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20Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Breaking News

Active Investigation Unfolds on South Salina Street

(WNY News Now)SYRACUSE, NYPolice are actively investigating a menacing incident that occurred Monday evening on South Salina Street, prompting a request for residents to steer clear of the area.Shortly after 6:15 p.m. on November 18, officers from the Syracuse Police Department responded to the 2700 block of South Salina Street following reports of menacing. Authorities have not disclosed additional details, but the investigation remains ongoing.The department has urged the public to avoid the vicinity until further notice to ensure the safety of residents and officers. Updates are expected as more information becomes available.Residents with information related to the incident are encouraged to contact the Syracuse Police Department directly.Share this:FacebookXNote: Thank you for visitin...
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20Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Courts

$250,000 Settlement Reached Over Movie Theater Operator’s Data Breach Impacting 23,000 New York Workers

(WNY News Now) A data breach at National Amusements, a global movie theater operator, exposed sensitive information of over 23,000 New York employees, prompting a $250,000 settlement and cybersecurity reforms.NEW YORK New York Attorney General Letitia James on Fridaysecured $250,000 from a global movie theater operator, National Amusements, Inc. (National Amusements), that operates movie theaters in the Bronx and on Long Island for failing to protect their former and current employees and contractors personal information. An investigation by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) determined that National Amusements failed to implement strong data security, which left it vulnerable to a data breach that compromised the information of more than 23,000 New York employees. The OAG s inv...
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20Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Courts

Former Nurse Practitioner Jailed for Role in Western Pennsylvania Oxycodone Scheme

(WNY News Now) A former certified registered nurse practitioner has been sentenced for defrauding Medicaid and fueling the opioid crisis through fraudulent Oxycodone prescriptions.HARRISBURG Joseph G. Sapp, 56, a former certified registered nurse practitioner from western Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 11.5 to 23 months in jail, followed by eight years of probation, for his involvement in a large-scale prescription fraud scheme.The Office of Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that Sapp pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including possession with intent to deliver, Medicaid fraud, and forgery. Investigators uncovered that Sapp had written fraudulent prescriptions for thousands of Oxycodone pills, filling them at pharmacies in Westmoreland, Allegheny, Fayette, and Washington coun...
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Dunkirk Police Arrest Shooting Suspect in Multi-State Pursuit
20Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Arrests

Dunkirk Police Arrest Shooting Suspect in Multi-State Pursuit

(WNY News Now) A violent altercation in Dunkirk led to a shooting, an interstate manhunt, and the capture of a 20-year-old suspect now facing felony charges.DUNKIRK, NY Authorities have arrested Davon J. McCall, 20, of Brocton, NY, in connection with a shooting that occurred on the evening of August 14, 2024, in the 300 block of Washington Avenue. The incident, which began with an altercation, resulted in a male victim being shot in the leg.Police reported that the victim was initially transported to Brooks Hospital before being transferred to Erie County Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.A warrant for McCall s arrest was issued shortly after the shooting, leading to an interstate effort involving local and federal authorities. McCall was apprehended by U.S. Marshals in...
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Fire Investigation Underway After Blaze Ravages Unoccupied Garage in Panama
20Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Chautauqua County

Fire Investigation Underway After Blaze Ravages Unoccupied Garage in Panama

(WNY News Now) Authorities are investigating the cause of a late-night fire that severely damaged an unoccupied garage on Muzzy Hill Road in Panama.Panama, N.Y. On November 14th, 2024, at approximately 11:39 PM, the Panama Fire Department, along with multiple mutual aid agencies, responded to a reported structure fire at 6406 Muzzy Hill Road in Panama, NY. Crews arrived to find a two-story, unoccupied garage fully engulfed in flames. The fire s intensity resulted in significant damage to the structure, but fortunately, no injuries were reported as the building was vacant at the time.After the fire was successfully extinguished, the Chautauqua County Fire Investigation Team was called to the scene to determine the origin and cause of the blaze. Upon their examination, investigators conf...
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Jamestown Residents Charged After Domestic Dispute Uncovers Unsafe Living Conditions
20Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Arrests

Jamestown Residents Charged After Domestic Dispute Uncovers Unsafe Living Conditions

(WNY News Now) A domestic altercation on the city s south side led to the arrest of two individuals, exposing deplorable living conditions that endangered a child s welfare.Jamestown, N.Y. On the evening of November 17, 2024, at approximately 8:23 p.m., Jamestown police officers responded to a domestic dispute at a residence on the city s south side. Upon investigation, officers determined that 28-year-old Zachary A. Graves had engaged in a physical altercation with 37-year-old Nicole Parsons in the presence of a juvenile.Graves fled the scene before officers arrived but was located nearby, hiding behind a brick wall and attempting to conceal himself in leaves and brush. Officers apprehended Graves and transported him to the city jail.The investigation revealed unsafe living conditions...
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Motorcyclist Airlifted Following Solo Crash in Bemus Point
20Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Car Crash

Motorcyclist Airlifted Following Solo Crash in Bemus Point

(WNY News Now) A male motorcyclist sustained significant injuries in a single-vehicle accident on Route 430 near Weaver Road on Sunday evening, November 17, 2024.Bemus Point, NY Deputies from the Chautauqua County Sheriff s Office responded to the scene around 6:31 p.m. Upon investigation, authorities determined the motorcyclist had been traveling westbound on Route 430 when he veered off the roadway, resulting in the crash. No other vehicles were involved.The injured man was transported via Medivac to UPMC Hamot in Erie, Pennsylvania, for treatment. The extent of his injuries has not been disclosed.The investigation into the cause of the accident remains ongoing.Share this:FacebookXNote: Thank you for visiting our website! We strive to keep you informed with the latest updates based o...
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Copperhead sports for the week of 11/18/2024, post season update
20Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
School

Copperhead sports for the week of 11/18/2024, post season update

Catawba Ridge s all team schedule for theweek of 11/18 is here. The Copperhead varsity football team faces TL Hanna this Friday in second round play of Class 5A-D2 teams. Catawba Ridge defeated Woodmont 38-35 to move on to the second round of playoffs. Post Views: 0 Note: Thank you for visiting our website! We strive to keep you informed with the latest updates based on expected timelines, although please note that we are not affiliated with any official bodies. Our team is committed to ensuring accuracy and transparency in our reporting, verifying all information before publication. We aim to bring you reliable news, and if you have any questions or concerns about our content, feel free to reach out to us via email. We appreciate your trust and support!
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Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-77 in Fort Mill Causes Major Delays
20Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
News

Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-77 in Fort Mill Causes Major Delays

FORT MILL, S.C.A multi-vehicle collision, including several semi-trailers, disrupted traffic on northbound Interstate 77 near Sutton Road early Monday morning, causing significant delays for commuters heading toward south Charlotte. The crash occurred shortly after 6 a.m., involving six vehicles, including multiple 18-wheelers. The York County Sheriff s Office confirmed that several individuals were injured, though the extent of their injuries has not been disclosed. Traffic backups stretched for miles as emergency crews worked to clear the scene, leading to substantial delays for morning commuters. Motorists were advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes. Post Views: 0 Note: Thank you for visiting our website! We strive to keep you informed with the latest updates based on e...
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Trump picks Brendan Carr to lead the Federal Communications Commission
18Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
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Trump picks Brendan Carr to lead the Federal Communications Commission

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump announced Sunday that he has selected Brendan Carr to be chairman of the Federal Communications Commission. Carr is the top Republican commissioner on the FCC, the government agency tasked with regulating radio, television and cable communications. "Commissioner Carr is a warrior for Free Speech, and has fought against the regulatory Lawfare that has stifled Americans’ Freedoms, and held back our Economy," Trump said in a statement. "He will end the regulatory onslaught that has been crippling America’s Job Creators and Innovators, and ensure that the FCC delivers for rural America." Carr thanked Trump in a post to X . "Thank you, President Trump! I am humbled and honored to serve as Chairman of the FCC. Now we get to work...
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