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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 · 13h

The US Sun

Motorists risk getting towed and $25 fine under parking ban – you need to watch the hours

DRIVERS can face tickets for violating a new parking ban in one US city. Residents are encouraged to be aware of specific hours that the parking ban will be in effect. New York, a new parking ban is set to begin on December 1, throughout the village. On Thursday, the...

Kenmore, NY · 2d

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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

buffalorising.com

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.

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WKBW 7 News Buffalo

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

wnypapers.com

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Small Business Saturday: Savor the flavor of BBQ at Dick & Jenny's

Take a moment, close your eyes, and visualize the restaurant that would go on to win the “Best Barbecue” and “Best Fries” awards in the annual “Savory Summer” food contest. One of the last restaurants you probably would have visualized in your mind would...

Grand Island, NY · 1d

Idyllic Pursuit

Schwabl’s Traces Its Beef on Weck Back to 1837. 7 Places to Try Buffalo’s Other Famous Sandwich

Buffalo gets credit for the chicken wing, but locals will tell you the city’s real...

Buffalo, NY · 15h

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 […]

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Mississippi Sports Group

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.

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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

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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Buffalo's East Side Farm Marks 10 Years With Barnraiser Bash at Kleinhans

Buffalo's food and music communities are joining forces next week to help a two-acre urban farm on the East Side build something it's never had: a permanent roof over its head. Groundwork Market Garden and its nonprofit partner Fare Share WNY will host Food For All: A 10-Year Celebration & Barnraiser at Kleinhans Music Hall on Friday, November 20, running from 6 to 10 p.m., with organizers hoping to raise funds toward a new community barn pavilion at the farm.

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Professional Plastics Acquires Buffalo's Plastic Systems

Professional Plastics Inc., a distributor and fabricator of high-performance plastics, has announced the acquisition of Plastic Systems Inc., a Buffalo-area manufacturer specializing in thermoformed plastic components. Plastic Systems was acquired from Innovative Concepts in Entertainment, Inc. (ICE) and will operate as a division of Professional Plastics, further strengthening the company's...

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

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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

WBEN 930AM

Deer population rising, leading to concerns of car-deer crashes

New York State Police is advising drivers to not swerve

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News 4 Buffalo

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 · 4h

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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.

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