Catholic Charities of Buffalo will offer a naturalization workshop for those looking to become United States citizens on May 15 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at 228 Albany St., Buffalo, the school site on the former Nativity Campus. Eligible candidates must be 18 years of age or older, have had a green card for at least four years and be able to read, write and speak basic English. Participants must bring: Green Cards for all family members; social security cards for each family member; two passport-sized photos of each applicant or $6 money order for each applicant to have photos taken; 2011 tax return and/or proof of Medicaid, food stamps or public assistance from the Department of Social Services or supplemental security income letter; list of all employment and addresses from the past five years; and list of all travel since becoming a permanent resident of the United States. Space is limited.

BUFFALO, NY - Shortly after Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced his Buffalo Billion program, he charged members of the Western New York Economic Development Council with the task of formulating the best way to use the enhanced state aid.

The group quickly identified tourism as an area of primary focus and on Tuesday was joined by Lt. Governor Robert Duffy, to announce that an additional $10 million will be pledged toward removing a one-mile section of the Robert Moses Parkway (south) near Niagara Falls State Park.

Niagara Falls Mayor Paul Dyster welcomed the news, as a long time proponent of removing what some have called an obstacle between the city of Niagara Falls and its waterfront.

Western New York Regional Economic Development Council Co-Chair Howard Zemsky said removing that section of the Parkway will boost economic development surrounding the city's tourism by enhancing the visitor experience.

Vince Schiano set off on a 4,000-mile bike ride last summer to raise money and awareness for young adults suffering from cancer.

Little did he know that his cross-country venture would also inspire three young women back “home” on Monteagle Ridge to join the cause this year.