Jeff Slawson
7 Eyewitness News
Buffalo, NY, United States
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"The lawn kid" looking to mow 50 veteran lawns in honor of his grandfather
It's been a busy summer already for Nathan Adams, also known as "The Lawn Kid". His upstart lawn care business has been doing great and now, he's using the business to give back. Nathan is looking to mow 50 veteran lawns for free. → Read More
WATCH: Tonawanda Coke smoke stacks demolished, cleanup process begins
Early Saturday morning, the Tonawanda Coke smoke stacks were imploded, a sign of the transformation of the area. → Read More
Voelker's Bowling Alley to be demolished
On Thursday, the Buffalo Preservation Board will see the submission to demolish Voelkers Bowling Center on Amherst Street in Buffalo. The plan is also to demolish three other properties surrounding Voelkers. → Read More
Mobile sports betting "will pass" in New York according to Governor
During the New York State 2021-2022 budget announcement, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that the state's mobile sports betting plan "will pass". → Read More
Buffalo officers won't charged in protest push; victim 'surprised'
Martin Gugino, the man seen being pushed to the ground during last June's protests in Niagara Square, says he's shocked that the charges against the officers were dropped. → Read More
"Winter Porch Sports" bringing exercise classes all over the City of Buffalo
A 30 degree day in Buffalo is no longer an excuse to skip the workout as the City introduces Winter Porch Sports. Winter Porch Sports brings outdoor exercise and fitness classes to different parts of the City by having exercise videos playing on a massive LED mobile billboard. → Read More
Recreational marijuana could be on the way to legalization in New York State
As COVID-19 has created major financial issues in New York State, a solution could come in the form of marijuana. According to Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul, the next budget could see the legalization of recreational marijuana as it has gained support throughout the state legislature. → Read More
High school senior starts business to help get dogs adopted
Bubba's Bowties is a business she started through an entrepreneurship program at the school. She donates dozens of bow ties to be put on dogs awaiting their forever homes. → Read More
Shark and sting ray touch pool now open at Aquarium of Niagara
After months of construction, the shark and ray bay is now open at the Aquarium of Niagara. → Read More
Wanakah Country Club hosting 100 Holes of Golf to benefit 'Live Like Luca'
The Wanakah Country Club in Hamburg is holding its annual golf tournament to benefit two organizations, inlcuding the Luca S. Calanni Foundation. → Read More
Buffalo Museum of Science is open; here are the restrictions
The Buffalo Museum of Science has reopened to the public, with some restrictions. → Read More
Here's how the Buffalo and Erie County Naval Park plans to keep you safe as it reopens Wednesday
The Buffalo and Erie County Naval Park is set to reopen Wednesday, for the first time since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. → Read More
Ready to play? Explore and More reopens on Wednesday
For the first time since the pandemic started, Explore and More, The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum is set to open with restrictions. Tickets must be purchased ahead of time. → Read More
Aquarium of Niagara reopens to the public on Saturday, here's what you need to know
The Aquarium of Niagara Falls is reopening to the public on Saturday for the first time since the pandemic started. → Read More
The Buffalo Zoo is open once again! Here's what you need to know
For the first time since the pandemic started, the Buffalo Zoo is reopening starting Thursday, July 2nd. → Read More
Want to perfect your art skills or work on a new art project? Here's how you can this summer
In addition, Queen City Fine Arts School is hosting children’s birthday parties and has a multitude of kids camps available starting July 1st with limited spaces. → Read More
Buffalo bookstore hopes you think local on your next book purchase
For nonprofit bookstore Dog Ears Bookstore and Café, delivering books to peoples' homes has become the new normal. → Read More
Jeff "the animal guy" needs help feeding his animals
Jeff Musial has owned Nickel City Reptiles and Exotics for more than 20 years, and 2020 is the toughest yet. → Read More
Chrusciki Bakery adapting to fit COVID concerns, Eastern Hills location on hold
Chrusciki Bakery has been a staple in Western New York for more than 30 years, and the COVID-19 pandemic is uncharted territory. → Read More
Western New York couple's honeymoon cut short due to coronavirus
They were able to get back home after landing in Toronto from a Dublin flight to alerts on their phones that the United States-Canada border was closed → Read More