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Five More Festivals Happening Before The End Of Summer In WNY
Just because the Erie County Fair is over, doesn't mean you've had your last piece of fried dough yet. It's no secret that the end of the Erie County Fair in Western New York is one of the biggest signs that the summer is coming to an end. Normally that's when people get excited about football games, start closing up their pools, and start to get ready for the kids to head back to school.
Farmer’s Almanac says this NJ town will get the first frost
We all know that the accuracy of the Farmers' Almanac and its less popular counterpart, the Old Farmers' Almanac, is questionable at best. In today's world, where immediate information is always at our fingertips, no one has any patience anymore. We're so desperate to know what the weather will be...
Cornell University works to keep NYS safe from the Avian Flu
ITHACA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Concerns are rising over the spread of an Avian Flu strain, affecting not only milking cows but people. Cornell University is working to combat this problem to prevent the spread of the virus in New York State. Dr. Elisha Frye, an Assistant Professor for the Department...
Carnival games at NYS Fair: 10 must-play contests on the Midway (video)
Geddes, N.Y. — The New York State Fair is back, and the popular Midway is jam-packed with carnival games for people of all ages. We spent some time at the ring toss, hoop shot and water pistol races on the first day of the fair. If you purchase a...
Shootings Down Across New York, Most In These 5 Communities
Newly released data shows shootings have dramatically decreased across New York. One part of the Hudson Valley leads the state. Shootings are down in many parts of New York State, according to top New York officials. On Tuesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul proudly announced shooting incidents across the state are down...
Day 1 at the NYS Fair: Today’s handpicked menu and schedule
Geddes, N.Y. — 2024 is now the Year of the Goat. At least it is at the New York State Fair. Welcome back, everyone, for what’s sure to be another exciting 13 days of music, food (and drink) and fun. And don’t forget the agriculture. One of...
Feds Seize Popular Sports Streaming Site Used by New Yorkers
A major streaming site that boasted over 15 million monthly visitors had its domain abruptly seized by Homeland Security. If you're a sports fan, chances are you've heard of the name Streameast. The website let fans watch live games for free, allowing them to bypass monthly subscription fees or paywalls.
Buffalo high school break-in was apparently an inside job
Two sons of School Board President Sharon Belton-Cottman, former coaches at Bennett High School, are accused of breaking into the building to hold an unauthorized practice. No charges have been filed. Bennett High School on Main Street in North Buffalo. Photo by Garrett Looker. The sons of Buffalo school board...
Firefighter's widow stresses importance of PA's Move Over Law
NORTH EAST — Firefighters, community members and loved ones gathered in Gibson Park Tuesday to honor fallen fire police officer Shawn Giles on the one-year anniversary of his tragic death. A member of the Fuller House Co., Giles, 53, was killed Aug. 20, 2023, at Route 20 and Brickyard...
Amherst, Tonawanda nursing home workers may strike soon if deal not reached
(WIVB) — Approximately 170 union workers at two Western New York nursing homes are threatening to hit the picket line next week if they cannot reach a contract agreement. They say negotiations between 1199SEIU and the nursing home owners continue to fall flat. Caregivers have been negotiating for months to try to reach a one-year […]
National Grid Gets “OK” from PSC on Rate Hike, Sparking Protests From Environmentalists
The Public Service Commission unanimously approved a rate increase for gas usage in the state on Aug 15, which will affect people in Brooklyn and parts of Queens. The PSC determined that the rate increases were necessary and consistent with Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act goals. The three-year plan...
Calling all scarers: Frightworld America's Screampark now hiring scare actors for 22nd season
Frightworld, America’s Screampark, located on Hertel Avenue in Buffalo is hosting open call auditions for scare actors for the 22nd installment of their haunted house attractions. Read more from WBEN:
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