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Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro would bring a battleground state and political acumen to a national ticket
He’s only been Pennsylvania’s governor for a year and a half and just got his second state budget wrapped, but Josh Shapiro already had a national profile for some of the cases he prosecuted during his tenure as the state’s attorney general. Shapiro is one of the people considered most likely to join the Democrats’ […] The post Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro would bring a battleground state and political acumen to a national ticket appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Sheridan Drive home in Amherst sells for over $2 million
AMHERST, N.Y. — Sheridan Drive is a long, main road in the Buffalo area, but not one that typically comes to mind for million-dollar home sales. Yet, a house just sold for over $2 million there. Barbara Baker recently sold 4959 Sheridan Drive, Amherst for $2.24 million to 4959...
Gov. Hochul: New Yorkers can get free, low-cost child care via new website
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Joining U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand at the Club Fed Child Care Center in Albany, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the launch of ny.gov/childcare. This new, digital portal assists eligible families in providing them with access to free or low-cost child care through New York State’s Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP).
Upstate, New York Angler Smashes NYS Fishing Record
What's the biggest fish you've ever caught? Did it break any records?. One man in Upstate New York can answer that question confidently with a big old, YES!. The Department of Environmental Conservation shared exciting news for one Upstate New York angler. According to a social media post, a man...
In his own words: New York man with ALS, given 2-5 years to live, wants right to die
Editor’s note: This story is part of a series of stories exploring New York’s controversial proposed Medical Aid in Dying Act. At stake is how the law defines what is permissible as people face heart-wrenching decisions about how to spend their final days. Are you a Staten Islander who supports or opposes medical aid in dying? Do you have a terminal illness? Email Lauren Lovallo at llovallo@siadvance.com.
Central New York Driver Shares Terrifying Experience Of Rome Tornado
One local DoorDash delivery driver from Taberg found himself caught in Freedom Plaza of Rome during the terrifying tornado. His truck lifted off the ground, and he walked away safely. "I was actually doing a DoorDash order," Joey Long recounted, "and as I was coming back, I saw that the...
$500 Million Investment to Benefit Central NY Communities
The Green CHIPS Community Investment Fund, part of the Green CHIPS incentive agreement between Micron and Empire State Development (ESD), will begin accepting Letters of Intent on August 15. This $500 million fund is designed to boost Micron's $100 billion investment in New York, expected to create nearly 50,000 jobs in Central New York.
New York: Don’t Leave These Items Unattended in Your Backyard
A deer in New York was saved just minutes from death in a New York neighborhood this week. Rescue workers said the tragedy could have been avoided all together if more attention was paid to items left unattended in the homeowner's backyard. From upstate New York to Long Island, many...
New York State Police Say SUV Hit Amish Buggy And Drove Off
Less than a week after a Kia Sedona allegedly hit an Amish horse-drawn carriage on State Route 3, offcials say another vehicle has struck a buggy. This time, the crash lead to the death of a teenage occupant, says police. One country Sheriff has a message for drivers in New...
5 WNY companies laid off 400+ workers in Q2
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Hundreds of jobs were lost in the second quarter in Western New York, with Tesla contributing the largest number of cuts at its South Buffalo plant. The region saw fewer layoffs overall than in the first quarter, though. Between April and June, about 442 jobs were...
Joey Votto suffers tough setback amid MLB comeback attempt
Former National League MVP Joey Votto can’t seem to catch a break. On Friday, Votto was a late scratch from what was meant to be his Triple-A season debut with the Buffalo Bisons at Sahlen Field in Buffalo, N.Y. Welcome to the Herd, Joey Votto! ⭐️ 6x All Star is scheduled to make his Herd... The post Joey Votto suffers tough setback amid MLB comeback attempt appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Bills Mafia Members Needed For New TV Commercial
Once again a local TV production company is looking for members of Bills Mafia to be part of an upcoming commercial. READ MORE: THIS IS THE MOST UNDERRATED SPOT FOR WINGS IN WESTERN NEW YORK. Casting Buffalo has posted on their social media that they are currently recruiting members of...
Alzheimer’s symposium to be held August 15 in Wellsville
BUFFALO, N.Y. (July 18, 2024) — The Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association will hold a symposium for Allegany County residents living with or caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. The free event will take place from 12:30 a.m. to...
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