Good morning, Buffalo.

Residents at a West Seneca senior apartment complex received a new NYSEG shutoff notice (a follow-up to a June outage caused by an unpaid bill) that has families worried about losing power.

Community Access Services hosted an event on Bailey Avenue Friday that provided 600+ free backpacks along with HIV testing, haircuts, pet supplies, and bounce houses for all ages.

Families used these resources to prepare for school.

Firefighters and their families gathered in Ellicottville this week for FASNY's annual convention, where over 600 participants trained, networked, and discussed volunteer recruitment challenges.

Assemblywoman McMahon (of Amherst) championed a bill for greater tax credits, and next year's event will be held in Buffalo.

Radio icon Sandy Beach (Donald Pesola) died on August 17 after a short illness at age 86.

He began his 50-year career on local airwaves in 1968 and was honored with inductions into local broadcasters’ halls of fame.

Tonawanda’s Screening Room Cinema & Arts Cafe is moving to Elmwood Commons at 3200 Elmwood Ave with plans for a preview HorrorFest from Oct.

27 through Oct. 31 and a grand opening in December — the small cinema will offer a unique, cozy movie experience in its new 100-seat venue.

Buffalo State University’s CAPE staff earned state and regional awards at the 50th Annual SUNY Career Development Organization Conference and at the WNYACCC meeting in June, with staff like Lynn Rogers honored for fiscal stewardship and leadership in career services.

Canisius University welcomed over 500 new students for fall move-in day Friday — including Buffalo Promise scholars and freshmen who received MacBook Air laptops through the Canisius Computes program.

University President Steve Stoute said the campus provided resources to help students adjust and pursue academic success.

UB students began moving back in for the new semester, said UB VP of Student Life Brian Hamluk.

The move-in process allowed students to settle into campus housing — easing their transition as classes approach.

Assemblymember Karen McMahon announced Friday that $500,000 has been secured for a new playground at Kingsgate Park in Amherst after the previous facility was removed for safety concerns.

The town will hold a community meeting on a Saturday in October to gather residents' input before construction begins in Spring 2027.

Assemblymember Karen McMahon announced she will send a monitor to the Buffalo School Board — a measure meant to enhance oversight of school operations.

More details on its role are expected to be shared soon.

The Bills & Browns held a joint practice on Thursday, and WGR's Sal Capaccio noted a few players missed the session.

Both teams are easing into preseason action as they get ready for upcoming games.