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'Amazing, inspiring, hopeful': Families return to Zoar Valley to see safety improvements following tragedies
(WKBW) — At nearly 3,000 acres, Zoar Valley is one of the most scenic spots in all of New York State. With 500-foot cliffs separating the dense forest above from the Cattaraugus Creek below, Zoar Valley has become a popular destination for hiking and rafting. "It is a gem...
WARNING: Bold Thieves On The Move In New York State
Just when you though you had seen everything, some bold thieves show you another move. There are reports of unique theft in areas of New York State that has law enforcement on the lookout. The summer is here and as busy as we are, it never hurts to remind people...
Injured Bald Eagle Rescued Near Angola
A New York State DEC officer recently provided a helping hand for a injured bald eagle in southern Erie County. Officer Ike Bobseine responded to a location along I-90 near Angola on June 19th and safely captured the injured bird with assistance from several state troopers who controlled traffic. According to the DEC, the immature female eagle was too large for the transport cage that Officer Bobseine had in his vehicle, so he improvised and secured the eagle by wrapping the bird in his ECO jacket during the trip to a licensed rehabilitator. The eagle was then transported to a local veterinarian for care.
Crash in Town of Sheridan Leads to DWI Arrest
Chautauqua County Sheriff's deputies have charged a Minnesota man after investigating a crash late Thursday night just outside of the Village of Silver Creek. Deputies responded to Pennsylvania Avenue shortly after 10:45 PM, located a vehicle in a ditch on East Middle Road, and found the driver a short distance away. Further investigation found that 38-year-old Daniel Gallivan of Minnetrista, Minnesota allegedly had a BAC more than twice the legal limit. Gallivan will appear in Sheridan Town Court at a later date to answer charges of DWI, aggravated DWI (BAC .18% or higher) and failure to keep right.
Teen Arrested for Alleged Independence Day Graffiti Vandalism at Roxbury School
On the afternoon of Independence Day, Boston Police arrested a 16-year-old male for allegedly defacing a school with graffiti in Roxbury's Brookford Street area. According to the Boston Police Department, the incident occurred around 12:56 PM, after they received a report of vandalism at the school's location. Matching the described...
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