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Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dewitt Lee honored Black Veterans Day by giving away free suits to veterans from his organization Saint Brian Clothiers—ensuring veterans received a tangible gesture of support. WGRZ
- ➤ Seven Bills players visited the VA Hospital on Veterans Day to meet veterans and sign jerseys, giving them a token of gratitude + a memorable gesture of appreciation. The visit honored those who served and left a lasting impact on the local community. ABC 7
- ➤ Volunteers from ONE Credit Union prepared 750 sandwiches at St. Luke's Mission of Mercy on Wednesday—exceeding their usual production and helping feed local families in need. Farmer Pirates Compost Crew will also raise funds until November 26 to support the mission's year-round services. WGRZ
- ➤ Bishop Michael Fisher—after meeting with Pope Leo XIV and Vatican officials—said he discussed the diocese bankruptcy and plans to merge or close parishes to deal with financial issues in Buffalo. WGRZ
- ➤ A soup kitchen on Buffalo's east side is serving more meals as many residents face food shortages due to a SNAP benefit disruption. Penny Beckham, director of Plate of Love at the State Tabernacle Church of God on Glenwood Avenue, said the program offers lunch on Wednesdays and breakfast on Saturdays (plus donated clothing and books) to help those in need. ABC 7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Niagara Falls manufacturer that won a U.S. defense contract to insulate solid rocket motors and nozzles for strategic missiles now plans a $29 million expansion—this project will double its workforce and boost capacity 10-fold. The Buffalo News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Goo Goo Dolls added a second performance at FeedMore WNY after the first show sold out, and the added show also sold out amid high demand. WGRZ
- ➤ Wicked will run for three weeks at Shea’s Performing Arts Center, giving Buffalo theater fans a chance to see the popular musical live— a welcome return to our local stage. WGRZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lake effect snow has damaged trees in Buffalo and across Western New York; Chase Tomaro of AJ’s Tree Service said that trees with leaves are more prone to break under the extra weight of snow and wind, leading to broken limbs and some small uprooted trees — Norway maples and Bradford pears are among those affected. Cleanup has already begun on fallen limbs and damaged trees. WBEN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Amherst Supervisor Brian Kulpa said he hopes the vacant BAC Building will become a community center—while developers are expected to propose housing options for over 13 acres at Boulevard Mall. He noted that legal issues are being addressed and both projects are likely to move forward by early spring, though nothing will be finished before his term ends on Dec. 31. WBEN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo men's basketball defeated DePaul 66 to 53 on Tuesday night at Wintrust Arena in Chicago and built a 21-point lead by halftime. Junior guard Ryan Sabol led with 20 points while the Bulls extended their unbeaten record to three and will return home Saturday at 11 a.m. to host the RIT Tigers at Alumni Arena. The Spectrum
- ➤ The Erie County Sheriff's Office released parking and traffic plans for the Buffalo Bills game against the Buccaneers this weekend, noting that all stadium lots open at 9:00 a.m. and advising drivers not to park on roadway shoulders. Abbott Road will close from 8:00 a.m. until after the game—Big Tree Road will switch to one-way eastbound traffic from Fieldhouse Drive to Route 219 around 3:30 p.m.—to help manage the crowd. WGRZ
- ➤ The Bills announced they will return to their throwback 'Standing Buffalo' uniforms with white jerseys and pants for their Week 11 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers — the design uses a logo from 1965 to 1973. The team lost their last alternate uniform game and will face Houston on Thursday Night Football in Week 12. WGRZ
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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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Strictly Hip Thanksgiving Eve
7-9:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 12+ — Celebrate Thanksgiving Eve with an exciting live performance by The Strictly Hip.
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