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Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, NewsRadio 930 WBEN's Joe Beamer show covered Mayor Sean Ryan’s budget explanation and council reaction, noted New York State easing some climate goals, and previewed the Sabres’ playoff run with former Sabre (Andrew Peters). WBEN
- ➤ With warmer weather, residents are starting garden projects and National Fuel advises calling 811 so utility companies mark underground lines properly, helping prevent accidents and service interruptions. Check udigNY.org for details before beginning any digging work. WGRZ
- ➤ Buffalo's 13th Annual Cherry Blossom Festival will take place on April 25-26 at the Buffalo History Museum and Japanese Garden with activities like bonsai lessons, origami demonstrations, live music and food trucks; free parking is provided for those with accessibility needs. WGRZ
- ➤ Scene One Market Arcade theater on Main Street will reopen next Wednesday, April 22—showing Bruce Almighty and The Natural after its early-year closure. Meanwhile, Western New York’s second Shake Shack has opened in Clarence and Jewish Family Services received a $4.8 million grant to start a mental health intervention team. WBEN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo will celebrate 50 years of its Juneteenth Festival this year with a parade expected to feature over 5,000 participants marching a mile from Genesee Street to Urban and Fillmore, with additional events at MLK Jr. Park on June 13 and 14. WGRZ
- ➤ The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens expansion is 55% complete and will add ADA-accessible entrances, a bus drop-off loop, new classrooms & an event space called The Canopy early 2027. WGRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three UB undergraduates have been named 2026 Barry Goldwater Scholars for their STEM research and plans to study for a PhD. The honor highlights promising talent in science and boosts Buffalo’s academic profile. The Buffalo News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fire leaders in Orchard Park urged the state legislature to pass a bill allowing a stipend of up to $12,000 a year for volunteer firefighters amid a 40% drop in numbers that forced some departments to close — they warned more closures could follow if no action is taken. ABC 7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local restaurants will share part of their sales on April 30 during Dining Out For Life, a campaign designed to help fund HIV services & prevention efforts in the community. WGRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Sabre player Craig Muni shared his excitement over past playoff moments in a local interview. He said key games energized the team & fans during the playoffs. WGRZ
- ➤ The Sabres will face the Bruins in game one of their first playoff series since 2011 at KeyBank Center on Sunday, April 19. Fans may join a Sabrehood Block Party at Ticketmaster Alumni Plaza three hours before the game and a watch party at Canalside two hours before tip. WGRZ
- ➤ Officials warn fans to be cautious about bogus Sabres playoff ticket listings online + buyers should verify offers via official channels as the playoffs approach. WGRZ
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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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The Jazz Lounge at The Rendezvous Room
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Statler Buffalo — $20 — Experience live jazz with crafted cocktails in a sophisticated, vintage setting.
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