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Harmful algal blooms found in dozens of New York waterbodies so far this summer
On a breezy afternoon in Lansing’s Salt Point Park, Sue Ruoff walks the shore of Cayuga Lake, keeping her eye out for streaky green clumps along the water’s surface. She’s looking for harmful algal blooms, the worrisome substances that have appeared in Cayuga Lake and other bodies of water across New York since the beginning of summer.
Emergency Declaration Issued For More Counties In New York State
New York State issued another "Disaster Emergency." Over the weekend, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul today signed an executive order declaring a "Disaster Emergency" for Suffolk County, New York. "Disaster Emergency" On Long Island, New York. The "Disaster Emergency" comes after "record rainfall" fell on the Long Island County on...
New York Residents Urged To STOP Sending Checks In The Mail
One man mailed a check for less than $90 but criminals altered the check and stole over $45,000. Two years have passed and the retiree is still fighting to get his money back. The New York Times reports despite New Yorkers writing fewer checks over the past few decades, check fraud is dramatically increasing.
Walmart recalls juice brand contaminated with poisonous arsenic
Check the juice in your house, especially if you shop at Walmart. Walmart is recalling its Great Value apple juice after the discovery of alarming levels of inorganic arsenic that exceed industry guidance. The voluntary recall is for its six-pack 8oz apple juice in plastic bottles; the products have a...
UB women's soccer ranked 25th in the nation
AMHERST, N.Y. — On the first day of classes at the University at Buffalo, the women’s soccer team is already off to a hot start. In the latest Top-Drawer Soccer rankings, the Bulls came in at No. 25 for the first time in program history. “One of my...
Take 5 ticket worth over $28K sold in Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A top Take 5 ticket worth more than $28,000 was sold in Buffalo from Sunday night’s drawing. The ticket, worth a total of $28,542, was sold at the B Rite Food Market located on Clinton Street. The Take 5 drawing is done twice daily, once at 2:30 p.m. and again at […]
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Hanna, Albinson, Bourque Named 2024 Captains
Canisius volleyball head coach Tom Hanna announced Monday that senior Jillian Hanna, graduate student Alexa Albinson, and junior Ella Bourque have been named team captains for the 2024 season. "I'm excited about what this group of captains bring to our team for 2024. We have a nice balance of different...
Hot Mama's Canteen nurtures local music talent
Almost every night, you're bound to find a show at one of Buffalo's many music venues, whether it's a Monday night at Nietzsche’s for their weekly open mic or live music at places like The Cave or Mohawk Place. Music lovers can—and should—add another venue to their list for...
Local businesses see positive impact from Olympics
GETZVILLE, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Summer Olympics in Paris are having a lasting impact on several local businesses. Greater Buffalo Gymnastics Center in Getzville is seeing a boost in enrollment. Greater Buffalo Gymnastics Center in Getzville said enrollment increased by 134% since the start of the Games in Paris. “Everyone sees it on TV, of […]
Erie County Fair celebrates 139 years of fun on opening day
Gates to the Erie County Fair are now open, as the fair in Wattsburg celebrates 139 years. It runs now through August 31, with gates opening at 4 p.m. and rides starting at 5 p.m. There are events all week scattered throughout the fair along with collections of animals, and...
Country Star Draws Biggest Crowd At New York State Fair, 2nd Largest All Time
It's the second-largest crowd at a New York State Fair concert. Who's that popular? A new country star!. Laney Wilson holds the record for the largest crowd. More than 52,000 fans packed into Suburban Park to kick off the 2023 New York State Fair. That's a lot more people than the 850 who came to see her when she appeared at Kegs Canal 6 months earlier.
New York State Adds Another Free Fishing Day This Weekend
New York State has added another free fishing day this weekend! If you love to fish or want to try it for the first time, you will get another chance this weekend with a free fishing day. That means you can enjoy freshwater fishing without needing a license. This awesome...
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