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Barcode Error Reported as Problem Behind Westchester Voting Machine Error

By Adam Stone A barcode error on preprinted Election Day ballots caused the widespread voting machine problems across Westchester County on Tuesday, Democratic County Executive Ken Jenkins said at a press conference this afternoon. Jenkins said the problem was traced The post Barcode Error Reported...

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A traffic stop on I-390 at night with police lights flashing.

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Mount Morris man with prior felony convictions accused of having crack cocaine

On a chilly Monday night in Avon, New York, the quiet hum of I-390 was abruptly interrupted by the flashing lights of law enforcement. Roger Yencer, a 40-year-old man from Mount Morris, found himself at the center of a police investigation that would reveal more than just a traffic violation. As...

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Oh, the Things We Saw and Did at GalaVille! The 2026 Gala in Review

380 guests, more than 70 sponsors and two records broken, on one October night at the Bourne Mansion. Dr. Seuss’ GalaVille | October 22, 2026 | The Bourne Mansion, Oakdale, NY It’s not every day you see Thing One, Thing Two, Thing Three, and Thing Four wandering through the halls of a beautiful...

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Lake Superior angler catches 33-inch trout, sets new state record

A Lake Superior angler has set a new state record.

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Volunteers packing HERO Boxes for veterans in Buffalo

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Senior Wishes distributing 150 HERO Boxes to WNY veterans

On a crisp fall morning in Buffalo, a group of volunteers gathered at the Senior Wishes headquarters, their hearts full of gratitude and purpose. Among them was 92-year-old World War II veteran, Frank DeMarco, who watched with a smile as the team packed boxes filled with essential items and...

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Red or blue, everyone lined up for this booth on Election Day 🐶

Some San Diego voters got a furry surprise on Election Day. Adoptable puppies were waiting at Hilltop Community Park on Tuesday, Nov. 3, Forbes reported.

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Rochester residents enjoying warm weather in November

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First Alert Weather: Record warmth possible Wednesday, then rain chances go up

As the sun peeked over the horizon on Tuesday morning, the residents of Rochester, NY, stepped outside to embrace an unexpected warmth that felt more like late spring than early November. "It’s almost like a gift from Mother Nature," said local resident Maria Gonzalez, her smile reflecting the...

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32-hour workweek with no pay cut sound nice? It could happen under a bill before Congress

A bill before Congress would cut the traditional workweek from 40 hours to 32.

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How to watch the 2026 midterm election results live tonight for free

Election night is Tuesday, Nov. 3, and control of Congress is on the line, with all 435 House seats on the ballot.

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Sam’s Club v. Costco: Which ready-to-heat Thanksgiving meal is cheaper?

Sam’s Club is once again offering a prepared Thanksgiving meal that feeds 16 people and it’s $30 less than Costco’s version.

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Buffalo University campus showcasing students and autumn colors

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Two Canadians charged in alleged hacking scheme targeting universities, including one in WNY

On a crisp autumn morning in Buffalo, the sun streamed through the colorful leaves, casting a warm glow over the University at Buffalo's sprawling campus. Students hurried to class, their laughter echoing through the air, unaware of the shadowy figures lurking behind computer screens miles away. In...

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Iconic TV host, 70, collapses onto table on-air

Whoopi Goldberg dramatically collapsed onto the “The View” Hot Topics table Tuesday morning as her cohosts discussed intimate encounters in cars, Entertainment Weekly reports.

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Monarch butterflies get tiny trackers to help scientists follow their mysterious migration

As a child, Rebeca Quiñonez-Piñón wondered where monarch butterflies stop for a meal and a night’s rest on their long migrations across North America. Now she and other scientists are attaching tiny tracking devices to hundreds of butterflies to find…

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