Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo is experiencing a severe pothole season, with the city urging residents to report road issues through the 311 system for prompt repairs. ABC 7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Fire Department successfully extinguished a house fire on Delavan Ave Tuesday evening. WGRZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A retired Buffalo police officer pled guilty to second-degree assault and reckless endangerment for shooting a teenager suspected of theft in February 2024. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The NFTA unveiled a bus wrapped in artwork by Jalen Law, celebrating African American culture for Black History Month, with interactive elements to engage the community. ABC 7
- ➤ The 'Buffalo…Who Knew?' podcast features a conversation with Dennis Maher about Assembly House 150, a multifaceted art and design hub in a historic Buffalo church, showcasing the impact of Maher's work on local culture. Buffalo Rising
- ➤ Second Generation Theatre's production of 'The Niceties' by Eleanor Burgess, directed by Gabriella Jean McKinley, explores themes of race, privilege, and truth through a heated dialogue between an Ivy League professor and her student, running from February 14 to March 3, 2025 at Shea’s Smith Theatre. Buffalo Rising
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The US and Canada have agreed to a 30-day pause on tariffs, a move welcomed by economic development officials in the Buffalo Niagara region due to the significant daily trade and employment connected to cross-border commerce. WBFO
- ➤ Ohio-based MVAH Partners is developing Main Street Lofts, a $50.6 million affordable housing project in Midtown with 147 units. Buffalo Rising
- ➤ A judge dismissed multiple claims in a lawsuit against Chef’s Restaurant and its owners over a failed real estate transaction, leaving only two breach-of-contract allegations. WGRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Erie County provides $105,000 to restart Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library with Read to Succeed Buffalo, mailing free books to children up to age 5. WBEN
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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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Love Cadenza VIII Featuring Will Holton
An evening of top-tier musical talent including saxophonist Will Holton and special guests, benefitting the American Heart Association.
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CJ Emulous Concert
CJ Emulous will perform live at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, featuring his latest music.
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Sacred Sourdough Cooking Class
This hands-on cooking class focuses on the sacred art of sourdough bread making, providing participants with a starter and detailed guidance to enhance their culinary skills.
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Joe Bonamassa Concert
Renowned blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa will perform live at Shea's Buffalo Theatre, showcasing his exceptional talent.
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Speed Dating Event in Williamsville
This speed dating event offers singles a chance to meet potential matches in a structured yet enjoyable atmosphere, with multiple short conversations designed to spark connections.
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Queen City Roller Derby: Devil Dollies vs. Alley Kats
The Queen City Roller Derby presents a thrilling match between the Devil Dollies and the Alley Kats at Buffalo RiverWorks.
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