BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The vacant lots once home to Mulligan’s Brick Bar and The Old Pink on Allen Street in Buffalo could soon undergo a transformation.

Both properties, which have been left abandoned following fires, are under contract for sale to William Roche and his son, Kyle Roche, both Buffalo natives. Kyle Roche, a Canisius High School graduate and now a respected attorney, co-owns Roche Development with his father.

“What can we do here that brings pride to the Allentown area?" Kyle said. "I think this is one of the most important neighborhoods in Buffalo, both historically and from a community perspective."

The Allentown neighborhood has faced months of uncertainty as two prime properties remained empty after an arsonist set fire to The Old Pink in June of 2024, followed by a

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