BTPM News Top Stories
Steve Cichon
/
BTPM News
The latest planned events come just one week before early voting begins in New York State, in a high-stakes mid-term election year.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Luke Garrett / NPR News
-
Amanda Beland/WBURMaple syrup making is an ancient tradition that started with Indigenous communities in the Northeastern part of what is now North America. -
Albert Yee for NPRThe U.S. government is trying to end the dominance of high-quality, low-cost drones made in China. But more restrictions mean higher costs for cash-strapped police forces that rely on those drones.
More Local News from BTPM NPR
-
Diphtheria cases are extremely rare but officials in the West Seneca Central School District are acting “out of abundance of caution” to alert families. -
Authorities say the dead include a pregnant woman, children and other relatives at the shooter's home, where he also took his own life. -
The storm made landfall Friday near Destin, Florida. Forecasters warn of life-threatening storm surges and possible tornadoes in the Southeast over the weekend.
NOW PLAYING
Get the latest news and those driveway moments delivered directly to your inbox every weekday morning by signing up for the BTPM Newsletter: The BTPM News Daily.
On this episode of What’s Next?, The Belle Center's Executive Director Lucy Candelario discusses how the center has evolved alongside a changing neighborhood, the growing needs she sees in the community, and the partnerships helping the Belle Center connect residents with resources. We’ll also take a tour of the Belle Center to see the space and programs firsthand.
Regional News
-
The GOP rally for Gubernatorial Candidate Bruce Blakeman drew an estimated 1,500 - 2,000 supporters, while a slightly larger crowd protested outside. -
Donald Trump rallied supporters at the Oncenter in Syracuse, endorsing Bruce Blakeman and local Republicans while speaking on I-81, energy, and Micron. -
The state has opposed the natural gas pipeline, citing environmental concerns. -
New York Public News Network reporters Jimmy Vielkind and Samuel King talk about the latest developments at the State Capitol in Albany. -
Former students say Jane Doe’s rape allegations could have been avoided had the university heeded their calls for action. -
College President Susan Henking says claims about deteriorating buildings are overstated or incorrect. But the concerns are not misplaced.
NPR Top Stories
-
DNA left on a protective painting cover helped investigators recover two stolen Renoirs and uncover what they suspected were preparations for another art heist, a French prosecutor said Monday. -
Actor and disability rights advocate RJ Mitte, who brought a lifetime of experience with cerebral palsy to fictional family struggles in an essential role on "Breaking Bad," died Monday at age 34. -
Katie Zacharia worked for one of Trump's companies and raised her profile appearing on conservative-leaning talk shows. She also amplified right-wing conspiracy theories. Now she'll be the president's chief spokesperson. -
Nearly $22 million in taxpayers funds has been spent to air the ads, with nearly half spent after Trump promised to fund what the White House calls public service announcements through his super PAC. -
Authorities say Blair was physically abusive and injured two flight attendants while traveling from Los Angeles to New York. A Blair representative said she had a medical emergency aboard the plane.
Arts & Culture Beat
- Theater Talk: BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL (2nd Gen at Smith), while at Desiderio's Lisa Ludwig directs as Maria Pedro stars in NUTS, and DAVINCI CODE also continues at Road Less Traveled. Final weekend for 1776 the musical at Lancaster Opera House and the New Play Festival with First Look at Canterbury Woods. Anthony saw TOUT CASSE by Casey Grim at Buffalo Improve House. SEE LISTINGS!
- Theater Talk: A conversation with Buffalo's Daniel Croix Henderson, now on Broadway in THE IMAGINARY INVALID as "Cleante," remembering his years at BAVPA. Last weekend to see EMMA, BECKY SHAW, and HAIR. Click to see complete listings for local, Shaw, and Stratford shows.
- Theater Talk: Penelope Sergi delightful as EMMA at Irish Classical, DA VINCI CODE thrills at Road Less Traveled, Anthony chats this morning at Shawfest, more shows to see include MusicalFare's HAIR at Shea's 710, NUTS at Desiderio's, 1776 at Lancaster, BECKY SHAW at Alleyway, GUYS AND DOLLS at O'Connell & Co.
- Theater Talk celebrates CURTAIN UP! with its myriad of performances all over town. Listen then click through for complete listings. And Anthony returns to Shawfest 9/25 at 10am for a conversation with actors.
Disabilities Beat
- Disabilities Beat: What happens next for workers' health as Goodyear closes its Niagara Falls plant?
- Goodyear's Niagara Falls chemical plant to close
- Disabilities Beat: Options available this season for New York hunters with disabilities
- Paratransit activist Stephanie Speaker recognized as Erie County Citizen of the Month