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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

Country Herald

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New York Porch Pirate Warning as Holidays Near in Buffalo, Rochester

Thanksgiving and Christmas shopping bring more deliveries to Buffalo, Rochester and communities across New York.

Buffalo, NY · 4d

buffalorising.com

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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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News 4 Buffalo

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Seasonal parking regulations to take effect in Buffalo Nov. 15

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan has one message for residents ahead of the upcoming winter: “Don’t be a block blocker.” He’s urging drivers to follow parking rules so snow plows can easily access narrow side streets. “We all know how challenging winters can be in Buffalo, especially on side streets and narrow […]

Buffalo, 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

spectrumlocalnews.com

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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

herald-courier.com

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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

News 4 Buffalo

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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 · 9h

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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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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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'Means more to the kids': County funds save Niagara Falls' after-school 4-H Club

NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WKBW) — The 4-H Club at Abate Elementary School in Niagara Falls was in danger of shutting down. Now, county funding has come in to keep it going and even expand. Within just a few years, what started as a class project for Brittany Costa's third...

Niagara Falls, NY · 1d

WBEN 930AM

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Pat Chuldzinski concedes State Assembly race

New York State Assemblyman Pat Chludzinski has conceded in his bid for a second term in Albany representing the 143rd Assembly district. The Republican incumbent will give up his seat for Democratic challenger Ryan Taughrin come January. Read more from WBEN:

Cheektowaga, NY · 4d

WKBW 7 News Buffalo

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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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Flu season hits New York earlier than ever, with influenza A dominating cases

NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) — Flu season is already underway across New York, and health care workers say this year’s early start is raising concerns as the holiday season approaches. New York has declared influenza prevalent earlier than ever before. At Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, staff began seeing flu cases in the first week […]

New York · 4d

96.1 The Eagle

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New York Wants to Put a Stop to Crazy Stadium Food Prices

$12 for a hot dog and $14 for a beer? Lawmakers want to put limits on food prices at stadiums and concert venues.

New York · 2d

News 4 Buffalo

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Erie County signs property tax break for disabled veterans

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Ahead of Veteran’s Day, Erie County passed a tax break into law that would relieve permanently disabled veterans of paying their county property tax. The Erie County Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption Act passed unanimously in the Erie County Legislature and was signed into law by County Executive Mark Poloncarz on […]

Erie County, NY · 4d

westseneca.org

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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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Grand Island schools celebrate veterans

Story and photos by Senior Contributing Writer Alice Gerard. Students and teachers lined the hallways of Veronica Connor Middle School and Grand Island High School on Monday to celebrate veterans, active-duty military and their families, as they marched from the middle school’s library to the Grand Viking Theater in the high school. They made cards for the veterans and they waved flags and placards in the hallways.

Grand Island, NY · 2d