WLVL Local News: Headlines Sun 10-19
Posted: October 19, 2025 - 1:34am CDT
WLVL Local News: Headlines 10-18-25
Posted: October 18, 2025 - 1:45am CDT
Niagara Falls Police are searching for a missing vulnerable adult. William Baughman, 67, was last seen on Friday, October 17, around 1:30 a.m., near 15th Street driving a 2014 gray Nissan sedan, with the license plate LEF-4507. Police say he may be in need of medical attention. Baughman seen wearing a black hat, green hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts are asked to call 911.
According to a press release from the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office a 74-year-old woman, identified as Adele M. Sullivan, was driving southbound on Lockport-Olcott Road in Newfane when the vehicle drifted into the northbound lane then off the road. Authorities say Sullivan may have suffered from a medical event, causing the crash.
Arrid conditions continue to take a toll on those who rely on wells in Western New York. Combating the drought while running out of water can be taxing on the body and soul. According to neighbors, more than a dozen homes along a two mile stretch if Indian Falls Road in Pembroke have been without water for weeks and in cases months
WQBE News: Marshall Univ homecomong brings in big bucks to Huntington
Posted: October 18, 2025 - 12:59am CDT
Thousands of people are in Huntington for Marshall University’s homecoming. With the flood of people, local business owners like Taps owner Ray Frye are welcoming them into their stores with open arms. “Homecoming weekend is always busy for us,” Frye said. “I know there’s parades this weekend, there’s rallies this weekend, there’s all kinds of stuff going on downtown Huntington. So the homecoming always brings a good crowd to us.” Friday marked the annual homecoming parade, filling the streets with floats, community members and many former Marshall alumni like the voice of Wheel of Fortune Jim Thornton, who is this year’s homecoming Grand Marshal. The boost to business from the homecoming crowd only a week before Halloween is great for any small business.
WQBE News: WVA hardwood businesses want to be included iin tariff relief the sames as farmers
Posted: October 18, 2025 - 12:57am CDT
West Virginia hardwood businesses and hundreds across the country are urging the Trump administration to provide direct tariff relief for the industry if the president does it for farmers – something that did not happen when they were caught up in the impact of a 2018 trade war. Prior to that, hardwoods were the second most imported product to China behind soy beans. Now new tariffs and trade wars are hitting. “We ask that the hardwood industry be considered in that relief as well because forestry, in our opinion, is a part of agriculture – just a longer term crop rotation,” said.West Virginia Forestry Association Executive Director Bob Boyles
WQBE News: Sen Capito expresses concerns for government workers not getting paid and non-profits
Posted: October 18, 2025 - 12:56am CDT
The government shutdown has entered its third week, and Sen. Shelley Moore Capito expressed her concerns during a weekly conference call with reporters on Thursday. Capito highlighted the challenges faced by government employees who are not receiving pay and the potential repercussions for non-profit organizations. Said Capito “I know non-profits, I know many of them that are on short dollars and they rely on funding dollars for grants,”.Capito emphasized the importance of grant renewals for these organizations and noted ongoing efforts in Washington and her district to support them.
WQBE News: WVDOH scraps plans for widening roads in Teays Valley
Posted: October 18, 2025 - 12:53am CDT
The West Virginia Division of Highways h a proposed roads canceled a widening and roundabout project in Teays Valley due to divisiveness among residents and business owners. West Virginia Transportation Secretary Todd Rumbaugh said in a news release Friday the state is scrapping its plans after a series of public meetings that showed a disagreement between local residents, business owners and lawmakers.
WQBE News: Charleston man charged with terrorist threats on social media
Posted: October 18, 2025 - 12:52am CDT
A Charleston man is accused of making terroristic threats in social media messages to another man, court records said. Aiden Michael Leibowitz, 18, was arrested Tuesday after an investigation into threats involving another man at the University of Charleston, according to a criminal complaint filed in Kanawha County Magistrate Court on Tuesday. The complaint alleges that Leibowitz sent a man direct messages via Instagram that included pictures of himself holding an AR-15 along with messages threatening to shoot the man. Authorities said Leibowitz spoke to police in a non-custodial interview, where he confessed to sending the messages, but said he never intended on shooting the man or at the University of Charleston.
WLVL Local News: 10-17-25 PM Headlines
Posted: October 17, 2025 - 2:07pm CDT
Lockport Common Council voted to repair its sewer vacuum truck, damaged in an April accident. The city had received $213,000 from the insurance company for the truck and the repair bill was $228,000.The cost of a new model was $524,000.
A 74-year-old woman was driving southbound on Lockport-Olcott Road when the vehicle drifted off the road and into the fencing of Corwin Cemetery. The victim was transported to Lockport Memorial Hospital, where they were pronounced dead.
A new dementia care center is preparing to open its doors in Lockport, marking the first facility of its kind in Niagara County, as families continue to navigate the challenges of caregiving for loved ones with dementia.
Niagara Falls fire investigators are working to determine the cause of a Thursday morning fire at an auto repair business on 21st Street. City firefighters responded to Len’s Auto Repair at 646 21st St. about 3:55 a.m. Thursday.
Sabres in a Saturday matinee. 1pm puck drop vs. the Panthers at home.
WOND News: Atlantic City Marathon Traffic Implications
Posted: October 17, 2025 - 1:10pm CDT
Drivers will need to watch out for runners and detours as the 2025 Atlantic City Marathon Race Series returns this weekend. BreakingAC.com reports the two-day event will have athletes running throughout the Atlantic City and the Downbeach communities. The races will begin on the Atlantic City Boardwalk. Motorists will see an influx of traffic on both days. Residents and visitors should use caution when walking on the Boardwalk in Atlantic City and Ventnor. In addition, bicycles will be prohibited on the Boardwalk in Atlantic City and Ventnor from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Go to https://www.acraceseries.com for more information.
WOND News: Ocean City Schools Enrollment
Posted: October 17, 2025 - 11:03am CDT
Enrollment has declined in Ocean City’s schools due in large measure to demographic and economic changes impacting the city: The year-round population has aged, young families have moved out, and school-age children represent a smaller segment of the community.As a result, enrollment has dropped by close to 450 students over the last 10 years, from 2,142 in 2016 to 1,701 in 2024-25, and over the next five years enrollment is projected to decline still further, by more than 200 students and possibly close to 250.