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• Crews to repave Scajaquada this summer

  03-07-2026 17:31 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Crews will be working to repave and repair the Scajaquada Expressway this summer, the New York State Department of Transportation announced Friday. NYSDOT said that more than 20 lane-miles will be repaved and repaired as part of the $4.65 million project, which will also include upgrades to the drainage system. Work [...]
  
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• Buffalo homeowner welcomes community with patriotic display, fire department parade

  03-07-2026 16:47 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- More than 500 American flags are on display outside a Buffalo home this Fourth of July as one resident continues a tradition inspired by family, community and a love for the country. For the past six years, Dave Shovelman has decorated his property with hundreds of American flags and patriotic decorations [...]
  
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• Thousands pack Kenney Park, kicking off America's birthday weekend

  03-07-2026 05:11 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Thousands of people packed the lawn at Kenney Park in the Town of Tonawanda on Thursday for Independence Day celebrations and a spectacular fireworks show. Officials kept residents cool all evening in preparation for the event as they kicked off the holiday weekend. "We've got food, we have music and we [...]
  
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• Excavator operator injured in Perry barn fire

  03-07-2026 04:39 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- An excavator operator from Perry is recovering from burns sustained in a barn fire that happened on Thursday in Perry. Officials said the process of demolition for the barn has been taking place over the past few days. They said a burn pile used by workers spread to the rest of [...]
  
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• Excavator operator, firefighters injured in Perry barn fire

  03-07-2026 04:39 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- An excavator operator and two firefighters were injured after a barn fire Thursday afternoon in the town of Perry. Officials said the process of demolition for the barn has been taking place over the past few days. They said a burn pile used by workers spread to the rest of the [...]
  
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• From the Vineyard: Ravine

  03-07-2026 02:30 via wivb.com
  
  NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, Ontario (WIVB) — Looking for a taste of Italy without booking a flight? One local winery is serving up fresh hot pizzas on the patio -- and a Michelin-trained chef is behind all the culinary magic. Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery has lots of rustic charm and more than 150 years of history. It's located [...]
  
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• NYISO Energy Watch ends

  03-07-2026 01:07 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The New York Independent System Operator, which oversees the electricity grid, ended an Energy Watch that it issued on Thursday. The NYISO ended the watch late Thursday night, saying operating reserves returned to standard levels and that the grid is operating normally.
  
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• Energy Watch issued in NY

  03-07-2026 01:07 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- With the high heat comes high demand on New York State's power grid. The New York Independent System Operator, which oversees the electricity grid, issued an Energy Watch on Thursday. The state is at low energy supply as of Thursday evening, meaning operating reserves are declining. Residents are suggested to conserve [...]
  
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• Buffalo's homeless population tries to beat the heat as temps soar in WNY

  03-07-2026 00:38 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — When it comes to ways to beat the excessive heat that's invaded much of Western New York and the city of Buffalo this week, for some it's not as simple as stepping inside an air-conditioned home or going to the pool. For Buffalo's homeless population, weather like this week's presents its own [...]
  
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