Tue, Mar 14th 2023 11:00 am
Preservation Buffalo Niagara (PBN) announced that, after a nationwide search, Bernice Radle will serve as the organization's new executive director starting April 3.
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Tue, Mar 14th 2023 10:10 am
New York Attorney General Letitia James, Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz and Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown today continued their efforts to protect and inform New Yorkers by offering tips and information on various resources available this tax season.
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Mon, Mar 13th 2023 12:50 pm
Niagara Lutheran Health System (parent of The GreenFields Continuing Care Community), Schofield Care and Weinberg Campus have taken a significant step forward in their growing partnership.
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Mon, Mar 13th 2023 12:50 pm
Amy Winklhofer, broker/owner of CENTURY 21 Winklhofer, announced Century 21 Real Estate LLC recently recognized sales affiliate Geraldine Andolina with the Century 21 Grand Centurion Producer award following their successful 2022 sales totals.
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Sat, Mar 11th 2023 07:00 am
The Zonta Club of Grand Island has selected three outstanding women to receive the 2023 Yellow Rose award for leadership and service to the community. The club honors women whose talent, dedication, determination and caring hearts have both made a difference in the lives of others and inspired a new generation to achieve to their greatest potential.
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Thu, Mar 9th 2023 07:50 pm
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced another year of "successful environmental cleanups" in the state's brownfield cleanup program (BCP).
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Thu, Mar 9th 2023 07:50 pm
Congress members Brian Higgins (NY-26) and Bill Huizenga (MI-04) are leading an effort to encourage the government of Canada to "strengthen its commitment to protecting and investing in the Great Lakes."
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Tue, Mar 7th 2023 01:30 pm
Commissioner Jeanette Moy announced the following 14 businesses were recently certified by the Office of General Services' Division of Service-Disabled Veterans' Business Development:
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Tue, Mar 7th 2023 01:25 pm
For this week's "Tuesday's Tips" during National Consumer Protection Week, the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is providing tips to save money on everyday purchases and subscription services.
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Tue, Mar 7th 2023 01:25 pm
In response to nationwide nursing shortages, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center (NFMMC) has announced its "success in both adopting a U.S./Canadian recruitment pipeline and partnering with Global Healthcare Resources Inc., attracting over 20 registered nurses from Canada, the Philippines and beyond, as part of its new international nursing program."
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Tue, Mar 7th 2023 09:10 am
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) is asking United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai to open formal consultations with the government of Canada to explore if the Underused Housing Tax is inconsistent with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
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Mon, Mar 6th 2023 04:20 pm
Tops Supermarkets on Monday announced a significant contribution toward fighting food insecurity in Western New York.
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Fri, Mar 3rd 2023 10:05 am
Dr. Glenda R. Rose, Dr. Thomas G. Barba and the staff of Rose Chiropractic, P.C., in Lewiston, held their 33rd annual "Doctors with a Heart Day" on Saturday, Feb. 11.
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Fri, Mar 3rd 2023 09:35 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center (NFMMC) announced its Stroke Center achieved primary stroke certification through the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC).
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Fri, Mar 3rd 2023 07:00 am
The controversial riddance of gas appliances by 2025 for newly built homes, as proposed by New York state, has reached Wheatfield Town Hall.
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Thu, Mar 2nd 2023 10:40 am
The results of AAA's annual automated vehicle survey show that, while there is still a high level of interest in partially automated vehicle technology, attitudes toward fully self-driving vehicles have become increasingly apprehensive.
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Wed, Mar 1st 2023 10:45 am
Destination Niagara USA, the destination marketing organization for Niagara County, is seeking nominations for the inaugural Tourism Employee Spotlight Awards.
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Wed, Mar 1st 2023 10:35 am
For a fifth consecutive year, Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) Corp. and Tim Hortons restaurants partnered to support the institution's frontline care services, raising $146,745 during the campaign that ran Sept. 19-25.
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Tue, Feb 28th 2023 02:25 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the appointment of Robert Megna as New York state budget director. Megna starts immediately and plans to serve through this legislative session and assist with the search for a long-term budget director before returning to SUNY, where he serves as president of the Rockefeller Institute of Government and senior adviser to the chancellor.
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Tue, Feb 28th 2023 07:00 am
Plans are being finalized for the 35th annual Hard Hat Expo, set to take place March 22-23 in Syracuse. Requests from both attendees and exhibitors for evening hours have been heard so, for the first time, this year the show hours on Wednesday will be 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with an attendee/exhibitor mixer taking place on the show floor beginning at 5:30 p.m. Show hours on Thursday are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Mon, Feb 27th 2023 11:35 am
As nearly 80% of hotels experience staffing shortages, hoteliers are offering potential hires a host of incentives to fill vacancies, according to a new survey of hoteliers conducted by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA).
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Mon, Feb 27th 2023 10:30 am
Tops Friendly Markets is pleased to welcome local chef Alex Dispence, and his Supchef Pizza Co. Dough, at more than 130 Tops locations throughout its footprint.
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Fri, Feb 24th 2023 05:10 pm
Tops Friendly Markets is celebrating the grand reopening of its store at 301 Meadow Drive, North Tonawanda.
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Fri, Feb 24th 2023 04:00 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced plans for an "I LOVE NY Black" travel initiative, designed to grow New York state tourism and encourage Black traveler visitation. The governor made the announcement at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater as part of the state's commemoration of Black History Month.
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 03:20 pm
The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) reminds New Yorkers that a new law is in effect that "reiterates New York state's commitment to protecting workers who take legally protected absences from work."
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Tue, Feb 21st 2023 01:45 pm
Hotel-generated state and local tax revenue will reach new heights nationally ($46.71 billion) and in states across the nation this year, according to state-by-state projections released Tuesday by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Oxford Economics.
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Mon, Feb 20th 2023 04:45 pm
For the second consecutive year, M&T Bank has been recognized by Coalition Greenwich as a top brand in the financial services industry for its commitment to maintaining relationships with small-business customers.
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Mon, Feb 20th 2023 04:25 pm
Andrea T. Manyon, M.D., clinical professor and interim chair of the department of family medicine in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo, has been appointed chair of the department.
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Fri, Feb 17th 2023 03:45 pm
AT&T customers and FirstNet subscribers in Erie and Niagara counties should see a boost in wireless connectivity and mobile broadband, as the company has added new cell sites in Niagara Falls, Lockport, Ransomville, the City of Buffalo (downtown and University Heights), and Lancaster, to enhance the areas' coverage and help give residents, visitors, businesses and first responders faster, more reliable wireless service.
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Fri, Feb 17th 2023 03:10 pm
National Battery Day is recognized annually on Feb. 18. Batteries are so central to powering our daily lives, they've earned their own national holiday! AAA is using National Battery Day to share tips on how motorists can keep their car batteries in good working condition.
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Fri, Feb 17th 2023 03:10 pm
Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 9.2% in January compared to the same month in 2022, according to an analysis released by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Overall, local collections totaled $1.89 billion, up $159 million compared to the same time last year.
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Fri, Feb 17th 2023 09:40 am
Destination Niagara USA recently promoted Reanna Darone to director of convention sales.
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Wed, Feb 15th 2023 11:25 am
A new technology designed to revolutionize the performance of diesel engines is helping one of Western New York's largest carriers of bulk fuels and hazardous materials significantly improve fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Wed, Feb 15th 2023 11:05 am
Congressman Brian Higgins is calling on the Biden administration to address Canada's underused housing tax in upcoming discussions with the government of Canada.
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Tue, Feb 14th 2023 12:10 pm
National Grid is providing $100,000 to support the Aquarium of Niagara's innovative "Great Lakes 360" project, which will add 15 new Great Lakes-focused exhibits and expand the cultural attraction's City of Niagara Falls campus. Construction is now underway at the former Niagara Gorge Discovery Center and anticipated to be completed in 2024.
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Mon, Feb 13th 2023 07:00 am
The board of directors of the National Fuel Gas Co. Foundation, the charitable giving arm of National Fuel Gas Co., recently held its quarterly meeting and approved foundation grants totaling $200,000.
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Sat, Feb 11th 2023 07:00 am
Sam and Kim Aceti have left the building, as of Jan. 2, but their business and the community haven't left their hearts.
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Fri, Feb 10th 2023 11:45 am
New York State Sen. Sean Ryan announced he is seeking nominations for small businesses throughout the 61st Senate District that deserve special recognition for their contributions to the Western New York community. Ryan will present each honoree with an award and a New York State Senate Proclamation commemorating the honor. Winners will also receive special recognition on Ryan's website and social media channels.
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Wed, Feb 8th 2023 08:15 pm
KeyBank is partnering with Parachute Credit Counseling (formerly Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Buffalo) to provide free tax preparation services in Niagara County, helping low- to moderate-income individuals and families determine their eligibility for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).
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Wed, Feb 8th 2023 09:05 am
For this week's "Tuesday Tips," the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection announced the rollout of a five-part consumer alert series to help New Yorkers save money amidst inflation and rising costs. In the coming weeks, consumers will receive guidance on how to save money on groceries, utilities and energy, transportation, entertainment and general shopping costs.
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