UPDATE: In a significant development, two defendants in the high-profile Buffalo Billion corruption case have reached a plea deal, aiming to avert a retrial. Court documents obtained by Spectrum News 1 confirm the agreement involves executives from COR Development, a Syracuse-based firm entangled in the ongoing scandal. This news breaks just as the legal community and the public await the next steps in this widely publicized case.
Additionally, the Orchard Park Town Board has approved a crucial rezoning plan surrounding the new Highmark Stadium, which is nearing its completion. This plan is expected to facilitate further development opportunities and enhance the area’s economic landscape.
In a relief for residents, the Chautauqua County Department of Health has lifted the boil water order for Fredonia. Health officials reported that the disruption in water treatment, which triggered the order, was rectified on January 23, 2024.
In other news, Mercy Flight Inc. of Buffalo has announced a plan to acquire Finger Lakes Ambulance. Leaders from both organizations believe that a unified model can effectively tackle shared challenges, including staffing shortages and rising operational costs.
Meanwhile, Micron Technology has reported record revenues and cash flow in its latest earnings call. This surge is attributed to heightened demand for memory chips and storage solutions that support artificial intelligence, as the company prepares to break ground on a new semiconductor manufacturing plant in Clay.
In a notable ecclesiastical appointment, Pope Leo XIV has named Bishop Ronald Hicks as the new archbishop of New York. This decision comes amid ongoing challenges facing the archdiocese, including immigration tensions and abuse settlements.
As the region braces for severe weather, local authorities warn of potential power outages due to forecasted wind gusts reaching up to 60 mph. Rain is expected to transition into snow overnight, particularly impacting areas south of Buffalo, where accumulations could reach 4-6 inches.
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