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Man Dies After Collins Motorcycle Crash
A motorcycle crash in the Town of Collins has claimed a life. State Police on patrol saw a motorcycle off Zoar Valley Road near Otto Road shortly before 12:30 PM Saturday and determined that the motorcycle was traveling east on Zoar Valley Road when it lost control after running over gravel and ultimately struck a ditch. Troopers say this caused the operator, 68-year-old Mark Burkholder of Amherst, to be thrown from the motorcycle. Troopers applied live-saving measures on scene and were later assisted by Gowanda EMS for his head and neck injuries. Burkholder was transported to Bertrand Chaffee Hospital in Springville, but was ultimately pronounced dead. His body was transported to the Erie County Medical Examiner's Office for a pending autopsy.
Local Gardens Recognized in NCCF's 5th Annual Bloom Project
A total of 135 area homeowners were recognized in the 5th annual Bloom Garden Recognition Project by the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation this summer. NCCF teamed up with dedicated community volunteers from Cassadaga, Forestville, Lily Dale and Silver Creek on the project that celebrates the passion and commitment of residents who enhance the beauty and vibrancy of the northern Chautauqua region through their gardens and landscaping efforts. Open to all communities in northern Chautauqua County, Bloom continues to foster a sense of pride and community spirit.
Pa. firefighters return home after battling Bulldog Fire in Idaho
HARRISBURG, Pa. — After being away from home for nearly three weeks, 20 wildland firefighters are finally back in Pennsylvania. “When you’re away for 20 days and you haven’t seen your family in so long, I think everyone is excited to be back," said Troy Stimaker, a crew boss for the Pa. Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR).
DiNapoli Audit Critical of Falconer Central School District's Budgeting Practices
A state audit has found that the Falconer Central School District did not properly manage its fund balance and reserves from July 2020 through April 2024. New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli says the audit found that Falconer School Board and district officials failed to implement corrective action despite audits from 2009 and 2016 that identified similar deficiencies. According to DiNapoli, district officials' budgeting practices resulted in the district levying more real property taxes than needed, a significant accumulation of surplus fund balance in excess of the statutory limit and missed opportunities to lower real property taxes.
Clarence Center Fire Dept. Labor Day Fair and Parade- August 30 to September 2, 2024- Clarence, NY
Clarence Center Fire Dept. Labor Day Fair and Parade– August 30 to September 2, 2024 .Features midway, beer tent,live music, craft fair, demolition derby and fireworks. Plus chowder, chciekn BBA, Ribs (friday), Italian sausage, dogs, burgers. Nerds Gone Wild, Hit N’ Run, Wasted Whisky, Christian Kramer. 5PM-• Midway...
Erie Playhouse announces shows for 2025 season
Erie, Pa. (WJET/WFXP) — The Erie Playhouse has officially announced their lineup for the 2025 season, which is being called “our Season of Soaring Tales and Epic Adventures.” Each year, our team works hard to put together a slate of productions and programming to showcase the incredible talent in our community, and that we know […]
The Great Winter Reveal for New York State
The Old Farmer's Almanac has been predicting the seasons for more than 225 years. What's winter have in store for New York State?. It looks like the same thing we've been seeing for the past several seasons - mild & dry. In the Northeast, including New York a "gentler-than-normal season that’s not so rough and tough," is being forecasted.
Syracuse women’s soccer vs. Mercyhurst free live stream (8/25/24): How to watch without cable
The 2-0-1 Syracuse Orange women’s soccer team hosts the Mercyhurst Lakers at SU Soccer Stadium on Sunday, August 25 (8/25/2024). How to watch: Stream Syracuse Orange sports with fuboTV (free trial). Here’s what you need to know:. What: NCAA DI women’s soccer. Who: Mercyhurst Lakers @ Syracuse...
Massive Change To Liquor Law In New York
Governor Hochul has signed a bill that makes a huge change to the liquor law in New York State. The new law will allow distillers in the state direct access to more consumers. Senate Bill S2852A and the Assembly version A3132,. "Authorizes the direct intrastate and interstate shipment of liquor,...
NY weather update: Flood advisory likely to expire at 12:15 a.m.
The advisory was for Dutchess County. "The Flood Advisory will expire at 12:15 a.m. early this morning for a portion of east central New York, including the following area, Dutchess. The heavy rain has ended. Flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat. Please continue to heed remaining road closures," according to the National Weather Service.
N.Y. Lottery: Mega Millions soars to $575 million ahead of Tuesday’s drawing
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Mega Millions’ Tuesday drawing is soaring to astronomical heights — like, you could buy your own island kind of heights. As of Sunday, Aug. 25, the Mega Millions jackpot is standing at an impressive $575 million. Fortunately — or unfortunately, if you played...
Beware! This Email Scam Is Hitting New York Again
DO NOT BE SCAMMED! There is an email scam making its way through New York State again and even the most aware New Yorker can be fooled. Warning - If you receive an email with the subject line Traffic Citation it's most likely a scam! I received this exact email earlier this year and immediately contacted the New York State Police. This is what they had to say.
Bills urged to cut ties with veteran linebacker before Week 1
It is the last preseason game for the Buffalo Bills and we are four quarters away from getting past what feels like the longest part of the lead up to the regular season. It doesn’t matter if the Bills win or lose this game. All that matters is that they leave this game as healthy as possible. The last two weeks, the roster has taken a big hit with the injury bug.
Chilly August in New York? Whiteface Feels Like Winter’s Already Here!
You think it's cool for August in New York? It feels like winter has already started at the peak of Whiteface Mountain. As the temperatures drop for a few days, making it feel more like fall in New York, the weather at Whiteface is an entirely different story. Many of...
New York State Resident Reports “Cylindrical Shaped” Hovering Object
A New York state resident reported seeing what they first thought was a police helicopter hovering near the ground. However, as the witness continued to look on they noticed something very odd about this encounter. What exactly was this person from Watervliet seeing here? Is this some sort of thing...
“Red Flag” for 2024 Winter Forecast in New York State
There is a red flag in the Farmer's Almanac for the winter forecast this year. The forecast is a unique one for sure. Usually, when the Farmer's Almanac comes out, the forecast is pretty simple: it's usually either going to snow a lot or a little. The first day of...
Warning: ‘Do Not Touch’ These Venomous New York Caterpillars
An eagle-eyed Hudson Valley hiker recently spotted one of the coolest caterpillars in New York State... then came the warnings. Caterpillars can be a touchy subject in New York. From the spongy moth caterpillar catastrophe earlier in the summer to the fickle weather predictions of the woolly bear caterpillar, these little insects can cause quite a fuss. Some, however, can be dangerous.
N.Y. Gov. Hochul announces additional free fishing day to help New Yorkers ‘get offline, get outside’
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Labor Day weekend will kick off with a new free fishing day. The addition of the day — planned for Saturday, Aug. 31 — brings the total number of free fishing days in 2024 to seven. “There is no...
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