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April 15, 2025
Groundbreaking on 47 new affordable Buffalo homes finally begins, part of $24.5M effort
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April 8, 2025
There were 12,000 missing child reports filed across NYS last year. 95% were categorized as runaway. Why did these kids runaway? Right now, @bestselfwny Scott Bieler Child Advocacy Center is running a pilot program to help answer that question…
Western NY Observer
April 8, 2025
The University at Buffalo is launching a new academic department focused on artificial intelligence and how it affects society as part of a $5 million state investment.
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April 8, 2025
Orchard Park man Edward Tutuska gets 13 years in prison for sexually abusing two children
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April 8, 2025
Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed to change election procedures so candidates for governor and lieutenant governor run together in the primary rather than separately.
Western NY Observer
April 8, 2025
Acting Buffalo Mayor Christopher Scanlon on Tuesday released his proposed 2025-2026 city budget. He says his $622 million spending plan works to address what he calls a $70 million shortfall, proposing an 8% property tax levy increase.
Western NY Observer
April 8, 2025
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement terminated the visas of four current students and nine recent graduates from the University at Buffalo, the university announced Tuesday.
Western NY Observer
April 6, 2025
On 4/4, Buffalo Station agents arrested Islay MARRERO-RAMIREZ, an illegal alien from Cuba. He is a felon and a convicted child predator that will now be removed from our streets and deported back home. Our agents are on the frontlines protecting America!
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April 6, 2025
ICE arrests 84 in Buffalo and Rochester amid targeted operation
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April 6, 2025
Amherst’s $28,000-per-month lease for new youth center latest target of taxpayer ire
Western NY Observer
April 6, 2025
State leaders are taking more measures to help prevent future gun violence with three new laws.
Western NY Observer
April 4, 2025
On 4/3 Niagara Falls agents arrested an illegal alien from Ecuador that was previously ordered removed but did not leave the U.S. and will now be processed for removal. Our agents work night and day with vigilance and dedication to duty to keep our communities safe!
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April 3, 2025
ICE Buffalo arrests criminal alien Osmin Guevara-RamirezOsmin Guevara-Ramirez convicted of attempted murder
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April 3, 2025
The City of Buffalo plans to remove the pedestrian skybridge that crosses Main Street from the AM&A’s Department Store building to Main Place Mall in downtown Buffalo at an estimated cost of about $50 million
Western NY Observer
April 1, 2025
The Erie County Legislature has unveiled half a million dollars in funding to build a new structure in the city of Buffalo.
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April 1, 2025
New York State to release some inmates early in response to ‘current staffing crisis’
Western NY Observer
April 1, 2025
On 3/28/2025, Niagara Falls agents arrested an adult male who crossed illegally from Canada into the United States near Niagara Falls, NY. The male, a citizen of Iran, is being charged criminally with 8 USC 1325. If you cross illegally, there will be a consequence!
Western NY Observer
March 31, 2025
Dunkirk city officials said they need more revenue to address years of overspending that has resulted in more than $20 million in unpaid debts, and residents must absorb an 84 percent tax increase this year.
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March 31, 2025
Holland church Hope on the Hill cancels service after overnight robbery
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March 30, 2025
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March 30, 2025
ICE Buffalo arrested Nigel Alexander this week. ⚖️Convicted in New York City for murder 🌎 Citizen of Trinidad and Tobago
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March 29, 2025
Erie County blooms with 3,000 pinwheels for child abuse awareness
Western NY Observer
March 29, 2025
Greenman takes Niagara County public defender job after complaints made by a female employee that a few lawyers in the office occasionally drank excessively during lunch hours, submitted inaccurate time sheets and made inappropriate remarks, investigation cause leadership change
Western NY Observer
March 29, 2025
A former Wyoming County man Jonathon Bucknam, 45, has admitted to raping two minors in the Village of Perry in 2022 and 2023, the Wyoming County District Attorney’s Office said Friday.
Western NY Observer
March 29, 2025
‘This is a bipartisan issue’: Lawmakers push for changes to address human trafficking in New York
Western NY Observer
March 27, 2025
On 3/24 Oswego Station Border Patrol Agents arrested 4 illegal aliens in Syracuse, NY. They entered our country illegally and will be processed and sent back home to Guatemala. Our agents are vigilant and always on the lookout! Great job guys!
Western NY Observer
March 27, 2025
On 03/25 Border Patrol Oswego Station Agents arrested two more illegal aliens in Syracuse, NY. If you are in this country illegally, you are breaking the law. Our agents will find you and deport you back home. Border Patrol are the frontline defenders of keeping America safe!
Western NY Observer
March 27, 2025
On 3/26, Border Patrol Oswego Station Agents encountered an illegal alien from Ecuador. She evaded the agents on foot before she was apprehended when she freely admitted to being in the country illegally. She will be processed for deportation back to her home country. Good work!
Western NY Observer
March 24, 2025
Tonawanda man Shawn Demmick, 33, charged with distributing child pornography
Western NY Observer
March 24, 2025
Hamburg man Tyler Wilkinson sentenced to 5 years in prison for sexually abusing two children
Western NY Observer
March 22, 2025
Nearly $2 million earmarked for 22 N.Y. nonprofits to support state parks
Western NY Observer
March 22, 2025
Mother of nonverbal, autistic student in Buffalo Schools wants answers after incident with substitute
Western NY Observer
March 21, 2025
A Buffalo man Alexander Weidner, 35, pleaded guilty after thousands of images of child pornography were recovered, some including depictions of prepubescent minors, the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced Friday.
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March 21, 2025
A man from Arkansas was arrested and charged after he allegedly sent a lock of his hair along with a four-page love letter to a teenager in West Seneca, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said Friday.
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March 21, 2025
Staff and inmates hospitalized after chemical exposures at New York Correctional Facilities
Western NY Observer
March 19, 2025
ICE Buffalo arrested Rudy Mendoza-Ulloa, 35-year-old a citizen of El Salvador with a final order of removal and a previous conviction for assault. He is in ICE custody pending removal proceedings.
Western NY Observer
March 19, 2025
Dunkirk Treasurer’s Office closed at direction of State Comptroller’s Office amid investigation
Western NY Observer
March 19, 2025
Dozens of missing children and teens have been found thanks to the Capital Region’s first ever missing child rescue operation. Vulnerable children are victimized in the city of Albany, sometimes as far away as Florida and Buffalo,” said Cox.
Western NY Observer
March 17, 2025
400 New York mayors, local officials ask for more funding to small governments in state budget
Western NY Observer
March 17, 2025
ICE Buffalo arrested Samuel Nelis Martinez-Corado, a 33-year-old citizen of Guatemala with convictions for conspiracy to engage in sex trafficking and illegal reentry. His previous order of removal was reinstated so he will remain in ICE custody pending removal from the U.S.
Western NY Observer
March 15, 2025
Cheektowaga man Darryl Lamont Paul, 59, charged with attempted sex trafficking
Western NY Observer
March 15, 2025
Langworthy bill takes aim at wind turbines on the Great Lakes
Western NY Observer
March 15, 2025
Former music teacher Steven C. DeMart, 36, accused of sending a sexually explicit video pleads guilty
Western NY Observer
March 12, 2025
Olean man 48-year-old Greg Hirliman pleads guilty to attempted receipt of child pornography
Western NY Observer
March 12, 2025
On March 7, ICE Buffalo removed Timothy Raymond Milley, a 71 year-old citizen of Canada, convicted by the EUS District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, for online enticement of a minor.
Western NY Observer
March 11, 2025
ICE Buffalo removes convicted drug trafficker Christopher Anthony Frater, a 32-year-old citizen of Canada, to Canada
Western NY Observer
March 11, 2025
On 3/10 Buffalo Station Agents arrested Jesus OJEDA-CUENCA, an ILLEGAL ALIEN from Venezuela who is now facing criminal charges. He will be processed for removal from the U.S.Every violation of U.S. law will be prosecuted – without exception. Agents will enforce the law.
Western NY Observer
March 11, 2025
On 3/10 Oswego Station Agents arrested Mauro Rigoberto HERNANDEZ-BATZ, an ILLEGAL ALIEN from Guatemala who is now facing criminal charges.Every violation of U.S. law will be prosecuted – without exception. Agents will enforce the law as intended. Criminals are not welcome here!
Western NY Observer
March 11, 2025
The chief of narcotics for the Erie County Sheriff’s Office D.J. Granville, crashed a pickup into seven parked vehicles on Buffalo’s Lower West Side one night in April, according to two local media reports and police department documents published Tuesday.
Western NY Observer
March 10, 2025
Judge Kevin Carter was removed from his post as Western New York’s chief administrative judge with no explanation from state officials.
Western NY Observer
March 9, 2025
Over a third of $178M Erie County ARP funds going to sewers
Western NY Observer
March 9, 2025
Two Honduran nationals Rito Emanuel Reconco-Castro, 28,Hugo Abraham Aguilar, 45, previously convicted of felony sexual offenses were recently taken into custody.
Western NY Observer
March 9, 2025
Jose Perez, 40, of Celeron, is charged with attempted production of objectionable child images and possession of objectionable child images.
Western NY Observer
March 9, 2025
James D. Sutton, 40, of Depew, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Lawrence J. Vilardo to eight years and four months in prison, followed by 30 years of supervision after he is released.
Western NY Observer
March 9, 2025
U.S. District Judge John L. Sinatra Jr. ordered Christopher Rucker, 45, of Cheektowaga, to serve 15 years and eight months in prison followed by a lifetime of supervised release.
Western NY Observer
March 9, 2025
The city is rolling out an expanded pothole repair initiative and a $17 million investment in citywide road repaving for 2025.
Western NY Observer
March 7, 2025
Matt Walsh Show on the Correction Officers Strike
Western NY Observer
March 7, 2025
Contact us if you were harmed by an illegal alien. 📞855-48-VOICE 💻ICE.gov/voice
Western NY Observer
March 7, 2025
ICE Buffalo arrested Nino CHIKVAIDZE, 32, and Kakha JIJAVADZE, 39, both illegally present citizens of Georgia. The duo has pending charges in Bath, NY for criminal possession of stolen property and tampering with physical evidence.
Western NY Observer
March 7, 2025
Amid doctor shortages, several states have stopped requiring foreign-trained providers to repeat residencies before they’re fully licensed. Critics say patients could be harmed because of the loosened training requirements.
Western NY Observer
March 6, 2025
ICE Buffalo arrested Muhammad Tariq, an unlawfully present citizen of Pakistan pending charges for criminal tax fraud and possess/transport/offer for sale untaxed cigarettes subject to tax fraud.
Western NY Observer
March 6, 2025
Statement from Erie County District Attorney Mike Keane on the ongoing investigation into a double homicide in Buffalo’s Allentown neighborhood.
Western NY Observer
March 6, 2025
ICE Buffalo removes two illegal aliens, sexual predators to Honduras.
Western NY Observer
March 6, 2025
Assistant District Attorney John Feroleto appointed to City Court bench
Western NY Observer
March 6, 2025
Correction officers resign as frustration with NYSCOPBA boils over amid independent deal talk
Western NY Observer
March 5, 2025
A former Allegany County man Jason Goodsell, 39, was charged with seven counts of child pornography production and one count of child pornography distribution, the United States District Attorney’s Office said.
Western NY Observer
March 5, 2025
Defense attorneys who sought to prevent The Buffalo News from publishing information about a murder case failed to meet their legal burden, Judge Brenda Freedman ruled.
Western NY Observer
March 5, 2025
The New York Attorney General’s Office, on behalf of the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS), filed court papers Monday that seek to punish correction officers with fines up to $442 per day, and even imprisonment for striking for safer working conditions.
Western NY Observer
March 5, 2025
On 3/03 Oswego Station Agents arrested Facundo Carmelino PEREZ VASQUEZ, an ILLEGAL ALIEN from Guatemala who is now facing criminal charges.Every violation of U.S. law will be prosecuted – without exception. Agents will enforce the law as intended. Criminals are not welcome!
Western NY Observer
March 5, 2025
Michael DiGiacomo appointed U.S. Attorney for Western New York district
Western NY Observer
March 5, 2025
On 2/28 Oswego Station Agents arrested Jonas MORALES-LOPEZ, an ILLEGAL ALIEN from Guatemala who is now facing criminal charges.Every violation of U.S. law will be prosecuted – without exception. Agents will enforce the law as intended. Safeguarding the Northern Border!
Western NY Observer
March 5, 2025
A former Gow School administrator Matthew Fisher, 51 used hidden cameras to surreptitiously film boys engaged in sexually explicit conduct, according to his plea.
Western NY Observer
March 5, 2025
ICE Buffalo arrested Salinas Loaeza-Margarito, a 46-year-old illegally present citizen of Mexico who attempted to purchase a firearm after making a false claim to being a U.S. Citizen. Loaeza is currently detained in ICE custody awaiting removal proceedings.
Western NY Observer
March 3, 2025
Unions submit 16,500 staffing violations at WNY hospitals to state Health Department
Western NY Observer
February 28, 2025
ICE Buffalo along with our federal partners @FBIBuffalo and @ATFNewYork arrested Songbao Song, a 19-year-old citizen of China. Song attempted to purchase a firearm without legal status in the U.S.
Western NY Observer
February 28, 2025
The new administration for the Seneca Nation of Indians is hoping to build on relationships with state and federal lawmakers. President JC Seneca and tribal council members hosted a Western New York delegation summit Thursday at the Seneca Niagara Casino.
Western NY Observer
February 28, 2025
ICE Buffalo arrests illegal alien from Mexico convicted of felony rape upon his release from state prison. We are thankful to our law enforcement partners for their cooperation.
Western NY Observer
February 28, 2025
Construction to begin on $5.7 million sports facility at ECC North Campus in Amherst
Western NY Observer
February 26, 2025
Western New York leaders gather in Marilla to show support for correction officers on strike
Western NY Observer
February 26, 2025
Patients and providers advocate for rare disease council in New York state
Western NY Observer
February 26, 2025
‘No risk to the community’: DEC Interim Commissioner says no need to worry about Niagara Falls Goodyear plant
Western NY Observer
February 25, 2025
Local, state officials push to get rid of fluoride in water as RFK leads the charge
Western NY Observer
February 25, 2025
New report says health care in New York is gettingpricier, not better
Western NY Observer
February 25, 2025
New York launches new recruitment campaign for federal workers
Western NY Observer
February 25, 2025
“By removing criminal aliens like Pablo Palma, ICE Buffalo plays a pivotal role in keeping our communities safe. I commend our officers for their tireless work to preserve public safety.” -FOD Buffalo
Western NY Observer
February 25, 2025
A North Tonawanda man Cole Kish was arrested on multiple sexual assault charges Tuesday, including promoting a sexual performance by a child, the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office said.
Western NY Observer
February 24, 2025
Buffalo Schools’ $460 million contract with First Student passes – but raises larger questions
Western NY Observer
February 24, 2025
Auburn Correctional prisoner asked for medical help before death
Western NY Observer
February 24, 2025
Town of Tonawanda Board unanimously votes to take legal action against police union
Western NY Observer
February 23, 2025
Sex offender alerts when a felony offender under 18 is released could come to parents under a proposed state law
Western NY Observer
February 22, 2025
A request by Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz to reappoint one of his department heads seven months early exposed some raw political rifts between him and Republican county legislators.,
Western NY Observer
February 22, 2025
The county clerk says that by managing arrivals effectively, customers can look forward to being served promptly, and without the worry of a long line.
Western NY Observer
February 22, 2025
Town of Tonawanda says police officers went on illegal strike by failing to write tickets
Western NY Observer
February 21, 2025
Servotronics, an Elma-based manufacturer, is facing a challenge from a shareholder over its future.
Western NY Observer
February 20, 2025
Some correction officers in New York went on strike Monday, but events that led to them to walk off the job may have started long before
Western NY Observer
February 20, 2025
Orchard Park man, Edward Tutuska, convicted for sexually abusing two minors
Western NY Observer
February 20, 2025
The state Office of Cannabis Management and legislative leaders will fight a proposal in Gov. Kathy Hochul’s budget to allow police to use the smell of cannabis as evidence that a person is driving while impaired.
Western NY Observer
February 20, 2025
After spending $10 million, Erie County is getting a lot of money back as part of the county’s multi-year energy performance contract. The county is receiving more than $352,000 back in rebate checks this year.
Western NY Observer
February 19, 2025
A Buffalo parole officer is gearing up after receiving unexpected orders to report to the Collins Correctional Facility, as correction officers at over 20 New York State prisons went on strike for a third day Wednesday.
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