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Popular 1980s actor Loni Anderson of the hit TV series 'WKRP in Cincinnati' has died LOS ANGELES — Loni Anderson, who played a struggling radio station’s empowered receptionist on the hit TV comedy “WKRP in Cincinnati,” died Sunday, just days before her 80th birthday.

LOS ANGELES — Loni Anderson, who played a struggling radio station’s empowered receptionist on the hit TV comedy “WKRP in Cincinnati,” died Sunday, just days before her 80th birthday.

Delicious, home-cooked meals that you can make even in a wonky vacation rental Vacation rentals often mean sparse, unfamiliar kitchens. But cooking in them is not only possible, but also can be a fun challenge.

Vacation rentals often mean sparse, unfamiliar kitchens. But cooking in them is not only possible, but also can be a fun challenge.

Khalil Shakir's ankle sprain leaves Bills thin at receiver with preseason opener near PITTSFORD — So many Buffalo Bills were unable to practice Sunday that all seven exercise bikes on the track at St. John Fisher University were occupied.

The most surprising addition to the Bills' 15-player injury report was wide receiver Khalil Shakir, who, according to coach Sean McDermott, suffered a high ankle sprain to his right foot during the practice Friday night at Highmark Stadium.

Bills camp observations: Cam Lewis shows versatility by playing safety, nickel, dime in same practice In carving out a career that is entering Year 6 with the Buffalo Bills, Cam Lewis has become accustomed to preparing for any role. But Sunday’s training camp practice was unusual even for Lewis. In 11-on-11 work, Lewis played safety … and nickel … and dime.

In carving out a career that is entering Year 6 with the Bills, Cam Lewis has become accustomed to preparing for any role. But Sunday’s training camp practice was unusual even for Lewis. In 11-on-11 work, Lewis played safety … and nickel … and dime.

Photos: Day 9 of Buffalo Bills training camp Check out the action on and off the field of Buffalo Bills training camp Sunday at St. John Fisher University in Pittsford.

Check out the action on and off the field of Buffalo Bills training camp Sunday at St. John Fisher University in Pittsford.

'So special': Hall of Fame crowd sings 'Happy Birthday' to Marv Levy It was quite the 100th birthday for former Buffalo Bills coach Marv Levy, who celebrated the milestone at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, with a "Happy

It was quite the 100th birthday for former Buffalo Bills coach Marv Levy, who celebrated the milestone at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, with a "Happy Birthday" singalong led by Thurman Thomas, Jim Kelly, and James Lofton.

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook cites 'business' during apparent hold-in Buffalo Bills running back James Cook did not participate in practice Sunday, as he appears to be holding in while waiting for a new contract.

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook did not participate in practice Sunday, as he appears to be holding in while waiting for a new contract.

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Prominent local Hindu community couple found dead after W. Va. crash A leader in the Buffalo area's Hindu community and his wife were among four people who were found dead Saturday, several days after their car crashed last week in West Virginia.

Dr. Kishore V. Divan, 89, leader in the Buffalo area's Hindu community, and his wife, Asha Divan, 85, were among four people who were found dead Saturday, several days after their car crashed last week in West Virginia.

It's Marv Levy's 100th birthday. Here's a look back at his time with the Bills Former Buffalo Bills head coach Marv Levy turns 100. Here's a look back at his time with the team.

Former Buffalo Bills head coach Marv Levy turns 100. Here's a look back at his time with the team.

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Grand Island debates tapping county services for fire calls A Grand Island Town Board member is proposing that the town switch 911 dispatch to Erie County offices in Buffalo to save money. But some don't want emergencies in the hands of operators off Grand Island.

A Grand Island Town Board member is proposing that the town switch 911 dispatch to Erie County offices in Buffalo to save money.

But some don't want emergencies in the hands of operators off Grand Island.

Former Evans supervisor settles defamation lawsuit over insurance payout A former Evans town supervisor settled a lawsuit accusing two of her former co-workers of defamation over comments they made about her accepting a $6,000 health insurance benefit.

A former Evans town supervisor settled a lawsuit accusing two of her former co-workers of defamation over comments they made about her accepting a $6,000 health insurance benefit.

Happy 100th birthday, Marv Levy: Looking back and celebrating Bills HOF coach Former Buffalo Bills Hall of Fame coach celebrates his 100th birthday Sunday.

Former Buffalo Bills Hall of Fame coach celebrates his 100th birthday Sunday.

Check out our coverage below as The Buffalo News looks back at his career and his time with the Bills.

Scattershot: Bailey Eigbrett qualifies for Bassmaster Kayak National Championship After the first day of action, Eigbrett put together five bass that measured 100.25 inches – his first-ever 100-inch bass bag – en route to his first-place finish.

After the first day of action, Bailey Eigbrett of Cheektowaga put together five bass that measured 100.25 inches – his first-ever 100-inch bass bag – en route to his first-place finish.

Outdoors calendar: When is the 50th annual Greater Niagara Fish Odyssey Derby? Check out our calendar of events for outdoors enthusiasts.

Check out our calendar of events for outdoors enthusiasts.

Erie County real estate transactions See who is buying and selling properties − and for how much − in our weekly listing of deals.

See who is buying and selling properties − and for how much − in our weekly listing of deals.

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The sun sets behind the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Black Rock in today's #EveryDayAPhoto by @joedviera.

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SUNY Brockport gets set for women's flag football amid national movement For nearly 100 years, football has been a sport for men. But there's always been a distinct female interest. Now, flag football continues to expand at the high school level

For nearly 100 years, football has been a sport for men. But there's always been a distinct female interest. Now, flag football continues to expand at the high school level and collegiate teams, like SUNY Brockport, see the value.

'Fighting for our lives against a Goliath': Marina slams National Grid eminent domain push The utility says it needs the power of eminent domain to improve access to its electrical equipment near the Mid River Marina property and ensure the marina's continued safe operation.

The adult children who took over a small Town of Tonawanda marina after their father was electrocuted there three years ago say National Grid’s new legal effort to grab control of a portion of their property threatens the future of their business.

When it comes to making the trip to Albany, some legislators don't always find the time The state lawmaker most consistently away from Albany – Assembly Member David McDonough, R-Merrick, who is 88 – has not appeared in the chamber for a session since late May 2023. East Aurora Republican David DiPietro was away the second most.

The state lawmaker most consistently away from Albany – Assembly Member David McDonough, R-Merrick, who is 88 – has not appeared in the chamber for a session since late May 2023. East Aurora Republican David DiPietro was away the second most.

Local government might not be getting leaner, but thanks to coverage for injectables, public employees are New fat-busting drugs are helping public employees lose weight, but they're also busting budgets for local governments.

Fat-busting drugs like Ozempic might be great for battling the bulge, but their high price tag is busting the budgets of public officials trying to trim taxpayer-funded health insurance costs.

Marv Levy turns 100: Milestone produces trip down memory lane for Bills coach, family Only Marv Levy can drop George Washington and George Allen, the Third Reich and World War II, William & Mary and Harvard, Jim Kelly and Steve Tasker, the NFL and CFL and Sean McDermott and Mike Tomlin into the same conversation.

“It’s one of the great honors of coaching the Buffalo Bills – to follow a coach like Marv Levy,” current Bills coach Sean McDermott said.
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Three Sabres prospects complete World Junior Summer Showcase with Team USA Brodie Ziemer, Luke Osburn and Adam Kleber are Sabres prospects who played for Team USA in the World Junior Summer Showcase in Minnesota.

Brodie Ziemer, Luke Osburn and Adam Kleber are Sabres prospects who played for Team USA in the World Junior Summer Showcase in Minnesota.

Photos: Marv Levy through the years Relive some of Marv Levy’s history in Buffalo through this sampling of photographs from Buffalo News

On the eve of Marv Levy's 100th birthday, take a look back at the Hall of Fame coach's time in Buffalo throughout the years.

Dan Higgins: Pass the 'melk' − why the Buffalo accent is music to our ears Why do people from Buffalo talk like people from Buffalo? A linguist helps columnist Dan Higgins understand the Buffalo accent.

To the uninitiated, it can come at you harder than the “goal” horn at a Sabres game.

When ICE comes to the neighborhood: WNY grapples with new look of immigration enforcement Thomas Homan, the president's border czar, has said that Trump has secured the U.S. border "to its highest level." But in communities where the arrests are being carried out, questions immediately follow regarding whether they are worth the cost.

Just this week, two Western New York supermarkets that specialize in Asian cuisine − one in Amherst and one in the Rochester suburb of Henrietta − were targeted.

Authorities investigating ex-Trump prosecutor Jack Smith The Office of Special Counsel, an independent federal agency, on Saturday confirmed the investigation for alleged illegal political activity.

The Office of Special Counsel, an independent federal agency, on Saturday confirmed the investigation for alleged illegal political activity.

What will it take for developer to get OK to tear down derelict South Buffalo funeral home? KBP wants to take an Abbott Road building down because it's become a serious nuisance and danger, said Ken Shaw, director of construction.

Apparently, it’s not easy knocking down a vacant and derelict funeral home - even one that’s been the subject of repeated police calls for break-ins and vandalism.
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Alan Pergament: Lia Lando is looking forward to her next act – in TV news or series Lando has had her acting career to try to keep her busy while she awaits the outcome of her lawsuit against E.W. Scripps Co., the owner of Channel 7, for age, gender and disability discrimination afte...

ICYMI: Lando has had her acting career to try to keep her busy while she awaits the outcome of her lawsuit against E.W. Scripps Co., the owner of Channel 7, for age, gender and disability discrimination after being terminated in April.
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'That band from Buffalo': Robby Takac looks back on Goo Goo Dolls’ ride from Buffalo to breakout As the band prepares to arrive home for an Aug. 9 show at KeyBank Center (with opener Dashboard Confessional), Robby Takac has ingrained appreciation for the band’s journey from gritty garage band to ...

As the band prepares to arrive home for an Aug. 9 show at KeyBank Center, Robby Takac has ingrained appreciation for the band’s journey from gritty garage band to an act big enough to play anywhere.
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Bills Mailbag: Team chemistry, 'Hard Knocks' impact and training camp surprises Katherine Fitzgerald discusses Josh Allen's relationships with his receivers, training camp surprises and how much access HBO's "Hard Knocks" has to the Buffalo Bills players in this week's mailbag.

Katherine Fitzgerald discusses Josh Allen's relationships with his receivers, training camp surprises and how much access HBO's "Hard Knocks" has to the Buffalo Bills players in this week's mailbag.
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