Tue, Jan 12th 2021 04:55 pm
The Community Action Organization of WNY's board of directors has selected Thomas U. Kim as its new president and CEO.
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Tue, Jan 12th 2021 04:55 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday announced his proposal to enact a first-in-the-nation requirement for affordable internet for all low-income families as part of the 2021 State of the State agenda.
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Tue, Jan 12th 2021 04:50 pm
The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) has named Satchel and Jackson Lee, children of legendary filmmaker and three-time Golden Globe nominee Spike Lee with producer Tonya Lewis Lee, as the 2021 Golden Globe Ambassadors.
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Tue, Jan 12th 2021 04:10 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, who serves as co-chair of the congressional northern border caucus, released the following statement in response to Canada's announcement of the extension of the existing border restrictions:
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Tue, Jan 12th 2021 01:25 pm
Assemblyman Angelo Morinello, R-C-I-Niagara Falls, was named chairman of the Assembly Minority Steering Committee and will be continuing in his leadership position as the ranking member of the Standing Committee on Codes, his office announced.
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Tue, Jan 12th 2021 01:20 pm
Oishei Children's Hospital is proud to be recognized by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York with a Blue Distinction Centers (BDC) for Maternity Care designation, as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program.
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Tue, Jan 12th 2021 01:20 pm
As the New Year brings the tradition of resolutions, consider helping people in need as an American Red Cross volunteer. During this coronavirus pandemic, families continue to depend on volunteers every day. While many Red Cross volunteers are helping others at the scene of disasters, numerous opportunities are available - including virtual roles - to support of the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross.
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Tue, Jan 12th 2021 01:20 pm
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced 55 new projects in 20 states are being invited to apply for approximately $5.1 billion in Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loans. This funding will help finance over $12 billion in clean water and drinking water infrastructure projects to protect public health and improve water quality in communities across the U.S.
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Tue, Jan 12th 2021 12:30 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday provided New Yorkers with new information related to coronavirus vaccination eligibility. In particular, those ages 65-plus, and the immunocompromised, can now register to receive their shots earlier than expected.
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Tue, Jan 12th 2021 12:10 pm
Lions 20N District Gov. Richard Battaglia recently visited the Barker Lions. His stop had three purposes: to inspire the local club, recognize long-term members and install new members.
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Tue, Jan 12th 2021 11:25 am
Barry Gibb released his anticipated new album, "GREENFIELDS: The Gibb Brothers Songbook, Vol. 1," on Friday via Capitol Records. The 12-song collection, produced by Dave Cobb (Chris Stapleton), features collaborations with Keith Urban, Little Big Town, Dolly Parton, Sheryl Crow, Miranda Lambert, Alison Krauss, Jason Isbell, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, Brandi Carlile, Olivia Newton-John and Tommy Emmanuel.
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Tue, Jan 12th 2021 11:20 am
Girl Scout entrepreneurs in WNY are selling cookies such as the new Toast-Yay! in what the organization called "safe, creative and socially distant ways," including through the organization's first national delivery services collaboration with Grubhub. Nationwide online Girl Scout Cookie ordering will be available Feb. 1.
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Tue, Jan 12th 2021 11:20 am
After a thorough nationwide search, on Jan. 4 the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy welcomed Margaret Lapp as the organization's first curator for the South Park Arboretum. Thanks to a "generous" capacity grant from KeyBank and the First Niagara Foundation, the funded curator position will commence administering the first six of 11 phases approved for returning the Olmsted original design.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 05:40 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced that, following what his camp called the successful implementation of the pilot plan to open Bills Stadium to fans last week, Buffalo Bills fans can attend the team's second home playoff game on Saturday, Jan. 16.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 05:30 pm
In response to Gov. Andrew Cuomo's 2021 State of the State address on Monday, Conservative Party of New York State Chairman Gerard Kassar said, "Gov. Andrew Cuomo's State of the State was a pure political speech that failed to address the structural fiscal situation that multiplied the costs of the COVID-19 pandemic."
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 05:05 pm
Following New York state guidance, nine Wegmans locations in New York will receive a limited supply of the COVID-19 vaccine to distribute to people age 75 and older, as well as Wegmans pharmacy employees.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 05:00 pm
The New York State Association of Counties recently announced its priorities for the 2021 state legislative session and unveiled a wide range of policy proposals to improve county service delivery, increase efficiency, reduce program costs, and place counties on a sound fiscal footing as they continue to lead the local recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 04:55 pm
The United States Bankruptcy Court of the Western District of New York has set Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time) as the deadline (the "bar date") for asserting claims against the Diocese of Buffalo, New York, in the diocese's Chapter 11 proceeding, including any claims relating to sexual abuse.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 04:50 pm
The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the U.S. Treasury Department, reopened the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan portal Monday morning. SBA is continuing its "dedicated commitment to underserved small businesses" and to addressing potential access to capital barriers by initially granting PPP access exclusively to community financial institutions (CFIs) that typically serve these concerns.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 04:50 pm
Niagara Gospel Rescue Mission, at 1317 Portage Road, welcomed Tom McLaughlin as executive director on Jan. 1. He replaced longtime director Richard Neumann. The agency's board announced Newman's retirement in a Facebook post on Dec. 31.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 04:05 pm
Here are today's numbers:
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 02:40 pm
On Dec. 14, State University of New York Chancellor Dr. Jim Malatras hosted a virtual Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Honors Awards ceremony recognizing the achievements of 45 students from 49 SUNY campuses statewide. Elaine Champagne-Lewis of Niagara County Community College was chosen to receive the 2020 Norman R. McConney, Jr. Award for EOP Student Excellence, which celebrates EOP students who have overcome significant obstacles in life to achieve their educational and personal goals.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 02:30 pm
The Riviera Theatre announces new dates for the following shows:
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 02:25 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo offered his 2021 State of the State address on Monday.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 02:20 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday delivered his 2021 State of the State address. The governor's 2021 agenda - "Reimagine | Rebuild | Renew" - features nation-leading proposals to not only defeat COVID-19, but also tackle critical issues facing New York and the country, including jumpstarting New York's economic recovery; creating a fairer, more just state; reopening the state; becoming a leader in the growing green energy economy; and rebuilding and strengthening New York's infrastructure.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 02:00 pm
Congressman Brian Higgins, D-NY-26, and Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz on Monday announced a federal grant totaling $2,680,000 awarded through the Economic Development Administration to support the Buffalo Erie County Industrial Land Development Corp. with the construction of replacement water and sewer systems in order to develop 160 acres of land at the site of the former Bethlehem Steel plant.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 02:00 pm
NOCO, on Monday, announced the company has reached a master agreement with developers to purchase the solar credits from approximately 15 solar array installations across the National Grid and NYSEG service territories. The $120 million contract is estimated to generate approximately 60 million kilowatt hours of electricity annually.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 11:35 am
Grammy-winner Mandisa is kicking off 2021 with a brand-new single ideal for the new year: "Breakthrough."
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 11:30 am
Among Christian music's most recognizable faces and voices for more than two decades, singer/songwriter, author and New Zealand native Phil Joel is set for an anticipated return to the solo spotlight with "Better Than I Found It" on Jan. 22. The six-song EP - written, recorded and produced entirely by Joel in his home studio during last year's quarantine - is now available for preorder.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 11:20 am
√ Initial groups of phase 1B now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine include individuals 75 and older, first responders, corrections officers, teachers and other school staff, in-person college instructors, child care workers, public-facing grocery store workers, transit workers and individuals living and working in homeless shelters
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 11:20 am
The Niagara County Department of Health (NCDOH) will conduct point-of-dispensing (POD) operations starting Tuesday, Jan. 12.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 11:00 am
Over the weekend, Gov. Andrew Cuomo continued to reveal details of his State of the State.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 10:10 am
The Erie County Department of Social Services, in partnership with the Erie County Poverty Committee, Home HeadQuarters and with other support, is offering the Erie County revolving loan fund program for income-eligible homeowners in Erie County to address remediation of lead hazards in the home and other health and safety emergency repairs such as furnace replacement, electrical repairs, sewer/plumbing emergencies and more.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 10:10 am
The Erie County Department of Health's office of epidemiology is moving into new space in downtown Buffalo, finding a home in the oldest office building still existing in the downtown area - the circa-1833 Lincoln Building (formerly known as the Ticor Building).
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 10:10 am
Applications for the 2021 Native American handicraft sales permits are available for the upcoming summer season at Niagara Falls State Park.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 10:10 am
The Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) is providing the following statement regarding the availability of COVID-19 vaccine at its PODs - points of dispensing.
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Mon, Jan 11th 2021 10:10 am
Senate Republican Leader Robert Ortt on Friday discussed the "comprehensive vision of Senate Republicans" to "Reset New York." Their plan includes several components to address mounting economic and fiscal challenges facing the state - many of which they said were exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic - and to help forge a better path forward for all New Yorkers.
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Sat, Jan 9th 2021 11:30 am
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday announced the expansion of the state's vaccination distribution network to help accelerate the administration of the COVID-19 vaccine to New Yorkers currently eligible under group 1A and begin the vaccination of New Yorkers eligible under group 1B.
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Sat, Jan 9th 2021 11:30 am
Gov. Andrew Cuomo and eight other governors on Friday issued a letter to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar and Chief Operating Officer General Gustave F. Perna asking that they expedite vaccine distribution throughout the nation.
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Sat, Jan 9th 2021 11:25 am
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday announced a proposal to bolster protections for residential and commercial tenants as part of the 2021 State of the State. He will propose legislation codifying and extending the moratorium on COVID-related commercial evictions. Cuomo will also propose legislation to codify protections the state has provided tenants by executive order.
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