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Officials: WNY radiation findings do not indicate widespread public health threat

Officials: WNY radiation findings do not indicate widespread public health threat

  • Mackenzie Shuman

“There's nothing in this data right now that currently indicates we're dealing with a far-reaching public health situation,” said the New York Department of Health Commissioner James McDonald.

New medical aid-in-dying law brings choices — and complexities — to Western New York

New medical aid-in-dying law brings choices — and complexities — to Western New York

  • Jon Harris

The state’s controversial Medical Aid in Dying Act took effect Aug. 5 after the state Health Department established guidance for healthcare facilities and physicians.

Off-duty North Tonawanda first responder rushed to girl’s aid as she lay on roadway

Off-duty North Tonawanda first responder rushed to girl’s aid as she lay on roadway

  • Dan Higgins

The 12-year-old girl remained in stable but critical condition Monday in the pediatric intensive care unit at Golisano Children’s Hospital of Buffalo. 

Bills notes: Jim Leonhard concerned about starting secondary's lack of time together

Bills notes: Jim Leonhard concerned about starting secondary's lack of time together

  • Lance Lysowski

Six days from the Buffalo Bills' roster being cut to 53 players, defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard has at least one notable concern.

Niagara Power Transformer plans $71M expansion in Cheektowaga

Niagara Power Transformer plans $71M expansion in Cheektowaga

  • Jonathan D. Epstein

Niagara Power Transformer is seeking tax breaks from the ECIDA to support a $71 million expansion in Cheektowaga.

Picture This: Top news from the weekend, as seen through our photographers' lenses

Picture This: Top news from the weekend, as seen through our photographers' lenses

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It's been a busy week for Buffalo News photographers. See local news from the week, as captured by Derek Gee, Harry Scull, Joshua Bessex, Libby March and Joed Viera.

Rochester man charged in April fatal stabbing in Amherst: ‘A drug deal gone bad’

Rochester man charged in April fatal stabbing in Amherst: ‘A drug deal gone bad’

  • Stephen T. Watson

Tyshon White was indicted by an Erie County grand jury on a manslaughter charge in the fatal stabbing of Caden Nelipowitz in April in Amherst, the town’s only 2026 homicide.

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Bills say they're dealing with fan complaints on obstructed views on 'case-by-case basis'

Bills say they're dealing with fan complaints on obstructed views on 'case-by-case basis'

Knox Farm State Park is being overrun by deer. Hunters could soon change that

Knox Farm State Park is being overrun by deer. Hunters could soon change that

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Complete coverage: The long path to relocate Buffalo’s Da Vinci High School

Complete coverage: The long path to relocate Buffalo’s Da Vinci High School

Buffalo Public Schools has been in discussions since before the Covid-19 pandemic about the best future learning site for Leonardo Da Vinci High School.

Our thoughts on Buffalo Public Schools | The Editorial Board weighs in

Our thoughts on Buffalo Public Schools | The Editorial Board weighs in

Buffalo Public Schools are vital to the city’s future. The Buffalo News Editorial Board regularly examines the district’s challenges, successes and opportunities. Here’s what we have to say:

What happened 50 years ago today? See Buffalo News stories from Aug. 24, 1976

What happened 50 years ago today? See Buffalo News stories from Aug. 24, 1976

From the archives: A "daredevil" is rescued from a barrel near the brink of the Horseshoe Falls; inmates continue their sit in at Attica; and more.

Our thoughts on Buffalo's environment and climate change | The Editorial Board weighs in

Our thoughts on Buffalo's environment and climate change | The Editorial Board weighs in

The Buffalo News Editorial Board often addresses Western New York's natural environment, including longtime pollution issues and new threats from climate change. Here's what we have to say:

Elizabeth Licata's Western New York dispatches

Elizabeth Licata's Western New York dispatches

Editorial writer Elizabeth Licata, a lifelong Western New Yorker, spent 23 years as editor of Buffalo Spree magazine and wrote two Buffalo travel books for Reedy Press before coming to The Buffalo News. Her knowledge of Western New York's nooks, crannies and quirks is put to good use in regu…

Soaring project costs drive dairy cooperative to seek more help

Soaring project costs drive dairy cooperative to seek more help

Upstate Niagara Cooperative is asking the ECIDA for more tax breaks because the cost of its expansion in West Seneca has soared again, to $315 million.

The Monday Catch-Up: Top Buffalo News stories you may have missed

The Monday Catch-Up: Top Buffalo News stories you may have missed

Here is a roundup of top Buffalo news articles you may have missed.

Read more coverage from reporter and editor David Robinson

Read more coverage from reporter and editor David Robinson

David Robinson has been with The Buffalo News since 1985. He is the editor of Buffalo Next, the business section for the News. He can be reached at drobinson@buffnews.com.

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Tenants stuck in limbo among mold, roaches as lawsuit stalls Shaffer Village renovations

Tenants stuck in limbo among mold, roaches as lawsuit stalls Shaffer Village renovations

  • Jay Tokasz

The first phase of a massive effort to remake the 73-year-old Shaffer Village affordable housing community has been stalled by a lawsuit.  

  • Photos: Damage and deterioration at Shaffer Village apartments

Business

Soaring project costs drive dairy cooperative to seek more help

Soaring project costs drive dairy cooperative to seek more help

Where to find resources on end-of-life options, including medical aid in dying

Where to find resources on end-of-life options, including medical aid in dying

The Buffalo Niagara job market is stuck. How does it get moving again?

The Buffalo Niagara job market is stuck. How does it get moving again?

Bills say they're dealing with fan complaints on obstructed views on 'case-by-case basis'

Bills say they're dealing with fan complaints on obstructed views on 'case-by-case basis'

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Leonardo Da Vinci High School student shares frustrations, wishes for embattled Buffalo school

Leonardo Da Vinci High School student shares frustrations, wishes for embattled Buffalo school

At Shaffer Village, tenants feel they've been forgotten

At Shaffer Village, tenants feel they've been forgotten

Shaffer Village renovations

Shaffer Village renovations

An aerial view of the Lake Mariner data center

An aerial view of the Lake Mariner data center

Sports

Bills observations: Rookie wide receiver Skyler Bell returns to practice

Bills observations: Rookie wide receiver Skyler Bell returns to practice

Monday brought sweet, sweet relief for Buffalo Bills wide receiver Skyler Bell. The rookie participated in practice for the first time in two weeks.

Bisons' trip to Rochester offers big chance to climb in IL standings

Bisons' trip to Rochester offers big chance to climb in IL standings

The Bisons (27-23) are only 3½ games out of first place and will go head to head with a first-place opponent all week.

Sabres to head to Sahlen Field for Hockey Night at the Ballpark

Sabres to head to Sahlen Field for Hockey Night at the Ballpark

The Buffalo Bisons announced that Sahlen Field will host Hockey Night at the Ballpark on Sept. 5, ahead of a 6:05 p.m. game against Worcester.

Read more coverage from sports columnist Mike Harrington

Read more coverage from sports columnist Mike Harrington

Mike Harrington is a sports columnist for The Buffalo News and has been on the staff since 1987. He can be reached at mharrington@buffnews.com.

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Buffalo State’s CAPE staff earned state and regional career services awards, alongside notable research, teaching, and service honors for faculty and staff.

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Emma Bernet promoted to assistant athletic director
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Emma Bernet promoted to assistant athletic director

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D'Youville University Athletics has promoted Emma Bernet to assistant athletic director for athletic communications, recognizing her work elevating Saints programs.

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Roswell Park named Optum center of excellence for stem cell transplants
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Optum again names Roswell Park a Center of Excellence for adult and pediatric stem cell transplants, recognizing strong outcomes and high-quality cancer care.

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UB President Caroline Attardo Genco will welcome first-year students and families during residence hall move-in Thursday, with visits to North and South Campus halls.

Life & Entertainment

The world's oldest living person just turned a year older. Meet Ethel

The world's oldest living person just turned a year older. Meet Ethel

They say each birthday is a blessing, and one woman living in southeast England has had 117 of them.

The 25 best movie bands ever, ranked from Spinal Tap to Huntrix

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Movies haven't just given pop culture a slew of legendary soundtracks, they've also delivered some top-notch musical groups.

Between the Notes: Shawn Colvin: One voice, one guitar, 50 years of truth

Between the Notes: Shawn Colvin: One voice, one guitar, 50 years of truth

Some artists stay on stage because audiences remember who they were. Shawn Colvin has stayed on stage for nearly 50 years because she keeps reminding us who she still is.

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Our thoughts on Buffalo Public Schools | The Editorial Board weighs in

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