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State audit critical of Lancaster’s handling of town financials
LANCASTER, N.Y. (WIVB) – The New York State Comptroller’s Office is critical of how the Town of Lancaster’s former supervisor handled and oversaw taxpayer money. This audit centers around the town’s hiring of an outside company to handle the town’s financials last year, something state auditors said shouldn’t have happened. Although not named in the […]
'A whirlwind': Mammoser family predicts it'll take 5 years to rebuild the farm after tornado
EDEN, N.Y. (WKBW) — It takes dozens of helping hands and a positive attitude to pick up the pieces of Mammoser Farms after a tornado swept through Eden. "A whirlwind, literally," said Catherine Mammoser, whose father runs the farm. It's a business he's spent years building and it was...
Buffalo Beer Buzz: Waldfest, Sad Boys Xmas in July, Mortalis Buffalo Drops, Farmcraft Market, Halfway to Cask Fest, Beer Justice Pars & Pints
Waldfest: Festival in the Woods Returns to East Aurora. It’s that time of year again – time to gather together in the woods and toast giant mugs of traditional German beer. Yes, you guessed it – it’s once again time for Waldfest, the annual Festival in the Woods, which takes place on July 21, 12-7pm, at Spring Garden Park (3838 Two Rod Road, East Aurora). The German American Musicians and the Auslanders will provide authentic German music and food will be available on site as will plenty of authentic German beers. There is also free parking. Tickets are $10 in advance or $25 at the gate. For more information, visit SpringGarden.com. This is a rain or shine event.
‘This is something we had to do’: Eden Farmer’s Market raises $2,600 for families displaced by tornado
EDEN, N.Y. — Eden continues to prove that it is 'Eden Strong.' The town’s farmer's market will be accepting donations for families displaced by last week’s tornado – day one already raised roughly $2,600. Eden may only be a town of about 7,500 people, but it’s...
Pair of Purple Eagles, Lake Shore HS grad join Canisius' Strong among WNY connections in MLB Draft
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The 2024 MLB Draft is in the books and a few local connections had their dreams of hearing their names called come true. Canisius outfielder and West Seneca East grad Jackson Strong was the first one, going to the Detroit Tigers in the seventh round on Monday.
Buffalo man admits to assault upon a police officer after dragging him with vehicle
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Buffalo man pleaded guilty Tuesday morning in connection with a 2023 incident that left a Town of Tonawanda police officer seriously injured, the Erie County District Attorney’s Office announced. On May 29, 2023, a 2019 Kia Sportage was allegedly reported stolen out of East Aurora. Later that day, it is […]
'We will not give up hope': Murder of Niagara Falls native remains unsolved 20 years later
BUFFALO, NY (WKBW) — It's a heartbreaking unsolved murder for the family and friends of 26-year-old Theresa Insana. 20-years ago this October the Niagara Falls woman was murdered in Las Vegas where she was living and working, but there's never been an arrest. “We will not give up hope....
Buffalo woman sentenced to prison for lying to FBI in murder investigation
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Buffalo woman was sentenced to 30 days in prison and two years of supervised release after being convicted of making a materially false statement during a murder investigation, the United States District Attorney’s Office said Tuesday. In March 2023, Deandre Wilson, of Buffalo, was convicted by a federal jury and […]
Catholic Health gives fully-paid scholarships for healthcare degrees
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Catholic Health, in partnership with Trocaire College, awarded 14 associates fully-paid scholarships on Tuesday at Mercy Hospital of Buffalo. "Catholic Health has been working tirelessly on recruitment and retention to ensure a more stable and skilled workforce," Catholic Health President and CEO Joyce Markiewicz said. "We are proud to invest in highly sought after opportunities that will enhance the quality of care of system is known for and bring value to our associates."
Teachers can get 20% off at Target from now until August 24th
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Target is recognizing teachers with a special discount that is valid from July 14 until August 24. Educators must verify they are a teacher/staff status on Target's website in order to redeem their 20% off of one qualifying storewide purchase. Those redeeming must also create a Target Circle account if they do not already have one.
'We need to tighten our borders': Erie County Sheriff sends message after drug busts in Buffalo and Amherst
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Fentanyl, cocaine, cash, guns, drugs and more. That's what authorities say they found after a large investigation into illegal drug dealing in Western New York. "What can we do to stop this," Erie County Sheriff John Garcia asked while speaking Tuesday in Buffalo at a...
Rookies report to Bills training camp today
A big-time asterisk there–but at least we’re inching closer to the 2024 NFL season. The Bills’ rookies have reported for duty at this year’s training camp which will be held at St. John Fisher University in Pittsford as of Monday, July 16. Buffalo’s first-year pros are among eight teams that have their rookies back in the building:
Annunciation’s 87th annual picnic to take place August 16-18 in Elma
The Church of the Annunciation in Elma will host its annual summer picnic Aug. 16-18 on parish grounds, located at 7580 Clinton St. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16. Highlights include a full food court menu; Kids Zone from 6 to 7 p.m; a blessing of bikes, motorcycles and riders with St. Christopher medals at 6:30 p.m. on the driveway in front of the church; and live music by the DoubleShot party band from 7 to 11 p.m.
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