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Batavia man arrested for strangulation and other charges following domestic incident
Batavia, N.Y. — A man faces several charges after a domestic incident last month. Police responded to a disturbance call June 22 at a home on Liberty Street in Batavia. Kenneth Jordan, 31, allegedly strangled the victim and refused to let her leave the home. Police said two children...
A Total of 70 Winter/Spring Sports Student-Athletes Earn CUNYAC Scholar-Athlete Honor Roll
The City University of New York Athletic Conference (CUNYAC) has announced its Scholar-Athlete Honor Roll for the recently completed 2024 Winter/Spring semesters. The Baruch College Athletic Department was recognized with a total of 70 student-athletes from eight spring sports earning CUNYAC Honor Roll Honors. The CUNYAC Winter/Spring Scholar-Athlete Honor Roll...
Locally produced film puts Batavia, JK Intermediate in the spotlight
While James DiLullo is a proud Batavia native who just brought in a cast and crew from Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Bergen, Waterloo, and yes, his own hometown, to film “Kitty,” the short work he scripted and produced at John Kennedy Intermediate School, he likes to tout the idea of regional versus local.
Le Roy market adds four vendors, looking to fill a spot
As the first-year manager for Le Roy Farmers Market, Andres Manamon is eager to share the bounty with folks looking to shop for anything from fresh produce and scrumptious cookies to honey, pasture-raised meats, flowers, cider, organic breads, desserts and more every weekend.
Motorcyclist hospitalized after hitting deer in Hamlin
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A motorcyclist was hospitalized Tuesday, after hitting a deer while driving in Hamlin. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office said the motorcyclist hit a deer on Morton Road. The motorcyclist was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital. Police did not know the extent of their injuries. Morton Road was closed between Redman Road […]
Police find ghost gun during traffic stop in Gates
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A Rochester man was arrested Monday after police said they found a handgun with 3D printed parts in his possession. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, deputies stopped a Honda Accord in Gates around 3:15 p.m. They claim the driver “exhibited nervous behavior” and had a black bag between his […]
New pickleball court opens in Nunda
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — There’s a new pickleball court in Livingston County. The Town of Nunda partnered with the local Kiwanis Club to build the new court at Kiwanis Park. The court is paid for by American rescue plan funds and it’s open now. Pickleball, which is among...
Big first inning powers Red Wings to 10-4 win in Buffalo
An eight-run first inning powered the Rochester Red Wings to a 10-4 victory over the Buffalo Bisons on Tuesday in Buffalo. All eight runs in the first came with two outs, as the Wings (6-2 in the second half, 44-37 overall) opened the scoring when Juan Yepez and Trey Lipscomb drew back-to-back walks, with Lipscomb’s walk forcing home Darren Baker from third to make it 1-0. Shortstop Jackson Cluff followed with a single to bring in Riley Adams, then Alex Call lined a 2-2 fastball from Chad Green to center to bring in two more and extend the lead to 4-0.
Tonawanda man to become first living heart donor in US in 8 years
TONAWANDA, N.Y. (WIVB) — 38-year-old Patrick McDonald has battled asthma throughout his life. In 2020, he battled COVID-19. Two years later, after multiple bouts of pneumonia, he needed emergency surgery to remove two-thirds of his right lung. He’s currently waiting for a double lung and heart transplant. Despite all...
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
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 […]
West Herr WBEN Buffalo Business Report - Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024
The Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse “semiconductor superhighway” receives $40 million in federal funds, ConnectLife, Fattey Beer and the Bills partner for a blood drive, and an amusement partnership continues.
Hamburg’s Foxglove Pub closes one week after grand opening
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The Foxglove Pub in Hamburg closed its business one week after its grand opening on June 22. The pub, located on Buffalo Street, announced on social media that it was “calling it quits” this week, just days after starting the business. The closure comes after years of renovations to the building. […]
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