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New concerns over slow ambulance response times from AMR
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — American Medical Response, the primary ambulance provider in Buffalo, is responding to new concerns about slow response times in the city. Buffalo Common Council Member Mitch Nowakowski requested a face-to-face meeting with AMR for answers. He said the complaints he’s received about poor ambulance response times from AMR are alarming and […]
Another Major Heat Wave to Scorch Central New York Next Week
Get ready to get blasted by scorching temperatures and uncomfortable humidity because some of the hottest temperatures of the summer are around the corner. The National Weather Service confirmed Central New York will bake again with the fourth heat wave of the summer arriving early next week. Currently, they're calling for temperatures to be back in the 90s, courtesy of all the hot air blowing in from the western part of the country.
Western New York Braces for Severe Thunderstorms with Large Hail and Strong Winds Until 10 PM
Buffalo, NY – Severe thunderstorms are set to hit western New York today, with significant risks of large hail and damaging winds. The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a weather alert, indicating that these storms will become more intense in the afternoon and persist into the evening. This activity is expected along lake breeze boundaries ahead of a cold front.
NY delegates endorse Vice President Harris
ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) — The Democratic National Convention will begin on August 19th in Chicago. “There are 4,000-some-odd delegates to the national convention,” explained New York Democratic Party Chariman, Jay Jacobs. “New York is sending 307 of them. We are a very large state, second to California.” New York Democratic Party Chairman, Jay Jacobs explained […]
Angler Shatters New York State Record With Massive Largemouth Bass
There's a new state record for largemouth bass in New York. The honor belongs to James Britenbaugh of Pennsylvania who was preparing for an upcoming fishing tournament and reeled in a massive 12-pound, 6-ouncer from Cayuga Lake. The record-breaking catch beats the 37-year-old one by one pound and two ounces.
Out-of-state college students struggle to get continuous mental health care. What are lawmakers doing?
While many college students are home for the summer, some who cross state lines between home and school are struggling to navigate a complex mental health system. Namely, New York state doesn’t allow for inter-state telehealth therapy, and college students are particularly vulnerable to falling through the cracks. It’s...
New York State Home Improvement Program Supports Low-Income Homeowners
The Targeted Home Improvement Program (T-HIP) is overseen by the New York State Department of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) and it aims to provide support to low- and moderate-income homeowners in economically disadvantaged areas. The T-HIP program targets regions with a history of housing discrimination and segregated living patterns,...
Donjon Marine Awarded $19 Million Dredging Contract
Hillside, N.J. based marine services provider Donjon Marine has been awarded a contract worth more than $19 million for harbor maintenance dredging in New York and New Jersey. The $19,037,475 firm-fixed-price contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' New York District. Donjon was one of two bidders for the project.
“Big Money” Winning Powerball Ticket Sold In New York
Check your Powerball ticket this morning. The New York State Lottery announced that a "Big Money" winning ticket from last night's Powerball drawing was sold in New York. The ticket matched four out of five numbers and also had the Powerball which means the owner of the ticket won the 3rd place prize of $50,000.
Police arrest man in connection to alleged car theft and abduction
Niagara Regional Police have made an arrest in connection with an alleged abduction and theft of motor vehicle call at the Embassy Suites on Fallsview Boulevard in Niagara Falls in January. Investigation revealed that an adult male had exited an SUV to check into a hotel at that location, when...
Batavia awarded $1.1M for climate project
BATAVIA, N.Y. — Batavia is receiving approximately $1.1 million as part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s grants for climate-smart community projects. The city will use the $1,180,414 to replace the David McCarthy Ice Rink chiller with a CO2 chiller. It will reduce pollution from greenhouse gasses, lower energy costs, and lessen maintenance costs.
"Something different to do this summer," Friends of Night People ask for volunteers
BUFFALO, N.Y. — A local charitable organization is calling on the community to volunteer this summer. Friends of Night People is a Buffalo based charity that provides food, clothing, medical care, counseling and more for people in need around the Queen City. In a recent Facebook post, the group...
Bills themed donuts return at Buffalo area Tim Hortons
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Tim Hortons announced their specialty Buffalo Bills donuts are ready to return just in time for the 2024-2025 season. Starting on July 24 Time Hortons will have Buffalo football donuts at select Buffalo area restaurants. This year Tims Rewards Members will also have a special opportunity.
Cheektowaga Polish American Arts Festival – BIGGER and better
This year’s Cheektowaga Polish American Arts Festival is a three-day event that will take place from Friday July 26 to Sunday, July 28 at Cheektowaga’s Town Park on Harlem Road. The festivities will kick off with a grand entrance march of community organizations and families, celebrating their ancestry in what was once the second-largest Polish colony in the world outside of Warsaw.
Buffalo Bills 53-man roster projection: Who’s in, who’s out entering training camp?
The Buffalo Bills are back at St. John Fisher University for another training camp. Practices begin on Wednesday morning and run through August 8. Heading into training camp, there are few starting jobs up for grabs, but there are plenty of opportunities for players to claim a depth role. Heading into camp, here is how I see the roster shaking out.
NY weather update: The current flood advisory will be expiring at 12:30 a.m.
The advisory was for Rensselaer County. "The Flood Advisory will expire at 12:30 a.m. early this morning for a portion of east central New York, including the following area, Rensselaer. The heavy rain has ended. Flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat," says the National Weather Service. Your...
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