MAC quarterfinals: Buffalo Bulls beat Ball State, 69-65

Thursday, March 9, 2017

Friday, April 20

Erie, Pa., comes close to taking over Buffalo's yearly snow total record.

Thursday, April 19

The annual International Aviation Snow Symposium featured a snow plowing rodeo complete with representatives from all over the country competing for the title of "Best Snow Plow Driver" in the world. Participants from as far-away as Norway and Alaska ventured to Buffalo to get some tips on aviation snow management and take their turn on the obstacle course.

Thursday, April 19

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

Wednesday, April 18

It may not feel like spring, or look like spring but the migrating birds are making their way back to the Niagara Frontier. A good place to view them is Tifft Nature Preserve in Buffalo.

Wednesday, April 18

The melting of ice left by the weekend ice storm, combined with heavy rain in the forecast, raised fears of flooding throughout Western New York. Then, by Monday afternoon, rain turned to snow, leaving locals to wonder whether spring will ever come.

Tuesday, April 17

Take a look at the land that the Western New York Land Conservancy wants to become a 1.5-mile urban nature trail.

Tuesday, April 17

The state Department of Transportation released renderings on Monday, April 16, 2018, of Buffalo's new downtown train station.

Tuesday, April 17

An ice storm warning was issued for Erie and Niagara County Saturday into Sunday.

Monday, April 16

The 2018 Yom HaShoah Commemoration (Holocaust Remembrance Day) was held at Temple Beth Tzedek, 621 Getzville Road, on Sunday, April 15, 2018 in Amherst.

Monday, April 16

A weekly highlight of political cartoons from The News' Pulitzer Prize-winner.

Monday, April 16

Stuck at your desk on a dreary day? Take a quick journey around the world through photos.

Friday, April 13

The Original Kazoo Company in Eden has been producing metal kazoos since 1916 and still uses the original machinery from 1916, a machine workers affectionately call "Big Mama." The factory is now owned by Sasi (Suburban Adult Services Inc.). The Kazoo Boutique, owned by Karen Smith, offers the tours. Visitors come from all over the world.

Friday, April 13

A father died after rescuing his 8-year-old daughter from a burning multifamily home near ECMC early Friday morning. A second man was found dead in an upstairs apartment. The 8-year-old girl died of her burns 65 days later.

Thursday, April 12

Downtown Buffalo's newest apartment address is now ready for tenants at 510 Washington St., after a $4.65 million conversion of the former Loews Theater Company warehouse, built in the 1920s. The narrow seven-story building has two apartments per floor with a bakery and the lobby on the first floor.

Thursday, April 12

Many were lucky enough to avoid the death camps. Some remember little of the atrocities committed. Meet 28 of Western New York’s Holocaust-era survivors – mostly in their 80s and 90s – through the lens of News photographer Mark Mulville and in stories by reporters Gene Warner and Mark Sommer.

Wednesday, April 11

Buffalo's downtown ballpark opened in 1988 as Pilot Field, named for Pilot Air Freight of Philadelphia. That was the stadium's name during its iconic opening years, when the Herd sold more than 1 million tickets for the first six seasons the park was opened.

Friday, April 20

Thursday, April 19

On the day he signed a one-day contract with the Buffalo Bills in order to retire as a member of the franchise, beloved running back Fred Jackson dropped by Walden Galleria, near the Apple Store, to sign autographs, on Wednesday, April 18, 2018.

Thursday, April 19

Rock guitarist Dweezil Zappa, son of legendary composer-musician Frank Zappa, performed on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, in the University at Buffalo Center for the Arts. See the fans who came out for the show and shots of the musician.

Thursday, April 19

Since Alan Pergament reported that "The Bachelorette's" Becca Kufrin will be in Western New York on April 18 and 19, Western New Yorkers have been guessing where they'd be. So with our readers' help, we put together this guide to top-notch Western New York date-night spots. Some of these entries were from our series of 100 things every Western New Yorkers should do at least once.

Thursday, April 19

Camellia Garden, at 5176 Transit Road in Depew, serves sushi, Burmese and Thai cuisine.

Wednesday, April 18

English emo pop-punk band Moose Blood attracted fans to Buffalo on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, in the Town Ballroom. See the fans and some shots of the band.

Wednesday, April 18

On the first night of Local Restaurant Week on Monday, April 16, 2018, people braved the snow to eat out at the Glen Park Tavern, Eagle House and Irishman Pub and Eatery in Williamsville.

Monday, April 16

Bruno Italian Grill, which opened in the former Rachel's Mediterranean at the corner of Delaware Avenue and Chippewa Street in March, has jumped on the quick-serve trend.

Monday, April 16

M.T. Pockets Bar & Grill at 1519 Hertel Ave. is a neighborhood favorite.

Monday, April 16

The Lancaster party for a cause benefited Families Touched by MS, a Depew organization that fights multiple sclerosis, on Saturday, April 14, 2018, at St. Mary's High School in Lancaster. See who showed their support.

Monday, April 16

Comics, cosplay and special guests - the North Ridge Star Wars Fan Club - were the highlights of Buffalo Comicon, held Sunday, April 15, 2018, in the Buffalo Niagara Marriott. Queen City Bookstore is the annual presenter of the event.

Monday, April 16

A quirky arts, culture and music experience invaded the six floors of the Tri-Main Center on Saturday, April 14, 2018, for Trimania, held once every three years. See all of the people and vendors involved.

Monday, April 16

Glassing Magazine was one of the hosts of Buffalo's first Beach Glass Festival, held Saturday, April 14, 2018 at the Hamburg Fairgrounds Events Center. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, too.

Monday, April 16

Arno and Susan Tapani bought their East Aurora home in 2001 and undertook a major renovation to modernize and enlarge it. The house was built as a summer home in 1926 by prominent Buffalo couple Harlow C. and Ethel Mann Curtiss.

Saturday, April 14

Maz, the trumpet player for Snarky Puppy, went solo to headline Day 3 of the Nietzsche's JazzFest on Friday, April 13, 2018, at 248 Allen St. The festival continues through the end of Sunday.

Saturday, April 14

Both the University at Buffalo women's and men's basketball teams reached the NCAA Tournament this spring, and the UB Sports Department held a celebration where fans could take photos with the athletes.

Friday, April 20

The Marauders dominated in an early Monsignor Martin Association matchup.

Thursday, April 19

On the day he signed a one-day contract with the Buffalo Bills in order to retire as a member of the franchise, beloved running back Fred Jackson dropped by Walden Galleria, near the Apple Store, to sign autographs, on Wednesday, April 18, 2018.

Thursday, April 19

The members of the 2018 All-Western New York basketball first teams, featuring photographs taken by James P. McCoy at Statler City in the historic Statler building downtown. The annual All-Western New York issue is published Saturday.

Monday, April 16

UB wrapped up its spring practice session with its 11-on-11 situational scrimmage between the offense and defense. “All in all, the way we got out and competed, I was very pleased,” head coach Lance Leipold said.

Saturday, April 14

New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis was honored as the 17th recipient of the Call to Courage Award Saturday, April 14, in a breakfast at the Hyatt. Former Buffalo Bills quarterback and current Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich was in Buffalo to host the event, along with his wife, Linda.

Saturday, April 14

Both the University at Buffalo women's and men's basketball teams reached the NCAA Tournament this spring, and the UB Sports Department held a celebration where fans could take photos with the athletes.

Saturday, April 14

UB hosted a fan party/pep rally to celebrate the success of the men's and women's basketball teams at Alumni Arena.

Thursday, April 12

Wednesday, April 11

Jason Botterill talks to members of the media during his season-ending news conference.

Wednesday, April 11

Buffalo's downtown ballpark opened in 1988 as Pilot Field, named for Pilot Air Freight of Philadelphia. That was the stadium's name during its iconic opening years, when the Herd sold more than 1 million tickets for the first six seasons the park was opened.

Tuesday, April 10

Monday, April 9

The Sabres finished the 2017-18 season with a final record of 25-45-12 for 62 points, a drop of 16 points from last season. The 62 points are the fourth-lowest in franchise history for a full season. The Sabres had 51 points in 1971-72 and totals of 52 and 54 points, respectively, in their tank seasons from 2013-2015. Here are some of the moments that defined a disappointing season for the organization. – Mike Harrington

Monday, April 9

The Buffalo Sabres cleaned out their lockers on Monday, April 9, 2018, after another disappointing season. Buffalo became the first team in NHL history to finish in 31st place.

Thursday, April 5

Buffalo Sabres players gave away their game worn jersey's to lucky fans after the game

Thursday, April 5

The season of frustration is over for the fans in KeyBank Center, who watched the Sabres limp out of their home schedule with another lackadaisical loss. Buffalo's season of shame concluded with a record of 11-25-4.

Thursday, April 5