West Seneca man charged with DWI
STAFF REPPRTS A 31-year-old West Seneca man was charged with DWI on September 27, 2018 following a routine traffic stop. According to New York State Troopers, Jonathan R. Smith was…
With 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund to possibly end before 2020, Senator Gillibrand pushes for reauthorization
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On the heels of today’s announcement that the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) could run out of funding before its expiration date in 2020 and with…
Geneva Man sentenced for receipt of child pornography
STAFF REPORTS ROCHESTER, N.Y. — U.S. Attorney James P. Kennedy, Jr. announced today that Trebor Conolly, 36, of Geneva NY, who was convicted of receipt of child pornography, was sentenced…
Niagara County asks for advance on casino cash
PRESS RELEASE LOCKPORT — In light of the recent announcement that New York State will be advancing casino revenues to the City of Niagara Falls, leaders of the County of…
AMHERST TIMES: Hepatitis A Cases Reported in Cheektowaga
AMHERST TIMES If you been to this pizzeria between the dates of Aug. 20 and Sept. 3, and you’re not our feeling well, call your doctor. A spokesman for Cheektowaga…
Sabres claim Elie off waivers
STAFF REPORTS BUFFALO — The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team has claimed forward Remi Elie off waivers from the Dallas Stars. Elie (6’1″, 215 lbs., 4/16/1995) was drafted by…
Daemen College opens new Sabatino Reflective Garden
STAFF REPORTS AMHERST, N.Y. — Daemen College held a ceremony on Sept. 24 to officially open the institution’s new reflective garden, a peaceful space on campus to spend time in…
Friendship woman charged with criminal mischief, harassment
STAFF REPORTS A 36-year-old Friendship woman was charged with Criminal Mischief and Harassment on September 30, 2018 following a call to police about an altercation. According to New York State…
Today’s forecast: Showers likely with a high near 65
STAFF REPORTS The National Weather Service calls for a chance of showers, mainly before 5pm. Cloudy, with a high near 65. Northeast wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is…
A.G. Underwood secures court victory against Rochester home improvement contracting business
PRESS RELEASE ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Attorney General Barbara D. Underwood announced today a court win for New York consumers against Rochester-based home improvement contracting business A-S Contracting, and their operators…