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4Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Election 2024

Election Protection Hotline Ready to Assist New Yorkers on Election Day, Ensuring Every Vote Counts

(WNY News Now) – With Election Day approaching, New York Attorney General Letitia James has announced a dedicated hotline to support voters, safeguarding the democratic process for every New Yorker.NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today reminded New Yorkers that the Office of the Attorney General’s (OAG) Election Protection Hotline is available for the November 5, 2024 general election. Hotline staffers can help voters troubleshoot and resolve a range of issues they may encounter when they go to cast their ballot. Last week, Attorney General James issued guidance for voters ahead of the election, and a guide addressing frequently asked questions is also available to assist voters.“All New Yorkers have the right to feel safe when casting their votes,” said Attorney General...
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4Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Arrests

Fredonia Woman Faces Multiple Charges After DWI Arrest in Arkwright

(WNY News Now) – A late-night traffic stop in Arkwright resulted in a DWI arrest after deputies responded to reports of erratic driving.Arkwright, N.Y. – On November 3, 2024, at approximately 1:16 a.m., Chautauqua County Sheriff’s deputies responded to reports of a vehicle driving erratically in the Town of Arkwright. Patrol officers soon located the vehicle and observed a traffic violation, prompting a stop.The driver, identified as 26-year-old Reanna L. Tarnowski of Fredonia, NY, exhibited signs of intoxication. Following a brief investigation, deputies arrested Tarnowski for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). Additionally, officers discovered an open container of alcohol in the vehicle, which was seized as evidence.Tarnowski faces several charges, including Failure to Keep Right, DWI, DWI...
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4Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Election 2024

Attorney General Urges Caution on Election Info from AI Chatbots

(WNY News Now) – New York Attorney General Letitia James has issued a warning to voters against relying on AI chatbots for election information, urging them to seek guidance from official sources to avoid misinformation.NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James issued a consumer alert over the weekend reminding voters that they should not rely on answers provided by artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots for accurate information about where, when, or how to vote. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) tested multiple AI-powered chatbots by posing sample questions about voting and found that they frequently provided inaccurate information in response. New Yorkers who rely on chatbots, rather than official government sources, to answer their questions about voting, risk being misin...
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Accidental Fire Linked to Riding Lawnmower at Sheridan Residence
4Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Chautauqua County

Accidental Fire Linked to Riding Lawnmower at Sheridan Residence

(WNY News Now) – Firefighters from multiple departments quickly extinguished a structure fire on Newell Road, ultimately determining the cause was an accidental ignition from a riding lawnmower.Sheridan, N.Y. – On November 2, 2024, at approximately 2:58 PM, multiple fire departments responded to a reported structure fire at 10539 Newell Road in Sheridan, New York. Emergency responders arrived promptly and initiated firefighting efforts to control the blaze, which threatened the residential property.By 3:30 PM, the Chautauqua County Fire Investigation Team was summoned to the scene to conduct a detailed cause and origin investigation. Their examination revealed that the fire was accidental, stemming from a riding lawnmower located in an attached carport adjacent to the garage and main house...
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Repeat Offender Arrested for DWI Following Wild Police Chase
4Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Arrests

Repeat Offender Arrested for DWI Following Wild Police Chase

(WNY News Now) – Jamestown, NY – In a dramatic series of events on November 2, 2024, a 55-year-old Lakewood man was arrested after leading police on a chaotic chase that began with reckless driving and ended with multiple traffic violations.At approximately 6:56 PM, officers from the Jamestown Police Department’s 2nd platoon noticed a pickup truck speeding along East 5th Street near Fulton Street. The truck left the roadway, traveling on the sidewalk and curb before officers initiated a traffic stop. Instead of complying, the driver, later identified as David A. Bemis, continued westbound, running a red light at the intersection of East 5th Street and Prendergast Avenue.Bemis’s erratic behavior escalated as he drove the wrong way on a one-way street. He left the road again at the corner of...
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Orchard Park Man Arrested for Drug Possession Following Traffic Stop
4Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Arrests

Orchard Park Man Arrested for Drug Possession Following Traffic Stop

(WNY News Now) – A routine traffic stop led to the arrest of a local man for multiple drug charges.Jamestown, N.Y. – On November 1, 2024, at approximately 9:30 PM, officers from the Jamestown Police Department conducted a traffic stop on West 7th Street near Washington Street. The driver, 30-year-old Mark F. Shanks, a resident of Orchard Park, was the sole occupant of the vehicle.During the stop, officers observed a quantity of loose cocaine inside the vehicle. Following this discovery, they proceeded with a more thorough search of the car, which revealed an additional amount of suspected cocaine alongside 500 grams of concentrated cannabis.Shanks was taken into custody and transported to the Jamestown City Jail for processing. A comprehensive search upon his arrival uncovered more cocaine...
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Tragic Morning Collision Claims Life in Syracuse
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Car Crash

Tragic Morning Collision Claims Life in Syracuse

(WNY News Now) – On Saturday, November 2, 2024, at approximately 6:57 a.m., Syracuse Police responded to a serious motor vehicle accident in the 100 block of Shotwell Park. Upon arrival, officers found an SUV that had collided with a tree and was fully engulfed in flames.Tragically, the driver, the sole occupant of the vehicle, was pronounced dead at the scene. The identity of the driver has not yet been released pending notification of family members.Members of the Syracuse Police Traffic Section have launched an investigation into the incident, focusing on the events leading up to the collision. As details are still emerging, police are urging anyone with information to come forward.Share this:FacebookXNote: Thank you for visiting our website! We strive to keep you informed with the late...
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Syracuse Man Hospitalized in Fage Avenue Stabbing; Police Seek Public’s Help
4Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Crime

Syracuse Man Hospitalized in Fage Avenue Stabbing; Police Seek Public’s Help

(WNY News Now) – A Syracuse man is in stable condition after a violent stabbing on Halloween afternoon in a residential area near West Colvin Street, prompting an active investigation by local authorities.Syracuse, N.Y. – On Thursday, October 31, at approximately 3:14 p.m., Syracuse Police responded to reports of a stabbing on the 400 block of West Colvin Street. Upon arrival, officers found a 48-year-old man with multiple stab wounds to his chest and cuts to his face and neck. The victim was quickly transported to Upstate University Hospital, where he remains in stable condition.Investigators later determined that the attack occurred on the 100 block of Fage Avenue, a nearby residential street. Although the motive and circumstances remain unclear, Syracuse Police are working to piece toge...
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Buffalo Man Arrested After Allegedly Stealing, Selling Vehicles for Dismantling
4Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Arrests

Buffalo Man Arrested After Allegedly Stealing, Selling Vehicles for Dismantling

(WNY News Now) – Buffalo Police announced the arrest of a local man suspected of orchestrating the theft of three vehicles from a private garage, later selling them to a dismantling company under false pretenses.Buffalo, N.Y. – On October 28, 2024, the Buffalo Police Department reported the arrest of Phillip Jackson, 61, of Buffalo, following an investigation into a series of vehicle thefts from a garage on East Delevan Avenue. The investigation began on October 26, when E District officers responded to a burglary report involving three stolen vehicles.The thefts, which allegedly took place on separate dates, involved high-value vehicles: a Mercedes CLS 500 on October 14, a Buick Regal on October 16, and a Chevrolet SSR on October 17. According to police, Jackson towed each vehicle from th...
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Three Arrested in Buffalo After High-Speed Pursuit of Stolen Vehicle
4Nov By Grace ThompsonNo Comments
Arrests

Three Arrested in Buffalo After High-Speed Pursuit of Stolen Vehicle

(WNY News Now) – Buffalo Police, with the assistance of the New York State Police Aviation Unit, tracked and arrested three individuals after a stolen vehicle was driven against traffic on the Kensington Expressway Wednesday night.BUFFALO, NY – In a collaborative effort involving Buffalo Police and the New York State Police (NYSP) Aviation Unit, three arrests were made on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, following a pursuit of a stolen vehicle through city streets and highways. Around 9:30 p.m., officers were alerted by a citizen on Fillmore Avenue who reported their vehicle had been stolen.Within moments, officers located the vehicle near Starin and Depew avenues. NYSP’s Aviation Unit provided aerial surveillance, observing the vehicle as it drove against traffic on the Kensington Expressway,...
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