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Hope that new sidewalks bring new life to Jefferson Avenue
1+ hour, 20+ min ago (343+ words) For the people who work and live along Jefferson Avenue, the work is a sign that they haven't been forgotten. A major facelift of Jefferson Avenue is already underway, with shovels in the ground. A major allocation from Erie County…...
Two Buffalonians among eight filing class action lawsuit against DHS alleging racial profiling
5+ hour, 19+ min ago (317+ words) Buffalo Toronto Public Media Two Buffalonians among eight filing class action lawsuit against DHS alleging racial profiling A class action lawsuit filed on behalf of eight Latino New Yorkers, including two from Buffalo, accuses the Department of Homeland Security " and…...
Peoples-Stokes reflects on 20-plus years in state assembly, looks to future
22+ hour, 2+ min ago (269+ words) After almost 25 years, Crystal Peoples-Stokes is retiring from her post as State Assemblymember. She also has served as Assembly majority leader since 2018. She views environmental efforts among her biggest accomplishments, pointing to the successful cleanup of environmental waste near True…...
Fredonia Police urge White St. residents to shelter in place
20+ hour, 34+ min ago (80+ words) Buffalo Toronto Public Media Fredonia Police urge White St. residents to shelter in place Fredonia Police are alerting residents of White St. to shelter in place Wednesday afternoon due to police activity. Police said all others should avoid the White…...
Off-duty Buffalo police officer charged in Niagara County homicide
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (139+ words) Buffalo Police confirmed Sunday afternoon that an off-duty officer has been arrested and charged with murder, following the discovery of a woman's body in Niagara County. Lewiston Police say Alexis Skoczylas, 35, was found dead in a home in the hamlet…...
Buffalo Police captain suspended after officer charged with wife's murder
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (858+ words) An ongoing investigation into the murder of a Lewiston woman has led to the suspension of a Buffalo Police Department captain, the BPD said in a Wednesday press release. The unnamed captain is referred to in a three-day timeline the…...
Buffalo Police officer indicted and arraigned in wife's death
18+ hour, 31+ min ago (209+ words) A Buffalo Police officer has been arraigned on a second-degree murder charge stemming from the shooting death of his wife February 14. Lance Woods, 35, was indicted by a grand jury and arraigned Wednesday morning by Niagara County Court Judge Carolyn Wojtaszek....
From South Buffalo to showbiz: Louis Mustillo reflects on decades-long acting career
22+ hour, 3+ min ago (455+ words) It's been quite the journey for Louis Mustillo, who grew up in South Buffalo on Edgewood Avenue, moved to New York City, and after many years became an established Hollywood actor. "I owe this neighborhood a lot," said Mustillo, who…...
Disabilities Beat: New York mental health advocates urge 4% funding boost to address service gaps
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (780+ words) You can also hear or read our entire interview with Emma Pratt and her mother here. This is a rush transcript created by a contractor and may be updated over time to be more accurate." Hi, I'm Emyle Watkins, and…...
Town of Tonawanda Supervisor Joseph Emminger stepping down, special election in November
23+ hour, 17+ min ago (191+ words) The Town of Tonawanda announced Wednesday that Supervisor Joseph Emminger will be stepping down in May after holding the post for more than a decade. "It has been a privilege to serve my hometown, the town I grew up in…...