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Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Agena Puricelli celebrated her 100th birthday with a family party in Lancaster on Sunday, August 3, where photos and memories of her work in Buffalo were shared. Born in 1925, she worked during WWII on military planes and enjoyed skating and dancing—her long life marks a cherished piece of Buffalo history. ABC 7
- ➤ Officials at the Erie County Fair will welcome visitors from August 7—18 at the Hamburg Fairgrounds and focus on safety using the NYSDOL Ride Safe NY three-step ride inspection process. Planning efforts have included drone imaging and third-party checks to quickly fix any ride issues before they open to the public. WGRZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Brothers Ryan and Luke Rich are set to transform a 152-acre abandoned Erie County nursing home campus in Alden into a secured cannabis growing and distribution facility with a planned 57,800-square-foot indoor building. They will begin construction this fall and expect to add over 100 local jobs once the project clears an environmental review — town officials continue to work with investors amid community concerns. The Buffalo News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two people were stabbed at Tonawanda Nation Territory — police are investigating the incident. WGRZ
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence Howard of Amherst said his long-term care insurance premium from Massachusetts Mutual will jump 257% by 2028—his yearly cost rising from $3,181 to about $11,375 as approved increases take effect over the next four years. Many New Yorkers with long-term care policies face similar hikes amid a market in crisis caused by historical mispricing, the state Department of Financial Services said. The Buffalo News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local hikers are finding a way to cool off with creek walking—a gentle, low-impact exercise in shallow, refreshing waters that can be done at public spots like Eighteen Mile Creek. Outdoors experts Hillman and McKeever advise using proper gear and checking access points before heading out. The Buffalo News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marv Levy will celebrate his 100th birthday Sunday at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio—joining former Bills players, coaches and friends—and fly first class to attend a party honoring his long career in football. WGRZ
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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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Davey O. at Nietzsche's
8-11:55 p.m. — Nietzsche's — No cover — Experience local talent at the Songwriter Showcase and Buffalo's Longest-Running Open Mic Nite.
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Anberlin Concert
8-10 p.m. — Electric City — Tickets from $69 — Experience the energy of Anberlin at Electric City in Buffalo.
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TOAST - The Ultimate Bread Experience
7:30-9 p.m. — Riviera Theatre — $33 — Experience the top tribute to the iconic band Bread with a show that promises nostalgia and flawless performances.
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Junior History Buffs
10 AM – 12 PM — The Longshed Building — Free entry — Dive into the interactive stories of the Erie Canal with friends at Canalside.
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Molly Conrad with Bryan Dubay
7:30-11 p.m. — The Caz — $15 — Experience heartfelt indie-folk music with Molly Conrad and the emerging talent of Bryan Dubay.
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The Eaglez Tribute Concert
2-5 p.m. — The Caz — $20 — Experience the timeless classics of the Eagles performed by Western New York's premier tribute band.
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