School Budgets

Clarence Among Six Budgets in WNY Rejected By Voters



The three highest tax hikes proposed by Niagara County districts- Niagara Wheatfield, Lewiston-Porter, and Wilson--  were all turned down, along with budgets in  Clarence & Alden in Erie County, and Bemus Point in Chautauqua County.
Training Kicks In

EMS Week in Erie County; Crews Prepare for Disasters


Cheektowaga, NY (WBEN) This is the week first responders receive recogniion for their work, whether routine like first aid, or a disaster like the tornado in Oklahoma. It's EMS Week in Erie County.

 
Perspective

The Tornado: Through the Eyes of a Photographer


"Some looked dazed.  Some cried.  Others seemed terrified.  But they were alive."
Teacher Inv.

Police Investigate Allegations Against Ken-Ton Teacher


Tonawanda, NY (WBEN) Town of Tonawanda Police say they've been working with the Kenton School District and the Erie County DA's office regarding allegations of criminal acts by a teacher.

EF-5

Oklahoma Twister a Top-of-the-Scale EF-5


MOORE, Okla. (AP) - The National Weather Service says the tornado that hit Moore, Okla., was a top-of-the-scale EF-5 twister with winds of at least 200 mph.

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