The Talk of Tonawanda

Episode 43 Engage the world!

In this episode, join Carl and Frank as they are joined by Bob Gregg who shares details of a recently founeded Fraternal Club that is engaging the community, supporting charities, and having fun doing it.  Grab a soda and spend a half hour with the boys and learn about how you can do something fun while making a difference in the community, and the world!

The Mayors Committee for Special Events/Oktoberfest

From the Youth Jazz Festival at the beginning of summer to the Oktoberfest in the fall, the Mayors Committee for Special Events promotes tourism and community involvement in the City of Tonawanda.  Carl and Frank talk about these and many other events occurring in the City and share thoughts about the future.

WNY Collectibles

We are joined today by Joe Furan from WNY Collectibles.  We talk about what's hot in collecting, what is the market like, how consignments are taken in and marketed, and some throw-backs to the past and some of our favourite collectibles.

Episode 40 - Samantha Muscato talks Real Estate and more!

Samantha returns to the show bringing her expertise on the current housing market, the trends and the resources, as well as talking about the upcoming Historical Home Tour, talking about the growth of the Main Street corridor...and more!
Join us for another fun episode!

Episode 39 - City of Tonawanda Neighbors United

In this episode we are joined by Mary Ann and Lindsey from COT Neighbors United.  From "Pop-up Playgrounds" to Pland Swap, City Wide Garage Sale to National Day of Play, this group has awoken many a kid and adult, and brought back real play in the out doors.  Nationally recognized, the accomplishments and accolades of this small grassroots organization has set the bar high for themselves, and the results are amazing.  Listen in and hear what this group is about, what they do, and where they're going.  COT Neighbors United...developing play while developing minds.

Episode 38 -Developer vs. Grandma

Among our usual updates in and around the Canal Cities, we grab the story from the headlines about a true "David vs Goliath" story of a developer trying to aquire the historical property of a 93 year old great-grandmother, and the lengths they are willing to go to get their way.  Interesting, heart-breaking all in the face of a hearwarming woman and her family, fighting to keep the home that has been in their family since the Civil War.

Episode 37 - City of Tonawanda Visual and Performing Arts Board

Chairman Susan Gregg comes to us from the Visual and Performing Arts Board to talk about summer events, projects and a whole lot more!  Learn what's behind the scenes for some of the wonderful things that happen right here in the City of Tonawanda.

Seriously, spring is really here...and MORE

Talking about gardens, family recipes, grandparents put back into service...and so much more.

Episode 35 - Spring is here!

Today we talk about the upcoming spring events, and give a posthumous salute to Mercyflight Dispatch Supervisor and Fire Chief Steve Bugary.

Episode 34 - Miles and MORE

We are joined by Bill Miles from the Elks Lodge, and we talk about its history, its mission and the future.  Spend a few minutes with us and learn how you can participate is so many of the projects that the Elks are standing behind.