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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers expanded its food pantry on the East Side at 76 Orange St. with a $125,000 upgrade that doubled its capacity from 150 to 300 households and installed new refrigeration units—ensuring more fresh food is available for hungry residents. The Buffalo News
- ➤ Buffalo native Emily Bula, 105, celebrated her milestone birthday by riding the Maid of the Mist for the first time in Niagara Falls — her family planned the trip for months to help fulfill a lifelong dream. ABC 7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two boaters are missing after a boat hit a concrete barrier on the Niagara River near Navy Island Wednesday night at 9:40 p.m.—authorities including State Park Police, Niagara County Sheriff’s Office and the US Coast Guard searched until 3 a.m. before planning to resume at daybreak. WBEN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Galbani Italian Heritage Festival marks its 50th year and begins today on Hertel Avenue in North Buffalo with free admission and a promise of family fun and cultural celebration. The event will run through Sunday—Buffalo’s own Frankie Scinta is set to headline the Saturday night performance at 7:30. WBEN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The NYS Department of Labor will host the Western NY Regional Career Fair in Tonawanda on August 1 at the Lincoln Park Athletic Complex from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Over 100 businesses will meet job seekers and offer resume help — job seekers are advised to dress professionally and pre-register. WGRZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ In 2024, a report showed that every Buffalo-area beach was unsafe for swimming for at least one day, with Woodlawn Beach State Park unsafe on 37 days + local residents had mixed reactions, as some swam anyway while others worried about health risks from polluted waters. WBEN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Disability Reporter Emyle Watkins explained how a last-minute budget change moved New York's Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program — from over 600 fiscal intermediaries to one contract with PPL — sparking lawsuits, staff departures and a seven-month transition for roughly a quarter million disabled individuals and aides. Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado has urged the Governor to end PPL's contract as federal hearings and state investigations continue. WBFO
- ➤ Erie County officials are set to transfer 152 acres of the former county home in Alden to the Rich brothers for $1 so they can develop a $40 million enclosed marijuana farm. The Erie County Legislature will review the plan on Thursday — and construction is expected to begin in the fall to build a secure facility for cannabis cultivation, processing and distribution. The Buffalo News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Former Rite Aid customers have struggled to get their prescriptions after records were sent to CVS without notice—CVS does not accept some insurance and may not carry the needed medications. Experts said that Rite Aid’s bankruptcy led to a rushed transfer which forced patients to visit several pharmacies and consider filing complaints with the state Department of Health. WGRZ
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Teen Night
7 p.m. — El Coquito — Ticket information available — A safe and fun event for teens to vibe and dance without alcohol.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Graham Nash Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Babeville — Tickets available — Experience the sweet sounds of folk rock legend Graham Nash.
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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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Goo Goo Dolls with Dashboard Confessional
7-9 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Concert by Grammy-nominated bands — Experience a night of nostalgia with Goo Goo Dolls and Dashboard Confessional at their hometown venue.
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Sunny Side - The Big Easy in Buffalo
6:30 PM - 12:30 AM — Duende at Silo City — Free entry — Experience live New Orleans music and culture in an outdoor setting.
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