Erie County, NY – Parent Alert: January Car Seat Safety Check Schedule Released
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Erie County, NY – Parents and caregivers across Western New York have several opportunities this month to ensure their children’s car seats are installed correctly, as the Erie County Sheriff’s Office...
Three Kings Day celebrations kick off in WNY
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Community members gathered to celebrate Hispanic heritage at the Olivencia Community Center’s Three Kings Day celebration Saturday. Many parts of the world celebrate the holiday every Jan. 6, observing the day when three wise men brought their gifts to baby Jesus. WIVB News 4 spoke with...
Two arrested after alleged hit-and-run involving stolen vehicle
Two people are facing multiple charges after an alleged hit-and-run involving a stolen vehicle Wednesday.
Fans shovel snow in what could be a historic last at Highmark Stadium
People from across the country showed up in Orchard Park for a unique Bills tradition. This may be the last time it happens.
Rare Lake Erie Seiche Reveals Hidden Treasures
High winds triggered a seiche on Lake Erie, dropping water levels in Michigan and exposing lakebed treasures from decades ago as waves gradually settle.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que now open in Hamburg, bringing signature smoke to the Southtowns
HAMBURG, N.Y. — The smoke is rolling again for a familiar name in Western New York, but this time it’s rising from the Southtowns. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que has officially opened its new Hamburg location, marking a move from downtown Buffalo to a suburban setting. “We're really excited because this...
Woman hospitalized after apartment fire at Cheektowaga senior complex
CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. — A woman was taken to the hospital after an apartment fire broke out Saturday afternoon at a senior housing complex. The fire was reported shortly after 2 p.m. on the 100 block of Moorman Drive, just south of Buffalo Niagara International Airport. It was contained to one apartment, but smoke spread...
Allen Burger Venture to shut down at end of January
After 11 years serving burgers on Allen Street, Allen Burger Venture will shut down at the end of this month. In a social media post, the owners said they made the decision to close after Jan. 31 due to the ongoing challenges of operating a small, independent restaurant. "The Buffalo...
Buffalo carjacking suspect arrested in Toronto
A man has been arrested in Toronto, Ontario, over his alleged involvement in a carjacking here in Buffalo.
Buffalo kicks off 2026 with annual ball drop celebration
Buffalo kicked off 2026 with its annual ball drop and fireworks celebration at Roosevelt Plaza on Wednesday.
