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Ex-Broker Sentenced for Stealing Over $150K from Erie County Clients
(WNY News Now) – Clarence, NY — Damian M. Baird, a 52-year-old former investment broker from Clarence, has been sentenced to one year in jail for embezzling over $150,000 from his clients in Erie County. The sentencing, delivered by Erie County Court Judge Kenneth Case, took place last Wednesday.
Niagara Falls Man Pleads Guilty to Meth Charge, Faces Up to 20 Years in Prison
BUFFALO, N.Y.-U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that resident of Niagara Falls, NY, pleaded guilty to distribution of methamphetamine before U.S. Magistrate Judge H. Kenneth Schroeder, Jr. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison. Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeffrey E. Intravatola, who is handling the case,...
“We need to tighten our borders,” says Erie County Sheriff, following narcotics busts in Buffalo and Amherst
Authorities in Western New York have discovered a significant amount of illegal substances, cash, and guns after conducting an extensive investigation into drug trafficking. The recovered items include fentanyl, cocaine, and other drugs. This discovery highlights the ongoing issue of illegal drug dealing in the region. During a news conference...
Two arrested in Erie County narcotics investigation in major drug bust
(WNY News Now) – On Saturday morning, Dewayne A. Vass of Getzville was arraigned before Buffalo City Court Judge Diane Y. Wray, who was also acting as an Amherst Town Court Justice. Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced that Vass faced charges including two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the First Degree (Class “A-I” felonies), four counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree (Class “B” felonies), one count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree (Class “C” violent felony), and six counts of Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia in the Second Degree, and one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Class “A” misdemeanors).
Buffalo Resident Pleads Guilty: Injuring Town of Tonawanda Officer in Stolen Vehicle Escape
(WNY News Now) – Buffalo – Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announces that a 20-year-old Buffalo man pleaded guilty this morning before Erie County Court Judge Kenneth Case to two counts of Assault in the First Degree (Class “B” violent felonies), one count of Assault Upon a Police Officer (Class “C” violent felony), one count of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Third Degree (Class “D” felony) and one count of Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle in the Third Degree (Class “A” misdemeanor).
Byron Cogdell Sr.’s New York-Based Venture, The Hoagie Stop, Has Reportedly Reached $1M In Revenue With Plans For Expansion To Texas
Byron Cogdell Sr. is scaling his million-dollar business. According to Buffalo Business First, he is the founder of The Hoagie Stop, a Buffalo, NY-based venture he began after committing 15 years to the restaurant industry, including 10 years at Cole’s. His motivation to start his own business came from grilling and selling hoagies right in… Continue reading Byron Cogdell Sr.’s New York-Based Venture, The Hoagie Stop, Has Reportedly Reached $1M In Revenue With Plans For Expansion To Texas
37th Home Sold This Year For Over $1 Million in Western New York
A sprawling Amherst estate that includes a six-stall horse barn has become Erie County’s 37th private residence to sell for more than $1 million this year. The deal is the latest in a trend-setting pace that could see a record number of homes sell for more than $1 million this year.
St. James-Smithtown Little League Holds Another Successful Little League Softball State Championship
St. James-Smithtown Little League just completed its second year of hosting the 12U New York State Little League Softball Championship Tournament, and it was a major success. The week was filled with fun activities, like face paint and bouncy houses, along with delicious food and beverages. And, of course, plenty of softball.
Salman Rushdie's alleged assailant won't see author's private notes before trial
MAYVILLE, N.Y. (AP) — Author Salman Rushdie does not have to turn over private notes about his stabbing to the man charged with attacking him, a judge ruled Thursday, rejecting the alleged assailant’s contention that he is entitled to the material as he prepares for trial. Hadi Matar’s lawyers in February subpoenaed Rushdie and publisher Penguin Random House for all source material related to Rushdie’s recently published memoir: “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder,” which details the 2022 attack at the Chautauqua Institution. Public Defender Nathaniel Barone said the material he sought contained information not available anywhere else. “You could obtain it from the book,” Chautauqua County Judge David Foley told Barone during arguments Thursday, before ruling the request too broad and burdensome. Additionally, the judge said, Rushdie and the publisher are covered by New York’s Shield law, which protects journalists from being forced to disclose confidential sources or material. Requiring Rushdie to hand over personal materials “would have the net effect of victimizing Mr. Rushdie a second time,” Elizabeth McNamara, an attorney for Penguin Random House, said in asking that the subpoenas be quashed.
Jamestown Man Arrested on Federal Drug Possession Counts
A Jamestown man is facing federal charges stemming from a street check in the city that took place in April. U.S. Attorney Trini Ross announced Thursday that 34-year-old Craig VanHook was arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cocaine. The charges are the result of an investigation by the Jamestown Police Department and the DEA, which was part of an Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) operation.
12 Gates Brewing Closes Ellicottville Location, 12 Gates of EVL
Williamsville’s 12 Gates Brewing has closed their satellite location in Ellicottville, 12 Gates of EVL, located at 14 Washington St. In a statement posted to their social media, 12 Gates said that they will not be renewing the lease for 12 Gates of EVL and thanked their customers for supporting the location. They add that any unused 12 Gates of EVL gift cards will be honored at our Williamsville taproom.
Avon Corn Festival 2024: A Celebration of Community and Tradition
With the giant shadow cast by Covid finally fading, Avon Rotary’s festival planning is revving up for a potential record year. Already there are 150 vendors registered, more than any since 2008 when numbers were first tracked. And both entertainment stages are fully booked to provide day-long performances. “We’re...
Record-breaking 16 tornadoes hit New York in July. See where they struck
New York's tornado count for July has set a new record, with 16 confirmed tornados touching down across the Empire State. The previous record - set in 1992 - was 13 tornados in the month of July, according to National Weather Service data. David Thomas, a meteorologist with the National...
Fix Released For Massive Outages Impacting New York Residents
New Yorkers are waking up to potentially massive tech issues and absolute chaos. We've learned of a potential quick fix. Businesses around the world are being affected by a cybersecurity outage. The cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike confirmed the global glitch due to a failed update. CrowdStrike says it's now in the...
BREAKING NEWS: FAA Orders Ground Stop Of Flights Across New York
A massive global IT outage is set to have a massive impact on air travel across New York State. READ MORE: NEW YORK STATE COULD OWE YOU MONEY IN UNCLAIMED FUNDS. At the time of this writing, the FAA has ordered a "ground stop" for all flights on American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Airlines.
New York State Man Sues To Win Back Exotic Animal That Was Taken By DEC
Back in 1990, a New York state man said he purchased a young alligator from a reptile show in Ohio. Since then, the large reptile named Albert grew to become somewhat of a local celebrity in one New York community, as well as a self-professed emotional support animal for a man named Anthony Cavallaro.
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