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Expert: Ambulance response time is not key metric in the 'city ambulance service' conversation
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Before adjourning for its August recess, the Buffalo Common Council passed a resolution to study the feasibility of establishing a city-operated ambulance service. The council gave itself 180 days to conduct that study. One of the main reasons for the somewhat urgent analysis of AMR's service...
Building Tomorrow’s Leaders at Buffalo District
Lauren Schifferle, a hydraulics civil engineer for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District, started her career at USACE eight years go. Today, among many responsibilities, she’s responsible for providing sound advice and counsel to the International Joint Commission. The IJC is dedicated to peacefully collaborating on unique problems pertaining to the Great Lakes.
AKG Art Museum announces acquisition of 302 works by eighty-four artists and collectives
Since May 2023, Buffalo AKG Art Museum has acquired 302 significant works of art by eighty-four artists and collectives. That astounding number is even more impressive when you consider that the works hail from more than twenty-three countries. Both leading and emerging talents are represented in the amassed collection, which is composed of originals in the following mediums: painting, sculpture, photography, video, performance, installation, and digital technologies.
Remembering the City Grill shooting in downtown Buffalo, 14 years later
It was a dark day in the City of Buffalo when several people were shot and killed in downtown Buffalo. It is a day many won't forget. The shooting happened outside the old City Grill restaurant on Main Street in downtown Buffalo. The victims were leaving a party when gun shots were fired.
Ellen DeGeneres Is ‘Coming Clean’: Inside the ‘Jaw-Dropping Secrets She Hid From the World’
She wasted no time addressing the elephant in the room. “I got kicked out of show business because I’m mean,” Ellen DeGeneres announced to the crowd at NYC’s Radio City Music Hall on August 1, adding that she was previously kicked out because she was gay. “Eventually, they’re going to kick me out a third time for being old!”
Region sent written warning regarding Niagara Falls Wastewater Treatment Plant
Niagara Region has been sent a written warning in regards to the Niagara Falls Wastewater Treatment Plant. The warnings came from the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, for 48 breaches at the site – with the most serious coming in March, saying water testing at the site had a 60% mortality for fish, 10% over the allowed threshold.
'Sad to see another church go': Diocese's Road to Renewal includes closure of St. Mary’s in Batavia
BATAVIA, NY (WKBW) — As the Buffalo Catholic Diocese continues its Road to Renewal, the Catholic community in Genesee County is struggling with potential church closings. The diocese announced back in June that the Family Parish #12 will experience a resizing and reshaping due to a lack of priests and a decline in church attendance.
SPCA Serving Erie County to receive PetSmart grant
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The SPCA Serving Erie County has been awarded a grant for $100,000 from PetSmart Charities. The money is intended to help address barriers in accessing veterinary care on the east side of Buffalo, specifically in the 14208 area. The local animal shelter has been chosen as...
Miracle piglet defies odds, with help from Erie County SPCA
WEST SENECA, N.Y. — The SPCA Serving Erie County's newest farm rescue is a 2-month-old piglet named Willow. However, the lovable piglet wasn't always so vibrant and active. Just three weeks ago, Willow was found by the New York State Thruway Authority, running around an area just off the 190 on Grand Island.
WIVB News 4 live at the Erie County Fair: Aug. 14 interviews
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — This Wednesday, Jacquie Walker was honored and inducted into the Erie County Hall of Fame for her great contribution to WNY broadcasting. See that special moment and other interviews from the day here. Jacquie Walker Best in show beer Long legs Mike Cece the pig Tara’s cast iron grill Skyriver Butterflies […]
Civil Service Exam Deadline Today In Erie County New York
Today is the deadline to sign up to take the Civil Service exam in Erie County if you want to apply to work with several law enforcement agencies. READ MORE: HERE ARE THE TOP 5 MOST DANGEROUS CITIES IN NEW YORK STATE. If you want to apply to be a...
38th Moonlight 5k Run, road closures
AMHERST, N.Y. — The 38th annual Moonlight 5k Run kicks off Wednesday, August 14 in the Village of Williamsville. The race will close off roads beginning at 7:30 p.m. and will reopen them as soon as the last runners finish. The Amherst Police Department released a list of road...
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