Did Olean’s police chief Jack Dempsey actually arrest Al Capone? We take a look at the theories and evidence.
The parachute that saved pilot Charles Stanley’s life served a second purpose upon his return home.
Twenty years ago, the former Niagara Falls High School was given new life as a regional center for the arts.
A extra from our Spring 2022 issue, featuring a rundown of some of the rides from Buffalo's $2 million playground.
Dr. Allen established the first pharmacy in Erie County outside the City of Buffalo in Aurora.
Well-known vaudeville star Jesse Clipper became the first African American soldier from Buffalo to succumb to injuries sustained in World War I.
The 1893 Model City prospectus described a “green city” powered by clean energy and centered around nature and beauty.
The events of the Buffalo Centennial Eucharistic Congress of 1947 drew over 500,000 people, making it the largest religious event held in Western New York.
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Through a partnership with Christopher Behrend Photography, we bring you this photography book showing the end result of the restoration of the Art Nouveau murals in the North Park Theatre.
Through a partnership with Christopher Behrend Photography, we bring you this unique collection of the most intense & beautiful winter icescapes-captured during the incredible winter months of 2019.