The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) has announced that construction is continuing on the Interstate 190/Interstate 290 interchange in the town of Tonawanda, Erie County.  As a result, the ramp from Interstate 190 southbound to Interstate 290 eastbound (Exit 16) will be closed to truck traffic beginning on Monday, August 22.

Governor signs bill to strengthen state law against distracted driving

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Senator Timothy M. Kennedy (D-58th District) announced texting while driving is now a primary violation of state law, after Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a bill to crack down on distracted driving Tuesday.

For years, texting while driving was only a secondary offense. Law enforcement could only stop a driver distracted by a handheld electronic device if he or she were violating another traffic law (speeding, reckless driving, etc.). That changed today when the Governor signed the bill, which Senator Kennedy co-sponsored.

HAMBURG, NY - Buffalonians looking for a new car this summer now have expanded options as West Herr Ford brings the 2012 Ford Focus to town.

Focusing on the importance of fuel economy to lessen the burden of today's rising gas prices, the 2012 Ford Focus boasts 28mpg city and an impressive 40 mpg highway.  The engine isn’t a hybrid; it’s a 2.0-liter I4 that generates 160 horsepower and 149 pound-feet of torque.

The new Focus comes equipped with a variety of features for comfort, convenience, and safety including a new Electronic Power Assist Steering (EPAS) System that automatically adjusts to deliver precise responses at high speed and optimal maneuverability at slower speeds when needed.