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Country Icon Added to New York State Fair Concert Lineup
A country icon has been added to the growing list of free entertainment at the New York State Fair. One of the best state fairs in the country is only a month away. Escape artists, jugglers, robots, racing pigs, and splashing sea lions are all part of the fun at every turn.
Jackpot: Enormous Blue Crab Smashes New York State Record
Sometimes, the fisherman isn't lying about the size of their catch. A monumental blue crab was once again harvested in New York, and it's smashed the previous record set only 10 months ago. Not only does New York have a new record on the books... but the legendary crustacean may...
Spotted Lanternfly identified in the Finger Lakes; grape-growers on alert
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — An invasive species that can devastate plants, including grape vines and apple trees, has made its way to the Finger lakes. The New York State Department of Agriculture confirmed Thursday that the Spotted Lanternfly was identified in Romulus. The state is asking grape growers, farmers, and the general public to be […]
Recent Cyber Attacks Threaten Hudson Valley, New York Infrastructure
On Friday, July 19th, Microsoft experienced a global outage. Banks, airlines, television networks and health systems around the world that rely on Microsoft 365 apps were hit by widespread outages early Friday. Thousands of flights and train services were canceled globally, including more than 1,000 in the U.S., and there were disruptions to many other public and retail services.
Massive Fireball Streaks Across New York Skies, Causing Explosive Boom
Some lucky New Yorkers who were looking up at the right time got to see a giant ball of light streak across the sky. Soon after, witnesses reported hearing a super loud booms and even felt some shaking. The rare but incredible celestial event happened on the 16th, but NASA...
‘World’s Deadliest’ Creature Spreading Another Deadly Virus In New York
The CDC issued a warning about a virus spreading at historic levels. The CDC issued a "health alert" to notify the public and public health authorities of an increased risk of dengue virus (DENV) infections. Dengue Virus Infections Reach Historic Numbers. The CDC confirmed more cases have already been reported...
Man Arrested After Attempted Theft at Allegany Walmart
(WNY News Now) – Allegany – A Portville man, Justin T. Hellmer, 36, faces charges of Petit Larceny following an incident at Walmart in Allegany, NY. Justin T. Hellmer was apprehended by the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office on July 15, 2024, at approximately 12:30 PM. He was reportedly caught attempting to leave Walmart on Plaza Dr with unpaid items. The arrest followed an investigation into the incident. Hellmer was subsequently released on an appearance ticket and is slated for arraignment in the near future. As are all persons accused of a crime, the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Byron Cogdell Sr.’s New York-Based Venture, The Hoagie Stop, Has Reportedly Reached $1M In Revenue With Plans For Expansion To Texas
Byron Cogdell Sr. is scaling his million-dollar business. According to Buffalo Business First, he is the founder of The Hoagie Stop, a Buffalo, NY-based venture he began after committing 15 years to the restaurant industry, including 10 years at Cole’s. His motivation to start his own business came from grilling and selling hoagies right in… Continue reading Byron Cogdell Sr.’s New York-Based Venture, The Hoagie Stop, Has Reportedly Reached $1M In Revenue With Plans For Expansion To Texas
Former Buffalo Bill Sells Massive Orchard Park Home [PHOTOS]
The real estate market in the Western New York area is one of the hottest in the nation. According to multiple surveys and reports, the Buffalo area is one of the most sought after for those looking to buy a home. The issue with the market these days seems to...
Police Respond to Bomb Threat from Vehicle in Downtown Fredonia
A bomb threat caused a portion of East Main Street in downtown Fredonia to shut down for approximately two hours Thursday morning. Fredonia Police report that their officers received a 911 call at about 8:00 AM reporting that an occupant of a parked vehicle at Crosby's convenience store was using a shotgun to honk the vehicle's horn while sitting in the backseat. Officers approached a red SUV that had towels and blankets hung from inside the vehicle blocking their view inside. They removed an adult male and female who were occupying the backseat area; they both allegedly claimed that a bomb was inside. Several additional law enforcement agencies responded to the scene and helped evacuate the immediate area. The scene was rendered safe after a thorough search of the vehicle by bomb technicians from the Chautauqua and Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office Hazardous Device Units and a Chautauqua County Sheriff's K-9 unit. Fredonia Police add that a pellet/BB gun was being used to honk the vehicle's horn, and that there was no shotgun located in the vehicle. Charges will follow pending an investigation involving the Chautauqua County District Attorney's Office.
Vietnam veteran, dog die in Genesee Township house fire
GENESEE TOWNSHIP, MI -- A Vietnam veteran and his dog died after a house fire in Genesee Township early Thursday morning, July 18. The Genesee Township Fire Department was called to respond to the fire, near the 1000 block of Clovis Avenue, at about 4:30 a.m. Thursday. If you purchase...
New: Marta’s Market Fits Into the Grazing Culture of East Aurora
With so many drinking, dining and entertainment options, even Taylor Swift knows there’s a lot to like about East Aurora. Everyone’s favorite sleepy village without an Open Container Law just got another great hospitality option in the form of Marta’s Market. The new Italian sandwich shop is...
Colin Cowherd: Josh Allen is ‘underrated’
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has faced a lot of criticism because he can’t get past Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in the playoffs. As good as Josh Allen has been during the regular season, he’s yet to lead his team to the Super Bowl, which has many fans and NFL experts questioning Read more... The post Colin Cowherd: Josh Allen is ‘underrated’ appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Fix Released For Massive Outages Impacting New York Residents
New Yorkers are waking up to potentially massive tech issues and absolute chaos. We've learned of a potential quick fix. Businesses around the world are being affected by a cybersecurity outage. The cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike confirmed the global glitch due to a failed update. CrowdStrike says it's now in the...
New York State Police Say SUV Hit Amish Buggy And Drove Off
Less than a week after a Kia Sedona allegedly hit an Amish horse-drawn carriage on State Route 3, offcials say another vehicle has struck a buggy. This time, the crash lead to the death of a teenage occupant, says police. One country Sheriff has a message for drivers in New...
Massive Fireball Streaks Across New York Skies, Causing Explosive Boom
Some lucky New Yorkers who were looking up at the right time got to see a giant ball of light streak across the sky. Soon after, witnesses reported hearing a super loud booms and even felt some shaking. The rare but incredible celestial event happened on the 16th, but NASA...
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