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Buffalo — The Imperial Court of Buffalo (ICOB) is celebrating 23 years of hard work and as the court members say, noble deeds as a non-profit fundraising organization wthat assists numerous charities in the Western New York area. full story

Peace Corps Announces New Service Opportunity for Same-Sex Couples

Washington D.C. — Peace Corps Deputy Director Carrie Hessler-Radelet today announced that the agency will begin accepting applications from same-sex domestic partners who want to serve together as volunteers overseas. Same-sex couples may begin the application process starting Monday, June 3. full story

White House Highlights: Harvey Milk Champions of Change

Washington D.C. — On Wednesday, May 22nd, the White House will honor ten openly LGBT elected or appointed officials as �Harvey Milk Champions of Change.� The event falls on Harvey Milk�s birthday and will recognize these individuals for their commitment to equality and public service. full story

Diversity Prom: First Prom WNY LGBT Youth and Allies Set for June 7

Buffalo — Gay & Lesbian Youth Services of Western New York (GLYS) is excited to announce a first for Western New York. A prom for area youth ages 14-19 who- if they ask a date - will be free to bring the person of their choice. full story

LGBT Issues Part of June 20th Free Senior Citizen Law Day

Buffalo— Erie County Department of Senior Services announces that on June 20thfrom 8:30am-1:00pm Elder Law Day will be held at the Adam�s Mark Hotel in downtown Buffalo. full story

Every Student Has A Choice When It Comes To Bullying

When you are in high school, everything seems to matter so much - from wearing the right clothes to hanging around with the right friends and from getting the right grades to getting accepted to the right college. The need to fit in and be accepted is felt by every single student regardless of race, sexuality, social status or physical appearance. Even "popular" kids feel the need to fit it, which is exactly the reason why some students choose to participate in bullying. I use the word "choose" because every student has a choice not to participate. They can choose to be above bullying. They can choose to reach out and support other students rather than to turn a blind eye or cut them down. But unfortunately, some students don't have the courage or fortitude to make the right choice. full story

LGBTQ Youth can contact Gay and Lesbian Youth Services of WNY by calling 855-0221 or through their website www.glyswny.com. Other support numbers for youth include the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 and the Suicide Hotline at 1-800-784-8433.

Local News

Don't Fear the Fever

Amherst, N.Y. — Most people automatically think that a fever is something bad that should be lowered as quickly as possible.

Not so fast! full story

Are Your Feet Killing Your Back?

Amherst, N.Y. — They carry us everywhere we want to go and support virtually every sized and shaped body frame. They are thrust into narrow spaces, where they are pinched, or raised up on four-inch platforms to give us height. They fall victim to bunions, calluses, plantar warts, and blisters and we subject them to hot sand, hard gravel and stones in the summer. Once in awhile we treat them to a pedicure � how nice! And believe it or not � they may actually be the cause of that pain in your lower back! We�re talking about feet. full story

Bill Maher Coming To Kleinhans July 14

BUFFALO— Comedian Bill Maher brings his latest comedy tour to Kleinhans Music Hall in Buffalo at 7:30 p.m Sunday, July 14. Audiences can expect hard-hitting, no-holds-barred, topical comedy on the most important issues of the day. full story

Gay & Lesbian Youth Lead WNYers To Lobby Day In State Capitol

Albany, N.Y>— Today, a group of over 40 lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (lgbt) youth and adults from Buffalo and Western New York organized by Gay and Lesbian Youth Services of WNY joined more than 700 lgbt New Yorkers and their allies that have travelled to Albany for the Empire State Pride Agenda�s annual lobby day, LGBT Equality & Justice Day. New Yorkers from all walks of life called on the legislature to finally pass the Gender Expression Non-Discrimination Act (GENDA), the statewide transgender civil rights bill; pushed elected officials to support the Child-Parent Security Act, which would provide more options for creating and protecting families in New York State; and urged the government to fund programs for runaway and homeless youth and other vital organizations that provide health services to the LGBT community. full story

Annual Buffalo Brunch Honors Four

Buffalo— Seventeen Years ago four volunteers who had just finished organizing and leading the first and only political campaign that elected an openly lgbt person to an elective office in Wester New York organized a brunch in Buffalo to raise money for the Empire State Pride Agenda. full story

Brazen-faced Varlets Present: Oedipus: Fate, Folks, Fun And Fabulousness!

BUFFALO—Brazen-Faced Varlets, a feminist thespian troupe who challenges, provokes and delights to inspire artistic growth will present a brand new, world premiere comedic adaptation of the ancient Greek Tragedy Oedipus Rex, entitled OEDIPUS REX: A FABULOUS TRAVESTY IN ONE ACT! by Buffalo playwright Michael O'Donohoe. full story

5 Mistakes Americans Make Reporting Taxable Income On Tax Returns

EL SEGUNDO, CA — In the race to meet tax deadlines, Americas are forgetting to include all sources of taxable income on their tax returns. Personal finance resource www.GoBankingRates.com investigates the five most common mistakes Americans make when reporting their total income to the IRS. full story

Buffalo Police Officer Patty Parete Laid To Rest

Buffalo —Hundreds of law enforcement officials, civilians and spectators lined several blocks of Delaware Avenue this morning to say a final goodbye to Buffalo Police Officer Patricia A. Parete. full story

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Buffalo Police Officer Patty Parete Dies; A Heroic Cop Who Was Also A Brave Lesbian

Buffalo — Patricia Parete, the police officer who was shot and paralyzed while on duty in December 2006, has died, according to the Buffalo Police Benevolent Association. full story

College Scholarships For WNY LGBT Students

Buffalo— A growing number of scholarships are devoted exclusively to students who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender(lgbt). Some scholarships are available nationally, and other scholarships are exclusively devoted to students from specific geographic regions. These populations have become much more visible within higher education, but still face formidable social challenges. Scholarships reflect the trend in diversity: encourage students of all backgrounds to participate to their highest potential. full story

Financial Considerations for Gay and Lesbian Couples Getting Married in New York

Congratulations to couples getting married under New York State's new provision for civil marriage. For many couples "taking the plunge," legal and financial matters are issues you began talking about long ago, as many of the couples getting married have been committed to each other for many years, perhaps even decades. For others, this time presents an opportunity to have serious conversations about matters you may not have discussed before. As with any couple, it is wise to have very matter-of-fact conversations about priorities and planning before entering into a marriage contract. full story

Fair Marriage Laws in New York: Frequently Asked Questions (2011)

Now that same-sex couples have the freedom to marry in New York, the NYCLU has compiled a guide to answer some frequently asked questions about the new law. Please note: This brief overview is not intended to provide individualized legal advice. For further information, or if you feel that you have encountered discrimination related to your marriage, contact the NYCLU by phone at (212) 607-3300 or email. full story

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Buffalo — On Sunday, July 24 I had the pleasure of being a guest on the WBEN AM Radio 930 Hardline show with host Dave Debo. We had great fun talking about the day's marriages and the reprecussions for society and the political landscape. full story

2010 Murder Of Gay Buffalo Man Remains Unsolved; Mother Asks For Help

BUFFALO— Christopher Rudow's January 2010 death was caused by blunt force trauma. A neighbor in a downstairs apartment heard a prolong struggle that night coming from Rudow's apartment but turned up the volume of the music to drown out the sound. full story

Be Careful Out There - Safe isn't just about Sex

The New York City Anti-Violence Project, which greatly contributed to 1997 local efforts to combat Anti-Gay Violence, has developed the following Safety and caution advisories. full story

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Gay Man Found Dead In His Buffalo Apartment

BUFFALO —WIVB-TV reports that Buffalo Police found his body in his apartment on Tuesday. full story

Signs Of Progress: West Point Cadet Takes His BF To School Dance

Buffalo — From the Facebook page of Knights Out, the West Point alumni support group for LGBT soldiers: full story

NYS Highest Court Dismisses Attempt To Repeal Marriage Equality

Albany, New York— New York State Appellate Court today upheld Marriage Equality in New York State by dismissing the suit brought by New Yorkers for Constitutional Freedoms, an anti-gay group that was created by out of state interest in an attempt to interfere with the civil rights of New York State residents. full story

GENDA Passes NYS Assembly, Awaits Action By Senate

Buffalo — The New York State Assembly today, passed the Gender Expression Non-Discrimination Act (GENDA) for the fifth time, with broad bipartisan support. Now the State Senate will decide if the law that will strengthen current laws that prevent discrimination based upon gender. Current law out laws gender discrimination but does not specify transgendered individuals. full story

Minnesota Becomes 12th State To Pass Marriage Equality. Gov To Sign

St. Paul, Minn — Just six months after voters in Minnesota voted to defeat a proposed constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage, the state legislature today passed legislation providing equal access to civil marriages for gay and lesbian couples. Once Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton has stated that he will sign the bill making Minnesota the twelfth state with marriage equality and the third state this month to pass marriage equality legislation, following Rhode Island and Delaware. full story

Marriage Equality: Delaware Makes Eleven!

Dover. Del — Today, Tuesday May 7, 2013, the Delaware state Senate passed marriage equality legislation, putting the First State on track to become the eleventh state in America where gay and lesbian couples can legally marry. The legislation, which passed with bipartisan support in both houses, will be signed into law by the Delaware Governor later today. Same-sex couples can begin applying for marriage licenses July 1st of this year. full story

Chafee Signs Law Making Rhode Island The Tenth Marriage Equality State

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island governor Lincoln Chafee signed a law legalizing marriage equality for same-sex couples today, Thursday May 2, 2013. Chafee signed the bill shortly after its passage Rhode Island state House. full story

Every State Showing Gains In Public Support For Same-sex Marriage

LOS ANGELES, CA.— Every state has seen increases in support for same-sex marriage over the last eight years, according to new analysis by Williams Institute Public Opinion Project Director, Andrew Flores; and Williams Senior Scholar of Public Policy, Scott Barclay. full story

LGBT Teen Suicide: New Study Reveals Pervasiveness Of Cyberbullying

New York City — In the wake of the September 18, 2011 suicide of Amherst, New York's Williamsville North High School Freshman Jamey Rodenmeyer, long term bullying via the internet has been starkly apparent through Jamey's Twitter, Formspring and Tumblr accounts. A new study reveals that more than half of all 14-24 Year olds have experienced digital abuse, 1 in 3 have sent or received â€œsextâ€ Messages, and 1 in 2 regularly see discriminatory language used in social media. full story

IRS Offers Q & A for Same-Sex Couples

Washington D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued Question and Answer guidance for same-sex couples and registered domestic partners residing in states with community property laws. The Q&A provides taxpayers with plain language information on current IRS policies regarding same sex couples and registered domestic partners, such as how a registered domestic partner can claim head of household filing status on a tax return and to claim a registered domestic partner as a dependent for purposes of the dependency deduction and the exclusion for medical expense reimbursement. The guidance also discusses adoption tax credits for registered domestic partners. full story

UN Ambassador Susan Rice Message to the United Nations, on International Day Against Homophobia

Video Message by Ambassador Susan E. Rice, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations, on International Day Against Homophobia, May 17, 2013 full story

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