Good morning, Buffalo.

Local organizations in Western New York are preparing to offer free food and basic supplies to families losing SNAP benefits—community groups are coordinating services at various local sites to help those in need.

Tops Friendly Markets will launch its Little Brown Bag of Hope campaign tomorrow by accepting $5, $10, or $20 donations at any register to help FeedMore WNY meet rising needs—donations will be collected until December 24 and the Food 2 Families drive will run on December 5 at select locations.

Akruti Babaria from Amherst started Kulture Khazana to help her son celebrate her cultural heritage+ her company now has three products available in nearly 300 Target stores.

On Thursday, the SPCA rescued 26 dogs and puppies from a condemned Buffalo home where they lived in unsafe, unsanitary conditions— all now receive veterinary care as animal cruelty charges are pending.

St. Francis High School in Athol Springs received its two largest gifts ever, with donations of $5 million and $6 million (totaling $11 million) that will fund future school programs.

West Herr has donated funds to SUNY Erie Community College to support its Vehicle Technical Training Center in Orchard Park—modernizing equipment and expanding co-op programs.

D’Youville University received a $25,000 grant plus extra donations for service-based learning while Trocaire College will add alcohol and substance abuse counseling to its associate degree program.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced that more than 1,200 acres in Westchester, the Finger Lakes and Western New York have been permanently protected to guard clean water.

Five land trusts received over $7.4 million in grants and Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper with help from the WNY Land Conservancy acquired Erie County lands—wetlands and forests that help filter drinking water.

Seneca Nation President JC Seneca said in a press conference Friday that an email exchange between Salamanca Police Chief Jamie Deck and District Attorney Lori Reiman showed hostility toward Seneca Marshals enforcing exclusion orders against drug dealers—he stressed the Nation is waiting on Governor Hochul to sign legislation that would boost removal authority.

Breast cancer survivor Sharon Sanford founded Sadie Strong on the one-year anniversary of her 2017 diagnosis to boost early detection and healthy lifestyles in Buffalo.

Her nonprofit inspires many as she shares her journey and new achievements—like running a 5K and biking long distances—with support from her family.

Evergreen Health has put the former Towne restaurant site at the corner of Allen Street and Elmwood on the market with a $1.8 million asking price after plans for a health clinic were dropped due to federal funding cutbacks—local experts expect a new restaurant operator may reopen the iconic building.

The Buffalo Bills home game against the Kansas City Chiefs will have the highest average sold ticket price at $489 on the secondary market this week.

This shows strong demand for Bills’ tickets as fans get ready for the game on Sunday.

Herbie Hancock Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Center for the Arts - University at Buffalo — Tickets available — Experience the legendary Herbie Hancock live on his 2025 North American Fall Tour.

Bachman-Turner Overdrive 'Roll On Down The Highway' Tour

7-9 p.m. — Riviera Theatre — $93 – $143 — Experience legendary rock as Randy Bachman and BTO perform classic hits with fresh energy.

Buffalo Sabres vs. Utah Mammoth

7:00-8:30 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling matchup between the Sabres and the Mammoth in an exciting hockey showdown.

St. Louis Blues vs. Buffalo Sabres

7-8:30 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Tickets starting at $20 — Catch an exciting NHL matchup between the Blues and the Sabres.

Opening Night Performance of String

7:30 PM — D'Youville Kavinoky Theatre — Ticketed event — Celebrate the world premiere of a modern musical with a champagne toast and cast meet-and-greet.

Trivium: Ascend Above The Ashes Tour

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — Check ticket prices — Experience an electrifying night with Trivium and support from Jinjer and Heriot.

Wicked

1-2:30 p.m. — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — Cost varies — Discover the story behind the Wicked Witch and Glinda in this enchanting performance.

One Night of Queen with Gary Mullen and The Works

8:00 – 9:30 PM — KeyBank Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a stunning tribute to Queen's legendary music performed live.

Bowling Green Falcons vs. Buffalo Bulls Women's Volleyball

4:00 – 5:30 p.m. — Alumni Arena - University at Buffalo — General Admission — Witness an exciting women's volleyball matchup between two competitive teams.

Canisius University Women's Basketball vs. Cornell

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Koessler Athletic Center — Check website for ticket prices — Witness the thrilling matchup between the Canisius Golden Griffins and the Cornell Big Red women's basketball teams.