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Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fatimah Abdul Roshid held a gathering at a community center in Genesee Moselle and is asking locals to help reunite her family by bringing over her three older sons from Malaysia and to secure resources for their needs. The family also seeks a memorial for late Alam (a devoted father and husband whose loss has deeply affected them) to honor his memory. WBFO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Resurgence Brewing owner Jeff Ware said downtown will likely see increased business over the next two months as the Sabres return to the playoffs, potentially boosting local shops & restaurants. WBEN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Other Half’s DJ Railey is preparing to share his insights on Sabres fans and team performance on WBEN Extras today, offering fresh podcast content & local game-day excitement for listeners. WBEN
- ➤ Market Arcade Theater will reopen next week as Scene One Entertainment to bring a fresh entertainment experience to local visitors. The venue is expected to welcome community members with updated programming at its reopening. WGRZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ United Steelworkers are watching developments at the former Sumitomo plant in Tonawanda after Taiwan-based Hwa Fong Rubber purchased the factory along Sheridan and River Roads, planning to create an industrial park that will yield about 200 jobs. The union hopes to restore tire making opportunities for affected workers. WBFO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Erie County kicked off the Week of the Young Child observance at West Seneca Library — a series of daily events focused on early learning and developmental screenings — with activities running through April 17. WBFO
- ➤ State testing has begun, and education expert Tim O'Shei (Education Revolution Association) offered practical tips to help parents spot stress in students and manage test anxiety; he noted that classroom demands contribute to pressure as exam opt-outs continue to spark debate. WGRZ
- ➤ UB students are competing today in the 26th annual Panasci Competition at UB’s Center for the Arts, where six finalist teams pitch projects — from dried fruit snacks to a life-saving ventilator — for $75,000 in seed money and business support — blending engineering with entrepreneurship. WBFO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A $900,000 project upgraded the Buffalo Blueway site in West Seneca along the Buffalo River on Harlem Road on Tuesday, April 14. The improvements—like an ADA-accessible paddle launch dock, new seating and parking, and walking paths—are designed to enhance outdoor access for everyone. WBFO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WGR's Sal Capaccio shared early hints on the upcoming 2026 Bills schedule during his recent segment; local fans can look forward to learning more about possible matchups and dates as details are revealed. WBEN
- ➤ The Sabres clinched the Atlantic Division title with a 5-1 win against Chicago on Monday, Apr. 14, marking their first division crown since 2009-10. They will host Dallas on Wednesday in their regular-season finale and prepare for a first-round playoff opponent. WBFO
- ➤ The Buffalo Sabres will face the Boston Bruins & renew their rivalry in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Their last meeting on March 25 at KeyBank Center ended with a 4-3 overtime win for Boston. WBEN
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Ghost Brothers of Darkland County
7:30 PM – 10:30 PM — Road Less Traveled Productions — Tickets available — A thrilling musical experience with a rock score by John Mellencamp and a story by Stephen King.
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Classic Rock by The River
4-11 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of timeless classics performed by top local tribute bands including American Doors and Gypsy Queen.
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Hail The Sun with Foxy Shazam, Makari, and Resilia
6:30-10 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of electrifying performances from Hail The Sun and special guests.
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Field Medic Concert
8-11 p.m. — Babeville — $ — Experience the freak folk sounds of Field Medic with special guest Euphoria Again.
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King Falcon Concert
7-10 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — $10 entry — Experience the hard rock sounds of Little Liar inspired by legendary bands.
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Lloyd Cole Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 12+, ID required — Experience the melodic sounds of Lloyd Cole live in concert.
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Pigeons Playing Ping Pong 2026 Tour
6-9 p.m. — Town Ballroom — VIP Packages available — Experience the high-energy sounds of Pigeons Playing Ping Pong and special guests live in Buffalo.
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Peter Case Live
8-11 p.m. — Babeville — Cost not specified — Enjoy an evening with American singer-songwriter Peter Case from Buffalo with special guest Zack Keim.
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John Pizzarelli Trio Performance
3-6 p.m. — Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra — Tickets available — Experience Grammy Award-winning John Pizzarelli as he reinvigorates the Great American Songbook with warmth and wit.
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Hippie Sabotage Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Electric City — Ticket prices range from $65 to $204 — Experience an electrifying night with Hippie Sabotage in Buffalo.
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