Erie County Probation

06/18/2026

All Erie County offices, including our offices, will be closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. For more information on Juneteenth, please visit www.buffalojuneteenth.com/historyinbuffalo.

06/17/2026

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum is offering Free Play Fridays in July and August!

06/16/2026

Protect your Summer EBT benefits BEFORE you get them. Existing Summer EBT cardholders should change their PIN number as soon as possible to protect their benefits from theft.

You can update your PIN by phone, the online portal, or mobile app. For instructions, visit: otda.ny.gov/pin-reset

06/12/2026

As school winds down, it's time to figure out what to do with the kids! Erie Co./WNY have a lot to offer, including free and low-cost family activities! Family time builds bonds and keeps young minds engaged. Some ideas:

www3.erie.gov/parks/parks-areas

explorebuffalo.org/walking-tours/kids-tours

buffalolib.libcal.com

visitbuffalo.com/explore-buffalo-family-fun

06/11/2026

06/09/2026

Did you know you can also text to our 9-1-1 Call Center? If you are in a situation where you can't make any noise, texting is now an option. Remember: Call if you can, text if you can't.

Learn more about 9-1-1 & Central Police Services at: erie.gov/cps.

06/09/2026

SNAP benefits might be impacted by federal rules. Find out if you are impacted and what steps to take to maintain SNAP benefits at otda.ny.gov/abawd.

06/08/2026

Your Future Starts with a Conversation.

This Wednesday, June 10th!

Explore career options, meet local employers, and learn about training programs that can help you build new skills and advance your career. From apprenticeships to certifications, valuable opportunities await.

Stop by, ask questions, and discover what's possible!

06/08/2026

💜 988 vs. 911 💜

Both 988 and 911 are potentially life-saving numbers that connect people with critical support during times of crisis. Each plays an important role in emergency response, and knowing the difference can help you choose the right support when it matters most.

Crisis Services is proud to answer all local calls to the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, providing compassionate, 24/7 support to anyone experiencing a mental health crisis.

Thank you to 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline for this helpful and informative graphic.

06/05/2026

Early voting for the Tuesday, June 23, primary elections begins Saturday, June 13, at 38 locations across Erie County. For early voting, you may vote at any poll site regardless of your address. To learn if you have a primary where you live, to see a sample ballot or to obtain more information, please visit elections.erie.gov or call (716) 858-8891.

If you are eligible to vote in the Tuesday, June 23 primaries, you will receive a postcard confirming your Election Day poll site.

It also serves as a “FastVote” card to expedite the check-in process, but it is not required.

Questions? Elections.erie.gov / 716-858-8891.