Amherst | Audacy

Gagliardo opts out of November race for 61st State Senate seat The Amherst businessman decides not to seek the seat in the November general election

March 4, 2026
Gov. Hochul hosts roundtable discussion with businesses, local leaders on impacts of tariffs The New York governor also continues her call for a $13.5 billion refund

March 2, 2026
Deadly overnight fire kills one in Amherst A firefighter was also hospitalized for evaluation

February 27, 2026
Mixed reaction to NFTA Metro Rail expansion project Amherst Chamber of Commerce president A.J. Baynes sees this as a positive, while Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger continues to speak out against it

February 12, 2026
NFTA Metro Rail expansion project passes federal review The Federal Transit Administration has completed a review of the NFTA's Metro Rail Expansion Project

February 11, 2026
How Dick's House of Sports, Costco will change retailing landscape Both retailers will open new Amherst locations in 2026

February 10, 2026
Amherst residents prefer restoring the Kensington to original Olmsted design Olmsted's park design remains a popular Kensington option

February 6, 2026
Dan Gagliardo still undecided on political future The Amherst businessman is talking with family about staying in the State Senate race

February 4, 2026
Zellner declares victory in special election for 61st State Senate seat The Democrat defeated Republican candidate Dan Gagliardo in a temporary fill

February 4, 2026
Developers have $4 million more reasons to advance Amherst sports complex 716 Sports Complex team pays $4.1 million for Amherst land

February 3, 2026