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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.

CRIME NEWS

  • A federal judge in Buffalo rejected Payton Gendron’s request on Tuesday to remove the death penalty from his federal trial—he was convicted in state court for killing 10 Black people at the Tops supermarket on May 14.  ABC 7
  • A federal judge denied Payton Gendron's motion to remove the death penalty option in his federal case for the racist mass shooting at Tops on Jefferson Avenue in Buffalo—finding no evidence that the grand jury was misused by prosecutors.  WGRZ

CULTURE NEWS

  • Buffalo’s Larkin Square has announced its 2025 summer schedule for KeyBank Live and Food Truck Tuesday events. KeyBank Live will run from June 4 through August 27 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.—featuring popular bands and a special ticketed concert on August 6—and Food Truck Tuesday will take place every Tuesday from June 3 to August 26 with about 20 trucks serving a range of options.  Buffalo Rising
  • Buffalo residents celebrated the 19th annual Dyngus Day parade on Monday — the day after Easter — with water guns, pussy willows and pierogis despite rain. Corpus Christi Church on Sears Street offered food and family activities while parade floats splashed water and handed out candy.  ABC 7
  • The Junior League of Buffalo is renovating the George Urban Mansion—built in 1869—to host its Decorators’ Show House from April 26 to May 18. The historic home, known for launching Grover Cleveland’s presidential bid, will be for sale after the event.  WBEN
  • On Monday after Easter, Buffalo residents celebrated Smigus Dyngus with a parade near Broadway Market — water guns and pussy willows splashed participants while floats tossed Cheerios boxes and Polish sausage — and local venues hosted Polka concerts with traditional Polish food. The event honored a centuries-old tradition and drew large crowds throughout the city.  The Spectrum

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Town of Tonawanda is asking the state for $26 million to upgrade its water supply for local industry along the River Road Industrial Corridor+ town officials say new raw water infrastructure will help boost economic growth and attract new manufacturers.  WGRZ
  • Buffalo officials will hold two public hearings for residents to voice budget feedback; one will take place on April 28 at 5 p.m. at the Central Library and another on April 29 at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall’s council chambers, while future budget workshops and a public hearing in June will offer additional opportunities before the council adopts the proposal by May 26 — the Comptroller must file the budget analysis by May 10.  WGRZ

SPORTS NEWS

  • Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon honored UB Women’s Basketball at City Hall on April 21 by declaring it UB Women’s Basketball Day, after the team set a new record with 30 wins and won its first WNIT Championship on April 5 — three senior players were also recognized at the event.  The Spectrum

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • A Night of Latin Jazz with Guabaza

    7-8 p.m. — 19 Wadsworth St, Buffalo, NY — $15-$25 reserved seats — Experience an electrifying fusion of jazz, Afro-Caribbean rhythms, and blues.

    Thu, 4/24/25

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  • International Aviation Snow Symposium

    April 25–30 — Buffalo Convention Center — Visit for insights into aviation in snowy conditions and innovative practices.

    Fri, 4/25/25

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  • Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

    10 AM – 5 PM — Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tonawanda — Cost info not provided — Create your own vibrant and unique traditional mosaic lamp in this fun workshop.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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  • Battle At The Powerhouse - Pokemon Tournament

    10 AM – 5 PM — The Powerhouse by The Rich Entertainment Group — Entry details to be announced — Experience WNY's largest Pokemon TCG tournament along with a variety of vendors and collectibles.

    Sun, 4/27/25

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  • The Bouncing Souls Live

    6-9 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 12+, Minors must be accompanied by a parent — Experience an energetic night with The Bouncing Souls and special guests.

    Tue, 4/29/25

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  • Jon Anderson Live

    7:30-10:30 p.m. — Riviera Theatre — Ticket details available on-site — Experience YES epics and the band's new album 'TRUE'.

    Wed, 4/30/25

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  • Michigan Rattlers Concert

    7-9:30 p.m. — Rec Room — Buy tickets — Enjoy a night of live music with the Michigan Rattlers in Buffalo.

    Thu, 5/1/25

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  • Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra: Ron Spigelman - Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark

    7:30-11:30 p.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — Tickets from $53 — Experience the iconic film score live as the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra performs with Raiders of the Lost Ark.

    Fri, 5/2/25

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  • BB's Bingo Sto Lat

    6 PM — Sto Lat Bar & Restaurant — Free entry — Experience a redefined bingo night that's perfectly different and enjoyable.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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  • Jesse Cook Concert

    7-9:30 p.m. — Electric City — Last-minute ticket pricing available — Experience the rhythms of Jesse Cook live in Buffalo.

    Sun, 5/4/25

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