Fat Bob’s Smokehouse celebrates grand reopening
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A popular Allentown eatery located near Delaware Avenue celebrated its grand reopening this weekend after weeks of renovations. Fat Bob’s Smokehouse is open again after renovating its Virginia Place location. The restaurant took the opportunity to cater to parade goers during the several St....
Erie County Fair announces 2026 pie competition details
The Erie County Fair is celebrating Pi Day by highlighting its Culinary Arts competitions. In 2026, the pie class will feature three classic double-crust American heirloom fruit pies: cherry, apple, and blueberry. Bakers of all skill levels are invited to participate.
Maine-Endwell tops Grand Island to advance to Class A State Final Four
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – The Maine-Endwell Spartans face off with (VI) Grand Island in the Class A regional for a shot at advancing to the NYSPHSAA Final Four! The Spartans would do just that and punch their ticket, as led by Preston Ocker with 25 points and Marco Konrad with 22, they would top the […]
Homestead Plan draws about 100 applications, 17 sales of vacant city-owned lots so far
BUFFALO, N.Y. — About 100 people and/or organizations have applied to acquire vacant city-owned lots through Buffalo’s Homestead Plan, an initiative aimed at turning unused land into housing, gardens, and other neighborhood improvements. The Buffalo Common Council approved the plan at the end of November 2025 during...
Power outages reported across WNY
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Several power outages have been reported across Western New York as a high wind warning remains in effect for Southern Erie and Chautauqua Counties until 8 p.m. Monday, March 16. Click the following links for a look at the current outage numbers by county, as reported by National...
Improvement for parade before strong winds and colder air return to WNY
Some spotty and light snow will greet the Western New York region early Sunday, before fading away as temperatures begin to moderate across the Buffalo-Niagara area.
Crews respond to fire at Minnesota Avenue apartment complex
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Crews responded to a fire that broke out at an apartment building at 217 Minnesota Ave. in the city of Buffalo on Sunday afternoon that displaced eight individuals. Officials said crews responded to the scene around 4:50 p.m. at the two-story, six-unit apartment complex to reports of a...
Niagara County Department of Social Services reminds families to file for Empire State Child...
The Niagara County Department of Social Services is reminding families to file for the Empire State Child Credit. The department says households with the lowest income, or even no income, can receive the maximum for the Empire State Child Credit. “New York State wants to be sure that families are...
Seven displaced by fire in Tonawanda apartment building
CITY OF TONAWANDA, N.Y. — A fire at an apartment building in the City of Tonawanda drew a response from multiple fire companies Saturday night, with residents now receiving assistance from The Red Cross. Crews were dispatched to an apartment building on Young Street in Tonawanda at around 10:30...
Butter lambs, Easter treats return to Broadway Market
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Easter Sunday is officially three weeks away, and for many Western New Yorkers, that means an upcoming trip to the Broadway Market. From smoked meats to pierogis, horseradish and butter lambs, the market offers a wide variety of Easter treats, featuring the best of Buffalo’s food and history....
