Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of July.
Good morning, Buffalo.
More than 1,500 cyclists took over the Buffalo Skyway on Sunday and rode 13 miles through Lackawanna, downtown Buffalo, and the Outer Harbor to advocate for safer streets and a healthier community.
The ride ended at Terminal B with a celebration party and was GoBike Buffalo's largest fundraiser of the year.
A charity beer event at Resurgence Brewing celebrated two rescue pets while raising over $20,000 for local animal shelters in Buffalo — Tum Tum overcame fading kitten syndrome and Gauge, a German shepherd, lost his owner in a car crash this spring.
The funds will help Ten Lives Club and Buddy's Second Chance Rescue continue their animal rescue efforts.
High-priced home sales in Buffalo and its suburbs are rising as buyers choose upscale homes for more comfort and security.
Local agents say both local professionals and out-of-town investors are active—sales include the six-bedroom mansion at 50 Tudor Place that sold for $3.5 million in March—indicating a shift toward luxury in the region.
The EEOC announced that a Buffalo company will pay $360,000 to settle an alleged discrimination case as it addresses claims of unfair employment practices.
Kyle Roche, a Buffalo native and once controversial crypto litigator, bought a $3.5 million mansion in Elmwood Village that set a record for the city's most expensive home.
He and his wife Kaylin plan to move here full time in a few years—he will also open a Buffalo branch of his law practice and invest in local properties.
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.
Kraw Live Performance
9-11 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — $20 — Experience Kraw's high-energy EDM performance that ignites the dance floor.
Teen Night
7 p.m. — El Coquito — Ticket information available — A safe and fun event for teens to vibe and dance without alcohol.
Run Katie Run Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — $15 tickets — Experience heartfelt roots-rock fused with country, bluegrass, and pop by powerhouse vocalist Katie Coleman.
New Bomb Turks Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — Tickets available — Experience the electric sounds of punk rock legends New Bomb Turks as they tear through a high-energy performance.
Live Band Karaoke: Pop and Top 40 Edition
10:00 PM — Rec Room — $7.73 — Belt out your favorite hits with a live band in this fun karaoke event for ages 21 and up.
Eric Weinholtz Live Performance
4-7 p.m. — Flying Bison Brewing Co — Free entry — Enjoy a solo acoustic set by roots musician Eric Weinholtz, blending soul, blues, and country tunes.
Run 716
7:16-11:16 a.m. — Flying Bison Brewing Co — Check registration for fees — Experience a delightful day of running and local brews at Buffalo's 15k Race & Relay.
Graham Nash Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Babeville — Tickets available — Experience the sweet sounds of folk rock legend Graham Nash.
Jackie Venson Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Buffalo Iron Works — Tickets from $40 — Experience a night filled with soulful music from Jackie Venson in a vibrant venue.
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