Mon, Jan 25th 2021 03:00 pm
Last week, the U.S. Small Business Administration invited public comment on a proposed rule designed to remove regulatory provisions that exclude certain faith-based organizations from seven business loan and disaster assistance programs.
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Mon, Jan 25th 2021 02:15 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced the availability of $200 million in BRIDGE NY funding for local governments to make their infrastructure more resilient to extreme weather events.
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Fri, Jan 22nd 2021 05:15 pm
The Federal Trade Commission is taking legal action against three ticket brokers based in New York who allegedly used automated software to illegally buy up tens of thousands of tickets for popular concerts and sporting events, then subsequently made millions of dollars reselling the tickets to fans at higher prices.
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Fri, Jan 22nd 2021 10:40 am
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) on Thursday released "AHLA's State of the Hotel Industry 2021" outlining the forecasted state of the hotel industry in 2021 and into the immediate future. The report examines the high-level economics of the hotel industry's recovery, the specific impact on and eventual return of business travel, and consumer travel sentiments.
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Wed, Jan 20th 2021 05:10 pm
The Schoellkopf Health Center is about to get a $300,000 facelift.
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Wed, Jan 20th 2021 11:30 am
The Buffalo City Mission on Wednesday announced a $500,000 financial commitment from KeyBank and its partner, First Niagara Foundation.
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Tue, Jan 19th 2021 02:40 pm
The New York State Senate majority will advance major legislation to support the small businesses that have taken the brunt impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Tue, Jan 19th 2021 02:40 pm
The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo is accepting letters of intent for its 2021 competitive grant process through 4 p.m. Feb. 1.
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Tue, Jan 19th 2021 10:30 am
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of grant funding to implement projects that reduce emissions from the nation's existing fleet of older diesel engines. EPA anticipates awarding approximately $46 million in Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) grant funding to eligible applicants, subject to the availability of funds.
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Fri, Jan 15th 2021 07:00 pm
The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently issued a final rule to modernize numerous federal motor vehicle safety standards and clarify ambiguities in current occupant protection standards for vehicles equipped with automated driving systems that are designed without traditional manual driver controls.
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Fri, Jan 15th 2021 06:50 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday announced what his team called, "a comprehensive law that will provide New Yorkers with transparency and control over their personal data and provide new privacy protections," as part of the 2021 State of the State.
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Fri, Jan 15th 2021 03:05 pm
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the KeyBank Foundation is pledging $25,000 to The King Center for Nonviolent Social Change.
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Fri, Jan 15th 2021 02:30 pm
The American Hotel & Lodging Association is reporting "hotels are uniquely positioned to help with vaccine rollout." Here's why:
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Wed, Jan 13th 2021 03:25 pm
Congressman Chris Jacobs, R-NY-27, is announcing a webinar hosted by the Small Business Administration to discuss the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant.
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Wed, Jan 13th 2021 02:20 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday delivered his 2021 State of the State address. The governor's 2021 agenda - "Reimagine | Rebuild | Renew" - features a suite of initiatives to not only begin reopening New York as the state continues its work to defeat the COVID-19 virus, but also becoming a leader and growing the green energy economy.
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Wed, Jan 13th 2021 02:05 pm
On Wednesday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its 2019 Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) National Analysis, which shows that EPA and companies that manage chemicals continue to make progress in preventing pollution. The report shows continued toxic chemical reductions in Region 2 and that between 2018 and 2019 total releases of TRI chemicals nationwide decreased by 9%.
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Tue, Jan 12th 2021 04:55 pm
The Community Action Organization of WNY's board of directors has selected Thomas U. Kim as its new president and CEO.
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Fri, Jan 8th 2021 01:25 pm
With the giving of gift cards during the holiday season increasing in popularity, New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli is urging New Yorkers to read the fine print for details about fees and expiration dates. Even as some sellers of gift cards have eliminated inactivity fees, consumers should still ask whether fees apply. DiNapoli reminds New Yorkers to spend the gift cards in a timely fashion. If not, the money could eventually get turned over to his office of unclaimed funds.
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Wed, Jan 6th 2021 02:15 pm
Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) Corp. is proud to be recognized by BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York with a Blue Distinction Centers+ for Bariatric Surgery designation, as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program.
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Tue, Jan 5th 2021 11:00 am
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance recently announced it has issued $3,790,400 in fines to noncompliant tax preparers.
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Mon, Dec 28th 2020 07:00 am
The Niagara University Family Business Center's next podcast will run from 8:15-9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2021. To preregister for the virtual presentation, CLICK HERE. Attendees will receive an email back from career services with log-in details.
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Wed, Dec 23rd 2020 05:45 pm
State University of New York Chancellor Jim Malatras joined with Upstate Medical President Mantosh Dewan, M.D., and New York Power Authority President and CEO Gil C. Quiniones in announcing a mandatory COVID-19 testing program for NYPA's utility employees who are essential to the operation and maintenance of the statewide power system.
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Tue, Dec 22nd 2020 12:25 pm
With the holidays in full swing and the COVID-19 pandemic causing financial stress on many individuals, National Grid is alerting customers about recent reports of scams where imposters are promising refunds or discounts. Here's how scammers are trying to prey on customers:
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Tue, Dec 22nd 2020 11:35 am
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, outlined components of the omnibus budget package of particular interest to Western New York. The legislation, approved by the House of Representatives, directs funding for the federal government for fiscal year 2021.
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Tue, Dec 22nd 2020 11:35 am
Buffalo small business owner Lisa A. Coppola, Esq., was appointed to the U.S. Small Business Administration's Region 2 Regulatory Fairness Board by SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza.
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Fri, Dec 18th 2020 10:20 am
The Community Action Organization of WNY (CAO) appointed Tonya Kohlman Hargrove as vice president of human resources. She has worked with CAO for more than 20 years. Hargrove had her start at CAO in August of 2000 as a family partner and data entry clerk for the Head Start programming.
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Wed, Dec 16th 2020 07:15 pm
The New York State Department of Labor on Wednesday announced the state's $15 minimum wage phase-in will continue, with the next stage taking effect Dec. 31.
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Wed, Dec 16th 2020 02:25 pm
Local government sales tax collections declined by 7.1% in November compared to the same month last year, according to State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. November's sales tax collections totaled $1.3 billion for local governments statewide, $102 million less than in November 2019.
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Wed, Dec 16th 2020 02:25 pm
Evans Bank in Tonawanda was named the Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas December Member of the Month.
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Tue, Dec 15th 2020 03:00 pm
As part of its seven-part consumer alert holiday series, the Division of Consumer Protection is reminding consumers New York state law covers refunds.
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Tue, Dec 15th 2020 02:50 pm
HUNT Insurance Agency, a core business of HUNT Real Estate Corp., announced the appointment of multiple leadership positions within the organization.
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Mon, Dec 14th 2020 10:00 am
Statement from 1199SEIU President George Gresham:
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Fri, Dec 11th 2020 04:15 pm
Calspan recently announced promotions of two of its senior executives as part of the privately owned company's commitment to long-term growth and its company values.
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Fri, Dec 11th 2020 10:40 am
As part of its seven-part consumer alert holiday series, the New York State Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is alerting parents and families that Bluetooth and technology-enabled toys may be fun for families to interact with this holiday season, but these toys are also easy for hackers to access and manipulate for nefarious means.
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Thu, Dec 10th 2020 08:25 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Thursday announced the launch of the "New York Forward" small business lease assistance partnership. Recognizing the economic impact of COVID-19, this program will provide small businesses and their landlords with informational resources and pro bono assistance to help both parties reach mutually beneficial lease workout agreements.
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Wed, Dec 9th 2020 03:25 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday announced the New York Power Authority's board of trustees approved 11 economic development awards that will support more than 620 jobs across the state and spur more than $127 million in private capital investments.
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Tue, Dec 8th 2020 04:50 pm
The National Court Reporters Association, the country's leading organization representing stenographic court reporters, captioners and legal videographers, announced Marisa Nold earned the nationally recognized registered professional reporter (RPR) certification, having demonstrated her ability to produce a high-quality verbatim record. RPR certification distinguishes stenographic court reporters as being among the top contributors to the profession in terms of reporting skills, transcript production, reporting and operating practices, and professionalism.
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Tue, Dec 8th 2020 02:05 pm
As part of its seven-part consumer alert holiday series, the New York State Division of Consumer Protection is reminding consumers that credit card surcharges are prohibited in New York.
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Tue, Dec 8th 2020 02:05 pm
The division of allergy/immunology at UBMD Pediatrics has been named a Clinical Care Center of Distinction in the Food Allergy Research & Education Clinical Network.
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Tue, Dec 8th 2020 01:30 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance announced the launch of its financial education program to benefit all New Yorkers, but particularly the self-employed and low-income taxpayers in underserved communities.
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