Erie County Probation

10/14/2026

If you pay for electricity or natural gas through one of the state's utility companies, you may qualify for savings!

Don't think you qualify? Think again!
Half of all New York households are now eligible for monthly relief through the Energy Affordability Program. Learn more and apply: ny.gov/eap

10/13/2026

Seven Western New York families have experienced the devastating loss of a newborn infant in the past two months. These deaths, investigated by the Erie County Medical Examiner’s Office, were all in infants 6 months of age and younger, with an unsafe sleeping environment as a contributing cause.

“Parents and caregivers are responsible for giving their babies a safe environment to play, grow and sleep. Having a sleeping infant in a bed or on a couch is taking a dangerous gamble with their health and life,” said Commissioner of Health Dr. Gale Burstein. “During the first year of life, infants develop neck strength and motor skills to adjust their position and coordinate movement if blankets, pillows or a person block their breathing. Until then, co-sleeping can cause suffocation and crush injuries, and tragically has led to preventable deaths of infants under 1 year of age in our community this year and in previous years.”

These recent deaths happened during relatively warm weather; a desire to keep these infants warm in cold conditions was not a factor. Now that winter is approaching, parents and caregivers should prioritize the best practices – the ABCs around safe sleep for babies:

Babies sleep Alone
On their Back
In a safe Crib
In a Smoke-free home

“Those four guiding principles represent hard lessons learned by parents, pediatricians and public health,” Dr. Burstein continued. “Parents should reinforce these recommendations with babysitters, grandparents, other children in a household, and anyone spending time with an infant. Please, share this information with people in your life who have infants or who are pregnant.”

https://www3.erie.gov/health/press/7-infant-deaths-past-two-months-erie-county-department-health-urges-parents-and-caregivers

10/12/2026

If you have tips about absconders, please call or email our confidential tip lines at 716-858-2800 or [email protected].

10/09/2026

On Monday, Oct. 12, the Family Court Building and probation offices in the building will be closed to the public. Probation officers will be available via email and phone. If you have any questions, please contact your officer.

10/09/2026

🐾 We would like to thank BPD Officer Matthew Cross for bringing therapy dog Chance for a visit today! We appreciate the smiles and cuddles, and we wish Chance well in his journey of helping crime victims, community members and law enforcement employees cope with trauma and stress!

10/07/2026

Domestic violence support takes a team. 💜

Within Erie County DSS, domestic violence professionals work alongside examiners, caseworkers, and the Domestic Violence Liaison to help coordinate practical support, safety planning, and services for survivors.

These roles work together to support safety, stability, and client-centered problem-solving.

📞 DSS Main Line: 716-858-6118
📠 Fax: 716-858-6136

During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we recognize the importance of having trained professionals who can help connect individuals and families with the support they need.

10/06/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that most women with a breast cancer diagnosis do not have a family history of this disease? Early detection through screenings - like mammograms - means there are more treatment options and potentially better outcomes.

Our Erie County Department of Health Cancer Services Program helps uninsured or underinsured women get screened for breast cancer.

Call (716) 858-7376 to learn more from our Cancer Services Program or click below.

https://www3.erie.gov/cancerservices/breast

10/06/2026

Over 104,000 people in Erie County have limited access to healthy foods. Many food items have increased in price. Food sustains our bodies, but it also connects us to our heritage, reflects our values, and links us to certain people and places. These resources will help us all access foods that are affordable, nutritious, filling, and right for our bodies.

Our Office of Health Equity has put together information about food access, healthy eating and local produce. If you need immediate information for food pantries or emergency food needs, please call 2-1-1.

https://www3.erie.gov/health/food-access

10/02/2026

From the NYS Governor's Traffic Safety Committee: October is Pedestrian Safety Month - a reminder that everyone has a role in keeping people safe on New York's roadways.

🚗 Drivers: Obey speed limits and stay alert, especially in neighborhoods and around schools.

🚶 Pedestrians: Use sidewalks and marked crosswalks. Look and listen before crossing.

09/30/2026

Check out this vocational training program or others offered by Erie 1 BOCES Workforce Development at wfd.e1b.org/ourprograms.

🔧 Workforce Buffalo Plumbing Career Pathway Program is now accepting applications!

📆 Program Dates & Application Deadlines
Day Class:
• 1/4/27 - 3/4/27, Monday - Thursday, 8am - 1pm, Application Deadline: 12/11/26
Evening Classes :
• 1/4/27 - 3/11/27, Monday - Thursday, 5pm - 9:30pm, Application Deadline: 12/11/26
• 4/19/27 - 6/17/27, Monday - Thursday, 5pm - 9:30pm, Application Deadline: 3/26/27

📍 Location:
Erie 1 BOCES Workforce Development – South Campus
950 Thruway Plaza Dr, Cheektowaga, NY 14225

🎓 Eligibility Requirements:
• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must be 18 or older
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

✅ This program may be for you if you are:
• Recently laid off or terminated
• Still seeking employment after unemployment benefits have ended
• Finding that gig work no longer provides reliable income
• Experiencing a household loss of income

🔥 Gain hands‑on training, industry‑recognized skills, and a pathway into a reliable, in‑demand plumbing career.

🌐 Apply at: https://loom.ly/e-tOcsY