Chestnut Ridge Park crew member pulls dog from ravine
The journey took the dog and his rescuer on a two and a half mile journey.
On Nov. 2, 2023, the annual Red Cross Real Heroes awards ceremony took place in Buffalo, NY. The American Red Cross honored individuals who have shown courage, dedication and unselfish character by their acts of heroism in the community. The featured videos below showcase those who were honored. Spectrum News 1 is the proud media sponsor of this event.
The journey took the dog and his rescuer on a two and a half mile journey.
It was just another day for Chuck Prentice and LeRoy Ambulance.
Jay Withey broke into a school and saved more than 20 people in the harshest conditions during the Buffalo Christmas blizzard.
Three Mercy Flight paramedics are being recognized for their response to a head-on car crash that left three people dead and three others hurt.
It was another normal day on the job for two of Modern Disposal's finest, Sporty Ripley and Josh Cury.
Three members of the Erie County Sheriff's Office are being credited for a saving a man's life last winter.
It takes a special person to answer the call to serve our country. It takes just as much spirit to answer the call when your community needs you most.
Red Cross blood transport volunteers are among those who braved the elements during the Christmas blizzard.
Sophia Benintende was diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma in July 2021.
Chiefs Luca Quagliano and Steven Abbott will tell you they don't think they did anything special.
Rescue 1 and Wally Majtyka headed in to DC Theatrics alongside Engine 2. Not long after, everything changed.