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Buffalo: 11th ‘NY Run For The Fallen’ ends 150-mile journey in Buffalo | June 15
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Buffalo hosted the 11th annual NY Run For The Fallen, a 150-mile event honoring fallen soldiers, while city officials announced rebates for energy re-sellers to lower summer utility costs. The Smithsonian Institution also partnered with Buffalo’s African American community to preserve local history through archival projects and education.
Buffalo: Buffalo Police arrest 2 after foot chase leads to gun recovery | June 14
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Buffalo police made an arrest following a high-speed foot chase on the East Side involving a recovered firearm, while the North Aud Block development at Canalside faces scrutiny over its affordable housing plans. The Local Wire also covers the passing of 99-year-old Clarence Center resident Coleman Volgenau and the appointment of James M. McDonald as head of the New York federal prosecutor’s office.
Buffalo: Buffalo to receive $70 million in state aid | June 13
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Buffalo received $70 million in state aid, with $24 million going to FeedMore WNY to expand food programs, and Governor Kathy Hochul emphasized affordability efforts. Bradley Chubb, a former NFL star, is leading his new team to a championship, boosting Buffalo's sports scene.
Buffalo: Families urge state aid for medically fragile children in New York. | June 12
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Buffalo officials announced the sale of four downtown parking ramps for mixed-use redevelopment as part of a plan to boost economic growth and improve public transportation access. The city also welcomed Molina Healthcare’s new Community Services Center, offering free health screenings and wellness programs to address local health disparities.
Buffalo: Measles case reemerges in Erie County | June 11
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Buffalo officials confirm a second measles case since 2018, urging vaccination updates ahead of the school year, while state funding boosts Buffalo’s Gun Violence Prevention efforts and the city prepares for World Cup watch parties.
Buffalo: Buffalo Schools Take Steps to Safeguard Students in Heat | June 10
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Buffalo schools are boosting safety measures amid rising temperatures, focusing on hydration and heat monitoring, while the city gears up for FIFA World Cup watch parties and Juneteenth celebrations featuring D’Mott at the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus.
Buffalo: Homeowners warned about costly summer scams | June 09
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Buffalo authorities warn homeowners about summer home improvement scams targeting residents with fake contracts, while the city prepares for the rare visit of Union Pacific’s Big Boy steam locomotive to the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus. Highmark Stadium is hiring for summer events and a new report reveals ongoing challenges in New York public school integration despite progress since the 1970s.
Buffalo: Summer heatwave hits WNY as temperatures soar | June 08
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Buffalo braces for a summer-like heatwave with temperatures hitting the 80s, prompting officials to urge caution during humid conditions. The city also highlights Buffalo Pride's new LGBTQ+ youth initiatives and Cap City Runners' participation in the Breaking the Balance Project.
Buffalo: Buffalo legend Gerry Meehan passes away at 79 | June 07
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Buffalo mourns the loss of legendary Sabres icon Gerry Meehan while a new library archive preserves the city's gay liberation history. A centenarian's milestone and rising real estate activity in Erie County also dominate local headlines.
Buffalo: Buffalo Man Indicted in Family Tragedy | June 06
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Buffalo: A Cheektowaga man has been indicted for fatally shooting his wife, two children, and a neighbor in a June 3 incident. State officials are considering a moratorium on AI data centers amid environmental concerns, while advocates push for stricter penalties against sex trafficking of minors.
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