- Police Respond to Fatal Shooting on Sabine StreetSyracuse Police Officers rushed to the 200 block of Sabine Street on Saturday, April 13th, 2024, following reports of gunfire. They discovered a deceased male with gunshot wounds upon arrival. At approximately 12:04 p.m., Syracuse Police responded to the scene and found the victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, ... read more
- CITY OF JAMESTOWN DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT APPLIES FOREMPIRE STATE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION GRANT- RESTORE NY COMMUNITIES INITIATIVEJAMESTOWN, NY – April 15, 2024 – The City of Jamestown Department of Development announces the intent to apply for Round 8 of the Empire State Development Corporation (ESDC) Restore NY Communities Initiative grant that will address the vacant properties of Prendergast Landing, with 9,180 square feet, located at 106-108 ... read more
- GILLIBRAND, SENATORS ANNOUNCE BIPARTISAN BILL TO MITIGATE BLAST OVERPRESSURE AND PROTECT SERVICE MEMBERSWASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, alongside 11 other senators introduced the Blast Overpressure Safety Act – bipartisan legislation that would direct the Department of Defense (DoD) to enact a variety of measures to help mitigate and protect service members from blast overpressure. Representative ... read more
- INTOXICATED DRIVER PLEADS GUILTY TO ALL CHARGES FOR KILLING ANOTHER MOTORIST IN WRONG-WAY CRASH ON HIGHWAYActing Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announces that 52-year-old Guillermo Morales of Buffalo pleaded guilty on Thursday afternoon before State Supreme Court Justice Paul B. Wojtaszek to three counts of Aggravated Vehicular Homicide (Class “B” felonies), one count of Manslaughter in the Second Degree (Class “C” felony), one count of ... read more
- Shaking Up Office Life in Western New YorkIn the Empire state, and in especially Western NY, companies are doing a whole lot more than just a bit of tweaking here and there—they’re giving their offices a complete makeover. Why? To turn them into powerhouses of collaboration and creativity. In Jamestown and surrounding areas, the days of endless ... read more
- Flood Warning Issued for Allegheny River in New York(WNY News Now) – Buffalo, NY – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Buffalo, NY, has issued a Flood Warning for the Allegheny River in Olean, Cattaraugus County, New York, effective until early Monday morning, April 15. The NWS warns of minor flooding along the Allegheny River, affecting areas including ... read more
- Police Investigating Stabbing Incident in Syracuse; Victim Expected to SurviveSyracuse Police responded to Upstate Hospital early Saturday for a stabbing investigation involving a 26-year-old female victim, who is expected to survive. On April 13th, 2024, at approximately 2:53 A.M., Syracuse Police Officers were called to Upstate Hospital regarding a stabbing incident. The victim, a 26-year-old woman, was found with ... read more
- Residential Fire Investigated at 40 Lincoln Rd, Bemus PointBemus Point Fire and mutual aid teams responded to a residential fire at 40 Lincoln Rd on April 11th. County Fire Investigators determined the cause as compromised electrical wiring within a wall. On April 11th at approximately 6:39 pm, emergency services responded to a residential fire at 40 Lincoln Rd, ... read more
- Fredonia Water Customers Urged to Conserve Amid Potential Boil Order(WNY News Now) – Fredonia, NY – Fredonia residents, including those in Pomfret, are advised to conserve water starting midnight Saturday, April 13th, due to upcoming treatment plant work. Beginning at midnight on Saturday April 13th all Fredonia water customers including those in the Town of Pomfret must conserve water ... read more
- Three Jamestown Residents Arrested on Weapon and Drug Charges(WNY News Now) – Jamestown, NY – Three Jamestown residents were arrested on charges including Criminal Possession of a Weapon and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance following a traffic stop on Huxley St. near Front St. During the traffic stop conducted by Jamestown Police Department officers on April 12, ... read more
- Flood Warning Extended for Allegheny River in Olean(WNY News Now) – Olean, NY – The National Weather Service in Buffalo, New York, has extended the Flood Warning for the Allegheny River in Olean, affecting Cattaraugus County, until Monday afternoon. The warning forecasts minor flooding in the area, including Olean and Salamanca. Impacts may include flooding on Union ... read more
- Flood Warning Extended for Allegheny River in Western New York(WNY News Now) – Olean, NY – The National Weather Service (NWS) Buffalo NY has extended a Flood Warning for the Allegheny River at Olean, affecting Cattaraugus County, from late tonight until early Monday afternoon. Minor flooding is forecasted, with impacts expected along Union Street in Allegany and East Riverside ... read more
- CHEEKTOWAGA MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO USING STOLEN CREDIT CARD NUMBERS TO PURCHASE TENS OF THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS WORTH OF GAS(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, N.Y.-U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced that a 25-year-old Cheektowaga, NY, man pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge John L. Sinatra, Jr. to conspiracy to commit bank fraud, which carries a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison. Assistant U.S. Attorney Charles M. Kruly, who ... read more
- GOVERNOR HOCHUL TO ILLUMINATE NEW YORK STATE LANDMARKS IN HONOR OF NATIONAL DONATE LIFE BLUE & GREEN DAY(WNY News Now) – New York – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced 14 State landmarks will be illuminated tonight with the colors blue and green in honor of National Donate Life Blue & Green Day and to recognize the importance of registering as an organ and tissue donor. During National Donate Life ... read more
- Narcotics Bust: Jamestown Authorities Execute Search Warrant, Arrest Two(WNY News Now) – Jamestown, NY – In a coordinated effort, Jamestown law enforcement agencies executed a narcotics search warrant resulting in the detention of two individuals and the seizure of significant quantities of drugs, cash, and firearms. On April 12th, 2024, at approximately 9:30 am, members of the Jamestown ... read more
- Wind Advisory for Multiple Counties in Western New York(WNY News Now) – Buffalo, NY – The National Weather Service (NWS) Buffalo NY has issued a Wind Advisory effective from April 12 at 11 PM EDT until April 13 at 2 PM EDT, warning of west winds ranging from 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. ... read more
- Winter Weather Advisory for Southern Erie and Wyoming Counties(WNY News Now) – Buffalo, NY – The National Weather Service (NWS) Buffalo NY has issued a Winter Weather Advisory, effective from April 12 at 11 PM EDT until April 13 at 2 PM EDT, warning of snow accumulations ranging from 4 to 8 inches and gusty winds up to ... read more
- Insurance Agent Faces Charges for Alleged $60,000 Consumer Fraud Scheme(WNY News Now) – Attorney General Michelle Henry has brought charges against Chad Skena, a Monroeville-based insurance agent, accusing him of swindling customers out of an estimated $60,000 by promising non-existent money-saving services. Allegheny, PA – Chad Skena, 47, was charged Tuesday with numerous felony and misdemeanor counts of theft and access ... read more
- Jamestown Police Seek Assistance in Locating Missing Endangered Person Amber HarringtonThe Jamestown Police Department has issued a plea for help in finding 23-year-old Amber Harrington, a missing endangered person last seen in January 2024 in Buffalo, NY. Amber Harrington, 23, has been reported missing and is considered a vulnerable adult. She was last seen in Buffalo, NY, and is described ... read more
- WATER CONSERVATION ORDER ISSUEDFOR VILLAGE OF FREDONIA WATER CUSTOMERS (WNY News Now) – MAYVILLE, N.Y – On behalf of the Village of Fredonia, the Chautauqua County Health Department has issued a water conservation order for all Village of Fredonia water customers, including those that live outside of the Village in the Town of ... read more
- James Prendergast Library Board of Trustees Meeting Open to Public Next Thursday(WNY News Now) – Jamestown, NY – The James Prendergast Library will hold its Board of Trustees meeting on April 18th at 5:15pm, welcoming public attendance. The upcoming meeting of the James Prendergast Library Board of Trustees is scheduled for Thursday, April 18th at 5:15pm. This gathering, open to the ... read more
- Audubon 2024 Nature Photography Contest Underway (WNY News Now) – Jamestown, N.Y. – A total of $1,600 in prize money will be awarded to winners in the Audubon Community Nature Center (ACNC) 2024 Nature Photography Contest. Adults and youth ages 8–18 have four ways to win $200 for their nature photographs. Judges will choose the adult ... read more
- Attorney General James Secures More Than $1 Million from Northwell Health for Deceptively Advertising COVID-19 Testing Sites(WNY News Now) – New York – New York Attorney General Letitia James announced today that Northwell Health, New York’s largest healthcare network, will refund over $400,000 to patients wrongly charged for COVID-19 testing, alongside a $650,000 penalty for deceptive advertising. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) found that ... read more
- BPU Electric Division Power Plant employees pose to commemorate the APPA safety award.(WNY News Now) – Jamestown, NY – The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities (BPU) Electric Division has earned the American Public Power Association’s (APPA) Gold Status Safety Award of Excellence for safe operating practices in 2023. The BPU earned the award in the E category for utilities with 150,897 worker ... read more
- Gov. Hochul Announces $254 Million, 27-Building Development to Replace Vacant Complex, Creating 405 Affordable Apartments in Buffalo’s First Ward(WNY News Now) – Buffalo, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced progress toward redeveloping the Commodore Perry Homes in Buffalo’s First Ward neighborhood into a 27-building, all-electric housing development with 405 affordable homes. After closing on financing, the project is set to begin its first phase of construction – ... read more
- Sheriff Responds to Suspicious Situation, Charges Filed Against Driver(WNY News Now) – Town of Chautauqua – Deputies of the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office swiftly addressed a suspicious situation complaint in the Town of Chautauqua on April 11, 2024, at approximately 4:35 pm, resulting in charges against the vehicle’s operator. Responding to a report of suspicious activity, deputies engaged ... read more
- GOVERNOR HOCHUL ANNOUNCES OVER 400 ADULT-USE CANNABIS LICENSES ISSUED IN 2024(WNY News Now) – New York – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York State Cannabis Control Board has issued 403 adult-use cannabis licenses in 2024 to bolster the legal market in New York. The Cannabis Control Board recently issued 101 licenses, building on significant progress to strengthen our state’s ... read more
- GILLIBRAND STATEMENT ON BIDEN ACTION TO CLOSE ‘GUN-SHOW LOOPHOLE’WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand released the following statement addressing President Biden’s finalization of a new rule that will save lives by ‘closing the gun-show loophole’ and reducing the number of firearms sold without background checks: “President Biden has made combatting the epidemic of gun violence a top priority ... read more
- Driver Arrested for DWI After Erratic Driving Report in Hanover, NY(WNY News Now) – Hanover, NY – Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a vehicle complaint on Rt. 5&20 in Hanover, NY, resulting in the arrest of a 63-year-old Hamburg, NY, man for driving while intoxicated. On April 11, 2024, at approximately 6:07 PM, Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to ... read more
- Senator George Borrello Introduces Bill to Require Grocery Stores to Automatically Apply DigitalCoupons for Senior Citizens and Loyalty Rewards MembersALBANY – Senator George Borrello has introduced legislation that would ensure that digital-only coupons and deals are automatically applied to the eligible grocery store purchases of senior citizens and loyalty program members who don’t have the smartphones or devices needed to activate the discounts. Senator Borrello explained that as paper coupons for ... read more