Fri, Nov 20th 2020 10:05 am
Earlier this week, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont, Delaware Gov. John Carney, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf, Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo and Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker announced they will encourage residential colleges and universities in their respective states to provide testing for all students traveling home for Thanksgiving break to the maximum extent possible before they leave campus.
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Fri, Nov 20th 2020 09:55 am
Joining their colleagues in Erie, Fulton, Washington and Saratoga counties, the following Western New York officials have stated they have no intention of enforcing what they called an unconstitutional executive order issued by Gov. Andrew Cuomo limiting gatherings in private residences to 10 persons or less:
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Fri, Nov 20th 2020 09:50 am
Nikki's Chocolates is hosting a CAO holiday pop-up event today as part of the holiday pop-up series promoting minority-owned businesses in Buffalo. Nikki's Chocolates owner Jannell Eason is a graduate of the Community Action Organization of WNY's Business development workshop series. She opened her chocolate shop in 2018. It is located at 27 Chandler St, Suite 205, Buffalo.
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Fri, Nov 20th 2020 09:50 am
As the COVID-19 virus continues to increase at a dramatic pace in Western New York, surpassing peak volumes Catholic Health saw last spring, system officials are temporarily suspending all inpatient elective surgery procedures only from Saturday, Nov. 21, through Saturday, Dec. 5.
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Fri, Nov 20th 2020 09:50 am
Earlier this week, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced the release of the Draft Statewide Greenways Plan/Draft Generic Environmental Impact Statement (DGEIS) for review and public comment.
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Fri, Nov 20th 2020 07:00 am
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection announced the rollout of a seven-part consumer alert series to help New Yorkers navigate new holiday shopping pitfalls. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, most experts predict this year's online holiday shopping season may top records - both in sales and in scams. In the coming weeks, consumers will receive guidance on equitable pricing requirements, credit cards, gift cards, refunds, warranties and data privacy.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 09:00 pm
Following almost a week of warnings by local elected leaders, Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday did, in fact, move portions of Erie County into an "orange" micro-cluster zone.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 08:15 pm
Local and state leaders have speculated the new coronavirus wave of infections began, in large part, with people having Halloween get-togethers. As such, both Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz warned residents to limit their Thanksgiving gatherings.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 02:15 pm
ABC and dick clark productions announced global superstar Justin Bieber will return to the American Music Awards stage for the first time since 2016 with an "exhilarating" performance, brought to fans by T-Mobile.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 02:10 pm
The Big Easy in Buffalo announced the next four concerts in its new local music series featuring some of Western New York's top local bands that have that New Orleans spirit. The shows will be live-streamed at www.facebook.com/TheBigEasyInBuffalo. The shows, all with 5:30 p.m. start times, are:
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 02:10 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced the final rule for the Pilot Records Database has moved to the Office of Management and Budget for review. This is a final step toward implementation of the measure, which has been advanced following the crash of Flight 3407.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 02:10 pm
Volunteers from across Western New York joined the team from Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper for a native tree planting event Saturday to complete Waterkeeper's three-year shoreline restoration project on Spicer Creek at River Oaks on Grand Island.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 02:05 pm
The House of Representatives has approved H.R. 2610, the Fraud and Scam Reduction Act, bipartisan legislation cosponsored by Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 01:40 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday announced the launch of a new online training platform that will enable unemployed and underemployed New Yorkers weathering the COVID-19 pandemic to learn new skills, earn certificates, and advance their careers at no cost.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 01:40 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins announced passage of S.910, the National Sea Grant College Program Amendments Act of 2020. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) supports university-based programs that focus on studying, conserving and effectively using U.S. coastal resources, including those in the Great Lakes region, through the National Sea Grant. The bill reauthorizes the Sea Grant College Program through 2025.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 01:40 pm
Nine industry experts were named to the Niagara University Center for Supply Chain Excellence's newly established board of advisers. Established in 2000, the Center for Supply Chain Excellence is a collaborative effort between the university's College of Business Administration and the local business community to promote regional education in all aspects of supply chain management.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 01:40 pm
Assemblyman Mike Norris' annual winter clothing drive began this week. The public being can drop donated items at the assemblyman's office or the Lockport Town Hall until Dec. 14.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 01:40 pm
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 01:40 pm
The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) on Tuesday celebrated Older New Yorkers' Day virtually, recognizing 87 volunteers from across the state who "demonstrate their extraordinary value every day to their family, friends and community." The celebration traditionally takes place each year in May in Albany; however, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year it was premiered as a virtual event.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 11:00 am
If you ask fans of "A Million Little Things" whom they'd choose to be, if they could emulate one character, they would choose Gary Mendez (James Roday Rodriguez) - hands down.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 10:40 am
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 09:35 am
After the Thanksgiving break (Nov. 25-29), the University at Buffalo will transition to remote learning for the remainder of the fall semester.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 09:25 am
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday announced the 21st annual "Buckle Up New York, Click It or Ticket" enforcement campaign is underway and will run through Nov. 29. The statewide campaign, supported by the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee, raises awareness about the importance of wearing seat belts.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 09:25 am
The New York Power Authority on Tuesday announced the first milestone of its 15-year modernization and digitization program to significantly extend the operating life of its Niagara Power Project in Lewiston, the largest source of clean electricity in New York state and one of the country's largest hydroelectric projects.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 09:25 am
The New York State Department of State on Tuesday announced the completion of a Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) project for Scenic Woods-Bicentennial Park in the Town of Grand Island. The completion of the nearly $600,000 project, which was funded in part with a $197,634 EPF LWRP grant, is helping to transform the town's waterfront into a vibrant destination with public spaces and amenities for residents and visitors.
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 09:20 am
Arts Services Inc. (ASI) announced the winners and honorees of the 7th annual Spark Awards, presented by M&T Bank and held Monday. The presentation was streamed for free through ASI's YouTube page (www.youtube.com/asiwny).
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 09:20 am
American Ship Review has named the new all-electric, emission-free Maid of the Mist vessels as "Boat of the Year."
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Wed, Nov 18th 2020 09:20 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center's "Bids for Blessings" virtual auction began accepting bids at 5 a.m. Wednesday. The auction features an enticing variety of items, including many that would be unique holiday gifts. Bidding will continue until 11:59 p.m. Sunday.
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Tue, Nov 17th 2020 09:40 am
With Christmas just around the corner, the Country Music Association has revealed performers for its annual holiday special, "CMA Country Christmas." Kelsea Ballerini, Gabby Barrett, Dan + Shay, Florida Georgia Line, Lady A, Little Big Town, Tim McGraw, Thomas Rhett, and Darius Rucker with Lindsey Stirling will take the stage for a spirited night of festive classics.
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Tue, Nov 17th 2020 09:35 am
"Buffalo Rock City" will release Dec. 15 on CD, all digital stores and streaming media. The recording's proceeds are geared to help the Compass House Foundation, a charitable organization that helps homeless youth in Buffalo.
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Tue, Nov 17th 2020 09:35 am
The New York State Thruway Authority on Monday announced the start of major deconstruction at 52 toll plazas (approximately 230 individual toll booths) on the thruway's ticketed system following the successful conversion to cashless tolling on Saturday.
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Tue, Nov 17th 2020 09:15 am
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced a new web application designed to help struggling New Yorkers locate benefits to assist them during their time of need. Developed through a public-private partnership with Google.org, the user-friendly social services discovery application can help individuals who are either new to or unfamiliar with the state's social programs network.
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Tue, Nov 17th 2020 09:10 am
Volunteers from the Western New York Chapter of the American Red Cross are providing immediate emergency assistance for a total of 33 people from 14 families displaced by wind damage and lakeshore flooding.
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Mon, Nov 16th 2020 04:55 pm
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz and Commissioner of Health Dr. Gale Burstein again on Monday warned residents coronavirus cases will continue to rise unless safety measures are obeyed. Most of the area is in a "yellow" micro-cluster area, as the number of positive COVID-19 cases has skyrocketed in the past month.
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Mon, Nov 16th 2020 04:05 pm
The Buffalo Sabres on Monday announced the signing of forward Jack Quinn to a three-year, entry-level contract.
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Mon, Nov 16th 2020 03:20 pm
One of the best story restarts took place last Friday on NBC's "The Blacklist." In 42 minutes, fans were given a promising new lead on the true identity of Raymond "Red" Reddington (James Spader), one of the world's most-wanted criminals - and the FBI's best-kept secret weapon in finding fugitives. Agent Elizabeth Keen (Megan Boone) finally broke away from "Red" - a man she once believed to be her father - and aligned with her mother, Katarina Rostova (Laila Robins) ... who is also a world-class criminal. She abandoned her task force family - but finally made a romantic move on partner Donald Ressler (Diego Klattenhoff).
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Mon, Nov 16th 2020 01:45 pm
On Dec. 12, Artpark & Company will join other prestigious theaters and cultural institutions around the world in presenting the Pomegranate Arts production "Taylor Mac's Holiday Sauce...Pandemic!" The special, live-streamed event reimagines for this time of social distancing Mac's celebrated "Holiday Sauce" show, which The Los Angeles Times praised for its "freewheeling love and generosity," and called "a present from the island of misfit toys ... and a Christmas miracle."
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Mon, Nov 16th 2020 01:20 pm
Coronavirus stats for Nov. 16
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Mon, Nov 16th 2020 12:25 pm
More than 1,400 National Grid line, tree and service workers in Western New York are focused on public safety and are making steady progress in removing downed wires, trees, tree limbs, broken poles and other hazards, and restoring power after a severe wind storm swept across the region Sunday. Crews will continue to work around the clock on the labor-intensive cleanup and restoration efforts.
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Mon, Nov 16th 2020 12:25 pm
The New York State Department of State announced a new online application for the address confidentiality program (ACP) in which victims of domestic violence, stalking, sexual offenses and human trafficking can protect themselves from their perpetrators by getting a new undisclosed address. It said this online application will facilitate a swift and secure enrollment into the program for individuals who previously could only apply for the program via mail or fax.
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