A newly-engaged working mom of two (soon to be three) lovely little boys, I'm curious about the people, places and things that make up the world around us. I love working out and spending time with my boys; and I am as likely to tear up a karaoke stage as to deliver a dynamic lecture in the classroom. I am also a former Associate Professor of Communication and Media Arts at SUNY Genesee, and a SUNY Chancellor's Award-winning educator. A lifelong WNYer, born and raised in Cheektowaga, I now live with my fiance and our kids. I've been on the radio in Buffalo since the 90s and am known to change hair colors frequently.
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Buffalo Outer Harbor Concert Venue Up for City Approval
For a long time, temporary pop-up stages have been the platform for many concerts in the Outer Harbor and Canalside, but soon there could be a new permanent concert amphitheater on the water.
Major Buffalo Food Festival Has Approval for In-Person Event
While many of Buffalo's annual festivals are still being shelved until 2022, there's one big one that's definitely making a comeback.
Blue Jays Games Will Be a Better Experience for Buffalonians Who Are Vaccinated
It's unclear if kids who aren't yet eligible for vaccinations will be permitted to sit with their vaccinated guardians.
Cuomo Plans Full Reopening for New York State Beachgoers
Earlier today during a press conference at Sahlen Field in Buffalo, Governor Cuomo was optimistic about a full reopening of New York State's beaches and public swimming pools by mid-summer.
Buffalo Getting Its Own Version of Famous Game
Move over Park Place, here comes Elmwood Avenue.
If This Happens, Erie County Fair Could Go Full Capacity for 2021
A new study says the Erie County Fair could be operating, safely, at full capacity for 2021.
How To Take Photos of the Moon Like a Pro
You might think a foray into astrophotography is a large undertaking, but getting started is really simple. Here's how we began taking seriously Instagram-worthy moon pics.
My First Mother’s Day Without My Mom
This is the first year I haven't had to think about what to buy my mom for Mother's Day.
The Best Sitcoms of All Time with a Western New York Connection
Rolling Stone magazine just released their list of the top 100 sitcoms of all time.
We were surprised just how many shows have a connection to Buffalo and the greater Western New York Region.
We were surprised just how many shows have a connection to Buffalo and the greater Western New York Region.
Josh Allen Tweet Teaches Buffalo School Kids a Lesson in Social Media
There are a few kids in one Western New York classroom who learned a lesson today, thanks to Josh Allen.
13 Things Buffalonians Got REALLY Hyped Up About
We can't help it. We get really excited about stuff. Sometimes the excitement escalates into a total hype scenario. Sometimes the hype was worth it -- other times, not so much.
How To Get Tickets To Blue Jays Games in Buffalo
It looks like we have a date for when the Toronto Blue Jays are back to Buffalo.