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Buffalo
Monday, May 11th, 2026
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Armor-IIMAK will wind down operations at its plant on Commerce Dr. in Amherst over the next year and will complete the phaseout by the end of next April (April 2027). WGRZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The People of Hope traveling exhibit visited Western New York on Sunday + it explained how people can help combat poverty. WGRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today at 5:00 p.m. during the 154th SUNY Commencement, Bobbie Chase receives an honorary degree — Rebekah Williams delivers the commencement address for Master’s and Advanced Graduate Certificates, honoring their achievements in publishing and community work in Buffalo. Buffalo State University
- ➤ Canisius University is launching a four-year full-tuition scholarship for students whose home ZIP code starts with (142) to make higher education more affordable in the local community. Canisius University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Sabres will play Game 3 against Montreal at Bell Centre on Sunday at 7 p.m.- they aim for their second win and to extend their strong road playoff streak, bolstering goalie Alex Lyon’s record. WGRZ
- ➤ Local Canadians are split over their support during the playoffs as some cheer the Sabres & others back the Montreal Canadiens in the second round, showing a friendly rivalry that captures the community's hockey spirit. WGRZ
- ➤ On Sunday night, the Montreal Canadiens beat the Sabres 6-2 to take a 2-1 series lead — Alex Newhook scored twice while Buffalo suffered its first postseason road loss; Game 4 is set for Tuesday in Montreal. WBFO
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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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Dance Gavin Dance Concert
5:30-8 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying night with Dance Gavin Dance and support from The Fall Of Troy, Wolf & Bear, and NOVELISTS.
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Ultimate Pink Floyd Experience
4-7 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the magic of Pink Floyd's iconic sound in a classic rock setting.
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