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Buffalo Man Sentenced to One Year for Assaulting Probation Officer

18Dec

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Assault

Buffalo Man Sentenced to One Year for Assaulting Probation Officer

(WNY News Now) Buffalo resident Justin L. Davis, 24, was given the maximum penalty for assaulting a probation officer while in the Erie County Probation Department's custody. Justin L. Davis, 24, of Buffalo, was sentenced this morning to the maximum penalty of one year in local jail by State Supreme Court Justice Debra Givens, according to Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane. The defendant was detained at the Erie County Probation Department office on Niagara Plaza in the City of Buffalo on Thursday, February 16, 2023, at around 11:45 a.m. A probation violation warrant had been issued for his arrest. While in a guarded hallway of the building, the defendant became hostile toward probation officers, and he persisted in fighting with them as he was led from the facility ont...

18Dec

By Grace ThompsonNo Comments

Chautauqua County

Tom Anderson, Lakewood YMCA Icon, to Join Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame in 2025

(WNY News Now) Tom Anderson, a former tennis player and inspirational leader, will be admitted into the Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame in 2025 after helping to shape the Lakewood YMCA for more than thirty years. In 2025, the person who has represented the Lakewood YMCA for over 30 years will be admitted into the Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame. Tom Anderson was an exceptional tennis player at Southwestern Central and SUNY Brockport before to starting his lengthy professional relationship with the Y. Tom played for the renowned Trojans tennis coach Anne Tenney Smith after graduating from SWCS in 1976. For three years, he was her top singles player. He started at Brockport for four years, finished second in the SUNY championship tournament, and was ranked as the top singles player in his seni...

Nima Momeni found guilty of murder in killing of Cash App founder Bob Lee

17Dec

By Grace ThompsonNo Comments

News

Nima Momeni found guilty of murder in killing of Cash App founder Bob Lee

On Tuesday, a San Francisco jury found IT consultant Nima Momeni guilty of the 2023 stabbing death of tech executive Bob Lee, which sparked worries about the city's high rate of street crime but was actually the result of a personal argument. Momeni was convicted of murder in the second degree. Deliberations began on December 4 and a verdict was reached on Monday, but it was read out on Tuesday. Early on April 4, 2023, Lee, 43, the creator of the well-known money transfer app Cash App, was discovered stabbed close to downtown San Francisco. After being taken to a hospital, he passed away from his wounds. A dispatcher reported to the police that a man was screaming, yelling for aid, and saying, "Someone stabbed me," according to recordings. When Elon Musk of SpaceX wrote on social media fol...

Evans Hit-and-Run Driver Strikes 89-Year-Old Man at Mailbox, Flees Scene

17Dec

By Grace ThompsonNo Comments

Crime

Evans Hit-and-Run Driver Strikes 89-Year-Old Man at Mailbox, Flees Scene

(WNY News Now) Police are looking for the public's assistance in identifying the driver who fled the scene of a hit-and-run incident on Derby Road Monday night that wounded an 89-year-old man. An 89-year-old man was injured while standing at his mailbox on Monday, December 16, and Evans police are looking into the hit-and-run incident. The elderly guy suffered injuries to his arms, legs, and back in the collision that happened in front of 7380 Derby Road at around 5:35 p.m. He was sent to Erie County Medical Center for treatment right away by ambulance. The incident's vehicle, which was of an unidentified make and model, was last saw traveling west on Derby Road in the direction of Sturgeon Point Road. Police are asking anyone with information to come forward as they attempt to piece tog...

17Dec

By Grace ThompsonNo Comments

News

23+ Lego gifts for builders of all ages

A long time ago, I was employed as a retail employee in a sizable physical Lego store. Many of the numerous consumers that entered were searching for Lego presents to give to their loved ones. Regardless of who entered the store, we were able to locate a Lego kit that would suit their desires as a gift. This is due to Lego's extensive selection, which includes freeform brick sets, Disney Princess playboxes, copies of famous buildings, and much more. I've produced numerous gift guides for NBC Select since my time at the Lego shop ended years ago, and I've used both of those experiences to locate Lego gifts for a wide range of people of all ages. However, if delivery dates haven't already gone, be mindful that they are drawing near. See our guide to the finest last-minute gifts if you need a...

17Dec

By Grace ThompsonNo Comments

News

The best way to clean your Uggs

We don't always know the answers, but we have some folks on speed dial who do, so we're presenting to you our series FYI, in which experts discuss things like whether lip balm is terrible and how often to wash your hair. What's there not to adore about Ugg boots? They keep your feet toasty and comfortable throughout the chilly winter months and go well with a variety of clothes. They also fit those with wide or narrow feet and are incredibly comfy. The sole drawback of these boots? They are prone to get soiled, particularly if you wear them in sludge. Additionally, you cannot simply throw Uggs in the washing machine because they are made of suede. To put it another way, you must be cautious when cleaning them to avoid damaging them. To make sure you clean your Uggs as thoroughly as possibl...

Sales Tax Surge: New York Collections Rise 3% in November

17Dec

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Comptroller

Sales Tax Surge: New York Collections Rise 3% in November

(WNY News Now) In November 2024, local sales tax collections in New York State increased by 3%, or $53 million, over the same time the previous year. The boost was primarily driven by New York City. New York According to figures released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, local sales tax collections in New York state rose by 3% in November as compared to the same month in 2023. New York City accounted for 61.5% of the rise in local collections, which came to $1.86 billion for the month, up $53 million from the previous year. According to DiNapoli, local sales tax rise in November was somewhat higher than the 1.9% increase thus far this year. The majority of the statewide rise can be attributed to New York City's collections, which continue to propel expansion. However, whe...

Suspect in Gilgo Beach serial killings, Rex Heuermann, is accused of another murder

17Dec

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News

Suspect in Gilgo Beach serial killings, Rex Heuermann, is accused of another murder

The accused Gilgo Beach serial murderer was charged with murder again on Tuesday, increasing the total number of alleged victims to seven, all of whom were women who were killed close to New York City. According to court documents, a hair belonging to suspect Rex Heuermann's wife or daughter was discovered close to victim Valerie Mack's left wrist. Mack is 24 years old. Heuermann's estranged wife is not regarded as a suspect in any of these killings, and their daughter would have been four years old when Mack was killed. Prior to the discovery of her skeletal remains in November 2000, Mack was employed as an escort. According to authorities, Mack's killer sliced off her right leg, which bore a tattoo of her son's name. Prosecutors claim that notes discovered on the suspect's computer, refe...

Support Chautauqua County 4-H at the 11th Annual Green Tie Affair Fundraiser!

17Dec

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Chautauqua County

Support Chautauqua County 4-H at the 11th Annual Green Tie Affair Fundraiser!

(WNY News Now) Put February 23, 2025, on your calendars and come celebrate with us at the 11th Annual Green Tie Affair, which will help Chautauqua County 4-H. Chautauqua County 4-H is thrilled to announce the date of the 11th Annual Green Tie Affair Fundraiser in Jamestown, New York! The Chautauqua Harbor Hotel will host the event on Sunday, February 23, 2025. Last year, this location was brand-new to us, and it hosted us brilliantly. We're excited for another year at this fantastic location! There will be a bake sale and basket raffle to kick off the celebrations at 3:00 pm. The renowned pie auction will take place after dinner, which is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. The pies will be on exhibit at the event, and the pie list will be released before the event. This year, a gluten-free blue...

Walmart employees are now wearing body cameras in some U.S. stores

17Dec

By Grace ThompsonNo Comments

News

Walmart employees are now wearing body cameras in some U.S. stores

According to CNBC, Walmart has begun providing store-level employees with body cameras to wear as part of a test program at select U.S. sites. Although the number of Walmart stores with the recording devices is unknown, witnesses and online images show that some of the stores now have signs at the front alerting customers that body-worn cameras are being used. Earlier this month, a customer shared a picture of an associate verifying receipts wearing a yellow-and-black body camera with CNBC from at least one store in Denton, Texas, which is about 40 miles north of Dallas. "We are constantly looking at new and innovative technology used across the retail industry," a Walmart representative told CNBC, adding that the company does not discuss the specifics of its security measures. Before mak...