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(WNY News Now) – Dunkirk, NY – January 20, 2025 – The City of Dunkirk Police Department, in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office, Department of Public Works (DPW), and Dunkirk Fire Department (DFD), has issued a travel advisory effective at 4:15 PM today. The advisory is in response to deteriorating ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A snowy morning crash on Otto-Maples Road in Mansfield left one driver with minor injuries after losing control of a pickup truck. The Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single-vehicle accident early Tuesday morning, January 7, 2025, at approximately 6:56 a.m., on Otto-Maples Road in ... read more

(WNY News Now) – WESTFIELD, NY – Authorities arrested two individuals following a domestic dispute early Saturday morning at a residence on Union Street. Samuel J. Cettell, 45, and Crystal L. Cettell, 43, face multiple charges, including criminal mischief, endangering the welfare of a child, obstructing governmental administration, and resisting ... read more

(WNY News Now) – The National Weather Service (NWS) Buffalo has issued a cold weather advisory warning for several counties from 7 PM Tuesday to 11 AM Wednesday due to dangerously cold wind chills. The National Weather Service (NWS) Buffalo, NY, has issued a cold weather advisory, effective from 7:00 ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Authorities arrested a 23-year-old Angola resident early Monday under Leandra’s Law after his vehicle landed in a ditch on Mapleton Road, with four juveniles inside. Pendleton, NY — A reported vehicle in a ditch led Niagara County deputies to the arrest of 23-year-old Alexander J. Tasseff ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A Jamestown resident faces assault and harassment charges after being arrested following a domestic dispute late Sunday night. On Sunday, January 19, 2025, at approximately 10:38 PM, Jamestown Police Department officers responded to a west-side business regarding a domestic dispute that had reportedly occurred nearby. During ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Niagara County Sheriff’s Office and SPCA are investigating after a dog was found abandoned in a dumpster behind a Wheatfield cafe. Wheatfield, NY — On January 18, 2025, at approximately 12:44 p.m., the Niagara County Sheriff’s Communication Center received a 911 call reporting an abandoned dog ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Pomfret, NY — Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a local man following an altercation involving theft and violation of a court order. On January 18, 2025, at approximately 8:25 PM, deputies responded to a report of an incident at a residence in the Town of Pomfret. ... read more

(WNY News Now) – On Saturday, January 18, 2025, at approximately 4:59 PM, the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office responded to a vehicle fire in the Town of Harmony. Upon arrival, deputies determined that the vehicle’s operator, Marcus H. Wells, 57, of Harmony, had been driving under the influence before his ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Jamestown, NY — On January 18, 2025, at approximately 11:58 AM, officers from the Jamestown Police Department’s First Platoon responded to a domestic incident involving an intoxicated male at a west-side residence. Upon arrival, officers encountered 31-year-old Jamestown resident NeKyle R. Taylor, whose loud, violent, and ... read more

(WNY News Now) – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Buffalo, NY, has issued a Lake Effect Snow Warning, effective until 4 PM EST today, January 20. Residents in Niagara, Orleans, and Monroe Counties should prepare for heavy lake effect snow throughout the day. The NWS forecasts an additional 4 ... read more

It seems as if the entire world (almost) has finally embraced the gambling industry and everything it has to offer. Most of you are probably familiar with land-based casinos, since, after all, they’ve been here longer than online casinos. Speaking of online casinos, they are slowly taking over the world ... read more

Navigating a personal injury case can be an overwhelming and complex process. Whether it’s a car accident, workplace injury, or medical malpractice claim, pursuing compensation often requires a deep understanding of legal procedures, insurance policies, and evidence collection. Attempting to handle these challenges alone can lead to delays, reduced settlements, ... read more

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(WNY News Now) – The Chautauqua Tapestry initiative has made significant strides in its first year under a $4 million federal grant, expanding and strengthening mental health services for youth in Chautauqua County. MAYVILLE, N.Y. – Chautauqua Tapestry is pleased to share a brief summary of the impactful first year ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Chautauqua County residents now have easier access to mental health support through New York State’s new Be Well NY initiative, aimed at enhancing well-being and offering crucial. MAYVILLE, N.Y. – Carmelo Hernandez, the Director of Community Mental Hygiene Services and the Commissioner of Social Services for ... read more

(WNY News Now) – The Chautauqua County Health Department is inviting residents to take part in a critical survey to assess local health needs and influence future wellness programs across the region. MAYVILLE, NY – The Chautauqua County Health Department is conducting a Community Health Assessment to gather information about ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Governor Kathy Hochul expresses optimism over the newly reached agreement between Israel and Hamas, highlighting the critical importance of bringing hostages home and ensuring lasting peace. Governor Kathy Hochul addressed the agreement reached between Israel and Hamas to release the hostages and implement a ceasefire.  A ... read more

(WNY News Now) – The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities (BPU) will close its offices on Monday, January 20, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with essential services continuing as scheduled. The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities (BPU) offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, in observance ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Experience Jamestown’s hidden gems for free at the 21st annual Doors Open Jamestown, featuring over 30 local attractions and businesses on Saturday, January 25. Now in its 21st year, Doors Open Jamestown is coming up Saturday, January 25, with twenty-one attractions and an additional nine local businesses ... read more

(WNY News Now) – The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a Lake Effect Snow Warning for several counties, with up to 20 inches of snow expected in certain areas. A Lake Effect Snow Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Buffalo, effective from 7 PM ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Eight Girl Scouts from Western New York and one from Maryland receive the prestigious Girl Scouts Medal of Honor after saving a man’s life during a life-threatening emergency in Switzerland. Girl Scouts of Western New York is proud to announce that eight of our remarkable Girl ... read more

(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, NY – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Buffalo has issued a Lake Effect Snow Warning, effective from 10 a.m. Monday, January 20, until 4 a.m. Wednesday, January 22. The warning forecasts heavy snowfall for northern Erie and Genesee counties, with total accumulations expected to ... read more

(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, N.Y. — Dewayne Vass, 43, of Buffalo, has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl, U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced. The charge carries a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in prison, with a potential maximum of ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Buffalo, N.Y. – Anita D. Miller, 41, of Jamestown, NY, has pleaded guilty to six counts of mail theft and two counts of delaying mail during her tenure as a postal employee, U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced. The charges, presented before U.S. District Judge Lawrence ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Vanguard Group will pay $106 million in restitution to investors following an investigation into the company’s failure to disclose tax implications from changes to its retirement funds. NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James and a bipartisan, multistate coalition of 45 securities regulators, together ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A former Deputy Clerk has been sentenced to prison for stealing more than $320,000 in cash payments from the Erie County Clerk’s Office, marking the resolution of a years-long embezzlement case. Buffalo resident Alexander J. McDougall, 55, was sentenced to 1 1/3 to 4 years in ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A significant lake effect snowstorm is set to impact Chautauqua and Erie Counties starting Sunday night, with hazardous conditions expected through Wednesday morning. The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the region, forecasting 12-24 inches of snow, with snowfall rates ... read more