Good morning, Buffalo.

Retired Buffalo Homicide Chief Charles Fieramusca, known for decades of devoted service, died on March 27 at 82; a Mass will be held Wednesday morning at St. John the Baptist Church (1085 Englewood Ave, Tonawanda), with visitations Tuesday from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Amherst.

SUNY Fredonia student Lucas West will advance to NBC's The Voice semi-final after performing Billy Joel's New York State of Mind, a moment that brings local talent into the spotlight.

Buffalo is set to host a Dyngus Day countdown event to celebrate local Polish culture + community spirit, with details on timing and location to be shared soon.

Buffalo's east side will host the 20th Annual Dyngus Day Parade (the largest celebration of local Polish culture) a week from today, with Dyngus Day USA president Eddy Dobosiewicz sharing insights on the event.

Downtown Market Arcade Cinemas in the Theatre District will open later this month after a full renovation by Scene One Entertainment.

The eight-screen complex, now rebranded as Scene One Market Arcade, will feature new seats, a digital projection system, and worker training starting this week.

Drivers in our area were paying nearly $4 a gallon at several WNY stations, with the Buffalo average reaching $3.94 on Monday.

The price jump came as seasonal travel and the ongoing war in Iran put added pressure on gas prices + consumer budgets.

Buffalo State’s International Professional Development Partnerships program will travel to Chile from April 2-12 with a cohort of nine that now includes school administrators for the first time.

The group will visit schools + participate in cultural and academic exchanges to enhance global teaching practices.

Buffalo State will honor theater actor McKinley Henderson with an honorary degree for his award-winning Broadway and off-Broadway career.

The campus also presents Pipeline, a student co-produced play running April 15–19 in the Flexible Theatre.

U.S. Rep. Tim Kennedy secured $1.03 million in federal funding for UB’s Center of Excellence for Cross-Border Supply Chains (designed to help local businesses improve trade with Canada) yesterday.

The center will soon support student opportunities and boost local economic growth through faculty-led, student-assisted teams.

The Buffalo Sabres remain in a tight playoff race as NHL standings show small shifts that keep postseason hopes alive; local fans watch closely for further moves in the season+ anticipating more updates soon.

At the NFL's Annual Meetings in Phoenix, Bills president Brandon Beane updated the media on his team's offseason plans, noting QB Josh Allen is on track for April workouts and tight end Dalton Kincaid’s fifth-year option keeps him in Buffalo while trade options remain under review.

Buffalo News sports reporter Jay Skurski will speak about the Bills and NFL draft on Saturday at Brighton Place Library, 999 Brighton Road in the Town of Tonawanda.

At NFL meetings in Phoenix, Bills GM Brandon Beane discussed the DJ Moore trade and updates on Josh Allen and Dalton Kincaid, who is recovering from a lingering knee injury — Allen is expected to join voluntary workouts in April as he recovers from a foot injury.

Jarv & RDGLDGRN Live Concert

7-10 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — $44-$88 — Experience high-energy performances by Jarv and RDGLDGRN at this local favorite venue.

Jigitz Live in Buffalo

8-9:30 p.m. — Electric City — Tickets from $54 — Jigitz promises an unforgettable live performance in Buffalo.

MFA Dance Thesis Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — UB CFA Gallery — Ticket prices vary — Experience innovative dance performances from MFA candidates at UB Center for the Arts.

Jazz Appreciation Night featuring Jay Sharptet

6-8 p.m. — The Buffalo History Museum — $37 includes a drink — Celebrate the legacy of jazz with live performances by Jay Sharptet in a beautiful historic venue.

The Runarounds Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Electric City — $73 — Experience a night of energetic music with The Runarounds in Buffalo.

Jesus Christ Superstar

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Shea's 710 Theatre — Tickets from $110 — Experience the unforgettable live performance of a classic musical in Buffalo.

Sue Foley Live at Sportsmen's Tavern

8-11 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — $30 General Admission, $80 VIP Meet & Greet — Experience the high energy Texas blues of Grammy nominee Sue Foley and her band.

YES Lego Club

6:00-7:15 p.m. — Reinstein Memorial Library — Free entry — Kids can unleash their creativity by building with Legos provided by the library for display.

Carly Cosgrove Live Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Mohawk Place Buffalo — $10-$15 — Experience the DIY sounds of Carly Cosgrove with vulnerable lyrics and intricate guitar work.

Dallas Stars vs Buffalo Sabres

3-6 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Tickets available — Watch an exciting NHL matchup as the Dallas Stars take on the Buffalo Sabres.