http://news.yahoo.com/local/Buffalo/32443 Yahoo! Local News - WGRZ 2 en-us Buffalo community activist Rosa Gibson died Friday after a battle with cancer. Gibson is best known for starting neighborhood watch programs in the city, cultivating community gardens and her work with the Community Action Organization. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12ahoh1aj/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68260 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68260 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 10:55:24 +0000 The year was 1759. The battle for control of Fort Niagara was underway as two countries sought to gain control of North America during the French and Indian War. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12a4ocukp/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68251 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68251 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 04:40:09 +0000 It's peak pool season in Western New York, but many people are not dishing out the cash to heat their pool in the middle of a recession. A Jamestown man has an inexpensive alternative using his attic. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12atk00f2/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68261 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68261 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 01:25:19 +0000 A Canadian couple who are now the proud parents of a week old infant say they were fortunate to cross the border so their new daughter could be treated at Women and Children's Hospital in Buffalo. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12a575kq9/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68262 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68262 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 23:25:19 +0000 This 4th of July there are simply too many deals to mention in this article. There's everything from huge discounts at stores like Macys (CLICK HERE) and JCPenny (CLICK HERE) to little perks like Free Sandwiches at Arby's (CLICK HERE)* - thanks Ways 2 Save viewer Paula R. for the Arby's find. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12a7dq4jf/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68250 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68250 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 22:10:44 +0000 An increasing number of public works projects funded through the American Resource Recovery Act (more commonly referred to as the Stimulus Bill) are getting underway in Western New York. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12ag943pu/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68249 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68249 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 22:10:25 +0000 There is a fund to raise money for a playground honoring the memory of two children tragically killed in a car accident with their father. Dr. Steven J. Ambrusko wants to keep his children's memory alive in a way for all young people to enjoy. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12aab1jr8/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68144 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68144 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 21:40:20 +0000 WASILLA, Alaska (AP) -- Sarah Palin is resigning as Alaska governor on July 26. Palin made the announcment Friday afternoon from her Wasilla home. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12o46h7jt/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68257%26catid%3D292 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68257&catid=292 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:09:59 +0000 The young Hamburg man who found FBI agents searching his multi - million dollar homes on Wednesday spoke briefly on Thursday with 2 On Your Side. 22 year old Michael Wilson said "I'm innocent unless proven otherwise. I was not charged with anything." http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12atiqpbt/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68243 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68243 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 18:10:09 +0000 State Senators are not voting on bills because they can't agree on who is in charge. They've spent just minutes a day in those special sessions and when there is negotiating to work out a deal, it's done by the leaders. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12amh4dtv/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68248 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68248 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:10:19 +0000 ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- After a closed-door meeting for an hour, both sides of an embattled New York Senate say they are closing in on an end to the nearly four-week standoff over control of the chamber. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12a4sttvg/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68246 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68246 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 14:55:10 +0000 Enter to win a pair of concert tickets along with VIP Passes to a special "Meet and Greet" with Rascal Flatts at the Darien Lake Performing Arts Center on Saturday, July 11th! http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12aofj5vb/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68235 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68235 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 14:40:14 +0000 The Erie County Legislature Thursday voted unanimously to reduce the size of the Legislature from 15 members to 13, and increase the length of terms to four years instead of two. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12ah8fll9/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68239 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68239 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:25:10 +0000 Get text alerts sent to your phone. 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DiNapoli's announcement came on Day 25 of the standoff in the senate between Republicans and Democrats. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12a13svpf/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68242 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68242 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:40:24 +0000 Unemployment numbers may have dropped slightly, but there are still plenty of people turning to job support groups to help them find work. Katy Shafer and Valerie Stanek started the Parachute Group organization two years ago as a way to give back to the community. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12ael22rr/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68222 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68222 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:25:41 +0000 State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo in town Thursday to unveil a new website designed to increase government consolidation. The website reformnygov.com features interactive maps showing the number of local governments and special districts by county. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12a63l7qv/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68237 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68237 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:25:10 +0000 An Amherst teen is in critical condition at ECMC after a spectacular overnight crash. The accident happened just after 2 A.M. on Meyer Road in the town, which is near the intersection of North Bailey and Maple. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12agc0mn8/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68229 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68229 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 01:10:09 +0000 One of Buffalo's cultural jewels will soon be open only four days a week as it continues to try and manage its resources during the economic downturn. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12a5ccus4/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68232 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68232 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:10:09 +0000 A judge reserved on rendering a verdict after the non jury trial of two former members of the Wilson High School baseball team concluded Wednesday Night in Wilson Town Court. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/local/Buffalo/WGRZ_2/SIG=12ae0ug1g/**http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wgrz.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory.aspx%3Fstoryid%3D68219 http://www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=68219 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:25:19 +0000 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 10:55:24 +0000