Angela Stefano (“Ang,” unless she’s in trouble) is the editor-in-chief of The Boot and a senior writer for Taste of Country. Based in Nashville, Tenn., but with her heart in Buffalo, N.Y., she enjoys boxing, exploring record stores and dog-sitting some very sweet pups. A graduate of Boston University’s College of Communication and a former Boston Bruins intern and game-night staffer, she also enjoys a good hockey game and often employs a good dose of Northern-bred sarcasm and self-deprecation.
Angela Stefano
Sciandra’s Toyland — So Much Cooler Than Toys ‘R’ Us [BUFFALO: THEN AND NOW]
It might be hard to believe, but in the 1950s and '60s, the boarded-up building above, located at 1787 Genesee St., was Western New York's largest toy store.
13 People Who Should Replace Lindy Ruff as Buffalo Sabres Head Coach
In case you missed it, this just happened:
Where Was Buffalo’s First Water Station? [BUFFALO: THEN AND NOW]
Even if you tried really, really, really hard, I don't think you could guess where the above photo corresponds to in present-day Buffalo.
From Cars to Finance — Don Allen’s City Chevrolet [BUFFALO: THEN AND NOW]
Virtual records of Don Allen's City Chevrolet are either basically non-existent or very well hidden. Here's what we do know.
Buffalo Singles Mingle at World’s Largest Singles Party [PICTURES]
Friday night (January 25), the Hyatt in downtown Buffalo was the place to be for singles.
What Stood Where Kleinhans Music Hall Is Today? A Mansion, Of Course! [BUFFALO: THEN AND NOW]
I love how old-school venues like Kleinhans Music Hall are: the big brass doors, the decor, the fancy feel of the whole place. I'm a fan of dingy little clubs, don't get me wrong, but I've seen some awesome shows at Kleinhans.
I've never given much thought to what used to be where the venue now stands; honestly, it's one of those buildings I just sort of assumed had been there basically forever. T
Greek, Mexican, Pizza — Pano’s Former Location Has Housed it All! [BUFFALO: THEN AND NOW]
Most Buffalonians can recall Pano's humble beginnings before the huge remodel they did a few years back -- the brick-and-white-sided building, the bright blue awning, the cute, diner-y feel of it all. It was one of my favorite places to have lunch when I was finally allowed to leave school during senior year free periods (at Nardin, if you're wondering).
But do you remember Pano's before that?
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A Bird’s Eye View — South Buffalo in the 1930s [BUFFALO: THEN AND NOW]
Even though I hate flying, I love peeking out the window as the plane descends, just to see if I can pick out places I know. Plus, it's really cool to get a different, aerial view of things.
Our ‘To Newtown, With Love’ Banners Are Off!
It was a little cold this morning, but thank you to everyone who met us in Niagara Square -- Mayor Byron Brown even stopped by!
The banners are all packed up and ready to head off to Newtown, Conn. this afternoon.
From everyone at 92...
‘To Newtown, With Love’ — Day 2 Photos + The Final Step
Five banners. Let's repeat that again: FIVE BANNERS!!!