Fri, Oct 8th 2021 11:25 am
The Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) and its division of emergency medical services are monitoring emergency department census reports from hospitals and ambulance traffic in Erie County. Local emergency departments are experiencing high volumes and longer-than-usual wait times.
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Fri, Oct 8th 2021 11:25 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently signed legislation (S.911/A.2354, S.1795/A.533, S.2523/A.868, S.6044/A.128, S.7228/A.5511) aimed toward reducing drug-related overdose deaths across New York - and encouraging those suffering from addiction to seek help in their recovery.
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Fri, Oct 8th 2021 11:25 am
Trinity United Methodist Church will hold its Fall Festival from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and "trunk-or-treat" from 4-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, at 2100 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island.
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Fri, Oct 8th 2021 11:20 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced $125 million in state funding is available to help landlords who couldn't participate in the New York State Emergency Rental Assistance Program due to a federal requirement for tenants to participate in the application process.
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Fri, Oct 8th 2021 11:20 am
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is working through a natural progression within the organization and, after 11 years as president/CEO, David J. Swarts will be transitioning into retirement over the next several months.
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Fri, Oct 8th 2021 11:20 am
Niagara County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti, along with the Niagara County Police Chiefs, remind residents the 10-digit dialing transition is approaching.
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Fri, Oct 8th 2021 10:30 am
Charlene (Fritts) Meredith, age 86, of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, went peacefully to be with the Lord on Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021.
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Thu, Oct 7th 2021 09:30 pm
On Thursday, the legendary duo Tears For Fears announced the forthcoming release of their first new studio album in nearly two decades, "The Tipping Point."
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Thu, Oct 7th 2021 09:10 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins and Canadian Member of Parliament Randy Hoback released the following joint statement Thursday concerning the ongoing closures along the U.S.-Canada border:
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Thu, Oct 7th 2021 12:50 pm
Global pop and style icons the Spice Girls - the biggest selling girl-group in history - and Universal Music Group (UMG), a world-leader in music-based entertainment, on Wednesday announced a new exclusive worldwide partnership through UMG's Bravado division, a leading provider of consumer, lifestyle and branding services to recording artists and entertainment brands around the world.
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Thu, Oct 7th 2021 12:45 pm
The Tubes will headline a concert Oct. 21 at The Riviera Theatre in North Tonawanda. This event also includes an opening acoustic set featuring Greg Kihn. For more information, or for tickets, visit https://rivieratheatre.org/event/the-tubes/.
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Thu, Oct 7th 2021 12:45 pm
The University at Buffalo School of Management will honor the co-leaders of the Western New York Vaccination Hub and several alumni at the school's annual awards ceremony this fall.
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Thu, Oct 7th 2021 12:45 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced the availability of an additional $25 million to help nonprofit organizations improve the security of their facilities to better protect those at risk of hate crimes or attacks because of their ideology, beliefs or mission.
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Thu, Oct 7th 2021 12:45 pm
The Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas will celebrate the achievements of local difference-makers at its annual dinner and installation of officers on Nov. 4 at Events at The Wurlitzer, 908 Niagara Falls Blvd., North Tonawanda.
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Thu, Oct 7th 2021 12:45 pm
The Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas' Fall Expo will return to the Gratwick Hose Co., 110 Ward Road, on Saturday, Oct. 16.
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Thu, Oct 7th 2021 12:40 pm
USA Niagara Development Corp. and the City of Niagara Falls will hold a public meeting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, to provide an update on the AnchorRainbow Centre civic improvement project. Taking place at the Conference Center Niagara Falls, USAN leadership will be joined by officials from the City of Niagara Falls, the design team led by Marvel Architects PLLC, and potential future tenants of the space.
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Thu, Oct 7th 2021 12:40 pm
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic violence affects millions of women and men, and it does not discriminate.
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Wed, Oct 6th 2021 03:00 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced a $250,000 federal grant has been awarded to the International Institute of Buffalo and community partners through the Office of Refugee Resettlement. The funding will support continuation of the Buffalo Refugee Careers Pathway Project.
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Wed, Oct 6th 2021 03:00 pm
Music industry legends and all-star judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, along with Emmy-winning producer and host Ryan Seacrest, were on hand when ABC's "American Idol" kicked off judge city auditions for the upcoming season five on the Alphabet Net - and milestone 20th season overall - in Austin, Texas, on Tuesday.
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Wed, Oct 6th 2021 02:55 pm
On Sept. 29, Girl Scouts of Western New York presented the Girl Scouts of the USA Lifesaving Award, the Girl Scout Medal of Honor and the GSWNY Certificate of Merit to Leah, a seventh-grade Cadette Girl Scout.
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Wed, Oct 6th 2021 02:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced eight new #VaxtoSchool pop-up vaccination sites to increase vaccination rates among school-aged New Yorkers.
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Wed, Oct 6th 2021 02:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced about $149 million in federal aid has been distributed to counties statewide to help older New Yorkers meet basic needs, remain in their homes and communities, slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus, and get vaccinated. Of that total, nearly $11.5 million is headed to Western New York.
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Wed, Oct 6th 2021 02:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the 19 finalists for the 43North seventh annual startup competition. The finalists will be coming to Buffalo later this month to pitch for one of eight investments totaling $5 million, including a top prize of $1 million.
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Wed, Oct 6th 2021 02:50 pm
This Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 3-9), the American Red Cross of Western New York urges you to test your smoke alarms before the threat of home fires increases with cold weather.
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Wed, Oct 6th 2021 02:50 pm
The International Institute of Buffalo will host "Buffalo Without Borders TO GO," a fundraising series beginning at 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 18, at the International Institute. Tickets for the event are on sale.
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Wed, Oct 6th 2021 02:50 pm
The Kiwanis Club of Northern Niagara County held its installation of 2021-22 officers on Sunday.
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 05:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced the plan to expand the health care worker coronavirus vaccine mandate to include employees who work in certain facilities offering health care to individuals served by the Office of Mental Health and the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 05:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York state's Excelsior Pass scanner app - a free companion app for businesses - has been updated to enable the validation of SMART Health Cards from trusted issuers outside of New York based on federal and state COVID-19 guidance.
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 05:35 pm
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA has announced plans to open multiple new stores this fall - starting as soon as Oct. 8 with the grand opening of Ardene, a Canadian-based clothing store. Ardene, which touts an offering of comfy basics to the latest trends, specializes in apparel, accessories and footwear for women and girls - with a growing selection of Ardene men's clothing options in select stores.
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 05:35 pm
OneRepublic has announced a special digital performance presented by the premium social live media platform Moment House.
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 05:35 pm
We know that winter isn't too far away in upstate New York. Even though the leaves are just starting to fall, now is the time to start looking at hiring a snow plow contractor for the winter season.
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 05:30 pm
The City of Niagara Falls, in collaboration with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, Niagara Parks, Niagara Falls Illumination Board, Atlantis School For Gifted Youngsters, Haudenosaunee (Six Nations) Elders, and Niagara River Iroquois Dancers, will kick off the opening ceremony for Indigenous Peoples weekend at 6 p.m. Thursday at Terrapin Point in Niagara Reservation State Park.
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 05:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday signed legislation (S.64/A.1524) establishing a statewide restaurant meals program as part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. The legislation mandates the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance to apply for USDA approval to authorize the program, which would allow homeless, elderly and disabled SNAP recipients to use their benefits for prepared or hot food from participating restaurants
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 10:10 am
WellNow Urgent Care announced that, in response to increased demand for COVID-19 testing in the region, its newest center on Elmwood Avenue in Buffalo has opened as a dedicated COVID-19 PCR testing center for asymptomatic patients.
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 10:10 am
A viewing of artwork created by survivors of domestic violence was the centerpiece of an event Sept. 30 at Niagara University's Castellani Art Museum called "Surviving...Thriving: A Journey of Healing Through Art."
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 10:05 am
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens announced its latest exhibit in the "Gardens After Dark" series, "Autumn Twilight." Happening on select nights throughout the month of October, visitors can enjoy the warm glow of the fall season.
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 09:30 am
October is Car Care Month at AAA Western and Central New York! As the weather cools, AAA reminds motorists that completing a seasonal vehicle checkup can maintain safety and maximize efficiency throughout the fall and winter.
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 09:30 am
The New York State Cannabis Control Board's first public meeting will be held at 1:30 p.m. today.
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 09:30 am
Do you know what a continuous set of three loud beeps from your fire alarm means? How about four? Knowing the difference between these sounds can save you, your home and your family. Instead of taking immediate action in an emergency situation, many people waste time trying to figure out what the sounds mean instead of calling for help. Time is a valuable asset during a crisis and can mean the difference between life and death.
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Tue, Oct 5th 2021 09:25 am
Local breast cancer survivors, caregivers, volunteers, and corporate and community members are uniting to make the greatest impact to save lives and ensure no one faces breast cancer alone at the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 2-mile walk. This noncompetitive, inspirational event helps fund the future of breast cancer research and programs. Participants can expect several new health and safety measures onsite to help protect the community, supporters and staff.
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