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BPD encouraging people to not bring pets to outdoor events during heatwave
BUFFALO, N.Y. — This upcoming weekend has a lot to offer between the beautiful hot weather and festivals to check out in Western New York. Because of the hotter temps the Buffalo Police are reminding people that they should enjoy all that there is to offer but maybe not take pets along for those experiences too.
Dolphins just did Bills huge favor with massive Tua Tagovailoa contract extension
Fans can say what they want about the Buffalo Bills and their offseason that they had, but they have never had to deal with any kind of contract drama which can carry on for weeks or even months. It is a continuous headache that teams and players are always involved in as the market basically gets set every year depending on the position. Players want their money, but the teams want to make sure that they have flexibility to keep building the team.
Bills co-owner Kim Pegula helps break team huddle in latest sign of her recovery from cardiac arrest
PITTSFORD, N.Y. -- Buffalo Bills co-owner Kim Pegula showed significant signs in her recovery from a debilitating cardiac arrest by being escorted to the field by her husband to help break the post-practice team huddle on Friday. Though her steps were somewhat tentative, this marked the first time Pegula was...
Stroehmann’s Bakery in Olean notifies employees it will close after 100 years in the city
OLEAN — Bimbo Bakeries announced to employees Wednesday that the Stroehmann bakery on North Second Street in Olean would close in three months, furloughing more than 80 workers. New emissions controls all but eliminated the aroma of fresh-baked bread that once wafted from the plant. In 90 days, the...
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...
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...
Police In Secret Cars Issued Insane Amount Of Tickets In New York
Police in secret vehicles helped issue nearly 40,000 tickets in a very short period of time. Just before the 4th Of July holiday, New York State Police announced a "crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions." Sad News: These 11 Popular Food Items Are Gone From...
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