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17Nov

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Arrests

Speeding Leads to DWI Arrest in Sheridan

(WNY News Now) – Sheridan, NY – A routine traffic stop in the early hours of November 17, 2024, resulted in the arrest of a Ripley man for driving while intoxicated (DWI).Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Deputies observed a vehicle speeding on Route 20 near King Road in Sheridan at approximately 1:20 a.m. The driver, identified as 23-year-old Dustin L. Strain of Ripley, NY, was found to be operating the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.Following further investigation at the scene, Strain was taken into custody and charged with DWI Per Se, DWI Common Law, and speeding in a zone. He was transported to the Sheriff’s Office substation in Hanover, where he was processed and released with a court appearance scheduled in Sheridan Town Court.Share this:FacebookXNote: Thank you for visiting ...

Mr. Penny Pincher: The Cost of Convenience

17Nov

By Grace ThompsonNo Comments

News

Mr. Penny Pincher: The Cost of Convenience

Americans are addicted to convenience. We routinely purchase items for double and oftentimes triple the price of what we’d pay for the same thing at home. Nowhere is this more evident than the amount spent on food. Rather than make a coffee at home for a fraction of the price, we gladly hand over $5-6 for the privilege of purchasing one at Starbucks. Instead of making spaghetti, a dinner that costs around $10 to feed a family of four, we’ll drive to our favorite Italian restaurant and spend five times the amount so we don’t have to cook. I get it. It’s difficult to plan your life out on a daily basis. The stresses of work, family and life in general can take over. It’s convenient to have someone else do the cooking, purchasing and cleanup. Eating out allows us to relax and be served what...

Chaos at Jamestown Residence Leads to Arrests and Child Welfare Investigation

17Nov

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Arrests

Chaos at Jamestown Residence Leads to Arrests and Child Welfare Investigation

(WNY News Now) – Two individuals were arrested on a combined 10 counts of child endangerent after police responded to a drunken domestic dispute.Jamestown, N.Y. – Officers from the Jamestown Police Department responded to a 911 call on November 15, 2024, at approximately 4:17 p.m., reporting a domestic altercation at a west side residence. A young child had called, citing a fight inside the home.Upon arrival, officers encountered Nekyle R. Taylor, 31, on the front porch, locked out of the residence by Chelsey L. Durnell, 30. Inside, two visibly distressed children, ages 4 and 7, were present. Investigators determined that both adults, heavily intoxicated, had engaged in a physical altercation in front of the children.As officers attempted to arrest Durnell, she resisted, leading to a strug...

Jamestown Police Seek Public Help in Locating Homicide Person of Interest

16Nov

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Breaking News

Jamestown Police Seek Public Help in Locating Homicide Person of Interest

(WNY News Now) – JAMESTOWN, NY – Authorities are asking for public assistance in locating Jermaine Holloman, a person of interest in the August 16, 2024, homicide of Corey Johnson near 309 N. Main Street.The Jamestown Police Department has released a wanted poster for Holloman, who is also subject to an active warrant from the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office for an unrelated incident.The homicide occurred near the Wine Cellar, located at 309 N. Main St. in Jamestown, NY. Corey Johnson, the victim, succumbed to gunshot injuries.Holloman should be considered armed and dangerous. Authorities caution individuals not to approach Holloman directly.Anyone with relevant information is urged to call the Jamestown Police Department at 716-483-7536 or dial 9-1-1 to report tips to their local law e...

DiNapoli Report: New York Farms Thrive Amid Challenges, Demand State Action

16Nov

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Agriculture

DiNapoli Report: New York Farms Thrive Amid Challenges, Demand State Action

(WNY News Now) – New York’s farms fuel the economy and food supply but face growing threats that demand urgent policy attention, according to a new report by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.The critical role farms play in New York cannot be overstated, both as an economic engine for their communities and an essential part of our food supply system. They employ thousands of people and contributed $2.7 billion to the state’s gross domestic product in 2022. Access to fresh, healthy food also adds to the quality of life in the state, but this local food supply was put to the test during the pandemic, and there are ongoing threats to this industry as outlined in a new report released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.“New York’s diverse farms are an essential part of t...

16Nov

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Government

Governor Hochul Secures Landmark Labor Agreements with New York State Troopers Units

(WNY News Now) – Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the ratification of three-year labor agreements with the Police Benevolent Association (PBA) of New York State Troopers, representing approximately 4,000 state law enforcement officers. The agreements include yearly salary increases, enhanced location pay, up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, and revised health benefits.Albany, N.Y. – Governor Kathy Hochul announced the ratification of three-year labor contract agreements with two units represented by the Police Benevolent Association of the New York State Troopers, Inc. serving members of the New York State Police. The Troopers Unit includes more than 3,100 Troopers in the Division of State Police who are responsible for road patrol and law enforcement in rural areas, and for op...

Audit Reveals $14.5 Billion in Medicaid Home Care Payments Lacked Verification

16Nov

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Audit

Audit Reveals $14.5 Billion in Medicaid Home Care Payments Lacked Verification

(WNY News Now) – A state audit has uncovered significant lapses in oversight, revealing that billions of Medicaid dollars were paid for home care services without the required electronic visit verification.New York – Billions of dollars have been spent on Medicaid home care services for New Yorkers without the required verification that the services took place, according to a new audit from State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.“Medicaid’s home care services are vital and allow many New Yorkers to remain in their homes and communities,” DiNapoli said. “We need to know that Medicaid recipients and New York state are getting the services that were paid for. This audit found a disturbing lack of oversight and failure to comply with the required service verifications. The state Department of He...

Angola Man Arrested for Stolen Property, Fentanyl Possession Following Bench Warrant

16Nov

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Arrests

Angola Man Arrested for Stolen Property, Fentanyl Possession Following Bench Warrant

(WNY News Now) – A 30-year-old Angola man was arrested in connection with a stolen property charge and fentanyl possession after deputies discovered drug paraphernalia during his arrest.On November 9, 2024, deputies from the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office apprehended Shawn S. Esis, a 30-year-old resident of Angola, New York, in connection with an outstanding bench warrant for criminal possession of stolen property. The arrest took place at approximately 2:03 PM after Esis was located and taken into custody.During a search incident to the arrest, deputies uncovered an electronic scale typically used for measuring narcotic substances, along with a quantity of fentanyl. As a result, Esis faces additional charges for the possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia.Esis was...

Yorkshire Man Arrested for Larceny After Stealing Household Items from Vacant Mobile Home

16Nov

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Arrests

Yorkshire Man Arrested for Larceny After Stealing Household Items from Vacant Mobile Home

(WNY News Now) – A 33-year-old Yorkshire man was arrested for larceny after deputies discovered him with stolen goods from a vacant mobile home at the Twin Lakes Mobile Home Park on November 12, 2024.On November 12, 2024, at approximately 12:10 PM, deputies with the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Department responded to a call regarding a suspicious individual at the Twin Lakes Mobile Home Park, located at 105 Pioneer Lane in Yorkshire, NY. Upon arrival, officers identified Travis J. Neamon, 33, of 101 Pioneer Lane, Yorkshire, who was found in possession of several household items.Through the course of the investigation, it was determined that Neamon had entered an unoccupied mobile home and unlawfully took the items. As a result, Neamon was charged with Criminal Trespass in the second degree...

15Nov

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Cattaraugus County

Emergency Water Main Repair Closes Irving Street, Disrupts Water Service in Olean

(WNY News Now) – The City of Olean’s Public Works Department has announced an emergency water main repair that will disrupt water service and close a section of Irving Street temporarily.The City of Olean Department of Public Works Water Distribution Division is undertaking an emergency water main repair that will affect Irving Street between its intersection with South Union Street and the intersection with North Second Street.Effective immediately the water to Irving Street between South Union Street and South Second Street will be off. Irving Street from South Union Street to South Second Street will be closed while work is being performed.Motorists are encouraged to take alternate routes where available. Water will be off approximately 2-3 hours beginning immediately.Please call (716) ...