Mon, Nov 8th 2021 09:25 pm
For the first time since March of 2020, the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens along with the Niagara Frontier Orchid Society, will host the orchid show on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 13-14, at the Botanical Gardens.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 09:25 pm
While rising vaccination rates against COVID-19 have increased travelers' comfort levels, most Americans are still opting to stay home this holiday season, according to a new national survey commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) conducted by Morning Consult.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 09:20 pm
WellNow Urgent Care announced that, in response to increased demand for COVID-19 testing in the region, its newest center in Williamsville is now open as a dedicated COVID-19 PCR testing center for asymptomatic patients.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 09:20 pm
An Advent silent guided weekend retreat will take place at Stella Niagara's Center of Renewal in Lewiston. The event will run from Friday evening dinner through Sunday lunch, Dec. 3-5, and will include Advent prayers, periods of silence with moments of reflective and contemplative time, along with scheduled conferences, group sharing and prayer chants, and personal reflective questions for use all throughout Advent leading up to Christmas.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 09:20 pm
Empire State Wrestling comes back to its old stomping grounds in Niagara County - and brings back its traditional Thanksgiving Weekend super event with "Wrestlebash" on Saturday, Nov. 27 at the Frontier Fire Hall, 2176 Liberty Drive, Niagara Falls. This is the first Empire State Wrestling event in Niagara County in two years, and the first ESW event at the Frontier Fire Hall in three years.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 09:20 pm
Tamra Minor, Ph.D., whom Niagara University called a "collaborative and visionary leader with extensive education, expertise and experience in promoting diversity in higher education," has come to Monteagle Ridge. She was introduced as NU's inaugural vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion during an event at the Castellani Art Museum on Monday.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 09:20 pm
Water, wind, waves and time, even the gentle lapping of Lake Erie or Lake Ontario, erodes the Great Lakes shoreline. To mitigate the impact of shoreline erosion, New York Sea Grant (NYSG) Great Lakes Coastal Processes and Hazards Specialist Roy L. Widrig is inviting waterfront property owners to participate in online workshops from 1-4 p.m. Dec. 7 and 9.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 05:30 pm
Everyone loves the lights of the holidays, and this year's "Buffalo/Niagara Holiday Light Show" at the Niagara County Fairgrounds is set to deliver fun for the entire family. Construction of dozens of towering displays with hundreds of colored lights is well underway. The show opens Nov. 19 with what organizers called "a safe, secure, drive-thru experience synchronized to holiday music through your car radio."
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 05:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced a comprehensive $450 million "Bring Back Tourism, Bring Back Jobs" inclusive recovery package to support New York's hardest-hit tourism sector workers, revitalize the state's tourism industry, and support businesses started just prior to or during the pandemic. Her news coincided with the reopening of international borders.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 05:30 pm
A program sponsored by National Grid and New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) will distribute energy-efficient lighting to those in need. The bulbs will be offered to patrons at Western New York-area food pantries beginning later this month.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 05:30 pm
All undergraduate students in the University at Buffalo School of Management will be better prepared to land their dream job, thanks to GEICO and its renewed sponsorship of the school's practice interview program.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 05:30 pm
The Buffalo Sabres and Pittsburgh Penguins will celebrate the LGBTQ+ community as they cohost the NHL's second joint Pride game on Tuesday, Nov. 16, at PPG Paints Arena (7 p.m.).
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 05:25 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins and Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz were joined by Patrick Kaler of Visit Buffalo Niagara, Tom Kucharski of Invest Buffalo Niagara and Mary Roberts of Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House in welcoming Canadians back to Western New York on Monday.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 03:00 pm
The Independent Health Foundation, through its signature "Healthy Options Buffalo," launched a fourth round of "Healthy Options at Home," a program created during the COVID-19 pandemic to engage families in developing healthy eating habits. So far, the foundation has served more than 600 families through "Healthy Options at Home" since December. The program is sponsored by KeyBank, in partnership with the First Niagara Foundation
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 03:00 pm
One year has passed since New York's rear seat belt law went into effect requiring all passengers to wear a seat belt in the back seat of a motor vehicle, including passengers of ridesharing services such as Uber and Lyft.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 03:00 pm
In its seventh year as a major sponsor, Tully's Good Times Restaurants will expand its fundraising effort and team up with law enforcement agencies to support the Special Olympics New York and the "Law Enforcement Polar Plunge" initiative, specifically in the Central, Western, North Country and Southern Tier regions.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 03:00 pm
The annual Edmund Fitzgerald commemoration and music event on Nov. 4, hosted by artist and enthusiast Tom Asklar, went off very well at The Brickyard Brewing Company, where many came to support the historic Lewiston Council on the Arts and its mission.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 02:50 pm
As the holidays approach and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns about a potential spike in flu cases this year, it's important that those who are eligible, healthy and feeling well make an appointment to donate blood or platelets. The American Red Cross continues to address an ongoing emergency blood shortage, and donors are urged to give now to combat the lowest blood supply levels at this time of year in more than a decade.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 02:50 pm
Six Flags Darien Lake announced an all-new holiday tradition, the "Magic of Lights" drive-thru experience. The theme park will be all decked out and shining bright from Nov. 19 through Jan. 2, 2022. This 1.25-mile route winds guests through the park and campground from the comfort and warmth of their own cars. Lighting displays will bring favorite holiday themes and characters to life.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 01:40 pm
The Erie County Department of Health will hold COVID-19 vaccine clinics for 5-11-year-olds on Saturday, Nov. 20, at:
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 01:40 pm
Nov. 7-14, 2021 is Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, and AAA has advice for motorists to avoid the dangerous habit. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 35% of U.S. drivers sleep less than the recommended minimum of seven hours daily.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 01:35 pm
Niagara Pride is asking Western New Yorkers and local businesses to help with its 2021 holiday shopping online auction by donating items or services to be part of the event. The auction will start on Black Friday, Nov. 26, and run through Saturday, Dec. 4. All items need to be donated by Nov. 20.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 01:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday signed legislation that prohibits used car dealers from selling vehicles at retail without a functioning airbag. Her team said, "This bill is titled 'Anthony Amoros' Law' after a young man from Rockland who died in a car crash in a car that, unbeknownst to him, was sold to him without airbags. Under this legislation, certificates given to vehicle buyers must certify that the vehicle is equipped with an airbag, as well as a readiness indicator light that indicates the airbag is functioning."
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 01:35 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced New York will honor veterans with the sixth and final "Free Fishing Day" of 2021, on Thursday, Nov. 11. DEC noted, "New York's 'Free Fishing Days' encourage more people to get outdoors each season to enjoy the state's world-class fishing opportunities."
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 01:35 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced 43-year-old Brian N. Cline of Grand Island pleaded guilty on Friday afternoon before Erie County Court Judge Susan Eagan to one count of aggravated cruelty to animals (a Class "E" felony). The defendant pleaded guilty to the only charge in the indictment against him.
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 01:35 pm
The WNY Peace Center's 54th annual dinner will include keynote Mark Colville speaking on "Ending Nuclear Weapons for People & the Planet." Additionally, the following awards will be given out:
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Mon, Nov 8th 2021 07:00 am
First, the museum will be open for Small Business Saturday on Nov. 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and again on Dec. 4-5 for Christmas Walk. We have all 10 of our ornaments and many new books for your Lewiston History friends and family. And the museum will be in Christmas attire.
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Sat, Nov 6th 2021 10:45 am
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, on Friday announced approval of legislation that he said will support good-paying jobs and rebuild America's infrastructure. The bipartisan legislation provides a 10-year plan for nation building here at home, and reauthorizes through 2026 the existing extension of the surface transportation bill.
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Sat, Nov 6th 2021 10:35 am
Recently, officials from the Niagara River Greenway Commission met with Town of Grand Island committee members who are working on its trails and bike routes. They took a bicycle ride down Grand Island Boulevard to finalize a direct route through town to officially connect the extensive Niagara River Shoreline Trail from Buffalo's Outer Harbor north to Youngstown.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 05:35 pm
Snow has been spotted in some areas across Western and Central New York, so now is the time for motorists to refresh their winter driving skills and prepare for colder weather. The National Weather Service has named this week, Oct. 31 through Nov. 6, Winter Weather Awareness Week across New York - it's the perfect time to prepare for the winter season. AAA Western and Central New York has advice to keep everyone safe on the road.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 05:30 pm
Are you struggling with dark mornings on your way to work and as the kids head out to school? It's about to change. With daylight saving time ending Sunday, Nov. 7, at 2 a.m., Americans will "fall back" and set their clocks back one hour to standard time. While many motorists will enjoy an extra hour of sleep, they need to be aware of the time change and potential distractions to their normal routine. There are added dangers that can come as a result of a time change, especially behind the wheel.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 04:40 pm
Erie County's bicentennial celebration is branching out across the county courtesy of a collaborative effort involving several partners.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 04:10 pm
Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti has been appointed to the New York State Law Enforcement Accreditation Council by Gov. Kathy Hochul.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 04:10 pm
The Niagara Wheatfield Board of Education meeting to be held Nov. 17 will begin at 6 p.m. with an anticipated executive session. A public meeting is slated to start at 7 p.m. in the High School Adult Learning Center, 2292 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 04:10 pm
Tops Friendly Markets will once again support Oishei Children's Hospital in a "sweet and delicious way." Until supplies last, Tops is helping families bring the spirit of the holiday season alive by selling gingerbread house kits - with a portion of the proceeds benefitting Oishei Children's Hospital.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 04:00 pm
As the COVID-19 vaccines become available for children ages 5 to 11, the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) urges caretakers and families to get vaccinated and take the necessary steps to protect children during the upcoming holiday and flu season.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 04:00 pm
When Val James suited up for the Sabres for the first time in 1981, he became the first Black American to play in the NHL. Nov. 1 marked the 40th anniversary of James' NHL debut. The Buffalo Sabres will commemorate the milestone during their home game on Saturday, Nov. 6, against the Detroit Red Wings.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 03:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced the launch of a new website, clinical guidance and additional information and resources in the effort to vaccinate New York's 5-11-year-old children against COVID-19.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 03:40 pm
Capitol CMG artist and former frontman of the four-time Grammy Award-winning band Third Day, Mac Powell, has released a new original Christmas song, "Jesus Christ Is Born," available now. Penned by Powell, the single's lyric video can be viewed below.
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Fri, Nov 5th 2021 03:40 pm
Mary Jo Edwards, a sixth-grade math teacher at Harry F. Abate Elementary in Niagara Falls, receives a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot from pharmacy intern Jessica Corbett during a Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center clinic held Thursday at the Niagara Falls Community Education Center, formally 60th Street Elementary School.
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