Good morning, Buffalo.

On Thursday, Buffalo and Erie County officials opened an inclusive playground at Cazenovia Park in South Buffalo to offer a safe play space for children of all abilities— the $850,000 project was funded by American Rescue Plan funds and local contributions.

Town of Tonawanda police said mail was stolen outside the Hiler Branch post office, with checks washed & cashed, and they urged residents to drop off mail inside to keep it safe.

East Aurora’s annual Heart of Music Festival is set for June 7 from 1 to 9 p.m. despite new rules that limit tickets to 7,000 and adjust closing times—village officials secured extra support from police and fire departments to keep the event safe.

On June 14, The Beaches will headline Rockin' 2025 at Buffalo AKG Art Museum with special guests The Trews and Hollerado frontman Menno Versteeg — tickets cost $50 with early pre-sale for AKG members on April 28 and public sale on April 29.

Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz said he found discrepancies in Buffalo’s $622 million budget proposed by Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon, noting some revenues are overestimated and others under-budgeted due to reliance on a $26.5 million parking ramp sale that requires state approval + city comptroller and state senator have also raised similar concerns while Scanlon’s office said a statement will be released on Saturday.

Acting Mayor Scanlon’s campaign asked the State Board of Elections for a formal opinion on whether Senator Ryan’s campaign exceeded the $5,144 contribution limit for the June primary — Scanlon’s team cited about 60 donors giving more than $400,000 while Ryan maintained his campaign follows the law.

Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz warned Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon and local officials that Buffalo’s proposed 2025-2026 fiscal budget may fall short because expected revenues from the city-owned parking ramp sale and a 3% hotel occupancy tax depend on state approval and could be delayed. He also noted that relying on $11 million from the Seneca Nation’s downtown Buffalo Creek Casino is risky and urged a public release of the parking ramp valuation report—details he shared in a letter obtained by BTPM NPR.

The National Cancer Institute studied cancer data from 2001 to 2022 and found that overall deaths are down while some groups, like young adults and men with rising skin cancer cases, need more help — Dr. Michael Wong said better screenings and anti-smoking steps helped lower death rates and urged people to keep up with checks.

Pyramid Brokerage Co. of Buffalo has been hired to market the Weinberg Campus in Amherst, a nearly 69-acre senior living community with about 500,000 square feet of buildings and improvements, as Weinberg and its subsidiaries work to raise funds to pay off nearly $35 million in debt. Amherst Town Supervisor Brian Kulpa said the town is ready to explore redevelopment options—whether for senior living, housing, or subdivision—and hopes the sale will move quickly before Pyramid's contract ends on Nov. 30.

After trading up 15 spots in the second round on Friday night, the Bills picked T.J.

Sanders, a 6-foot-4 inside pass rusher known for his quick feet—he will add speed to their interior defense as planned.

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.

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'.

Michigan Rattlers Concert

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

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.

BB's Bingo Sto Lat

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

Jesse Cook Concert

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

The Pretty Reckless Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Electric City — $48 — Catch The Pretty Reckless live for a night of rocking music and great vibes.

Naruto - The Symphonic Experience

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live symphonic performance that brings the beloved scenes of Naruto to life.

Alley Kats vs Devil Dollies Game 9

7-9 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — Ticket sales close at 2 p.m. on game day — It's a thrilling rematch of the Alley Kats taking on the Devil Dollies in Game 9 of the 2025 Season!

Spring World’s Largest Yard Sale 2025

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Hamburg Fairgrounds — $5 admission, kids free — Discover treasures from over 200 local vendors at this beloved WNY event.