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Friday, September 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On September 11, volunteers, servicemembers and business leaders restored historic naval ships at the Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park to honor the 2,977 lives lost on 9/11—Rear Admiral Robert Wirth delivered the keynote speech and explained how steel recovered from the Twin Towers now forms the USS New York’s bow. WBFO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rich Products Corp is expanding its Niagara Street campus by buying the historic Curtiss Malt House from a cash-strapped developer and relocating its Roar Logistics headquarters from Exchange Street to the renovated Oliver Gear building—this move is part of a broader plan with over $2 million set aside to preserve the century-old property. The 33,000-square-foot Roar space will be fixed up over the next 12 to 18 months to support its growing operations. The Buffalo News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Borderland Music Festival begins today at Knox Farm State Park in East Aurora and runs for three days with music, local art, restaurants and breweries. A tailgate party with screens to watch the Bills game on Sunday is part of the festival—drawing local fans. WBEN
- ➤ Rapper T-Pain said on Instagram that Buffalo saved his career by giving him the boost he needed to return to music. WGRZ
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo State College dorms lost hot water for a week due to a leak that affected many buildings—university officials say they expect full repairs later today. Students report long lines at portable shower trailers with few working showers. WGRZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ New federal rules require wind and solar projects in western New York to begin construction by July 4 to qualify for tax credits—lawyers say a shortage of workers may force many projects to pause, which could cut host town payments, though the Heritage Wind project in Orleans County still plans to start in early 2026. WBFO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Comptroller Barbara Miller-Williams defended her decision not to issue most of the $110M in bonds approved by the Common Council, saying that keeping within the debt cap protects the city's financial integrity—she faces a lawsuit from Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon and Councilmember Mitch Nowakowski with oral arguments set for Sept. 22. WBFO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ashley Snowden from Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Institute said that 9/11 first responders still show cancer cases 24 years later due to toxic exposures and a lack of proper gear during the cleanup—many cases involve non-melanoma skin, prostate, and breast cancers. She stressed that early detection through programs like the World Trade Center Health Program is key to treatment. WBEN
- ➤ Kaleida Health announced that it will close the Millard Fillmore Surgery Center in Amherst on Oct. 1 due to pending federal funding cuts and lower patient volume—32 employees will be helped with job placements while physicians continue serving patients at other facilities. The Buffalo News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rear Admiral Wirth returned to Buffalo today to skate with SABAH adaptive sports athletes at Bud Bakewell Arena in Riverside Park. The Grand Island native, who first volunteered with SABAH in high school, joined his wife Stacy to inspire the players and celebrate strong community ties. WGRZ
- ➤ Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson avoided NFL discipline after a Bills fan shoved DeAndre Hopkins' helmet and then his own during a touchdown celebration Sunday night at Highmark Stadium—NFL officials confirmed the club resolved the matter with no further action while banning the fan from NFL events. WGRZ
- ➤ Ed Oliver did not practice Thursday because he was sidelined with an ankle injury even though he appeared fine at Wednesday's press conference—he is among six players listed as limited on the injury report. WGRZ
- ➤ WBEN is celebrating Highmark Stadium’s legacy this football season as Mary Wilson, wife of the late owner Ralph Wilson Jr., recalls great comebacks and historic games that brought pride to the community—she will watch the final regular season game against the Jets on Jan 4 as the team prepares a new open-air facility in Orchard Park. WBEN
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End of Summer Picnic
12-5 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Park — Free entry — Celebrate the end of summer with burgers, good food, and new friendships.
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September Monthly Chess Tournament
16:00-19:00 — Buffalo Chess Association — Entry fees apply — Compete in a fun, kid-friendly chess tournament with prizes and pizza.
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Peach Pit Concert at Buffalo RiverWorks
7-9:30 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — $76-$222 — Catch the indie sensation Peach Pit live for a night of unforgettable music.
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He Is Legend 20th Anniversary Concert
6-9 p.m. — Rec Room — $20+ — Celebrate 20 years of 'Suck Out the Poison' with a full album performance and special guests.
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The Outsiders Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — Tickets from $117 — Experience an unforgettable evening with The Outsiders in Buffalo.
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