Members of the Common Council addressed the dispute between the BMHA and residents at the Marine Drive Apartments on Tuesday.
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Council wants to talk with BMHA officials
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
Antoine Thompson eyeing a comeback?
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
YNN has obtained a fax from the former State Senator that was sent to supporters and businesses throughout Western New York. In the message, Thompson said he has been encouraged to return to elected office, and is asking for campaign funds as he explor…
Buffalo Common Council bans hydrofracking
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
Hydrofracking is an issue being debated across the country. Supporters say it could eliminate our dependence on foreign oil. Others say hydrofracking can contaminate ground water and air quality. YNN’s Doug Sampson tells us about the stand the Buffal…
Wendy’s teams up with local school for fundraiser
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
A Wendy’s restaurant in Niagara Falls teamed up with a local school Tuesday for a Community Night Fundraiser.
Lecture series features historical society leader
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
The Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society’s new executive director was a featured speaker during the "Imagining Buffalo Niagara in the 21st Century" lecture series Tuesday.
Buffalo teen in court following altercation
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
The daughter of a Buffalo family who was featured on ABC’s Extreme Makeover Home Edition was in court Tuesday.
Two Thoughts Before Hockey
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
by Ryan I watched the Super Bowl at my house and to prove the lead-out thing actually works, I ended up watching Glee for the first time in my life. The entire thing played out like an episode of Mystery Science Theatre 3000, and I think this accurately addresses the utter confusion I felt the [...]
Arbitrator Rules Corrections Officer be Reinstated
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
The Erie County Sheriff’s office said an arbitrator ruled that an Erie County corrections officer, fired after the April 2006 escape of Ralph “Bucky” Phillips be reinstated.
Sister of Aasiya says Muzzammil Hassan “got his due”
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
The sister of Aasiya Zubair Hassan tells YNN that Muzzammil Hassan “got his due” when a jury found him guilty of murder on Monday.
Summer Looks Bright for Harbor Corp
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
Lighter, quicker and cheaper. That’s the Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporations motto for its summer 2011 projects. YNN’s Anne Lithiluxa was at Tuesday’s board meeting and reports on how the corporation plans to bring new business and activities to…
Dozens of citizens seek say in legislature redistricting
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
The legislature clerk has received letters of interest from over 70 people that are interested in serving on a reapportionment advisory committee.
Falls fire chief fired
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
Officials in the City of Niagara Falls are looking into questionable and possibly racist comments made by the city’s fire chief — that led to his termination Monday evening. YNN’s Meg Rossman tells us about the investigation and how officials will …
Putting respect back into politics
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
The National Federation for Just Communities of WNY hosted Erie County Republican chairman Nick Langworthy and Democratic county chairman Len Lenihan.
Second ‘zip-tie’ bandit sentenced
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
20-year old Joshua Green of Buffalo was sentenced to three-and-a-half years in prison for being the getaway driver for multiple robberies last year.
College Corner: Griffs Finally Learning Without Turner
on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
Perhaps the Canisius seniors feel their career’s slowly coming to an end. Or maybe, they’re just finally learning to play without Frank Turner.
Whatever it is, the Golden Griffins (12-11, 6-7 MAAC) are winners of four of their last five and playi…