Radio DJ. College professor. Mom. Host of "Because I Said So". A single working mom of two lovely little boys (2 and 7), I'm curious about the people, places and things that make up the world around us. I love working out and spending time with my boys; and I am as likely to tear up a karaoke stage as to deliver a dynamic lecture in the classroom. I am also the Associate Professor of Communication and Media Arts at SUNY Genesee, and a SUNY Chancellors Award winning educator. A lifelong WNYer, born and raised in Cheektowaga, I now live back with my parents and my kids. I've been on the radio in Buffalo since the 90s and am known to change hair colors frequently.
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Police Are Cracking Down On This For The Next Few Days
The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee’s Speed Awareness Week is a time to remind drivers to “Obey the Sign or Pay the Fine.”
Rare Fatal Tick-Borne Illness Detected In New York
One man has died after contracting a rare illness passed to humans from ticks.
Mayer Brothers Cider Mill Opening Day
It's a sure sign that Fall is coming -- the Mayer Brothers Cider Mill is opening for the season on Wednesday August 7.
How Instagram Can Help You Lose Weight
If you are the kind of person who likes to post photos of your meals on social media, it might be helping you lose weight.
World’s Largest Bounce House Coming To Buffalo
The world's largest bounce house will be inflating in Western New York August 9-18 at the Outer Harbor.
You Have To See This Amazing Wegmans Cake
According to the original post, the woman placed an order just a day earlier and said her son's party was a "Where The Wild Things Are" theme, and a very talented Wegmans cake decorator made some magic.
Myth or Fact – Watering Your Lawn When it’s Sunny Will Burn It
Here's a piece of landscaping advice a lot of us follow -- but should we?
High Levels Of Lead Found In Parts Of Chestnut Ridge Park
Old playground equipment is the source of high levels of lead detected at Chestnut Ridge Park.
Hamburg Woman Reports Lyft Driver Groped Her
It was a scary rideshare encounter for a Hamburg woman early Sunday morning.
Where To Get Bloody Mary Flights in Buffalo
You know what's better than a Bloody Mary? A flight of them. There's two places in western New York where you can get yours.
Buffalo Food So Good It Gets Its Own Cookbook
Watch out Bocce's, now you can make your own Buffalo pizza at home.
How To Get Free Tickets For The Buffalo Bills Open Practice
If cheering on your hometown team isn't in your budget for the regular season, here's a chance to see the Bills up-close, that fits everyone's budget.