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Exploring Buffalo NY the city of good neighbors
Unless you're a native you don't know Buffalo NY. It is a surprisingly "warm" place. It is call the city of GOOD NEIGHBORS for a reason! The Informed NY Team put together this list of some amazing places and things to do in Buffalo that you should really check out!
The cherry blossom trees are the stars of springtime
The Cherry Blossom Trees are the Stars of Springtime. Few people outside the Buffalo area realize that the city boasts its own breathtaking display of cherry blossoms, rivaling more famous locations. Many of these stunning trees can be found in Buffalo’s Japanese...
When Good Intentions Miss the Mark — Bill A00914
When Good Intentions Miss the Mark and Insults the Medical Professionals: A Closer Look at Bill A00914Now passed into law, A00914 requires the New York Department of Health to evaluate and recommend “best practices” for maternal and birthing care, aiming to ensure...
Marjorie Byrnes: Called to serve.
Marjorie Byrnes: Called to serve. written by L BurghardtMarjorie Byrnes has been serving in some capacity virtually her whole adult life. Marjorie spent 32 years within the court system serving as an assistant district attorney for Monroe County, as court attorney to...
Assembly Bill A01475
Assembly Bill A01475 Governor Hochul signed into law A01475 that will now mandate that hospitals collect specific details about a patient’s potential disability needs. On its face it seems like a good idea but it comes with significant downsides. While it allows...
The Protection of Women & Girls in Sports Act
The Protection ofWomen & Girls in Sports ActAs of Feb 26th the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 (H.R. 28) has passed the House and is now awaiting consideration in the Senate. This bill seeks to amend Title IX to ensure that women’s and girls’...
Giant Step to Stop Sexually Violent Predators
Giant Step to Stop Sexually Violent PredatorsH.R. 779, the Stop Sexually Violent Predators Act has been introduced by Representative Darrell Issa to increase safeguards against convicted sexual predators. A cornerstone of the bill is mandatory state reporting. States...
The New York Auto Show
Buckle up. The New York International Auto Show is back, and it’s bigger, bolder, and faster than ever. From April 18 to 27, 2025, the Jacob Javits Convention Center will transform into the ultimate automotive playground—packed with powerful super cars, cutting-edge...
Early Spring Adventures in New York
Awakening the Wild: Early Spring Adventures in New YorkAs winter melts away, New York State’s outdoors comes alive with the promise of spring. This is the time to embrace the season of renewal, trading snow boots for hiking boots and exploring some of the state’s most...
Pearl River St. Patrick’s Day
Pearl River -St. Patrick’s Day Every March, on the Sunday following the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in New York City, the streets of Pearl River come alive with the skirl of bagpipes, the sight of an emerald-green line painted down Central Avenue, and the unmistakable...
Governor Hochul just signed a dangerous bill into law
Governor Hochul just signed a dangerous bill into lawLaws - the Good the Bad, or the Ugly tell us your thoughtsWe should not go quietly. Weigh In!This new law removes the Director of the Office for the Aging from making decisions on Alzheimer’s and dementia-related...
March Madness: A Slam Dunk for New York Basketball Fans
March Madness is about to take over our screens. This year’s tournament is set to begin with Selection Sunday on March 16, 2025, followed by the First Four games on March 18-19, and culminating in the Final Four on April 5 and the National Championship on April 7. For...