Good morning, Buffalo.

Seven Buffalo companies made the Inc. 5000 list for revenue growth (including legal firms).

7Brew will open new Cheektowaga location at 3825 Union Road this summer, adding 75 jobs, and Erie County Sheriff's Deputies union urges residents to take the Civil Service Exam by Sept. 2 for October 17 test.

15-year-old 4-H member Evelyn Matthies from East Concord is showing livestock at the Erie County Fair today, giving her the chance to demonstrate her skills in local agriculture + a chance for visitors to explore the event.

SUNY Chancellor John King said the system is moving in the right direction with growing enrollment and a free tuition program for adults to learn high-demand skills.

The program covers fees, books, and supplies, and he urged students to take advantage of available opportunities.

The Town of Aurora and Village of East Aurora have announced plans to start a bait and shoot program after the 2026/2027 hunting season to manage deer populations and reduce ticks because of deforestation.

Trained professionals will run the program while residents can send feedback via email.

State and federal agencies are expanding radiological testing in nine Southtowns communities after surveys identified areas needing closer checks; officials stress that no contamination exists.

Assemblymember Patrick Burke urged transparency and called for more public updates on the ongoing review.

Chance (11-week-old) has become the Buffalo Police Department's new therapy dog to help officers manage stress; he has been on the job for three weeks and will continue training for crisis support as explained by his handler, Matthew Cross.

Former congressman Chris Collins, once a familiar name in Buffalo politics, finished fifth in Florida’s GOP primary on Tuesday after spending $2.5M on his comeback bid—he received 7.4% of the vote.

West Seneca officials approved a plan to convert the old Malecki mansion into 15 affordable apartments and build a three-story complex with 60 additional units, adding needed housing for local residents & boosting community development.

The NHL announced yesterday that all 32 teams will get new alternate uniforms next season as part of its Hometown Remix initiative with Fanatics.

The Sabres' design will feature a royal blue base and re-colored goathead logo — blending elements from two eras to honor the team's legacy.

The STARS of the Spectrum Golf Tour held its tournament Tuesday and Wednesday at Harvest Hill Golf Course in Orchard Park — 11 autistic golfers competed in a nine‑hole scramble and an 18‑hole competition, with Special Olympics gold medalist Ian Kelley among them.

The tour aims to build a supportive community for autistic athletes.

Bills president Pete Guelli said that the new Highmark Stadium will be ready to host the regular season opener against the Lions soon.

Fans await the opening as the team prepares for the upcoming home game + local celebration.

On Tuesday, the Bills signed veteran Greg Gaines to boost their defensive line with his seven NFL seasons as they adjust to a new three-lineman, four-linebacker scheme.

The 30-year-old will compete for a backup spot while Phidarian Mathis misses the first three games.