Wed, Sep 18th 2024 08:05 pm
Tom Golisano, entrepreneur, philanthropist and civic leader, on Tuesday announced an unprecedented and historic series of major awards totaling $360 million to 82 nonprofit organizations in Rochester, Buffalo and Syracuse. This commitment nearly doubles Golisano's lifetime giving, bringing the total to $775 million, with more to be expected. The announcement was made at the Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship.
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Wed, Sep 18th 2024 06:00 pm
Officials gathered Tuesday morning at the University at Buffalo to break ground on Russell L. Agrusa Hall, a new student-focused engineering building on North Campus.
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Wed, Sep 18th 2024 06:00 pm
ECMC celebrated the opening of its new satellite trauma recovery center, that is affiliated with the institution's BRAVE (Buffalo rising against violence) initiative, which is a hospital-based violence intervention trauma recovery effort that serves individuals who have experienced acute victimization and violence.
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Wed, Sep 18th 2024 06:00 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced its annual Niagara Cup Classic golf tournament, held in August at the Niagara Frontier Golf Club, successfully raised $65,000 in support of the Women's Health Service of Niagara.
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Wed, Sep 18th 2024 06:00 pm
Field & Fork Network, a leading nonprofit focused on strengthening New York's food system, is pleased to announce the launch of its Double Up Food Bucks NY program at Save-A-Lot located at 2429 Military Road, Niagara Falls.
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Wed, Sep 18th 2024 06:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul launched "respuesta rápida" (quick response), a statewide initiative led by Empire State Development to boost MWBE certification among Hispanic-owned businesses.
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Mon, Sep 16th 2024 09:55 am
Tops Friendly Markets, along with our vendor partners American Beverage Marketers (Agalima), Daily Crave, GOYA, Grace, LaPreferida, NY Produce, Ole, River Valley Foods, Romero Foods, and Xochitl Chips, are proud to support National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 through Oct. 15) and local organizations like Hispanic Heritage Council of WNY.
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Sat, Sep 14th 2024 07:00 am
The Grand Island Chamber of Commerce has announced its Citizen of the Year Awards.
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Fri, Sep 13th 2024 11:10 am
The Buffalo Sabres today announced a partnership with Tops Friendly Markets, naming Tops as the "Official Grocer of the Buffalo Sabres." The two entities previously collaborated from 1999 to 2017, and the renewed partnership builds on their shared history and commitment to the Buffalo community.
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Wed, Sep 11th 2024 07:30 pm
Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), opened nominations for the 2025 National Small Business Week (NSBW) Awards.
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Wed, Sep 11th 2024 07:30 pm
Great Place To Work and Fortune have ranked Wegmans No. 1 on the 2024 Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail List. This award is based on analysis of survey responses from over 123,000 employees at Great Place To Work Certified companies in the retail industry.
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Mon, Sep 9th 2024 12:25 pm
To celebrate the New York City Labor Day parade, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed eight pieces of legislation aimed at protecting the workforce, as well as improving its ability to grow and prosper in this state.
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Sat, Sep 7th 2024 07:00 am
A ribbon-cutting ceremony launched a new and unique Grand Island business Wednesday. Leaf, Stone and Steel sells familiar and exotic house plants, crystals from around the world, and wood and steel artwork.
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Fri, Sep 6th 2024 11:00 am
Nestled in the far corner of the Griffon Brewing plaza is a hybrid that's bringing happiness to residents. The Youngstown Marketside is one-half eatery - with gourmet sandwiches, slices and desserts - and one-half market - an essential business, since other grocery purveyors have ceased operations in the village.
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Fri, Sep 6th 2024 11:00 am
Niagara Frontier Publications readers voted The Silo Restaurant as the "Best Summer Dining Spot" in the annual "Savory Summer" contest. The Lewiston waterfront eatery also took "Best Hot Dog," "Best Hamburger" and "Best French Fries."
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Thu, Sep 5th 2024 08:20 pm
The USA Niagara Development Corp. board of directors met today and approved a $13.8 million construction contract to advance two prominent placemaking projects near Niagara Falls State Park: Gorge Gateway Park and Hydraulic Power Plaza.
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Thu, Sep 5th 2024 08:15 pm
The United Way of Buffalo & Erie County's Next Generation United Pitch10 event offers 10 local organizations the chance to compete for a series of grant prizes.
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Thu, Sep 5th 2024 08:15 pm
In recognition of National Sponge Candy Day, Fowler's Chocolates - known as the original maker of Sponge Candy - has teamed up, once again, with FeedMore WNY to create a special opportunity for indulgence and generosity.
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Wed, Sep 4th 2024 05:05 pm
This week, the New York state-commissioned Tourism Economics research study for 2023 was released, highlighting a landmark year for Niagara County's tourism industry. For the first time ever, visitor spending in Niagara County has exceeded the billion-dollar mark, reaching an impressive $1.082 billion. This represents an 11.7% increase over 2022, underscoring the county's growing appeal as a premier travel destination.
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Wed, Sep 4th 2024 07:00 am
September is synonymous with back to school, which means more time packing lunches, chasing off to practices, and cramming for spelling bees. But what it can also mean is more quality family time around the table.
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Tue, Sep 3rd 2024 03:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the largest electrified bus depot in New York state is now operational in Buffalo, advancing the transition to a clean public transit system that reduces greenhouse gas emissions and improves the air for residents in congested urban areas.
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Sat, Aug 31st 2024 08:05 pm
From high above Niagara Falls, the views are legendary. On a clear day, 500 feet in the air offers clear views along the horizon north to Toronto and south toward Western New York's southern tier.
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Wed, Aug 28th 2024 06:55 pm
As we bid adieu to summer and usher in the back-to-school season, Tops Friendly Markets is proud to welcome back the Tops in Education Program (TIE). This easy to enroll and participate in program allows participants to earn up to 5% in rewards for your school(s) throughout the entire school year (Sept. 1, 2024-May 31, 2025).
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Wed, Aug 28th 2024 02:50 pm
Tops Friendly Markets has kicked off its annual campaign in support of the United Way of Erie and Niagara counties. The campaign, which is now underway at all participating Tops locations in these counties, will continue through Sept. 7.
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Wed, Aug 28th 2024 01:55 pm
Western New Yorkers are known for being fiercely loyal to all things local. Take, for instance, the fact that a national real estate company earlier this year reported that Buffalo was the second-best pizza city in the U.S., with 17.8 pizza restaurants - most of them locally owned, independent stores - per 100,000 residents, more than any other city.
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Fri, Aug 23rd 2024 10:40 am
YMCA Buffalo Niagara on Thursday announced its intention to invest $10 million to reimagine the YMCA in east Buffalo. The $10 million project is the Y's latest major investment in the City of Buffalo. Community support will be a critical factor for this project's success.
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Fri, Aug 23rd 2024 10:40 am
Eight organizations were announced as winners in round two of funding through Springboard, a regional, innovative rapid prize competition launched this year that aims to support those contributing to and expanding the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Buffalo, Rochester and Southern Tier communities.
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Wed, Aug 21st 2024 04:00 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced its medical director of primary care services, Simmanjeet Mangat, M.B.B.S., M.D., an internist practicing in Niagara Falls, was elected a Fellow of the American College of Physicians (ACP), the society of internists. This distinction recognizes achievements in internal medicine, the specialty of adult medical care.
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Wed, Aug 21st 2024 04:00 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced Lorraine Kochanowski-Sutter, R.N., B.S.N., M.S., D.C., as its vice president of quality and corporate compliance. In her new role, "she will play a pivotal role in overseeing and enhancing the quality of care provided at NFMMC, ensuring the highest standards of regulatory compliance and patient safety."
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Wed, Aug 21st 2024 11:35 am
ThreeSixty, a creative marketing agency with a foundation deeply rooted in technology, announced its placement on Inc. magazine's prestigious 2024 Inc. 5000 list. This recognition underscores the company's rapid growth and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional marketing solutions.
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Mon, Aug 19th 2024 03:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation (S.2852A/A.3132A) that allows New York's small craft manufacturers of spirits, cider and mead to ship directly to consumers. Her team said, "The newly signed law opens significant opportunities for the state's growing craft beverage industry by providing a vital market expansion tool - allowing these producers to ship their unique products directly to consumers within New York and across state lines."
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Mon, Aug 19th 2024 07:00 am
When someone has a chance to meet their favorite celebrity, they usually get an autograph or take a picture. It's a special moment - but just that: A quick interaction and a happy memory. Rarely do these encounters lead to a lasting relationship - but that's exactly what happened when John and Paul Janik and their friend, Chris Haick, met Gene Simmons.
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Fri, Aug 16th 2024 07:00 am
Excelsior Orthopaedics, a regional provider of orthopedic medical care with an office in Niagara Falls, has expanded its pain management offerings with the addition of a fellowship-trained physician who is board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation.
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Thu, Aug 15th 2024 06:00 pm
For visitors from across the country, the Seneca name continues to stand at the very top for gaming and entertainment excitement.
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Wed, Aug 14th 2024 10:10 am
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) has prequalified five additional private developers and investors to collaborate with NYPA on the development of renewable energy generating projects, including solar photovoltaic, wind, battery storage, green hydrogen, geothermal, and related transmission.
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Tue, Aug 13th 2024 12:00 pm
Tops Friendly Markets announced its annual campaign for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH) raised over $407,000. The initiative, which ran at all participating Tops Friendly Markets locations, concluded Saturday, July 6.
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Mon, Aug 12th 2024 12:35 pm
Tops is excited to announce a partnership with Optum Financial, a leading technology payment platform, to make it easier for eligible cardholders to use their health plan funds for purchasing eligible products at Tops locations.
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Fri, Aug 9th 2024 10:15 am
When customers arrive at Lincoln Park Nursery, they immediately notice three things: friendly customer service, expert staff, and reasonable prices.
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Thu, Aug 8th 2024 10:40 pm
AAA Western and Central New York has identified an experienced executive to lead the organization following the retirement of President and CEO Anthony B. Spada. After a national search, the AAA board of directors has chosen Marke D. Dickinson as the next president and CEO of AAA Western and Central New York.
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Thu, Aug 8th 2024 09:50 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced $200 million in funding is now available through the state's two signature downtown revitalization and economic development programs — $100 million each for round 8 of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and round 3 of the NY Forward program, which focuses on revitalizing smaller and rural downtowns.
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