Thu, May 13th 2021 08:25 pm
Erie County Medical Center Corp., following guidance from the CDC and New York State Department of Health, is now administering the Pfizer vaccine for anyone 12 to 18 years old in its vaccine center. In addition, the Johnson & Johnson vaccine is also available in the ECMC vaccine center for the general public.
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Thu, May 13th 2021 08:25 pm
Alumnus Edward J. Brennan, Class of 1978, a global business leader and humanitarian, was named chairman of the Niagara University board of trustees. The appointment was announced by the Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., president of the university.
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Thu, May 13th 2021 08:25 pm
National Grid has just joined seven major utilities in the Electric Highway Coalition, which will enable more electric vehicle (EV) charging stations near highways across the U.S. With more charging stations, more drivers may adopt EVs and existing EV drivers can travel longer distances without range anxiety.
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Thu, May 13th 2021 08:25 pm
Mark Andol, founder and owner of Made in America Store and General Welding & Fabricating, announced the store's 11th anniversary celebration will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 15, at the flagship location, 1000 W. Maple Court, Elma.
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Thu, May 13th 2021 08:25 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed legislation (S.5923-A/A.6617-A) protecting New Yorkers' COVID-19 stimulus payments from being garnished by debt collectors.
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Thu, May 13th 2021 08:25 pm
The Erie County Department of Health will begin providing COVID-19 vaccine to youth ages 12-15 at its scheduled Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine clinics. This follows the recommendations of the Food and Drug Administration, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the New York State Department of Health, and their reviews of clinical trial data for safety and efficacy in that age group.
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Thu, May 13th 2021 08:20 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced more than $5.5 million in funding through the U.S. Department of Transportation to support the final phase of construction on taxiway improvements at the Niagara Falls International Airport.
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Thu, May 13th 2021 07:25 pm
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday issued Interim Public Health Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People. It stated:
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Wed, May 12th 2021 09:15 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo offered this statement Wednesday night:
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Wed, May 12th 2021 07:00 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos reminded New Yorkers that turtles are on the move in the months of May and June, and asked drivers to "give turtles a brake."
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Wed, May 12th 2021 06:55 pm
On May 11, the Niagara County Department of Health confirmed a rabid raccoon on Ewings Road, Town of Newfane. This is the second confirmed rabid raccoon in Newfane in the past 30 days. The Ewings Road resident killed the raccoon that had attacked his two dogs on May 8.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 06:55 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed legislation (S.1453-B/A.6225-A) extending a moratorium that prevents utility companies from disconnecting utilities to residential households and small businesses that are struggling with their bills due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The moratorium is extended for a period of 180 days after the COVID-19 state of emergency is lifted, or 180 days after Dec. 31, whichever is earlier. Utility companies must instead offer these customers a deferred payment agreement without fees or penalties on any past-due balance.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 06:55 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the New York State Department of Health will receive $1,398,324 in federal funding included in the American Rescue Plan to support home visiting services for at-risk children and families struggling under the pandemic.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 06:55 pm
A recent national survey commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) shows more than seven in 10 Americans (71%) support the federal government providing targeted economic relief to the hotel industry as called for in the Save Hotel Jobs Act. The legislation, introduced by U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) and U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist (D-Fla.), will provide a lifeline to hotel employees, providing up to three months of full payroll support.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 06:55 pm
The Niagara County Center for Economic Development announced grant awards to business associations across Niagara County through the William G. Mayne, Jr. Business/Community Enhancement Fund. The Mayne Fund, established in 1998 to enhance and enrich the business climate and overall landscape in Niagara County's communities, is made possible through the efforts of the Niagara Falls Bridge Commission and the Niagara County Legislature.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 06:30 pm
"Boom Days Buffalo," an annual celebration of spring marking the removal of the ice boom, is happening from 3:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 15, at Silo City in Buffalo. The full list of events, times and locations can be found at www.facebook.com/BoomDaysBuffalo. All events are free and open to all, with all COVID-19 protocols being followed. The full event will also be streamed live on the "Boom Days Buffalo" Facebook page.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 06:30 pm
For some backyard grilling is a lifestyle. On the new Food Network competition series "Grill of Victory," hardcore home cooks with a passion for barbecue go head-to-head to prove their talents for the chance to win the ultimate backyard kitchen of their dreams.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 06:30 pm
On June 25, Phil Wickham will release his eighth album, "Hymn Of Heaven" (Fair Trade Services). Encompassing 13 songs, including his multiple-week No. 1 hit "Battle Belongs," the anticipated project is the follow-up to his 2018 release "Living Hope," which features the RIAA Gold-certified single of the same name, also a GMA Dove Award for "Worship Recorded Song of the Year."
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Wed, May 12th 2021 06:25 pm
Brothers Bryan and Michael Voltaggio started cooking at a young age - and thanks to great mentors - worked their way up the ranks in the restaurant industry. As successful restaurateurs, their secret is they are each other's greatest competition and inspiration.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 05:55 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday announced that, beginning June 1, Sahlen Field will have a fully vaccinated fan section for the return of the Blue Jays to Buffalo for the remainder of their Major League Baseball season. Approximately 50% of the stadium's available seating will be used for fully vaccinated fans.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 05:55 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday announced beaches and pools will operate with 6-foot social distancing in anticipation of Memorial Day. New York state's goal is to reopen them to 100% capacity by July 4.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 05:55 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday announced five new pop-up vaccination sites at Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority station stops in the Buffalo and Niagara Falls areas. The sites will serve walk-ins on a first-come, first-served basis utilizing the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine. New York is partnering with Erie County Medical Center, Kaleida Health, Urban Family Practice and Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center to administer vaccines at the sites.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 05:55 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Center, along with the Niagara Falls Housing Authority and the Niagara Falls Health Equity Task Force, will conduct free community testing for COVID-19 from 1-4 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Packard Court Community Center, 4300 Pine Ave.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 05:55 pm
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance on Wednesday reminded taxpayers that the deadline to file personal income tax returns is Monday, May 17. Resources to help you file an accurate and on-time return are available anytime online at www.tax.ny.gov.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 05:55 pm
New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt and Deputy Leader Andrew Lanza on Wednesday called on Gov. Andrew Cuomo to suspend the state gas tax in the wake of a ransomware attack that caused the shutdown of the Colonial Pipeline.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 05:55 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives highlighting the role of the Child Tax Credit in rebuilding an economy that works for hardworking families.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 12:45 pm
They developed a sickle cell anemia test for newborn babies, found a way to make blood transfusions safer, and discovered that the body can, indeed, attack itself. They brought new scientific understanding to Buffalo, even when their ideas were initially ridiculed and later accepted as essential to human health. They fought and curbed devastating outbreaks in the city from typhoid, cholera and the 1918 influenza pandemic; today, they are fighting COVID-19.
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Wed, May 12th 2021 09:50 am
Grand Island secondary students could be heading back to five-day, in-person classes as soon as next Wednesday, May 19.
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Tue, May 11th 2021 08:00 pm
When the school year first started, the Grand Island football Vikings weren't even sure they would have a season because of pandemic restrictions.
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Tue, May 11th 2021 05:25 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced $13 million is available to support agricultural water quality conservation projects across the state. Administered by the Department of Agriculture and Markets, the agricultural non-point source abatement and control program provides farms with funding to plan or implement the best management practices to protect New York's waterways and help preserve the environment.
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Tue, May 11th 2021 05:25 pm
Niagara County Employment & Training Director Donald J. Jablonski announced the completion of the installation of a state-of-the-art wheelchair lift at the One-Stop Center located in the Trott Access Center in Niagara Falls.
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Tue, May 11th 2021 05:25 pm
The NHL announced the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs will begin in primetime on NBC this Saturday, May 15 - immediately following live coverage of The 146th Preakness Stakes - when Alex Ovechkin and the No. 2 seed Washington Capitals host Brad Marchand and the No. 3 seed Boston Bruins in Game 1 of their First Round series.
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Tue, May 11th 2021 05:20 pm
Following New York state's announcement last week updating protocols for large-scale outdoor event venues, the Toronto Blue Jays and Buffalo Bisons are working with local officials, including the state's Department of Health, to safely increase capacity by introducing fully vaccinated seating sections at Sahlen Field, in line with the latest guidelines.
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Tue, May 11th 2021 05:20 pm
"Old Church Basement," the collaborative album from Grammy-nominated and Billboard No. 1 worship groups Elevation Worship and Maverick City Music, has made history, setting a new worldwide record for the most first-day streams for a Christian and gospel album on Apple Music.
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Tue, May 11th 2021 05:00 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced more than $207.5 million in federal funding approved by Congress under the American Rescue Plan is headed to help Western New York higher education institutions and students.
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Tue, May 11th 2021 05:00 pm
In order to help meet the increased need for food assistance in the community, the FeedMore WNY Foundation will hold a virtual version of its signature fundraiser, "Sweet Expectations at Home," from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 19.
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Tue, May 11th 2021 04:55 pm
WellNow Urgent Care announced its centers in New York will now provide patients with the results of their COVID-19 PCR tests within 24 hours - results that are widely accepted as travel documentation.
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Tue, May 11th 2021 04:55 pm
Ransomville Speedway is in the process of finding the track's new promoter/general manager. Current GM Jenn Martin has taken on a new position and, in a mutual agreement with Ransomville Speedway management, will be vacating her position beginning June 1.
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Tue, May 11th 2021 04:50 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced new tools from the White House that will help Western New Yorkers find vaccination sites in Erie and Niagara counties and receive a COVID-19 vaccine. The announcement follows news by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that Pfizer vaccine eligibility will be expanded to include Americans ages 12-15.
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Tue, May 11th 2021 04:30 pm
Americans are in chronic pain, and a comprehensive new study exploring trends in this major public health concern reveals that what has been a long-standing and under-acknowledged problem is getting substantially worse.
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