This WNY Ice Cream Shop Puts a Twist on the Viral Dubai Chocolate &...
When it comes to viral trends, Amsdell Ice Cream is leaning in and it has seriously paid off. If you’ve heard of Dubai chocolate (you know that thing that basically everyone is obsessed with), then you’re going to want to hear about Amsdell’s latest sundae. Trust us—this isn’t your average sundae.
City Hall turns blind eye to parking encroachment
Parking lot operator has been charging motorists to park on city-owned property for more than 15 years, collecting an estimated $140,000 in the process. When alerted by a citizen, the city's response has been to ignore the issue. Cars parked on sidewalk at 145 Delaware Avenue in downtown Buffalo. Daniel...
Governor Hochul reacts to jabs from Stefanik
BUFFALO, N.Y. — One day after U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik visited Western New York and took more than a dozen jabs at New York policies, Gov. Kathy Hochul responded to that criticism. Stefanik, who has hinted at a potential gubernatorial run, offered her critiques on Monday at Kloc's Grove...
10-year-old girl reported missing in Cheektowaga
CHEEKTOWAGA — Police are searching for a 10-year-old girl who was last seen Monday evening in the Fairelm Lane area. Ava Brown was last seen at approximately 8 p.m. June 30, according to the Cheektowaga Police Department. Brown is described as a Black female, 5 feet tall and weighing...
Stefanik hints at possible 2026 gubernatorial run amid New York criticisms
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Congressman Nick Langworthy (R-NY-23) hosted a sold-out luncheon on Monday at Kloc's Grove in West Seneca. The guest speaker was Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21). During her speech to the crowd, she addressed the problems of New York state under Gov. Kathy Hochul. Her first words to...
Families to enjoy fun and free treats at Tonawanda’s July 4th festivities
TONAWANDA, N.Y. — The cities of Tonawanda and North Tonawanda are teaming up once again to present a massive Fourth of July celebration that promises to light up the Erie Canal and bring both communities together in patriotic spirit and historical recognition. “Fireworks on the Erie Canal” will take...
A Tale of Two Police Reports, a McDonald’s Drive-thru and 3 Arrests
REPORT ONE Niagara Falls Police were on routine patrol conducting a premise check in the City Market around 5:40pm on June 19th when they observed a male walking in and out of traffic. The male was approaching passing vehicles and asking for money. Officers watched as the male repeated this over the course of ten...
Jamestown man charged with threatening to kill Homeland Security agent
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Jamestown man was arrested and charged by criminal complaint for allegedly posting public threats to federal immigration agents and administrators on social media, the United States Attorney’s Office announced Tuesday. According to the complaint, an X account in Buffalo, which was believed to...
Planning board approves $190 million Canalside development
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A long-anticipated project at Canalside has received the green light from the Buffalo Planning Board, potentially clearing the way for a $190 million mixed-use development to break ground later this year. Funded through a combination of public and private sources — including state tax credits —...
Judge considering extending date for federal trial of Buffalo mass shooter
A judge is considering extending the date for the federal trial of Buffalo mass shooter Payton Gendron. This comes after defense attorneys argued for an extension to accommodate their replacement attorney. Last month, Gendron's defense team lost an attorney to an extended illness and had been trying to replace her.