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Games·Local News·News·Sports
March 10, 2026

Blue Jays back to the World Series?

Bisons parent looking for that final 90 feet Dunedin, Florida… As far as the vibe and the buzz at any Spring Training complex, the air in Dunedin, Florida, which has been the
DillonBrooks
Sports
March 6, 2026

Dillon Brooks Arrested And The Timing Could Not Be Worse

Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Scottsdale, Arizona early Friday morning, TMZ Sports first reported. He was taken into custody around 2 AM
AaronRodgers

Aaron Rodgers’ Wife Has Everyone Talking And What’s Been Confirmed Will Surprise You

Aaron Rodgers’ wife is the most talked-about mystery in the NFL right

From the Hamptons to Manhattan: What Cross-Examination in the Alexander Brothers Trial Revealed About Maya’s Account

In United States v. Oren, Tal, and Alon Alexander, being tried before

BestSelf Behavioral Health Awarded Nearly $50,000 in Local and State Grants

BestSelf Behavioral Health (BBH) today announced four new grant awards that will help them advance new programming, expand existing services, and sustain vital programs,
May 23, 2024
Local News

Niagara County Recognizes EMS Week

The Niagara County Legislature has passed a resolution recognizing May 19 through May 25 as “National EMS Week,” a time to honor our emergency
May 22, 2024
Local News

Niagara Action: The Go-to Source for Comprehensive Coverage of Niagara Falls Crime

When it comes to staying informed about crime in Niagara Falls, one website stands out from the rest – Niagara Action. With its commitment
May 22, 2024
Crime·Niagara Falls

SoleTurn: Orchestrating a Resurgence of Music in Buffalo!

By Sebastian Cole In the current music scene, it is a rare group that can take the sounds of a bygone era and compose
April 24, 2024
Arts & Culture·Featured·Local News·Music·Pop

SoleTurn Eclipse Track Will Hit This Week

By Tony Farina I had a wonderful viewing spot for the solar eclipse on Monday as rock band SoleTurn’s lead singer Vik Bhargava and
April 9, 2024
Local News·Music·Pop

SoleTurn Has Big Eclipse Night Planned on the Lake

By Tony Farina The weather is looking up here in the Buffalo area for next Monday’s total solar eclipse and the path of totality
April 1, 2024
Featured·Local News·Music·Pop

Sportsmen’s Concert Big Hit for SoleTurn, More to Come

By Tony Farina “It was awesome! Kind of brought a new set of people to the Sportsmen’s Tavern in Buffalo, lots of suburbanites like
March 27, 2024
Featured·Local News·Music·Opinion·Pop

‘Under The Spell of Its Weirdness’ – Charles Burchfield Records His Impressions of a Partial Solar Eclipse

By Bill Cliff From his own experience of a solar eclipse, Buffalo’s premier painter has left us distinctive signs to look for as we
March 22, 2024
Featured·Local News·Opinion·Visual Arts

Packed House Expected Saturday for SoleTurn at Sportsmen’s Tavern

By Tony Farina The rock band SoleTurn is expecting a great house on Saturday night, March 23, for their concert at the legendary Sportsmen’s
March 22, 2024
Arts & Culture·Featured·Local News·Music·Pop

Former Assistant U.S. Attorney Brian M. Feldman Launches Aurelian Law, Focused on Crisis Response and High-Stakes Litigation

Aurelian Law PLLC announces the launch of an independent law firm focused on crisis response, government investigations, and high-stakes litigation. Aurelian Law PLLC is
March 20, 2024
Crime and Justice·Featured·Local News·News

Cultural Appropriation Reaches Absurd Level as Non-Native Americans Seek to Preserve Concrete Turtle as Historic Landmark

Cultural appropriation is at the heart of the City’s looming dispute and may cost taxpayers millions. A dome-shaped building on the edge of Niagara
February 16, 2024
Architecture·Featured·Local News·Niagara Falls·Niagara Falls Redevelopment

Concrete Controversy: Niagara’s ‘Turtle’ Teeters on Historic Designation; Will Taxpayers Shell Out?

Cultural appropriation is at the heart of the City’s looming dispute and may cost taxpayers millions. A dome-shaped building on the edge of Niagara
January 30, 2024
Architecture·Featured·Local News·Niagara Falls·Niagara Falls Redevelopment

The Plan to Expose the False Conviction of Jerry Sandusky

Yesterday, an anonymous comment arrived on the Frank Report story From Trailer Park to Millions: Sabastian Paden’s Rise to Wealth Through Testifying in Jerry
January 29, 2024
Crime·Crime and Justice·Featured·Investigative·Prosecutorial Misconduct

Family Member Defends Steve Pigeon Against Niece’s ‘False’ Abuse Allegations; Calls Sister ‘Pathological Liar’

Now, a relative of Pigeon has commented after reading Coercive Plea Bargain? Pigeon Chooses Eight Months Over Gambling Life in Prison: By a Relative
November 24, 2023
Crime and Justice·Local News·News·Prosecutorial Misconduct·Uncategorized

Coercive Plea Bargain? Pigeon Chooses Eight Months Over Gambling Life in Prison

In a dramatic turn of events, G. Steven Pigeon faced a harrowing decision in the face of serious sexual abuse charges. With the risk
November 11, 2023
Analysis·Crime and Justice·Featured·Local News·Niagara Falls·Prosecutorial Misconduct

Erie County DA Bets on Teen’s Word Against Pigeon: Lack of DNA Evidence and Witnesses Complicates Case

Almost two years ago – in December 2021, Erie County District Attorney John Flynn announced rape charges against Steve Pigeon. Next month, he goes
October 25, 2023
Crime and Justice·Featured·Local News·Prosecutorial Misconduct

Shadows of Scrutiny: A Closer Look at the Rape Accusation Against Veteran Political Strategist Steve Pigeon

From Politics to Personal Bonds I’ve known Steve Pigeon for over 25 years, and our association isn’t just professional. We’re friends. I knew him
October 18, 2023
Crime and Justice·Featured·Local News·Prosecutorial Misconduct·Uncategorized

Child Rape Allegations Against NY’s Steve Pigeon Raises Questions on Validity

Buffalo, NY — A former lawyer and Erie County Democratic Chairman, Steve Pigeon, is facing trial for allegedly raping a nine-year-old relative in 2016.
October 4, 2023
Crime·Crime and Justice·Government·Investigative·Judicial Corruption·Local News·Opinion·Prosecutorial Misconduct

Notable Political Figure Steve Pigeon Faces Major Courtroom Test

By Tony Farina Where to start with Steve Pigeon? That’s the question I asked myself when publisher Frank Parlato of the Niagara Falls Reporter
September 19, 2023
Courts·Crime and Justice·Local News·News·Prosecutorial Misconduct

A BOBBLEHEAD PROMOTION LIKE NO OTHER – Superfan Mike Aichinger feted at ballpark

By Andrew Kulyk There are bobbleheads and then there are bobbleheads. Over the years, the Buffalo Bisons have treated their fans with special giveaway
September 4, 2023
Featured·Local News·News·Sports

Re-Tree offers trees for volunteer plantings in Buffalo

A limited number of trees for neighborhood clubs or organizations are being offered by Buffalo Green Fund’s Re-Tree The organization that has coordinated volunteer
July 29, 2023
Arts & Culture·Environment·Featured·Health·Lifestyle·Local News

Attend Next Week’s Job Fair @ the Downtown Central Library Wed. June 14

Job Fair @ the Downtown Central Library 1 Lafayette Square, Buffalo 14203   Wednesday, June 14 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Over 70 employers
June 9, 2023
Education·Events·Featured·Local News

Niagara Falls Premieres Buffalo-Made Comedy About Slap Fighting

This may be the first slap fight movie ever created. On April 22nd, 2023, Slapped Straight premiered in Niagara Falls, at the Capitol Theatre
May 4, 2023
Arts & Culture·Local News·TV & Film
Niagara Falls Hopefuls: Demetreus Nix for Mayor and Uniquia Lewis for City Council.

Niagara Falls Mayoral Hopeful in Ballot Battle

Nix says the case is about bringing information and resources to the people. He says he is exposing what happens by the government in
April 30, 2023
Local News·News·Niagara Falls·NY·Politics·Robert Restaino

The Right Side: Digital Money Is a Scam

The US dollar has always been backed by gold, silver, and other assets, but what backs Bitcoin and Crypto? Answer: Nothing! Be cautious.
April 26, 2023
Crime·Cryptocurrency·Local News·Uncategorized

Former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords gets boost in preventing gun violence from the Artist Bonnie Lautenberg

New Artwork “Guns Kill” by Bonnie Lautenberg launches national initiative at giffords.org/miamiexhibit Honoring 10th Anniversary of the Giffords Foundation to Protect Americans from Gun
April 21, 2023
Arts & Culture·Crime·Featured·News·Politics·Visual Arts

NYS Justice Kevin Carter to Decide Pigeon’s Motion to Disqualify DA Flynn for ‘Bias,’ ‘Animosity,’ in Child Rape Prosecution

I have been Steve Pigeon’s friend for more than 20 years. In December 2021, he was charged with raping a child, perhaps the most
April 17, 2023
Courts·Crime and Justice·Featured·Local News·News·NY·Politics·Prosecutorial Misconduct

LOTS TO UNPACK AS BUFFALO BISONS SET TO ‘PLAY BALL’

35th season downtown in the league’s oldest ballpark By Andrew Kulyk Check out the date. It was still March and the Buffalo Bisons took
April 3, 2023
Games·Local News·Sports

SABRES PRIDE NIGHT. A TRIUMPH? OR AN EMBARASSMENT?

Russian defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin throws last minute wrench into plans By Andrew Kulyk Let’s start by saying this. The Buffalo Sabres organization fired on
March 29, 2023
Featured·Games·Local News·Sports
Common Carrier laws worked to reign in La Cosa Nostra. They can work on Big Tech and the Mainstream Media too.

Common Carrier Laws Can Reign In Big Tech and MSM

TV, radio, and internet Wire Carriers have no Common Carrier Laws regulating them, which is a problem. Common Carrier laws worked to reign in
March 27, 2023
Crime and Justice·Local News·News·Opinion·Politics
Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino faces re-election later this year.

Niagara Falls Mayor’s Forest-Taking Plan Opposed

Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino’s plan to use eminent domain to take 10 acres of forest land from Niagara Falls Redevelopment (NFR) to create
March 22, 2023
Courts·Environment·Government·Local News·Niagara Falls·Niagara Falls Redevelopment·NY·Robert Restaino
Kevin Barry Love and Kamillah Hanks

NYC Councilmember Kamillah Hanks’ Payment Scandal

Richard Luthmann is suing NYC Councilmember Kamillah Hanks for over $86k in unpaid legal work and campaign expenses.
March 16, 2023
Government·Local News·NY·Politics·The Swamp

HOCKEY IN THE DESERT: Arizona Coyotes new home is the smallest in the NHL

By Andrew Kulyk and Peter Farrell TEMPE, ARIZONA…Mullett Arena. It is the third home for the Arizona Coyotes since the franchise moved from Winnipeg
March 11, 2023
Featured·Local News·Sports

Niagara Citizens Urged to Voice Opinions

Community leader James Szwedo is urging citizens to participate in a public hearing on March 13th at Niagara Falls City Hall.
March 10, 2023
Local News·Niagara Falls·Niagara Falls Redevelopment·Robert Restaino
Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino faces re-election later this year.

Niagara Falls Residents Push Back Against Mayor

The hiring of lobbying firm Bolton-St. Johns to negotiate the gaming compact with New York State and the Centennial Park project has raised questions
March 8, 2023
Local News·Niagara Falls·Niagara Falls Redevelopment·Robert Restaino
What is Mayor Restaino's deal with the Seneca Nation?

Niagara Falls Mayor Restaino Has Funding Problem

Mayor Robert Restaino's plans for $150 million Centennial Park in Niagara Falls face major funding roadblocks; NFR plan delivers economic development, 550 jobs.
March 6, 2023
Local News·Niagara Falls·Niagara Falls Redevelopment·Robert Restaino
Is Mayor Restaino's Centennial Park project a fruitless quest worthy of Don Quixote?

Niagara Falls Mayor Admits Legal Battle Brewing

Is Niagara Falls Mayor Restaino's Centennial Park project a fruitless quest worthy of Don Quixote? NFR would bring 550 jobs and not cost any
March 6, 2023
Local News·Niagara Falls·Niagara Falls Redevelopment·Robert Restaino
Artists' renderings for the planned Niagara Digital Campus.

Niagara Falls Mayor Restaino Flip-Flops

NFR representatives met with Mayor Restaino, the City’s Corporation Counsel, and planning officials to discuss NFR’s plan for the Niagara Digital Campus in September
March 6, 2023
Local News·Niagara Falls·Niagara Falls Redevelopment·Robert Restaino

Niagara Falls’ Economic Decline Continues

Critics have complained about Mayor Restaino's potential misuse of funds, with the city set to borrow against 20 years of future federal community grant
March 6, 2023
Local News·Niagara Falls·Niagara Falls Redevelopment·Robert Restaino
Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino faces re-election later this year.

Eminent Domain Battle Looms Over Mayor Restaino

Niagara Falls Mayor Restaino is facing criticism for proposing to borrow against future federal funds to build a $150M Centennial Park.
March 6, 2023
Local News·Niagara Falls·Niagara Falls Redevelopment·Robert Restaino
President Jim Szwedo of the Niagara Street Neighborhood Revitalization Organization, Inc.

Niagara Street Neighborhood Group Wants Deal

Some critics argue that Niagara Falls Mayor Restaino’s pursuit of the Centennial Park project is driven by personal agendas and egos rather than a
March 6, 2023
Local News·Niagara Falls·Niagara Falls Redevelopment·Robert Restaino

BIKE RACK GIVEAWAY

GO Buffalo Niagara is offering a one-time opportunity for municipalities, community organizations, and anchor institutions to apply to receive free bike racks and bike
February 21, 2023
Arts & Culture·Business·Featured·Finance·Lifestyle·Local News

HAVING FUN, SABRES FANS?

Homestand has KeyBank Center partying like it’s 1999 By Andrew Kulyk The pavilion at the downtown arena serves as the main entrance and exit
November 3, 2022
Featured·Local News·Sports

Democrat Strategist Steve Pigeon Accused of Rape; DA Says ‘It’s a Child’s Word Versus His Word’

I am Steve Pigeon’s friend. We have been friends for more than 20 years. He recruited me as a PR consultant for NXIVM in
September 3, 2022
Featured·Local News·News

Smallville Writer Arrested – Mental Illness Forced Philip Levens to Beat 3rd Wife

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office filed charges against Hollywood screenwriter Philip D. Levens, 54, for beating his wife, Carolyn Stotesbery-Levens, 39. Stotesbery
August 29, 2022
Crime·Featured

Buffalo Niagara Waterkeepers SCAJAQUADA SEPTEMBER starts in just ONE WEEK!

Kick off the month with us next Thursday as we clean up along the shoreline of Scajaquada Creek. Every volunteer will also receive a
August 25, 2022
Activities·Environment·Events·Featured·Health·Local News

CEPA Gallery and Art247 are hiring!

CEPA Gallery is hiring for three part-time positions: Marketing Fellow: This fellow’s efforts will focus on growing public awareness, disseminating information, and sharing success
August 24, 2022
Featured·Local News·Visual Arts

REINSTEIN WOODS TO HOLD ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL ON Saturday, SEPT. 17th

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced the 22nd annual Fall Festival at Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve in Cheektowaga on Saturday, Sept. 17,
August 24, 2022
Activities·Events·Featured·Lifestyle·Local News

How To Overcome An Eating Disorder: 6 Useful Tips

Eating disorders come in many forms and have an immense impact on the lives of those who have them. Many sufferers struggle to overcome
August 23, 2022
Health·Lifestyle·Local News
Alessio Cassarà

Interview: Pro Fighter and International Title Holder Alessio Cassarà

A few decades ago, professional fighting here in the West really just referred to boxing and little else. But today, this category encompasses many
September 16, 2021
Sports

The Fredonia Technology Incubator Arts and Business Luncheon Series Features Artist, Entrepreneur Ted Sharon

FREDONIA, N.Y. (April  20, 2018) – The Fredonia Technology Incubator hosts the twelfth installment of the Arts and Business Luncheon series with guest speaker
April 20, 2018
Local News

McMurray: This is a New Era.

Today, Governor Cuomo told a gathered crowd that Kathy Hochul would give Democrats the best chance to take away the 27th Congressional District from
April 19, 2018
Local News·NY·Politics

DRUNK DRIVER SENTENCED FOR HIGH SPEED CRASH THAT SEVERELY INJURED TWO OTHERS

Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announces that 34-year-old Marshawn Levy of Buffalo has been sentenced by State Supreme Court Justice John L.
April 19, 2018
Crime·Local News

Fredonia Technology Incubator’s Student Business Competition Winners Announced

FREDONIA, N.Y. (April 18, 2018) – The Fredonia Technology Incubator conducted the final pitches for its Third Annual Student Business Competition for students at
April 18, 2018
Local News

17th Annual Student Poetry Contest at GCC

“Let’s get back to the voice and vocabulary of being human” BATAVIA, NY (04/18/2018) Time magazine recently quoted poet laureate, Tracy K. Smith, as
April 18, 2018
Local News

Niagara County Department of Health Cites Facilities for Tobacco Sales to Minors Violations

The Niagara County Department of Health and the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office, under contract with the Department, have been conducting tobacco compliance checks throughout
April 18, 2018
Local News

WNY WOMEN’S FOUNDATION LAUNCHES NEW INITIATIVE TO ADDRESS GENDER INEQUALITY IN LOCAL LEADERSHIP POSITIONS

ALL IN program will be introduced at April 26 event featuring University at Buffalo Women’s Basketball Head Coach Felisha Legette-Jack April 18, 2018, BUFFALO, N.Y.
April 18, 2018
Local News

Niagara County Financial Empowerment Coalition To Receive Organization of the Year Award from Leadership Niagara

Consumer Credit Counseling Service Created Initiative to Help Low Income Niagara County Residents  The Niagara County Financial Empowerment Coalition—a project sponsored by Consumer Credit
April 17, 2018
Local News·To export

Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy Olmsted-ucation Week Kickoff

Augmented Reality Wayfinding App Launch; Olmsted-ucation Event Schedule Release WHAT: The Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy, the first nonprofit organization in the nation to manage and
April 17, 2018
Events·Local News

Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper to Host the Spring Shoreline Sweep This Saturday

Buffalo, New York–Mobilizing nearly 2,000 volunteers to remove over 10 tons of trash from over 50 miles of shoreline across Western New York, Buffalo
April 17, 2018
Local News
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