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Chautauqua County to Host Inaugural "Be the Light" Event During Overdose Awareness Week
MAYVILLE, NY – In recognition of Overdose Awareness Week, the Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene, and the Suicide Prevention Alliance of Chautauqua County, in collaboration with the CHQ Together We Can Coalition, is hosting a series of events aimed at raising awareness about overdose prevention and honoring those who have been affected by addiction. This year marks the first-ever "Be the Light" event, set to take place on August 31, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Lower Pavilion of Point Gratiot Park in Dunkirk, NY.
Schmidt: Recent Shootings Are Part of 'Huge' Public Safety Issue
Monday's shooting at the EconoLodge in Fredonia was the fifth one reported in Chautauqua County in less than a week and the third one resulting in serious injury or death, and the county's top prosecutor says the "proliferation" of illegal firearms into local communities is something that members of law enforcement are very concerned about. In an interview with WDOE News on Tuesday, District Attorney Jason Schmidt said it's a "huge" public safety issue...
Jamestown Woman Arrested for Burglary, Property Damage on Buffalo Street
(WNY News Now) – Ellicott – Jena M. Croakman, 32, of Jamestown, faces multiple charges following an alleged burglary and vandalism incident in Ellicott. On August 11, 2024, at approximately 8:30 AM, Jena M. Croakman, a 32-year-old resident of Jamestown, was arrested on charges related to burglary, criminal mischief, and petit larceny. The arrest followed a police response to a report of a suspicious individual on Buffalo Street Extension in the Town of Ellicott.
Jamestown Man Accused of Damaging Fleet Vehicles at Eastside Business
A Jamestown man was recently taken into custody for felony criminal mischief after several fleet vehicles belonging to a city business were damaged. Jamestown Police responded to an address on the city's east side shortly after 9:00 PM last Wednesday, with an investigation finding that 43-year-old Allan Broadwater allegedly committed the damage. He was located and arrested on a charge of 2nd-degree criminal mischief.
Jamestown Fire Department Secures $330,000 Federal Grant for Essential Equipment
(WNY News Now) – JAMESTOWN, NEW YORK – The City of Jamestown is pleased to announce that the Jamestown Fire Department has been awarded $330,270.00 in federal grant money through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG). This funding was made possible through the efforts of Congressman Nick Langworthy, who announced that Jamestown is one of four fire departments selected for these vital grants.
Possible return of congestion pricing draws fire from lawmakers on Long Island
Republican lawmakers on Long Island rallied in Hempstead Wednesday morning against reports that Governor Kathy Hochul plans to bring back congestion pricing after the November elections.Hochul put the controversial plan on an indefinite pause in June, weeks before it was set to begin.The group is calling on Hochul to eliminate congestion pricing all together.On Wednesday the governor doubled down on her claims that the pause on congestion pricing had nothing to do with elections, and only to do with helping New Yorkers on a budget.She also said she hopes for a new congestion pricing plan by the end of the...
Day 1 of the 2024 Great New York State Fair with CNY Central
GEDDES, N.Y. — Wednesday is the Great New York State Fair’s Opening Day!. Mostly cloudy with scattered lake-enhanced rain showers. There will be some moderate pockets of rain and a possible non-severe thunderstorm, along with brief peeks of sun in between at times. Breezy at times and very cool with low humidity. High of 66 degrees.
FDA: New York Seafood Tainted With Parasite That Can Kill, Recall
A fish in New York is being recalled as the FDA sets its highest risk warning because the fish can cause "life-threatening illness or death." North Fish USA Inc. of Hallandale, Florida is recalling the imported 9-ounce packages of "Cold Smoked Capelin. North Fish USA Inc. Recalls “Cold Smoked Capelin”...
Possible Second Cold Front Could Bring New York’s First Frost By Labor Day
The leaves are already changing colors across Central New York, meaning the first frost is right around the corner. The Old Farmer's Almanac's prediction of the first frost of 2024 may already be outdated not even a week after issuing it. Why? Another cold front could be heading our way.
Chilly August in New York? Whiteface Feels Like Winter’s Already Here!
You think it's cool for August in New York? It feels like winter has already started at the peak of Whiteface Mountain. As the temperatures drop for a few days, making it feel more like fall in New York, the weather at Whiteface is an entirely different story. Many of...
What Happens When a Bus Stalls in Upstate New York Flood Waters?
Numerous bus passengers had to deal with a nightmare after the bus they were riding on attempted to drive through a flooded road in upstate New York on Monday. Earlier this week many parts of Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York were all hit hard by a ton of rain leading to many flooded roads. Things got so bad in parts of Connecticut that officials had to declare a state of emergency while first responders attempted to rescue many from flash-flooded roads.
New York State DEC Helps Dog Unable To Continue On Trail
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is busy not only assisting human hikers across the state, but their canine companions as well. According to the DEC, while Forest Rangers are not necessarily required to rescue dogs, many officers will still respond to when there is a lost or injured dog on one of the trails.
Voting by mail passes court, NASCAR racing, casino expansion
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You Must Report Sightings of This Invasive Bug in New York
Well, sure enough, this aggressive invasive species has made its return to the Hudson Valley. Unfortunately, these bugs have pretty severe negative impacts on our environment, but here's the latest on what to do when you see one and how you can help prevent them!. Spotted Lanternflies in New York.
Exotic Meat Illegally Sold In New York State, Store Charged
Authorities from New York State went "undercover" and found exotic meat illegally for sale inside a specialty meat shop. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the unlawful sale of crocodile meat in its latest "Environmental Conservation Police on Patrol." The most recent report also highlighted that forest...
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