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Report of a stolen vehicle report leads to Niagara County police chase
NIAGARA, N.Y. — A man was arrested Saturday after allegedly stealing a woman's car from her driveway, leading to a police chase that saw a tire deflation device used twice. Robert C. Ashcroft, 33, of the Town of Niagara faces one felony count of grand larceny, plus misdemeanor counts of criminal mischief, fleeing from an officer in a motor vehicle, resisting arrest, obstruction of governmental administration, reckless driving, and aggravated unlicensed operation. He was also issued numerous traffic violations.
DiMino's Lewiston Tops adds LEGO section
The DiMino family has long supported family playtime and activities in the River Region, whether it be sponsoring events, hosting gatherings or expanding the Academy Park bandshell. That commitment has grown with the recent addition of a large LEGO section inside of Tops. “Personally, I love LEGOs. Me and my...
'It’s just very disappointing': Most stores at Boulevard Mall must close by Sunday
AMHERST, NY (WKBW) — A shopping era is ending. Most stores at the Boulevard Mall in Amherst must close by this Sunday as Douglas Development prepares to take over. The mall was once considered a shopping staple in our region, but with many shopping online that has meant fewer people at the mall and some consumers prefer newer shopping centers.
Red Cross is helping 2 people following Lockport kitchen fire
LOCKPORT, N.Y. — Two people are being helped by the Red Cross following a Lockport kitchen fire. A report of a fire on the 1200 block of West Jackson Street was received around 2:10 p.m. Saturday. Upon arrival, Lockport Fire personnel witnessed heavy brown smoke coming from the home.
2-alarm fire rips through Clarence home; emergency demolition follows
CLARENCE, N.Y. — No injuries were reported after a 2-alarm fire ripped through a Clarence home on Friday afternoon. The Amherst Central Fire Alarm Office received a call at 12:46 p.m. Friday about heavy black smoke coming from a Strickler Road home. Clarence Center Fire Company was the first to arrive.
Lewiston-Porter Middle School honor rolls
Lewiston-Porter Middle School announced the following students were named to its high honor, honor and merit rolls for the third quarter marking period of the 2023-24 academic year. Sixth Grade. •High honor – Lucas Berman, Sabrina Berti, Nolan Brady, Alyssa Cardamone, Charles Clinch, Alexis Diez, Everett Dix, Maxim Ebos, Evonna...
Adams Fire Co. marks 100 years
“Happy birthday!” Adams Fire Co. President James Mihalko said as he welcomed the members and guests to the 100th annual installation dinner. The fire company celebrated a century of service to Wheatfield this past weekend with a big splash – and the festivities didn’t cost taxpayers a dime.
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