Bethelehem Steel site revalued
A tax assessment battle between the City of Lackawanna and the owner of the vast former Bethlehem Steel property has resulted in the parties splitting the difference, ensuring continued tax... Read More
View ArticleAfter joining the fight at 15, a veteran recalls the victory at sea
John D. McAlpine, 86 Hometown: South BuffaloResidence: Orchard ParkBranch: NavyWar zone: Asiatic-Pacific TheaterYears of service: 1943-47Rank: Boatswain’s mate second classMost prominent... Read More
View ArticleHamburg to hear from Schrauth Forcucci
Hamburg is expected to hear from Catherine Schrauth Forcucci this week.The woman accused of misconduct by the Hamburg School Board majority will offer her defense this week, attempting to rebut......
View ArticleThree injured in Route 5 three-car crash in Hamburg
Occupants of three vehicles involved in a crash at Route 5 and North Creek Road in Hamburg at about 2:25 p.m. today were extricated from the vehicles and have been taken to area hospitals for... Read...
View ArticleBethlehem Steel site revalued
A tax assessment battle between the City of Lackawanna and the owner of the vast former Bethlehem Steel property has resulted in the parties splitting the difference, ensuring continued tax... Read More
View ArticleTwo Erie County deputies fired
Charles P. Hunt Jr. and Eric Stevens, the two Erie County sheriff’s deputies arrested Saturday following a month-long investigation by the Sheriff’s Narcotics Unit, were fired Monday... Read More
View ArticleCouncil bans Olmsted park banners
The Buffalo Common Council very quietly voted to ban signs in Olmsted parks, while the organization that runs the parks intends to raise needed funds by putting banners outside the parks.The... Read...
View ArticleSchumer, families push for tax-free savings for people with disabilities
Craig Donatelli buses tables part time at Denny’s. He lives in a group home and can stay by himself for several hours at a time. But to continue to qualify for the benefits that help pay for ... Read...
View ArticleDunkirk Council approves park use for union’s hospital rally
DUNKIRK – City officials were asked to attend a gathering in support of employees picketing Brooks Memorial Hospital at 5 p.m. Wednesday in Washington Park.Officials of Local 1999, Service... Read More
View ArticleHamburg School Board president reveals text message as proof of misconduct...
Hamburg School Board President David M. Yoviene said Monday that a text message he received from fellow board member Catherine Schrauth Forcucci proves that her alleged misconduct is intentional.......
View ArticleCould Toledo's water problems happen here?
As relief spread through western Ohio on Monday after Toledo lifted its ban on drinking the city’s tap water, so did a nagging question on Buffalo’s side of Lake Erie.Could toxins... Read More
View ArticleLake Shore music teacher accused in vandalism incident
A veteran music teacher faces a court appearance next week in connection with a vandalism incident that took place in the auditorium of Lake Shore High School in June.His attorney said Glenn T.......
View ArticlePhoto Gallery: Getting ready for the Erie County Fair
The Hamburg fairgrounds buzz with activity in preparation for Erie County Fair opening Wednesday.... Read More
View ArticleAlden woman sentenced in welfare fraud
An Alden woman was sentenced Tuesday to weekends in jail for four months and five years’ probation for collecting more than $36,000 in welfare benefits for more than five years, at the same ... Read...
View ArticleThree-car crash remains under investigation by Town of Hamburg Police
A three-car crash on Route 5 near North Creek about 2:24 p.m. Monday that sent five persons, the drivers and two passengers, to area hospitals remained under investigation Tuesday by the Town of......
View ArticleHamburg School Board plans to interview several candidates for interim...
Hamburg Central School Board members plan to interview three or four candidates for interim superintendent.The School Board huddled in executive session with its search consultant, Vincent J.... Read...
View ArticleSanitation Department in Marilla to change ‘zig-zag’ process
Despite defending their practice of crossing the highway and roads in Marilla to pick up garbage and refuse, the Marilla Sanitation Department will now have to keep its big trucks and employees on......
View ArticleSeveral on list to be interviewed for interim post leading Hamburg schools
Hamburg Central School Board members plan to interview three or four candidates for interim superintendent.The School Board huddled in executive session with its search consultant, Vincent J.... Read...
View ArticleErie County Fair draws out competitive side of local historical societies
Today the Erie County Fair marks its 175th year. What better way to acknowledge the journey of one of the oldest in the country than with the annual competition among historical societies, vying......
View ArticleMother charged with DWAI after rollover crash
A woman who lost control of her SUV early today and crashed with her and children aboard was charged with a felony and misdemeanor crimes. Erica M. Reska, 27, was driving her 2002 Ford Explorer......
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