$20M for new jail cut from proposed Erie County budget
The Erie County Legislature has made changes to Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz’s 2026 proposed budget. One item axed from…
Buffalo Skyway closed in due to extreme wind conditions
The Buffalo Skyway (Route 5) has been closed in both directions due to extreme wind conditions, according to the…
Erie County to appeal $80M court judgment
Attorneys for Erie County are planning to appeal an $80 million court judgment. Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz…
Erie Co. touts ‘significant’ 2025 road work investments
Erie County leaders are touting a successful end to their 2025 road work season. County Executive Mark Poloncarz…
SNAP benefits begin to arrive for Erie County households
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits funding by New York State are starting to come through in Erie County.…
Erie County Legislature sessions add public comment
For the first time ever, a public comment period will take place during Erie County legislative sessions. Public…
Kevin Hardwick projected to win Erie County comptroller race
Democrat Kevin Hardwick will remain as Erie County comptroller, projecting to defeat Republican challenger Christine Czarnik. According to unofficial…
Here are the races to watch in Western New York
The city of Buffalo is preparing to elect its first new mayor in nearly two decades, which is one of the…
More than 37,000 votes cast during early voting in Erie Co.
Election officials in Erie County say more than 37,000 voters cast their ballot during early voting this year.…
Seneca Chief completes voyage along Erie Canal, Hudson River
After beginning its journey in Buffalo on Sept. 24, the Seneca Chief has finished its voyage across the…
Nearly 7,000 votes cast during first weekend of early voting
Election officials in Erie County say more than 7,000 voters cast their ballot during the first weekend of…
Seneca Chief completes voyage along Erie Canal, Hudson River
After beginning its journey in Buffalo on Sept. 24, the Seneca Chief has finished its voyage across the…