BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Billionaire philanthropist Tom Golisano has purchased the former Buffalo News buildings in downtown Buffalo from Douglas Jemal for $10 million, Jemal confirmed to WROC’s Buffalo-affiliate, WIVB. “This is something that Tom and I worked out together,” Jemal said. “We share the same intention to make downtown into a vibrant city.” Jemal bought the buildings in 2024. The sale continues a recent trend of sales for Jemal in the Western New York market; on Sept.