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Deputy investigating theft at Flying J seeks public assistance in IDing individual in photo
The Genesee County Sheriff's Office is investigating a suspected larceny of items from the Flying J, 8484 Alleghany Road, Pembroke.A subject (photo) is wanted for questioning in connection with the suspected theft. The Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in identifying the individual.If you recognize the
Gagne honored for 'being the arms that hold us' during award ceremony
This is a better place because of the “Sues” in the world, Matt Landers says.Referring to mental health advocate Sue Gagne, the Genesee County manager spoke about her many attributes, including an ever-increasing passion and energy for providing support to others in her myriad roles since he’s known her the last two decades.
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...
'Ever Blue and White' merges two BHS alma maters for concert band's centennial
It was about four months ago when Joey Pero played an alumni concert at Batavia High School and ended up in talks about doing a little something for Batavia Concert Band’s centennial season this year.
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:
Skyscraper Window Shatters From Heat, Rains Shards Onto Sidewalk
There's a heat wave scourging the United States right now, and its latest victim is a big one: a skyscraper. The Boston Globe reports that a window pane on none other than the cursed 13th floor of a 31-story high-rise shattered due to the extreme temperatures, raining shards of glass onto the sidewalk below.
New Clara Barton mural celebrates founding of American Red Cross in Dansville. See artwork
A shimmering new public mural will go a long way in cementing Dansville's legacy as the community where Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross. Artists Melissa Stratton Pandina and Gabriela Sepulveda recently completed the Clara Barton mural on the south-facing wall of 170 Main St. in the Livingston County village.
Woman seriously injured in tractor-trailer crash in Avon
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A woman was seriously injured in a crash involving a tractor-trailer in the Town of Avon Tuesday morning, according to New York State Police. Troopers said this happened at the intersection of Sutton Road and Lakeville Road. The driver of a Toyota Camry was heading west on Sutton Road when she […]
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