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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Portion of New Grand Island Visitor Center Ceiling Collapses
A portion of the ceiling inside the new Grand Island Welcome Center collapsed on Monday.
Fortnite Black Hole Over – New Season Is Here
Much to the shock and horror of every middle schooler in the nation, over the long holiday weekend, popular video game Fortnite went dark -- black hole dark.
JC Penney Hiring 165 Seasonal Workers
If you're looking to pick up some seasonal work ahead of the holidays, J.C. Penney will be hiring 165 workers in its western New York area stores.
Data Shows Everyone Prefers Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
Science can now settle the question of "what is America's favorite candy?"
Three Buffalo Pizzerias Named ‘Best Pizza in America’
We all know that Buffalo has the best pizza, but now the rest of the nation is clued in too.
Maryvale Schools Installing Vaping Sensors in Bathrooms
In the coming weeks Maryvale Schools will install sensors that can detect if someone is vaping.
Going Beyond Picklebacks — Cocktails To Soothe Your Pickled Soul
Since pickle-paired concoctions are all the rage, I sourced up a handy video from Delish, so that you can up your pickle power at the next cocktail party.
The Teal Pumpkin Project
Halloween can be an especially scary time for parents of children with food allergies.
Cuomo Accepts Recommendation To Ban Menthol E-Cigs
Dr. Howard Zucker's recommendation included adding menthol to the list of already banned flavored e-cigarette products.
What Are The Odds The Buffalo Bills Win The Superbowl
If you're a betting gal, or guy, here's the reality when it comes to answering the question, "What are the Bills' odds of winning the Superbowl?"
And The No. 1 Halloween Candy Is…
The survey says, Tootsie Rolls are the worst.
Sabres 50th Anniversary Golden Jerseys Go On Sale Next Week
If you can't wait to get your hands on the Buffalo Sabres' 50th Anniversary Golden Anniversary Jersey, you'll have the chance to next week.