A newly-engaged working mom of two (soon to be three) lovely little boys, 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 a former Associate Professor of Communication and Media Arts at SUNY Genesee, and a SUNY Chancellor's Award-winning educator. A lifelong WNYer, born and raised in Cheektowaga, I now live with my fiance and our kids. I've been on the radio in Buffalo since the 90s and am known to change hair colors frequently.
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New York State Announces Coronavirus Hotline
The governor's office has announced a new hotline dedicated to questions about coronavirus.
Out Of This World Bedtime Stories Read By Astronauts In Space
If you're looking to take a night off from reading stories to your kids, you can have a really special guest fill-in.
Pedialyte Embracing Adults Using It To Cure Hangovers
A lot of us have snaked some of our kids' Pedialyte after a night of some cocktails because the only thing worse than a hangover is a hangover with children around.
Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe
Warm up a cold night with this easy recipe from Tops.
Savory Pot Roast Recipe
All week we're helping out with great ideas for your holiday spread. Check out this easy to make recipe for savory pot roast from Tops.
This Is How Many Minutes You Have To Eat McDonald’s Fries
We've all had those moments when fries from McDonald's range in taste from golden perfection to soggy sadness. So where's the sweet spot?
Study Says Parents Finally Sleep Right Again 6 Years After Having A Baby
When you're a new parent sleep is an elusive thing. But it's only temporary right?
How To Make Baby Yoda Cookies This Christmas
OK, so any major Star Wars fan would correct me and call these "The Child" cookies, but Mandalorian watchers know everyone is crazy for Baby Yoda.
NY State Troopers Testing New Vertical Lights
They might look a lot like police cruisers from the future -- but they're here now.
Must Have Holiday Recipe: Fireball Fudge
Spice up your next holiday get together by bringing this easy-to-make, five-ingredient fudge. But this isn't just any fudge...it's *Fireball fudge*.