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19th Annual Taste of Orchard Park
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The 19th annual Taste of Orchard Park is serving up tasty treats and more on Wednesday and is encouraging people to attend with an appetite. The event will be held at the Four Corners in the Village of Orchard Park from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Dion Dawkins collaborating with Delta Sonic to donate school supplies
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo Bill Dion Dawkins, in collaboration with Delta Sonic, is collecting school supplies for children in need through the Dion’s Dreamers foundation. New school supplies will be accepted at all Buffalo and Niagara Falls Delta Sonic convenience stores now through Aug. 23. Suggested materials...
Police search for missing 15-year-old girl in Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Police need your help in locating a missing 15-year-old girl. Jamiah Coleman was last seen in the area of Moreland Street near Bailey Avenue in Buffalo on July 12 around 5:15 p.m. Coleman is described as a Black female, about 5'2" tall, weighing approximately...
The Buffalo Garden Walk approaches
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Garden Walk will be in full bloom next weekend and welcomes visitors from all over to come checkout the more than 300 gardens around the city. Happening on July 27 and 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. walkers can take the free self guided tour and utilize free shuttles circulating throughout the neighborhoods for an easier walk.
Akron East football preview: Ziaire Stevens, Dragons have ‘a lot in the tank’ — 2024 camp tour
BEREA, Ohio — Akron East is bolstered by two Power Four prospects in Ziaire Stevens, who is committed to Purdue, and Terrell Wharton Jr. as a two-way standout with offers from the Boilermakers, Penn State, Wisconsin and more. Stevens rushed for 2,001 yards and 20 touchdowns last year. They...
Be The Star In This New Buffalo Bills Commercial
Is the saying “Go Bills!” part of your everyday vocabulary?. Do you live and breathe the Bills Mafia blue and red?. Then you are exactly the kind of person we are looking for!. Casting Buffalo, a premier film, TV, and commercial casting company in Western New York, is...
Ithaca, Cortland County sees job growth since June ’23
ALBANY, NY (CortacaToday) — Jobs are on the rise in the Southern Tier. According to new data from the New York Department of Labor, Ithaca had roughly 57,700 jobs in June 2023. That’s increased to about 58,500, equating to a gain of 0.8%. Cortland County also saw an...
Legislators Mulé and Koslow Applaud Enhanced State Funding for Freeport PD, Local Law Enforcement
Recently, July 16, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a record State investment of nearly $51 million for public safety on Long Island. Nassau County agencies received $1,494,692 and Suffolk County agencies received $1,307,677 for the GIVE funding cycle that runs from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. This funding also includes approximately $21.1 million in one-time capital funding to 39 police departments and sheriffs’ offices – including $387,042 for the purchase of law enforcement technology and equipment to allow those agencies more effectively solve, reduce and prevent crime.
Hornell home grown: City weighs options after NYS finalizes cannabis cultivation rules
With the state Cannabis Control Board finalizing rules for home cannabis cultivation in New York late last month, Hornell officials are considering local action to codify the dos and don'ts of growing marijuana in the Maple City. “New York state opened this can of worms and now local governments have...
Reg Lenna Hosting Summer Block Party with Honky Tonk Heroes July 25
The free event starts at 5:30 p.m. in front of the theater on East Third Street. Honky Tonk Heroes will perform from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. Reg staff and board will sell beverages. WRFA will broadcast from under the theater marquee during the Local Music Rush Hour from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Buffalo Mass Shooter Arguing to Avoid Death Penalty
Federal attorneys filed arguments against rejecting Tops shooter too young for death penalty consideration. After driving several hours from central New York to Buffalo with the intent of killing as many people as possible in May 2022, the person responsible for killing 10 people in the Tops on Jefferson Avenue was 18 years old, a legal adult under U.S. law.
Eight Days of Hope's Buffalo volunteering event helping 100 Ellicott District homeowners in need with free home repairs
Eight Days of Hope is helping build a better Buffalo this week with free home repairs for homeowners in need located in Buffalo’s Ellicott District. Read more from WBEN:
FEMALE ASTRONAUT HONORED IN E’VILLE
A partnership between Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce and Griffis Sculpture Park is bringing a ten-foot-tall bronze statue of astronaut Tracy Caldwell Dyson, one of NASA’s most prominent women, to downtown Ellicottville. “We’ve worked with Griffis Sculpture Park the past few years to bring an inspirational statue to the four corners of Ellicottville,” says Brian McFadden, executive director of the Chamber. “With the majority of Ellicottville’s business owners or co-owners being women, we wanted to keep with the theme of showcasing a female role model.” The work, created by Australian collaborative artists Gillie and Marc Schattner, was donated to Griffis. See it at the Village Gazebo through fall.
Infinity Song Headlines Beau Fleuve
Beau Fleuve Music & Arts Festival is back for its eighth celebration weekend at Buffalo Central Terminal. On August 25, traipse through local art, listen to live music, and enjoy delicious food. This lively cultural festival offers a diverse lineup of artists, performing musicians, and food vendors—and is intended for all ages. This year’s headliner is Infinity Song, a NYC-based soft rock and R&B band that has released three albums under the label Roc Nation. Beau Fleuve also teamed up with the Exchange at Beverly Gray to bring back the Pull Up & Pitch competition: a fast-paced pitch fest where minority-owned business owners deliver elevator speeches to a panel of judges to secure capital, coworking space, and free advisement.
Canisius' Strong ready to continue pursuing dream of big leagues after selection in MLB Draft
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The dream of any baseball player is to get drafted to MLB. Jackson Strong is no exception. “You write it on your thing in kindergarten, what do you want to be when you grow up? You want to be a baseball player," Strong said. It's a...
Exciting Hammond B3 Organist Tony Monaco Live at Jazz at Richardson
A Tribute to Jazz Organ Greats Dr. Lonnie Smith and Joey DeFrancesco. Jazz enthusiasts and music lovers, mark your calendars for an extraordinary community event! On Sunday, August 11th, at 4:30 pm, JazzBuffalo proudly presents the next installment of Jazz at Richardson, featuring the internationally acclaimed jazz organist Tony Monaco. This special tribute to Buffalo native Dr. Lonnie Smith and the late Joey DeFrancesco promises to be an unforgettable experience.
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