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Find out what the Old Farmer's Almanac says the fall has in store for Lower Hudson Valley
As we sweat through July, the Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts autumn will bring cooler-than-average temperatures to at least a chunk of Lower Hudson Valley. Autumn precipitation is predicted to be near average in our region, while the rest of the state and through northern New England are eyed for below average, a summary of the almanac says.
Family of Missing Woman in Upstate New York Pleads for Safe Return
A mother of two from Upstate New York has gone missing, and State Police in New York are hoping that someone reading this right now might have some information about her whereabouts. According to the New York State Police, the search is on for a woman reported missing by her...
Digital Affordable Childcare Portal Launched For New Yorkers
Not long ago, we learned about the historic investment for New York State's child care assistance programs. On Friday July 19th, Governor Hochul helped to officially launch the web portal that will allow hundreds of thousands more New Yorkers access to those assistance programs. Digital Childcare Portal Launched For New...
Analysts believe New York cannot go any lower than their 51% sports betting tax rate
Last Thursday, the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States had its summer meeting in Pittsburgh. There was hope from some operators in the US that New York’s 51% sports betting tax rate would decrease. However, it was discussed at the meeting last week that New York cannot go any lower than the 51% tax rate they already have. Troy Mackey, the coordinator of the New York Assembly’s Racing & Wagering Committee, had this to say about there not being any room to change their tax rate.
ADOPTED! That 'Fowl' Mouthed NY Parrot Has A New Home
A unique parrot was breaking the internet when an animal shelter highlighted this foul-mouthed bird. The Western New York shelter said they received over four hundred inquiries about him. Pepper is known to have some colorful language so he had to go to the right family. He has been adopted.
$100,000 Winning Lottery Ticket Sold In Western New York
This weekend was a very lucky weekend for one lottery player in Western New York. The New York State Lottery announced that a 2nd place-winning LOTTO ticket was sold in North Tonawanda. The ticket was sold at Budwey's Market In The Square located on Divison Street in North Tonawanda, which...
In Focus: Train Chugs on Through Artpark
Train performed at Artpark Amphitheater on Friday, July 19, with Yacht Rock Revue opening, with both bands had the crowd singing and dancing to their classic songs all night. Yacht Rock Revue is not your typical tribute band. They add their own flare to the songs they sing, an array of classic hits songs from the 70s and 80s. Within their set, they also mixed in some of their original songs as well in the mix that the crowd loved. The band got the crowd grooving early on in the night, gearing them up for Train.
Uno Reverse: Southtowns pub re-opens after closing its doors just one week after grand opening
HAMBURG, N.Y. — After recently calling it quits just one week after its long-awaited grand opening, The Foxglove Pub took to Instagram Monday for the first time since early June with an update many people may not have been expecting. The pub appears to be re-opening with new hours...
4 people, including juvenile, taken into custody for alleged robbery in Hamburg motel
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Four people were taken into custody in connection with the robbery of a 25-year-old man Saturday, according to Hamburg police. According to officials, the man allegedly went to a Motel 6 on Camp Road at 2:30 a.m. to meet up with a woman he had met earlier at a Depew bar. […]
Residents call Route 198 ‘the most unfair speed camera area’
Construction on the Cain Street overpass on the 198 is receiving backlash from neighbors. The complaints aren't about loud noise or dust, but a construction zone speeding camera that's been snap-shotting and fining residents.
This Record Was Broken for Severe Weather in New York State in July
It's been a wild, somewhat terrifying summer in New York thus far. The state has experienced extremely volatile weather patterns in recent weeks, which have wreaked havoc on local communities. High temperatures and humidity levels are largely to blame for this, but the state has also fallen victim to the ripple effect of Hurricane Beryl, which has further complicated matters.
Capital Region restaurant inspections: July 15-19
These are the inspections from July 15 to 19 reported by the NYSDOH divided up by critical violations, non-critical violations, and no violations. You can find a list of all restaurant inspections for the last several years on the NYSDOH website.
WATCH: GMFB host throws first pitch into stands at Buffalo baseball game
"Good Morning Football" host and honorary Bills Mafia member Kyle Brandt threw out the first pitch at a recent Buffalo Bisons game. Popular NFL media personality and honorary Bills Mafia member Kyle Brandt was celebrated by the Buffalo faithful this weekend, receiving a themed night at the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons' Saturday evening contest with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders. The Good Morning Football co-host—and creator of the popular “Angry Runs” segment—kicked off the evening by throwing out the honorary first pitch in true Brandt style, humorously launching the ball high above home plate and into the crowd.
Former U.S. Rep. , WNY native Henry Nowak dies at 89
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Former Democratic U.S. Rep. Henry Nowak, who represented Western New York from 1975 to 1992, has died. He was 89. “On a day of great change for Democrats, the ... community mourns the passing of one of the greatest elected officials we have ever had,” Erie County Democratic Chairman Jeremy Zellner said on X, announcing the death Sunday after President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 presidential race.
CSX train derails in upstate NY, crashes into home. See video of the aftermath
A CSX train derailed on Monday morning in Niagara Falls and smashed into a residential garage, spilling up to 2,000 gallons of diesel fuel into the nearby sewer system, according to authorities and the rail company. Local, state and federal officials were investigating the derailment that happened near Seneca Avenue...
Edholm Ties for Second at 2024 Porter Cup
Canisius golfer Ryan Edholm posted a one-under par score of 69 in the final round of the 2024 Porter Cup on Saturday and finished the tournament tied for second with his four-round total of 270 (-10). Edholm's second-place finish serves as the best finish for a Canisius golfer at the Porter Cup.
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