Wed, Dec 11th 2024 09:20 am
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is providing tips to avoid scams while on the search for a furry or feathered addition to the family this holiday season.
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Mon, Dec 9th 2024 07:55 pm
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.02, down 3 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.17. The New York state average is $3.15, down 1 cent from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.49.
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Fri, Dec 6th 2024 07:00 am
"Hometown Heroes" banners are closer to flying in the Village of Lewiston - though no consensus has been reached on size, shape or specific location for the military tribute flags.
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Thu, Dec 5th 2024 01:20 pm
On Wednesday, the board of directors for the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens announced the unanimous appointment of Erin Grajek as president and CEO, effective immediately. Grajek has served as interim president and CEO since the passing of Mark Mortenson in September. Prior to this role, she was the organization's COO beginning in 2021 and has held various progressive leadership positions at the Botanical Gardens since 2006.
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Wed, Dec 4th 2024 08:15 am
As temperatures have dropped and snow has blanketed much of Western New York over the past week, the Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association offers safety tips for navigating the winter season, as freezing temperatures, snow, ice and early darkness can be challenging and stressful for people living with dementia and their care partners.
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Mon, Dec 2nd 2024 08:35 pm
The Niagara Arts and Cultural Center (NACC) has announced its winter 2024 exhibitions with "Members & Friends 2024," "Miggie Wong: Inscape of Migratory" and "Kirk Maragh: Kirk's Nature."
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Mon, Dec 2nd 2024 10:50 am
The Niagara Gospel Mission had a busy Thanksgiving eve and Thanksgiving day, preparing and handing out over 2,200 prepackaged Thanksgiving meals to people in need in the City of Niagara Falls, the Town of Niagara, and the City of North Tonawanda. Around 300 volunteers showed up and were assigned different roles for the "Feed the Falls" event.
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Mon, Dec 2nd 2024 10:45 am
The Niagara County Department of Health is responding to recent letters sent by local water authorities to residents regarding service line materials. These letters are part of federally mandated efforts under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR), aimed at reducing the risk of lead exposure through drinking water systems.
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Mon, Dec 2nd 2024 07:00 am
Cardinal O'Hara High School will present its annual pre-Christmas three-part celebration on Dec. 11 at the school, 39 O'Hara Road, Town of Tonawanda.
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Fri, Nov 29th 2024 07:00 am
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is reminding snowmobilers to ride responsibly and put safety first as they enjoy outstanding snowmobiling opportunities.
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Wed, Nov 27th 2024 09:05 am
The Artpark & Company board of directors is excited to announce the appointment of Dave Wedekindt as the new president for Artpark. He begins this role immediately.
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Wed, Nov 27th 2024 07:00 am
Let me be the first to wish you and yours a very happy Thanksgiving! As we head into the holiday season, I want to remind everyone to consider shopping at local businesses, starting with Small Business Saturday on Nov. 30.
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Tue, Nov 26th 2024 05:40 pm
As the holiday season approaches, Heart, Love & Soul is proud to launch its annual holiday appeal to support the growing needs of our community.
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Tue, Nov 26th 2024 05:30 pm
Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman announced the second defendant charged with kidnapping a 77-year-old man in the Town of Niagara earlier this year has entered a guilty plea.
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Mon, Nov 25th 2024 07:00 am
New York Attorney General Letitia James reminded licensed pet dealers with retail stores that selling dogs, cats, and rabbits will be illegal in New York starting Dec. 15. The pet sale ban is intended to stop dangerous large-scale breeding operations known as "puppy mills," where animals are often mistreated and suffer from serious health issues.
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Fri, Nov 22nd 2024 11:00 am
The month of November is a significant one for the Zonta Club of Grand Island.
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Fri, Nov 22nd 2024 11:00 am
Come Jan. 1, water fees in the Village of Lewiston will increase. The board acted Monday to approve local laws raising the water improvements surcharge from $10 to $15 per billing cycle, and to up the water rate from $4.03 to $4.25 per 100 cubic feet of usage.
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Fri, Nov 22nd 2024 09:40 am
Residents of the Town of Niagara's Belden Center community can look forward to a savory addition soon.
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Fri, Nov 22nd 2024 09:25 am
Trustees in the Village of Lewiston voted Monday to raise the facility rental rate for Marilyn Toohey Park, Lewiston Landing, Hennepin Park, Academy Park and Richard F. Soluri Park.
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Fri, Nov 22nd 2024 09:10 am
Northern Niagara paid tribute to a community treasure on Nov. 13, as the Youngstown Free Library celebrated 75 years of service in a special program held at the Red Brick Village Center. There, residents, elected officials and library officials recalled the library's founding and its decades of serving as a unique community resource for many.
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Fri, Nov 22nd 2024 07:00 am
As the holiday season approaches, the Neighbors Foundation of Grand Island is once again rallying to help local families facing food insecurity.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2024 11:00 am
Wayne West lost the race for Grand Island Town Board on Election Day, but says he still wants to have a role in helping the community.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2024 10:30 am
With winter on its way, M&T Bank and Tops Friendly Markets are again teaming up to help their neighbors stay warm during the harsh weather ahead.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2024 03:40 am
As New Yorkers get ready to celebrate Thanksgiving this year, the Firefighter's Association of the State of New York (FASNY) reminds all to have a happy but safe holiday, which starts in the kitchen.
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Thu, Nov 14th 2024 12:15 pm
The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) recognizes November as National Family Caregivers Month. If you routinely provide unpaid help to a friend or family member, then you are a caregiver.
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Wed, Nov 13th 2024 09:35 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced funding is available to help low- and middle-income households and older adults lower their energy costs and keep their homes warm during cold winter months.
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Tue, Nov 12th 2024 07:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed a legislative package in appreciation of Veterans Day to honor the service and sacrifice of New York's veterans. The legislation enacted Monday includes the renaming of bridges and highways across the state in honor of fallen heroes, as well as measures enhancing access to veterans benefits, "reflecting New York's unwavering commitment to honoring and supporting veterans and their families."
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Fri, Nov 8th 2024 11:00 am
The Town Board adopted a preliminary 2025 budget at its Monday meeting, following a public hearing in which no members of the public spoke.
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Fri, Nov 8th 2024 10:55 am
Tops Friendly Markets is honored to mark the 20th anniversary of the Tops "Food 2 Families" campaign, benefiting FeedMore WNY.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2024 05:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced a series of pay increases for about 2,100 New York state employees working in professional traineeships across 46 state agencies to help attract and retain talent.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2024 12:55 pm
As we approach Veterans Day on Nov. 11, I want to take this opportunity to thank all of the men and women who stepped forward to defend the freedoms that, all too often, we take for granted.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2024 12:30 pm
Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane on Wednesday announced Terrance Johnson, 22, of Buffalo was sentenced before Erie County Court Judge Suzanne Maxwell Barnes to 20 years to life in prison.
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Wed, Nov 6th 2024 11:00 pm
On Wednesday, Nov. 6, at approximately 2:01 p.m., New York State Park Police responded to Niagara Falls State Park, Horseshoe Falls, for a reported female who had intentionally entered the Niagara River.
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Tue, Nov 5th 2024 04:10 pm
In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns announced plans to illuminate Old County Hall green through Nov. 11 as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide effort to support military veterans.
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Mon, Nov 4th 2024 05:30 pm
Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman announced Rohmelo K. Lewis, age 24, of Niagara Falls, was sentenced this afternoon to spend the next 25 years in State Prison following his plea of guilty to manslaughter in the first degree, robbery in the first degree, and criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree.
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Mon, Nov 4th 2024 04:55 pm
New York State Sen. Rob Ortt joined the family and friends of long-time Second Amendment and agricultural activist Ed Pettitt Sr. for a tree planting dedication in his honor. Ed passed earlier this year following an accident on his family farm.
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Fri, Nov 1st 2024 07:00 am
New York drivers need to buckle up this fall and watch for animals on the roads. Did you know that animal-related crashes are the fifth-most-common contributing factor to crashes in New York? Such crashes fall just behind driver inattention/distraction, passing/lane changing/improper use, following too closely, and failure to yield right-of-way. And this is the season for drivers to be cautious!
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Thu, Oct 31st 2024 04:10 pm
YMCA Buffalo Niagara is proud to partner with FeedMore WNY this holiday season to combat hunger and food insecurity in the community.
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Thu, Oct 31st 2024 10:25 am
As November begins, and temperatures fall, Niagara Gospel Mission is gearing up for Code Blue, a program providing emergency shelter for men during the coldest months of the year.
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Wed, Oct 30th 2024 07:00 am
In an effort to clean up the nation's coasts and Great Lakes and rid our shores of abandoned and derelict vessels (ADVs), the nonprofit BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is creating a new national ADV database in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to track these environmental and navigation hazards to help facilitate removal.
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