Mon, Jan 13th 2025 10:50 am
Sub-freezing temperatures, snow and ice can be hazardous for all seniors, and are especially concerning for those living with Alzheimer's or dementia. The Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association is pleased to share safety tips for navigating the season and keeping loved ones safe throughout winter.
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Fri, Jan 10th 2025 04:25 pm
The Aquarium of Niagara is proud to announce a yearlong celebration in honor of the organization's 60th year in Niagara Falls.
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Fri, Jan 10th 2025 07:00 am
When the call went out over the closed frequency radios used by the Town of Niagara police department, Vanik Aloian was down the street.
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Mon, Jan 6th 2025 05:30 pm
Two members of the New York Air National Guard's 107th Attack Wing, who work in space operations, were recognized as enlisted service members of the year for 2024 by the Space Force Association during the organization's annual conference in Orlando, held Dec. 10-12.
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Fri, Jan 3rd 2025 05:20 pm
With National Weather Service forecasts calling for potential lake-effect snow this weekend across the region, National Grid reminds its customers to exercise caution when removing snow and ice.
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Fri, Jan 3rd 2025 05:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services' Office of Counter Terrorism (OCT), in partnership with the New York State Police, conducted training exercises at more than 900 locations statewide in 2024 to increase public vigilance and reporting of suspicious activity. This included assessing more than 200 infrastructure locations across the state.
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Fri, Jan 3rd 2025 02:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New Yorkers will be able to file their taxes online for free thanks to Direct File expansion, a simple, self-service tool.
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Mon, Dec 30th 2024 05:00 pm
AAA is reporting an increase in call volume for dead batteries following frigid temperatures amid peak holiday travel. On Monday, Dec. 23, AAA call volume for the Western and Central New York Region (Buffalo, Rochester, Central New York) was 80% higher than a typical December day.
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Mon, Dec 30th 2024 01:50 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul, on Dec. 24, announced the New York State Office of Renewable Energy Siting and Electric Transmission (ORES) has issued a final siting permit for the Somerset solar array.
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Fri, Dec 20th 2024 03:25 pm
Over the Thanksgiving holiday, parts of Erie County saw its first significant snowfall of the season. Since then, additional lake-effect snow systems have passed through our region, with the southern and central parts of the county receiving significant accumulation.
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Fri, Dec 20th 2024 11:05 am
As the year draws to a close, residents, businesses and local governments alike turn their attention to finalizing priorities and setting the stage for the year ahead. In Erie County, this process takes on added significance as leaders navigate the 2025 budget process, focusing on fiscal responsibility, service delivery, and investments to strengthen the region's future.
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Tue, Dec 17th 2024 09:30 am
Kenmore Mercy Hospital was named a Top General Hospital by the Leapfrog Group, a national industry watchdog organization that collects and reports safety data for hospitals across the country to help consumers make more informed health care decisions. The Leapfrog Top Hospital award is widely acknowledged as one of the most competitive awards American hospitals can receive.
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Fri, Dec 13th 2024 10:00 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed legislation to expand New York's food donation and food scraps recycling program, which provides high-quality food to low-income New Yorkers.
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Thu, Dec 12th 2024 10:45 am
A mix of wintry weather is impacting the Buffalo region and North Country. AAA is experiencing high call volume. With many areas issuing driving bans, AAA is reminding the public to obey those rules, which are put in place for safety reasons.
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Wed, Dec 11th 2024 09:15 am
Families in the Niagara Falls community came together last Friday for a festive holiday celebration at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center's P3 Center during the third annual "Selfies with Santa" event.
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Tue, Dec 10th 2024 10:25 am
Ujima Co. Inc. and Shea's Performing Arts Center announce plans to co-produce "Dreamgirls" at Shea's 710 Theatre for a multiweek engagement in September 2025, with performances during the Buffalo Theatre District's annual "Curtain Up!" weekend. The partnership is the second co-production for Ujima and Shea's following a highly successful, award-winning collaborative presentation of "The Color Purple" in 2023.
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Mon, Dec 9th 2024 07:55 pm
Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper (BNW) and Cradle Beach (CB) on Friday announced BNW will lead two companion projects at Cradle Beach to create a resilient shoreline in response to extreme weather impacts, and to restore native tree and plant habitat to help improve water quality.
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Thu, Dec 5th 2024 01:25 pm
Winter weather is in the forecast, and AAA has tips to keep everyone safe on the roads. About 46% of crashes involving bad weather take place in the winter, making this the worst time of year for driving in treacherous conditions.
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Thu, Dec 5th 2024 01:25 pm
Are you ready to drive in the snow? Is your car? AAA Western and Central New York has compiled some of the best winter car care tips to make sure drivers stay safe this winter season.
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Thu, Dec 5th 2024 01:15 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $100 million to enhance the resiliency of state highways in 70 locations across New York impacted by extreme weather. With project support from the Infrastructure and Jobs Act, a total of 551 lane miles of state highways in every region of the state will be repaved.
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Mon, Dec 2nd 2024 08:35 pm
The Niagara Arts and Cultural Center (NACC) has announced its winter 2024 exhibitions with "Members & Friends 2024," "Miggie Wong: Inscape of Migratory" and "Kirk Maragh: Kirk's Nature."
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Tue, Nov 26th 2024 05:40 pm
As the holiday season approaches, Heart, Love & Soul is proud to launch its annual holiday appeal to support the growing needs of our community.
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Thu, Nov 21st 2024 09:30 pm
Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) Corp. on Thursday celebrated the 10th anniversary of the opening of its Center for Occupational & Environmental Medicine.
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Wed, Nov 20th 2024 08:25 am
The new Niagara County Law Enforcement Academy (NCLEA) is officially open following a ribbon-cutting Tuesday at the new facility located on the campus of SUNY Niagara. The building is a partnership between the county, the Niagara County Sheriff's Office and SUNY Niagara, with funding for the $8.3 million project coming from both the county and state, along with a contribution from the City of Niagara Falls.
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Mon, Nov 18th 2024 09:40 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced over 2,000 grants totaling $62 million by the New York State Council on the Arts. These grants will support 1,497 nonprofit organizations and 509 individual artists, increasing access to arts funding and recognizing the substantial economic and social impact of New York's vital arts and culture sector.
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Fri, Nov 15th 2024 12:15 pm
The Western New York Coalition for the Homeless' Code Blue collaborative has announced the start of this year's Code Blue initiative, and introduced its new lead agency: Sylvia's House Inc. (https://sylviashouse.org/).
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Fri, Nov 15th 2024 10:30 am
With winter on its way, M&T Bank and Tops Friendly Markets are again teaming up to help their neighbors stay warm during the harsh weather ahead.
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Thu, Nov 14th 2024 12:20 pm
Destination Niagara USA is thrilled to announce the return of Jingle Falls USA on Old Falls Street, featuring three days of free and low-cost holiday family fun from Nov. 29 to Dec. 1.
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Thu, Nov 14th 2024 12:10 pm
The University at Buffalo Libraries has received a collection of historical materials from St. Philip's Episcopal Church, one of the oldest African American Episcopal congregations in the country.
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Thu, Nov 7th 2024 12:35 pm
Destination Niagara USA is proud to announce the release of its 2024 Niagara Falls USA collectible ornament, with 100% of the profits once again benefitting the Niagara Falls Fire Department Toy Fund.
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Tue, Nov 5th 2024 09:00 am
Colvin Cleaners is launching its 28th annual "Coats 4 Kids" campaign with new partnerships with two valued members of the Western New York Community: Mafia Babes and Valu Home Centers.
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Fri, Nov 1st 2024 07:00 am
New York drivers need to buckle up this fall and watch for animals on the roads. Did you know that animal-related crashes are the fifth-most-common contributing factor to crashes in New York? Such crashes fall just behind driver inattention/distraction, passing/lane changing/improper use, following too closely, and failure to yield right-of-way. And this is the season for drivers to be cautious!
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Mon, Oct 28th 2024 06:00 pm
Erie County, the City of Buffalo and the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy have announced the official opening of the Delaware Park playground at Colvin Avenue and Amherst Street.
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Thu, Oct 24th 2024 08:55 pm
On Thursday, New York State Sen. Sean Ryan announced he secured a $1,000,000 state grant for Beaver Island State Park on Grand Island. This funding will allow for the creation of three major projects: a new dog park; ADA beach access; and an additional, accessible playground.
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Thu, Oct 24th 2024 08:45 pm
To raise awareness about the critical role of bats in the environment during internationally recognized Bat Week, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar encouraged outdoor enthusiasts to refrain from visiting caves and mines during the fall and winter months.
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Wed, Oct 23rd 2024 09:35 am
Associates of Vietnam Veterans Association Chapter 77 will hold a basket raffle and craft show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, at Gratwick Fire House, 110 Ward Road, North Tonawanda. Proceeds support veteran patients in the nursing homes connected to the Batavia and Buffalo VA, as well as children of veterans during the December holidays.
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Mon, Oct 21st 2024 02:00 pm
Oct. 19 was National Move Over Day, recognized on the third Saturday of October every year. This year, New York's "Slow Down/Move Over law" expanded to include disabled vehicles that are parked on the shoulder of a controlled access highway or parkway, requiring drivers to exercise caution when approaching a disabled vehicle.
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Mon, Oct 21st 2024 02:00 pm
Becker Farms, now in its 130th year, invites families to its trunk-or-treat event being held in the parking lot from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27.
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Sat, Oct 19th 2024 07:00 am
A number of Grand Island businesses have found that showcasing the Buffalo Bills and Sabres helps them achieve goals and score success at the cash register.
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Fri, Oct 18th 2024 04:35 pm
National Teen Driver Safety Week runs from Oct. 20-26. This is a perfect time for parents to talk with teen drivers about the importance of safety behind the wheel.
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