Tue, Oct 27th 2020 07:25 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday announced California was added to New York state's COVID-19 travel advisory. No areas were removed. The advisory requires individuals who have traveled to New York from areas with significant community spread to quarantine for 14 days. The quarantine applies to any person arriving from an area with a positive test rate higher than 10 per 100,000 residents over a seven-day rolling average, or an area with a 10% or higher positivity rate over a seven-day rolling average.
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Tue, Oct 27th 2020 07:25 pm
Scams related to online purchases, already on the rise, spiked more at the start of the pandemic, according to new research by the Better Business Bureau (BBB). A staggering 80.5% of people reporting online purchase scams in 2020 lost money. Which is a jump from 71.2% in 2015, when BBB began collecting data.
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Tue, Oct 27th 2020 07:25 pm
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection (DCP), in partnership with the U.S. Consumer Product and Safety Commission (CPSC), advises New Yorkers to "Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen" during Fire Prevention Month.
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Tue, Oct 27th 2020 07:25 pm
The University at Buffalo is preparing its plans to administer COVID-19 testing to on-campus students prior to the Thanksgiving break, per an announcement by State University of New York Chancellor Jim Malatras.
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Tue, Oct 27th 2020 07:20 pm
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection and Office for New Americans are alerting consumers about online English learning and phone scams targeting students, parents and immigrants. These scams are based on threats requiring the end consumer to pay money immediately or face repercussions by authorities.
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Tue, Oct 27th 2020 07:20 pm
City of North Tonawanda Mayor Arthur G. Pappas reminds the residents of North Tonawanda that the off-street parking restrictions begin Sunday, Nov. 1. There is no parking permitted on any city street between the hours of 3 and 6 a.m. until April 1.
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Tue, Oct 27th 2020 07:20 pm
City of Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino announced the fall leaf pick up schedule:
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Tue, Oct 27th 2020 07:00 am
Tom Reubens, a graduate of the Wilson Central School District (Class of 2007), was an All-State athlete and scholar, with a great love of history and nature. His life was cut short by a little known cardiac illness called Brugada syndrome. In his honor, the Reubens family has created a scholarship to support student athletes, and Niagara Family Medicine Associates has donated a tree that was planted at Wilson Elementary School last Friday.
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Tue, Oct 27th 2020 07:00 am
From René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle to Capt. Pierre Pouchot, the French had a significant presence on the Niagara River for almost 100 years from 1669 to 1759. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, Old Fort Niagara will celebrate that history and present French Heritage Day in cooperation with the American Association of Teachers of French.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 06:40 pm
Food Network is prepping for food's biggest holiday with a bountiful schedule of brand-new cross-platform content this November, offering the best Thanksgiving recipes, expert culinary advice and all-star holiday hacks.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 02:55 pm
On Monday, Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz took part in early voting for the 2020 presidential election, casting his ballot at St. Columba-Brigid Church on Hickory Street in the City of Buffalo's Ellicott District.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 02:30 pm
Multiaward-winning and multimillion-selling global artist and musician Harry Styles has made his first big move into the business world with an investment in Co-op Live, Oak View Group's new venue in Manchester. The arena, which will be the U.K.'s largest, was given planning approval in September and is set to open in 2023.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 01:25 pm
The Erie County Department of Health has fielded calls and emails from school districts, coaching staff and parents of youth athletes related to travel sports teams. More recently, ECDOH received reports from concerned parents and school districts about independent youth sports teams scheduling or participating in out-of-state games, tournaments, scrimmages and other activities.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 01:20 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo and his daughter, Mariah Kennedy Cuomo, announced New York is partnering with The RealReal and dozens of New York fashion designers to launch "Mask Up," a campaign to benefit COVID-19 relief efforts and remind the public of the need to wear masks.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 12:55 pm
The Village of Lewiston Board of Trustees will meet Thursday, but is expected to immediately vote to enter into an executive session.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 12:20 pm
The Erie County Department of Social Services announced the allocation of Supplemental emergency allotments of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits for households receiving SNAP benefits in October 2020. Maximum SNAP benefit amounts per household size have increased as of Oct. 1, as well.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 12:00 pm
Voters already have been out in large numbers taking advantage of early voting opportunities in Niagara County.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 11:20 am
Coronavirus stats for Oct. 26
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 11:05 am
Therapy dog "Remy" is sworn-in as the newest member of the North Tonawanda Police Department.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 10:50 am
AC/DC unleashes the video for "Shot In The Dark" directed by their longtime video director, David Mallet. The release of the video was preceded by a conversation between Mallet and the band, touching on stories from their biggest and best videos.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 10:50 am
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced remaining deer management permits (DMPs) in several of the state's wildlife management units (WMUs) will be available to hunters beginning Nov. 1.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 10:35 am
The Steer Restaurant and Saloon has introduced a half-price burger to springboard its relaunch - and lure back customers.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 10:30 am
Pop singer and American Music Award nominee Dua Lipa on Monday announced the 2020 American Music Awards (AMAs) nominees in three categories live on ABC's "Good Morning America," followed by additional nominees announced via the AMAs Twitter account. Lipa also revealed she will perform on next month's show.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 10:30 am
Celebrate Wilson is hosting a Thanksgiving basket raffle with two bountiful tubs to be raffled. A drawing will be held at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, at The Cookie Cottage, 257 Young St., Wilson.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 10:30 am
On Saturday, the Rotary Club of Lewiston & Niagara-on-the-Lake hosted riders from all over Western New York.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 10:30 am
HEALTHeLINK has been named the comprehensive primary care plus (CPC+) data aggregator for the Greater Buffalo Region by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). CPC+ is a national advanced primary care medical home model initiative that aims to strengthen primary care through regionally based multi-payer payment reform and care delivery transformation.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 10:30 am
Environmental Advocates Action recognized Assemblyman Sean Ryan for his dedication to environmental preservation. Last week, Environmental Advocates Action released its 2020 Environmental Scorecard, which records the environmental votes of all state lawmakers during the legislative session. Ryan has received a perfect score for four years in a row.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 10:30 am
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation on Sunday announced the recent acquisition of 525 acres in the town of North Collins, Erie County, to create the Clear Lake Wildlife Management Area (WMA). The land offers hunting, fishing, trapping, wildlife viewing and other recreational opportunities and becomes the largest state-owned WMA in Erie County.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 10:30 am
The Buffalo Sabres on Sunday announced the signing of forward Sam Reinhart to a one-year contract with an average annual value of $5.2 million.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 07:00 am
Results of the 2019 Organic Survey released Oct. 22 show there was 1,321 certified organic farms in New York. This ranks New York third in the nation behind California and Wisconsin.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 07:00 am
Attorney General Letitia James issued guidance to Board of Election offices and law enforcement entities throughout the state to protect New Yorkers from voter intimidation on, and before, Election Day.
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Mon, Oct 26th 2020 07:00 am
President Jennifer Pauly said, "Halloween is around the corner and we have created a new event were the community can get involved! 'The Pumpkin Spectacular' will take place Thursday, Oct. 29, through Halloween night (Saturday, Oct. 31). The community pumpkin light up display will feature pumpkins carved by you!"
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Sat, Oct 24th 2020 11:15 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has scheduled additional COVID-19 community testing dates during the coming weeks. Testing is scheduled:
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Sat, Oct 24th 2020 07:00 am
The Grand Island Board of Education held the first workshop of the school year on Sept. 28. This initial workshop session enabled board members to examine district plans in order to use resources wisely.
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Sat, Oct 24th 2020 07:00 am
Planners for the Southpointe project presented yet another proposal Monday for the development that is decades in the making.
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Fri, Oct 23rd 2020 06:10 pm
Full edition: The Tribune and The Sentinel for Oct. 23, 2020
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Fri, Oct 23rd 2020 05:55 pm
Foo Fighters have released a new Amazon Original EP, "Live On the Radio 1996," available to stream and purchase only on Amazon Music.
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Fri, Oct 23rd 2020 05:55 pm
As the country remembers comedy and late-night legend Johnny Carson on his 95th birthday, the National Comedy Center - the nation's official cultural institution dedicated to comedy - and the Elkhorn Valley Museum in Carson's hometown of Norfolk, Nebraska, announced the National Comedy Center will lead preservation of the historic Johnny Carson archives.
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Fri, Oct 23rd 2020 05:55 pm
Grammy nominated and Dove Award-winning recording artist Ty Herndon has released a duet with Emmy and Tony award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth, titled, "Orphans of God." The single, which also features award-winning pianist and composer Paul Cardall on piano, will be featured on Herndon's upcoming Christmas album, "Regifted," set for release Friday, Nov. 27. Both the single and album are released via BFD/The Orchard.
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Fri, Oct 23rd 2020 05:50 pm
Integrity Music presents Sarah Kroger's new album, "Light," available today. Kroger, a Nashville-based Catholic worship leader and songwriter ("For Us," "Run to The Cross," "In The Silence"), offers this project with more upbeat worship, showcasing her coming into her own as a worship artist with dynamic energy, color and enthusiasm since her 2019 release, "Bloom."
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