🌱🏈 2 Arrested for a Stabbing in School + Former Hostage Speaks Out + Bills Tickets Scams

Hello again, friends! It's Tuesday and I'm here to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in the community, including news about:

• A stabbing that occurred between two adults in a local school
• Advice from a local former hostage to Brittney Griner's friends and family
• Possible Bills Ticket Scams

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Here are the top stories in Buffalo today:

1. The stabbing that occurred between two women at the K-8 Buffalo Public School, Lydia T. Wright School of Excellence, has resulted in the arrest of two individuals. Diamond Gray and Dominique Gray, both in their mid-thirties, have both been charged for one count of second-degree assault and one count of endangering the welfare of a child in response to the stabbing of a 31 year old woman just before 6:00 P.M. on December 8th. The victim was at the school to pick up her child and was treated at ECMC. Learn more via WIVB 4.
2. Terry Anderson of Batavia, former journalist who was held hostage in Lebanon during the late 80s and early 90s, speaks out about his experience for the first time in years due to Brittney Griner's release. Brittney Griner was held in Russia over the past ten months. To her loved ones, he advises them to "not expect her to be the person who went away and do not expect her to be the person whose image you have been polishing in your heart, since she's gone...So don't try to force her into being who she was." Hear more about how he's doing now at Spectrum Local News.
3. As the NFL Bills keep moving towards the playoffs, demand for tickets is going up; with the increase in demand the Better Business Bureau warns of an increase in scams as well. They urge people to buy from the venue itself when they can, but to make sure they're buying from reputable websites when they can't. A good way to check if a site is legitimate is to check out their refund policy. They also advise fans to buy with a credit card when possible so their bank can help them get money back if they are scammed. Visit WIVB 4 for more advice.
4. The gas prices in Buffalo are down another 5 cents from last week, with gas prices now averaging at $3.62. The state average currently sits at $3.59 and the national average at $3.26. Read more at WKBW 7.
5. Paid Red Cross lifeguard training has been announced for Buffalo residents between the ages of 16 and 21. Mayor Byron Brown urges youth to consider the opportunity, saying "I ask our youth to consider this great opportunity and join Buffalo's awesome team of lifeguards. The position pays well and will help further improve the quality of life in neighborhoods citywide." To view the dates of training and learn more visit WKBW 7.

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Today in Buffalo:

• Jewelry Class with Lindsay Strong! Freedom Run Winery. December 13th, 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Details!
• Santa on the Carousel! The Carousel at Canalside. December 13th, 5:00 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. Details!
• Ugly Sweater WNY Entrepreneur Event! 35 Robert Dr 14806. December 13th, 5:30 P.M - 9:00 P.M. Details!
• Jingle Bowl 2022! Manor Lanes. December 13th, 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. Details!
• SciNight: Nature's Inspirations! Tifft Nature Preserve. December 13th, 7:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. Details!
• Come From Away! Shea's Performing Arts Center. December 13th, 7:30 P.M. (reoccuring event). Details!

Buffalo Chatter:

• Hanukkah Events for this Sunday at the JCC: "Join us for an entire day of celebrating Hanukkah on Sunday, December 18 from 11:30 - 5:30 pm! ✨ SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: 11:30 am - Screening of An American Tail in the Seller Theater 1:00 pm - Hanukkah Crafts and snacks in the Lobby 1:00 - ..." (JCC Buffalo via Facebook)
• Public Espresso: "Start this week off right with pastries and coffee as far as the eye can see at @publicespresso inside the Hotel Lafayette. 🍩 #InTheBUF / Photo by @publicespresso" (Visit Buffalo Niagara via Instagram)
• Celebration for Knox: "Dawson Knox for the win😉⁠ ⁠ @buffalobills⁠ @dawsonknox⁠ ⁠" (Step Out Buffalo via Instagram)
• Cutest Christmas Tree Ever: "CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN: Getting the Tree 🌲 #dogsofbuffalo #christmas #christmascountdown #christmasthings #christmastrees #pickingoutatree #dogswhocelebrateholidays" (Dogs Of Buffalo via Instagram)
• Firefighters Drop off Teddy Bears at Oishei: "❄🚒🐻 Buffalo Fire Honor Guard Teddy Bear Drive 🐻🚒❄ Today members of the Buffalo Fire Honor Guard, the KIA Memorial Roadmarch "KMR" and Engine 1/Ladder 2 visited Oishei Children's Hospital for our Teddy Bear Drop-Off. We hope we can pu..." (Buffalo Professional Firefighters Local 282 via Facebook)
• Downtown during Shopping Season in 1957: "This time of year always brings back memories of past holiday seasons in Buffalo! What holiday traditions and celebrations do you remember from growing up? This photo from our collection shows a busy Main Street downtown during shopping ..." (The Buffalo History Museum via Instagram)
• Feature Eatery: "Our pals at @feature_eatery have just opened their new location at 9310 Transit Rd in East Amherst. If you’ve been missing the Thai pork meatballs like myself, go stop over and make a bowl. 📸x @dburtless" (Buffalo Eats via Instagram)

You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!