Michael Butler+FollowBuffalo’s St. Ann’s School lost to massive fireA piece of Buffalo’s history went up in flames as the 125-year-old St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church School in the Emslie neighborhood was devastated by a massive fire. Over 120 firefighters battled the blaze for nearly 12 hours in freezing temperatures, but the damage is severe—initial estimates are already at $600,000 and could climb higher. This building once buzzed with nearly 2,000 students and stood as a landmark for generations. Now, the community faces tough questions: Can anything be saved, or is this the end for a Buffalo icon? What memories do you have of St. Ann’s? #Religion #Buffalo #StAnns00Share
Matthew Barnes+FollowBuffalo’s St. Ann’s school gutted by fireA piece of Buffalo’s history went up in flames as the beloved St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church School, standing since 1895, was devastated by a massive fire. Over 120 firefighters braved freezing temps for nearly 12 hours to battle the blaze, but the damage is staggering—estimates could top $1 million. The building, once bustling with nearly 2,000 students, now faces an uncertain future as engineers assess if anything can be saved. For many in the Emslie neighborhood, this loss is more than bricks and mortar—it’s a blow to community memory. What do you think should happen next? #Religion #Buffalo #StAnns00Share
