Too many calls to New York’s domestic violence hotline are going unanswered, or aren’t answered quickly enough, according to a recent state Comptroller’s Office audit. State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli recently released the results of an audit of the state’s domestic violence hotline ...

Assemblywoman Anna Kelles isn’t coming for anybody’s washing machines - but she wants the machines that are used to filter out microfibers before they are sent into the wastewater streams. Kelles introduced legislation (A.11609) late in the legislative session that would require the ...

Every spring, families, friends, and members of the South Dayton community gather for a pancake breakfast with a purpose. The event raises money for the Wyatt Butcher Memorial Scholarship. For Wyatt’s family, however, it is about much more than financial support. It is a chance to ensure ...

Carroll officials are discussing how best to make sure the town of Carroll puts its best foot forward for those driving down Main Street in Frewsburg. Alan Gustafson, code enforcement officer, said during a recent meeting that the Main Street Corridor was to be discussed during an upcoming ...

A state lawmaker wants to require customers to receive a 10% discount when customers use self checkout kiosks. The bill (A.11501) was introduced late in the legislative session by Assemblywoman Nikki Lucas, D-Brooklyn. It didn’t move out of committee before the end of the session. Lucas ...

Jamestown Public Schools honored a longtime employee and coach with its inaugural Pillar of the Year Award, recognizing Jamestown High School Home/School Coordinator Arrick Davis for his commitment to students, families, and the broader school community. Davis, who serves as the Home/School ...