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(WNY News Now) – Fetch Success with a Fresh Perspective: New Business Book Takes Inspiration from Man’s Best Friend. Buffalo, NY – Get ready to fetch a fresh perspective on building and running a business with ‘Making A Point: A  Business Owner’s Field Companion’, a new book by Joanne Campagna. ... read more

(WNY News Now) – PERRY, N.Y. – Jonathon L. Bucknam, 45, a former resident of Perry, pleaded guilty on Thursday, March 27, 2025, to two counts of third-degree rape, a Class E felony, before Wyoming County Court Judge Donald G. O’Geen. Bucknam admitted to engaging in sexual intercourse with two ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A new partnership between SUNY Plattsburgh and SUNY Adirondack is making it easier than ever for students to earn a four-year degree—without leaving their home campus. PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — Students at SUNY Adirondack can seamlessly complete a bachelor’s degree without leaving their Queensbury campus thanks to ... read more

(WNY News Now) – P*Dubs capped off a dominant season with a 4-2 championship victory, solidifying their place as the team to beat in Dunkirk’s Adult Floor Hockey League. The City of Dunkirk Adult Floor Hockey League concluded March 24, 2025 after P*Dubs defeated the Silver Creek Saints 4-2 in ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Jamestown BPU’s Yard Waste Site will reopen for Saturday drop-offs starting April 12, requiring a new 2025 sticker for residential access. The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities (BPU) Yard Waste Site for residential Solid Waste customers begins 2025 Saturday hours on April 12, at 1001 Monroe ... read more

(WNY News Now) – SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Syracuse Police responded to a shots fired incident on Thursday, March 27, around 1:13 p.m. in the 100 block of Weiser Court. Upon arrival, officers determined that a suspect had discharged a firearm inside a residence before fleeing the scene. Investigators tracked the ... read more

(WNY News Now) – JAMESTOWN, NY – A Jamestown man was taken into custody early Friday morning after allegedly violating an order of protection and resisting arrest. Officers from the Jamestown Police Department’s third platoon responded to a South Side residence at approximately 3:05 AM on March 28 for a ... read more

(WNY News Now) – HANOVER, NY – A late-night crash on Buffalo Road led to the arrest of a 29-year-old Angola man on DWI charges, according to the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to the scene around 11:09 p.m. on March 27, where they identified Jacob J. Keefe as ... read more

(WNY News Now) – JAMESTOWN, NY – A Jamestown man was taken into custody Thursday evening after police responded to a domestic incident on the city’s west side. According to the Jamestown Police Department, officers from the second platoon arrived at a residence around 6:00 p.m. on March 27, 2025, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – WESTFIELD, N.Y. — A fire that broke out at a residence on Watson Avenue in the Village of Westfield has been ruled accidental, authorities confirmed. On March 27, 2025, at approximately 11:57 a.m., Westfield Police and the Westfield Fire Department, along with multiple mutual aid fire ... read more

Are your large tables taking up too much space while struggling to meet your outdoor dining needs?  The restricted size of your area does not mean you have to give up comfort or style opportunities. The right pick of space-efficient dining furniture enables you to make any little patio area ... read more

Games have been a part of human life since the time of mankind. Today, we have two major types of games—online games and outdoor games. Both are interesting and fun, but different in terms of playing, their effect on health, and the way in which individuals can communicate with one ... read more

Is gaming healthy for your mental health? Many people think gaming is bad, but it is good, according to science. If you are in need of a cool way to relax and think, Let’s discover why fun games can improve your mental health. 1. Removes Anxiety and Stress Life is ... read more

TikTok has become one of the most popular social media platforms, where millions of videos are uploaded daily. Getting likes on TikTok is more than just a sign of appreciation – it plays a major role in determining a video’s success. The TikTok algorithm favours content with high engagement, meaning ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Under a starry sky, visitors of all ages were captivated by Audubon Lights 2025, a mesmerizing outdoor spectacle that brings nature and illumination together in a breathtaking display. Jamestown, N.Y. – With the sky so clear they could see the stars, families, teenagers and adults alike ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Western New York and Southern Tier High School Students Invited to Showcase Their Talents. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) announced that his office is accepting submissions for the 2025 Congressional Art Competition on behalf of New York’s 23rd Congressional District. All high school students living in ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Two Regional Companies Receive Support for Advancing Green Technology. The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities (BPU) has provided two Southern Tier manufacturers – North Park Innovations Group Inc. of Ellicottville and Turbo Machining LLC of Allegany – with $19,000 each to assist their efforts in clean ... read more

(WNY News Now) – The Zonta Club of Jamestown strengthens its commitment to local youth by donating $700 to the Royal Family Kids Camp, an initiative supporting children in foster care. The Zonta Club of Jamestown proudly announces its recent $700 donation to the Royal Family Kids Camp, reinforcing its ... read more

(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, N.Y. — A 35-year-old man has been indicted for multiple burglaries across Buffalo’s Elmwood Village and West Side neighborhoods, Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced. Ryan C. Klatt, who has no permanent address, was arraigned Wednesday morning before State Supreme Court Justice M. ... read more

(WNY News Now) – CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. – A Cheektowaga man has been arraigned on multiple felony charges for allegedly firing an illegal firearm at victims while violating a court-issued order of protection. Shayne S. Ganoe, 33, was arraigned Wednesday morning in Amherst Town Court before Justice Ann Nichols on charges ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Preparing for adulthood just got easier—Chautauqua County teens and young adults are invited to The Game of REAL Life Teen Resource Fair to gain essential life skills, connect with local organizations, and win exciting prizes. Mayville, N.Y. – The Independent Living (IL) Program with Chautauqua County ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Gilberto Alarcon-Holguin, a 57-year-old Mexican national, has pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges related to drug trafficking and money laundering, following his extradition from Mexico. BUFFALO, N.Y. – U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced that Gilberto Alarcon-Holguin, also known as “Beto,” 57, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge ... read more

(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, N.Y. — Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announced that a special prosecutor has been appointed to oversee the investigation into an April 2024 incident involving Erie County Sheriff’s Office Chief D.J. Granville. In a statement, Keane explained that the Buffalo Police Department’s Internal ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A 29-year-old woman from East Otto was arrested on multiple drug charges after deputies investigated a larceny complaint at Crosby’s in Little Valley on March 25, 2025. On the evening of March 25, 2025, at approximately 9:12 p.m., deputies from the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office responded ... read more

(WNY News Now) – PANAMA, NY – A parole check at a residence on School Street in Panama led to a narcotics seizure and the arrest of a local man on multiple drug charges, authorities said. On March 20, 2025, narcotics investigators from the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office and the ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A newly released report by the Assembly Minority Conference reveals alarming gaps in New York State’s efforts to combat human trafficking, calling for legislative action to protect victims and hold traffickers accountable. Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski), the co-chairs of the Assembly Minority Conference Task ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Chautauqua County is tackling homelessness head-on with the launch of its Family-Centered Case Management Initiative, offering integrated support services to families in need. MAYVILLE, N.Y. – Chautauqua County is taking a groundbreaking approach to addressing homelessness through the launch of the Family-Centered Case Management (FCCM) Initiative, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – DUNKIRK, NY – A six-month investigation into narcotics activity led law enforcement to execute a search warrant at a residence in the Town of Dunkirk on March 26, resulting in the arrest of a 21-year-old man on multiple drug charges. Narcotics investigators from the Chautauqua County ... read more

(WNY News Now) – JAMESTOWN, N.Y. – A routine street check in Brooklyn Square led to the arrest of a Jamestown woman on multiple charges, including an outstanding warrant. At approximately 4:07 a.m. on March 27, officers from the Jamestown Police Department’s 3rd Platoon encountered a suspicious female in the ... read more

(WNY News Now) – DUNKIRK, N.Y. – A Dunkirk man has been sentenced to seven years in state prison after pleading guilty to a felony weapons charge. Jesus Aponte-Rosario, 35, pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree on January 15, 2025. On Monday, he received ... read more