Daily
Buffalo
Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sully's Chowder House, a New England seafood restaurant, is set to open in the former William K’s at Erie Basin Marina at Harbor Walk Buffalo on May 22 at 5 p.m. — Owner Jason Davidson said the venue will welcome walk-ins, offering fresh seafood and live music for summer. ABC 7
- ➤ Construction on the new Highmark Stadium has exceeded the 30% goal for awarding contracts to minority and women-owned firms, state leaders and project partners announced Tuesday in Orchard Park. The milestone has resulted in over $490 million in contracts and created opportunities for nearly 140 local MWBE firms. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site and Buffalo Choral Arts Society hosted Music and Memory Tuesday to mark the 125th anniversary of the Pan Am Expo. The event — held yesterday at the historic venue — celebrated a notable chapter in local history. WGRZ
- ➤ Buffalo Naval Park will open new tour spaces on the USS Little Rock in June, after National Grid volunteers installed heavy transformers and restored wiring (making the historic ship easier to explore). WGRZ
- ➤ Canadian rock band Arkells will perform with The Maine at Outer Harbor at Terminal B on August 15 at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale May 22 at 10 a.m. WGRZ
- ➤ The Smithsonian Institution partnered with the Buffalo AKG Art Museum for a discussion on the role of mother figures in guiding civic leadership and community life. The event showcased Buffalo-based insights on how these influential figures strengthen local bonds. WGRZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Niagara International Airport will receive $8.7 million in federal funding via an FAA grant to support planned improvements at the facility. WGRZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Buffalo’s East Side, Our Mommie Village has supported mothers with prenatal care, doula services, and wellness programs for mothers of color since January 2025. Founder Shyana Broughton said the center is designed to boost community health and address the high maternal risks faced by Black women. ABC 7
- ➤ ECMC unveiled a state-of-the-art lab automation system today that cuts blood & urine testing times by 20% and handles nearly 2,500 daily samples to improve patient care. ABC 7
- ➤ ECMC earned national hospital accreditation after being recognized for its commitment to safe and quality care for patients, underscoring its ongoing mission to meet high standards. WGRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dan and Matt Murray will run the Buffalo Marathon this Sunday to raise awareness for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, with Dan pushing Matt in a new race chair that helps fine-tune their course navigation — the race starts at 6:30 a.m. on Delaware Avenue and Huron Street. ABC 7
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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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Gnocchi, Pasta & Risotto Cooking Class
6-9 p.m. — Artisan Culinary Loft — $115 — Learn to make classic Italian dishes including gnocchi, cavatelli, and risotto in this immersive cooking class.
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Lespecial Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — Tickets available — Experience an engaging night of music with Lespecial in a lively venue.
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Cumulus Digital Edge: AI Networking Lunch
12-2 p.m. & 3-5 p.m. — Electric City — Free entry — Explore AI's impact on business while networking with local leaders.
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Cocktails for a Cause
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Meet & Eat Charcuterie — General admission includes a complimentary drink — Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while supporting local school field trips.
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John Papa Gros Band Performance
7-10 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 12+ — Experience the vibrant sounds of New Orleans with funk and R&B from the John Papa Gros Band and The Brass Machine.
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Mariah The Scientist Concert
7-11 p.m. — Terminal B — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful performance of Mariah The Scientist live in Buffalo.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Edmund Hillary
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