Tops launches free gas & groceries campaign to support Golisano Children’s Hospital
WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y. — Tops Friendly Markets has kicked off its annual Free Gas & Groceries Campaign, giving shoppers a chance to win while helping local children in need. The campaign runs September 28 through October 11 at select Tops locations, with proceeds benefiting Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. For...
Buffalo teens accused of stealing items from vehicles in Cattaraugus County
The Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office announced that two teens from Buffalo were apprehended after a pursuit that began in Great Valley.
In the Face of Tragedy, ECMC Nurses Rise to the Occasion
NYSNA nurses at Erie Country Medical Center (ECMC) care deeply about their community. This summer, they marched alongside community members at Juneteenth and Labor Day celebrations, and just a few weeks ago they donated school supplies to an under-resourced Buffalo public school. But on Friday, Aug. 22, nurses had an...
Buffalo apartment fire causes estimated $140k in damages
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Buffalo Fire Department just before 10 p.m. on Monday night responded to a fire four blocks from Niagara Square, according to city officials. Around 9:56 p.m., units arrived at 49 North Johnson Park, where a fire had originated on the second floor of a four-story apartment building. Buffalo...
Two longstanding Buffalo restaurants, The Steer and Lake Effect Diner, hit the market for...
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Two beloved Buffalo restaurants that have served the University District for decades are now for sale. The Lake Effect Diner and The Steer have been listed for $2.49 million by owner Tucker Curtin, who has operated the establishments for more than 20 years. The Lake...
Erie County offers COVID-19 vaccine clinics
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Erie County is holding COVID-19 vaccine clinics for those wanting to receive the vaccine. “Pharmacy closures have left patients with fewer options to access vaccines, including the 2025-26 COVID-19 vaccine formulation. Federal guidance for vaccines has been frustrating and inadequate, but we are...
Canadian computer outage causing backups at border crossings
There is a large backup on the I-190 at the Peace Bridge exit. Signs on the I-190 say the Peace Bridge is closed to commercial vehicle traffic.
Jemal to sell Boulevard Mall to Benderson Development
Developer Douglas Jemal has agreed to sell the Boulevard Mall in Amherst to Benderson Development. Jemal purchased the mall six years ago with the plan to turn the sprawling property into a “town center”. Read more from WBEN:
$20 Tip Leads to Violent Assault at Seneca Niagara Casino, Theft of Wedding Ring
Niagara Falls Police responded to the Seneca Niagara Casino around 3am on September 21st after reports of a fight in the hotel valet...
‘Worst nightmare’: Documents show rat problems in Cheektowaga date back decades
This rat infestation issue isn't anything new. Records show the problem dates back to 2004, when town leaders noted a "significant rodent infestation."

















