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Jamestown 7v7 Week 1 Recap
It wasn’t so much about winning and losing last Wednesday night at Strider Field in Jamestown for the annual summer passing league. It’s about having a chance for high school football teams to be back on the field and re-familiarize themselves with coaches, teammates and even opponents.
Teachers can get 20% off at Target from now until August 24th
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Target is recognizing teachers with a special discount that is valid from July 14 until August 24. Educators must verify they are a teacher/staff status on Target's website in order to redeem their 20% off of one qualifying storewide purchase. Those redeeming must also create a Target Circle account if they do not already have one.
Domestic Violence Incident Unfolds in Jamestown
(WNY News Now) – JAMESTOWN, NY – On the morning of July 12, 2024, at approximately 10:30 AM, officers from the First Platoon responded to a domestic violence call at a westside address in Jamestown, NY. Upon arrival, they encountered a disturbing scene involving a physical altercation between Nadine S. Glover, 22, and another female, witnessed by a 10-year-old child.
Shocking Domestic Dispute in Jamestown: Man Arrested for Endangering Children
(WNY News Now) – Jamestown – In the early hours of July 10th, 2024, Shawn T. Mason, 41, of Jamestown, was arrested following a domestic dispute that escalated to criminal charges. Town of Ellicott police were dispatched to the scene at 3:02 AM, where Mason allegedly destroyed property in the presence of juveniles, leading to charges of fourth-degree criminal mischief and endangering the welfare of a child.
MTA Reduced Brooklyn Bus Service After Congestion Pricing Was Nixed, Lawsuit Says
After Governor Kathy Hochul paused the implementation of congestion pricing, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority cut about 10% of bus service in Brooklyn, the Bronx and Manhattan, according to a lawsuit filed by a officials from a transit workers union, a city official and a Brookyn resident. A lawsuit filed in...
EF-0 tornado touches down in Genesee County
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — An EF-0 tornado touched down in the Town of Pavilion and caused tree damage along a path spanning three-quarters of a mile on Monday, the National Weather Service announced. No injuries or deaths were reported. Monday’s tornado comes after the remnant storms from Hurricane Beryl that caused four tornadoes — an […]
Lake George beach closed due to E. coli from storm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has temporarily closed Lake George's Million Dollar Beach. The closure is due to the heavy rains which resulted in elevated levels of E. coli in the water.
Hamburg Man Pleads Guilty to Embezzling Over $340K from Relative’s Estate
(WNY News Now) – Buffalo – Craig Arno, 62, of Hamburg, pleaded guilty to charges of Grand Larceny and Offering a False Instrument for Filing in connection with the theft of $342,036 from a deceased relative’s estate. Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced that...
Rayzor’s Dawg House collecting donations to help Eden community after tornado
EDEN, NY (WIVB) — Rayzor’s Dawg House in Eden is firing up the grill, cooking up specials while helping out the local community. “We believe that the correct thing to do is to give back to the community that supported us for the last eight years,” said owner Jeff Walker. Walker and his fiancé, Kim, […]
Heading To Dierks At SPAC? Get Hired With NYS Law Enforcement
If you are heading to the Dierks Bentley show at Saratoga Performing Arts Center tonight (Thursday, July 18th) you will not only see an amazing country show, but you could apply for one of the many jobs offered through New York State law enforcement. If you are interested in a...
New study ranks worst states for drunk driving: Where do N.Y. and N.J. land on the list?
Drunk driving claims the lives of approximately 37 people each day, accounting for over 30% of all traffic fatalities, according to a recent study. This research, conducted by the Simmrin Law Group, also showed that not all states are equal when it comes to the rate of drunk driving. Using...
Upstate New York Woman Snaps Viral, ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime’ Storm Photo
A woman in Upstate NY shared a stunning storm photo that many thought was fake. But it's not, and weather experts agree she snapped a once-in-a-lifetime picture. It's as if someone married two images together; one side of the photo is ominously grey, while the other is surprisingly sunny, and two massive lightning strikes make this photo electrify the image. Oh, and a stunning rainbow splits the image in half.
Daring Rescue: Many Saved After Multiple Boats Overturn In Upstate New York
Six people boating in an Upstate New York River were injured when multiple boats overturned and saved miles away. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) confirmed in its " DEC Forest Rangers - Week in Review" that Forest Ranger saved six people from a river. The weekly report highlights recent statewide forest ranger action.
State of Emergency Issued For All Of New York State
A statewide State of Emergency is in effect for New York. Officials warn of the chance of "possible tornado touchdowns across the state." Gov. Kathy Hochul issued the State of Emergency around 9 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16th. Statewide State of Emergency Issued For New York. "I have declared a...
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