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Matt Milano looks to ramp up injury recovery process at Bills training camp
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Checking the progress at training camp of key Buffalo Bills defensive players returning from major injuries has been atop the to-do list the last few years. Matt Milano's in my sights this time around, though it already seems his progress far ahead of where those...
Making Democracy Work: Let’s find more ways to encourage our youth to vote
Have you ever thought about the ways that our country might change if everybody voted? If all the citizens, young and old, could register their opinions by going to the polls? Where could we start to make that happen?. It has been estimated that by February 2024 a total of...
With record-breaking July, where does 2024 rank as a tornado year in New York?
This has been a record-breaking July for tornadoes in New York, with 16 already confirmed statewide. Where does 2024 rank for the state and nationwide for tornadoes?. The 16 twisters in July alone puts New York well above its annual average of 8 tornadoes over the past 25 years. Dating back to 1950, there has been an average of roughly 7 tornadoes per year.
This Day in the Near Future is Upstate NY’s Worst Night of Sleep
Yes, there's a study for everything and now, according to Amerisleep, there is actually a night in the very near future that is New York's worst night for sleep, according to a study. The study looks at each state and for New York, the worst night of the year for...
Eighteen Mile Creek proposed clean up plan, community comments welcome
NEW YORK — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency proposed a new cleanup plan on Friday for a portion of the Eighteen Mile Creek Superfund site in Niagara County. The EPA is asking the public to comment on the plan starting Friday, July 19 until August 19. EPA will host a public meeting at Newfane Townhall located at 2737 Main Street, Newfane, on August 1 at 6 p.m.
Shelter Announce Northeast Headlining Dates
Shelter announced a four-date run of headlining dates for September on their Instagram. Yes, I can see the gears turning in your head going “I know the name Shelter, but I can’t remember from where.” Well, to remind you, Shelter is the Hare Krishna-based band from Youth of Today vocalist Ray Cappo that he started in the early ‘90s. Once they started banning Hare Krishnas from airports, I guess the religion needed a new way to spread their message, and hardcore punk seemed like the next most viable option.
New pedestrian bridge travels to Buffalo by Erie Canal
A 266-foot pedestrian bridge is making its way to Buffalo down the Erie Canal after a trek from Italy on two 195-foot barges. The post New pedestrian bridge travels to Buffalo by Erie Canal first appeared on Spotlight News.
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...
Buffalo leaders, organizations are working to end large fights downtown
BUFFALO, N.Y. — After a pattern of fights between young people have broken out in downtown Buffalo, Buffalo Police, Buffalo Public Schools, and Peacekeepers Buffalo are working together to end them. A fight on Wednesday included at least 10 kids. Two people were stabbed and transported to the hospital....
Carucci Take 2: Top five offensive storylines for Bills training camp
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Here are my five thoughts on the Buffalo Bills’ offense as the team gets ready to report to training camp July 24 at St. John Fisher University:. 1. Now that the offense is fully in Joe Brady’s hands, it’s going to be so interesting to see how these practices unfold.
New-Look Buffalo Bills Offense Ranks 21st in NFL Skill Position Rankings
Can Josh Allen and the rest of the Buffalo Bills‘ offense overcome the loss of Stefon Diggs and Gabriel Davis. If it weren’t for Josh Allen, the Buffalo Bills would be much lower on this list. The perennial All-Pro signal caller will be heading into 2024 with perhaps the worst weaponry of his career after losing pro bowl wideout Stefon Diggs and one of the better number two or three receivers in the league in Gabriel Davis.
Bills Camp Preview: Conner McGovern gets his shot at center
Bills training camp is just a few days away. To get you ready, we will preview one position group each day between now and the first practice at St. John Fisher. We’ll break down each position’s strengths, weaknesses and what single player or factor will most swing the outlook of that spot for 2024.
Great Stuff You Can Do At Canalside On A Nice Buffalo Day
Western New York has many great things to do all over the region, regardless of the time of year. Whether it's tobogganing in the winter, picking world-class apples in the fall, or laying on a fresh-water beach in the summer, the 716 has something fun to offer just about everyone.
Buffalo Man Convicted of Burglary and Grand Larceny After Swift Jury Decision
(WNY News Now) – Buffalo – A Buffalo man faces up to 7 years in prison following his conviction for burglary and grand larceny after a rapid jury verdict. Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announces that a jury has found 38-year-old Sergio J. Brooks of Buffalo guilty of one count of Burglary in the Third Degree (Class “D” felony) and one count of Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree (Class “E” felony). Jurors rendered their decision yesterday afternoon after less than four hours of deliberation following a one-day trial, convicting the defendant of both counts in the indictment.
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