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Jan. 20th, 2022 8:35 pm
Beginning Jan. 22, the Department of Homeland Security will require non-U.S. individuals seeking to enter the U.S. via land ports of entry and ferry terminals at the U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada borders to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, and provide related proof of vaccination. These new restrictions will apply to non-U.S. individuals who are traveling for both essential and nonessential reasons. They will not apply to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or U.S. nationals.
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Jan. 20th, 2022 8:35 pm
Robert Irvine and Jon Taffer are tops at turning around the fortunes of failing businesses in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Saving hundreds of locations throughout their careers, they have seen it all, from terrible food and unappealing restaurant décor to combative owners. Now, these larger-than-life personalities face off for the first time in the new three-episode series, "Restaurant Rivals: Irvine vs. Taffer," with all episodes available to stream on Thursday, March 3, on discovery+.
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Jan. 20th, 2022 8:20 pm
On Thursday, New York State Sen. Sean Ryan and Assembly member Kimberly Jean-Pierre announced their plans to fight to restore proposed cuts to library capital funding in the fiscal year 2022-23 state budget. The executive budget proposal released earlier this week would cut library construction aid to $14 million from the $34 million allocated in the FY 2021-22 state budget.
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Jan. 20th, 2022 8:20 pm
The New York State Public Service Commission on Thursday approved the first phase of a program where low-income electric customers of National Grid currently enrolled in the company's energy affordability program (EAP) will be automatically enrolled in a new expanded solar-for-all program (E-SFA), which, when fully implemented, will save these customers an estimated $5 a month on their utility bills.
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Jan. 20th, 2022 8:15 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, on behalf of the Seneca Nation of Indians, is urging the U.S. Department of the Interior to include the former Thomas Indian School, located on the Cattaraugus Territory, in the department's Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative. The school was attended by hundreds of Seneca and other indigenous children, severely impacting native culture and language.
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Jan. 20th, 2022 8:00 pm
The Erie County Department of Health offered another update to school district superintendents and non-public school administrators on Thursday.
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Jan. 20th, 2022 7:55 pm
The Niagara County Department of Public Works on Thursday announced Tom Yeager, the longtime PGA golf pro at the Niagara County Golf Course in Lockport, will be retiring after two decades working for Niagara County and more than 40 years in the golf profession. Yeager's retirement is official on March 18.
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Jan. 20th, 2022 7:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday announced $25 million in grant awards have been made to nonprofit organizations and municipalities in every region of New York to support safe and affordable homeownership. The grants will help low- and moderate-income homeowners make repairs or safety upgrades to their homes and provide down payment assistance for first-time buyers.
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Jan. 19th, 2022 6:15 pm
Spring is right around the corner, ushering in the return of Food Network's beloved seasonal competitions and talent.
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Jan. 19th, 2022 6:10 pm
Guy Fieri is back with his iconic culinary competition, "Tournament of Champions III," premiering on Food Network and discovery+ on Sunday, Feb. 27 (8 p.m. ET/PT).
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Jan. 19th, 2022 5:15 pm
Canisius College has received a $500,000 grant from The John R. Oishei Foundation to support the completion of Science Hall.
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Jan. 19th, 2022 4:50 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced $10 million in new federal funding provided through the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Law will be invested in Times Beach Nature Preserve on Buffalo's Outer Harbor. The funding was included in a list of waterway and port infrastructure projects released by the White House that will be led by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
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Jan. 19th, 2022 4:50 pm
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Jan. 19th, 2022 4:50 pm
A recent study undertaken by the Cornell University ILR School in Buffalo, in partnership with the Live Well Erie Emergency Child Care Task Force, child care providers, and public officials has put a stark focus on the issue of child care in Erie County and the gross disparities that exist between the needs for equitably accessible, quality child care and current funding models, according to the Office of Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz.
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Jan. 19th, 2022 4:50 pm
Shea's Performing Arts Center is proud to welcome Evans Bank as its newest corporate partner.
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Jan. 19th, 2022 4:50 pm
The New York State Senate Republican Conference on Wednesday called upon Gov. Kathy Hochul and Democrats to end what they called "one-size-fits-all Albany mandates, and return to a system of governance based on facts, collaborative decision making, and guidance."
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Jan. 19th, 2022 4:50 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the passage of S. 452, the Willie O'Ree Congressional Gold Medal Act. The bill, co-led by Higgins and Congressman Mike Quigley - who serve as co-chairs of the Congressional Hockey Caucus - honors the legacy of the first Black player in the National Hockey League, Willie O'Ree, by providing him with the Congressional Gold Medal.
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Jan. 19th, 2022 4:50 pm
The New York State Association of REALTORS Inc. recently released the following statement:
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Jan. 19th, 2022 4:50 pm
Several of Western New York's largest tech employers are teaming up to solve a challenge facing companies across the country: developing and attracting technology talent. ACV Auctions, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York, M&T Bank, Moog and Rich Products are investing in the region's first data analytics bootcamp, a free training program that will empower community members to learn in-demand skills that lead to tech jobs.
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Jan. 19th, 2022 4:50 pm
The Erie County Soil and Water Conservation District will again sponsor the annual Erie County Envirothon competition for high school students. The program is a problem-solving natural resource competition designed to help students develop into environmentally aware and action-oriented adults.
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Jan. 18th, 2022 4:40 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the federal government has launched a new website for Americans to request at-home COVID-19 test kits delivered to their homes free of charge. The website, www.covidtests.gov, is now live in beta test phase. The program officially launches on Wednesday. Residents can begin ordering their tests today.
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Jan. 18th, 2022 11:40 am
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball announced applications are open for the 2022 Agricultural Environmental Management (AEM) Leopold Conservation Award.
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Jan. 18th, 2022 11:10 am
The spring semester represents the academic home stretch, that time of the school year when students can see the finish line. But that doesn't mean they should coast their way to the end of the year. Be sure that they're properly equipped to put in their best effort.
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Jan. 18th, 2022 11:10 am
A frosty winter wonderland is fun to experience - outside. Inside is another story. By keeping your home heating system running at peak performance, you'll lower your winter utility bills and experience increased comfort.
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Jan. 18th, 2022 10:25 am
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Jan. 17th, 2022 5:10 pm
Ransomville Speedway will host driver meetings for all classes on Saturday, Jan. 29, at the Ransomville Fire Co., 2521 Youngstown Lockport Road.
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Jan. 17th, 2022 1:35 pm
While the rest of the world may be struggling to keep up with their New Year's resolutions just a few weeks after they started them, you can proudly say you're still on track, thanks to the abundance of resources right at your fingertips at your local Tops Friendly Markets.
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Jan. 17th, 2022 1:35 pm
Tops Friendly Markets has a unique opportunity for students in grades 3-5 grade to shine.
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Jan. 17th, 2022 1:35 pm
The Kenmore Lions Club is hosting its Lion Donald A. Kossuth P. E. Scholarship competition, which is open to high school seniors residing in Kenmore and the Town of Tonawanda.
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Jan. 17th, 2022 1:35 pm
Tax receipts for the first nine months of state fiscal year (SFY) 2021-22 continue to exceed projections, totaling $84.4 billion.
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Jan. 17th, 2022 1:35 pm
Villa Maria College is welcoming back students by hosting a free textbook and supplies distribution event to kick off the spring semester with well-known Buffalonians Russell Salvatore, New York State Sen. Tim Kennedy, Dave Graber, Say Yes Buffalo and Hyatt's, along with other friends of the college.
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Jan. 17th, 2022 9:50 am
Due to severe winter weather conditions, AAA is experiencing high call volume today. In such situations, AAA prioritizes service requests in an effort to assist stranded motorists who are in dangerous roadside conditions first, before those who are safe at home. Anyone in an emergency situation should call 911.
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Jan. 17th, 2022 9:45 am
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, City of Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown recently joined with the Division of Citizen Services and the Buffalo Police Department to announce donation boxes for new coats, gloves, hats, scarves and socks were placed in the lobby of Buffalo City Hall. Donations will be collected through Feb. 1.
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Jan. 17th, 2022 9:45 am
Assembly member Kevin A. Cahill (D-Ulster, Dutchess) recently introduced legislation that would update the New York State Returnable Container Law, expanding the list of redeemable bottles and raising the deposit to a 10-cent return (A.8668, Cahill).
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Jan. 17th, 2022 9:20 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.31, up 1 cent from last week. One year ago, the price was $2.39. The New York state average is $3.48, no change from last week. A year ago, the NYS average was $2.47.
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Jan. 17th, 2022 9:15 am
Winter weather has arrived, and AAA has tips to keep everyone safe on the roads. About 46% of crashes involving bad weather take place in the winter, making this the worst time of year for driving in treacherous conditions.
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Jan. 15th, 2022 7:00 am
The Grand Island School District is moving forward with the "test to stay" strategy, which the district has piloted since Dec. 6.
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Jan. 14th, 2022 5:05 pm
Beginning the week of Jan. 18, the Niagara County Community College site will reopen at Building G, 3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn. Daily hours of operation will be 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Jan. 14th, 2022 4:50 pm
As New York state's eviction moratorium law expires on Saturday, Jan. 15, Mayor Byron Brown, board chair of the Buffalo Urban Renewal Agency (BURA), informs tenants that $3.4 million in "Stand Up Buffalo" rental assistance funds are available for tenants facing eviction.
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Jan. 14th, 2022 4:20 pm
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz was joined Friday by Erie County Legislature Chair April N.M. Baskin (2nd district) and legislators Howard Johnson (1st district) and Lisa Chimera (3rd district) as he signed the Erie County Health Equity Act of 2021 into law. Local Law Intro. No. 3-1-2021 creates an office of health equity within the Erie County Health Department.
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Jan. 14th, 2022 4:20 pm
For Natalie Barnhard and her dream of opening a recovery center for people who have a spinal cord injury, all the right puzzle pieces fell into place at the right time. The Natalie Barnhard Center for Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation and Recovery opened in Buffalo this fall, welcoming clients who would otherwise have to travel hundreds of miles to find a similar place to work out and, perhaps just as important, bond with other spinal cord injured clients.
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Jan. 14th, 2022 4:20 pm
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) and Office of General Services (OGS) on Friday announced a record-breaking number of students participated in the 2022 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Fine Arts and Essay Exhibition.
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Jan. 14th, 2022 4:20 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced New York is set to receive a record $378.4 million federal investment in bridges in 2022 thanks to funding provided through the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Law. Nearly $1.9 billion will be allocated for New York bridges over the next five years.
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Jan. 14th, 2022 4:20 pm
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection on Friday issued a consumer alert about the dangers of carbon monoxide and fire hazards in extreme cold weather. The winter months pose the most risk for these hazards - as the temperatures drop, consumers may turn to dangerous heating alternatives to stay warm. Propane heaters, generators, space heaters and/or outdoor grills all pose lethal risks of carbon monoxide poisoning and fire hazards when used improperly.
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Jan. 14th, 2022 11:00 am
The level of excitement in DiMino Tops Lewiston owner Anthony DiMino's voice last spring when announcing the arrival of Boar's Head products was matched this week by a level of disappointment in revealing the deli line is going away.
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