Fri, Nov 18th 2022 05:20 pm
Severe winter weather is hitting parts of Western and Central New York today, namely the Buffalo and Watertown regions. AAA Orchard Park and Watertown offices are closed today, while AAA crews have been busy responding to road service calls amid wintry conditions.
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Fri, Nov 18th 2022 10:25 am
Inches of snow are predicted to fall well into the weekend in Western and Central New York, leaving cars and sidewalks buried. The coming snowfall may also leave potentially life-saving equipment hidden - your fire hydrant and home ventilation systems.
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Fri, Nov 18th 2022 09:10 am
Physicians throughout UBMD Physicians' Group practices warn to prepare for the winter storm and take precautions to stay safe.
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Fri, Nov 18th 2022 09:10 am
New York Attorney General Letitia James on Thursday issued an alert reminding consumers and businesses in Western New York and the North Country against price-gouging amid the snowstorm and declared state of emergency.
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Fri, Nov 18th 2022 08:20 am
All Catholic Health and Trinity Medical physician practices and clinics in Erie County (only) are closed. All Niagara County practices are open as usual. All Catholic Health laboratory service centers are closed.
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Fri, Nov 18th 2022 08:05 am
The State of Emergency from Erie County remains in effect.
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Thu, Nov 17th 2022 08:10 pm
With a massive winter storm predicted to cause hazardous road conditions, Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz issued a state of emergency declaration starting at 8 p.m. This declaration will be in effect until further notice.
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Thu, Nov 17th 2022 09:35 am
Winter weather is in the forecast, 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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Tue, Nov 15th 2022 04:15 pm
The Western New York Land Conservancy has named Jon Kaledin as its new executive director, effective Jan. 9, 2023. He will succeed longtime Executive Director Nancy Smith.
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Mon, Nov 14th 2022 02:55 pm
During the next couple of weeks, Salvation Army locations throughout the region will kick off their annual "red kettle fundraisers" and Christmas assistance programs. These programs will provide local families and individuals in need with food, clothing and presents under the Christmas tree for their children.
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Mon, Nov 14th 2022 02:55 pm
As the Thanksgiving season approaches, many families and children are giving thanks and giving back - to children in need around the world through Operation Christmas Child.
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Mon, Nov 14th 2022 02:15 pm
The Zonta Club of Kenmore kicked-off a month of activism for women by welcoming Deputy County Executive Lisa M. Chimera to its monthly business meeting on Nov. 2. Chimera spoke to the needs of local women and the county's efforts to meet these needs. There was also discussion on advocacy, and what actions Zonta members could take to address these needs.
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Sat, Nov 12th 2022 11:50 am
Daniel Morano's family said service to others was a big part of his life, both in the military and in his civilian life.
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Sat, Nov 12th 2022 11:45 am
The late Bud Long served in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II as an airplane mechanic. This is the second part of his recollections of his experiences during World War II.
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Sat, Nov 12th 2022 11:15 am
Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) Corp. recently announced it is one of America's 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery, according to new research released by Healthgrades, a leading marketplace connecting doctors and patients.
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Sat, Nov 5th 2022 11:10 am
Last Thursday, Grand Island High School PTSA sponsored a schoolwide visit by resilience speaker Duncan Kirkwood. With high energy and personal stories, Duncan talked about the power of resilience - and how passion, perseverance, kindness and purpose lead to success.
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Sat, Nov 5th 2022 11:05 am
The Town of Grand Island cordially invites veterans, family members and friends to attend the Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at the Veterans Park Memorial Wall in Veterans Park, 1717 Bedell Road.
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Sat, Nov 5th 2022 11:00 am
At 22 years old, cosmetologist Theresa West is a business owner, doing the work that she loves most.
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Fri, Nov 4th 2022 03:20 pm
Continuing the community service it has offered for years, the Western New York Independent Living Family of Agencies is enabling citizens with disabilities to participate in the electoral process by offering free, curb-to-curb rides in its vans - one standard and one wheelchair-lift-equipped - to polling places in Erie, Niagara and Genesee counties.
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Fri, Nov 4th 2022 03:15 pm
The Erie County Department of Health and Kaleida Health are alerting local residents of a surge in pediatric respiratory illnesses.
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Fri, Nov 4th 2022 12:40 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins joined Viridi Chairman and CEO Jon M. Williams to highlight the Buffalo company's role as a national green energy sector leader.
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Fri, Nov 4th 2022 12:15 pm
The next meeting of the Buffalo and Erie County Greenway Fund Standing Committee will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, 726 Exchange St. The meeting agenda includes establishment of the 2023 grant schedule for applicants who are seeking Greenway project funding in the current round of requests. It is open to the public.
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Fri, Nov 4th 2022 12:15 pm
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz recently announced Lisa Chimera will serve as the county's next deputy executive. Chimera has served as an Erie County legislator (3rd District) since July 2019, serving the communities of Tonawanda and Kenmore, along with the Black Rock, Riverside and University Heights areas of the City of Buffalo.
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Thu, Nov 3rd 2022 09:25 am
On Wednesday, Congressman Brian Higgins and Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz visited Stack Burger in Lackawanna to highlight efforts to boost small businesses in Erie County through the microenterprise loan/grant program. The initiative provides small businesses with five employees or fewer with loan/grant funding of up to $35,000 thanks to resources made available through the federal CARES Act.
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Wed, Nov 2nd 2022 02:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul and Congressman Brian Higgins on Tuesday announced New York was awarded $500,000 in federal funding to further the state's efforts in combatting targeted violence and domestic terrorism.
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Tue, Nov 1st 2022 01:55 pm
Starting Nov. 1, the Erie County Department of Health is offering free and confidential monkeypox vaccines to eligible Erie County residents at their homes or any location in Erie County through its "Vax Visit" program. This is part of ECDOH's monkeypox vaccine outreach campaign, which began in July in coordination with Evergreen Health, MOCHA Buffalo, the Pride Center of WNY, Upstate NY Black and Latino Pride, and GLYS WNY.
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Mon, Oct 31st 2022 10:55 am
Santa's little elves are busy at work helping you save big once again this holiday season, with the return of Tops Christmas Bonus! Turn one stop into huge savings on groceries, gas and your holiday gifts!
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Sat, Oct 29th 2022 07:00 am
In last week's Islandwide Dispatch, Town Supervisor John C. Whitney, P.E., revealed he will not seek reelection when his term expires at the end of 2023. He also explained Acquest Development Inc., owner of the property where the proposed Amazon warehouse was to be built, presented the town with a plan to build a 1.1 million-square-foot, one-floor, high-bay warehouse on the site.
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Sat, Oct 29th 2022 07:00 am
The office of The Sokody Sales team, located at 1939 Grand Island Blvd., is more than just a workplace; it is a place where "work would be considered like home," said owner Jason Sokody.
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Sat, Oct 29th 2022 07:00 am
Progress continues toward residential living at the Radisson Hotel -- Niagara Falls -- Grand Island property at Whitehaven and East River roads. A number of procedural steps were taken at last month's Grand Island Town Board meeting, and further action is expected at November's Planning Board meeting.
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Sat, Oct 29th 2022 07:00 am
Bud Long was born in Tonawanda and spent most of his childhood and youth living on a five-acre farm on Grand Island. When he graduated from Tonawanda High School, his father asked him if he was going to work on the family farm, but he had other ideas.
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Fri, Oct 28th 2022 05:00 pm
Holiday Happenings, held at the Grand Island Golden Age Center, featured a number of vendors and crafters, who sold such things as notecards, book pillows, jams and jellies, winter squash, soaps, homemade candies, and handmade blankets. In addition, people could buy lunch, prepared by the center's cook, or they could buy baked goods, prepared by members of the Golden Age Center.
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Fri, Oct 28th 2022 03:15 pm
The Maguire Family of Dealerships on Thursday announced its acquisition of Fuccillo Chevrolet of Grand Island, Fuccillo Toyota of Grand Island, and Fuccillo Hyundai of Grand Island from the Fuccillo Auto Group, marking the Maguire family of dealerships' first entrance into the Greater Buffalo market.
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Fri, Oct 28th 2022 12:15 pm
A new, fun feature of the Independent Health Foundation's First Night Buffalo 2023 will highlight the talent of Western New York kids. Children 17 years old and younger are invited to submit a video clip of their best touchdown celebrations or traditional talents to the Independent Health Foundation to be shared and awarded as part of First Night Buffalo 2023.
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Fri, Oct 28th 2022 12:15 pm
For the second consecutive year, the 716 Patriots Baseball Organization, in coordination with BBQ Weider's, will host a chicken barbecue fundraiser. The event will take place from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, at the George W. Lamm Post, 962 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville.
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Wed, Oct 26th 2022 09:55 am
PrEP Aware Week (Oct. 24-31) is a time to raise awareness about the importance of HIV prevention, and the availability of a bimonthly injectable PrEP formulation. This observance gives community organizations, health care clinics, schools and public health departments the chance to raise awareness about HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP).
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Tue, Oct 25th 2022 04:05 pm
Fantastic Friends of WNY will hold its fourth annual "Fantastic Friends Rock the Runway" fashion show, which includes a live and silent auction. The event will take place at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Forbes Theater at 500 Pearl, Buffalo.
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Tue, Oct 25th 2022 03:30 pm
The Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will host a research roundtable from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, at City Honors School in Buffalo to share the latest developments in Alzheimer's and dementia research.
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Tue, Oct 25th 2022 03:30 pm
Registration is now open for a special conference titled "Focusing on the Future of Northeast Agriculture: Adapt. Advance. Achieve." It will be held Dec. 6 at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Buffalo. The event will focus on the changing climates impacting farmers: business, market and weather patterns.
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Mon, Oct 24th 2022 03:50 pm
One dose of flu vaccine can prevent the body aches, fevers, chills, stuffy nose, sore throat and general sense of feeling awful that the typical influenza infection causes.
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