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December 3, 2024
Former SmileDirectClub customers may be eligible for a refund
Western NY Observer
December 3, 2024
Today, we made history again with the opening of the first LGBTQ+ museum in the nation at @nyhistory. – Kathy Hochul
Western NY Observer
December 3, 2024
Attorney Michael Connett is probably the world’s expert on fluoridation. His unequaled knowledge and his master skills using discovery and cross-examination of pro-fluoridation “experts,” for the recent #fluorideLawsuit against the EPA, revealed that, despite public claims of safety and efficacy, when put under oath, CDC officials could not prove fluoridation was safe or effective.
Western NY Observer
December 3, 2024
The Rockefeller Institute of Government on Monday released a highly anticipated reassessment of the Foundation Aid formula, the primary formula New York state uses to fund public schools.
Western NY Observer
December 3, 2024
Buffalo recently got a new mayor.But who really runs the city? The rich & powerful, a new report concludes.
Western NY Observer
December 3, 2024
Using the county’s cultural capital grant, the Sardinia Historical Society replaced its building’s roof and completely rebuilt and repainted its interior, restoring it to the same design as when the building was first used as a church in 1829.
Western NY Observer
December 3, 2024
Construction begins on 65 new affordable housing units in Hamburg
Western NY Observer
December 2, 2024
With $1 million funding from New York State & champions from the city council to Congress, we will restore the theater’s historic facade
Western NY Observer
December 2, 2024
Changes coming to long-delayed Elmwood Village five-floor building with 48 residential units $15 million project
Western NY Observer
December 2, 2024
Fluoride ‘Poses a Risk to Human Health’
Western NY Observer
December 2, 2024
Douglas Jemal’s team seeks Planning Board approval for revisions based on “field conditions” and “modifications aimed at enhancing the building’s functionality, aesthetic appeal, and integration into the surrounding area.”
Western NY Observer
December 2, 2024
MS13 gang member from Honduras arrested at the Peace Bridge on November 22nd.
Western NY Observer
December 2, 2024
Farm to table — eating more local foods — is a concept that has been growing for years. But how do you get those foods into school cafeterias and get kids to eat them?
Western NY Observer
December 2, 2024
Officials say the purchase will give Amherst full control of the site and the four softball fields built there by the town for use by the Amherst Girls Softball League.
Western NY Observer
December 1, 2024
While the region’s 19 state legislators spent campaign money on expected costs such as mailings, office rent and fundraising activities, they also spent donor’s money on expenses most New Yorkers pay from their own pockets.
Western NY Observer
November 29, 2024
Venezuelan man wanted out of Colorado arrested at Peace Bridge
Western NY Observer
November 29, 2024
‘What happened to me was horrible’: Survivor of alleged sex abuse wants Catholic Diocese held accountable
Western NY Observer
November 29, 2024
Kensington project balloons in cost to $1.5B
Western NY Observer
November 29, 2024
Niagara County Sheriff’s Office reveals new iris biometric technology in patrol cars
Western NY Observer
November 26, 2024
Cheap Ozempic? How millions of Americans with obesity may get access to costly weight-loss drugs
Western NY Observer
November 26, 2024
N.Y. households paying second highest tort costs
Western NY Observer
November 26, 2024
New York’s SOS program expanding upstate, aims to help homeless
Western NY Observer
November 26, 2024
N.Y. attorney general tours food bank, pushes for more to fight food insecurity
Western NY Observer
November 26, 2024
WNY companies and workers have secured most of the work so far at the stadium. But a lot of out-of-town companies are getting business, too, and team and state officials are refusing to release some key details.
Western NY Observer
November 26, 2024
Today, we proudly cut the ribbon for The Monroe, an $8.4 million rehabilitation project that transformed the iconic Record Theatre complex to 17 affordable apartments and 11,400 square feet of commercial and retail space.
Western NY Observer
November 26, 2024
Buffalo Water has finished sending public notification letters to residents regarding the status of their service lines.
Western NY Observer
November 26, 2024
Higher Paid Family Leave benefits ($313.92) coming to New York in 2025
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November 25, 2024
New York launches NYX Initiative to improve public services. NYX would build trust in a more user-friendly political establishment.
Western NY Observer
November 25, 2024
Hochul signs bills to expand protections in domestic violence cases to include all family and household members
Western NY Observer
November 25, 2024
Sheridan Park Crematory that was closed in 2020 following a pollution control system failure must close within 6 months after signed bill
Western NY Observer
November 25, 2024
NFTA above-ground Metro Rail service resumes for the ghost town that the Rail created.
Western NY Observer
November 24, 2024
‘Without our children, there is no future’: Youth Violence seminar comes to Western New York
Western NY Observer
November 24, 2024
Obesity experts say that roughly 20% of patients — as many as 1 in 5 — may not see robust results with the new medications.
Western NY Observer
November 23, 2024
ICE Buffalo official takes shot at NY Gov Hochul after arrest of wanted illegal immigrant
Western NY Observer
November 23, 2024
Community pushback complicates New York state transition to electric school buses. In 2027, New York state schools will no longer be allowed to purchase diesel buses.
Western NY Observer
November 23, 2024
NY Governor Kathy Hochul posts a rebate link for purchase energy efficient appliances that can only be viewed after signing up for subscription
Western NY Observer
November 22, 2024
Advocates push 5-year free universal childcare plan that COULD ease financial burdens on families and boost the state’s economy.
Western NY Observer
November 22, 2024
No charges filed against juvenile who hit and killed girl in Grand Island
Western NY Observer
November 22, 2024
The payments Western OTB makes to local governments are significantly less this year — in part due to raises for executives, buyouts and the transition to CEO Byron Brown.
Western NY Observer
November 22, 2024
New York faces bilingual teacher shortage amid higher enrollment
Western NY Observer
November 22, 2024
State lawmakers next session want to strengthen laws prohibiting PFAS, or the “forever chemicals” that have been found to poison ground and drinking water — and electeds on both sides of the aisle are on board.
Western NY Observer
November 22, 2024
ERO Buffalo arrested an unlawfully present Brazilian national with a final order of removal. The noncitizen has pending local charges for strangulation and endangering the welfare of a child. He is also under investigation in Brazil for several crimes including homicide.
Western NY Observer
November 22, 2024
Kathy Hochul- Keeping New York families safe has been my top priority since day one.
Western NY Observer
November 22, 2024
Kenmore Police arrested two people after an investigation into an alleged illicit massage parlor known as Candy Spa.
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
New York doubles funding to $8 million for local government efficiency projects
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
An $8.3 million state-of-the-art new police training center has opened in Niagara County.
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
The City of Buffalo has said it is committed to keeping fluoride in the water supply despite impending recommendations from incoming Health ad Human Services secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that it be taken out.
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
GlobalFoundries to receive $1.5B federal grant for chip manufacturing
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Wyoming County man Shayne Hildreth pleads guilty to transportation of child pornography
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Lockport approves scenic byway project to highlight Underground Railroad
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Over $9M approved by City of Buffalo for legal settlements
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Unfinished $40 million Canalside project continues to face scrutiny with fate uncertain
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Erie County Sheriff reviewing options following a $700M cost estimate for a new jail
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Niagara Falls buys Rapids Theatre out of foreclosure, nears deal for 38 other properties
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Recent budgets dedicated $1 billion to overhaul the state’s mental health system over the next several years. Recent budgets dedicated $1 billion to overhaul the state’s mental health system.
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Recent budgets dedicated $1 billion to overhaul the state’s mental health system over the next several years. Recent budgets dedicated $1 billion to overhaul the state’s mental health system.
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Pete Gallivan shares his story of surviving clergy sex abuse
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Conservationists encourage Hochul to purchase, conserve Whitney Park in Adirondacks, which had a $180 million price tag in August.
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Councilmembers disappointed that Rescue Plan funds of $41 million could be used for budget gaps, again
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Kathy Hochul is proud to stand with our city colleagues and add a $1 billion state commitment for affordable housing in New York City
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Buffalo Water Board Chair and Sewer Authority GM O.J. McFoy liked to leave the Buffalo area often when he was in charge of those agencies.
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
When it comes to the need for a helicopter, Erie County Sheriff John Garcia still seeks to make a convincing argument.
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Higher-than-expected cost estimates put project at Batavia Downs on hold.
Western NY Observer
November 21, 2024
Eighteen nonprofits and local governments have been awarded $40 million from the state to help rehabilitate vacant and distressed apartments and convert them into affordable homes.
Western NY Observer
November 20, 2024
Buffalo man Rashaun Crule charged with selling fentanyl resulting in 2 deaths
Western NY Observer
November 19, 2024
Starpoint superintendent Sean Croft returns to school for first time since DWI arrest
Western NY Observer
November 19, 2024
24-year-old Ahmed Yaqoob from the Rochester area is facing charges accused of raping two young girls in Western New York.
Western NY Observer
November 19, 2024
Study finds cities dole out tax breaks through a bureaucratic system that fails to readily disclose the value of tax breaks or who is receiving them.
Western NY Observer
November 19, 2024
Historic Buffalo Cocorida Cemetery on Walden Avenue in Buffalo to receive $38,353 grant to cover improvements
Western NY Observer
November 18, 2024
Lockport man, 52-year-old Gerard Dzierzanowski faces child pornography charges
Western NY Observer
November 17, 2024
Over 45 miles of new greenway trail constructed, NYS report shows. Must click on 3 links to get to the funding information.
Western NY Observer
November 17, 2024
Providence Farm Collective opens new barn for preparing produce
Western NY Observer
November 15, 2024
Stabbing at Amherst Red Roof Inn housing migrants also raises questions on relocation plan after DocGo, which was originally hired by New York City in a controversial $432 million contract to relocate migrants upstate will cease those shelter operations and support work at local hotels by year’s end. In addition, the New York State Department of Military Affairs says state National Guard troops, funded by state tax dollars for extra security, have been largely phased out at the hotels.
Western NY Observer
November 15, 2024
State comptroller report outlines threats to New York’s farms. Volatile commodity prices, labor pressures and extreme weather have caused unpredictability for farmers.
Western NY Observer
November 15, 2024
Stabilizing the Buffalo Central Terminal for future use – after sitting dormant for years, a 10-year $300 million project is underway.
Western NY Observer
November 15, 2024
25-year-old Cora Waddington, Falconer woman pleads guilty to sex trafficking charge
Western NY Observer
November 14, 2024
On Monday night, 40-year-old Terrence Wyatt was killed after a man struck him with a car on Delaware Street in the city of Tonawanda. Now, his family is calling for justice.
Western NY Observer
November 13, 2024
Judge rules challenge to New York’s bulletproof vest ban can proceed
Western NY Observer
November 13, 2024
Incoming Seneca Nation president discusses casino compact negotiations.
Western NY Observer
November 13, 2024
Incoming Seneca Nation president discusses casino compact negotiations.
Western NY Observer
November 13, 2024
As concerns over higher bills continue for NYSEG customers with smart meters, National Grid is rolling out similar technology for its customers in WNY. National Grid – It “should” stay normal.
Western NY Observer
November 13, 2024
23-year-old migrant woman who was bused to the area from New York City arraigned after allegedly stabbing juvenile and two others at Red Roof Inn in Amherst
Western NY Observer
November 12, 2024
Chemung County releases negative rabies test results regarding Peanut the squirrel and Fred the raccoon almost 3 weeks
Western NY Observer
November 12, 2024
Former Congressman Lee Zeldin has been chosen by President-Elect Donald Trump to head the Environmental Protection Agency.
Western NY Observer
November 12, 2024
A Buffalo mother’s plea for help to keep children and teens out of trouble
Western NY Observer
November 11, 2024
Kamala Harris may have won New York, but the state was much redder this cycle than it was four years ago.With the exception of Erie County, Western New York swung for Trump. Again.
Western NY Observer
November 11, 2024
Ashley Bertino charged in murder of 12-year-old child in Chautauqua County this past August. Investigators are not releasing any additional details about the victim or how the child died.
Western NY Observer
November 9, 2024
The Partnership for the Public Good, a community-based think tank are looking to change the way some 911 calls are handled, instead having teams of social workers and mental health professionals tasked with showing up to non-criminal 911 calls.
Western NY Observer
November 9, 2024
The Partnership for the Public Good, a community-based think tank are looking to change the way some 911 calls are handled, instead having teams of social workers and mental health professionals tasked with showing up to non-criminal 911 calls.
Western NY Observer
November 9, 2024
‘Hundreds of thousands of dollars’: Outdoor gun range owner concerned with cost of proposed NYS financially unrealistic mandates
Western NY Observer
November 9, 2024
Trump’s chief of staff pick has ties to former New York congressman Jack Kemp back in the 70s
Western NY Observer
November 8, 2024
Man sentenced by Judge Andrew LoTempio to only 5 years for fatal arson that killed girlfriend’s mother over a month after sustaining burns and smoke inhalation. The victims family requested the maximum sentence of 25 years in prison.
Western NY Observer
November 8, 2024
Trump’s election could increase likelihood Buffalo Tops mass supermarket shooter Payton Gendron is executed
Western NY Observer
November 7, 2024
New York Democrats lose supermajority status in the state Senate
Western NY Observer
November 7, 2024
Kamala Harris won New York. But in doing so, she won 1 million fewer votes than past Democratic candidates Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton.The takeaway? New York remains solidly blue, but it grew redder on Tuesday.
Western NY Observer
November 7, 2024
Buffalo mayor’s brother dies in hunting accident
Western NY Observer
November 7, 2024
Buffalo’s Veterans One-stop Center to receive more than $1.5 in new funding to support suicide prevention efforts
Western NY Observer
November 7, 2024
Police: Lockport man 46-year-old Nathaniel Devries had child porn and multiple illegal guns
Western NY Observer
November 7, 2024
Kathy Hochul shares link to website to protect our communities against hate by reporting a hate or bias incident days after calling GOP voters ‘anti-American’ and ‘anti-women,’
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