Good morning, Buffalo.

Buffalo firefighters rescued a deer trapped in the water near the USS Croaker between the vessel and the Naval Park walkway (2 p.m. Saturday) as dozens of onlookers watched before the animal was released to a rescue group.

A man on Puerto Rico’s most wanted list was arrested in Lancaster on June 5th when Border Patrol and Lancaster Police stopped a vehicle after a report; he gave a false name with a mismatched resident card and was identified as 54-year-old Raymundo Rondon-Canales—a convicted sex offender who had fled a court order in Guayama and now awaits extradition to Puerto Rico.

A 27-year-old man was shot and killed at 4 a.m. Saturday at Broadway and Jefferson, Buffalo police said.

Today at 7:30 p.m., the East Aurora Chamber Music Festival continues at St. Matthias’ Episcopal Church with the 'Highs and Lows' concert featuring works by Rossini, Cras and Arensky, following last Friday’s opening that showcased a rediscovered Mozart piece performed by BPO musicians—local artists who bring cherished talent to our community. The festival presents four intimate concerts with pre-concert performances by local high school students and will conclude with shows on June 13 and 14.

Parents at Bennett Park Montessori Center claim the school has strayed from true Montessori methods as only one-third of its teachers are certified, sparking worries about enrollment and student progress.

Buffalo Schools is working with officials and the American Montessori Society to create a plan—parents want to see certified teachers in every classroom—raising concerns for the next school year.

Forester Joshua Konovitz explains that American chestnut trees once thrived here but a blight wiped out most, and Erie County planted about 50 trees at Chestnut Ridge in 2018 as a nod to their legacy—highlighting their educational purpose.

Scientists at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry have developed a chestnut tree that can resist the blight and may help restore the species in the future.

Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon appeared on Weekend Edition on June 7 to discuss his mayoral campaign, outlining plans to close a projected $70 million budget deficit with a hotel bed tax, sale of parking ramps, and spending cuts.

He also addressed concerns about campaign donations and promised to stay in the race through November, citing over 10,000 signed petitions from local supporters — a sign of Buffalo's strong grassroots backing.

The city will start a $23 million project next month on Seneca Street between Wildwood Place and Mineral Springs Road to fix roads, sidewalks, curbs and streetlights.

Officials said phase one should finish next year — the upgrade will make travel safer and help give the busy corridor new life.

HireBuffalo Multi-University Alumni Career Fair

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Buffalo Marriott Niagara — Free entry — Connect with 80+ employers offering full-time jobs across all industries in the Buffalo-Niagara area.

Cake Parfait Baking Class

5-6:30 p.m. — Lexington Cooperative Market — Sold out — Learn to create delicious cake parfaits with layers of cake and creamy fillings.

Get The Led Out Concert

7-10 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 12+ — Rock out to the amazing tribute to Led Zeppelin.

Live Band Karaoke

10:00 – 11:30 PM — Rec Room — Tickets starting at $7.73 — Sing along to your favorite Top 40 hits with a live band backing you up.

Dance Spectrum: Competitive and Adult Programs

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience an inspiring showcase of dance talent in a vibrant atmosphere.

Aaron Rizzo Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — The Caz — $19 — Experience genre-blending grooves from acclaimed songwriter Aaron Rizzo with special guest Erin Hoyle.

June Sober Social at Twentysixallen

7-9 p.m. — Twentysixallen — No cover — Mingle with the sober community over mocktails and enjoy a casual evening of connection.

Curtis Salgado Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — The Caz — $89 — Experience the powerhouse performance of award-winning blues artist Curtis Salgado with an all-inclusive dinner package.

Party on the Portico – Damone Jackson Outcome featuring MYQ Farrow Trio

6-8 p.m. — The Buffalo History Museum — $20 admission, $10 members — Enjoy a lakeside concert with food trucks and lawn games at a Buffalo tradition.

Caity Gyorgy Live Performance

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the captivating sound of rising star jazz vocalist Caity Gyorgy in an unforgettable evening.