Mon, Jan 2nd 2023 10:30 pm
Shortly after 10 p.m. Monday, the National Football League released the following statement, which was read on air by ESPN "Monday Night Football" host Joe Buck:
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Mon, Jan 2nd 2023 07:00 am
The Strictly Hip will perform a special one-night only concert at the Kenan Center's Taylor Theater, 433 Locust St., Lockport, on Saturday, Jan. 14. This concert will be unique in the fact that it will be intimate and unplugged, featuring an all-acoustic set.
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Sat, Dec 31st 2022 07:00 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul encouraged New Yorkers to spend time in the outdoors this holiday season and celebrate the new year at state parks, historic sites, wildlife areas, canal trails and public lands across the Empire State on Jan. 1, 2023. The "First Day Hikes" program is offering 100 varied hike options for people across the state to enjoy.
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Fri, Dec 30th 2022 11:00 am
We hope to do and offer even more in 2023 - but "we" can only do it as part of a grander "we." You see, without our valued readers, subscribers and advertisers, we couldn't exist. We would be working in a vacuum - and not the good kind; more like the one where your cat's hair tangles up the rollers. Yuck. No one wants that.
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Thu, Dec 29th 2022 09:20 am
"All driving bans in Erie County are lifted as of 12:01am. A county-wide driving/travel advisory is in effect, and the county-wide State of Emergency remains."
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Thu, Dec 29th 2022 07:00 am
AAA Western and Central New York encourages motorists to be extra vigilant this holiday season and to celebrate responsibly. New Year's Eve festivities can be tempting, and AAA urges drivers not to drink and drive. AAA reminds partygoers to plan ahead with a designated driver, ride sharing, or overnight accommodations.
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Thu, Dec 29th 2022 07:00 am
New Year's Eve is one of the most festive nights of the year. Despite its reputation for revelry, New Year's Eve also can be dangerous, which underscores the need to celebrate responsibly when ringing in a new year.
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Thu, Dec 29th 2022 07:00 am
Resolutions can be made at any age. Seniors who may feel that they are past the point in life where trying something new or setting goals is relevant to them can reconsider, as it's never too late in life to have aspirations big or small.
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Wed, Dec 28th 2022 10:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced all major state highways in Western New York will reopen at midnight following one of the most powerful winter storms to ever impact New York. That includes state routes 5, 33 and 198, as well as the Erie County portion of Interstate 190.
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Wed, Dec 28th 2022 04:40 pm
National Grid would like to thank its local, state and national partners who have helped clear access so that the company's field force could reach customers after an historic blizzard resulted in 108,000 Western New York customers losing power.
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Wed, Dec 28th 2022 04:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced additional support to Western New York as part of the state's ongoing response to the deadly winter storm that brought hurricane-force winds, complete whiteout conditions, and more than 4 feet of heavy, wet snow over the holiday weekend.
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Wed, Dec 28th 2022 04:15 pm
As news reports come in of those seriously affected by the deadly Buffalo blizzard, there is an outpouring of support from those who want to help. This is, after all, the "City of Good Neighbors." But it can be tricky to determine what is the best way to donate to ensure that the money is going to the correct people and organizations.
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Wed, Dec 28th 2022 12:40 pm
Following extended power outages that affected Erie County residents and businesses, the Erie County Department of Health is offering advice and recommendations about handling perishable foods that may have spoiled. This guidance is for restaurants and other food facilities, but is useful for residents, as well.
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Wed, Dec 28th 2022 12:40 pm
NETworks Presentations, Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures and Unique Features announced "Elf The Broadway Musical" is slated to open at Shea's Buffalo Theatre. A press release noted, "After a delayed opening due to weather conditions, 'Elf' will open its engagement in Buffalo at Shea's Buffalo Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 29, at 7 p.m."
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Wed, Dec 28th 2022 10:30 am
With a growing number of bed and breakfast and Airbnb-type offerings in the Village of Lewiston, the Board of Trustees recently opted to create a committee to review these businesses. At the first work session of 2023, slated for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, residents are invited to share their opinions on the subject.
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Wed, Dec 28th 2022 09:50 am
TAKE NOTICE that the Village Historical Preservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing to discuss the historic designation of 732 Center Street, Lewiston Opera Hall, on January 9, 2023 at 6PM in the Village Board room at 145 N 4th Street, Lewiston, NY 14092.
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Wed, Dec 28th 2022 09:40 am
New York National Guard Soldiers and Airmen expect to provide military funeral honors for the families of 9,825 New York veterans by the time 2022 ends on Dec. 31.
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Wed, Dec 28th 2022 09:30 am
Old Falls Street USA will host the annual "Family Fun New Year's Eve Party" from 5-10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31. To ring in 2023, families can enjoy activities such as face painters, balloon artists, inflatables, a balloon drop and a DJ.
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Wed, Dec 28th 2022 09:25 am
ABC and dick clark productions recently announced the talented lineup of performers who will take the stage in Times Square during "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2023."
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Wed, Dec 28th 2022 07:00 am
Country music's hottest superstars return to celebrate the new year when CBS presents "New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash," Saturday, Dec. 31 (8-10 p.m., ET/PT, 10:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+.
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Wed, Dec 28th 2022 07:00 am
The late-night revelry of New Year's Eve has made New Year's Day brunch a go-to tradition for millions of people. Staying up until the calendar officially turns from one year to the next at the stroke of midnight can make it harder to get out of bed on the morning of Jan. 1, so there may be no better day to plan a brunch than the first day of the calendar year.
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Tue, Dec 27th 2022 11:35 pm
Catholic Health Pathways Program at 158 Holden St., Buffalo, and the Sisters Health Center at 210 John Glen Drive, Amherst, are open and available to dispense methadone for patients throughout the region. The Buffalo site is open from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m., and the Amherst site is open 6 a.m. to noon.
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Tue, Dec 27th 2022 11:25 pm
National Grid has restored service to 98% (or 105,700) of the 107,700 Western New York customers affected by the historic multiday blizzard that brought hurricane-force winds and more than 50 inches of heavy, wet snow to the region.
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Tue, Dec 27th 2022 01:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced additional actions to provide financial relief to New Yorkers in the Western and North Country regions in the aftermath of this weekend's historic winter storm, part of the state's ongoing efforts to address the historic winter storm that has caused statewide devastation.
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Tue, Dec 27th 2022 12:50 pm
The Office of City of Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino announced, "Modern Disposal will be performing regularly scheduled trash pickup for this week, Wednesday, Dec. 28, through Friday, Dec. 30. Those who normally are scheduled to have Monday or Tuesday garbage pickups will be pushed back to next week. There will be no item restrictions for those two days (Jan. 2-3)."
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Tue, Dec 27th 2022 12:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced the full reopening of the New York State Thruway (I-90), I-290, I-190 (Niagara County section and Erie County section north of I-290), I-990, state routes 400 and 219, in the wake of one of the most consequential snowstorms in New York state history.
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Tue, Dec 27th 2022 09:15 am
Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino remains closed, as a travel ban remains in place for the City of Buffalo amid clean-up and recovery efforts from the blizzard. Reopening plans will be announced when finalized.
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Tue, Dec 27th 2022 07:00 am
Spectrum Health Education and Training Institute (SETI), a licensed continuing education provider for human service professionals, will offer two new virtual trainings beginning in January.
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Mon, Dec 26th 2022 11:20 pm
"The Driving Ban will be lifted in the Town of Amherst as of 7 pm. The Driving Ban will NOT be lifted for Buffalo, Lackawanna, and Cheektowaga during the overnight hours. Lackawanna and Cheektowaga will be revisited in the morning; Buffalo will continue through tomorrow."
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Mon, Dec 26th 2022 11:05 pm
On Monday evening, Tops Supermarkets Public and Media Relations Manager Kathy Sautter reported, "Tops intends to continue to safely reopen as many of its Erie County stores as possible on Tuesday, Dec. 27. All Tops locations outside Erie County will open as scheduled. Please reference Tops' social media accounts (Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) or visit topsmarkets.com/Blizzard22 for up-to-date information."
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Mon, Dec 26th 2022 11:00 pm
National Grid has restored service to 93,600 of its 104,600 Western New York customers affected by the historic multiday blizzard that overwhelmed the region beginning Thursday evening. The company has more than 2,850 restoration experts on the ground - including line, service, tree, damage assessment and public safety workers - who are ready to repair the remaining damage as soon as roads are cleared and outages can be accessed.
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Mon, Dec 26th 2022 11:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday submitted a request to President Joe Biden for a federal emergency declaration, as a result of the historic winter storm that began Thursday, Dec. 22, and continues to impact Western New York and the North Country regions. The storm brought blizzard-like conditions, sustained wind gusts of more than 60 miles per hour, and well-below-freezing temperatures through the holiday weekend.
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Mon, Dec 26th 2022 03:05 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul addressed the media Monday afternoon, providing an update on state efforts to assist Western New York with the aftermath of the weekend blizzard. She said, in part:
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Mon, Dec 26th 2022 02:40 pm
As Western New York continues to recover from the Christmas blizzard, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration reminds blizzard recovery workers and employers to be aware of the hazards and safeguards associated with storm recovery work and work in cold weather.
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Mon, Dec 26th 2022 02:30 pm
Wegmans on Military Road in Niagara Falls graciously opened its doors on Christmas morning for Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center by donating numerous carts full of food to the hospital's patients and essential staff.
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Mon, Dec 26th 2022 09:15 am
On Monday morning, Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz tweeted: "As of 7 AM, the Driving Ban will STILL be in effect for the cities of Buffalo and Lackawanna and the Towns of Amherst, Cheektowaga, Clarence, Evans, Hamburg, Orchard Park and West Seneca. It is lifted for all other towns as of 7 AM. The Thruway and NYS route are still closed."
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Mon, Dec 26th 2022 09:15 am
On Sunday night, Gov. Kathy Hochul provided an update to the ongoing response to the historic winter storm that brought blizzard conditions over the course of the weekend to many parts of Western New York, the Finger Lakes and the North Country regions.
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Mon, Dec 26th 2022 09:00 am
National Grid is partnering with a multiagency coalition of state and local emergency response organizations to identify and prioritize areas for road clearance to facilitate power restoration and emergency response after a blizzard slammed Western New York over the weekend.
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Mon, Dec 26th 2022 07:00 am
Associates at Mercy Hospital took a well-deserved break Saturday to catch part of the Buffalo Bills game against the Chicago Bears.
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Mon, Dec 26th 2022 07:00 am
As the final holiday rush arrives, the American Red Cross asks donors to shake up their holiday plans and give blood or platelets now and throughout the end of the year.
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