County Legislator John Bargnesi

10/22/2026

🔧 Looking for a new career opportunity? The Workforce Buffalo Plumbing Career Pathway Program is now accepting applications!

Whether you've recently been laid off, are looking for steady employment or have experienced a loss of household income, this program can help you gain the skills and training needed to pursue a career in the plumbing industry!

✅ Day and evening classes available at Erie 1 BOCES
✅ Eligible applicants may qualify for full tuition funding
✅ Applicants must be 18 or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent

📅 Application deadline for January classes: December 11, 2026.

Take the next step toward a new career and apply today! ⬇️
https://wfd.e1b.org/student-services/registration-application-trades

10/22/2026

In this month’s Ken-Ton Bee column, I wanted to celebrate Italian Heritage Month and recognize the strong Italian-American community here in Buffalo. With deep Italian roots in our region and in my own family, celebrating our heritage and honoring where our families came from is important to me.

10/22/2026

Governor Hochul announced she has secured a Physical Disaster Declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for Erie County and the contiguous counties of Niagara, Genesee, Wyoming, Cattaraugus and Chautauqua following severe flooding from September 3 storms.

10/21/2026

Attention, college-bound! SUNY - The State University of New York is waiving application fees in celebration of College Application Month.

From now until Monday, Nov. 2, students may apply to up to five SUNY campuses at no cost. Fee waivers ➡ https://www.suny.edu/applysuny/

10/20/2026

Texas Roadhouse Law & Order Fundraising Night

Support Special Olympics New York
Thursday, October 22, 2026
5:00- 8:00pm

900 Young Street
Tonawanda, NY 14150
716-692-0457

10% DONATION NIGHT
Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of the total food purchase to Special Olympics New York

Dine in or take out

Donate directly to Special Olympics New York by scanning the QR code below:

Gee you at Texas Roadhouse!

10/20/2026

MEAT! MEAT! MEAT! 🐮🐷🐔

Buy your tickets today for the annual HSA Meat Raffle on Saturday, November 21s! Doors open at 5 pm and the first spin will be at 6 pm. Text SJSMEATS to 41444 to get your tickets.

Our Meat Queen, Mrs. Fisher, is also looking for volunteers to help make this event a success! Text MEATQUEEN to 41444 to sign up to volunteer.

10/20/2026

New York State Supreme Court Justice Frank Caruso was honored at the annual Italian Heritage Gala on Saturday night, where he announced that he will be retiring after 20 years on the State Supreme Court bench and a preceding 12 years as Tonawanda Town Justice. Read Jacquie Walker's story here: https://www.wivb.com/jacquie-walker/the-epitome-of-a-gentleman-honored-at-italian-heritage-gala/

10/19/2026

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10/14/2026

Peaceprints of WNY is receiving national attention alongside Dion Dawkins for their work helping young people get a second chance and build a better future.

I want to thank Dion Dawkins for continuing to give back to the Buffalo community and using his platform to make a difference.

Peaceprints of WNY is a great organization that provides support for individuals working toward a fresh start. The work they do is making a real difference in our community and it is great to see their mission being recognized on a national level.

Bills offensive tackle Dion Dawkins volunteers as a mentor to young...

10/14/2026

I would like to extend my appreciation to the Mount St. Mary Academy Marching Band for joining us at the Italian Heritage Parade. It was great to see the students represent their school and be part of a celebration that recognizes the traditions and culture that mean so much to our community.

This particular marching band is unique because they are the only all-girls marching band in New York State, making their participation an especially meaningful part of the celebration.

Mount St. Mary Academy holds a special place for my family, as it's both of my daughter’s alma mater, making their participation even more meaningful.