Good morning, Buffalo.

Niagara Amusement Park in Grand Island announced on April 30 that it would not open for summer, yet some season pass holders (including one long-time local patron) have not received refunds after the promised 30 days; town officials say efforts are underway to finalize the missing payments.

North Tonawanda resident Mark Polito outlined DigiHost’s proposed plan to convert its facility into an AI data center + boost regional tech services, with more details and review timelines expected soon.

Santasiero's, the historic restaurant on Niagara Street, reopened Tuesday under new ownership (Jennifer Hurley, Mark Longo, and David Capretto) that honors 100-year-old recipes while updating the space.

The restaurant now welcomes walk-ins and reservations, operating Tuesday–Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Sunday from 4 to 8:30 p.m.

Upstate New York businesses were honored Friday with the BBB Torch Awards at Jazzboline in Amherst, recognizing companies for high ethical standards as judged by local leaders.

Award winners included Schoen Auto and West Herr Automotive Group.

Big Boy, a 1940s steam train built in Schenectady and used in World War II, arrived in Ripley Tuesday afternoon as part of America 250 festivities — Union Pacific's Ed Dickens shared its history on board.

Buffalo artist David Manny will exhibit his final work at the Allentown Art Festival this weekend after more than 40 years of showing digital watercolors inspired by local landmarks.

He will focus on original work and galleries next (he calls the event a first rite of a Buffalo summer).

Today, the world's largest steam locomotive Big Boy arrives in Western New York, and Marty Biniasz from Forgotten Buffalo Tours & Forgotten Buffalo on Facebook explains its rich history and local railroad impact.

National Grid is investing $428,000 in Buffalo Go Green’s new Pathways 360 program that helps high school students learn sustainable agriculture through classroom study, field work plus travel.

The program will recruit students and build its new facility at 243 Manhattan Ave.

Dr. Willie Underwood III, a longtime Buffalo urologic surgeon, was inaugurated as American Medical Association president today.

He becomes only the second urologist and third Black physician to hold the role (AMA confirmed the milestone).

Buffalo Pro Soccer president Peter Marlette hosted a town hall with founding members to discuss when the team will start in the USL Championship.

The meeting offered key insights into upcoming timelines and membership details.

Buffalo hosts over a dozen FIFA World Cup watch parties starting tomorrow at 3 p.m., from screenings at Duende at Silo City to events at Canalside and West Side Bazaar featuring free clinics & food, while bar service is extended until 4 a.m. from June 11 to July 20.

CSICon 2026

Time TBA — Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel and Conference Center — Check event page for pricing — Engage with leading skeptics and scientists in discussions on critical thinking and scientific literacy.

FIFA World Cup Watch Parties

7 p.m. — Canalside, Buffalo, NY — Free entry — Cheer on the U.S. Men's National Team during the FIFA World Cup with live matches, food, and activities.

Gavin Petrie Band 20th Anniversary Show

8-11 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — $20.00 + Online Fee — Celebrate 20 years of music with the Gavin Petrie Band and support local arts.

The Marcus King Band

8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Terminal B — From €69 — Experience the vibrant sound of The Marcus King Band live in an open-air venue.

Mac Saturn Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Rec Room — Tickets from $32 — Experience an exciting live concert by Mac Saturn in Buffalo.

Cold War Kids with almost monday

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Terminal B, Buffalo, NY — Tickets on sale now — Enjoy an evening of alternative indie music with Cold War Kids and almost monday.

Chris Webby Live in Concert

7-10 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Meet & Greet and VIP packages available — Experience an unforgettable night with Chris Webby and special guests Spose and Quake Matthews.

Dark Star Orchestra Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Terminal B — Ticketed event — Experience the ultimate Grateful Dead tribute with unmatched detail and talent.

An Acoustic Evening with Trey Anastasio

7:30-9 p.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — Tickets available March 20 at 10 AM — Experience a night of acoustic melodies from the celebrated Phish guitarist.

A Cook's Tour

6:30-9 p.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience a culinary adventure with top chefs from Buffalo while supporting local food workers.