🌱 Public Transit Task Force + Dyngus Day Parade Returns

Buffalo NY

16 March, 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: Some sun, then clouds; mild. High: 60 Low: 41. Attention, top law firms! We're now offering sponsorship opportunities for local firms interested in building lasting connections with clients in Buffalo. Click here to learn more. Here are the top 3 stories in Buffalo today: Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns has announced plans to create a new Public Transportation Task Force. In a letter to Kimberly Minkel, executive director of the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority, Kearns claimed to have received "numerous complaints" about public transportation services from residents of the county. The county clerk hopes the task force can rectify these concerns and plans to finalize initial membership by the end of the month. (Buffalo Rising)The annual Dyngus Day parade is set to return to Buffalo next month after taking a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The parade, which traditionally takes place on the day after Easter, is an ancient Polish tradition celebrating the end of Lenten restrictions and sacrifices. This year's parade will take place on Monday, Apr. 18, at 5:00 p.m. in the city's historic Polonia district. (WGRZ.com)Shea's Performing Arts Center has unveiled the lineup for its 2022-2023 Broadway Series. Featured shows include "The Prom," "Hadestown," and "Beetlejuice." The theater also announced two Special Engagements for the upcoming season: "Dear Evan Hansen" and "Disney's Aladdin." (WIVB.com - News 4) From our sponsor: Today's newsletter is brought to you by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. We all know that Ring is the leader in video doorbells for home security. But did you know that Ring now makes a home security system that is getting raves from consumer electronic experts? (Reviewers at CNET called the new system — known as the Ring Alarm Pro — "a giant leap for home security"). So why the kudos? In a nutshell: the Ring Alarm Pro can protect your home both online and off. It includes a built-in eero Wi-Fi 6 router to help you get reliable physical and digital security in one, innovative device. Now you can help protect your home with all of the benefits of the Ring Alarm, to keep your home safe and secure, while experiencing fast, reliable connectivity. To learn more about the system CNET called "the future of home security" or to build your own custom system, you can visit Ring here. Today in Buffalo: Free Tax Assistance With The VITA Program At Elaine M. Panty Branch Library (2:00 PM) Crane Book Club At James L. Crane Branch Library (Virtual) (3:30 PM) Kid's Craft Hour At J. P. Dudley Branch Library (4:00 PM) From my notebook: The University at Buffalo School of Nursing is hosting an extraordinary opportunity for Buffalo Public high school students to explore career opportunities in the nursing field. Applications for the 2022 Summer Nursing Program close May 1. (Facebook)The Buffalo Sabres are on the hunt for the Best Hockey Mom in town! Nominate your candidate today on the Sabres website. (Facebook) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Buffalo Charter School Fair (March 19) American Diabetes Association Diabetes Alert Day: Understand Your Risk (March 22) 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 You're officially in the loop 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.