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Erie County, Cornell University, partners collaborate to highlight true cost of child care
Wed, Jan 19th 2022 04:50 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.
Local employers launch community-focused tech bootcamp to build more inclusive workforce, connect people to technology jobs
Wed, Jan 19th 2022 04:50 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.
Erie County Soil & Water Conservation District announces 2022 Envirothon competition
Wed, Jan 19th 2022 04:50 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.
Gear up for spring semester with these educational tools
Tue, 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.
Tops honors Black History Month with second annual contest for 3rd-5th graders
Mon, Jan 17th 2022 01:35 pm
Tops Friendly Markets has a unique opportunity for students in grades 3-5 grade to shine.
Villa Maria College continues to provide textbooks & supplies to students for free
Mon, Jan 17th 2022 01:35 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.
Kenmore Lions offer scholarship
Mon, Jan 17th 2022 01:35 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.
School Board moves forward with 'test to stay' strategy
Sat, Jan 15th 2022 07:00 am
The Grand Island School District is moving forward with the "test to stay" strategy, which the district has piloted since Dec. 6.
A dream realized; a partnership formed
Fri, Jan 14th 2022 04:20 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.
NYS's 2022 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Fine Arts and Essay Exhibition draws record-breaking number of submissions
Fri, Jan 14th 2022 04:20 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.
NCCC president challenges MCC president to friendly wager for Buffalo Bills playoff game
Fri, Jan 14th 2022 11:00 am
Via a Zoom meeting on Wednesday morning, Niagara County Community College President William J. Murabito challenged Massasoit Community College President Ray DiPasquale to a friendly wager on the outcome of the playoff game between the Buffalo Bills and the New England Patriots.
UB School of Management students offer free tax preparation services
Thu, Jan 13th 2022 04:45 pm
IRS-certified accounting students from the University at Buffalo School of Management will once again provide free tax preparation services to individuals and families with annual income below $57,000.
New study aims to improve care for pediatric seizure patients
Thu, Jan 13th 2022 04:40 pm
Few things are more frightening for a parent than seeing their child experience a seizure. For the parent and for the paramedics who arrive on the scene, the primary goal is to stop the child's seizure.
ECDOH launches 'test to stay' program with 17 school districts, 11 non-public schools
Wed, Jan 12th 2022 04:50 pm
Beginning this week, the Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) has launched the "test to stay" program with 17 Erie County school districts and 11 non-public schools.
DiNapoli: School district tax levy cap at 2%
Wed, Jan 12th 2022 01:50 pm
For the first time since 2019, property tax levy growth for school districts will be capped at 2%, up from 1.23% last year, according to data released Wednesday by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.
Hochul announces plan to address truck & bus driver shortage
Wed, Jan 12th 2022 01:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced a plan to help address a "critical shortage" of truck and bus drivers by "significantly expanding the availability of road tests for commercial driver license (CDL) applicants.
Erie County Fair announces new opportunities for youth agricultural exhibitors
Wed, Jan 12th 2022 01:35 pm
The Erie County Agricultural Society announced the inaugural youth livestock expo (YLE) scheduled to take place during the 2022 Erie County Fair. The event was created with goals of utilizing the facility to its fullest extent, providing the youth another opportunity to show, bringing clout to the fair livestock shows, and to encourage youth to participate in market projects.
Educational Conference Board recommends universal school meals program in New York
Wed, Jan 12th 2022 01:35 pm
The New York State Educational Conference Board, a consortium of seven statewide educational organizations, is calling on lawmakers to launch a statewide universal school meals program.
New York Farm Bureau seeking 2022 scholarship applicants
Wed, Jan 12th 2022 01:35 pm
New York high school seniors who are graduating and interested in pursuing a career in agriculture can apply for New York Farm Bureau's Agricultural Youth Scholarship. Eligible students can use the financial award for college or advanced training in the skilled trades. Statewide winners can earn up to $3,000 toward their future education.
Hochul: #VaxForKids campaign to increase vaccination rates among children 5 and older
Tue, Jan 11th 2022 03:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced a new campaign to increase vaccination rates among children ages 5 and older - urging pediatricians, parents and guardians to help children get vaccinated and keep up with all recommended COVID-19 vaccine doses.
GICSD to hold substitute recruitment fair Jan. 21
Tue, Jan 11th 2022 10:05 am
The Grand Island Central School District will hold a substitute recruitment job fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 21, at Grand Island High School, 1100 Ransom Road.
Cardinal O'Hara to welcome BBC Band, Strictly Hip
Mon, Jan 10th 2022 04:20 pm
The Cardinal O'Hara High School Alumni Association will present two live concerts in the O'Hara Performing Arts Center, 39 O'Hara Road, Town of Tonawanda.
Erie County Department of Health presents 'test to stay' program to school leaders & district superintendents
Fri, Jan 7th 2022 04:30 pm
At a virtual meeting Friday with more than 150 Erie County school administrators, district superintendents and nursing staff from public, private and charters schools, the Erie County Department of Health and its epidemiology school team presented "test to stay" protocols for p-12 students. ECDOH stated, "This program may start for many schools as early as next week."
Girl Scouts of Western New York announce 2022 Girl Scout Cookie Season
Fri, Jan 7th 2022 04:10 pm
On Saturday, young girl entrepreneurs from Western New York will kick off their 2022 Girl Scout Cookie season, the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world.
Erie County Department of Health updates schools, families on 'test-to-stay' program
Thu, Jan 6th 2022 03:25 pm
The New York State Department of Health issued significant changes to its isolation and quarantine guidance late in the evening on Tuesday, Jan. 4. As the Erie County Department of Health's epidemiology office began to review this documentation, it was quickly determined that ECDOH needed additional time to make significant changes to the Erie County "test to stay" protocols to prepare for the all-school meeting scheduled on Wednesday afternoon.
UB, Stony Brook comment on State of the State
Wed, Jan 5th 2022 06:50 pm
A joint statement from the University at Buffalo and Stony Brook University on being designated as New York State's flagship public universities:
UB Fast 46 seeks nominations of alumni-run businesses
Wed, Jan 5th 2022 12:20 pm
The University at Buffalo announced on Wednesday the second annual UB Fast 46 competition, open to alumni and former students who own or lead businesses.
Girl Scouts of WNY names Juanita Washington as executive vice president of marketing & communications
Tue, Jan 4th 2022 02:00 pm
On Tuesday, Girl Scouts of Western New York (GSWNY) announced Juanita Washington joined the council as executive vice president of marketing and communications. Washington will oversee internal and external communications as well as the council's brand and marketing initiatives.
Students offer vocal greetings to area residents
Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 01:15 pm
The Wilson High School vocal ensemble spent a day performing at area assisted living facilities.
Tops Friendly Markets, Dole Packaged Foods reuniting for school Learning Garden contest
Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 10:40 am
Tops Friendly Markets and Dole Packaged Foods LLC recently launched the sixth annual Learning Garden contest that will grant two elementary schools in either upstate New York, Vermont or Northern Pennsylvania a Captain Planet Foundation Project Learning Garden. The contest began Jan. 2 and runs until Feb. 28.
BOCES welding program welcomes guest speaker
Mon, Jan 3rd 2022 10:40 am
Welding teachers Eric Farrell and Shane Bartella recently invited Matt Kasprzyk from BOYD Corp. into their classrooms at the Niagara Career and Technical Education Center.
Spring semester guidance issued for SUNY & CUNY campuses 'to safely reopen'
Sat, Jan 1st 2022 12:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced issuance of spring semester reopening guidance for SUNY and CUNY campuses, which includes the continuation of the student vaccine mandate as well as requiring all students regularly accessing campus to receive the COVID-19 booster for the spring semester.
DECA does well at Region 12 competition
Fri, Dec 24th 2021 09:00 am
Grand Island hosted this year's DECA Region 12 competition on Sunday, Dec. 13. Twelve schools competed in business-related events with judges from local companies.
'Tops in Education' program offers double give back days in January
Fri, Dec 24th 2021 07:00 am
Tops Friendly Markets announced that, during the month of January, it is offering schools the chance to earn double the rewards as part of its "Tops in Education" program ("TIE"). Participants enrolled in the program will now be able to earn up to 10% for their school(s) during the entire month of January.
Stella Niagara first quarter honor rolls
Wed, Dec 22nd 2021 06:55 pm
Stella Niagara Education Park announced the following students were named to its honor rolls for the first quarter of the 2021-22 academic year.
St. John Lutheran first quarter honor rolls
Wed, Dec 22nd 2021 06:55 pm
Katie Gundell, principal of St. John Lutheran School, Ward Road and Niagara Falls Boulevard, announced the honor roll for the first quarter of the school year:
Edward Town Middle School honor rolls
Wed, Dec 22nd 2021 06:55 pm
Edward Town Middle School announced the following students were named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the first quarter marking period of the 2021-22 academic year.
Niagara Wheatfield High School honor rolls
Wed, Dec 22nd 2021 06:55 pm
Niagara Wheatfield High School announced the following students were named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the first quarter marking period of the 2021-22 academic year.
Applications open for 'Nurses For Our Future' scholarship
Wed, Dec 22nd 2021 05:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the opening of the application period for the "Nurses For Our Future." The scholarship will cover tuition for 1,000 new or current health care workers to earn an associate's degree in nursing (ADN) or bachelor's of science in nursing (BSN) at a two-year or four-year New York state public college or university.
NYSUT statement on cancelation of January Regents exams
Tue, Dec 21st 2021 03:00 pm
New York State United Teachers issued the following statement Tuesday regarding the cancelation of the January Regents exams:
 

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