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Amateur human. First-time adult. Reporter for The Buffalo News.
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The New York Times
5 days ago
Breaking News: A federal judge ordered immigration agents not to retaliate against people engaging in peaceful protests in Minnesota, among other restrictions.
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Judge Restricts Immigration Agentsâ Actions Toward Minnesota Protesters
A federal judge ordered agents not to retaliate against people âengaging in peaceful and unobstructive protest activityâ in the state and not to stop drivers who are not âforcibly obstructingâ officers.
https://nyti.ms/3NhLRjf
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Sandra Tan
5 days ago
The Erie County Legislature wanted to make it easier for women and minority-owned businesses to be awarded county contracts. The county spent nearly $481,000 on a study to figure that out three years ago. So why isn't it done yet? That story:
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Erie County study costing $481,000 finally to be released â long after first requested and paid for
It has taken more than three years to deliver a costly Erie County disparity study that was supposed to take 12 months. But county leaders say it's finally ready.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/article_e78305aa-27a4-4cfb-b9f7-7ecc8a73ebab.html
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Wegmans - consistently a "Great Place to Work," is threatening that title with its use of bioemetric surveillance that monitors workers, Forbes suggests
www.forbes.com/sites/janice...
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The Wegmans Debate And The Rise Of Surveillance In Workplaces
Wegmansâ biometric data practices point to a larger surveillance shift, raising urgent questions about privacy, equity, and the future of work.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/janicegassam/2026/01/13/the-wegmans-debate-and-the-rise-of-surveillance-in-workplaces/
7 days ago
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In case you missed it, new bumps in the road for Amherst's planned town center.
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Macy's closing will make Boulevard Mall redevelopment even harder
Now that Macy's is closing its Boulevard Mall store, it throws a wrench into plans to transform the sprawling property into a town center, a planned walkable community with retail and residential offe...
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_45108ed3-4033-4d6c-83d9-cb0a8ea9337a.html
9 days ago
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It's not clear what this will do to Benderson's plans for a town center and they declined to comment as they don't yet own the mall.
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Macy's to close at Boulevard Mall in Amherst
Macy's is closing its store in the Boulevard Mall in February, leaving just its Walden Galleria location for a department store chain that once had a big presence in Western New York.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_5e7b51c5-7095-4a66-8865-5025bf642730.html#tracking-source=home-top-story
12 days ago
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Biometric data collection happens all over New York, and not just at Wegmans. Here's what all the fuss is about.
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Why are people so fired up about biometrics?
Wegmans is facing a growing backlash after confirming Tuesday that it uses biometric data in some of its stores. But what is biometrics and why should shoppers care?
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_9e394d84-2a32-4ba8-874d-e7e6f07bb9f6.html
12 days ago
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Texas Freedom to Read Project
14 days ago
Remember when they told us they were only interested in removing (ie censoring) books that are âobsceneâ and âharmfulâ to children? They lied. đ
add a skeleton here at some point
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The fallout from Wegmans' biometric data collection disclosure continues.
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Poloncarz calls for laws regulating biometric data use in Erie County
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz is pushing for a county law that would regulate the use of biometrics by stores and businesses, days after reports that Wegmans was using the technology at a store...
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_64f6bf1a-ac8f-4d53-ac28-bef444bcbe71.html#tracking-source=home-top-story
14 days ago
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MuckRock
14 days ago
Recently,
@freedom.press
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@404media.co
obtained a data-sharing agreement between the Department of Homeland Security and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that would include ICE receiving the personal data of nearly 80 million Medicaid patients.
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Hereâs the document giving ICE 80 million Medicaid patientsâ data
FPF and 404 Media won access to it in our joint FOIA lawsuit
https://freedom.press/the-classifieds/heres-the-document-giving-ice-80-million-medicaid-patients-data/
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Justin Baragona
15 days ago
"Marco Rubio, we salute you!" A real thing that was said by the CBS Evening News anchor tonight.
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Does Wegmans collect biometric data in WNY? It won't say.
Wegmans is collecting biometric data from customers and workers at its stores in Manhattan and Brooklyn â including scans of their eyes, likeness and voice â but the supermarket chain won't say whethe...
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_2eb0888c-dcdd-463f-8c4b-b538fa64c28b.html
16 days ago
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I made your favorite: a Costco update
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Costco is coming soon. But just how soon?
Costco just updated its website for stores that will be opening soon. That update offered some new insight into how soon the store it's building in Amherst could open.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_01b91195-2ded-4f1e-855d-79471f98a90f.html
16 days ago
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Samantha Christmann
The Poynter Institute
24 days ago
âThis is for me a love letter to journalism,â said photojournalist Ann Hermes. âBut I do want it to do more than that.â Meet some of the photojournalists documenting disappearing local newspaper newsrooms:
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This photographer is documenting old newspaper newsrooms while theyâre still around - Poynter
Ann Hermes' images show what's left and what we stand to lose
https://www.poynter.org/local-news/2025/ann-hermes-photographs-newsrooms/
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jane
24 days ago
tom Brady saw his wife marry that karate man and decided to wear one glove about it.
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Samantha Christmann
The New York Times
26 days ago
"What makes Costcoâs Champagne so great is that it isnât made by Costco," our Wirecutter tester writes. "This Champagne is really, really good for the price."
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The Fizzy Joy of Cheap Costco Champagne
Stocking up on bottles of Champagne ahead of New Yearâs Eve doesnât have to empty your bank account.
https://nyti.ms/3YasxGJ
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There's still time to say goodbye.
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Market Arcade AMC theater to close at year's end
The AMC movie theater at the Market Arcade downtown will close by the end of the year, as ticket sales and patron traffic still haven't recovered from the pandemic and aren't high enough for the compa...
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/development/article_74af8607-4857-4fe8-8b57-2aeb4b68e30a.html#tracking-source=home-top-story
about 1 month ago
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Daniel Kibblesmith
about 1 month ago
âI miss blockbuster videoâ the library has every dvd totally untouched and I never see you there
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Keri Blakinger
about 1 month ago
STOP WHAT YOU'RE DOING EVERYONE (or everyone who is a FOIA nerd): There's a public records request advent calendar. h/t Cam Rodriguez
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
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The Very Official 2025 FOIA Advent Calendar
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kRiMOJDPYjmVemvdIKFLRcsGpwBiDy0RfrKVgJJRzO4/edit?gid=0#gid=0
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George & Co. used to supply my favorite store when I was little, Four Jokers Magic Shop on Main Street in the City of Tonawanda.
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Saying 'So long' to George & Co., a Buffalo institution for more than a century
George & Co â a novelty store that has been delighting magicians, actors, pranksters and other consumers in the Buffalo market since 1901 â will close its brick-and-mortar store in the Transitown Plaz...
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_9d06055c-df4d-49a8-ba39-ba03f2d92d66.html#tracking-source=home-top-story
about 1 month ago
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"The so-called audit of the foundation was a manufactured inquiry â engineered to attempt to discredit me. It is important to understand that this is not simply an attack on me as chair. It is Unileverâs attempt to undermine the authority of the Board itself."
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Exclusive: Ben & Jerry's board chair does not plan to resign as pressure mounts from Unilever unit
Magnum is inheriting a deepening corporate feud between Unilever and Ben & Jerry's.
https://www.reuters.com/business/ben-jerrys-board-chair-does-not-plan-resign-pressure-mounts-unilever-unit-2025-12-07/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Issue:%202025-12-08%20Food%20Dive%20Newsletter%20%5Bissue:79590%5D&utm_term=Food%20Dive
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ICYMI: Can you believe it took more than a decade for Trader Joe's to put a second store here?
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After 12 years, Buffalo area will get its second Trader Joe's
The region's second Trader Joe's grocery store will open in Clarence on Friday.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_efe59a31-4cc9-4652-b583-8de3a2098133.html
about 1 month ago
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Justin Sondel
about 1 month ago
Buffalo lawmakers are exploring a progressive tax or fees and fines for property owners who sit on property without maintaining or improving it. My latest:
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Vacant properties are a problem in Buffalo. Some city officials think a new tax could help
Buffalo lawmakers are exploring a new tax as one way to force the hand of property owners and speculators who sit on real estate while their lots and buildings cause blight and reduce property values ...
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/government-politics/article_6406b0b4-034f-453f-ba1d-93857b26cbae.html
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In case you missed it, Dank will soon close permanently. Here's why.
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It was Buffalo Niagara's first cannabis dispensary. Now it's among the first to close
Western New York's first legal cannabis dispensary is going to be among the first to close.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_2bd9533a-2612-4f7d-b9d0-94f70c2627a4.html
about 1 month ago
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Have you ever wondered what happens to Santas when their malls close? Fortunately, it looks like they're doing just fine.
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A trip to the mall might be mostly a thing of the past. But a visit with Santa Claus endures
Santa Claus may not have as many malls for his helpers to call home this holiday season, but new professional opportunities are helping Santa performers expand their earning potential with
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_18de2883-edde-4b25-9969-762f629ff0af.html
about 1 month ago
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Samantha Christmann
The Buffalo News
about 2 months ago
Enjoy a shopping trip down memory lane with photos of stores that are no more, from downtown Buffalo institutions including Hens & Kelly, Hengerer's and AM&As to Gold Circle and Two Guys.
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Photos: Stores we loved and miss
Enjoy a shopping trip down memory lane with photos of stores that are no more, from downtown Buffalo institutions including Hens & Kelly, Hengererâs and AM&As to Gold Circle and
https://buffalonews.com/multimedia/collection_d0d0e783-e64a-5b79-9c86-1b84057e1a18.html
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I've never spent $28 on socks, but I think they're going to make amazing Christmas presents.
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$692 penny loafers? Timeless style, classic service make O'Connell's a global destination
O'Connell's Clothing on Main Street has been recognized as one of the top 50 clothing stores in America by the New York Times. It's easy to see why.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_8debed38-054f-40dd-9e4a-32b4c6f8ab65.html
about 2 months ago
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Samantha Christmann
The Buffalo News
about 2 months ago
Being a dancer means your focus is on the paying audience, 87-year-old Jean Widlicka says. "You have to be able to go anywhere, do anything, at any time," she said. "And you don't dare say, 'Oh, this hurts.'"
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Ex-Rockette, 87, still teaching dance to Amherst seniors
Jean Widlicka doesn't go easy on the students in her three weekly fitness classes at the Amherst Center for Senior Services. That's why they call the 87-year-old Snyder resident "Mean Jean." "If I d...
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/article_ca6ca8da-a40c-42c6-afba-59dde36acefb.html
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Scott Horton
about 2 months ago
Margaret Sullivan discusses the abysmal ethics of NYT's Epstein coverage, including the paper's radio silence following disclosure of the fact that its lead Epstein correspondent was seeking money from Epstein. The corruption goes far in explaining NYT's editorially deranged Epstein coverage.
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Three lessons in unethical media behavior
Plus: Some moments that made me proud to be a journalist
https://open.substack.com/pub/margaretsullivan/p/three-ugly-lessons-in-unethical-media?r=39wui&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
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Justin Sondel
about 2 months ago
ICYMI: Deidre Williams details the progress on the African American Heritage Corridor.
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Buffalo's African American Heritage Corridor making progress on becoming tourist destination
Progress continues on making the Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor a destination with cultural and historical significance.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/article_06dec904-39e0-45a7-9639-43d082db1bae.html
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I've loved talking to people about their memories of Terrapin Station. Would love to hear more!
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It's the end of an era as Terrapin Station goes up for sale
Turns out even the area's well-known head shop is not immune to the effects of the internet, big box stores and a post-pandemic economy.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_735e4207-2880-4f8e-9438-2ec4184d2db8.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky&utm_campaign=user-share
2 months ago
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Aaron Besecker
2 months ago
The mayor described his administration as âthe unfortunate recipients or victimsâ of a local newspaper that he said âsimply doesnât want to present the best of our city.â
www.niagara-gazette.com/news/local_n...
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Restaino 'ignoring' newspaper's request for public information
In his latest update from inside Niagara Falls City Hall, Mayor Restaino once again donned his newspaper publisherâs cap to tell the Niagara Gazette what stories it should be printing
https://www.niagara-gazette.com/news/local_news/restaino-ignoring-newspapers-request-for-public-information/article_88dd623b-b2e5-4a67-90c2-ba1082ea8fa3.html
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The Buffalo News
2 months ago
"I don't have full access to all the books yet, but I wanted to put everyone on notice and let them know that we've some problems and that we can start working on some collective solutions," Ryan said.
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Buffalo is in a deep financial hole. In Albany, Ryan asks state officials to help shovel
"I don't have full access to all the books yet, but I wanted to put everyone on notice and let them know that we've some problems and that we can start working on some collective solutions," Ryan said...
https://buffalonews.com/news/state-regional/article_aa57e75f-e540-4264-bc8b-72ed083d9dc7.html
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The Buffalo News
2 months ago
Starbucks workers are striking at more than 65 stores today, but none of those stores are in Buffalo. They're looking to settle terms on pay, staffing and what the National Labor Relations Board has deemed unfair labor practices.
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Starbucks workers are striking today â but not in Buffalo
Starbucks workers are striking at more than 65 stores today, but none of those stores are in Buffalo. They're looking to settle terms on pay, staffing and what the National Labor Relations Board has d...
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_9a79e950-9c67-4fce-95fa-1131b0c84400.html
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Starbucks workers are also calling for a boycott.
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Starbucks workers are striking today â but not in Buffalo
Starbucks workers are striking at more than 65 stores today, but none of those stores are in Buffalo. They're looking to settle terms on pay, staffing and what the National Labor Relations Board has d...
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_9a79e950-9c67-4fce-95fa-1131b0c84400.html
2 months ago
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Nieman Lab
2 months ago
Pro tip: Organizations with revenue generation staff had median revenue â700% higher than those without.â
www.niemanlab.org/2025/11/want...
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Want to build a sustainable local newsroom? These 21 steps will help you get there, a new report finds
âHaving dedicated staff to generate revenue was transformational to an organizationâs chances of sustainability.â
https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/11/want-to-build-a-sustainable-local-newsroom-these-21-steps-will-help-you-get-there-a-new-report-finds/
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Here is this week's retail roundup.
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Buffalo Next: As fast food struggles, Wendy's will close hundreds of restaurants
Wendy's interim CEO Ken Cook said the company would move to shutter 240 to 360 stores that are underperforming financially or not meeting customer service standards. It believes doing so
https://buffalonews.com/article_04458996-a64b-4e95-a1de-1a162ce9854b.html
2 months ago
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Did somebody say freebies?
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Santa arrives with Christmas freebies at Cabela's
The outdoors retailer has set up Santa's Wonderland â which boasts a cabin, snowy hills, elves and holiday decorations â and is offering visits with Santa Claus, complete with a
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_05a3aee4-d713-45ad-98f6-cbd1c4f3bbeb.html
2 months ago
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We will have more details on this as things unfold tomorrow.
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Will Starbucks workers strike in Buffalo Thursday?
Starbucks Workers United, fresh off a vote last week by members to authorize strikes, said it will launch the open-ended strike Thursday, coinciding with Starbucks' popular Red Cup Day promotion.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_a972514b-2419-4bf9-bed9-3b039fe1ee8d.html
2 months ago
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I don't know about you, but these three BFFs are living my dream, too.
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A dream come true: 3 BFFs open a bookstore in Tonawanda
Three best friends have opened The Velvet Bookmark at 50A Main St. in the City of Tonawanda.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_2dc84a58-7268-44bd-88d3-3186f0e031b4.html#tracking-source=home-top-story
2 months ago
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The boutique retailer focuses on small, independent and local wine and spirits.
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Noble Root has reopened
Noble Root Wine and Spirits is back open, after the shop was forced to shut down abruptly last month for emergency repairs at its Main Street building downtown.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_72efa6a8-232a-4935-ac52-c23c095d248e.html
2 months ago
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The fast-food chain already closed a slew of locations last year.
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Wendy's to close hundreds of restaurants. Will any Buffalo Niagara stores be on the list?
Wendy's did not say which stores will be closing, but they will begin this year and extend into 2026. The company has just over 6,000 stores.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_e5fb1680-2dfd-4cfe-9257-3deca406eea4.html
2 months ago
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There are only 30 Spirit Christmas locations, but Amherst has one of them.
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Spirit Christmas is now open in Amherst
Spirit Christmas, sister store to Spencer's and Spirit Halloween, is now open in Amherst.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_53310df4-05f3-4396-91fb-bf8e97098364.html
2 months ago
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I know him!
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2 months ago
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Don't forget to get your freebies today, veterans! And if your belly is full, save your voucher from Longhorn Steakhouse for another day :)
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Two steakhouses offer veterans free meals on Nov. 11
Texas Roadhouse and Outback Steakhouse will give away free meals to active military and veterans who show proof of service.
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/article_d4a124ed-550f-4fdb-b6bd-41400a30a5f5.html
2 months ago
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The Buffalo News
2 months ago
Buffalo News food reporter Francesca Bond talks about the work of Shawn Corey, who spends his days driving Buffalo foods to Western New York expats in Florida.
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In The News: Francesca Bond on Buffalo's 'culinary Santa Claus'
Buffalo News food reporter Francesca Bond talks about the work of Shawn Corey, who spends his days driving Buffalo foods to Western New York expats in Florida.
https://buffalonews.com/multimedia/article_c428c17e-f341-468c-8158-00dfb842bdf5.html?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot&utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Buffalo & Erie County Public Library
2 months ago
Attend the Native American Boarding School Experience in WNY film and panel discussion is Wed,. Nov 19 @ 6pm in the Central Libraryâs Auditorium, free. https:/ /tinyurl.com/yc33fvaw
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Samantha Christman previews the holiday shopping season
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2 months ago
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via Natalie Brophy
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Flight cuts ripple to Buffalo as government shutdown strains air travel
Cancellations and delays rippled through Buffalo Niagara International Airport on Friday as the fallout from the federal government shutdown began to disrupt air travel nationwide, just as many Bills ...
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/article_050c0c25-44d9-4a8a-b165-5bc9a85e2e8f.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky&utm_campaign=user-share
2 months ago
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The New York Times
3 months ago
A wave of flight cancellations hit the U.S. on Friday morning, bringing home the effects of the government shutdown to many more Americans. Follow live.
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Flights Cancelled As FAA Reductions Take Effect: Government Shutdown Live Updates
The cuts aim to ease strain on air traffic controllers, who have been working without pay, as the effects of the government shutdown spread to more Americans. Airlines said most travelers would be unaffected for now.
https://nyti.ms/3JKTYDf
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Judge Vilardo rebukes ICE's 'about-face' on mandatory detention policy
With his ruling in a local case, U.S. District Judge Lawrence Vilardo joined a vast majority of the country's federal judges who have rejected an interpretation of federal law that
https://buffalonews.com/news/local/crime-courts/article_2aa34f2e-c8aa-4fe8-b170-cd1269cf7dc6.html
3 months ago
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