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Construction Underway on ‘Northeast’s Largest Dairy Factory’ in Upstate NY
STORY UPDATE: Ground has officially been broken for the Fairlife Milk factory in Webster, NY. You can see the full event, which took place in April, here:. Scroll below to read our original story on the construction of the factory. Got milk?. A major corporation is set to break ground...
Young Rodeo Prodigy Brings a Lifetime of Laughter to Gerry Rodeo
(WNY News Now) – Gerry, NY – At just 30, Brinson James, a rodeo clown with 28 years of experience, is set to dazzle audiences at the 79th annual Gerry Rodeo from July 31 to August 3. One of the nation’s top young rodeo clowns, Brinson James, is...
New Exhibit Coming to the Cultural Center
The Onöhsagwë: de’ Cultural Center will examine the life of Seneca war chief Cornplanter and provide insight into life on the Cornplanter Grant in a new exhibit scheduled to open August 3, 2024. The major highlight of the exhibition will be the display of the public original Cornplanter monument.
Large Fight in Dunkirk Leads to Six Arrests
Six people were taken into custody after a large fight broke out in the City of Dunkirk on Monday. Dunkirk Police responded to the 500 block of Main Street shortly after 3:45 PM for a report of a person with a handgun, when the fight began. Officers began trying to break up the fight before several additional people began showing up and tried pulling officers away and fighting with them and other people on scene. Police say several subjects were taken into custody, at which point a large crowd began to gather, which led to additional fights and more arrests. The crowd eventually dispersed after Fredonia Police, the Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office, State Police and University Police arrived on scene. 35-year-old Cody Davis and 33-year-old Niesha Lockett, both of Dunkirk, were both charged with disorderly conduct; 36-year-old Larry Brooks, Jr. of Dunkirk was charged with disorderly conduct and 2nd-degree menacing; 32-year-old Ladarran Watts of Buffalo and 24-year-old Jerred Simmons of Dunkirk face charges of disorderly conduct and 2nd-degree obstruction; and 51-year-old Darleen Brooks of Dunkirk was arrested on a warrant. All six suspects were released with appearance tickets. Police say additional charges from the incident are possible.
City DPW Announces Changes in Rubbish Collection Schedule for July 4th Holiday
The City of Dunkirk DPW's rubbish pickup schedule will be different this week due to the July 4th holiday. Rubbish in the Thursday collection zone (District A) will be picked up on Friday, while rubbish in the Friday collection zone (District D) will be picked up on Saturday. You may refer to the 2024 Curbside Collection Schedule for further information. Copies of the Curbside Collection Schedule are still available in the City Clerk's Office, City Treasurer's Office and Public Works Department, as well as the city's website. City Hall will be closed on Thursday, July 4th.
DHS Class of 2024 Participates in Senior Sweep
The City of Dunkirk recently hosted some of the now-graduated seniors from Dunkirk High School for the city's annual Senior Sweep. This tradition involves the seniors going around the city collecting any trash or litter left. This year, the seniors collected more than 15 bags of trash from different areas, including Washington Park and Wright Park. Afterwards, the class enjoyed pizza with some of the city officials and a photo with Mayor Kate Wdowiasz. The city gives special thanks to its DPW employees and G&E Tents for their help with the Senior Sweep and also extends its congratulations to all of the graduates in the area, especially those from Dunkirk High School.
Buffalo Fire offers helpful tips for firework safety
With some considering setting off some of their own fireworks or sparklers this Thursday to celebrate the Fourth of July, the Buffalo Fire Department gave a safe firework demonstration and offered some important tips to keep in mind. More from WBEN:
Sue’s NY Deli to be phased out of Buffalo City Hall after scathing audit
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – A business in Buffalo City Hall hasn’t been paying their rent for years and city officials are trying to figure out what to do next. The finding was discovered in a recent city audit. The issue of unpaid rent has to do with Sue’s NY Deli, which is located in the […]
Woman who accused Pridgen filed second Adult Survivor’s Act case a month later
The woman who filed a sexual abuse lawsuit against the former Buffalo council president filed a second case a month later against the New York State, alleging sexual abuse in a state prison
The Sabres made another questionable signing on Day 2 of free agency
The Buffalo Sabres needed to add a goaltender for potential organizational depth, but instead, they got James Reimer, a netminder who was part of an ill-fated trio last season in Detroit that also included Ville Husso and Alex Lyon. Of course, Lyon actually had a good year, and Husso proved to be a bust - technically, the Red Wings acquired his signing rights - and Reimer was just about as up and down as one could get.
Buffalo Bills Could Have Contract Drama During 2024 Season With Key Starter
Per a team insider, the Buffalo Bills could have more contract drama before next March. The Bills had to part ways with several key players this offseason in order to clear cap space ahead of free agency. They also traded wide receiver Stefon Diggs in a bid to save money and become less selfish in 2024.
2024 Bob McCarthy Scholarships Awarded
The Bob McCarthy Foundation continues its tradition of providing scholarships to graduating students at ECS. The Foundation awards a $500 scholarship to students that demonstrate a good work ethic, determination and community service. Our goal is to support students pursuing higher education and or entering the trades. This year a...
Catt-Allegany Workforce Dev. Board Receives Grant
Jason Miller, CAWDB Executive Director accepting the big check! Photo/CAWDB. ROCHESTER: Cattaraugus-Allegany Workforce Development Board (CAWDB) was one of ten organizations selected for a Springboard grant. Springboard is a grant fund created by the Ralph C. Wilson Foundation. A diverse group of organizations that support the entrepreneurial ecosystem across Western New York were named winners of this regional, innovative rapid prize competition launched this year. The winners were announced at an event held in Rochester on Monday (6/24) at NextCorps to honor each group and award prize money ranging from $7,500-$25,000, with the amount awarded totaling $222,500 in this first of three rounds of funding.
Seneca Nation files notice of claim against city of Olean over untreated sewage in Allegheny River
OLEAN, N.Y. — The Seneca Nation is laying the groundwork for legal action against the city of Olean over concerns of untreated sewage being released in the Allegheny River. According to Olean Mayor William Aiello, the city was served with a notice of claim by the Seneca Nation on Monday.
Kramer Shoots Hole-in-One at Cable Hollow
RUSSELL, Pa. – Ron Kramer shot a hole-in-one at Cable Hollow Golf Club on July 2, 2024. Kramer aced Hole 11 with a Sand Wedge from 113 yards. He skipped the ball across the pond and rolled up the bank and went in. Jeff Turner, Don Moore, and Jan Moore witnessed the shot.
Vehicle Strikes Deer, Bursts into Flames on I-90 in Ripley
The driver of a vehicle on I-90 eastbound in the Town of Ripley was able to escape injury after the vehicle became fully involved in flames Tuesday evening. According to the Ripley Fire Department, the flames broke out in the area of milepost 490.0 after the vehicle struck a deer at about 8:30 PM. Crews say the driver was able to get out of the vehicle before EMS crews arrived.
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