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Revised Plans Submitted for Towne Gardens Plaza Replacement

BFC Partners has reworked redevelopment plans for the Towne Gardens Plaza site at William and Jefferson Avenue on the near East Side. The previously-approved two phase project with 310 residential units and 30,000 square feet of commercial and community space featuring a seven-story building. BFC is now proposing for a first phase of 149 units in a five-story building replacing the existing retail building on the site and an undefined second phase that would be built along the Jefferson Avenue frontage. A McDonald’s at the William/Jefferson corner under separate ownership will remain.

Buffalo, NY · 1d
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USDA announces potential changes to SNAP, drawing criticism from New Yorkers

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The United States Department of Agriculture recently proposed a change to how households can qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. If enacted, it will limit eligibility for families who automatically received SNAP because of their enrollment in other programs, a process known as categorical eligibility. Instead of being able to qualify for multiple programs with one application, families might have to interview for each one separately.

New York · 2d
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Wayfair latest national retailer to announce Amherst location

Wayfair latest national retailer to announce Amherst location

Amherst, NY · 1d

News 4 Buffalo

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New York proposes bill allowing for sick leave to care for pets

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A bill was introduced in the New York State Senate that, if passed, would allow employees to take paid time off work to care for pets. The bill, introduced by New York City assemblyman Manny De Los Santos (D), is summarized as “allows employees to receive paid sick leave for the […]

New York · 2d

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Western N.Y. behavioral health center offers 24/7 care, even on holidays

BestSelf opened its 24/7 BestResponse Crisis Intensive Stabilization Center in January 2026 and has been serving the Western New York community since then. The center offers 24/7 mental health counseling, medication management and crisis services for those experiencing symptoms of mental health crises. "There has never been something like this...

Allegany County, NY · 1d

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Amherst Dispensary Finally Opens After Years of Delay, Joins Growing Market

A new cannabis dispensary has settled into Getzville. Northtowns Cannabis, located at 2353 Millersport Highway, is a licensed adult-use dispensary. The shop's arrival lands amid a statewide cannabis market that keeps expanding even as some of its earliest hopefuls are still stuck waiting for approval. Northtowns Cannabis was founded by...

Amherst, NY · 12h

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Mississippi State’s Madison Francis heads home for Buffalo game

The Bulldogs are scheduled to play Saturday in Buffalo, about 20 minutes from Francis’ hometown of Lancaster, New York. Coach Sam Purcell said he tries to schedule games near players’ hometowns so they can reconnect with family and inspire young fans.

Buffalo, NY · 2d

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New Allentown bar to pay homage to The Old Pink

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — A new dive bar is set to open in Buffalo's Allentown and will pay homage to The Old Pink through late nights, music and a one-sandwich menu. The bar, Damaged Goods, is named after a song by the post-punk band Gang of Four. It is the latest from Mike Shatzel, a seasoned veteran of Buffalo's bar and restaurant industry.

Buffalo, NY · 2d

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Buffalo’s Food & Music Community Comes Together for Food For All 2026

Food For All 2026 fundraising celebration at Kleinhans Music Hall will support a new community barn pavilion on Buffalo’s East Side. Ten years ago, Mayda Pozantides and Anders Gunnersen started growing food on Buffalo’s East Side. Today, Groundwork Market Garden is a USDA Certified Organic urban farm that grows thousands of pounds of food a year, and it has become a widely recognized and essential community hub. There’s a farmers market, with education programs, and partnerships with local food businesses. It’s everything that the community dreamed that it could be, and more.

Buffalo, NY · 1d

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WNY hospitals respond to increase in flu cases and hospitalizations

As flu activity increases across New York, local hospitals are taking steps to protect patients and limit the spread of respiratory illnesses.

New York · 2d

News 4 Buffalo

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Challenges remain for travelers, airlines after ground stop is lifted

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Federal Aviation Administration lifted a national ground stop Friday night that was issued for all flights earlier in the day, allowing departures to resume. However, more challenges are likely as major airlines continue to work on rescheduling flights for passengers. This is a particularly unique situation for airlines operating across […]

Buffalo, NY · 1d

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Buffalo Bat Habitat awarded $393,000 grant to protect bat colony in Ripley

RIPLEY, N.Y. (WKBW) — Since 2024, the Buffalo Bat Habitat has made it its mission to protect our bat population. Now, a nearly $400,000 grant is making that mission a little easier. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) awarded the $393,942 Open Space Conservation Grant to...

Ripley, NY · 1d

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Overnight winter parking bans delayed across WNY

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Several municipalities throughout Western New York have announced that they will be delaying overnight winter parking bans. Delays have been announced until Dec. 1 for West Seneca, Lancaster, East Aurora, North Tonawanda, the Town of Tonawanda, Kenmore, and Depew. The town of Cheektowaga also announced a delay through Nov. 15. “Working […]

Buffalo, NY · 6h

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Chamber selects Cheri Forsythe as new executive director

West Seneca resident Cheri Forsythe will become executive director of the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce beginning Jan. 1, 2027. Forsythe currently serves as community development coordinator, a position she has held for the past five years. She will replace current Executive Director Joe Kirchmyer, who will be retiring at the end of December after eight years of service.

West Seneca, NY · 2d

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Erie County working to improve behavioral health crisis response

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Erie County is working to improve the way it responds to behavioral health crises, as the Crisis to Care Collaborative shares its progress, community-driven changes and priorities moving forward. The countywide initiative brings together 34 partners from public safety, behavioral health, health care, government and...

Erie County, NY · 1d

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Local plasterers union launches pre-apprenticeship program at former Junior's Truck Stop in Niagara Falls

Local plasterers union launches pre-apprenticeship program at former Junior's Truck Stop in Niagara Falls

Buffalo, NY · 2d

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Holiday Sip and Shop supports Kenan Center

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Rustic Buffalo’s three-day Holiday Sip & Shop event continued Saturday at the Kenan Center in Lockport, not only giving attendees a chance to get started on holiday shopping, but to help support the center. Hosted in the Center’s new Civic Arena, the event features more than 250 local artisans, as well […]

Lockport, NY · 3h

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Where the Bands Are: Live music in WNY & concert news

(REMINDER: these listings are curated and definitely not intended to list ALL the live music out there! If you have a cool concert or interesting event, email info and links to jeffmiersmusic@gmail.com to be considered for inclusion in Where the Bands Are. Thanks!) Hello, music lovers. It’s that “most wonderful...

Buffalo, NY · 2d

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Erie County motorists need to prepare for winter driving

The following is a guest column from Erie County Clerk Michael Kearns:. As temperatures drop and winter approaches Western New York, it’s time for motorists to prepare for the challenges of driving in Erie County. We all hope for a mild winter, but anyone who has lived here long enough knows how quickly conditions can change. One day the roads are clear, and the next, lake-effect snow, freezing rain, ice and poor visibility can make driving dangerous.

Erie County, NY · 2d

Timeless Dishes

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Cheerios Adds a Resealable Ziploc PantrySeal Bag Inside the Box, Made in Buffalo, New York

Cheerios and Ziploc introduced the first resealable bag inside a traditional cereal box on Oct. 27. The boxes are made in Buffalo, New York, and sold first on Walmart.com. The post Cheerios Adds a Resealable Ziploc PantrySeal Bag Inside the Box, Made in Buffalo, New York appeared first on Timeless Dishes .

Buffalo, NY · 11h