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Thursday, June 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Entrepreneur Russell Salvatore donated seven vehicles yesterday at The Heroes & Patriots Park outside his restaurant on Transit Road to support disabled veterans; the donation includes four Ford Explorers & three Ford Transits given to the VA Western New York Healthcare System and WNY Disabled American Veterans. WBEN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Developer Douglas Jemal has slowed his downtown Buffalo projects as rising interest rates and construction costs increase expenses. He said he remains committed to the city—planning to wait for better conditions before restarting stalled projects and selling assets as needed. The Buffalo News
- ➤ Buffalo Central Terminal Restoration Corporation was approved to purchase three city-owned parcels at 59 Memorial Drive to begin predevelopment on the landmark post office and railway express buildings. Keller Williams Realty leads the region with 41 commercial agents and 69 listings—while a new $5.2 million business park on Walden Avenue in Lancaster, co-owned by Jim Basil Sr., seeks $200,000 in tax breaks with plans to renovate two warehouses and build two more. WBEN
- ➤ Great Lakes Pressed Steel is proposing a 13,000 sq.ft. building with two loading docks at its Niagara Street site, and part of an old building will be removed to allow access from West Delevan Avenue—10 extra parking spaces will be added and the project will request a variance to build a 43-foot wide driveway instead of a 24-foot one. Buffalo Rising
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 68th Allentown Art Festival is set for June 14—15 with 345 artists displaying art on Delaware, Franklin, Allen and Virginia Streets. More than 100,000 visitors are expected while students debut American Sign Language artwork and local shops gain a boost. WGRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Educators, students, family and community celebrated the renaming of a Buffalo school in honor of Ronald Peoples, who spent 34 years teaching and mentoring countless students—his lifelong service spanned over 50 years. The ceremony showcased memorabilia of his career and inspired remarks from his family—underscoring his lasting impact on local education. WGRZ
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Max Scherzer will begin his rehab assignment with the Buffalo Bisons this Friday against the Columbus Clippers on Friendship Bracelet Night after being sidelined since March 30 with right thumb inflammation—he signed as a free agent with the Blue Jays last offseason. Christian Benford will throw the ceremonial first pitch to promote his children's book while the team starts its Resurgence Brewing Happy Hour at 4:30. WGRZ
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Speed Dating for Singles Ages 30-49
6:30-8:30 p.m. — RationAles — Ticket required — Meet potential matches in a fun, pressure-free speed dating atmosphere.
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OnStage! The Little Mermaid - Weeks 2 & 3
9 AM - 4 PM — Elmwood Franklin School — Registration required — A captivating summer theater camp for kids aged 8-14, bringing Disney's magical underwater adventure to life.
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Day of Caring
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — United Way of Buffalo & Erie County — Volunteer opportunity — Roll up your sleeves to transform our community during this largest volunteer event.
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