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In an age when many believed pagan philosophers belonged in Hell, Erasmus wrote, “Sancte Socrates, ora pro nobis” — “Saint Socrates, pray for...
As a child of a "train man," I was thrilled to see the legendary Big Boy 4104 on its historic trip through Buffalo. Catch the latest in...
Western New York's film industry has experienced remarkable growth over the past decade, generating hundreds of millions of dollars annually and...
In my opinion our country and Americans need a reset in the basics, all of which are outlined in the Constitution. We are distancing ourselves from...
A one-year moratorium to stop the excessive growth of data centers without further investigation into water usage, energy rate increases, and...
I have long been amused by the fact that discrimination on the basis of race or sex is forbidden, but not on the basis of money. So, now we have a...
Until the loud train horns on Main St. in the village of Angola go away, the quality of life will probably never be up to par with the village of East...
While the state’s plan for the North Aud block at Canalside may well increase the number of “affordable” apartments there, it will do little if...
The Bill's new stadium looks great and it will be great to go see the Bills win in the stadium – if you can afford it. That being said what...
On America’s Semiquincentennial, our 250th year of liberty, I call on our state and federal representatives and senators to take America seriously....
I am writing this letter in response to the data center being planned for the Town of Tonawanda. People are also reading… Alan Pergament: Where is...
When the human rights violations of World War II were unearthed at the end of the war, leaders around the world gathered to vow that they would not...
Lawmakers are now investigating toxic gas emissions from animal farming, including ammonia pollution that threatens nearby communities (The Bureau of...
The former Tonawanda Coke site is one of Western New York’s prime redevelopment opportunities: a brownfield with abundant nearby water access, rail...
Fifty years ago I was an optimistic 20-year-old looking forward to what life had to offer and the upcoming Bicentennial celebration of our...
Adding hydrogen to natural gas pipes has been touted for years, but it’s a bad idea whose time should never come . Hydrogen doesn’t play well with...
As a constituent who values practical solutions that keep our communities safe and thriving, I urge Rep. Nick Langworthy to support funding for the...
Would somebody please explain to me why a large percentage of low-income Americans of all races continue to vote for Republicans, virtually all of...
On the evening of November 14, 2024, my basement was flooded by a sewage backup. I contacted a plumber, but they were unable to resolve the issue. The...
Abraham, Elijah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Jonah: a small sampling of prophets who heard God’s message and went out into the world to speak to expose...
You cannot consider yourself an informed citizen and condone what this administration is allowing ICE to do in our communities. This is the result...
My small business has been operating in the Buffalo area for decades. We take pride in being able to offer our products at the highest quality and the...
Most people have had experience with needing and receiving hospital care. There are special issues that some of us run into. I know because I recently...
I don’t know where to begin. Trump's behavior would get him expelled if he were a student at any school at any level, and it would get him...
Who can and who cannot make decisions based on race within our government is a question I ask myself. Twenty years ago Samuel Alito and John Roberts...
U.S. Senators want more money. They earn a starting salary of $174,000 and they haven't had a raise in about 10 years. People are also reading…...
No doubt, tax revenue from massive data center projects has helped support local municipalities. But these projects also come with significant costs...
As someone on a fixed income, I keep a close watch on costs/prices, especially on utility bills. People are also reading… Homicides in Cheektowaga...
Politically motivated protests against law enforcement of our immigration laws are being given sensational. inordinate coverage and credibility,...
Economic policies supported by Congresswoman Claudia Tenney and Congressman Nick Langworthy’s are hurting Western New York. Tariff policies are...
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Every evening, the national news delivers graphic scenes of floods, tornadoes, and runaway forest fires. The number of horrific weather events is...
The recently passed state budget contains three provisions where our legislators mistakenly believe they can regulate ICE in enforcing immigration law...
As our nation approaches the 250th anniversary of its independence, we need to reflect on how it is that we have achieved this great milestone. The...
I am writing this letter after watching video of the City Council of Niagara Falls Meeting on May 20 a second time and speaking with a friend who was...
There is a pattern that has been occurring for years, but that now is becoming more apparent and it affects our right to vote for our leaders. This...
People are also reading… Gov. Hochul unveils new state park in Buffalo after $50 million 'transformation' Buffalo police officer among two...
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An ancient, almost surely apocryphal story is about a dog food company executive convening a big sales meeting. A very short version has the exec...
Where is the abortion debate after the fall of Roe v. Wade and the Supreme Court eyeing a ban of abortion pills? Not in the shouting matches. Not in...
For many in the LGBTQ community, accessing health care has not always felt safe, inclusive, or welcoming. These experiences can lead people to delay...
As GOP politicians hesitantly threaten to end Trump's war in Iran it would be a mistake to believe that their new position is a principled one....
Did I hear this right? Is our government planning to give $1.8 billion dollars to people who broke the law on January 6, among others? Catch the...
Monday night hurt. Game 7. Overtime. It was another chapter in the emotional roller coaster that comes with being a Buffalo sports fan. People are...
Our giant sequoias are irreplaceable — living monuments that store carbon, support habitat, and connect us to centuries of natural history. The Save...
Each time we call a business a friendly voice asks a series of stupid questions, And then invites us to play "telephone bingo." It appears...
How are we to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of our democratic republic when it is being systematically destroyed by a wannabe...
Today there are nine countries that have nuclear weapons, including Israel. There is no way that we’d want Iran to possess a nuclear weapon and we...
President Trump just said it out loud. When asked yesterday to what extent Americans’ financial situation is motivating him to make a deal with...
It was hard not to be moved by the Sabres fans who sang "O Canada" due to the technical glitch at game 5 of the quarter-finals against the...