Good morning, Buffalo.

Williamsville's 53rd annual Old Home Days festival is underway at Island Park — featuring rides, live music, food, and community events through Friday.

Organized by the Jolly Boys to benefit local children, the festival has added security with Amherst Police and offers an Uber drop-off near Ace Hardware for easier parking.

Barber Jason Lape of Jay's Barbershop in Hamburg will host a 24-hour haircut marathon turned festival for suicide prevention with food trucks, music and vendors; the event runs from 10 a.m. Saturday, July 18 until 10 a.m. Sunday and benefits the Erie County Suicide Prevention Coalition.

7 Brew Coffee is set to open its sixth coffee shop on Transit Road in Clarence & town officials said they plan to manage traffic to avoid congestion seen at its Amherst location.

Buffalo Public School Superintendent Dr. Pascal Mubenga resigned Monday evening, leaving parent advocates unsettled by ongoing academic distractions.

The board appointed Dr. Ebony Prophet-Bullock as interim superintendent to help restore focus +rebuilding trust+ in the district.

Following community feedback that Niagara Square is unsafe, the City of Buffalo began making changes on Tuesday by adding new road markings + lane indicators as interim improvements, with further updates planned using funds from part of a $2.9 million state grant.

Town Supervisor John Flynn said more than 10 water main breaks—linked to Saturday's excessive heat—have caused Parker Boulevard to close between Moore and Harrison avenues, with crews expected to finish roadwork today as they manage ongoing water issues amid persistent heat.

Bruce Blakeman, Nassau County Executive and mayoral candidate, discussed his campaign's use of AI in an attack ad and plans to curb violence in Buffalo on the Joe Beamer show from NewsRadio 930 WBEN.

He also explained how a state moratorium on data center construction may impact the region.

A former Catholic elementary school in Kenmore that closed in 2010 is being converted into an affordable senior housing community—providing 37 accessible units for local seniors.

Big Gigantic at Electric City

8 p.m. — Electric City — Ticket info available — Experience the electrifying performance of Big Gigantic in Buffalo.

The Boardr Series - Buffalo Skateboarding Contest

Time TBA — Food Court Skatepark — Entry Fee Required — Experience an all-ages skateboarding contest that promises fun for every skill level.

Harvest & Rust: A Neil Young Experience

7-9:30 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — $25.00 + Online Fee — Experience the sounds of Neil Young through an acclaimed tribute band with a dynamic setlist.

Buffalo Speed Dating for Singles in Their 40s and 50s

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Delaware Pub & Grill — Check website for ticket prices — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun, structured environment.

Wax and DJ Hoppa Concert

8-11 p.m. — Electric City — $45-$92 — Experience live music with Wax as DJ Hoppa spins the beats in Buffalo's vibrant Electric City.

Nick Lowe & Los Straitjackets

7-10 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — $50.00 + Online Fee — Enjoy a night of captivating performances by Nick Lowe and the high-energy instrumentals of Los Straitjackets.

Tom Stahl and the Dangerfields Concert

6-8 p.m. — duende at Silo City — Check venue for costs — Enjoy award-winning folk-rock from this Buffalo Music Hall of Fame band.

Buffalo Speed Dating for Ages 30s/40s

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Fattey Beer Co. — Check event page for ticket info — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

Sunny Sweeney Concert

5-10 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — $25 — Enjoy the heartfelt sounds of country music from Sunny Sweeney and Kayla Ray at this intimate live show.

Loe Shimmy Concert

8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Electric City — $75 — Experience the fresh R&B and pop sound of rising star LOE SHIMMY in an intimate setting.