Here Is What’s Happening In Western New York: Friday Edition

Check out today's trending stories in Western New York.

1-it is going to be another cold and windy day across Western New York. We are looking at a high of only 31 today and it will be much colder as we get into the weekend and into next week. Temperatures will be in the 20s for most of next week as we get blasted by arctic air from Canada. Right now it is only 27.

2- A massive snowstorm is setting up to impact much of Midwest but the good news is that it will stay well south of us here in Western New York. The bad news is that we will still be seeing lake-effect snow for parts of the 716. A lake-effect snow warning remains in place for Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie counties until Sunday night at 6 pm.

3- Two Buffalo Players were named to the NFL Pro Bowl yesterday. Both Josh Allen and Dion Dawkins were named Pro Bowl starters. Dawkins said Coach McDermott gave him the news and said there is still more to achieve. Not everyone was happy with the Pro Bowl selection, running back James Cook used “X” to complain about getting passed over as a starter. He currently leads the NFL with 15 rushing touchdowns. He will look to add to that total this Sunday as the Bills take on the Patriots in New England at 1 pm.

4 - The Buffalo Sabres blew a 3-goal lead as they fell to Colorado in overtime last night. Head Coach Lindy Ruff said the team played well but couldn’t finish. The Sabres gave up four goals in the 3^rd period and one game-winner in Overtime. Up next for the Sabres is another road game in Las Vegas tomorrow night.

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5 - The first major food recall of 2025 has been issued as broccoli sold at Walmart is being recalled due to possible listeria contamination. The Marketplace broccoli was sold at Walmarts nationwide and was sold in 12oz bags. If you have any of the broccoli you should throw it out and take the receipt back to the store for a full refund.

6 – We made it to Friday and there are plenty of things happening around Western New York this weekend. The Lion King’s final performances take place at Shea’s, The Buffalo Xtreme Pro Basketball team is back at home tomorrow night at 7 pm and of course, you can't miss FREE Bar Bingo tonight from 5-7 pm at Bloomfield’s Pub in Depew. You can win lots of great prizes, including movie passes, tickets to Buffalo on Tap, and our grand prize, tickets to see Shania Twain at Darien Lake. Bingo is free to play and starts at 5 pm.

7 – We have another great “We Are Buffalo” deal on sale this week for you. You can get a $50 gift card to Joey’s Place in North Tonawanda for only $25 bucks. They have amazing Italian and American style food including homemade pasta, lasagna, and turkey dinners. Don’t miss this deal, get it this morning at 9 am, just click the “We Are Buffalo Deals” button on the station APP.

8- The largest craft beer festival in New York State returns to Buffalo in 2025. Buffalo on Tap is coming back on Saturday, February 8^th at the Buffalo Convention Center. There will be over 150 beers, ciders, seltzers, and more. It is all presented by Consumer Beverages, ECMC, Transitowne Ram, Buffalo Gift Emporium, Buffalo-Local, and Buffalo Brew Pub and part of the proceeds benefit WNY Heros. Get your tickets right now at buffaloontap.com