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Firefighters Battle Blazes in Arizona's East Valley and Ross Island, Southeast Portland
Smoke signals of distress billowed across two separate horizons this past week as firefighters battled blazes both in the east Valley and on Ross Island, Southeast Portland. In the arid expanse of Maricopa County, teams from Mesa, Gilbert, and the Superstition Fire Department converged on a storage yard conflagration near Apache Trail and Mountain Road, Fox 10 Phoenix reported. While no casualties have been reported, the cause behind the flames remains a shrouded mystery, as persistent as the smoke that rose high into the Arizona sky.
Cummins Jamestown Engine Plant Celebrates 50 Years of Innovation and Excellence
Cummins Inc. announces the 50th anniversary of its Jamestown Engine Plant (JEP). This milestone marks half a century of cutting-edge engineering, dedicated workforce and commitment to community and sustainability. Since its establishment in 1974, JEP has been at the forefront of engine manufacturing, recently celebrating the production of its 2.5 millionth engine, and continually sets industry standards for quality, efficiency and innovation. The plant’s success is a testament to the hard work and dedication of its employees, past and present, and the support of the Jamestown community.
NYCBL Playoffs set for Hitmen and Hornell
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The NYCBL Playoffs are now set for regional teams. The Hornell Steamers, winners of their last 15 games in a row, will host the NYCBL West Semis after winning the regular season division title. Hornell, the top seed, receives a bye into the semis and will play the winner of (5) […]
Reviewing tornado safety and its importance
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — On July 10, 2024, the National Weather Service in Buffalo issued 18 tornado warnings in a single day. Now, while tornadoes are relatively rare occurrence for Western New York, we still should take the time to review safety tips and guidelines, such as the difference between a watch and warning and […]
13-year-old boy shot overnight in Buffalo, undergoes surgery
BUFFALO, N.Y. — A 13-year-old boy was shot overnight in the City of Buffalo. The shooting happened around 2 a.m. Sunday, when Central District officers responded to a shots-fired call, according to a spokesperson for the Buffalo Police Department. The boy who had been shot arrived at Buffalo General...
Check your tickets: Winning New York LOTTO ticket sold in WNY
BUFFALO, N.Y. — A New York LOTTO ticket worth over $100,000 was recently sold in Western New York. The second prize-winning ticket was sold at Budwey's Market on Division Street in North Tonawanda, and it's worth $103,023, to be exact. The winning numbers for Saturday's New York LOTTO drawing...
Little League NYS 12s Baseball Tournament 2024: Check out the 7 out-of-town teams heading to Staten Island
The Little Leaguers are coming. Staten Island is gearing up to host the New York State 12-year-old All-Star Baseball Tournament, which means that seven teams are heading to the borough to join local representative South Shore LL this weekend. South Shore captured the District 24 and Section 3 South crowns -- but you’re probably less familiar with the other seven teams, each of which also captured a district and sectional crown to get here.
Karissa Murrell Myers' BLACK BEAR ISLAND Recieves 2023 Mazumdar New Play Award
Buffalo's Alleyway Theatre has announced the recipient of the 2023 Maxim Mazumdar New Play Award. Playwright Karissa Murrell Myers will receive the annual award for her play, BLACK BEAR ISLAND. The award comes with a cash prize, as well as a full production in Alleyway's 24/25 season. “The Mazumdar Award...
Tributes pour in for ‘amazing’couple found dead in lifeboat after trying to cross the Atlantic in wind-powered yacht
HEARTBREAKING tributes have been paid to an "amazing couple" who were found dead in a washed-up lifeboat while trying to sail across the Atlantic. Sarah Packwood, 54, from Warwick, and Brett Clibbery, 70, were heading to the Azores in a wind and solar-powered vessel called "Theros" when they went missing nearly a month ago.
WATCH: GMFB host throws first pitch into stands at Buffalo baseball game
"Good Morning Football" host and honorary Bills Mafia member Kyle Brandt threw out the first pitch at a recent Buffalo Bisons game. Popular NFL media personality and honorary Bills Mafia member Kyle Brandt was celebrated by the Buffalo faithful this weekend, receiving a themed night at the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons' Saturday evening contest with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders. The Good Morning Football co-host—and creator of the popular “Angry Runs” segment—kicked off the evening by throwing out the honorary first pitch in true Brandt style, humorously launching the ball high above home plate and into the crowd.
Train Gives Erie Shout-Out During Show
Erie's own Pat Monahan and train took to the stage in Lewiston, New York last night as part of their current tour. You can hear Monahan performing one of his hits "Calling All Angels". During the show, Monahan even gave a shout to Erie. Later in the performance, his twelve...
Buffalo Bills division rival loses key pass-rusher ahead of training camp
There is still plenty of time between now and the start of the regular season, but the Miami Dolphins took a significant hit at edge rusher ahead of training camp. On Saturday afternoon, Shaq Barrett announced that he was retiring. Barrett, 31, signed a one-year, $7 million contract this offseason. The two-time Super Bowl champion announced his decision in an Instagram post.
Charlie is your typical puppy and is looking for a forever home
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — On this Saturday’s Wake Up Wags, we met Charlie, a 7-month-old pitbull mix looking for his forever home. Charlie was described as “your typical puppy” with plenty of energy. It is recommended that he go into a home as an only animal as he is still working on some “self-confidence” issues.
Owl trapped in manure lagoon is rescued
ERIE COUNTY, N.Y. — A baby screech owl was rescued earlier this week in Cheektowaga after it left its home before it was ready. Now comes another owl rescue, which also happened in Erie County. An owl that was trapped in a manure lagoon was rescued with help from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and Messinger Woods Wildlife Care and Education Center.
Madonna's Son David Banda Claims He Doesn't Have 'Enough Money' for Food Since Moving Into New Place With Girlfriend
Madonna's son David Banda is learning how hard it is to live on his own. The pop star's kiddo, 18, revealed during a recent Instagram Live that he's been shacking up with his girlfriend in New York City but has still struggled to make ends meet despite having a millionaire mother. "I love it. I'm not on my own, I've got my girlfriend. But I love it. It's lovely to experience it being nine o'clock at night, me being hungry and realizing that I don't have enough money to get food and scavenging. It's fun to be young!" he...
The U.S. Migrant Crisis: Federal Intervention Needed Now (video)
The United States is facing an unprecedented migrant crisis that requires federal intervention. Local governments are being asked to subsidize this crisis, but they are neither designed nor built to handle such a massive influx of migrants. This situation has escalated into both a humanitarian and fiscal crisis for cities like New York, Chicago, and Denver.
One Thing Missed from Former Sabres Not Returning from Last Season
A lot has been made about the new additions to the Buffalo Sabres this offseason, and rightfully so. The Sabres must take the next step and find a way into the playoffs, whether through the new coach, newfound speed and physicality, or a jump in development by the team’s young core. While the incoming players bring new hope, there are aspects of the former Sabres not brought back that will be missed.
$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.
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