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Bridge collision issue continues in Niagara Falls
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — It’s a problem as old as trucks and bridges themselves, and in Niagara Falls, it’s not getting any better. State police in Niagara Falls and Grand Island have seen a continuing issue over the past decade where tractor trailers continue to strike the North Grand Island bridge, requiring the Niagara Scenic Parkway to be shut down and compromising the structural integrity of the bridge.
North Tonawanda implements 2-year ban on crypto mining establishments
NORTH TONAWANDA, N.Y. (WIVB) — The North Tonawanda Common Council voted to approve a two-year moratorium on all crypto mining developments in the city, which passed unanimously on Tuesday. The moratorium, proposed by Mayor Austin Tylec, implements a two-year pause on any new crypto mining plants and the expansion of existing ones in North Tonawanda. […]
Western New Yorkers flock to catch new Ralph Wilson Park Bridge make its trek down Erie Canal
Tuesday was a special day for many Western New Yorkers with the arrival of the first barge carrying parts of the new Ralph Wilson Park Pedestrian Bridge along the historic Erie Canal. Read more from WBEN:
Footbridge arrived in Buffalo after traveling across Upstate NY via the Erie Canal
Buffalo had a lot to celebrate today on July 16, otherwise known as 716 Day, when part of the massive pedestrian bridge that has traveled across Upstate New York from Albany, reached its final destination. The Ralph Wilson Park Bridge, which started its journey in Italy where it was made,...
Town of Tonawanda backing out of deal with indicted political donor
TOWN OF TONAWWANDA, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Town of Tonawanda is backing out of a deal to buy a building from a local political donor who’s accused of federal charges. The town was negotiating a deal to buy a building from Hormoz Mansouri for over $1 million, but according to the Town of Tonawanda Supervisor […]
Come Chill on the Hill this Week in Fonthill! Starting THIS THURSDAY!
Join over 40,000 of your friends to eat, drink, shop, and enjoy live music at Pelham Summerfest! 🗓️ July 18 – 21, 2024!. Residents and visitors, friends and neighbours are invited to come together in Fonthill to explore our lively and walkable downtown! Here’s a sneak peek at what to expect:
Million Dollar Home Sales Pacing for Record in Western New York
With the year just half over, Erie County is on pace to set a new record in terms of houses selling for more than $1 million. Last week, a trio of homes - two in Buffalo and one in Amherst - all sold for north of the $1 million benchmark, giving the county 32 private residences that went for more than $1 million.
Part of Skyway to close on Sunday
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Part of the Buffalo Skyway will be closed on Sunday to accommodate the annual Buffalo Skyride. The Skyway from Interstate 190 to Ridge Road will close from 6 a.m. to noon for the event. In addition, the ramp from southbound Interstate 190 to the Skyway will close. Westbound traffic will be […]
'Old Home Days' traffic closures in Williamsville
WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y. — Williamsville's 'Old Home Days' festival kicks off this week starting on Tuesday with a parade at 6:30 p.m. on Main Street. The festival will continue throughout the week from Tuesday to Friday with rides, food, a beer tent , live music and more. To view a full schedule of what will be going on click here.
Community Groups Sue Over Rental Law In Buffalo
Just a few months ago, a coalition of community groups joined together to protest against what many describe as a lack of enforcement of various aspects of housing law in the City of Buffalo. Chief among those complaints was that City officials did not follow through with implementing the City...
Three Homes Sell for Over $1 Million in Western New York
In the space of 90 minutes, a trio of homes all sold for more than $1 million - giving Erie County 36 private residences this year that have sold for more than the key $1 million benchmark. According to filings made late July 11 in the Erie County Clerk’s office,...
State audit critical of Lancaster’s handling of town financials
LANCASTER, N.Y. (WIVB) – The New York State Comptroller’s Office is critical of how the Town of Lancaster’s former supervisor handled and oversaw taxpayer money. This audit centers around the town’s hiring of an outside company to handle the town’s financials last year, something state auditors said shouldn’t have happened.
Ralph C. Wilson Bridge continues travels through the Erie canal
ALBION, N.Y. — The Ralph C. Wilson Park Bridge spent its 11th day of travel moving from Rochester to Albion. Originally slated to arrive in Albion around 12:30, it experienced about a one-and-a-half-hour delay. The delay, however, did not keep a crowd from coming out to see the bridge.
Buffalo Set To Implement Huge Increase In Parking Fees
As we get deeper into 2024 and the new fiscal year for the City of Buffalo, more is becoming known about the budget and some of the pending increases in taxes, fees, and charges residents will need to begin to absorb. Just a few weeks ago, city residents got their...
Traffic Cameras Active On School Buses In Buffalo, New York
Summer school is in session for many school districts across Western New York and a new program is now active for the Buffalo School District. Traffic cameras have been installed on every bus in the Buffalo School district and these cameras will be used to catch people who pass stopped school buses.
Receivership bill would allow City of Buffalo to target abandoned, dilapidated buildings
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — A three-story abandoned building on St Louis Place in Allentown has become a problem for neighbors like Lynn Wilson and Father Sal Manganello. "And when I go to mow my lawn this is what I see…I've seen a dead body. I've seen a fire that I wondered what's going to come on to my property. I don't want to live like this anymore," Wilson said.
Seven New City of Lockport (NY) Firefighter Recruits Heading to Paramedic School
Lockport Union-Sun & Journal, N.Y. Seven new Lockport Fire Department recruits will be heading off to be trained as paramedics in August after graduating from the fire academy in May. The newly certified firefighters were from the state’s 89th Recruit Firefighter Training Program and graduated with 25 other firefighters from...
Councilman Nowakowski and state officials advocate for "City of Buffalo Historic Preservation Receivership Act"
Buffalo Councilman Mitch Nowakowski and members of the NYS Legislature are continuing to address negligence of absentee landlords by attempting to pass an act that would appoint receivers to manage abandoned, neglected properties
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