Excision at Riverworks

Tuesday, February 21, 2017

Wednesday, May 24

The week in pictures highlights news, entertainment and sports images taken by Buffalo News photographers, providing a visual recap for the week of May 15-21, 2017.

Wednesday, May 24

"Silo City" was the name given to this Buffalo architectural treasure by its current owner, Rick Smith. It consists of three grain elevator silo buildings - the Perot Malting Elevator, the American Elevator and the Marine "A" Elevator - and other obsolete plants situated on Childs Street along the Buffalo River near downtown Buffalo. The historic facilities have a rich past of producing malt made from barley and wheat which supplied the brewing industry for decades. The centerpiece of the complex is the Perot Malting Co. elevator and semi-attached malting house, which got its start in 1907 and closed in 1963 after the company dissolved.

Wednesday, May 24

Western New York is a beautiful place – and each day, Buffalo News photographers will bring you a photo to prove it. Our challenge is to look at things differently, to remind us all to slow down and enjoy our surroundings. Check back each morning to see our favorite image for the day. View the images in full screen for the most impact. – Cathaleen Curtiss, director of photography

Tuesday, May 23

The public had a rare chance to step inside a privately owned castle on Dream island in Ellicott Creek in Williamsville.

Sunday, May 21

Amid the ubiquitous caps and gowns, graduates find a blank canvas in the mortarboard. These works of art were spotted at the University at Buffalo commencement on Sunday morning.

Sunday, May 21

Graduates of the University at Buffalo Class of 2017 celebrate their milestone achievement at the commencement exercise in Alumni Hall.

Friday, May 19

Students and faculty at the Park School in Amherst raised more than $10,000 for Bald For Bucks while having some fun with their new hairstyles.

Friday, May 19

With the warm weather returning, so are the lines at Anderson's Frozen Custard. Their location at 2235 Sheridan Drive in the Town of Tonawanda was built in 1953. It's the oldest of the seven locations in the area, which makes it the sentimental favorite.

Friday, May 19

An ambitious $6 million rehabilitation project solidifying an aged dam and demolishing and replacing a bridge on the north end of the popular Allegany State Park lake will start sometime after July 4, the state Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation confirmed. Built in the late 1920s, the dam created Red House Lake from four streams that feed it: Red House Brook and Beehunter, Stoddard Creek and McIntosh creeks. The project is scheduled to be completed sometime in 2018.

Friday, May 19

After Amtrak departed the East Side landmark, the art deco structure fell into disrepair, victimized by an inattentive city administration, poor private ownership, vandalism and the march of time. Today, the enormous complex – which includes a concourse, tower building and baggage building – has urgent repair needs. The cost of the repairs is estimated from tens of millions of dollars to upwards of $100 million. Through photos by The News' Mark Mulville, see the parts of the terminal that aren't often on view for the public.

Friday, May 19

Guatemalan immigrants Daniel and Sandra, along with their six American children, give up on the American dream and seek a future in Canada.

Tuesday, May 16

The fate of the Northtown Plaza is uncertain as Whole Foods is about to open. Many tenants have left over the years and others are planning to move.

Tuesday, May 16

Law enforcement officials gathered Monday, May 15, 2017, at St. Joseph's Cathedral in Buffalo for the annual Law Enforcement Memorial Service, which honors officers slain in the line of duty.

Monday, May 15

The week in pictures highlights news, entertainment and sports images taken by Buffalo News photographers, providing a visual recap for the week of May 8-14, 2017.

Monday, May 15

Grain Elevators on the Buffalo River are neglected and underutilized historical resources. However, Buffalo’s grain elevators are also unique architectural structures of national and international significance. The proposed Buffalo Grain Elevator National Park could stimulate further commercial development of the Buffalo River area while preserving the historic First Ward. Adam Sokol, an architect with offices in Allentown and Los Angeles has presented the idea and has drawn conceptual site plans for "Buffalo Grain Elevator National Park."

Monday, May 15

One M&T Plaza is celebrating its 50-year anniversary. It was dedicated on June 13, 1967.

Thursday, May 25

Darien Lake features a full hip-hop bill headlined by Future, Wednesday, May 24, 2017.

Thursday, May 25

Wednesday, May 24

Area foodies are all smiles during the Food Truck Tuesday at Larkin Square Tuesday, May 23. Dozens of trucks lined the walkways of the iconic Hydraulic District destination. The event runs every Tuesday through October 3rd with a 5 p.m. start time.

Tuesday, May 23

The WNY Women's Foundation held a celebration on Monday, May 22, 2017, recognizing speaker Teresa C. Younger, the president and CEO of the Ms. Foundation for Women. Guests enjoyed cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and an after-party catered by Delaware North.

Monday, May 22

Edible raw cookie dough purveyors Dough Boyz opened May 16, 2017, in the Walden Galleria. Take a look at the store, menu and cookie dough.

Monday, May 22

For decades, former TV reporter Mike Igoe has been collecting vestiges of the past. His collection of historic oddments has expanded to fill the basement of his Clarence home. Take a look through his collection, which is up for sale online through June 6.

Monday, May 22

Step Out Buffalo collaborated with Compeer to present the inaugural Buffalo Pierogi Fest on Sunday, May 21, 2017, at Buffalo's Outer Harbor. Ru's Pierogi captured two of the three major awards, while Keeping Traditions won the traditional pierogi award.

Monday, May 22

On Sunday, May 21, 2017, Buffalo RiverWorks hosted the final day of the 10th annual Ballin' For a Cause National Basketball Tournament, which pitted 5 vs. 5 teams from across the U.S. and beyond to compete for prizes as well as raise money for scholarships to three Medaille College students. See who won titles on Sunday, plus some fans.

Monday, May 22

GObike Buffalo's biggest event of the year is the SkyRide, an event that takes bicyclists over the Skyway and concludes with a festival in LaSalle Park. See who participated in the rainy ride and who celebrated at the after-party on Sunday, May 22, 2017.

Monday, May 22

The 21st annual Hospice Memorial Walk, which pays tribute to loved ones who have died and raises awareness for the organization's caretaking, was held at Canalside on Sunday, May 21, 2017.

Monday, May 22

Under a new coaching staff, FC Buffalo took on the Dayton Dynamo Saturday evening, losing 1-0 in their first match of the 2017 season. See who was there to watch the action in the home opener at All-High Stadium.

Monday, May 22

Wine and baseball were the focus of Bases Merlot-ed, a cleverly named event that introduced attendees to a variety of local wines as the Bisons took on the Pawtucket Red Sox on Saturday, May 20, 2017.

Monday, May 22

The Buffalo Museum of Science trumpeted the creativity of individuals, as the Mini Maker Faire showcased an assortment of gadgets and practical toys on Saturday, May 20, 2017.

Monday, May 22

Canisius College undergraduates accepted their diplomas on Saturday, May 20, 2017, in the Koessler Athletic Center. See the graduates, plus family and friends.

Monday, May 22

From William Shatner to Joe Montana to Billy Dee Williams, celebrities are headed to Nickel City Con all weekend in the Buffalo Niagara Convention. See who turned up on Saturday, May 20, 2017.

Sunday, May 21

To raise awareness and show support for those struggling with depression and addiction, the South Buffalo Walk for Hope weaved through Cazenovia Park on Saturday, May 20, 2017.

Thursday, May 25

Thursday, May 25

St. Mary's used two big innings to jump to the title.

Thursday, May 25

Williamsville South beat its rival for the Section VI championship.

Wednesday, May 24

Wednesday, May 24

Tuesday, May 23

Tuesday, May 23

Submissions to Catches of the Week can be emailed to outdoors@buffnews.com and should include name, hometown and particulars of the catch. One photo will be selected as Catch of the Week and be published on the Thursday Outdoors page.

Tuesday, May 23

Who's ready to bust onto the scene in 2017? News Sports Reporter Jay Skurski lists five candidates.

Tuesday, May 23

Tuesday, May 23

Williamsville South 5, Grand Island 0

Monday, May 22

On Sunday, May 21, 2017, Buffalo RiverWorks hosted the final day of the 10th annual Ballin' For a Cause National Basketball Tournament, which pitted 5 vs. 5 teams from across the U.S. and beyond to compete for prizes as well as raise money for scholarships to three Medaille College students. See who won titles on Sunday, plus some fans.

Monday, May 22

FC Buffalo lost, 1-0, in its home opener against the Dayton Dynamo on Saturday, May 20, 2017, at All-High Stadium.

Monday, May 22

Under a new coaching staff, FC Buffalo took on the Dayton Dynamo Saturday evening, losing 1-0 in their first match of the 2017 season. See who was there to watch the action in the home opener at All-High Stadium.

Sunday, May 21

Sunday, May 21

St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute hosted St. Mary's High School in boys baseball action on Saturday, May 20, 2017.

Sunday, May 21