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• North Tonawanda man sentenced to 14 years for role in drug conspiracy

  08-10-2024 23:10 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A North Tonawanda man was sentenced to serve 14 years in prison for his role in a drug conspiracy, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced Tuesday.Johnny Williams, 32, was convicted of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute, and to distribute, 400 grams or more of fentanyl.Officials said between June and October of 2021, Williams conspired with others, including Lairon Graham, to sell fentanyl and crack cocaine from a residence on Liddell Street.
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• Slimy, unrecognizable food served to Buffalo Public School students, parent says

  08-10-2024 22:46 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- One parent is calling for better quality food to be served to Buffalo Public School students after describing the current food as "unidentifiable."Phil Beavers, a leader with the Lovejoy Village Association, contacted WIVB News 4 with concerns about the quality of school lunches at Buffalo Public Schools. He said his daughter is on the free lunch program at School 366. It's a program that many families rely on.Beavers said a slimy looking turkey and cheese sandwich was on
  
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• Man arrested for allegedly assaulting Buffalo school bus driver with kids on board

  08-10-2024 22:26 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – A Buffalo man was arrested Monday after he allegedly entered a school bus with children on board and assaulted the 72-year-old driver.Buffalo Police announced multiple charges against Jamieson Lococo, 38, including a felony charge of assault in the second degree.
  Police said Lococo was following his child's bus last Wednesday when the driver stopped the bus because a child stood up and she felt it was unsafe to continue driving. Lococo allegedly entered the bus throu
  
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• Niagara Falls woman sentenced for role in scheme that stole over $2M from victims

  08-10-2024 22:13 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Niagara Falls woman was sentenced to almost two years in prison for her role in a debt collection scheme that stole over $2 million from various victims, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced Tuesday.
  Between January 2014 and February 2017, 37-year-old Erica Lounsberry worked as a manager for numerous supposed debt collection agencies, including Lakeside Meditations, Lincoln Mediation, Valentine Legal Meditation, First Point Meditation, State Filing and Legal Services, a
  
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• Volunteers at Concordia Cemetery use technology to unearth Buffalo history

  08-10-2024 21:58 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Every stone has a story to tell and that's the case at Concordia Cemetery, one of the oldest cemeteries in Western New York. Volunteers at the cemetery are uncovering the history of Buffalo one stone at a time."We're going to be looking for and bringing up some of the tombstones that have sunk or have been buried," said Bonnie Fleischauer, Concordia Cemetery's public information officer. "So, we're going to unearth them, we're going to clean them up, photograph them and c
  
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• Buffalo Police investigating shooting on east side that injured 2

  08-10-2024 21:47 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Buffalo Police say they are investigating a shooting that occurred on the east side Monday night that left two men wounded.Officers responded to the call just after 10 p.m. to the first block of Texas Street.
  Detectives determined that a 26-year-old and a 30-year-old Buffalo man had been shot while inside a vehicle. Both were transported to ECMC for non-life threatening injuries.Anyone with information is asked to contact Buffalo Police at 716-847-2255. Latest Local News
  
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• Blue pumpkins honoring Lieutenant Craig Lehner, K9 Shield on sale this weekend

  08-10-2024 21:43 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Blue pumpkins are once again on sale this weekend to honor Lieutenant Craig Lehner and his K9 partner, Shield.
  This year marks the eighth year Allison Milligan and her family have put the event together. Milligan’s husband served in the military with Lehner, who died after disappearing in the Niagara River during a police training exercise in 2017.You can pick out your pumpkins for a donation to the Buffalo Police Department's K9 unit at a home in South Buffalo loca
  
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• Jets owner says firing of Saleh will bring 'new energy' to one of franchise's 'most talented teams'

  08-10-2024 21:38 via wivb.com
  
  Woody Johnson sensed his struggling New York Jets needed a change — and now.
  So the owner made the stunning decision Tuesday to fire coach Robert Saleh just five games into his fourth season after the team's 2-3 start following a 23-17 loss to Minnesota in London on Sunday.
  “This is one of the most talented teams that has ever been assembled by the New York Jets,” Johnson said during a conference call with reporters. "I wanted to give this team the most opportunity to win this
  
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• Crossing guard for Ohio School in North Tonawanda struck by vehicle

  08-10-2024 18:37 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A crossing guard for Ohio Elementary School in North Tonawanda was struck by a vehicle Tuesday morning, according to North Tonawanda Police.
  Police said the 78-year-old man was taken to ECMC after being struck at the intersection of Ohio Street and Abington Place at the start of the school day.
  North Tonawanda Mayor Austin Tylec told WIVB News 4 that extra "slow down" signage was recently added to the area at the request of crossing guards.The driver is cooperating as the
  
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• In unanimous vote, Tonawanda approves 4-way stop at intersection of fatal crash

  08-10-2024 18:07 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A residential Tonawanda intersection where a teenager was hit and killed earlier this year will be changed to a four-way stop following a unanimous vote from the Town Board on Monday night.Additional stop signs will be added at the intersection of Woodstock Avenue and Yorkshire Road, which is currently a two-way stop that only stops drivers on Yorkshire.Residents called for a change after a 15-year-old was hit and killed by a car while riding a motorized bike in July
  
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• "The Dominator" burger, more dessert options highlight new food offerings at Sabres' games

  08-10-2024 17:52 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A quadruple bacon cheeseburger dubbed "The Dominator," more dessert options, and day game breakfast specials highlight the new food offerings at Sabres' games at KeyBank Center this season.The new options were unveiled during an event on Tuesday ahead of the team's home opener on Thursday night.The new burger features four burger patties, brisket, jalapeño poppers, sauce, cheese, bacon and ancho barbecue served on two grilled cheese sandwiches with fries.Delaw
  
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• Jets stunningly fire coach Robert Saleh after a 2-3 start and tab Jeff Ulbrich as interim

  08-10-2024 17:51 via wivb.com
  
  Robert Saleh insisted no one was panicked about the New York Jets' slow start. A day later, he was out of a job.
  Owner Woody Johnson made the stunning decision Tuesday to fire Saleh five games into his fourth season after the team's 2-3 start following a 23-17 loss to Minnesota in London on Sunday.
  “This morning, I informed Robert Saleh that he will no longer serve as head coach of the Jets,” Johnson said in a statement issued by the team. "I thanked him for his hard work these past
  
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• Jets fire coach Robert Saleh after a 2-3 start to the season, AP source says

  08-10-2024 16:46 via wivb.com
  
  The New York Jets have fired coach Robert Saleh after the team's 2-3 start in his fourth season, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press.
  Saleh was 20-36 as coach of the Jets, who are trying to snap the NFL's longest active playoff drought at 13 seasons.
  Defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich will act as the interim coach, according to the person who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the Jets hadn't announced Saleh's firing.
  It is the first time in owner
  
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• How to watch, stream and listen to Bills vs. Jets on Monday Night Football

  08-10-2024 14:37 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Bills are set to finish the three-game road trip with a trip to the New York City metro to face the New York Jets on Monday Night Football.
  Here's how you can watch, stream and listen to the game.TelevisionThe game will air nationally on ESPN with Joe Buck and Troy Aikman in the broadcast booth, with Lisa Salters on sideline reporting.
  Catch Buffalo Kickoff Live on WIVB from 7-7:30 p.m. before the game.RadioThe game will air locally on WGR, with Chris Brown and E
  
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• 1 hospitalized after 3-vehicle crash in Buffalo

  08-10-2024 04:55 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- One person was hospitalized following a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Delaware Avenue and Church Street on Monday, police announced.Authorities said the crash happened just before 4:30 p.m. and involved three vehicles, with one flipping over.One person was transported by ambulance to ECMC to be treated for injuries, officials said.The incident remains under investigation.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.Latest Local News 1 hospitalized after
  
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• Utility bill dispute causes multiple Buffalo community centers to temporarily close

  08-10-2024 04:32 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Several community centers in the City of Buffalo will close Tuesday due to unpaid electric bills, taking away various programs in the area.Brian Pilarski, the CEO and President of the Seneca-Babcock Community Association said Seneca-Babcock, along with Arlene Mychajliw, Hennepin, George K. Arthur and Schiller Park community youth and senior centers will be closing temporarily on Tuesday. The decision stems from receiving an electric shut-off notice from National Grid.&ldq
  
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• Catholic Health cancels most elective surgeries requiring IV fluids amid shortage

  08-10-2024 03:58 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Catholic Health announced in a statement Monday night that it is canceling most elective surgeries that require intravenous (IV) fluids for the rest of the week as it prepares for "significant shortages."The shortage stems from Hurricane Helene's impact on a Baxter drug manufacturing facility in Marion, North Carolina, Catholic Health said."We will continue to perform surgeries which do not require IV fluids, as well as all emergency surgeries and other urgent and emergen
  
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• Catholic Health cancels elective surgeries requiring IV fluids amid shortage

  08-10-2024 03:58 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Catholic Health announced in a statement Monday night that it is canceling most elective surgeries that require intravenous (IV) fluids for the rest of the week as it prepares for "significant shortages."The shortage stems from Hurricane Helene's impact on a Baxter drug manufacturing facility in Marion, North Carolina, Catholic Health said."We will continue to perform surgeries which do not require IV fluids, as well as all emergency surgeries and other urgent and emergen
  
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• Missing person alert issued for 80-year-old woman

  08-10-2024 01:19 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A missing person alert was issued by the Amherst Police Department Monday night for an 80-year-old woman who police said was last seen by her family in the area of Main Street and Bailey Avenue.Authorities said Sharon Shoninger of Amherst was last seen by her family at 2 p.m. Monday and may be wearing a beige sweatshirt, with a blue and white button down shirt underneath the sweatshirt, and khaki pants.
  She is described as 5'02" and 100 pounds with grey and white hair and
  
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• Missing person alert for 80-year-old woman canceled

  08-10-2024 01:19 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A missing person alert for an 80-year-old woman was canceled by the Amherst Police Department Monday night after she was located in Clarence.Authorities said Sharon Shoninger of Amherst has been safely returned to her residence and is in good health.Katie Skoog joined the News 4 team in April 2024. She is a graduate from the University at Buffalo. You can view more of her work here.
  
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• Western New Yorkers in Florida evacuate their homes ahead of Hurricane Milton

  08-10-2024 00:49 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO N.Y. (WIVB) -- About a week after Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida's Big Bend region, residents in the Sunshine State are bracing for another major impact.
  As Hurricane Milton barrels toward Florida's west coast, WIVB News 4 spoke with Western New York natives who are fleeing their Florida homes before it hits.Martha and Dan Meegan's home in Gulfport, Florida, is under a mandatory evacuation."They tell us in Florida to hide from the wind, run from the water," Martha said.
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• WNY reflects on one-year anniversary of Hamas' attack on Israel

  08-10-2024 00:29 via wivb.com
  
  NORTH TONAWANDA, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Events held over the weekend and Monday in Western New York remembered the lives lost in the Israel-Hamas conflict on its one-year anniversary and called for the hostages to be released.State and county leaders, as well as pastors and rabbis, spoke at a remembrance event Monday night at city hall in North Tonawanda, which was led by Father Arthur Ward Jr. of St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church.WIVB News 4 heard from various leaders in the Jewish Community Monday. Je
  
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• 'Everybody eats' offense leaves Bills hungry for more

  08-10-2024 00:25 via wivb.com
  
  ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Second-guess Bills coach Sean McDermott all you want for his clock-management decisions in the final 32 seconds of Buffalo’s loss to the Houston Texans.Having Josh Allen attempt three straight passes — all incompletions — out of his own end zone rather than hand off the ball and drain the Texans of their three timeouts has been criticized enough in the aftermath of a 23-20 outcome decided on Ka’imi Fairbairn’s 59-yard field
  
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