I don't know about Western NY, but on Nov. 14th WPTZ Channel 5 out of Plattsburgh, NY carried a story about a Mountain Lion that was captured on tape by a Homeland Security Camera near the border. Here's the link to see the broadcast story.
http://www.thechamplainchannel.com/index.html

Scroll down the page and near the bottom on the left is the link Nov. 14th Mountain Lion sighting?

It might not be 100% conclusive, but it is damn convincing to say the least. Just thought I'd add a little more fuel to the fire

Mr. .45-70