🌱 Pothole Blitz + Buffalo's 'Troubled' Lead Levels + New Chatbot

Buffalo NY

21 February, 2022

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Hello again, Buffalo! Important update: You all, as readers, have made the Buffalo Daily so successful that it is my honor to announce the next stage of the newsletter. Patch is looking for a local writer and entrepreneur to take the helm of the Buffalo Daily. Although I have loved getting to know this community, we want to pass the torch to someone truly local to write about Buffalo long term. So if you're interested in earning extra income while making this newsletter a more valuable resource for your neighbors, learn more and apply here. First, today's weather: Periods of rain. High: 53 Low: 41. Here are the top three stories today in Buffalo: On Monday, Buffalo launched its "Pothole Blitz" to address recurring issues with large potholes on city roads. According to Buffalo Department of Public Works Commissioner Michael Finn, the fluctuating weather has caused constant freezing and thawing that's contributed to pothole development. Residents are asked to call the Department of Public Works' 311 line to report any pothole sightings. (Spectrum News)A Reuters article found high lead levels in Buffalo, designating it as a "Troubled Community" on its interactive lead levels map. According to the article, the city's "old housing and high poverty create the perfect conditions for one of the worst childhood lead poisoning problems in the country." To have your residence tested for lead, contact the City of Buffalo's "Lead Line." (Buffalo Rising)A professor at the University of Buffalo aims to use artificial intelligence (AI) to reach vulnerable, hard-to-reach segments of the population. Dr. Helen Wang, associate professor of communication at the university, is working with the Population Foundation of India to create an innovative chatbot for young people in India. The chatbot, named SnehAI, shares critical information about sexual and reproductive health in both Hindi and English. (Buffalo Patch) Today in Buffalo: Paper Flowers Drop-In Craft - Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (All Day) Lego Raffle - Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (All Day) Winter Reading Challenge - Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (All Day) TechKnow Class: Microsoft Excel - Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (10:00 AM) From my notebook: If you're looking to bring a new furry friend into your life, check out the adorable, adoptable pets in Buffalo area shelters. (Buffalo Patch)According to a recent list from Stacker, the top five highest-earning ZIP codes in the Buffalo metro area all have median annual household incomes over $90,000. See the full list here. (newyorkupstate.com)Who's hiring in Buffalo? Find your next job, courtesy of Patch and ZipRecruiter. (Buffalo Patch) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Learn How To Reduce Your Risk For Heart Disease During American Heart Month (February 28) Get A 'Taste Of Paradise' During This Exclusive Event At Atlantis (February 28) Add your event Loving the Buffalo Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see you soon. — Sean Peek About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.