I am a Western New York native, born and raised in West Seneca and now living with my wife Maribeth, who is an R.N., on our 65-acre farm in Marilla. We do not have children but plenty of "kids" -- our cats, dog and horses. I have worked in Buffalo radio since 1975 and at Townsquare since 2001. Presently, I work just weekends and some fill-in on-air work. My main career is in law enforcement; I'm a mounted lieutenant, chaplain and instructor for the Erie County Sheriff's Office. And, yes, I am the guy famous for the signature radio sign-off, "God bless you, God bless America, never say never!"
Craig Matthews
Time To Fall BACK–Daylight Savings Time Ends This Weekend
My wife just asked me when the clocks go back. I almost forgot that it's this weekend!
Teddy Roosevelt — He’s HERE in Buffalo! [VIDEO]
Anyone who knows me knows I am a huge T.R, fan. You know, Teddy Roosevelt, the "Rough Rider". So when was the last time you visited the Teddy Roosevelt Inaugural Site, located right here in Buffalo?
Amazing Coast Guard Rescue During Hurricane Sandy [VIDEO]
Perhaps you saw a few seconds of the amazing U.S. Coast Guard rescue of the crew of the HMS Bounty on the news. Here is a much longer version right from the Coast Guard of the daring rescue of the ship's crew during Hurricane Sandy.
Don’t Lose Your ‘Head’ This Halloween! [VIDEO]
I love pranks, especially this time of the year with Halloween just a few days away.
Time To Meet ‘TRISTAN’! Our New Addition!
Say hello to Tristan...or maybe I should put it this way: Say hello to "TRI-stan"! What do I mean? Well, "TRI" means three, so this is a perfect name since this cute little guy only has three legs!
“Tour de Vine” To Benefit Computers For Children!
Hi, it's Craig Matthews inviting you to join me this Thursday night for a wonderful event to benefit the great work of Computers for Children. I had the pleasure to be the emcee last year and I am back again for this event called, "Tour de Vine"! Read on or visit www.computersforchildren.com
Want Whiter Teeth? Try A Strawberry! [VIDEO]
Bleaching, white strips and other procedures to whiten your teeth can get costly.Try a strawberry!
Farewell To Our Best Friend…
I have come to realize the best decision is sometimes the hardest one. My wife Maribeth and I had to make one today…for our beloved Pearl. She was a Shepard-Pit bull mix I rescued from Squaw Island 13 years ago this past July.
Our Pearl 1999-2012 (Craig Matthews Photo)
One-Legged Soccer Player is AMAZING! [VIDEO]
This incredible young man has been in the spotlight a lot this past week. On the news, in the paper and on YouTube. He's an amputee who plays on crutches!
Ping-Pong Like You’ve Never Seen It Before! [VIDEO]
WOW! This is so neat....table tennis like you've never seen.
It’s Not Nice To Tease Your Dog! [VIDEO]
I love doing these postings for the website...but sometimes your mind just draws a blank. I am so glad they told us in web posting school that if that should happen you can always fall back on two things. Children and animals. Folks LOVE those topics and/or videos. Today, the animal will be in the spotlight!
Funny “Back To School” Commercial [VIDEO]
It's that time of year...BACK TO SCHOOL!! Three words that bring joy to Mom and Dad and that sick feeling to those returning to the place of higher learning. I just happen to remember one of my favorite "Back To School" commercials that expresses those emotions perfectly.