Gwyn Napier

1 week ago | wivb.com | Gwyn Napier

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) — Memorial Day marked the beginning of the “100 Deadliest Days,” a stretch of summer where fatal crashes involving teen drivers rise significantly. AAA is urging both parents and teens to take extra precautions on the road. “This time period from Memorial Day to Labor Day is when fatal teen crashes increase dramatically,” said Elizabeth Carey, director of public relations for AAA. “The latest numbers from 2023 show that 863 people were killed during that summer.

2 weeks ago | wivb.com | Gwyn Napier

LOCKPORT, N.Y. (WIVB) — As Memorial Day approaches, YMCA Buffalo Niagara is honoring veterans and active-duty military members with a special offer, free access to all five YMCA locations from Friday, May 23 through Monday, May 26. This limited-time initiative invites veterans, active military personnel, and their families to explore all that the YMCA has to offer. Visitors should bring a valid ID and military identification.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Gwyn Napier

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Oishei Children’s Hospital launched its second annual Giving Day Tuesday, a 24-hour fundraiser to support the hospital’s critical programs and services. “Many people don’t think about a children’s hospital until they need it,” said Dr. Stephen Turkovich, Oishei Children’s Hospital president. “As a parent, I know how important it is to have a place ready to care for kids at any moment.”Last year’s event raised over $430,000.

2 weeks ago | wivb.com | Gwyn Napier

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Oishei Children’s Hospital launched its second annual Giving Day Tuesday, a 24-hour fundraiser to support the hospital’s critical programs and services. “Many people don’t think about a children’s hospital until they need it,” said Dr. Stephen Turkovich, Oishei Children’s Hospital president. “As a parent, I know how important it is to have a place ready to care for kids at any moment.”Last year’s event raised over $430,000.

3 weeks ago | wivb.com | Gwyn Napier

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Lafayette Square may be quiet on Thursday, but come Saturday at 2 p.m., it is expected to fill with thousands of people marching for women’s rights as part of the Western New York Women’s March. The event, organized in honor of Victorious Women’s Month, aims to promote equality, dignity, and justice for all.