Tue, Jul 23rd 2024 11:40 am
The Child Advocacy Center of Niagara (CAC of Niagara), a service of Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center (NFMMC), announced its participation in this year's OneTooMany Virtual 5K, a fundraising event organized by the New York State Children's Alliance to support child advocacy centers across the state. The event takes place Sept. 13-15. The CAC of Niagara aims to register at least 100 participants before Aug. 8.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2024 02:10 pm
Winding through the peaks and valleys of tree-lined roads in the hills of Cattaraugus, one may feel far away from the Buffalo-Niagara Region - but knowing the destination is a multigenerational, family-owned blueberry farm makes the journey all the more exciting.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2024 11:40 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.50, down 2 cents from last week. One year ago, the price was $3.59. The New York state average is $3.62, down 1 cent from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.69.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2024 11:40 am
The PBA of New York State commends New York State Park Police officer Nathan Sibenik for his quick and decisive action that saved the life of a woman experiencing a mental health crisis at Niagara Falls State Park.
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Mon, Jul 22nd 2024 10:45 am
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating a plane crash that occurred Saturday in the River Region.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2024 11:00 am
Town of Niagara officials gave approval for $12,500 of masonry work to the west side of Town Hall to eliminate a major need affecting its police department.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2024 09:35 am
Lt. Col. Robert Burnham, a Beaufort, South Carolina, native and a veteran of the Afghanistan war, assumed command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District, on July 18.
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Fri, Jul 19th 2024 09:00 am
The Sisters of St. Francis of Penance and Christian Charity, located at Stella Niagara near Lewiston, are celebrating 150 years of ministry in the U.S.
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Wed, Jul 17th 2024 05:55 pm
For the past 15 years, Niagara University's Disability Awareness Training program has provided first responders, businesses, and government agencies with customized programs that sensitize and educate participants on all aspects of disabilities and the challenges they may encounter as they interact with and respond to incidents, situations and accidents that involve individuals with disabilities.
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Sat, Jul 13th 2024 01:50 pm
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino announced Donny Osmond has postponed tonight's scheduled performance in the Seneca Niagara Event Center due to illness. Updates will be provided once a new date is finalized.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2024 11:00 am
New York Sea Grant and the Center for Great Lakes Literacy have announced 20 teachers and educators representing 17 school districts and organizations will participate in the first of five professional development workshops focused on New York's unique Great Lakes' ecosystem, species and climate.
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Fri, Jul 12th 2024 11:00 am
When the United States entered World War 1 in 1917, a young man of 23, George Vaughn Seibold, volunteered requesting assignment in aviation. The United States was short of airplanes; and having no air force, George was sent to Canada for training with British aviators. George was then sent to England and was assigned to Royal Flying Corps, 148th Aero Squadron.
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Wed, Jul 10th 2024 05:10 pm
Niagara University announced its designation as a National Security Agency Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense. This important recognition underscores the university's commitment to advancing cybersecurity education, research, and developing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals to protect the U.S.' critical national information infrastructure into the future.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2024 02:30 pm
Officials announced today that Appeal 2024, in support of Catholic Charities of Buffalo and the "Fund for the Faith," raised a total of $8,002,705 in cash and pledges, representing 84% of its $9.5 million goal. Appeal 2024 was launched in January and concluded June 30.
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Tue, Jul 9th 2024 02:25 pm
As high temperatures continue across New York state, the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is warning New Yorkers of the danger children and pets face when left in hot cars.
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Mon, Jul 8th 2024 10:50 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Saturday provided New Yorkers an update on COVID-19 as new variants contribute to increases in hospitalizations in parts of New York state and around the country.
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Fri, Jul 5th 2024 07:00 am
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance encouraged School Tax Relief (STAR) credit recipients in Erie and Niagara counties to have their STAR credit payments direct deposited into their bank accounts. New York state's STAR program provides property tax relief to eligible New York state homeowners.
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Wed, Jul 3rd 2024 05:15 pm
Summer vacations are in full swing! AAA projects 70.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Independence Day holiday travel period. That's an increase of 5% compared to 2023 and an 8% increase over 2019. For vacations near or far, AAA Insurance is sharing tips with travelers to keep homes safe while they're away.
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2024 03:35 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul launched the "Get Offline, Get Outside" summer campaign to "promote physical and mental health by helping New York's kids and families to put down their phones and computers, take a break from social media, and enjoy recreation and outdoor social gatherings."
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Tue, Jul 2nd 2024 10:20 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the U.S. Department of Commerce awarded a phase two Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hub) grant of $40 million to the New York Semiconductor Manufacturing and Research Technology Innovation Corridor (NY SMART-I Corridor) consortium.
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Mon, Jul 1st 2024 09:45 am
With stormy weather in the forecast, and other Lewiston events already modified or canceled Saturday, Artpark & Company moved its annual Strawberry Moon Festival into the Mainstage Theater. The pivot was successful: A Native American marketplace smartly lined the walkways, the smoke dance competition was held in front of an enthusiastic (and seated) audience, and the headline artists performed on the theater stage.
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Fri, Jun 28th 2024 04:10 pm
New York State Sen. Sean Ryan announced his legislation (S.967A) to reduce delinquent property tax interest rates has passed both houses of the New York State Legislature.
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Wed, Jun 26th 2024 07:35 pm
The USA Niagara Development Corp. (USAN) board of directors met Wednesday and approved general project plans (GPP) for two prominent projects near Niagara Falls State Park: the First Street mixed-use building and Gorge Gateway Park and Hydraulic Power Plaza.
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Mon, Jun 24th 2024 12:50 pm
The Town of Niagara recently announced the 2024 "Music Mania Mondays" lineup. Events are held each Monday night at Veteran's Memorial Community Park, at 7000 Lockport Road.
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Mon, Jun 24th 2024 10:30 am
Niagara Charter School students took part in their annual field day on Tuesday, June 18, competing outside in many fun physical challenges and games to cap off an awesome school year. Throughout the day, 350 students practiced great teamwork and sportsmanship testing skills as they raced, jumped, and worked together through the field day stations.
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Mon, Jun 24th 2024 10:10 am
As the busy Fourth of July holiday week gets closer, the American Red Cross asks donors to "be a powerful force for good" by giving blood or platelets now and in the weeks to come.
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Mon, Jun 24th 2024 10:10 am
Today's national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.45, no change from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.58. The New York state average is $3.58, down 2 cents from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.70.
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Fri, Jun 21st 2024 02:55 pm
New York State Attorney General Letitia James announced Western New York will receive over $8.8 million from a historic $462 million multistate settlement that she secured from JUUL Labs Inc. (JUUL) for its role in the youth vaping epidemic that led to a dangerous rise in underage e-cigarette use nationwide.
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Fri, Jun 21st 2024 11:00 am
As Lewiston-Porter High School prepares for its annual commencement exercises at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, at Artpark, its "school within a school" celebrated a memorable event of its own last week at the Youngstown Yacht Club.
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Wed, Jun 19th 2024 07:15 pm
The heat is on in Western and Central New York as summer is set to arrive. Unfortunately, every year in the U.S., there are an estimated 4,000 unintentional drownings, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
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Wed, Jun 19th 2024 02:05 pm
As temperatures rise, staying cool means being comfortable and healthy. National Grid is offering summertime energy efficiency tips and payment options to help our customers stay safe and save money on their bills.
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Wed, Jun 19th 2024 02:00 pm
As our area faces extremely hot temperatures this week, the Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association has important safety tips for caregivers and families facing Alzheimer's and other dementias. While extreme heat can have a significant impact on everyone's safety, it can be especially stressful and confusing for individuals with dementia.
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Tue, Jun 18th 2024 01:15 pm
The Erie County Medical Examiner's Office received reports of seven overdose-related deaths over a six-hour period on Monday, June 17. Investigations and toxicology tests will confirm the drugs involved in these deaths, but preliminary reports indicate that each scene is suspected to have a form of cocaine (crack or powder) present.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2024 05:05 pm
Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 3.9% in May compared to the same month in 2023, according to data released by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Overall, local collections totaled $1.78 billion, up $66.4 million from the same time last year.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2024 11:45 am
Hot weather is expected this week in Western New York, starting Monday, June 17. The risks for heat-related illness this week are very real, especially since overnight temperatures will not provide much relief.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2024 10:45 am
With heat warnings issued across the region, AAA Western and Central New York is reminding motorists to be aware of the dangers of hot cars. On average, 37 children die in hot cars every year. While an overwhelming majority of these deaths are accidental, such tragedies are often preventable.
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Mon, Jun 17th 2024 10:45 am
Erie County is announcing $5.9 million in competitive awards from opioid settlement funding. These funds will support programs that align with opioid settlement terms for prevention, treatment, recovery and supportive services, along with a comprehensive media marketing campaign for awareness and other public health goals.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2024 06:55 pm
Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman announced a Niagara County jury returned a guilty verdict in the murder case against Marchello M. Gildersleeve, age 43, of Niagara Falls, this afternoon.
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Fri, Jun 14th 2024 12:30 pm
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) will make its election protection hotline available for the upcoming June 25 primary election and during New York's early voting period, which runs from Saturday, June 15, through Sunday, June 23.
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Thu, Jun 13th 2024 09:05 pm
Erie County Medical Center Corp. and ECMC Foundation, on Saturday, June 1, presented "Springfest Gala 2024," the largest not-for-profit gala in Western New York, which drew over 1,800 guests from the business, medical and ECMC communities for an evening of entertainment, fine dining, and celebration. "Springfest 2024" raised $1.2 million this year to benefit lifesaving medical services at ECMC.
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