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'They knew they had to make it right': More, better-paid school bus drivers solve years of problems

Mike Desmond

Buffalo's school bus situation has apparently improved a lot since a summit in October, helped along by some hefty pay raises by First Student.The school…
Education

“It’s just never been this bad.” Parents threaten lawsuit over Buffalo school bus driver shortage

Kyle S. Mackie

A group of Buffalo parents and some school leaders are threatening legal action over what they describe as a transportation crisis in Buffalo Public…
Education

Amid shortage, another month before dozens more Buffalo school bus drivers hit the road

Mike Desmond

Buffalo Public Schools and First Student say they are making a dent in the problem, but students should expect delays getting home on time until…

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