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Glynwood Center receives over $800,000 grant from Albany
PHILIPSTOWN – The Glynwood Center in Philipstown received good news Thursday when Governor Kathy Hochul announced it will receive $811,400 from the New York Food for New York Families program. Glynwood was the sole recipient in the Hudson Valley; 12 food service organizations statewide received a total of $7.6...
‘Elegant Creature’ Spotted In New York State For The 1st Time
An "elegant creature" was just spotted in New York State for the first time. We learned why this may have "unprecedented" event likely happened. A flamingo flew to the Empire State. Flamingo Arrives In New York State. American Flamingos are typically found in the Caribbean, Mexico, and northern parts of...
Lawmakers from New York rally behind Donald Trump ahead of primetime RNC speech
As Donald Trump gets ready to deliver his primetime RNC address, his first speech since the attempted assassination against him, Republicans, including lawmakers from New York, are rallying behind the former president.On Thursday, a very confident Eric Trump was outside Milwaukee's convention center, strolling into what may be his family's second stay in the White House.Donald Trump is expected to accept his party's presidential nomination on the last night of the convention, and as his team puts it, usher in a new golden age for America."I think you are going to see a much more gentler President Trump tonight," Nicole...
Edholm Two Back Heading into Final Round of the Porter Cup
Canisius golfer Ryan Edholm shot a three-under 67 in the third round of the 2024 Porter Cup at Niagara Falls Country Club on Friday and sits just two strokes back of tournament co-leaders Carter Loflin and Charlie Bundy heading into the fourth and final round of the tournament on Saturday.
Andrew Cuomo testing political waters as campaign committee pays pollster $67,000
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo looks to be gearing up for another shot at a political office as his campaign committee paid a pollster about $67,700 for “polling costs,” according to state financial disclosures reviewed by the Washington Examiner. According to the Expedition Strategies website, the pollster works “collaboratively with campaigns, companies, and advocacy […]
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...
Historic Niagara Falls Arena Set To Be Demolished
A piece of Southern Ontario and local sports history is going the way of the 8-track and BETA machines. Demolition has started on the Niagara Falls (Ont.) Memorial Arena, a 74-year-old Centre Street building that was home to two Ontario Hockey League franchises. No immediate development plans are set for...
Ryan Edholm Shoots 65 in the Second Round of the 2024 Porter Cup
Canisius golfer Ryan Edholm posted a five-under par score of 65 in the second round of the 2024 Porter Cup Thursday morning, putting him in the clubhouse with a tournament score of 134 (-6) after 36 holes of play at Niagara Falls Country Club. Edholm, Canisius' top golfer during the 2023-24 season, fired a one-under 69 on Wednesday in the first round of the Porter Cup, which is considered one of the top amateur golf tournaments in the world. The Tonawanda, N.Y., native played in all 10 tournaments for the Golden Griffins in 2023-24 (25 total rounds) and led the...
Homeless Man Sentenced to 2 to 4 Years in Prison for Multiple Thefts
(WNY News Now) – Buffalo – Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announces that 33-year-old man of no permanent address was sentenced last Friday morning before State Supreme Court Justice Paul B. Wojtaszek to 2 to 4 years in prison. He was sentenced as a second felony offender.
Erie County SPCA holding Doggie Entourage to get pups out and about
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The SPCA serving Erie County is currently hosting its Doggie Entourage program. The program allows potential adopters, and anyone else, to take dogs out and about to see what they’re like outside of the shelter. It’s free to participate and there’s no pressure to adopt. All you need to do is […]
Experience a melting pot of cultures this Saturday at Erie’s AmeriMasala
Batala New York, Buffalo Afrobeat Orchestra and other global performers will be bringing the sound of music to downtown Erie. The AmeriMasala takes place on July 20 in Perry Square. It’s a movement that presents arts to promote cross-cultural respect and value of all people. Organizer Lynn Johnson said...
New pedestrian bridge travels to Buffalo by Erie Canal
A 266-foot pedestrian bridge is making its way to Buffalo down the Erie Canal after a trek from Italy on two 195-foot barges. The post New pedestrian bridge travels to Buffalo by Erie Canal first appeared on Spotlight News.
Non-profit providing 100 local families with free home repairs
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Eight Days of Hope begins its week-long journey to repair homes in Buffalo's Ellicott District this weekend. Over 1,500 volunteers, from 50 organizations in 37 states and Canada are coming together from July 20 to July 27. Eight Days of Hope (EDOH) is a Christian, non-profit...
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