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City officials respond to disabled activists’ protest at flag raising ceremony
An official in Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown’s office addressed “the concerns raised by disabled activists” at a Disability Pride flag raising ceremony, but stopped short of apologizing for what one activist called an “insulting and disrespectful” decision. Several disabled advocates left Wednesday’s ceremony in Niagara...
NFTA construction update: Certain rail lines are back in service
BUFFALO, N.Y. — NFTA rail lines are opening back up. In a Facebook post, the NFTA shared that they have updated some of their active rail lines. The Metro Rail is back to traveling inbound and outbound between their University and Canalside stations. The train will be on the outbound track.
Forest Lawn shares an Olympic connection
BUFFALO, N.Y. — As the 2024 Olympics kick off in Paris many local places are sharing their connections to the popular games. Forest Lawn shared in a social media post made on Friday ahead of the opening ceremonies that an Olympic athlete rests on their grounds. In the post...
Former Sabres quickly found work as free agents this summer
In past offseasons, it sometimes took former Buffalo Sabres time to find work. Some went overseas or returned to the minors. Some never played in the NHL again. But earlier this month, seven players from the 2023-24 squad quickly signed NHL contracts as free agents. Some updates are below. –...
JetBlue Making It Easier For Florida Fins Fans To See Their Team In Buffalo
Whether you're a Miami Dolphins fan or a member of the 'Bills Mafia,' you'll soon find easier ways to see both teams play each other in New York. JetBlue has announced that they are going to offer nonstop service to Buffalo beginning October 26th, just one week before Miami heads to Highmark Stadium to take on the Bills November 3rd. There will be three flights a week during the winter season.
Party At The Pier To Raise Money For FeedMore WNY
Coming up on August 1st, you can party at the Pier and help raise money for all the programs that FeedMore WNY runs across Western New York. Party at the Pier is one of FeedMore WNY's biggest fundraisers and it will take place on Thursday, August 1st from 6- 9 pm at Buffalo River Fest Park, 249 Ohio St. in Buffalo.
'A problem we can solve:' More affordable housing is coming to Buffalo
NEW YORK — More high-quality, affordable housing is coming to Buffalo. State Senator Sean Ryan announced the first step of ‘The City of Good Neighborhoods’ plan to build safe and affordable rental units statewide. $40 million in the state budget was established in New York’s Vacant Rental Improvement Program to create more affordable rental properties for low-income families, notes the Senator’s Office.
Brandon Beane updates Micah Hyde’s status from Bills training camp
The door remains open for Micah Hyde, according to Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane. The Bills GM spoke via video conference at the start of 2024 training camp. Hyde is still not present summer workouts, but it’s still an option for him as far as Beane is concerned. After lingering neck injuries, the 33-year-old safety is considering hanging it up and retiring. However, he has not officially done so yet. Beane said Hyde is “staying ready,” but it does not sound like Hyde intends on returning to football just yet. Hyde noted this offseason that if he does come back to the NFL, it will be only be in Buffalo. Beane’s full thoughts on Hyde’s status can be found in the clip below: https://billswire.usatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/65/2024/07/beane-hyde-Made-with-Clipchamp.mp4 RelatedBills' Sean McDermott provides update on potential defensive play callingMarquez Valdes-Scantling approves of Josh Allen funPFF: Bills' Rasul Douglas, Taron Johnson named among top-32 cornerbacks in the NFL
Buffalo man who led OSHP on I-271 chase sentenced to 10-11.5 years in prison
MEDINA, Ohio — Ali Esaleh, the man who led Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers on a chase last spring on I-271 after allegedly pulling a gun on a mechanic, has been sentenced. Medina County Common Pleas Court Judge Joyce Kimbler sentenced Esaleh to 10-11.5 years in prison, with 435...
Winning Take 5 ticket sold in WNY
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Western New York has another lottery winner. The New York State Lottery announced Friday there were multiple top-prize winners for the July 25, 2024 TAKE 5 evening drawing. One of the tickets was sold right here in WNY. A prize-winning ticket worth $16,759 was sold at...
As complaints mount, Council President suggests city create its own ambulance service
AMR is the primary ambulance provider in Buffalo. They have been operating without a contract since March 2021. Many city lawmakers have received reports of ambulances showing up over an hour late, or not showing up at all. More from WBEN:
Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper: Scajaquada’s Community Discussions
It has been a year since we received funding to develop a watershed-wide restoration plan for Scajaquada Creek (learn more). In 2023, we began this work alongside local partner organizations to build a Community Advisory Group that is representative of the diverse and unique communities throughout the watershed to guide this project. Our goal is to raise public awareness of this local watershed and create a restoration plan for Scajaquada Creek that is driven by community input and uplifts the needs and concerns of those most impacted by the creek.
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