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New York Democrats hold campaign kickoff for Vice President Kamala Harris, Tim Walz in Harlem
Democrats in New York assembled a big show of support Wednesday night for Vice President Kamala Harris in her bid for The White House.The state's Democratic leaders held pep rally-like kickoff party to for the Harris-Walz ticket ahead of next week's Democratic National Convention.While Harris and Walz did not make an appearance, Mayor Eric Adams, Gov. Kathy Hochul, Attorney General Letitia James, and others were in attendance.Adams and Hochul were among those who spoke about the possibility of the first Black female president, as they aimed to stoke up party energy for the DNC.Prior to the event, a large group...
NC human trafficking arrest leads to fears of trafficking in other states
ROXBORO, NC (WDBJ) - Police in North Carolina are concerned about human trafficking in surrounding states after the arrest of a New York man. Alfredo Davis, 39, was arrested August 10 in Roxboro for trafficking. Investigators in Roxboro say their investigation began with a 911 call about a suspicious person near a bank. Police were given a vehicle and driver description, and they pulled the driver, Davis, over. Investigators then recovered nearly 40 alleged fraudulent identification cards, with different names, addresses and dates of birth, all containing the photograph of a 65-year old woman who was the passenger in the vehicle. Police seized several thousands of dollars in cash, personal checks alleged to be fraudulent or stolen, and marijuana.
Fire Ruled Arson At Legendary New York Bar
New Yorkers have spent much of this summer enjoying the warm weather, as days have been filled with excitement and fun. However, that doesn't apply to everyone, as several hundred people showed public emotion as one of New York State's most legendary bars went up in flames a few weeks ago.
Disgraced Former Rep. George Santos’ Fraud Trial Set To Begin As Side Hustle Selling Drag Videos On Cameo Takes Off
The upcoming fraud trial of former Rep. George Santos (R-New York) is set to proceed with heightened security and scrutiny. A federal judge on Tuesday ruled that jurors’ identities will remain confidential during the trial, which is scheduled to commence on Sept. 9. Given the high-profile nature of the case, this measure is aimed at protecting jurors from external pressures.
An attorney bought HarrisWalz.com for $10 in 2020. He just sold it for $15,000.
New York trademark attorney Jeremy Green Eche is a Kamala Harris supporter who hopes the current Vice President is successful in her bid for the White House this year. But that's not why he bought a number of web domains with her name in them back in 2020. In his spare time, Eche snaps up unclaimed domain names for under $10 in hopes of eventually selling them for a hefty profit. Also called domain investing, the pastime has paid off for him over the years. "I buy domain names that consist of combinations of two last names that I hope will end...
NYSSSA Theatre, Media, Visual Arts Programs Held Simultaneously at SUNY Fredonia
SUNY Fredonia recently hosted more than 100 high school students from across the state attending three New York State Summer School of the Arts (NYSSSA) programs. The students received intensive, pre-professional training from internationally acclaimed artists in the School of Theatre, School of Media Arts and School of Visual Arts. The Theatre and Visual Arts schools utilized the Rockefeller Arts Center, while Media Arts students were at the Igoe Photography Studio. It marked the first time in NYSSSA's 42-year history that three NYSSSA schools were run simultaneously on the same host campus.
'It's so expensive': Rising cost of housing worries longtime residents on Buffalo's West Side
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — The cost of housing is skyrocketing on Buffalo's West Side and I'm giving a voice to two longtime residents about what they see happening to their community. Robert Quintana is a retired police officer and former Councilman. He now works at his family business, Niagara...
Alt-Rock Stars, Cowboy Junkies, Kick-off US Tour With Stops in Buffalo and Geneva
Country and folk rock band Cowboy Junkies has announced a new tour for the fall of 2024 that will begin with two stops in New York, one in Buffalo and the other in Geneva. The tour is in support of their most recent album, Such Ferocious Beauty, which is the band’s first release of new material in five years.
Behind the Pine (Wood Derby)
Ready, Steady, Go! This weekend, the first Behind the Pine (Wood Derby) event will be racing upstairs at Madigan’s on Washington Street, Ellicottville. The event is this Sunday, August 18th and will go from 3:00-6:00pm. There will be car kits available for purchase at Madigan’s for those interested in participating, but in a very limited amount. You can find a pinewood derby kit on Amazon for about $12, or head to the Niagara Frontier Scout Shop in Cheektowaga. As a Pinewood Derby alum myself, I can say there is nothing more rewarding than bragging rights if you happen to win! But, if that’s not enticing enough, there will be some epic prizes, a 50/50, and giveaways, along with live entertainment.
Dunkirk Shooting Leaves One Injured: Police Seek Witnesses
(WNY News Now) – Dunkirk, NY – A shooting on Washington Avenue in Dunkirk has left one person injured, prompting a multi-agency investigation. The Dunkirk Police Department is investigating a targeted shooting that occurred on August 14th, 2024, around 6:50 PM on the 300 block of Washington Avenue. One individual was struck by gunfire and…
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