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Expansion initiative announced for Niagara Power Transformer

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Niagara Power Transformer broke ground Thursday on a more than $71 million expansion project for their complex near the Buffalo Airport that will support power grid modernization. The manufacturer creates liquid-filled power and specialty transformers, which are used to alter the voltage…

Chandler Street Breweries announces it is closing

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Buffalo brewery that was home to three popular local brands has announced that it is closing. Chandler Street Breweries announced that Thursday would be its last day for operations. It was the home for Community Beer Works, Thin Man Brewery, and Smoldered Society Beer Company, combining the…

Erie County lawmakers clash over gas tax cap

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Erie County lawmakers could not agree to vote Thursday on whether to limit the county's sales tax on gasoline. Gas prices spiked with the start of the U.S. war in Iran and remain well above what they were earlier this year. Republican lawmakers argue that higher gas prices lead to higher

Daycare closes following alleged abuse of 2 toddlers

RANSOMVILLE, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A daycare center in Ransomville facing allegations that an employee abused two toddlers this year had its license suspended by the Office of Children and Family Services, which also recommended revocation. Both are considered rare actions generally reserved for cases in which children face…

New Buffalo snow plan includes $2.7M for contracted snow removal

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo has a new snow plan to tackle the 2026-27 winter, including $2.7 million for contracted snow removal, new tractors and other upgrades. Mayor Sean Ryan announced the city's new snow plan on Thursday, highlighting technology and equipment to help crews respond to snowy streets and winter…

Man pleads guilty for damaging Niagara Square flagpole

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Tonawanda man pleaded guilty to damaging a flagpole in Niagara Square and stealing a Somalian flag in July, the Erie County District Attorney's Office said Thursday. Officials said 34-year-old Justin M. Eassa intentionally damaged the flagpole on July 2 and was later arrested on July 8. The…