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My View: Anthem event was no surprise to those who know the close bonds between WNY and Canada

My View: Anthem event was no surprise to those who know the close bonds between WNY and Canada

What is all the fuss about? Like most hockey fans in Western New York, I was watching the lead-up to the Sabres’ Game 5 with the Boston Bruins on...

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Mary dee martoche

Letter: Buffalo needs action on homelessness

Letter: Buffalo needs action on homelessness

Bill Clinton’s famous line, “I feel your pain,” was first spoken in 1992 to an AIDS activist who confronted him face to face. It mattered...

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The Buffalo News

Letter: Legislation will reduce plastic waste

Letter: Legislation will reduce plastic waste

Plastic is in your lungs, your brain, and your bloodstream. This week, our elected officials have a chance to do something about it. People are also...

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The Buffalo News

Another Voice: Expanding access to autism evaluation and support in Western New York

Another Voice: Expanding access to autism evaluation and support in Western New York

It's more important than ever to build understanding, strengthen inclusion, and encourage meaningful support for individuals with autism spectrum...

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Christopher nalbach

The Editorial Board: Local shops will benefit from Schumer's push for fairness in meatpacking industry

The Editorial Board: Local shops will benefit from Schumer's push for fairness in meatpacking industry

Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer's legislation to fight monopolies and bring meat prices down will help small businesses throughout Western...

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Joshua Bessex

Trump says federal gasoline tax to be reduced 'till it's appropriate'

Trump says federal gasoline tax to be reduced 'till it's appropriate'

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said on Monday he will reduce the 18-cent federal gas tax for a yet to be determined period as U.S. fuel prices...

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Nandita bose and timothy gardner reuters

Another Voice: New York is finally getting the message: get out of the way and let Buffalo build

Another Voice: New York is finally getting the message: get out of the way and let Buffalo build

The notion of a Buffalo comeback has been a rallying cry for decades. We’ve watched jobs migrate to greener pastures and talented young people pack...

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Lisa coppola

Letter: Outlook is grim for society

Letter: Outlook is grim for society

This country is facing many very problematic areas of concern – among them, possibly the worst cabinet in recent history, a current administration...

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The Buffalo News

My View: As an urban cyclist, drivers don’t seem to hate me like they used to

My View: As an urban cyclist, drivers don’t seem to hate me like they used to

After what felt like the longest and most relentless winter of my life, I was eager to embrace this spring as an opportunity to spend long stretches...

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Edward carney

Viewpoints: Buffalo's East Side is the same today as it was on May 13, 2022

Viewpoints: Buffalo's East Side is the same today as it was on May 13, 2022

Mark Talley introduces his book, "5/14 – The Day the Devil Came to Buffalo," on May 8, 2023, in front of Tops on Jefferson Avenue. His...

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Mark talley special to the news

New York must do more than debate alcohol reform

New York must do more than debate alcohol reform

For years, New York’s alcohol laws have been stuck in a Prohibition-era framework, written for a time when the world looked very different. Mike...

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Mike Durant

Another Voice: County budget surplus should help cities, especially city roads

Another Voice: County budget surplus should help cities, especially city roads

I recently sent a letter to Erie County legislators suggesting they adopt a balanced approach to allocating the county’s 2025 budget surplus. In it,...

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Kevin R. Hardwick

The Editorial Board: Erika Shields' experience should serve her well in leading Buffalo police

The Editorial Board: Erika Shields' experience should serve her well in leading Buffalo police

New Buffalo Police Commissioner Erika Shields has important experience that should be good preparation for leading Buffalo law enforcement. Erika...

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The Editorial Board , Review & Outlook

My View: Their mother almost abandoned them on Mother's Day – and they had it coming

My View: Their mother almost abandoned them on Mother's Day – and they had it coming

Was it my fault mom abandoned us on Mother’s Day? Marty Walters has an interesting Mother's Day story. People are also reading… Letter: A...

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Marty Walters

Another Voice: Ryan's tax increase decision came from facing a hard cold reality

Another Voice: Ryan's tax increase decision came from facing a hard cold reality

Much has been said and written about the 25% tax levy increase being proposed by Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan, and most of the comments have expressed...

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Joseph h. emminger

Letter: Include residents as partners in city-run activities

Letter: Include residents as partners in city-run activities

Buffalo should bring back the three on three basketball tournament and expand that theme to include pickleball, cornhole and flag football. Reach out...

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The Buffalo News

The Editorial Board: Good-hearted Western New Yorkers are providing shelter and transportation, even saving lives

The Editorial Board: Good-hearted Western New Yorkers are providing shelter and transportation, even saving lives

Pastor Al Robinson and his wife, Vivian, are embarking on a new mission to help treat addiction. They became famous during the Blizzard of 2022 when...

saturday 10

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Derek Gee

Adam Zyglis: Demolition Crew

Adam Zyglis: Demolition Crew

The Supreme Court has removed a pillar of the Civil Rights Act with its latest decision.  The Sabres' Benson and Doan line has been dominate...

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Adam Zyglis

Tennessee GOP moves to pass map eliminating state’s lone Democratic seat

Tennessee GOP moves to pass map eliminating state’s lone Democratic seat

Due to the technical or legal reasons, readability mode is not available for this article. Thank you for your kind understanding.

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Straight Arrow News

The bigger debate behind the voting rights case | Stephen L. Carter

People are also reading… Letter: A Canadian thank you to Sabres fans Alan Pergament: Jennifer Stanonis leaving Channel 2; destination unknown 15...

08.05.2026 10

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Straight Arrow News

Adam Zyglis Round 2

Adam Zyglis Round 2

The Sabres' Benson and Doan line has been dominate this playoff run. Adam Zyglis: First Round Victory The Buffalo Sabres dominated the Boston...

08.05.2026 10

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Adam Zyglis

Who’s responsible when jobs go unfilled: workers or employers? | The Ethical Life podcast

Who’s responsible when jobs go unfilled: workers or employers? | The Ethical Life podcast

Episode 245: Hosts Richard Kyte and Scott Rada take a closer look at a question that’s become almost a reflex in public conversation: why do so many...

07.05.2026 2

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Scott

My View: West Seneca Senior Center offers a wide range of healthful, fun activities as well as essential services

My View: West Seneca Senior Center offers a wide range of healthful, fun activities as well as essential services

Want to go to a place that is full of fun, food, and friendships? Yep, there is a building in the heart of West Seneca that does that and so much...

07.05.2026 6

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Sally mazgaj

Another Voice: Skyrocketing pole attachment costs must be reined in to unlock universal broadband

High-speed internet is essential for education, work, healthcare and economic survival. New York has made strong progress, reaching over 97% broadband...

07.05.2026 5

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Craig miller

Letter: Noise concerns in villages are real

Thanks to Steve Watson for a number of informative articles on the changes going on in various villages in regard to entertainment and food service. I...

07.05.2026 7

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The Buffalo News

Letter: Contemporary prophets warned of this chaos

Letter: Contemporary prophets warned of this chaos

Abraham, Elijah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Jonah – a small sample but a significant group of individuals, all prophets, who heard God’s message and went...

07.05.2026 6

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The Buffalo News

My View: A small encounter demonstrates that imagined hostility isn't always there

My View: A small encounter demonstrates that imagined hostility isn't always there

My son and I were craving our usual order – chicken shawarma and tabouli – from our favorite Middle Eastern takeout spot. I placed the order, and...

06.05.2026 6

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Lydia langer

Letter: County suite should be open to taxpayers

Letter: County suite should be open to taxpayers

I am following the legislative discussions on who can use the Erie County suite at Bills games. The discussions seem to be considering only people who...

06.05.2026 7

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The Buffalo News

Another Voice: Putting a cap over the Kensington Expressway is not the same as healing a neighborhood

Another Voice: Putting a cap over the Kensington Expressway is not the same as healing a neighborhood

The latest fatal crash on the Kensington Expressway has prompted familiar concerns about speeding and safety. But the deeper issue may not be how fast...

06.05.2026 4

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Eve berry

Letter: Protection of immigrants should be codified

Letter: Protection of immigrants should be codified

Mayor Ryan signed an executive order in January prohibiting collusion between police and other local agencies and ICE, stating “We are the City of...

06.05.2026 8

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The Buffalo News

The Editorial Board: Buffalo's problems go beyond the need for a tax increase

The Editorial Board: Buffalo's problems go beyond the need for a tax increase

Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan is surrounded by members of his administration as he presents his budget on April 15. The city's finances and...

06.05.2026 4

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The Editorial Board , Review & Outlook

Some MAGA loyalists have turned on Trump. Why the rest haven't | Jonah Goldberg

Some MAGA loyalists have turned on Trump. Why the rest haven't | Jonah Goldberg

I recently watched "A Face in the Crowd" for the umpteenth time. People are also reading… Letter: A Canadian thank you to Sabres fans Alan...

06.05.2026 6

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Straight Arrow News

Ted Turner, outspoken founder of CNN, dies at 87

Ted Turner, outspoken founder of CNN, dies at 87

WASHINGTON — Ted Turner, the brash sportsman and entrepreneur whose ambition and instincts led to a media empire that included groundbreaking news...

06.05.2026 5

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Bill trott reuters

Letter: New food law will create added expense

Letter: New food law will create added expense

Every week at my store, I see at least one customer who puts a few purchases on the counter, hears the total, and then starts pulling things back....

05.05.2026 10

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The Buffalo News

The Editorial Board: Rejection of utility expert for County Water Authority board was sadly expected

The Editorial Board: Rejection of utility expert for County Water Authority board was sadly expected

The Erie County Water Authority awards some jobs to political donors and loyalists with the backing of state law, which dictates which political...

05.05.2026 10

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Sandra Tan

Another Voice: This payment fix could lower healthcare costs for New Yorkers

Another Voice: This payment fix could lower healthcare costs for New Yorkers

Patients across New York are struggling to afford medical care. Rising hospital costs are a big reason why. People are also reading… Letter: A...

05.05.2026 10

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Angelo derosalia

Letter: Trumps shouldn't be offended

Letter: Trumps shouldn't be offended

Jimmy Kimmel's joke may have been tasteless and not overly funny, but Melania Trump is married to a man who has often claimed he was...

05.05.2026 10

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The Buffalo News

Letter: Canadians value their friends in Buffalo

Letter: Canadians value their friends in Buffalo

Although we Canadians have had issue with your government in Washington with respect to what we feel are punitive trade policies and with comments...

05.05.2026 10

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The Buffalo News

The Editorial Board: Buffalo is ready for its closeup - hosting the NFL draft

The Editorial Board: Buffalo is ready for its closeup - hosting the NFL draft

The 2026 NFL draft logo is displayed in Pittsburgh. Visit Buffalo and the Bills will need all hands on deck to bring the draft to Western New York....

05.05.2026 8

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The Editorial Board , Review & Outlook

Viewpoints: Can I trust my AI ‘best friend forever’?

Viewpoints: Can I trust my AI ‘best friend forever’?

A woman walks her dog at a freshly groomed Montrose Beach in Chicago after Chicago Park District crews work on the sand in preparation for Memorial...

04.05.2026 10

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Josã© m. osorio

Another Voice: Batteries are the fastest and cheapest way to protect New Yorkers from higher power costs

Another Voice: Batteries are the fastest and cheapest way to protect New Yorkers from higher power costs

New York’s electric grid is approaching an equation that its current physical footprint cannot solve. People are also reading… Buffalo Sabres...

04.05.2026 10

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Emilie flanagan

The Editorial Board: New York's packed-with-policy budgets are disruptive attacks on transparency

The Editorial Board: New York's packed-with-policy budgets are disruptive attacks on transparency

The New York State budget is more than a month late because it's overloaded with policy. That should change. People are also reading… Buffalo...

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Derek Gee

Another Voice: We must advance this bill to aid local pharmacies and boost healthcare access

Another Voice: We must advance this bill to aid local pharmacies and boost healthcare access

Access to basic healthcare is becoming increasingly fragile across New York, and Western New York is no exception. People are also reading… Buffalo...

02.05.2026 9

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Bill Conrad

Letter: A Canadian thank you to Sabres fans

Letter: A Canadian thank you to Sabres fans

There was a story in the national news on April 29 describing how the fans at a hockey game in Buffalo stepped up and sang the Canadian national...

02.05.2026 10

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The Buffalo News

Letter: Not all Americans disrespect Canada

Letter: Not all Americans disrespect Canada

Many Canadians have taken issue with policies and comments out of the White House over the past while. My wife and I have many friends who will not...

02.05.2026 9

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The Buffalo News

Adam Zyglis: First Round Victory

Adam Zyglis: First Round Victory

The Buffalo Sabres dominated the Boston Bruins on the road, sending them to the second round for the first time in 19 years. Adam Zyglis: City of Good...

02.05.2026 10

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Adam Zyglis