When the calendar flipped to 2026, Western New Yorkers did what they always do — checked the weather, complained about it and then went outside anyway — with a grin. It’s what we do best. And looking back at 2025, one thing is clear: whether you were fishing Lake Erie, sitting in a ...

ORCHARD PARK — Bills coach Sean McDermott finds his focus being pulled in different directions ahead of Buffalo’s season finale. He must decide who to play or rest ahead of the playoffs while still giving a proper send-off to Highmark Stadium in what could very well be the last game ...

Emma Lewis and Ethan Verbosky have capped their fall cross country seasons with some pretty impressive accolades. Earlier this week, the pair were named first-team all-state in their respective classes by the New York State Sportswriters Association. Lewis, a Southwestern junior, was the ...

The calendar pages have thinned quickly, and for the new year, baby, it’s cold out there! Outdoor-minded Western New Yorkers find themselves doing what comes naturally this time of year: reflecting on seasons past and dreaming about the ones ahead. From Lake Erie’s open-water walleye ...

FREDONIA — After an 8-0 run by Harbor Creek (Pa.), the Fredonia Hillbillies were down six points, 54-48, just 2:44 away from seeing their undefeated record fall. Truly in danger for the first time after seven straight double-digit victories to start the year, Coach Nick Bertrando called ...

FAREWELL. The final game at Highmark Stadium is at hand. It’s been a great run. The Buffalo Bills open their playoff quest on the road next weekend, but this Sunday is devoted to ushering in the new year by defeating the New York Jets. Expect Josh Allen and the starters to make token ...