Higgins applauds action on Grand Island tolls
PRESS RELEASE Statement by Congressman Brian Higgins: “The people of Grand Island and Western New York spoke up and demanded action on the Grand Island tolls, and we are grateful…
Police release identity of hit-and-run victim
STAFF REPORTS BUFFALO — New York State Police say the victim of Tuesday night’s hit-and-run on East River Road is 53-year-old Dana Papaj, who remains in critical condition at ECMC.…
Police seek public’s assistance on Grand Island hit-and-run of a pedestrian
STAFF REPORTS Actual vehicle photo GRAND ISLAND — New York State Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver of a pickup truck that struck a pedestrian…
Two individuals, company plead guilty to violations of clean air act
STAFF REPORTS BUFFALO — Two individuals and one company pleaded guilty to violations of the Clean Air Act. Sean P. Doctor, 50, of Buffalo, pleaded guilty to making a false…
Grand Island’s MacIntyre earns NEWMAC Spring Academic All-Conference Accolades
STAFF REPORTS news@allwnynews.com WORCESTER, Mass. — Emma MacIntyre was one of 60 WPI Spring student-athletes to earn NEWMAC Academic All-Conference honors. Led by 15 three-time honorees, 60 WPI spring student-athletes…
Three from WNY among Ithaca College students who perform at Kennedy Center
ITHACA — The Ithaca College Wind Ensemble — including three Western New York members — performed at the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts on Mar. 12. The performance…
Nancy Gaus Baker — Oct. 27, 1939 – March 21, 2017
Nancy Gaus Baker of Grand Island, NY wife of the late Bernard Baker entered into rest on Tuesday March 21, 2017 at Newfane Rehab and HCC. Born on October 27,…
Local National Guard members promoted
LATHAM — Several members of the New York Army National Guard hailing from Western New York have received promotions in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership. Major…
Wanted man, controlled substance found at G.I. traffic stop
BUFFALO — A 34-year-old Niagara Falls man wanted on a warrant is facing additional charges after a Thursday night traffic stop. According to Erie County Sheriff Tim Howard, deputies stopped…
Drug arrests include father and son from Youngstown
BUFFALO — Erie County Sheriff Tim Howard reports Deputies made a number of traffic stops this weekend that resulted in drug arrests. At approximately 2:44 a.m. Saturday, Deputy Bauer stopped…