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Eagles Contribute Autographed Guitar to Newtown Auction

Dave Lifton — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 19:55:20 +0000

The Eagles are part of a diverse and star-studded collection of musicians who have donated memorabilia to help raise money for those whose lives were impacted by last December’s mass killings at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Ct. ABC News Radio is reporting that the rock legends, who are in the process of planning [...]

Watch Sandy Hook School Children Perform a Moving Rendition of 'Over the Rainbow'

Emerald Catron — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 13:00:33 +0000

It's Wednesday, so you probably need a good cry. Here, watch this video. It's children from Sandy Hook Elementary performing 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' on 'Good Morning America.' The kids recorded the song, with folk musician Ingrid Michaelson, at the home of former Talking Heads members Tina Weymouth and Christ Frantz.

Our 'To Newtown, With Love' Banners Are Off!

Angela Stefano — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 15:08:43 +0000

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 92.9 Jack FM, WBLK, 96.1 Joy FM and WYRK — THANK [...]

Paul Simon Performs at Funeral for Slain Newtown Teacher Victoria Soto

Billy Dukes — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 23:03:01 +0000

Paul Simon joined mourners for the funeral of slain Sandy Hook Elementary first grade teacher Victoria Soto on Wednesday (Dec. 19). According to the New York Daily News, the singer picked up his guitar with no introduction and performed 'The Sound of Silence' midway through the memorial service for the 27-year-old, to her gathered family and friends. It was Soto's favorite song. Afterward, he returned to his seat without applause, "just a hushed and reverent silence."

'To Newtown, With Love' — Day 2 Photos + The Final Step

Angela Stefano — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 03:22:24 +0000

Five banners. Let’s repeat that again: FIVE BANNERS!!! By our (admittedly not perfectly scientific) calculations, that means you guys filled 100-plus square feet of space with your messages. In two days. Buffalo, we knew you’d come through, but seeing the final results — five giant banners scrawled with so many thoughts and prayers — is [...]

'To Newtown, With Love' From Buffalo — See Photos From Day 1

Lady K — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 17:02:18 +0000

We want the people of Newtown, Conn. to know that we share their sorrow and wish them well. From the looks of things, know they will! Above are just a few pictures from yesterday’s (December 18) time at the Walden Galleria, where WBLK, WYRK, 96.1 Joy FM and 92.9 Jack FM are working together to [...]

Sign Our 'To Newtown, With Love' Card at the Galleria!

Brian Russel — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 20:29:01 +0000

What can you do when your school, your family and your neighborhood has been torn apart? Money won’t help, and time may heal some wounds. But love and support will help get you through. That’s why we’re sending a giant card “To Newtown, with Love”. Let’s send support and just let those affected by Friday’s [...]

Westboro Baptist Church to Protest Newtown Funerals; Internet Retaliates

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 21:09:13 +0000

Members of the Westboro Baptist Church, known for protesting the funerals of U.S. armed servicemen and women, announced that they plan to picket the upcoming funerals of victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. This did not go over well on the Internet.

To Newtown, With Love — A Townsquare Media Buffalo Effort to Help Heal Sandy Hook

Angela Stefano — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 18:47:01 +0000

Since news broke of Friday's (December 14) tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., so many people -- at our studio, in Buffalo and across the country -- have been asking what they can do to help. And while nothing we can do will ever really be enough, we want to help Buffalonians show their support for our East Coast neighbors.

Dave Foley Stopped In, 'The Hobbit' is Back and Our Nation Mourns a Horrible Tragedy [BUFFALO TWEETS OF THE WEEK]

Deandra Modica — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:44:56 +0000

Hey there, Internet. Did you miss your weekly dose of BTOTW? Let’s catch up on what you missed! Hanukkah came and went. Did you notice? Comedian Dave Foley stopped by to support his friends in Hollerado and did a short set before they played at the Mohawk Place last week. He looked a bit rough. [...]

Dog Owner Offers Out Hugs to Heal Newtown

Kyle Dowling — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 19:30:52 +0000

In an attempt to heal not only the ones directly connected to the tragedy at Newtown, CT, this past Friday, but the entire town, retired special education teacher Michael Cragin has decided to offer out hugs — not from him, but from his beloved bulldog Truman.

Watch Last Night's Touching 'SNL' Opener

Kyle Dowling — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 16:15:20 +0000

As a way to address this past Friday’s unfortunate tragedy in Newtown, CT, ‘Saturday Night Live‘ opened their most recent episode — hosted by alum Martin Short — with a heartfelt performance of the Christmas classic, ‘Silent Night.’ It was a startling change of pace from the usual show opening sketch. With dimmed lighting, glowing [...]

Names of Victims in Newtown, Connecticut Massacre Revealed

Drew Weisholtz — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 21:58:00 +0000

Authorities have released the names of the victims of Friday's mass shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, in which Adam Lanza, 20, reportedly killed 27 people, as well as himself. Lanza's rampage began when he shot and killed his mother, Nancy, at her home before he drove to Sandy Hook Elementary School and killed six adults and 20 children before taking his own life.