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Daytime Buffalo: March 24, 2023
(WIVB) – ‘Cirque Us’ stops by the Daytime Buffalo studio to show us what to expect from their circus this weekend. Mike’s Subs Kenmore helps us celebrate National Cheesesteak Day, and the Gliding stars showcase!. The WNY Women’s March is happening this weekend!. Cocktail Friday...
SUPER 7: Canisius Hockey returns to Buffalo with much to be proud of
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — It's only the second time in program history the Canisius hockey team has punched its ticket to the NCAA Tournament. "We're just excited. We're going to dial in on our game and make it hard for them," said senior goaltender Jake Barczewski. Canisius went to...
Elmwood Avenue Festival of the Arts permanently canceled
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — After 24 years, the Elmwood Avenue Festival of the Arts will be no more. The annual event that featured artists, music, vendors and more along Elmwood Avenue will cease to be produced, according to a post on the festival’s Facebook page. “After twenty-four years of producing an all-volunteer, free community event, […]
Downtown Central Library restoring afternoon hours
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Central Library is restoring its afternoon weekday hours after cutting back because of misbehaving teens. “I am pleased to announce that the Central Library will restore regular weekday afternoon hours beginning Monday, March 27. The Library had temporarily reduced public hours by closing at 3:00 p.m. during the week because of escalating safety concerns. The Buffalo Peacemakers, known for their community work to redirect youth into healthy lifestyles, will be inside and on library grounds in an effort to provide support through teen mentoring and programming,” Buffalo & Erie County Public Library Director John Spears said.
N.Y. man gets life for fatally shooting 3 during drug deal, burning bodies, and abandoning victim’s child
BUFFALO, N.Y. (TCD) -- A 51-year-old man who had previously served time for murder was sentenced to three life terms in prison for his role in the shooting death of three people during a drug deal. On Thursday, March 23, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of New...
Incredible Treasure Found In Western New York Basement
You never know what kind of treasures you can find when cleaning out a relative's basement. In this case, it was a bit of a time capsule. Cleaning out a basement never sounds like a good time. Imagine what you're going to end up cleaning. Often, they're dark and sometimes damp and normally the stuff that people keep down there is old and unused for years.
Update on Ralphie: Done with training and moving on the new adventure
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — The "jerk" turned loveable pup is heading out on a new adventure. The Niagara County SPCA shared on Facebook that Ralphie, formerly known as "Ralphie the Jerk," has completed his training ahead of schedule. And after an extensive search, Ralphie is heading home with someone they believe is the perfect adopter.
Public defenders urge Legislature, Hochul to move on first pay raise in 18 years
Albany, N.Y. — Attorneys who represent low-income clients and children are facing mounting caseloads and a workforce that is leaving in droves, according to public defenders who are urging the state Legislature and Gov. Kathy Hochul to raise the rates of hourly pay for assigned counsel. Kevin Stadelmaier, a...
These 7 Cities In New York State Are The Most Dangerous
While I love living in New York, there are some dangerous and violent cities around the state. Much of the threat is posed by gun violence, which has been increasing not just in New York, but across the United States. As we take a look at statistics provided by the state's Division of Criminal Justice Services, the data shows where there is a spike in violent and property crimes.
Town of Niagara upgrading security
The Niagara Town Board approved spending more than $16,000 to upgrade security at multiple facilities, according to the town’s interim police chief. Craig Guiliani said the town will contract with Doyle Security Systems in Cheektowaga to install both panic buttons for people working in town offices and new security cameras to replace an old system.
NF Memorial Day Parade returns, seeks Bands and Organizations to Participate
Yes, there will be a Memorial Day Parade 2023. On May 27th starting at 10:00 am, there will be a Memorial Day Parade in Niagara Falls. It will not be down Pine Avenue as in years past, but will run right through Hyde Park, down Robbins Drive from Linwood Avenue to the Veterans Monument.
Police departments in Buffalo, Rochester, Schenectady, Troy & Utica, DA offices to share $866,564 in state funding
Will ‘implement evidence-based approaches to improve investigations and save lives’. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a new initiative to help police and prosecutors in five jurisdictions solve non-fatal shootings and prevent retaliatory gun violence. Police departments in Buffalo, Rochester, Schenectady, Troy and Utica and their county district attorneys' offices will share $866,564 in state funding to implement evidence-based approaches to improve investigations and save lives.
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