Thursday, January 16th, 2025
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brian Goldsmith is set to make his 10th 17-mile charity run from North Buffalo to Highmark Stadium, supporting Wings Flights of Hope. WBEN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An off-duty Niagara Falls police officer shot a 19-year-old who allegedly carjacked him and his children during a supposed online sale meetup, leading to the arrest and charges against the suspect, who has a history of vehicle-related offenses. The Buffalo News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Shea's Buffalo Theatre celebrates its 100th anniversary, highlighting its role as a cultural icon and economic driver in Buffalo with special events and a new commemorative logo. ABC 7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Wildflower Meadery, a new business focused on producing dryer versions of mead, is set to open a 1000 SF tasting room at the Niagara Frontier Food Terminal, aiming to diversify and enrich the local food and drink scene. Buffalo Rising
- ➤ 3AM Innovations, focused on improving first responder safety through advanced technology, secures a $750,000 investment to expand its operations. The Buffalo News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Erie County Department of Health issued an alert after carfentanil, a synthetic opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl, was detected in the local drug supply, amidst a backdrop of a preliminary drop in overdose deaths. WGRZ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new lounge/nightclub, Oakk Haus, set to open by March at 416 Pearl St. in Buffalo, N.Y., is being launched by Dennis Wilson Jr. and Curtis McCutcheon, the owners of Oakk Room bar/restaurant. WGRZ
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Progressive Tango Lessons with Catherine on Saturdays
This 8-week progressive tango instruction series at Kenmore Baptist Church offers classes designed to build confidence and skills in tango dancing.
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Dancing With the Stars Live Tour
Dancing With the Stars, the popular Emmy-winning ABC show, is embarking on a live tour, bringing the excitement of the dance floor to Shea's Buffalo Theatre.
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Kevin Hart Concert in Buffalo
Kevin Hart will perform live at Shea's Performing Arts Center in Buffalo, offering an evening of comedy entertainment.
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Tribute Band Performance by Bee Gees
A tribute band performance dedicated to the iconic Bee Gees at Shea's 710 Theatre in Buffalo.
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Terrakwa: An Investigation of the Erie Canal Across Time and Geography
This innovative exhibition at Buffalo Arts Studio explores the Erie Canal's history through an ecological lens, featuring drawings created by trees to reflect atmospheric forces over time.
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Kevin Hart Live at Shea's Buffalo Theatre
Stand-up comedian Kevin Hart will perform live at Shea's Buffalo Theatre in Buffalo, NY.
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University at Buffalo Wrestling: Bulls vs. Bloomsburg & Glenville
The University at Buffalo Bulls Wrestling team will compete against Bloomsburg and Glenville at the Alumni Arena.
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TBZ Aleph Champ - Children's Hebrew Learning Program
A program designed for children in grades 1-7 focusing on Hebrew language education, with sessions held weekly at the Broder Center in Buffalo.
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Decades Silent Disco at the Statler
Experience a night of immersive music from the 70s to the 2000s with three live DJs and themed decorations.
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Lock & Key Singles Party for Ages 24-49 in Buffalo, NY
The Lock & Key Singles Party allows singles to unlock potential matches through a fun, interactive event designed to encourage socializing and new connections.
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