Daily
Buffalo
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sunday Social will bring music, food, and family fun to Canalside this summer with events scheduled for June 7, July 5, and August 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local vendors may apply to join activities including live performances and wellness stations. ABC 7
- ➤ The Diocese of Buffalo announced on Tuesday that former Bishop Henry Mansell died at 88. He led the diocese from 1995 to 2003 before serving as Archbishop of Hartford, and a funeral Mass will be held later at St. Joseph Cathedral. WBFO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Sabres' return to the playoffs has revived Tommy Calandra’s 1975 anthem that once rallied fans. Local fan Mike Calandra said hearing the familiar tune on the radio was a special way to share the team’s rich history with his son. WGRZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local community organizations will share nearly $1 million from DEC grants to support environmental justice projects that include urban agriculture, weatherization upgrades and habitat restoration + recipients include Clean Air Coalition, Fillmore Forward, Massachusetts Avenue Project, North Tonawanda Botanical Garden and Providence Farm Collective. WBFO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Over the weekend, Bulls track and field put on a strong show at the UB Alumni Invitational, winning 18 events with standout marks from Gemma Galligani (who set a new personal best in hurdles) and freshman Malachi Taylor as the team prepares for the Penn Relays on April 23. The Spectrum
- ➤ Buffalo’s men's tennis team clinched back-to-back MAC titles with a 4-0 win over the NI Salukis at the Miller Tennis Center in Amherst on Sunday, marking the program's first consecutive championship run. The Spectrum
- ➤ Bills quarterback Josh Allen said fatherhood has changed his perspective on work and home. The star, who welcomed his baby girl with wife Hailee Steinfeld on April 2, said his renewed outlook is a blessing that boosts his performance both on and off the field. WGRZ
- ➤ The Sabres will try to take a 2-0 series lead tonight as coach Lindy Ruff said the team will focus on stopping the series from being tied with Boston. The game is set to play a key role in shifting momentum for the team. WGRZ
- ➤ Announced last month, UB and Broadview Federal Credit Union signed the largest MAC partnership—a 15-year deal valued at $31.75 million that grants naming rights for Broadview Stadium and Arena and funds new scholarships and a student emergency fund for campus programs. The Spectrum
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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.
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Lily Rose Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — VIP Add-Ons available — Experience the I Know What I Want Tour 2026 with Lily Rose.
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One-Night Event with Kevin and Kathi Zadai
3-10 p.m. — Buffalo Marriott Niagara — Free entry — An inspiring event featuring fellowship and teaching sessions.
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The Afghan Whigs 40th Anniversary Tour
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 12+ requiring ID — Celebrate 40 years of The Afghan Whigs with their unique sound and special features from Mercury Rev.
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