Western NY News Now

By MICHAEL HILL and MICHAEL BALSAMO  ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Former New York Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, one of the most powerful figures in state government for two decades before his conviction on corruption charges, has died in federal custody. He was 77.  Silver died Monday, a person familiar ... read more

App users, tap here to watch video report. JAMESTOWN – Friends of a teenager hit and killed by a semi-truck on New Year’s Eve in Jamestown are petitioning for the driver of the truck, accused in her death, to stay in police custody and face additional charges.  The fatal car ... read more

App users, tap here to watch video report. WESTFIELD – After applying for the proper permits, a local landowner was denied the opportunity to create an Airbnb on her property. She now plans to appeal the ruling.  Emily Ponti applied for a Commercial Recreation Permit, and after filling out the ... read more

App users, tap here to watch video JAMESTOWN – Mostly everybody across the Southern Tier will pick up some snow ... read more

WASHINGTON – As New York State continues to feel effects of extreme cold, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is pushing a new plan to help expand access to the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. Gillibrand has introduced the Heating and Cooling Relief Act of 2022, which would invest $40 billion ... read more

CLYMER (Erie News Now) – When skiing, most people bundle up, that’s why I was surprised to see a bride and groom come down the slopes. Many couples dream of their wedding day. James and Sarah Laurenza however knew exactly where they wanted theirs.. Peek n Peak Ski Resort. Like ... read more

ALBANY (WENY) – State Police with a reminder to the public to clear car windows of snow and ice especially after a storm. Following an accident that involved a Troop car and another vehicle, an investigation determined a driver hit the back of the Troop car, The Trooper with the ... read more

ALBANY (WENY) – Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation to allow voting by absentee ballot due to the COVID-19 pandemic through 2022. This legislation continues to allow New Yorkers to request an absentee ballot during the pandemic where there is a risk of contracting or spreading disease that may cause illness ... read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Thousands gathered on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. marching in support of the pro-life movement. These anti-abortion protesters hope this year, the Supreme Court will finally overturn the Roe v. Wade decision.   On a cold Friday afternoon in Washington, D.C. thousands of people from across the U.S. gathered for the March for Life event. “This is not to condemn or criticize,” said Elizabeth Miller who is pro-life. “It’s to open ... read more

WASHINGTON – Federal regulators are considering limiting the authorization of certain monoclonal antibody treatments that have not proved effective against the Omicron variant of the coronavirus, a source familiar with the decision-making said. The US Food and Drug Administration could decide in the coming days to take steps to curb ... read more

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Josh Allen walked off the field inside Arrowhead Stadium a year ago juggling the disappointment of an AFC tile game loss to the Chiefs with a profound sense of optimism about the future of his up-and-coming Buffalo Bills. There was nothing but soul-crushing sorrow Sunday ... read more

WARREN (Erie News Now) – On December 16, 2021, Erin Groves, 24, and her fiancé’ Dillon Edwards, 24, were involved in a tragic car accident on Teal Hill and Jackson Run Rd in Sugar Grove. Edwards passed away as a result of his injuries, leaving behind their 5-year-old daughter, Bailey. ... read more

HARRISBURG, PA. (Erie News Now) – The rollout of 5G near many airports around the country has been delayed due to concerns regarding interference with critical airplane instruments.  According to airport officials in Harrisburg, at least 88 airports around the country, including Harrisburg International Airport (HIA), will see a delay in ... read more

JAMESTOWN – Lake effect snow will be across the Southern Tier on Sunday, with a more general area wide ... read more

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — New York likely surpassed New Jersey for the top spot in the U.S. sports betting market during the first two weekends that mobile bets were offered, according to a company that most of the legal U.S. sports betting industry uses to verify that its customers ... read more

App users, tap here to watch video report. JAMESTOWN – The City of Jamestown is reminding residents to be careful and bundle up in light of the harsh temperatures this weekend. They are warning everyone of extreme cold and bitter winds as temperatures drop into the negative digits on Friday ... read more

NEW YORK (AP) — A New York City police officer was killed and another critically wounded Friday night while answering a call about an argument between a woman and her adult son, officials said, making four officers shot in the city in as many days.  Just three weeks into ... read more

JAMESTOWN – The weekend will start off dry before accumulating Lake Effect snow showers return by Sunday. Below average ... read more

App users, tap here to watch video report. JAMESTOWN – In an effort to help animals find their forever home, WNY News Now is partnering with the Chautauqua County Humane Society to showcase animals’ part of our pet of the week segment. To learn more about our featured pet, watch ... read more

App users, tap here to watch video report. JAMESTOWN – The National Comedy Center and American Jazz Museum have lodged a special wager on the outcome of the Buffalo Bills-Kansas City Chiefs playoff game this weekend. The two cultural institutions have agreed to offer free admission to 100 residents of ... read more

MAYVILLE – A Lakewood man was found not guilty Friday on a charge of second-degree vehicular manslaughter in the death of 7-year-old girl Emmaline Wilcox in Feb. 2020. A Chautauqua County Court Clerk told WNY News Now that Judge Paul Wojtaszek rendered a verdict following a bench trial for Nicholas ... read more

App users, tap here to watch video report. CHAUTAUQUA – A Buffalo Bill’s themed ice sculpture is gaining attention in Chautauqua County ahead of the team’s playoff game this weekend. The display was carved by Vince Liuzzo, known locally as ‘Vince The Tree Guy’ and the Andriaccio family at Andriaccio’s ... read more

App users, tap here to watch video JAMESTOWN – We will stay in the freezer tomorrow with more clouds dotting ... read more

CARROLL – A 21-year-old Jamestown man is behind bar and facing charges in connection with an attempted gas theft and subsequent police chase in Chautauqua County this month. The Town of Carroll Police report Brooklyn King allegedly entered an Amish barn on Ivory Road on January 12 and attempted to ... read more

MAYVILLE – Snowmobile enthusiasts in Chautauqua County will have an extra opportunity to register their sled this weekend. Mayville’s Department of Motor Vehicles office will be open on Saturday for snowmobile registration. County Clerk Larry Barmore authorized the extra hours as all snowmobile trails countywide have reopened following the heavy ... read more

ALBANY – New York’s Public Service Commission had denied National Grid’s rate increase request. The utility proposed a increase by more than one-third, an increase of around $100.4 million for electric delivery and $41.8 million for natural gas delivery. The commission’s decision keeps yearly increases by the utility below two ... read more

ALBANY – New York’s Attorney General has released the final transcripts and evidence surrounding the harassment investigation into former Governor Andrew Cuomo. Attorney General Letitia James release includes messages that show Cuomo’s staffers trying to manage the public relations nightmare, and video testimony from the former governor’s brother, former CNN ... read more

MAYVILLE – Local health officials fear the number of new COVID-19 infections might be skewed by the lack of reporting at-home tests. That’s why they say it is important for county residents to self-report their diagnosis if they test positive for Coronavirus.  The Chautauqua County Board of Health discussed the ... read more

WARREN (Erie News Now) – PennDOT issued a statement Thursday, reminding motorists to be alert for stop signs placed at each end of the Route 62 bridge over Lenhart Run in Pleasant Township, Warren County. The stop signs were installed in connections with a lane restriction on the bridge. The ... read more

ERIE, Pa. (Erie News Now) – Move over, frosty! A Pennsylvania man is trying to make the best out of the recent snowstorm, by building a massive snowman. And his motivation? Just to make people smile. “When life hands you a whole lotta snow, why not make a snowman?” said ... read more