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Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Canalside is seeing many projects move forward as summer unfolds. The Gateway Building nears its opening this week, Heritage Point plans to restart work by summer's end, and a new North Aud Block project awaits city approval & a plan to revamp nearby public housing is in the works. The Buffalo News
- ➤ Buffalo’s East Side has renamed the corner of Masten and E. Utica as Agnes Bain Way—honoring the late director who led the African American Cultural Center for over 40 years. Dozens of local community members gathered at the unveiling and board members said they will build on her legacy. ABC 7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cascades Inc., one of the world's largest paper-products and packaging manufacturers, will shut down its containerboard facility on Packard Road in Niagara Falls in early October—this closure will lay off all workers at the plant. The Buffalo News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A West Seneca man, 44-year-old Samuel Baer, was arraigned Tuesday on an indictment for leaving the scene after allegedly hitting 59-year-old pedestrian Joseph W. Domnissey near the 2000 block of Elmwood Avenue in North Buffalo on September 25th—Domnissey died at ECMC. ABC 7
- ➤ Samuel Baer (44) was indicted by Erie County Court Judge James Bargnesi after a hit-run killed a pedestrian, and he is held without bail (Class D felony charge). The Buffalo News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local filmmaker Jake Cimperman presents his documentary — Pro Beach Hockey: Sun, Surf and Slapshots — at The North Park Theatre on Monday, July 21 at 7pm. The film tells the story of a 1990s roller hockey league that aired on ESPN and mixed extreme sports with surf culture. Buffalo Rising
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Western New York businesses and governments spent $4.6 million on lobbying in 2024, nearly one million dollars more than in 2023—Masiello Martucci Hughes topped O'Donnell Associates by about $80,000. Buffalo Rising
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An expert from UB Orthopedics said that at least five fireworks-related injuries have been reported across WNY this July—injuries that can change lives if not treated promptly. WGRZ
- ➤ Kaleida Health and unionized healthcare workers in Buffalo reached a tentative three-year agreement at 4 a.m. Tuesday—averting a planned strike—and will vote on the deal in the coming weeks. WBEN
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7-9:30 p.m. — Rec Room — Check website for price — Enjoy an evening of lively music with Bear Ghost blending rock and pop vibes.
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El Scorcho: Weezer Tribute Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 12+ — Experience the top Weezer tribute band as they perform Blue and Pinkerton back to back.
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Okay 5k
7-11 p.m. — Delaware Park — Registration fees apply — A community-oriented evening 5K run encouraging participants of all levels to join in the fun and camaraderie.
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716 CommUNITY Day
3-7 p.m. — MLK Jr. Park — Free entry — Celebrate community with fun activities, live music, and free meals.
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Yaadcore Live in Buffalo
8-11:30 p.m. — Nietzsche's — $15 Adv // $20 DoS — Experience the legendary Jamaican singer Yaadcore with his reggae revival hits and unique sound.
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Buffalo Subaru 4 Mile Chase - 43rd Annual
7 p.m. — Elmwood Village — Donations welcome — The social running event of the summer returns with local community spirit.
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Megan Moroney Concert
6-11 p.m. — Terminal B At The Outer Harbor — Check website for price — Enjoy an evening of music with rising star Megan Moroney.
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The Cold Stares with GROSH
8-11 p.m. — The Caz — $19 — Experience the gritty rock of The Cold Stares alongside the electrifying fusion of GROSH in an unforgettable night of music.
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Galbani Italian Heritage Festival 50th Anniversary
11 a.m.-9 p.m. — Hertel Avenue, Buffalo, NY — Free admission — Celebrate 50 years of Italian culture with food, entertainment, and community spirit.
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Kraw Live Performance
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