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BestSelf Behavioral Health awarded nearly $50,000 in local and state grants
Thu, May 16th 2024 04:35 pm
BestSelf Behavioral Health (BBH) today announced four new grant awards that will help advance new programming, expand existing services, and sustain vital programs, specifically for infants and children throughout Western New York.
HOPE Day 2024 nets $434,778 for 100th annual Appeal
Thu, May 16th 2024 01:30 pm
HOPE Day, the annual 24-hour match challenge day of giving to benefit Appeal, raised a total of $434,778 toward the 100th annual Appeal's $9.5 million goal in support of Catholic Charities of Buffalo and the "Fund for the Faith."
Erie County Fair: Veteran & active military nominations now open; nominate a hero for flag retreat ceremony
Thu, May 16th 2024 01:20 pm
The Erie County Fair will honor veterans and active military during its 12-day event this August. Daily honorees will be chosen from nominations by the public and reviewed by a local committee. The public is asked to submit nominations for deserving individuals at www.ECFair.org/flagretreat or at any Made in America store by July 15.
Ryan selects Jessie Fisher as 2024 'Women of Distinction'
Thu, May 16th 2024 01:20 pm
On Tuesday, New York State Sen. Sean Ryan recognized Jessie Fisher, executive director of Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House, as a member of the 2024 New York State Senate "Women of Distinction" class of honorees.
Erie County Department of Public Works readies 'DPW Day' at Ellicott Creek Park
Wed, May 15th 2024 08:30 pm
The Erie County Department of Public Works, in conjunction with the Erie County Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry, is getting ready for "DPW Day" at Ellicott Creek Park this Saturday, May 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Erie County Department of Senior Services partnering with Blooming Health to expand communications with older adults
Mon, May 13th 2024 12:10 pm
The Erie County Department of Senior Services has announced a pilot program in partnership with Blooming Health that will greatly improve communications with constituents, allowing the department to communicate with older adults through voice calls, text messages and email in 70 different languages at the click of a button.
Town of Grand Island moratorium OK'd on big development
Sat, May 11th 2024 07:00 am
"No Giant Warehouse" were the words on protesters' signs prior to the Aug. 28, 2023, Town Board meeting.
Plants and 'Star Wars' celebrated at Shaded Dahlia
Sat, May 11th 2024 07:00 am
Just in time for the early spring gardening season, on May 4, the Shaded Dahlia, 2419 Grand Island Blvd., offered a plant pop-up sale just outside the store.
Relay For Life turns town purple
Sat, May 11th 2024 07:00 am
Purple was the color of the day on the morning of May 4 as Relay For Life volunteers gathered to celebrate "Paint the Town Purple Day" at Town Commons. Volunteers tied purple ribbons to trees, signs and other posts to remember all who have been touched by cancer.
Stamp Out Hunger: Letter Carriers food collection to benefit Grand Island Neighbors Foundation
Fri, May 10th 2024 03:35 pm
The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) will conduct its 32nd annual national food drive on Saturday, May 11.
Erie County, Tool Library launch lead safe tool borrowing program
Fri, May 10th 2024 03:15 pm
The season of spring cleaning and home improvement projects is upon us, and the Erie County Department of Health is partnering with the Tool Library to launch the lead safe tool borrowing program to ensure residents can complete home repairs and renovations as safely and inexpensively as possible.
Erie County Department of Social Services alerts public regarding New York's EBT system temporary outage on May 19
Fri, May 10th 2024 03:15 pm
The Erie County Department of Social Services advises the public that New York's Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) system will be temporarily unavailable on Sunday, May 19, between 12:01 and 11 a.m.
Lancaster man pleads guilty for vandalizing 'Patriots and Heroes Park'
Fri, May 10th 2024 03:15 pm
Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced 21-year-old Michael L. Stasiuk of Lancaster pleaded guilty yesterday afternoon before Lancaster Town Court Justice David S. Stabler to one count of criminal mischief in the fourth degree and one count of assault in the third degree (class "A" misdemeanors). He was sentenced to three years of probation and ordered to continue participation in mental health treatment.
Hochul announces completion of project to reduce bridge strikes at North Grand Island Bridges
Thu, May 9th 2024 03:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the completion of a $1.9 million project to help reduce instances of trucks and other over-height vehicles striking the underpasses leading to the North Grand Island Bridges in the City of Niagara Falls.
Smithsonian to screen 'gOD-TALK' documentary at Buffalo History Museum
Thu, May 9th 2024 02:15 pm
The Buffalo History Museum announced the Buffalo premiere of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) groundbreaking feature film, "gOD-TALK: Reimagining Faith in the 21st Century."
Help keep emergency rooms ready by giving blood or platelets
Thu, May 9th 2024 11:35 am
When every second counts, blood products can provide lifesaving care. The American Red Cross asks the public to give blood or platelets during Trauma Awareness Month in May to keep hospitals prepared for all transfusion needs, including emergencies. Type O blood donors and donors giving platelets are especially needed right now:
Hochul: $82 million available for New York state artists, arts & culture organizations
Wed, May 8th 2024 02:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the fiscal year 2025 opportunity guidelines for $82 million in New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) grants are now available for nonprofit arts and culture organizations and individual artists across New York.
Kearns reminds motorists of REAL ID deadline
Tue, May 7th 2024 05:40 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns is reminding motorists of the May 7, 2025, deadline to obtain an enhanced or REAL ID, for which you will need to board a flight within the U.S., or enter certain federal buildings including military bases, unless you have a valid U.S. passport or another federally accepted form of identification.
NYS: Worksport Ltd. will expand operations, creating 280 new jobs in Erie County
Tue, May 7th 2024 01:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Worksport Ltd. will invest $6 million and expand its state-of-the-art facility in the Town of West Seneca, adding 280 new jobs to its workforce. The company, which is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange, manufactures tonneau covers and solar-powered systems for pickup trucks.
Erie County debuts Overdose Prevention Task Force at quarterly meeting
Mon, May 6th 2024 03:00 pm
Local health leaders introduced the new name and structure of Erie County's Overdose Prevention Task Force at its quarterly meeting on Monday, May 6.
Get ready to dive into a sponge-tastic adventure with 'SpongeBob the Musical'
Sat, May 4th 2024 07:35 am
Get ready to set sail to Bikini Bottom as the Parish Players proudly present Nickelodeon's "SpongeBob the Musical," a spectacular production co-conceived by Tina Landau and Kyle Jarrow.
Town of Grand Island officials welcome $39M bridge upgrades
Sat, May 4th 2024 07:35 am
Good news has come Grand Island's way in the form of a $39 million federal grant earmarked for New York state to improve the South Grand Island Bridges.
Earth Day celebrated with an Islandwide cleanup
Sat, May 4th 2024 07:30 am
Members of the 8U Grand Island Viking softball team said they enjoyed participating in the April 20 Islandwide cleanup, despite brisk winds and cool temperatures.
May is Motorcycle Safety & Awareness Month
Fri, May 3rd 2024 07:00 am
The warmer weather has arrived, daylight hours are longer, it is finally spring and time to remind all vehicle drivers and motorcyclists that Motorcycle Safety is Everyone's Safety as we recognize May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.
Annual Development Disabilities Awareness Conference set for May in Niagara Falls
Thu, May 2nd 2024 10:50 pm
Registration is open for a staple of the area developmental disability community - the 36th annual Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day (DDDAY) taking place on Tuesday, May 21, at the Niagara Falls Convention Center (NFCC), 101 Old Falls St.
Erie County celebrates Older Americans, Mental Health Awareness Month in May
Thu, May 2nd 2024 10:00 pm
May is both Older Americans Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, and Erie County officials kicked off the month by joining 100 older adults for a tour of the Burchfield Penney Art Center as part of the Department of Senior Services' University Express program.
Appeal 2024 HOPE Day is Wednesday, May 15
Thu, May 2nd 2024 04:25 pm
HOPE Day, the annual 24-hour match challenge day of giving to benefit Appeal 2024 is Wednesday, May 15, across Western New York. The first $61,000 raised will be matched dollar-for-dollar from generous donors including Uniland Development, Catholic Health and OneBridge Benefits.
Nearly $60 million awarded to create new housing in 500 accessory dwelling units
Thu, May 2nd 2024 03:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $59 million has been awarded to local governments and nonprofit organizations in the first two rounds of the state's $85 million ADU Plus One program, which increases housing supply by providing resources for low- and middle-income homeowners to build or improve an accessory dwelling unit on their property.
Enjoy 'A Night at the Movies' with the Buffalo Wind Symphony
Thu, May 2nd 2024 03:25 pm
The Buffalo Wind Symphony will present "A Night at the Movies," a concert event celebrating music from iconic motion pictures.
Special election
Wed, May 1st 2024 09:15 am
At the Grand Island Memorial Library, approximately 300 voters come in Tuesday to cast ballots. Voter turnout was steady all day, unlike the presidential primary, when approximately 50 people came to vote. People who live in two election districts vote at the library. The districts were recently renumbered, although no district boundaries were changed.
Buffalo man receives maximum sentence for predatory sexual assault against a child
Tue, Apr 30th 2024 03:35 pm
Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced 51-year-old Steven Burr of Buffalo was sentenced this morning before State Supreme Court Justice Deborah A. Haendiges to 32 years to life in prison. He received the maximum sentence for his conviction.
Erie County Department of Senior Services' University Express program kicks off 2024 spring semester
Mon, Apr 29th 2024 03:30 pm
The Erie County Department of Senior Services has announced the schedule for the spring semester of the popular University Express program, which offers free classes for lifelong learners ages 55 and older.
Buffalo Niagara Partnership introduces free resource for WNY's small businesses
Mon, Apr 29th 2024 02:25 pm
Continuing a legacy of leading through actions that positively impact our community, the Buffalo Niagara Partnership is proud to mark Small Business Week with the introduction of a new membership level designed to fuel the growth of Western New York's smallest businesses.
Erie County Fair & James E. Strates Shows commemorate 100-year partnership
Mon, Apr 29th 2024 12:15 pm
Today marks 100 days until the 2024 Erie County Fair!
Grand Island Garden Walk set for July 14
Sat, Apr 27th 2024 07:00 am
Mark your calendars for Sunday, July 14, which is the annual Grand Island Garden Walk!
Drone mapping highlights flooding issues, Marston says
Sat, Apr 27th 2024 07:00 am
April showers bring May flowers, but on Grand Island, more rain has the potential to bring more drainage problems.
Grand Island Board of Education adopts 2024-25 budget
Sat, Apr 27th 2024 07:00 am
The Grand Island Board of Education voted April 16 in a special meeting held at the High School to adopt the district's $77,932,254 budget for the 2024-25 school year. This followed two days of discussion and debate.
Early voting underway in 26th Congressional District
Fri, Apr 26th 2024 11:00 am
Early voting is underway at the Grand Island Welcome Center for the 26th Congressional District race between Democratic New York State Sen. Tim Kennedy and Republican Gary Dickson, West Seneca supervisor.
Poloncarz delivers 2024 State of the County address
Thu, Apr 25th 2024 05:25 pm
On Wednesday, Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz was joined by elected officials, business and community leaders, members of the cultural and not-for-profit communities, and concerned citizens as he delivered his 2024 State of the County address in the recently refurbished auditorium of the Buffalo AKG Art Museum.
Ask The Expert: Vienna shares updates on real estate relationships, fees
Thu, Apr 25th 2024 05:20 pm
THE QUESTION: "Vienna, I heard Realtors are no longer charging commission, is that true?"
 

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