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• Former corrections officer sentenced in Grand Island hit and run

  05-02-2018 23:39 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The former corrections officer who pleaded guilty in October to striking a Grand Island woman with his truck and leaving the scene has been sentenced to one to three years in prison.
  Edward J. Kuebler III also had his driver’s license revoked during Monday’s sentencing.
  Kuebler pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of an accident resulting in serious physical injury- a felony.
  Kuebler apologies to Papaj family: “I should have stopped that night, no ma
  
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• Two Wellsville residents charged with selling drugs with child present

  05-02-2018 23:12 via wivb.com
  WELLSVILLE, N.Y. (WIVB) – Two Wellsville residents are facing several drug charges following an investigation into the sale of narcotic drugs- with one of the sales taking place in front of a child.
  Wellsville Police arrested Valerie A. Carl, 24, of Wellsville, and Brandon M. Carl, 25, of Wellsville, on Friday.
  Valerie was charged with third degree criminal sale of a controlled substance, third degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, two counts of fourth degree conspiracy, an
  
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• North java manufacturer calls tainted horse feed an “isolated incident”

  05-02-2018 23:02 via wivb.com
  CUBA, N.Y. (WIVB) – News 4 is hearing from the manufacturing company that is accused of selling tainted horse feed to a farm in Cuba.
  The feed was sold by Reisdorf Brothers in North Java and given to 31 horses at the farm. 6 of those horses have already died.
  Lawyers for the boarding barn, TMC Performance Horses, tell us they plan to file a formal claim with the manufacturing company.
  News 4 spoke with a representative from Reisdorf Brothers. She says of this happened a year and
  
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• Robbers break into Amherst jewelry store in broad daylight

  05-02-2018 22:48 via wivb.com
  AMHERST, N.Y. (WIVB) –  Amherst Police are on the hunt for the thieves who staged a daring smash and grab heist at a local jewelry store.
  It was a terrifying three minutes for both customers and clients of Reeds Jenns Jewelers on Maple Road in Amherst.
  Four men armed with sledgehammers and masks entered the store around 6:30 Friday night and started smashing the glass display cases.
  Police tell us they took all of the Rolex watches inside the cases and fled the store.
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• Robbers break into Amherst jewelry store during store hours

  05-02-2018 22:48 via wivb.com
  AMHERST, N.Y. (WIVB) –  Amherst Police are on the hunt for the thieves who staged a daring smash and grab heist at a local jewelry store.
  It was a terrifying three minutes for both customers and clients of Reeds Jenns Jewelers on Maple Road in Amherst.
  Four men armed with sledgehammers and masks entered the store around 6:30 Friday night and started smashing the glass display cases.
  Police tell us they took all of the Rolex watches inside the cases and fled the store.
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• AP: Dental students took selfie with severed heads

  05-02-2018 21:36 via wivb.com
  HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Graduate dental school students and a top University of Connecticut orthodontics professor took a selfie with two severed heads used for medical research at a training workshop at Yale University last year — an episode Yale officials called “disturbing” and “inexcusable.”
  The selfie was taken in June at the Yale School of Medicine during the 2017 DePuy Synthes Future Leaders Workshop, which focused on dental-related facial deformities.
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• Dow plummets 1,200 points

  05-02-2018 21:20 via wivb.com
  (CNN) – The Dow fell 1,200 points Monday and nearly 1,900 points over the past two sessions.
  Stock market volatility emerged last week as investors grew more worried about turmoil in the bond market caused by inflation concerns.
   The plunge sent the Dow below 25,000. It hasn’t closed below that level since January 3.
  If the decline holds, it will be the worst single-day point decline in Dow history. The Dow fell 777 points on September 29, 2008.
  It will also be th
  
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• Officers injured in morning crash on Route 33

  05-02-2018 20:31 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo police are investigating an accident involving officers.
  On Monday morning, police say a patrol vehicle was rear-ended by another vehicle, causing the patrol vehicle to hit a second patrol vehicle.
  The incident happened just after 10:30 a.m. on Route 33 westbound near the Route 198 exit.
  At the time, police were assisting with traffic due to an earlier accident call. The patrol vehicles were parked and had officers in them when they were struck.
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• Amherst police: 4 men steal watches from Reeds Jewelers on Maple Rd.

  05-02-2018 19:17 via wivb.com
  AMHERST, N.Y. (WIVB) — On Friday night, Amherst police say four men went to the Reeds Jewelers on Maple Rd. and took all the Rolex watches.
  Police say the men, who were wearing ski masks, smashed glass cases with sledgehammers during the incident.
  Customers and workers were there at the time, but no one was threatened or hurt, police say. Staff members were able to get everyone into a back room.
  The men left in a red van with no license plates.
  One of the watches was later found in th
  
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• SPCA Monday: Plymouth

  05-02-2018 18:52 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The SPCA Serving Erie County brought a 10-year-old cat named Plymouth to News 4 on Monday.
  Plymouth is looking for a home.
  If you’re interested in adopting her, call the SPCA at (716) 875-7360.
  
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• Conservationists to hold conference on restoring Niagara Gorge

  05-02-2018 18:14 via wivb.com
  NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) — Conservationists will share details about work to restore the Niagara Gorge on Monday.
  Local leaders hope this will not only maintain the natural attraction, but also help draw more people to Niagara Falls State Park and the downtown section of the Cataract City.
  A conference is scheduled for 2 p.m.
  
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• WNY Ad Exec breaks down Big Game commercials

  05-02-2018 18:11 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Which commercials from the big game still have you talking? Companies shelled out millions hoping their messages would have staying power.
  Alexa’s “search for a voice” proved to be a strong contender. Christian Gaddis from Eric Mower + Associates calls it memorable.“These organizations have spent over $5 million for 30 seconds. You don’t want to waste $5 million, and then be forgotten,” Gaddis said.
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• Crash into hydrant causes discolored water in Jamestown

  05-02-2018 17:56 via wivb.com
  JAMESTOWN, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities says residents’ water may be discolored for a while after a vehicle crash.
  According to the board, the vehicle crashed into a hydrant on Blackstone Ave. on Monday, causing flooding and a road closure.
  On Monday morning, the board said water could be discolored for 12-24 hours. Residents were advised to not do their laundry until water appears clear.
  The board says work is being done to repair the issue.
  
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• For Bon-Ton, founded in 19th century, an uncertain future

  05-02-2018 17:36 via wivb.com
  NEW YORK (AP) — The future of Bon-Ton Stores looks tenuous after the department store chain that survived economic downturns including the Great Depression filed for bankruptcy protection and said it may seek a buyer for all or pieces of itself.
  Even as it closes stores, plans to jazz up its store label products and reduce its debt load, the chain must make itself stand out in a competitive market where shoppers are buying more online overall and less of the clothing that department stores
  
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• Salamanca Schools closed Monday for deep cleaning because of flu

  05-02-2018 17:05 via wivb.com
  SALAMANCA, N.Y. (WIVB) – All schools in Salamanca were closed Monday for deep cleaning  after that district was hit particularly hard by the flu.
  Students, staff, and other community members were told to stay out of the school buildings and off school campuses, while members of the Salamanca City Central School District’s Buildings and Grounds crews worked with substitute custodians called into help give all of the buildings a good, deep cleaning.
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• Chicago, REO Speedwagon coming to Darien Lake

  05-02-2018 16:14 via wivb.com
  DARIEN LAKE, N.Y. (WIVB) — Chicago and REO Speedwagon will be coming to Darien Lake this summer.
  The bands will perform in western New York on August 7. Tickets for the show go on sale on February 9 at Noon.
  Prices range from $29.50 to $129.50. Lawn four packs will be available for $96 while they last.
  Those who wish to buy tickets can get them at LiveNation.com, Ticketmaster.com or call 1-800-745-3000.
  Anyone with a paid concert ticket will get free same-day admission to the theme park.
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• Justin Timberlake to perform in Buffalo this October

  05-02-2018 16:07 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A day after his performance at the big game, it was announced that Justin Timberlake will be coming to Buffalo.
  As part of The Man of the Woods Tour, Timberlake will perform at the KeyBank Center on October 28.
  Tickets go on sale February 19 at 10 a.m. Prices range between $53.50 and $229.
  Anyone interested in buying tickets can go to LiveNation.com, Tickets.com or call 1-888-223-6000.
  The show will start at 7:30 p.m.
  
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• Thieves swipe $165K in jewelry from John Stamos’ fiancee

  05-02-2018 15:58 via wivb.com
  BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — Police say burglars stole $165,000 in jewelry from a room at the Beverly Hills Hotel that was occupied by actor John Stamos’ fiancee.
  A police statement says Caitlin McHugh was away from her room Friday evening when a crook or crooks got in and took several items of jewelry.
  It’s unclear how the burglars got inside. There’s no indication of forced entry.
  The theft comes amid reports that the actress, who’s pregnant, is marrying 
  
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• Kylie Jenner announces birth of ‘healthy,’ ‘beautiful’ girl

  05-02-2018 15:43 via wivb.com
  NEW YORK (AP) — After months of speculation that she was pregnant with her first child, Kylie Jenner has announced the birth of a baby girl.
  In an Instagram post Sunday, Jenner says the baby was born Thursday. It’s the first child for the 20-year-old reality TV star and 25-year-old rapper Travis Scott.
  In her post, Jenner apologizes for keeping fans “in the dark through all the assumptions.” She says she chose to keep her pregnancy priva
  
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• Nassar to receive final sentence in sexual assault scandal

  05-02-2018 15:08 via wivb.com
  CHARLOTTE, Mich. (AP) — Days of emotional testimony in two Michigan courtrooms are wrapping up with a final sentence for former sports doctor Larry Nassar, whose serial sexual abuse of girls and young women has shaken Michigan State University and elite sports associations.
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  Nassar, 54, is returning to court Monday in Eaton County, Michigan. He listened to dozens of victims for two days last week and was almost attacked by a man whose three
  
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• Nassar sentenced to 40 to 125 years in sexual assault scandal

  05-02-2018 15:08 via wivb.com
  CHARLOTTE, Mich. (AP) — Days of emotional testimony in two Michigan courtrooms wrapped up with a final sentence for former sports doctor Larry Nassar, whose serial sexual abuse of girls and young women has shaken Michigan State University and elite sports associations.
  Nassar, 54, was sentenced to 40 to 125 years in prison in Michigan — his last punishment in his sex abuse scandal.
  He returned to court Monday in Eaton County, Michigan. He listened to dozens of victims for two da
  
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• Key witness expected to testify at trial of Cuomo aide

  05-02-2018 14:44 via wivb.com
  NEW YORK (AP) — A key witness is taking the stand in the corruption trial of a former top aide to Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
  Todd Howe is expected to testify at the Manhattan federal court trial of Joseph Percoco on Monday.
  Prosecutors say Percoco accepted more than $300,000 in bribes from three businessmen. Percoco’s lawyers say any money paid to Percoco was not a bribe.
  Howe, a longtime lobbyist, pleaded guilty to corruption charges in 2016 in a cooperation deal that required him to t
  
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• Research focuses on lake-effect phenomenon behind epic snows

  05-02-2018 13:30 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A new study aims to shed light on the weather phenomenon that’s behind many of Buffalo’s most epic snowfalls.
  University at Buffalo researchers will focus on lake-effect snow from the past in hopes of better predicting it in the future as the Earth warms.
  Lake-effect snow occurs when cold winds flow over warmer water — in this case, the Great Lakes — fueling intense bands of moisture that can quickly dump feet of snow on a single location.
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• Humor, social messages proliferate at a tame big game

  05-02-2018 13:13 via wivb.com
  NEW YORK (AP) — This year’s big game ads ran the gamut from tame humor to … tame messages about social causes.
  After a divisive year, advertisers during the big game worked overtime to win over audiences with messages that entertained and strove not to offend. The slapstick humor and sexual innuendo that used to be commonplace during ad breaks were nowhere in sight.
  Instead, Budweiser , as always the largest advertiser during the game, eschewed the usual puppies and
  
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• People celebrating World Nutella Day

  05-02-2018 12:45 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — There’s a day for those who love Nutella — World Nutella Day!
  Nutella spreads like butter or peanut butter, but it’s made with chocolate and hazelnuts.
  Some people will tell you it’s healthier, while others say the spread just offers a different taste than peanut butter or other nut butters.
  It’s been on store shelves since the mid-1960s, and February 5 is the day to celebrate it.
  
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• Buffalo warehouse to be transformed into apartments, health clinic

  05-02-2018 06:23 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)- A rundown warehouse on Buffalo’s East Side will soon be transformed into an apartment building and health clinic.
  Architect Matthew Meier, a partner at HHL Architects, told News 4 they plan to transform 19 Doat St., right off Genesee St.
  The historic buildings on the property will be turned into more than 70 apartments, community space and offices for Matt Urban Human Services.
  A new one story Jericho Road Health Clinic will also be built, along with a playground for
  
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• Eagles beat Patriots for franchise’s first Super Bowl win

  05-02-2018 06:08 via wivb.com
  MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Nick Foles went back-and-forth with Tom Brady and the defense came through with a turnover when they needed a stop.
  The Philadelphia Eagles are Super Bowl champions for the first time in franchise history thanks to a backup quarterback who had another spectacular game and a strip-sack by Brandon Graham after the defense let Brady have his way for most of Sunday night.
  Foles tossed an 11-yard touchdown pass to Zach Ertz with 2:21 left to give Philadelphia a 38-33 lead, b
  
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• ‘Empties for Empower’ gives job training for people with special needs

  05-02-2018 04:55 via wivb.com
  NORTH TONAWANDA, N.Y. (WIVB) — A local group is making sure people with disabilities are included in the work force by offering a job training program. ‘Empties for Empower’ gives people with special needs the chance to develop professional and social skills.
  For anytime Jackie McGrath has heard she can’t do something, she’s now proving she can — one bottle and can at a time.
  “I take intake, I help the wheelchairs and I help sort,” said Jackie McGr
  
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• Canisius boys, Nardin girls win national championship

  05-02-2018 02:52 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The Canisius boys squash team won the Division VI Squash National Championship, defeating No. 2 Radnor of Pennsylvania 4-3 in the title game.Boys brought home a national championship today, huge win from captain Allen Tompkins 14-12 in the 5th game to clinch yet again @CanisiusAD pic.twitter.com/64CP7SzThv
  — Canisius Squash (@canisius_squash) February 4, 2018
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  The 6th seeded Crusaders opened the tournament with a 7-0 win o
  
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