ChevyVanMiller

Well, I knew that was coming. Thanks for getting it out of the way early.

Spent the past week catching up on shows clogging up the disc space of my TiVo. Wrote a column about what I have prioritized: Chevy's TiVo Thought it might make a good off-season discussion here. What programs do you TiVo so that you're sure not to miss them?

I'm no Mod, but this thread should be posted in the Off The Wall section - for all OT threads.

Thanks (Everyone) for the kind words.

30 Rock has the best writing like this example of a conversation between Liz (Tina Fey) and Jack (Alec Baldwin). Liz: Jack, do you have any pull with the Postmaster General? Jack: I used to, but we had a falling out over the Jerry Garcia stamp. I told him, "If I wanted to lick an old hippie, I'd return Joan Baez' phone calls."

Wonderfalls - FOX show set in Niagara Falls. Here's one I bet you'd never think of - The Honeymooners. It ran just one season before Gleason pulled it because he felt that they'd run out of fresh ideas (They also lost in their time slot to Perry Como, if you can believe it). Although he did bring the characters back in shorts on his variety show.

Here's a link to my column about the International Bowl. UB has every right to hold their heads high. UB Column

Don't know if it's been discussed, but Fred Jackson said in his post-game comments that the feeling on the field was that the Pats* had orchestrated the "scrum" to purposely engage dopey Preston and run out the clock. If true, it's just further example of how far Belicheat is ahead of Jauron in game situation management.

What is the sense of starting Losman - a lame duck - for any game ever again in a Bills uniform? I know the Bills are mathematically still alive for the playoffs, but when your road there involves two teams having to play to a tie, you're out. Let's say JP tears it up and the team wins the last three. Then Jauron and company look like fools for backing Edwards. Also, that would put some pressure on the team to give thought to actually re-signing JP. (I know, a nightmare if ever there was one.) At worst, JP gets a bigger contract elsewhere and the Bills get f***-all. More realistically, let's say JP is his same old self and leads the team to a 1-2 or 0-3 finish. He goes out the door to stink up the roster somewhere else next year and the Bills still have no idea if their number 3 can be a 2 or a 1. The only upside is to start Hamdan and find out what you have. The fact that the Bills wouldn't even consider doing so speaks volumes about the ineptitude of Jauron and Co.

How did you order tickets? Everything I've read said that they don't go on sale until wednesday. (Nevermind, I went to the Official site and found out that you can order now through Ticketmaster. The UB site still says that you can't order until tomorrow.

How cool was it to watch a big game as a Buffalo fan and actually see a win? Great game, made my whole weekend. Especially liked Spielman's comment that "The Bills won't be the only team from Buffalo playing in Toronto." It's bittersweet because Gill is as good as gone, but it couldn't happen to a nicer guy. Go Turner, Go Bulls!

Hope your wish comes true. Happy Birthday, Cindy (and many, many more)

Without looking it up my guess is zero.

Why do posts like these always seem to come from folks who have been on TSW for all of a cup of coffee? The title says "Schottenheimer interested in Bills." Like an idiot I bite only to read, "He is hinting on all his talk shows (NFL network) that he wants back in coaching." What does that have to do with him expressing an interest in this team? The fact that "He always speaks VERY highly of the Bills" is irrelevent. Does he have an interst in coaching here above another NFL city? Based on your insightful post the world may never know.

This deserves its own thread. Next June true regionalism will happen between Buffalo and Niagara Falls when the first ever Niagara Homecoming takes place in conjunction with Buffalo Homecoming. There will be 4 days of free or reduced cost events in both cities. Email your family and friends who have moved away and tell them that WNY will be having a reunion next June. I hope to see many of you there, We've got multiple committees of folks working really hard to make sure that each event is spectacular. Here's a link to the many media reports: Niagara Homecoming Media Coverage There's some great things happeneing in Niagara Falls and it's coming from the people. See you in June.

Got this press release this morning and thought some of you might be interested. ***Media Alert*** Marshawn Lynch Announces Authentic “Beast Mode” Brand Clothing In Support of The Salvation Army Lynch Will Sign Beast Mode Items for Fans on December 2nd Who: Marshawn Lynch What: RB Marshawn Lynch will drop by Tops Friendly Markets #108 to thank employees and retailers, meet with fans and introduce the Beast Mode line. He will autograph his Beast Mode merchandise for fans. Memorabilia other than authentic Beast Mode items will not be signed. Lynch has licensed his familiar and wildly popular mark, “Beast Mode,” for a good cause: to support single parent households. Tops Friendly Markets will host him at a local store to meet with fans, while displaying his new “Beast Mode” T-shirt. A portion of the proceeds will in turn benefit The Salvation Army of Buffalo, as Lynch would like to assist single parent families, especially during the holiday season. This cause is deeply important to him, because he personally experienced the difficulties of growing up in a single parent household and he believes in The Salvation Army’s mission. “Beast mode is what I’m all about,” Lynch said. “It’s about showing the fans that giving up is never an option for me on the field, so it shouldn’t be for families off the field. I have been waiting for the opportunity to personally share my favorite mantra with our fans, and encourage them to have a positive outlook during these tough times.” Beast Mode apparel can be purchased at Tops Markets throughout the state, in-stadium at Buffalo Bills’ games, and also www.marshawn23.com. Where: Tops Markets #108 3201 Southwestern Blvd Orchard Park, NY. 14127 When: Tuesday, December 2nd, 6:00-7:30 pm Why: The Salvation Army’s commitment to putting people first is the driving force behind their mission. Locally, The Salvation Army of Buffalo exists to offer hope for a better life by meeting basic human needs. **Only authentic Beast Mode items will be autographed.

Okay, here's the update. Next June 25-28 we will be holding the first ever Niagara Homecoming event. It will be 4 days of free or reduced cost events featuring the best of the Falls. The idea is for everyone born and raised in the Cataract City to come back home on the same weekend. Why wait for your next highschool reunion when there's going to be a city reunion? We have partnered with the successful Buffalo Homecoming and will intertwine the two events. Here's a few links: Niagara Rises Niagara Homecoming in the Buffalo News Niagara Homecoming in the N. F. Reporter Niagara Homecoming in the Gazette Homecoming Logo - WIVB Channel 4 Oh, and for those of you thinking about moving back there will be a job fair with over 500 employers and a real estate tour. We're expecting over 15,000 people at the two events - be there or be square.

Yeah, they mentioned it at some point in the first half - after one of Flynn's steal then slams. Hey, are you coming home for the Niagara Homecoming next June? Don't make me come get you

"Cuse is in the house Oh My God Oh My God, Cuse is in the house Oh My God - Danger!" Great game last night. The Falls boys were huge. What a clutch "3" by Flynn to force OT. Harris is a beast on the boards and in the lane. It's early, but they've at least served notice that they're a force to be reckoned with in the Big East.

Sorry, Aaron. I read the "L' as an "R." I've got relatives in San Mateo, beautiful place.

I live in Appleton, on the Eastern-most end of Niagara County. I was born and raised in the city. After college I lived away for over 10 years and came back a decade ago to find a city I barely recognized. Writing for the Reporter brings me into the city often. Things are bad, but Mayor Dyster is a good dude. When I started Niagara Rises I told the group that if the city was going to turn around we needed a "buy in" from former residents. It's okay to "join" the group from wherever you're living now. I'm one of the lucky few making a good living in WNY - I know there's many more former residents who can lend a hand both financially and with their life experience. For the first time in decades there's a positive buzz. Again, circle the last weekend in June as the time to come back. I'll post the details of the PC here tomorrow. PS- I understand your concern for your grandmother. Thank God she's good with a knife.

Aaron, You're so right about the decay and the problems. That's why Niagara Rises was formed. The group is about giving the people a voice. We've all learned that government isn't going to get it done alone. Anyway, check the site on Tuesday afternoon and you'll find out why you need to come home next June. And hey, go write a blog on life as an ex-Falls resident living in North Carolina.

As some of you may know I founded a grassroots group dedicated to the revival of Niagara Falls (Tall order, there) called Niagara Rises. We have revised our website and it is now blog based. We're looking for writers to pontificate on a number of subjects pertaining to the Falls. If you're passionate about the Niagara Wine Trail, City Politics, History, Government, High School and College Sports or most any other subject pertaining to the Cataract City please visit the site and lay down your thoughts. Here's a Linky Btw, there will be a major press conference Tuesday morning concerning an upcoming Niagara Rises event. It promises to be the best thing to happen to the Falls since Marilyn Monroe hit the town. "Come on up for the rising."

Sometimes the incredible tangents on this board drive me up a wall. Let's mention that UB - not so long ago worst team in Division 1-A, couldn't win a road game, couldn't win a home game, talked about going back to Division III - UB won their Division last night and clinched a bowl game. UB is going bowling!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Can you believe it????????????? Hats off to Turner Gill for trusting in his senior QB to audiblize and run a pro-style offense. If Willy gets drafted late - good on him. If he doesn't, he'll get a shot as a FA. But the story is - UB is going to a bowl game! Will wonders cease?