This has certainly been a year unlike any other. We’ve all gotten used to doing more from home -- celebrating holidays, working, exercising and more. But spending more time at home can make anyone feel a little stir crazy, especially if your apartment is also your office, gym and recreational ...
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When it comes to Buffalo weather, the city is known for its snowfall, and for good reason. But many out-of-towners don’t realize that our city should be just as well known for cloudy weather. While the Pacific Northwest gets a lot of recognition for being cloudy, Buffalo actually has more ...
Read MoreAs we look ahead to 2021, when we hopefully be safely traveling and visiting various parts of the country (and the world) once again, we thought it would be interesting to take a look at Buffalo's importance in the history of aviation. Even longtime residents may be unaware that the Queen ...
Read MoreIt’s been about five months since the vast majority of office employees started working from home due to COVID-19, and there’s no certain time when many will return to their regular office -- or if they’ll return at all. Some large companies have reported that working from home over the ...
Read MoreIt’s summertime, which usually means people are traveling, heading to the water and flying to various destinations. And in Buffalo, that often means crossing the border into Canada for the day to enjoy Ontario’s beautiful beaches. But summer 2020 is certainly different than any other. As COVID-19 continues to spread, ...
Read MoreWe’re a couple months into social distancing, and especially if you’re working from home, it’s likely that your everyday routine has begun to feel a bit mundane. Perhaps you started out the lockdown by cooking up fancy new recipes and baking all sorts of delicious breads. But at this point, it ...
Read MoreThere’s not much else on anyone’s mind besides the COVID-19 outbreak and its effects on people’s lives, businesses and the world as a whole. That’s why, with so many people stuck at home and others dealing with the anxiety of working an essential job, we thought it would be helpful ...
Read MoreIt’s completely natural to be anxious, upset and angry about the COVID-19 health crisis. You may be feeling disappointed that your favorite activities are being canceled. You may be feeling lonely, unable to interact with friends and family. You may be scared that the disease could affect you or ...
Read MoreWhen most people enter a raffle, they expect to win money, or perhaps a prize such as a gift certificate, an electronic device or a gift basket. Most probably wouldn’t expect to win several pounds of pork ribs, ground beef or chicken thighs. But those are exactly the types of ...
Read MoreIt’s officially a new year (and a new decade), and it’s likely your New Year’s resolutions are in full swing. One popular resolution for many is to save money. But of course, there are always things that need to be purchased, particularly when you’re moving into a new apartment. How you ...
Read MoreIt’s the end of the decade -- which means you know New Year’s parties are going to send it out with a bang. Being a fun drinking town, Buffalo has a ton of exciting parties and events on New Year’s Eve. But even if you’re not a big drinker, there ...
Read MoreIt’s no secret that the night before Thanksgiving is one of the biggest party nights of the year -- especially here in Buffalo. An abundance of bars in walkable areas, college students home from school reuniting with friends, bars open until 4 a.m. and a few days off from work ...
Read MoreUnfortunately for those who like to do outdoor activities after work, Daylight Savings Time ends this weekend -- which means it will get dark an hour earlier each evening. Daylight hours will also continue to decrease until we reach the winter solstice on December 21, the shortest day of ...
Read MoreThis past July, Kenmore Development lost a beloved member of its maintenance staff, Tom Dzielski. Tom worked for KenDev for over 40 years. He was born in Kenmore and began working for KenDev after high school. He began as ...
Read MoreNothing beats relaxing in a large bathtub with candles, wine and a good book. While it’s a scene most apartment dwellers only see in the movies, many renters aspire to create a similar experience in their own bathrooms. Unfortunately, most apartments bathrooms aren’t exactly the lavish quarters you see in ...
Read MoreBuffalo's growing season may be short, but there are plenty of great farmers markets you can visit during the summer. From strawberries to leafy greens, flower bouquets and gourmet pastries, the farmers markets around Buffalo and Niagara Falls offer the best of local farms’ bounties. Most of them are growers-only ...
Read MoreJuly 4 is a time to recognize America’s history -- and this Independence Day, you’ll have the opportunity to take part in a celebration of the country’s maritime past right here in Buffalo. From July 4 through July 7, a fleet of 12 tall ships from the United States, Canada, ...
Read MoreSummer is (finally) almost here, and getting healthier is a popular goal as people prepare to bare more skin in the summer months. While we’ve written about Buffalo’s popular gyms and fitness clubs in the past, health isn’t just about exercise -- it’s about eating well and spending time outside ...
Read MoreWhile Buffalo is better known for its cold weather sports like hockey and football, baseball also has a healthy fanbase in the city -- as well as plenty of history.
Buffalo has been home to baseball teams since the 1800s, including teams in the early history of baseball’s major leagues. ...
Read MoreFor Buffalo foodies, it’s the best time of the year: Local Restaurant Week. Running April 1 through 7, Local Restaurant Week allows restaurants across Western New York to show off their delicious specialties. It's a great opportunity to try a new place and sample unique dishes at some of the ...
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