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Monday, March 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 31st of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Clarence man was awarded $10 million after a compound bow he used exploded and left him without his left eye at his company property in Cheektowaga. His son argued the case in court—saying the bow was defective before he released the string. The Buffalo News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Police investigated a car crash on Cambridge Avenue in the Delavan-Ferry neighborhood on Sunday at 7:30 p.m.—they found two passengers with gunshot wounds, one of whom died at the scene and the other later at ECMC. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Chorus and soloists performed on March 29 at 7:30 p.m. and March 30 at 2:30 p.m. at Kleinhans Music Hall where Grand Island native Malcolm Merriweather conducted works on black history—Paul Moravec’s Sanctuary Road and Margaret Bonds’s Montgomery Variations—that used stirring choral and solo voices to retell key historic struggles. Buffalo Rising
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Orchard Park will expand four elementary schools in the next phase of a $114M capital project using $26.9M to add six classrooms at Eggert, Ellicott, South Davis — Windom. The Buffalo News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kenmore homeowners will pay an extra $125 in village taxes next year as the tentative 2025-26 budget raises the tax levy by 5%—a rate set above the state cap—even though last year's increase exceeded 9%. Rising costs for employee benefits, police services and supplies helped drive the budget boost that also covers higher spending on a new police headquarters currently under construction and expected to cost over $11 million. The Buffalo News
- ➤ On Saturday, about 150 protesters gathered on South Park Avenue in Buffalo to oppose Elon Musk’s role in leading the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) that has cut several federal programs. The protest was part of a national movement (covering 277 Tesla showrooms) where counterprotesters also gathered at some sites. WBEN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Healthy Kids Running Series has engaged children in Amherst, Hamburg and Angola since 2009 to boost physical fitness and self-esteem through fun running events. The Amherst team will begin its spring series on April 27th—featuring races from 50 yards to 1 mile and offering a T-shirt and trophy for a $45 registration fee. ABC 7
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Western New York natives Brendan and Jesi Cunningham returned from Florida and appeared on HGTV's 'House Hunters' Saturday night; they selected a home off Main Street (10 minutes from downtown) after competing with 11 bids among three options. WGRZ
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Bills and Sabres COO Pete Guelli reported that construction on the new Highmark Stadium is 50% complete with a topping out ceremony scheduled for April 4 and 70% of the lower bowl already sold, while season ticket holders will be fully processed before the upcoming season. He added that plans to host other sports and community events at the stadium and KeyBank Center are underway—further discussions with city and county leaders will begin later in the spring. WBEN
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Wild Kratts Live Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Kratt Brothers in a vibrant live adventure out of your TV screens.
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Party101 with DJ Matt Bennett
7 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 18+ — Enjoy a nostalgic throwback celebration of music from Nickelodeon and Disney Channel.
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Bette, Babs & Beyond Tribute Concert
10:30 a.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — $8.00 — A vibrant tribute to legendary female music icons performed by the BPO and featuring a stellar cast of vocalists.
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Dogs in a Pile Concert for Animal Shelter
7-9:30 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — $24-27 — Experience a night of eclectic music and community spirit while helping local animals in need.
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G-Eazy Helium Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — All ages — Catch G-Eazy and special guests Marc E. Bassy and Goody Grace for an unforgettable night of hip-hop and pop performances.
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Ricky Montgomery – The Tiny Tour
7-11 p.m. — Town Ballroom — VIP options available — Experience an intimate night with Ricky Montgomery featuring Sean Solomon, perfect for fans aged 16 and up.
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Dial M for Murder
7:30-9 p.m. — Shea's 710 Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling adaptation of a classic murder mystery filled with suspense and deception.
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Bright Eyes Concert
7:45-9:30 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — $68 — Last-minute tickets available for the renowned indie band Bright Eyes in a lively Buffalo venue.
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Max Muscato Concert
6-10:30 p.m. — The Caz — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying show from American singer-songwriter Max Muscato.
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A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
9:00 AM – 2:30 PM — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the life and music of the legendary Neil Diamond in this vibrant new production.
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