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Family, friends remember Fredonia man killed in car accident

Fredonia

Friends and family took time Thursday to remember a Fredonia man who died in a car accident on Tuesday. As YNN's Mark Goshgarian tells us, David Lewandowski spent most of his life serving his community.

05/23/2013 06:32 PM

The next phase begins on Jamestown's Riverwalk project

Jamestown

The next phase of Jamestown's Chadakoin Riverwalk Project has begun on the scenic pathway through the downtown.

05/23/2013 06:01 PM

Woman sentenced to 15 years in prison for baby's death

Erie County

The Brant woman who caused the death of a baby during a car crash in November will spend the next several years in prison for the crime. YNN's Kaitlyn Lionti was in Erie County Court Wednesday as Danielle Kellogg learned her fate, and tells us how the child's family continues to suffer her loss.

Updated 05/22/2013 05:12 PM

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Boy Scouts of America to accept gay members

The Boy Scouts of America's National Council has voted to ease a long-standing ban and allow openly gay boys to be accepted as Scouts.

Updated 05/23/2013 09:53 PM

Retired Amherst PD detective found dead following shootout and fire

A retired Amherst Police detective was found dead in the ashes of his Florida home after investigators believe he tried to kill his family.

05/23/2013 08:18 PM

Lawyer drops bombshell in Nushawn Williams case

Chautauqua County

The man known around the world for infecting young women with the HIV virus in Chautauqua County more than 15 years ago was back in court, and his attorney revealed stunning new developments. As YNN's Mark Goshgarian reports, those developments could set Nushawn Williams free.

05/22/2013 07:05 PM

Residents talk about Tonawanda Coke settlement money

Sentencing isn't scheduled until July, but town of Tonawanda residents are already talking about what they can do with millions of dollars that Tonawanda Coke could be forced to pay, after it was found guilty of violating the Clean Air Act. Community members told YNN's Katie Cummings how they want the money to be used.

05/23/2013 10:56 PM

Police Say Man Picked Up Young Boy and Slammed Him To the Floor In Walmart

A Warsaw man faces charges of child endangerment and harassment after witnesses say he threw his son to the floor and yelled at him inside a Batavia Walmart.

Updated 05/23/2013 09:46 PM

Four more teens indicted in connection to robbery spree and murder of cab driver

A second suspect has been arrested and charged in connection with robbery and murder of a Buffalo cab driver. As YNN's Kevin Jolly reports, police say the crime appears to be connected to a series of robberies committed by several teens.

Updated 05/23/2013 05:14 PM

Erie County Democrats endorse Brown for mayor

The Erie County Democratic Committee endorsed incumbent Byron Brown for Mayor of Buffalo Thursday. YNN's Ryan Whalen reports the committee chair hopes it will be a unifying choice for the party.

Updated 05/23/2013 10:54 PM

Sacred Heart Wins Monsignor Martin Title

Sacred Heart defeated eight-time defending champion Mount Saint Mary 8-6 to win the Monsignor Martin championship in girls lacrosse. Maura Tomm scored four goals in the win for the Sharks.

05/23/2013 10:47 PM

Pettine brings pressure-packed defense

Bills defenses have been bad, historically bad in recent years. In fact, they gave up the second-most points in team history last season. But a new coaching staff is trying a different approach to change that. YNN's Andy Young has more from One Bills Drive.

05/23/2013 06:24 PM

Etsy turns small-scale crafts into big-time business

From personalized yarn bowls to hand-painted wedding toppers, the online marketplace Etsy is offering thousands of products made by artists who are now full-time entrepreneurs. YNN's Tara Lynn Wagner filed the following report.

Falling can lead to brain injuries

According up to the CDC, nearly 75 percent of people over the age of who fall have injuries serious enough to put them at risk for early death.

Memorial Day Weekend Getaways

Memorial Day Weekend Getaways should begin where Decoration Day really began! In Waterloo, New York!

Chunky Onion and Zucchini Marinara with Eggs and Toasted Italian Bread

Rustic, inexpensive and delicious!

Memorial Day grilling ideas

Memorial Day is a very special holiday, one that honors the commitment and sacrifice of so many who gave their lives for the hope of freedom and liberty for all.

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

Healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies with dark chocolate chips!

Exercises for those who need to stay seated

Whether you've been injured or if you have arthritis, sometimes walking around and doing exercises with your lower body can be difficult. In today’s Tone Up, Marcie Fraser demonstrates a little exercise for the person who is either in a wheelchair or can't walk.

Study: Low dose HPV vaccine most effective with younger teens

A new study finds that fewer doses of the HPV vaccine in girls may still be effective in preventing cervical cancer. Erin Billups filed the following report.

Working your way to a 2K run

You may have heard of someone who has worked out with a Couch to a 5K program. What if a 5K is too much for you just starting out? How about a 2K, a mile and a half? Marcie Fraser has a program that you can do within four weeks.

Dream Act supporters working to get it passed this year

POLITICS

Dream Act supports are focusing their attention on the Senate now that the Assembly passed the bill. But with the legislature still trying to get back to normal after all the scandals, getting anything done looks difficult. And it may come down to whether Governor Andrew Cuomo decides to get involved. Zack Fink reports.

Dream Act supporters working to get it passed this year

05/23/2013 08:47 PM

Governor proposing new tax free zones

POLITICS

Governor Andrew Cuomo unveiled a new economic development proposal aimed at harnessing the power of the SUNY system. Capital Tonight's Nick Reisman reports.

05/22/2013 08:03 PM

Anthony Weiner announced bid for New York City mayor

POLITICS

Former Congressman Anthony Weiner has officially thrown his hat in the ring in a quest to become New York City's next mayor. YNN's Grace Rauh has more on the quiet start to his campaign.

Anthony Weiner announced bid for New York City mayor

05/22/2013 05:30 PM

Local charity raises money to fight brain cancer

A local charity raised money for Roswell Park Cancer Institute Thursday in honor of a man who lost his battle with brain cancer.

05/23/2013 10:26 PM

Job fair held for Bank of America employees losing their jobs

After hundreds of employees at Bank of America were told the mortgage servicing site in Getzville would soon close, a career fair was held for those losing their jobs. YNN's Antoinette DelBel has more about the fair and how organizers are hopeful workers will find jobs quickly.

05/23/2013 06:07 PM

Byron Bergen Proposition For Armed Officer Voted Down

Since the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in December, officials in the Byron-Bergen School District worked on a proposition for the school budget that would allow an armed Genesee County Sheriff's deputy to be stationed on school grounds. Residents passed the budget but voted down the proposition Tuesday night. YNN's Rose Eiklor has more from the superintendent on why he is not giving up.

05/23/2013 04:57 PM

Salamanca City Council takes control over Falling Leaves Festival

The Salamanca City Council has taken back control of the city's Falling Leaves Festival. The move came after residents voiced outrage that the Chamber of Commerce decided to move the Festival out of the city.

05/22/2013 10:49 PM

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Family, friends remember Fredonia man killed in car accident

The next phase begins on Jamestown's Riverwalk project

Woman sentenced to 15 years in prison for baby's death

Your Weather Now

Boy Scouts of America to accept gay members

Retired Amherst PD detective found dead following shootout and fire

Lawyer drops bombshell in Nushawn Williams case

Residents talk about Tonawanda Coke settlement money

Police Say Man Picked Up Young Boy and Slammed Him To the Floor In Walmart

Four more teens indicted in connection to robbery spree and murder of cab driver

Erie County Democrats endorse Brown for mayor

Sacred Heart Wins Monsignor Martin Title

Pettine brings pressure-packed defense

Etsy turns small-scale crafts into big-time business

Falling can lead to brain injuries

Memorial Day Weekend Getaways

Chunky Onion and Zucchini Marinara with Eggs and Toasted Italian Bread

Memorial Day grilling ideas

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

Exercises for those who need to stay seated

Study: Low dose HPV vaccine most effective with younger teens

Working your way to a 2K run

Dream Act supporters working to get it passed this year

Governor proposing new tax free zones

Anthony Weiner announced bid for New York City mayor

Local charity raises money to fight brain cancer

Job fair held for Bank of America employees losing their jobs

Byron Bergen Proposition For Armed Officer Voted Down

Salamanca City Council takes control over Falling Leaves Festival

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