Fri, Feb 10th 2023 05:00 pm
If you worked in the past year and earned $59,187 or less, you can get your federal and state taxes e-filed for free, and you may qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). That is why I am pleased that the Erie County Clerk's Office is raising awareness of the critical support of the United Way's MyFreeTaxes program.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 03:10 pm
ABC News' "Good Morning America" co-anchor Michael Strahan sits one-on-one with Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin in his first television interview since he collapsed on the field after suffering cardiac arrest just over a month ago.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 03:05 pm
"Fast X," the 10th film in the "Fast & Furious Saga," launches the final chapters of one of cinema's most storied and popular global franchises, now in its third decade and still going strong with the same core cast and characters as when it began.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 03:05 pm
Grammy Award-winning songwriter, producer, and worship leader Brooke Ligertwood has released a multi-track EP for her song, "A Thousand Hallelujahs." The release features multiple versions of the anthem including a new radio version (which is impacting radio today), a live performance, a Passion 2022 live recording, and an acoustic rendition of "A Thousand Hallelujahs." Click here to listen to these special recordings of the song.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 02:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced $7.6 million is available to support animal shelters and humane societies in making "critical upgrades" at New York's animal shelters. This is the fifth round of funding for New York State's Companion Animal Capital Fund, the first state-funded program in the nation to provide for shelter improvement projects. Funded projects will enhance animal care and help to ensure adoptions for New York's dogs and cats.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 02:40 pm
New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Commissioner Jeanette Moy announced the relaunch of the state's online surplus property auctions on a new platform operated by GovDeals.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 02:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced that all New Yorkers enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will receive a supplemental allotment of food benefits for February, including those already receiving the maximum allowable level.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 02:40 pm
Worship leader and songwriter Hannah Hobbs has released her intimate live solo project, "Sundown," available today. Her solo debut features a live recording night of worship, and includes Hillsong's Ben Fielding, Cass Langton, Alexander Pappas, as well as Rita Springer. Her team said, "Inspired by the sabbath, 'Sundown' was recorded to enter into a time of rest and refreshing in God's presence."
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 01:35 pm
The big game is Sunday and, no matter which team you're rooting for, AAA Western and Central New York wants to remind drivers to have a plan in place to get home safely after a night of festivities. If a 150-pound adult drank three 12-ounce cans of beer during the game, studies show their reasoning would be less reliable and reaction time slowed.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 01:00 pm
The unmistakable voice of Whitney Houston is powerful and timeless. She is one of the best-selling artists of all time with sales of over 200 million records worldwide, and is the only artist to have had seven consecutive No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 12:55 pm
On Thursday's finale of "Hell's Kitchen," chef Gordon Ramsay announced Alex Belew from Murfreesboro, Tennessee, as the winner.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 12:55 pm
On Sunday, Feb. 12, the Kansas City Chiefs (16-3) and the Philadelphia Eagles (16-3) will meet in Super Bowl LVII (6:30 p.m. ET, FOX) at State Farm Stadium in Arizona. It marks the sixth time since 2000 that the two No. 1 seeds will meet in the Super Bowl.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 12:55 pm
Taking "Center Stage" alongside some of Christian music's leading artists during this year's Winter Jam Tour, chart-topping singer/songwriter Sean BE bows his aptly titled latest single today. His team said, "A high-energy pop anthem, 'Center Stage' has quickly become a fan favorite in concert, and is now available on streaming platforms."
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 12:50 pm
Dallas Cowboys Quarterback Dak Prescott has been selected as the 2022 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year presented by Nationwide, the NFL announced Thursday.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 12:20 pm
To permanently honor the impact of Jim Brown on the NFL, the player with the most rushing yards each season will be presented with the "Jim Brown Award," the NFL announced Thursday during "NFL Honors," the league's primetime awards show.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 12:20 pm
The latest recording in commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the untimely passing of American songwriter and gospel music icon Rich Mullins is out now. "Deep Valley," Mullins' first-ever live recording to be made available to the public, releases today on Old Bear Records.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 12:20 pm
As the Western New York community remembers the lives lost 14 years ago in the tragic crash of Flight 3407, Congressman Brian Higgins "remains vigilant in the fight to protect flight safety as Congress debates measures included in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization this year," his team said.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 12:20 pm
An infant's ability to securely attach to a caregiver or parent is among the most important steps in the life course, according to Mickey Sperlich, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the University at Buffalo School of Social Work (SSW).
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 11:50 am
New evidence uncovered by The Buffalo History Museum might explain why The Anchor Bar chose to serve blue cheese and celery with its first plates of wings nearly six decades ago.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 11:45 am
St. Francis Early Childhood Center in the City of Tonawanda is looking for basket raffle donations for its basket raffle fundraiser on March 25.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 11:45 am
Paul Steely White is the new executive director of Parks and Trails New York. The appointment comes after an extensive search started in November 2022 when PTNY's long-standing visionary leader, Robin Dropkin, announced her retirement.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 11:45 am
New York State Sen. Sean Ryan announced he is seeking nominations for small businesses throughout the 61st Senate District that deserve special recognition for their contributions to the Western New York community. Ryan will present each honoree with an award and a New York State Senate Proclamation commemorating the honor. Winners will also receive special recognition on Ryan's website and social media channels.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 11:45 am
As Valentine's Day approaches, the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is warning New Yorkers about romance and sextortion scams, and is offering information and tools to help identify and outsmart scammers who prey on people's emotions and trust.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 11:00 am
Full free edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for Feb. 10, 2023
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 11:00 am
Niagara Frontier Publications once again held a "Best Wings" contest during the course of the football season - this time adding in two more food categories. The votes are in, and here's more about the winners:
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 11:00 am
On Monday, Town of Lewiston Historian Marjorie L. Maggard and Veterans of Foreign Wars Downriver Post 7487 leaders Gordon Spencer and Vince Canosa updated the Board of Trustees on the "Hometown Heroes" program, which they're looking to implement locally in time for Memorial Day.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 11:00 am
A combination of tennis, badminton and Ping-Pong, the nationwide affection with pickleball has not escaped the Town of Wheatfield's Recreation Department.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 10:30 am
Buffalo may be the "City of Good Neighbors" but, just north in Niagara Falls, couples have been meeting, marrying and honeymooning for at least over 200 years. It was future U.S. Vice President Aaron Burr's daughter who put Niagara Falls on the map as the "Honeymoon Capital of the World," but the real reason why coupling may be occurring against the backdrop of a world wonder may have more to do with science than beautiful scenery.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 10:25 am
Town of Niagara officials are debating how much to pay Recreation Department staff for the upcoming summer season.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 10:20 am
Roger Spurback of Colonial Drive in Niagara Falls has announced his candidacy for the Town of Niagara Town Board. A former Niagara Falls Block Club chairman, Spurback is seeking the endorsement of the Democratic, Republican, Working Families and Conservative party lines.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 10:20 am
The Youngstown Volunteer Fire Co. held its 112th Installation Dinner and Awards gathering on Saturday, Feb. 4, at the Youngstown firehall. The event featured a number of swearing-in ceremonies for the various officers representing YVFC's 65 members, as well as recognition paid to some special individuals who serve the company.
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Wed, Feb 8th 2023 08:35 pm
The upcoming milestone 10th season for NBC's signature drama "The Blacklist," which debuts Sunday, Feb. 26 (10 p.m. ET/PT), will serve as the show's final season. The series' 200th episode will air Sunday, March 19.
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Wed, Feb 8th 2023 08:25 pm
Duran Duran on Wednesday announced a 26-date North American arena tour for 2023, with both Bastille and Nile Rodgers & CHIC joining them as special guests across the entire run. Produced by Live Nation, "The Future Past Tour" begins May 28 in San Jose, California, and includes a local stop at CMAC in Canandaigua on Sept. 3, and another on Sept. 9 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.
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Wed, Feb 8th 2023 08:20 pm
A new version of Steven Curtis Chapman's current single, "Don't Lose Heart," is set to release Feb. 17 (Provident Label Group/Sony Music) and features Mitchell Tenpenny. The two artists shared the song live this past Friday night when Chapman made a surprise appearance during Tenpenny's sold-out Ryman show.
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Wed, Feb 8th 2023 08:20 pm
Niagara County Employment & Training is now accepting applications for the department's summer youth employment program (SYEP).
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Wed, Feb 8th 2023 08:20 pm
Parachute Credit Counseling - formerly known as Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Buffalo (CCCS) - is now offering free student loan counseling throughout the eight counties of Western New York. It stated, "Right now, the national total student loan debt (including federal and private loans) sits at $1.75 trillion."
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Wed, Feb 8th 2023 08:15 pm
KeyBank is partnering with Parachute Credit Counseling (formerly Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Buffalo) to provide free tax preparation services in Niagara County, helping low- to moderate-income individuals and families determine their eligibility for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).
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Wed, Feb 8th 2023 08:15 pm
FeedMore WNY is calling on the Western New York community to collect donations of peanut butter for its "Spread the Love" food drive.
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Wed, Feb 8th 2023 08:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced $100 million in state funding has been released to support the renewal of roadways impacted by extreme weather. The funding supports repaving projects at 64 locations, totaling almost 520 lane miles of pavement, and "complements the record level of investment in infrastructure across New York state."
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Wed, Feb 8th 2023 09:10 am
For the 18th time, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center (NFMMC) will host its signature black-tie gala, The Premier, on April 29 at the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. The annual event, which traditionally attracts over 900 guests from Western New York, raises funds for NFMMC and its services.
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