Wed, Apr 22nd 2020 01:45 pm
The Niagara County Legislature on Tuesday night passed a resolution extending the deadline for payment of county taxes without interest and penalties until May 31. The resolution passed unanimously.
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2020 01:15 pm
Jesse's business, New House Leatherworks, was founded out of his desire to find a new hobby that fit his personality and the values he holds. He searched for years to find where his natural talent lay, picking up different hobbies, but never feeling like they were truly meant for him.
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2020 11:50 am
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and related financial challenges that it is facing, Kaleida Health is offering a temporary voluntary furlough program for its staff.
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2020 11:40 am
The Niagara County Department of Health issued the following update on positive COVID-19 cases in Niagara County:
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2020 11:15 am
In advance of Sunday's all-new remote episode, Ryan Seacrest gives "American Idol" fans a sneak peek of his hosting digs featuring the iconic, original "Idol" judge desk that he had hidden away At Home.
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2020 11:15 am
A statement from Republican New York State Sen. Rob Ortt, and his Republican colleagues:
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2020 10:20 am
New York State Sen. Chris Jacobs is proposing legislation to dramatically increase the penalties against anyone who commits a scam by taking advantage of the coronavirus crisis.
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2020 10:20 am
Facebook on Tuesday released the first maps of the COVID-19 symptoms people have self-reported experiencing county-by-county across the U.S., based on aggregate data from the opt-in Facebook survey that was conducted with researchers at Carnegie Mellon.
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2020 10:15 am
In light of the current crisis surrounding COVID-19, the health and safety of Arts Services Initiative's (ASI) patrons, employees and community are - as always - the organization's highest priority. ASI has been closely monitoring updates and information issued by local, state and federal governing bodies and, as a result, has decided to reschedule the seventh annual Spark Awards, originally planned for Wednesday, May 13.
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2020 10:05 am
NOCO Energy recently announced the creation of a sustainability division within its commercial and residential heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) business based in Akron. The new division will focus on working with customers in the installation of energy efficiency heating and cooling units and equipment, energy efficiency consulting, LED lighting and other measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Wed, Apr 22nd 2020 10:05 am
The Niagara County Community College Student Showcase has become an annual tradition, featuring students working with the help of faculty mentors to create projects highlighting every division on campus. In its third year, the showcase was not able to be held on campus due to COVID-19, but that did not stop organizers from pushing forward in a virtual format.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 07:00 pm
Hibbard's Original Frozen Custard is anticipating opening for the 2020 season next week.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 03:55 pm
The full edition of the Island Dispatch.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 03:00 pm
Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul has been tasked with spearheading when and how Western New York will come out of its "New York on PAUSE" restrictions.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 02:40 pm
In a press conference Tuesday morning at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Institute in Buffalo, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced elective outpatient treatments can resume in counties and hospitals without significant risk of COVID-19 surge in the near term.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 02:15 pm
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development on Tuesday announced it is awarding $1.5 million in Partnership and Special Enforcement Effort funds to HUD Fair Housing Assistance Program (FHAP) agencies to support COVID-19 education activities. The funds are being provided through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) of 2020, which President Donald Trump signed into law to provide federal agencies with the resources needed to combat COVID-19.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 01:55 pm
For the Mallwitz family, who have owned Mallwitz's Island Lanes, recreation center and restaurant at 1887 Whitehaven Road for 40 years, "March Madness" is a welcomed revenue stream to accompany its bowling business.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 01:55 pm
Food Network returns with a full lineup of inspiring content featuring Robert Irvine, including new episodes of "Restaurant: Impossible," the return of "Restaurant Impossible: Revisited," and special quarantine editions of "RI," featuring Robert and his wife, former professional Hall of Fame wrestler Gail Kim-Irvine, bringing viewers into their home as they go back to the past and explore some of the most memorable "Restaurant: Impossible" moments over the years.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 01:20 pm
The Village of Lewiston Board of Trustees unanimously approved the fiscal year 2020-21 budget on Monday. Residents will see an 8-cent increase in their property taxes, with a fee of $7.65 per $1,000 of assessed valuation. That equates to $12 more for a homeowner with a $150,000 property.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 12:55 pm
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski on Tuesday announced his office had put a new process in place to help certain Niagara County pistol permit holders to make changes to their permits. The pistol permit office has been closed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 11:40 am
Main Street businesses, entrepreneurs, startups and employees who are wondering "what's next" during these unprecedented times can turn to Niagara Global Tourism Institute's TReC. The business incubator has put into place a number of virtual resources to help business owners navigate through this uncharted territory.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 11:30 am
The Niagara County Department of Health issued the following update on positive COVID-19 cases in Niagara County: "We regrettably report the passing of a 58-year-old female who had underlying health conditions. We extend our deepest sympathy to her family and friends."
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 11:25 am
The stakes have never been higher as the Top 20 perform remotely for a spot in the Top 10 of "American Idol," Sunday, April 26 (8-10 p.m. EDT), on ABC.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 11:25 am
WarnerMedia announced its highly anticipated streaming platform HBO Max will officially launch May 27, and unveiled its slate of premium Max originals that will be available to viewers on day one.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 10:55 am
Congressman Brian Higgins office said that, as the U.S. prepares to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, he is deeply concerned the Environmental Protection Agency's "lax policies" are a threat to the "incredible progress" made to improve Western New York's air and water quality.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 10:55 am
M&T Bank and KeyBank, in partnership with the First Niagara Foundation, have teamed up with Pegula Sports & Entertainment in its direct community aid initiative. PSE began the initiative March 25 in partnership with the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres Foundations. Together, the companies will provide $540,000 to aid front-line workers at Kaleida Health, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) in the local fight against COVID-19.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 10:50 am
The New York State Department of Labor on Monday released a fact sheet outlining how New Yorkers can apply for the COVID-19 pandemic unemployment assistance program and answering the most common questions regarding the federal program. The release of this new resource follows the launch of a new, streamlined unemployment benefits application that will connect New Yorkers with the benefits they deserve faster.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 10:35 am
To more quickly connect Western New Yorkers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to the crucial services they need right now, Catholic Charities of Buffalo on Monday announced the launch of a dedicated COVID-19 helpline. By calling 716-218-1419 between the hours of 8:45 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., one can reach a Catholic Charities staff member about mental health and substance abuse counseling, make arrangements to obtain food from one of the organization's nine food pantries, or seek assistance with housing, utilities or other related basic living needs.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 10:35 am
Join Dr. Mark Gallo, professor in the department of biology and co-chair of the Niagara University sustainability committee, and the Rev. Aidan R. Rooney, C.M., vice president for mission integration, as they discuss Pope Francis' encyclical, "Laudato Si: On Care for our Common Home," at noon Wednesday, April 22.
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Tue, Apr 21st 2020 10:25 am
On Monday, Niagara Falls was illuminated purple for #HospitalityStrong, to honor hospitality industry workers worldwide who have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. The color purple was selected to represent hospitality as not only a symbol of luxury but also as a blend of red and blue which represent confidence (red) and comfort (blue).
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Mon, Apr 20th 2020 09:15 pm
The Erie County Department of Health is updating its criteria for COVID-19 testing to include any person who has symptoms of COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revised its list of COVID-19 symptoms last week to include:
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Mon, Apr 20th 2020 05:05 pm
The Erie County Department of Social Services on Monday announced the receipt of a COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund grant from the Redlich Horowitz Foundation. The department will use the award to support the provision of services to child welfare-involved families while protecting staff and clients from the transmission of COVID-19.
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Mon, Apr 20th 2020 05:00 pm
Lewiston Tops owner Anthony DiMino is adding an email option to the store's home delivery and pickup services. Customers can now email an order to adimino@topsmarket.com.
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Mon, Apr 20th 2020 03:50 pm
Kaleida Health on Monday announced it has once again expanded its laboratory testing capability for COVID-19, adding anyone in the general public who has been deemed symptomatic by their primary care doctor and has received a prescription to obtain testing.
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Mon, Apr 20th 2020 03:40 pm
"We know nursing homes are a sign of concern for us, because the numbers of residents getting sick is going up, and number of positives in the nursing homes are going up. So, it'll allow us to take that hundred and put it towards trying to provide a testing for people who work in assisted living centers, nursing homes. These are people who have symptoms. And it allow us to make sure that we're preventing the spread of the infection through a nursing home or through an assisted living center."
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Mon, Apr 20th 2020 01:55 pm
For health care professionals on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic, practicing mindful self-care - even if for minutes each day - can help with avoiding burnout, says University at Buffalo self-care expert Catherine Cook-Cottone.
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Mon, Apr 20th 2020 01:25 pm
John Syracuse, vice chairman of the Niagara County Legislature, on Monday said golf courses, campgrounds and boat launches in Niagara County are open in full accordance with Gov. Andrew Cuomo's executive orders, as well as guidance from the Niagara County Department of Health.
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Mon, Apr 20th 2020 12:20 pm
With Journey's "Don't Stop Believin' " playing over the hospital's speaker system and staff clapping during a heartfelt sendoff, Catholic Health's COVID-19 treatment facility at St. Joseph Campus discharged its 100th patient over the weekend.
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Mon, Apr 20th 2020 12:15 pm
Stephen Hanse, president and CEO of the New York State Health Facilities Association and the New York State Center for Assisted Living (NYSHFA/NYSCAL), issued the following statement Monday in response to rising number of COVID-19 outbreaks and fatalities in New York's nursing homes and assisted living communities:
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Mon, Apr 20th 2020 12:00 pm
The New York State Department of Labor on Monday announced the launch of a new application for New Yorkers to apply for traditional unemployment insurance or the new COVID-19 pandemic unemployment assistance. This "one-stop-shop" for unemployment benefits will connect New Yorkers with the benefits they deserve faster, without requiring them to call the Department of Labor.
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