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(WNY News Now) – A Jamestown man was arrested Wednesday morning following a 911 hang-up call that led police to a reported assault at an Eastside residence. JAMESTOWN – On May 21, 2025, at approximately 8:00 a.m., officers from the Jamestown Police Department responded to a 911 hang-up call from ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Police arrested a 30-year-old Jamestown man early Wednesday morning after he resisted arrest during a street check prompted by active bench warrants. JAMESTOWN, N.Y. – On May 21, 2025, at approximately 12:04 a.m., officers from the Jamestown Police Department’s third platoon conducted a street check on ... read more

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Western New York (WNY) is a region rich with history, natural beauty, and a strong sense of community. Whether it’s families spending sunny afternoons at Chautauqua Lake, friends catching live music downtown, or neighbors gathering for food festivals, there’s always something happening that brings people together. And in recent years, ... read more

Divorce isn’t just a legal separation. It’s the unraveling of routines, expectations, and emotional ties that once defined everyday life. The experience can feel disorienting—like watching your reflection change in the mirror, slowly at first, then all at once. Whether the decision was mutual or one-sided, the process often carries ... read more

It’s no fun to hear insects scratching in the attic or rodents in the heaps of trash. Even though wild animals seem interesting, when they appear in our homes, they can cause serious problems. We need to be aware, keep the habit going, and apply the right methods to protect ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A car crash has occurred on the intersection of Allen Street and Buffalo Street in Jamestown. Jamestown, N.Y. – At approximately 3:57 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, a car crash occurred in the intersection of Allen Street and Buffalo Street in Jamestown. Eyewitnesses watched as ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A timeless tradition of tribute returns as Jamestown residents are called to honor fallen heroes at the annual Soldier Circle flag placement ceremony. JAMESTOWN, NY – The Veterans Memorial Commission of the City of Jamestown will host the annual flag placement ceremony at Soldier Circle in ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A new networking event in Fredonia aims to tackle one of today’s most pressing workplace challenges—bridging generational gaps. FREDONIA, NY – The CHQ Professionals Group is excited to announce a special networking and professional development workshop scheduled for Friday, May 30 and open to professionals from ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Live Music, Local Eats, and Lakefront Vibes Set to Transform Lakewood This Summer. Lakewood, NY – Lakewood Community Development Corporation (LCDC) is excited to announce Rock The Lake, a summertime concert series at Hartley Park in Lakewood, NY. LCDC is bringing the community together for an ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A young child remains in critical condition after being struck and trapped under a vehicle on Ellicott Road in the Town of Hartland Monday evening. Town of Hartland, NY — On Monday, May 19, 2025, at approximately 5:09 p.m., the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office responded to ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Town of Ellicott Police have charged a local woman with endangering the welfare of two children following an early morning domestic incident. ELLICOTT, N.Y. — A woman from Ellicott is facing charges after police responded to a domestic dispute in the early hours of May 17, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Lydia J. Davis, 34, of Jamestown, was charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) after Town of Ellicott police observed erratic driving on May 12, 2025. On May 12, 2025, at approximately 1:37 PM, the Town of Ellicott Police responded to a vehicle complaint on Fairmount Avenue. ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A Jamestown man is facing multiple charges after allegedly threatening another individual with a knife Sunday morning. On May 18, 2025, at approximately 9:47 a.m., officers from the Jamestown Police Department’s First Platoon responded to a report of a man armed with a knife on the ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Conner A. Dale, 18, and Austin R. Sample, 22, both of Jamestown, were charged with possession of burglar tools, criminal tampering, and petit larceny after police discovered them attempting to siphon gas from a disabled truck on May 12. On May 12, 2025, at approximately 1:18 ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Shyron Campbell, 39, of Ellicott faces multiple charges after a domestic incident at an Ellicott hotel on May 2, Town of Ellicott Police reported. Ellicott, N.Y. – On May 2 at approximately 8:05 p.m., Town of Ellicott Police responded to a domestic disturbance at a hotel ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Devin S. Fuller, 29, of Falconer, was arrested by Town of Ellicott police following a reported domestic dispute on April 29, 2025. On April 29, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m., Town of Ellicott police responded to a domestic dispute involving Devin S. Fuller, 29, of Falconer. ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Joseph A. Snyder, 40, of Jamestown, faces petit larceny charges following an April 30 incident involving suspicious behavior and an outstanding arrest warrant. The Town of Ellicott Police Department reported that on April 30, 2025, officers responded to a complaint regarding a man allegedly observed looking ... read more

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The year is 2025 and the casino and sports betting landscape looks vastly different than it did at the start of the decade. Fueled by software innovations, regulatory shifts and changing consumer behaviors, casino and sportsbook operators have implemented cutting-edge technologies and experiences to remain competitive. From the moment a ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Just days before Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testifies before the Senate, mounting bipartisan pressure centers on the faltering World Trade Center Health Program, with Senators Gillibrand and Schumer demanding urgent action to restore care for 9/11 heroes. WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Senate ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Sewing skills, style, and youth empowerment took center stage at the 2025 Chautauqua County 4-H Fashion Revue, where dozens of young creators modeled their handmade garments. Jamestown, NY – The annual 4-H Fashion Revue was held at Jamestown Community College on May 9, 2025.  The event ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On May 16, 2025, a motor vehicle accident with injuries occurred on Rt 83 in the Town of Arkwright, resulting in two individuals being hospitalized. At approximately 9:42 p.m. on May 16, deputies from the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single-vehicle crash on Route ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On May 19, 2025, Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested Thomas A. Schmid Jr., 34, of Mayville, following an incident at a Village of Mayville business where he allegedly threatened two individuals with a knife. Chautauqua County law enforcement responded to a call around 1:53 a.m. on ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A 40-year-old Ellicott resident is facing multiple charges following a domestic incident investigated by Town of Ellicott Police. On May 13, 2025, at approximately 9:45 a.m., Town of Ellicott Police responded to a domestic incident at a residence in Ellicott, resulting in the arrest of 40-year-old ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Richard A. Goodman, 39, of Falconer, was charged with second-degree harassment after a disorderly conduct incident at the Budget Inn in the Town of Ellicott on April 29, 2025. On April 29, 2025, at approximately 1:30 p.m., Town of Ellicott Police responded to reports of a ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Shaun M. Cook, 47, of Jamestown, was charged with petit larceny following a shoplifting complaint at a West Ellicott retail store on April 24, 2025. West Ellicott, N.Y. – The Town of Ellicott Police responded to a shoplifting report on April 24, 2025, at approximately 2:36 ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A Cherry Creek woman faces multiple charges after her vehicle was found off the roadway on Route 394 in the Town of Poland early Saturday morning. POLAND, NY — The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office arrested 48-year-old Beth A. Grover of Cherry Creek in the early hours ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Police arrested a 38-year-old man after he was found inside a condemned home on Buffalo Street, leading to multiple charges. JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — On Saturday morning, May 17, 2025, around 9:00 a.m., Jamestown Police officers responded to a reported trespassing incident at a condemned residence at ... read more