Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
Good morning, Buffalo.
Niagara Gospel Mission in Niagara Falls is providing shelter for homeless residents as frigid temperatures persist this winter (the service offers a safe haven amid the cold).
A lively chili cook-off at Santora’s Pizza Pub & Grill in Williamsville united neighbors — raising crucial funds for families facing pediatric cancer.
More than 100 community members gathered at Buffalo’s Outer Harbor for the inaugural Mikey J Memorial Ice Fishing Tournament honoring Mike Tempski.
Buffalo City Ballet launches its 54th season with 'Art in Motion' plus the show honors Black History Month and celebrates dance and local creativity.
The performance will offer the community an inspiring new outlook on art.
Daniel O’Sullivan, chosen by the Buffalo Irish Center, will serve as grand marshal for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Sunday, March 15 along Delaware Avenue in downtown Buffalo — a role that honors his family’s Irish heritage tradition.
Mayor Sean Ryan launched Buffalo’s Black History Month celebration at historic Broadway Market and underscored Black Americans’ role in shaping the city’s past.
He said that Black history is inseparable from the story of Buffalo as the event unfolds today.
Buffalo State is cutting costs by phasing out its undergraduate environmental geography major and two graduate programs (conflict analysis and resolution, and higher education and student affairs administration) to help trim its deficit.
Buffalo and nearby areas face dangerously cold weather today after an arctic front moved in Friday night, with wind chills falling between minus 15 and minus 35 and a Cold Weather Advisory plus Extreme Cold Warning in effect until 10 a.m. while lingering lake effect snow creates slippery roads.
Terminally ill New Yorkers will soon be able to request prescription medication to end their lives as the state legislature passed a Medical Aid in Dying Act—Gov. Hochul is expected to sign the law soon.
The bill applies only to eligible state residents.
Junior Sabres are hosting a cancer awareness game & rallying local hockey players to raise funds for research in the community.
At the North Buffalo Ice Rink, the Buffalo Speedskating Club continues a decades-long tradition that inspires local skaters + shapes national talent on the ice.
Buffalo Bandits are trying to bounce back after a heavy loss to Colorado Mammoth exposed weaknesses in goaltending and defense; forward Kyle Buchanan said the team got too comfortable while Coach John Tavares said their attention is now on the next game against Philly.
Team USA hockey players, including Buffalo Sabres’ Tage Thompson, will stay in the Olympic Village during the Winter Games in Milan, which begin Feb.
12 – the plan may change if a norovirus outbreak among Finland’s women’s hockey team intensifies.
Ruben Studdard – My Tribute to Luther Vandross
10:30 a.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — VIP Experience for $40 — Ruben Studdard honors Luther Vandross in a nostalgic musical tribute.
Candlelight Concert - Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
8:30-9:45 p.m. — The Show at Shea's Seneca — Get your tickets now to discover the music of Fleetwood Mac in a unique candlelit setting.
Tierney Sutton Performance
3-6 p.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the captivating voice of Tierney Sutton live in Buffalo.
Monster Jam Freestyle Mania
7-9 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Tickets required — Experience adrenaline-pumping freestyle action featuring iconic Monster Jam trucks and motocross stunts.
Excision Concert
7-9 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — Ticket prices range from $82 to $203 — Experience an electrifying night with renowned DJ Excision at Buffalo RiverWorks.
Live Performance by Ed Croft & Tina Williams
5:30-7:30 p.m. — duende at Silo City — Entry Info Not Provided — Enjoy a night of versatile music and harmonies from this talented Buffalo duo.
Buffalo Bandits vs. Saskatchewan Rush
7:30-9:30 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Tickets vary — Experience an electrifying NLL matchup in Buffalo.
Rascal Flatts: Life is a Highway Tour
7-9 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Tickets available — Experience the harmonies and charisma of country music icons Rascal Flatts on their highly anticipated tour.
The Early November & Hellogoodbye Concert
7-10 p.m. — Electric City — Ticketed event — Celebrate two decades of music from The Early November and Hellogoodbye with their anniversary concert.
Buffalo Speed Dating for Singles Aged 35-49
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Fattey Beer Co. — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches at this lively and effective speed dating event.
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