Deaf Awareness Week recognized with flag raising in downtown Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Local and state officials gathered in downtown Buffalo on Monday in recognition of International Deaf Awareness Week. Advocates from the hearing-impaired community joined officials in a flag raising in front of the Edward A. Rath County Office Building and spoke about the importance of continuing to work towards a more inclusive [...]
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