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Minnesota Man Faces Multiple Charges After DWI Incident in Sheridan
(WNY News Now) – Sheridan – A Minnetrista, Minnesota man is facing serious charges after a late-night motor vehicle accident on East Middle Road in the Town of Sheridan. On July 4, 2024, at approximately 10:50 PM, the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported motor vehicle accident on Pennsylvania Avenue in the Town of Sheridan. Upon arrival, deputies found a vehicle in a ditch on East Middle Road. The operator, identified as 38-year-old Daniel Edward Gallivan of Minnetrista, Minnesota, was located a short distance away from the vehicle.
Charity Golf Tournament to Benefit CASA of Chautauqua Features Breweries, Wineries & Coffee Roasters
(WNY News Now) – Mayville, NY – Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Chautauqua County announces its 3rd Annual A Voice Fore A Child Beer & Wine Tasting Charity Golf Tournament to be held on Saturday, August 17 at Chautauqua Golf Club. Registration starts at 11 a.m. with a shotgun start at 12 p.m. The 18-hole, scramble format tournament will feature on-course tastings by local breweries, wineries, and coffee roasters. The tournament is presented by Mayshark Builders. The public is invited.
Collaborating for Conservation: MHA, RTPI, and Watershed Conservancy Lead Initiative
(WNY News Now) – Jamestown, N.Y. – The Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County (MHA) is partnering with the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy and the Roger Tory Peterson Institute to restore the native wildflowers along the Chadakoin River and explore the role of art and artists in protecting freshwater ecosystems.
Dunkirk Man Charged with Felony DWI After Crash in Pomfret
A Dunkirk man faces a handful of charges following a one-vehicle crash in the Town of Pomfret Thursday night. Chautauqua County Sheriff's deputies responded to the scene Concord Road just before 10:30 PM and were assisted by a Jamestown Police K-9 in locating the driver, 63-year-old Christopher Ley, a short distance off the roadway. Further investigation found that Ley was allegedly intoxicated. Deputies charged him with felony DWI, unlicensed operation, failure to stop at a stop sign, and consumption of alcohol in a motor vehicle. Ley will answer the charges in Pomfret Town Court at a later date.
Car crushed in between semi-truck and New York bridge railing; no one injured
(Gray News) - Miraculously, no one was injured after a car was crushed between a semi-truck and a bridge railing in New York. In a Facebook post, two medical teams from Chautauqua County EMS assisted the Bemus Point Fire Department and Ashville Fire Department on the scene of an accident involving a semi-truck and a Honda vehicle Tuesday evening.
NYS Thruway Authority again warning people of E-ZPass scam
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The New York State Thruway Authority is again warning the public about scams involving E-ZPass. In a post on the Thruway Authority’s Facebook page, the group reminded the public about scam texts that people have been getting. “E-ZPass or Tolls By Mail will never send an email or contact you requesting […]
N.Y. Gov Hochul signs law with new restriction on capturing wildlife
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced several pieces of legislation Wednesday aimed at protecting marine animals and other wildlife populations. One new bill extends the Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) authority to restrict the tools used by people capturing sharks to use of only non-stainless steel, non-offset circle hooks. According to...
DEC Warns New York ‘Do Not Touch This Plant!’
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is warning everyone to avoid touching this very large invasive plant that can cause painful burns and scarring. If you lived in New York for a while you've probably heard the warning before from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) advising everyone to avoid any contact whatsoever with a specific plant that can be found scattered across the state.
Four Inducted into NYS Oil Producers’ Association Wall of Fame
Learn more about the legacy of these four new Wall of Fame members. Bolivar – Four individuals were honored with induction into the New York State Oil Producers’ Association Wall of Fame in a ceremony Friday evening at the Pioneer Oil Museum. Honored were the late J.F. (Dutch)...
New York Ranks High in States with High Senior Bankruptcy Risk
As we get older, many New Yorkers begin to think about retiring and holding on to the money that we worked so hard to obtain. Do we stay in the Empire State or do we move down south where the weather is warmer and taxes are lower?. Recent info shows...
$48 Million Settlement: Progressive to Compensate Over 90,000 NY Policyholders for Undervalued Vehicles
Over 90,000 Progressive auto insurance policyholders in New York are eligible to receive a $335 payment as part of a $48 million settlement after the company was accused of undervaluing their totaled vehicles to reduce payouts. Progressive to Pay $335 to Over 90,000 Policyholders for Undervalued Vehicles Over 90,000 New York policyholders who had their […]
Popular Retailer Closing Its Stores In New York
A popular retailer is closing all of its stores in New York State. The retailer had previously been struggling with finances and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on June 18, 2024. Credit: NBC Connecticut via Youtube. Bobs Stores To Close Its Locations In New York State. Bob's Stores had...
NY weather: Air quality alert in effect for part of New York until Friday night
On Friday at 9:41 a.m. an air quality alert was issued valid until 11 p.m. for Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten Island, Brooklyn and Queens as well as Orange, Putnam, Rockland and Westchester counties. "The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the...
Massive Snail Species That Carries Meningitis Found in New York
One of the largest and most damaging species of snail was recently discovered in New York, and the dangers it poses goes far beyond the effects on plants and property. The discovery is a frustrating addition to the large group of invasive species already present in New York State. From the aggressive "Frankenfish" that can breathe air and eats mammals to the crustacean the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) urges residents to immediately freeze to death, it's a wild world out there. But back to the snail...
New Civic Engagement Opportunities for SUNY Students
SUNY Students Encouraged To Apply Here for 500 Paid Civic and Service Internships. In a move to foster civic responsibility and community service among its student body, SUNY is launching the Empire State Service Corps Program. This initiative, led by Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado, expands paid civic and service opportunities for SUNY students.
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