney returned home four days later and said he absolutely remains the endorsed Republican and Independence Party candidate for Town of Grand Island supervisor.
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Sat, Sep 28th 2019 07:00 am
The Lewiston-based Home Assistance Referral Team held its seventh annual dinner and awards celebration Thursday night at the Niagara Falls Country Club.
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Sat, Sep 28th 2019 07:00 am
The people have spoken and have decided the best pizza in Western New York is made by an Island family.
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Sat, Sep 28th 2019 07:00 am
The Griffon House owners on Thursday officially declared they are coming to Youngstown and plan to move into the old grocery store that left the village with an empty storefront in 2018. The only questions remaining is how much will be invested and when.
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Sat, Sep 28th 2019 07:00 am
At its session earlier this month, the Youngstown Business and Professional Association reviewed recent developments as well as plans for events entering into this fall.
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Sat, Sep 28th 2019 07:00 am
Two weeks after the Lewiston Town Board held a public hearing regarding a proposed utility-grade solar energy system planned for 4352 Williams Road, a second hearing was announced at this week's session.
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Fri, Sep 27th 2019 09:25 pm
Niagara's Choice Federal Credit Union recently donated the proceeds from its annual charity golf tournament to local veterans organization SERV Niagara. The Niagara County-based credit union holds a golf tournament each August to raise funds for a local charity.
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Fri, Sep 27th 2019 08:55 pm
Kin Loch Farmstead is a sprawling, 37-acre plot on which Alex and Ryan Plante cultivated 2,000 lavender plants in 2018 and traded some growing space to Fran DePalma of Heirloom Soul Flowers. Since that time, the farm has outperformed expectations, receiving over 1,000 visitors during the summer who picked the freshly blooming lavender plants, take classes and experience country life.
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Fri, Sep 27th 2019 08:50 pm
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced this week New York residents can fish for free without a license in any of the 7,500 lakes and ponds or 70,000 miles of rivers and streams across the state on Saturday, Sept. 28.
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Fri, Sep 27th 2019 08:40 pm
The New York State Canal Corp. has opened a 2.1-mile section of the Erie Canalway Trail that will enable bikers, hikers and joggers to enjoy an uninterrupted 135-mile stretch of the trail stretching from Buffalo to the Finger Lakes.
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Fri, Sep 27th 2019 08:00 pm
WGRZ-TV purchased two full pages in the Buffalo Broadcasters Association program book to congratulate Jim Toellner, its president and general manager for the past 16 years, on his recent Hall of Fame induction. On the first page, it reads: "Your Friends and Family From 2 WGRZ On Your Side Are So Proud of You, We Needed An Extra Page to Show Everyone!"
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Fri, Sep 27th 2019 08:00 pm
Gauging the fallout of last week's unexpected closing of Youngstown's Mug and Musket Tavern by operators Catherine and Mike Stella, the ownership group of 418 Main Street is maintaining an optimistic view, both on the status of the property now for sale as well as the future of business in the village.
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Fri, Sep 27th 2019 08:00 pm
Staff and family Members of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services gathered Wednesday outside THE Center Street office in Lewiston for presentation of a $600 check to Chris Kreiger of WNY Heroes Inc. The annual presentation goes to assist WNY Heroes in its numerous endeavors on behalf of area veterans and their families.
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Fri, Sep 27th 2019 08:00 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins and representatives from the office of U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand are hosting Service Academy Night 2019, an opportunity for high school students, families, school administrators and counselors to learn more about service academy institutions, programs and the application process. The event begins at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, in the auditorium at Williamsville South High School, 5950 Main St., Williamsville.
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Fri, Sep 27th 2019 08:00 pm
On Sunday, Sept. 29, transportation network Lyft is offering a new deal for fans headed to the Buffalo Bills game vs. New England. Details include:
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Fri, Sep 27th 2019 08:00 pm
Pegula Sports & Entertainment welcomed EnergyMark as the Official Energy Supplier of the Buffalo Bills. The Williamsville-based company will now provide New Era Field and ADPRO Sports Training Center with electricity and natural gas supply services.
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Fri, Sep 27th 2019 08:00 pm
The Niagara County Legislature unanimously approved $134,000 last week to support the Lockport Locks Heritage District Corp.'s "Lock Tenders Tribute" project.
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Thu, Sep 26th 2019 05:20 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will honor a longtime physician and a television anchor/reporter for their service to the hospital and the community at the 2020 Premier, Memorial's annual black tie gala.
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Thu, Sep 26th 2019 05:20 pm
New York State Sen. Rob Ortt on Thursday recognized the Western New York Ovarian Cancer Project "for its outstanding efforts in raising awareness of the danger that ovarian cancer presents the women of New York."
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Thu, Sep 26th 2019 05:10 pm
The University at Buffalo, in partnership with West Side Neighborhood Housing Services Inc., is expanding the financial incentive to UB employees considering purchasing homes in neighborhoods surrounding the university's South Campus in Buffalo.
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Thu, Sep 26th 2019 05:10 pm
An in-depth investigative study by Better Business Bureau finds business email compromise scams are skyrocketing in frequency and have cost businesses and other organizations more than $3 billion since 2016.
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Thu, Sep 26th 2019 05:05 pm
Girl Scouts of Western New York will recognize nine honorees at the 2019 Women of Distinction Dinner & Awards Ceremony at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Buffalo. More than 430 guests are expected to attend this top women's event of the year.
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Thu, Sep 26th 2019 05:05 pm
St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral, 139 Pearl St., Buffalo, invites the public to the free mini-festival celebrating our animal companions in honor of the Feast of St. Francis. Free kids' activities and treats for all will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon. The Buffalo Animal Shelter will bring adoptable cats and dogs.
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Thu, Sep 26th 2019 04:30 pm
The Village of Youngstown will host a representative from the Niagara County Veterans Service Agency from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9. All veterans and family members are welcome to make an appointment with an accredited representative to discuss benefits, programs, health care and services that may be available as the result of active duty, military or naval service.
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Thu, Sep 26th 2019 07:00 am
The Giving Project has a new look and campaign this summer to benefit the Almost Home Animal Rescue, K9 Youth Alliance and the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). Founder of The Giving Project, Joseph Castle, aims to expand the innovative form of giving on a national level by teaming up with actor Ryan Hurst, who plays Opie on the FX series "Sons of Anarchy" and Beta from AMC's "The Walking Dead." The sweepstakes includes a custom Harley-Davidson motorcycle built by MotorCity Customs and a meet-and-greet with Hurst.
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Thu, Sep 26th 2019 07:00 am
Congressman Chris Collins announced $224,975 in federal funding for Neurovascular Diagnostics Inc. located in Buffalo. This grant was awarded through the Department of Health and Human Services' National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
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