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Jae Skeese Talks New Mixtape, Motivation, Buffalo, And More [Interview]
Buffalo, Western New York, and Southern Ontario are filled with amazing musical and artistic talent. That talent can be seen in just about every corner of the region, from open mics to art installations all across the 716, 585, and 905. WBLK is doing its part in trying to highlight...
Digital Affordable Childcare Portal Launched For New Yorkers
Not long ago, we learned about the historic investment for New York State's child care assistance programs. On Friday July 19th, Governor Hochul helped to officially launch the web portal that will allow hundreds of thousands more New Yorkers access to those assistance programs. Digital Childcare Portal Launched For New...
Analysts believe New York cannot go any lower than their 51% sports betting tax rate
Last Thursday, the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States had its summer meeting in Pittsburgh. There was hope from some operators in the US that New York’s 51% sports betting tax rate would decrease. However, it was discussed at the meeting last week that New York cannot go any lower than the 51% tax rate they already have. Troy Mackey, the coordinator of the New York Assembly’s Racing & Wagering Committee, had this to say about there not being any room to change their tax rate.
Uno Reverse: Southtowns pub re-opens after closing its doors just one week after grand opening
HAMBURG, N.Y. — After recently calling it quits just one week after its long-awaited grand opening, The Foxglove Pub took to Instagram Monday for the first time since early June with an update many people may not have been expecting. The pub appears to be re-opening with new hours...
Harborfest, KRockathon, Arts & Crafts Festival: 18 things to do this week in Central NY
It’s a busy week in Central New York with local favorites returning to the area. Oswego’s Harborfest is known to draw in thousands from near and far to mingle and enjoy live entertainment on the waterfront. This year marks the festival’s 35th anniversary, and free shuttle rides to and from the festival site will be provided.
ADOPTED! That 'Fowl' Mouthed NY Parrot Has A New Home
A unique parrot was breaking the internet when an animal shelter highlighted this foul-mouthed bird. The Western New York shelter said they received over four hundred inquiries about him. Pepper is known to have some colorful language so he had to go to the right family. He has been adopted.
$100,000 Winning Lottery Ticket Sold In Western New York
This weekend was a very lucky weekend for one lottery player in Western New York. The New York State Lottery announced that a 2nd place-winning LOTTO ticket was sold in North Tonawanda. The ticket was sold at Budwey's Market In The Square located on Divison Street in North Tonawanda, which...
4 people, including juvenile, taken into custody for alleged robbery in Hamburg motel
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Four people were taken into custody in connection with the robbery of a 25-year-old man Saturday, according to Hamburg police. According to officials, the man allegedly went to a Motel 6 on Camp Road at 2:30 a.m. to meet up with a woman he had met earlier at a Depew bar. […]
St Peter and Paul Lawn Fete-July 26 and 27, 2024- Hit N’ Run and XOXO- Hamburg, NY
St Peter and Paul Lawn Fete- July 26 and 27, 2024 at 66 E. Main Street, Hamburg, NY. On July 26- Chet Gary from 4-6pm and Hit n’ Run from 7 to 10pm. On July 27 -5-7pm- E Mez5 and XOXO from 7 to 10pm.
New York Passes New Lithium-Ion Battery Legislation
ALBANY, N.Y. - Legislation that targets lithium-ion batteries and aims to keep New Yorkers safe both on and off the road is now on the books. The package of laws signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday, July 11, prohibit the sale of lithium-ion batteries that are not up to manufacturing standards (and include civil penalties for violations); direct the Department of State -- in consultation with the Division of Homeland Security, Emergency Services, and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority -- to develop and maintain safety resources; require the state fire administrator within the...
'Conditions were deplorable': 13 dogs rescued after home raid in Niagara Falls
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WKBW) — When Niagara County Sheriff's deputies raided a home on Lockport Street in Niagara Falls, they weren't expecting to find 13 dogs covered in filth. "Unfortunately these conditions were deplorable, when they arrived to us there was flea dirt that was present," said Kelli Swagel,...
JANKOWIAK, SCHENK, BOWN, HOCH, AND CASPER SCORES SATURDAY NIGHT SHOOTOUT WINS AT LANCASTER MOTORPLEX
LANCASTER, N.Y. (July 20, 2024) – It was a lucrative night for Tonawanda, NY’s Andy Jankowiak, and Canandaigua, NY’s Barrett Schenk at Lancaster Motorplex Saturday night, as not only they were both in victory lane after the Insinger Performance/VP Race Fuels Sportsman and Super Stock features respectively, but both drivers have earned guaranteed starting spots for the DCR Performance XMR Sportsman Modified race, and the Midstate Basement Authorities Dave London Memorial XVI presented by GTR Promotions at the Oswego Speedway August 30-September 1.
Former U.S. Rep. , WNY native Henry Nowak dies at 89
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Former Democratic U.S. Rep. Henry Nowak, who represented Western New York from 1975 to 1992, has died. He was 89. “On a day of great change for Democrats, the ... community mourns the passing of one of the greatest elected officials we have ever had,” Erie County Democratic Chairman Jeremy Zellner said on X, announcing the death Sunday after President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 presidential race.
Spectrum Health Marks International Overdose Awareness Day
Spectrum Health and Human Services will present the fourth annual Not One More: Stand Together to End Overdose, a free evening of remembrance and information on Monday, August 26, from 5 to 8 pm at Veterans Memorial Park in West Seneca (1250 Union Rd. behind the Town Hall). This free...
CDC relaxes some border regulations for dogs; new rules set to take effect August 1
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Congressman Tim Kennedy (D - NY26) announced on Monday that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will relax some of the document requirements for dogs to cross the border. Earlier this year, the CDC announced new regulations would go into place on August...
Edholm Ties for Second at 2024 Porter Cup
Canisius golfer Ryan Edholm posted a one-under par score of 69 in the final round of the 2024 Porter Cup on Saturday and finished the tournament tied for second with his four-round total of 270 (-10). Edholm's second-place finish serves as the best finish for a Canisius golfer at the Porter Cup.
‘Slick’ Tom Tiberi Exits WGRF In Aftermath Of Trump/Putin Meme
‘Slick’ Tom Tiberi has exited nights at Cumulus Classic Rock “97 Rock” 96.9 WGRF Buffalo NY after sharing a meme of Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin laying in coffins on his personal Facebook page that he claims was doctored by others to look like he posted it following Trump’s assassination attempt last weekend.
Police search for missing 15-year-old girl in Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Police need your help in locating a missing 15-year-old girl. Jamiah Coleman was last seen in the area of Moreland Street near Bailey Avenue in Buffalo on July 12 around 5:15 p.m. Coleman is described as a Black female, about 5'2" tall, weighing approximately...
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