Sweet People

When George, owner of Harley Field, saw Libby so happy and playing he said, “This right here makes it all worth it.”

To many, Officer Craig Lehner was more than just a police officer. He was a loving friend and family member who knew how to make others laugh. He enjoyed life for what it really is and lived each day to the fullest. Here are a few photos that share what kind of person Craig Lehner was – thanks to his close friend.

Diana Donnarumma of Buffalo is a beautiful, smart, and well spoken young woman. She has a passion for fashion and a drive for success. But while she has a smile on her face and a positive attitude about life, you’d never know that the 25-year-old was struggling with a very severe autoimmune disorder.

Frank Budelewski, AKA “Big Frank,” has been through a lot in his life. While he’s a famous bodybuilding champ now, you’d never know that at one point, he was ready to give up on this world.

We think kids who inspire us deserve to be recognized, which is why Isabella Rose of North Tonawanda is our Sweet Buffalo Kid of the Month!

For those who are willing to open their hearts and homes to shelter dogs in Houston, Jon Rettinger, CEO of TechoBuffalo has offered to pay the fees.

A Western New York photographer is in the running to win a national photo contest and you can help him win!

Alex DeSantis has been living her dream of working as a producer in New York City for the past 10 years, but she says Buffalo will always have a place in her heart.

A Western New York author is trying to change the way people perceive one another… starting with our youth.

With the new school year fast approaching, we think it’s important to remind kids to be kind to one another and to also stay true to who they are. That’s why our first ever “Sweet Buffalo Kid of the Month” is a young man who does just that.

Buffalo author R.K. Gold, 26, released his new book “Lost in the Clouds” on Aug. 2.

Chris Kreiger, founder of WNY Heroes, is an inspiring person and veteran in Western New York who has dedicated his life to helping other veterans.

Kate Glaser, former media relations and marketing manager for Make-A-Wish WNY, has recently been hired as the director of public relations and marketing for the amazing lifesaving nonprofit organization, Mercy Flight WNY.

Alycia Ripley never truly knew what a “good man” was until her stepfather Joe came into her life.

Depew author Laurèn Lee recently released her very first book “Charlotte’s Pact.” The book is based in Buffalo, so we knew we had to learn more about it!

When we see television stars like Angela Christoforo’s, a WIVB Channel 4 News reporter, we often see them as just that. A talented reporter on television who delivers us our news and stories. But what if Christoforos used her platform to share her own story, a story that may help other families through the difficult challenges they are facing?

When we started seeing beautiful photos of rescue pets pop up on our radar, we knew we had to find out who took these incredible photos. We caught up Marlee & Me Photography owner, Marlee Coulter, to find out what inspired her to donate her time and talents to help these amazing animals in need.

Here Erin McAneney shares her story of her fight against Ewing’s Sarcoma. Erin sadly lost her battle to the terrible disease that is cancer, but her incredible story of strength and inspiration will live on forever.

We can’t contain our excitement for Keah Brown of Lockport. She recently started a hashtag #disabledandcute that’s now gone viral, but that’s not the real reason we’re proud of her. We are proud of her because she is awesome.