Republican and Democratic county leaders have stepped up the battle over a proposed local law that would make it easier to extend the 8.75% sales tax that consumers are charged
Erie County budget includes tax cut, spending hikes for police, libraries and tourism buffalonews.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from buffalonews.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Erie County leaders have struck a deal to cut the total amount of property taxes the county collects from taxpayers. Officials have also negotiated terms that will eliminate sales taxes
Former County Executive Joel Giambra says he's suspending his campaign for the 61st State Senate District, and is leaving the Republican Party altogether.