Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of July.
Good morning, Buffalo.
Attorney Mitchell Garabedian and victims of the Catholic Diocese are urging Bishop Michael Fisher to provide clearer answers on allegations involving Fr.
Jeffrey Nowak, arguing that transparency in how the claims are handled is needed. Church officials have yet to respond.
Tonawanda officials plan to build a waterfront park at the Cherry Farm site along the Niagara River soon, after the area was cleaned and capped (formerly an industrial dump used for decades).
An East Aurora farm received widespread community support after a Route 400 crash injured an employee and totaled its delivery van on June 29, with a GoFundMe surpassing its $8,000 goal to help cover replacement costs.
Tim Hortons has opened its new location at the corner of Harlem Road + Cleveland Drive in Cheektowaga to serve local residents.
On Tuesday, D’Youville University held a campus-wide heat preparedness session to address heat-related health risks amid rising temperatures and climate change—training that aimed to better prepare staff and the local community for future extreme heat events.
Kacey Stewart said the initiative is part of ongoing efforts to build resilience.
The UB Institute for Autism Research will expand its summer program to offer more sessions and support for local families — details on registration and dates will be announced soon.
The program aims to boost autism research and practical outreach in the community.
On Monday, the Buffalo School Board appointed retired officer Roscoe Henderson III to fill the North District vacancy after state education commissioner Betty Rosa let the board keep the seat open to address school issues, even though the board conducted several interviews amid serious leadership concerns.
Carolyn Johnson, one of four Niagara-area homeowners (located between Fox Avenue and Chester Road) told the Joe Beamer show today that she lived 36 years unaware of her home’s dangerously high radioactive levels.
Local bar owners are opposing new age restrictions on Chippewa Street events, arguing that Thursday 18+ gatherings have remained safe.
Twenty-two businesses sent a letter to Mayor Ryan asking him to veto measures that would block College Nights and 18+ events (recent fights were not reported during these events).
Off duty, Buffalo State Lieutenant William Ginnick helped North Tonawanda police rescue a teen struck while riding an e-scooter, and the teen is expected to recover.
Gov. Hochul announced Monday that construction began on the $225M North Aud Block project in Buffalo, which will transform the former Buffalo Memorial Auditorium site into 251 apartments, 18,000 sqft commercial space, 20,000 sqft community space, and parking for 137 cars (187 units are affordable). Construction will take 30 months.
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.
Rust Belt Rampage II
5-8 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 12+ — Experience a night of diverse local music featuring Exham Priory, Greywash, and more.
Sunday Social Photo Scavenger Hunt
5:15-6:15 p.m. — Canalside — Free entry — Explore the waterfront while snapping cool shots with fellow photography enthusiasts.
Emily Ann Roberts Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — VIP Meet & Greet available — Enjoy an intimate evening with Emily Ann Roberts and special guest SJ McDonald.
Jammy Buffet: Lakes Below The Mountains Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of music with Jammy Buffet during their Lakes Below The Mountains Tour.
Daniel Donato Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Tickets from $52 — Experience an electrifying evening with Daniel Donato live in Buffalo.
WWE Monday Night Raw
7:30 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Tickets available — Experience live matches and thrilling storyline segments from WWE's flagship show.
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