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Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Eight months after a quiet ownership transition, Rock Burger is making portfolio changes to prepare for future growth under new ownership by partners Brandon Markant and Derrick Ferraro—B&D Rock Enterprises. The partners, who finalized a deal with founder Jason Lizardo last summer, operate locations at 502 Elmwood Ave in Buffalo and 2810 Union Road in Cheektowaga—efforts expected to boost the brand's growth. WGRZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Payton Gendron, the racist Tops mass shooter who killed ten people nearly three years ago, appeared in a federal court in Buffalo Thursday as his death penalty trial moves forward (jury selection will begin in January) after the judge denied a full-year delay the defense requested. ABC 7
- ➤ Matthew Glass, a 25-year-old from Georgia, was sentenced on Thursday morning in Niagara Falls to 41 years to life in prison for fatally shooting 48-year-old Robert Miller in October 2023 while the victim sat in his car (he was convicted of second-degree murder) (Niagara County prosecutors handled the case). ABC 7
- ➤ Charles Dobucki — a property owner with multiple neglect warrants and housing court citations — was arrested Thursday by Buffalo Police at an auto shop on Delaware Avenue in North Buffalo on charges that include three housing court warrants and false impersonation. WBEN
- ➤ A Buffalo teen, Jakai Lofton, 19, was found guilty of murder and weapon possession for a fatal shooting on Shirley Avenue in a 2023 case — he will be sentenced in May and can get up to 40 years to life in jail. WGRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Villa Maria College recorded its highest enrollment ever when it opened the $3 million Scott Bieler Center for Academic Excellence on April 2—transforming a 20,000-square-foot space in the main building into a hub for study and support. The college now has 615 students with its largest class of 280, and officials said the new center will help students succeed and feel more connected. The Buffalo News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ James Reimer made 33 saves in a 3-0 win over Carolina on Tuesday night, earning his first shutout of the season and his 31st overall. Tage Thompson, Alex Tuch and JJ Peterka scored while the win marked the Sabres' five-game streak — the Hurricanes dropped their third straight defeat. WGRZ
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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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Easter Brunch Celebration
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — 500 Pearl — Check for pricing — Celebrate Easter with a delicious brunch filled with tasty treats and good company.
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Dyngus Day Celebration 2025
12-10 p.m. — Sto Lat Bar & Restaurant — Free entry — Celebrate Polish culture with delicious food, drinks, and community festivities.
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SciNight: Mossome Mosses
Mini guided walk — Tifft Nature Preserve — Free entry — Explore the fascinating world of mosses on this Earth Day adventure.
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