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Thursday, November 21st, 2024
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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Family Promise of Western New York aims to establish a second emergency shelter for homeless families by 2027, supported by a significant grant from KeyBank Foundation. The Buffalo News
- ➤ Buffalo and Erie County activated a Code Blue for the night of Nov. 20 due to freezing temperatures, offering shelter to those in need. WGRZ
- ➤ Truly Rooted Community Market, a new nonprofit grocery cooperative, opens in Buffalo's Fillmore-Leroy neighborhood to provide affordable, fresh produce to a community with limited food options. The Buffalo News
- ➤ The Buffalo Sabres are offering one voucher for two tickets to a home game for every frozen 20-pound turkey donated to support Buffalo City Mission and FeedMore WNY. WGRZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Police have arrested Latrice Purdie, 29, in connection with the October 30 homicide of Akeem Cortex, 39, charging her with second-degree murder. WGRZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Odoo Inc., a rapidly expanding business software firm based in Belgium with a growing presence in Buffalo, New York, has partnered with Google's Alphabet venture fund as its new lead investor, following a valuation of over $5 billion. The Buffalo News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ SUNY Niagara officially opens a new police academy aimed at training future law enforcement officers. WGRZ
- ➤ Daemen University and the United Way of Buffalo & Erie County have formed a partnership to offer scholarships for United Way employees to pursue advanced degrees in leadership, innovation, and social work. WGRZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A collaboration between CSCR, Open Buffalo, and MAP revealed high levels of lead in the soil of Buffalo's Delavan Grider neighborhood, prompting actions to educate and support residents. WGRZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo is set to settle lawsuits for nearly $10 million, including cases of wrongful murder convictions and accidents involving city vehicles, amidst concerns of a looming budget deficit. The Buffalo News
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Terry Fator – A Very Terry Christmas
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We Call it Ballet: Sleeping Beauty Dance & Light Show
Experience a unique interpretation of 'Sleeping Beauty' with local dancers in glow-in-the-dark costumes in a stunning blend of classical ballet and modern technology.
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Canisius Golden Griffins Women's Basketball vs Binghamton Bearcats
Experience an exciting college basketball matchup featuring Canisius University's women's team against the Binghamton Bearcats at the Koessler Athletic Center.
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Thanksgiving Wine and Cheese Pairing Workshop
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Strictly Hip Concert Featuring Canadian Tux
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Buffalo Sabres Host Vancouver Canucks at KeyBank Center
Experience an exciting NHL matchup between the Buffalo Sabres and the Vancouver Canucks at the KeyBank Center.
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Home Alone Screening with Macaulay Culkin
Experience a nostalgic night with Macaulay Culkin following a screening of the beloved holiday classic, Home Alone.
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Buffalo Christmas Tour: Festive Lights and Holiday Markets
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BEAT featuring Belew, Vai, Levin, and Carey
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