HTN: Buffalo News Raising Price

The "Buffalo News" announced Tuesday that it will raising its daily newsstand price from 50- to 75-cents. It's the first price hike in 14 years at the region's largest daily new publication, which is owned by Warren Buffett's Omaha-based Berkshire Hathaway. The new price will be stamped on the February 23rd edition. Daily papers have faced declines in circulation and advertising revenue. The "News" has also offered a buyout package to employees, including reporting and editorial staff. They have until the end of the month to accept the packages.

Sportswriter Dies from Injuries

Buffalo News sportswiter Tom Borelli has died from injuries he suffered in a fall at All-High Stadium on November 8th. Borrelli passed away overnight at ECMC, where he had been hospitalized in critical condition since the incident. Sports Editor Howard Smith said there were encouraging signs until just recently.