Friday, January 24th, 2025
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The freighter Manitoulin is immobilized by ice on Lake Erie near Buffalo, with details pending from the Coast Guard. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Disney on Ice will be performed at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo this weekend. WGRZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Trader Joe's aims to open its second store in Western New York at a former Applebee's location in Clarence, pending town approval. The Buffalo News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Snowfall in Western New York is expected to disrupt Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes due to slick roads and limited visibility. The Buffalo News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Kensington Expressway tunnel project in Buffalo is paused due to legal challenges over environmental impact concerns, with a decision expected next month amidst various mayoral candidates' opinions. The Buffalo News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Josh Allen, Damar Hamlin, and Joe Brady of the Buffalo Bills have been nominated for the Associated Press 2024 NFL awards, including Most Valuable Player, Comeback Player of the Year, and Assistant Coach of the Year, respectively. WGRZ
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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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Kaisertown Polka Band Performance
The Kaisertown Polka Band is a celebrated polka show band from Western New York, known for their vibrant performances and musical heritage.
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Atlantic Brass Quintet Performance at Slee Hall
The Atlantic Brass Quintet will perform at Slee Hall, showcasing their exceptional brass music skills.
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Candlelight Tribute to Taylor Swift
Experience a captivating evening featuring a string quartet performing beloved Taylor Swift songs surrounded by candlelight.
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Valentine's Full Moon Stroll at Tifft Nature Preserve
Enjoy a romantic evening stroll through Tifft Nature Preserve's trails, complete with a hot cocoa bar, DIY chocolate-covered strawberries station, and Valentine card-making.
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Crankdat Live Performance at Electric City
Crankdat, accompanied by support from Celo, will perform live at Electric City in Buffalo.
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"Youth Sports in the 21st Century"
Please join us on Saturday, January 25th, from 9 am to 11:30 am for an interactive Youth Sports Community Conversation highlighting the lifetime values gained through youth sport. This month's conversation highlights the use of the United States Olympic Committee Athlete Development Model when building youth sports activities. This event is free.
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