First Student Super 7 Athlete: Lockport's Landon Pettapiece
First Student Super 7 athlete Landon Pettapiece, a senior at Lockport High School, is a four-sport athlete, competing in indoor and outdoor track, volleyball and bowling.
First Student Super 7 athlete Landon Pettapiece, a senior at Lockport High School, is a four-sport athlete, competing in indoor and outdoor track, volleyball and bowling.
MEDINA — A record number of veterans and their families attended the 16th annual Veterans Day Dinner, sponsored by the Arista Chapter of the National Honor Society at Medina High School.
Having firmly established itself in the Niagara Falls neighborhood, surrounded by the I-190, Niagara Falls Boulevard, and the LaSalle Expressway, The Chapel is expanding its worship space at the former Niagara Catholic High School.
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) -- SNK Fuels, located at 502 Main St. in Niagara Falls, is helping people fill up their tanks for less than the average price at the pump in the area these days. "It's Christmas time; we...
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Universal screening for the disease has long been a subject of controversy. The American Cancer Society released an updated guideline Thursday that recommends regular prostate cancer screening for average-risk men between the ages of...
New prostate cancer guidelines urge men to start screening at specific age Fox News What to Know About New Prostate Cancer Screening Recommendations The New York Times American Cancer Society updates prostate cancer...
(MedPage Today) -- Shifting gears on prostate cancer screening, the American Cancer Society (ACS) now recommends screening with prostate-specific antigen (PSA) every 2 years for average-risk men ages 50 to 69. Since...
WASHINGTON — Middle-aged men should undergo regular screening for prostate cancer, the American Cancer Society said Thursday in a major change to its guidelines.
A Lockport man is charged with attempted first-degree murder and other felony charges after Wilmington police responded to a wellness check at a local motel.
It's not every day you hear about a golf cart heist, but that's exactly what happened in Lockport. And while the golf course wants its carts back, it's the owner's blunt, sarcastic message to the thieves is now getting attention online....
Lions International Director Dr. Mark Mansell was the guest of honor at the District 20N fall Conference. He reminded those present that International President Mark Lyon’s theme is Rooted in Service. Then asked the group what they...
Neighbors who live near the intersection of Bartz and Rapids roads in the Town of Lockport are calling for safety changes after two people were killed in separate crashes there last month.
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<p>Bolingbrook senior TJ Lewis runs so hard in practice that his coach, Titcus Pettigrew, worries it might get dangerous.</p><p>‘‘We have to take him out sometimes,’’ Pettigrew said. ‘‘The intensity. And the defense doesn’t let up....
More than two years after a 12-year-old girl suffered a fatal drug overdose in a shared bedroom, her mother has been arrested and charged with involuntary manslaughter. A Joliet mother has been charged with involuntary manslaughter in...
Prosecutors are seeking pretrial detention for a Lockport Heights woman who was charged with the involuntary manslaughter of her daughter after two-and-a-half years investigation.
A Joliet mother has been charged with involuntary manslaughter in the overdose death of her 12-year-old daughter.
JOLIET, Ill. — A suburban mother is facing charges after authorities allege fentanyl was in the system of her child that died in 2024. Collette Bancroft, 37, of Lockport, was charged with involuntary manslaughter,...
BUFFALO, N.Y. Tina Abrams makes history as the first female president of the Seneca Nation, pledging to protect their sovereign land and advocate for Native interests in WNY. Covered by 3 outlets: 3 are not rated.
The Tonawanda Seneca Nation is urging New York to respect its sovereignty and to block construction of a prosed data center complex near its territory.
Tina Abrams, a longtime voice in the Seneca Nation, was officially sworn into office alongside her new executive branch. Now in office, Abrams says protecting sovereignty is a top priority.
Tina Abrams forever etched her name into Seneca Nation history today when she took the oath of office as Seneca Nation President. She is the first woman ever elected to the Seneca Nation’s highest office.
BUFFALO, N.Y. Patrick, a 5-year-old male greater one-horned rhinoceros, recently arrived in Buffalo from the Bronx Zoo, where he was born on June 20, 2021. Covered by 3 outlets: 3 are not rated.
The Buffalo Zoo welcomes Patrick, a 3,600-pound rhino from the Bronx Zoo, to its conservation program. Patrick will eventually join the zoo's breeding efforts.
Patrick, a 5-year-old male greater one-horned rhinoceros, recently arrived in Buffalo from the Bronx Zoo, where he was born on June 20, 2021. The move is part of a breeding recommendation through the Association of...
Lewiston Police say a 60-year-old woman has died after she was bitten by a dog Monday morning. BUFFALO, N.Y. Covered by 3 outlets: 3 are not rated.
LEWISTON — Lewiston police have identified the woman who died after being mauled by her dog.
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A 60-year-old woman died after she was attacked by her dog on Monday, according to Lewiston Police. Officials said Lisa Bundy was bitten by her 6-year-old St. Bernard at her home on Saunders...
A Niagara Falls man is facing multiple charges after police say he was allegedly found with a loaded firearm while driving under the influence.
With how talkative Britini D’Angelo can seem at first impression, you might not realize that, at one point, she was told she might not speak.
AMHERST — Newfane had the ball in the second quarter with the score tied 8-8 and they were driving.
ORCHARD PARK — Although Terrel Bernard had already shifted his focus to the New York Jets, he couldn't help but laugh at his locker Thursday when recalling the interception he let slip through his hands against the Minnesota Vikings on…
Legislation that would help lower housing costs for combat veterans who previously were excluded from a property tax break was signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul, according to the office of state Sen. Michelle Hinchey.
Next year will mark the return of stadium concerts in Orchard Park. So far, Highmark has announced four major shows: Zach Bryan and John Fogerty on June 2, Metallica on June 8, Noah Kahan on June 12, and Kenny Chesney,…
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The United States Central Intelligence Agency should probably get residuals for the number of times it has appeared as an entity in motion pictures. Most of the features are spy thrillers and some are comedies.
Newfane Elementary School has been able to get a restock on its library bookshelves thanks to a $5,000 grant.
The Trump administration has spent nearly two years trying to make three letters disappear.
LEWISTON — Niagara had a chance at the end of the first quarter to head into the second only down by single digits.
At a budget meeting Monday, councilmen agreed to eliminate proposed contingency funding that would cover potential wage increases that could result from 2027 union contract negotiations.
AMHERST — When the third-seeded Orleans County Rivals beat Pioneer to clinch a spot in the Section VI Class B championship game, head coach Eric Valley decided to sell his tickets to the annual rivalry game between Ithaca College and…
Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is very contagious among deer, elk and moose. It effects the brain and nervous system of the animal and causes a long, agonizing death (similar to mad cow disease). It is spread by saliva, urine and…
Harrison Place Lofts at 120 South St. is accepting applications for one- and two-bedroom apartments until Monday.
ORCHARD PARK — The statistics say the Buffalo Bills are coming off a historic two-game stretch.
The Buffalo Bills learned firsthand that more blockers doesn’t guarantee better protection.
BUFFALO — A University at Buffalo research team is launching a study to find out if preloading online grocery carts with healthy ingredients can improve the diets of families with young children at risk for obesity.
Independent Health Foundation is celebrating its 20th anniversary of Good for the Neighborhood at a Thursday event in the Falls with grocery gift cards, small kitchen appliances and essential-item bag giveaways.