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Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Delta Sonic, in partnership with the Bills and Variety Club, offers limited edition posters when you donate $5 for one or $10 for two, available at Delta Sonic locations (while supplies last). WGRZ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ National Grid says 3,400 customers in Buffalo are without power after an underground fault east of Main Street disrupted service from East Utica Street to Perry Street; crews expect power to be restored by 10:30 a.m. ABC 7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Costco is set to open mid-June at Ridge Lea Road in Amherst next to Dick’s House of Sports, both part of Benderson Development's new Boulevard complex & local leaders expect this retail debut to attract more national retailers. WBEN
- ➤ Five startups join the 11th cohort of the 43North accelerator at Seneca One today, including Rad-Employ using conversational AI for radiology staffing and FLOE installing sensor+real-time managed deicing systems. They aim to spark local innovation, create jobs, and strengthen long-term partnerships. WGRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A mother filed suit against the principal and school district after her high school senior daughter was barred from attending Depew High for not receiving a meningitis booster vaccine — the case is now pending. The Buffalo News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Public Schools Superintendent Pascal Mubenga and School Board President Kathy Evans Brown announced today that School 90 & School 3 will remain open as the district seeks other ways to save money. The Buffalo News
- ➤ Federal officials announced plans to freeze billions in federal aid for low-income families, and Gov. Hochul confirmed on Tuesday that up to $3 billion in childcare funds plus $7 billion through TANF will be halted in New York and four other states — Erie County is reviewing how local services may be affected. WGRZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ People Inc. reported a rise in influenza A hospitalizations in local group homes and day habilitation programs, and experts urge residents to get vaccinated, wash hands, and wear masks to limit spread — measures aimed at protecting vulnerable populations. WBFO
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ BFC Partners and St. John Baptist Church are set to begin a $126M renovation on the 360-unit Towne Gardens Section 8 apartment complex, offering modern improvements for residents. The work will start soon with project details to follow. The Buffalo News
- ➤ New owners of Towne Gardens Apartments secured $126 million in financing for a series of improvements—modern appliances, sanitation upgrades, new lighting, and repaved parking lots—for the 360-unit complex on Buffalo’s East Side. WBEN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ CollectibleXchange partnered with Erie County to sell keepsakes from the old stadium—set for demolition. The company will host pickup parties and VIP events at local venues, and 50% of proceeds will fund local projects. WBFO
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The Strictly Hip: Road Apples
8-11 p.m. — Babeville — $4 – $100 — Experience a night honoring the music of The Tragically Hip with the dedicated tribute band The Strictly Hip.
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Buffalo NY Speed Dating for Ages 24-39
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Fattey Beer Co. — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun, engaging environment.
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Mozart's Mass
10:30 a.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — $9.00 — Experience the sublime blend of Mozart's Symphony No. 38 and the Great Mass in C minor with the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus.
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Mozart's Mass and Symphony No. 38
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — Ticketed — Experience the emotional journey of Mozart’s symphony alongside his magnificent ‘Great’ Mass in C minor.
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Mamma Mia!
2-4 p.m. — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the timeless ABBA hits in this beloved musical spectacular.
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Handmade Pasta Class
6-9 p.m. — Artisan Culinary Loft — $100.00 — Experience the art of pasta making, perfect for all skill levels.
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Saving Waves Concert
6:30-8:30 PM — Buffalo Iron Works — Details on ticket cost pending — Experience the vibrant sounds of Saving Waves in a lively setting.
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The Jazz Lounge at Milton's
7-10 p.m. — Milton's at Statler Buffalo — $20 — Experience an elegant evening of live jazz and crafted cocktails in downtown Buffalo.
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The Strictly Hip: Day For Night
8-11 p.m. — Babeville — $4 – $100 — Experience the music of The Tragically Hip through the talented tribute band The Strictly Hip in an intimate venue.
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Urban Elegance Gala
6-9 p.m. — FORBES THEATER — In-person event — Celebrate creativity, culture, and community with art, fashion, and live performances.
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