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Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 64th Annual Variety Kids Telethon will air from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 21 on WGRZ and run from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 22 on WBBZ. Funds raised support local nonprofit programs for children. WGRZ
- ➤ Buffalo native Patti Thomas, wife of Hall of Fame running back Thurman Thomas, recalled childhood Bills games and noted her construction company (34 Group) helped build the new stadium next to the old site. She credited community support and the Pegula family's commitment with keeping the local football legacy strong. WGRZ
- ➤ Elaine Pasternak marks 43 years at Broadway Market, having started at Max’s Poultry in 1983 and joined Camellia Meats in 2008; she greets generations of shoppers with warmth + care. ABC 7
- ➤ Buffalo Bills fans can now purchase pieces of the old Highmark Stadium as Erie County, Legends Global, and CollectibleXchange launch a memorabilia sale. Orders begin online now with select Season Ticket Members eligible for discounts and additional items available next summer. ABC 7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The new Kenmore Village Pharmacy opened this week on Kenmore Avenue in Tonawanda after a nearby Rite Aid closed last fall, offering local residents personal service with direct prescription transfers and basic over-the-counter items. ABC 7
- ➤ Today’s 4:30 p.m. playoff game has businesses like Sunny Red’s in Lackawanna and On the Rox in Amherst expecting a surge in orders. Sunny Red’s will sell 3,600 wings and 75 pizzas versus usual sales, and outlets report business could boost by up to 20%. WBEN
- ➤ Buffalo's SnapBack Returns app makes online returns easier by syncing users' emails and scheduling DoorDash pickups (up to five packages for a $9.99 fee). Launched late last year, the service now reports about 1,000 downloads and 300 monthly active users. WGRZ
- ➤ Frank’s Grille reopens this weekend in Lancaster under new ownership; the longtime neighborhood spot debuts updated menu items and a plan for a spring renovation as the new team—owners of The Lunch Box Cafe—celebrates its grand opening. The restaurant will operate daily except Sundays. WGRZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Jan. 16, Shea's Buffalo Theatre celebrated 100 years since its grand opening. The centennial milestone highlights the community's strong ties to culture + local history. WGRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Early enrollment for D’Youville University’s College of Medicine is nearly 2/3 full as renovations begin early spring at 285 Delaware in Buffalo. The program starts next fall at the main campus (students will transfer to the new medical building in fall ’27). WBEN
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ New York state law ensures that gift cards bought on or after Dec. 10 are valid for at least nine years (cards before 2010 may have different rules), so a restaurant cannot enforce a 90-day expiration date or add extra fees except a one-time activation fee up to $9. ABC 7
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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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Live Music with Growlers Blues Band
Time to be announced — Diamond Hawk — No cover charge — Experience a unique blend of blues and rock that will keep you dancing all night!
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Mat Kerekes - Luna and the Wild Blue Everything Tour
7-10 p.m. — Rec Room — 16+ Admission — Celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Mat Kerekes' debut album with special guests Shallow Alcove and Beeson.
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Motion City Soundtrack Live
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the return of Motion City Soundtrack with their iconic music and energizing performance.
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