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Ellie Holcomb releases 'Constellations'
Fri, May 8th 2020 02:25 pm
Dove-award winning singer/songwriter Ellie Holcomb released a new song, "Constellations." This is the first song she's released (other than her two children EPs) since her sophomore album, "Red Sea Road," in 2017.
Columbia Records confirms new Bob Dylan studio album will be released June 19
Fri, May 8th 2020 02:25 pm
Columbia Records confirmed "Rough And Rowdy Ways," the first album of original songs from Bob Dylan in eight years, will be released June 19 and is available for pre-order here. A track from the album, "False Prophet," was released at midnight and is available for streaming here. The album will be released in several configurations, including a two-disc CD, a two-LP gatefold vinyl and digital.
All-new episode of 'The Simpsons' is jam-packed with guest-voice appearances from Joey King, Camila Mendes, Madelaine Petsch, Lili Reinhart, Lilly Singh and Weezer
Fri, May 8th 2020 02:15 pm
The jam-packed guest voice cast include Lili Reinhart as Bella-Ella, Joey King as Addy, Madelaine Petsch as Sloan, Lilly Singh as Kensey and Camila Mendes as Tessa Rose.
CBS announces return of 23 series for 2020-21 broadcast season
Fri, May 8th 2020 02:10 pm
CBS on Wednesday announced the return of 23 series, renewing 80% of its top-rated lineup, for the 2020-21 broadcast season. The network will announce its new series and 2020-21 primetime schedule in the coming weeks.
Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs at Buffalo Bills part of FOX Sports 2020 NFL schedule
Fri, May 8th 2020 02:05 pm
FOX Sports will present its extensive coverage of the 2020 NFL season, including "Thursday Night Football" presented by Bud Light, marquee matchups on Sunday afternoons and games in Spanish on FOX Deportes. "America's Game of the Week," television's No. 1 show for 11 straight years, kicks off FOX Sports' slate with a week 1 showdown between two future Hall of Fame quarterbacks, as Tom Brady leads the Tampa Bay Buccaneers into New Orleans to face Drew Brees and the Saints Sunday, Sept. 13 (4:25 p.m. ET).
Erie County, partners offering rain barrels & compost bins
Fri, May 8th 2020 01:45 pm
Erie County, in partnership with the City of Buffalo, the Town of Wheatfield, and the Western New York Stormwater Coalition, is once again offering rain barrels and compost bins to encourage households to reduce their environmental footprint through water conservation and reducing fertilizer use.
American Cancer Society continues 'Alone Together' virtual 5K series
Fri, May 8th 2020 01:45 pm
Join the American Cancer Society for the concluding parts of its socially distant "Alone Together" 5K series on May 9 and 16. Participants from across the country will walk, run, roll or hike in a virtual 5K series to show cancer patients and their families that, "We are still there for them, even when we're apart."
Higgins: $8 million in federal funding to assist mental health & substance abuse services in WNY
Fri, May 8th 2020 01:45 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the award of $8 million total in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to BestSelf Behavioral Health, and Horizon Health Services for expansion and continuation of mental health and substance abuse services.
Villa Maria College announces plan for phased reopening of campus
Fri, May 8th 2020 01:45 pm
As we await a formal decision from elected officials, Villa Maria College has developed a plan that will allow for a phased reopening of its Buffalo campus.
Kearns requests federal funds for foreclosure prevention & relief services
Fri, May 8th 2020 01:25 pm
On Wednesday, Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns submitted to the budget director of the County of Erie a request for CARES Act funding for foreclosure prevention and relief services resulting from COVID-19. Taking notice of the recent unemployment trends, Kearns said he expects Erie County residents to fall behind on their monthly mortgage payments. As such, foreclosure filings will be on a rise in the Erie County Clerk's Office.
Jacobs calls for an immediate fix to New York's unemployment system
Fri, May 8th 2020 01:25 pm
Calling it the most dysfunctional and mismanaged aspect of New York state's response to the coronavirus pandemic, New York State Sen. Chris Jacobs is asking the Cuomo administration and the New York State Department of Labor to immediately commit all the necessary resources to fix what he called the "broken" unemployment system that still has not provided benefits to tens of thousands of New York residents who have been out of work since March.
Leaders welcome formal announcement of retail testing in Niagara Falls & Buffalo
Fri, May 8th 2020 01:25 pm
Local leaders welcomed the formal announcement by Rite Aid of 46 additional COVID-19 testing sites across the country, including at two of the company's locations in the Cities of Niagara Falls and Buffalo, scheduled to open on Monday, May 11.
Cuomo: Moratorium on COVID-19-related evictions will be extended until Aug. 20
Fri, May 8th 2020 01:20 pm
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo on Thursday announced the state's moratorium on COVID-related residential or commercial evictions will be extended for an additional 60 days, until Aug. 20. The governor also announced the state is banning late payments or fees for missed rent payments during the eviction moratorium, and allowing renters facing financial hardship due to COVID-19 to use their security deposit as payment and repay their security deposit over time.
Where is Mr. Toasters?
Fri, May 8th 2020 01:20 pm
Mr. Toasters, a pet cockatiel who lives at 483 Harrison Ave., Tonawanda got out of the house on April 27. His family followed him until the evening of April 30, when they lost sight of him. He is currently still lost.
Grab your popcorn! ABC's home theater will open May 20
Fri, May 8th 2020 01:05 pm
ABC is the broadcast ticket to Disney magic moments at home this summer with the return of "The Wonderful World of Disney" presenting several iconic feature films. For four consecutive Wednesday evenings, beloved titles, currently available on Disney+, will be shown in primetime on ABC, beginning with the broadcast world debut of Disney's Academy Award-nominated "Moana," Wednesday, May 20 (8-10 p.m. EDT). Additional titles include Marvel Studios' "Thor: The Dark World," Academy Award-winning films "Up" from Disney and Pixar, and Disney's "Big Hero 6."
Goo Goo Dolls debut lyric video for 'Fearless'
Fri, May 8th 2020 12:55 pm
Multi-Platinum, four-time Grammy-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls have debuted a brand-new lyric video for their uplifting single "Fearless," one of the standout songs from the band's 12th studio album "Miracle Pill" from Warner Records. Directed and produced by Michael Perlmutter, the comic-book-inspired piece is a heartfelt celebration of life's everyday heroes.
Congratulations, Dr. Angeles! What it's like to defend a PhD thesis on Zoom
Fri, May 8th 2020 12:50 pm
Like so much else in life, a rite of passage for doctoral students has gone virtual during COVID-19: the Ph.D. defense, in which students present their research and field questions from faculty before receiving a degree.
ASI Awards nearly $100,000 to local artists & nonprofits, including Artpark, Aquarium of Niagara
Fri, May 8th 2020 12:25 pm
Arts Services Initiative of Western New York Inc. has awarded $97,970 in emergency grants to 60 local artists and nonprofit arts and cultural organizations affected by the COVID-19 crisis.
SBA: Paycheck Protection Program funds still available
Fri, May 8th 2020 12:25 pm
Billions of dollars in potentially forgivable Payroll Protection Program (PPP) capital remains available to small businesses and nonprofits to help provide eight weeks of payroll and certain overhead to keep workers employed. PPP, created out by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, is responsible for infusing billions of dollars of capital into small businesses nationwide and saving jobs.
Coronavirus stats for May 8
Fri, May 8th 2020 12:15 pm
Attorney General James secures new protections, security safeguards for all Zoom users
Fri, May 8th 2020 12:10 pm
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced an agreement with Zoom Video Communications that will provide security protections for more than 200 million users on the platform. New security measures are being put in place to support and protect consumers, students, schools, governments, religious institutions and private companies using the application for work, education, prayer and socializing.
Kaleida Health expands COVID-19 testing: General public can now tested - symptomatic or not
Fri, May 8th 2020 12:10 pm
Kaleida Health on Thursday announced it has once again expanded laboratory testing for COVID-19, adding anyone in the general public, who is interested or needs it, regardless if they are symptomatic or not.
Full edition: The Tribune and The Sentinel for May 8, 2020
Fri, May 8th 2020 10:05 am
The full version of the Tribune and The Sentinel combo newspaper for May 8, 2020.
Island Dispatch for May 1, 2020
Fri, May 8th 2020 09:40 am
The Grand Island Dispatch for May 1, 2020
NFMMC to offer community testing for COVID-19
Thu, May 7th 2020 04:30 pm
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will offer the community diagnostic testing for COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, beginning Monday, May 11.
Higgins announces over $609,000 in additional federal aid to WNY colleges serving low-income students
Thu, May 7th 2020 11:45 am
Congressman Brian Higgins announced an additional $690,559 in federal funding for several local colleges and the students they serve.
Coronavirus stats for May 7
Thu, May 7th 2020 11:40 am
Where to get coronavirus testing
Thu, May 7th 2020 11:20 am
Coronavirus testing is ramping up in Western New York.
Kaleida celebrates National Nurses Week
Thu, May 7th 2020 10:40 am
Each year, from May 6-12, we celebrate National Nurses Week - an opportunity to recognize the nurses who are integral to the health and well-being of patients throughout the community.
Jacobs' statement health care volunteers paying New York state income taxes
Thu, May 7th 2020 08:30 am
New York State Sen. Chris Jacobs issued the following statement earlier this week in response to news that out-of-state volunteer health care workers who traveled to New York to help fight the coronavirus at the height of the pandemic will be forced to pay New York state income taxes:
Pandemic doesn't stop birthday party
Thu, May 7th 2020 07:50 am
Sunday, April 19, was the 6th birthday of Justice Alesse Indigo Simmons. Another year older, and supposedly normal like any other year prior. Lots of sugary snacks, friends and families, and an overall good time. But there was one small difference with this year's party: There was a global pandemic taking place.
Schmidt Futures will help integrate NYS practices & systems with best advanced technology tools to 'build back better'
Thu, May 7th 2020 07:35 am
Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo on Wednesday announced Schmidt Futures will help integrate New York state practices and systems with the best advanced technology tools to build back better. Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO and executive chairman and founder of Schmidt Futures, will lead the state's 15-member blue ribbon commission and use what the state has learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, combined with new technologies, to improve telehealth and broadband access.
Higgins: National Science Foundation awards to support local COVID-19 research at Hauptman-Woodward
Thu, May 7th 2020 07:35 am
Congressman Brian Higgins on Wednesday announced the award of $600,000 in National Science Foundation (NSF) grants to Hauptman-Woodward Medical Research Institute (HWI) for multiple research projects into the molecular structure of SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes COVID-19.
ABC announces additional celebrity guests for 'The Disney Family Singalong: Volume II'
Thu, May 7th 2020 07:30 am
Katy Perry, John Legend, Jennifer Hudson, Christina Aguilera, 'The Muppets,' Tituss Burgess, Sabrina Carpenter, Lang Lang & 'Dancing With The Stars' pros join lineup, with additional surprises in store for nationwide singalong event
NYS Department of Labor: $5.8 billion in unemployment benefits paid to New Yorkers since COVID-19 pandemic began
Thu, May 7th 2020 07:15 am
The New York State Department of Labor on Wednesday announced that over $5.8 billion in unemployment benefits have been paid to 1.5 million New Yorkers since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
New York state honors older volunteers during Older Americans Month
Thu, May 7th 2020 07:00 am
The New York State Office for the Aging is celebrating New York's older volunteers and the "extraordinary value they bring to our state."
Niagara County: Work release program suspended
Wed, May 6th 2020 06:00 pm
Acting Niagara County Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti on Wednesday announced the Niagara County Sheriff's Office Work Release Program will not be operating until further notice. This has occurred due to the temporary layoffs agreed to by Niagara County and the Civil Service Employees Association Union.
Erie County: Additional defendants serving local jail time released early due to COVID-19 concerns
Wed, May 6th 2020 06:00 pm
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn on Wednesday announced a total of 21 convicted defendants with 45 days or less remaining on their sentences have been released from the custody of Erie County jails in an effort to reduce inmate populations and reduce the spread of COVID-19.
 

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