Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of October.
Good morning, Buffalo.
🏘️ Community
University at Buffalo graduate student is developing a proposal for a gondola system above Niagara Falls to give visitors a new view of familiar attractions.
The project remains in early stages and could enhance local tourism once fully planned.
💼 Business
Breeze Airways will launch nonstop flights from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport next summer to Raleigh-Durham, Myrtle Beach, and Charleston — starting June 29, July 1, and July 2, respectively — with fares from $49 to $69; travelers can book now.
Breeze Airlines will launch nonstop flights from Buffalo to three Carolina cities (Raleigh-Durham, Myrtle Beach and Charleston) next year, expanding travel options for local travelers.
🎭 Culture
Disney on Ice returns to KeyBank Center from January 28-31 featuring Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and friends on a magical journey that promises timeless tales for families.
Tickets go on sale on Oct. 13.
A local Indigenous designer (known for making family garments) now plans to broaden her fashion line to serve a wider audience as she gets ready to showcase heritage-inspired designs at upcoming local events.
🎓 Education
Buffalo Schools revised its high school closure proposal to offer different destinations for Research Labs, Da Vinci + Buffalo Rising Academy, while the list of schools that may close remains unchanged.
🏛️ Government
New York State Minority Leader Rob Ortt announced that the Niagara County Joseph Dwyer Program—named after Army medic Joseph Dwyer—will receive over $208,000 in state funding next year to support veterans at the Veterans One Stop Center in Niagara County.
🏥 Health
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center earned recognition from AMA’s Joy in Medicine program for its work to reduce physician burnout & support well-being.
🏈 Sports
Joe Beamer’s on-demand show from WBEN aired on Oct.
13 and covered local sports topics, highlighting Bears panic over Tyson Bagent’s poor performance in Green Bay.
Clarence High School senior Gabe Gerbetz (Gerb the Barber) has played soccer for eight years while cutting hair for teammates and starting a Sunday league called the Productive Benchwarmers to boost extra playing time; his dedication on and off the field keeps local soccer thriving.
The Montreal Canadiens beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-3 in a shootout Tuesday night at the Bell Centre during a rematch of spring playoffs.
The Sabres will face the Toronto Maple Leafs Thursday at Scotiabank Arena.
The Bills secured a dramatic overtime win that thrilled local fans and underscored the beauty of football +a game of heart+.
Their victory has sparked excitement for upcoming challenges on the field.
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