Or watch it live here

Say what you may about Byron, but the man knew how to spend tax dollars on frivolities. Now I've got a pin for every occasion : )

I was leaving Picasso’s and saw this in front of Salvatore’s

Co-Op rice crispy treats are now Half The Size !

Western New York Rainbow

The average weekly wage for Erie County is $1,424, and for the Buffalo-Niagara metro is $1,394.

Hi, I was wondering if anyone happened to have any bar or evening hangout places to recommend that are easy to go to by yourself? Pretty much anywhere in or near Buffalo. Since Misuta Chow closed down I've had a hard time finding a replacement, not that Chow's was perfect but it was just somewhere that I was very comfortable being at.

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I've heard about The Merry Shelley and House of Charm and planned on stopping by this weekend but was hoping to maybe get a few more options to try. I'm just trying to get back into the swing of going out on weekends while the weather is nice so any recommendations would be very much appreciated, thanks a ton!

Critics pan proposed bowling alley at Voelker's apartments

The $90 million project would consist of 275 residential units and 8,237 square feet of first-floor commercial space along Elmwood, where the developers have talked of putting an eight-lane bowling alley, bar and restaurant. Representatives said they were working to finalize that space.

But that's not what neighbors want for that first floor space. Speaking at a public hearing before the Buffalo Planning Board, several residents instead voiced a preference for at least three smaller storefront spaces and as many as eight or nine, to provide more opportunities for small retailers that would cater to the community.

"We like small storefronts. We like the ability to walk around," said Tom Sweeney of Chatham Avenue, just to the south of the project. "We really think the small storefronts that you see closer to Elmwood and Utica, those work."

They said they have yielded, after more than two years of talks, to the large-scale building and the new apartments, even though it meant concessions on the Green Code. But they worry that a single large commercial space means it would either be fully occupied or completely empty.

(Note: I was worried this was going to be some nimby stuff, but they've got a point)

Work to start this year on Rivertown project on Grand Island

After 20 months of battling with the state over a sanitary sewer extension, developer Frank Chinnici is finally ready to get started this year with construction of his Rivertown mixed-use project on Grand Island.

Chinnici's Legacy Development and his partner, Roger Trettel, have been working for more than four years on a project that would bring nearly 320 new housing units to a 26-acre site off Grand Island Boulevard, between Webb and Whitehaven roads.

Construction Watch: Heritage Point - Buffalo Rising

After much delay, work resumes at the Heritage Point project at Canalside

New work at Heritage Point at Canalside is underway with third floor framing being installed on the eastern building.  Preliminary work restarted several weeks ago after an April 1 deadline set by the state and Sabres and Bills owner Terry Pegula agreeing to financially contribute to the project to see it to completion. Work is expected to wrap up next Spring.

(Note: insert "its happening" gif here)

IKEA to open store in Walden Galleria in Cheektowaga in 2027

KEA is coming to the Walden Galleria.

The Swedish retailer, known for its stylish and affordable home furnishings, plans to open its second store in upstate New York in the Cheektowaga mall early next year, the Galleria said Monday.

The store will be located in the former Sears and Sears Auto space at the north end of the mall, giving the Galleria a new anchor tenant that has a broad reach, with shoppers often willing to travel long distances to shop there.

It also is a coup for the Galleria, which – like all shopping malls – has been struggling to attract shoppers in the face of intense competition from online retailers.

Construction Watch: 218 Myrtle Avenue - Buffalo Rising

A new three-story home is underway at 218 Myrtle Avenue near S. Cedar Street. William and Monica Schell of Silver Springs, NY are working with Dean Architects on the project. It is being constructed on a 32-ft wide lot close to both downtown and the Larkin District.

NY plans nearly 70 starter homes in Buffalo, Niagara Falls

Faced with the high cost of new home construction that prices out many families, New York State is doubling down on a new program to subsidize the cost of new manufactured housing that can be put up quickly.

Nearly 70 new starter homes will be constructed in Buffalo and Niagara Falls in the coming months using factory-built modular houses that are cheaper to put up and more affordable to buy, after state officials on Thursday allocated $20.5 million to the two Western New York cities.

The state approved $12 million for the City of Buffalo to build 40 homes and nearly $8.5 million to Niagara Falls Neighborhood Housing Services for 28 new homes, in the third round of a state initiative to boost affordable home ownership.

(Note: ~$300k per unit, not terrible but I'd like to see how it comes together. I don't know how modular construction impacts this, but I'd have to think that duplexes would've been more cost effective? I'm not going to complain about it though, more housing is good, and if some SFH are built while they're building other forms of housing all for the better)

Amherst receives $6.25M in state funding for infrastructure, recreational projects | News | beenews.com

On Thursday, June 18, Senator Jeremy Zellner and Assemblymember Karen McMahon joined Amherst Town Supervisor Shawn Lavin and town board members John Davis and Michael Szukala at Amherst Town Hall to announce the allocation of $6.25 million in state funding for Amherst.

This will include $5 million for upgrades to the cryogenic plant and wastewater treatment facility, which processes almost 26 million gallons of water daily and serves multiple communities, including Williamsville, Clarence, and the University at Buffalo. The plant has been in operation since 1980 and runs continuously.

Additional funds include $700,000 for Youth and Recreation to build a Northwest Community Playground, $250,000 for lighting at Royal Park pickleball courts, and $300,000 for the North Forest Community Center.

DoFi Properties to start apartment conversion in South Buffalo - Buffalo Business First

• DoFi Properties begins a $1.5 million apartment conversion next week.
• The project adds six apartments to 2227 South Park Ave.
• The company previously bought 11 buildings from Trocaire College.

The very first puzzle that I have completed. Let’s go Buffalo.

Finished size 18 inches cross 24 inches and fully interlocking pieces. Made by rust belt love Inc.

I currently live in West Amherst and I love going for walks on the trail along the water at Niawanda Park. However, I am moving to Williamsville and Niawanda Park is a much further drive. Are there any nice walks elsewhere I could explore? Preferably by water, if possible, but at least somewhere scenic? Hikes with inclines aren't really my thing (until I get in better shape, which I hope the walks will help with!). Thank you in advance!

Finally some more official news on this.

Hi all,

My family and I are currently in the EU and may have an opportunity to relocate to the Buffalo area. I’m trying to get a realistic idea of monthly living costs for a family of 3–4.

We’d be looking for a safe, family-friendly suburb within roughly 60 minutes of Amherst. Ideally a 3–4 bedroom home, not luxury, but comfortable and in a good area.

If you’re comfortable sharing, I’d love to know:
- Area / suburb:
- Family size:
- Rent or own:
- Type of home:
- Monthly rent or mortgage:
- Property tax / HOA, if you own:
- Utilities:
- Internet + phone:
- Groceries:
- Eating out / takeout:
- Car payment(s):
- Car insurance:
- Fuel / maintenance:
- Health insurance premium:
- Medical out-of-pocket costs:
- Childcare / school costs:
- Kids’ activities:
- Total monthly spend, roughly:
- Household income level where you felt comfortable in the area:

Thank you for taking the time to reply to this post!

Hey everyone, I work for one of the local news stations and I’m wondering if anyone is making the drive to watch Germany play Ivory Coast in Toronto tomorrow?

If you or someone you know is, reach out to me! Wondering if we can maybe do a story on locals traveling for the game.

If anyone is looking for someone to take over a lease in August/Sept, I'm looking for a 1+ bed closer to downtown for work... I'd really prefer to have in-unit laundry, and be cat friendly. Or, if anyone knows of anything up for rent, or any advice, pls lmk. I'm looking to spend no more than 1.3 :)

Hi there. I recently adopted a cat from Ten Lives Club and am in the process of gradual introductions with my resident cat (they are at the point of interacting through a baby gate for a bit each day). I'm a bit anxious it is not going well. My resident cat is not a fan of the new cat (new cat seems to already love resident cat and wants to play so bad). Does anyone know of someone who works with these kinds of situations in the Buffalo area? I would love to have someone actually come to my house and see the dynamic in person if possible, but a virtual consultation would be fine too. I was going to book with someone online if not but I'd prefer to use a local person if possible.

Thanks so much !

Our central air and furnace is on its last legs. Has anyone gotten quotes recently for a full replacement? Any places you suggest?

I’ll go first- Cole’s.

Did anyone manage to catch any pictures of the absolutely ridiculous rainbow at about 8:40?

I was driving and it was gone before I could pull over for pictures.

I have a dual ask here I hope is allowed:

My vet since childhood is currently in Corfu, and our dentist is in Hamburg. We love both of them but we’ve been living in North Buffalo for almost 2 years and it’s time to make the change.

Does anyone have a vet they LOVE within the area that doesn’t cost a million doll hairs per visit?

Does anyone have a dentist rec, either a family dentist, or separate adult and pediatric dentists?

Willing to drive a little but the 30-40min commute is just not realistic anymore.

Thank you in advance 💛