Good morning, Buffalo.

M&T’s Wilmers is remembered for his generous spirit and lasting support of local charities — community leaders say his legacy continues to inspire local good works.

Orchard Park resident George Chernowski, 81, completed the Wineglass Marathon in Corning on Tuesday and raised over $15,000 to support local families paying tuition at Nativity of Our Lord School - donations continue to come in.

Downtown Market Arcade now reactivates under Scene One after AMC left last December; since taking over in April, the new operator has opened a bar after state delays and launched local events—poster contests and Buffalo Bills fan film screenings—with plans for guest-chosen movies to boost the vibrant Theater District.

Buffalo Public Schools announced a proposal to close eight schools starting in the 2027-28 year to deal with declining enrollment and budget issues.

The district will hold community meetings (Oct. 8 virtual, Oct. 15 Renovation Church, Oct. 20 PS 156) to gather input before the Board votes on the plan.

M&T Bank, the Buffalo Bills & EVERFI launched a financial literacy program for 4th-6th graders on Tuesday at P.S.

37 Futures Prep School in Buffalo; the free digital lessons cover money management and planning, and Bills player Bradley Chubb spoke to students about setting goals.

Aidan Thomas was reelected as the SA Senate chairperson for 2026-27 on Wednesday, Oct.

7 after running uncontested. He promised to boost oversight of the SA e-board and spur open discussions for new advocacy initiatives.

State Assemblyman Bill Conrad attended a ceremony Tuesday in Tonawanda to celebrate $500,000 in state funding for upgrades at the local middle/high school, which will resurface tennis and pickleball courts and modernize the auditorium for students and community use.

SUNY's Buffalo State and Fredonia have begun new budgeting strategies to improve fiscal stability; officials say recent progress may lead to better fund management over the coming months (details under review) and further measures (pending announcement) may boost their financial outlook.

Tuesday, Gov. Hochul announced that the Buffalo Irish Center in South Buffalo will receive $3 million to renovate 14 rooms.

The renovations will include new flooring + lighting + HVAC, electrical, and plumbing upgrades as part of an $8 million project to preserve local Irish heritage.

State Assemblyman Bill Conrad said lawmakers are reviewing transmission costs and capping CEO raises to help lower utility bills this winter in Western New York + he noted the change aims to counter rising transmission fees that make up up to 70% of bills.

Town of Hamburg is previewing renderings for a future mixed-use neighborhood planned around Highmark Stadium near the Erie Community College South Campus.

The vision includes housing, restaurants, retail and green space (designed by Progressive Companies) and may guide developers once the sale date is set.

Tuesday night, the Sabres rallied to beat the Wild 3-2 with an overtime goal by defenseman Owen Power at KeyBank Center — the team will host the Dallas Stars at 7 p.m. today with pregame coverage starting at 6 p.m.