Mon, Dec 20th 2021 02:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 192 conditional awards totaling $35 million to housing agencies in every region across New York to provide support services and operating funding for at least 1,400 units of supportive housing for homeless persons with special needs, conditions or other challenges.
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Mon, Dec 20th 2021 01:55 pm
The Niagara County Legislature on Monday announced its expected leadership positions for the coming year. These positions become official when the governmental body reorganizes at its Jan. 4 meeting
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Mon, Dec 20th 2021 12:50 pm
Cami Clune's anticipated debut single, "old at 20," will be released Friday, Dec. 24.
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Mon, Dec 20th 2021 12:00 pm
Multi-Platinum-selling No. 1 singer/songwriter Lauren Alaina was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry over the weekend. The Opry was the first major stage Alaina played just a week after she was named runner-up on season 10 of "American Idol," making her Opry debut on June 10, 2011. Earlier this fall, she marked her 50th appearance on the Opry.
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Mon, Dec 20th 2021 12:00 pm
Buffalo Niagara Sales and Marketing Executives announced the proceeds of its 26th annual golf outing in June - in the amount of $10,000 - was donated to Junior Achievement of WNY.
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Mon, Dec 20th 2021 11:55 am
The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and New York State Division of Veterans' Services have partnered with GetSetUp - a peer-to-peer online learning community for older adults aged 50 and over - to offer a new series of classes in January and February specifically on veterans' benefits.
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Mon, Dec 20th 2021 11:55 am
Congressman Brian Higgins announced two Western New York entities will receive a combined $375,000 to support investment and economic opportunities in struggling communities. The U.S. Treasury awarded $225,000 to Launch NY, and $150,000 for the Seneca Nation of Indians Federal Credit Union.
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Mon, Dec 20th 2021 11:25 am
The BRP Modified Tour will be returning to the Ransomville Speedway on Friday, June 24, 2022, with a rain date scheduled for Friday, July 22.
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Mon, Dec 20th 2021 11:20 am
Over the weekend, New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt and Assemblyman Angelo Morinello recognized Voz Cycle City as the "Small Business of the Month" for December.
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Mon, Dec 20th 2021 11:20 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the deployment of more than 40 new pop-up vaccination sites across New York to fight the winter surge and rapidly spreading coronavirus omicron variant.
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Mon, Dec 20th 2021 11:20 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced a framework for the state to achieve at least 10 gigawatts of distributed solar by 2030, enough to annually power nearly 700,000 homes.
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Mon, Dec 20th 2021 11:15 am
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens has filled the month of December with magical holiday experiences designed to create unforgettable memories for all ages.
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Mon, Dec 20th 2021 07:00 am
The Independent Health Foundation, in partnership with John R. Oishei Children's Hospital, recently announced the full, virtual lineup of performances and activities for "First Night Buffalo at Home," which will be accessible online for free on New Year's Eve. First Night family party packs, including goodies for a family of four to celebrate the new year at home, are on sale at select Tops Friendly Markets, both for in-store and online purchases.
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Sat, Dec 18th 2021 07:00 am
The turnout at the Grand Island Historical Society's open house at its museum, River Lea, in Beaver Island was better than expected, said Curt Nestark, president of the society.
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Sat, Dec 18th 2021 07:00 am
Islanders, from kindergarteners to senior citizens, have been getting together for weeks to collect nonperishable food and other items, such as handmade hats and mittens, to donate to the Grand Island Neighbors Foundation, to be distributed to community members in need during the holiday season.
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Sat, Dec 18th 2021 07:00 am
For senior citizens who are looking for a shopping experience that is neither online nor in a shopping mall, the Grand Island Golden Age Center offers Santa's Workshop, which is available until Dec. 22.
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Sat, Dec 18th 2021 07:00 am
After a one-year hiatus, the Grand Island Community Chorus returned to offer a Christmas program, titled "Starry Nights and Winter Delights," on Sunday at St. Timothy Lutheran Church.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 05:15 pm
Catholic Health continues its commitment to providing high-quality health care in Niagara County with the opening of a new helipad at Mount St. Mary's Hospital.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 03:50 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, New York State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt, Assemblyman Angelo Morinello and City of Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino joined Niagara Falls Public Library Director Sarah Potwin on Friday to announce more than $210,000 in grants expanding access to broadband and technology for residents in Niagara Falls.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 03:40 pm
The holidays may be the most wonderful time of the year, but many serious household accidents occur in December. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), on average, there are about 160 decorating-related injuries each day during the holiday season, with almost half of the incidents involving falls. In the 2019 holiday season, about 14,800 people were treated in emergency rooms due to holiday decorating-related injuries.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 03:25 pm
The 2022 Historic LaSalle Photo Calendar has been released. Terry Lasher Winslow has again put together the calendar, which features historical photographs of the Village of LaSalle.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 01:20 pm
The Buffalo City Mission on Friday announced a monthlong donation drive set up by Northtown Automotive Companies.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 01:20 pm
Over the past year, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has been at the forefront of the effort to vaccinate our community against COVID-19. Leading this charge is Memorial's director of pharmacy services, Michelle Lewis, Pharm.D., MHA, BCACP.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 11:40 am
Full edition: The Tribune-Sentinel for Dec. 17, 2021
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 11:15 am
Artpark & Company has received a grant award totaling $49,500 from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), part of an effort to support the recovery of the nonprofit arts and culture sector. Following New York state's $105 million investment in the arts for fiscal year 2022, NYSCA has awarded more than $80 million since June.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 11:15 am
From noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, Assemblyman Angelo J. Morinello and the American Red Cross of Western New York will hold a blood drive at the Grand Island Fire Hall, 2275 Baseline Road.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 11:10 am
As of Monday, only one student out of 117 students in the Grand Island School District participating in the "test to stay" program has tested positive for COVID-19, said Grand Island Central School District Superintendent Brian Graham.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 11:00 am
A proposal to build a new structure on vacant land at 860 Center St., Lewiston, was tabled Monday by both the Historic Preservation Commission and Planning Commission. This action was at the request of architect Jim Fittante, who said his client needs additional time to consider crafting a structure more in keeping with the village's preferred aesthetic.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 11:00 am
The Youngstown Business and Professional Association announced has finalized its grant project, funded through the YBPA's participation in the annual Niagara County William G. Mayne Business Community Enhancement Program.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 10:40 am
YMCA Buffalo Niagara's "Y on the Fly" program will be distributing fresh produce for families of program participants as part of its holiday giveaway this weekend in the City of Buffalo.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 10:40 am
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) released tips to inform and empower New York consumers purchasing gift cards and gift certificates this holiday season. Gift cards are increasingly popular, so it is important for consumers to understand the pitfalls surrounding gift cards in order to avoid scams.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 10:20 am
The Erie County Department of Health and Live Well Erie are extending an offer to houses of worship countywide to place orders for masks for use at holiday services and distribution to their worship communities.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 09:50 am
More than 100 million travelers are planning to drive to their holiday destinations this month, and AAA expects to respond to as many as 1.3 million calls for help across the country. Lack of snow, and unseasonably warm weather in Western and Central New York, has resulted in driver complacency with winter car care and preventative maintenance.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 09:50 am
ABC and MRC Live & Alternative announced the performance lineups in Times Square and New Orleans for "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2022." This year marks the 50th anniversary of America's go-to annual New Year's tradition that celebrates the year's very best in music. The most-watched New Year's Eve celebration nationwide, which features performances of the year's biggest songs, airs live Dec. 31 at 8 p.m. EST/PST on ABC.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 09:50 am
Congressman Brian Higgins announced New York state will receive more than $2.223 billion in federal funding in fiscal year 2022 to rebuild the state's roads and bridges thanks to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This represents a 21%-plus increase in federal highway funding for New York over the current year's allocation.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 09:10 am
At a recent meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Lewiston, the club recognized the town's teamwork that has helped make the Lewiston Family Ice Rink the success story it has become. As a token of appreciation, club members presented a $500 check to the town to benefit the Academy Park attraction.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 09:10 am
It was a day for shirtsleeves instead of snow, but the annual Youngstown "Christmas in the Village" saw good crowds for the event.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 09:05 am
John Jacoby, a popular one-term board member, was declared the ultimate winner in the November election following a ballot recount and a court-monitored final determination triggered by a computer error.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 09:00 am
On Wednesday evening, the Lewiston-Porter School District hosted a ribbon-cutting for its new LEVEL gallery. Located at the Center for the Arts at Lewiston-Porter High School, the new art space will operate under the direction of the art department. It will serve as the new home for the annual district art show, in addition to showcasing student artwork throughout the year and hosting community events.
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Fri, Dec 17th 2021 07:00 am
•The Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas recently held its annual holiday mixer party at Webster's Bistro and Bar. Chamber members from all over Western New York attended and generously brought an unwrapped present for the annual "Rockin With Santa."
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