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As we prepare for the unofficial start of the summer, many of us will be throwing down the grilling gauntlet and cooking up e...
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) - The head of the Seneca Indians has accused Gov. Andrew Cuomo of engaging in "playground bully tacti...
(WBEN) Robert Vidler Jr. one of the brothers behind the landmark Vidlers 5-and-10 Store in East Aurora has died.Vidler, who j...
Before the green flag waves to start this year's Indy 500, a 2014 Corvette Stingray will lead the field. That Stingray wi...
Sarasota, FL (WBEN) Ann Billittier, the woman who helped make Chef's Italian Restaurant synonymous with Buffalo has passe...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) It appears the battle to stop the downtown casino is coming to an end. A judge has dismissed a third lawsu...
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - Gov. Andrew Cuomo says New York's Indian casinos could face competition in their backyards if tribes ...
BROCKPORT, N.Y. (AP) - The New York state canal system is being officially opened for its 189th season during a ceremony at a...
Mark Croce, through his Saturn Development Company, has purchased the former St. Paul's & St. Mark's United Church of...
"Dine Often. Dine Local. Dine Well!"Bananas Foster Bread PuddingThat’s the Local Restaurant Week (LRW) slogan...
Two more L.A. Fitness health clubs are coming to the area. Business First reports one will occupy the former Circuit City in ...
Amherst, NY (WBEN) Erie County's parks crews are behind a bit because of last week's rain, but the parks commissioner...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) Rescue crews from the American and Canadian Coast Guards plucked three shivering men off their capsized bo...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) In Buffalo, there's one place you have to be at on Good Friday: the Broadway Market. As usual, it'...
While the weather has been more frightful than spring-like, it’s time to celebrate Easter, a holiday filled with deep f...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) Congressman Brian Higgins and Senator Charles Schumer were on the waterfront spoke out Tuesday against the...
According to the AAA, the current local gas price average is $3.92 for a gallon of unleaded in the region. In the past mo...
CBS News' Michelle Miller reports on the battle between fast food restaurants to put more healthy items on the menu, and ...
(WBEN) Town of Amherst residents fighting a proposed $20 million Hyatt Hotel proposed for Main Street at Interstate 290 h...
Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - The Giants of Buffalo Broadcasting were out last night at The Buffalo History Museum, and WBEN's S...
Grand Island, NY (WBEN) Work on the Southbound South Grand Island Bridge will begin Sunday night, and that will mean a detour...
The man who admitted to driving drunk in November along a bike path in Amherst striking three people, killing two, has been s...
Niagara County's Industrial Development Agency has signed off on four projects expected to lead to more than thirty new j...
Are you ready for the weekend? This one may leave you green around the gills, especially since St. Patrick’s Day falls ...
VATICAN CITY (AP) - Black smoke has poured from the Sistine Chapel chimney, signaling that cardinals have failed to elect a p...
Buffalo (WBEN) -- With the property transfer now secure, the development company is now squarely focused on the construction ...
Buffalo (WBEN) -- A project that was originally intended for the Webster Block property -- could soon be coming to the Waterf...
With the countdown on to the 85th annual Academy Awards this Sunday, I started thinking about food.Big surprise, eh?I love th...
Rochester, NY (WBEN / release) -- Wegmans has recalled various Wegmans Brand bread products because an ingredient (flour prod...
Buffalo (WBEN) -- A group opposing the Buffalo Creek Casino held a meeting Thursdaynight to update supporters on the effort t...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) In the birthplace of the chicken wing, the price of that hot, medium, or mild bucket is on the rise. One e...
Buffalo (WBEN) -- The Richardson Olmsted Complex -- the former Buffalo State Asylum -- is set for a makeover in the next few ...
Orchard Park, NY (WBEN) Winterfest is on in Erie County. The annual event takes place Sunday at Chestnut Ridge Park from 11am...
Glenwood (WBEN) -- A South Towns ski area is getting its share of snow, and the skiers are also dealing with the colder tempe...
Food and fitness work hand in hand, much like chocolate and peanut butter. The latter is a lot more appealing for most of us,...
The Hamister Group now has possession of the Tishman Building in downtown Buffalo. Business First reports The Hamister Group ...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) After a year where not many opportunities came up, snowmobilers can't wait to get on the trails. But s...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) Buffalo's streets crews are preparing for this post-Christmas blast. Public Works Commissioner Steve S...
The AAA reports the current average cost for a gallon of unleaded gas in the region is $3.71. That's still forty-six ...
Iskalo Development has requested incentives and abatements from the Amherst Industrial Development Agency for its $9.8 mi...
A large gap remains between the local and national gas prices as the calendar flips to December. The AAA reports the Western ...
Hamburg, NY (WBEN) The building has stood for more than a half century at the Erie County Fairgrounds. Come next summer, you ...
Undated (WBEN) -- The next month is filled with parties, special dinners, and plenty of chances to eat more than you might wa...
There's one in every family.While most Thanksgiving tables include the traditional favorites, there's always one pers...
The AAA reports the current average cost of a gallon of unleaded gasin the region is $3.89. That's now forty-seven ce...
Sarah Pelton survived five heart surgeries in her life, only to be struck dead on a pleasant sunny day while out for a walk.P...
Williamsville, NY (WBEN) If you're looking to add some real spirit to your Halloween, we have a hauntingly good suggestio...
Amherst (WBEN) -- Some area restaurants are hoping to welcome their regular customers -- and perhaps some new ones -- as Loca...
Time to map out plans for the Fall 2012 Local Restaurant Week mission!Sashimi Sampler from SeabarHappening every autumn and s...
Buffalo (WBEN) -- The state is beginning construction to developBuffalo's Outer Harbor. The project site is along Fuhrman...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN)The Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp is beginning work to develop some sites at Buffalo's Outer Harbo...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) The six month period allowing bar owners on Chippewa to allow those younger than 21 to enter the establish...
Buffalo (WBEN) -- Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown believes development is progressing at the waterfront, and doesn't think the ...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) Mayor Byron Brown unveiled plans for more expansion at the Erie Basin Marina. In particular, the expansion...
With thanksgiving about 9 weeks away, now is the time to book holiday flights at cheaper rates than you will find from here o...
PEMBROKE, N.Y. (AP/WBEN) - A small school bus tipped onto its side after being hit by a tractor-trailer in Pembroke, sending ...
Niagara Falls, NY (WBEN) -- Niagara Falls Mayor Paul Dyster tells WBEN News before he'll lay off any city firefighters, h...
(WBEN) Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown was in studio Tuesday morning with John and Susan to talk about the many projects now underw...
Buffalo (WBEN) -- The city of Buffalo announces an agreement that means a local developer can move forward with a hotel proje...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) -- The 11 annual National Buffalo Wing Festival not only had big hungry crowds, it also boasted a record p...
Cheektowaga, NY (WBEN) Cheektowaga Police say an anonymous tip on the new Tip411 text hotline helped them break up a potentia...
Unemployment for the Western New York region increased in July to 9%, up from 8.1% in June. The state Labor Department notes ...
The ECIDA has approved incentive funds for two downtown Buffalo hotel projects: the Hamister Group's effort to convert th...
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Smithsonian is honoring Julia Child on what would have been the celebrated chef's 100th birthday.Th...
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (AP) - A new dispute could be brewing between the Seneca Nation and the Cuomo administration over a possi...
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) -- Like anyone taking a walk on the beach, Nik Wallenda on Thursday found sand in places he didn'...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) With the sound of an airhorn, construction vehicles got to work on the new Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino. Th...
Buffalo (WBEN) -- Construction is set to begin on the new Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino.The project will replace the existing d...
A traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial wall has arrived at the American Legion Post 880 on Legion Drive off Route 62 in Eden.I...
According to Smith Travel Research, hotel occupancy in Buffalo and Niagara Falls was ahead of the national average for May. T...
Buffalo (WBEN) -- Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is coming to Buffalo in the summer 2013.The popular eatery -- known for its barbeque men...
Irving, NY (WBEN) Erie County Sheriffs are investigating the discovery of a body Saturday afternoon on the Cattaraugus Indian...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) It'll be a big weekend for State Senator Mark Grisanti. Not only will he see his daughter sing with a ...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) -- The usual large crowds gathered downtown for this year's edition of the nation's largest two-da...
A bit of a home makeover is coming to the Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel. A $10 million renovation will begin this fall. M...
Niagara Falls, NY (WBEN) Representatives Kathy Hochul and Brian Higgins will join Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Niagara Fall...
What do the Buffalo Tap Room, Cabaret, Delhi Chaat, DiBella’s, Francesca’s, Friar’s Table, Iris Restaurant,...
(Buffalo, NY) WBEN Looking for a place to cool off this weekend? The City of Buffalo is opening it's public pools this we...
(AP) Burger King wants to lure customers this summer with a bacon sundae.The world's second biggest hamburger chain on Th...
Niagara Falls (WBEN) -- Crews spentTuesday eveningworking to string the cable for Nik Wallenda's tightrope walk on Friday...
Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel will soon sport a new look; a 108-foot wide, 20-foot tall LED video sign is being constructed a...
Niagara Falls, NY (WBEN)Seneca Gaminghas announced plans to install a giant video screen at the top of its Niagara Falls casi...
If you were told you could include one food in your diet that helps in preventing cancer, has a host of health benefits, impr...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) Temperatures and humidity are expected to rise over the next few days and as a result the City of Buffalo ...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) The Allentown Art Festival opens today for the 55th time. Over 400 artists will be showing and selling the...
Niagara Falls, NY (WBEN) Hotel rooms are filling up fast in Niagara Falls as the historic walk across the Falls by Nik Wallen...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) The Business First list of teacher pay scales is out, and a suburban school district is at the top again.T...
Despite attempts to forestall a closing, the Consulate General of Canada in Buffalo will shutter its offices here on August 2...
Niagara Falls, NY (WBEN) The State Parks Department says vouchers for free access to Nik Wallenda's walk across Niagara F...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) As Americans pause to remember those killed in combat, a number of events will be held to mark Memorial Da...
Niagara Falls, NY (WBEN) We're about a month away from Nik Wallenda's walk across Niagara Falls. A big moment for the...
(AP/WBEN) The season's eighth fatal motorcycle crash this year has claimed the life of a Chautauqua County man near in Du...
When I think of comfort food, macaroni and cheese is among my top three ranking in the carb comfort zone with deep-dish pizza...
When I think of comfort food, macaroni and cheese is among my top three ranking in the carb comfort zone with deep-dish pizza...
Niagara Falls, NY (WBEN) As Nik Wallenda prepared to cross NIagara Falls on a tightrope, he'll be training for his walk a...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN)- A new stone monument is being erected on Buffalo Zoo property to honor 300 War of 1812 soldiers who were ...
The Small Boat Harbor officially opens for the season Tuesday, at an Outer Harbor location that seen dozens of improvements a...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) - Monday marks 37 years since helicopters took the last Americans out of Vietnam, as Saigon fell to the Co...
(AP) - New York's canal system has opened a couple of days ahead of usual.The Erie, Cayuga-Seneca and Oswego Canals opene...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) A local group says it's time to turn a huge parcel of waterfront space into public access, in particul...
Ellicott Development Company has signed a long-term deal that will bring a Wyndham Garden Hotel & Suites to the former site o...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) The list is out. 42 Best Buy stores will close for sure across the country. Buffalo's Best Buy stores ...
Work on the new hotel wing at the Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel is ahead of schedule. Business First reports the project is ...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN)- Friends and family of the late Buffalo Mayor James D. Griffin gathered Wednesday night to unveil the clay...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) - A Western New York institutionheads to the auction block tomorrow. Earl's, which has stood on Route ...
Youngstown, NY (WBEN) Authorities in Niagara County are investigating the discovery of a body along the shores of Lake Ontari...
Niagara Falls, NY (WBEN) A battle that has delayed casino funds from coming to Niagara Falls has city lawmakers introducing a...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) If you bought Wegmans brand thin sandwich rolls or pita bread fromthe supermarketWednesday, you may need t...
Whether you’re a vegan or someone who likes to smoke a hookah after dinner, Local Restaurant Week, running now through ...
(WBEN) Tuesday morning, The Seneca Nation of Indians removedsome of the rusted construction girders that have marked their Bu...
Western New York (WBEN) -- Ifyou've been meaning totry out a given local restaurant, this might be the week to stop in.Lo...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) As we take a look at motorcycle safety, some are asking what the cost of motorcycle insurance is. One insu...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) - Twice in the last week motorcycle rides have turned deadly. It's an issue that seems to heat up as t...
Fish, fried cardoons, peppers and eggs, pasta con sarde, fennel, fava beans, cannoli, sfinge, pizzeles, and so many more.Noth...
Fish, fried cardoons, peppers and eggs, pasta con sarde, fennel, fava beans, cannoli, sfinge, pizzeles, and so many more.Noth...
Fort Erie, ON (WBEN) OLG announced the slots at Fort Erie Race Track will close at the end of April, leaving 355 people witho...
This may be the perfect time to renew your prescription for your favorite statin drug-- you know, the kind that controls chol...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) A couple allegedly involved in the scuffle involving State Senator Mark Grisanti has hired attorney Paul C...
Courtyard by Marriott has agreed to bring a 96-room hotel to three floors of the former General Donovan office building along...
Niagara Falls, NY (WBEN) WBEN has obtained new video of the scuffle Friday night involving State Senator Mark Grisanti.Grisan...
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) - An official tells the Associated Pressprescription drugs were found in Whitney Houston's hot...
Holland, NY (WBEN) A number of fire companies are at the scene of a barn fire that has closed offa portion of Route 16 in Hol...
Clarence, NY (WBEN) Sunday marks three years when Flight 3407 crashed into a home on Long Road in Clarence. Memorials, both p...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) - Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown and Buffalo Winterfest and Powder Keg organizer Drew Cerza couldn't find e...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) Tom Brady has not made many friends in Buffalo over the past decade or so, and he likely hasn't made a...
Niagara Falls, NY (WBEN) On "Buffalo's Early News" this morning, you heard about the prize to Niagara Falls off...
Niagara Falls, NY (WBEN) When a contestant is called to come down on this morning's "The Price is Right," that ...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN) The Board of Directors for Western Region OTB has approved a resolution to create a constitutional amendme...
Buffalo,NY(WBEN)TheSenecaGamingCorporation has chosenaMemphis-basedfirmtohelp completethe Senecas'visionfor the SenecaBuf...
Buffalo, NY(WBEN)The State department of parks is issuing a statement on the proposed walk by Nik Wallenda across Niagara Fal...
(AP) A Malaysian company's plan to build a $4 billion convention center and big-time casino on the outskirts of New York ...
Tonawanda (WBEN) -- The forecast calls for lake-effect snow this weekend -- just in time for the annual Tonawanda Winterfest....
Sandy Beach recently related a story on how he had a close encounter with a plate of soggy gnocchi at a local upscale restaur...
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Seneca Gaming Corporation has begun work on a $53 million addition to its Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel in Salamanca. Bu...
Buffalo (WBEN) -- St. Lawrence Church in Buffalo says its food pantry is running low on supplies and needs several items. The...
Roman pleasures Trip of a lifetime.That always sounded like a cliché to me, but I can safely say that my hu...
Niagara Falls (WBEN/AP) --A hotel operator in Niagara Falls is among those hoping the federal government will fast-track the ...
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (AP) - The Seneca Indian Nation says it strongly opposes the idea of New York state expanding gambling ne...
The tourism season at Niagara Falls is slowing, but November started the busy season for those who light the falls in colors ...
Local gas prices continue to fall at a much slower rate than the national average. According to the AAA, the current Western ...
Buffalo, NY(WBEN) Loving leftovers! Thanksgiving leftovers take on new life today. If you've woken from your turkey coma and ...
Premier Gourmet Corporation has agreed to sell its operation to the family that operates Premier Wines. Business First report...
Buffalo, NY (WBEN)- While looking back over twoyears worth of projects totaling over$168million along Buffalo's waterfron...
WASHINGTON (WBEN/AP) -- President Barack Obama is taking part in Veterans Day observances in Washington and San Diego before ...
The ever-expanding restaurant row at the Walden Galleria welcomed a new restaurant and brew pub that features great attention...
The ever-expanding restaurant row at the Walden Galleria welcomed a new restaurant and brew pub that features great attention...
Tom Parsons of Best Fares.com joined John &Susan Wednesday morning to talk about holiday airfare deals.Exclusive WBENAudioOn ...
The NFTA's Small Boat Harbor brought in more revenue this past boating season, according to Business First. The 12% bump in r...
Amherst, NY(WBEN)A local company held a party last night to unveil a pilot program aimed at curbing drunk driving.Ladybug Tek...
CUBRC has received a five year contract worth up to $36 million from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Dis...
What foods do you “Fall” for? Although the summer is definitely my favorite season of the year, I love the food a...
Buffalo, NY(WBEN)A local member of the TeaParty says he sees parallels between Occupy Wall Street and the TEAParty during its...
According to the AAA, local gas prices have dropped just two cents in the past month, to an average of $3.76 for a gallon...
It's an issues that's been in the spotlight since a couple was killed when a car drove through the window of a Niagara Falls ...
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As a lifelong Western New Yorker, I sometimes get the feeling there is a sector of this community that wants to save everythi...
Check out what President Obama and Gov. Christie saw during an aerial tour of the devastated "Sandy" region this we...
Did you catch the Saturday Night Live spoof on the VP debate and Ryan water-drinking? If not, here you go!
Ever since we learned what a calorie was we have been told they are all alike but that’s not true at all.I was told whe...
For the second year in a row, the weather was rainy for part of the day at the Taste of Williamsville, held Sunday, August 7 ...
While organic foods are often more expensive, they could be worth the extra bucks. Here's a list of the "dirty dozen,&qu...
We all know potato chips are fattening and who can eat just one? If you want a crunchy, albeit unconventional alternative, tr...
There are so many diets: Atkins, high carb, low carb, Transitions, etc. Many have opposite philosophies, but one thing is fo...
Although I like to indulge in omelets and pancakes, better breakfast choices that are not high glycemic and create a feeling ...
July 11, or 7/11, turned out to be a lucky date for seafood lovers in Western New York as Joe’s Crab Shack opened its f...
How do we eat well with all the tempting foods at summer picnics? It’s about choosing the right foods – delicious...
Hard to believe the 2011 Taste of Buffalo is already in the rear-view mirror. The 28th annual feeding frenzy drew the usual h...
A recent study was done about how potatoes chips are a major culprit in making people fat! Pretty obvious, right? Actually...
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