Tom Puckett

Buffalo

Radio news anchor, Annie's husband, uncle to Arianna, Vivian & Quinn. Fan of Sabres, Bills, poker, game shows. Opinions mine. RT NOT endorsement.

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Pool suppliers ready for 'tidal wave' of customers

5 days ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Buffalo, NY (WBEN) - With temperatures climbing this week, some pool owners are ready to open up for the season, and one pool store owner anticipates a big crowd of swimmers getting supplies. Todd Schupbach of Gary Pools and Leisure says the weather dictates how quickly people come in for pool supplies to start the season.
Mental health issues still prevalent as awareness month ends, says OLV

1 week ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Buffalo, NY (WBEN) As we mark the end of mental health awareness month, we ask how far mental health awareness has come. One expert says despite the increase in resources, mental health issues are still prevalent. OLV's Sheila Hunt says celebrities' have played a big part in bringing mental health awareness to the forefront. "I think about Simone Biles and other celebrities that have come out to talk about and be open about their mental health awareness, I think we've come pretty far," says Hunt.
New partnership between Buffalo, Chippewa Alliance geared toward enhancing public safety in Chippewa Entertainment District

1 week ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett |Brayton Wilson

Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - As summertime draws near, the Chippewa Alliance and the City of Buffalo are teaming up to make the district safer for patrons and businesses alike, especially on the weekends.
Student visa interviews on hold could impact University at Buffalo

1 week ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - Now that President Trump's administration has suspended interviews for student visas, schools like the University at Buffalo could face consequences as a result. One immigration lawyer says the program's been running smoothly until now.
What can be done to keep places like Walden Galleria safer?

1 week ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - There have been numerous policies like age restrictions after a certain time, adult accompaniment policies and bans on groups to keep things safe at places like Walden Galleria. But after the latest incident at the mall on Sunday, what else can be done? Former Buffalo Police Commissioner Joe Gramaglia says it's a tough balance between welcoming shoppers and keeping them safe.
Arrest made in Niagara Falls school vandalism

1 week ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Niagara Falls, N.Y. (WBEN) - An arrest has been made in a vandalism spree at Niagara Falls High School and the district's fieldhouse. The suspect is in the alternative program. Superintendent Mark Laurrie says the district has been dealing with vandalism for neatly two months.
Arrest in Falls school vandalism

1 week ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Niagara Falls, NY (WBEN) An arrest has been made in a vandalism spree at Niagara Falls High School and the district's fieldhouse. The suspect is in the alternative program. Superintendent Mark Laurrie says the district has been dealing with vandalism for neatly two months.
Hopes of Heritage Point moving forward

1 week ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Buffalo, NY (WBEN) - There is optimism work will soon resume on Heritage Point in Buffalo's Canalside section. Work on the project has been delayed by more than a year. Mark Wendel of the Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation says he's been in contact with the developer. "They are working on their financial closing for this month, and then they're looking to have construction resume by the end of June, early July after they get the financial loan closing," says Wendel.
Bandits ready for Game 3 of NLL Finals on Saturday

2 weeks ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - The Buffalo Bandits will battle the Saskatchewan Rush on Saturday afternoon at KeyBank Center for a winner-take-all Game 3 of the NLL Finals. Bandits forward Chase Fraser says setting the tempo is key for the group in Buffalo. "We gotta play our game and make them play our style of lacrosse, which is fast, intense, just hard-nosed Bandits ball," said Fraser with WBEN.
Special raffle in North Tonawanda benefits church

2 weeks ago | audacy.com | Tom Puckett

North Tonawanda, NY (WBEN) A partnership between North Tonawanda, the city's farmer's market, and a church will be strengthened thanks to a special raffle this weekend. The grand prize is a Chevy Trax. The raffle officially launches at the North Tonawanda City Market on Saturday, May 24, where the vehicle will be on display. Pastor Chad Rieselman of Lumber City Church says the market is very special. "The thing is you have eye to eye, ground level community contact," says Riesleman.