Kim DeGeorge

Buffalo

Digital Director at WGRZ-TV (Buffalo, NY)

Articles

Buffalo billboards celebrate Josh Allen & Hailee Steinfeld's wedding

4 days ago | wgrz.com | Kim DeGeorge

BUFFALO, N.Y. — We're sure you've heard the news that Buffalo Bills Quarterback Josh Allen and actress Hailee Steinfeld tied the knot on May 31st. And now, two local businesses are helping spread the word in true Buffalo fashion. West Herr and Delaware North each unveiled billboards congratulating the newlyweds. West Herr’s billboard is visible near the I-190, while Delaware North’s message is posted right across the street from their headquarters at Delaware and Chippewa.
Buffalo Police launches Foot Patrol Integration Unit

5 days ago | wgrz.com | Kim DeGeorge

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Acting Buffalo Mayor Christopher P. Scanlon on Monday announced the Buffalo Police Department’s Foot Patrol Integration Unit (FPIU). It's a new city-wide initiative to help build stronger relationships between police officers and the community. The FPIU will consist of four Lieutenants and 16 officers who will be deployed across Buffalo.
Hamburg police investigate serious crash

1 week ago | wgrz.com | Kim DeGeorge

Local News Police investigate crash in Hamburg Hamburg Police are investigating a crash on Lake Shore and Bayview roads. Author: Kim DeGeorge Published: 4:47 PM EDT May 30, 2025 Updated: 4:47 PM EDT May 30, 2025 HAMBURG, N.Y. — Hamburg Police are investigating an accident Friday. The accident happened on Lake Shore Road at Bayview Road. There are still no details on how the crash happened or how many people were in the vehicle.
Hamburg police investigate serious crash

1 week ago | wgrz.com | Kim DeGeorge

HAMBURG, N.Y. — Hamburg Police are investigating an accident Friday. The accident happened on Lake Shore Road at Bayview Road. Hamburg Police spokesperson Captain John Baker said the crash only involved the one vehicle and that there was only one occupant in the vehicle at the time of the crash. Baker says the driver suffered non-life threatening injuries. No charges have been filed.
Sean Ryan unveils Buffalo revitalization plan for downtown

1 week ago | wgrz.com | Kim DeGeorge

BUFFALO, N.Y. — New York State Senator Sean Ryan, who is also a democratic candidate for Mayor of Buffalo, announced his plan to revitalize downtown Buffalo, support small businesses, and rebuild commercial corridors across the city. Ryan’s plan focuses on five main areas: Downtown Assessment and Development: A full review of downtown infrastructure—streets, buildings, parking lots, and underused spaces.
Buffalo launches 'Keep Buffalo Beautiful' campaign

1 week ago | wgrz.com | Kim DeGeorge

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The City of Buffalo is launching a new initiative to keep the streets of Buffalo clean and tidy. Acting Mayor Christopher P. Scanlon Friday officially launched “Keep Buffalo Beautiful,” a new citywide campaign aimed at improving commercial corridors in Buffalo through focused beautification work. The initiative kicked off at Bidwell Parkway in the Elmwood Village, one of Buffalo’s most well-known neighborhoods.
Erie County earns HEARTSafe Community recognition

1 week ago | wgrz.com | Kim DeGeorge

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Erie County has been recognized as a HEARTSafe Community by the Citizen CPR Foundation. This national recognition highlights the county’s dedication to saving lives from sudden cardiac arrest by teaching the public, preparing for emergencies, and working together as a community. Erie County earned the designation by meeting 13 important goals. Over the past year, the county taught hands-only CPR to more than 147,000 people—about 15% of its population.
Buffalo Bisons postpone game vs Charlotte Knights due to weather

1 week ago | wgrz.com | Kim DeGeorge

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bisons scheduled game against the Charlotte Knights for Wednesday, May 28 has been postponed due to the weather. The Bisons will make up the game against the Knights with a single-admission doubleheader on Thursday, May 29. The first of two, 7-inning games will begin at 11:05 a.m. Gates will open at 10 a.m. Fans will need only one ticket to attend both games. Tickets sold for the May 29th game, which is the annual School Kids Day game, are still valid.
Walmart faces $16K fine over shipping realistic -looking toy guns to NYS

1 week ago | wgrz.com | Kim DeGeorge

NEW YORK — Walmart has been fined by the state for shipping realistic-looking toy guns to New York. New York's Attorney General Letitia James says she was able to secure a settlement agreement with Walmart for shipping nine realistic-looking guns to addresses in New York City, Westchester and Western New York. It is illegal in New York State for retailers to sell or ship toy guns that are black, dark blue, silver, or aluminum-colored and look like a real gun.
Explore Erie Canal's legacy at Canalside's new exhibit

2 weeks ago | wgrz.com | Kim DeGeorge

BUFFALO, N.Y. — New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced Friday the official opening of “Waterway of Change: Complex Legacies of the Erie Canal,” a new educational exhibit at Canalside commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal. The 2,900-square-foot exhibit, located in the Longshed building, shows Buffalo’s canal history. Designed for visitors of all ages and abilities, the experience includes short films, interactive touch screens, immersive audio, and historical artifacts.