Friday, October 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Recent incidents in Western New York, including two pedestrians hit in crosswalks, underscore challenges in pedestrian safety despite community efforts and safety initiatives. The Buffalo News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Weinberg Campus faces financial crisis, leading to bounced paychecks for workers, amid efforts to transfer ownership to avoid closure. The Buffalo News
- ➤ Independent Health is reducing its workforce by 66 positions in Buffalo as a cost-saving strategy after exploring other financial alternatives. WGRZ
- ➤ Seibel Modern Manufacturing and Welding Corp. is set to build a 77,000-square-foot facility in Lancaster to consolidate its operations and support growth, aided by $1.28 million in tax breaks. The Buffalo News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo area experiences coldest morning of the season, with warmer days ahead and a mild winter forecasted, despite potential for short, harsh wintry spells. The Buffalo News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fillmore District councilmember Mitch Nowakowski introduced a resolution calling for an Airbnb ban in parts of Buffalo. WGRZ
- ➤ The New York Civil Liberties Union reveals a study on Buffalo Police indicating a low rate of officer discipline following internal investigations, spotlighting the need for enhanced accountability measures. The Buffalo News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Catholic Health's Nurse-Family Partnership, aiding first-time low-income mothers in Western New York, urgently requires additional funding to continue its support services. WGRZ
- ➤ Amy Lesakowski, a 15-year breast cancer survivor, co-founded the 11 Day Power Play, a hockey event raising funds for cancer research, amassing over $10 million for the cause. ABC 7
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Cornerstone Youth Sport Coaches Collaboration Meeting
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