Good morning, Buffalo.

Organizers are hosting a vendor session on Aug.

31 at 5 p.m. — to cover permit and inspection guidelines — after the Hood Taste of Buffalo was canceled for licensing issues; they say the event will return next month once requirements are met.

Attorney General Letitia James warns scammers are tricking older adults into buying gold for savings protection as Amherst Senior Center seniors report suspicious calls and emails.

The center offers scam awareness programs to help seniors stay safe (Adult Protective Services is available).

Santora's Pizza Pub and Grill in Williamsville has teamed up with Sweet Buffalo for a community backpack drive ending on Aug.

23—donors get a free medium pizza as Sweet Buffalo contributes 50 backpacks and Be a Blessing Buffalo delivers supplies for students and teachers.

Gas prices in Buffalo dropped 5 cents to $4.23 this week, although they remain above the state average.

A new elderly care facility opens Monday, Aug. 31 on Transit Road in East Amherst and Spectrum Health hosts a hiring event on Sept. 23 at Thorn Avenue in Orchard Park.

Ebony Prophet-Bullock—who beat breast cancer and learned resilience from her late mother—has been named the interim Buffalo Schools superintendent and will guide the district forward.

Erie County will distribute oral rabies vaccine bait by plane, helicopter and on the ground in August and September, and guidance will be provided for residents (including pet owners) to ensure correct use.

Fans enjoyed the debut of the new Highmark Stadium last weekend — though some noted obstructed views, poor sound, and traffic jams.

The team plans to address these concerns at upcoming events.

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.