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Non-profit providing 100 local families with free home repairs
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Eight Days of Hope begins its week-long journey to repair homes in Buffalo's Ellicott District this weekend. Over 1,500 volunteers, from 50 organizations in 37 states and Canada are coming together from July 20 to July 27. Eight Days of Hope (EDOH) is a Christian, non-profit...
Joey Votto getting closer to Toronto Blue Jays debut
Joey Votto has yet to appear in the majors with the Toronto Blue Jays this season. He got one step closer on Friday. The Buffalo Bisons, the Blue Jays Triple-A team, announced that Votto will join them on Friday. While Votto did sign a minor league deal, one has to imagine that a strong showing in Buffalo would lead to a return to the majors.
UB football coach Pete Lembo’s game plan: Build a ‘Warrior Spirit’
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — UB Bulls football coach Pete Lembo has a passion for classic rock, WWII movies, all things British, and, of course, football. That’s the inside intel shared by his wife, Jen, Wednesday night when she introduced him for an engaging fireside chat entitled ‘UB Football 101’ during the weekly UB Newman Center Bridge […]
Buffalo Rumblinks, 7/20: Previewing Buffalo Bills training camp.
The Buffalo Bills are set to return to St. John Fisher University for their training camp following a break after mandatory minicamp. Buffalo’s rookie class, led by wide receiver Keon Coleman, safety Cole Bishop, and defensive tackle DeWayne Carter, reported to Fisher on Tuesday, with the rest of the team reporting on July 23 and the first official practice session occurring on July 24.
Wildfire Smoke Will Bring Haze To Western New York
Things might look a little bit hazy in Western New York today. Smoke from the wildfires in Canada and in the Western Part of the United States is sweeping across Lake Erie and into Western New York. READ MORE: WILDFIRE SMOKE FROM CANADA COULD IMPACT AIR QUALITY ACROSS NEW YORK...
$100,000 Winning Lottery Ticket Sold In Western New York
This weekend was a very lucky weekend for one lottery player in Western New York. The New York State Lottery announced that a 2nd place-winning LOTTO ticket was sold in North Tonawanda. The ticket was sold at Budwey's Market In The Square located on Divison Street in North Tonawanda, which...
N.Y. Lottery: Second-place LOTTO ticket worth over $100,000 sold
NORTH TONAWANDA, N.Y. — Someone is walking away with over $100,000 after drawing a second-place New York LOTTO ticket last night in Niagara County. A $103,023 ticket got purchased Division Street’s Budwey’s Market, up in North Tonawanda. You can definitely get a few little treats with those...
God’s Love We Deliver Celebrates Special Evening at Lisa and James Cohen’s Hamptons Estate
Every year, God’s Love We Deliver hosts its annual Midsummer Night Drinks event to support its lifesaving, medically tailored meal program that delivers nutritious food directly to New Yorkers suffering from severe and chronic illness. This year’s soiree was held on Saturday evening at the oceanfront East Hampton estate of Galerie Magazine Founder and Editorial Director Lisa Fayne Cohen and husband, James Cohen.
Eternal Flame Hike at Chestnut Ridge- July 24, 2024- Orchard Park, NY
Eternal Flame Hike at Chestnut Ridge Park on July 24, 2024 at 6pm led by Erie County Park Rangers. FREE but register. August 21 at 6pm- Call 716-858-8355- no registration on their site, may be full or error. September 11- 5:30pm- Register. September 18- 5:30pm- Register.
‘Elegant Creature’ Spotted In New York State For The 1st Time
An "elegant creature" was just spotted in New York State for the first time. We learned why this may have "unprecedented" event likely happened. A flamingo flew to the Empire State. Flamingo Arrives In New York State. American Flamingos are typically found in the Caribbean, Mexico, and northern parts of...
7 Hudson Valley Eateries Receive Critical Health Code Violations
Health inspectors have discovered multiple critical health code violations at seven Hudson Valley eateries including popular Italian restaurants, pizzerias, Asian restaurants and a highly-rated eatery. The New York State Department of Health regularly inspects restaurants throughout the state to protect residents from foodborne illnesses. During these inspections, officials look for...
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