Buffalo man sentenced for committing multiple bank robberies
BUFFALO — Acting U.S. Attorney James P. Kennedy, Jr. announced today that Casey Swain, 38, of Buffalo, NY, who was convicted of bank robbery, was sentenced to 57 months in…
UB women’s basketball matches best start in program history, tops Canisius
BUFFALO — Behind a season-high 23 points from senior shooting guard JoAnna Smith, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team (8-0, 0-0 MAC) earned their eighth straight win to open…
Akron man pleads guilty to possession of child pornography
BUFFALO — A 54-year-old Akron man pleaded guilty today to possession of child pornography, before U.S. District Judge Richard J. Arcara. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 20 years…
Higgins says water legislation is good news for Western New York
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced approval of the Water Resources Development Act (S. 612) delivering support for projects enhancing local waterways, improving water infrastructure and rebuilding the U.S. Army Corps…
Sabres assign Burgdoerfer to Rochester
BUFFALO — The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team has assigned defenseman Erik Burgdoerfer to the Rochester Americans (AHL). The Sabres next play on Friday when they host the Washington…
Arizona Diamondbacks pick up former Canisius pitcher in Triple-A Rule 5 Draft
BUFFALO — Former Canisius closer Jon Fitzsimmons was selected by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the Triple-A phase of the Rule 5 Draft today (Dec. 8). Arizona used the seventh overall…
Schneiderman opposes Trump’s pick for labor secretary
NEW YORK – Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman issued a statement on President-elect Trump’s reported intention to nominate Andrew Puzder as Labor Secretary, saying Puzder “presided over a fast-food chain…
Canisius track announces 2017 schedule
BUFFALO — The Canisius College track team has officially released its 2017 schedule, head coach Nate Huckle announced this afternoon. The Griffs will begin the 2017 indoor season traveling to…
Collins blasts IJC approval of ‘Plan 2014’
Congressman Chris Collins announced his disapproval today of the International Joint Commission (IJC) announced their plans to go through with Plan 2014. Collins, who has voiced strong opposition to the…
Canisius volleyball to hold online auction
The Canisius College volleyball team is holding an online auction beginning this week, which features exciting items from the Buffalo community and elsewhere, including artwork, décor, dining, gift bundles and…