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Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Bills fans joined the 'Billieve Together' bus tour on Thursday as the vehicle moved from downtown to West Seneca, offering music, giveaways, and a chance to see Bills alumni, all sponsored by M&T Bank to boost playoff spirit. WGRZ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Officers raced into a burning barn in Lewiston to rescue cows — bodycam footage captured their swift response in Niagara County. WGRZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State officials warned local residents about the risks at med spas after an investigation of 223 businesses found 87 cited for violations like illegal practice, expired products & counterfeit injection products. Consumers are urged to confirm licensure before treatments. WGRZ
- ➤ Erie County health officials have urged residents to use emergency rooms and ambulances only for true emergencies as a surge in respiratory illnesses like the flu slows response times today—this measure is intended to ensure critical care remains available. WGRZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developer Kyle Roche is planning a mixed-use building on Allen Street to replace the Old Pink and Brick Bar sites and fill empty lots, with official plans expected to be filed this year — local leaders say the project could help revitalize the neighborhood. WBEN
- ➤ Developers will convert the Bank of America building at Fountain Plaza into 160 one-to-2-bedroom apartments, which will include a restaurant, fitness center & other amenities. WGRZ
- ➤ Today, First Friends Daycare in Cheektowaga is breaking ground on an expansion — adding an indoor playground, outdoor splash pad and extra classrooms, with completion expected by September. Meanwhile, a vacant lot in Williamsville sold for $435,000 and a 9,500 sqft warehouse in Tonawanda sold for $425,000. WBEN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In Orchard Park, Bills quarterback Josh Allen reviewed his game film (a self-scout exercise assigned by coach Joe Brady) to pinpoint improvements ahead of the team's upcoming playoff game in Jacksonville. WGRZ
- ➤ At Canisius University’s Bills Fieldhouse in Orchard Park, Thomas Zwirecki caught MLB pitchers Paul Skenes and Jared Jones during a bullpen workout arranged through unique local connections. He said the pro-level experience boosted his confidence and sharpened his approach to the game. Canisius University
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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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Umphrey's McGee Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — 16+ only — Enjoy a night with Chicago's eclectic rock band pushing the boundaries of the jam band genre.
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