Tue, Apr 30th 2019 05:00 pm
The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo and UB's Clinical Research Institute on Addictions (CRIA) have joined the National Academy of Medicine Action Collaborative on Countering the U.S. Opioid Epidemic, which was announced Tuesday. This joint commitment makes UB one of more than 100 organizations that have joined this national effort.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2019 04:00 pm
Artpark & Company's gala event will raise funds to benefit community arts programming presented at the venue throughout the summer months. At this event on May 4, Artpark will honor its past and celebrate the future at the new Aloft Hotel in Buffalo.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2019 01:15 pm
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the availability of nearly $87 million in grant funding to assist states, tribes and territories with improving drinking water. New York is eligible to receive up to $3.7 million in available funding.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2019 01:10 pm
In an effort to better understand how gender may affect women's vascular health, physicians and surgeons at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo are holding a Women's Vascular Summit on May 3-4 at the Jacobs School.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2019 01:00 pm
Chancellor Kristina M. Johnson announced The State University of New York is joining forces with New York state's energy agencies to launch the "Clean Energy Roadmap," which will accelerate progress toward Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo's goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 40 percent by 2030.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2019 01:00 pm
Health care practitioners are split when it comes to opinions on which provider should take the lead in prescribing pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), which is administered to people at high risk for HIV.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2019 01:00 pm
You're invited to attend an affordable, regionwide shopping spree the weekend of Friday, June 7, through Sunday, June 9. Niagara Frontier Publications' annual 10 Mile Garage & Sidewalk Sale will, once again, pair unique sellers with eager buyers.
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Tue, Apr 30th 2019 08:55 am
The Nancy Price Memorial 5K Run will be held Saturday, May 11, starting at the Youngstown Fire Hall, 625 Third St. The race route will take runners through the village and along the river walking path at Fort Niagara State Park, ultimately ending back at the Youngstown Fire Department.
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Mon, Apr 29th 2019 06:10 pm
The Erie County Department of Environment and Planning and its environmental partners are inviting residents to join them at the Buffalo Museum of Science to recognize local students who have made art inspired to protect the environment.
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Mon, Apr 29th 2019 05:20 pm
As the nation continues to be captivated by James Holzhauer - the million-dollar man on "Jeopardy!" - it was Sandy Blackwell Yates who put on a show Saturday night at the Brickyard Brewing Company. She captained her team to a resounding victory in "Lewiston Jeopardy," earning a large trophy and the applause of an impressed audience.
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Mon, Apr 29th 2019 04:05 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has proclaimed April 29 through May 5 as "AAA School Safety Patrol Week" in New York state in recognition of the fine efforts of school safety patrol members.
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Mon, Apr 29th 2019 03:55 pm
A large crowd gathered at the Red Brick Municipal Building on Saturday to participate in the annual Earth Day spring cleanup. People spruced up neighboring roads and public areas. Refreshment were provided.
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Mon, Apr 29th 2019 03:45 pm
Get to the Erie County Fair early on Wednesday, Aug. 14, and hit the chow line for "Breakfast With Champions."
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Mon, Apr 29th 2019 03:45 pm
Buffalo Prep, an organization dedicated to providing local, talented, underrepresented youth access to and preparation for college preparatory high schools and higher education, will host its 2019 "Celebration of Achievement" event presented by M&T Bank on Thursday, May 2. The event will honor high school seniors who have successfully completed Buffalo Prep's academic enrichment programs.
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Mon, Apr 29th 2019 03:45 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins joined The Service Collaborative of WNY Inc. Executive Director Kate Sarata and other partners to announce a federal grant through the Corporation for National and Community Service for a new early intervention effort to provide a foundation that prepares preschool children for success in mathematics.
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Mon, Apr 29th 2019 01:30 pm
Law enforcement personnel who died in the line of duty will be honored at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, at the 22nd annual Niagara Interfaith Chaplaincy Police Memorial Service.
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Mon, Apr 29th 2019 01:25 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the first Saturday in May marks the beginning of the fishing season for several popular coolwater sportfish species, including walleye, northern pike, pickerel and tiger muskellunge. He noted the coolwater conditions of early spring can render walleye and northern pike fishing particularly good, and anglers are encouraged to take advantage of the many opportunities New York has to offer.
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Mon, Apr 29th 2019 11:45 am
Popular hitmakers Sugar Ray & Better Than Ezra with special guest Emerson Hart of Tonic will perform on July 9 in the Artpark Amphitheater as part of "Tuesdays in the Park presented by M&T Bank" concert series. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, May 3.
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Mon, Apr 29th 2019 07:00 am
The Niagara County Central Rotary is sponsoring its 36th annual Roger W. Andrews Senior Citizen Breakfast at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, May 11, at the Niagara-Wheatfield High School cafeteria, 2292 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn.
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Mon, Apr 29th 2019 07:00 am
The Chromatic Club of Buffalo will hold its spring concert on Sunday, May 5, at the First Presbyterian Church of Lewiston, 505 Cayuga St. The event will begin at 3 p.m., and refreshments will be served following the performance of classical music and show tunes.
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Mon, Apr 29th 2019 07:00 am
The Buffalo History Museum will host the 20th annual "Paint the Town" event from 5:30- 8:30 p.m. May 16. "Paint the Town" brings regional artists, art collectors and passionate museum supporters together to raise funds for the museum through live and silent auctions featuring local art.
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Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
The Erie County Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry, in conjunction with the Department of Senior Services, will debut a series of free weekly hikes geared toward seniors beginning on May 2.
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Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
Homeless neighbors in Western New York were a bit warmer this winter because of the efforts of people from Grand Island.
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Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo on Wednesday announced $30.1 million in new funding has been awarded for 15 projects, including one on Grand Island, that support bicycle and pedestrian enhancements, as well as projects specifically targeted toward improving air quality in Western New York.
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Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
Warm weather has finally arrived in Lewiston and with it the Lewiston Family Spring Fling. This event is a way to celebrate winter's end, and the chance to renew old friendships and make new ones.
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Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
An exciting new vibe is starting to be felt up in Youngstown.
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Sat, Apr 27th 2019 07:00 am
While 2018 was the year in which The Silo Restaurant looked to its past, 2019 is all about looking to - and preserving - the future.
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Fri, Apr 26th 2019 07:10 pm
As part of the recent "Shop Hop" event in Lewiston, the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce held a contest to name the Easter Bunny. More than 70 entries were submitted. The Chamber of Commerce staff had a hard time deciding what name would be best. After much consideration, the winning name is "Mary Hoppins."
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Fri, Apr 26th 2019 06:45 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins and Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz were joined by Buffalo City Court Judge Craig Hannah to announce a new federal grant to expand services and support for Buffalo Opioid Intervention Court (OIC) participants. The $2 million award to the Erie County Department of Mental Health, provided through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, brings a community care management model of services to the court. It will expand the court's ability to serve more people.
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Fri, Apr 26th 2019 06:45 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns is warning Erie County residents of a phone scam where incoming calls will appear on a caller ID display as coming from the Erie County Clerk's Office. The scammer then requests personal identifying information while proposing to offer debt relief services.
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Fri, Apr 26th 2019 06:40 pm
Several Niagara University food and consumer packaged goods marketing students sharpened their business skills by participating in case competitions at two conferences held in February.
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Fri, Apr 26th 2019 06:35 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins was joined by VA Western New York Healthcare System Executive Director Michael J. Swartz and Associate Chief of Staff for research and professor of medicine, anesthesiology and environmental health at the University of Buffalo Dr. Ali El-solh, to announce federal grants from the Department of Veterans Affairs supporting three separate research projects at the Buffalo VA Medical Center. The three grants represent a total of $2,413,635 in funding awarded to the Buffalo VA.
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Fri, Apr 26th 2019 06:30 pm
Research studying "clergy privilege" by UB School of Law Associate Professor Christine Pedigo Bartholomew heavily influenced legislation proposed by Assemblywoman Monica Piga Wallace to add clergy to the list of people in jobs required to report suspicions of child abuse.
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Fri, Apr 26th 2019 06:30 pm
In a new class, University at Buffalo students are confronting the challenge of climate change by working with local companies to cut their carbon footprints.
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Fri, Apr 26th 2019 07:00 am
The Made in America Store, which offers 100% U.S.-made products, announced a brand-new e-commerce site for retail, wholesale, tours and events.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 01:20 pm
Rochester Gas and Electric and New York State Electric and Gas, subsidiaries of AVANGRID Inc., a diversified energy and utility company, reminded contractors that every excavation project, no matter how large or small, always requires a call to 811 (Dig Safely NY).
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 01:20 pm
The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute will host an American Culinary Federation (ACF) competition from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 27-28. This annual competition is geared toward promoting student and professional cooking excellence, and is open to the public for anyone interested in viewing the action. There is no charge to attend.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:55 pm
Several of the region's most prominent experts in information security will discuss the cybersecurity threat landscape that presently looms over numerous industries, such as banking, education, foodservice, government, health care and telecommunications, at Niagara University's cybersecurity forum. The event is set for 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, in the Statler Dining Room on the fourth floor of St. Vincent's Hall.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:55 pm
The Brain Injury Association of New York State (BIANYS) has received a major grant from the New York State Health Foundation (NYSHealth), which will fund a two-year project called "Improving Concussion Management for New York State Students." This project will address gaps in concussion management by training educators, parents and students around New York on "Return to Learn" protocols.
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Thu, Apr 25th 2019 12:35 pm
As part of New York's weeklong celebration of Earth Day, the state Department of Environmental Conservation and Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced New York will once again provide free first-time camper weekends this summer. Families that have never camped before will have the opportunity to enjoy the popular outdoor activity and be provided equipment, guidance and programs at select campgrounds.
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