We all know how important reading is. It's undeniable that a child's reading skills are important to their success in school, work, and life in general. We also know that technology is taking over our lives. Regardless of how we feel about it, it's just a fact....
Think back to your birthdays over the years. The fun. The family. The friends. The cake. The presents. The memories. The reality for many at-risk and foster youth is that their birthday will come and go like any other day -- not even a simple cake to let them...
When number 17 looks good ON the field - you can credit his hard work, coaches and innate talent. When he looks good OFF the field - you can credit this guy - Barber extraordinaire, Jesse Ciffa. For nearly a year now - he's been cutting the hair on the head of the...
Today, we'd like to shine a spotlight on a wonderful organization with a simple - but amazing - mission: Bring joy to sick children. That's literally their mission - so sign us up to help in any way we can! Brave Little Fighters Foundation offers joyful...
It's an amazing story of kindness! An Uber driver felt bad for a passenger she'd had and wanted to do something nice for her - she captured it on video and of course, it went viral. Tens of thousands of views - folks watching it because we need feel-good stories. We...
This is just an amazing idea. Have you heard about the 50-yard challenge? It was started by a Rodney Smith, Jr. from Huntsville, Alabama. Smith started a company called Raising Men Lawn Care Service with a goal to help his community. The 50 yard challenge soon...
This family has gone through way too much. They are so strong and such an inspiration despite everything they are facing. Let's rally behind this family and help relieve some of their financial stress - and allow them to concentrate on what is most important. ...
It was a horrific accident in the Town of Burns over the weekend that killed four teenagers. An unthinkable tragedy taking four young lives at one awful time. Now, the community is coming together to embrace the families, friends and fellow students of those killed....
When we received a message asking us to help with this Gofundme - we couldn't say no! (We rarely can). Here's why this is an important mission: First of all - this precious cat needs immediate help. Secondly, the person in need is always helping others. Heidi Farrell...
Kenny Tompkins says he was sick of seeing all the posts about high grass on Facebook. The City Councilman decided to do something about it. "Myself and a group started cutting lots. The first time out we had about 10 people, four weed wackers, two lawnmowers and a...
It's one of the best times of the year!! Oh my goodness. The beauty. The flowers. The photo-ops. We have loved sharing the story of the beautiful sunflower field in Sanborn. The gorgeous field became a destination for many folks who wanted to see what all...
Help for our furry family members.
It all began for James (Jim) Kuhlmann as a young man when he watched his dad donate platelets for many years at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, New York. One winter day back in December of 1970, Jim’s dad was unable to keep his appointment, so Jim...
Andrew Masse was an amazing, caring, kind and beautiful little boy. He died in December of 2018. He was just 12-years-old. So young - but such an old soul. "Andrew was 7 years old when he was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a type of brain cancer," Jennifer Masse...
The Breast Cancer Network of WNY (BCN), in collaboration with the Buffalo Bisons and Amherst Federal Credit Union, will present its 3rd Annual “Strike Out Breast Cancer” event on Saturday, August 3, 2019. This family friendly event includes a two hour pre-game party...
This is so cool! If you love music, shopping, food and fun - this event is for you! Add to all of that - this festival takes place in the beautiful village of Youngstown overlooking the Niagara River and Lake Ontario! The festival will feature live music on 2 stages -...
Lily Gadd had an idea. The young girl wanted to do something amazing and help others. She set a goal - a hefty one - and is of and running to reach it. Lily is raising $5,000 for Mikey's Way Foundation. If you're not familiar with Mikey's Way - they help children...
I know far too many parents who've lost a child. It's unimaginable. It's heartbreaking. It's just not the way things are supposed to go. Yet, it happens - far too often. Paul and Marybeth Kupiec lost their son, Brandon in 2013. Marybeth said something I've heard from...
It's been around for a very long time - the cheap movie theater in the Falls - and now the Four Seasons Cinema is set to close up shop for good. I couldn't even guess at how many movies I've watched in this theater over the years. It was always a great place to see a...
They're finally here!! What an amazing and beautiful sight to see along Buffalo's Waterfront. The family-friendly display of tall ships has arrived and lined the Erie Basin Marina for tours and fun! The event, called Port of Call: Buffalo features a fleet of 12...
Welcome to Totally Buffalo! A local lifestyle website.
My name is Mary Friona-Celani and I am the creator of this site! I’m a wife, a mom, a grandma, a Buffalo booster, an entrepreneur and a small business owner. I’m so glad you stopped by. After 20 years in the buffalo media, I went out on my own to tell stories about the people, places, events and all-around fabulousness of this wonderful place we call home. Buffalo is different and so is this site. We are here to share stories, encourage kindness, and help make this a better place to live.
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