Fri, Jan 17th 2025 07:00 am
The Town of Porter announced applications for its "Hometown Heroes" banner program are now available at Town Hall and online at www.townofporter.net.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 03:00 pm
Five hundred New York National Guard soldiers and airmen are deploying to Washington, D.C., to support the 60th presidential inauguration, set for Jan. 20.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 03:00 pm
State tax receipts totaled $79.9 billion through the first three quarters of state fiscal year (SFY) 2024-25, $1.2 billion higher than estimates released in the division of the budget's (DOB) mid-year update to the enacted budget financial plan.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 03:00 pm
The Western New York Land Conservancy has permanently protected an additional 38.3 acres on Grand Island. The property will be maintained by the Land Conservancy and be known as the Jim and Edna Braddell Preserve. Funding for the purchase comes from the Greenway Ecological Standing Committee (GESC), which awarded the Land Conservancy a grant to protect the important bird habitat.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 02:30 pm
Food Network's "Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking" will have a second season, it was announced Thursday by Betsy Ayala, head of content, food, Warner Bros. Discovery.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 02:30 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a team of 10 Department of Environmental Conservation forest rangers is traveling to California to support ongoing efforts to contain wildfires raging in Los Angeles. The forest rangers flew out of Albany on Thursday morning for what is expected to be a two-week assignment.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 02:05 pm
As part of the office's ongoing effort to protect citizens and prevent crime, District Attorney Michael J. Keane is warning the public about a scam involving robbery and sextortion. The Erie County District Attorney's Office is actively investigating several complaints from victims who reported being robbed during an encounter with a person they believed to be an escort.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 01:40 pm
The Greater Niagara Fishing Expo is set to celebrate its 10th annual event from Feb. 13-16, at the Niagara Falls Convention Center. Renowned for its emphasis on education, this premier fishing expo will feature over 250 seminars led by local, regional and national experts, all included with the price of admission.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 01:40 pm
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA (1900 Military Road) is celebrating Lunar New Year from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24, in the food court area near The Fragrance Outlet.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 01:40 pm
BEC recording artist, author and chart-topper Tasha Layton announces her first-ever live worship album, "Worship Through It Live." The nine-track project, recorded at Hope UC in Thompson's Station, Tennessee, will release March 7. Fans who preorder here will instantly receive the Grammy-nominated song "Praise," which is also now available across all digital platforms.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 11:35 am
The Neighbors Foundation of Grand Island thanks the hundreds of individuals and organizations who contributed to our successful 2024 holiday distribution. More than 100 of your neighbor families were helped with food baskets and, where appropriate, gift cards for 154 children; 68 of our seniors were also helped in two senior apartment complexes.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 11:30 am
Girl Scouts of Western New York is proud to announce that eight of our remarkable Girl Scouts, along with one from Girl Scouts of Central Maryland, have received one of the highest honors in Girl Scouting: the Medal of Honor. These extraordinary young individuals were recognized for their bravery, quick thinking, and decisive action in a life-threatening emergency while traveling abroad in Switzerland.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 11:25 am
Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced James B. White Jr., 23, of Buffalo, pleaded guilty Wednesday afternoon before Erie County Court Judge James Bargnesi.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 11:25 am
The Niagara County Office for the Aging is seeking nominations for the 2025 Niagara County Senior Citizen of the Year. Each year, our office recognizes a senior who is an integral part of our community, giving back to and serving residents of all ages.
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Thu, Jan 16th 2025 09:55 am
The Lewiston Democratic Committee is looking for individuals interested in being a candidate this year for the following offices in Lewiston town government: town supervisor, Town Council and town clerk.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 08:00 pm
The Erie County Department of Health is alerting the community that recent toxicology testing detected carfentanil in the local unregulated drug supply.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
Shea's Performing Arts Center has kicked off the centennial celebration of Shea's Buffalo Theatre. The commencement took place on Jan. 15, which marked the 100th anniversary of the day ground was broken on construction of the historic theater. The launch marks the beginning of two years of centennial festivities planned at the theater and in the community.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
One of the world's top Irish dance shows - featuring a starry roster of international dance champions - "A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation" is coming to New York. Locally, the show will stop at the Buffalo State Performing Arts Center for a 7:30 p.m. performance on Friday, March 7. Tickets are $54.64-$78.33 (plus applicable fees).
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
The Niagara Area Foundation announced awards totaling $60,200 to eight Niagara area nonprofit organizations for its 2024 grant cycle.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
Property tax levy growth for New York's school districts and 10 cities will remain capped at 2% for the fourth year in a row, according to data released by state Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
The National Football League announced the Indianapolis Colts will play as the designated team in the first-ever regular season game in Berlin, as part of the 2025 International Games.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo announced the 2024 Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Arts & Culture Initiative awards totaling $500,000 to support 56 small- to mid-sized arts organizations serving the eight counties of Western New York, plus Monroe County, through its competitive grants process.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
On Jan. 14, Niagara Gospel Mission Executive Director John Cooper rucked 34 miles, seeking to raise awareness for homelessness in Niagara County.
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Wed, Jan 15th 2025 07:55 pm
The Buffalo Sabres announced Tim DiGiulio was named the recipient of the 2025 J. Michael Duffett Memorial Award, presented each year to the coach whose contributions to amateur hockey in Western New York "best exemplify the knowledge, teaching, love of the game and gentle humanity of Mike."
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Tue, Jan 14th 2025 03:00 pm
Finding missing persons is nothing new for series television - but unique to NBC's "Found" is a story in which the captive becomes the captor.
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Tue, Jan 14th 2025 11:10 am
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center is excited to host The Premier 2025, its 20th annual black-tie fundraising gala, on Saturday, Jan. 18, at the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino.
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Tue, Jan 14th 2025 10:40 am
If you frequently fly, it's time to get prepared for your next adventure. The deadline to meet the REAL ID compliance standard is rapidly approaching.
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Tue, Jan 14th 2025 10:40 am
Assemblyman Angelo Morinello is inviting local business owners and community leaders to an informational Zoom session to learn more about the New York State Excelsior Jobs Program. This initiative offers private businesses significant tax incentives to encourage job creation and economic growth in Western New York.
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Tue, Jan 14th 2025 10:40 am
Join Cary Elwes (Westley) for a behind-the-scenes look at life on and off the set of the classic film "The Princess Bride," at 3 p.m. March 16, inside the University at Buffalo Center for the Arts Mainstage Theatre. After a screening of the iconic movie, Elwes will engage in a moderated discussion revealing never-before-shared secrets and tales of inconceivable antics!
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Mon, Jan 13th 2025 05:35 pm
People Inc. will equip each of its 155 group homes, 25 day programs and 20 respite locations with new, state-of-the-art devices designed to assist in the event of a choking incident. The initiative is possible thanks to a $25,000 grant sponsored by New York State Assembly member Karen McMahon.
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Mon, Jan 13th 2025 05:35 pm
The Niagara Region New York State Park Police will hold a series of open houses to accept applications for patrol officer positions and share what it's like to be a member of the Park Police.
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Mon, Jan 13th 2025 05:30 pm
The Niagara County Department of Employment and Training will hold its next career fair on Wednesday, Jan. 15, at the Kenan Center Arena in Lockport, for those seeking employment.
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Mon, Jan 13th 2025 05:30 pm
As we recognize January as National Cervical Health Awareness Month, the Erie County Department of Health is emphasizing what research and results have proven: Regular screening and vaccination can prevent cervical cancer.
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Mon, Jan 13th 2025 11:00 am
As part of her 2025 State of the State agenda, Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed creating the nation's first-ever crime analysis joint special operations command (CA-JSOC) headquarters to help fight crime and coordinate intelligence-sharing among hundreds of local, state and federal law enforcement entities.
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Mon, Jan 13th 2025 11:00 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced a total of 129,686 tickets were issued statewide, as part of the national "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" traffic enforcement period between Christmas and New Year's Day. The initiative, which targeted impaired and reckless drivers, ran from Wednesday, Dec. 11, through Wednesday, Jan. 1.
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Mon, Jan 13th 2025 10:55 am
On Friday - joined by members of the Western New York legislative delegation, law enforcement officials, and county clerks - New York State Sen. Rob Ortt blasted New York's "dangerous Green Light Law."
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Mon, Jan 13th 2025 10:55 am
Future City starts with a question: How can we make the world a better place? To answer it, middle school students imagine, research, design and build cities of the future that showcase their solution to a citywide sustainability issue.
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Mon, Jan 13th 2025 10:55 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul is urging New Yorkers to exercise caution ahead of a lake-effect snow event expected to impact parts of the Western New York, Central New York, Finger Lakes and North Country regions.
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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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Mon, Jan 13th 2025 10:15 am
Multi-Grammy award-winning band and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Chicago announced a performance in Lewiston, inside the Artpark Mainstage Theater, on Friday, Aug. 8.
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