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Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Niagara Amusement Park and Splash World at Fantasy Island in Grand Island is set to open May 23, but a broken website and no job postings are sparking concern among local officials who rely on the park's boost to community business. ABC 7
- ➤ Families can enjoy indoor mini disco golf benefiting Variety Club WNY on Sunday, April 26 from 1pm to 5pm at 6114 Broadway in Lancaster (tickets start at $25 for a family of four). Food, beverages, and raffles will be available to raise funds for children in need. WGRZ
- ➤ Yesterday morning at an ARCO gas station, community advocates gathered to call for financial relief as rising gas and auto insurance costs put pressure on families in Buffalo. Dr. James A. Lewis III urged Governor Hochul to act to ease the burden on local households. WBFO
- ➤ The Buffalo Zoo announced that 18-year-old Amur tiger Zhanna, who came from the Bronx in 2019 and lived longer than expected, was humanely euthanized after showing signs of declining health—a necropsy will be conducted to determine her condition. ABC 7
- ➤ The BBB of Upstate New York warns Sabres fans to watch out for online ticket scams during the playoff season today in Buffalo and advises buyers to use trusted websites and look for red flags (such as unusually low prices) before making a purchase. WGRZ
- ➤ Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is more than halfway through its expansion—adding over 90,000 sqft of outdoor space as the new building takes shape. Weight Watchers will open at The Willow Room in Lockport Tuesday, Apr. 28, and nominations for Business Ethics Awards close May 1. WBEN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Walmart will remodel 24 stores statewide this year (including locations in Niagara Falls, North Tonawanda, Olean, Hamburg, Lancaster, and Cheektowaga) to upgrade layouts, technology, and services for a faster shopping experience. WGRZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In 2025, the Buffalo Niagara region added jobs at the fastest rate in the nation for the first time in four years, signaling a strong local workforce — evidence of an economic boost. The Buffalo News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Sabres are in the playoffs, ending 15 years of long winter for fans — local hockey excitement builds as the team prepares for upcoming games. The Buffalo News
- ➤ The Buffalo Sabres released the TV & radio schedule for their first-round series against the Boston Bruins, with Game 1 tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. at KeyBank Center. Fans can also join Party in the Plaza or a Canalside watch party, with festivities starting a few hours before the games. WGRZ
- ➤ Crews in Orchard Park are installing signage on the new Bills stadium as they work on finishing details, and officials say it will be 99 percent complete by June — while CollectibleXchange sells memorabilia from the old Highmark Stadium. WGRZ
- ➤ Buffalo’s Canalside will host FIFA World Cup 2026 watch parties in June for USA matches against Paraguay, Australia, and Turkey — fans can enjoy a giant video board, food trucks, live DJ, and giveaways in a family-friendly atmosphere. WGRZ
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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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ATLiens Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Town Ballroom — Ages 18+ — Experience the mysterious electronic duo ATLiens with immersive visuals and storytelling.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
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