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NY weather: Prepare for strong thunderstorms in New York until 2:30 a.m. Sunday
The National Weather Service issued a report at 1:54 a.m. on Sunday for strong thunderstorms until 2:30 a.m. for Erie, Genesee and Wyoming counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At 1:54 a.m., Doppler radar tracked a cluster of strong thunderstorms over West Seneca, moving east...
New arrest made in murder investigation of Olcott man
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A Lockport man was accused of trying to hide the body of a murder victim, according to the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office. It was alleged that 45-year-old Norman DuBois conspired with others to hide the body of 59-year-old Michael Poole of Olcott. He was found dead in March in the Town […]
Lockport man charged for his alleged involvement in an Olcott man's death
ALABAMA, N.Y. — A Lockport man has been charged for his alleged involvement in the death of an Olcott man. The Genesee County Sheriff's Office on Friday said 45-year-old Norman "Bud" DuBois is accused of conspiring with others to conceal the body of Michael Poole, who died back in March.
Lockport man charged with concealment of a human corpse
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Lockport man has been charged in connection with the apparent homicide of a man who was found in March in the Town of Alabama, the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office announced Friday. It is alleged that 45-year-old Norman DuBois, also known as “Bud,” conspired with other parties to conceal the body […]
Lockport man charged with concealment of a human corpse and tampering with evidence
Alabama, N.Y. - An arrest was made on Thursday in connection to a homicide investigation in Genesee County. The Genesee County Sheriff's Office says 45-year-old Norman DuBois of Lockport, is facing multiple charges including tampering with evidence and concealment of a human corpse. Investigators allege that DuBois was involved in...
Ramble returns on July 6, with open mic and open art session in Jackson Square on July 5
A weekend of art and music kicks off a week from today, Friday, July 5, with an open mic and open art session in Jackson Square.Then, on Saturday, July 6, the 2024 Ramble Music and Arts Fest will celebrate the music and art of Genesee County and the
GENESEE COUNTY/Second person facing charges in Alabama homicide
On June 27, 2024, the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office charged Norman S. DuBois, AKA. “Bud”, age 45, of Lockport, NY, for his alleged involvement in the death of Michael G. Poole from Olcott, NY. Previously: GENESEE COUNTY/Sheriff’s Office has charged a Lockport woman with murder in Alabama homicide...
Lockport man accused of hiding corpse in murder case
BATAVIA — A Lockport man has become the second person arrest and charged in connection with the death of a man whose body was found in the town of Alabama in March, Genesee County sheriff’s investigators said. Norman S. DuBois, aka “Bud,” 45, was charged with first-degree hindering...
Updates on city water issues: contesting a well use, lead waterline survey, expansion delay
If you haven’t heard or been paying attention, there's been increased focus on water in Genesee County, from drought in some areas causing residents to drive several miles to haul water to their homes and a $150 million Phase 3 water project being mapped out for funding and the physical work, to appeals for citizens to use water judiciously in the face of potential shortages. City management is dealing with other issues as well, which have been dragging on the last two years. Here are a few updates:
GENESEE COUNTY/Gathering Place on Main- a new event venue in Corfu to hold Grand Opening on Sunday
Lenora Kohorst (back left) and Deb Rowland (back right) with Rowland’s two children Roni(10) and Hannah(6) Twin sisters Deb Rowland, who is an Airbnb host, and Lenora Kohorst, who owns Kozy Kabin in Corfu, have come together to provide the community with a new party venue at 10 East Main Street in Corfu.
Lockport man charged with concealing corpse of Olcott man
A Lockport man was arraigned Friday on charges including concealing a human corpse in connection with the homicide of an Olcott man in March, the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office said. The arrest of Norman S. DuBois, 45, stems from an investigation into the death of Michael G. Poole, 59,...
Spartans turn back Watertown, 15-6; home this Saturday against Rochester
The Genesee County Spartans raised their record to 3-1 on Saturday night with a 15-6 victory over the host Watertown Red & Black in Northeastern Football Alliance semipro action. Quarterback Corey Turpin passed for 230 yards, halfback Jed Reese ran for 94 yards on 23 carries and a pair of...
Top Take 5 prize winning ticket sold in Genesee County
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A top Take 5 prize winning ticket was sold in Genesee County for Monday night’s drawing. The ticket, worth $32,520, was sold at the Crosby’s on South Main Street in Elba. The Take 5 drawing is done twice daily, once at 2:30 p.m. and again at 10:30 p.m. To see winning […]
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