🌱 Gendron Sentencing + 5/14 Memorial + M&T Removes Shea's Funding

Good morning, everybody. Today you'll find news about...

• Peyton Gendron's sentencing
• A 5/14 memorial
• Emergency Life Rings

But first, today's weather:

Showers; breezy in the p.m.. High: 46. Low: 25.

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Here are the top five stories in Buffalo today:

1. Mass murderer Peyton Gendron was sentenced yesterday after hearing words from loved ones of those shot in Tops last May. Gendron offered an apology (which he read directly from a written statement) before receiving life in prison without the possibility of patrol. He is still facing federal charges that could lead to the death penalty. (The Buffalo News)
2. In the enduring pain of the Tops Massacre, the city is commissioning a permanent memorial for those who lost their lives, loved ones or sense of safety that tragic May day. Led by the local NAACP president, Revered Mark Blue, the committee of 11 people who will oversee the memorial has been solidified and will begin meeting later this month to plan the memorial. (WKBW 7)
3. Long-time sponsor of many local and regional theater programs, M&T has officially withdrew funding for the 2023-2024 season at Shea's Performing Arts Center. Thea Pecht, M&T Bank spokeswoman, said the withdrawal "is tied to the management issues that started last summer." (The Buffalo News)
4. In an attempt to control housing costs, Canada is implementing a new annual tax on "underused properties" and a two on foreigners purchasing real estate. Criticism of this decision has been rooted in the separation of a community that has grown to be a "binational metropolitan area." (The Buffalo News)
5. To enhance water-sport safety this summer, collaborations between Buffalo Common Council, Southtowns Walleye Association of WNY, Buffalo Police Benevolent Association, and the East Side Angler's Association is bringing Emergency Life Rings to local shorelines. These rings will be available so that people can immediately begin life-saving attempts and techniques while waiting for first responders to reach the scene. (WKBW 7)

Today in Buffalo:

• Wellness Walks! Tifft Nature Preserve, 10:00 AM
• Laser Cut Earrings! The Foundry- Tech Lab Orientation, 6:30 PM
• Learn to Sew! TheFoundry - Textile Lab Orientation, 6:30 PM
• Virtual Book Club: The Home Place! Tifft Nature Preserve, 6:30 PM

From my notebook:

• Carpet Cleaning in Creekwoods: "Carpet, cleaning - https://www.buffalocarpetny.com" (Nextdoor)
• Local Plumber in Lincoln Park/Tonawanda: "So looking for a local plumber. - I have reached out to several that people have posted in the past that claimed that they were good but have not heard back from any." (Nextdoor)
• Schnitzel Restauraunt n Fairfax Estates: "Schnitzel Restaurant is open again and better than ever. - We just had a great meal there. The food is excellent. The service is great." (Nextdoor)
• Jam Group in North Buffalo Central: "Asking for a friend--anyone know of a casual group of music lovers who get together just to jam mostly 60s music or Beatles tunes? - Probably seniors or retirees? Just for enjoyment or open to new people sitting in?" (Nextdoor)
• Healthy Kids Running Series inRanch Trail: "Looking for a spring activity for your kids? - Check out Healthy Kids Running Series! We are a 5 week running series where kids ages 2-14 compete in age appropriate distances (50 yards - 1 mile.)" (Nextdoor)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. I'll see you around!