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Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Broadview donated $100,000 to help local hunger relief by funding food pantries, meal programs and shelters including FeedMore WNY. SNAP benefits have started arriving in Erie County as Gov. Hochul directed full federal benefits for November. Spectrum News
- ➤ Today, several events will take place across Western New York—honoring veterans by highlighting their service and sacrifice in community gatherings. WGRZ
- ➤ Members of the Buffalo Bills visited the VA center yesterday to honor veterans for Veterans Day—recognizing their service during this local tribute. WGRZ
- ➤ Because the government shutdown stopped SNAP benefits, more families are coming to the Kenmore North Buffalo Food Pantry—household visits rose from about 25 to over 60—and the pantry now needs donations and extra volunteers to serve people in the 14214, 14216 and 14217 areas. WGRZ
- ➤ The Goo Goo Dolls will perform at Town Ballroom next week in Buffalo to raise funds for FeedMore WNY so local food banks can get extra support—Robby Takac said the show was organized quickly after news of rising need. Takac, a Buffalo native who still calls the city home, noted the benefit returns the band to its early club days and will help supply crucial hunger relief during the holidays. WGRZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ All four Dash's Markets will begin selling Paula's Donuts— a popular treat— in their bakery starting Sunday, November 16th. The Buffalo News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Voices of our Veterans: Women Warriors of WNY aired on 7 ABC on November 11 and will have an encore at 5:30 p.m. on November 14—this special shared the stories of 35 Western New York veterans on the first all-female mission with Buffalo Niagara Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. ABC 7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Record-low temperatures shocked the southeast on Tuesday as freeze warnings affected 18 million people, and Buffalo along with nearby cities experienced 2 to 6 inches of snow under a winter weather advisory — forecasters say a new storm system will bring more snowfall today. WBEN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Hochul announced $61M in grants for stormwater projects statewide; Buffalo will get $10M to lower runoff and improve water quality in Scajaquada Creek—part of a plan to protect homes from flooding. State officials said the funds will help fix old sewers and keep neighborhoods safe. WGRZ
- ➤ More than 100 New York Army National Guard members returned to Buffalo on Veterans Day after a nine-month deployment in Africa—where they worked on over 200 base improvement projects in Kenya and Somalia—as families greeted them with emotional reunions at the airport. ABC 7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Meredith Roberts, a 17-year-old swimmer from North Tonawanda, has been admitted to the ICU at University of Pittsburgh Children's Hospital after dark urine and rising bilirubin levels pointed to a severe liver problem possibly linked to Wilson's disease. Her family is urgently seeking an O positive living donor to enable the needed liver transplant so she can eventually return to swimming. WGRZ
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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November Sober Social
7-9 p.m. — Marble & Rye — Free entry — Mingle with the sober community and enjoy a mocktail menu while building connections.
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Blue October Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Riviera Theatre — $40 – $100 — Experience the emotional journey of Blue October with their intimate and electrifying live performance.
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Buffalo Sabres vs. Chicago Blackhawks
7:00-8:30 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Tickets available — Catch the thrilling matchup between the Sabres and Blackhawks in Buffalo.
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Disco Biscuits Concert
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ticket prices from $82 — Experience the energetic sounds of Disco Biscuits live in Buffalo.
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Buffalo Iron Works: The Goblet of Lemonade
12-5 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — $25 ADV — Step into a magical day of music, mischief, and themed drinks perfect for wizards and non-magic folk alike.
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Senses Fail and Story of the Year Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — Tickets on sale — Experience the powerhouse lineup featuring Senses Fail and Story of the Year with support from Armor for Sleep.
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