May 1, 2008

Another “stranger” and possible danger in Lockport

In a similar incident to the reported attempted abduction on April 21, police have arrested a Newfane man in connection with an alleged abduction attempt on Price Street this morning.
Daniel G. Bowser, 24, 2991 Lockport Road, Newfane, was charged with attempted unlawful imprisonment.
Police haven’t said if the incident this morning is connected to the April [...]

May 1, 2008

Stamp price — like anything else — set to rise

The following is a release from the US Postal Service. I’ve never bought the Forever Stamp, but it seems to be a solid option these days.
I’d say by next year the stamp will be close if not at 50 cents.
Last Day for 41¢ Forever Stamp is May 11
WESTERN NEW YORK — The last day to [...]

May 1, 2008

Awesome reporter interview with WBEN

As I teased on this blog Wednesday, reporter April Amadon was interviewed about the alleged Wilson assault Thursday morning on WBEN 930.
If you didn’t catch it at 7:20 a.m. (yawn…) Check it out here.
If that doesn’t launch the player, do it the old-fashioned way by visiting www.wben.com and visit its Audio Vault.
Great Job, April.
The story [...]

May 1, 2008

Wilson coach’s dad defends him

Like any good father, the senior Thomas Baia contacted the Union-Sun today to defend his son and say he’s innocent of the charges against him in connection with the alleged Wilson assault.
“He’s been taking kids on bus rides for 18 years, and his record is exemplary,” Baia Sr. told reporter April Amadon. “The seven years [...]