Gasport man charged with Lockport burglary
TOWN OF LOCKPORT — A 48-year-old Gasport man has been charged with third-degree burglary, fourth-degree grand larceny, and third-degree criminal mischief in connection with a burglary at a Cold Springs…
Buffalo man faces 18 years-to-life after pleading guilty to murder
BUFFALO — A 20-year-old Alexander Street man pleaded guilty to one count of second-degree murder this week before Supreme Court Justice Penny M. Wolfgang. According to Acting District Attorney Michael…
‘Old Stone Chimney’ moved for better viewing
NIAGARA FALLS — An 18th century chimney, which has been moved multiple times, outliving a fort and a home that had been attached to it, has found another new home…
Lancaster man charged with DWI
MARILLA — A 34-year-old Lancaster man was charged early Thursday morning with driving while intoxicated following a traffic stop on Two Rod Road. According to New York State Police, Scott…
Buffalo man convicted in domestic violence case
BUFFALO — A 27-year-old Buffalo man faces a maximum of 15 years in prison after being found guilty earlier this week of second-degree burglary, first degree criminal contempt and three…
Three accused of bilking Medicaid for $13K
ROCHESTER – A mother, daughter, and family friend were arraigned on charges Thursday that they conspired to submit false timesheets for Medicaid care. According to Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman,…
Ortt pushes for Niagara County representation on NFTA
ALBANY – The New York State Senate unanimously passed legislation that would ensure Niagara County residents have a voice on the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) board, State Sen. Rob…
Buffalo man sentenced to 15 years for manslaughter
BUFFALO — A 22-year-old Buffalo man who pleaded guilty in April in connection with a July 2015 shooting at a Buffalo home, has been sentenced to 15 years in state…
Today’s forecast: Sunny with a high near 68
The National Weather Service calls for sunny skies today with a high near 68. Tonight, there’s a slight chance of showers with a low around 56. Saturday, showers and thunderstorms…
Gates Fire District to get $11K grant
WASHINGTON D.C. — An $11,382 federal grant has been awarded to the Gates Fire District in Monroe County to purchase a new fire hose and attachments that comply with the…