Catches of the Week (Sept. 19)

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Monday, October 16

Responders from multiple agencies are using aircraft and boats in the search for a Buffalo Police diver who went missing during a training session just after noon on Friday, Oct. 13.

Monday, October 16

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

Sunday, October 15

After retiring, Sister Kathleen Dougherty thought she would volunteer teaching reading to Somali Bantu children. There were lots of kids and very little program. She and her fellow sisters of the Sisters of St. Mary of Namur opened their home and started the Somali Bantu after school program five days a week. From that, a farming program was started with land made available for the Somali Bantu community in East Aurora.

Saturday, October 14

A look inside a Buffalo General Hospital operating room where Dr. Sridhar Rachala performs a total knee replacement surgery with the help of a Mako Robotic-Arm and computer assisted technology.

Friday, October 13

The Great Pumpkin Farm's Fall Festival draws thousands for its signature events, rides and attractions, not to mention a huge selection of pumpkins for sale. The farm is open from 10 a.m. until dusk each day. We visited on a relaxed weekday in which many of the attractions are closed, but the admission is free.

Friday, October 13

The wildfires raging throughout Northern California have killed at least 31 people and destroyed thousands of homes and businesses. As authorities continue to assess the damage the fires have done, here's a look at the scenes they've left behind.

Friday, October 13

New Era Cap Co.'s Derby plant opened in 1958 specifically to make its fitted 59FIFTY caps. The 240 workers there hand-make 4.5 million caps a year.

Friday, October 13

Hutchinson-Central Technical High School, known to Buffalonians as "Hutch-Tech," was founded in 1904 under the name Mechanics Arts High School and was housed in several locations around Buffalo until it relocated to this current site on South Elmwood Avenue in Buffalo. The building has served as a learning facility for students interested in building design and construction, commercial art, engineering, machine design and electrical careers. Portions of the "H" shaped structure were remodeled and repainted in 2007. The Buffalo public high school requires an entrance exam for admission.

Thursday, October 12

The newest charter school in the City of Buffalo has a unique approach, and some unique classrooms, to keep students engaged.

Wednesday, October 11

During a street construction project beginning in 2008, remains from 372 individuals were discovered in what was the Erie County Poorhouse Cemetery. Anthropologists at UB excavated the site and carefully exhumed the remains, studied them and today, gave them a proper final resting place at Assumption Cemetery in Grand Island.

Wednesday, October 11

A series of deadly Northern California wildfires continued to rage overnight as winds whipped back up, prompting additional evacuations as firefighters struggled to contain an arc of flames that has killed at least 17 people, destroyed more than 2,000 buildings and battered the region’s lifeblood wine industry.

Wednesday, October 11

A patch of sunflowers that were a summertime sensation at Chad and Louise Danielewicz farm begin to go to seed.

Tuesday, October 10

As the iconic Lady Liberty statue facing City Hall undergoes restoration, The Buffalo News was granted exclusive access to see the landmark up close.

Monday, October 9

The Week in Pictures highlights photographs taken by Buffalo News photographers, providing you a visual recap of the week gone by.

Monday, October 9

How much do you know about the 292-acre complex of forests, ponds and wetlands nestled inside suburban development in Depew? Take a closer look.

Friday, October 6

Tifft Nature Preserve, once a dumpsite for city refuse, has become a Buffalo gem. With its ponds, marshes and woodlands nestled between the I-190 and South Buffalo's industrial area, it is teaming with wildlife. The bird life in particular is impressive and attracts birders from all over to catch a view or a photograph of various species. Walking along its nearly 5 miles of trails reveals a plentiful supply of wildlife activity.

Monday, October 16

Montreal indie rock band Wolf Parade, back after a long-term hiatus, played Buffalo on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 in the Town Ballroom.

Monday, October 16

Montreal indie rock band Wolf Parade, back after a long-term hiatus, played Buffalo on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 in the Town Ballroom.

Monday, October 16

The Iron Event, an annual culinary fundraiser to support Buffalo chef Dan Tracy and to fight Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS), was held on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 in Buffalo RiverWorks. See the chefs and eaters who took part.

Monday, October 16

Thin Man Brewery closed off part of Elmwood Avenue for its annual Oktoberfest party on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017. See who dressed for the occasion and relished German beer and food.

Monday, October 16

The Pumpkin Run 5K and 1.5-mile walk supported the mission of Gateway-Longview, which helps local youth with behavioral problems and mental illness. The event was held Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, on Main Street in Williamsville.

Monday, October 16

Area residents that strolled Allen Street between Delaware Avenue and Main Street were treated to food, beer, music, crafts and family entertainment during the annual Allentown Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017.

Monday, October 16

Since 2012, nine restaurants have received the highest rating possible from the News Food Editor. Three of them, Tabree, Mike A's and Rue Franklin, have since closed. Find out the remaining restaurants and learn a little about each.

Sunday, October 15

103.3 The Edge held its first-ever HRVST music festival at Buffalo RiverWorks on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2017. Phoenix headlined the show.

Sunday, October 15

An impressive lineup of bands - headlined by Phoenix - performed at The Edge's inaugural HRVST Festival at RiverWorks on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017.

Sunday, October 15

One More Time paid tribute to Daft Punk in VENU on West Chippewa Street on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017.

Sunday, October 15

One More Time donned chrome helmets and costumes in a tribute to Daft Punk in VENU on West Chippewa Street on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017.

Saturday, October 14

An unusual food festival invaded the Terrace in the second floor of the Marcy Casino overlooking Hoyt Lake on Friday, Oct. 13, 2017, where some of Buffalo's top chefs aimed to serve the best gumbo.

Saturday, October 14

Louisiana rapper Curren$y stopped by Buffalo on Friday, Oct. 13, 2017 for a show in Town Ballroom. See shots of the artist.

Saturday, October 14

Louisiana rapper Curren$y stopped by Buffalo on Friday, Oct. 13, 2017, for a show in Town Ballroom. See the fans who attended the show.

Saturday, October 14

Singer-songwriter Ray LaMontagne performed an intimate show on Friday, Oct. 13, 2017, in the University at Buffalo's Center for the Arts. LaMontagne is touring off "Ouroboros," a 2016 album he recorded with My Morning Jacket frontman Jim James.

Saturday, October 14

Singer-songwriter Ray LaMontagne performed an intimate show on Friday, Oct. 13, 2017, in the University at Buffalo's Center for the Arts. LaMontagne is touring off "Ouroboros," a 2016 album he recorded with My Morning Jacket frontman Jim James.

Saturday, October 14

The UB Bulls hosted the Northern Illinois Huskies at UB Stadium in Amherst.

Wednesday, October 11

Submissions 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.

Monday, October 9

The Oct. 9 game was an ugly outing for the home team, which fell to 0-2-1 with a 6-2 beatdown in KeyBank Center.

Monday, October 9

The Buffalo Bills lost to the Cincinnati Bengals 20-16 on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati.

Sunday, October 8

The Buffalo Bills (3-1) meet the Cincinnati Bengals (1-3) at Paul Brown Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017.

Sunday, October 8

The Buffalo Bills (3-1) meet the Cincinnati Bengals (1-3) at Paul Brown Stadium Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017.

Sunday, October 8

The University at Buffalo lost to Western Michigan in an incredible seven-overtime shootout at their homecoming game.

Saturday, October 7

Grand Island 28, Sweet Home 0

Friday, October 6

The Buffalo Sabres may have dropped their home opener in a shootout to the Montreal Canadiens, but fans gathered in anticipation before the clash in the Party in the Plaza on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017. Rochester band Joywave played a free show in Alumni Plaza.

Monday, October 2

The East Aurora Blue Devils struck gold in overtime, as Bryce Schiltz connected with Jack Bean for the game-winning tally.

Sunday, October 1

Sunday, October 1

Sunday, October 1

A collection of photos from the game between the Buffalo Bills and Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Oct. 1., 2017, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

Sunday, October 1

Scenes from before the Buffalo Bills and Atlanta Falcons football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2017.

Saturday, September 30

Franklinville/Ellicottville 52, JFK 14

Saturday, September 30

Islanders 3, Sabres 1