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Opening Day Set for Unreal AVATAR Experience 20 Minutes from Buffalo Original
Filmmaker James Cameron, who made AVATAR, has a really cool Avatar Immersive Experince that has broken ground just about 20 minutes from Buffalo, New York! It is already a wild attraction that will feature Avatar by James Cameron (by the way James Cameron is actually from Niagara Falls and that is an extra probably big, reason why the attraction is going to go in).
Morgan Wallen 2-Night Concert at Highmark Stadium in Buffalo, New York
Morgan Wallen is coming 2 nights to Buffalo, New York at Highmark Stadium and he is bringing Stella Lefty, Thomas Rhett, Brooks and Dunn and Cole Swindell. Wallen will bring his tour to the stadium on July 23 and 24, 2027 next Summer to Buffalo. It is called the LAST TIME I CHECKED Tour. There will be presale registration beginning today and there will be multiple presales happening before the general onsale of tickets for the Last Time I Checked Tour.
Morgan Wallen 2-Night Concert at Highmark Stadium in Buffalo, New York
Morgan Wallen is coming 2 nights to Buffalo, New York at Highmark Stadium and he is bringing Stella Lefty, Thomas Rhett, Brooks and Dunn and Cole Swindell. Wallen will bring his tour to the stadium on July 23 and 24, 2027 next Summer to Buffalo. It is called the LAST TIME I CHECKED Tour. There will be presale registration beginning today and there will be multiple presales happening before the general onsale of tickets for the Last Time I Checked Tour.
Western New Yorkers Charged $2.87 Million in New Tax Original
This is ridiculous that everyone who goes to the Highmark Stadium and buys something from there gets hit with AN EXTRA 6% tax. That is IN ADDITION to the sales tax in Erie County. It was part of the deal when Erie County got out of the stadium lease deal with the Buffalo Bills now that the new stadium is built. Every month the Bills give Erie County the extra 6% and they just released the final September tally of $1,796,856.42. That brings the total to 2.87 million dollars since the season started.
Pizza Chain Closes All Locations in Western New York Original
One pizza chain that just came to Western New York a couple of years ago has suddenly changed their open for business status to "TEMPORARILY CLOSED". The change though, has been months ago, and they have still been shut down. The Pizza Pan Co. opened up a couple of locations in Western New York in 2022.
“Hammock Moose” Spotted All Over New York State Original
People all over northeast New York State are having fun spotting the viral 'hammock moose'. The New York State DEC has been involved and been getting so many phone calls after a certain moose has been spotted around. The moose got its antlers tangeled in someones hammock and apparently for a long time the hammock has been stuck in there. Everyone keeps asking if it is having a problem eating or drinking because of the hammock, but judging by the videos it seems like the moose is doing just fine.
New York State Proposes Work “Sick Leave Days” For Pets Original
There is a proposed law in New York State to allow employees paid leave to take care or grieve for a pet and is now in the "In Committee Assembly" stage. Is this is the most ridiculous thing ever? Or is it a really great idea? Some people are saying it is horrible. That is is not like it is a human and that where can you draw the line?
Car Drives 1 Mile Underground in Buffalo, New York Subway Original
There was a wild situation that happened in the underground subway in Buffalo, New York. Someone started driving down the subway tunnel and made it about a mile underneath. Buffalo Toronto Public Media reported that there was an abandoned vehicle underground near the Allen/Medical Campus and Summer-Best stations. The NFTA tells BTPM News that the SUV was driven into the subway on Friday night. Police arrested the driver for driving while intoxicated, among several other charges.
Cereal Law Begins Immediately in January 2027 in New York State Original
Cereal is not what it used to be and it is changing even more starting with a new law that will be enforced in January 2027. New York State families know that certain dyes in your food are not good for your kids. If they are anything like mine certain dyes may make them a little more wild then usual. Now, the law will stop certain dyes from being in foods especially cereals.
Protest Happened During Buffalo Sabres Game Original
2 protestors with a trap and a message were trying to get attention on Friday night. It was a very uneasy situation that happened over the weekend during one of the Buffalo Sabres games. On Friday night when Buffalo's taking on the Columbus Blue jackets there was a protest that happened and caught on video on a lot of people are not happy about it. You can see the protestors trying to get as close as they can to the glass to get attention for their message.
100% PAID Tuition at Some Colleges in New York State in 2027 Original
A brand new scholarship is being offered and anyone who meets this simple criteria is getting their entire college education paid for at least for one college. The newly announced "New York Promise Scholarship" at Canisius will cover 100% of tuition for the 2027 year if you decide to go to Canisius University (and get accepted to the College as well). According to the Canisius website: Eligibility Requirements: Must be a New York State resident entering as a first-year undergraduate.
LOOK: Massive Buck Found in the City of Buffalo!
Look at this buck in the City of Buffalo! It looks like the deer is walking under a bridge in Buffalo off of Ferry Street. Of course, it is a very extremely unusual for a deer to be there but we are in the middle of rutting season. Take a look at this guy walking in the City of Buffalo! There was a big controversy over a public park and the hunting laws in East Aurora, New York.
LOOK: Massive Buck Found in the City of Buffalo!
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Set Times & More for Zac Brown Band & Brothers Osborne in Buffalo Original
Zac Brown Band and Brothers Osborne are coming to Buffalo tomorrow on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at the Key Bank Center and here is everything you need to know from set times, doors and tickets. Get ready for a really fun, long night of music! The Zac Brown Band setlist is so long that they even have an intermission. The Brothers Osborne will open up the show, but not for long--they duo will only play about 7 songs before Zac Brown Band takes the stage for over 2.5 hours of music.
Go Inside Josh Allen’s Massive Halloween Party Original
Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld are known for their wild Halloween parties that they throw every year. The theme of the Halloween Party was "Allen's in Wonderland" and the party happened on Monday, the day after their game against Baltimore. The Bills were celebrating the win the next day at the Halloween party and we have some of the pictures and videos. Of course, the theme is a play on 'Alice in Wonderland' and Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld were the King and Queen of Hearts.
Josh Allen Making “Buffalo Special Documentary” for HBO Max Original
It is a documentary that will make its national debut and it is all about Buffalo, New York. The caption that HBO Max used was HBO Original Documentary "The storm showed no mercy. People Did. It will officially come out on November 24, 2026 on HBO MAX. Josh Allen is the first name that pops up for being the EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the documentary! Take a look at the documentary trailer below. Josh Allen started a new business venture and opened up a new company called "Out of Pocket Studios".
New York State’s 1st Measles Death in 30 Years Original
A really sad story has happened in New York State where the first child death from the measles case in 30 years has happened. There are 178 measles cases that have happened in 2026 so far in New York State. SOME health experts will suggest that infants as young as 6 months get a shot for the measles. The measles is a respiratory infection that eventually will attack the body if it gets really bad. The case happened by Oswego in Lewis County.
Heating Bills Going DOWN This Winter in New York State Original
If you live in New York State, expect your heating bill to go down this year. Experts who work at the heating company are expecting the heating bill to go down about $38 this year. lower natural gas prices, strong storage supplies and its gas purchasing strategy are helping keep projected costs down. According to WGRZ: The company says it expects most residential customers to spend about $742 to heat their home during the 2026-27 winter season.
New York State Issues Deer + Moose Warning
It seems like the deer are everywhere right now across New York State and that you are starting to hear more and more people get into car accidents with deer. But the New York State DEC is saying--it is not JUST deer, it is MOOSE accidents as well. The New York State Department of Conservation put up a social media warning to residents to be aware of their surroundings this time of the year because between the October we just had and the next 8 weeks, it is the biggest time frame for accidents.
2 Guy Fieri Meet & Greets TODAY in Western New York Original
Celebrity Chef Guy Fieri came to town for the Buffalo Bills game this weekend and he is still here to do a couple of FREE meet and greets in Western New York! He will be in Amherst and Williamsville today doing meet and greets, but you are going to have to get their early! Here is where Guy Fieri is going to be TODAY only in Western New York.
Von Lesern für Leser Festlicher Höhepunkt: 50 Jahre NABU Bretten
Vorstand des NABU-Bretten. Wolfgang Röder, Roland Sauter, Norbert Fleischer, Uli Weil, Dr. Fabian Nowak, Robert Hartmann, Dr. Volker Behrens 1 Minute NABU Bretten. Am 16. Oktober lud der NABU Bretten zum Empfang anlässlich seines 50-jährigen Bestehens in das Bernhardushaus ein. Bei bestem spätsommerlichem Wetter folgten knapp 100 Gäste der Einladung, darunter die Gründungsmitglieder Hans-Otto Gässler und Gerhard Wortmann sowie der Ehrenvorsitzende Gerhard Fritz.
Guy Fieri To Be at Buffalo Bills Game on Sunday Original
Guy Fieri is apparently set to be at the Buffalo Bills game coming up this Sunday at Highmark Stadium. A listener called us this morning and told us that Guy is flying into town to be a part of the Buffalo Bills game when they take on the Ravens at home Sunday at 1:00 p.m. The Buffalo Bills have really kicked it up a notch when it comes to the entertainment bringing in celebrities and big named bands to play halftime on the charge deck.
4th Concert at Highmark Stadium Coming in 2027
Another concert is going to be announced today ANOTHER concert at Highmark Stadium. The Buffalo Bills said over the summer that they are going to have quite a few events in 2027 at the stadium and they are really rolling them out fast for Western New York fans. So far there have been a handful of concert announcements and all have SOLD OUT or are close to selling out. The Kenny Chesney and Zach Bryan got close to selling out in almost less than 24 hours from the on sale date.
Super Fun Night in Buffalo Last Night at the WYRK Stars with Guitars [PICTURES]
What a fun night in Buffalo, New York. Chase Matthew, Ian Munsick, Greylan James and Ashley Cooke were in Western New York yesterday to play a one of a kind concert. The show is a yearly event that brings up and coming stars to Buffalo for a concert where all of the stars are on the stage at the same time--they tell all the stories of how they wrote the songs, where they come from and the story behind it. Take a look at the pictures below! WYRK Stars with Guitars
Super Fun Night in Buffalo Last Night at the WYRK Stars with Guitars [PICTURES]
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Emotional Letter & Cell Phone Found at Buffalo Airport Original
A really worrisome letter was found at the Buffalo airport yesterday with a cellphone and the person who left it does NOT want to be found. I have left this phone with the intention to not come back for it. It is placed in Airplane Mode. The passcode is 081704. I'm 22 and not missing, I've chosen to leave on my own. There is contact information for my mom and dad, this letter is for them. The letter continues on the other side and is very personal and deep.
Deer Sitting in Car Alive in Buffalo, New York Goes Viral Original
What a sight this is! A car hit a deer and the deer ended up sitting in the driver seat and was still alive. In Buffalo, New York this deer situation happened where the car hit a deer at the intersection of Elmwood Ave. and Schoharie Street. According to WNY First Alert on Facebook, and the video that they posted there, the deer is still alive. The Buffalo Police were quickly on the scene and called Buffalo Animal control to respond to the scene.
Top Celebrities Buffalo Would Invite Over for Their Birthday Party Original
We had a lot of fun with this one today. If you had to invited one celebrity (no, they do not have to be from Buffalo)to Thanksgiving dinner who would it be? It can be a movie star, musician, athlete, or anyone you want it to be. We were inspired by Jack, a soon to be 8 year old from Western New York who hand wrote invitations to his upcoming party to some of the Buffalo Bills inviting them to "play sports in the gym". He hand wrote every invite and even put a hand drawn Buffalo Bills logo on there.
8-Year-Old Invited Buffalo Bills to Birthday Party, They Respond Original
How awesome is this. 8-year-old Jack is having a birthday party and he hand wrote invitations to Buffalo Bills players and they might just come! Jack's mom posted on Instagram the invitations that Jack wrote for his 8th birthday part coming up in a couple of weekends. It had the date, location (of course it is blocked so not all the weirdos know what's going on) a hand drawn Buffalo Bills logo and the players names on it.
New York State’s Halloween Law for Offenders Starts Immediately Original
New York State has a law for offenders and as erie as it might seem, parents are being vocal and thankful for New York State for protecting families and kids. New York State has a law that now prohibits all sex offenders from being outside on Halloween. Offenders that are on state parole or county probation face strict rules that they must be on Halloween They are not allowed to ever pass out candy. They are not allowed to dress up on Halloween at all.
More Concerts Coming to Highmark Stadium in 2027 Original
Another concert is going to be announced next month for ANOTHER concert at Highmark Stadium. The Buffalo Bills said over the summer that they are going to have quite a few events in 2027 at the stadium and they are really rolling them out fast for Western New York fans. So far there have been a handful of concert announcements and all have SOLD OUT or are close to selling out. The Kenny Chesney and Zach Bryan got close to selling out in almost less than 24 hours from the on sale date.
What is Happening to the World Famous Swanie House in Buffalo? Original
When the owner of the Swanie house passed away a couple of years ago, the family decided to shut it down. Tim Wiles and his family made Swanie House the absolute landmark and popular hot-spot that it was before he passed. But, the torch has been passed on and the new owners are making some changes and it looks like it is on its way to a new chapter.
Top 7 Places to Eat & Have Beers Before a Buffalo Sabres Game Original
The restaurant world is so strange right now. Western New York is set to have the most amount of restaurant closures in one year of all time--but also, there have been so many great openings and new beginnings as well! As the Sabres just came off their best year in 15 years, the Sabres fans are coming back downtown and have sold out every single home game so far this year at the Key Bank Center.
WATCH: ANOTHER Bills Player Suspended for Spitting Original
What is absolutely going on with the buffalo Bills? Head coach Joe Brady really better start figuring it out, because at this point it's beyond football and it's almost embarrassing for the fans as well. In another separate incident defensive back for the Buffalo Bills Sam Franklin Jr is now suspended as well because he spent toward a player during the game on Sunday in Las Vegas. It's a totally different thing from the CJ Gardner-Hohnson saga...they just happened to do the same thing.
Major Chain Restaurant Opening on Transit Road 2027 Original
Residents are excited to hear to rumblings of a brand new restaurant that has started exploring Lancaster, New York as a location for their newest location! It is a chain called Culver's Restaurant and people, at least on social media, are very excited. The chain was started in Wisconsin in the 80s and is know for its Butter Burgers, ice cream and Wisconsin cheese curds.
$90 for Sabretooth to Come to Your Seat for Photo Opp + Gifts
This is actually a pretty good deal! The Buffalo Sabres are all the hype right now selling out every single home game so far this season and a lot of families are loving being back in the arena after quite a winning drought for nearly 15 years. Now, the Sabres are doing something really cool and starts at $90, Sabretooth will come over to your seat for a photo opp, which could be great for a birthday party, celebration or maybe it is just your first game ever.
[LIST] Trunk or Treats in Western New York Original
There are trunk or treats all over Western New York for the next 2 weeks and we have you covered of where and when they are going to be! Trunk or treats might be the only good thing that stuck around after COVID. It was so popular to do while you had to "social distance" and now, it is a great way to celebrate Halloween especially for younger families.
$90 for Sabretooth to Come to Your Seat for Photo Opp + Gifts
This is actually a pretty good deal! The Buffalo Sabres are all the hype right now selling out every single home game so far this season and a lot of families are loving being back in the arena after quite a winning drought for nearly 15 years. Now, the Sabres are doing something really cool and starts at $90, Sabretooth will come over to your seat for a photo opp, which could be great for a birthday party, celebration or maybe it is just your first game ever.
Documentary for Bills Super Bowl Halftime Show Coming Original
During the run or the Buffalo Bills went to their four straight Super bowls with Jim Kelly, something historic happened and it really had nothing to do with the football portion of the big game. Michael Jackson was the halftime performer in California for the 1993 Super Bowl where the Buffalo Bills were playing the Dallas Cowboys. It was the first time where the halftime show was catapulted into this monumental event to what it is now.
2 Trends That Need to Keep Happening at Buffalo Weddings Original
All of the Fall weddings are starting to really wrap up but so far in Western New York the weather has been absolutely outstanding if you have been getting married. Trends for weddings over the years change pretty fast. Some of the traditions really hold on and some of them fall off the side really quick. In Buffalo, the biggest trend that has been a thing in the past 5 to 10 years is the late night food which seems to be mandatory at all weddings.
Hamburger SV - VfB Stuttgart: Liveticker
14:54 Info Der VfB Stuttgart hat aus den ersten fünf Partien, genau wie der HSV, sechs Punkte auf dem Konto und ebenfalls einen durchwachsenen Saisonstart hinter sich. Der Champions-League-Teilnehmer verlor drei der ersten vier Partien, hatte aber mit dem FC Bayern und Borussia Dortmund auch ein hartes Auftaktprogramm zu bewältigen.
New, Exciting Candle Light Dinner Experience in Buffalo, New York
There is a new thing happening in Western New York that is a really cool dinner concept that will have secret locations and secret menus. It is called the Buffalo Dinner Drop: An exclusive dinner club and they just announced the new idea on social media last month. Secret locations Secret menus Curated Pairings All in the candlelight While the information is extremely limited as of right now, they have posted a few times on social media hoping fans that it is going to be starting soon.
New, Exciting Candle Light Dinner Experience in Buffalo, New York
There is a new thing happening in Western New York that is a really cool dinner concept that will have secret locations and secret menus. It is called the Buffalo Dinner Drop: An exclusive dinner club and they just announced the new idea on social media last month. Secret locations Secret menus Curated Pairings All in the candlelight While the information is extremely limited as of right now, they have posted a few times on social media hoping fans that it is going to be starting soon.
Crumbl Cookies For Sale in Western New York Original
Crumbl Cookie is for sale in Depew, New York. On nearly the two year anniversary of the store opening up, there is now a potential that it sells. The location is right by Target on the corner of Transit and Losson in the Cheektowaga and Depew area. Niagara Falls, Amherst, Williamsville and Hamburg all have their own locations from Crumbl owner-operators. The sale is just for the Depew location.
Best Group Date Night Idea in Buffalo, New York Original
This is a really fun date night, group date night idea if you live in Western New York. I've been lucky enough to be friends with the same group of people nearly my whole life. Here is one of my favorite traditions we do and it's an easy, fun (and without a doubt entertaining) concept I figured, I'd share. It's the Buffalo Mystery Dinner and it's a great way to explore places in Western New York that you've never been to before. We call it 'Mystery Dinner' and the process is easy.
Josh Allen Mailbox is the Sweetest Things We Have Seen
Josh Allen is all of the rage right now in Western New York and there is one family who turned their mailbox into a Josh Allen mailbox and it is now becoming an attraction. A family in Lancaster, New York made a 'Josh Allen' mailbox and it is pretty cool. SOME people are of course, complaining calling it a distraction, but the street is not even a major street or a street that leads to an outlet.
ANNOUNCEMENT: Zach Bryan is Next Concert Coming to Highmark Stadium Original
Zach Bryan is coming to Highmark Stadium next year to a full summer of anticipated Summer concerts. The announcement comes just days before his next album Young Manhood & Other Donatable Organs, drops on Friday. Both Turnpike Troubadours and Lana Del Ray both have collabs on the album. Zach Bryan will be bringing his tour to the Buffalo Bills stadium on June 2, 2027. The last time that Zach Bryan was here in Buffalo was a few years ago and a ticket for his show was in very high demand.
$90 for Sabretooth to Come to Your Seat for Photo Opp + Gifts
This is actually a pretty good deal! The Buffalo Sabres are all the hype right now selling out every single home game so far this season and a lot of families are loving being back in the arena after quite a winning drought for nearly 15 years. Now, the Sabres are doing something really cool and starts at $90, Sabretooth will come over to your seat for a photo opp, which could be great for a birthday party, celebration or maybe it is just your first game ever.
Big Party Happening on Buffalo Bills Bye Week
It is called the Bye Week Ball and will feature tons of bands in Buffalo on the day that the Buffalo Bills are off. It is called the BYE WEEK BALL and will feature bands back to back to back at the Town Ballroom on Sunday, October 25 at the Town Ballroom in Downtown Buffalo--with TWO stages. It sounds like it is going to be an absolute riot of a Sunday Funday.
$90 for Sabretooth to Come to Your Seat for Photo Opp + Gifts
This is actually a pretty good deal! The Buffalo Sabres are all the hype right now selling out every single home game so far this season and a lot of families are loving being back in the arena after quite a winning drought for nearly 15 years. Now, the Sabres are doing something really cool and starts at $90, Sabretooth will come over to your seat for a photo opp, which could be great for a birthday party, celebration or maybe it is just your first game ever.
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