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Thursday, June 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After five arrests were made during Kenmore Days, Mayor Patrick Mang said the village noted safety issues and is considering changes — if confrontations continue, future festivals may be canceled or modified. The event, held in the park and known for food, carnival rides and music, has raised concerns among local residents. WBFO
- ➤ The Buffalo Catholic Diocese met with parish leaders last week to explain a plan for a $150 million clergy abuse settlement—each parish will pay a set percentage of its cash and investments based on its status and any upcoming mergers. The diocese said it will also use cash from real estate sales and contributions from affiliates to help cover the settlement and protect local churches from heavy claims. WBEN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lawyers will receive a trial start date next week for Buffalo mass shooter Payton Gendron, who killed 10 Black people and injured 3 others in May 2022, while his judge said he can only be a little flexible with the defense after losing a key attorney to cancer+ and expects the trial to follow the initial timeline. Spectrum News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo’s Delaware Park marks 50 years of free live Shakespeare as Twelfth Night opens today at 7 p.m. on the Saul Elkin stage and runs through July 13 while Richard III starts July 24 and an abridged Romeo and Juliet is set to tour 25 venues across Western New York this summer—maintaining a long tradition of accessible, outdoor theater for all. Buffalo Rising
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Preservation Buffalo Niagara and more than two dozen groups joined on June 2 to urge Congress to restore full funding for the Historic Preservation Fund after the President’s proposed FY 2026 budget would cut $197 million from this critical program — without these funds, over 11,000 historic consultation reviews and more than $7 billion in rehabilitation investments are at risk. The delay in releasing FY 2025 funds and planned National Park Service staffing cuts may further harm preservation work that supports affordable housing, heritage tourism, and economic growth statewide. Buffalo Rising
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ David Robida’s DRGK Properties LLC is converting 138-142 Seneca Street into 16 apartments plus commercial space with a 3,876 sq.ft. addition, 16 parking spaces, and a new fourth floor at 138 Seneca. A new four-story structure is being built in an existing court space and will feature a metal panel system — Schenne & Associates designed the renovation plans. Buffalo Rising
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo’s 11 Day Power Play started yesterday at Harborcenter when teams began playing to raise funds for cancer research for Roswell Park, Camp Good Days, and Make A Wish Foundation. The event will run until Sunday, June 29 at 9 p.m. — founder Amy Lesakowski noted that 3,000 players are joining the ninth annual fundraiser. WBEN
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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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Evening in Bloom
Evening in Bloom — 6-9 p.m. — Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House — Individual tickets available — Enjoy upscale cuisine and beautiful live music in a magical garden setting.
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Live Band Karaoke
10:00 – 11:30 PM — Rec Room — Tickets starting at $7.73 — Sing your heart out with a live band to your favorite pop and Top 40 hits.
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Origami Angel Concert
7-11 p.m. — Town Ballroom — 16+ entry with ID — Enjoy a night of vibrant music with Origami Angel and special guests.
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Family Fun Silent Disco
1-5 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a unique dance experience with silent disco fun for the whole family.
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Bear Hands Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Rec Room — $56 — Enjoy a high-energy performance by Bear Hands at this exciting local venue.
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