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Buffalo pharmacy pays over $140K to settle recordkeeping, misbilling allegations
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Buffalo pharmacy agreed to pay the United States $141,727 to resolve allegations that it violated the recordkeeping provisions of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and overcharged federal health care programs, the United States Attorney’s Office said. Officials said an inspection by the DEA showed that between Jan. 1, 2018, and […]
Attorneys for Buffalo Diocese discussed statewide settlement in May
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Attorneys for the Buffalo Diocese are in discussions about joining the seven other dioceses across New York for a statewide settlement to hundreds of priest sex abuse cases. According to court documents and people closely related to the church’s bankruptcy filing, the pool of money from which the settlement could be […]
Former Bills WR suspended five games for violating NFL’s personal conduct policy
Zay Jones will not play against his former team in Week 1. On Friday, the NFL suspended wide receiver Zay Jones five games for violating the league’s personal conduct policy. The suspension stems from a domestic violence accusation that occurred in November 2023. Jones was accused of abusing the mother of his child and injuring her neck. The wide receiver was arrested over the accusation and spent one night in Duval County Jail, but prosecutors dropped the misdemeanor charge and opted against pursuing the case in March.
Bill Belichick Will be the Buffalo Bills Head Coach in 2025
Belichick has been doing a national tour from the Pat McAfee show to NFL Broadcasts, to getting offered many NFL Jobs, but there’s truly only three coaching jobs I can see him taking: The Dallas Cowboys (Jerry Jones, popularity of Dallas, indoor stadium), the New York Giants (connection to Owners), or the Buffalo Bills.
Federal prosecutors removed from case involving death of Peter Gerace witness
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A federal judge called for the prosecutors looking into the death of a key witness in the criminal case against Cheektowaga strip club owner Peter Gerace to be removed. Gerace, the owner of Pharoah’s Gentlemen’s Club, was indicted in March 2021 on drug and human trafficking charges. The club had previously […]
DiNapoli Audit Critical of Falconer Central School District's Budgeting Practices
A state audit has found that the Falconer Central School District did not properly manage its fund balance and reserves from July 2020 through April 2024. New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli says the audit found that Falconer School Board and district officials failed to implement corrective action despite audits from 2009 and 2016 that identified similar deficiencies. According to DiNapoli, district officials' budgeting practices resulted in the district levying more real property taxes than needed, a significant accumulation of surplus fund balance in excess of the statutory limit and missed opportunities to lower real property taxes.
In light of issues surrounding the Albany Airport Authority Board, lawmakers raise questions about the state’s authorities (again)
The late Assemblyman Richard Brodsky, who once called New York state’s hundreds of authorities “quasi-public, Soviet-style bureaucracies” that constitute a “shadow government,” helped create the five-member Public Authorities Control Board (PACB) which helps oversee the state’s hundreds of authorities, and which must receive a resolution of approval prior to entering into any project-related financings.
Major Drug Bust in Fredonia: Six Arrested, Large Cache of Fentanyl and Weapons Seized
(WNY News Now) – Fredonia – A coordinated narcotics investigation in Fredonia has led to the arrest of six individuals and the seizure of a significant quantity of fentanyl, firearms, and drug paraphernalia. In the early hours of August 22, 2024, a multi-agency task force executed a search...
Cassadaga Accident Leads to DWI Arrest on Route 60
(WNY News Now) – Cassadaga – A routine evening turned into an arrest for a Cassadaga man after a crash on Route 60 led to DWI charges. On the evening of August 22, 2024, the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office responded to a motor vehicle accident on Route 60 in the Village of Cassadaga. The incident, which occurred around 6:18 p.m., involved multiple vehicles, though no injuries were reported.
YWCA Jamestown Welcomes Britney McClain as New Mission and Impact Coordinator
(WNY News Now) – Jamestown, NY – YWCA Jamestown proudly announces the appointment of Britney McClain as its new Mission and Impact Coordinator. With her deep commitment to social justice and race equity, McClain is set to enhance the organization’s efforts in advancing equity and inclusion across Chautauqua County.
$646 Million Investment to Transform New York’s Health Care Workforce
Paving the Way for Future Health Care Professionals. New York has announced a transformative initiative for its health care sector, allocating up to $646 million over the next three years to the Career Pathways Training (CPT) Program. This program, supported by Workforce Investment Organizations (WIOs) such as 1199SEIU Training and Employment Funds, Iroquois Healthcare Association, and the Finger Lakes Performing Provider System, aims to recruit and train thousands of new health, mental health, and social care workers. This investment will address critical workforce shortages and enhance career advancement opportunities for existing professionals across the state.
New York Goodwill Wil Not Accept These 10 Items
STUFFED ANIMALS - No stuffed animals, infant toys or games. HELMETS - Goodwill New York will not accept motorcycle or bicycle helmets. BEDS - No beds and mattresses, including bed frames and futons. - Goodwill New York will not accept your old treadmill or elliptical. MEDICAL DEVICES - Goodwill New...
Day 4 of the Great New York State Fair
GEDDES, N.Y. — Saturday is the fourth day of the Great New York State Fair. Mostly sunny morning then a partly sunny sky at times with high thin clouds around, a dry day. Even warmer temperatures, even a little above the normal high. Little to no wind. High of 82 degrees.
First Flakes of Winter May Come Sooner Than You Think in New York
Looks like winter 2024 is getting ready for a very early start in New York State. We're starting to see early projections about what kind of winter to expect this year. The tone is already being set with one cold-front in the month of August, and that could be possibly followed by another by month's end.
New York: Watch Out for These Dancing Insects – They Hurt!
This summer, New Yorkers may come across a curious sight: thousands of white fluffy insects dancing on local beech trees. While these tiny dancers (check out how they shake it in the video below) may look fun, their name, as well as their painful defense mechanism, are no joke. Dancing...
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