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Support Swells After Series Of Tornadoes Devastate NY Homes, Businesses: 'Anything Helps'
Donations are flooding in for the victims devastated by a series of tornadoes that touched down in New York during a round of severe storms. At least six twisters touched down in Central New York between 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, the National Weather Service confirmed. They were identi…
Historic, Deadly Weather In New York State After Ominous Warning
Rounds of severe storms hit the New York State after an ominous warning. On Tuesday, after a few tornados already touched down in New York, Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a state of emergency and warned of more severe weather. State of Emergency Issued For New York. “With possible tornado touchdowns...
State education officials propose changes to high school graduation requirements
State education officials are considering changing high school graduation requirements, including potentially eliminating the Regents exam as a mandatory component. The changes, which would directly impact Freeport School District, were presented to the Board of Regents by the State Education Department on June 10. Currently, students in the state can...
ALERT: These Campsites In New York State Have CLOSED
The recent storms that pounded portions of New York State have lead to officials closing various campsites. The summer storms that raged through the last few days left a line of destruction behind. As residents cleanup and, in some cases, start to rebuild their homes, the weather is starting to become more enjoyable with less humidity and sunny skies.
Here Are The Best Wing Deals In Western New York
There are two things that we love here in Western New York, Good wings and good deals. READ MORE: THIS IS THE MOST UNDERRATED SPOT FOR WINGS IN WESTERN NEW YORK. Growing up in West Seneca, I remember the days of 10-cent wings and dollar drafts. While those days are long gone, there are still plenty of places in the 716 to go and enjoy a great deal on wings.
Record number of tornadoes in July for NYS
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — On average New York State averages about 9 confirmed tornadoes per year. Seven tornadoes alone were confirmed on July 10, 2024, as the remnants of what was once Hurricane Beryl slid over New York State. Another 9 have been confirmed since then bringing the running total for July to 16 tornadoes, […]
Analyst pitches wild Sean McDermott replacement if Bills make coaching change
With former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick being “fully invested” in coaching again in 2025, several current head coaches could be under even more pressure to meet expectations this season.And while there’s been no mention of Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott being one of those guys on the hot seat, Fox Sports Radio’s Colin Cowherd believes if the Bills suffer another playoff blunder in 2024, Belichick lurking on the free-agent market could prompt Buffalo to move on from McDermott to try and maximize Josh Allen’s prime years.“The Buffalo one is really intriguing to me,” Cowherd said. “Not...
Sabres Rising Star Should Hit New Level
Jack Quinn is one Buffalo Sabres forward who needs to be watched closely next season. The 2020 eighth-overall pick should have a place in the Sabres' top six, as he showed great promise last season. Due to injury, Quinn was only limited to 27 games this past season. However, when healthy, the Ottawa, Ontario native was impactful, posting nine goals and 19 points. It was an excellent step in the right direction, and there's apparent reason to believe he can take his game to a new level next season. Quinn is just getting his career started, as he has only...
Trio Sentenced For Violent Attack in Broadway-Bailey Neighborhood
(WNY News Now) – Buffalo, NY – Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced yesterday the sentencing of two brothers and their uncle for a violent attack that critically injured a victim in Buffalo’s Broadway-Bailey neighborhood. Amonti K. Atkins, 24, pleaded guilty to Attempted Murder in the Second Degree, Assault in the First…
This crash on the I-190 South in Buffalo is why people were late to work Friday
Part of the New York State Thruway was closed Friday because of a crash involving a tractor-trailer. I-190 South was closed from Exit 7 to Exit 11 in the morning as the crash was cleaned up.
Governor Hochul unveils new digital portal to boost affordable child care in NY
Governor Kathy Hochul Friday announced the launch of New York's new digital portal that will help improve access to affordable child care. Alongside NY Senator Kristen Gillibrand at the Club Fed Childcare center on Clinton Avenue in Albany, made the announcement.
This Destructive, Invasive Insect Has Been Spotted In Upstate New York! See it, Kill It!
The Spotted Lanternfly is an invasive species to New York and must be killed. Their hatching season occurred in May and June and now they have been spotted here in New York State. It's time to take action. According to the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), the Spotted...
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