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• St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy in need of donations

  01-09-2020 23:56 via wivb.com
  
  The pandemic has been hard on everyone including many families who are in need of meals now more than ever. St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy hasn’t skipped a beat during this crisis, but now they’re also in need of help. “One of the works of mercy is feed the hungry and the other one is […]
  
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• Young California girl found safe in Buffalo thanks to tip from Live PD viewer

  01-09-2020 23:38 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)–The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children is providing a little more background in the story we brought you yesterday of six-year-old Talia Jones, missing from California since June of last year, found in the Queen City safely. According to the center, finding Jones was thanks to a tip from a Live […]
  
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• Canadian teen becomes youngest person to swim across Lake Erie

  01-09-2020 23:27 via wivb.com
  
  ONTARIO, CANADA (WIVB) — It’s not the typical way a teenager plans to spend their 14th birthday. A Canadian teen spent hers becoming the youngest person to swim across Lake Erie. News 4 caught up with her before her daring attempt. Julia Notebomer from Staford, Ontario has been swimming since she was about 6-years-old. Now […]
  
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• Catholic Health shares information on data breach that impacted health system

  01-09-2020 23:10 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)–Catholic Health and its foundations received notification in mid-July of a cybersecurity breach by a third-party software vendor. The breach impacted the health system and other non-profit organizations locally and throughout the country. Officials say the breach, which was part of a potential donor database, included names, medical record numbers, and dates of […]
  
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• Following Thruway crash, man arrested for DWI with BAC more than 3 times the legal limit

  01-09-2020 22:18 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)–State Police responded to a one-car crash on the 190 in Buffalo on Friday. Investigation showed the driver hit a bridge structure whne he failed to make his exit. Police tell us 43-year-old Frederick Bohne of Buffalo was intoxicated and had a suspended license due to a prior DWI arrest. Troopers found probable […]
  
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• Clifford Robinson, a Buffalo hoop hero ahead of his time

  01-09-2020 21:40 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)–“I’m the type of player who will probably get more credit after he’s done playing” — Clifford Robinson in 2007.  Robinson said those words when he was 40 years old with the Nets, in his 18th and final NBA season. Right to the end of his career, Clifford felt that he had never […]
  
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• Buffalo man indicted on murder charge for stabbing near E. Ferry and Wohlers

  01-09-2020 21:22 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)–A Buffalo man was arraigned in court on Tuesday for his role in a fatal stabbing in the area of East Ferry Street and Wohlers Avenue in July. The Erie County District Attorney’s Office says 57-year-old Anthony L. Daniels, also known as Tony Daniels, Tony Ziegler, and “Zig,” allegedly stabbed and killed 64-year-old […]
  
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• Transit Drive-In hosting fireworks Sunday night

  01-09-2020 21:03 via wivb.com
  
  LOCKPORT, N.Y. (WIVB)–In celebration of all workers, essential or otherwise, the Transit Drive-In will present a firework display Sunday night before the movies. Organizers say this is also to show appreciation of the efforts people have made over the last several months to provide services to the public during this difficult time. “This season has […]
  
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• The Great Pumpkin Farm announcing opening date

  01-09-2020 20:49 via wivb.com
  
  CLARENCE, N.Y. (WIVB)–It’s officially that time of the year! The Great Pumpkin Farm is celebrating 25 years and has set an opening date. The farm will open September 19 and remain open until November 1 daily from 10 a.m. until dusk. For the safety of visitors and employees, The Great Pumpkin Farm is setting some […]
  
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• New York releases guidelines for corn mazes, hayrides, haunted houses; petting zoos not allowed

  01-09-2020 18:45 via wivb.com
  
  Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced new state guidance for agritourism businesses as New York State enters the fall season.
  
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• Two men now accused of murder in 2019 burned bodies case

  01-09-2020 18:35 via wivb.com
  
  Jariel Cobb and Deandre Wilson both are accused of murdering Miguel Anthony Valentin-Colon, Nicole Marie Merced-Plaud, and Dhamyl Roman-Audiffred in September 2019.
  
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• Two charged with murder after burned bodies, human remains found in Buffalo

  01-09-2020 18:35 via wivb.com
  
  On a September morning nearly one year ago, a little boy named Noelvin was discovered on a porch on Potomac Ave.
  
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• Murder charges announced in case of burned bodies on Tonawanda Street, Box Avenue

  01-09-2020 18:35 via wivb.com
  
  On a September morning nearly one year ago, a little boy named Noelvin was discovered on a porch on Potomac Ave.
  
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• Man accused of killing ex-girlfriend at McKinley Mall pleads guilty

  01-09-2020 18:07 via wivb.com
  
  Nearly one year ago, Keith Sparks fatally stabbed 38-year-old Mallacia Tipps inside the Sears store at the mall.
  
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• Couple could face 25 years to life in prison if convicted in child abuse case

  01-09-2020 17:46 via wivb.com
  
  Erie County District Attorney John Flynn says that besides a homicide, "this may be the most egregious thing I have seen in four years here."
  
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• 2 new cases of COVID-19 found in Cattaraugus County

  01-09-2020 16:26 via wivb.com
  
  Any Cattaraugus County residents who are interested in getting tested can call either (716) 938-9119 or (716) 938-2265, or register for a test here.
  
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• 2 states added to NY COVID-19 travel advisory, none removed; 30 states total on list

  01-09-2020 15:54 via wivb.com
  
  People caught violating the advisory risk civil penalties ranging from $2,000 to $10,000, Gov. Cuomo said earlier this summer.
  
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• New case of COVID-19 identified in Wyoming County

  01-09-2020 15:46 via wivb.com
  
  114 people have recovered, while five others have died.
  
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• How many cases of COVID-19 have been found at local colleges?

  01-09-2020 13:51 via wivb.com
  
  This page will share updates on cases of COVID-19 found at local colleges and universities.
  
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• 3 shot near E. Delavan and Grider in Buffalo

  01-09-2020 13:27 via wivb.com
  
  Anyone with information that could help police solve this case can call or text the department's confidential tip line at (716) 847-2255.
  
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• Remote classes begin Tuesday at Buffalo Collegiate Charter School

  01-09-2020 12:41 via wivb.com
  
  The first three weeks of classes will be remote.
  
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• 11 Day Power Play raises $1.1 million this year

  01-09-2020 05:52 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)–The coronavirus didn’t stop Western New York from hosting one of its largest cancer-fighting fundraisers. The 11-Day Power Play wrapped up last night at RiverWorks. Players raised $1.1 million! Things looked a little different this year because of the pandemic. Players laced up their shoes instead of ice skates. Money raised from the […]
  
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• Domino’s looking to hire 200 workers in WNY

  01-09-2020 05:42 via wivb.com
  
  (WIVB)–Many people around the county have lost their jobs over the past few months and, one national pizza chain is hiring right here in Western New York. Domino’s says it’s looking to hire 200 people to work at its 14 locations in the Buffalo area. The positions include delivery drivers, customer service representatives, assistant managers, […]
  
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• History carved in stone at Buffalo’s Concordia Cemetery

  01-09-2020 05:13 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – Concordia Cemetery has survived vandalism, financial turmoil, and abandonment. But somehow, some way, the historic final resting place manages to muscle through one challenge after another. The non-profit, all volunteer cemetery has quite the story. In fact, volunteers will tell you that every stone and monument have a story to tell. […]
  
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• Tonawanda Town Board giving town leaders permission to fire public safety dispatcher

  01-09-2020 05:03 via wivb.com
  
  TOWN OF TONAWANDA, N.Y. (WIVB)–The Tonawanda Town Board is giving the town supervisor or police chief permission to fire a public safety dispatcher. The town says an investigation revealed that Brett Rider violated the town’s sexual harassment policy. Supervisor Joe Emminger says the Erie County District Attorney’s Office is investigating. He doesn’t expect this process […]
  
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• Contents of Holy Angels Church auctioned off

  01-09-2020 04:31 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)–The contents of an old west side church went up for bid today. They were inside the Holy Angels Church on Porter Avenue in Buffalo. The building itself has been sold, but religious artifacts were made available in an auction held this afternoon at the church. Organizers also tell us there is plenty […]
  
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• Jacobs receives endorsement for 27th District from union representing New York State Police

  01-09-2020 04:25 via wivb.com
  
  (WIVB)–Congressman Chris Jacobs received a big endorsement today as he gets ready to run for a full term, serving the 27th District. The union representing New York State Troopers is throwing its support behind Jacobs who won a special election back in June. The retired legislative liaison for the union says police have been under […]
  
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• Buffalo teachers take the district to court over reopening plan

  01-09-2020 04:20 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Instead of the classroom, Buffalo teachers are headed to the courtroom. On Monday, the Buffalo Teachers Federation announced they’re taking legal action against Buffalo Public Schools over its reopening plan. According to the union’s president, Phil Rumore, 70 percent of district teachers say they don’t feel safe under the current plan. […]
  
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• Cua man charged in thefts

  01-09-2020 04:09 via wivb.com
  
  CUBA, N.Y. (WIVB)–An Allegany County man is charged in a series of thefts in the Southern Tier. State Police arrested 30-year-old Derek Tyler-Lockwood. He’s from Cuba. Troopers say Tyler-Lockwood had items stolen from multiple cities in the Southern Tier. He’s charged with criminal possession of stolen property and petty larceny. Tyler-Lockwood is free until his […]
  
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• Little boy fighting cancer celebrated today for his efforts to give back to others in his shoes

  01-09-2020 04:03 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)–A little boy fighting cancer was celebrated today for his efforts to give back to others in his shoes. We’ve introduced you to 7-year-old Desmond Benimoff a few times in the last year. The first, about a year ago during our Make-A-Wish Radiothon with 97 Rock. Now today, he got a limo ride […]
  
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• State officials sitting on $16 billion, some of that money could be yours

  01-09-2020 03:34 via wivb.com
  
  (WIVB)–The State of New York is now facing a potential budget hole in the billions of dollars. But get this, state officials are sitting on a pile of cash $16 billion that they are trying to give away. It is known as unclaimed property from tax refund, or an old bank account you forgot about, […]
  
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• Cuomo warns people should be prepared to see COVID cases rise as students return to class

  01-09-2020 03:16 via wivb.com
  
  (WIVB)–The governor called colleges the “canary in the coal mine” today, saying that the students came back, socialized, and then the spread of COVID-19 begins. This comes just days after Cuomo declared a threshold. If 100 students test positive for coronavirus, the college will go remote for two weeks. And during his briefing today, the […]
  
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• Up to $5,000 being offered for information in 2013 homicide

  01-09-2020 00:49 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)–Crime Stoppers WNY is offering up to $2,500, and Erie County Child Protective Services is offering up to $2,500 for a total of $5,000 for information leading to an arrest in the homicide of Richard Abrams. Abrams was killed on August 25, 2013, on Olin Lane in Lackawanna. Authorities say they urge citizens […]
  
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• In-person learning for some students at REACH Academy Charter School in Buffalo kicks-off an unprecedented school year

  01-09-2020 00:12 via wivb.com
  
  It’s uncharted territory, reopening school during a pandemic. At REACH Academy Charter School in Buffalo their journey started Monday. It was the first day of school, and students, staff and faculty were amped-up! “We are finally back! Yay!! We’re so excited,” said Lisa Rogers Dean of Scholars. Like many area school schools, REACH charter school, […]
  
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