Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of September.
Good morning, Buffalo.
A mix-up in address information led to a delayed gas response for a long-time resident in East Amherst, and two small leaks were quickly fixed once the crew arrived + National Fuel is now updating records for customers on the street.
The Trans-Siberian Orchestra will celebrate its 30th anniversary with two concerts on Dec.
30 at KeyBank Center in Buffalo. The band is expected to deliver its signature blend of rock and orchestral music (announcement confirmed by management).
David Bellavia’s WBEN show aired on Monday, Sept.
14 and covered the 125th anniversary of President McKinley’s death in Buffalo—hotel costs rising ahead of the Bills home opener and debate over A.I. regulation were key topics. The program ran from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
The New York State Education Department announced on Monday plans to adopt one high school diploma so that future graduates from the class of 2028 no longer must pass a set of Regents exams.
The tests will now serve solely to measure academic achievement.
St. Christopher’s School in Tonawanda has added two security upgrades — a visitor management system that scans drivers’ licenses at check-in and wearable panic buttons for staff — to enhance onsite safety.
The City of Buffalo held a ceremony to honor President William McKinley on the 125th anniversary of his death after he was shot at the Pan-American Exposition on Sept.
6, 1901 (a key moment in local history). The event underscored the city's commitment to preserving its legacy.
The City of Buffalo began interim improvements at Niagara Square to boost traffic flow and pedestrian safety following a community survey.
Officials said today that further adjustments (including planters, bollards, and a single travel lane) will expand over the coming weeks.
Eligible New York households will receive energy rebate checks of up to $200 starting Sept.
21 as part of Gov. Kathy Hochul's Protecting Our Wallets Energy Rebate Program. Eight-point-two million households will automatically get checks mailed with payments continuing through December.
Sloan Comfort Home offers 24/7 end-of-life care for guests as compassionate staff and volunteers provide support while loved ones can visit at any time.
The care facility creates a peaceful setting during these final stages.
Buffalo Sabres signed 22-year-old forward Noah Ostlund to an eight-year contract worth $6.6 million a year, announced Monday; the deal aims to build on his promising rookie season where he recorded 27 points in 60 games & had a notable playoff debut.
Turfgrass expert Frank Rossi (Cornell University) explained that work on the Highmark Stadium grass continues for Thursday’s home opener, discussing the rooting process, natural versus artificial turf, and the field’s replacement schedule in preparation for the game.
The Bills beat the Texans 36-31 in Houston on Sunday, marking their first win there in 20 years.
WGR reporter Sal Capaccio said the team countered one of the league's best defenses to get to a 1-0 start.
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