Fri, Dec 3rd 2021 04:40 pm
Empire State Development on Friday announced the beginning of stabilization work on the roof and foundation of the Michigan Street Baptist Church. The Buffalo Niagara Freedom Station Coalition project, a not-for-profit organization that owns the church, is one of the recipients of a portion of ESD's $65 million East Side Corridor Economic Development Fund, and will allow for increased tourism and visitation to Buffalo's historic Michigan Street African American Corridor.
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Fri, Dec 3rd 2021 10:25 am
Congressman Brian Higgins announced a $482,172 American Rescue Plan grant for the Seneca Nation of Indians. Awarded through the Department of Education and funded by the American Indian Resilience in Education program, the grant supports education and cultural literacy programs.
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Thu, Dec 2nd 2021 08:40 am
For those ready to "take the plunge" into the freezing waters of Lake Erie, the "Buffalo Polar Plunge" is nearly here.
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Thu, Dec 2nd 2021 08:40 am
The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) will host a public information meeting from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7, pertaining to a proposed highway safety improvement project scheduled to begin next fall on U.S. Route 62, Walnut and Ferry avenues, in the City of Niagara Falls.
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Wed, Dec 1st 2021 06:05 pm
On Giving Tuesday, the League of Women Voters of NYS (LWVNYS) announced it has received an anonymous $1 million donation to expand and strengthen its "fight to defend democracy and voting rights for all."
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Wed, Dec 1st 2021 06:05 pm
The Diocese of Buffalo's "Road to Renewal" effort, which has the goal to reinvigorate the Catholic faith, fully optimize parish and diocesan resources, and increase the reach and impact of ministries throughout Western New York, has announced the finalized "Families of Parishes" model.
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Wed, Dec 1st 2021 12:55 pm
The Niagara Falls Library announces the grand opening of a maker space at 1425 Main St. The opening event will take place at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 17. Mayor Robert Restaino and Assemblyman Angelo Morinello will be in attendance.
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Wed, Dec 1st 2021 12:40 pm
Cornerstone Community FCU is the presenting sponsor for the Town of Amherst Holiday Market. The event runs from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4. CCFCU recently celebrated its first physical location in Erie County, at 315 Stahl Road, Getzville.
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Wed, Dec 1st 2021 09:15 am
St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral will have a "Festal Choral Evensong for the Third Sunday in Advent." The event takes place at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 12, at 139 Pearl St., Buffalo.
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Tue, Nov 30th 2021 09:35 am
Congressman Brian Higgins announced a federal grant totaling $5 million awarded to BestSelf Behavioral Health. The grant, funded by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and awarded through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), will provide funding to enhance services for adults and children in need of mental health care.
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Mon, Nov 29th 2021 05:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced $69.8 million in federal funding will be available beginning Dec. 1 to help low-income New Yorkers pay past-due bills for drinking water and wastewater.
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Mon, Nov 29th 2021 04:05 pm
Niagara County Legislature Chairwoman Becky Wydysh on Monday announced Commissioner of Economic Development Michael Casale was appointed to the New York State Farmland Protection Working Group (FPWG). He was one of 18 members of the FPWG announced by state Agricultural Commissioner Richard Ball.
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Mon, Nov 29th 2021 03:20 pm
The Lock City Sound, formerly known as the Lock City Glee Club, will perform a collection of Christmas and seasonal music this December to brighten and lighten hearts. This men's choral group has been welcoming the holidays with song for over 50 years with traditional and modern versions of seasonal favorites. Lock City Sound is currently under the direction of Drew Burke with Debbie Hutter accompanying.
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Mon, Nov 29th 2021 03:15 pm
Think of common courtship displays in the animal kingdom, like the flashy display of a peacock's tail or the treetop melody of a songbird's tune. Each is relatively constant. The brilliant colors in a male peacock's plumage do not change during its attempts to attract a female. And songbirds rely on repetition, like top-40 radio stations, singing the same songs in the same kinds of ways during their mating rituals.
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Tue, Nov 23rd 2021 05:40 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Niagara River Greenway Standing Committee has canceled its next meeting (Wednesday, Dec. 1) due to lack of business.
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Tue, Nov 23rd 2021 12:30 pm
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection alerted consumers to issues impacting the holiday shopping season. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the holiday shopping season will be rife with delays, higher prices and potential scams. Consumers should expect to have a lengthy wait for goods and holiday presents due to the continued supply shortages and shipping backlogs.
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Tue, Nov 23rd 2021 12:25 pm
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum will offer "pay what you can" admission from Dec. 1 through 17, thanks to a grant from the New Car Dealers of Western New York.
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Tue, Nov 23rd 2021 12:25 pm
State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball encouraged holiday shoppers looking for that perfect last-minute gift to visit a Taste NY Market and buy local this holiday season in support of New York's farmers. New York's regional welcome centers' Taste NY markets and Taste NY stores around the state offer specialty gift items as well as premade and customized gift baskets.
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Mon, Nov 22nd 2021 12:40 pm
After a two-year pause for building restoration, a much-loved holiday tradition will return to Lockport on Dec. 2 when the historic Col. William Bond House becomes the setting for "Winterfest Evening." The first brick house built in Lockport (circa 1823), the Bond House will be decorated for the holidays in 19th Century fashion.
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Mon, Nov 22nd 2021 12:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently signed legislation S.4892-A/A.5781-A enshrining the Nourish New York program permanently in state law. Her team said, "The signing of this legislation comes just before the Thanksgiving holiday, reaffirming New York's commitment to providing support to those facing food insecurity across the state."
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Sat, Nov 20th 2021 12:20 pm
On Friday, Nov. 19, at 8:35 p.m., the Niagara Falls Police and fire departments responded to an industrial accident at the Cascades Plant located at 4001 Packard Road.
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Sat, Nov 20th 2021 12:00 pm
New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli has released a report tracking New York's local demographic changes based on 2020 census data; and an interactive online map that breaks down population statistics by age, race and ethnicity, along with housing trends, in New York's cities, counties, towns and villages. DiNapoli's report provides a snapshot of New York state's population, which totaled more than 20.2 million in 2020, up 4.1% since 2010.
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Fri, Nov 19th 2021 04:40 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins provided the following statement in response to announcements made by the Canadian government related to planned changes to border management policies.
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Thu, Nov 18th 2021 09:10 am
The LiveNF Makers Market, presented by the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area, will take place on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 27. It will run from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at The Conference & Event Center Niagara Falls, 101 Old Falls St. Admission is $1 per person.
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Wed, Nov 17th 2021 04:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a new, $25 million package in grants and loans to improve housing conditions for farmworkers and to protect the health and safety of this critical workforce.
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Wed, Nov 17th 2021 04:30 pm
The Department of Veterans Affairs Buffalo Regional Office is encouraging the public to take advantage of all opportunities to speak with a veterans benefits administration counselor either over the phone or in person.
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Wed, Nov 17th 2021 08:20 am
Niagara Hospice announced it has received the first major community gift toward the $2 million capital campaign to expand Hospice House, where terminally ill patients and families receive specialized care and support.
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Wed, Nov 17th 2021 08:20 am
Dozens of displays and hundreds of thousands of colored lights synched to festive seasonal music will delight visitors at the "Buffalo/Niagara Holiday Light Show." The attraction opens Nov. 19 and runs through Dec. 30 at the Niagara County Fairgrounds.
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Tue, Nov 16th 2021 04:40 pm
The Police Benevolent Association of New York State (PBANYS) extended its deepest appreciation to Gov. Kathy Hochul for "her leadership in adding firearms made to look like toys to the definition of 'disguised guns,' which are illegal in the state of New York."
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Tue, Nov 16th 2021 04:40 pm
The American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) will bring 800 to 1,000 history professionals and volunteers to Buffalo from Sept. 14-17, 2022, for its annual meeting.
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Mon, Nov 15th 2021 03:45 pm
As the November payment of the Child Tax Credit hits bank accounts, Congressman Brian Higgins is detailing the impact the expanded credit is having on local families.
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Mon, Nov 15th 2021 11:40 am
This month, Circuit Clinical - a Buffalo-based 43North award winner - launched a partnership with Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center to offer patients the opportunity to participate in clinical trials in a variety of service lines.
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Mon, Nov 15th 2021 11:40 am
The Kenan Arts Council (KAC) holiday gift show is celebrating 40 years. To celebrate the longevity of this annual event, the Kenan Center Campus will transform into the Kenan "Christmas Village" on Nov. 20-21.
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Mon, Nov 15th 2021 11:40 am
Congressman Brian Higgins is headed to the White House for the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act signing ceremony. Higgins voted to approve the bill and has been a longtime advocate for a greater federal investment in America's infrastructure.
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Fri, Nov 12th 2021 11:55 am
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program application period is now open with a deadline of 5 p.m. Dec. 17.
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Fri, Nov 12th 2021 11:40 am
With the Southern Zone regular big game season beginning Nov. 20 throughout much of the southern part of New York State, Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos is encouraging outdoor enthusiasts to respectfully share the woods and follow common-sense safety precautions this fall and winter.
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Thu, Nov 11th 2021 09:30 pm
Back by popular demand, Tops Christmas bonus gift card program will continue to help shoppers save on their holiday gift shopping just by shopping at Tops. In fact, Tops Christmas Bonus since its inception has saved Tops shoppers over $11 million at area retailers.
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Thu, Nov 11th 2021 09:15 am
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Wed, Nov 10th 2021 03:30 pm
Just in time for health care professionals as they prepare to help their patients conquer New Year's resolutions, the New York State Smokers' Quitline will host two upcoming webinars on best practices for treating tobacco dependence. Registration for both events is free and available at the Quitline's online news room, nysmokefree.com/newsroom.
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Wed, Nov 10th 2021 03:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced Rural Sourcing Inc. - a leader in onshore digital engineering - will establish a software development center in downtown Buffalo, creating 150 new positions.
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