Buffalo firefighter indicted on child porn charges
Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announces that 39-year-old Jose R. DeJesus of Buffalo was arraigned this morning before Erie County Court Judge Suzanne Maxwell Barnes on an indictment…
Niagara County declares April ‘Donate Life Month’
The Niagara County Legislature passed a proclamation declaring April “Donate Life Month,” as part of the annual nationwide campaign. Throughout the month, those who have saved lives through the gift…
2022 All WNY Award Winners
MUSIC – Best New Band MUSIC – Best Live Band Music – Best Rock Band MUSIC – Best Punk/Pop-Punk Band MUSIC – Best Hardcore/Metal Band MUSIC – Best Americana/Folk Band…
Niagara County Youth Bureau accepting applications for the Summer Food Service Program
The Niagara County Youth Bureau will return as a sponsor for the 2023 Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). This program ensures that children who are economically disadvantaged continue to receive…
Niagara County clerks says U.S. government taking longer to process passport applications
Niagara County Clerk Joseph A. Jastrzemski today warned travelers in need of a passport that the U.S. Department of State is taking longer to process passport applications. Jastrzemski said routine…
COVID-19 cases in Niagara County continue to decline
County reports two new COVID-related deaths The Niagara County Department of Health today released its weekly COVID-19 update. The public is also encouraged to visit https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-data-new-york for further information. This…
Investigation opened into man shot to death by Rochester police
NEW YORK – The New York Attorney General’s Office of Special Investigation (OSI) has opened an investigation into the death of Brendon Burns, who died on March 20, 2023, following…
Elmwood Ave. Festival of the Arts ends
After 24 years, the Elmwood Avenue Festival of the Arts is no more. According to the organization’s Facebook page, fees that have been submitted by artists and vendors for this…
Buffalo celebrates the Edward M. Cotter
A celebration was held this afternoon at Mutual Riverfront Park to declare the day as Edward M. Cotter Day. Officials from the city, the Buffalo Fire Department and the Edward…
Rep. Higgins invites local students to submit artwork for Congressional Art Competition
Congressman Brian Higgins is inviting high school students living in the 26th Congressional District to participate in the annual Congressional Art Competition. The winning piece from each Congressional district is…