Tonight’s fireworks
While most of this weekend’s Independence Day fireworks are set for Sunday and Monday night, there are opportunities to see the rocket’s red glare this evening. Fireworks are planned for…
Today’s forecast: Sunny with a high near 72
The National Weather Service calls for sunny skies today with a high near 72 and a low around 58. Sunday will be sunny, as well, with a high near 77…
Police plan extra patrols this weekend
Those planning to partake in one Western New York’s favorite pastimes this holiday weekend — drinking — should be aware the police agencies far and wide are planning extra patrols…
Amherst police look for vehicle that struck and injured two pedestrians
AMHERST — Amherst Police Captain Patrick McKenna of the Accident Investigation Unit reports two females were in the crosswalk at Kenmore Avenue and Main Street when one of them was…
Crash closes Upper Mountain Road
LEWISTON — Upper Mountain Road is closed between Bronson and Marywood drives for up to four hours due to a motor vehicle accident that occurred shortly before 10 p.m. The…
BPD looks for mom who absconded with kids
BUFFALO — The Buffalo Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating Chantal Fuse. The 39-year-old woman lost custody of her children on Sept. 25, but has reportedly…
Two charged with weapons, pot possession
BUFFALO — Buffalo police arrested two individuals on gun charges during a police checkpoint stop Tuesday evening. The incident happened just after 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Goodyear Avenue and Empire…
ALERT — Sabres sign Kyle Okposo to roster
BUFFALO — The Buffalo Sabres have signed former New York Islanders forward Kyle Okposo, one of the leading players in the NHL’s free-agent market. Okposo, 28, had 22 goals and…
BPD catches fleeing man
BUFFALO — A 49-year-old Buffalo man stands charged with unlawful fleeing a police officer and other charges following a Tuesday night incident in the Northwest District. According to BPD, the…
Higgins pushes for pedestrian access to new Canadian GO Train
WASHINGTON D.C. — Niagara Falls’ congressman is pushing for a direct pedestrian connection to and from the American side of the Falls in light of a plan to offer GO…