Tom Puckett

Buffalo

Radio news anchor, Annie's husband, uncle to Arianna, Vivian & Quinn. Fan of Sabres, Bills, poker, game shows. Opinions mine. RT NOT endorsement.

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Unauthorized party at Woodlawn Beach shut down

3 days ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Woodlawn, NY (WBEN) State Park Police say they shut down an unauthorized, un-permitted party at Woodlawn Beach Monday evening. They say one person was arrested in connection with the incident, which involved several fights. State Police say they were made aware of social media posts planning a large unauthorized and un-permitted party with approximately 1,500 people at the park.
Unauthorized party at Woodlawn Beach shut down Monday

3 days ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Woodlawn, N.Y. (WBEN) - New York State Park Police say they shut down an unauthorized, un-permitted party at Woodlawn Beach on Monday. One person was arrested in connection with the incident, which involved several fights. Officials were made aware of social media posts planning a large unauthorized and un-permitted party with approximately 1,500 people at the park.
Amherst Police ends search for missing teen

4 days ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

By Tom Puckett Amherst, N.Y. (WBEN) - Amherst police say a missing child has been located. 14-year-old Richard Mazodze has been safely located and returned home in good health. He had previously been reported missing, last seen Tuesday in the area of Sweet Home Road and North French in Amherst.
Amherst Police search for missing teen

4 days ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Amherst, NY (WBEN) Amherst police are asking for help locating a missing child. 14 year old Richard Mazodze was last seen today in the area of Sweet Home Road and North French in AmherstRichard is black, 5 foot 2, 120 pounds with black hair and black eyesHe was last seen wearing a Barcelona soccer shirt, brown jeans and black and white sneakersAnyone with information is asked to call Amherst Police at 716-689-1311.
How Iran-U.S. conflict could affect local gas prices

4 days ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - Gas prices will be something many in Western New York and across the nation will be watching, as tensions continue between the United States and Iran after both sides traded attacks. Right now, experts say prices aren't as high as they were a year ago at this time. "We're keeping a close eye on prices at the pump, based on what's happening in the Middle East," said GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan in an interview with WBEN.
Community pools open for the summer

5 days ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Buffalo, NY (WBEN) As the heat soars this week, community pools are already open for the season, and one community has plenty of lifeguards available for other towns if needed. Pools opened in Cheektowaga over the weekend, and the entire staff has been hired, says Executive Director of Youth & Recreation Krystle Fiend. "Our Town Park pool has a small waiting pool, and then a large swim area. Town park pool is very large," says Fiend, with as many as 700 people in the pool at one time.
'This was completely blindsiding'

1 week ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - The owner of the Buffalo Grand Hotel says he was blindsided by Mayor Chris Scanlon's attempt to take over his hotel through the use of Article 19-B. "To be honest, I still haven't heard it from Mayor Scanlon. I have only had media calling me," said Harry Stinson in an interview with WBEN on Thursday. "I have made attempts to speak with him in the past. I've been rebuffed by his office, but he's very busy.
Don't go after ebikes

1 week ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Buffalo, NY (WBEN) After Tuesday's crash involving an e-scooter user has led to questions and concerns about e-scooter safety. But one e-bike advocate says he's been frustrated with the onus of safety on e-scooter users.
Don't go after e-bikes

1 week ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - A Tuesday crash involving an e-scooter user has led to questions and concerns about e-scooter safety. But one e-bike advocate says he's been frustrated with the onus of safety on e-scooter users.
Mixed bag from Albany on natural gas in new builds

1 week ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - It was a mixed bag when it came to access to gas for new builds in New York State. While the HEAT Act failed to get traction past the State Assembly, lawmakers voted to rescind the 100-foot rule for access to gas for customers who want it. Nick Stalnecker of National Fuel says the company is very pleased lawmakers, in particular, the Western New York delegation fought tirelessly for reliability and affordability for residents.