Fri, Mar 25th 2022 10:40 am
The number of reported coronavirus cases in Erie and Niagara counties has gone up for the first time in several weeks. As of Wednesday, the seven-day average of cases per a population of 100,000 was 8.25%. The seven-day average percentage of positive test results reported over the past three days was 1.86%. One week ago, those numbers were 6.82% and 1.79%, respectively.
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Fri, Mar 25th 2022 10:35 am
Eloise Bowman passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2022.
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Fri, Mar 25th 2022 10:30 am
Who says the symphony doesn't rock? On Thursday, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra announced its 2022-23 "BPO Rock" series, presented by Calspan. The full lineup includes rollicking tributes to rock 'n' roll legends The Moody Blues, Deep Purple and The Beatles, and a special performance with the current members of prog-rock band Jefferson Starship, all amplified by the world-class sound of the BPO in the killer acoustics of Kleinhans Music Hall.
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Fri, Mar 25th 2022 10:30 am
Niagara County has been deemed "StormReady" by the National Weather Service, according to Jonathan Schultz, Niagara County's emergency services director. NWS officials came to the county's public safety building on Tuesday to present the "StormReady" designation.
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Fri, Mar 25th 2022 10:30 am
The Niagara County Department of Health announced the sexual health clinic would reopen April 5. The clinic has been closed since March 2020 as a result of Niagara County's COVID-19 response.
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Fri, Mar 25th 2022 10:05 am
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday announced the launch of a new website containing resources offered by New York state and its partners to help Ukrainian people and their friends and allies here in New York.
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Fri, Mar 25th 2022 09:55 am
For the parents of children with an elevated blood lead level, the future can seem uncertain. Knowing that a child has been exposed to lead - which is a neurotoxic poison - can raise questions about how best to reduce the risk of harmful developmental delays that lead can cause, especially in very young children.
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Fri, Mar 25th 2022 09:55 am
In recognition of National Poison Prevention Week, March 20-26, the New York State Division of Consumer Protection is reminding New Yorkers of prevention measures to reduce the risk of poisoning. Established in 1961, National Poison Prevention Week raises awareness of unintentional poisonings and offers information to help consumers prevent poisonings, especially among children.
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Fri, Mar 25th 2022 09:55 am
An analysis conducted by the San Diego State University School of Hospitality & Tourism Management on behalf of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) found that in-person business travel and meetings have undeniable advantages over virtual options, and that businesses and organizations that resume business travel and meetings more quickly are likely to have a competitive edge over those that do not.
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Fri, Mar 25th 2022 09:55 am
"Encanto" cast members Adassa, Stephanie Beatriz, Mauro Castillo, Carolina Gaitan and Diane Guerrero, along with Becky G and Luis Fonsi, will perform "We Don't Talk About Bruno" from "Encanto" on the 94th Oscars, show producers Will Packer and Shayla Cowan announced yesterday. This will be the first live performance of the song written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, who is nominated for Best Original Song for "Dos Oruguitas" also from "Encanto."
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Fri, Mar 25th 2022 09:00 am
Artpark & Company announced its summer 2022 season on Thursday.
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Wed, Mar 23rd 2022 05:00 pm
Rick Astley, who has sold over 40 million records worldwide, is enjoying a remarkable career surge - and will celebrate the 35th anniversary of his landmark debut album, "Whenever You Need Somebody," with a remastered and expanded edition to be released May 6 on BMG.
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Wed, Mar 23rd 2022 04:45 pm
Prime Video announced Wednesday that iconic play-by-play announcer Al Michaels and Emmy-winning analyst Kirk Herbstreit have joined Prime Video to call its exclusive coverage of NFL "Thursday Night Football." The inaugural season of the historic 11-year agreement kicks off Thursday, Sept. 15.
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Wed, Mar 23rd 2022 04:30 pm
New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez on Wednesday announced work has begun on a $2.9 million project that will repair or replace 12 culverts in Erie and Niagara counties, "enhancing safety and reducing the risk of flooding along several important roadways for the movement of people and commerce in Western New York."
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Wed, Mar 23rd 2022 04:00 pm
In the spirit of healing, honoring lives lost, and providing hope to those affected by the conflict in Ukraine, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra will present "Slava Ukraini: A Benefit Concert for Ukraine," at 7 p.m. Sunday, April 3, at Kleinhans Music Hall.
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Wed, Mar 23rd 2022 03:55 pm
On Wednesday, Grammy Award-winning global superstar Harry Styles announced the release of his upcoming album, "Harry's House." The anticipated 13-track album will be released globally May 20.
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Wed, Mar 23rd 2022 03:55 pm
Beyoncé, Billie Eilish and FINNEAS, Reba McEntire and Sebastián Yatra will perform this year's nominated songs on the 94th Oscars, show producers Will Packer and Shayla Cowan announced. The Oscars will air live on ABC and broadcast outlets worldwide on Sunday, March 27 (8 p.m. EDT).
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Wed, Mar 23rd 2022 03:55 pm
Sunnking has opened voting for its inaugural "Name the Shredder" contest, the recycler announced. After receiving more than 200 creative name submissions from Buffalo and Rochester in March, Sunnking staff and leadership reviewed the list and selected five finalists for public voting:
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Wed, Mar 23rd 2022 03:55 pm
Ransomville Speedway will be hosting a driving school for any new drivers and all drivers competing in the novice division of the SANY New York/Burris Racing go-kart program beginning at 10 a.m. at the "Little R" on Sunday, May 1. The event will take place rain or shine.
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Wed, Mar 23rd 2022 03:55 pm
During Women's History Month, Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced the New York State Police joined other police departments across the country by signing the "30x30 Pledge," a commitment to increase the representation of women in the ranks while improving the experiences of women in law enforcement.
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Wed, Mar 23rd 2022 03:55 pm
Actor Vanessa Hudgens, actor Terrence J and fashion designer Brandon Maxwell will host "The Oscars Red Carpet Show," the official lead-in to the 94th Oscars on Sunday, March 27, producers Will Packer and Shayla Cowan announced. "The Oscars Red Carpet Show" will air at 6:30 p.m. EDT on ABC.
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Wed, Mar 23rd 2022 10:00 am
It's officially spring! As the weather warms up and the latest COVID-19 surge continues to slow, many people are looking forward to meeting up with family and friends. At the start of this new season, the American Red Cross encourages the community to play an important role in helping save lives by making blood or platelet donation part of their spring plans.
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Wed, Mar 23rd 2022 09:50 am
New York Attorney General Letitia James has issued a warning to virtual currency investors and their tax advisers to make sure they accurately declare and pay taxes on their virtual investments.
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Wed, Mar 23rd 2022 09:50 am
On March 22 at 2:52 p.m., the Niagara County Sheriff's Office Dispatch Center received notification of a fire alarm activation at the apartment building located at 6824 Plaza Drive in the Town of Wheatfield. A second call received a short time later reported smoke showing on the first floor of the three-floor structure.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 05:00 pm
Through the first weekend of tournament play, no perfect brackets remain in either men's or women's ESPN Tournament Challenge games.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 04:10 pm
Nick Mason's Saucerful of Secrets has announced rescheduled dates for "The Echoes Tour" with 28 stops in major cities across the U.S. and Canada.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 03:55 pm
After a few years of hiatus, Intandem (formerly Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara) is back with a bigger and better "celebrity bartending" event centered on college basketball.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 03:55 pm
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York has become the top community solar market in the U.S. with more than one gigawatt of community solar installed and operational - enough to serve 209,000 homes across the state.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 03:55 pm
New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt has penned a letter to Gov. Kathy Hochul calling on her to keep the public informed on potential changes to bail and discovery reforms, and bring all stakeholders to the discussion table.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 03:55 pm
Niagara University and the Niagara Falls Housing Authority are bringing free children and parenting activities to residents of Niagara Falls' south end throughout the end of March.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 03:50 pm
The USA Niagara Development Corp. board of directors met Tuesday and approved two grants for mixed-use projects at 311 Rainbow Blvd., and 320-324 Niagara St., in downtown Niagara Falls. USAN said the projects are leveraging private-sector investment to facilitate economic development within its development district.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 03:50 pm
Niagara University's College of Nursing will present a discussion focusing on the United Nations' sustainable development goals and their implications on the nursing profession.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 02:05 pm
Rebecca St. James' musical comeback is complete this week with the release of "Kingdom Come," her first full-length record in 11 years.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 10:20 am
Multi-Platinum singer/songwriter Dierks Bentley has announced details behind the Live Nation-produced summer leg of his "Beers On Me Tour." Bentley will host 30-plus cities on an "all-night sing-along party" (Fresno Bee) as the trek launches June 3 with special guests Ashley McBryde and Travis Denning.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 10:15 am
The Erie County Agricultural Society has added an ACM award winner to this year's concert lineup on The Buffalo News Grandstand.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 10:15 am
On Friday, Carrie Underwood released her anticipated new single, "Ghost Story."
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 10:15 am
The countdown has begun for Hollywood's biggest night ... and "Live's" most glamorous morning! Fans everywhere are waiting for the curtain to rise on "Oscar Sunday," March 27, followed by the fan-favorite, star-studded annual "Live's After Oscar Show" on Monday, March 28.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 10:15 am
The Brothers of Mercy Wellness Campus has achieved a deficiency-free survey from the New York State Department of Health.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 10:15 am
New York Attorney General Letitia James and 1199SEIU President George Gresham on Monday called for stronger protections for nursing home workers who have been on the front lines of the pandemic for more than two years.
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Tue, Mar 22nd 2022 10:00 am
The Erie County Department of Environment and Planning announced the first-ever WNY Earth Day Challenge, created by the department and partners to encourage residents to celebrate Earth Day by learning about the environment and taking actions locally. The challenge runs from March 21 through April 30 and features numerous ways for individuals and families to not only learn more about how their activities can help to protect the environment but also participate in environmentally aware programming.
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