WYRK is proud of this country, and the soldiers who have earned our freedom and those who fight to preserve it. We ask listeners to nominate a soldier to become one of our weekly “Hometown Heroes.” Each Friday a new Hometown Hero is chosen. The selected Hometown Hero is featured right here on WYRK.com, thanked for their service on the air and the first song on Noon Tunes is dedicated to them.
De Dee's Dairy Helps Get Pups Adopted With Pup-Cups
You may have seen the story that went viral about Just Pizza. They started putting adoptable pups' pictures on their pizzas. Now another WNY business is following their lead.
A Dad Takes To YouTube To Give Some "Dadvice"
I had a dad that really cared about what kind of person I was going to be when I grew up. Not everyone can say that. That's what Rob Kenney is on YouTube for.
Honor Flight Has To Suspend Flights For 2020 Season
You may have heard about the Honor Flight program that flies veterans to Washington, DC to see memorials for free. Unfortunately, that program has been suspended for the 2020 season.
Flyover Salute To Honor COVID-19 Heroes in Southern Tier Saturday
There's something special about seeing a flyover salute, and you'll get another chance to see one over the Southern Tier on Saturday.
Help Fight Pediatric Cancer At This Boy's Birthday Parade
There is a little boy from Orchard Park who is celebrating a birthday this weekend. And by making his birthday incredible, you can also help fight pediatric cancer.
Vote For The 'Wear A Mask New York' Ad Contest
Earlier this month Governor Cuomo asked New Yorkers to make a public service announcement video encouraging the use of masks.
Have You Heard About The "Dairy Fairy" In Genesee County?
Farmers have had to decrease their milk production by 15%. At the same time, there are people who are struggling to keep dairy products in their fridges at home. But that's where 16-year-old Rachel comes in. She has become the "Dairy Fairy."
Lancaster Gas Station Employee Hassled For Enforcing Mask Rules
By now everyone should know to wear a face mask while out and about.
JetBlue Will Be Giving Away Flights To 100,000 Medical Workers
Life is hard right now, especially for healthcare workers. But JetBlue is hoping to make all the hard work feel much more worth it with some free flights.
North Tonawanda Dry Cleaner Giving Free Masks To Veterans
North East Cleaners in North Tonawanda is giving away free patriotic-themed face masks to veterans in Western New York.
WNY Applebees Restaurants Offering 50% Off For Frontline Workers
Whether it's free coffee or discounted food, there are many establishments that are doing their part to say thank you to our frontline workers. Applebees is joining the cause.
East Aurora's Fisher Price Honors COVID19 Heroes With New Toys
East Aurora toymaker Fisher Price has announced a new line of collectables honoring the "everyday heroes" of the coronavirus pandemic.