🌱 Sheriff's Deputy Injured During Monday Arrest + Nursing Home Strike

Good morning, neighbors! It's me, Dan Casarella, your host of the Buffalo Daily — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Enjoy...

First, today's weather:

A thunderstorm in spots. High: 75 Low: 61.

Here are the top 3 stories today in Buffalo:

1. Nursing home employees will hold a one-day strike for higher wages and more staffing. While some homes held a strike on Tuesday, others are striking today. Companies that own the homes where pickets took place stated that two of the locations are above normal staffing levels and that some workers do not support the strike. Union workers are awaiting an agreeable contract. (Spectrum News)
2. An Erie County Sheriff's Deputy was injured during an arrest on Monday. The incident began with a vehicle pursuit that reached speeds over 100 mph. The vehicle was later found, and the suspect began throwing punches at deputies attempting to arrest him. One deputy had been struck in the head until the suspect was restrained. The deputy was treated for a concussion and shoulder and elbow injuries. (WKBW 7 News Buffalo)
3. Two people have died in the past three weeks after being hit while riding a bicycle. Bicyclists in Buffalo are concerned about the quality of bike lanes and crosswalks in town and are asking the city to take steps to solve those issues. They are also asking drivers to slow down in order to be safer around bicyclists. (WKBW 7 News Buffalo)

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Today in Buffalo:

• Summer Reading at Kenilworth Branch Library (All Day)
• Read To A Dog at Grand Island Memorial Library (11:00 AM)
• Police Oversight Committee at Buffalo City Hall (11:00 AM)
• PUSH Buffalo's Grant Street Neighborhood Center Summer Program at Isaías González-Soto Branch Library (11:30 AM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a sweet deal? This Saturday is the Buffalo Zoo's 716 day. The event is an opportunity to see your favorite animals for only $7.16! (The Buffalo Zoo via Facebook)
• JCC Buffalo's pickleball courts are open! Check out the beautiful purple and green courts and plan your next pickleball game today. JCC says to look out for lessons, exhibitions, and a grand opening ceremony. (JCC Buffalo via Facebook)
• Buffalo ReUse shared these repurposed drawers now working as a flower bed. Click the link to see photos and get inspired. (Buffalo ReUse via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update.

— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.