Although I was born in Boston, I have lived most of my life here in the Buffalo area. I must like it then, huh? The winters are great here. Since I bought a snow blower a couple of years ago, I've barely had a chance to use it. You know, guys have a special relationship with their "toys". If only I could have the same luck with my lawn mower. Went to Amherst Central High School, home of the Tigers (not to be confused with the Bengals. They're from Buff State. I didn't go there, but I managed to graduate from UB; communications is a tad easier than med school). I'll see you down the road. Peace out.
Pete Hausmann
Affordable Summer Fun For Your Family
Summertime is fun time! What can we do as a family that won't leave us sweating out paying for it. After all, summertime is about vacation, not working overtime. Here are a few lower cost options that help promote family togetherness.
Some Like It Hot! How Not to Sweat It!
Kevork Djansezian/Getty ImagesRemember the saying, be careful what we wish for? Now its sweltering hot. What can we do besides hope fall comes along soon?
The National Weather Service offers some tips on dealing with heat hazards.
Happy 60th Anniversary Mom And Dad!
How many couples do you know who've been together for 60 years? Its quite an accomplishment in this day and age, I think. Somehow, my Mom and Dad have managed to pull it off.
For Those Who Suffer Seperation Anxiety When Not Near A Television
Are you or do you know one of those persons whose most faithful companion is their television set? I mean, we all feel the need to kick back and enjoy one of our favorite programs occasionally but do we watch the tube while we eat dinner with the family, brush our teeth or drive the car (its for the kids -- right)? Well I went to pump some over-priced fuel into my iron steed and there, integrate
Is Buffalo The Rainiest City?
April and May were Western New York's wettest of all time. That's right, Buffalo's in the record books.
School Principal Administers Birthday Spankings!
Some schools might wish your child a happy birthday on the public address system or pass out cookies in the classroom but at Washington Elementary School in Linn County, Iowa they do things a bit differently. Terry Eisenbarth, the principal at the school, is under fire for spanking kids with a padded hockey stick on their birthday
Barbecue For Real. Charcoal Or Gas?
Tis the season for grilling. In my opinion grilling is the easiest way to cook up a delicious and satisfying dinner. There's less to clean up too. Gotta love those paper plates. But the debate rages on: Should I go charcoal or gas?
Hoping To Make Your Meal McHappier And McHealthier
McDonald’s is the first name that pops into our heads when we think of fast food. Some say that this has inherently made it the scapegoat for most of the criticism against fast food. Amongst its chain restaurant competitors, it’s actually the team player that often takes one for the team when attacked by nutritionists and health food activists. To maintain its defense (or at least attempt to do
Ted Williams Back in Rehab
Ted just couldn't take it anymore.
Mr. 'Golden Voice' Ted Williams, the homeless man with a hidden talent for radio and voice-overs, is returning to rehab to rest after becoming overwhelmed with offers and with filming his new reality show.
Whats Up With Those Gas Prices?
The next time you let out a sigh as you fill your tank with $4 gas, here's something to consider: Your pain is their gain.
Noses Up Everyone! Royal Wedding Guest List Revealed!
Just kidding folks, at least about the noses part. The big day is less than a week away!
We now know which lucky VIPs with invitations to Prince William and Kate Middleton's nuptials will be dressed in their finest at Westminster Abbey. Nobody could upstage the bride and groom, of course, but who else will cameras from around the world be aiming to catch on April 29?
George Michael’s In The Mood For Love
George Michael debuted a romantic new song recorded in honor of Prince William's upcoming wedding to Kate Middleton on Friday's 'Piers Morgan Tonight'.