Wed, May 6th 2026 08:30 pm
Long COVID affects about 6%-7% of adult Americans and 1% of children, a total of nearly 20 million people. It is a chronic, multi-system disease associated with 200 symptoms that is seen in every demographic.
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Wed, May 6th 2026 08:30 pm
More than 5,000 people are expected to descend on Delaware Park next month as the Independent Health Foundation gears up for its 38th annual "Kids Run," presented by Wegmans, on Saturday, June 6 - one of Western New York's largest group fitness events.
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Wed, May 6th 2026 08:30 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced the unanimous appointment of Mel Passarelli, J.D./M.B.A., to its board of directors.
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Wed, May 6th 2026 08:30 pm
New York Sea Grant is issuing a reminder to residents in New York's Great Lakes region about information resources they can use to document flood impacts and to recover after a flood event.
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Wed, May 6th 2026 08:30 pm
As the Buffalo Sabres prepare to host the Montreal Canadiens, Visit Buffalo is rolling out a welcome for visiting fans with the debut of a new digital resource - the "Hockey Fan's Guide to Buffalo" - and a trio of billboards in Southern Ontario designed to greet Canadian visitors before they even reach the border.
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Wed, May 6th 2026 08:30 pm
Multi-Platinum-selling superstar and multi-ACM Award-winner Cole Swindell celebrates the 10th anniversary of his second studio album, "You Should Be Here," which was released May 6, 2016.
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Wed, May 6th 2026 09:10 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced Anna Pennesi, M.S.N., R.N., R.N.C.‑O.B., C.‑E.F.M., as its new director of women's services.
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Tue, May 5th 2026 08:55 pm
Niagara Gospel Mission is kicking off its second annual "Butter Bowl" competition to collect a year's worth of butter.
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Tue, May 5th 2026 03:10 pm
Speaking at a special fan album playback event today at London's Abbey Road Studios, Paul McCartney revealed his first-ever duet with Ringo Starr. Titled Home to Us," the song will be released Friday, May 8. It is the second song to be released from McCartney's forthcoming album, "The Boys of Dungeon Lane."
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Tue, May 5th 2026 03:10 pm
United Way of Greater Niagara to host its annual "Battle of the Banks" at 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, at Brickyard Brewing Company in Lewiston.
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Tue, May 5th 2026 03:10 pm
The Niagara County Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (NCDMH) is taking part in recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month, aimed at reducing stigma, providing support and educating the public on mental health. As part of this effort, NCDMH officially launched the new Hope Speaks Niagara Community Coalition.
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Tue, May 5th 2026 03:10 pm
The Erie County Fair is excited to announce its 2026 free grandstand entertainment lineup, featuring four nights of live performances included with admission at the Buffalo News Grandstand, from Aug. 12-23 in Hamburg. No extra ticket is required for these shows!
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Mon, May 4th 2026 07:05 pm
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Mon, May 4th 2026 07:05 pm
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Mon, May 4th 2026 05:15 pm
The Erie County Department for the Aging's University Express program officially launched its spring 2026 semester today at the Orchard Park Senior Center, as Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz led the special kickoff class with a special presentation, "Roosevelt Rumble: FDR vs. TR."
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Mon, May 4th 2026 02:55 pm
When NASA's Artemis II crew splashed down in the Pacific upon their return to Earth from their flight around the moon, U.S. Navy sailors stood ready to welcome them home.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 02:45 pm
Stella Niagara Education Park marked Earth Day with a joyful, hands-on celebration rooted in faith, environmental stewardship, and a deep reverence for our planet - our shared home.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 02:45 pm
The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) will conduct its 34th annual national food drive on Saturday, May 9.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 11:25 am
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and AAA Western and Central New York is urging both motorists and riders to keep safety top of mind as the new riding season gets underway.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 11:25 am
First Presbyterian Church - the Village of Lewiston's oldest and most historic church - will host its annual rummage sale on May 15-16 in the church social hall at 505 Cayuga St.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 11:15 am
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Mon, May 4th 2026 11:15 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a record-level investment of $23 million for the statewide targeted reductions in intimate partner violence (STRIVE) initiative, which doubles the number of participating police departments and significantly expands New York's efforts to respond to and prevent domestic violence, hold individuals who cause harm accountable for their behavior, and improve services and better support survivors.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 10:55 am
Anne Marie Moraca-Sawicki, R.N., M.S.N., holds a copy of "Plenty of Time To Be Friends" - her newly published book. The inspirational memoir is about her mother, Joan Forgione Moraca, who became a nurse as an adult after marrying, having five children and surviving cancer.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 10:55 am
Niagara County Legislator Christopher McKimmie will host his next "Coffee with Chris" at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 23, at Grace Lutheran Church, located at 736 Cayuga Drive, Niagara Falls.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 10:55 am
From April 20-24, a coordinated spring aggressive driving enforcement initiative was conducted throughout Niagara County. The operation, undertaken in partnership with the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee's "No Empty Chair" campaign, brought together multiple law enforcement agencies.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 10:55 am
New York State Assembly member Jon Rivera and Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper announced $100,000 in capital funding the Rivera secured for the organization's Riverwatch and RestoreCorps programs.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 10:55 am
New York State United Teachers honored the extraordinary commitment and achievements of its members at the union's 55th representative assembly, NYSUT's annual policymaking convention.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 10:50 am
The 15th annual "I Love My Park Day" brought together more than 5,000 volunteers at over 150 state parks, historic sites and public lands across New York on Saturday.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 10:50 am
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, wildlife services program (USDA-WS), will begin a spring distribution of oral rabies vaccine (ORV) baits (ONRAB) across Niagara County and Western New York in May.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 07:00 am
I am running for the Grand Island Central School District Board of Education to bring disciplined oversight, transparent decision-making, responsible financial management, and a renewed focus on strengthening both vocational and traditional education.
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Mon, May 4th 2026 07:00 am
I am proud to announce my candidacy for an open seat on the Niagara Wheatfield Board of Education.
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Sat, May 2nd 2026 01:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul directed 17 state landmarks to be illuminated red the evening of Saturday, May 2, as part of "Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters," which honors firefighters who have died in service to their communities, remembers their families and recognizes National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 06:45 pm
The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that the bridge carrying Interstate 190 southbound over Niagara Falls Boulevard (U.S. Route 62) in the City of Niagara Falls will be closed beginning at 8 pm. tonight, Friday, May 1, until 6 a.m. tomorrow, Saturday, May 2, to facilitate bridge repairs.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 01:00 pm
SUNY Erie President Dr. Adiam Tsegai provided this statement regarding the situation at City Campus on Friday:
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Fri, May 1st 2026 10:55 am
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Fri, May 1st 2026 10:10 am
Destination Niagara USA will join communities across the country in celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) from May 3-9, recognizing the vital role tourism plays in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and enhancing quality of life in Niagara County.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 10:10 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Christian Jackstadt was named acting commissioner of the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles following the April 29 retirement of Commissioner Mark J.F. Schroeder.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 10:10 am
Niagara Gospel Mission officially launched its "Niagara Gospel Country Club," a new leadership development initiative designed to equip residents with the character, discipline and practical skills needed to successfully reenter the workforce and community.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 10:10 am
It's prom season across Western and Central New York, which means more teen drivers will be out and about. While prom is a celebration and a rite of passage, it can be a dangerous night on the roads. AAA is reminding teens, parents and educators to plan ahead to prevent prom and graduation season from turning deadly.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 10:10 am
The New York State Department of Transportation observed an alarming trend of speeding during recent deployments of automated work zone speed enforcement cameras along Interstate 290 in Amherst.
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