Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of February.
Good morning, Buffalo.
At Niagara Falls Convention Center, over 170 vendors are showcasing gear at the Greater Niagara Fishing Expo.
The event offers hands-on demos and local insights for anglers—bringing the community together for a day of local expertise.
Tesla met its hiring goals at the South Buffalo Gigafactory by employing about 2,400 full-time workers.
The taxpayer-funded facility valued at $950 million added more than 300 workers for solar roof panels; local officials expect continued growth to spur further investment.
NYS now offers a one-day exemption permit for bar owners who need to serve alcohol before 10 a.m. on Sundays—helping them prepare for the Olympic hockey showdown.
The U.S. Navy Band performed a free concert at Buffalo State as part of its northeast tour celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Mayor Sean Ryan launched downtown revitalization efforts by hiring Andrew Federick to take a census of properties at risk and plan improvements along Main Street— a key focus after many local businesses closed amid economic pressures.
The city intends to bolster investment and owner support for a downtown recovery.
The Buffalo Sabres resumed practice after the Winter Olympics break + they plan to boost their performance in upcoming home games.
The Buffalo Curling Club is seeing more visitors eager to try curling, and club officials say the surge in rentals may lead to new programs this season.
Niagara Falls mayors Robert Restaino (New York) and Jim Diodati (Ontario) wagered food on today's 8:10 a.m. men's gold medal hockey game: a U.S. win means Diodati sends a case of Canadian maple syrup, and a Canadian win means Restaino sends 20 lbs of Buffalo chicken wings with blue cheese.
Clarence and Kenmore West both advanced to the semifinals in the Section VI playoff hockey games underway today.
Fans can expect more local hockey action as the playoffs continue.
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.
Buffalo Sabres vs. Vegas Golden Knights
7-9 PM — KeyBank Center — Check for ticket availability — Thrilling NHL action as the Sabres take on the Golden Knights.
Khamari Concert
12-8 p.m. — Electric City — $47/ea — Grab last-minute tickets for an exciting night of music at Electric City.
Hedda Gabler Cocktail Hour and PYP
6-9:30 p.m. — D'Youville Kavinoky Theatre — Pick-Your-Price — Enjoy a pre-show cocktail hour with drink specials and light bites before the performance of Hedda Gabler.
October London In Concert
8-11 p.m. — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — Ticket Prices TBD — Experience smooth R&B sounds featuring October London, Eric Benét, and J. Brown live on stage.
Tchaikovsky Meets Elfman
7:30 p.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience an enchanting musical journey with works by Elfman and Tchaikovsky performed by the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra.
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