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Rep. Nick Langworthy introduces resolution demanding the firing of Secret Service director after Trump shooting
U.S. Rep. Nick Langworthy on Monday introduced a resolution demanding the termination of U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle following the attempted assassination of former President Trump more than a week ago. Cheatle was questioned on Capitol Hill Monday by the House Oversight Committee and has been called on to...
Wetter Than Normal August On Tap For Western New York
It looks like the final month of Summer is going to be a wet one across Western New York. If you are looking to squeeze in some quality family time outdoors before is back, you might want to pack an umbrella. READ MORE: CHECK OUT THE OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC SUMMER...
Harborfest, KRockathon, Arts & Crafts Festival: 18 things to do this week in Central NY
It’s a busy week in Central New York with local favorites returning to the area. Oswego’s Harborfest is known to draw in thousands from near and far to mingle and enjoy live entertainment on the waterfront. This year marks the festival’s 35th anniversary, and free shuttle rides to and from the festival site will be provided.
Find out what the Old Farmer's Almanac says the fall has in store for Lower Hudson Valley
As we sweat through July, the Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts autumn will bring cooler-than-average temperatures to at least a chunk of Lower Hudson Valley. Autumn precipitation is predicted to be near average in our region, while the rest of the state and through northern New England are eyed for below average, a summary of the almanac says.
CCIDA Ranks First in WNY
JAMESTOWN, NY – The County of Chautauqua Industrial Development Agency (CCIDA) was the top ranking economic development agency in Western New York State for 2023. That’s according to Buffalo Business First, which provided a list of the region’s top economic development agencies in its July 12, 2024 issue.
Schulze to resign CAS dean position
As of last Wednesday, College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Dean Robin Schulze will end her eight-year tenure as CAS dean and resume her role as a tenured UB professor. Schulze will remain dean until a successor is found. University spokesperson John Della Contrada denied that last spring’s protests, which...
A 'Royal Court' was named for 2024 with Gabriella Zocco as queen
For nine years, Gabriella Zocco has been inching her way toward the title of Genesee County Fair queen, and she finally earned it late Sunday afternoon during a second round of the annual pageant that included crowning festivities.
St. Joseph University School launches Outdoor Education Program: Learning Through Nature
St. Joseph University School – the oldest operating Catholic elementary school in the Diocese of Buffalo – is in the midst of launching a project that will see teachers, students, and landscape architects re-envisioning a significant and unproductive greenspace. The plan is to transition the space into a unique outdoor classroom setting, that will accommodate a program called Outdoor Education Program: Learning Through Nature.
Edholm Ties for Second at 2024 Porter Cup
Canisius golfer Ryan Edholm posted a one-under par score of 69 in the final round of the 2024 Porter Cup on Saturday and finished the tournament tied for second with his four-round total of 270 (-10). Edholm's second-place finish serves as the best finish for a Canisius golfer at the Porter Cup. Edholm was one of three golfers to tie for second in the tournament with a four-round score of 270, one-stroke back of tournament champion Chase Nevins. Nevins, who plays his college golf at Vanderbilt, finished the event at 269 (-11), highlighted by his eight-under par score of 62...
Top Take 5 ticket worth nearly $15K sold in Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A top Take 5 ticket was sold in Buffalo from Sunday evening’s drawing. The ticket, worth $14,715, was sold at the Food Port Enterprises on Broadway in Buffalo. The Take 5 drawing is done twice daily, once at 2:30 p.m. and again at 10:30 p.m. To see winning numbers, click here.
First case of West Nile Virus reported in Niagara mosquitoes
Niagara Region Public Health is alerting residents that the first case of West Nile Virus in mosquitoes for 2024 has been confirmed in the Niagara region. The mosquitoes that tested positive were found in St. Catharines. As of now, there have been no human cases of WNV identified in Niagara...
OLG makes first quarter payment to Niagara Falls
OLG has made a first quarter payment totaling over $5.8-million dollars to the City of Niagara Falls for hosting Fallsview Casino Resort and Casino Niagara. Since the first casino opened in December 1996, Niagara Falls has received well over $220-million. The payments to host communities are based on a formula...
N.Y. Lottery: Second-place LOTTO ticket worth over $100,000 sold
NORTH TONAWANDA, N.Y. — Someone is walking away with over $100,000 after drawing a second-place New York LOTTO ticket last night in Niagara County. A $103,023 ticket got purchased Division Street’s Budwey’s Market, up in North Tonawanda. You can definitely get a few little treats with those...
17 Cameras Busting Speeders on New York Roads This Week
17 cameras are busting speeders on several roads in the Empire State this week. One of them is back in Central New York. The radar was installed as part of legislation, signed into law in September 2022. The cameras move around the state every week to different construction zones in an effort to get drivers to take their foot off the gas and keep workers safe.
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