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News from February 2024

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Congresswoman Tenney Introduces Legislation to Recognize the Rightful Name of Judea and Samaria

By Niagara Leader | Feb 29, 2024

Washington, DC - Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) introduced the RECOGNIZING Judea and Samaria Act, which requires all official United States documents and materials to use the term "Judea and Samaria" instead of the "West Bank." Joining her as cosponsors are Representatives Randy Weber (TX-14) and Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04).The term "Judea and Samaria" holds significant historical importance as it dates back millennia to the ancient Kingdoms of Judah and Samaria. Congresswoman Tenney emphasized, "The Israeli people have an undeniable and indisputable historical and...

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Congresswoman Tenney Introduces the Ensuring States Support Law Enforcement Act

By Niagara Leader | Feb 28, 2024

Washington, DC – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today introduced the Ensuring States Support Law Enforcement Act to require each state’s Department of Motor Vehicles to share information and data with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) is an original cosponsor of this legislation. Specifically, this bill requires the Department of Motor Vehicles to provide information to DHS in order to receive funds through the Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program. This will enable federal immigration authorities to access...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Niagara County in week ending Feb. 24?

By Niagara Leader | Feb 27, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Niagara County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Niagara County rise or fall in 2021?

By Niagara Leader | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Niagara County received $4.4 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Congresswoman Tenney Announces Launch of Community Project Funding Process for Fiscal Year 2025

By Niagara Leader | Feb 27, 2024

Washington, DC – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today announced the initiation of the Community Project Funding (CPF) process for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25), inviting local leaders to participate. Tenney highlighted the significance of this initiative, stating, "Instead of relying on bureaucrats to make critical funding decisions, this process provides transparency, accountability, and rigorous oversight with congressional input."According to Tenney, all CPF applications supported by her office must adhere to stringent eligibility criteria outlined in the...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Niagara County in week ending Feb. 24?

By Niagara Leader | Feb 26, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Niagara County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Statement From Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt On Democrats Latest Partisan Gerrymandering Attempt

By Niagara Leader | Feb 26, 2024

Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt has expressed strong criticism towards Albany Democrats for their latest actions in the redistricting process. Ortt condemned the Democrats' move to deviate from the fair maps approved by a bipartisan vote of the Independent Redistricting Commission, accusing them of engaging in partisan gerrymandering.Ortt highlighted the Democrats' history of manipulating the redistricting process to serve their own interests, stating, "Since the creation of the IRC, Democrats have continually circumvented the will of New Yorkers and attempted to rig...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Niagara County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Feb. 24

By Niagara Leader | Feb 25, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Niagara County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Niagara Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26?

By Niagara Leader | Feb 25, 2024

These former Niagara Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26.

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Niagara Leader area weekly mass times

By Niagara Leader | Feb 24, 2024

The following parishes in the Niagara Leader coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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3rd largest nursing home in Niagara County as of Q4 2023

By Niagara Leader | Feb 23, 2024

With an overall rating of one, Newfane Rehabilitation and Health Care Center was the third largest nursing home in Niagara County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Niagara County in week ending Feb. 17

By Niagara Leader | Feb 23, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Niagara County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 17, according to GasBuddy.com.

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How much did farmers in Niagara County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Niagara Leader | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Niagara County received $1,624,975 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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North Gate Health Care Facility was 2nd largest nursing home in Niagara County as of Q4 2023

By Niagara Leader | Feb 22, 2024

Boasting an overall rating of four, North Gate Health Care Facility was the second largest nursing home in Niagara County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Congresswoman Tenney Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition

By Niagara Leader | Feb 22, 2024

Oswego, NY – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today announced that her office is accepting submissions for the 2024 Congressional Art Competition from high school students in New York's 24th District.Since 1982, high school students from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories have been invited by members of the U.S. House of Representatives to participate in this esteemed nationwide art competition. Over the years, this competition has provided a platform for over 10,000 works of art to be exhibited and celebrated.The contest winner will have...

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What was largest nursing home in Niagara County as of Q4 2023?

By Niagara Leader | Feb 21, 2024

Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence, the largest nursing home in Niagara County, aided an average of 122 residents per day during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Niagara County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Feb. 17

By Niagara Leader | Feb 20, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Niagara County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 17, according to GasBuddy.com.

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A look at North Gate Health Care Facility, a nursing home in North Tonawanda, New York

By Niagara Leader | Feb 19, 2024

Owned by Vestra SPV1, LLC and Vestra SPV2, LLC since Dec. 23, 2020, North Gate Health Care Facility boasted an overall rating of four in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Niagara County in week ending Feb. 17?

By Niagara Leader | Feb 18, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Niagara County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 17, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Niagara County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?

By Niagara Leader | Feb 18, 2024

Owned by four stakeholders since June 19, 2012, Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Center had an overall rating of one in the fourth quarter of 2023.