Wed, Nov 1st 2023 05:20 pm
Every year, 4.1 million New Yorkers assume the role of caregiver at some point, providing more than 2.6 billion hours of direct, hands-on, unpaid care to loved ones. The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and its network offer many services to support unpaid caregivers who are helping New Yorkers of any age.
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Wed, Nov 1st 2023 05:20 pm
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the program, Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced the New York State Tuition Assistance Program application is now open for applicants for the 2024-25 school year.
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Wed, Nov 1st 2023 05:15 pm
ACT, the nonprofit learning organization and provider of college and career readiness assessments, has announced a new program allowing students who register for the December test date to receive a credit that can be used to take another ACT test for free.
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Wed, Nov 1st 2023 11:40 am
Rich Entertainment Group's Buffalo Waterfront announced the Ice at Canalside, presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of WNY, will open Friday, Nov. 24. Western New Yorkers are invited to lace up their skates and kick-off the rink's 10th winter season at the opening weekend celebration.
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Wed, Nov 1st 2023 11:40 am
Artpark & Company held its annual meeting at The Buffalo Club on Oct. 18. Senior leadership - President Sonia Clark and Vice President Dave Wedekindt - reported to the board of directors on the organization's highlights and accomplishments for its 50th season. The 2023 campaign featured 189 events, workshops and programs that served nearly 100,000 visitors. Artpark & Company's estimated economic impact to the region was $9.7 million.
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Wed, Nov 1st 2023 11:40 am
The Country Music Association has revealed the second round of performers for The 57th Annual CMA Awards. Kelsea Ballerini, Kenny Chesney, Luke Combs, Dan + Shay, Jordan Davis, HARDY, Alan Jackson, Cody Johnson, Post Malone, Mac McAnally, Ashley McBryde, Morgan Wallen, The War And Treaty and Zac Brown Band will all take the stage at this year's star-studded CMA Awards.
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Wed, Nov 1st 2023 11:40 am
New York State United Teachers congratulated its 174 teams who participated in the American Cancer Society's "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer" walks across the state, raising over $275,000 to save lives and fund the future of cancer research, patient support and advocacy.
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Wed, Nov 1st 2023 11:40 am
Congressman Brian Higgins welcomed the news that the government of Canada is giving owners affected by the Underused Housing Tax until April 30, 2024, to file 2022 taxes without penalties. The announcement of the extension comes days after Higgins, who serves as co-chair of the Northern Border Caucus, called for a suspension of tax collection until the findings of a cost-benefit analysis and a House of Commons report are released.
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Wed, Nov 1st 2023 11:40 am
Qualified high school students are offered a unique opportunity to explore the world by spending an academic year, semester or summer in Europe, Asia, North or South America, Australia or South Africa as part of the ASSE International student exchange program.
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Wed, Nov 1st 2023 11:40 am
Nov. 17 is the fast-approaching deadline for the required preregistration for the Advent 2023 silent guided retreat weekend set for Friday through Sunday, Dec. 1-3, at Stella Niagara's Center of Renewal Retreat & Conference Center.
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Wed, Nov 1st 2023 07:00 am
Small Business Saturday is on Saturday, Nov. 25. It's time for our member businesses to think about what they can do to celebrate the day. Retail and restaurant businesses have traditionally celebrated this day with promotions and sales, but there is also an opportunity for service-based businesses to be a part of the day!
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Tue, Oct 31st 2023 04:25 pm
Food Network has ordered a season three pickup of "Bobby's Triple Threat," it was announced today by Betsy Ayala, head of content, food, Warner Bros. Discovery. Hosted by Bobby Flay and featuring his three culinary titans, Tiffany Derry, Michael Voltaggio and Brooke Williamson, "Bobby's Triple Threat" second season debuted Aug. 22 and wrapped Oct. 24, reaching more than 11 million total viewers (across Food Network/Max/Discovery+).
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Tue, Oct 31st 2023 04:15 pm
The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance on Tuesday announced applications for home heating assistance will be accepted beginning Wednesday, Nov. 1, throughout the state.
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Tue, Oct 31st 2023 03:55 pm
Earl Ward Wright II, 58, of Warren, Rhode Island, formerly of Grand Island, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023, at Rhode Island Hospital.
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Tue, Oct 31st 2023 01:40 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced Tiffany Scott, R.N., is its newly appointed director of education.
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Tue, Oct 31st 2023 01:40 pm
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month - and a time to raise awareness about the specialized, expert care Niagara Hospice provides to individuals with life-limiting illness. In recognizing the month, the nonprofit organization has events planned for November.
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Tue, Oct 31st 2023 01:40 pm
The International Institute of Buffalo (IIB) has updated and rereleased what it called "important lifesaving information" in many languages on its website "to help more people prepare for the coming winter weather." The URL is iibuffalo.org/snow.
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Tue, Oct 31st 2023 01:15 pm
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (AGM) and Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) announced $1.2 million is available as part of New York state's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program's Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention (SNAP-Ed) program.
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Tue, Oct 31st 2023 01:10 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation encourages outdoor enthusiasts to respectfully share the woods and follow safety precautions this fall and winter.
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Tue, Oct 31st 2023 01:10 pm
As the Buffalo Bills play in Cincinnati for the first time since Damar Hamlin's collapse, fans will be learning the lifesaving skills of Hands-Only CPR during the CycleNation event sponsored by the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 05:40 pm
#OneChicago fans can catch up with their favorite police department.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 05:00 pm
Erie County Clerk Michael Kearns unveiled the newest reserved parking space for Purple Heart combat wounded veterans. This one is at the Erie County Auto Bureau located at 6853 Erie Road in the Town of Evans.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 03:45 pm
New York Sea Grant announced Great Lakes literacy specialist Nate Drag and teachers from the North Tonawanda, Palmyra-Macedon and Horseheads school districts who participated in the shipboard science workshop aboard the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Research Vessel (R/V) Lake Guardian on Lake Ontario in 2023 will speak at the Nov. 3-6 Science Teachers Association of New York State Conference in Syracuse.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 03:30 pm
Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman announced a Niagara County jury returned a guilty verdict in the murder case against Shaquan Gibson, age 49, of Niagara Falls this morning.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 03:20 pm
The Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market made its debut at First Presbyterian Church on Saturday, showcasing many of the vendors typically found at Academy Park in summertime. It will continue at this location throughout the winter, with the next market set for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 01:35 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 36-year-old Salvatore S. Rizzo of Hamburg was sentenced this morning before Erie County Court Judge James Bargnesi to 20 years to life in prison.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 01:35 pm
Landmarks across Buffalo, including Seneca One Tower, together with more than 1,000 buildings and landmarks around the world, will be lighting up teal Nov. 2 to raise Alzheimer's awareness as part of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America's "Light the World in Teal."
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 01:35 pm
Anyone who has experienced a Western New York winter knows that fierce frosts and wicked winds can make travel and outdoor conditions dangerous. With snow in the forecast, now is the time to get serious about winter preparedness for your home, vehicle, workplace and neighborhood.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 01:15 pm
Today, the titans of American classic rock, ZZ Top and Lynyrd Skynyrd, announced 36 additional appearances of their joint co-headlining tour - "The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour." The tour kicks off in Savannah, Georgia, on Friday, March 8, 2024, and includes a stop at Darien Lake Amphitheater in Darien Center on Sept. 12.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 01:15 pm
Creed, the multi-Platinum, Grammy and American Music Award-winning rock band, is thrilled to announce their eagerly awaited 2024 "Summer of '99 Tour."
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 01:10 pm
Colin James, a true icon in Canadian music, takes the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino by storm Jan. 25, 2024. Known for his unmatched consistency, extraordinary guitar skills, and with 20 acclaimed albums under his belt, James continues to challenge himself and push the boundaries of his craft.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 01:10 pm
The fourth annual "Art of Fashion" design competition and runway show returns to the Niagara Arts and Cultural Center, at 7 p.m. Nov. 11, with what organizers called "Incredible couture creations by 36 local designers ... worn by over 80 models on the NACC's Grand Theatre stage."
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 01:10 pm
The Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy board of trustees announced the appointment of Catie Stephenson as its new executive director.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 12:25 pm
The regularly scheduled work session of the Village of Lewiston Board for Monday, November 6, 2023 has been cancelled due to lack of a quorum.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 11:05 am
Multi-Platinum pop icons New Kids on the Block announce "The Magic Summer 2024 Tour." Reimagining the smash 1990 tour of the same name, Donnie, Joey, Jordan, Jonathan and Danny will bring back the magic for fans old and new, this time with very special guests Paula Abdul and DJ Jazzy Jeff.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 11:05 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.49, down 6 cents from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.76. The New York state average is $3.74, down 4 cents from a week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.81.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 11:05 am
Santa's little elves are back and busy as ever helping you save big once again this holiday season with the return of Tops Christmas bonus. Now in its eighth season, Tops Christmas bonus has saved shoppers over $15 million on their holiday shopping. It's amazing how one stop has turned into huge savings on groceries, gas, and your holiday gifts!
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 11:05 am
This November, during Native American Heritage Month, communities throughout New York state will celebrate the culture and traditions of Indigenous peoples. Yet, a disproportionate number of those from Native Nations experience adverse health resulting from commercial tobacco use. Specialists with the New York State Smokers' Quitline are ready to assist members of Native Nations and all who live throughout the state with free and confidential resources to quit.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 07:00 am
Dreary weather on Sunday might've put a fright in the hearts of Lewiston merchants, but it actually served as an ideal backdrop for the annual "Trick or Treat on Center Street." With the roadway closed, more children came out to collect candy and show off their stellar Halloween costumes.
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Mon, Oct 30th 2023 07:00 am
The "LiveNF Makers Market," presented by the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area, returns on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25, as part of Jingle Falls USA.
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