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A Journey of Heart and Humor: “Thelma” Shines at Fredonia Opera House
(WNY News Now) – Fredonia, NY – Fredonia Opera House hosts the critically acclaimed “Thelma,” featuring a heartwarming performance by June Squibb. Inspired by a real-life experience of director Josh Margolin’s own grandmother, when 93-year-old Thelma Post (Squibb) gets duped by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson, she sets out on a treacherous quest across the city to reclaim what was taken from her.
Huge Expansion and More Jobs Coming to West Seneca, New York
In one of the largest expansion projects in its history, Upstate Niagara Cooperative Inc. is working on plans for a $150 million project that will more than double the size - and capacity - of its West Seneca operations hub. Upstate Niagara has proposed a 250,000-square-foot addition to its existing...
Erie County Sheriff's respond to a complaint of a man in Sprague Brook Park with a rifle
ERIE COUNTY, N.Y. — On Friday night the Erie County Sheriff's Office shared in a social media post that they received a 911 call at 6:35 p.m. regarding a complaint that there was a man in Sprague Park with a rifle near the campground area of the park. "Sprague...
Little League NYS All-Star 11s baseball: Never-say-die South Shore rallies for 3-2 win vs. Massapequa to cop state title
All-Star tournaments are a battle of attrition. It’s a test of which team has the will to bounce back in the most pressure situations -- especially in a double-elimination format. South Shore Little League, winners of the District 24 and Section 3 South title earlier this summer, had run...
JetBlue Ends Charlotte-Boston Flights to Focus on New Markets
JetBlue has announced that it will no longer operate flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport. The Charlotte Business Journal reported, this decision is part of the airline’s strategy to reallocate resources and focus on expanding its presence in other markets. Consequently, JetBlue will have no flights out of Charlotte and will cease operations at the airport entirely.
Measure for Subcommittee to Review CPS Program Defeated by County Lawmakers
The Chautauqua County Legislature has overwhelmingly rejected a resolution to form a special committee to review the county's Child Protective Services program. The measure to create the panel to look into a shortage of caseworkers, and low pay, was defeated by a 13-3 vote during Wednesday's meeting in Mayville. Fredonia Democrat Susan Parker pushed for the panel, which would have been a subcommittee of the Human Services Committee. She insisted that half of those workers in Jamestown have told her they need help...
Second Common Council Meeting of July Will Not Be Rescheduled
Officials in the City of Dunkirk have announced that the second Common Council meeting for the month of July will not be rescheduled. As a result, the next council meeting will take place on Monday, August 5th. That meeting was originally slated for Tuesday, August 6th, but was moved to the previous day so that everyone would be free to participate in the city's National Night Out event. The meeting originally scheduled for July 16th was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.
Georgian Bay Giants Claim Dunkirk Fastpitch Softball Title
The Georgian Bay Giants emerged as the champions of the City of Dunkirk's 49th Annual First Ward Falcon Club Tournament that was held July 19-21. The Giants defeated the Niagara Snappers 3-1 in the title game, ending the tournament with a perfect 6-0 record while allowing just three runs. Andres Gonzo was the winning pitcher in the title game, while Aiden Yarde's 7-for-10 performance with three home runs on the second day of the tournament helped him win round robin MVP honors. Third place went to Dunkirk Fastpitch and Weavers of Rochester. Dunkirk Lakeside also made playoffs on the final day.
Only On Erie News Now: Soap Opera Star Previews Return to Chautauqua County
Forty-five years. That’s how long Melody Thomas Scott has played “Nikki Newman” on The Young and the Restless (Y&R). Eleven months ago, fans came to see her at the Lucille Ball Little Theatre in Jamestown. Ticket sales raised money for upgrades at the community theater. Almost one year to the day, she’ll be back in Western New York—and now tickets are on sale for this unique event.
Virus Spread By Deadly Creature Confirmed In Upstate New York, HV
Several counties in New York State are confirming a virus spread by the "world's deadliest' creature. In late June, the Rockland County Department Of Health confirmed the presence of West Nile Virus for the first time in 2024. West Nile Virus Confirmed In Rockland County, New York. The infected mosquitoes...
Jamestown man arrested after brutal stabbing, fleeing police
Jamestown, NY (WJET/WFXP)– One person was injured and another in custody after Jamestown, NY police were called for a stabbing Thursday morning. That stabbing took place around 7:24 a.m. on July 25 at a residence on East 2nd Street with the victim suffering several stab wounds to the head and had to be taken to […]
Alert: Meat & Veggies Sold At New York Supermarkets Can Kill
Recalls are being expanded for vegetables and meat products sold in New York. The FDA recently warned about eating sliced meats from deli counters. At least 28 people have gotten sick, across 12 states, including New York. In fact, more New Yorkers have gotten sick than any other state. The...
A Blisteringly Active Month for New York State Law Enforcement
No one can say for sure what it was, maybe it was the seemingly the never-ending heat wave combined with overwhelming humidity or maybe it was some other extemporaneous factors, but the point remains that the month of July while not technically not over yet, was a wildly active month for members of New York State's law enforcement.
National Comedy Center pays tribute to Lucille Ball with annual festival
JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — The National Comedy Center's annual Lucille Ball Festival happens August 1-4, and tickets are currently on sale. The festival pays tribute to the legacy of award-winning comedian, and WNY native, Lucille Ball, and features more than 50 live events. Visitors can expect to see performances by...
Bob Newhart’s Legacy at NCC
National Comedy Center Honors & Preserves Bob Newhart’s Legacy of Laughter. Legendary comedian Bob Newhart, master of observational humor with a distinctive delivery, died at the age of 94 leaving behind a legacy of laughs that never stopped — his presence and humor entertaining audiences for six decades.
NY Lottery Win 4, Take 5, Cash4Life winning numbers for Friday, July 26
The New York Lottery offers multiple draw games for people looking to strike it rich. The games include New York Lotto, Cash4Life, Numbers, Win 4, Take 5 and Pick 10. Cash4Life is a multi-state lottery game available in 10 states. The top prize is $1,000 a day for life or a one-time lump...
Honoring Heritage: Meeder’s Restaurant Joins NY Historic Business Registry
(WNY News Now) – RIPLEY, NY – Senator George Borrello recently presented the New York State Historic Business Award to Meeder’s Restaurant, celebrating its inclusion in the state’s Historic Business Preservation Registry. Established by legislation passed in 2020, the Historic Business Registry includes businesses that have...
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