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Clive Davis, music titan behind Whitney Houston, dies at 94

Clive Davis, music titan behind Whitney Houston, dies at 94

Clive Davis, one of the most influential record moguls in music history and the mastermind behind the careers of Whitney Houston, Barry Manilow,...

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Melissa Ruggieri Usa Today

My View: Read to Succeed provides an enjoyable and fulfilling volunteering experience

My View: Read to Succeed provides an enjoyable and fulfilling volunteering experience

As a parent and grandparent, I know firsthand the impact literacy-rich environments have had on our children and grandchildren. My children grew up...

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Jeffrey Johnson

Letter: Data centers can be developed wisely

Letter: Data centers can be developed wisely

The Town of Tonawanda needs to take advantage of its unused real estate and make it a win-win proposition with a new data center. The key is a...

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The Buffalo News

Letter: Braver Angels provides connection

Letter: Braver Angels provides connection

On, June 13, the Buffalo News ran an opinion piece from Kristen Scott Kennedy with some lessons about bringing Americans together, including that...

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The Buffalo News

Another Voice: A consistent life ethic values the dignity and value of all human life

Another Voice: A consistent life ethic values the dignity and value of all human life

There is a philosophy that holds human life to be inherently valuable. Not conditional on age, nationality or what a court has decided – but simply...

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Caroline Bennett

Viewpoints: What makes the US so special? It has nothing to do with exclusion.

Viewpoints: What makes the US so special? It has nothing to do with exclusion.

People celebrate during the Bicentennial Parade in Chicago in 1976. This country is special because it was formed by the infusion of people eager to...

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Jon Boorstin Chicago Tribune

The Editorial Board: In North Tonawanda, DigiPower X is a model of corporate insensitivity

The Editorial Board: In North Tonawanda, DigiPower X is a model of corporate insensitivity

Community members in North Tonawanda have had to put up with noise and emissions from DigiPower X long enough.  North Tonawanda crypto company now...

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Libby Marchbuffalo News

My View: On one memorable night, two Buffalo hockey fans were insiders at the NHL draft

My View: On one memorable night, two Buffalo hockey fans were insiders at the NHL draft

In June 1991, Buffalo hosted the National Hockey League draft. I made plans with my friend Harry to watch it in person at old Memorial Auditorium. The...

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Peter Corrigan

Another Voice: Presence of ICE does not contribute to a vibrant downtown Buffalo

Another Voice: Presence of ICE does not contribute to a vibrant downtown Buffalo

Mayor Sean Ryan recently announced a series of initiatives aimed at creating vibrant public spaces in downtown Buffalo. He noted that "a vibrant...

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Shawn Marseille And Harper Bishop

My View: Positives and negatives of smartphone reliance are tough to sort out

My View: Positives and negatives of smartphone reliance are tough to sort out

My friends and I are sitting at a restaurant, with our cellphones on the table, like extensions to our conversation. The dings and rings disrupt our...

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Vickie Rubin

Another Voice: The food we serve should reflect the medicine we practice

Nutrition science is clear: plant-based foods, and the dietary patterns built around them, promote both individual and planetary health. The harder...

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Varun Chowdhry And Thomas Madejski

Letter: Socrates set the example

Letter: Socrates set the example

In an age when many believed pagan philosophers belonged in Hell, Erasmus wrote, “Sancte Socrates, ora pro nobis” — “Saint Socrates, pray for...

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The Buffalo News

My View: Walking instead of running turns out to be just as satisfying, maybe more

My View: Walking instead of running turns out to be just as satisfying, maybe more

“I’m afraid the MRI shows that you have a degree of spinal stenosis. That’s why you are experiencing pain and a burning sensation soon after you...

19.06.2026 3

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Mike Silverman

Another Voice: The VA Western New York Healthcare System is dedicated to delivering for veterans

Another Voice: The VA Western New York Healthcare System is dedicated to delivering for veterans

As a health system specialist with the executive leadership team of the VA Western New York Healthcare System and a veteran who receives my own care...

19.06.2026 2

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Sean Lindstrom

Letter: Big Boy was thrilling to watch

Letter: Big Boy was thrilling to watch

As a child of a "train man," I was thrilled to see the legendary Big Boy 4104 on its historic trip through Buffalo. Catch the latest in...

19.06.2026 2

The Buffalo News

The Buffalo News

The Editorial Board: Western New Yorkers are celebrating soccer, Shakespeare and gardens

The Editorial Board: Western New Yorkers are celebrating soccer, Shakespeare and gardens

The World Cup match between the United States and Paraguay is projected Friday onto Silo City at Duende. Public watch parties for the World Cup are...

19.06.2026 5

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The Editorial Board

Another Voice: Film studio in Cattaraugus County could strengthen regional creative economy

Another Voice: Film studio in Cattaraugus County could strengthen regional creative economy

Western New York's film industry has experienced remarkable growth over the past decade, generating hundreds of millions of dollars annually and...

18.06.2026 5

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The Buffalo News

Letter: America should get back to basics

Letter: America should get back to basics

In my opinion our country and Americans need a reset in the basics, all of which are outlined in the Constitution. We are distancing ourselves from...

18.06.2026 5

The Buffalo News

The Buffalo News

Letter: Hochul should sign data center moratorium

Letter: Hochul should sign data center moratorium

A one-year moratorium to stop the excessive growth of data centers without further investigation into water usage, energy rate increases, and...

18.06.2026 4

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The Buffalo News

Adam Zyglis: Toxic Waste

Adam Zyglis: Toxic Waste

The DEC launched an investigation into toxic chemicals found in Cayuga Island soil in Niagara Falls. Adam Zyglis: Attorney General Nominee Trump has...

17.06.2026 6

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Adam Zyglis

Adam Zyglis: Artificial Intelligence

Adam Zyglis: Artificial Intelligence

AI has been decimating industries, and yet remains largely unregulated.  Adam Zyglis: Toxic Waste The DEC launched an investigation into toxic...

17.06.2026 6

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Adam Zyglis

My View: Squares of lighted windows are a metaphor for hope in a dark world

My View: Squares of lighted windows are a metaphor for hope in a dark world

Eyes are windows to the soul, or so they say. Certainly eyes are the most beautiful part of our anatomy, our most luminous, mystical and expressive...

17.06.2026 6

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Pete Howard

Another Voice: Don't miss the opportunity to take advantage of 529 savings accounts

Another Voice: Don't miss the opportunity to take advantage of 529 savings accounts

It’s never too soon to start financial planning for your children’s educational future. The rising cost of living, education and professional...

17.06.2026 4

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Marc Bernstein

Letter: Letter on Aud site seemed discriminatory

Letter: Letter on Aud site seemed discriminatory

I have long been amused by the fact that discrimination on the basis of race or sex is forbidden, but not on the basis of money. So, now we have a...

17.06.2026 5

The Buffalo News

The Buffalo News

Letter: Loud and incessant train horns a problem in Angola

Letter: Loud and incessant train horns a problem in Angola

Until the loud train horns on Main St. in the village of Angola go away, the quality of life will probably never be up to par with the village of East...

17.06.2026 4

The Buffalo News

The Buffalo News

The Editorial Board: Broadway-Fillmore residents will take the reins on neighborhood transformation

The Editorial Board: Broadway-Fillmore residents will take the reins on neighborhood transformation

Development that renews neighborhoods from the ground up is about to take its first steps. There is reason to hope an innovative form of community...

17.06.2026 6

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Derek Geebuffalo News

The Editorial Board: New York legislators have failed to act on affordable health care for residents

The Editorial Board: New York legislators have failed to act on affordable health care for residents

There has been a disturbing lack of action from Albany as 450,000 New Yorkers stand to lose their affordable health insurance. People are also...

16.06.2026 6

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The Editorial Board

Another Voice: Executive raises for Buffalo Schools superintendent's cabinet are not justified at this time

Another Voice: Executive raises for Buffalo Schools superintendent's cabinet are not justified at this time

As a member of the Buffalo Board of Education, one of my responsibilities is to be a good steward of taxpayer dollars while keeping students at the...

16.06.2026 4

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Stephon Wright

Letter: Goals for Canalside should be clarified

Letter: Goals for Canalside should be clarified

While the state’s plan for the North Aud block at Canalside may well increase the number of “affordable” apartments there, it will do little if...

16.06.2026 5

The Buffalo News

The Buffalo News

My View: Is revenge sweet? Not for a famous character from French fiction

Recently, I watched the eight-episode drama, “The Count of Monte Cristo,” on Buffalo Toronto Public Media. The story was written by Alexandre...

15.06.2026 7

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Margaret Tyrrell

Another Voice: Buffalo firefighters need to participate in the national cancer registry

Firefighting in Buffalo entails constant engagement with environments shaped by dense urban neighborhoods and a deep-rooted industrial legacy marked...

15.06.2026 8

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Cristina Johnson

Letter: Stadium tours should be offered

Letter: Stadium tours should be offered

The Bill's new stadium looks great and it will be great to go see the Bills win in the stadium – if you can afford it. That being said what...

15.06.2026 5

The Buffalo News

The Buffalo News

Letter: It's time for proportional representation

Letter: It's time for proportional representation

On America’s Semiquincentennial, our 250th year of liberty, I call on our state and federal representatives and senators to take America seriously....

15.06.2026 7

The Buffalo News

The Buffalo News

The Editorial Board: Judicial bill rightly recognizes more than a century of demographic change

The Editorial Board: Judicial bill rightly recognizes more than a century of demographic change

Legislation that adjusts New York's judicial districts is needed and should be signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul. Lawmakers pass bill to create an Erie...

15.06.2026 6

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Derek Gee

Hurricanes shut down Golden Knights in Game 6 to clinch franchise's 2nd Stanley Cup title

Hurricanes shut down Golden Knights in Game 6 to clinch franchise's 2nd Stanley Cup title

LAS VEGAS -- Rod Brind'Amour captained the Carolina Hurricanes to their first Stanley Cup in 2006. People are also reading… Erie County...

14.06.2026 9

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Steve guiremand field level media

US, Iran reach peace deal, signing set for Friday, Pakistan says

US, Iran reach peace deal, signing set for Friday, Pakistan says

WASHINGTON — U.S. and Iranian officials said Sunday they agreed on a peace framework for a deal to end their war, halt the U.S. blockade of Iran...

14.06.2026 8

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Parisa hafezi and phil stewart reuters

My View: An invitation to Bills fans as the new stadium opens - take a seat, please

My View: An invitation to Bills fans as the new stadium opens - take a seat, please

As we all look forward to the opening of the new Bills stadium, I am on a one-man crusade to make this a great experience for all fans by asking...

14.06.2026 10

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Larry Zielinski

Another Voice: After auto insurance reform, Hochul should target construction insurance

Another Voice: After auto insurance reform, Hochul should target construction insurance

Albany doesn't hand out wins like this often. Gov. Hochul just defeated one of the most powerful special interests in state government − the...

14.06.2026 9

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Elizabeth Crowley

The Editorial Board: Between two excellent choices for Senate, a slight edge goes to Rivera

The Editorial Board: Between two excellent choices for Senate, a slight edge goes to Rivera

Incumbent State Sen. Jeremy Zellner will face Assemblyman Jonathan Rivera in the Democratic primary for the 61st District on June 23. An assemblyman...

14.06.2026 7

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Derek Gee

Viewpoints: Want AI governance? Then it's time to unleash some 'crackpot schemes'

Viewpoints: Want AI governance? Then it's time to unleash some 'crackpot schemes'

The University at Buffalo's Center for Translational AI and Digital Health builds on UB’s strengths in artificial intelligence, wearable...

14.06.2026 6

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Kevin Frazier The Fulcrum

Knicks defeat Spurs in Game 5 of NBA Finals to snap 53-year title drought

Knicks defeat Spurs in Game 5 of NBA Finals to snap 53-year title drought

The New York Knicks, for the first time in 53 seasons and third time in their storied history, are champions of the NBA. People are also reading…...

13.06.2026 10

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Lorenzo reyes and elizabeth flores usa today

Letter: Data center will be bad for Tonawanda

Letter: Data center will be bad for Tonawanda

I am writing this letter in response to the data center being planned for the Town of Tonawanda. People are also reading… Alan Pergament: Where is...

13.06.2026 5

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The Buffalo News

My View: The Little Free Library movement helps unite communities

My View: The Little Free Library movement helps unite communities

“You’ll never do it,” she told me. My daughter knows I’m a procrastinator, but she also knows that I’ll do almost anything when faced with a...

13.06.2026 9

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Bill Miess