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The lawsuit — separate from Wednesday's lawsuit filed against those actively developing the land — challenges a 2023 U.S. Department of Interior decision, which placed the parcel into restricted-fee status.
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Michael Mroziak/BTPM NewsThe fire trucks were donated by two local volunteer companies who offered the vehicles as a means to train the next generation of local firefighters. -
Stonewall Democrats of WNYAfter spending most of the past two decades working behind the scenes in Erie County politics, Erich Weyant has taken over the reigns of The Stonewall Democrats of Western New York at a critical time.
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Salvatore Pierre, 38, faces a slate of felony charges for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars in cash and causing thousands more in damages. -
The change in the political landscape will have implications for Québec and for Canada, as the premier-designate of the province, Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, said he firmly believes Québec will become sovereign one day. -
Four years after the attempted murder of author Salman Rushdie in Chautauqua, New York, a documentary on the event and Rushie’s life is coming to Buffalo International Film Festival.
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On this episode of What’s Next?, The Belle Center's Executive Director Lucy Candelario discusses how the center has evolved alongside a changing neighborhood, the growing needs she sees in the community, and the partnerships helping the Belle Center connect residents with resources. We’ll also take a tour of the Belle Center to see the space and programs firsthand.
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Some student groups are demanding that the university overhaul its disciplinary processes and create minimum sanctions for sexual assault cases, among other changes. -
It's a cumbersome process. There also are political considerations. This being an election year adds to the intrigue. -
In theory, New York governor candidates can accept donations of up to $9,000. In practice, it’s way higher. -
Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine announced plans to form a committee dedicated to establishing the county’s first Italian American museum. -
A large crowd gathered on Cornell’s campus Monday afternoon to show support for a Cornell student, known as Jane Doe, who alleges she was raped by fraternity members on campus in 2024. -
A rally was held in downtown Ithaca on Sunday to show support for Jane Doe, a former Cornell student who sued the university over allegations that she was raped by seven fraternity members in 2024. The crowd was overwhelmingly made up of women from different generations.
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The company says Russian operatives used its AI chatbot to update their bosses, shedding light on influence campaigns previously not attributed to Russia. -
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier has returned home after a record-setting uninterrupted time at sea supporting the Iran war. The extended deployment drew attention following reports of crew stress and supply shortages. -
NPR Music culture critic and reporter Rodney Carmichael ruminates on the latest in rap culture. This week: an unbothered, radically different, equal but opposite response to rap's podcast bros. -
NPR's Michel Martin hosted a panel conversation about mental health and suicide in the Black community, exploring a difficult subject in deeply personal conversations. -
The USS Abraham Lincoln is returning home to San Diego Thursday after supporting the Iran war during a record long deployment of 265 uninterrupted days at sea that included reports of deteriorating conditions among its crew.
Arts & Culture Beat
- Theater Talk: A conversation with Buffalo's Daniel Croix Henderson, now on Broadway in THE IMAGINARY INVALID as "Cleante," remembering his years at BAVPA. Last weekend to see EMMA, BECKY SHAW, and HAIR. Click to see complete listings for local, Shaw, and Stratford shows.
- Theater Talk: Penelope Sergi delightful as EMMA at Irish Classical, DA VINCI CODE thrills at Road Less Traveled, Anthony chats this morning at Shawfest, more shows to see include MusicalFare's HAIR at Shea's 710, NUTS at Desiderio's, 1776 at Lancaster, BECKY SHAW at Alleyway, GUYS AND DOLLS at O'Connell & Co.
- Theater Talk celebrates CURTAIN UP! with its myriad of performances all over town. Listen then click through for complete listings. And Anthony returns to Shawfest 9/25 at 10am for a conversation with actors.
- Theater Talk: Buffalo's Dudney Joseph Jr., now a Broadway star, remembers his start and talks about his role as Munkustrap in CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL. Many shows open this weekend before CURTAIN UP! next Friday. See listings.
Disabilities Beat
- Disabilities Beat: What happens next for workers' health as Goodyear closes its Niagara Falls plant?
- Goodyear's Niagara Falls chemical plant to close
- Disabilities Beat: Options available this season for New York hunters with disabilities
- Paratransit activist Stephanie Speaker recognized as Erie County Citizen of the Month