10 years after the crash of flight 3407 – can we ever thank the families enough?
Robin Tolsma lost her husband in the crash – and through her grief, she is helping countless others.
“His last words to me, ‘I love you’.” A story of great love and loss
It’s an extremely tough time of year for Robin Tolsma. February 12th is the anniversary of her husband’s death. Darren was killed in the crash of flight 3407. That was 10 years ago. As we prepare to celebrate love this Valentine’s Day – there’s something that Robin wants everyone to know: there’s nothing like a […]
The American Heart Association is looking for volunteers to help knit tiny adorable hats for tiny adorable babies.
I mean how cute, right!? I wish I knew how to knit! This is a wonderful opportunity for those who do! The American Heart Association and The Children’s Heart Foundation are looking for volunteers who can create tiny red hats for babies born in February, designated as American Heart Month. The project helps spread awareness […]
Will You Help Us Celebrate Baby Carson’s First Birthday – As He Continues To Battle Brain Cancer?
I can’t stop looking at pictures of this baby boy. Carson Barnhart is ADORABLE. His smile is contagious. His spirit, infectious. He is beautiful. And tough. He has to be … he’s fighting cancer. Carson was diagnosed with a brain tumor at just 5 months old. It was a congenital glioblastoma, which is extremely rare […]
It’s National Thank A Mentor Day & Our Friends at Big Brothers Big Sisters Hope It Really Starts A Conversation!
Having a mentor can change your life – there is no doubt about it. The folks at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara and the Southern Tier (BBBS) want to remind all of us just how important mentors are. The organization has worked hard to rebrand, modernize and reposition with a goal of recruiting […]
It’s National Thank A Mentor Day & Our Friends at Big Brothers Big Sisters Hope It Really Starts A Conversation!
Having a mentor can change your life – there is no doubt about it. The folks at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara and the Southern Tier (BBBS) want to remind all of us just how important mentors are. The organization has worked hard to rebrand, modernize and reposition with a goal of recruiting […]
Community Rallies Behind Mom Battling Colon Cancer
Sue McGee has been dealing with quite a lot. Thankfully, she has a wonderful support system to help her through these difficult times. Christy Norman explains what her mother is going through: “Here’s the story. A while back, my Mom had a routine colonoscopy. During it they found a few polyps that had to be […]
Totally Buffalo Forms Charity to Help Others
We started Totally Buffalo two years ago and what a ride it has been! We started the site/blog to highlight the positive people, places and things in Buffalo and Western New York. We’ve published 1,254 stories over the past 24 months and we’ve loved every minute of it! We feel so blessed to live in […]
Buffalo Zoo Offers Reduced Admission Prices During Polar Bear Days!
Beginning January 1 through February 28, 2019, the Buffalo Zoo is offering reduced admission for all during its winter Polar Bear Days. Admission to the Zoo is only $8.95 per person during this special promotion. Buffalo Zoo members always receive free admission. Parking is also complimentary during the Polar Bear Days promotion. The Polar Bear […]
Buffalo Firefighters Spend Christmas With Sick Kids at Oishei Children’s Hospital
Our friends at PUNT FUND shared this amazing story and we wanted to pass it along because it is incredibly heartwarming! We know Buffalo is the City of Good Neighbors and here’s just another example of that and again – it includes the heroes at the Buffalo Fire Department! When Buffalo Fire Department Engine 1 […]