Jacobs to Sponsor Community Blood Drive at Erie County Auto Bureau

Submitted by Mike Cecchini on Thursday, May 9th, 3:28 pm

Erie County, NY – Erie County Clerk Chris Jacobs will be hosting an open-to-the-public blood drive with Unyts, WNY’s only organ, eye, tissue and community blood center, on Saturday, May 11th from 9am-2pm at the Erie County Auto Bureau located at 2122 George Urban Blvd. in Cheektowaga.

“Giving the gift of life through a blood donation is critically important,” Jacobs said. “By giving blood, you are helping to make sure there is blood available for your friends and neighbors in their time of need. I would also like to encourage the community to enroll on the New York State Registry as an organ and tissue donor and help the more than 117,000 currently waiting for a transplant.”

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Great Getaways Await in Nearby London, Ontario

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Thursday, May 9th, 2013, 3:10pm

Great Getaways Await in Nearby London, Ontario

Gas prices have you down? Thinking a nearby getaway might be the best vacation plan in 2013? Have you considered crossing the border and exploring London, Ontario?

London comes alive with a wealth of arts, entertainment, cuisine, shopping, adventure and much more – there is truly something for everyone! Whether you're traveling with friends, treating the kids or retreating to romance, unique experiences await you.

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Golf Outing to Benefit the Hospice Foundation

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Thursday, May 9th, 2013, 2:08pm

Individual golfers, foursomes and sponsors are still being sought for the annual “Come Get Some” golf outing to benefit the Hospice Foundation. The event will take place on Friday, July 12, at Chestnut Hill Country Club, 1330 Broadway, Darien Center.

Registration for the event is just $80 and includes lunch, a steak dinner, beverages and 18 holes of scramble-format golf. Tickets for dinner only are available for just $40. Golfers of all skill levels are welcomed.

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Depew Destination Adds Attractions

Submitted by Kevin O'Neill

Thursday, May 9th, 2013, 7:58am

What started as just as driving range on Broadway in Depew has evolved into a family and corporate destination. There's now an impressive miniature golf course, an ice cream stand, a gift shop, and a party corral available for rent.
The practice dance itself is preferred by golfers because of its adjustable tees and 350 yard length.
They have added weekly events which families will love as well.
The website to check out is www.BroadwayDrivingRange.com.

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Worst Road in WNY: Let Us Know Your Choice

Submitted by Ron Plants, Reporter

Wednesday, May 8th, 2013, 7:03pm

Buffalo, NY- This morning we put the call out to Western New Yorkers on social media to tell us about the worst roads in Western New York. And it didn't take long. Within a couple of hours we had a couple hundred responses on Facebook and Twitter. There are more than 300 so far on Facebook alone.

At the top of this list is no surprise..Buffalo Avenue in Niagara Falls. And Kenmore Avenue in Buffalo and Tonawanda.

Now Buffalo Avenue has the reputation as being the worst road but work is actually underway on a major road re-construction project. Niagara Falls Mayor Paul Dyster says that this federally funded project actually began last year and now involves the stretch of Buffalo Avenue from Veteran's Drive to the 190.
They will work through the fall and hope to have it completed by early next year.

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Assemblyman Gabryszak and Assemblyman Kearns hold press conference in support of funding for OPWDD

Submitted by Assemblyman Dennis H. Gabryszak, News from the 143rd Assembly District

Wednesday, May 8th, 2013, 5:49pm

Assemblyman Gabryszak and Assemblyman Kearns hold press conference in support of funding for OPWDD

Assemblyman Dennis H. Gabryszak and Assemblyman Michael P. Kearns are to hold a press conference on Friday, May 10th at 1 p.m. at Aspire of Western New York located at 7 Community Drive in Cheektowaga, New York. The press conference is in support of funding restorations for the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, and is intended to strengthen the voice of the families and individuals with developmental disabilities. Assembly bill A.6692-A (S4777), introduced by Assemblymember Weisenberg, would provide $90 million dollars in funding to restore the 4.5% cut on nonprofit service providers enacted in the 2013-2014 state budget.

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Catholic Charities Offering Naturalization Workshop for Those Seeking Citizenship

Submitted by Catholic Charities, Communications & PR Specialist

Wednesday, May 8th, 2013, 3:59pm

Catholic Charities of Buffalo will offer a naturalization workshop for those looking to become United States citizens on May 15 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at 228 Albany St., Buffalo, the school site on the former Nativity Campus. Eligible candidates must be 18 years of age or older, have had a green card for at least four years and be able to read, write and speak basic English. Participants must bring: Green Cards for all family members; social security cards for each family member; two passport-sized photos of each applicant or $6 money order for each applicant to have photos taken; 2011 tax return and/or proof of Medicaid, food stamps or public assistance from the Department of Social Services or supplemental security income letter; list of all employment and addresses from the past five years; and list of all travel since becoming a permanent resident of the United States. Space is limited.

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