Thu, May 18th 2023 08:50 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 29-year-old Talyn D. Williams of Buffalo was sentenced this morning before Erie County Court Judge Shelia A. DiTullio to 25 years to life in prison.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:50 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 39-year-old Edward T. Turner of Buffalo pleaded guilty this morning before Erie County Court Judge Sheila A. DiTullio to one count of attempted robbery in the first degree and one count of robbery in the second degree (class "C" violent felonies).
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:50 pm
The Wheatfield Garden Club invites the community to its upcoming membership drive and plant-sharing event. A program will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 24, at the Wheatfield Community and Senior Center, 2790 Church Road.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:50 pm
"HOPE Day," the annual 24-hour match challenge day of giving to benefit Appeal, brought in a record total of $507,456 toward this year's $9.5 million goal in support of Catholic Charities of Buffalo and the "Fund for the Faith." This total included $111,000 in matching funds from EnergyMark LLC and Thomann Asphalt Paving.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:50 pm
Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman announced Reginald Barnes was sentenced this morning by County Court Judge John Ottaviano to 16 years in State Prison for his conviction of attempted aggravated assault on a police officer.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:50 pm
Following the proactive action taken by multiple counties in recent days, Niagara County on Wednesday issued a state of emergency in relation to the "immigrant crisis plaguing New York City," making it clear that it lacks the resources and accommodations to accept busloads of immigrants from downstate.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:45 pm
The New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) announced New York's electric grid and its electric utilities are prepared for increased summer demand for electricity. Additionally, the price for electricity paid by full-service residential customers on average is expected to be lower than a year ago, depending on the customer's location, demand and actual market prices.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced applications are now being accepted for the ninth year of 43North, the state-funded accelerator that invests $5 million annually to attract world-class entrepreneurs to grow their startups in Buffalo. This year, 43North will select five seed-stage startups to receive an investment of $1 million each and join their immersive accelerator program.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:45 pm
May 14-20 is National Women's Health Week. The Erie County Department of Health is joining with the HHS Office of Women's Health (OWH) to promote this year's theme: "#KNOWHmore About Your Health, Today and Every Day."
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:45 pm
Larry A. Montani, a former chemical manufacturing executive, has been named chair of the Niagara University board of trustees. Christopher D. Ross, principal at Lawley Insurance, has been named vice chair. The appointments were announced by the Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., president of the university.
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Thu, May 18th 2023 08:45 pm
The Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority (BMHA) announced it is no longer designated as a "troubled" public housing authority by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
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Wed, May 17th 2023 04:20 pm
TNT launches a second night of professional wrestling with a new tentpole series, "AEW: Collision" on Saturday, June 17, it was announced today by Kathleen Finch, chairman and chief content officer, US Networks Group, Warner Bros. Discovery, during the company's 2023 upfront presentation at Madison Square Garden in New York City. This live, two-hour, in-ring show will air every Saturday night from 8-10 p.m. ET and feature more wrestlers, more stories and more action to super-serve fans.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 04:10 pm
The Max Original docuseries, "Downey's Dream Cars," debuts with two episodes Thursday, June 22, on Max, with two new episodes debuting each Thursday leading up to the final two episodes on July 6.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 04:05 pm
Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman announced a Niagara County jury returned a guilty verdict in the murder case against Antonio Carr, age 30, of Niagara Falls, this afternoon. Carr was found guilty of murder in the second degree, as well as multiple weapons counts, in the slaying of 57-year-old Tracy Greene at the victim's barber shop in Niagara Falls on Oct. 2, 2021.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 03:50 pm
The New York State Department of Health (DOH) is partnering with Catholic Health to provide temporary emergency services in eastern Niagara County until the health system's new Lockport Memorial Hospital opens this fall.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 03:50 pm
Today, Warner Records released Eric Clapton's previously unreleased 1991 rock performance of "Knockin' On Heavens Door" at The Royal Albert Hall.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 03:30 pm
Two-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Lauren Daigle has released her highly anticipated, self-titled album - "Lauren Daigle" - out now via Atlantic Records/Centricity Music.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 03:10 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced a jury found 21-year-old Abdiwahab Sabtow of Buffalo guilty of one count of kidnapping in the second degree (class "B" violent felony).
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Wed, May 17th 2023 02:05 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos reminded New Yorkers to appreciate wildlife from a safe distance and resist the urge to touch or pick up newborn fawns and other young wildlife. Human contact with wildlife can result in unintended consequences detrimental to the animals people intend to help.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 02:05 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 24-year-old Dequan Richardson of Cheektowaga was sentenced this morning before Erie County Court Judge Susan Eagan to 25 years to life in prison.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 02:05 pm
On Tuesday, New York State Sen. Sean Ryan recognized Yuki Numata Resnick, an accomplished violinist, nonprofit leader and educator, as a member of the 2023 New York State Senate "Women of Distinction" class of honorees.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 02:05 pm
New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez announced the importance of bicycle safety during National Bicycle Safety Month, and reminded everyone that roadway safety is a shared responsibility.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 02:05 pm
Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University is thrilled to announce its summer events and exhibitions, including "Kids 'n Arts" summer camp.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 12:40 pm
New York State Senate Republican Leader Robert Ortt honored Rebecca Wydysh, chairwoman of the Niagara County Legislature, as the 2023 New York State Senate "Woman of Distinction" from the 62nd Senate District.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 11:30 am
The Niagara Arts and Cultural Center is debuting its newest showcase, "COHORT: An Alberto Rey Alumni Exhibition."
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Wed, May 17th 2023 10:20 am
New York voters approved 98.5% of proposed school district budgets on Tuesday, May 16, according to preliminary results compiled by the New York State School Boards Association.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 09:40 am
The Town of Niagara has revealed the acts headlining the 2023 "Music Mania Mondays" concert series. Events take place at Veteran's Memorial Community Park, 7000 Lockport Road.
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Wed, May 17th 2023 09:40 am
Lewiston-Porter Central School District Secretary to the Superintendent/District Clerk Marisa I. Barile announced the following unofficial results of the Lewiston-Porter Central School District 2023 annual meeting, budget vote and election:
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Tue, May 16th 2023 06:35 pm
Niagara University and Medaille University have entered a "teach out" agreement to provide students from Medaille an opportunity to continue their academic studies at NU. Medaille, which announced it is closing as of Aug. 31, sent a letter to all of its students on behalf of Niagara University on Monday afternoon.
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Tue, May 16th 2023 06:30 pm
The 59th annual commencement ceremony at Niagara County Community College took place on Saturday, May 13, at the Sanborn campus. More than 300 students crossed the stage to receive their degree.
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Tue, May 16th 2023 06:30 pm
Due to a family emergency, "Choir! Choir! Choir!," originally scheduled for Wednesday, May 17, at Kleinhans Music Hall has been postponed.
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Tue, May 16th 2023 06:30 pm
Villa Maria and Medaille University have reached a teach-out agreement that will allow Medaille's students to complete their degrees at the college once their university closes in August.
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Tue, May 16th 2023 06:25 pm
SUNY Buffalo State University will confer degrees on roughly 1,300 undergraduate and 500 graduate students during its 151st commencement celebration on Saturday, May 20, in the Buffalo State Sports Arena.
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Tue, May 16th 2023 06:25 pm
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips," the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is providing safety tips to follow when using gas or charcoal grills. This Memorial Day on May 29 will mark the beginning of summer for many New Yorkers, and with it, the start of the grilling season. Following proper safety procedures when grilling can help reduce injury and save lives.
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Tue, May 16th 2023 06:25 pm
During Older Americans Month in May, the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) is seeking public input on its proposed four-year plan to the federal government during a series of upcoming public information forums outlining NYSOFA's goals and objectives to assist older residents, their families, and caregivers.
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Tue, May 16th 2023 12:20 pm
Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. (ECHDC) and Be Our Guest, a subsidiary of Rich Entertainment Group, announced the initial 2023 summer season lineup of events at the Buffalo Waterfront. From Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, Canalside and the Outer Harbor will host over 100 events and programs.
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Tue, May 16th 2023 12:20 pm
Today, Grammy Award-nominated eight-times-Diamond-Certified global superstar Post Malone unveiled his anxiously awaited fifth full-length offering - and one of the most anticipated albums of 2023, "Austin," will arrive July 28.
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Tue, May 16th 2023 12:20 pm
After serving as the "Mega Mentor" for season 23 of NBC's "The Voice," Reba McEntire will continue her run with the beloved competition, signing on as a coach for season 24. Reba will draw from her iconic career as she shares her expertise with hopeful up-and-comers, joining veteran coach John Legend and returning coaches Niall Horan and Gwen Stefani.
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Tue, May 16th 2023 12:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced health insurance renewals have begun for more than 9 million New Yorkers enrolled in public health insurance programs, "and New York stands ready to help consumers stay covered."
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Tue, May 16th 2023 08:05 am
Revised text for a proposed change to the Village of Lewiston's "sandwich board" sign law was presented at Monday's monthly municipal meeting.
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