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Buffalo
Monday, April 7th, 2025
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, May 17, the East Side Bike Club will host the Buffalo Solidarity Ride—meeting at 9:15 a.m. at the MLK Park statue and riding at 10 a.m. to honor those affected by the 5/14 Tops attack; many local bike groups will join the event to show that Buffalo stands against hate. Buffalo Rising
- ➤ Community members gathered at The Stage on Main Street to honor 7-year-old Noah Whitmore after he died in a car accident in March — his family raised over $45,000 in donations and plans to form a foundation to preserve his memory — showing how neighbors came together in a time of loss. ABC 7
- ➤ Thirty-five Western New York veterans returned home Sunday night at Buffalo Niagara International Airport after an Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. They visited memorials for World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War and were welcomed by family, friends and community volunteers as part of the flight organized by Buffalo-Niagara Honor Flight and sponsored by M&T Bank and the Buffalo Bills Foundation. ABC 7
- ➤ Union members rallied Saturday outside the Buffalo AKG Art Museum during a fundraiser to protest layoffs that cut Visitor Experience staff from 41 to 14—claiming the museum targeted unionized workers—while officials said the layoffs were an operational decision and offered severance packages. WGRZ
- ➤ Lockport is seeing a revival as the restored Palace Theatre now hosts local shows—while the old post office, a landmark built in 1904 that is listed on the National Register, now houses Big Ditch Brewing Company which opened last month and attracts locals. The renewed focus on preserving history is helping bring back downtown spirit. The Buffalo News
- ➤ Rin Suphankomut, owner of Rin Thai Bistro, has launched an Earthquake Relief fundraiser to aid those affected by a 7.7 earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand—15% of his restaurant sale proceeds will support rescue efforts and provide caskets for proper funerals. The sale ends Saturday, April 12 and the fundraiser is set up with a GoFundMe page to help those in urgent need. Buffalo Rising
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Developer Douglas Jemal and Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa are at odds over the Boulevard Mall redevelopment as Jemal said the town stopped its plan to take the entire site by eminent domain because it lacks funds while Kulpa said the process is on hold until all agreements and money are ready—leaving the mall’s future unclear. Jemal wants to refill the empty mall and push his own plan, but Kulpa insists the town must protect its money before moving forward. The Buffalo News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On March 21, a court ruled that Leon Martin III can get redacted records of his hospital roommate after he caught Covid at Buffalo General. His lawyer said the redacted records—showing when the roommate tested positive—will help prove the hospital made a mistake during Martin’s stay. The Buffalo News
- ➤ Suneel Ram, a 28-year-old from Williamsville living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, relies on daily physical and occupational therapies — including weekly medication infusions and 40 pills—to manage his condition while taking a Japanese class at UB and exploring spirituality and animation. His mother, Dr. Neera Gulati, uses lessons from research and nonprofit work to care for him and hopes that ongoing advances will further improve his quality of life. The Buffalo News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team rallied from a 10-point halftime deficit to beat Troy 88-84 Saturday evening at Alumni Arena for the WNIT championship—Chellia Watson led with 23 points as Jordyn Beaty added key scoring in the second half. WGRZ
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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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Dancing with the Stars Live!
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — $59.50 - $125.00 — Experience the elegance and excitement of live dance performances.
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The Slackers Concert
8-11 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — $43 general admission — Catch The Slackers live for a night of unforgettable music in Buffalo.
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Joan Osborne Sings the Songs of Bob Dylan
7:30-9 p.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — $ — Experience Joan Osborne's powerful rendition of Bob Dylan's timeless songs in a dynamic live performance.
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Awaken - The Music Of Yes
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Riviera Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the most authentic live performances of Yes music since 2018, meticulously crafted for fans.
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Milkie’s 2nd Annual Pre-Dyngus Day!
9-11 p.m. — Milkie's — Enjoy the festive atmosphere with live music featuring three bands and plenty of accordions.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Naval Ravikant
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