Tue, Feb 23rd 2021 03:05 pm
Erie County Medical Center Corp. announced the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has again recognized ECMC's Family Health Center and its Internal Medicine Center for achieving sustaining practices through the New York State Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) program.
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Tue, Feb 23rd 2021 03:05 pm
The Winery at Marjim Manor will host a photography exhibit by Janet D. Schultz, with a grand-opening event from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28. Refreshments will be served. All attendees are asked to follow COVID-19 safety protocols.
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Tue, Feb 23rd 2021 03:05 pm
The Niagara Arts and Cultural Center has announced its new community education class lineup for spring.
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Tue, Feb 23rd 2021 03:00 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins. D-NY-26, who serves as co-chair of the congressional northern border caucus, welcomed the bilateral meeting between President Joe Biden and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
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Tue, Feb 23rd 2021 03:00 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced a four-point plan to reduce sexual violence in educational institutions as part of the state's 2021 Women's Agenda. As part of this plan, the governor has directed SUNY and the state's Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence - a newly reimagined agency proposed by the governor in his 2021 State of the State - to establish an innovative hub to develop enforceable policies, trainings and outreach programs to combat and end sexual violence on college campuses.
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Tue, Feb 23rd 2021 02:30 pm
The University at Buffalo Arts Collaboratory will launch a pioneering new incubator for artists across all disciplines on Feb. 27. The first of three monthlong programs will feature a distinguished visiting faculty member in the department of art, followed by a multidisciplinary program from two nationally recognized local artists, and finally a visit from one of the world's most respected painters, who for the first time in her career will work collaboratively with local artists on a public art piece.
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Tue, Feb 23rd 2021 02:30 pm
Niagara University has received a $375,000 grant from The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to address the growing mental health needs on campus and in the community. The funding will be used to establish accessible pathways and incremental credentials to improve the quality and availability of services offered by the current and future workforce in support of the region's most vulnerable children and families.
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Tue, Feb 23rd 2021 02:30 pm
The New York Power Authority announced it has joined a collaboration with the nationally respected Pathways in Technology Early College High Schools program, known as P-TECH, to offer high school students workplace skills, training and the educational credentials they need to land competitive jobs in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 07:25 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced new, expanded guidelines for visitation of residents in nursing home facilities in accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines to begin Feb. 26. The New York State Department of Health recommends visitors take a rapid test before entry into the facility, and DOH will provide rapid tests to nursing homes to facilitate their ability to test visitors on-site and at no cost.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 07:25 pm
As the U.S. marked the tragic milestone of 500,000 deaths due to COVID-19, the House of Representatives budget committee took action to advance the American Rescue Plan, a $1.9 trillion COVID relief package. Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, a member of the committee, said Congress should move with "speed and urgency" to pass the relief to respond to the economic and public health consequences of the coronavirus pandemic, which has "fundamentally altered how we live, work and relate to one another."
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 05:40 pm
Congressman Chris Jacobs, R-NY-27, is releasing the following statement ahead of the virtual summit between President Joe Biden and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau:
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 05:40 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced that, as New York's hospitalization and COVID-19 infection rates continue to decline, the state is issuing guidance to begin reopening additional sectors of the economy.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 05:35 pm
Sandra Fredemburg, left, receives her second dose of COVID-19 vaccine from a Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center pharmacist during a clinic held Monday at the Niagara Falls High School Fieldhouse.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 03:00 pm
On Thursday, Feb. 25, fans around the world are invited to take part in a global live premiere event to celebrate the release of "Billie Eilish: The World's A Little Blurry," a new Apple Original Film from award-winning director R.J. Cutler.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 02:55 pm
The Erie County Soil & Water Conservation District is encouraging high school students to enroll in "Erie County Envirothon 2021," an environmental-themed event where students represent their high school team in academic competition while learning about five environmental science topics: aquatics, forestry, soils, wildlife and current events.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 02:55 pm
New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt, joined by Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay and members of both Houses, on Monday "called for their timid colleagues who serve in leadership positions in the State Legislature to finally end Gov. Cuomo's emergency powers, which have been in place for nearly a year without any legislative oversight."
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 02:40 pm
At 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, the Niagara Falls Ministerial Council is presenting a free public Zoom event titled "Mental Health and Spirituality."
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 01:55 pm
The following is a statement from Chip Rogers, president and CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's recent update to prioritize "traveler accommodation" under the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) categories of essential workers.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 01:45 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced the New York State Department of Health is now accepting applications from businesses seeking to operate as cannabinoid hemp processors, retailers or distributors.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 01:40 pm
Celebrating the release of his critically acclaimed, best-selling new recording, "Louder Than The Lies," singer/songwriter Joel Vaughn is inviting fans around the world to a special online concert this Sunday. "Louder Than The Lies: Live" is set to premiere February 28 (8 p.m. ET), and will feature Vaughn and his full band performing the entire 12-track project on location at Blackberry Meadows Farm near Nashville.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 12:15 pm
Record-breaking cold and winter storms across much of the U.S. have had a significant impact on blood and platelet donations. The American Red Cross is urging healthy individuals - especially those with type O blood - to give now to ensure blood products are available for patient emergencies when help can't wait.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 11:45 am
In honor of Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM) in 2021, the New York Council on Problem Gambling (NYCPG) is challenging everyone across New York state - individuals, agencies and communities alike - to come together to face problem gambling.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 11:20 am
Business is a-brewing in the Lumber City. On Friday, North Tonawanda city officials hosted a public "Welcome to Webster Street" event to commemorate the arrival of downtown's newest business, SPoT Coffee.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 11:00 am
Monday's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.64, up 13 cents from last week. One year ago, the price was $2.47. The New York average is $2.70 - up 10 cents from last week. A year ago, the state average was $2.61.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 10:55 am
Congressman Chris Jacobs, R-NY-27, has co-sponsored legislation to require President Joe Biden to provide a complete account of enacted but unspent COVID-19 funds.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 10:55 am
Gov. Andrew Cuomo recently announced he is advancing legislation to strengthen the state's enforcement of utilities to "address systematic failures to prepare for and respond to extreme weather events, including the unacceptable performance of several electric and telecom providers during Tropical Storm Isaias last year.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 10:55 am
Attorney, political commentor and analyst Angela Rye will give the keynote address at Niagara University's annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy. The presentation takes place at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, in the Castellani Art Museum. It is co-sponsored by NU's office of multicultural affairs, multicultural affairs advisory board, campus programming board, Niagara University Student Government, president's office, office of student affairs and Niagara University Opportunity Program. It will be available to the public via Zoom.
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Mon, Feb 22nd 2021 10:40 am
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Sat, Feb 20th 2021 11:05 am
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Saturday announced the launch of "NY PopsUp," what his team called "an unprecedented and expansive festival featuring hundreds of pop-up performances that will revitalize the spirits of New Yorkers with the energy of live performances and will jumpstart the state's live entertainment industry."
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Fri, Feb 19th 2021 05:25 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday announced the opening dates and scheduling information for the six community-based vaccination sites being established through a partnership with the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
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Fri, Feb 19th 2021 04:50 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday released updated guidance for infection rates and testing protocols on college campuses. Colleges and universities testing at least 25% of total on-campus students, faculty and staff weekly will not be required to go on "PAUSE" unless their positivity rate exceeds 5% during a rolling 14-day period.
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Fri, Feb 19th 2021 04:30 pm
Seven-Time Grammy Award winner TobyMac is dropping his first single of the year, in tandem with a music video for "Help Is On The Way (Maybe Midnight)" today. Produced and written by TobyMac and Micah Kuiper, the new track is available across all DSPs.
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Fri, Feb 19th 2021 04:20 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday announced the launch of the "New York Forward" rapid test program to help businesses safely reopen. This unique public-private partnership - first announced in the governor's 2021 State of the State - will make low-cost rapid testing available to the public to support enhanced economic activity as the state continues to reopen sectors of the economy.
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Fri, Feb 19th 2021 04:10 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday announced the New York State Department of Health will allow visitation of residents in nursing home facilities in accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines. The Department of Health recommends visitors take a rapid test before entry into the facility, and DOH will provide rapid tests to nursing homes at no cost.
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Fri, Feb 19th 2021 04:00 pm
Global content leader Lionsgate announced 12-year-old Abby Ryder Fortson, best-known for her scene-stealing performances in Marvel's "Ant-Man" series, will play Margaret Simon and Academy Award nominee Rachel McAdams will play Margaret's mother, Barbara, in the studio's anticipated adaptation of Judy Blume's classic novel "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret."
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Fri, Feb 19th 2021 04:00 pm
As the original "Muppet Show" makes its debut on Disney+, the show's resident stand-up comedian and beloved Muppet, Fozzie Bear, makes his debut at the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, and is on exhibit for visitors to enjoy during their museum experience.
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Fri, Feb 19th 2021 03:55 pm
At 1:27 p.m., June 27, 2020, the Niagara County Sheriff's Office Communications Center received a call from a citizen reporting a possible body in the lower Niagara River along the coastline of a residence in the area of 3719 Lower River Road, Youngstown.
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Fri, Feb 19th 2021 03:55 pm
State tax receipts cumulatively through January of state fiscal year 2020-21 are nearly $2 billion lower than last year, according to the monthly state cash report released by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Overall, tax receipts are $1.7 billion higher than anticipated by the state Division of the Budget's (DOB) January projections.
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Fri, Feb 19th 2021 03:50 pm
A robust winter housing market continued into 2021 with both pending and closed sales remaining strong, according to the housing report released by the New York State Association of REALTORS.
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Fri, Feb 19th 2021 03:50 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday announced what his team called "sweeping nursing home reform legislation to increase transparency, hold nursing home operators accountable for misconduct and help ensure facilities are prioritizing patient care over profits as part of the 30-day amendments.
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