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…
Lockport man charged with promoting prison contraband
NEWFANE — A 59-year-old Lockport man was arrested today, charged with second-degree promoting prison contraband and sixth-degree conspiracy. According to Niagara County Sheriff Jim Voutour, a joint investigation between the…
Tonawanda’s Food Truck Thursdays kick off tonight
TONAWANDA — Gateway Harbor will host its first weekly Food Truck Thursday of the season tonight from 5 to 8 p.m. Between five and nine food trucks are expected to…
Niagara Power Vista unveils upgraded visitor center
LEWISTON — The New York Power Authority today re-opened its Power Vista visitor center at the Niagara Power Project, following an extensive renovation that includes cutting-edge interactive games and exhibits…
Traffic stop leads to arrest of fugitive
FINDLEY LAKE — A man stopped Tuesday for speeding landed in Chautauqua County Jail after New York State Police there were multiple warrants for him. According to NYSP, Jason Rubal…
Robert Moses Parkway gets new name, park gets funding
NIAGARA FALLS — The Robert Moses Parkway will be renamed the “Niagara Scenic Parkway” as part of a plan to enhance the Niagara Falls State Park, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced…