McMurray drops out of Erie County Executive race
In an “open letter” posted to social media, Nate McMurray, who had announced less than a month ago that he would be seeking the seat of the Erie County Executive,…
Chrissy Casilio-Bluhm jumps into Erie County Executive race
Chrissy Casilio-Bluhm’s candidacy for the Erie County Executive has been rumored for days but an announcement this morning, made it official. Introduced as the candidate of choice from the Erie…
Higgins touts $256M for clean water initiatives
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced over $256,106,000 to New York from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure through this year’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF). The funding will…
Niagara County transfers cargo trailer to Niagara Active Hose Fire Company
Niagara County Legislator Chris Robins today announced that the Legislature has approved a resolution transferring a 2010 Sure Trac Cargo Trailer previously used by the Niagara County Department of Emergency…
Local politicians request FEMA to categorize Blizzard of ’22 as ‘snowstorm of record’
In a letter to President Joe Biden and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) and Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) are asking FEMA to recognize Winter Storm…
Higgins announces $7M in funding for BNIA
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced $7 million in federal funding, made possible through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, for the Buffalo Niagara International Airport. The award will be used to support…
BUFFALO HEALTHY LIVING: Jewish Family Services of WNY to host job fair
Jewish Family Services of Western New York continues to expand its programs, requiring additional staff to meet demand at its four operating locations. As a direct result, a Career Open…
Higgins to honor WNY Vietnam vets
In advance of Vietnam Veterans Day, Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) will hold an event to honor Western New York Vietnam veterans and to provide information about services and benefits available…
Falling tree kills woman in Alexander
On February 20, 2023 at 9:50 A.M., Troopers out of SP Batavia responded to a report of a tree falling on a woman at WNY Gas & Stream Engine Association…
Rep. Higgins honors 100th birthday of WWII vet on House floor
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) celebrated the 100th birthday of World War II veteran Paul Woods, recognizing his distinguished military service. Despite experiencing segregation first-hand throughout his lifetime, Woods dedicated his…