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Lancaster man joins search for missing son in Washington state

A Lancaster man is in Washington State to help search for his missing son and former partner. Jay Carver flew to Seattle late Tuesday night.

03/17/2010 07:28 PM

Governor's press secretary announces resignation

Albany

Governor Paterson's press secretary is resigning amid scandals that threaten the administration. Marissa Shorenstein says she is quitting because her reported role in one of the scandals makes her unable to do her job effectively. Our Grace Rauh has the latest.

Governor's press secretary announces resignation

Updated 4:57 PM

House bans cigarette sales through U.S. mail

By a 387 to 25 vote, the House has approved a new bill to ban shipping cigarettes in the U.S. mail. The bill had previously passed the Senate by a unanimous vote and will now go to President Obama for his signature.

03/17/2010 07:17 PM

Council says no land without waterfront provisions

Erie County

Could the Canal Side Project become harder to complete? Buffalo's Common Council has set new guidelines for the venture. YNN's Jennifer Bernstein tells us about the provisions passed Tuesday, and what the Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation says they mean for the future of the project.

Council says no land without waterfront provisions

03/17/2010 04:43 PM

UB wrestler recovering from severe spinal cord injury

Buffalo & Western NY

There’s more good news about U-B wrestler Dan Bishop, who is recovering from a severe spinal cord injury. Doctors plan to transfer him to a rehabilitation hospital in Schenectady on Thursday.

UB wrestler recovering from severe spinal cord injury

03/17/2010 07:35 PM

Paterson breaks silence on top aide's accuser

Lt. Gov. Ravitch discusses budget talks

Paterson signs law allowing medical decisions without proxies

NFTA proposes rate decrease

Western New Yorkers could soon see some changes in public transportation. The NFTA held a public hearing Tuesday night to discuss the proposals at ECC’s City Campus.

03/16/2010 09:36 PM

Niagara Falls gang violence prompts community meeting

A recent spike in violent crimes in Niagara Falls prompted a community meeting Monday night. Our Ryan Burgess talked to the Niagara County sheriff to find out what law enforcement is doing to stop the violence.

03/15/2010 09:14 PM

Assault victim dies, police looking for suspect

A man assaulted in Jamestown last week has died. Police say he passed away Monday afternoon at Hamot Medical Center in Erie, Pennsylvania.

03/15/2010 10:19 PM

Flood warning for Tonawanda Creek

The snow thaw and weekend rains resulted in flooding that closed a handful of roads along the border of Niagara County and Erie County in the Hamlet of Rapids.

03/15/2010 10:28 PM

Garden Journeys: Judging a garden show

Terry becomes a judge at a garden show in this edition of Garden Journeys.

<EM>Garden Journeys: </EM> Judging a garden show

Pet Pointers: Snakes

You're probably familiar with the legend that St. Patrick drove all the snakes from Ireland and into the sea, banishing them forever. But, in fact, snakes are not native to Ireland. Today we'll learn a little more about snakes in this edition of Pet Pointers.

Money Matters: Get tax filing help without the huge fee

For many, filing taxes does not need to cost a fortune. Tara Lynn Wagner explains in the following Money Matters report.

<EM>Money Matters</EM>: Get tax filing help without the huge fee

Recipe: Oatmeal and Golden Raisin Scones

An extra Irish version of a classic buttermilk scone!

<EM>Recipe</EM>: Oatmeal and Golden Raisin Scones

Recipe: Irish Smashed Potatoes and Cabbage with Salmon and Honey-Mustard Glaze

Smashed baby potato version of the classic "colcannon"!

<EM>Recipe</EM>: Irish Smashed Potatoes and Cabbage with Salmon and Honey-Mustard Glaze

Recipe: Tomato and Fennel Soup with Ricotta-Parmesan Crostini

Very simple and tasty vegetarian soup!

<EM>Recipe</EM>: Tomato and Fennel Soup with Ricotta-Parmesan Crostini

Healthy Living: Aspirin effectiveness in heart patients study

The American Heart Association recommends continued use of aspirin for patients who have had heart attacks and strokes, but a recent medical study questions whether aspirin is effective for people who only have some heart health risk factors. Health reporter Kafi Drexel filed the following report.

<EM>Healthy Living:</EM> Aspirin effectiveness in heart patients study

Child Wellness : Teen crushes

It's a fact of life. Most teenagers are self-conscious and they want to fit in. While the pressure for many of the young adults is manageable, for some, it can become an obsession.

Tone Up: Working the upper body

If you work out alone, chances are you're not pushing yourself hard enough. You're kind of afraid you might miss it or you need a little push. Today we're working with the Smith machine to work the upper body. Marcie Fraser reports.

<EM>Tone Up</EM>: Working the upper body

March for peace stops in Buffalo

A Western New York Buddhist order of monks is taking steps against nuclear warfare, as part of a march for peace across the state to the United Nations in New York City.

03/16/2010 10:32 PM

HSBC Arena Preps for NCAA Tournament Weekend

March Madness is headed to Western New York as 19,000 college basketball fans are expected to fill downtown Buffalo for the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. First and second round games are scheduled Friday and Sunday. YNN’s Nicki Mayo reports on the preparations to welcome fans and help them get around the Queen City.

03/15/2010 06:35 PM

St. Patrick’s Day Irish Heritage weekend kicks off

Irish eyes will be smiling on Buffalo this weekend as the city gets ready to kick off a series of St. Patrick’s Day events. You can’t miss the Celtic music, shamrocks and the Irish flags waving in South Buffalo as the Queen City begins a weekend of Irish heritage events.

03/12/2010 06:27 PM

WNY charter school parents urge governor to end funding freeze

Governor David Paterson’s efforts to balance the state budget prompted a funding freeze for New York charter schools. Western New York Charter Schools lost $17million dollars last year and that amount is expected to jump to $24million next year. YNN’s Nicki Mayo reports local charter school advocates are asking the governor to thaw the funding freeze.