Former Buffalo Bishop Henry Mansell dies, age 88 Most Rev. Mansell served as the Catholic Diocese of Buffalo's 12th Bishop from 1995 until 2003, and then moved on to become Archbishop of Hartford.

Most Reverend Henry J. Mansell, who served as the 12th Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo, died Tuesday at the age of 88, the diocese announced.

Prison union describes 'unstable and dangerous' conditions in letter to Hochul NYSCOPBA, the union that represents state prison workers, said the situation is "increasingly unstable and dangerous for everyone who lives and works behind the walls."

"What is unfolding inside our prisons is a systemic emergency marked by escalating violence, dangerous contraband, staff assaults, overdoses, exposures, and deaths."

GOP lawmakers seek to unlock matching funds for Bruce Blakeman in NY governor’s race Up to $3.5 million in public funding is at stake.

Still smarting after their gubernatorial candidate was blocked from receiving public dollars, Republican New York state lawmakers are pushing a long shot bill that would give him another crack at millions in matching funds.

Lineup for Food Truck Tuesday in Larkin Square includes five new food trucks A surefire sign that summer is approaching arrived Tuesday with Larkin Square announcing both the food truck and live music lineups for the 13th annual Food Truck Tuesday.

Touted as "Buffalo's biggest dinner party," the outdoor tradition will boast a rotation of at least 40 food trucks with about 20 appearing each week.

Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper receives $443,000 for data collection, STEM programs The federal funding, secured by Congressman Tim Kenedy, will support water sampling and shoreline across the entire Western New York region.

The funding will support initiatives focused on collecting and analyzing data from samples collected from Lake Erie’s Eastern Basin, which has problems including nuisance algal blooms, fish contamination and invasive mussel species.

With no budget accord yet, NY lawmakers pass another extender State legislators passed a fifth budget extender on Monday as the governor and lawmakers continue to try to reach a final state budget agreement.

Speaking in Buffalo on Monday, Gov. Kathy Hochul didn’t rule out the need for another extender for the budget, which is now almost three weeks late.

Hochul, local leaders tout reduced shooting numbers as positive signs of investment, policy Shootings in Buffalo are at a 20-year low. According to Open Data Buffalo, the number of total violent and property crimes had a more than 20% decrease from 2016 to last year.

Shootings overall are at a 20-year low, and according to Open Data Buffalo, the number of total violent and property crimes had a more than 20% decrease from 2016 to last year.

Ontario government announces GO Train line between Toronto and Stratford beginning in July Beginning July 6, the Kitchener Line will run once daily and will serve workers and students living west of Toronto during the week, and then theater goers on weekends.

The Ontario government is announcing another travel option for patrons of a popular entertainment destination and residents of that town who may travel to Toronto for work or school.

Erie County preps for $50 million in road repairs, includes Maple Road improvements Erie County has more than doubled its funds for road improvements from 2020 compared to this year. The county plans to invest just over $50 million in road repairs this year.

Erie County is rolling out its plan for road improvements in 2026, with just over $50 million in funds.

Holding majority, Carney turns attention globally for investment rather than US Now that he has a majority, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government is turning to the review of the North American Free Trade Agreement, which is only months away.

"There are some who say there is no need for a comprehensive plan. They believe we should wait it out in the hope that the United States will return to normal — that the good old days will come back — but hope isn’t a plan and nostalgia is not a strategy."

Buffalo Club agrees to pay $1.5 million in PPP fraud complaint The Buffalo Club was accused by the federal government of acquiring and then seeking forgiveness on a loan it was not eligible to receive.

Prosecutors contended that the institution falsely represented its eligibility, because it operated as a private membership club that restricted admission for reasons other than capacity.

An unforgettable experience: Sabres win first playoff game in over 5,000 days The Sabres ended their 14-year NHL playoff drought and hosted the Bruins on Sunday night.

I told them right after the game, you want experience. You got it now. I mean, what an experience. If you're going to say this was my first playoff game, you've got a great story to tell."

More from a memorable night at KeyBank Center:

The Sabres take the ice for warmups and it already sounds like a packed barn!

Brian Chojnacki checks in from an already packed Alumni Plaza as the Buffalo Sabres get set to play their first playoff game in more than 5,000 days.

Vibe check from the Party in the Plaza outside KeyBank Center as the Buffalo Sabres get ready to host a playoff game for the first time in 15 years.

(Photos by Brian Chojnacki)

Community advocates demand financial relief and change from Albany The Citizens for Affordable Rates (CAR) Coalition gathered Western New York community advocates Friday morning at an ARCO gas station in the City of Buffalo to highlight the growing financial strains many families are facing in the communit...

"We've been reassessed up to our ears, and now the gas thing is just driving us nuts. Those are things that can be controlled and should be controlled by the people we elected and sent to Albany.”

One of New York City’s new millionaire residents: Kathy Hochul With $1.86 million in income in 2025, the Democratic governor would be subject to tax she’s opposed.

Gov. Kathy Hochul's move to New York City on her 2025 tax returns means the Hochuls — who earned $1.86 million in 2025 — would be subject to an income-tax hike sought by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

Digging begins on Ontario Line rapid transit route in Toronto Tunnel digging has begun on an ambitious $4 billion dollar expansion of rapid transit in the Greater Toronto Area.

When finished, the Ontario Line will run 15.6 kilometres and make rapid transit accessible to more people. The estimated cost of the Ontario Line is $4 billion (CDN), part of a broader $70 billion investment in public transportation expansion and improvement.

Botanical gardens project among the conservation of Erie County's 'cultural gems' Work is more than halfway done on renovations at Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens. After starting in June of 2025, work is expected to be done early next year.

The new welcome center is designed to be more sustainable and environmentally friendly, Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens CEO Erin Grajek said. Other improvements include 90,000 square feet of new and renovated outdoor gardens and central courtyard, enclosed for protected plants.

'Energy hog' bus tour takes aim at data centers around New York Environmental advocates have begun a statewide bus tour to lobby Governor Kathy Hochul to crackdown on AI data centers and fully enforce the state’s 2019 climate law.

Speaking in front of the former Tonawanda Coke site, where a large data center is being proposed, New York Public Interest Research Group’s regional coordinator Alex Bornemisza said if officials are serious about tackling affordability, data centers are the place to start

Sabres preview fan experience elements as they prepare for playoff hockey The Buffalo Sabres and their concessions partner, Delaware North Companies, are busy preparing for the pro hockey team’s first home playoff game in 15 years.

It’s been 15 years since the Buffalo Sabres hosted a Stanley Cup Playoff game. But Sunday, April 19, the team will host the Boston Bruins in Game One of their first-round best-of-seven series.

BMHA tenants face the board with their complaints for second month Residents say no progress has been made since appearances in March, but officials say they're working to improve living conditions and communication with residents.

More residents came forward with reports of rodent infestations, safety concerns, faulty plumbing, trespassers and other issues that they say have gone ignored, in some cases, for years.

East Side coffee shop owner bringing change through sheer will Larry Stitts is investing in Jefferson Avenue through his coffee shop, Golden Cup Coffee, as well as through the Greater Jefferson Avenue Business Association.

Larry Stitts is investing in Jefferson Avenue through his coffee shop, Golden Cup Coffee, as well as through the Greater Jefferson Avenue Business Association.

O'Malley backs Flynn, as field for Tonawanda town supervisor appointment narrows The Tonawanda town councilwoman has removed herself from consideration to fill the vacancy. Instead, O'Malley said she has confidence in former Erie County District Attorney John Flynn for the job.

"I believe [Flynn] has a firm understanding of what the job entails, and he asked a lot of great questions to get a clear idea of some of the largest things facing the town right now," O'Malley told BTPM NPR.

Ontario to ease alcohol rules in provincial parks this season Ontario provincial officials are easing alcoholic beverage rules in many of its park spaces beginning this season.

Officials say restrictions will be eased to allow parkgoers to responsibly enjoy their favorite adult beverages in more spaces, including picnic areas, beaches and other day use facilities that are open and staffed.

Two shot as Buffalo Police happen upon alleged armed robbery at 7-Eleven A suspect and store clerk were both transported to ECMC with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds Wednesday evening after Buffalo Police happened upon an alleged armed robbery at a 7-Elevan at the corner of Prospect Ave. and Connecticut St.

According to BPD, two officers entered the store at about 8:42 p.m. as customers and immediately observed an armed robbery in progress.

Carney defends high-speed rail project as vocal opposition grows Prime Minister Mark Carney is defending one of the his government’s major infrastructure projects: a high-speed rail service between Toronto and Quebec City.

Dozens of organizations, municipalities, conservation groups, farming associations and elected officials are expressing concerns about the project. They say the concerns include loss of road access, farmland and biodiversity and impacts on water sources, emergency services and recreational areas.

Housing advocates present appeals in lawsuit against the city Several community groups and Buffalo tenants are hoping for a favorable outcome from an appellate court in a lawsuit involving the city's Proactive Rental Inspections law.

Several community groups and Buffalo tenants are hoping for a favorable outcome from an appellate court in a lawsuit involving the city's Proactive Rental Inspections law.

Mayor Ryan presents $681 million budget proposal for next fiscal year Improving city services is one of the goals of Ryan’s proposed $681 million dollar budget for 2026-2027. But there’s also the challenge of closing a $109 million deficit.

Sean Ryan has formally delivered his first proposed budget as Buffalo mayor, a spending plan he says aims to fix services that have undergone years of “disinvestment,” while addressing a $109 million deficit.

Disabilities Beat: What New York has to say about Dr. Oz’s Medicaid fraud allegations CMS admits it overstated New York Medicaid personal care users by 10 times when alleging New York has Medicaid fraud. How has the state responded?

“I think anyone familiar with New York State’s Medicaid program and long-term care immediately looked at that number and said, 'Something strange is going on here.'”

This week's Disabilities Beat dives into what the data shows: