Local Lowe’s worker saves co-worker’s life
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) — A local man went to work on Nov. 18 just like any other day. “I got up, it was a beautiful day, I had a great mood, everything was good and I was just doing a four hour shift,” said James “Jim” Schroeder, who mixes paint at Lowe’s. “Jerry said […]
Mayors of Buffalo, Niagara Falls, NYC lay out city finance issues for state lawmakers...
BUFFALO, N.Y. — In Albany it was a busy day Wednesday as state lawmakers heard from Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan, Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino, and other mayors from cities across the state. They laid out their requests for funding and other state support to help address budget challenges...
Music legend announces new tour dates celebrating 90th birthday
A music legend is going on tour to celebrate his 90th birthday. Blues great Buddy Guy announced his 2026 tour dates Tuesday, just over a week after winning a Grammy Award for Best Traditional Blues Album with “Ain’t Done with the Blues.” Concerts include one Upstate New York stop on July 18 at Kleinhans Music Hall in...
Vehicles impounded, subjects interviewed after shots fired at Tops on Jefferson
Buffalo police announced that three vehicles have been impounded and several subjects have been interviewed after a shots fired call at the Tops on Jefferson Ave. on Saturday.
New: A Newlywed Couple Just Opened Amherst’s Newest Persian Gem
For Yoones Khanjani and Amber Hosein, the journey to opening their new Persian spot on Maple Road in Amherst began around the corner at UB. The newlyweds met there as students back in 2019, and while the two were busy hitting the books, they realized the campus food scene was missing healthy, vibrant meals that...
AG James bans gun accessory tied to Buffalo shooting, secures $1.75M settlement
Police and FBI agents continue their investigation of the shooting at Tops Market on May 16, 2022 in Buffalo. The settlement requires $1.75 million in restitution for victims and survivors of the 2022 Tops mass shooting in Buffalo. [ more › ]
Mean Arms $1.75 million settlement sends a message
Attorney General Lettia James settles $1.75 million case against Mean Arms in connection with the Tops Market 5/14 shootings that left 10 dead and three injured.
West Seneca residents continue to debate proposal for Kloc’s Grove Banquet Center
People in West Seneca continue to debate the plans for the Kloc's Grove Banquet Center. The proposal would see Hotel-Style Villas by the Banquet Center. A hearing Monday night discussed rezoning and special use permits for the site. A representative for the company said there's demand for amenities like it...
5 Places to Get the Viral Fruit Pastries Everyone’s Obsessed With in WNY
If your feed has been flooded with glossy fruit-topped pastries lately, you’re not imagining it. The viral fruit pastry trend is officially having a moment and these WNY cafes and dessert shops are fully on board. Think flaky layers, silky custard, and perfectly placed strawberries, kiwi, and mango that look almost...
💰 Key Tax & Fee Dates for Buffalo Property Owners
If you own property in Buffalo, here’s a quick guide to the city’s main tax and fee dates:. File exemptions by December 1. Challenge assessments between December 1–31. Final assessment roll is posted March 1.

















