Archive - WNY Heritage

Find out how the work of energetic entrepreneurs caused a Chautauqua County hamlet to become known as “The Buckle of the Grape Belt.”

A visual survey of spans across the Niagara River, past and present.

The author's college photography project provides a glimpse into regional rail stations of the past.

We take a look at the origins—and remnants—of what was once called “Buffalo’s Two-Million-Dollar Playground.”

Did Olean’s police chief Jack Dempsey actually arrest Al Capone? We take a look at the theories and evidence.

Go behind the headlines to discover the beginnings of this regional architectural treasure.

A extra from our Spring 2022 issue, featuring a rundown of some of the rides from Buffalo's $2 million playground.

A collection of chilly scenes from years past, courtesy of the Wyoming County Historian's Office.

Western New York Heritage