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Somali cultural celebration comes to Buffalo

By Chris Jamele • Jul 9, 2016

A civil war that began in the late 1980's drove Somalis and Bantus from their home in Africa.

It's Taste of Buffalo weekend

By Chris Jamele • Jul 9, 2016

This weekend the Taste of Buffalo takes over the downtown region.

Cuomo and Lee bring breast cancer screening message to Buffalo

By Chris Jamele • Jul 9, 2016

A cross-state motorcycle ride brought Governor Andrew Cuomo to Buffalo on Friday.

Weekend campaign targets boating while impaired

By Chris Jamele • Jun 25, 2016

A three day campaign to keep area waterways safe kicked off on Friday.

Vote on state Consitutional convention approaches

By Chris Jamele • Jun 25, 2016

The New York State Bar Association is urging Governor Andrew Cuomo to set the stage for a possible constitutional convention in 2019.

Final opioid report, recommendations in governor's hands

By Chris Jamele • Jun 12, 2016

The final report by the state Heroin and Opioid Task Force has been handed over to Governor Andrew Cuomo. The Task Force was charged with identifying ways to address the growing opioid addiction epidemic. Task Force co-chair Kathy Hochul states that the compensation equation for doctors lends to the addiction problem.

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Kathy Hochul on the results of the Heroin and Opioid Task Force

Hit-and-Run driver sought by Parks Police

By Chris Jamele • Jun 12, 2016

Niagara Parks Police are seeking a hit-and-run driver in an injury accident last night.

Allentown Art Festival continues today

By Chris Jamele • Jun 12, 2016

Thousands of art lovers have filled downtown streets, as the Allentown Art Festival celebrates its 59th year.

Local radio host arrested in Lockport

By Chris Jamele • May 21, 2016

Lockport Police have arrested area radio host and journalist Scott Leffler in connection with a domestic incident.

Buyer identified for One Seneca Tower

By Chris Jamele • May 21, 2016

The One Seneca Tower in Buffalo could soon be transformed into a mixed use complex.

Pope recognizes local college president

By Chris Jamele • May 15, 2016

The president of St. Bonaventure University was recognized by Pope Francis yesterday.

Solar City cuts manufacturing job expectations

By Chris Jamele • May 15, 2016

With the recent announcement by Solar City that job creation at the plant will be drastically reduced, concerns are being raised.

Kids learn the business of science at Medical Campus

By Chris Jamele • Apr 23, 2016

It's an open house of a different kind this morning, as 550-students from across Western New York get to attend an open house on the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus.

Late night dispute leads to shooting

By Chris Jamele • Apr 17, 2016

A shooting late Saturday night has hospitalized one man. Buffalo Police are investigating the incident that occurred just before midnight.

Shea's celebrates 90th anniversary

By Chris Jamele • Apr 17, 2016

A black-tie event was held at Shea's Theater last night, celebrating the venerable venue's 90th anniversary.

Popular Elmwood eatery closes

By Chris Jamele • Apr 17, 2016

One of Elmwood Avenue's popular eateries has closed its doors.

NFL player and former Utica resident killed

By Chris Jamele • Apr 10, 2016

A player for the New Orleans Saints and a former resident of Utica, New York has been killed in an apparent road rage incident.

Reward offering could help foil terror efforts

By Chris Jamele • Apr 10, 2016

US Senator Charles Schumer is supporting new legislation that will reward individuals who help to thwart a terror attack by sharing information through social media.

Nurses travel in support of Sanders

By Chris Jamele • Apr 10, 2016

A trip that began in Nevada has been hitting all points north and south to the country’s east coast made a stop in Buffalo on Friday.

US District Judge Curtin leaving bench

By Chris Jamele • Apr 9, 2016

Senior United States District Judge John Curtin is shifting away from active duty after nearly a half-century of service.

Wallace looks to challenge Wozniak for Assembly seat

By Chris Jamele • Apr 9, 2016

A Democrat has stepped forward to challenge incumbent Angela Wozniak for the 143rd Assembly seat.

Local man arrested for threatening to kill President

By Chris Jamele • Apr 9, 2016

A Cheektowaga man has been arrested after threatening to kill President Obama and others.

Suspected shooter in Tonawanda murder captured

By Chris Jamele • Apr 2, 2016

A dangerous fugitive from Western New York has been taken into custody.

Panepinto facing investigation for underage drinking at his home

By Chris Jamele • Mar 26, 2016

Accusations of underage drinking at the home of State Senator Marc Panepinto have drawn the attention of acting Erie County District Attorney Michael Flaherty.

Ceremony celebrates 37th season of Naval Park

By Chris Jamele • Mar 26, 2016

The Buffalo & Erie County Naval & Military Park officially opened for the season today.

Higgins questions shipping uranium through WNY

By Chris Jamele • Mar 19, 2016

Plans are being made for the shipment of highly enriched uranium waste across the Canadian border and into the US.

Abuse charges filed against employee of Olean facility for disabled

By Chris Jamele • Mar 19, 2016

An employee at an Olean facility for the disabled is facing charges for the abuse of a patient.

Rabid raccoon identified in Youngstown

By Chris Jamele • Mar 19, 2016

A second case of rabies in Western New York this year has been identified.

Three local firms seek title as best startup

By Chris Jamele • Mar 19, 2016

A trio of local companies will represent Buffalo in a battle to become the best startup at this year's Collision Conference.

Paladino supports Trump at state convention

By Chris Jamele • Mar 5, 2016

New York Republicans nominated Wendy Long to challenge Democratic Senator Charles Schumer at their nominating convention in Buffalo on Friday.

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