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• Rascal the otter celebrates 13th birthday at Buffalo Zoo

  09-03-2020 23:41 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)–There’s no party like an otter party! Today is Rascal the otter’s 13th birthday. The Buffalo Zoo shared a video on their Twitter page showing Rascal and a few other otters enjoying some treats. Happy birthday, Rascal!
  
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• Niagara Falls bracing for the possible impact Coronavirus fears can have on tourism

  09-03-2020 23:31 via wivb.com
  On an average year, the Niagara Falls State Park gets about 8 million visitors from all over the world. Many of those tourists, come from other countries including China. The CDC issued a health travel warning that calls for restrictions on entry into the US from countries like China and Iran, and because of that, […]
  
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• Leaders take steps to protect nursing homes from spread of coronavirus

  09-03-2020 23:26 via wivb.com
  ALBANY, N.Y. (WIVB) — As the number of coronavirus cases grows in New York State, leaders are taking every precaution to keep one of the most vulnerable populations safe. “Coronavirus poses significant risks for the elderly population, the frail population,” said Stephen Hanse, New York State Health Facilities Association. The New York State Health Facilities […]
  
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• New Irish history monument on display outside Buffalo Irish Center

  09-03-2020 23:22 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)–A new monument in South Buffalo is paying tribute to Western New York’s Irish immigrants. It shows an immigrant family arriving in New York and a business owner pointing to a sign that says “Irish need not apply.” New York State Assemblyman Pat Burke helped lead the project. He calls it a celebration […]
  
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• WNY stores are dealing with a shortage of hand sanitizer and cleaning supplies amid the Coronavirus outbreak

  09-03-2020 23:13 via wivb.com
  EAST AURORA N.Y. (WIVB) – An East Aurora pharmacy says it’s becoming more difficult to keep hand sanitizer and basic cleaning supplies in stock. “Lots of concern, people are starting to get scared and it’s creating somewhat of a panic,” Rebecca Almond, who’s the owner of Larwood Pharmacy, said. “You know people want to protect […]
  
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• Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center revises visitation policy amid coronavirus outbreak

  09-03-2020 23:02 via wivb.com
  NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB)–To afford better protection to patients, staff, and visitors against the coronavirus outbreak, the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center revised its visitation policy. A spokesperson for the hospital says while viewed as temporary, the new policy will remain in effect until further notice but will have regular reviews.  Changes will include: Visiting […]
  
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• Man who helped build up Canalside brought through the area one last time

  09-03-2020 22:40 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)– The man who helped build up Canalside, and spread his passion of sailing, was brought through the area one last time today. Ric Hilliman, who brought the Spirit of Buffalo to the Queen City, passed away last week. Friends and colleagues say Ric played a huge role in building up Canalside and […]
  
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• Jury selection underway in Niagara County murder case

  09-03-2020 22:07 via wivb.com
  (WIVB)–Jury selection is underway in an almost 30-year-old murder case. Joseph Belstadt is accused of killing 17-year-old Mandy Steingasser in 1993 when they were classmates at North Tonawanda High School. Niagara County officials arrested Belstadt in the spring of 2018. He faces life in prison if convicted.
  
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• Tripping over sports gear that isn’t used anymore? You can donate it to kids in need

  09-03-2020 21:58 via wivb.com
  CLARENCE, N.Y. (WIVB) — The weather is perfect right now for Spring cleaning, and if you have any sports gear you would like to get out of your garage or basement, you can donate those items to kids in need this week. Until March 15th, you can drop off sports gear at Keybank Center, from […]
  
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• Theatre District’s Cabaret Restaurant to close

  09-03-2020 21:36 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – A long-running Theatre District restaurant announced Monday that it will be closing at the end of the month. Cabaret Restaurant, 490 Pearl St., has been in business for 14 years. In a Facebook post, Cabaret thanked patrons and said that they have “decided that now is the time to spend it […]
  
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• King Crimson to perform at Artpark in July

  09-03-2020 21:25 via wivb.com
  LEWISTON, N.Y. (WIVB)–King Crimson will perform at Artpark this summer. They’ll perform on the Mainstage Theater on July 1. Tickets for indoor reserved seating start at $67 and go up to $125. Special guests The Zappa Band will open the show at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m., they’re available at […]
  
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• Cheektowaga Police looking to identify two in relation to assault at Walden Galleria

  09-03-2020 20:28 via wivb.com
  CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. (WIVB)–Cheektowaga Police are looking to identify two people. Police say they’re wanted concerning an assault at the Walden Galleria. Contact the Cheektowaga Police Department at 716-686-7440 with any information.
  
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• Notre Dame Academy’s visit to Mercy Hospital postponed

  09-03-2020 20:10 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)–Students from Notre Dame Academy will not be delivering handmade St. Patrick’s Day cards to patients at Mercy Hospital Tuesday, according to a spokesperson. Due to new visiting hours and other preparations for coronavirus, the student visit will be at a later date. The hospital says in the meantime, cards will be given […]
  
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• New speed zone cameras to go live near two schools on Wednesday

  09-03-2020 19:29 via wivb.com
  Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown says compliance with the School Zone Safety Program has been increasing week-to-week.
  
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• New school zone cameras go live Wednesday as compliance increases

  09-03-2020 19:29 via wivb.com
  Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown says compliance with the School Zone Safety Program has been increasing week-to-week.
  
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• Erie County Public Health Lab now equipped and ready to test for coronavirus

  09-03-2020 17:52 via wivb.com
  Health officials said this will reduce the turn-around time on local test results to an expected 24 hours or less.
  
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• SPCA Monday: Tiny

  09-03-2020 17:45 via wivb.com
  The 15-year-old miniature pinscher is looking for a loving home as she rides out her senior years.
  
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• Information session on coronavirus to take place in Buffalo

  09-03-2020 17:31 via wivb.com
  "I believe there is a need to keep the community informed about protecting themselves from the spread of this virus, especially those closest to the medical campus," Common Council President Darius Pridgen said.
  
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• WIVB.com to host live coronavirus update newscast each weekday

  09-03-2020 17:28 via wivb.com
  In an effort to keep people up-to-date on the constantly changing coronavirus outbreak, Nexstar Media Group will launch a streaming program weekdays that features reporting from across the United States.
  
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• Gov. Cuomo introduces NYS-branded hand sanitizer as number of positive cases grows to 142

  09-03-2020 16:17 via wivb.com
  On Monday morning, Gov. Cuomo took time to announce "NYS Clean" hand sanitizer, which he calls a "superior product" to those on the market.
  
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• Traveling war memorial, never seen in NY, coming to Niagara Falls

  09-03-2020 14:41 via wivb.com
  The massive American flag, standing taller than a person, and more than four times as wide, will call Hyde Park home this June.
  
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• Local rescue mission brings dogs to Kane Brown concert

  09-03-2020 12:32 via wivb.com
  "Apparently they love to chill with adorable rescue puppies backstage and since we have the cutest pups in town they emailed us!" the rescue mission wrote on Facebook. "Of course, we said yes, who wouldn’t?"
  
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• Anonymous threat leads to closure of Lockport High School

  09-03-2020 12:23 via wivb.com
  Lockport police say the threat was phoned in on the school's tipline.
  
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• Special skate helps those with disabilities at SABAH’s Celebration on Ice

  09-03-2020 03:37 via wivb.com
  (WIVB)– More than 700 athletes overcoming physical, intellectual, and developmental challenges skated in SABAH’s annual “Celebration on Ice” along with more than 500 volunteers. Founded as the Skating Association for the Blind and Handicapped more than 40 years ago, these skaters are now, “Spirited Athletes Bold at Heart” and few are as courageous, Jason Phillips […]
  
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• Traveling war memorial coming to Niagara Falls

  09-03-2020 01:51 via wivb.com
  (WIVB)-A traveling war memorial never in New York State before will make its way to Niagara Falls this spring. The VAU Fallen Heroes Memorial honors the men and women who have died since 9/11 in the war on terror. A collaboration of local groups is helping make it happen. It’s a massive American flag, standing […]
  
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• Buffalo Bloody Mary Fest held at RiverWorks

  09-03-2020 01:40 via wivb.com
  (WIVB)–Several local bars and restaurants faced off Sunday to see who serves the best bloody mary in Buffalo. The Buffalo Bloody Mary Fest was held at RiverWorks. Ten bars created unique versions of the popular cocktail and people who attended the event were asked to vote for their favorites. Panorama on Seven won Buffalo’s best […]
  
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