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(WNY News Now) – A 25-year-old male resident of Dunkirk, NY, was arrested on charges of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), Aggravated Unlicensed Operation 2nd Degree, and traffic violations during a traffic stop conducted by the [...] The post Chautauqua County Man Arrested on DWI appeared first on WNY News Now. ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Thirteen iconic landmarks in New York will shine with golden lights today in honor of Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, as announced by Governor Kathy Hochul. Albany – Governor Kathy [...] The post New York State Landmarks Illuminated Gold in Recognition of Gold Star Mother’s ... read more

(WNY News Now) – In the early hours of Sunday, September 24th, 2023, a 25-year-old man arrived at University Hospital – Downtown Campus with gunshot wounds to both legs, prompting an active investigation by the [...] The post Shooting Victim Hospitalized; Investigation Underway appeared first on WNY News Now. ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On Saturday, September 23rd, 2023, at approximately 3:59 p.m., Police responded to a stabbing incident involving two teenage females in the 100 block of Lincoln Avenue. Syracuse, NY – Syracuse Police [...] The post Two Teenage Girls Stabbed During Altercation appeared first on WNY News Now. ... read more

(WNY News Now) –  U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that an Albion, NY, man who was convicted of possession of child pornography, was sentenced to serve 132 months in prison and 35 years [...] The post MAN GOING TO PRISON FOR MORE THAN 10 YEARS FOR POSSESSION OF ... read more

JAMESTOWN, NEW YORK (WNY NEWS NOW) – A weakening tropical storm will ride up the East coast over the weekend. This system will bring increasing clouds to the region on Saturday and the potential for some showers later Saturday and into Sunday.  On Saturday, the weakening tropical system will ... read more

JAMESTOWN, NEW YORK (WNY NEWS NOW)- The Jamestown Red Raiders remain undefeated after shutting out Frontier 47-0 Friday night at Strider Field. With the win, Jamestown improves to 4-0 on the season while Frontier drops to a record of 0-4. As has been similarly in previous games for Jamestown this ... read more

(WNY News Now) – The Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Bureau has arrested a Little Valley, NY, man on charges of third-degree burglary and two counts of fourth-degree criminal mischief, following an investigation. Little Valley – In a recent development, the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Bureau apprehended ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Jancarlos Gonzalez-Rivera, known as Los, has been sentenced to 210 months in prison for his role as the leader of a significant fentanyl distribution ring according to U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross. Buffalo – Jancarlos Gonzalez-Rivera, also known as “Los,” has been handed a 210-month prison ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On September 22, 2023, at approximately 10:55 am, two Jamestown residents were issued appearance tickets for trespassing while standing between the first and second levels of the Spring Street Parking Ramp. A routine patrol conducted by a First Platoon officer at the Spring Street Parking Ramp ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On September 22, 2023, law enforcement agencies executed a search warrant at 35 Arden Pkwy, Jamestown, NY, leading to the arrest of a Jamestown woman on multiple drug-related charges. Jamestown – In a collaborative operation on September 22, 2023, law enforcement agencies in Jamestown, NY, cracked ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Hundreds of Chautauqua County residents are set to participate in the world’s largest Alzheimer’s fundraiser, uniting to support care, research, and those affected by the disease. This Saturday, September 23, marks the date for Chautauqua County’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s event, with registration commencing at 10 ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On September 18, 2023, at 11:30 am, a 31-year-old resident of Medina, NY, was arrested by Troopers from Lockport for driving while impaired by drugs. Lockport – On September 18, 2023, Troopers conducted a traffic stop on South Transit Road in Lockport, prompted by a traffic ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On September 22, 2023, at 02:46 am, Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Road Patrol arrested a 28-year-old resident of Houston, Texas, following a high-speed traffic stop on Route 20 in Pomfret. In the early hours of September 22, 2023, the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Road Patrol officers allegedly observed ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A 48-year-old repeat felon has pleaded guilty to charges of possession with intent to distribute over 500 grams of cocaine and being a felon in possession of firearms, according to U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross. Buffalo – Ivan Morales, 48, of Buffalo, New York, has entered ... read more

WNY News Now – Police agencies all across Chautauqua County participated in the STOP-DWI Labor Day High Visibility Engagement Campaign in an effort to reduce the number of impaired drivers.  The campaign began on Friday, August 18th of this year and continued through Monday, September 4th in an event funded ... read more

WNY News Now – Governor Kathy Hochul has officially received her updated COVID-19 vaccination as of Wednesday.  The Governor received a Johnson & Johnson vaccine back in March of 2021, her first booster dose of the Moderna COVID-19 booster back in October of the same year. She then received her ... read more

(WNY News Now) – The Nourish New York program, designed to alleviate food insecurity for 1-in-10 New Yorkers while supporting local farmers, faces challenges, according to an audit by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The audit highlights issues in the program’s management that may limit its impact. Albany ... read more

GERRY, NY (WNY News Now) – The Chautauqua County Health Department has released the schedule for the free rabies clinic for the month of October.  The free rabies clinic will be held on October 7th, from 1:30 p.m to 4:30 p.m at the Town of Gerry Highway Garage, 4675 Route ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Two local men were apprehended by Jamestown police officers during a routine traffic stop, leading to drug-related charges. Jamestown – In the early hours of September 22, 2023, at approximately 2:13 [...] The post Two Individuals Arrested on Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop appeared first on ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that Mohammed Uddin, 36, of Buffalo, NY, who was convicted of attempted receipt of child pornography, was sentenced to serve 72 months in prison by U.S. District Judge Frank P. Geraci, Jr. ROCHESTER – Assistant U.S. Attorney Kyle P. Rossi, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Two men, Davious Kapinski and Robert Lawrence, have been arraigned for allegedly disrupting a religious service inside a Buffalo mosque. They face charges of Disruption of Religious Service and Harassment in the Second Degree. Buffalo – Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced that Davious ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn has been chosen by the International Association of Prosecutors (IAP) to present his office’s approach to a racially motivated mass shooting at their 28th General Meeting in London, England. London – Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn has ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Westfield Republican Committee announce the endorsements for the upcoming November elections for the Town of Westfield. Westfield – Martha Bills, Town Supervisor Dr. David Brown, Councilmember James ‘Jim’ Herbert, Councilmember David Babcock, Highway Superintendent Andrea Babcock, Town Clerk In addition to our local Town candidates, “Our ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On October 6th, 2023, Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) and the Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship program (DGA) will present a webinar featuring Dr. Stacey Hamilton from the University of Missouri Extension, showcasing the innovative PaddockTrac technology for data-driven pasture management. Online – Are you interested in grazing, an ... read more

(WNY News Now) –  A Rochester man was arrested and charged by criminal complaint for alleged possession of child pornography by an individual with a prior sex offense, which carries a mandatory minimum penalty of 10 years in prison, and a maximum of 20 years. ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Assistant U.S. ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A 25-year-old Buffalo resident, has pleaded guilty to a string of violent crimes, including nine counts of Robbery in the First Degree and one count of Burglary in the First Degree. The guilty plea comes after a series of armed robberies and burglaries targeting hotels and stores ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A fatal head-on collision on Freedom Road in the town of Freedom on June 17, 2023, has resulted in serious injuries and casualties, and the subsequent arrest of one man on multiple charges, including Murder 2nd degree and Vehicular Manslaughter. Freedom – On June 17, 2023, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Audubon Community Nature Center invites parents and their 2–8-year-olds to embark on exciting literary adventures with animals during their First Sunday Story Time event on October 1. Jamestown – The Audubon Community Nature Center in Jamestown, New York, is gearing up for an engaging literary event ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A 43-year-old woman from West Seneca was arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) on Route 20 in Silver Creek, Chautauqua County, on the night of September 20, 2023. Silver Creek – On the night of September 20, 2023, Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Road Patrol conducted a traffic ... read more