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Buffalo Bills Clean House

Dan Fischer — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 16:35:00 GMT

Gailey, other coaches fired

Batavia Morning News

Dan Fischer — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 12:45:00 GMT

Local firemen attend Webster funerals...
Batavia man killed in weekend accident...
Brockport soldier laid to rest

Batavia Man Killed in Alexander Crash

Dan Fischer — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 03:29:00 GMT

Pick-up truck went out of control and struck a tractor trailer

WBTA Saturday News

Dan Fischer — Sat, 29 Dec 2012 18:25:00 GMT

Arrest made in Webster shooting,
neighbor charged with making false statement to get gun...
BPD investigates residential burglaries

Arrest Made in Connection to Webster Ambush

Sloane Martin — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 22:02:00 GMT

Dawn Nguyen, 24, of Rochester faces state and federal charges for allegedly purchasing the guns William Spengler used in the ambush that killed two firefighters on Christmas Eve.

Batavia Police Dept. Investigating More Reported Burglaries

Sloane Martin — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 19:20:00 GMT

In the southwest area of Batavia, BPD is investigating two sets of similar break-ins this month. They occurred in the same area, in daylight, and stole small electronics and valuables.

One More Energy-Efficient Step for NYS

Sloane Martin — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 19:15:00 GMT

Gov. Cuomo announced an executive order for state agencies to increase energy efficiency by 20 percent in seven years.

Silver Introduces Disclosure, Election Reform Bills

Sloane Martin — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 16:38:00 GMT

The state assembly speaker also wants New York to lead the nation in gun control legislation.

Amerks Game Tonight in Buffalo to Set Record

Sloane Martin — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 16:36:00 GMT

Hockey-starved Western New York is expected to turn out in record numbers for the Amerks' game tonight at First Niagara Center to set a franchise attendance record.

Amherst Man Sentenced in Ponzi Scheme

Sloane Martin — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 16:33:00 GMT

Ian Campbell Gent, 70, took money from over 90 investors, causing some to lose their entire life savings.

Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing More Than $200,000 in Sales Tax

Sloane Martin — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 16:30:00 GMT

A business owner in Chili withheld money that belongs to the state.

Batavia Morning News

Dan Fischer — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 12:16:00 GMT

Funerals this weekend for fallen Webster firemen,
Two women may face charges for supplying guns...
A Wyoming County native signs with the Bills

Nov. 2012 Unemployment Rates

Dan Fischer — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 11:08:00 GMT

Genesee County jobless rate inches up slightly

Autopsy Results Released in Webster Fire and Deadly Shooting

Sloane Martin — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 21:55:00 GMT

The results detail the deaths of the two firefighters as well as William Spengler.

Toscano has Stong Batavia Downs Record

Sloane Martin — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 19:57:00 GMT

The first female winner of harness racing's Trainer of the Year award, Linda Toscano, had three division winners this year, including a history-making run at Batavia Downs.

Genesee County Issues Snow Removal and Driving Guidelines

Sloane Martin — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 18:32:00 GMT

With underwhelming snowfall totals the last two seasons, Genesee County has some reminders about snow removal and winter driving.

Officer Involved in Webster Fire Trap: "I Don't Know Why I'm Still Here."

Sloane Martin — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 17:02:00 GMT

Meanwhile, ATF officials are investigating the background of the weapons William Spengler used in the attack.

Gun Buyback Program Likely Not an Option in NYS

Sloane Martin — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 16:58:00 GMT

With costs of $1 billion, it's unlikely the state will participate, even if the target is only military-style weapons.

New York Gun Group Plans to Voice Objections to Governor

Sloane Martin — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 16:51:00 GMT

As Gov. Cuomo seeks to enact tougher gun laws in the state, the Rifle and Pistol Association plans to bombard him with e-mails and phone calls demanding no changes.

Number of Bills Selected to Pro Bowl: Zero

Sloane Martin — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 16:46:00 GMT

For the third straight year, the only way a Bill can go to the NFL's All-Star game Jan. 27 in Hawaii is to be a replacement.

Worst of the Snowfall Has Passed

Sloane Martin — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 16:40:00 GMT

Spots in Genesee County reached upwards of 10 inches in the mostly-overnight snow.

Winter Storm & Morning News

Dan Fischer — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 12:21:00 GMT

Storms dumps 8 to 10 inches of snow,
local roads plowed, traffic is moving...
Airport delays and flight cancellations

Storm Expected to Hit Western New York

Sloane Martin — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 16:30:00 GMT

A Winter Storm Warning in in effect from 4 p.m. to tomorrow afternoon with up to 16 inches of snow expected.

Last Bills Game of the Season Blacked Out

Sloane Martin — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 16:24:00 GMT

Guaranteed a last-place division finish and at best an identical record to 2011, the Bills-Jets game Sunday will be blacked out on local TV.

Batavia Morning News

Dan Fischer — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 12:46:00 GMT

Winter Storm Warning posted...
Note left by Webster gunman,
remains found in gunman's home are likely his sister

Saturday Local News

Nick Sabato — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 12:16:00 GMT

Batavia Police is investigating three residential burglaries
NYS Politicians looking to limit gun violence
Bills, County and State reach new lease agreement

State Providing $500,000 to Alabama's STAMP Project

Sloane Martin — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 22:12:00 GMT

State Sen. Michael Ranzenhofer also announces over $117,000 in state money is going to Batavia-based New York Craft Malt.