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Have you ever discovered something strange while hiking the woods of New York State? I have heard of people finding an old plane crash site while others report that they found cars and deteriorated foundations to homes that once stood. Each of those are intriguing in their own way but what if you found a body part?

A post was shared hundreds of times around Western New York, warning about a scam that has already targeted dozens. The scam is credited to one dad and son, but it turns out that many parent-child duos have latched onto this idea to see how many people they can trick in their community.

A New York state trooper was charged with manslaughter Monday for shooting an unarmed motorist to death after he refused to get out of his car following a high-speed chase in an incident captured on bodycam video.Trooper Anthony Nigro pleaded not guilty to first- and second-degree manslaughter at an arraignment in Buffalo, where the killing took place last year, and was released without bail. The charges in the death of James Huber, 38, are a rare example of a criminal case being brought against an officer by New York's attorney general, who has the authority to investigate the lethal use...

Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA is hosting its second “Touch-a-Truck” family event from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 17, in its front parking lot, off Military Road. Families are invited to interact with first responders and the emergency and municipal vehicles they drive each day. The event is free and open to the public. No tickets are necessary.

Submitted by the Niagara County Department of Health. The Niagara County Department of Health Nursing Division, in partnership with the Niagara County Office for the Aging, is offering a free chronic pain self-management workshop. The six-week series starts July 14 and is scheduled Fridays from 9-11:30 a.m. at the Dale Association, 33 Ontario St., Lockport.

TOWN OF TONAWANDA, N.Y. — The man accused of dragging a Town of Tonawanda Police Officer during a traffic stop appeared in court Monday. Dareious Akbar,19, has been arrested and charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault, and criminal possession of stolen property in connection with hitting a Town of Tonawanda police officer, according to the Town of Tonawanda.

A New York state trooper — a Marine Corps combat veteran who was twice named “Trooper of the Year” — has been indicted for the deadly shooting of a driver in Buffalo following a 100-mph chase. Anthony Nigro IV, who has served with the State Police for nearly 16 years, was arraigned in Erie County Supreme Court on Monday on two counts of first- and second-degree manslaughter. Nigro pleaded not guilty to the charges stemming from the Feb. 12, 2022, killing of 38-year-old James Huber, from Pennsylvania, according to a statement from New York Attorney General Letitia James. The charges against Nigro were...

Have you made plans for the summer? There is an exciting circus that will be coming to Western New York for the very first time in July of this year. The summer goes too fast in New York State. It seems just as we are settling in to the fun and excitement, boom, fall starts to arrive. But this year, with the weather as good as it has been, we are trying to enjoy every possible second and pack as many events in as humanly possible.

If there is one thing that we really look forward to in Western New York and Southern Ontario is a good show, event, or concert. So far in 2023, there is no shortage of great events for us to check out this year, with shows from the likes of Kevin Hart, Patti Labelle, Pitbull, and more having already come to Buffalo. Along with several other shows en route for later this summer like 50 Cent, Post Malone, Ludacris, KC & The Sunshine Band, and more.

One of the most popular ice cream places in Buffalo will soon have an ice cream truck making its way around Western New York.

On Saturday, June 3, the Niagara County Sheriff's Office communications center received a 911 call reporting a single motor-vehicle accident into a barn in the area of Braley Road and Dickersonville Road in the Town of Porter. Before deputies arrived on scene, the single male occupant was able to extricate himself from the vehicle and walk out of the semi-demolished barn.

With how busy we all get in the bustling nature of life, it's easy to forget the everyday things that take place right in front of us. The easiest aspects of life that people take for granted is what's above your head. The night sky offers viewers plenty of awesome...

Buffalo police are asking for the public's help in finding a missing teenager. They say 16-year-old Lashay Shaw was last seen on Bailey Avenue.

"This is a disturbing case of a man who killed his own pets."

Cardinal O’Hara High School will host its annual O’HaraFest from 7-10 p.m. Friday, July 28, at the school. Alumni from all classes, their spouses, friends and family are invited to connect with fellow Hawks for an evening to share memories and tour the school. Tickets are $20 and include hot dogs, burgers, salads, beer and soda.

The Niagara Falls City School District defines bullying as “a variety of negative acts carried out repeatedly over time. It involves a real or perceived imbalance of power, with a more powerful child or group attacking those who are less powerful.”. Mayor Robert Restaino fits this definition of a...

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — As the 2022-23 school year comes to a close, Buffalo Public Schools are making preparations for next year, with a hiring event on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held at Waterfront Elementary, located at 95 Fourth Street. The district is seeking people to fill the […]

According to Crime Stoppers, Antonio Broadus was killed on May 10 on Hirschbeck Street. A reward of up to $7,500 is being offered for information.

Marrano Homes is constructing the final phase of homes in the 103-lot Colvin Estates subdivision in North Buffalo. The homes are being built on Rachel Vincent Way between Colvin Boulevard and Starin Avenue with a mid-development connection to St. Lawrence Avenue. The final phase of homes includes 37 lots. Twelve...

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Family and friends of a 10-year-old boy from Lockport battling cancer are making bracelets to help in the fight. On Monday’s Sweet Buffalo Monday, News 4 at 7 was joined by Kenny Miner from Lockport, his sister Harlee, mom Barbara, Kenny’s friend Madelyn, along with Kim LaRussa of Sweet Buffalo.