Fri, Jun 19th 2020 07:55 am
Installers from Signmatic Systems in Akron recently hung the first of two backlit signs identifying Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center as the home of the new Golisano Medical Oncology Center.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2020 07:40 am
New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) reminds New Yorkers of all ages to stay aware of scams surrounding the novel coronavirus. Scams have become even more sophisticated in recent years, and although COVID-19 cases are currently on the decline across the state, scammers continue to seek to take advantage of uncertainty surrounding the virus.
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Fri, Jun 19th 2020 07:40 am
With so many people now spending a significant amount of time at home, the Erie County Department of Health is urging homeowners and renters to reduce the risk of preventable injuries inside the home during National Healthy Homes Month in June.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2020 11:40 am
Coronavirus stats for June 18
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Thu, Jun 18th 2020 11:30 am
Low-fare carrier Frontier Airlines is expanding its service from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) with new nonstop flights to Miami and additional daily flights to Orlando beginning in December. To celebrate Frontier's new Buffalo schedule, the airline is offering fares as low as $49, which are available now at FlyFrontier.com.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2020 11:30 am
The New York Power Authority has partnered with Signify, a world leader in lighting, to support "Smart Street Lighting NY," a statewide program that calls for at least 500,000 streetlights throughout the state to be replaced with energy-efficient LED technology by 2025.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2020 11:30 am
As a result of the sharp drop in travel demand from COVID-19, state and local tax revenue from hotel operations will drop by $16.8 billion in 2020, according to a new report by Oxford Economics released Thursday by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA).
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Thu, Jun 18th 2020 11:25 am
Niagara County will open one playground area in each of Krull, Oppenheim and West Canal parks on Friday, and will open the rest of the playground areas next Friday, Niagara County Legislature Chairwoman Becky Wydysh said. Splash pads at Krull and Oppenheim are set to open by the end of June.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2020 10:55 am
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, but establishing the day as a national holiday would also serve as an opportunity of intense reflection for all people dedicated to issues of freedom and social justice to recommit themselves to working toward the never-realized goals of post-Civil War reconstruction, according to Cecil Foster, a University at Buffalo professor of transnational studies.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2020 10:30 am
The upcoming Billy Joel concert scheduled to take place at New Era Field in Orchard Park on Saturday, Aug. 15, has been rescheduled to Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021. Tickets purchased for the 2020 concert will be honored on the rescheduled date.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 10:15 pm
Catholic Health is finalizing a plan to safely welcome visitors back to its hospitals on Saturday, June 20. Current visitor restrictions will remain in effect until that time. New processes and guidelines are being finalized based on directives issued Wednesday by the New York State Department of Health (DOH), which include limited visiting hours, limits on the number of visitors at one time, required facial masking, and health screenings for all visitors.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 04:45 pm
On Wednesday, the U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, posted a revised, user-friendly Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness application implementing the PPP Flexibility Act of 2020. In addition to revising the full forgiveness application, the SBA also published a new "EZ" version of the forgiveness application applying to borrowers who:
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 04:45 pm
On a special edition of HBO's "Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel," the franchise examines how systemic racial injustice and the COVID-19 pandemic have converged to create an unprecedented moment in sports, when an all-new episode premieres Tuesday, June 23 (10 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 04:40 pm
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 04:40 pm
On Thursday, FOX Sports Films presents three documentaries from its Sports Emmy award-nominated "Magnify" series that focus on social justice issues through the lens of sports.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 04:40 pm
Niagara County Legislator Dave Godfrey announced the Niagara County Department of Emergency Services has a limited supply of infrared thermometers available for businesses to help them meet the state reopening guidelines.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 04:35 pm
New York State Sen. Chris Jacobs announced Anne D. Gioia is the 2020 New York State Women of Distinction recipient for the 60th Senate District. Gioia, a Buffalo resident, has been a long-time civic leader throughout the Western New York Community.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 04:10 pm
Having just solidified its position as the No. 1 network in entertainment among adults 18-49 for the first time in four years, ABC is announcing its 2020 premiere schedule.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 04:10 pm
Hulu announced a straight-to-series order for "Dopesick" from Emmy Award-winning writer Danny Strong ("Empire," "Recount," "Game Change"). The eight-episode limited series will star Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner Michael Keaton and will be directed by Academy Award-winning director Barry Levinson ("Paterno," "Rain Man"). The project, based on the New York Times bestselling book of the same name by Beth Macy, comes to Hulu from FOX 21 Television Studios and The Littlefield Company.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 04:00 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday issued an executive order recognizing Juneteenth as a holiday for state employees, in recognition of the official emancipation of African Americans throughout the United States. The governor will also advance legislation to make Juneteenth an official state holiday next year.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 03:55 pm
Based on guidance issued Wednesday morning by the New York State Department of Health that requires hospitals across the state to submit their updated patient visitation information 48 hours before implementing those changes, Erie County Medical Center this afternoon submitted to NYSDOH the institution's updated patient visitation information.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 03:50 pm
As the novel coronavirus spread across the globe, so too did a variety of do-it-yourself face coverings. However, there can be some hidden dangers with DIY personal protective equipment.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 03:30 pm
The Niagara County Youth Bureau is sponsoring the summer food service program (SFSP) and announced the open program site locations for 2020.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 03:30 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced a "Free Fishing Weekend" for June 27-28. The event is the second of six "Free Fishing Days" offered in New York state every year.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 03:05 pm
Coronavirus stats for June 17
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 03:00 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced 20 of DEC's campgrounds in the Adirondack and Catskill parks will open on June 19 for the 2020 season. Three additional campgrounds are slated to open June 26, and additional DEC campgrounds and day use areas will open in the coming weeks as DEC works to safely reopen these facilities to meet guidelines in place to protect staff and visitors from the spread of COVID-19.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 12:50 pm
AAA Western and Central New York is celebrating an anniversary this month. In fact, 120 years ago, in the year 1900, Automobile Clubs of Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse were founded by motoring enthusiasts. There were more horses than cars on the roads, yet anxious motorists began organizing automobile clubs excited about the new mode of transportation.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 12:50 pm
Niagara County Legislator Chris Robins on Wednesday called on New York state to update its guidance on organized youth sports to allow practices to begin immediately.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 12:10 pm
Island Dispatch for June 12, 2020
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 09:30 am
Per Lewiston-Porter Central Schools Secretary to the Superintendent/District Clerk Marisa I. Barile, the unofficial results for the 2020 annual meeting and budget vote are as follows:
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 09:15 am
It was a summery Tuesday night in Lewiston, and people were out at Artpark, but the entertainment was a little different than usual.
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Wed, Jun 17th 2020 07:00 am
As it has for several years for its annual Disability Pride festivities, Independent Living of Niagara County is celebrating the anniversary of the Supreme Court "Olmstead v. LC" decision (June 22, 1999), which confirmed the Americans with Disabilities Act's provision that people with mental health disabilities have the right to live in the least-restrictive environment (that is, in our communities).
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Tue, Jun 16th 2020 06:05 pm
Heading into the 2020-21 season, NBC unveils a fall lineup capitalizing on strong incumbency and momentum following a number of multi-year pickups for stalwart shows, including "New Amsterdam," "Chicago Fire," "Chicago Med," "Chicago P.D." "Law & Order: SVU" and "This Is Us." Featuring gripping dramas that include "Manifest," fan-favorite comedies "Superstore" and "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" and unrivaled alternative programming, including the return of coaches Kelly Clarkson, John Legend, Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani and host Carson Daly on "The Voice," the network's fall schedule sees 16 returning shows, and one new drama with "Law & Order: Organized Crime."
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Tue, Jun 16th 2020 05:55 pm
NBC has renewed its hit mystery thriller "Manifest" for a third season.
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Tue, Jun 16th 2020 05:55 pm
NBCUniversal announced the return of the iconic "30 Rock" to NBC for a special upfront event. Beloved characters from the original series including Liz Lemon (Tina Fey), Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin), Tracy Jordan (Tracy Morgan), Jenna Maroney (Jane Krakowski), Kenneth Parcell (Jack McBrayer) and others will return for the one-time event and celebrate the stories and talent featured in NBCUniversal's 2020-21 television season.
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Tue, Jun 16th 2020 05:50 pm
ESPN, ABC and ESPN Deportes will televise the 2021 Pro Bowl from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2021. The National Football League officially announced the Las Vegas Raiders' new stadium as the site of the game today.
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Tue, Jun 16th 2020 05:45 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the New York State COVID-19 Maternity Task Force, chaired by Secretary Melissa DeRosa, on Tuesday announced Gov. Andrew Cuomo directed the State Department of Health to allow midwife-led birthing centers in New York for the first time.
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Tue, Jun 16th 2020 02:35 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins joined a bipartisan group of more than 60 members calling to temporarily waive local fund matching requirements for all national heritage areas. This waiver would come at no cost to taxpayers and would enable national heritage areas to access already appropriated federal funds in order to better support their communities working to weather the COVID-19 crisis.
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Tue, Jun 16th 2020 02:35 pm
The 72nd Emmy Awards will be hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, who returns for the third time and will also be serving as executive producer for television's biggest night. The show will be broadcast, Sunday, Sept. 20 (8 p.m. EDT), on ABC. Previously, Kimmel hosted both the 64th and 68th Emmy Awards.
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Tue, Jun 16th 2020 02:25 pm
Swedish indie rock group The Sounds have released its sixth album - the first full record in seven years, "Things We Do For Love" (Arnioki Records).
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