Thousands of runners enjoy nice weather during Buffalo marathon, Amherst teacher places first for women's race - Buffalo news - NewsLocker (2024)

BUFFALO N.Y. (WIVB) - It was a picture perfect weather day as more than 7,000 runners laced up their sneakers and hit the pavement for this year's Buffalo Marathon.
Finishing a marathon in two hours and 51 minutes is a personal record for Amherst High School coach Jenny Keenan. Her personal best also was enough to become this year's first female finisher.
"Pretty fantastic! It was a great course. Lots of people cheering on you motivating you to keep going," Keenan said in an interview shortly af

Clarence Memorial Day parade cancelled

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Clarence officials have announced that the Memorial Day parade has been cancelled.
They say that possible rain with lightning is the cause of the cancellation.There will be a ceremony at 11 a.m. in the Town Park Club House.

Niagara Falls man accused of DWI with one-year-old, eight-month-old infant in vehicle

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Niagara Falls man was arrested for allegedly driving while impaired by drugs with a one-year-old and an eight-month-old infant in the vehicle on Sunday, the Niagara County Sheriff's Office said.According to officials, at 4 p.m., 20-year-old Mekhi Miller allegedly made multiple abrupt lane changes and failed to signal. During a traffic stop, the deputy observed signs of drug impairment from Miller.Both the one-year-old and eight-month-old were allegedly in improper child

Jamestown man accused of violating court order, striking police officer

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A 39-year-old Jamestown man allegedly violated a court order of protection by threatening to kill an unnamed victim on Sunday, the Jamestown Police Department said.At 12:59 p.m., officers responded to an east side residence for an unwanted male complaint. Officials said Brandon Jimerson smashed out the victim's window to his residence.Before officers arrived, Jimerson allegedly fled the scene but was located shortly after. When officers attempted to take him into custody,

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East Delavan Avenue fire causes estimated $150K in damage

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A fire occurred just after 2:30 a.m. on Sunday at 1486 East Delavan Avenue, Buffalo city officials said.The Buffalo Fire Department said the fire started on the first floor of a vacant residential structure. The damage is estimated at $150,000, fire officials said.The cause of the fire is under investigation. No injures were reported.This is a developing story, check back for updates.Latest Local NewsEast Delavan Avenue fire causes estimated $150K in damage42-year-old d

42-year-old dies in shooting early Sunday morning

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A 42-year-old man died following a shooting early Sunday morning, Buffalo police said.Police said a man arrived in a civilian vehicle just after 2:30 a.m. Sunday with multiple gunshot wounds. The man, from Buffalo, was later pronounced dead at the hospital.Police are investigating if the shooting occurred near the 3200 block of Main Street. Anyone with information is asked to call the confidential TIPCALL line at 716-847-2255.Latest Local News42-year-old dies in sho

Cheektowaga officer struck by stolen vehicle during 2023 pursuit sues Depew Police Department

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Cheektowaga police officer who was critically injured when he was hit by a stolen vehicle during a pursuit last year has sued the Depew Police Department, claiming that the department violated policies during the chase.Troy Blackchief, a 17-year veteran of the Cheektowaga Police Department, was hit by the vehicle during the chase on the morning of Feb. 6, 2023, while he was attempting to deploy spike strips on Union Road at Route 33.The suit, which was filed in E

2-time Olympian, WNY native Anita Alvarez returns home with Team USA Artistic Swimming before 2024 Games

TOWN OF TONAWANDA, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Western New York native will be making a splash at this year's Summer Olympics in Paris.In a few months, Anita Alvarez, a two-time Olympian and member of Team USA Artistic Swimming, will bring all that local support with her as she competes in Paris.
On Saturday, she headed back to where it all started: the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic and Fitness Center, where she was once a lifeguard."Feel super excited," Alvarez said. "Every day is really hard so it's moments

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Buffalo State University's Class of 2020 walks the stage

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Buffalo State University’s Class of 2020 finally walked across the university’s stage to accept their diplomas on Saturday.The students didn't have the opportunity to in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Buffalo State Alumni Engagement told News 4 they planned the event after asking alums if they would like to return for a ceremony.One of the 2020 graduates said it was amazing to be able to celebrate the accomplishment with his family.“Unfortunately, du

Fredonia's flag football team missed prom, invited to Grand Island's

FREDONIA, N.Y. (WIVB) — Several seniors at Fredonia High School missed their prom last weekend as their girls' flag football team competed in the playoffs.Choosing between attending the senior prom and competing in a division championship is a difficult decision for anyone, yet it was one that all ten seniors on the team made without hesitation.“It was just unfortunate for all the seniors who could not go to their senior prom, which is a big event in high school. So, it was just kind

City orders Hertel Avenue business to cease all operations

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The City of Buffalo is shutting down what officials say is an “illegal speakeasy” in North Buffalo.The business, located at 1783 Hertel Avenue, was issued a cease all operations notification from the Department of Permit and Inspection Services today.According to a city spokesperson, the business was operating without a license. Just after 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, officials say a large crowd was gathered outside the building.Buffalo Police issued the

Niagara baseball downs Fairfield to claim first MAAC title in program history

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Niagara University baseball team's winningest season in program history culminated in more history and some hardware on Saturday.The Purple Eagles defeated top-seeded Fairfield 10-6 in Game One of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Championship Series in Pomona, New York to claim the program's first-ever conference title and clinch their first berth in the NCAA Tournament.Niagara (38-15) finished the MAAC tournament a perfect 3-0 and needed to win just one game of

Good Samaritan rescues 2 after jet ski overturns in Niagara River

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Good Samaritan rescued two individuals after a jet ski the pair were riding overturned Friday in the Niagara River near Tonawanda Island, the Erie County Sheriff's Office announced.Deputies said they responded to the area around 6:30 p.m. after receiving a report about two people in the water. Minutes after the 911 call, a 53-year-old Grand Island man was able to help the individuals safely into his boat before they were turned over to the Coast Guard.The Sheriff's Offi

Shy and sweet Lenny is looking for his forever home

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- On this Saturday's Wake Up Wags, we met Lenny, a shy and sweet pup looking for his forever home.Lenny is a chihuahua mix from Texas and is just under a year old. He should be able to fit in most any home, but one without a lot of action going on may be better.To learn more about Lenny and how to do adopt him, click here or watch the video above.Latest Local NewsBuffalo resident one of the country’s first commissioned as a service member living with HIVOne in criti

Buffalo resident one of the country’s first commissioned as a service member living with HIV

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo resident and 2014 U.S. Naval Academy graduate Kevin Deese was commissioned an ensign in the U.S. navy reserve during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Buffalo Naval Park Friday. While this is a big achievement for Deese, it is also a big moment in the U.S., as he is one of the country's first service members living with HIV to be commissioned.Kevin Deese will now serve as a supply corps officer, drilling out of the Navy reserve center in Buffalo.To get to this p

One in critical condition after three people shot in Niagara Falls

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- One person is undergoing surgery at ECMC after sustaining life-threatening injuries in a shooting that took place just after 1:30 p.m. Friday on LaSalle Avenue in Niagara Falls.
According to the mayor's office, two other people were shot and taken to ECMC as well, with non-life-threatening injuries.The victim's names are not being released at this time, as the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call the NFPD criminal investigation line at (716)

Local comedian wraps on documentary "Open Mic'er"

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Jason Pomietlasz has been doing stand-up comedy for over seven years. Since 2019, he has been taking a deeper look into the Buffalo comedy scene he loves, as part of his upcoming documentary, "Open Mic'er.""When I tell people that I do comedy, they're always enthusiastic," Pomietlasz said. "And obviously, it is fun, but there are a lot of things that people don't see on TV [comedy specials] -- unglamorous stuff like trying to write jokes and going to open mics every night

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Governor Kathy Hochul was in town Friday to speak with local high school students about the effect social media has on mental health."One student told me - not here, but at another school - you've got to save us from ourselves, because we don't know how to turn this off," Hochul said.The governor has been holding round table discussions across New York State. Friday, she sat down with a group of students from Williamsville East High school as Hochul touts two pieces of le

Goldfish Swim School shares tips for National Water Safety Awareness Month

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- With the nicer weather lately, we know some families out there may be enjoying it with a splash.But if you're not practicing proper safety protocols with your children when near water, it can lead to a tragedy.
"Three children drown each day in the U.S." said Nick Patterson, general manager of Goldfish Swim School. "That is why we do water safety presentations with different preschools. We like to teach the importance of water safety to children who might not even be in s

Police find two dead in Depew home

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Police on Friday reported to a home on Regal Street in Depew to check in on a property with high grass.Upon searching the house, they found two dead bodies inside.Further information has not yet been provided. This story will be updated as info becomes available.

NYS lawmakers seek expanded ban on polystyrene foam containers

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- New York State lawmakers are looking to ban foam containers, which many people might use to keep things cool this Memorial Day weekend.This proposed law (A04943/S4414A) has been approved overwhelmingly by lawmakers in both the Assembly and the Senate. All it needs is for Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign off on the bill for it to become law.Local environmental groups say plastic is the number one pollutant they're seeing during clean sweeps, but that foam is also a big contributo

Police investigating after teen shot in Buffalo's Hamlin Park neighborhood

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Buffalo police are investigating after a teenager was shot Thursday night in the city's Hamlin Park neighborhood, officials announced.Police said at approximately 10 p.m., officers responded to a call in the vicinity of Brunswick Boulevard and Wohlers Avenue, where an 18-year-old male was struck by gunfire outside multiple times.
The teen was transported by ambulance to ECMC, underwent surgery and was listed in stable condition.
Anyone with any information is asked to cal

Hochul talks mental health with Williamsville students

WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Gov. Kathy Hochul spoke with students at Williamsville East High School on Friday.The Governor was in town to discuss social media, the COVID pandemic and the potentially harmful effects each have had or can have on mental health."We talked about how some of the students have the discipline to set social media aside during the school day," Hochul said. "Others, there's just a pull that's constantly there. And it's something that we've been talking about — this

Beaver Island Parkway bridge reopens ahead of holiday weekend

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Beaver Island Parkway bridge is reopening following an $8.3 million replacement project last year, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Friday.The bridge on Grand Island that stretches over I-190 was replaced to feature a new concrete riding surface, new guide rails, new line striping and wider travel lanes and emergency shoulders.
"The replacement of the Beaver Island Parkway Bridge is one of many infrastructure investments in Western New York to upgrade our transportation sy

What should I look for in a sunscreen brand?

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Before Memorial Day Weekend begins, Dr. Pamela Morris from ECMC joined us to talk about sunscreen.Protecting your skin from the sun, which has the potential to lead to cancer, is important. Dr. Morris recommends applying sunscreen every two hours and making sure that any skin that's exposed to the sun gets covered. When swimming, people should consider hourly application.But what kind of sunscreen? Dr. Morris recommends something with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at l

Why distance is important when breaking out your grill

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- For many people, Memorial Day Weekend means it's time to break out the grill, coinciding with the unofficial start of summer.Friday morning on Wake Up, Lt. Rayshad Russell from the Buffalo Fire Department joined us to talk about avoiding potential perils.Here are some tips for safe grilling:
Propane and charcoal grills should only be used outdoorsGrills should be placed well away from house and deck railingsKeep children and pets at least three feet away from the grilling

City of Buffalo to open splash pads Memorial Day weekend

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- As warm weather approaches, the City of Buffalo is opening up a summertime favorite for the season.All of the city's splash pads will open for the season starting Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and through the rest of the holiday weekend under the same hours, Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown announced."We are expecting a beautiful weekend, a warm weekend," Brown said during a Friday news conference. "So it comes right on time to be able to open our splash pads so children and f

NYSP seeking Alden man after alleged incident

ALDEN, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation is looking for help finding a 65-year-old Alden man.They said the search stems from an incident on Sandridge Road this past Sunday.Robert Reimer was described as 6'1", 250 pounds, and having blue eyes and gray hair. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call State Police at (585) 344-6200 and reference "NY2400245953."Latest Local NewsNYSP seeking Alden man after alleged incidentWWII soldier from B

WWII soldier from Buffalo, lost in 1944, is identified by family, returned home

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A local family who's been wondering for decades what happened to their loved one in World War II finally received closure Thursday.
Almost 80 years after he went missing, Bartholomew Loschiavo returned home to the Queen City.“Uncle Bart passed away and he brought the family together," great nephew Bart D’Angelo said. "That's what was going through my mind."“It was all love," great niece Anna Schwass said. "They just missed him, and they were just ho

Brush fires ignite along train tracks near Military Road, Sheridan Drive

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- More than a dozen brush fires ignited along the train tracks near Military Road and Sheridan Drive early Thursday evening.The fires spanned from the City of Buffalo through the Town of Tonawanda to the City of Tonawanda, Sheridan Park Fire Company’s Fire Chief Scott Plecha said.Plecha told News 4 they received several reports of the wheels of a passing train sparking and igniting dry bush along the tracks.“In my career, I haven't had that many amount of fires