An unidentified student reported a sexual assault on the SUNY Buffalo State campus Friday Feb. 16. A female commuter student reported the attack happened around 1 p.m. in an unspecified parking lot. The attacker was described as a white male who was a stranger to the victim, however, no other details were available. Continue reading
The number of deaths attributed to opioid overdoses in Erie County has declined for the first time since 2013. County health officials released figures Feb. 27 that showed there were 233 confirmed opioid related deaths in 2017, a decline of more than 10 percent from 2016 when there were 301 deaths. Continue reading
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is considering implementing a ban on single-use plastic shopping bags. Calls for a plastic bag ban have come from a number of state lawmakers and local officials, including Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz. Continue reading
This week on the Buffalo Review (March 9), we covered human trafficking, a new product designed to limit distracted driving, the Buffalo firefighter test and a pet store that allows customers to rent baby chickens. Continue reading
Many students at SUNY Buffalo State say they’ve struggled registering for classes and some are questioning the school’s policy giving priority to some students, including athletes, honors students and members of student government. Continue reading
This week’s show featured headlines from Buffalo State and conversations about the Anne Frank Project and the new film “Black Panther.” Continue reading
This week on the Buffalo Review (March 1), we covered a decrease in Opioid overdoses in Erie County, the effects of declining fitness on military recruiting, a potential ban on plastic bags in New York state and the challenges some students face registering for classes. Continue reading
Paint Nite is an international business in the “paint and sip” industry, which partners with local artists who host classes that combine painting and cocktails. In order to become a Paint Nite “creative entrepreneur,” the artist has to apply and once approved has the ability to run their own classes. The company has licensed entrepreneurs across the U.S. and Canada. Continue reading
Black Friday has come and gone, but holiday shopping is still raging on, as many businesses rely on this time of year to improve the bottom line. For major retailers like Target or Best Buy, the Friday after Thanksgiving is one of the most lucrative days of the year, but for shops in Buffalo’s Elmwood Village, it’s a day later on Small Business Saturday. Continue reading
Ice skating has returned to Canalside for the winter season, with a greater emphasis on comfort and safety. The rink is open to skaters of all age and skill levels and this year there are a few additions to the rink intended to better accommodate guests and provide a safer experience. Continue reading
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