3 arrested in North Tonawanda business burglaries
NORTH TONAWANDA — Three suspects were arrested within two hours of a burglary report targeting a business on Niagara Falls Boulevard, police said Thursday. The North Tonawanda Police Department received the initial report July 31 of a string of burglaries at the business. Detectives quickly identified three suspects...
‘It’s about our dignity’: Erie County rolls out ‘Handle with Care’ initiative
Erie County launched the 'Handle With Care' initiative, designed to give first responders personalized information before they arrive on the scene, enabling safer, more compassionate responses.
Pasta Restaurants Battle To Be The Best In Western New York
The "Alphabet Challenge" is up to the letter 'I' this week, and at the top of the list are two restaurants that specialize in incredible pasta dishes. Each week, I've been asking for your suggestions for restaurants in the Western New York area as part of what we've been calling "The Alphabet Challenge." This week,...
Popular NY Supermarket Raided By ICE Agents, Sparking Community Outcry
The incident happened Wednesday morning, July 30, in the town of Amherst, just outside Buffalo. The raid has sparked concern among local residents and business owners, who worry about the broader impact on the community. Around 10 a.m., US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents executed a search warrant at...
Which casino outside of Vegas is the best? A national vote includes 1 from...
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — When you think of resorts and casinos, Las Vegas immediately comes to mind. What is the best casino outside of Las Vegas? That's the question USA Today is asking, and they've whittled down the field to 20 casinos outside of Sin City, nominated by an expert panel selected for their expansive...
It’s Time to Take Back Allentown: Attend National Night Out event at Symphony Circle...
National Night Out has become an extremely important undertaking. This event demonstrates the need for neighbors to be present and vigilant. What does that mean? It means that bodies on porches and eyes on the street is just as important as police officers walking a beat. As neighborhoods like Allentown...
Tonawanda supervisor concerned over Sheridan Drive bike lane
Town of Tonawanda Supervisor Joe Emminger says he’s not happy with the State Department of Transportation (DOT) painting bike lanes on Sheridan Drive. He says neither he nor the board were in favor, and he’s concerned over safety. More from WBEN:
Motorcyclist suffers serious injuries in crash in Amherst
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A motorcyclist is being treated for serious injuries at the Erie County Medical Center following a Friday morning crash in Amherst, police said. Amherst police responded to the intersection of Main Street and Campus Drive around 9:20 a.m. A motorcyclist sustained serious injuries after a crash...
Destiny USA’s owner says it has struck deal to retain control of western New...
Syracuse, N.Y. – Pyramid Management Group said Thursday it has reached a deal that will allow it to continue operating western New York’s largest shopping mall while it seeks new financing for the center. The Syracuse-based company, which counts Destiny USA among its shopping mall holdings, has been...
Pyramid Management Group reaches agreement with Walden Galleria
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Syracuse-based Pyramid Management Group is maintaining its role as property manager of the Walden Galleria after reaching an agreement with the mall, the company said. The agreement comes after Pyramid Management Group defaulted on a multi-million-dollar loan. They owed more than $230 million...