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(WNY News Now) – JAMESTOWN, N.Y. – A Jamestown woman has been charged with petit larceny after allegedly attempting to steal merchandise from a store on East 3rd Street. On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at approximately 3:59 p.m., officers from the Jamestown Police Department responded to a reported larceny at ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A 42-year-old Jamestown woman is facing felony drug charges after officers discovered fentanyl and drug paraphernalia during a street check on Prospect Street early Tuesday morning. JAMESTOWN, N.Y. – On June 25, 2025, at approximately 3:29 a.m., officers from the Jamestown Police Department’s Third Platoon observed ... read more

(WNY News Now) – JAMESTOWN, NY — A 34-year-old Jamestown man was taken into custody early Wednesday morning following a foot chase and brief struggle with police near a local convenience store. According to the Jamestown Police Department, officers from the Third Platoon encountered Juan A. Tufino Jr. at approximately ... read more

Matthew Rudy sentenced for role in concealing Pennsylvania homicide (WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, N.Y. – A Jamestown man has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for assisting in the burial of a murder victim on his property in Pennsylvania. Matthew Rudy, 43, was sentenced to 60 months ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A 47-year-old Mayville resident is facing charges following an incident at the Chautauqua County Jail. MAYVILLE, NY — On Tuesday, June 17, 2025, an investigation conducted by the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division, in coordination with Chautauqua County Jail staff, led to the arrest ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On June 19, 2025, a 52-year-old woman from New Hampshire was arrested in Westfield after being found driving while intoxicated and charged with DWI, aggravated DWI, and driving too slowly. WESTFIELD, NY — On the evening of June 19, 2025, at approximately 8:28 p.m., law enforcement ... read more

(WNY News Now) – John P. Martha, 59, of Butler, Pennsylvania, was arrested for driving while intoxicated and speeding following a traffic stop on Bemus Point Ellery Road on June 21. On June 21, 2025, at approximately 11:43 p.m., the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on Bemus ... read more

Commercial kitchens are often regarded as very hectic and busy workplaces. In these workplaces, durability is a major need in tools and equipment. So whether they are stoves, prep tables, sinks, or refrigerators, they must be durable, withstand extreme heat and moisture.  They must also comply with the hygiene benchmarks. ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Federal grant brings vital early childhood development support to families in Steuben and Yates Counties. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) announced that Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc. has been awarded $2,530,907 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for Head ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Ellicottville science educator Jennifer Crane is one of just 15 teachers nationwide chosen for a weeklong science immersion aboard a U.S. EPA research vessel this July. Ellicottville, New York. Science teacher Jennifer Crane of the Big Picture Learning School in Ellicottville, New York, will join Center ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On the third anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision, Governor Kathy Hochul reaffirmed New York’s commitment to reproductive rights with over $24 million in statewide funding for abortion health care services. On Tuesday, the third anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Dobbs ruling, which ended the ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On the third anniversary of the Dobbs decision, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand vows to continue the fight for reproductive rights at the federal level. WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, the third anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, which overturned Roe v. Wade, U.S. Senator Kirsten ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Local and State Officials Urge Governor Hochul to Repower Idle NRG Plant with Advanced Nuclear Technology MAYVILLE, NY – On Tuesday, Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel, State Senator George Borrello, and Assemblyman Andrew Molitor voiced their strong support for Governor Kathy Hochul’s directive to expand nuclear energy ... read more

(WNY News Now) – As Western New York braces for a prolonged heatwave, caregivers are being urged to take extra precautions to protect loved ones living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. BUFFALO, N.Y.  – As our region faces extremely hot temperatures over the next several days, the Western New York Chapter ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Congressman Nick Langworthy praised President Trump’s decision to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities, calling it a necessary stand against escalating global threats. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) released the following statement in response to President Donald Trump’s announcement of U.S. airstrikes on Iran nuclear sites. “Today, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – In the wake of U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand voiced both concern over executive overreach and firm support for U.S. and Israeli security interests. Washington, D.C. – Addressing U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Severe thunderstorms and an impending heatwave have prompted New York Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a State of Emergency, mobilizing resources statewide to address widespread flooding, destruction, and power outages. Governor Kathy Hochul declared a State of Emergency in 32 counties in response to severe weather ... read more

(WNY News Now) – In a show of civic spirit and community care, BPU employees Kayla and Miranda are helping drive donations for the 26th annual “Cents for St. Susan’s” fundraiser to combat hunger in Jamestown. BPU employees Kayla and Miranda assist with the “Cents for St. Susan’s” canisters as ... read more

(WNY News Now) – SUNY Jamestown Community College is charting new academic territory with its first-ever study-abroad course to Vietnam, offering students a rare chance to explore history and culture through the lens of a seasoned insider. SUNY Jamestown Community College has sent students all over the world through its ... read more

Authorities say the man had been deported four times prior to his latest arrest. (WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, N.Y. — A Mexican citizen previously deported multiple times was arrested in Clarence, New York, and charged with illegal re-entry into the United States, federal prosecutors announced. Jose Antonio Barcena-Ruiz, 41, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Kenneth Walker, 40, of Falconer, was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance after police found methamphetamine during a traffic stop in Jamestown on June 23. On June 23, 2025, at approximately 3:55 p.m., officers from the Jamestown Police Department and the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On Monday, June 23rd, at approximately 8:38 p.m., Syracuse Police responded to a shooting incident at the intersection of Hier Avenue and Knaul Street, resulting in injuries to three children. Upon arrival, officers found a 9-year-old boy with a gunshot wound to the arm, an 8-year-old ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On June 21, 2025, deputies in Frewsburg, NY, stopped a high-speed chase involving Al Hussein Albaneh of Dearborn, Michigan, who was charged following a vehicle crash and multiple traffic violations. Frewsburg, NY — At approximately 9:00 a.m. on June 21, deputies observed a vehicle committing multiple ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On June 23, 2025, Jamestown Police arrested Richard A. Poorman III for violating a court-issued stay-away order during a domestic dispute on the city’s south side. Jamestown, NY — Officers from the Jamestown Police Department’s second platoon responded to a domestic dispute call on the south ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On June 19, 2025, Jamestown law enforcement agencies conducted a coordinated search warrant at a South Main Street residence, resulting in the seizure of cocaine, fentanyl, and related drug paraphernalia, and the arrest of two adults on multiple charges including child endangerment. In the early morning ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Jennifer A. McCann, 46, of Angola, NY, was arrested early Saturday morning for driving while intoxicated and failing to stop at a stop sign in the Town of Hanover. On June 21, 2025, at approximately 12:17 a.m., the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On June 23, 2025, a structure fire at 137 N. Ninth St. in Olean resulted in one civilian death and left one firefighter treated for overexertion. OLEAN, NY — The City of Olean Fire Department responded to a reported house fire at 137 N. Ninth St. ... read more

Deputies arrest 52-year-old Dennis P. Strader Jr. on active warrant and license violation following call in Machias. (WNY News Now) – MACHIAS, NY – The Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Springville man on the evening of June 19 after responding to a report of an unwanted person on Route ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A traffic stop in the Town of Cold Spring led to the arrest of a Napoli woman on DWI charges Friday night. COLD SPRING, NY — On June 20, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., deputies with the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office arrested Hanna G. Brown, 43, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – FRANKLINVILLE, NY – A Franklinville man was arrested on June 20, 2025, by Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Deputies on an active bench warrant issued by a City of Cheektowaga court. At approximately 1:50 p.m., deputies located and arrested 28-year-old Dominique A. White at a residence on Clair ... read more