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Buffalo Union Leaders Warn New Medicaid Work Rules Could Swamp ERs

Union health care workers and local leaders gathered at 1199 SEIU offices in Buffalo Tuesday to sound the alarm over federal Medicaid changes they say could strip coverage from thousands of Western New Yorkers starting in January. The new guidelines will require many Medicaid recipients to work at least 80 hours a month beginning in January, according to the report, and advocates fear the paperwork burden alone could push vulnerable patients out of the system.

Buffalo, NY · 9d
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Former Buffalo school to become winter Code Blue shelter

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — A former Buffalo school building is set to become a winter weather shelter for people experiencing homelessness. Erie County has already approved the deal, but a Buffalo lawmaker is raising concerns. Starting November 1, Erie County is entering into a multi-year lease-agreement with Ellicott Development...

Buffalo, NY · 11d
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New York Weather Winter 2026/27: Freezing Temps Put Home Pipes at Risk in Buffalo

New York homeowners are being encouraged to protect exposed plumbing, outdoor faucets and other vulnerable areas before colder winter temperatures become more persistent.

Buffalo, NY · 6d

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Home Energy Assistance Program opens Monday, Nov. 2

First day for applications is Nov. 2; residents encouraged to apply online. Submitted on behalf of the Erie County Department of Social Services. Applications for Home Energy Assistance Program regular benefits will be accepted beginning Monday, Nov. 2. The Erie County Department of Social Services is strongly encouraging applicants to apply online or to utilize remote channels to apply. As in previous years, interested applicants are encouraged to apply sooner rather than later.

Erie County, NY · 8d
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Get Out the Vote rallies hosted across WNY

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — With Nov. 1 marking the final day of early voting in New York, both Democratic and Republican leaders held Get Out the Vote rallies across Erie County on Saturday. In Depew, the Lancaster Democratic Committee was joined by Erie County Democratic Party Chair Jeremy Zellner and Erie County Democratic candidates. “There […]

Erie County, NY · 7d

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Erie County early voting total nears 90,000 with 1 day remaining

The Erie County Board of Elections on Saturday released the Day 8 total for general election early voting. There were 9,829 ballots cast on the eighth day of early voting across Erie County ahead of Tuesday's general election, according to the board of elections commissioners, Ralph Mohr and Howard J. Johnson Jr.

Erie County, NY · 7d

News 4 Buffalo

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WNY party leaders offer final message for voters ahead of election

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Western New Yorkers will soon hit the polls to choose who they want to serve in a number of positions from the local level all the way up to Congress. “There’s a real enthusiasm to fire Kathy Hochul in this election, and Western New York is the center of that activity,” […]

Erie County, NY · 6d

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Today in Local Music and Community: Sunday November 1, 2026

Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Jacob Jay at Jazzboline Restaurant & Bar. 9am – 230pm. The Chillbillys at The Gin Mill, Ellicottville NY. 10am. TJ Zindle at Hamburg Brewing Company....

Buffalo, NY · 7d

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Kids get hands-on experience voting in mock elections at early voting sites

BUFFALO, N.Y. — With Election Day looming, races are tightening, and tensions are hitting their peak. But as early voting wrapped up on Sunday, a much-overlooked election demographic was hitting the polls: kids. At select early voting sites across the country, youngsters exercised their civic duty (even though it’s...

Erie County, NY · 6d

2 On Your Side

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Flavortown comes to Highmark Stadium

Buffalo, NY · 6d

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South Buffalo neighbors divided over future of historic Eden Street brick road

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — A plan to pave a nearly century-old brick street in South Buffalo is on hold after neighbors raised concerns about preserving the roadway. On Eden Street, some neighbors think the red brick is an attractive part of the neighborhood, but it has deteriorated. "I do...

Buffalo, NY · 9d

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Global manufacturer opens $319M facility in Genesee County

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Construction is complete on a multimillion-dollar facility in Genesee County for global manufacturer Edwards Vacuum, which officials say will help strengthen the state's semiconductor supply chain. The $319 million manufacturing facility is located in the Town of Alabama. Leaders said it has the capacity to produce...

Genesee County, NY · 10d

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North Tonawanda delays overnight parking ban, other towns holding firm to Nov. 1 start date

With fair fall weather hanging around Western New York, some towns and cities have pushed back the star of their overnight winter parking bans. North Tonawanda Mayor Austin Tylec made the announcement Tuesday that the city will start their overnight parking ban on December 1, rather than the posted November 1 date.

North Tonawanda, NY · 11d

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Buffalo business owner expands with new restaurant despite ongoing Main Street construction woes

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — As a long-term construction project reshapes Buffalo's Main Street, some small businesses are struggling, but one owner is defying the trend by expanding. The $54 million federally funded project to allow cars to share Main Street with the train is set to continue until 2028....

Buffalo, NY · 8d

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WNY Outdoors: Top 5 Dog-Friendly Parks in WNY

Fall is in full swing, and there are plenty of local spots to visit with your furry friend to enjoy the crisp, refreshing weather. In the City of Good Neighbors, we love our four-legged friends!. If you’re looking to spend quality time getting some exercise with your beloved dog, we...

Buffalo, NY · 9d

We are Buffalo

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Buffalo Opens Two Community Healing Spaces On The East Side This November

Buffalo is opening two new mental health spaces on the east side this November, offering counseling and support to residents still healing from the 2022 mass shooting that took ten lives in the Kingsley neighborhood.

Buffalo, NY · 10d

106.5 WYRK

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There Are Plenty Of Things Happening This Weekend To Keep You Busy In Western New York

Check out some of the best events happening this weekend in Western New York

New York · 9d

106.5 WYRK

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Former Police Station On Louisiana Street To Become Home To Buffalo's Largest Animal Shelter

After years of delays, Buffalo is building a new animal shelter on Louisiana Street. The 30 million dollar project will replace the current crumbling facility and give hundreds of animals proper care.

Buffalo, NY · 8d

News 4 Buffalo

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Buffalo’s new animal shelter set to be on Louisiana Street

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A former police precinct in Buffalo’s Old First Ward may become the city’s answer to its longstanding animal shelter dilemma. Mayor Sean Ryan announced plans for a new Buffalo Animal Shelter on Thursday at 294 Louisiana St. as part of a $30 million project. The plan will need approval from the […]

Buffalo, NY · 10d