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The Ballad of Riverboat Richie

A star at Penn State—how would the first-ever draft pick by the modern Buffalo Bills fare in the AFL?
Endnotes: Our Local Treasure

One of our stories prompts several discoveries closer to home.
“One of the Grandest Spectacles I Have Ever Seen:” Buffalo Hosts the Grand Army of the Republic

We recall the planning and spectacle of the event that brought nearly 50,000 Union veterans to the Queen City.
From Grand Island to Gliders: Charles N. DeGlopper

The story behind a Grand Island farm boy’s heroic sacrifice to save his comrades.
Albion Winegar Tourgee: Mayville’s Civil Rights Hero

The landmark Plessy v. Ferguson case was just one episode in a life devoted to civil rights.
"Memorable in the Annals of the United States” The Curious Case of General Alexander Smyth, 1812

A celebrated War of 1812 historian takes a look at one of America’s most. . . colorful. . . early generals.
Producing Diversion and Hope: Kleinhans Music Hall During World War II

While thought of for its acoustic splendor today, Kleinhans Music Hall served as a multi-faceted beacon of morale during the dark days of the Second World War.
CAMP Guards the Memorial

A group of amateur preservationists are determined to save Cattaraugus County's unique Civil War memorial.
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North Park Theatre

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.
The Ice Must Flow

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.
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