🌱 #VaxForKids At Johnnie B. Wiley + Will NFTA Restore Service?

Buffalo NY

23 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: Times of clouds and sun. High: 29 Low: 21. Here are the top three stories in Buffalo today: Governor Kathy Hochul has announced an additional 39 #VaxForKids pop-up vaccination sites across the state, with five planned for Western New York. The goal of the clinics is to increase vaccination rates among children between the ages of 5 and 11. Buffalo's Johnnie B. Wiley Sports Pavilion will host a clinic this Saturday, Feb. 26 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (WGRZ)In early February, the Niagara Frontier Transit Authority (NFTA) cut service in response to labor shortages. This Tuesday, the Buffalo Common Council unanimously adopted a resolution asking the NFTA to restore the cuts immediately. In an effort to address the root problem of understaffing, the council is also asking the NFTA to develop a driver hiring program with application assistance and significant incentives. (WGRZ) A Buffalo native actress will star in a 2022 Christmas movie called "Romance On Ice." Charlene Amoia plays the best friend of an Olympic figure skater in the TV movie, which has been filming locally this week. Amoia, currently based in Los Angeles, said returning to her hometown for the shoot has been "the best." (WIVB 4) From our sponsor: Hey Buffalo, are you looking to buy a house, refinance or just explore your options? Check out the new Patch Mortgage Center for all your home financing needs! Today in Buffalo: The Broadway Market At Buffalo's Historic Broadway (8:00 AM) From my notebook: A Buffalo couple has pleaded guilty to drug conspiracy charges after an alleged heroin sale led to the death of a man in 2019. (WIVB 4)The Western New York region has seen several restaurants shut down amid the pandemic. Step Out Buffalo has compiled a list of local eateries that have closed for good between 2020 and today. (Step Out Buffalo) Though we're still squarely in winter, Buffalo sailing programs are gearing up for the 2022 season! (Buffalo Rising) 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 That's it for today! See you tomorrow morning for another update. — 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.