Pictured: left to right- Assemblyman Mark Johns, Assemblyman Steve Hawley, Assemblyman Peter Lawrence, Assemblyman Brian Manktelow and Assemblywoman Marjorie Byrnes Assemblywoman Marjorie Byrnes (R,C-Caledonia) was among other political leaders from New York who are uniting their efforts to repeal bail reform. Yesterday, February 10th they held a collective press conference in Rochester. Byrnes, along with most law enforcement … [Read more...]
NYS SENATE REPUBLICAN “REPEAL BAIL REFORM TASK FORCE” HOLDS FIRST HEARING IN BUFFALO
BUFFALO, NY – The Repeal Bail Reform Task Force convened the first of a series of statewide hearings on the impact of the drastic criminal justice and bail reform changes that took effect on January 1. The hearing, which took place at the Mahoney Office Building in Buffalo, featured testimony from numerous professionals from the Western New York law enforcement community, including police chiefs and sheriffs, district attorneys … [Read more...]
Senator Gallivan and Many Other Officials United Against Bail Reform
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan joined Senate Minority Leader John J. Flanagan and other members of the Senate and Assembly in a rally to repeal bail reform. A statewide coalition of law enforcement and district attorneys also participated in the event at the NY State Capitol. Under One Party Rule, New York enacted bail “reform,” discovery “reform,” and other criminal justice “reforms” without a single Republican vote. According to the … [Read more...]
Stamps Increasing Five Cents
The U.S. Postal Service is getting the biggest increase in its history starting this January 27, 2019. The cost of a Forever stamp, or mailing a one-ounce letter, jumps from 50 cents to 55 cents. This is the third annual increase in a row. Stamps rose from from 49 to 50 cents on Jan. 21 of this year Each additional ounce for a First Class Mail letter will cost an extra $0.15. Similarly, Priority Mail Express will see an average … [Read more...]
Danielle Allen Sentenced 3-9 Years in Prison
Danielle Allen, who's been at the center of a long case regarding the death of her boyfriend, has been sentenced to 3-9 years on the charge of reckless cause of death, which carries a maximum sentence of 5-15 years. In November 2016, Allen was arrested following the death of Marcus Postell, who suffered a stab wound in the chest by scissors in their shared home. Four hours after the crime was committed, Allen registered a BAC of .21. Allen, … [Read more...]
Restaurant Owner Pleads Guilty to the Unlawful Employment of Illegal Immigrants
Restaurant owner Sergio Mucino of Buffalo pleaded guilty to tax evasion and conspiracy to unlawfully employ more than ten illegal immigrants. The charges carry a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo, who is handling the case, stated that the defendant owned and operated multiple restaurants in the Western New York area, including: Don Tequila, located at 73 Allen Street, Buffalo; … [Read more...]
Chris Collins Suspends Re-Election Campaign After Insider Trading Charges
GENESEO — New York Republican Rep. Chris Collins suspended his campaign for re-election on Saturday after he was indicted on charges of insider trading. Collins decision marks a change from the statements made on Wednesday, where Collins said he still intended to continue running for re-election. "After extensive discussion with my family and my friends over the last few days, I have decided that it is in the best interests of the … [Read more...]
Insider Trading Charges a Bitter Pill for Collins as Adversaries Attack
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Local officials reacted with upset and confusion at today’s announcement that Congressman Chris Collins, his son and a friend were indicted on charges Wednesday of insider trading and lying to federal officials -- Democrats saying the indictment is a sign of how distant Collins is from his district and Republicans urging people not to rush to judgement. Livingston County Democratic Committee Chair Judith Hunter said the news … [Read more...]
Two State Grants Open for Local Firefighters, Fowl Hunters
A pair of grants announced today by the state Department of Environmental Conservation could benefit Livingston County volunteer firefighters and fowl hunters. Due August 10, the Volunteer Fire Assistance grant program is available specifically to smaller departments serving rural areas. Last year, the program, which is funded by the U.S. Forest Service, provided $1,500 grants to 319 separate departments serving communities with less than … [Read more...]
New York State Police Announce Start of “Speed Week”
GENESEO— The New York State Police Department urges drivers to slow down and pay more attention to the road as they begin the "Speed Week" enforcement campaign. The campaign will run from June 7 until June 13, during which troopers will be using both marked State Police vehicles as well as Concealed Identity Traffic Enforcement (CITE) vehicles. "Our top priority, as with all traffic enforcement, is safety," said New York State Police … [Read more...]