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Recovering and healing topic of May 14 remembrance event at UB
Fri, May 5th 2023 09:40 am
How to bring about racial healing will be explored during an event on May 11 to remember the one-year anniversary of the mass shooting at the Tops Markets on Jefferson Avenue.
DiNapoli: Local sales tax collections up 7% in first quarter
Thu, May 4th 2023 10:50 am
Local government sales tax collections in New York state totaled $5.5 billion in the first quarter of 2023, an increase of 7.1%, or nearly $369 million, compared to the same three-month period last year, according to a report released by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.
Attorney general: $350,000 to fight childhood lead poisoning, reduce energy bills in Erie County
Thu, May 4th 2023 10:45 am
New York Attorney General Letitia James on Wednesday announced she is providing $350,000 to Erie County to fight lead poisoning and reduce energy costs for low-income families.
Mental Health Association in Niagara County holding volunteer recruitment event
Thu, May 4th 2023 10:45 am
The Mental Health Association in Niagara County (MHA) will host a volunteer recruitment event on from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 20, at The Ship Bar & Grill, 5612 Tonawanda Creek Road, Lockport. The event will include food and drink specials all afternoon, giveaways, as well as DJ Rosario playing music at the event.
2 Orleans/Niagara BOCES employees win 2023 WNYSEC Awards of Excellence
Thu, May 4th 2023 10:45 am
Lisa Bielmeier, public relations director of Orleans/Niagara BOCES, and Scott Brauer, a Niagara Career and Technical Education Center Project-Based Engineering teacher, were among the 18 recognized from across the Western New York area by the Western New York Educational Service Council (WNYSEC) on April 26 at the Awards of Excellence ceremony.
Kelynn Holenstein named grand-prizewinner of poster art contest for Taste of Buffalo presented By Tops
Thu, May 4th 2023 10:45 am
Tops Friendly Markets and the Taste of Buffalo announced Kelynn Holenstein, a talented artist from North Tonawanda, is the grand-prizewinner of the 2023 Taste of Buffalo Tops poster art contest.
Niagara County: Employment & Training ups tuition assistance grant availability to $5,000
Thu, May 4th 2023 10:45 am
Niagara County Employment & Training Director Donald J. Jablonski announced the amount of money available through the department's tuition assistance grant has increased from $4,000 to $5,000.
Bill Medley, of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame duo The Righteous Brothers, joins Bucky Heard for concert at The Riviera Theatre
Thu, May 4th 2023 10:05 am
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame duo The Righteous Brothers topped the charts in four decades. Now, Bill Medley joins forces with one of the most versatile vocalists in America, Bucky Heard, to bring the Righteous Brothers back to the stage.
Legislation gives NYPA additional authority to advance renewable energy generation & decarbonization in NYS
Thu, May 4th 2023 09:45 am
The 2023-24 enacted state budget provides the New York Power Authority (NYPA) with new authority to develop, own and operate renewable energy-generating projects - either alone or in collaboration with other entities - to assist the state in meeting its clean energy targets, including producing 70% of the state's electricity from renewable sources by 2030 and creating a zero-emission statewide electrical system by 2040.
Hochul directs flags to half-staff to honor fallen officer Nicholas A. Georgeadis
Thu, May 4th 2023 09:45 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced flags on state buildings will be flown at half-staff on May 4 and 5 in honor of fallen retired Senior Investigator Nicholas A. Georgeadis.
Buffalo Sabres eliminated from 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs
Thu, May 4th 2023 08:10 am
The Buffalo Sabres were eliminated from Stanley Cup Playoff contention when they lost 6-2 at Prudential Center to the New Jersey Devils. Buffalo (40-33-7) failed to make the playoffs for the 12th consecutive season.
Harry Styles premieres 'Satellite' music video
Wed, May 3rd 2023 07:40 pm
Harry Styles has premiered the music video for "Satellite" today, the fourth official single from his critically acclaimed and two-times-Platinum-certified, Grammy Award-winning Album of the Year, "Harry's House."
Hochul announces agreement to increase New York's minimum wage
Wed, May 3rd 2023 07:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the fiscal year 2024 budget agreement includes a "transformative plan to help low-wage New Yorkers keep up with the rising cost of living by increasing New York's minimum wage for three years, and then tying future increases to inflation."
Alzheimer's Association to hold forum for Niagara County residents
Wed, May 3rd 2023 07:35 pm
In a collaboration with Catholic Charities, the Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will hold a forum about Alzheimer's disease and dementia for Niagara County residents from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, May 11, at the Catholic Charities office at 625 Tronolone Place in Niagara Falls.
Novel disease mechanisms for age-related macular degeneration emerge from decade's worth of systems biology research
Wed, May 3rd 2023 07:35 pm
The first genome-wide significant study of the epigenetics of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) has yielded a trove of genetic mechanisms and pathways that are responsible for this disease, a leading cause of severe vision loss in older adults. AMD results from damage in the macula, which provides clear, straight-ahead vision, and therefore is critical to the ability to read, drive and recognize faces.
New York State Parks welcomes 32 graduates from State Park Police Academy
Wed, May 3rd 2023 07:35 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced 32 new graduates from the 17th Basic School of the State Park Police Academy.
NYS: EFC accepting applications for $425M in grants for critical water infrastructure projects
Wed, May 3rd 2023 07:35 pm
The New York State Environmental Facilities Corp. (EFC) announced the application period is open for $425 million in state grants made available for critical water infrastructure projects that protect public health and the environment.
Onward and UPWARD for Chamber of Commerce
Wed, May 3rd 2023 05:45 pm
This week, we celebrated a significant milestone in the evolution of our organization. It was with great pride and enthusiasm that we unveiled the rebrand of our chamber of commerce, now known as the Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce.
Russell Salvatore donates 270 TVs to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center
Wed, May 3rd 2023 11:25 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced it has received a generous donation of 270 new televisions from Western New York philanthropist and restaurateur Russell J. Salvatore.
Alzheimer's Association: Eli Lilly announces topline results from phase 3 trial of donanemab
Wed, May 3rd 2023 11:25 am
Today, Eli Lilly announced positive topline results from their phase 3 TRAILBLAZER-ALZ2 clinical trial of donanemab, an anti-amyloid monoclonal antibody for the treatment of early symptomatic Alzheimer's disease.
Kenmore Mercy and Mount St. Mary's hospitals awarded 'A' Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group
Wed, May 3rd 2023 09:35 am
Kenmore Mercy Hospital and Mount St. Mary's Hospital received the Buffalo-Niagara region's only "A" Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit agency that rates hospitals on how well they protect patients from preventable harm.
'Dancing with the Stars' returns to ABC this fall
Wed, May 3rd 2023 09:35 am
"Dancing with the Stars" will make history once again, becoming the first series to simulcast across both ABC and Disney+ for its upcoming 32nd season, and will be available the next day on Hulu. Beginning this fall, the beloved show will reach audiences across multiple Disney platforms in their respective time zones.
WEBR: Yuhnke hires top radio jock to lead programming
Wed, May 3rd 2023 09:35 am
Liberty Taxi and broadcasting exec Bill Yuhnke is making news again with the hiring of veteran radio jock Tony Venturoli as the new program director at WEBR Radio 1440 AM.
'Big R': Wet weather cancels Wednesday & Thursday Practice; season opens Friday night
Wed, May 3rd 2023 09:35 am
Inclement weather continues to plague Ransomville Speedway, as speedway management made the decision to cancel the upcoming practice sessions scheduled for Wednesday, May 3, for the stock car program, and Thursday, May 4, for the "Little R" go-kart program.
Edward Town Middle School honor rolls
Wed, May 3rd 2023 07:00 am
Edward Town Middle School announced the following students were named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the third quarter marking period of the 2022-23 academic year.
Niagara Wheatfield High School high honor, honor, merit rolls
Wed, May 3rd 2023 07:00 am
Niagara Wheatfield High School announced the following students were named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the third quarter marking period of the 2022-23 academic year.
Niagara Falls City Market seeks vendors for new season
Wed, May 3rd 2023 07:00 am
Field & Fork Network has announced its management of the Niagara Falls City Market, what it called "a dynamic community hub for locals and visitors." The market will officially open June 1 at 19th Street and Pine Avenue in downtown Niagara Falls.
Lewiston Choraleers present spring program
Wed, May 3rd 2023 07:00 am
The Lewiston Choraleers will present its annual spring program, "My Favorite Things," at three area churches on May 27-28 and June 3. The program will feature an upbeat mix of music from Disney productions, Irving Berlin favorites, and patriotic numbers.
Higgins: $750,000 to help WNY small businesses establish & expand e-commerce
Wed, May 3rd 2023 07:00 am
During Small Business Week, Congressman Brian Higgins announced $750,000 in federal funding to help Western New York start-ups and existing small businesses develop a website and facilitate opportunities to grow online sales. The funding, secured by Higgins in the 2022 budget, is directed to the Small Business Development Center at SUNY Buffalo State, which is leading the e-commerce program.
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Auxiliary honors Claire Villanova with Esther Werner & Helene Barter Scholarship
Wed, May 3rd 2023 07:00 am
The Esther Werner & Helene Barter Scholarship, awarded annually by The Auxiliary of Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, was awarded to Claire Villanova, a forensic interview specialist at the Child Advocacy Center of Niagara (CAC).
Buffalo State to break ground on new Social Justice Walk, honor outgoing president
Tue, May 2nd 2023 04:35 pm
Buffalo State University is honoring its recent past and making way for its future with a Social Justice Walk groundbreaking and farewell reception from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, May 4. The groundbreaking will take place outside the Sports Arena, and the reception will follow in the Science and Mathematics Complex's atrium.
AAA offices once again offering foreign currency
Tue, May 2nd 2023 04:35 pm
AAA Western and Central New York is once again offering international travelers the opportunity to purchase foreign currency at preferred exchange rates. The announcement comes as bookings for international travel are up more than 200% this year.
DEC announces 2022 deer harvest estimates
Tue, May 2nd 2023 04:35 pm
Hunters in New York harvested an estimated 231,961 deer during the 2022 hunting seasons, a 10% increase from last year, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced.
Chris Janson announces focus track featuring music legends Dolly Parton & Slash
Tue, May 2nd 2023 02:30 pm
Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Chris Janson has announced his forthcoming focus track, "21 Forever," featuring two musical icons and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members: Dolly Parton and Slash.
NYS agriculture commissioner launches National Beef Month with New York Beef Passport
Tue, May 2nd 2023 02:30 pm
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball on Tuesday kicked off National Beef Month in New York state and announced the launch of the New York Beef Passport.
United Way of Buffalo & Erie County Next Generation United advisory board now accepting proposals for Pitch10 2023
Tue, May 2nd 2023 02:30 pm
The United Way of Buffalo & Erie County Next Generation United advisory board (NGU) announced the 2023 Pitch10 request for proposals process is now open. Selected finalists for Pitch10 in 2023 will compete for a total of $50,000 in grants - twice as much as last year - thanks to the generosity of the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, which has pledged a $25,000 matching grant to support the Pitch10 2023 prize fund.
Buffalo man pending sentence on gun charge pleads guilty for kidnapping teenage victim in separate case
Tue, May 2nd 2023 02:25 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 44-year-old Demario Baines of Buffalo pleaded guilty yesterday morning before Erie County Court Judge Kenneth Case to one count of kidnapping in the second degree (class "B" violent felony). The defendant pleaded guilty to the highest count in the indictment against him.
Consumer alert: NYS DCP releases guide with tips on navigating moving & storage scams
Tue, May 2nd 2023 01:20 pm
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips," the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection announced the release of a comprehensive guide that provides consumers with important tips to avoid moving and storage company scams.
Attorney general secures agreement with insulin manufacturers to cap prices for uninsured New Yorkers
Tue, May 2nd 2023 01:20 pm
New York Attorney General Letitia James today secured agreements from the nation's largest insulin manufacturers, Eli Lilly and Company (Lilly), and Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC (Sanofi), to cap the price of insulin at $35 per monthly prescription for uninsured New Yorkers for five years.
Hochul issues proclamation celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Tue, May 2nd 2023 01:20 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday issued a proclamation celebrating May 2023 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
 

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