OUT LOUD: Audiobooks are real books
So my good friend Craig Bacon has been harassing me for months to do a series of reviews on audiobooks. And I’m finally capitulating. But before I commence with the…
Ryan wins Buffalo mayoral primary
Sean Ryan convincingly won today’s mayoral Democratic primary in the city of Buffalo, taking 46.45 percent of the vote, according to the Erie County Board of Elections. Interim Mayor Christopher…
Byron Brown to step down
Buffalo mayor to take job with Western Regional OTB Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown made it official this afternoon, announcing that he is stepping down for the post he has held…
85-year-old woman skydives through WNY on her way to 1,000 jumps
It’s believed that about 1% of people have — at some point — gone skydiving. And just a fraction of a percent have gone more than once. So a person…
New food truck will ‘roll’ into WNY this week
A new addition is coming to Western New York’s food truck lineup. Cousins Maine Lobster is expanding its lobster roll empire with a truck service Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse. A…
Happy birthday to Sal ‘The Barber’ Maglie
Today, April 26, 2024, marks the 107th anniversary of Sal Maglie’s birth. One of the most influential athletes to come out of Western New York, Maglie grew up in the…
Buffalo mayor agrees with death penalty decision for Tops shooter
City of Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown said via statement today that he agrees with the Department of Justice decision to seek the death penalty against the 2022 Tops shooter. Brown…
Kennedy gets Dem nod in NY26 race
The Erie County Democratic committee unanimously endorsed state Senator Tim Kennedy to carry their torch in the 26th Congressional District seat soon to be vacated by Congressman Brian Higgins. Kennedy…
Rep. Langworthy calls for Defense Secretary Austin to resign
Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) called for the resignation of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin today. In a media release, Langworthy said, “Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin failed to disclose to the White…
Byron Brown opts against Congressional run
City of Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown announced today that he will not run for election in the soon-to-be vacated 26th Congressional District. Brown said, “After careful consideration and discussing with…