A century ago, a particularly deadly strain of influenza rocked the world, killing at least 50 million people, including almost 3,000 Buffalonians.
The prestigious Jesse Ketchum Medal has been awarded to the top scholars in the Buffalo Public Schools since 1873, but it wasn't until 1884 that Grace Celia Taylor became the first African American gold medal recipient.
Lockport-born Othniel Marsh was one of the late 19th century's top paleontologists, but his feud with Edward Cope divided the scientific community and forever tarnished both men’s reputations.
Asa Ransom was one of Western New York's most intriguing—yet mysterious—early pioneers. We take a look back at his life and accomplishments.
Could a Buffalo team have won the first World Series and included such stars as Jimmy Collins, Cy Young and Herman “Babe” Ruth? Read on and find out.
Join us on an aerial tour of all eight counties of Western New York.
When fire broke out at the Fredonia Baptist Church in May 2018, it threatened to wipe away 165 years of history in the village.
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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.
The landmark Plessy v. Ferguson case was just one episode in a life devoted to civil rights.
A fond look at the life and athletic accomplishments of Chautauqua County’s Don and Cindy Reinhoudt.