Wed, Nov 25th 2020 07:00 am
A team of University at Buffalo researchers used the power of storytelling through comic books to help high school students around the world better understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 06:05 pm
This Thanksgiving, the time-honored phrase "Let's Have a Parade" will cue the start of a reimagined celebration that will safely bring the magic of the 94th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade - the nation's most cherished holiday tradition - to once again kick off the holiday season.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 06:00 pm
NBC is ringing in the holiday season with its iconic "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" special on Wednesday, Dec. 2 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT).
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 05:55 pm
NBC is starting the new year on a high note with the launch of the new Robert Carlock and Tina Fey-created and produced comedy "Mr. Mayor," the time period premiere of new medical series "Nurses" and the anticipated season two return of critically acclaimed "Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist."
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 05:55 pm
Some of the greatest rivalries among the nation's universities are being moved from the playing field to the quiz show space as NBC has given a series order to the iconic program "College Bowl," hosted by two-time Super Bowl champion quarterback Peyton Manning, with his brother Cooper Manning as sideline reporter.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 05:55 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday announced the state is partnering with Walmart, the Community Service Society of New York, Coca-Cola, Wegmans, HelloFresh, the National Supermarket Association and Stew Leonard's this week to help deliver Thanksgiving meals to feed more than 50,000 people.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 03:50 pm
Due to the current rise in COVID-19 cases, the Town of Niagara is holding board meetings via Zoom until further notice. The call-in number is 1-646-558-8656, and the meeting number 2669962599. The agenda and additional information is available online at www.townofniagara.com and on the Town of Niagara Facebook page.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 03:50 pm
The Small Business Administration Buffalo District office is encouraging shopping at local small businesses on Small Business Saturday.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 03:50 pm
More than seven years after audiences said goodbye, the cast of "90210," The CW's spinoff of the iconic drama, is reuniting for an original news special, "ET Presents...9021OMG! The Cast Tells All." The reunion show will be available to stream on CW Seed, The CW's streaming-only network, free and without subscription or log-in, beginning Wednesday, Nov. 25.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 03:05 pm
Catholic Health's new mobile simulation unit was shown off to the public on Monday, with brief remarks, a dedication and live demonstration at the Lewiston No. 1 Fire Department on North Sixth Street.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 03:00 pm
The Downtown Niagara Falls Business Association is celebrating Small Business Saturday with the release of its complimentary DNFBA winter savings card, with offers to more than a dozen member businesses throughout downtown Niagara Falls. The card will be valid from Small Business Saturday, Nov. 28, through March 28, 2021.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 02:55 pm
The Erie County Department of Mental Health, in partnership with the Erie County Sheriff's Office and the Community for Greater Buffalo's Racial Equity Roundtable, has created the Erie County Service Link Stop at 120 West Eagle St., Buffalo, to connect individuals leaving detention with a comprehensive set of services to help them stabilize in the community and lead better, healthier lives.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 02:50 pm
If you're sitting down, the findings of two major new studies led by University at Buffalo researchers are likely to get you moving.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 01:50 pm
Since the first COVID-19 orders issued by the New York State Health Department, sheriffs across the state have been responding to thousands of complaints of violations of those orders.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 01:45 pm
KeyBank, in partnership with the First Niagara Foundation, is donating $1 million to support the Health Professions Hub at D'Youville.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 01:40 pm
Platinum-selling No. 1 singer-songwriter Lauren Alaina kicks off her holiday season with a performance on the 94th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade live from New York City on Thursday morning on NBC. Alaina joins a list of superstar artists who are appearing on this year's parade, including Dolly Parton, Jimmy Fallon and The Roots, Patti Labelle, Bebe Rexha, Pentatonix and (of course) Santa Claus!
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 01:40 pm
Directed by Sarah McColgan (Mariah Carey, Hailee Steinfeld, Kelly Clarkson), Meghan Trainor's "Holidays" video sees her ringing in the season with a party full of glitz and glamor. Joining the festivities is Earth, Wind & Fire, who bring the visual to life and make it the best holiday celebration. Get in the spirit with "Holidays," out now.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 01:40 pm
It all came down to this as four celebrity and pro-dancer couples returned to the ballroom to compete for the last time on the 2020 season finale of "Dancing with the Stars," live Monday on ABC. Kaitlyn Bristowe and her partner, Artem Chigvintsev, were crowned the 2020 champions of "Dancing with the Stars," taking home the coveted Mirrorball Trophy.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 01:35 pm
On Tuesday, multi-Platinum, four-time Grammy-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls debuted the trailer for "It's Christmas All Over," the first-ever augmented-reality movie musical, created and presented by the livestreaming platform FanTracks.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 01:35 pm
Improv legends and "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" veterans Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood unleash a wild, comedic ride with "Stream of Consciousness," where the audience is in the driver's seat, live via Zoom. Artpark & Company welcomes the entertainers Dec. 5, 13 and 19.
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Tue, Nov 24th 2020 07:00 am
Festive flashback performances to include Kristen Bell & Idina Menzel, Kelly Clarkson, Jason Derulo, Ciara, Andrea Bocelli, OneRepublic, Pentatonix, Becky G, Shaggy, Boyz II Men and JoJo, Meghan Trainor & Brett Eldridge, Aloe Blacc
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 07:50 pm
Speaking to press Monday afternoon, Commissioner of Health Dr. Gale Burstein said, "We are seeing an explosion of cases in the past two weeks."
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 04:50 pm
New York Attorney General Letitia James on Mondday filed a lawsuit against the Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo and former senior leaders Bishop Emeritus Richard J. Malone and former Auxiliary Bishop Edward M. Grosz, for "failing to follow mandated policies and procedures that would help to prevent the rampant sexual abuse of minors by priests within the Catholic Church."
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 04:50 pm
The Grand Island e-waste recycling drive will be held from 9 am until 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, at Grand Island Town Hall, 2255 Baseline Road. It is a free, drive-thru, contactless, drop-off event.
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 04:50 pm
As county leaders in New York state and across America battle a newly resurgent COVID-19 pandemic, they increasingly face resistance.
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 04:50 pm
The Zonta Club of Niagara Falls recognizes young women, ages 16-19, in the Lewiston-Porter, Niagara Wheatfield and Niagara Falls school districts for their commitment to volunteerism, community service, leadership and dedication to empowering women with the Young Woman in Public Affairs Award (YWPA).
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 04:45 pm
A special 10th edition of the Historic LaSalle Photo Calendar has just been released. Terry Lasher Winslow has again put together a calendar that features historical photographs of the Village of LaSalle.
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 04:45 pm
The next key phase in a University at Buffalo-led renewable energy project is about to see the light of day, quite literally. Construction will soon begin on multiple ground-mounted solar arrays on UB's North Campus, advancing UB's commitment to achieve climate neutrality.
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 04:45 pm
A diverse group of agricultural organizations in the state are calling on the 60-hour overtime threshold for farm laborers to remain in place as a New York State Department of Labor wage board determines its fate.
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 04:45 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced a new statewide photo and essay contest for hunters and trappers to share stories about why they hunt or trap in New York state. Photos and essays submitted will be used to support DEC's ongoing efforts to introduce more New Yorkers to hunting and trapping.
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 04:45 pm
If Joe Biden selects a Native American candidate to lead the Department of the Interior, that would be a "game-changer," says Donald Grinde Jr., professor of transnational studies in the University at Buffalo College of Arts and Sciences.
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 04:40 pm
The Erie County Department of Social Services has developed remote service delivery options to meet community needs while reducing the risk of COVID-19 transmission among clients and staff. ECDSS is now promoting remote service channels through a social media campaign titled "We can help you from home" to highlight the many ways in which Erie County residents can access social services from the safety of their homes.
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 02:10 pm
Following an investigation into reports of lengthy wait times for COVID-19 test results, the Erie County Department of Health acknowledges notification policies in place in November led to "unacceptable delays in positive case notifications."
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 01:45 pm
This is the time of year for talking turkey, and this turkey talk will be sharing insight into the world and life of the wild turkey. Did you know that turkeys are social and affectionate, and create lasting friendships? That they recognize one another by their unique voices?
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 01:35 pm
Attorney John J. Ottaviano, of Lockport, announced he is running for Niagara County Court judge and surrogate in 2021 to succeed the Hon. Matthew J. Murphy III. Ottaviano currently serves as first assistant Niagara County attorney and remains in private practice.
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 01:30 pm
Rev. George K. Beacher, 80, of Grand Island, entered into rest on Nov. 15, 2020.
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 01:10 pm
Due to the New York state micro-cluster "orange zone" status for this area, the Grand Island Memorial Library shifted to curbside pick-up last Friday.
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 01:10 pm
The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), representing more than 14,000 nursing homes and assisted living communities across the country that provide care to approximately 5 million people each year, released a report showing nursing homes in the U.S. continue to see a record number of weekly new cases this month due to the community spread among the general population, surpassing previous peaks since the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) started tracking cases in nursing homes.
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 01:00 pm
The New York State Thruway Authority offered tips and advice for drivers who must travel this Thanksgiving holiday week, as cashless tolling is now live on the thruway's ticketed system. The historic transition took place at approximately 1 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14.
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Mon, Nov 23rd 2020 11:40 am
As part of their longstanding giving tradition during the holiday season, members of the Tatler Inc. of Niagara Falls, donated canned goods collected from the Tatler Historic Preservation Foundation to three residential homes operated by Intandem, who provides services to individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities.
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