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Sen. Fetterman urges Dep. of Agriculture to protect small, domestic livestock producers
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WTAJ) — In an effort to safeguard small domestic poultry and livestock producers from the interests of large corporations, Senator John Fetterman sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The letter expressed endorsement for the “Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets” and “Poultry Grower Payment Systems and Capital Improvement Systems” […]
A new Pennsylvania law protects homeowners against ‘We Buy Houses’ hustlers
A new Pennsylvania law aimed at protecting homeowners from predatory tactics that can strip them of their housing wealth will expand protections already in place in Philadelphia. The state law will regulate third parties in real estate deals called “wholesalers,” who sign agreements of sale with homeowners and then sell...
Missing Buffalo teen last seen in Olean
OLEAN, N.Y. — The Erie County Sheriff's Office and Buffalo Police Department are looking for the community's help in locating 17-year-old Robert Kemp. Robert was reported to missing from Buffalo on July 22, and was last seen in the Olean-area. He was wearing blue checkered pants, and a black hooded sweatshirt.
Sixth-Generation Broom Makers Open Shop in Lopez
With over 100 years in the art of broom making, Meckley Brooms is celebrating a new milestone. Owners Brett and Briana Meckley have opened a retail shop in Lopez, just eight miles north of Ricketts Glen State Park. The shop officially opened in May 2024 and sells handcrafted corn brooms....
Wrapping up Day 1 of Go Joe 27 in Northumberland County
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Day One of Go Joe 27 could not have asked for more enthusiasm from folks in Central Pennsylvania. A sea of people and inflatables in Woodward Township helped Joe kick off his ride Monday morning in Clinton County, where he started his ride after breakfast in Lock Haven.
Gov. Hochul celebrates Wells Enterprises' expanded $425 million investment at Dunkirk ice cream manufacturing facility
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul was in the City of Dunkirk on Tuesday to join leadership, employees and community stakeholders with Wells Enterprises in announcing a significant expansion of its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. More from WBEN:
Stewart’s Shops Announces New Summer Goodies
This fan favorite, New York business has over 350 shops in New York state and Vermont. They have won the 'Top Workplace Award'. Stewart's Shops also has over 95,000 followers on Facebook. It's not a surprise that New Yorkers love Stewart's Shops for their gas, ice cream, new merchandise and more.
Haunted talk at county museum Thursday July 25
MACHIAS — The Cattaraugus County Museum and Research Library’s Summer at the Stone House event series continues Thursday, July 25, with a discussion of the supernatural history of the region given by Amanda R. Woomer, author of A Haunted Atlas of Western New York. Her talk, titled “More...
Body found in Niagara Falls home
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — Niagara Falls Police and Fire investigators are looking into a house fire after a body was found inside. Firefighters were called to a home on Orleans Avenue Tuesday just before 9 am for a report of a structure fire. When firefighters arrived, they said could...
Thirteen years later, mother renews plea for info about hit-and-run death of daughter
GENESEE TWP, MI – It was 13 years ago when Tamela Steiner lost her daughter. Alexandria Castanon was 22 years old on July 23, 2011, when she was hit and killed by a vehicle while walking down Center Road near Richfield Road in Genesee Township. Her case has gone...
Bradford Police Need Help Identifying UTV Driver Who Damaged Cop Car
The City of Bradford Police Department are asking the public’s help in identifying a UTV and driver that rammed the front of their police cruiser on Saturday and fled the scene. The incident happened on Cornen Street and it was determined the UTV came from the Euclid Avenue area...
Amherst Police respond to multiple fights at Old Home Days
AMHERST, N.Y. — Amherst Police say they've had to respond to several fights involving teenagers at the annual Old Home Days carnival. On July 16, just before 10pm, police say there were numerous fights between juveniles at different areas of Island Park, where the carnival is held every year. Police say the fights were over by the time officers arrived, and no arrests were made.
Altman named head coach at Pitt-Bradford
BRADFORD, PA. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford has named Zach Altman as the university’s head wrestling coach, the third head coach in the program’s history. “I am pleased to announce the hiring of Zach Altman as our new wrestling coach,” said Athletic Director Bret Butler. “He is a motivated coach, with a background of success that will be instrumental in helping our program continue to grow.”
Shapiro Administration Secures $500 Million for Interstate 83 John Harris Memorial (South) Bridge, Largest Federal Transportation Grant Ever Received in Pennsylvania
The Governor and PennDOT Secretary Carroll have advocated for this federal funding for the last year and a half – and this investment from the Biden Administration to replace the South Bridge is the largest grant in state history for a transportation project. The South Bridge carries more than...
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