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Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo waterfront officials are preparing spring and summer events to boost community engagement. Details on dates and venues will be shared soon + check local updates. WGRZ
- ➤ Food Truck Thursdays kicked off in Niagara Square on May 7 with 29 vendors serving local food from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each Thursday until Oct. 15 — a celebration that energizes downtown and supports local businesses. ABC 7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Two Buffalo State alumni were honored by Buffalo Business First on its 2026 30 Under 30 list for their contributions to local business and the community. Celine De La Cruz, an HR manager at Samco Technologies, and Fatima El Abed, a senior manager at West Side Community Services, received the honor. Buffalo State University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Congressman Tim Kennedy and Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz supported three bills aimed at improving cancer care — including enhanced screening, survivorship care, and genetic testing access — at the Roswell Community Outreach and Engagement Center on Thursday afternoon in Buffalo. WBFO
- ➤ The Mind Over Foundation brings runners, walkers (and cyclists) to Delaware Park for a 24-hour event promoting mental health awareness and community connection. Locals can join to support mental wellness during the event. WGRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Sabres built a 1-0 series lead over the Canadiens after a 4-2 win on Wednesday night, moving ahead in their second round series. Paul Hamilton provided game highlights on WGR. WBEN
- ➤ WWE Monday Night Raw will return to KeyBank Center on August 17 with tickets on sale Friday, May 15 at 10 a.m.—featuring superstars including CM Punk and Becky Lynch—giving locals an exciting preview. ABC 7
- ➤ Rasmus Dahlin, captain of the Sabres, has been named a finalist for the Norris Trophy (the NHL's award for best defenseman). He became the team's second finalist after leading defensemen in points and guiding the team to its first playoff appearance since 2011. WGRZ
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Kasablanca Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Last-minute tickets available — Experience an electrifying performance by Kasablanca in the heart of Buffalo.
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Buckethead Concert
8-11 p.m. — Babeville — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique sound of Buckethead, the masked guitar virtuoso.
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Among the Music: A Candlelit Experience
6 PM — Kleinhans Music Hall — $100 — Immerse yourself in an intimate music performance by BPO musicians surrounded by candlelight.
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PURE GLITTER Live Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — Tickets from $86 — Don't miss the unforgettable experience of Pure Glitter in Buffalo.
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GROSH Video Release at Sportsmen’s Tavern
8-11 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — $12 online + $20 at the door — Celebrate the release of GROSH's new video with an evening of music and fun.
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In Flames Concert with Meet & Greet
7:00 PM - 11:59 PM — Town Ballroom — VIP packages available — Experience an electrifying performance by In Flames and exclusive meet & greet opportunities.
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Eagle Rock Gospel Singers Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — Tickets available — Experience the uplifting sound of a Los Angeles gospel/Americana band.
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57th Annual Conference on African Linguistics (ACAL 57)
May 20-22 — University at Buffalo (North Campus) — Registration required — Engage with leading scholars on diverse topics in African linguistics.
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Songwriters Night at Nietzsche's
7-10:30 p.m. — Nietzsche's — $15 Cover — Experience an evening of captivating performances by four talented songwriters from diverse musical backgrounds.
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Highly Suspect Concert
7-8 p.m. — Electric City — $63-$168 — Experience the electrifying sounds of Highly Suspect in an intimate Buffalo venue.
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